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Hoops Tonight with Jason Timpf

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Jason Timpf breaks down the NBA's biggest games, storylines and scuttlebutt (hopefully in that order).

Episodes

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Warriors TOP 5, Lakers & Suns FAST STARTS, Cavaliers ON FIRE

Jason Timpf shares his first edition of NBA power rankings for the 2024-2025 season. Jason shares where LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Kevin Durant's Phoenix Suns, and Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks rank following their strong starts to the year. Later, Jason breaks down how the Golden State Warriors have cracked his top five even with Steph Curry injured. And who comes in at No. 1 between Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder, and Donovan Mitchell's u...

Nov 05, 202450 min

Hoops Tonight - Bucks-Grizzlies Reaction: Giannis & Milwaukee MAJOR ISSUES, Ja Morant GOES OFF

Jason Timpf reacts to Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies' 122-99 win over Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and the Milwaukee Bucks. Jason discusses Memphis' impressive performance as well as what has gone wrong for Giannis and Milwaukee to start the season. Later, Jason answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:30 - Bucks/Grizzlies reaction 42:00 - Mailbag (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: h...

Nov 02, 20241 hr 4 min

Hoops Tonight - Chet Holmgren & Thunder BULLY Wemby & Spurs, Cavaliers UNDEFEATED + NBA Mailbag

Jason Timpf reacts to Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder's 105-93 win over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Jason discusses what's wrong with Wemby to start this season, how Chet Holmgren has gotten off to a hot start, and what's next for both teams moving forward. Later, Jason discusses the undefeated start for Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and the Cleveland Cavaliers before getting into an NBA mailbag. Should Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors pursue a trade to bec...

Nov 01, 202448 min

Hoops Tonight - Warriors WILD COMEBACK vs. Pelicans, Luka & Mavericks BURY Wolves

Jason Timpf reacts to Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks taking down Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves as well as Buddy Hield's second-half explosion in the Golden State Warriors' win over Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans without Stephen Curry. Later, Jason breaks down film on the biggest highlights from the games! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:15 - Mavericks-Timberwolves 29:15 - Pelicans-Warriors 39:45 - Timpf's Tape (Timestamps may vary based on adve...

Oct 31, 202449 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: LeBron & Lakers SLOPPY vs. Durant & Suns, Paolo's 50, Bucks-Celtics

Jason Timpf reacts to multiple games from across the NBA including Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics pulling away from Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks, Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns taking down LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, and Paolo Banchero's 50-point explosion in the Orlando Magic's win over Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. Timeline; 05:00 - Bucks-Celtics 22:00 - Lakers-Suns 36:45 - Paolo drops 50 vs. Pacers (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements....

Oct 30, 202435 min

Hoops Tonight - LeBron & Lakers HOT START, Curry & Warriors CHAMPIONSHIP UPSIDE, Celtics SURGING

Jason Timpf breaks down whose stock is rising and whose stock is falling through the first few games of the NBA season. Jason discusses the hot start for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, why Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors are in a much better position to be competitive than people expected, Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' 0-2 start, and why Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics are looking close to unbeatable. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:45 Stock Rising: Boston Celtics ...

Oct 29, 20241 hr

Hoops Tonight - Thunder-Nuggets Reaction: SGA & OKC dominate Denver + Mavericks CATCH FIRE vs. Spurs

Jason Timpf reacts to Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Russell Westbrook, and the Denver Nuggets' 102-87 loss to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and the Oklahoma City Thunder to kick off their starts to the 2024-2025 NBA season. Later, Jason reacts to Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks catching fire in their 120-109 win over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://w...

Oct 25, 202435 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Curry & Warriors DOMINATE Blazers, Durant SAVES Suns, 76ers-Bucks

Jason Timpf reacts to several games around the NBA including Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns' overtime win over James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers, Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' dominant win over the Portland Trail Blazers, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' win over the Philadelphia 76ers, and Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers' win over the Detroit Pistons. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:45 - Suns/Clippers 24:00 - Pacers/Pistons 31:00 - Warriors/Blazers...

Oct 25, 202449 min

Hoops Tonight - How Celtics DISMANTLED Knicks, LeBron & Lakers MAJOR STRIDES with JJ Redick

Jason Timpf breaks down film from Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics' dominant win over Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks. What went wrong in Karl-Anthony Towns' debut and just how good is Boston? Later, Jason reviews the film from LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' impressive win over Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in JJ Redick's coaching debut. Timeline: 3:45 - Introduction 4:45 - Celtics dominant debut 10:45 - Lakers impress vs. Timberwolves 17:00 - ...

Oct 24, 202448 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Opening Night Reaction: LeBron, AD & Lakers SHINE vs. Wolves + Knicks-Celtics

Jason Timpf reacts to the NBA's opening night games featuring LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' 110-103 win over Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves as well as Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics dominating Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks 132-109. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 08:00 - Timberwolves vs. Lakers 28:00 - Knicks vs. Celtics (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://...

Oct 23, 202435 min

Hoops Tonight - WNBA Finals Reaction: Breanna Stewart & Liberty SHOCK Lynx + CONTROVERSIAL ending

Jason Timpf reacts to a wild Game 5 of the WNBA Finals where Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and the New York Liberty defeated Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx to win the championship. Later, Jason shares his top predictions for the 2024-2025 NBA season including Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics vs. Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference as well as what will happen in a loaded Western Conference featuring LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's ...

Oct 22, 202444 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Jayson Tatum & Celtics DYNASTY loading? Boston's top challengers

Jason Timpf concludes his NBA power rankings with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the defending champion Boston Celtics. Jason discusses what Boston must accomplish to enter the "all-time great team" conversation, breaks down the Celtics' biggest strengths and weaknesses, and shares whether he expects Boston to end the season as back-to-back champions. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 06:30 - #1: Boston Celtics 24:45 - NBA Mailbag (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #Herd Follow ...

Oct 19, 202443 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Predictions: Lakers ALL-IN? Nuggets disrespect, Celtics & Thunder top threats

Jason Timpf is joined by The Athletic's Sam Vecenie to break down the biggest contenders ahead of the NBA season. Jason and Sam discuss whether the Celtics and Thunder have separated themselves as the top tier of teams, if Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets are receiving too much disrespect, whether Luka Doncic and the Mavericks are legitimate threats for the title, how LeBron James and the Lakers will fare with JJ Redick as their new head coach, and much more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:00 - Tea...

Oct 18, 20242 hr 30 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Preseason: Warriors & Celtics HOT START, Lakers key issue, Nuggets struggling

Jason Timpf goes around the NBA discussing "who's hot, and who's not" during preseason action. Jason reacts to the hot starts for Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors, Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics, and Tyrese Haliburton's Indiana Pacers. Then Jason breaks down Karl-Anthony Towns' struggles so far as a member of the New York Knicks, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' poor shot selection, what is wrong with Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets, and much more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 7:00 - ...

Oct 17, 202433 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Nuggets & Thunder BEST IN WEST, who is Celtics top challenger?

Jason Timpf continues his NBA power rankings with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets. Jason discusses why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and OKC are ready to make their NBA Finals push after an offseason in which they added Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein. Later, Jason breaks down whether Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Denver will avenge last season's playoff failure and return to championship status. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:45 - #3: Oklahoma City Thunder 30:30 - #...

Oct 16, 202434 min

Hoops Tonight - Lakers-Bucks Reaction: LeBron & Giannis SHINE in NBA preseason + Rockets-Thunder

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers taking on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA preseason. Jason discusses his biggest highlights from the game as well as what his expectations are for both teams with the NBA season quickly approaching. Later, he breaks down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder's matchup with the Houston Rockets before diving into a film breakdown in Timpf's Tape! Timeline: 04:00 -...

Oct 12, 202449 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA GM Survey Reaction: SGA vs. Luka MVP, Jokic & Nuggets drop off? Lakers SNUBBED

Jason Timpf and The Guardian’s Claire de Lune react to the NBA GM Survey, discussing the Lakers’ Anthony Davis and Warriors’ Draymond Green being snubbed among the best defenders in the NBA, whether the Mavericks’ Luka Doncic or Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should be the MVP favorite, and if Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets will regress next season or get revenge for their early playoff exit. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 05:00 - Anthony Davis & Draymond Green snubbed 17:30 - MVP Debate: L...

Oct 11, 20241 hr 2 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Preseason Reaction: Warriors CATCH FIRE, DeRozan-Kings Debut, Wembanyama Rusty

Jason Timpf reacts to several preseason NBA games including Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors taking on De'Aaron Fox and the Sacramento Kings in DeMar DeRozan's Kings debut, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs taking on Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic, and Jimmy Butler's Miami Heat taking on the Charlotte Hornets. Timeline: 3:45 - Introduction 5:15 - Warriors vs Kings 12:00 - Spurs vs Magic 17:45 - Hornets vs Heat 26:45 - Timpf’s Tape (Timestamps may vary ba...

Oct 11, 202435 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Will Jalen Brunson, KAT & Knicks TAKE DOWN Celtics?

Jason Timpf continues his NBA power rankings with Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks. Jason discusses why the Karl-Anthony Towns trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves will ultimately help the Knicks despite the loss of Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle. How impactful will Mikal Bridges be alongside his Villanova teammates in Brunson and Josh Hart. And what is the key for New York to take down Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the defending champion Boston Celtics? Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction...

Oct 10, 202442 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: How Luka Doncic & Mavericks RETURN TO FINALS with Klay Thompson

Jason Timpf continues his NBA power rankings with Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks. How will the Klay Thompson fit in with the Mavs following his historic career with Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors? How can Dallas look to expand their offense beyond "Luka-Ball" to become a more dangerous unit? And what currently separates Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder from the Mavericks, who are the first team out ...

Oct 09, 202443 min

Hoops Tonight - Hoops Tonight - Hoops Tonight - NBA Preseason Reaction: Suns-Lakers, Warriors-Clippers, KAT-Knicks, Lillard shines

Jason Timpf reacts to multiple preseason games from around the NBA including LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers looking "ready to go" vs. Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns, Steph Curry leading his Golden State Warriors against James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers, Karl-Anthony Towns' New York Knicks debut vs. the Charlotte Hornets, and Damian Lillard shining in the Milwaukee Bucks' matchup with the Detroit Pistons. Timeline: 4:44 - Suns-Lakers 28:15 - Knicks-Hornets 39:...

