John Hollinger

In this engaging discussion, Wosny Lambre, an insightful NBA analyst, and John Hollinger, a statistical whiz from The Athletic, break down recent free agency shifts. They dive into the Milwaukee Bucks' bold moves with Myles Turner and the implications of Dame Lillard's contract waiving. Insights on the Lakers' strategy with LeBron opting in and the Nuggets' clever acquisition of Cam Johnson highlight the evolving landscape. Plus, they touch on the Hawks and Rockets making smart offseason moves, while Mike Brown's coaching prospects add further intrigue to the NBA mix.

John Hollinger, a veteran NBA analyst renowned for his advanced statistics and team evaluations, joins to examine the most perplexing teams in the league. They dive deep into the Spurs, questioning De'Aaron Fox's fit, and they ponder the Celtics' identity without Tatum. The conversation shifts to the Raptors' lineup struggles and the Rockets' guard play issues. They also dissect the Mavericks' roster construction and speculate on the Suns' rebuilt lineup. Plus, a hint of baseball talk adds some variety!

Chris Mannix, a Senior writer for Sports Illustrated and boxing analyst, shares his thrilling experience at Madison Square Garden during an epic Knicks comeback against the Pacers. He dives into key performances and coaching choices that shaped the game. Joining him, John Hollinger, a Senior columnist for The Athletic known for his analytical insight, discusses lesser-known NBA teams like the Clippers and Magic, exploring their offseason challenges and potential strategies. Expect lively banter and sharp insights on the ever-evolving NBA landscape!

NBA analysts John Hollinger & Nate Duncan discuss Boston's historical success, Dallas's future improvement, and recent NBA transactions. They evaluate top draft prospects like Ron Holland and analyze player contracts. The podcast also covers recent trades, including Caruso to OKC and Giddey to Sacramento, along with player fit and potential impact on different teams.

Warriors attempted to trade for LeBron James, LeBron's future in LA, recent surges of Lakers and Warriors, Rookie of the Year debate, Klay Thompson coming off the bench, Deni Avdija's recent play, concerns for Milwaukee, impressiveness of Brandon Miller's season, Scoot Henderson's confusing rookie year, Houston Rockets' guard room, and more!

Zach and John Hollinger of The Athletic outline the Damian Lillard trade landscape in Miami and beyond, the James Harden situation, winners and losers in free agency, and much more. (2:45) Zach and Hollinger discuss a Dame trade to Miami(10:55) Trade ideas for Dame outside of Miami (11:00)- Dame to Clippers ideas(14:00)- Dame to San Antonio ideas(18:25) - Dame to Boston ideas(31:15)- Dame to the Sixers(44:00) Dame to the Nets(47:20) Dame to the Knicks(39:55) James Harden discussion(59:50) Offseason Winners and Losers55:00 (Dallas Mavericks)(1:00:00) Sacramento Kings(1:06:00) Los Angeles Lakers(1:08:30) Indiana Pacers(1:12:45) Houston Rockets and Toronto Raptors(1:22:45) Cleveland Cavs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Hollinger, a renowned basketball analyst known for his deep statistical insights, joins Nate Duncan and Danny Leroux to evaluate the top NBA prospects under 23 years old. They rank players like Victor Wembanyama as the clear number one due to his unmatched ceiling and defensive prowess. The discussion also highlights Cooper Flagg's potential, Chet Holmgren's versatile defense, and Alperen Şengün’s offensive uniqueness. The trio assesses emerging talents like Reed Sheppard, Keonte George, and Kon Knueppel, diving into player strengths, weaknesses, and their future in the league.

In this insightful discussion, John Hollinger, an NBA analytics pioneer and former front office insider, teams up with Nate to analyze the organizational strengths of various NBA teams. They highlight why the Oklahoma City Thunder tops the rankings with exceptional drafting and development. The duo also delves into Boston's challenges with new ownership, Houston's asset strategy, Golden State's rebuilding efforts, and Miami's cap creativity mixed with cost-saving strategies. They also critique Philadelphia's management and the Knicks' cap practices, setting the stage for a deeper dive in future discussions.

John Hollinger, an official Summer League Award Voter and basketball analyst, dives into the standout moments from this year's Summer League. He shares insights on the most promising rookies, evaluates disappointing performances, and highlights potential MVP candidates. The discussion covers who might be the best sleeper picks and which players could become future stars. Hollinger also reflects on overrated and underrated prospects, shedding light on how summer showings can shape perceptions and careers in the NBA.

Zach and John Hollinger from The Athletic predict the major NBA awards and make their Finals picks for the 2022-23 season. Plus, they debate Zach's League Pass Rankings.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices