Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

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Brian Windhorst and a team of ESPN's Insiders sort out life in and around the NBA world.

12 HRS AGO

NBA Finals Game 6 Preview + Should Minnesota Trade For KD?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and OKC Thunder. The guys break down the amazing play of the Thunder’s young core including Jalen Williams & SGA ascending to historic levels and the potential for the birth of a dynasty for OKC. Plus, the crew discusses how Tyrese Haliburton’s injury could impact the NBA Finals and what the Pacers need to do to force a Game 7. Then, we break down where Kevin Durant could be traded and debate if a team like Minnesota should go for it. Live Show Link: ⁠https://hooplive.eventbrite.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

52 min
1 DAY AGO

NBA Finals Game 5 Reaction: Historic Win For Thunder

Brian Windhorst is joined by NBA champion Iman Shumpert to react live to Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Plus, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith and Tim Bontemps join to discuss a historic output from Jalen Williams & SGA, the impact of Tyrese Haliburton’s injury, T. J. McConnell’s comeback attempt, where the series goes from here and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

36 min
2 DAYS AGO

NBA Finals Game 5 Preview + Grizzlies trade Desmond Bane to Magic & Kevin Durant’s Preferred Trade Destinations

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the OKC Thunder and Indiana Pacers from the Tipsy Tiki in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The guys break down SGA’s controversial clutch shot, the refereeing in Game 4 and the trends you need to look out for in Game 5 including 3-point shooting, the Thunder’s screening, the key player for the Pacers and more. Then, the guys break down the significance of Desmond Bane being traded from Memphis to Orlando and what it signifies going forward for both teams. Finally, the crew debates if Kevin Durant’s 3 preferred trade destinations will work for the Suns as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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4 DAYS AGO

NBA Finals Game 4 Reaction: Thunder Come Up Clutch

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Tim Bontemps to react live to Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. The guys talk some major adjustments from OKC, SGA’s clutch play down the stretch, if the Pacers missed an opportunity, if this series could go 7 and much more! Plus, a surprise appearance from ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins to break down what he expects from the rest of the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

37 min
5 DAYS AGO

NBA Finals Game 4 Preview + Knicks’ Crazy Coaching Search | The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the OKC Thunder and Indiana Pacers from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. The guys break down the Pacers’ ability to speed up the game, OKC looking exhausted late and some huge bench production from Indiana before talking what this means for the remainder of the series and how vital Game 4 will be for the Thunder. Then, the guys talk a New York Knicks’ coaching search filled with rejection so far including where it may go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

48 min
6 DAYS AGO

NBA Finals Game 3 Reaction: Pacers Make A Loud Statement

Brian Windhorst is joined by NBA champion Iman Shumpert to react live to Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. The guys talk the huge game from the Pacers’ bench, Haliburton stepping up, what went wrong for SGA, what adjustments the Thunder need to make, where the series goes from here and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

36 min
10 JUNE

NBA Finals Game 3 Preview + Giannis Trade Buzz & Garland Injury Update

Brian Windhorst is joined by Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Finals as the Indiana Pacers return home to face the Oklahoma City Thunder with the series tied 1-1. Plus, Giannis Antetokounmpo—despite swirling trade rumors, the Bucks star reaffirms his commitment to Milwaukee, is his future truly with the Bucks ? And we provide an update on Darius Garland’s injury status as the Cavaliers assess their offseason outlook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

51 min
9 JUNE

NBA Finals Game 2 Reaction: Thunder Bounce Back

Brian Windhorst is joined by NBA champion Iman Shumpert to react live to Game 2 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. The guys break down SGA’s huge game, the major impact of the OKC role players, Haliburton’s off night, where the series goes from here and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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6 days ago

Bbuttons23

Look forward to this podcast every week! What happened to the banned McMann song? That’s gotta come back! Also Shump needs to be a regular on this podcast he’s epic!
Number one NBA podcast

27 Apr

by 100% honesty

By far the best informative and analysed NBA talkshow that is fun and easy to listen to.
You’re not weird, Wendy.

28 Mar

Sz44

Windy is the best basketball reporter out there. His stories and summaries make him one of the easiest reporters to listen to. He’s also the kindest bloke in the industry. And no, you are not weird. LeBron is an inspiration on and off the court, but that comment was just plain mean!
Could be SO Good…

30 Mar

FlipperTC

…without Bontemps. We’ve got too many mental fringe dwellers who just yap out poorly thought opinions trying to get aggregated and attention. He’s not the worst but he’s why I can’t listen to this show anymore. Love the other guys but please Windy, cut the drag loose.