The Analytics Paradox

Moderator: Seth Walder

Panelists: Dean Oliver, Brian Burke, Phil Orlins, John Park

If every team optimizes, who wins? In this panel, we'll explore the value of quantitative analysis even in a world where it is increasingly accepted in sports. Does universal buy-in mean uniform decision-making? Where can teams still find edges? And how do broadcasts play a role in telling the story analytics-informed choices? Plus, we'll question the premise: just how consistent is analytics buy-in across teams in the major sports? And does a reliance on data necessarily prompt the same style of play or method of team building?