Interact + Learn + Connect with NBA Coaches, Scouts, & Front Office Executives
the Pure Basketball Experience returns to Las Vegas for the 9th year this summer on the campus of UNLV in the backdrop of the 2026 NBA Summer League!
The Pure Basketball Experience encompasses everything an aspiring basketball professional needs to jumpstart their professional journey. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn, interact, and connect with the NBA's top executives, scouts, trainers and coaches. The 2025 Pure Basketball Experience set a new standard — our biggest and best event yet. This weekend proved why there’s nothing else like it.
New Format is Back in 2026
Last year we introduced a new format at the Pure Basketball Experience and it is back by popular demand! You get to choose your experience that benefits your path the most!
Each breakout session will include run simultaneously with a focus in one room on basketball coaching, while the other room will feature a player personnel or team scout.
Learn what matters most to you, from the people who’ve been where you want to go.

Ticket includes access to two days of immersive learning with some of the most respected minds in basketball, interactive breakout sessions, and networking decision-makers across coaching, scouting, and front office roles.
This two-day professional development event July 13-14 will feature keynote speakers, interactive panel discussions and breakout sessions to maximize your experience. the Pure Basketball Experience is an even more interactive experience with insights into coaching, talent evaluation, scouting, front office operations and player development at the highest level.
Past Attendees Include:
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NBA Front Office Executives
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Professional, College, and High School Coaches + Scouts
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Agents
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Graduate Assistants + Student Managers
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Video Coordinators
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Aspiring Coaches & Front Office Personnel
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Basketball Superfans
Location: Campus of UNLV directly behind the Thomas & Mack Center
This two-day professional development event July 13-14 will feature: keynote speakers, interactive panel discussions and breakout sessions to maximize your experience. the Pure Basketball Experience is an even more interactive experience with insights into coaching, talent evaluation, scouting, front office operations and player development at the highest level.
2026 Las Vegas Speakers Announced Soon
2026 LAS VEGAS VIP EXPERIENCES
The VIP Experience does incur an additional cost and is not included in the General Admission Ticket - Seats Are Limited
PAST Speakers Include

Monday, July 13
9:00-10:00 am | Check-In
10:00-10:15 am | Welcome + Opening Remarks
10:15-11:15 am | Keynote Speaker
11:30-12:00 pm | NEXTGen Presentation
12:30-1:30 pm | Breakout Sessions
1:30-2:15 pm | Lunch Break
2:15-3:15 pm | Interactive Panel Discussion
Tuesday, July 14
10:00-10:15 am | Welcome Back
10:15-11:15 am | Interactive Panel
11:30 am-12:30 pm | Breakout Sessions
1:00-2:00 pm | Breakout Sessions
2:15-3:15 pm | Keynote Speaker
3:15 pm | Closing Comments
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What They're Saying About The Experience
Michael Sain
Manager of Basketball Operations for the Osceola Magic
I really felt like there was a high level of transparency/openness with all of the speakers and panelists. I felt like we truly received direct insight into the industry and it is was beneficial to gain that knowledge and perspective! My experience in 2023 really helped me prepare for my interview and opportunity to work in the NBA.
Ben Ostrow
Gwynedd Mercy Men's Basketball Assistant Coach
I truly loved everything about the event.
I left the event feeling much more knowledgeable and confident about my future in the sport and was able to connect with many great, like-minded people. The entire experience was amazing.
Mark Jablonski
Schreiner University Men's Basketball Assistant Coach
Great experience at a very well run event. It was a great opportunity to meet other coaches and executives. I enjoyed the panels but the breakout sessions were amazing since they felt like true 'school sessions.'
Adrin Dalton
Founder of L.e.A.D Player Development
I love it!!! Great way to interact with different coaches of the same level, higher level and lower level. Great place to build relationships out of your comfort zone as well.
Greg Richards
Arcadia High School Head Basketball Coach
I felt that the environment fostered building relationships between coaches. I really enjoyed the time between speakers with the other coaches, and had some really good conversations at the social. I got the sense that this was a place to further my career via relationships.
Jordan Allen
Aspiring Pro Personnel Scout
I learned a lot about basketball operations, analytics, scouting, coaching and GM responsbilities. It was also great connecting with people who are also looking to work in basketball and learning about their path.
It was a lot of in depth information that will help a ton with my basketball career!
Jordan Laceste
Great way for college students, coaches/trainers, basketball enthusiasts to find a way into the industry. Not many conferences in sports that allow us to learn first-hand what industry professionals do in the world of basketball. Will be coming again.


