On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: "Ask Coach Thorpe" mailbag questions tapping into David's big basketball brain. If you want to submit a question email truehoop@truehoop.com The latest on the James Harden, Joel Embiid and Daryl Morey situation. Are the 76ers headed towards a rebuild? What the Netflix show "Quarterback" teaches us about the future of the NBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 18, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 80
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's time in Los Angeles working out NBA players with his son Max "Ask Coach Thorpe" our second set of mailbag questions tapping into David's big basketball brain. If you want to submit a question email truehoop@truehoop.com James Harden and Daryl Morey's bromance is over FIBA World Cup basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 79
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector wraps "The Future of the NBA" series by discussing the fan perspective with host of the "Dear Adam Silver" podcast, Abigail Smithson. They discuss: Sports take culture How media can ask better questions to deliver better content for fans Beyond the gameplay, what attracts fans to sports? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 78
On today's TrueHoop podcast Jarod Hector is back with part two of the series "The Future of the NBA." Joining him is the assistant professor of economics at the United States Naval Academy Scott Kaplan. They discuss: How to monetize the culture of basketball The true value of NBA superstars like LeBron and Steph Can gambling actually help? The value of the NBA experience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 07, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 77
On today's TrueHoop podcast Jarod Hector and David Thorpe debut part one of the series "The Future of the NBA." Joining them is media executive and friend of the show Ben Aronson. They discuss: NBA fan consumption habits Ratings and the driver of revenue How the current media covers the game Beyond the increased options, why does Gen Z watch less sports than previous generations? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 03, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 76
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: "Ask Coach Thorpe" our first set of mailbag questions tapping into David's big basketball brain. If you want to submit a question email truehoop@truehoop.com The NBA has warned Damian Lillard's agent Aaron Goodwin about telling teams that are not the Miami Heat that Dame won't play for them. What's actually going on here. Sudden cardiac arrest is a problem in basketball, Henry wrote an incredible piece about it that you can...
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 75
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: There is a saying "Offense sells tickets, defense wins championships" is this true? It's the start of summer mixtape season for players as they show off what they're working on in their games. That's important, according to David but it must be done with a plan. Jabari Smith Jr.'s star potential and Emoni Bates as a future starter for the Cavaliers We are going to start answering listener questions on the show. If you have a question for...
Jul 20, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 74
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Summer league pros and cons and David's sobering thoughts on the overall entity A little piece of advice for coaches The latest on Damian Lillard, James Harden, Pascal Siakam and the NBA's holding pattern Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 17, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 73
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector is joined by a special co-host. The host of the "Dear Adam Silver" podcast, the wonderful Abigail Smithson. They discuss: The NBA season in review, how happy are we for Nikola Jokic? Abigail's beloved Warriors and the dynamics of a locker room and workplace There is a lot of pressure on Victor Wembanyama, is it fair? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 72
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: All the overreaction around Victor Wembanyama. Talk to us in three years if you want to make any definitive statements. Finding the Tari Eason of this year's summer league and the young Rockets have talent Scoot Henderson looks like a leader The truth behind the Damian Lillard and Portland Trail Blazers marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 71
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Remaining free agents on the board and the latest Damian Lillard and James Harden news David believes the Raptors will trade Pascal Siakam, but to who and for what? David makes a bold proclamation about Kenneth Lofton Jr. and the Memphis Grizzlies Who has impressed and disappointed David in summer league so far? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 06, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 70
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Damian Lillard finally requests a trade The Lakers and Suns have picked up good free agents, but David says the health of LeBron, AD, KD, Book and Beal is still what matters most. The Pacers will be fun and Tyrese Haliburton has had the best weekend on social media The hidden value of some of the free agency deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 02, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 69
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The best young cores in the NBA and how teams and players should approach summer league Two years ago the Hawks looked like a title contender, not so much anymore The Lakers are always on the clock because of LeBron, what will they do in free agency? The realities of the new CBA make developing young cheap talent critical, the teams that master it will win Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 29, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 68
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Draft recap: David discusses how the Spurs should weaponize Wemby and what Houston and Detroit need to do with the Thompson twins. The Warriors traded Jordan Poole for CP3, are they done dealing? Potential free agency deals and trades Team USA at the FIBA World Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 67
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector, and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics trade Marcus Smart and acquire Kristaps Porzingis. Henry feels some type of way about this. Many of the players in the draft can't shoot, but have so much upside. Can you draft non-shooters? David has thoughts. The Damian Lillard Portland Trail Blazers saga is like a bad marriage The NBA is drunk on trades because of the new CBA and owners want to get off of deals they made. What does it all mean? Learn more ab...
