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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 Reaction: SGA & Thunder "special," Bucks ARE BACK, Luka erupts, Grizzlies-Lakers

  Jason Timpf reacts to the NBA's weekend action including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder as well as Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks advancing to the NBA Cup championship game. Jason discusses how OKC is playing "special basketball" and why the Bucks are back among his top championship contenders. Later, Jason shares his NBA power rankings including Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks, Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics, and Ja Morant's Memphis Grizzlies - despite their...

Dec 17, 202439 min

Hoops Tonight - Warriors Trade Reaction: Golden State acquires Dennis Schroder from Nets

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors acquiring Dennis Schroder from the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for De'Anthony Melton and future draft picks. Jason breaks down how this trade impacts the Warriors' NBA Finals chances and what he expects from Schroder in Golden State. (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume   Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Dec 15, 202414 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Should Jokic & Nuggets target Butler? Warriors hosed? Luka vs. Giannis

  Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses whether Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets should look for a player like Jimmy Butler or Paul George to boost their title chances. Is Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic or Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks better to build around? Can Jalen Brunson be the number one option on a championship team for the New York Knicks? Jason answers all these questions and more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5...

Dec 14, 202444 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Cup Reaction: Curry & Warriors STUNNED vs. Rockets, Knicks COLLAPSE vs. Hawks

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors falling 91-90 to Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets in the NBA Cup. Jason breaks down the biggest highlights from the game and why Golden State must make a move by the trade deadline to have any chance at reaching the NBA Finals. Later, Jason reacts to Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks' 108-100 comeback win over Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the New York Knicks to advance to the semifinals of the NBA In-...

Dec 13, 202429 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Cup Reaction: Thunder STIFLE Mavericks, Bucks survive Magic, SGA & Giannis shine

Jason Timpf shares his reaction to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 39-point explosion in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 118-104 win over Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks. Jason discusses how OKC stifled Luka, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and the Dallas offense. Later, Jason reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' 114-109 win over the Orlando Magic, including late-game heroics from Damian Lillard. The show ends with Jason heading to the film room to break down OKC's win over Dallas in a pot...

Dec 12, 202452 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Cup Predictions + What's next for Steph & Warriors, Luka & Mavericks, Nuggets

  Jason Timpf shares his NBA Cup predictions before diving into an NBA mailbag segment. Will Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors and Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks survive the first round of elimination games? Later, Jason discusses why Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks missed his power rankings, what the next move should be for Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, and what the most important factors are to him for deciding MVP. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:30 - NBA Cup preview 9:30 ...

Dec 11, 202437 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Nikola Jokic's HISTORIC START w/ Nuggets, Bucks-Nets + Power Rankings

Jason Timpf reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' 118-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets as well as Nikola Jokic's historic start to the NBA season with the Denver Nuggets. Then he dives into his NBA power rankings featuring Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors, Ja Morant's Memphis Grizzlies, and Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Bucks/Nets 14:00 - Nikola Jokic’s all-time run 26:45 - Power Rankings (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #...

Dec 10, 202440 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: LeBron to Warriors? Murray costing Nuggets? Lakers FAILING Redick

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA Mailbag segment. Jason discusses whether Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors should pursue a trade for Brandon Ingram, Anthony Davis, or … LeBron James. Later, Jason shares his thoughts on Jamal Murray's disappointing start to the season for Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, whether JJ Redick deserves criticism similar to Darvin Ham for the Los Angeles Lakers' struggles, if the window has closed for Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat, ...

Dec 07, 202452 min

Hoops Tonight - "I'm DONE”: LeBron James & Lakers are officially BROKEN, LA embarrassed vs. Heat

Jason Timpf discusses why he is DONE with LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers following their embarrassing 134-93 loss to the Miami Heat. Jason breaks down LA's lack of effort and interest in playing competitive basketball and what has gone wrong with JJ Redick as head coach. Later, Jason reacts to Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks' 119-104 win over Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks for their fifth straight win. Timeline: 5:15 - Done with the Lakers 25:00 - Hawks s...

Dec 06, 202431 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Nuggets OUTDUEL Curry & Warriors, Grizzlies-Mavericks, Magic-Knicks

Jason Timpf reacts to several NBA Cup games from around the league including Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' second half comeback against Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks taking down the Orlando Magic, and Luka Doncic's 37-point performance in the Dallas Mavericks' win over Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 6:30 - Warriors-Nuggets 23:15 - Magic-Knicks 39:15 - Grizzlies-Mavericks (Timestamps may vary based on advertis...

Dec 05, 202442 min

Hoops Tonight - LeBron James "worst basketball in two decades," will Lakers recover from FREE FALL?

