Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

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Brian Windhorst and a team of ESPN's Insiders sort out life in and around the NBA world.

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‘Unscheduled’ Kyrie Trade R...

02.03.2023

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to react to Kyrie Irving requesting a trade from the Brooklyn Nets including potential destinations, how the Nets should respond and what this means for Kevin Durant’s future in ...

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02.03.2023 ‘Unscheduled’ Kyrie Trade Request Reaction Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to react to Kyrie Irving requesting a trade from the Brooklyn Nets including potential destinations, how the Nets should respond and what this means for Kevin Durant’s future in ...
02.03.2023 2023 Trade Deadline Preview Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to preview who the major players will be at the trade deadline including if the Raptors will be sellers, who the main targets will be for the big teams ...
02.01.2023 Murray Leading In Atlanta, Future In Chicago Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Jamal Collier and Andscape’s Marc J. Spears to discuss Spears’ interview with Dejounte Murray including his leadership in Atlanta, what direction the Bulls should go in, how healthy the Bucks are and if the ...
01.30.2023 Jackson Jr. Stat Controversy, 76ers Contenders? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton to discuss the social media fascination with Jaren Jackson Jr’s blocks per game at home, a tough call for the Lakers with an interesting response, if the 76ers are legit contenders, what ...
01.27.2023 Rivalry Wins, Nets/Lakers Plan For The Future Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to react to the 76ers big ‘rivalry’ win, Kyrie’s future with the Nets, Rui getting traded to the Lakers, a big win for the Warriors, what the Grizzlies need ...
01.25.2023 The Land Of Kings, Pelicans Health Check Brian Windhorst is joined by Andscape’s Marc J. Spears to discuss Spears’ prediction about the Kings making the playoffs with the team now sitting in 3rd place in the West before talking the Lakers trade for Rui Hachimura. Then, ESPN’s ...
01.23.2023 CBA Updates, What Is Going On In Atlanta? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks to discuss the status of the next CBA discussions for the league, what the path forward looks like for the Hawks, potential trade deadline options and a look back at a recent ...
01.20.2023 Teams Under The Most Trade Deadline Pressure Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to discuss the teams facing the most pressure as we head towards the trade deadline including why the Mavs need to get Luka help, who can right the ship ...
01.18.2023 Warriors’ White House Trip Brian Windhorst is joined by Andscape’s Marc J. Spears to discuss his experience joining the Warriors for the team trip to the White House including some unique behind the scenes information before diving into if Golden State is beginning to ...
01.16.2023 Records Broken, Basketball’s Evolution Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry to talk witnessing record breaking attendance at the Alamodome for Warriors-Spurs, the evolution of hero ball, the growth of talent in the world, the challenges facing big moves at the trade deadline ...
01.13.2023 1st Half Of Season Storylines Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to discuss the most intriguing storylines from the first half of the season including the uncertainty in the Western Conference, the massive uptick in scoring across the league, Jokic’s ...
01.11.2023 Curry Returns, Banchero Impresses, KD Injury Brian Windhorst is joined by Andscape’s Marc J. Spears to discuss Steph Curry’s return for the Warriors, what it means for Golden State going forward and if the team needs to make any moves in the near future. Plus, they ...
01.09.2023 Lakers' Expectations Trending Up? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin to talk his sit down with LeBron, the Lakers’ five game win streak, if our expectations for LA should change, why there is belief within the locker room and what moves the ...
01.06.2023 All-Star Starter Predictions Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to react to the NBA All-Star fan vote standings, who they think deserves to be an All-Star and what the lineups might look like. Plus, who may be the ...
01.04.2023 Incredible Scoring Across The League Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Andrew Lopez and Andscape’s Marc J. Spears to discuss the insane performances we’ve seen in the NBA lately including Donovan Mitchell’s 71-point outing, LeBron’s efficiency, the Warriors’ impressive homestand and the significance of Zion’s ...
01.02.2023 Danger For Minnesota? Potential Contract Extensions Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks to discuss Minnesota’s struggles, what they can do to correct them and the moves on the table for them. Plus, what players are eligible to be resigned and will their team do ...
12.29.2022 Luka Makes History, Brooklyn Contenders? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to discuss Luka’s historic performance against the Knicks, changing fortunes for New York, Brooklyn continuing to stay hot, how the Suns can make some trades to booster their bench ...
12.27.2022 Attainable Franchise All-Time Scorer Records Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to discuss what players have a chance to become their franchise’s all-time leading scorer for their current teams. Which records are out of reach and which ones will go ...
12.23.2022 NBA Christmas Day Preview 2022 Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to preview the NBA Christmas Day slate including the matchups to watch and what teams are trending up and down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12.21.2022 Nets Can Contend, Cavs' Star Takes Note Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry and Andscape’s Marc J. Spears to discuss stories from Chris Paul’s graduation ceremony, the impressive turnaround for the Nets, what they need to become legitimate contenders, Donovan Mitchell’s interview about his time ...
12.19.2022 AD Injury Reaction, What Should The Bulls Do? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton to react to the Anthony Davis injury news, what direction the struggling Bulls should go in, a surprising win streak from the Magic and what Memphis needs for postseason success. Learn more ...
12.16.2022 1st MVP Straw Poll Reaction, Curry Injury Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to react to Bontemps’ first MVP Straw Poll of the 2022-23 season including why some stars are lower than expected and why some may not be as far ahead ...
12.14.2022 Oh, Here Are The Clippers, Knicks Rebound Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk and Andscape’s Marc J. Spears to discuss how formidable the Clippers look when Kawhi and Paul George are healthy, John Wall’s return to D.C., where the Knicks stand and discuss if there ...
12.12.2022 Thank You Paul Silas, Nets Turning The Corner? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Nick Friedell to remember NBA Legend Paul Silas including stories regarding his career in coaching. Then, the guys break down the recent success in Brooklyn and what this team needs to be successful on ...
