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.

1D AGO

The 2 way race for MVP between Jokic and SGA | Is OKC proving they are the best in the West ? | Can the Wolves sneak into the playoffs ?

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk about the series between the Denver Nuggets and the Oklahoma City Thunder. The serious issues the Dallas Mavericks are suffering because of injuries. The Permanent Substitution move to stop Nikola Jokic. The competition for MVP is a 2 way race. The guys discuss who has an edge. Plus we preview OKC vs Celtics. The chances of the Timberwolves to make the playoffs. And how the Miami Heat trading Jimmy Butler was a disaster for the Heat. Plus a new member to the hoop collective interrupts the show. 0:20 Intro 2:10 Dallas Mavericks personal issues 05:06 Nuggets vs Thunder rematch 06:32 The new member to the hoop collective interrupts the show. 8:50 The Race for MVP between Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 16:44 The Permanent Substitution move to stop Nikola Jokic. 22:11 Potential Finals Preview Celtics vs Thunder 34:14 can the Minnesota Timberwolves sneak into the playoffs ? 39:46 The struggles of the Miami Heat since the Jimmy Butler trade 46:30 What should the Bontemps Pigeon be named ? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

54 min
3D AGO

Celtics BIG WIN over Lakers | Thunder dominate the WEST | Brunson + Lebron injury reaction

Brian Windhorst, Tim Bontemps and Dave McMenamin discuss the Celtics victory over the Lakers on Saturday Night. Plus the dominating victory of the Oklahoma City Thunder over the Denver Nuggets. The Collective give us an update on Lebron James and Jalen Brunson's injury. Plus the “hottest” topic in the NBA: The meeting between Larry David and Dave McMenamin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 12m
6D AGO

The True Eastern Conference Contenders, Draft Lottery Updates & Memphis' Struggles

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to dish out the teams that truly have a chance to get to the NBA Finals from the Eastern Conference including if the Bucks have a chance to take down the Celtics or Cavs. Plus, an update on the NBA Draft Lottery standings and what to watch for as the season progresses. Then, the guys tackle the struggles for Memphis of late and what that means for the team going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 8m
MAR 5

A Historic Disaster For Dallas + Playoffs For Blazers? Suns’ Struggles

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the impact of Kyrie Irving’s injury in Dallas, why this season is one of the biggest disasters in NBA history for the Mavs, the Suns’ struggles including a major concern, if Portland can make the NBA Playoffs and if the Lakers can keep up this hot streak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

52 min
MAR 3

Denver A Threat To Boston? Cavs Are For Real

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the big matchup between Nuggets & Celtics, why Denver is not as much of threat to Boston this year, the Cavs’ huge win over the Celtics, the impact of Jalen Suggs’ injury on the Magic, Ant Edwards’ technical foul suspension and award ‘Cojones Factor Player of the Month’ for February. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 3m
FEB 28

The Definitive Western Conference Finals Contenders, Cavs-Celtics Battle & Legendary Sonny Vaccaro Stories

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to dish out the teams that truly have a chance to get to the NBA Finals from the Western Conference, break down an interesting statement from Gregg Popovich and preview a potentially telling matchup between the Cavs & Celtics. Then, renowned journalist & author Armen Keteyian joins to talk his new book 'Legends and Soles: The Memoir of an American Original' on the legendary Sonny Vaccaro including some wild stories about LeBron James, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 hr
FEB 26

Luka VS. Mavs Reaction, Nightmare For 76ers & Suns, History In Detroit

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Luka’s first matchup against the Mavs as a Laker, the 76ers’ season continuing to go downhill, why the future is a concern for the Suns, a historic turnaround for Detroit, a wild comeback for Minnesota over OKC and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

54 min
FEB 24

Knicks Not Contenders? Boston Turns It On & Luka Is Back

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Knicks’ struggles against some of the best teams in the league, the Celtics turning it on of late, the Mavs’ solid play, the Warriors improvement with Jimmy Butler Luka showing out versus Denver, what to expect from Mavs-Lakers and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Kyrie

Mar 6

Frieleaux

I must say I was not pleased with Kyrie’s behavior in Brooklyn, but you are correct when you observe how much he has grown in Dallas-very impressive. The way he honors Luka in a very delicate situation, excellent. I agree with the observations that the Mav’s leadership should try to keep him long term. That would be a smart move. Yes it may even attract other players who have tremendous respect for him.
Contentious

4d ago

KIMBERTHUG

Really bad mix of personalities. There’s one guy, Bontemps?, who is confrontational and defensive. It’s bizarre; he brings everything down. I enjoy Windhorst so I thought I’d give the podcast a try but he desperately needs to replace one of the guys.
Do y’all even like basketball???

5d ago

t.sr95

Been listening for awhile and Windy these dudes don’t sound like they like basketball. All these digs and slights on players. Go cover something else cause it’s clear you are hate watching these games. Bontemps, how many years did Nico said they had? You literally repeated 12 times in a 20 mins span. New material for the love of ducking god
Show losing fire

5d ago

Chuck Beck33

This show used to be a good listen but now it’s devolved into a hypercritical show where they constantly talk about only 3 realistic teams to win a title and everyone else stinks. These guys obviously hate their jobs and covering the league. They trash a lot of players and really only get excited when they talk about restaurants and their hotel accommodations.