Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to some chaotic results in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The guys tackle the potentially series altering injury to Victor Wembanyama as the Blazers even the series before breaking down how much danger the Spurs may be in. Next, the guys break down the disastrous Rockets offense even in Durant’s return as LeBron James continues to carry the Lakers in the playoffs. Then, we discuss the shocking upset by the 76ers including why Boston continues to give away some playoff games after being in control. Finally, the crew talks about the Knicks stunning loss to the Hawks and if that opens the door to an upset before addressing Minnesota’s big win in Denver and reminding us how uncertain this series is.

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to an exciting opening weekend for the NBA Playoffs. The guys tackle a few major upsets including the Magic’s stunner in Detroit and if the Pistons are in real danger in this series. Next, the guys tackle if LeBron can lead the Lakers past the Rockets and discuss if KD will be back. Finally we talk Wemby's playoff debut and talk about the other major storylines you need to be watching.  

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to LaMelo Ball’s fine for his incident with Bam Adebayo and discuss if he should have been suspended. Then, we tackle the NBA’s ruling to allow Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham to be eligible for end of season awards. Finally, we do a full preview of every playoff series in the Eastern and Western Conference.

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to a wild start to the NBA postseason starting with the wild and controversial ending between the Heat & Hornets. They guys break down the play everyone is talking about between Bam Adebayo and LaMelo Ball including if there could be ramifications moving forward and the epic final sequences that decided the game. Plus, we discuss the other fascinating ending between the Suns & Trailblazers before previewing the upcoming games this week.

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the final day of the regular season including some shocking upsets with a huge impact on playoff seeding. Plus, we look ahead to some of the most interesting storylines for Round 1 of the NBA playoffs. Finally, we break down some curious end of season messages from Giannis.

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to react to tanking issues creating headlines for the NBA before diving into some of the most interesting seeding battles over the final days of the regular season. The guys break down if some teams should be avoiding certain matchups and the impact of some injuries on the playoff picture. Finally, Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud joins the show to discuss his rookie season including his bond with Russell Westbrook, his experiences growing up with Victor Wembanyama and more.

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Bulls firing VP Arturas Karnisovas & GM Marc Eversley including how Chicago could finally be moving in the right direction. Plus, why the matchup between the Hawks & Cavs is so intriguing from a playoff seeding perspective before talking how Denver’s big wins of late could aid them in their quest for a deep playoff run. Finally, is it time for the Lakers to shut down LeBron for the rest of the regular season so he is ready for the playoffs?

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down Cooper Flagg making a case for Rookie Of The Year with some historic statement performances. Then, we dive into the biggest final week storylines in both conferences including Giannis' drama with the Bucks, some epic playoff races to watch, the disastrous injuries to the Lakers and much more.

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the final release of Bontemps’ MVP Straw Poll for this season including if Wemby has any chance to beat out SGA for MVP and if Luka has any chance to contend. Plus, we break down a unique Rookie of the Year race between Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg.

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss some coaches expressing frustration with the whistle Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been getting. Then, the guys tackle Mark Cuban’s comments on his biggest regret with selling the Mavericks. Next, ESPN’s Dave McMenamin joins to break down LeBron’s future including where he may play next season. Finally, we dish out the Cojones Factor Player of the Month and give a shoutout for an important cause.

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