Nevada Smith on "25" Speed, Confusion Zones, and Crashing Five | Siena

Siena University head coach Nevada Smith joins the Slappin’ Glass Podcast to discuss the difference between speed and pace, the details behind “25 Speed,” and how his teams work to create advantages within the first five seconds of a possession.

Smith breaks down one-handed passing, finishing development, empty-side pick-and-rolls, high-slot spacing, attacking defensive absolutes, and creating “confusion zones” through guard-to-guard actions.

During “Start, Sub, or Sit,” he shares his approach to offensive rebounding, reading ball flight, crashing five, training disadvantaged transition situations, and developing point guards who can commit a second defender.

What You’ll Learn

•  Why Smith separates speed from pace—and how he defines “25 Speed.” 
•  How finishing work and one-handed passing support a faster offense. 
•  Why high-slot spacing and empty-side pick-and-rolls create downhill attacks. 
•  How Siena identifies and attacks defensive absolutes. 
•  Why guard-to-guard actions create “confusion zones” against switching defenses. 
•  How shot selection and ball-flight recognition shape offensive rebounding. 
•  Why committing a second defender is Smith’s top point-guard skill. 
•  How the first 36 minutes inform Siena’s offense during the final four.

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