Jason Timpf discusses what has gone wrong for LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers, who have followed their 10-4 start to the season by going 2-5. Jason breaks down LeBron's recent struggles, what's gone wrong with the Lakers offense, and whether he expects JJ Redick to turn around LA's problems before it's too late. Introduction: 4:00 - Lakers offense has fallen apart 10:00 - Why shifting offense from AD to LeBron has not worked 12:00- What's wrong with LeBron? 26:00- Why Lak...

Dec 04, 202427 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Cavaliers AVENGE Celtics loss, Rockets stun Thunder, Warriors SLIDE

Jason Timpf reacts to Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenging an earlier loss in their 115-111 win over Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Later, Jason shares his thoughts on Fred VanVleet and the Houston Rockets' 119-116 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Next, Jason turns his attention to the NBA Power Rankings where Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors are sliding over a four-game losing streak while Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks are shooting up th...

Dec 03, 20241 hr 11 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Contenders: Will Warriors stay hot? LeBron & Lakers obstacle, who stops Celtics

Jason Timpf is joined by Sam Vecenie of The Athletic to break down their top NBA contenders over the start of the season. Jason and Sam discuss whether Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics have separated themselves from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the Oklahoma City Thunder as the top team in the league. Later, they debate whether Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors or Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers are legitimate NBA Finals contenders following their hot starts to the season. Next, Jason and ...

Nov 27, 20241 hr 20 min

Hoops Tonight - Lakers-Suns Reaction: Durant & Phoenix BLOW OUT LA, what's wrong with LeBron James?

Jason Timpf reacts to Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, and the Phoenix Suns' dominant 127-100 win over LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Cup. Later, Jason discusses Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks' win over Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat without Giannis Antetokounmpo as well as the Houston Rockets' win over Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:45 - Lakers/Suns 43:30 - Bucks/Heat (Timestamps may vary base...

Nov 27, 202447 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Celtics RECLAIM #1, Curry & Warriors TOP 5, Giannis & Bucks BACK

Jason Timpf shares his NBA power rankings featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks soaring following their rocky start to the season, Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors maintaining a top five spot, and Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics reclaiming the top overall spot following their victory over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Later, Jason shares why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder remind him of the Celtics as they rose to the top of the le...

Nov 26, 20241 hr 2 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Warriors & Lakers TRADE TARGETS, how Luka Doncic & Mavericks win Finals

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses which players make the most sense for Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors and LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers to target in trades as the season goes on. Later, Jason breaks down what Luka Doncic must change about his game for the Dallas Mavericks to win an NBA Finals and why he expects Dallas to elevate their play as the season goes on. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Hoops Tonight schedule 9:00 - How Pis...

Nov 23, 202445 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Warriors BLOW OUT Hawks, LeBron & Lakers surging, 76ers-Grizzlies

Jason Timpf reacts to Joel Embiid, Paul George, and the Philadelphia 76ers' 117-111 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, who were without Ja Morant, and discusses what must change in Philly to save their season. Next, Jason reacts to the Houston Rockets' 130-113 win over the Indiana Pacers and breaks down what has changed for Tyrese Haliburton as he has regressed from his NBA superstar form. Later, Jason discusses Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 120-97 win over the Atlanta Hawks and shares ...

Nov 22, 202457 min

Hoops Tonight - Cavaliers-Celtics Reaction: Tatum & Boston CATCH FIRE, Mitchell & Cavs FIRST LOSS

Jason Timpf reacts to Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics' 120-117 win over Donovan Mitchell and the East-leading Cleveland Cavaliers. Jason discusses the biggest highlights of the game and what lies ahead for each of these Eastern Conference contenders. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:15 - Celtics - Cavaliers 19:30 - Rockets - Bucks 26:45 - Q&A (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15...

Nov 20, 202433 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Warriors TOP 2, LeBron & Lakers RISE, Cavaliers unstoppable?

Jason Timpf shares his NBA power rankings featuring Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors moving into the top two, LeBron James's Los Angeles Lakers climbing up the list, and Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers remaining in the top overall spot with a 15-0 record! Timeline: 2:45 - Introduction 7:00 - #10 Knicks 11:45 - #9 Nuggets 12:30 - #8 Timberwolves 26:00 - #7 Suns 27:15 - #6 Lakers 37:00 - #5 Rockets 47:00 - #4 Celtics 50:00 - #3 Thunder 54:00 - #2 Warriors 01:02:30 - #1 Cavaliers (T...

Nov 19, 202452 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Steph Curry & Warriors BACK, Bronny must play, Tatum SILENCES critics

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics silencing their critics, Steph Curry returning to top 10 form with the Golden State Warriors, and what's next for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers to improve upon following their hot start to the year. Later, Jason discusses why the Bronny James situation has gotten out of hand in Los Angeles as he is only play home games in the G League with the South Bay Lakers, when...

