Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to get their immediate reactions to Damian Lillard getting traded to the Bucks in a 3 team deal with Portland & Phoenix including the winners & losers of the deal, if the Blazers will be trading Jrue Holiday again soon, if this deal will produce a title and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss their breakout and bust teams for the 2023-2024 NBA season. The guys tackle who will be this years Sacremento Kings and who will be this years Mavs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton and King McClure break down what we can expect from some of the top rookies in the NBA this season including the generational talent that is Victor Wembanyama, to Scoot Henderson's start in Portland, some players outside the lottery with huge potential and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to run through their biggest questions heading into NBA Media Days including the impact of Giannis' comments, the latest on Dame and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks and Ohm Youngmisuk to break down what you need to know about the NBA's ‘Players Participation Policy' including what teams it might impact the most this season before talking the Clippers' extension talks with their stars. Then, we discuss the reports that the Rockets are looking to trade Kevin Porter Jr. following his arrest on felony assault and strangulation charges in Manhattan on Monday. Plus, reaction to Ohm's interview with Draymond Green. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to recap the end of the 2023 FIBA World Cup including an incredibly disappointing ending for Team USA and defensive struggles for the team before talking Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's impressive tournament for Canada and Dillon Brooks' victory lap. Plus, Germany uses a proven model to win the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the latest reporting on James Harden including Harden's response, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander outplaying Luka Doncic in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, how Luka needs to improve, Team USA's matchups as they look to reclaim the title and the Lakers' signing Christian Wood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss Team USA's first loss of the World Cup, what Lithuania did well and what the bracket looks like for Team USA going forward. Plus, how formidable Canada can be, what Luka can do for Slovenia, other contenders and the best story of the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss Team USA's continued success at the World Cup including looking ahead at how their tournament shakes out and some intelligent adjustments the team is making. Plus, some fascinating matchups ahead for Luka and others in the World Cup. Then, the guys talk Ben Simmons' interesting interview with Andscape's Marc J. Spears before talking the referee retirement situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to update us on everything going on around the World Cup including some major upsets, Canada potentially breaking out, the USA starting slow and what teams are separating themselves. Then, the guys break down Giannis' fascinating comments in the New York Times including what it may mean for his future with the Bucks and the interesting timing of it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the latest from James Harden including what is best for him and the strategy going forward for all parties involved. Then, we preview everything you need to know about the 2023 FIBA World Cup including who could challenge Team USA, what the toughest groups are, if this is Canada's chance, the excitement in the Philippines and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Team USA's comeback win in their final exhibition prior to the World Cup including a massive performance by Anthony Edwards before talking a historic win for the Bahamas with strong performances from Deandre Ayton, Eric Gordon and Buddy Hield. Plus, what key friendships are forming among Team USA and why we will see many stars playing in the Paris Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the NBA schedule release including the most interesting matchups and trends before talking the latest from Team USA and the James Harden situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the latest reports on the James Harden situation in Philadelphia including how Daryl Morey will manage Harden for the season, if Harden would show up to play, where the leverage stands and what this could mean for the 76ers. Then, the guys talk Team USA's successful exhibition tour in Spain and preview their potential matchups in the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by Sports Agent Mark Termini to discuss his new book Words To Negotiate By, the strategy behind negotiating NBA deals, not being afraid to set a precedent, navigating holdouts with your client, earning bigger deals and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Cade Cunningham's impressive performances with the Team USA select team, Jalen Brunson taking a leadership role with Team USA's World Cup team, the future roster construction for USA Basketball heading into next year's Paris Olympics, the significance of Anthony Davis' contract extension with the Lakers and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the start of Team USA camp, reminisce about previous Team USA camps, talk how this could be a springboard to stardom for one player, get some contract extension reaction and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the most interesting players who will be extension eligible in the near future including a Lakers' star, an Eastern Conference star on a title contender, some teams with no direction and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the both the Eastern and Western Conferences into tiers based on who will contend, who will be draft lottery bound and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the biggest winners and losers of the NBA offseason so far including a team that needs to keep their star happy, why the Raptors continue to confuse, teams taking some big risks and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk LeBron coming back for another season, what the Lakers could be this season, Mat Ishbia's plan for the future of the Suns, if Phoenix can manage their injuries and the biggest takeaways from Adam Silver's press conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Andrew Lopez to react to Victor Wembanyama's start to his NBA career including one of his most unique qualities as a rookie. Plus, what has this summer meant for the future of Zion in New Orleans and if he could have a major bounce back season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon from NBA Summer League in Vegas to react to Victor Wembanyama's debut games and other Summer League standouts including Jabari Smith Jr. before talking some of the more fascinating contracts, now that deal details are official. