Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective podcast

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

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

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

 

#200

Major Drama As 76ers Struggle, Bucks & Knicks Turning The Corner?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the continued drama with the struggling 76ers including Embiid & Maxey, if the Bucks & Knicks are starting to turn the corner, the Rockets’ ability to stay competitive, if Houston could be the next destination for a superstar, the Magic stacking wins despite Paolo’s injuries and some dramatic 2K games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

Yesterday

47 MINS

47:20

Yesterday


#199

Development Of Jokic & Wemby, Shocking Trades That Almost Happened, Brandin Podziemski Interview

Brian Windhorst is joined by several guests including current author and member of the Nuggets’ front office Mike Singer, Warriors' guard Brandin Podziemski and L'Equipe reporter Yann Ohnona from France. First, Brian & Mike talk Jokic’s rise and some shocking trades that almost happened in Denver. Then, Brian talks Golden State's strong start and adjusting to a new role with Brandin Podziemski. Finally, Brian & Yann discuss Victor Wembanyama’s youth development and some stories to highlight his personality that the greater public is yet to hear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

18 Nov 2024

1 HR 19 MINS

1:19:40

18 Nov 2024


#198

Is The Wolves-Knicks Trade Working? Plus, Concern After Embiid Return?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to measure where the Wolves-Knicks offseason trade involving Julius Randle, Karl-Anthony Town & Donte DiVincenzo stands at this point in the season including how both teams should feel about the state of their rosters. Plus, should there be concern about Joel Embiid & the 76ers after his return, if Luka Doncic & the Mavs clutch time numbers are an issue, the significance of Klay’s return game and some major NBA Cup takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

15 Nov 2024

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:20

15 Nov 2024


#197

Early Teams Who Could Look For Trades & Grading The Lakers’ Start

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Dave McMenamin and Kevin Pelton to break down the Lakers’ start to the season after a challenging road trip, an interesting decision made about Bronny James and an early checkup on NBA rookies. Plus, we talk some teams who could make a move at the deadline this season including the Pelicans, 76ers and Heat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Nov 2024

51 MINS

51:06

13 Nov 2024


#196

Panic Time For Bucks? Major Injuries Around The League

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the significance of a variety of injuries around the NBA, including another one for the Pelicans with Zion, more bad luck for Memphis, Durant’s injury after a fantastic start and some updates for the Pacers. Plus, the guys talk Klay’s upcoming return to Golden State, if it is time to panic about the Bucks and what to make of the Cavs’ historic start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

1 HR 06 MINS

1:06:49

11 Nov 2024


#195

CBA Good For League? Warriors Legitimate? 76ers' Struggles

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest CEO of Priority Sports Mark Bartelstein to talk the impact of the CBA on the league, working with NIL, negotiating with star players, NBA player development and more. Plus, the guys talk if the Warriors are a legit threat, Buddy Hield’s huge impact and how concerned the 76ers should be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Nov 2024

1 HR 14 MINS

1:14:20

08 Nov 2024


#194

Definitive Tatum & Kerr Conversation, Thunder Dominate, 76ers & Heat Struggle

Brian Windhorst is first joined by ESPN's Ramona Shelburne to talk the dynamic between Jayson Tatum & Steve Kerr ahead of the Warriors-Celtics matchup and the dominant start to the season for the Thunder. Then, ESPN’s Jorge Sedano joins to discuss Celtics’ head coach Joe Mazzulla’s interesting thoughts on Boston being hunted by the league this season before breaking down the struggles for the 76ers & Heat while the Suns begin to close games well.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Nov 2024

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:43

06 Nov 2024


#193

Embiid Reaction, Time For Concern For 76ers & Bucks? Ant Steps Up

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk an interesting weekend for the 76ers including Embiid’s altercation with a reporter. Plus, the guys break down the concerning struggles for the Bucks, a slow start for Tyrese Haliburton, the mounting injuries in New Orleans, Ant & Minnesota stepping up against Denver and the Cavs looking very strong.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

04 Nov 2024

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:25

04 Nov 2024


#192

Warriors & Suns Impress, Randle Set In Minnesota, Bronny Embraced In Cleveland

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks and Andscape's Marc J. Spears to talk the injured Warriors impressing, a slow start for Zion & the Pelicans, the Clippers’ narrow margins, the optimism around the Suns, a slow start for rookies, Cleveland embracing LeBron & Bronny, the Cavs early success and Julius Randle settling in with Minnesota.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

01 Nov 2024

46 MINS

46:28

01 Nov 2024


#191

Chet & Wemby: Revolutionary Big Men, Orlando’s Magical Start, Flow Issues For Knicks