Nov 15, 202440 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Giannis DROPS 59, Wembanyama 50, LeBron TRIPLE-DOUBLE in Lakers win

Jason Timpf reacts to five massive performances from around the NBA including Giannis Antetokounmpo's 59-point night in the Milwaukee Bucks' win over the Detroit Pistons, Victor Wembanyama dropping 50 points in the San Antonio Spurs' win over the Washington Wizards, and LeBron James' 35-point triple-double in the Los Angeles Lakers' win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Jason also discusses Jayson Tatum and Karl-Anthony Towns' dominant nights for the Celtics and Knicks before moving on to Timpf's Tape...

Nov 15, 202452 min

Hoops Tonight - Donovan Mitchell & Cavaliers HISTORIC START, will Cavs DETHRONE Celtics?

Jason Timpf is joined by Carter Rodriguez of 'The Chase Down Podcast' to react to the Cleveland Cavaliers' stunning 12-0 start to the 2024-2025 NBA season. The guys discuss the impact of Kenny Atkinson's arrival in Cleveland, Evan Mobley and Darius Garland's improved play to start the season, and how the Cavs depth has become a key source of strength. Later, the guys break down why they expect Donovan Mitchell to only get better over the coming months and whether they believe the Cavs will dethr...

Nov 13, 202458 min

Hoops Tonight - Mavericks-Warriors Reaction: Steph Curry TAKES OVER, outduels Klay Thompson & Dallas

Jason Timpf reacts to Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors' thrilling 120-117 win over Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and the Dallas Mavericks. Later, Jason discusses Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks' 111-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Joel Embiid's return. Timeline: 4:00 - Mavericks-Warriors 23:30 - Knicks-76ers 46:00 - NBA Mailbag (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT http...

Nov 13, 202452 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA MVP Rankings: Jokic UNSTOPPABLE, Anthony Davis CARRYING Lakers, Durant PEAKING!?

Jason Timpf ranks his top five MVP candidates through the first few games of the NBA season. Jason discusses Nikola Jokic's dominant start with the Denver Nuggets, Anthony Davis carrying LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, and Kevin Durant seemingly mastering basketball with the Phoenix Suns before his recent injury. Jason also reacts to Jayson Tatum and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the Boston Celtics and Oklahoma City Thunder to strong starts as the two favorites to reach the NBA Finals...

Nov 12, 202417 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Nuggets STUN Luka & Mavericks, Celtics-Bucks + Power Rankings

Jason Timpf reacts to Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics taking down Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks as well as Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets defeating Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Jason discusses Boston and Denver's big wins as well as what is going wrong in Milwaukee and Dallas. Later, Jason shares his NBA power rankings featuring LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors, and Donovan Mitchell's undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers. Timeline: 4:00 ...

Nov 12, 202445 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Lakers TRADE TARGETS, Warriors potential, Thunder trade for Giannis?

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses the best trade target for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, what the true potential is for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, and whether Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers are frauds following their hot start to the year. Later, Jason discusses if the Milwaukee Bucks will blow up their roster following their difficult start to the season and whether the Oklahoma City Thunder would cons...

Nov 09, 202456 min

Hoops Tonight - Thunder-Nuggets Reaction: Westbrook ERUPTS, Jokic & Denver AVENGE opening night

Jason Timpf reacts to Nikola Jokic, Russell Westbrook, and the Denver Nuggets' 124-122 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jason discusses Westbrook's big night and what's next for both teams moving forward this NBA season! Timeline 4:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Nuggets/Thunder 23:30 - Heat/Suns 44:30 - Film Study (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnys...

Nov 08, 202447 min

Hoops Tonight - Warriors-Celtics Reaction: Steph Curry TAKES OVER, Boston falls to Golden State

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors' 118-112 win over Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Jason discusses Steph's big night, what went wrong for Boston, and what's next for both teams moving forward early on in this NBA season. #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 07, 202414 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Questions: Celtics & Thunder COLLISION COURSE? Lakers & Warriors Finals threats?

Jason Timpf is joined by the Nerd Sesh guys to answer five big questions through the first few games of the NBA season. The guys discuss if Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder have separated themselves as the clear-cut top contenders for the NBA Finals. Later, they debate whether Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors or Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers are the bigger surprise threat before answering if Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks or N...

Nov 07, 20241 hr 22 min

Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Curry RETURNS to Warriors, Lakers FALL vs. Pistons, Nuggets dig DEEP

Cade Cunningham's elite potential with a young Detroit Pistons team, what situations could give LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers issues, how Steph Curry's return makes the Golden State Warriors a problem, Jayson Tatum's hot start to the Boston Celtics' season, and much more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 7:15 - Cade Cunningham's ELITE potential 11:00 - Where Lakers will strugle 14:45 - Austin Reaves needs a break 16:45 - Russell Westbrook still has it 18:45 - Pascal Siakam is a problem 20...

Nov 06, 202452 min