Hoopinions: NBA Podcast

After a bit of a break, we're back! But some of the league's biggest coaches won't be back next season after they were FIRED! We break down the reasons behind these surprising (and not so surprising) terminations, and look at how much of it was performance in these Playoffs, or overall track record. Speaking of Playoffs, we recap the second round and conference finals, looking at the truly wild hot streaks and the unusual upsets! It's almost time for the NBA FINALS, so stay tuned to make sure you don't miss a thing!

Jimmy. Buckets. Looks like we owe you an apology… The first round of the playoffs is a wrap, and boy were there some HUGE twists! We review all the matchups for you and recap the highlights and lowlights. In the East, the Heat upset the No. 1 seeded Bucks led by record breaking performance from Butler, while the Kings and Warriors slug it out in a 7-game series in the West. The 76ers, Celtics and Knicks make it out of the first round lining up some interesting series in the East. The Lakers silence the Grizzlies in the West, and we have a star-studded Nuggets v Suns round 2 matchup. Our pre-season wagers are catching up to us, so tune in next time where we face our punishments!

The NBA Playoffs are here, and what an insane start we've had! We've already got controversy with Draymond Green as he leaves his “footprint” on the first round. A few unfortunate injuries to some key players strike a massive blow early on, and we discuss if this will cripple some of the top teams opening the door for a few major upsets, or if they can adjust and have some unlikely heroes step up. We break down every playoff match up for you with the highs and lows, and make our predictions for the second part of this opening round. Who will make it and who will be sent packing? We're halfway through the first round so stay tuned as we're just getting started!

Play-ins are here, and we already have had some thrilling games and big disappointments! Harry called it… the Heat lose to the Hawks, with an underwhelming performance that could see them knocked out of playoff contention. Their hopes now rest on their game against the Bulls, who had a huge comeback to beat the Raptors. Ben talks OKC vs Pelicans after two huge performances from young Thunder stars keep their playoff chances alive. Harry's Hot Sauce looks at what could have been after Minnesota lose to LA, and what they need to clinch that final spot in the playoffs.

It's getting close… who is going to finish ahead? We're down to the final game of the season, but playoff spots are still up for grabs! Harry and Ben look at how the end of the season unfolded, and discuss the potential play-in matchup scenarios. We also give our takes on the Mavericks questionable end to the season, and our thoughts on Luka after his team misses out on the play-ins. We're so close to the post-season, so stay tuned!

Just FIVE games to go, and the standings are as close as ever! The Dallas Mavericks sit outside the play-ins despite Luka and Kyrie's best efforts. We discuss what the Mavs need to do to keep their playoff hopes alive, as well as their Western conference opponents - OKC, Lakers, Pels and Wolves - all vying for the last play-in spots. The Kings clinch a spot in the playoffs, breaking their 16 year drought, and we take a look back at the crazy discussion of last season's trade that got them there. We also add our take on the increase in rescinded technical fouls, and what the league can do in-game to improve referee calls.

Things are really starting to heat up with the playoffs and the play-ins only weeks away. The standings in the west are just like a snake and ladders game. Ben and Harry break down everything that has happened and make some spicy predictions on the way. It's honestly a big west breakdown this episode. (Sorry the east is kind of spreading out)Please like and subscribe!

A rivalry is well and truly stewing, and the flavour is BEEF. This week we got another face off between the Grizzlies and the Warriors, and we break down the fierce competition between these teams that could be facing each other in the first round of the playoffs! We check in on the super volatile West and the relatively stable East, and start to take a look at the potential playoff positions based on the toughness of remaining schedules. We also take a quick look into the current Ja situation - in a business like tbe NBA, actions have consequences...

The moment the league has been waiting for has arrived… Kevin Durant makes his debut as a Phoenix Sun, and already he is showing how well he fits in with the team. So the next question - can the Suns make it the year they win the Larry O'Brien trophy and bring a championship home to Phoenix? In other news, some big injuries this week with LaMelo Ball and LeBron James both out, the latter being a huge blow to the Lakers' playoff hopes. And in an offensive masterclass, Damian Lillard drops 71 points, matching Donovan Mitchell's season high, and giving us a season to remember!

Blurb:A week of highs and lows, hirings and firings, and All-Stars and role players! All-Star weekend had a few highlights, but overall was another weekend of record low viewership - how can the league keep the All-Star game exciting with the new generation of players? Surprise news as the Hawks fire their head coach, is it too late in the season, or could a fresh start propel Atlanta into the playoffs? We also discuss the new acquisitions by the Clippers with Russell Westbrook, and the Bulls with Patrick Beverley, and whether this changing of the guards can make a difference to their teams.

