Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Ramona Shelburne to talk the Warriors eliminating the Rockets in Game 7 off of a career game from Buddy Hield, if Golden State has a chance in the next round, Houston potential with Kevin Durant & other stars this summer, the Nuggets’ domination of the Clippers in Game 7, the Pacers’ surprising upset in Cleveland and some of the biggest storylines to watch in the second round including Knicks-Celtics & more. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Kevin Pelton to talk the Knicks eliminating the Pistons on the back of some amazing clutch play from Jalen Brunson, if New York has any chance against Boston, the Clippers forcing a Game 7 against the Nuggets, the Wolves downing the Lakers, what Los Angeles can do this offseason to build around Luka and talk if the Warriors should be concerned about going the distance with the Rockets. Plus, it is time for the Cojones Factor Player of the Mont...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Dave McMenamin to talk the Bucks’ epic collapse against the Pacers punctuated by Haliburton’s clutch plays, what this means for Milwaukee’s future, the Pistons holding off elimination at MSG by taking down the Knicks, the keys to the Wolves-Lakers pivotal Game 5, the Nuggets using a historic Jamal Murray game to take the series lead over the Clippers, the Celtics impressive domination and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
Apr 30, 2025•55 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk a wild weekend in the NBA playoffs. The crew starts with the sad news surrounding Dame Lillard’s injury and what that may mean for the future of the Bucks & Giannis. Then, the guys dive into some games with insane endings including Ant Edwards’ masterclass performance to down the Lakers in a thriller & what that means for LA in the series, a historic ending to the Clippers-Nuggets game in what has been a blockbuster matchu...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and eventually Tim MacMahon to talk one of the most unique playoff endings between the Pistons & Knicks, the Clippers’ big win & some issues with restrictions on viewing the game, an update on Jimmy Butler’s injury for the Warriors, the huge impact Evan Mobley winning DPOY will have on the Cavs and the Thunder completing one of the craziest comebacks in playoff history against Memphis. Plus, an update on Ja Morant’s injury. Learn more about your a...
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 16 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Lakers’ leveling the series in a sluggish battle with the Wolves before talking the Pacers dominating the Bucks to go up 2-0 in the series & what that could mean for the future in Milwaukee. Then, the crew talks the incredible battles so far in the Clippers-Nuggets matchup and the Knicks struggling against the Pistons at MSG. Finally, we talk the latest front office moves around the NBA that haven’t gotten enough atten...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk a wild opening weekend to the NBA playoffs including a big road win for the Warriors and if the Rockets have enough offense to advance. Plus, we break down if a wild Game 1 in Clippers-Nuggets will set up a long series, how the Knicks' massive 4th quarter showed their playoff pedigree over Detroit, why the Wolves' statement against the Lakers should be taken seriously and the dangerous Pacers looking more than ready for th...
Apr 21, 2025•58 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Michael C. Wright and Ohm Youngmisuk to react to Damian Lillard’s potentially surprising playoff return as well as some unique underdog scenarios in the Warriors-Rockets & Clippers-Nuggets series. Then, the Minnesota Star Tribune's Wolves beat writer Chris Hine joins the show to talk about his new book on Anthony Edwards and Ant's unique path to the NBA before talking the expectations for Minnesota against the Lakers with Luka. Plus, a special thank you to giv...
Apr 18, 2025•58 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the start of the postseason with big wins for the Warriors & Magic before breaking down a unique press conference featuring Mavs’ GM Nico Harrison in Dallas. Then, the guys preview the NBA playoffs including some of the most exciting first round matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 16 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to an eventful end to the NBA season including a wild finish with massive seeding implications between the Clippers & Warriors. The guys dive into an early look at the major storylines between the Clippers & Nuggets and the Wolves & Lakers. Plus, some interesting news from Philadelphia on the future of the 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 14, 2025•40 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Luka’s emotional return to Dallas and the Lakers’ chances for a playoff run before talking the fallout from the Nuggets’ firing of head coach Michael Malone and decision not to extend GM Calvin Booth. Then the guys break down what the future holds for the Phoenix Suns after a disastrous season including what could be a very interesting summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Luka’s return to Dallas and talk the Lakers’ battle for playoff seeding before reacting to the Denver Nuggets firing head coach Michael Malone and not extending GM Calvin Booth. Then the guys break down the playoff potential for the Houston Rockets including their potential superstar ready to break through. Finally, Cavs’ forward Evan Mobley joins the show to talk a historic season, his growth and his potential for Defe...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Lakers’ impressive wins of late, what that means for the playoffs, late season playoff seeding battles and Luka’s upcoming return game to Dallas. Then, the crew breaks down their takes on the NBA Awards including Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Most Improved, Rookie of the Year and 6th Man of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 07, 2025•58 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton to talk ‘Large Sample-Size Theater’ with the NBA trends over the course of this season including the increase in 3-point attempts around the league, the Thunders’ historic success, the MVP of the league and some key data since the trade deadline to show the playoff potential of the Warriors & the Lakers. Then, Clippers’ center Ivica Zubac joins the show to talk about his outstanding season and his potential for Defensive Player of the Year. Learn ...