THE COACHES
CHRIS
HINES
Chris has worked internationally (China) and in U.S getting his start with the Houston Rockets g-league affiliate team. He is incredibly knowledgeable and an even better person. Chris is currently working as the player development coach for the Minnesota Timberwolves and we are extremely excited he is on board to help train in the trenches!
What Makes Us Special?
What You Should Know.
CHARALAMPOS
KARAISKOS
Introducing Charalampos Karaiskos, the esteemed assistant coach from PAOK BC. With a wealth of experience under his belt, Charalampos is known for his tactical acumen and in-depth understanding of the game. His contributions to PAOK BC have been instrumental in shaping the team's success. Renowned for his ability to nurture talent, Charalampos' experience spans both professional coaching and player development.
What Makes Us Special.
What You Should Know.
DAVID
VANTERPOOL
After retiring from CSKA in 2007 (where he won a euroleague title the year prior), he took Ettore Messina, his last head coach, up on an offer to become his assistant in Moscow. David did that for three seasons, then was hired by the Thunder as director of player personnel before beginning his NBA assistant coaching career. He spent seven seasons in Portland, mentoring Damian Lillard and C.J. McCullum. Lillard has credited Vanterpool for helping him develop as a leader. Time and again, he was on a short list. After this he spent time with Minnesota where he also was an interim head coach until he left for the Brooklyn Nets.
What Makes Us Special?
What You Should Know.
CHRIS
JOHNSON
Chris Johnson is a Master Teacher leaving an impression on the basketball world. Chris has been teaching the best of the best in the NBA. Johnson has specifically worked with over 40 NBA players such as LeBron James, Ben Simmons, Jimmy Butler, Rajon Rondo, Dwayne Wade, Joakim Noah, Taj Gibson, Andrew Wiggins, and Tobias Harris to name a few. Johnson’s reach has expanded internationally with teams from China, Europe, and Australia.
What Makes Us Special?
What You
Should Know.
AJ
DIGGS
Prior to landing with the New Orleans Pelicans, Diggs had coaching stints in the NBA G League with the Maine Red Claws, Austin Spurs and most recently, Raptors 905, where he was a member of Jerry Stackhouse’s staff that captured the NBA G League Championship in 2017. His experience and expertise separate him from many other player development trainers.
What Makes Us Special
What You Should Know
RICO
HINES
Hines joined the Reno Bighorns (now Stockton Kings), the G League affiliate of the Kings in 2016. He was promoted to player development coach with the Sacramento Kings in 2019. After six years with the Kings, Hines joins the Raptors where he is reunited with a college teammate in Watson, who is entering his second season on the bench in Toronto. Hines is an amazing asset to the team and is going to bring so much experience to this event.
What Makes Us Special.
What You Should Know.
Our Founding
Staff
Meet the OG members for TWS.
Johnathan
Hudson
"It's not how you fall but how you get back up"
- Founder
- International/Overseas Pro
Phil
Handy
"Be your own goat."
- 2020, 2019 & 2016 NBA Champion
- NBA & Overseas Ex-pro
- Coached for the Championship Toronto Raptors, Championship Cleveland Cavaliers and is currently with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Best player development coach in the NBA.
Kyle
Hines
"Dream it. Reach it. Achieve it."
- 4 time Euroleague Champion
- 10+ year Overseas Professional (Germany, Russia, Greece & Italy)
AJ DIGGS
Prior to landing with the New Orleans Pelicans, Diggs had coaching stints in the NBA G League with the Maine Red Claws, Austin Spurs and most recently, Raptors 905, where he was a member of Jerry Stackhouse’s staff that captured the NBA G League Championship in 2017. His experience and expertise separate him from many other player development trainers.
CHRIS HINES
Chris has worked internationally (China) and in U.S getting his start with the Houston Rockets g-league affiliate team. He is incredibly knowledgeable and an even better person. Chris is currently working as the player development coach for the Minnesota Timberwolves and we are extremely excited he is on board to help train in the trenches!
TIM MARTIN
This Dallas native has trained the likes of Tyrses Maxey, Trae Young and Victor Wembanyama.