It's that time of year, as the NBA silly season continues! We wrap up the last of the mid-season moves and break down the final trades before the deadline - which teams made the right switches, and which teams made the wrong call? We also got an early taste of these new-look rosters, highlighted by a MONSTER performance by Mikal “Brooklyn Bridge” Bridges. Will he be enough to save the Nets' season or will they drop out of playoff contention?

Just when it couldn't get any more crazy… IT DOES! The trade deadline has brought some absolute blockbuster moves that nobody saw coming, and we break it all down for you! Kevin Durant is traded to the Suns, forming what could be a formidable playoff team, but what does this mean for the Nets now that both their superstars are gone? Meanwhile the Lakers finally move Westbrook, in a three-team deal with the Jazz and Timberwolves, shaking up the season for all three teams. On top of all that, LeBron James breaks the all-time scoring record, a once in a lifetime achievement that we may never see again. What a week!

What an action-packed week in the NBA! From feisty fights to all-out brawls breaking out, we take a look at who is to blame, and the impact on the league both good and bad. The Hoopinions Curse strikes again with the Pelicans' horrible streak of losses, while our Pacers prediction ends up coming true with them also dropping in the standings. After too long without a controversy, Kyrie Irving demands a trade from the Nets, and we look at the possible destinations he may end up. Finally we get to take a look at this season's All-Stars, with familiar faces and newcomers. We discuss the unexpected candidates as well as some surprise snubs.

This week in Hoopinions the boys discuss another record breaking performance. This time Damian Lillard goes off, but are we that impressed? What are our thoughts on the current Pelicans slump and do we think Brandom Ingram is a difference maker? The Lakers make some moves before the deadline and Hack-A-Claxton becomes a new strategy. Tune in cause we make fun of Ben Simmons at the end of the podcast (We are allowed to, we are Australian) 

We're halfway through the NBA season and sadly injuries are plaguing the league once again. We discuss some of the key players out of action and how their absence will shake up the standings. We also look at ideas that the NBA should be implementing to reduce the likelihood of players missing game time. Some clutch shots (and some end-game chokes) get us talking about players such as LaVine, D'Angelo and Crowder, and how ego can impact a team, especially as we get closer to the playoffs!

From hot shooting nights to heated fights, we dive into another spicy week in the NBA. We witnessed some truly massive scoring performances, including Donovan Mitchell dropping 71 in an all-time comeback win. Meanwhile other superstars suffer from ice-cold performances and unfortunate injuries that could disrupt teams' seasons. With early fan voting results out for All Star Weekend, our Hot Sauce for this week takes a look at the broken system and proposes a new fix.

The next generation of superstars has well and truly arrived! Luka Doncic breaks records with a HUGE triple double and near impossible comeback victory, while Zion shows that he is back better than ever with some incredibly clutch plays. We look at some other young talent getting heated in the Magic v Pistons fight, and discuss who was in the wrong. We also analyse some serious showboating, and we break down the unspoken rules in the league. Such a chaotic week in the league, stay tuned for more!

 Beef brewing for the Bulls? Warriors woes worsening? Curse of Hoopinions strikes yet again?? Tune in this episode as we dive into all of this and more! We discuss the rumours circulating that Zach Lavine's teammates are blaming him for recent troubles. We also take a look at the streaky teams catching fire - is it mid-season form or easy schedules? We also debate - can championship contenders go the distance when they lose easy games to tanking teams?

He has risen, and is back to baptising opposing defences with insane dunks! This week we talk about the recent dominance of the Pelicans led by a healthy and explosive Zion Williamson. We show some love to rebuilding teams showing some promise including the Sacramento Kings, and look at how teams regular season performance differs to the gruelling postseason. Harry's Hot Sauce digs into the juicy closing moments of the game - and we deliberate if it's just innocent showboating or downright disrespectful!

We're getting fired up this week about some spicy situations around the league! The Sixers have a strong roster but keep falling short against weaker teams, so Harry takes a look at what the reason might be. We also get the inside scoop on the Hawks and discuss the rumours about their star player losing the respect of his team and coach! Ben talks about the Cavaliers rebuild, from their lacklustre draft picks years ago to their ingenious trades recently, leading to a hot start this season. Lots of juicy details - stay tuned!