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Grant Williams being traded to Dallas, how he fits with Luka and the plan for the Celtics going forward. Then, the guys talk NBA Summer League including the excitement in OKC and Wembanyama's upcoming debut before previewing the new NBA In-Season Tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the news that Dame Lillard has requested a trade from Portland, how he fits on different teams and who he could turn into a title contender. Plus, the guys talk how the Suns have filled out their roster with minimum contracts and if Denver needs to be doing more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the first day of NBA free agency including a huge contract for Fred VanVleet, why he is a perfect fit for Houston, the significance of Kyrie returning to Dallas for the Mavs, how much better the Lakers got, some puzzling moves around the league and more! Plus, what player yet to be signed may have the biggest impact on the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the idea of another James Harden trade including the best landing spots and what the 76ers could get out of this. Plus, the guys talk if Kyrie could create a disaster scenario for Dallas, some intriguing extensions that could have huge influences on free agency and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks and Ohm Youngmisuk to break down two pivotal offseasons upcoming in Los Angeles including if the Clippers will push forward with Paul George & Kawhi Leonard as their core and if the Lakers will be able to retain key role players from this year's team. Plus, what trades could be on the horizon and will the Celtics extend their new key player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Naz Reid's new deal with Minnesota and what this means for the Timberwolves in the near future before diving into the non-superstar players who could have a major impact on free agency this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to everything from the 2023 NBA Draft including the big Wizards-Warriors trade swapping Chris Paul & Jordan Poole, Boston's culture changing trade involving Marcus Smart, their favorite draft picks and some interesting draft day moves that could be the sign of something big to come. 1:00 Chris Paul traded to Warriors 12:00 Washington getting too much hate for trades 18:00 Memphis gets Marcus Smart 20:00 Celtics side of trade getting Porzingis 24:45 Who does this trade make more sense for? 30:35 What do Portland's draft decisions mean for Dame?  34:55 Brandon Miller pick thoughts 37:45 Top Draft Takeaways 42:00 What to make of Dallas' moves 50:40 OKC taking on Bertans to get their guy 53:40 What is going on in Sacramento? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton, Kirk Goldsberry, King McClure, Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III and host Christine Williamson to give live reaction to every pick and trade from the 2023 NBA Draft.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest 12-time All-Star guard Chris Paul to talk his recent trade, his NBA future, his vetoed Lakers trade years ago, the best team he played on, what his draft experience was like his time as president of the Players Association and his new book. Then, ESPN's Jeremy Woo helps to the 2023 NBA Draft including what Portland may do, the confusion in Charlotte, some potential draft day steals, potential trades, key late round prospects and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Bradley Beal trade including what this means for the Suns going forward, how Phoenix can build around their stars, what the rebuild could look like in Washington, where Chris Paul will play this coming season and when will we learn more about Dame Lillard's future. Plus, the guys break down what Ja Morant's suspension means for the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanović to talk the reaction to Jokic winning the NBA Finals in Serbia, what he was like as a young player, what Jokic was doing during his draft year, his unique skillset and the future for the Hawks. Then, our guys break down some big trade rumors surrounding key stars including Bradley Beal, Zion Williamson and Dame Lillard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to recap a chaotic 2022-2023 NBA season including the Nuggets winning it all, a historic run from Jokic, the future of team building in the NBA under the new CBA, what we can expect from Denver going forward and some of the wildest moments from the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special NBA Finals episode of the Lowe Post x Hoop Collective podcast, Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst recap the deciding Game 5 of the NBA Finals matchup as the Denver Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat to become 2023 NBA Champions. They discuss the Nuggets' journey to the NBA Finals and key moments from a tight game. Plus, they discuss what moves both teams will make during the off-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest, new Philadelphia 76ers' head coach, Nick Nurse to talk his future plans in Philly, meeting all of the players, how close he thinks the team is to winning it all, how to keep a team hungry up 3-1 in the Finals, some wild backstory to his