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

Disaster Brewing For 76ers? Jimmy Butler Returns, Hawks A Tough Out?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss if a disaster is brewing for the 76ers this season including where Philly goes from here before talking Devin Booker and the Suns taking a step forward. Plus, the latest on Jimmy Butler’s return including what may be the next steps for him with the Heat and why the Hawks could be a tough out in the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

Yesterday

55 MINS

55:28

Yesterday


#199

SGA & Thunder Make A Statement, How A Suspension Created ‘A Nicer Draymond’

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Thunder thrashing the Cavs in a rematch in OKC including SGA’s outstanding performance and if this game highlighted some flaws for Cleveland. Plus, ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk joins to discuss his fascinating sit down with Draymond Green regarding his change in approach to mental health and Steph Curry clarifying his comments on the future of the Warriors franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

17 Jan 2025

58 MINS

58:23

17 Jan 2025


#198

Curry's Telling Quotes On Warriors' Future, Detroit & Houston Ahead Of Schedule

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Steph Curry’s interesting comments about the future of Golden State, the Rockets being ahead of schedule, the incredible improvement in Detroit, the plan for the Clippers going forward, the struggles for the Lakers and the latest on the Jimmy Butler drama with the Heat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

15 Jan 2025

54 MINS

54:03

15 Jan 2025


#197

Two Hottest Teams & The Best Contracts In The NBA

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk some wild Wizards stats, the two hottest teams in the NBA right now, the end of the Cavs’ streak and the latest drama from Zion in New Orleans. Plus, Bontemps breaks down the best contracts in the NBA by assembling the ultimate team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Jan 2025

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:19

13 Jan 2025


#196

Thunder-Cavs Lives Up To Hype, Our All-Star Selection Outlook

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to recap the historic Thunder-Cavs matchup that lived up to all of the hype including how both teams came away winners, what this means for the game as a whole and who should be the title favorite. Plus, who is currently deserving of being selected to the All-Star team in each conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Jan 2025

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:54

10 Jan 2025


#195

Beal's Future With Suns, Kings & Pistons Heat Up

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk a ‘Cardinal Rule’ in the NBA that applies to Bradley Beal & the Suns, the injuries running through the Dallas Mavericks, the Kings & Pistons catching fire of late including what they are doing right. Plus, the guys preview a huge matchup between the Thunder & Cavs before talking the return of Zion Williamson for New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Jan 2025

55 MINS

55:44

08 Jan 2025


#194

Jimmy Butler’s Future In Miami, Thunder Make Statement VS. Boston, Wemby Shows Out

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon as well as special guest & friend of the pod ‘Superlawyer’ Alex Spiro to discuss the Thunder’s statement win over the Celtics including if Boston is relying on the 3-point line too much and why OKC matches up well with the Celtics. Plus, we break down what is going on with Jimmy Butler in Miami and what we can expect from Pat Riley & the Heat in response. Finally, the crew reacts to a wild set of battles between Nikola Jokić and Victor Wembanyama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Jan 2025

1 HR 12 MINS

1:12:09

06 Jan 2025


#193

The Hoop Collective: Are the CAVS the best team in the NBA ? Plus the Knicks stay hot

Brian Windhorst is joined by Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk about if the Cleveland Cavaliers are real contenders and they preview their match up against the Oklahoma City Thunder.  Plus they break down the New York Knicks Hot streak in the last 10 games. They discuss the results of the first round NBA All Star voting. Sacramento Kings fall out. And TIm MacMahon gives out the cojones award for clutch player of the month of December. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Jan 2025

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:16

03 Jan 2025


#192

The Hoop Collective reveals the best basketball Players at every Age group

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the best basketball players at each age level. From 17 years old to, the only 40-year old player in the NBA LeBron James. 2:12 Cameron Boozer (17) 5:52 Cooper Flag (18) 8:32 V. J. Edgecombe (19) 10:33 Victor Wembanyama (20) 12:00 Dyson Daniels (21) 18:30 Paolo Banchero (22) 19:36 Anthony Edwards (23) 25:39 Tyrese Haliburton (24) 28:51 Luka Dončić (25) 29:39 Shai Alexander (26) 32:35 Bam Adebayo (27) 34:53 Jalen Brunson (28) 38:20 Nikola Jokic (29) 39:25 Giannis Antetokounmpo (30) 41:05 Anthony Davis (31) 42:00 Kyrie Irving (32) 43:05 Khris Middleton (33) 44:45 Damian Lillard (34) 46:40 Jimmy Butler (35) 47:12 Kevin Durant or Steph Curry (36) 51:15 Mike Conley Jr. (37), Al Horford (38), Chris Paul (39), Lebron James (40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

30 Dec 2024

58 MINS

58:34

30 Dec 2024


#191

Recapping Christmas day storylines: Luka goes down, Celtics on the low, Lakers on the rise ?

On today's episode Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the Christmas day games. MacMahon gives us some insider information on Luka Doncic’s status and how long he could be out. Should the Celtics be worried ? Are the Lakers building momentum and the latest on Jimmy Butler and De’Aaron Fox trades Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

27 Dec 2024

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:49

27 Dec 2024


#190

The 2024 Baller d'Or: Who Had The Best Calendar Year In Basketball?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to give out their Baller d'Or nominations for the calendar year, the award for the best basketball player, before voting on who earned the title this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

23 Dec 2024

55 MINS

55:55

23 Dec 2024


#189

1st Bontemps MVP Straw Poll: Who Has The Best Case?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Bontemps’ 1st MVP Straw Poll of the season including if Jokic can win again, who has the best case as the season progresses, if the NBA Cup Final swayed voters at the last minute and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

20 Dec 2024

49 MINS

49:24

20 Dec 2024


#188

NBA Cup, All-Star Game & More Future Potential NBA Changes…Plus, Are The Bucks Back?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon along with special guest writer & host for such shows as ‘SIX TROPHIES’ Jason Concepcion to talk the Bucks dominating the Thunder to win the NBA Cup, if Milwaukee is back as a threat in the East and how concerning the Thunder’s offensive struggles can be. Then, the crew dives into potential improvements for the NBA Cup, the All-Star game and more after NBA commissioner Adam Silver’s latest comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

18 Dec 2024

53 MINS

53:54

18 Dec 2024


#187

NBA Cup Final Preview, Schroder Trade Reaction & Jimmy Butler Trade Rumors

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the finals matchup for the NBA Cup between Milwaukee and Oklahoma City including how the Thunder are putting the league on notice before talking about potential trades for the Warriors after the Dennis Schröder deal and if there are any moves to be made involving Jimmy Butler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Dec 2024

57 MINS

57:31

16 Dec 2024


#186

Norman Powell Joins To Talk Kobe’s Influence, Work Ethic & A Crazy Preseason + A Day in The Life Of ...

Brian Windhorst is joined by Clippers’ guard Norman Powell to discuss Kobe’s legacy around the league, his crazy offseason workout program and capitalizing on opportunities. Then, NBA Officials James Capers & Tyler Ford join the show to talk about a day in the life of an NBA referee and the challenges of the job before a surprise guest joins to ask the refs some important questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Dec 2024

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:17

13 Dec 2024


#185

NBA Cup Reaction: Thunder Make Statement, Bucks Stabilizing?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Jamal Collier to react to the NBA Cup quarterfinal matchups including the Thunder making a needed statement against the Mavs and the Bucks downing the Magic while showing some concerning moments on defense. Plus, the crew previews the big battles between the Hawks & Knicks and the Warriors & Rockets including which teams have the most to prove. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

11 Dec 2024

49 MINS

49:00

11 Dec 2024


#184

Embiid Returns But Knee Issues A Major Concern? Memphis A Contender? Trade Challenges

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Joel Embiid’s return for the 76ers, the concern surrounding his lingering knee soreness, why the CBA will make trades difficult, the Bucks finding a new rhythm, Memphis using great depth to win games, Ja Morant’s comments on dunking, some key injury updates and Luka returning to MVP form for Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

09 Dec 2024

54 MINS

54:16

09 Dec 2024


#183

2024-25 Small Sample-Size Theater

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton and Chris Herring to talk ‘Small Sample-Size Theater’ with the trends of the NBA season so far, including the increase in 3-point attempts around the league, the Lakers’ struggles, the Knicks’ league best offense, the Wizards’ historically bad start, the imbalance between the Eastern & Western Conferences, if the Bucks are righting the ship and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Dec 2024

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:58

06 Dec 2024


#182

Top 25 Players Under 25 & Concern For Struggling Lakers

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the ‘Top 25 Players Under 25’ list from espn.com including how many players from Houston were featured on the list, why the Magic’s young core is mirroring a championship team and who is falling down this list at an alarming rate. Plus, what is going wrong with the struggling Lakers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

04 Dec 2024

54 MINS

54:44

04 Dec 2024


#181

Who Will Advance In The NBA Cup? The Next Steps For Knicks & Mavs

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to make sense of the latest NBA Cup standings including what each team needs to do to advance. Then, the crew talks what Bridges & the Knicks need to do to get consistent results, the impressive streak for the Magic despite missing Paolo, Giannis’ insane level of play and Luka’s return for the Mavs. Plus, the ‘Cojones Factor Player Of The Month’ is awarded. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Dec 2024

52 MINS

52:20

02 Dec 2024