COACH MARCUS STOUT
approach to basketball development
Invest in the person to challenge the player
C-Smart Ascension Plan
As a coach, challenging myself to understand who I’m partnering with while allowing players to understand my approach is an important first step. Once that connection is established, being innovative with skill specific drills creates an environment of improvement and enjoyment that can sustain during a long season. Through physical demonstration, competition, and verbally speaking the way the player needs to hear, the knowledge and understanding of the game can be transferred in an efficient way that shows consistent results in real time.
Connection
A strong connection amongst players and staff is the foundation to helping players achieve their potential. It also builds the relationship where everyone's goals align and keeps the main objective of high level winning in the forefront
Sspecific
Understanding the principles of the system and how each skill set translates to efficient play is key. Be specific in your approach to establishing and building from the foundation. This allows layered skill sets to be simplified and puts the player in position for consistent development
MMaturity (Emotional)
The one element that is constant in basketball and life is change. When you acquire elite skills and are in an ever changing environment, developing the emotional part of yourself is of the utmost importance. Becoming aware of how emotions affect your on court development and performance allows the space to develop a process that encourages a consistent daily approach
Aachievable
Creating defined incremental goals that can be achieved is vital to developing consistency. This creates a baseline of accountability and allows the opportunity to build on small successes which motivates the player to want more for themselves. Celebrating wins and being pushed past your limit is a healthy balance for continued growth
Rrelevant
An innovative approach to on-court development keeps the learning process stimulating, challenging and fun while never drifting away from the core concepts
Ttrackable
A system of tracking progress is important for the coach and player to make any necessary adjustments. Understanding how players learn and operate through challenges allows the coach to have tools that can assist them during stagnation periods
Coaching career
NBA G League
(2021-2023)
TEAM:
Position:
Responsibilities:
- Assistant Defensive Coordinator
- Assisting with defensive game plans
- In charge of gameday pre-game and shoot around schedule
- Creating pre-practice development plans
- Creating player development documents
- Connecting players and community through their passions
Record (2021-22):
Record (2022-23):
Regular Season: 22-10 (2nd in Eastern Conference)
Overall: 31-15 (3rd best record in the G League)
Regular Season: 17-15
Overall: 21-29
Defensive Stats — G League Rank (2021-22):
Defensive Stats — G League Rank (2022-23):
- 1st in Opponent Oreb
- 4th in Opponent 2nd Chance Pts
- 5th ranked Defensive Rating
- 6th in Opponent 3P%
- 6th in Pace
- 9th in Opponent FTM
- 9th in Opponent FTA
- 10th in Opponent FG%
- 1st in Opponent Oreb
- 2nd in Opponent 2nd Chance Pts
- 3rd in Opponent Pts In The Paint
- 4th in Opponent Pts Off Turnovers
- 4th in Opponent Fast Break Points
- 8th in Opponent Ast
Offensive Stats — G League Rank (2021-22):
Offensive Stats — G League Rank (2022-23):
- 1st FTM
- 1st FTA
- 6th ranked Offensive Rating
- 7th FG%
- 7th EFG%
- 10th OREB
- 11th AST
- 7th Tov
- 8th Oreb
- 10th FTA
- 12th FTM
Accomplishments (2021-22):
- 1 of 3 teams to qualify for Showcase Cup & Regular Season Playoffs
- Final 4 appearance in the Showcase Cup
- 4 players received NBA Call Ups
- All G League 2nd & 3rd Team Players
- All G League Rookie Selection
- All G League Showcase 1st Team Player
- NBA G League Community Assist Award Winner
Accomplishments (2022-23):
- Regular Season started 1-7 and went 16-8 to finish the season
- 6 game winning streak in the Regular Season
- Ranked 30th in assist during the Showcase Season; improved to 17th in Regular Season
- 30th ranked Offensive Rating during the Showcase Season; improved to 15th ranked Offensive Rating in the Regular Season
- 19th ranked Defensive Rating during the Showcase Season; improved to 15th ranked Defensive Rating in the Regular Season
Accomplishments (2021-22):
Accomplishments (2022-23):
- 1 of 3 teams to qualify for Showcase Cup & Regular Season Playoffs
- Final 4 appearance in the Showcase Cup
- 4 players received NBA Call Ups
- All G League 2nd & 3rd Team Players
- All G League Rookie Selection
- All G League Showcase 1st Team Player
- NBA G League Community Assist Award Winner
- Regular Season started 1-7 and went 16-8 to finish the season
- 6 game winning streak in the Regular Season
- Ranked 30th in assist during the Showcase Season; improved to 17th in Regular Season
- 30th ranked Offensive Rating during the Showcase Season; improved to 15th ranked Offensive Rating in the Regular Season
- 19th ranked Defensive Rating during the Showcase Season; improved to 15th ranked Defensive Rating in the Regular Season
TBL — The Basketball League (2021)
TEAM:
Position:
Responsibilities:
- Liaison between players and front office
- Implementing an On-Court Development System
- Assisting with game plans
- In charge of pre game warmup schedule
- Educating players on how to market themselves for their next professional opportunity
Prior To Coaching:
NBA Pre-Draft Training (2015-2021):
- 19 NBA Draft Picks
- 13 First Round Picks
- Notable Players: Brandon Ingram, Derrick White, Mikal Bridges, Dillon Brooks, Tyler Herro, Jamal Murray, Malik Monk
PLAYING RESUME:
- Fordham Hall of Fame 2015
- Fordham 2nd all-time leader in career 3 pointers made
- Fordham 6th all-time leading scorer
- NBA Summer League 2008, Detroit Pistons
- European Professional Player
"Working with coach Stout really improved my game this year by leaps and bounds. His dedication to perfecting the details and approach to the game helped me elevate not only my performance but my outlook on the game."
