From the Lakers and the Clippers in the NBA, to UCLA and USC in the NCAA, Hosts Eric Pincus and Josh Martin take an in-depth look at basketball around the city of Los Angeles.
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In a special Hollywood Hoops episode, Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the NBA's agreed-to return for the 2020-21 season, its impact on the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers, and a big announcement for the future of the show.
Hollywood Hoops' Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the future of Rajon Rondo. The Los Angeles Clippers need a point guard, but they're unlikely to pull Rondo away from the LA Lakers. Also, the NBA may be nearing a return agreement, hopefully.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the NBA's potential return by Christmas. Is that enough time for the league, especially the teams who advanced deep into the playoffs? Also, thoughts on the Clippers bringing on Tyronn Lue.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the theoretical possibility of Chris Paul to the Los Angeles Lakers via trade from the Oklahoma City Thunder and why it may actually make a lot of sense.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' 17th NBA title and what that championship means to the franchise.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the NBA Finals Game 4 in which the Los Angeles Lakers climbed to within one win of the franchise's 17th title. What adjustments can they make to defend their 3-1 advantage over the Miami Heat to close out the series?
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the upcoming NBA Finals, where the Los Angeles Lakers have a sizable advantage over the Miami Heat. Also, Doc Rivers out with the L.A. Clippers
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 3 loss to the Denver Nuggets. Should the Lakers be worried going in to Game 4, despite their 2-1 advantage?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the Los Angeles Clippers' second-round collapse against the Denver Nuggets. How do the L.A. Lakers match up against Denver in the Western Conference Finals?
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' first-round series against the Houston Rockets, and why Rajon Rondo is so important in LA's attack on both sides of the court. Also, the Los Angeles Clippers have the upper hand vs. the Denver Nuggets.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the recent NBA players' strike that delayed playoff games and brought attention to the fight for equality in society. The players need more than just financial support from their partnering team owners. Also, better matchups for the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers in the second round.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' resurgence after a subpar game one, going up 3-1 over the Portland Trail Blazers. How do they stack up with the Houston Rockets and/or Oklahoma City Thunder in Round 2? The LA Clippers continue on against the Dallas Mavericks.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the first round of the NBA playoffs. Both the Los Angeles Lakers and LA Clippers draw challenging but generally favorable matchups against the Portland Trail Blazers and Dallas Mavericks, respectively.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the struggles of the Los Angeles Lakers and LA Clippers in the NBA bubble. Should either team be concerned as the playoffs near?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' clinching of the best record in the Western Conference. While it's significant to the team, after years of struggle, they still have a lot to accomplish in the postseason.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the Orlando scrimmage games, which are coming to a close ahead of the NBA's official restart. The Los Angeles Lakers look very deep. The LA Clippers still looking to build chemistry.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the initial success of the NBA's bubble in Orlando. Game are imminent without incident, so far. Hoping for the best...
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the NBA's upcoming precarious return and how the Los Angeles Lakers might fare without Rajon Rondo, who is out with a hand injury. Does the team have enough ball handling on the roster?
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss Dwight Howard's decision to rejoin the Los Angeles Lakers in Orlando when the NBA restarts. Howard may be the team's third-most important player.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the upcoming seeding games, once the NBA resumes in Orlando, late July. What should we expect from the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the NBA's imminent return, the rules and its one glaring vulnerability,
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the NBA's planned restart in Orlando. What are the protocols, the ramifications and the impact on the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the recent events in America, the need for change and how to support the black community with special guest Chris Palmer.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus are joined by artist Saint Cassius who talks about his new track "Robert Horry Freestyle," John Starks, creativity and the NBA. Also, if and when the league returns, what format should they use to determine the postseason?
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss The Last Dance and the differences between Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. Is there a distinction between the "best" and the "greatest?"