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Bontemps’ final MVP Straw Poll of the season including the state of the historic race between SGA and Jokic. Plus, some surprise entrants into the Top 6 of the poll, a DPOY discussion, the possibility of the Thunder winning 70 games and everyone’s favorite segment the Cojones Factor Player of the Month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 02, 2025•52 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the impact of a major coaching change from Memphis late in the season and what that means for the future of Ja Morant with the Grizzlies. Then, the guys talk Jalen Brunson’s return timeline for the Knicks, injuries harming the Bucks, a wild scene in the Pistons-Wolves game and take a trip to Cavs Corner. Plus, a big surprise for MacMahon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 31, 2025•57 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the major takeaways from the NBA’s board of governors meeting in New York with commissioner Adam Silver. The guys cover the concept of league expansion inching ever closer, a new league in Europe, some unique clarification on the sale of the Celtics, how Minnesota’s ownership changes could greatly impact the team, if there is a fix to tanking in the NBA and a wild storytime from Windy. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the release of MacMahon’s new book, Anthony Davis returning for the Mavs, if the Suns’ win streak is something or nothing, the amount of concern for the Lakers’ struggles of late, the battle for the Play-In Tournament in the Western Conference, if Indiana can be a dangerous playoff team and some wild stories from MacMahon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 26, 2025•57 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Bulls’ surprising win streak of late, the Lakers’ stars returning as Western Conference seeding battles heat up, what is going wrong with the Cavs, get some injury news on Jalen Brunson, what seeds the top teams in the Eastern Conference will get, some curious comments from Wyc Grousbeck on the Celtics and preview MacMahon’s new book! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 24, 2025•55 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the significance of the Celtics’ largest team sale in North American sports history and what this means for Boston going forward. Then, the guys discuss the Clippers streaking at the right time, some potential defensive issues for the Cavs, the current Defensive Player of the Year, some interesting lineup decisions for the Thunder and playoff seeding battles in the Eastern Conference. Plus, we rank the 11 best and worst re...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Jonathan Givony and Kevin Pelton to talk the NBA Draft prospects you need to be watching this March as you fill out your brackets for the NCAA Tournament including Cooper Flagg’s ceiling, Kon Knueppel’s All-Star potential, some players who could become stars and who you will be hearing more from soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 19, 2025•55 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Warriors’ substantial improvement after the Jimmy Butler trade, if they are legit contenders, the Rockets’ improvement of late including if their young talent has superstar potential, the potential for the Mavs to have to forfeit games and Tony Allen’s jersey retirement in Memphis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the significance of the Thunder downing the Celtics, if those two teams are the favorites for the NBA Finals, a huge game-winner for the Knicks, interesting comments from Mikal Bridges on the minutes for starters, some NBA Player Participation Policy fines and what the future holds in Phoenix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk about the series between the Denver Nuggets and the Oklahoma City Thunder. The serious issues the Dallas Mavericks are suffering because of injuries. The Permanent Substitution move to stop Nikola Jokic. The competition for MVP is a 2 way race. The guys discuss who has an edge. Plus we preview OKC vs Celtics. The chances of the Timberwolves to make the playoffs. And how the Miami Heat ...
Mar 12, 2025•54 min
Brian Windhorst, Tim Bontemps and Dave McMenamin discuss the Celtics victory over the Lakers on Saturday Night. Plus the dominating victory of the Oklahoma City Thunder over the Denver Nuggets. The Collective give us an update on Lebron James and Jalen Brunson's injury. Plus the “hottest” topic in the NBA: The meeting between Larry David and Dave McMenamin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 10, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to dish out the teams that truly have a chance to get to the NBA Finals from the Eastern Conference including if the Bucks have a chance to take down the Celtics or Cavs. Plus, an update on the NBA Draft Lottery standings and what to watch for as the season progresses. Then, the guys tackle the struggles for Memphis of late and what that means for the team going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the impact of Kyrie Irving’s injury in Dallas, why this season is one of the biggest disasters in NBA history for the Mavs, the Suns’ struggles including a major concern, if Portland can make the NBA Playoffs and if the Lakers can keep up this hot streak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 05, 2025•52 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the big matchup between Nuggets & Celtics, why Denver is not as much of threat to Boston this year, the Cavs’ huge win over the Celtics, the impact of Jalen Suggs’ injury on the Magic, Ant Edwards’ technical foul suspension and award ‘Cojones Factor Player of the Month’ for February. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to dish out the teams that truly have a chance to get to the NBA Finals from the Western Conference, break down an interesting statement from Gregg Popovich and preview a potentially telling matchup between the Cavs & Celtics. Then, renowned journalist & author Armen Keteyian joins to talk his new book 'Legends and Soles: The Memoir of an American Original' on the legendary Sonny Vaccaro including some wild stories about LeBron Ja...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Luka’s first matchup against the Mavs as a Laker, the 76ers’ season continuing to go downhill, why the future is a concern for the Suns, a historic turnaround for Detroit, a wild comeback for Minnesota over OKC and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 26, 2025•54 min