Jun 22, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 66
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Bradley Beal is now a member of the Phoenix Suns who have a lot of money tied up in just four players. How do they build the rest of their roster? The punitive nature of the new CBA and what's on the horizon for the Suns Damian Lillard wants out if the Blazers don't bring in a veteran superstar We know about Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson and the Thompson twins. Who are some other names to be excited about in Thursday's...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 65
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Nuggets dominant run to the NBA championship Nikola Jokic is the world's best player and just led his team to a championship but he might not love his job Can the Nuggets build a dynasty? The weird American sports tradition of billionaire owners receiving the championship trophy ahead of the players and coaches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 13, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 64
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The greatness of Nikola Jokic and why it's so hard for some former players and fans to recognize how great he is. Nuggets are on the verge of their first title in franchise history, but David says they can't think that way. The new CBA has created a "super tax" penalty for teams, that might mean older star players on the move this summer. The Saudis control professional golf, is the NBA next? Learn more about your ad choice...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 63
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The brilliance of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray The importance of Christian Braun. Henry believes every team has an opportunity to win a game with a player like this. Bam Adebayo's defensive bag Will we see "Playoff Jimmy" again? The continued struggles of Michael Porter Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 62
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott returns and joins Jarod Hector and David Thorpe to discuss: What happened to the Nuggets in game 2? The Heat's intensity and force Nuggets' head coach Michael Malone publicly calling out his team The brilliance of Erik Spoelstra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 61
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Celtics offseason after losing in the conference finals. Do you breakup Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown? Altitude How do you stop Nikola Jokic? The Heat's defense vs. Nuggets offense Appropriate fear vs. Heat Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 01, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 60
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The most improbable circumstances in the Heat vs. Celtics series have led to game 7. David thinks game 6 was horrible all around. The NBA's officiating problem The Nuggets have been waiting for over a week and that's a good thing for them Rich Paul's perspective on the draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 59
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics salvaging their season and avoiding elimination. But can they win three more? The Heat's 'Fuck You' culture which David also wrote about here The brilliance of Nikola Jokic and the superb play of Jamal Murray Why the NBA media needs to do a better job telling stories about teams and players Olivier-Maxence Prosper and the draft combine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 25, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 58
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics disappointing performance in game three against the Heat The brilliance of Erik Spoelstra and #HeatCulture Something has been off in Boston all season and maybe it's Jaylen Brown? The Nuggets are up 3-0 on the Lakers and Jarod says LeBron and Anthony Davis needed to be elite and they haven't David has an early NBA Finals prediction Carmelo Anthony officially announces his retirement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
May 22, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 57
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Heat's game one win over the Celtics. What happened in that third quarter? Playoff Jimmy strikes again. The Nuggets beat the Lakers in game one but much has been made of the Lakers late comeback and Rui Hachimura guarding Nikola Jokic. Is there anything to it? The Spurs won the draft lottery and will select Victor Wembanyama, Jarod and David on what the Spurs might do around the young phenom. David hates the way ESPN produces the dra...
May 18, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 56
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The troubling case of Ja Morant The Celtics beatdown of the 76ers in game 7. What's next for Joel Embiid, James Harden and Doc Rivers? Jayson Tatum's disposition to dominate in game 7 Knicks, Suns, and Warriors offseason plans Eastern and Western conference finals preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 15, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 55
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Draymond Green saving the Warriors season. David also wonders if this version of Draymond makes the Warriors title favorites? The Knicks saved their season because Jalen Brunson and Quentin Grimes played all 48 minutes in an elimination game. Will this series go to game 7? The 76ers are on the verge of the conference finals and Joel Embiid can smell it. Can Devin Booker and Kevin Durant be excellent for two more games to beat the Nuggets...
May 11, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 54
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The maturation of Devin Booker. Suns and Nuggets are all tied at 2-2. Is the winner still the favorite to be west champs? 76ers tied their series with the Celtics behind a huge James Harden game. Did the Celtics make a mistake not calling timeout before the final shot? Lakers blew out the Warriors in game 3, behind Anthony Davis and LeBron James. Jarod says they have an opportunity to end this series early. The Knicks need to play better...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 53
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Being innovative as a coach in the playoffs? Hindsight is 20/20 but since the 76ers already won game 1, should they have held Joel Embiid out until game 3? Jarod and David are concerned with Jayson Tatum's play Anthony Davis playing like the best player in the world is the key to the Lakers' title hopes. Can he keep it up? Are the Suns in trouble? Top 5 playoff performers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 52
On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Stephen Curry and Kevon Looney were brilliant in the Warriors seven game series win over the Kings Lakers eliminated the Grizzlies, what's next for Memphis? LeBron vs. Steph Part V The rest of the playoff matchups Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 01, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 51