12.09.2022 Luka Needs A Co-Star, What Is Wrong In Phoenix? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk why the Mavs need to get Luka a co-star, what it means for their future if they don’t, what has changed with the Suns since last season, ...
12.07.2022 Why Does Joe Mazzulla Fit For The Celtics? NBA Awards Changes Brian Windhorst is joined by Andscape's Marc J. Spears and ESPN’s Kevin Pelton to talk Joe Mazzulla’s coaching style, the Celtics’ insane offensive efficiency, new NBA Awards that may indicate changes to come, Alperen Şengün’s unique skillset for the Rockets ...
12.05.2022 Can AD & The Lakers Keep This Up? Concern For Hawks/Warriors? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks to discuss if AD and the Lakers can keep up their elite play, what moves they may make, how concerned Hawks ownership should be about Trae Young and what moves are available ...
12.02.2022 Celtics Top The NBA, 2020 NBA Draft Mistakes Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk the significance of the Celtics extending Al Horford, their early domination, Tatum taking another step forward and the teams impressive shooting. Plus, we take a look back ...
11.30.2022 Pelicans Play Defense Now, Big 3 In DC? Brian Windhorst is joined by Andscape's Marc J. Spears and ESPN’s Andrew Lopez to talk Herb Jones’ superb defense, the Pelicans finding their groove, the future growth of NBA talent in the world and the surprising start from the Wizards ...
11.28.2022 More To Learn In LA, Young Stars Putting It All Together Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Kirk Goldsberry to talk what we should make of the Lakers’ resurgence, what we will learn about the team in their next tough stretch and why the Pacers are a potential trade partner. Plus, ...
11.24.2022 What is this, a crossover episode? On the CJ McCollum Show, CJ McCollum and Izzy Gutierrez welcome Brian Windhorst for a Hoop Collective crossover episode! They discuss cryptocurrency in the NBA, strategies for gambling in the casinos (06:50), and how dangerous the Pelicans are with Brandon ...
11.23.2022 Our 2nd Annual Friendsgiving Brian Windhorst is joined by a roundtable of ESPN NBA reporters for a special Thanksgiving episode including Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon, Ohm Youngmisuk, Ramona Shelburne, Dave McMenamin and Nick Friedell. The crew talks Ben Simmons & the Nets struggling in ...
11.21.2022 Bulls Stars Struggle Together, Bucks Persevere Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Jamal Collier to talk the struggles for the Bulls, Lonzo’s uncertain injury timeline and Zach LaVine’s slow start. Plus, reaction to a strange incident with Giannis in Philadelphia and how the Bucks have persevered ...
11.18.2022 SGA Early MVP, Western Contenders Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s historic start to the season, if he is speeding up OKC’s timeline, the waiting game for the Clippers with Kawhi’s slow progression, Victor Wembanyama’s latest ...
11.16.2022 Celtics Still On Top, Cavs Legit Contenders? Brian Windhorst is joined by Andscape's Marc J. Spears and ESPN’s Kirk Goldsberry to talk a fantastic start from the Celtics, how they have flown under the radar, if the Cavs are legitimate title contenders, if it is time to ...
11.14.2022 2022-23 Small Sample-Size Theater In an annual tradition, Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Kevin Pelton to discuss some of the league's statistical anomalies and whether they'll hold up. Is Portland’s defense sustainable? Will Utah regress back to the mean or are they a ...
11.11.2022 Suns Start Strong, Time For Concern In Minnesota? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk the Suns strong start after a tumultuous offseason, if it is time for concern about Chris Paul, the awful start for Minnesota including a lack of leadership ...
11.09.2022 Potential Expansion Destinations In The NBA Brian Windhorst is joined by Andscape's Marc J. Spears to talk potential expansion destinations for the NBA down the line including Mexico City, a return to Seattle, a jumpstart in Vegas among others. Plus, will there be a future for ...
11.07.2022 NBA Crisis Management, Future For Knicks & Nets Brian Windhorst is joined by Attorney Alex Spiro to explain how to handle crisis management in high profile situations including big NBA scenarios. Then ESPN's Bobby Marks joins the show to tell us which New York franchise he’d rather work ...
11.04.2022 Kyrie Suspension Reaction, Warriors' Early Struggles Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to react to Kyrie’s suspension from Brooklyn and discuss his future with the Nets and the response from the NBA. Plus, key injuries for the 76ers and continuing early ...
11.02.2022 Seriously, What Is Going On In Brooklyn? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk Steve Nash & the Nets parting ways, Brooklyn pursuing Ime Udoka, the issues surrounding Kyrie Irving’s tweet and discuss a general lack of accountability- . Learn more ...
11.01.2022 Early Season Overachievers & Underachievers Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry and Marc J. Spears to talk about the biggest underachievers and overachievers so far this season. The crew discusses Portland’s impressive start, the surprise in Utah and a strong start for the ...
10.28.2022 76ers Concerning Start, Brooklyn's Flaws Solvable? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk the 76ers limping out of the gates this season, what issues they are able to address, concerning +/- stats for some star lineups in Brooklyn, an awkward ...
10.25.2022 Pels Strong Start, Nets Struggles, What Is Going On In Utah? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Andrew Lopez and Nick Friedell to discuss what potential exists for the Pelicans this season after a strong debut, the flaws on the Nets that need to be addressed to make the team a ...
10.21.2022 Opening Reactions: Nets & Lakers Struggle, Strength In The East Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk the start of the NBA season including an potential tone setting comeback for the Suns, the strength of the Eastern Conference, if the Knicks could finish higher ...
10.18.2022 Who Will Have The Most Regular Season Wins? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk who will have the most regular season wins this season. The guys each select a team in a snake draft of all 30 NBA teams to build ...
10.14.2022 A Golden State Crisis? Finding Positions In LA Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk the drama surrounding Draymond Green’s altercation with Jordan Poole, if the team was right to call it a ‘crisis’ situation, how things are meshing together with the ...
10.07.2022 The Wembanyama Experience, Potential Lottery Teams Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk Victor Wembanyama’s impressive debut, what teams may be ‘tanking’ this year and ‘What Is Going On In’ Orlando. Plus, the guys talk about the dust up between ...
09.30.2022 Checking In At NBA Camps - Who Knows Their Roles? Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Tim Bontemps to talk Embiid’s comfort coming into the season, lingering issues with the Suns following last year’s collapse and what the potential looks like in Minnesota. Plus, will the fans ...
09.27.2022 NBA Media Day Reaction 2022 Brian Windhorst is joined by our ESPN NBA Reporters at a variety of locations from Media Day’s across the league. First, Tim Bontemps joins to talk the tone in Boston and what the outlook is in Phoenix. Then, Nick Friedell ...