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk how Wemby & Chet are continuing to revolutionize the role of the modern big man, Paolo’s massive step forward for the Magic, Boston’s elite shooting, the Cavs’ impressive play, the Knicks’ struggling to find an offensive flow and a slow start for the Pacers.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

30 Oct 2024

51 MINS

51:50

30 Oct 2024


#190

Lakers & Cavs Impressing Early, Major Issues For Bucks & Nuggets

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk their reaction to Dwyane Wade’s statue, the significance of the Lakers’ undefeated start, how concerning the flaws are on the Bucks and Nuggets, the Cavs impressing and why the Thunder may have the best defense in the league.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

48 MINS

48:46

28 Oct 2024


#189

Concern For Knicks & Embiid’s Health, Cavs & Celtics Statement Start

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Brian’s experience with ‘The Wall’ at the Intuit Dome, if we should be concerned about the Knicks’ defense, why the Celtics are the clearcut title favorites, the investigation into Embiid sitting out, Mobley making a statement with a special Cavs Corner to start the season, the Warriors’ interesting approach to their lineup and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

25 Oct 2024

55 MINS

55:24

25 Oct 2024


#188

Big Extension Deals, Embiid Out, Bronny's Historic Debut Reaction

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks to talk some of the most notable extensions that were done and not done this week before talking if we should be concerned about Embiid & the 76ers with him not being ready to start the season, how long it may take for the Knicks to gel, a special moment for the James family and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

23 Oct 2024

48 MINS

48:55

23 Oct 2024


#187

Preseason NBA Awards Predictions

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss who will win the major awards in the NBA including MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year and more!. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

21 Oct 2024

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:18

21 Oct 2024


#186

Who Has The Most To Prove In The NBA? + Lonzo’s Miraculous Return & Hartenstein Injury Impact

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Sabrina Ionescu’s incredible shot in the WNBA Finals & the success of her shoes across the basketball world before diving into players with something to prove this season including Lonzo Ball’s miraculous return to the sport, Jamal Murray & Paul George after signing big contracts, Julius Randle in Minnesota after an injury shortened season in New York and LaMelo Ball looking to show he can be a franchise player. Plus, we break down the impact of Hartenstein’s injury on the Thunder, Wembanyama’s trash talking and MacMahon’s experience at the Intuit Dome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

18 Oct 2024

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:03

18 Oct 2024


#185

Extension Watch, Importance Of Murray To Denver, Big Trades That Never Happened

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Shams Charania and Ramona Shelburne to welcome Shams to the Hoop Collective family, talk some of the biggest trades that never happened, his journey to ESPN and some contract extensions to watch in the coming days. Plus, the significance of Jamal Murray for Denver this season, if Westbrook can help the Nuggets, how the Thunder are still managing to keep a low profile and some potential pieces who could contribute to the Suns in a major way this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Oct 2024

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:07

16 Oct 2024


#184

How Will The 76ers Manage Embiid + People Who Will Define This NBA Season

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk how the 76ers will manage Joel Embiid’s playing time this season and the expectations in Philadelphia before talking an interesting reunion on the court for Doc Rivers and JJ Redick. Plus, we break down the people who will define this NBA season and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Oct 2024

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:30

14 Oct 2024


#183

Young Talent Ready For A Major Leap This Season?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down some of the young talent around the league that could be set for breakout seasons including Victor Wembanyama with the addition of Chris Paul, Jalen Williams as the 2nd star in OKC, the youth movement in Houston that could have a major move on the horizon and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Oct 2024

59 MINS

59:03

11 Oct 2024


#182

Major Preseason Debuts & Boston Highlights Concern In Denver

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the significance of the preseason debuts for KAT in New York, DiVincenzo in Minnesota, Bronny James Jr. in LA and more! Plus, why championship contenders in Boston & Denver showed the key feature that will separate them this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Oct 2024

42 MINS

42:31

08 Oct 2024


#181

Joel Embiid, Jimmy Butler, Luka Doncic and Early Training Camp Questions Around the League!

Brian Windhorst, Tim MacMahon, and Tim Bontemps check-in from with the early training camp coverage of the Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat, Memphis Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. 1:35 Can Joel Embiid and Paul George lead the 76ers to the Finals? 11:30 Is this the end of the Jimmy Butler Era in Miami? 21:20 Can Memphis compete in the West? 27:50 Are the Pelicans a serious contender? 34:51 Can Dallas repeat last year's success? 39:10 Do the Cavs pieces fit together? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

04 Oct 2024

58 MINS

58:14

04 Oct 2024