Psyched for the 2022-23 college basketball season, the guys have an in-depth discussion about the top players and teams in the country, including UNC, Gonzaga, and UK.  In "Part of 1" of this special two-part episode, Rich, Drew, and Mav start by discussing the biggest surprises and disappointments of the young NBA season, including the Utah Jazz, Kyrie Irving, Ben Simmons, and Josh Primo.  They also sit down with award-winning journalist Mathew Postins, who provides a lot of insight into the best teams and players in the Big 12 Conference....   

Make sure to listen to "Part 2" for previews of the rest of the top 25 and the gang's season predictions.

CHAPTERS:

1. NBA First Thoughts (2:40)
2. NBA's Biggest Disappointments (7:22)
3. NBA's Biggest Surprises (24:53)
4. Miles Bridges & Josh Primo (33:47)
5. HP's Top 25 College Teams (39:11)
6. Big 12 Hoops with Mathew Postins (43:08)
7. North Carolina Preview (1:12:34)
8. Gonzaga Preview (1:19:55)
9. Kentucky Preview (1:26:03)

The crew reviews the Hoops Prospects NBA Fearless Forecast for the upcoming season, joined by special guest, Law Murray, who covers the LA Clippers for the Athletic.  Rich, Drew, Mav, and Cam make their preseason predictions for the best teams in each conference, the eventual NBA Champion, and the winners of the postseason awards, including MVP and Rookie of the Year.   Also, Law provides insider insight into the Clippers.  

CHAPTERS:

1. Warriors' Contract Extensions (4:01)
2. NBA Injuries (10:18)
3. Emoni Bates Update (16:09)
4. NBA Fearless Forecast Voters (19:32)
5. Eastern Conference Standings (21:02)
6. Western Conference Standings (34:21)
7. Conference and NBA Champions (46:00)
8. NBA MVP (56:31)
9. Defensive POY (1:05:25)
10. Most Improved Player (1:13:50)
11. Sixth Man of the Year (1:21:38)
12. Rookie of the Year (1:28:10)
13. Coach of the Year (1:36:59)
14. Law Murray Interview (1:43:37)
15. Mailbag (2:11:41)

The HPP gang has extended discussions about Victor Wembanyama's draft stock,  Draymond Green's troubles, and key NBA injuries.  Rich, Drew, and Mav also preview the NBA's NW and SW divisions, with predictions and fantasy tips.  And the Mailbag was packed full this week with great questions, including a fantasy challenge from a listener.  

CHAPTERS:

1. Draymond's Troubles (2:21)
2. Victor Wembanyama's Draft Stock (10:59)
3. Key NBA Injuries (38:00)
4. A Listener's Fantasy Challenge (42:21)
5. Portland Trail Blazers Preview (45:26)
6. OKC Thunder (53:47)
7. Minnesota Timberwolves (1:02:03)
8. Denver Nuggets (1:13:48)
9. Utah Jazz (1:22:02)
10. Dallas Mavericks (1:30:57)
11. Memphis Grizzlies (1:44:06)
12. Houston Rockets (1:52:57)
13. San Antonio Spurs (2:00:27)
14. New Orleans Pelicans (2:08:11)
15. Mailbag (2:17:21)

The HPP crew previews the NBA's Central and Pacific divisions, including plenty of fantasy tips, plus Rich and Drew also talk Kentucky basketball with sophomore forward Daimion Collins, a former 5-star recruit. 

CHAPTERS:

1. NBA News (3:23)
2. Chicago Bulls Preview (18:20)
3. Milwaukee Bucks (25:39)
4. Cleveland Cavaliers (36:01)
5. Detroit Pistons (45:18)
6. Indiana Pacers (54:39)
7. LA Lakers (1:01:14)
8. LA Clippers (1:15:06)
9. Sacramento Kings (1:25:56)
10. Phoenix Suns (1:34:40)
11. Golden State Warriors (1:45:01)
12. Daimion Collins Interview (1:55:30)
13. Mailbag (2:07:52)

Season Two of HPP opens with bang, as the gang previews the Atlantic and Southeast Divisions of the NBA, and are joined by special guest Chase Hughes, who covers the Washington Wizards for NBC Sports.   Roster changes, the outlook for the 2022-23 season, and fantasy tips are discussed for each team in the two divisions.  

CHAPTERS:

1. NBA News (1:32)
2. Boston Celtics (20:56)
3. Philadelphia 76ers (32:50)
4. Toronto Raptors (41:11)
5. Brooklyn Nets (49:47)
6. NY Knicks (1:00:11)
7. Miami Heat (1:08:20)
8. Atlanta Hawks (1:15:59)
9. Charlotte Hornets (1:23:57)
10. Washington Wizards with Chase Hughes (1:33:29)
11. Orlando Magic (2:03:45)
12. Mailbag (2:13:48)

Hugh Baxter, who has accepted a position with the Milwaukee Bucks, returns for the final episode of Season 1.  Hugh, Rich, and Drew discuss the latest NBA news and break down the games of a handful college stars, including Gonzaga’s Drew Timme, Houston’s Marcus Sasser, and Dayton’s DaRon Holmes.  Richmond forward Tyler Burton also joins the show for an in-depth interview. 

CHAPTERS:

1. NBA News (8:29)
2. Draft Prospect Breakdowns (43:22)
3. Tyler Burton Interview (1:09:40)
4. Mailbag (1:28:25)

HPP gets back to college hoops with two special guests, Tennessee guard Santiago Vescovi and Dayton big man DaRon Holmes.   Also, we discuss UNC's Pete Nance, Gonzaga's Julian Strawther, the latest with Kevin Durant, and the NBA's highest paid players.

CHAPTERS:

1. KD, NBA Salaries, No. 6, ... (2:41)
2. Pete Nance and Julian Strawther (24:10)
3. Tennessee Hoops (31:08)
4. Santiago Vescovi Interview (50:05)
5. Dayton Hoops (1:12:59)
6. DaRon Holmes Interview (1:22:15)
7. Mailbag (1:37:52)

In this episode of HPP, the gang discusses some burning questions about the future of the NBA as the collective bargaining renegotiation looms over the league. We also check in with returning guest, Law Murray, to discuss the LA Clippers, and are also joined by a new guest,
Noah Levick, who covers the 76ers for NBC Sports Philadelphia.

CHAPTERS:

1. Proposal: Flatten the Lottery Odds (2:37)
2. Proposal: A Change to the SuperMax (15:38)
3. Proposal: Expansion Teams and Cities (27:00)
4. Proposal: The Mid-Season Tournament (42:00)
5. Proposal: The Elam Ending (54:33)
6. Other Rule Changes (1:07:32)
7. Noah Levick Discusses 76ers News (1:21:36)
8. Law Murray Drops In to Talk LA Clippers (1:50:10)
9. Mailbag — KD to Boston? (2:14:40)

NBA Summer League has wrapped up, and HPP's Hugh Baxter has the inside scoop, including some news on James Harden.  Hugh and the rest of the crew discuss the rookies who impressed and disappointed in Summer League action. We also shine some light on the second and third-year prospects who made a name for themselves in Vegas this summer. Finally, we will take a handful of interesting questions from our Mailbag.

The HPP team assembles to discuss some of the exciting movement this NBA off-season. Free agency always packs more than a few surprises, and this one has not disappointed. We have already seen some huge trades, some major signings, and some even bigger trade requests. As usual, the team answers some burning questions from the Mailbag.