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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective episodes:

‘Unscheduled’ Kyrie Trade Request Reaction

2023 Trade Deadline Preview

Murray Leading In Atlanta, Future In Chicago

Jackson Jr. Stat Controversy, 76ers Contenders?

Rivalry Wins, Nets/Lakers Plan For The Future

The Land Of Kings, Pelicans Health Check

CBA Updates, What Is Going On In Atlanta?

Teams Under The Most Trade Deadline Pressure

Warriors’ White House Trip

Records Broken, Basketball’s Evolution

1st Half Of Season Storylines

Curry Returns, Banchero Impresses, KD Injury

Lakers' Expectations Trending Up?

All-Star Starter Predictions

Incredible Scoring Across The League

Danger For Minnesota? Potential Contract Extensions

Luka Makes History, Brooklyn Contenders?

Attainable Franchise All-Time Scorer Records

NBA Christmas Day Preview 2022

Nets Can Contend, Cavs' Star Takes Note

AD Injury Reaction, What Should The Bulls Do?

1st MVP Straw Poll Reaction, Curry Injury

Oh, Here Are The Clippers, Knicks Rebound

Thank You Paul Silas, Nets Turning The Corner?

Luka Needs A Co-Star, What Is Wrong In Phoenix?

Why Does Joe Mazzulla Fit For The Celtics? NBA Awards Changes

Can AD & The Lakers Keep This Up? Concern For Hawks/Warriors?

Celtics Top The NBA, 2020 NBA Draft Mistakes

Pelicans Play Defense Now, Big 3 In DC?

More To Learn In LA, Young Stars Putting It All Together

What is this, a crossover episode?

Our 2nd Annual Friendsgiving

Bulls Stars Struggle Together, Bucks Persevere

SGA Early MVP, Western Contenders

Celtics Still On Top, Cavs Legit Contenders?

2022-23 Small Sample-Size Theater

Suns Start Strong, Time For Concern In Minnesota?

Potential Expansion Destinations In The NBA

NBA Crisis Management, Future For Knicks & Nets

Kyrie Suspension Reaction, Warriors' Early Struggles

Seriously, What Is Going On In Brooklyn?

Early Season Overachievers & Underachievers

76ers Concerning Start, Brooklyn's Flaws Solvable?

Pels Strong Start, Nets Struggles, What Is Going On In Utah?

Opening Reactions: Nets & Lakers Struggle, Strength In The East

Who Will Have The Most Regular Season Wins?

A Golden State Crisis? Finding Positions In LA

The Wembanyama Experience, Potential Lottery Teams

Checking In At NBA Camps - Who Knows Their Roles?

NBA Media Day Reaction 2022

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