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss Michael Jordan, the Last Dance and the potential return of NBA game. The league needs to restart to avoid a potential lockout.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss Kobe Bryant's appearance on The Last Dance, and how Bryant learned from Michael Jordan but also shared generously with the next generation. Also, NBA status update on the long hiatus.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson and the Last Dance, along with the Los Angeles Lakers' recent financial misstep. Meanwhile, the team is making preparations for an eventual return to basketball.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss ESPN's "The Last Dance" and Michael Jordan's impact on the league, including the Los Angeles Lakers who have benefited since with Kobe Bryant and now LeBron James. Also, the NBA and players union reach a compromise but next year's salary cap still in jeopardy.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the anniversary of Kobe Bryant's final game, the impact of the NBA shutdown and what may help may get the game back, giving the league the chance to be a leader in getting the world back to normal, once safe.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the stellar 2020 Hall of Fame class, how the NBA may be able to resume and if it does, is a play-in playoff tournament fair?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss Anthony Davis' upcoming player option and how the NBA's current economic uncertainty may make opting in a realistic option and even a possible first step towards an extension.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the NBA, how it might resume and what the playoffs would look like if the rest of the regular season is canceled.
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the impact of the coronavirus on the NBA, which is shut down indefinitely. Will the season resume? What impact with the league suspension have the salary cap moving forward?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the Los Angeles Lakers big weekend, putting them far ahead of projections. The L.A. Clippers are on par for what was expected before the year began. Also, the MIT Sloan Analytics Conference and potential fallout from the current health crisis.
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' open roster spot. Who should they sign to replace Troy Daniels? Dion Waiters? JR Smith? Jamal Crawford? Someone else entire? And will that player even find minutes in the rotation?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' acquisition of Markieff Morris. Will the forward make a significant impact for the Lakers this postseason? Are the Clippers still a major obstacle with their own Morris twin (Marcus)?
Hollywood Hoops Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss All-Star Weekend, the slam dunk contest and is visited by Dorothy Pincus, who has strong feelings on Aaron Gordon's second narrow defeat. Was he robbed again?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the fallout after the NBA trade deadline. With free-agent Darren Collison choosing not to re-join the league, the Los Angeles Lakers are still a couple of moves short of holding off the LA Clippers.
Hollywood Hoops' Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the looming NBA trade deadline. Should the Los Angeles Lakers trade Kyle Kuzma? What is the future for Montrezl Harrell with the L.A. Clippers?
Hollywood Hoops' Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the loss of Kobe and Gigi Bryant, remembering him behind the scenes and on the court. Why are so many people impacted around the world?
Hollywood Hoops' Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss Detroit Pistons guard Derrick Rose as a potential target for the Los Angeles Lakers? How much should the Lakers be willing to give up?
Hollywood Hoops Eric Pincus and Josh Martin look at how far ahead the Los Angeles Lakers are, compared to preseason predictions, while the LA Clippers are right on pace.
Hollywood Hoops' Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma and the likelihood the team trades him at the deadline to bolster their playoff chances. Does Darren Collison potentially keep Kuzma in LA?
Joey Dosik joins Hollywood Hoops to talk LA basketball with Josh Martin and Eric Pincus. The singer/songwriter and Vulfpeck regular explains why Los Angeles will always be a "Lakers Town" and discusses the Purple and Gold's areas for improvement and potential moves with Josh and Eric.
Hollywood Hoops' Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the struggles of the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers over the past week(s). Is it time to worry that the two Western Conference powerhouses may be vulnerable?
Hollywood Hoops' Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the unofficial start of trade season, looking around the NBA in general (Kevin Love, Chris Paul, Andre Iguodala, etc.) and at the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers.
Hollywood Hoops' Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the impending return of Avery Bradley. Should the Lakers bench Kentavious Caldwell-Pope for the now-healthy starter? Or should the team stick with what's been working well on the floor? Also, how much of a concern is Kawhi Leonard's health?
Hollywood Hoops' Eric Pincus and Josh Martin look at the first month+ of the season for the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers. The Lakers have dominated against decent teams but their schedule gets much more challenging in December.
Hollywood Hoops' Josh Martin and Eric Pincus discuss the notion of a shorter NBA schedule with a mid-season tournament. Is that a change worth embracing? Also, the Los Angeles Lakers keep winning, so do the Clippers.
Hollywood Hoops' Eric Pincus and Josh Martin discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' early-season success. The team is ahead of schedule and LeBron James is an MVP candidate. When will the L.A. Clippers have both Kawhi Leonard and Paul George in the lineup together? Should Clipper fans worry about Kawhi?
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