Hits and Hoops

Dixon Luna & Tyler McConnell
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Welcome aboard as we venture off into the realms of the NFL and NBA with the most professional non-professionals in the space, with Co Hosts Dixon Luna, Conner Gaffney and Tyler McConnell. This is Hits and Hoops

  1. Jun 6

    Ep 65 | Will Knicks SWEEP Spurs?! + Aaron Donald Joining Myles Garrett

    In Episode 65 of Hits & Hoops, Dixon, Tyler, and Conner break down the championship matchup between Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks and Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs. We discuss the biggest matchups, X-factors, coaching advantages, Finals MVP candidates, and make our official predictions for who will be raising the Larry O'Brien Trophy. We also dive into one of the most chaotic NFL offseasons in recent memory. From the Myles Garrett situation and blockbuster trade rumors to A.J. Brown's future with the Eagles, we discuss the moves, storylines, and teams that have completely reshaped the NFL landscape heading into the 2026 season.

    59 min

  2. May 20

    Ep 64 | The Greatest Game 1 in NBA History | Hits & Hoops Ep. 64

    On this episode of Hits & Hoops, Conner, Dixon, and Tyler react to two absolutely INSANE NBA Conference Finals Game 1 matchups. The guys break down the San Antonio Spurs stealing Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder and debate whether OKC is officially in trouble. Then they dive into the New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers thriller that instantly entered the conversation for one of the greatest Game 1s in NBA playoff history. From clutch performances and coaching decisions to overreactions, hot takes, and playoff chaos — this episode has everything basketball fans need right now.

    28 min

  3. May 17

    Ep 63 | The Diana Russini Files

    On Episode 63 of Hits & Hoops, Tyler, Conner, and Dixon dive headfirst into the biggest sports and internet controversies blowing up the net. The crew reacts to the Diana Russini & Mike Vrabel scandal rumors shaking up the NFL world, breaks down the viral internet frenzy surrounding Paige Bueckers and her #1 overall pick girlfriend, and debates the wild conspiracy claims that Jaden Ivey was “blackballed” by the NBA because of his outspoken Christianity. Plus, YouTube hooper Nasir Core enters the conversation as the guys discuss whether elite creators and streetball stars could actually compete with NBA talent. Sports takes, hot debates, wild theories, and hilarious moments all in one episode, this one gets SPICY.

    45 min

  4. May 2

    Ep 62 | NBA 1st Round Recap + a Deeper Look at the NFL Draft

    On this episode of Hits & Hoops, the gang is back as we break down the highs and surprises from the NBA first-round playoffs, from King James still doing it in his 40's, to the Knick's secret issue, to the Timberwolves bullying the Nuggets. Then, we shift into a real, unfiltered convo about the NFL Draft, hitting on the biggest picks, steals, and moves that could shape the season ahead.

    1h 5m

  5. Apr 4

    Ep 61 | Everything You Missed this NBA Season

    The 2025–26 NBA season is coming to an end, and on Episode 61 of Hits & Hoops, Dixon, Tyler and Conner break down the biggest storylines of the season.  We talk about how LaMelo Ball and the Hornets have been the most exciting team in the league, Jaylen Brown carrying the Celtics, and why the Heat and Knicks feel stuck in the middle. We also get into the Spurs and how Wemby is already taking over the league, plus the potential of the Luka Dončić and LeBron James duo in Los Angeles. We wrap it up with a look at the Rookie of the Year race and the young players who made the biggest impact this season. If you missed out on games or strictly watch clips, we got you covered on everything you missed this NBA season.

    1h 7m

  6. Mar 14

    Ep 60 | NFL Offseason EXPLODES - Maxx Crosby Deal, the end of the Tua Era and Bam's 83

    The fellas kick off the episode with a huge announcement, the first official appearance of our newest member Conner! Then we dive into the NFL offseason chaos starting with the back and forth chaos with Maxx Crosby and what it means for the league moving forward. We also reflect on the end of Tua's are in Miami and what his time there meant. From blockbuster trades to major signings, the crew breaks down the chaos by grading every major move of the NFL offseason, analyzing which teams are winning free agency and which franchises may already be falling behind. On the NBA side, the guys react to Bam Adebayo’s historic and controversial 83-point performance, debating whether it was truly legendary or if the moment deserves an asterisk.

    1h 43m

  7. Feb 6

    Ep 59 | The Sam Darnold Redemption Story + Favorite Superbowl Moments

    Episode 59 of Hits and Hoops is a special one as Conner hops on to talk all things Super Bowl 60, breaking down Seahawks vs. Patriots with predictions, key matchups, and a few hot takes along the way. We also get into Sam Darnold’s career arc, how he went from seeing ghosts to leading a Super Bowl team, and what this run really says about him as a HUMAN. To close it out, we kick back and share our favorite Super Bowl moments of all time, from legendary plays to unforgettable memories that made us fall in love with football in the first place.

    1h 18m

  8. Jan 22

    Ep 58 | Could the Broncos Really Pull It Off?

    On Episode 58 of Hits & Hoops, Conner joins the show to break down the NFL Divisional Round, focusing on what actually translated to winning and what could become a problem moving forward. We dig into performances, coaching decisions, and momentum heading into the AFC and NFC Conference Championships, along with clear-cut predictions. We close the episode with reactions to the College Football National Championship between Indiana and Miami, breaking down how the game played out, the moments that swung the result, and what it means for both programs moving forward.

    1h 5m
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Welcome aboard as we venture off into the realms of the NFL and NBA with the most professional non-professionals in the space, with Co Hosts Dixon Luna, Conner Gaffney and Tyler McConnell. This is Hits and Hoops

Information

  • Creator
    Dixon Luna & Tyler McConnell
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Hits and Hoops
  • Show Website
    Hits and Hoops

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