Seriously, what's going on? This week we take a look at the teams who are cooking in one game but getting burned in the next, and what is causing these chaotic outcomes. Harry's Hot Sauce breaks down some interesting analytics about the usage of the NBA's top stars, and we discuss how sustainable some of these dominant performances can carry on. We cap it off with our early season predictions for MVP and Rookie of the Year, we'll see if they are blessed or cursed by our calls…

We're back for Hoopinions Season 3, and what a start to the season it is! Harry and Ben return from our hiatus to recap the wild first weeks of the NBA. We look at the teams who are surprising the league with strong performances, and break down those who are having a sluggish start - in particular the Warriors. Harry's Hot Sauce is back with an early post-season prediction, but time will tell if the Curse of Hoopinions strikes again…

This week on Hoopinions we have a special guest. Our good friend Liam joins the show to give a thoughtful tribute for Bill Russell and what he meant to the league. We also discuss the issues surrounding the future of the Lakers, the 76ers tampering investigation and the teams that have the best depth for the upcoming season.

On episode 29  the Hoopinions squad finds the NBA a little bit dull this week. But not to worry cause Harry could talk to a brick wall if he wanted to. Luckily we didn't have to resort to such desperate measures.  There's still plenty of chatter surrounding Kevin Durant and there are plenty of free agents that haven't signed yet including Dennis Schroder, Dwight Howard nad Demarcus Cousins. We discuss Russell Westbrook's breakup with his manager and we give our opinion on the Cleveland Cavaliers new uniform.

This week on Hoopinions the squad looks at the evolving situation concerning Deandre Ayton, discuss possible trades for Kevin Durant and breakdown which teams have made the best moves thus far in free agency. And the Utah Jazz are now sellers. .. RIP

After taking a week off, Ben and Harry attempt to catch up on everything that has happened since the warriors became NBA Champions! The draft, the trades and most importantly... the Utah Jazz's new uniforms. We also talk about Kevin Durant and Kyrie!

Finally the finals are here! We break down the match up between Boston and Golden State and look at the journey both teams took to get to the NBA 20222 Finals! 

The date for the conference finals have been set. The teams have earned their place. Tune in as we break down the absolutely insane finish to game 7 Bucks Vs Celtics and the game 7 finish to the Suns Vs Dallas. We talk about what the losers need to do for next season and we discuss the slightly less red hot 76ers Vs the Heat and the Golden State Warriors battling the Grizzlies. It's the best time of the year to be a NBA fan! Tune in to get all our reactions.  

We're into the second round! We see some familiar experienced teams returning, as well as some young talent making it through to the conference semi finals for the first time in their careers. The first games are crucial early in the series, and we look at who will be able to keep up and who will get left behind.

Lets keep this one simple. Its playoffs and The Nets were swept 4-0. We will talk about that and all the other teams that did not win their series. We also predict who else will be going home soon and some changes the losing teams need to make for next season. 

Hoopinions the Playoffs edition! Its the make it or break it time of the year. We discuss the playins with our hopes and dreams for the playoffs. 

Russell Westbrook goes off on the lakers and we make some bold predictions for the play in tournament.

Ja Morant breaks a franchise scoring record, hits a mid-air buzzer beater and slams home the dunk of the year… all in one game. Just another action-packed week in the NBA! We discuss James Harden's anticipated return playing with his new team, and discuss how the Sixers' season has changed with him on the roster. As we're into the back end of the season, Harry's Hot Sauce takes a look at the teams fighting for play-in spots, and those who have seemingly cemented themselves as a playoff lock. It's incredibly close as we approach the end of the season, so stay tuned!

The All Star break is upon us! We kick things off looking back at the trade deadline moves and how players are performing on their new teams. Ben gets into a review of the All Star weekend, both the highlights and the lowlights, and Harry gives a perspective on how it can improve. Finally we discuss the worrying Zion situation - as well as a comparison with Ja and a taste of what could have been.

HUGE news in the NBA this week! We dive right into the unexpected trades across the league, discussing how the big name players will fit into their new teams, and breaking down the blunders by GMs! Speaking of surprising moves, we discuss the changes in the standings too, and trade rumours that could shake things up even more. Finally, the All-Star rosters were also announced, so Harry and Ben take a look at who made the cut and who got snubbed. Such a massive week in the NBA, stay tuned for more!

Which teams are music to our ears, and which ones are playing in the wrong key? This week we look at the struggles of the Jazz note by note, and on the flip side discuss the rise of the Sixers and Grizzlies - both teams making their way up the scales. Harry's Hot Sauce tackles the top of the league, this time looking at teams as a whole and using numbers to statistically see which team is the most well rounded, and which is falling flat.

Another week in the NBA, and yet again it is action-packed! We witnessed the Clippers make one of the biggest comebacks in NBA history… and it was all their bench! We also got to see the Hornets make history with some dazzling displays from their young stars, while other teams like the Jazz struggle with their depth. Hard hits and soft technicals got us talking about fouls this week, and Ben's Bombshell proposes a perfect solution to the ridiculous techs we've been seeing this year!

