Hoops & Recreation | A Basketball Podcast by Sneakers & Recreation

It's all over! The Celtics did the inevitable and secured their 18th Championship. In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy review the finals, crown the greatest point guard and power forward of all time, and discuss whether the Chicago Bulls Artūras Karnišovas needed some intervention during his trade talks with OKC. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The Finals are here at last! Up 2-0, are the Celtics destined to raise banner 18, or does Dallas have enough to rally a comeback? In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy discuss the Mavericks chances of getting back into this series, and whether Doc Rivers really is out to get Matt, as the team look back on their preseason predictions. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

We're down to the last four teams, with both the Pacers and Wolves in 0-3 holes. In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the first three games of each conference final. Will the Celtics cruise to another series victory, and can Ant and KAT bounce back to previous playoff form? Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

It's the second round and it's getting intense! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the first games of the conference semis, from Jamal Murray's surprising playoff slump to the Knicks injury woes. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The first team has exited the playoffs, and it wasn't one we expected! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the games played this week from the first round, and share if their predictions from last week have changed. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

It's crunch time in the NBA season, the playoffs have begun! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy recap their predictions from the Play-In Tournament, as well as give a quick fire roundup of game 1 from the first round of the playoffs. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The regular season has ended, the seedings are final, and its time for the post season! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the final night of the regular season, and give their predictions for who will advance from the Play-In Tournament. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode Matt, Mark and Wardy discuss the current NBA standings and give some playoff predictions as we move into the final few weeks of the season. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

All-star weekend is behind us, and some would say the real season has just started! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the weeks highlights including Lebron reaching 40,000 points. During the second, the team share their opinions on the Clippers new look for next season. Moving into the second half, Wardy takes the team back to 2003 as the guys review LeBron's first NBA game. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation All-Star Special! In this episode Matt and Mark share their thoughts on the 2024 NBA All-Star weekend. The guys pick their favourite and least favourite moments from each of the events, and offer their suggestions on how to improve All-Star weekend for future years. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode Matt, Mark and Wardy discuss a busy trade deadline, and look ahead to the All-Star weekend. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Whats better than going to your first live game? Going to your first live podcast! In the first quarter of this special live episode Mark, Matt and Wardy recap some of the biggest trades ahead of the NBA deadline, and suggest some bold trades they'd like to see themselves. During the second, the team debate with our audience what is the best retro basketball sneaker of 2023. Moving into the second half, Mark, Matt and Wardy draft their own fantasy All-star teams with players from different NBA eras! Thanks again to Offspring (@offspringhq) for making this happen! Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode Matt, Mark and Wardy discuss a week with two HUGE scoring nights, as well as the coaching changes for the Buck & Wizards. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Another week, another trade! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the weeks highlights the debut of Siakam for the Pacers. During the second, the team share their opinions on some upcoming sneaker releases with the return of sign, waive, trade. Moving into the second half, Wardy takes the team back to the 2019 playoffs in this weeks throwback game. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode Matt, Mark and Wardy respond to comments from this weeks IG posts, give their league highlights from week, and play WHO HE PLAY FOR...Hoops & Rec style! Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Happy New Year from team Hoops & Rec! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the weeks highlights including a big week for New York following the surprising trade with Toronto. During the second, the team share their opinions on some of the most anticipated sneaker releases coming in 2024. Moving into the second half, Wardy shares his highlights and lowlights of 2023. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week, plus react to the first return for the NBA All-star game. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

We wish it could be Christmas every day, and so will you after listening to this episode! To start the episode the team are making a list, they're checking it twice, as Mark, Matt & Wardy pull together an NBA naughty and nice list from 2023. The guys then move into the festive spirit with a twist on secret Santa. Then finally to close the podcast, Wardy dusts off his sequin jacket, as he hosts an advent themed quiz! Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode Matt, Mark and Wardy share some VERY bold takes now we are 6 weeks into the season, plus Wardy runs a game of Sooner or Later NBA edition. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

A week full of positivity! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the weeks highlights including how the class of 2020 has continued to shine this season. During the second, the team talk about a recent sneaker release paying homage to one of the leagues most iconic games 19 years later. Moving into the second half, the gang visit the bubble and remember just how good the playoffs were in 2020. In the fourth, Wardy cracks the In-Season Tournament and the group look ahead to the final group stage games of the inaugural competition. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode Matt, Mark and Wardy discuss this weeks NBA action including Draymond choking Rudy Gobert, Clippers getting their first W with Harden, and Poole underperforming for Wizards. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

An efficient episode if we do say so! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy look back at a painful week for super teams and discuss the poor performances for the Clippers and Suns. During the second, the team talk about a certain big baller facing a lawsuit. Moving into the second half, the gang head back to 2003 and revisit Tim Duncan's mega performance in game 6 of the finals. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode the group are joined by returning guest and resident jersey expert Gareth (@the_jersey_guys) to chat about this years city jerseys.  Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

THE NBA IS OFFICIALLY BACK! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy look back at some of the highlights from week 1. During the second, the team talk about some big brand deals that have been announced. Moving into the second half, the gang celebrate Melo with the third quarter throw back. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Will we get any right this year?! In this episode Wardy asks Mark and Matt for their NBA season predictions. Who will win MVP? Is Wemby guaranteed ROTY? Will Nuggets repeat?...tune in to hear our takes. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

