What Advice Does Gino Give His Players About Trash Talking?

TLDRGino believes trash talking is part of the game but warns players to be ready for what comes back at them.

Key insights

🗣️Trash talking is seen as part of the game in basketball.

🤐Gino believes trash talking is acceptable as long as it's not showcased or known by the public.

🔥Trash talking should only be done if the player is prepared to back it up.

🙅‍♀️Gino advises players that if they dish it out, they should be willing to take it in return.

🏀Gino shares a story about one of his players trash talking during practice.

Q&A

Is trash talking acceptable in basketball?

Yes, trash talking is considered part of the game in basketball.

Should trash talking be done publicly?

Gino advises against showcasing or making trash talking known to the public.

What should players do if they engage in trash talking?

Players should be prepared to back up their words and handle any retaliation.

Can players dish out trash talk but not take it?

Gino believes that players should be able to handle trash talk if they engage in it.

Does Gino have personal experience with trash talking?

Gino shares a story about one of his players engaging in trash talking during practice.

Timestamped Summary

00:06Gino is asked about what he tells his players regarding trash talking.

00:15Gino shares that he had the opportunity to coach the greatest trash talker in women's basketball history.

00:40Gino expresses his liking for players who trash talk without anyone knowing.

00:47Gino explains that players who trash talk need to back it up and be prepared for retaliation.

01:19Gino advises that players should be able to take trash talk if they engage in it.