We're halfway through the season and the pressure is starting to mount - but is it too much pressure to handle for some? We discuss trades taking place, rumours of moves, and changes teams need to make before it is too late. Harry's Hotsauce looks at the losing LA Lakers and in particular Russell Westbrook, who doesn't look like he can keep up his old ways in the bright Hollywood lights…

Happy Klay Day! We're back after a break, and so are some long-awaited players; Klay Thompson and Kyrie Irving. We take a look at their first games and the impacts they will have on their respective teams' championship hopes. We also break down some of the trades, waivers and 10-day contracts across the league, including a surprising showing by Lance who's making the league dance. Ben's Bombshell drops into the dismal stat of playoff droughts, and dives into one team who might just break into the playoffs this year.

In this holiday special we look at the Christmas Day showdowns! Which team comes out with festive cheer and who will be getting coal in their stockings. We talk about the gift that keeps on giving in the Bulls and Cavs, discussing if they can continue their surprising success. And in an extra special present, Harry and Ben look at pre-season predictions, and the players who have bucked criticism and become a miracle for their team, as well as those who have turned colder than Frosty the Snowman… Merry Swish-mas everyone!

A huge milestone for the Hoopinions Podcast. We have hit double digits for season 2 with our release of episode 10. Speaking of 10, have you seen all the 10 day contracts running around the league at the moment? We discuss which team is handling the current covid outbreak the best and how that is impacting some teams win/loss ratios. The Lakers continue to disappoint while other teams continue to impress. In Harry's hotsauce we break down different stratigies and game styles that are emerging this season compared to others (Turns out theirs other ways to win games that just shooting 3 pointers).

As the plague spreads, more teams are getting impacted with players being sidelined due to health and safety protocols. Zion makes another appearance after making the news yet again and Ben Simmons has also recently resurfaced. It's not all bad news, with the Grizzlies and the Jazz leading the charge. Harry's Hot Sauce looks at where each team ranks in terms of perceived strength schedule while comparing to the teams future schedule. Hint, it doesn't look good for the Lakers.

We're already approaching a third of the way through the season, and we start to see some teams slipping behind. We discuss organisations who are making big decisions on their future, title expectations, and factors on surprising teams holding their ground while others drop out of the race. Ben's Bombshell looks at the bottom of the league, and some unexpected ideas that could cover their weaknesses and get them back in the fight.

Clash of the titans this week in the NBA! In the West, the red-hot Warriors take on the scorching Suns, and out East it's the Battle of Brooklyn as the Knicks face the Nets. We break down the interesting outcomes of these games, including some surprising rotation changes that feature some big names! We also look at some sizzling shooters, while Harry's Hot Sauce dives into this season and how it could shape up to be the most competitive one in years!

Blood, sweat and tears in the NBA this week! We discuss some teams who already seem down for the count, and making suggestions on  what needs to change for them to improve. We also put the spotlight on some overlooked teams like the red-hot Suns, analyse the fight between the East and the West, and Ben's Bombshell makes an early call on who will bring home the MVP title belt at the end of the season!

Our fifth week into the NBA and we look at some surprising conference leaders! In the East, Washington shows us some Wizardry and the Bulls charge up the standings, while the Warriors keep winning in the West. But what do these teams all have in common leading to their dominance? On the flip side of the coin, Harry's Hot Sauce takes a look at some trends leading teams in the opposite direction...

Tensions are rising in week 4 of the NBA! We settle the score on the Jokic VS Morris fight and discuss the League's response. We also take a look at some underdog teams punching above their weight, and see if the stat pages can explain why some teams are falling below expectations. Ben's Bombshell looks at the quality of this rookie class fighting to make their mark on the NBA. Ding Ding!

Which teams can handle the early season pressure and which teams are out of the frying pan and into the fire? The Celtics face the worst blown lead in their history as the Bulls serve up a big slice of humble pie, and Miami turn up the heat in the kitchen and cook the Mavs. Harry's Hot Sauce gets spicier than a Curry, where we discuss if Zion is a HUGE injury risk, or if he will gobble up playing time and squash any concerns. We will weight and see!

A week into the NBA season and already things are heating up! We cover injury concerns, players off to shaky starts, and some must-watch teams starting the season with a bang. While some teams start the season with less than stellar results, Ben pulls out the crystal ball and using a decade of statistics predicts who will make the playoffs this season!

NBA basketball is back and so are we! Hoopinions Season 2 kicks off with a longer episode where we cover juicy offseason content, as well as key takeaways from the first games of the new season. We give our thoughts on new rules changing the game, new team rosters, and who we think will thrive or dive this year. Stay tuned for weekly episodes in what will be an exciting season!