TrueHoop

By Henry Abbott

Award-winning hard truths about the NBA since 2005.... more

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The podcast currently has 592 episodes available.

TrueHoop episodes:

October 23, 2023Win projections and more Victor Wembanyama talk
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Win projections for NBA teams and why David does not see any juggernauts running away with the regular season
Grizzlies lose Steven Adams for the season, what does it mean?
Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett say Victor Wembanyama is a top-5 player based on skills, does David agree?
The NBA is hoping to secure $50-75 billion on its new broadcast deal, who might be the bidders?
Tomorrow at 7pm EST the TrueHoop crew along with Tom Haberstroh, Jared Dubin, and Katie Heindl will be taking part in the NBA Opening Night Watch Along on Substack. It will be lots of fun. Click here for more info.

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52min
October 19, 2023Did ESPN publish a Ja Morant hit piece?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
ESPN published a story about Ja Morant and Grizzlies fans are calling it a "hit piece."
David's preseason observations, including Ben Simmons
The potential of the Phoenix Suns
Five bold predictions

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October 16, 2023Can Sam Cassell help Jayson Tatum become the best player in the league?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Sam Cassell's addition to the Celtics coaching staff and the potential impact on Jayson Tatum and Joe Mazzulla
More on the NBA's claim that science doesn't support load management
Jarod is having fun watching Victor Wembanyama
James Harden trade talk and the problem with NBA "newsbreakers"

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57min
October 13, 2023Prof. Ibram X. Kendi, host and executive producer of "Skin In The Game"
On today's special episode Jarod Hector is joined by Professor Ibram X. Kendi, the director of the BU Center for Antiracist Research and the host and executive producer of the ESPN+ series "Skin In The Game." They discuss:
Prof. Kendi and his center have been in the news for layoffs amid raising $55 million over three years, and a lack of research produced. Where is the money and what is going on?
Why does Prof. Kendi believe sports is a fertile ground for antiracism?
Athletes and their platforms
Prof. Kendi's hopes as a New York Knicks fan

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36min
October 12, 2023NBA says load management is not supported by science and preseason observations
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The NBA says scientific data doesn't support load management
Chet Holmgren vs. Victor Wembanyama for the future of NBA supremacy
Preseason thoughts on Zion Williamson, Zaire Williams, Tyler Herro, Thomas Bryant and Scottie Barnes

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56min
October 09, 2023Will there be a juggernaut in the league this year?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Ben Simmons and the importance of empathy and clear communication between an athlete and a coach
Monty Williams poor framing of analytics
Parity in the league
Suns, Raptors and Mavericks preseason play

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46min
October 05, 2023It's always personal in the NBA and projecting the top 15 players at season's end
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Teams in the NBA trade contracts but there are people and real lives involved
Are the Bucks "hiding" the truth about Khris Middleton's injury?
David's article on 64 good and getable players this season
The top 15 players at the end of the season

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52min
October 02, 2023Jrue Holiday is a Celtic and the best starting five units in the league
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The Jrue Holiday trade and what that means for the Celtics
The Portland TrailBlazers present and future
Best starting five units in the NBA
Latest on James Harden and Philadelphia
Early MVP discussion

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50min
September 28, 2023More analysis of the Damian Lillard trade and the balance of power in the west
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The Damian Lillard trade and what it means for this year's title chase and the future of the Blazers
Jabari Parker has thoughts on the NBA
Burning questions for the Warriors, Clippers, Lakers, Suns, and Kings ahead of training camp

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58min
September 25, 2023A big star will be traded before the season, and it's not Dame
On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The latest around the Damian Lillard trade and what people should and shouldn't believe
It's been quiet in Philadelphia, and David wonders why
Burning questions for the Mavericks, Rockets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, and Spurs ahead of training camp

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50min

FAQs about TrueHoop:

How many episodes does TrueHoop have?

The podcast currently has 592 episodes available.

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