Ryan Turell – From Yeshiva to the G League & Israeli Hoops | The Baseline S2 Ep 10

In this episode of The Baseline, we’re joined by Ryan Turell — Yeshiva University legend, G League standout, and one of the most high-profile Jewish hoopers on the planet 🏀✡️.

Ryan breaks down his historic college run, his time in the NBA G League, and his transition into the Israeli basketball scene 🇮🇱. He opens up about the pressures of living up to expectations, what it’s like to be a visibly Jewish pro athlete, and gives us insight into offseason pro runs, combines, and the mental grind of staying ready.

⚠️ Note: Only the first part of the episode is on video — you can catch the final 10 minutes on Spotify!

💬 What we get into:
– His record-breaking career at Yeshiva University
– Life in the G League and adjusting to pro pace 🏀
– Playing in Israel and connecting with Jewish fans
– Dealing with attention, identity, and performance
– Navigating pro offseason workouts and showcases

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