The Control Room with Esrael Yohannes
Welcome to The Control Room! This show breaks down NBA basketball using stats researched by graphics producer, Esrael Yohannes, providing a fresh take on the league through objective data and analysis. Special guests include fellow sports broadcasters, former professional athletes, and members of the Hall of Fame, where you will also learn about their careers in the sports broadcasting industry. If you know ball, or you want to know ball, this is the pod for you. This is an independent project and is not associated with the NBA, FanDuel Sports Network, or any other sports network.
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Episodes
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
The Mavericks and the Thunder had one of the wildest game endings ever, and Esrael breaks down everything that happened on the floor and behind the scenes in the control rooms for both the Pelicans and Thunder shows from that night. He also updates the In-Season Tournament bracket with New Orleans advancing to Las Vegas in the Semifinal.
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
With the In-Season Tournament Group Play all wrapped up, Esrael recaps the last week for the Dallas Mavericks, New Orleans Pelicans, and Oklahoma City Thunder, as well as previews the Quarterfinal Round for all the remaining teams looking to win the inaugural NBA Cup. He also touches on the news of Mark Cuban selling a majority stake of the Mavericks.
Josh Bowe's Article (Mavs Moneyball): Luka Doncic Got Back Into The Paint Against The Rockets
Marc Stein's Article (The Stein Line): Mark Cuban Has a Deal
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
After the NBA's games in Week 4, Esrael breaks down the Mavs' recent 3-PT shooting trends, as well as looks at how the Pelicans and the Thunder have improved their records. He also gives an update on the In-Season Tournament as two teams have already clinched their groups.
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
As the NBA season reaches 10 games for most teams, Esrael breaks down the most recent week for the Dallas Mavericks and the New Orleans Pelicans, and he also takes a look at the Oklahoma City Thunder in their most recent game. He also provides updates on the In-Season Tournament standings for both groups in which these teams play.
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
In this third episode, Esrael breaks down the Dallas Mavericks' hot start through the second week in the NBA. Then, he shares his thoughts (and stats) on the New Orleans Pelicans' season so far. He will also preview the upcoming In-Season Tournament matchups for both teams, including the LA Clippers with newly-acquired James Harden against Dallas.
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
In this episode, host and Bally Sports Southwest Associate Producer, Esrael Yohannes, recaps the Dallas Mavericks' first week and compares them to last year's numbers. He also previews the upcoming, inaugural In-Season Tournament.
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Welcome to The Control Room! Host and Bally Sports Southwest Associate Producer, Esrael Yohannes, recaps the Dallas Mavericks' season with stats and insights he's gained from covering them as the Studio Graphics AP for Mavericks Live in 2022-23. He also brings you up to speed on some of the biggest changes in the NBA for the upcoming season.