Oct 08, 20241 hr 2 min

Hoops Tonight - Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Joel Embiid & 76ers ready for NBA Finals run with Paul George?

Jason Timpf continues his NBA power rankings with Joel Embiid, Paul George, and the Philadelphia 76ers. Jason discusses the 76ers' big addition of Paul George this offseason and whether he believes that is enough on top of Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey to help the Sixers finally break down the door to the NBA Finals. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 05:00 - #6: Philadelphia 76ers 23:00 - NBA Mailbag #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf1...

Oct 05, 202434 min

Hoops Tonight - Celtics-Nuggets Reaction: Tatum & Boston WELL-OILED MACHINE, Jokic & Denver IMPRESS

Jason Timpf reacts to Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the Boston Celtics' NBA preseason matchup with Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and the Denver Nuggets. Jason breaks down why the Celtics offense is a well-oiled machine, the advantages Denver has in this matchup, Russell Westbrook's debut with the Nuggets, and much more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 9:00 - Boston’s offense is a well oiled machine 14:00 - Celtics film breakdown 16:00 - Denver has advantages in this matchup 22:00 - Good and bad fr...

Oct 04, 202437 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Media Day Reaction: Warriors new look, Lakers SKY-HIGH vibes, Nuggets & Russ fit

Jason Timpf reacts to the best quotes to come out of NBA Media Day. Can Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors count on Draymond Green to be ready to go after a tumultuous 2023-2024 season? Is it time to buy into LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers as reports circulate that JJ Redick has the team more organized and upbeat than ever? Will Russell Westbrook change his game to help Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets return to championship form or continue to have high highs ...

Oct 03, 202457 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Why LeBron James & Lakers are ONE TRADE AWAY from being SCARY

Jason Timpf continues his NBA power rankings with LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers. Jason discusses LA's offseason moves, where JJ Redick will most help the team, and why the Lakers are one big trade away from being serious NBA Finals contenders. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 04:00 - Lakers offseason additions 10-:00 - Lakers starting lineup was great last season 12:45 - What happened vs. Nuggets in playoffs? 14:15 - Major Weakness 1: No two-way player 17:45 - Major Weakn...

Oct 01, 202454 min

Hoops Tonight - Knicks-Timberwolves Trade Reaction: Karl-Anthony Towns a PERFECT FIT in New York

Jason Timpf reacts to the Minnesota Timberwolves trading Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and a first-round NBA Draft pick. Jason shares why he LOVES the move for Jalen Brunson and New York...and he can't same the same for Anthony Edwards' Timberwolves.. #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 28, 202412 min

Hoops Tonight -NBA Power Rankings: How Giannis, Damian Lillard & Bucks return to CHAMPIONSHIP FORM

Jason Timpf continues his NBA power rankings with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and the Milwaukee Bucks. Jason discusses the impact of Milwaukee's offseason acquisitions, how Giannis and Dame can rebound to top form, and whether he expects the Bucks to return to championship form and compete with the Celtics, Knicks, and 76ers in the Eastern Conference! Later, Jason answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Who should be the starting five for Steph Curry, Draymond Green,...

Sep 28, 20241 hr 7 min

Hoops Tonight - Reaction to JJ Redick naming Lakers starting 5, why LeBron & LA will be LOCKED IN + Power Rankings #9: Phoenix Suns

Jason Timpf reacts to Lakers head coach JJ Redick's appearance on the Lowe Post podcast with Zach Lowe. Jason reacts to Redick announcing Los Angeles' starting lineup to start the 2024-2025 NBA season as D’Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, LeBron James, Rui Hachimira and Anthony Davis. Jason explains why he believes LeBron, AD, and the Lakers roster will buy into Redick as their head coach, and why Redick's presence could help stabilize a Lakers front office that has been sporadic with Jeanie Buss ...

Sep 25, 202456 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Ja Morant's RETURN makes Grizzlies DANGEROUS

Jason Timpf continues his NBA power rankings ahead of the 2024-2025 with the Memphis Grizzlies. Jason shares why Ja Morant's return might be just enough to propel Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Memphis into legitimate contention in the Western Conference. How will Memphis use rookie Zach Edey after a historic career at Purdue? Jason ends the show answering listener questions during an NBA Mailbag segment. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 8:00 - #11: Memphis Grizzlies 36:30 - Grizzlies film b...

Sep 23, 20241 hr 2 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Steph Curry & Warriors REBOUND, Zion & Pelicans + Pacers next East TITAN?

Jason Timpf reacts to Joel Embiid's massive contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers. Did Philly make the right decision investing so much money into injury prone stars in Embiid and Paul George? Later, Jason continues his power rankings ahead of the 2024-2025 NBA season with the New Orleans Pelicans, Golden State Warriors, and Indiana Pacers. Are Zion Williamson and New Orleans finally ready to compete in the Western Conference? Will Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Golden State bounce ba...

Sep 20, 202451 min