In the forty-seventh episode of the Hot Hand Theory podcast, Geoff and XJ are joined by Bleacher Report’s Molly Morrison to break down the biggest NBA storylines of the 2024 season! From blockbuster NBA trades to unexpected NBA drama, Molly helps us rank everything in our official NBA Storyline Tier List.

Which NBA narratives actually matter? Which ones are overblown? And which ones could define the future of the league? With Molly Morrison’s unique perspective and Hot Hand Theory’s data-driven analysis, we separate fact from hype.

Of course, we had to talk about the New York Knicks—how does Tom Thibodeau’s rotation and heavy minutes stack up against the league’s biggest stories?

Key Topics:

🔹 Ranking the NBA’s Biggest Storylines – The most important NBA news & narratives, tiered.

🔹 Luka Doncic Traded to the Lakers?! – The blockbuster NBA trade rumor that shocked the league.

🔹 Knicks Rotation Controversy – Is Thibodeau overplaying Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, and OG Anunoby?

🔹 The NBA’s Next Superstars – With LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant aging, who takes over?

🔹 OKC Thunder’s Dominant Season – Are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren leading a title contender?

This NBA podcast is a must-watch for NBA fans featuring Molly Morrison whose new show is now available on Bleacher Report’s Tik Tok and her personal Instagram (links below).

In the second part of the forty-sixth episode of the Hot Hand Theory Podcast, Geoff and XJ dive deep into Nikola Jokic's historic offensive season and what it means for the GOAT debate. Could he one day challenge LeBron and Jordan for the title of the greatest? The numbers say he’s on pace to be closer than you think.Jokic is on track to have the most dominant offensive prime in NBA history and yet no one seems to be talking about it. We’re breaking it all down, from his absurd 45% three-point shooting on career-high volume to his career-high assist percentage to go along with his career-low turnover percentage to his record-shattering LEBRON, EPM, and BPM metrics. But it’s not just Jokić—the Denver Nuggets are rolling right now.Key Topics:🔸 Record-Breaking Metrics – Jokic ranks top 3 in offensive impact ever, only behind 2016 Steph Curry.🔸 GOAT Debate Shift? – Could Jokić’s pre-30 peak put him in the conversation with Jordan & LeBron?🔸 What’s Next? – If this continues into his 30s, Jokić could be the overall NBA GOAT.🔸 Nuggets’ Dominance – Winners of eight straight games, is Denver now in the top tier of contenders in the West?🔸 Supporting Cast Heating Up – Murray is looking more like himself again and Michael Porter Jr. was playing some of the best basketball of his career before going down. 🔸 Christian Braun’s Emergence – The young wing is actualizing into a critical piece of Denver’s future.No matter who’s on the floor, as long as Jokić is in the game, the Nuggets are dominating, proving that his offensive impact is simply unstoppable.🔥 Drop a comment—Are the Nuggets a top title contender? Is Jokić’s pre-30 peak already among the greatest ever? We respond to every single comment, whether we agree or disagree!

In the forty-sixth episode of the Hot Hand Theory Podcast, Geoff and XJ take a hard look at where the Knicks stand at the All-Star break. With 54 games down and the playoffs on the horizon, it's time to ask the big question—is this team truly built for a deep run, or is a critical change needed?The Knicks have won 9 of their last 11, proving their resilience despite key injuries. But while the record looks strong, underlying concerns remain. OG Anunoby is still out, Deuce McBride just went down, and the team’s most-played lineup has been mediocre. With Mitchell Robinson set to return, Thibs faces a season-defining decision—stick with what’s working, or shake things up before the playoffs?Plus, Geoff responds to recent criticism from another NBA content creator, breaking down his take on the Knicks and why evaluating this team through a championship lens is more important than ever.Key Topics:🔹 The Knicks Keep Winning—But Are They Built for a Playoff Run? – What’s been working despite key injuries, and how Brunson, Bridges, and Towns have elevated their play.🔹 The Knicks’ Starting Lineup Problem – The data says it’s just average—so what needs to change before the playoffs?🔹 Mitchell Robinson’s Return – Will Mitch + Towns work, or will it hurt spacing too much? How could his return reshape the Knicks’ identity?🔹 The Deuce McBride Dilemma – Does McBride NEED to start? The case for inserting him into the lineup to maximize defense and balance rotations.🔹 Geoff Responds to NBA Content Creator Criticism – A heated debate on how the Knicks should be judged—by regular-season wins, or true title potential?🔹 What the Knicks Must Do in the Final 28 Games – Three possible paths for Thibs—and why the Knicks' future will be defined by his choice.With only 28 games left, the Knicks are at a crossroads. Do they ride the wave or make a bold move to chase a title?

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In the forty-fifth episode of the Hot Hand Theory Podcast, Geoff and XJ break down the Knicks’ trade deadline moves and why their quiet approach might actually be a good sign for their title hopes. While some fans expected a big move, the Knicks instead made a subtle but strategic addition—acquiring Delon Wright while moving on from Jericho Sims. But did they do enough?In this episode, Geoff and XJ discuss how the Knicks' front office has brought to life Thibs’ ideal vision for this roster, why Karl-Anthony Towns' role could shift in a bigger way than some expect once Mitchell Robinson returns, and the Knicks' ongoing tension between spacing vs. rebounding. The Knicks have won 7 of their last 8 games, and fans have every reason to celebrate. But is this team truly built to win a championship? XJ and Geoff break down why both perspectives matter—why Knicks fans should be able to soak in every win, and why, at the same time, it’s fair to analyze the roster through the lens of title contention and nothing less.Key Topics:🔹 Why the Knicks’ Quiet Trade Deadline Was a Win – No blockbuster move? No problem. Here’s why Delon Wright was the right addition.🔹 Enjoying the Moment vs. Chasing a Title – Can we fully appreciate this season while demanding a championship-level standard?🔹 Thibs’ Vision for This Roster – Why the Knicks continue to prioritize rebounding and rim protection over spacing, and what that means for their playoff chances.🔹 What Happens When Mitch Returns? – How the Towns-Mitch dynamic could define the Knicks’ identity moving forward.🔹 Are the Knicks Legit Contenders? – Did they do enough at the deadline to compete with Boston and Milwaukee, or is one more move needed?This episode is about more than just X’s and O’s—it’s about what it means to be a Knicks fan. We break down the unique experience of winning in New York, why expectations should be high, and how this team’s ceiling is still being defined.

In the forty-second episode of the Hot Hand Theory Podcast, XJ and Geoff are joined by none other than Jonathan Macri, the Dean of Knicks Film School and an absolute legend in Knicks content creation. Jon sits down with us to break down the Knicks’ current season and tackle some big questions about their sustainability as contenders.