title in Toronto, what makes Jokic & Murray so special together and how Denver can be great for years to come. Plus, his plans for how to build in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special NBA Finals episode of the Hoop Collective podcast, Brian Windhorst is joined by Michael Wilbon to recap Game 4 of the NBA Finals matchup as the Denver Nuggets dominate Heat in Game 4 to go up (3-1). They discuss the Nugget's team chemistry, which is getting stronger game by game, and how Jimmy Butler and the Heat are running out of gas. Plus, predictions for Game 5 on Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy to talk his resemblance to Walker Kessler, the Jazz exceeding expectations, what he does before games as a head coach, his very unique experience at the Olympics, how the Nuggets have given hope to other smaller market teams, Michael Malone's adjustment strategy, what to expect in Game 4, the respect around the league for Spo and how these Finals have demonstrated the importance of being a team. Plus, reaction to the Chris Paul news and what his future holds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special NBA Finals episode of the Hoop Collective podcast, Brian Windhorst is joined by Jalen Rose to recap Game 3 of the NBA Finals matchup as the Denver Nuggets won to go up (2-1) on the Miami Heat. They discuss Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray becoming the first teammates in NBA Finals history to both record triple-doubles and the vigorous defense by the Nuggets that never let Miami lead in the second half. Plus, predictions for Game 4 on Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest Philadelphia 76ers' forward Georges Niang to talk the relentlessness of the Heat, Miami's shooting capabilities, his friendship with Duncan Robinson, how Denver handled the final possession of Game 2, what adjustments we may see from the Nuggets, how the Heat could potentially integrate Tyler Herro back into the rotation and Niang's thoughts on the 76ers' hiring Nick Nurse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special NBA Finals episode of the Lowe Post x Hoop Collective podcast, Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst recap Game 2 of the NBA Finals matchup as the Miami Heat even up the series with the Denver Nuggets (1-1). They discuss the Heat's vital plays in the 4th quarter to walk away with the victory, and a possible Tyler Herro return in the series. Plus, they examine the Suns hiring Frank Vogel as head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest, Former Bucks Owner, Marc Lasry to talk the struggles with building title contenders in small markets, how rewarding it is to build a homegrown team, the process of changing coaches, how Giannis has stayed down to earth and who the new labor agreement will favor more. Plus, the guys preview Game 2 of the NBA Finals and assess the Suns hiring Frank Vogel and the Pistons hiring Monty Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special NBA Finals episode of the Lowe Post x Hoop Collective podcast, Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals matchup as the Denver Nuggets go up (1-0) against the Miami Heat. They discuss the size mismatches that surfaced with the Nuggets' offense against the Heat's defense, the modest performance of Jimmy Butler, and how the Heat can rebound in Game 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest, NBA Coach of the Year for the Kings, Mike Brown to preview the NBA Finals, break down the Heat's zone, talk how to deal with Jokic, his experiences in the Finals, coaching one of LeBron's all-time performances, the Kings' historic season and lessons he has learned over the years. Plus, what does the future hold for the Warriors after GM Bob Myers stepped down and will the Knicks continue to be patient? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Heat dismantling the Celtics in Game 7, how Miami was able to rebound after a crushing loss in Game 6, Caleb Martin's outrageous play, if Martin should have won Conference Finals MVP over Butler, Jaylen Brown's struggles, Tatum's ankle injury, what the Celtics need to get to the Finals and what their future holds. Plus, was Nick Nurse a good hire for the 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Boston's insane Game 6 win in Miami, Derrick White's incredible heads up play, why the Celtics' challenge was incredibly significant, the Heat missing out on a massive opportunity, how quiet the Miami locker room was, the Boston reaction in the end of the game, what the next 48 hours looks like for both teams and what to expect in Game 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Celtics officially making this a series again, Joe Mazzulla deserving credit for his adjustments, why Boston's shooting percentages are so important, how Miami can tweak their lineup and if they believe the Celtics can come all the way back. Plus, the coaching carousel is starting to power up and what lottery picks may be on the trading block.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to talk Boston showing some fight, the Celtics key shooting stat, Jimmy Butler's confidence level, what path to victory Boston fans can hope for, LeBron's interesting end of season press conference, the future for the Lakers, the nuggets incredibly impressive play and how formidable they are going forward.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Mina Kimes and Domonique Foxworth to react to the Denver Nuggets completing the sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals and what is ahead for LeBron and the Lakers during this offseason. Plus, predictions for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Heat and Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to a historically big blowout in Game 3 in Miami, why the Heat look so great right now, what has gone wrong with the Celtics, if Joe Mazzulla could be out of Boston if they don't turn this around, the future of the Celtics core and the perfect balance of Miami's attack. Plus, a preview of the potential Finals matchup between Miami & Denver.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices