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

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 cases 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

Yesterday

49 MINS

49:24

Yesterday


#199

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


#198

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


#197

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


#196

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


#195

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


#194

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


#193

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


#192

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


#191

Our 4th Annual Friendsgiving

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon for our special Thanksgiving episode as the crew welcomes back former ESPN colleague and current Pelicans' sideline reporter Andrew Lopez to break down the state of the Pelicans & his love of Disney, NBC Sports broadcaster Noah Eagle & ESPN/Celtics broadcaster Drew Carter join to talk their shared Syracuse connection with our producer Jackson, ESPN’s Michael C. Wright to talk Thanksgiving meal prep & the Spurs hot streak, ESPN’s Kevin Pelton to break down his latest Western Conference tiers, ESPN’s Ryan Ruocco & Malika Andrews to discuss some wild behind the scenes stories in broadcasting, ESPN’s Bobby Marks on when the concerning struggles for the 76ers will reach a breaking point, ESPN’s Jorge Sedano to give us an incredible impression of a broadcasting icon, ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne to talk some interesting background on the Ball brothers with a surprise guest, ESPN’s Cassidy Hubbarth to share some of her recent acting work with two superstars and ESPN’s Dave McMenamin to talk the state of the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

27 Nov 2024

2 HR 50 MINS

2:50:49

27 Nov 2024


#190

Wolves Finding Chemistry, Should The Pelicans Move On From Zion?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the struggles for Minnesota to start the season on defense, if the latest end of game scenarios have been telling about the team, the Spurs showing they may have multiple building blocks for Wemby including Stephon Castle, how Isaiah Hartenstein’s return hugely helps an issue for the Thunder, the future for the Pelicans after a difficult start including if they should part ways with Zion and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

25 Nov 2024

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:54

25 Nov 2024


#189

Ranking The Best Cores In The NBA

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Bontemps’ article ranking each NBA team based on the strength of their core big 3 going forward. The crew debates who could move up, why teams like the Bucks & 76ers were difficult to rank, which teams are in the best position going forward and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

22 Nov 2024

40 MINS

40:41

22 Nov 2024


#188

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 injury and some dramatic 2K games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

20 Nov 2024

47 MINS

47:20

20 Nov 2024


#187

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


#186

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


#185

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


#184

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


#183

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


#182

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


#181

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