It's been a long summer, but the NBA is almost back! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy discuss the biggest news stories from the offseason, including the Dame trade, Wemby impressing during pre-season, Harden being Harden, and Team USA. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The team are well rested, and its time to talk all things basketball again! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy grade each teams free agency moves, discuss Summer League, and share their thoughts on the new In-Season Tournament. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The NBA season has come to a close, and what a season it has been! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy share thoughts on Denver being crowned the 2022/23 NBA champions. The team also talk recent trade rumours, blockbusters trades, Ja's suspension, and give their top highlights from the season. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The NBA finals have started and we have a series on our hands! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the first two games from the NBA finals, and give their prediction for the next few games. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The NBA finals have been set, and its what we all wanted (apart from Celtics fans)! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy recap the conference finals and make their predictions ahead of the NBA finals. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Nuggets got Lakers fans feeling emo! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy discuss the mind blowing start to the conference finals. To close out the episode, the group also give their thoughts on the draft lottery, Doc Rivers being fired by Sixers and Nike pulling all JA1s from their website. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

And then there were four! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy look back at what unfolded in the second round, as well as give their predictions for the conference finals. To close out the episode, the group also give their thoughts on the 2023 All NBA team selections. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Do you need to up your WNBA knowledge? Don't worry, we have you covered this week! Mark, Matt & Wardy are joined by Giulia Zed (@giuliaz12) to talk all things WNBA ready for the new season. Giulia also talks about being an ambassador in the sport, traveling the world through basketball, and the group give an update on this weeks playoff games. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Well...wasn't round 1 just full of surprises! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy give their thoughts on how round 1 ended, as well as an overview on what they are looking forward to going into round 2.

Just when you thought 2022/23 couldn't be any more exciting, the playoffs have been full of drama in round 1! In this episode Mark, Matt and Wardy give their thoughts on every round 1 series up to date, as well as a quick recap on the most recently announced end of season awards. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Game 1 of the playoffs is in the books and Mark, Matt & Wardy are joined by former Clippers dancer Brooke Preston (@bmpresto) to give a recap. Brooke also shares how she became a 9x NBA dancer, as well as how she became a social media hit recreating player tunnel fits! Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The 2022/23 regular season has come an end, and the playoffs are days away! In this episode Mark and Matt discuss a drama filled final day of the season, recap their predictions for the regular season standings, and unpack who our listeners think will walk away with the end of season awards. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode, Mark, Matt and Wardy answer questions submitted by listeners, and give their thoughts on the current playoff picture. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation

The playoffs are almost here, and everyone is getting excited! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy look back at some of the highlights from the week, including the return of Ja Morant for Memphis. During the second, Matt shares his experience from attending an early screening of Air The Movie. Moving into the second half, everyone goes a bit Lin-sane for the third quarter throw back. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode, the group are joined by two WBBL stars Claire Paxton (@clazzapee) and Tia Freeman (@tiafreeman) of Essex Rebels as they discuss their journeys as pro ballers, and all things basketball. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation

The episode where Wardy was the only one who swore! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy look back at some of the highlights from the week, including another Clippers v Knicks matchup. During the second, Mark challenges Matt and Wardy to a game of 'who wore that fit'. Moving into the second half, Mark brings the team his origin story in this weeks third quarter throwback. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode, Mark tells stories from the games he saw whilst in New York, and the team talk league updates. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation

The big three turns into a big two for the week! In the first quarter Matt and Wardy recap a historic 2OT game between Kings and Clippers. During the second, Matt and Wardy play a game of start, bench, cut with signature sneaker lines. Moving into the second half, the guys discuss the game that created the phrase "You just got Mozgov'd" in this weeks third quarter throwback. In the fourth, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode, the group recap the NBA All-Star weekend, as well as some buyout market updates. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation

What a week to be a basketball fan! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy look back at some of the highlights from teams who made big moves at the trade deadline. During the second, the squad discuss Nike gifting LeBron a pair of 1-of-1 customs after breaking the scoring record. Moving into the second half, Wardy FINALLY reveals his favourite All-Star game in this weeks third quarter throwback. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this episode, the group are joined by Dav (@daddydav) as they discuss the recent Kyrie trade drama, and the final All-Star 2023 selections. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation

Its rivals week! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy look back at some of the highlights from rivals week. During the second, the squad discuss the League Fits All-Star selections. Moving into the second half, Wardy takes the team back to Lebron's 52 point game against Knicks in this weeks third quarter throwback. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this special Kobe Bryant memorial episode, the group are joined by Skillz (@skillz_on_insta) as they recall some of their fondest memories of Kobe and look back at his final game. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation

We are half way through the season, and its time to check on our predictions! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy look back at some of the predictions the team made at the start of the season. During the second, the squad discuss the recent fake JT1 pics, as well as some other upcoming sneaker releases. Moving into the second half, Matt takes the team through one of his favourite Clippers games from 2019. In the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Finally in OT, the guys reflect on their first H&R team meet-up at the recent Essex Rebels double header. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

Welcome to the Hoops & Recreation Halftime Show! In this extended episode Matt, Mark and Wardy discuss who they think should make the All-Star game from both conferences. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

WTF IS THIS SEASON?! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy recall a historic week of games. During the second, the team chat about Ja Morant debuting the Ja 1 on Christmas day. Moving into the second half, Wardy takes the team through his top 5 moments of 2022. Finally in the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy look ahead at what games they have circled in their diaries for this upcoming week. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.

The holiday season is upon us, and Santa has asked his favourite three elves to make a basketball podcast! In the first quarter Mark, Matt and Wardy unwrap the last week of fixtures. During the second, the three wise men discuss the best holiday sneakers in NBA history. Moving into the second half, Wardy takes the team on a sleigh ride back to Christmas day 2004 to discuss the first time Shaq and Kobe face off after the Lakers traded Shaq in this weeks third quarter throwback. Finally in the fourth, Mark, Matt and Wardy make a list, and check it twice, before giving their thoughts on this years Christmas day games. Remember to follow @sneakersandrecreation on IG for all Hoops & Recreation updates.