Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss who will win the major awards in the NBA including MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year and more!. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The hosts dive into the impressive comeback of Lonzo Ball after his long injury. They discuss the added pressure on players like Jamal Murray and Paul George following their big contracts. Sabrina Ionescu's impactful shot in the WNBA Finals and the success of her shoes take the spotlight. Attention shifts to how Isaiah Hartenstein's injury affects the Thunder's roster. There's also playful banter about Wembanyama's trash talk and insights from a trip to the Intuit Dome.

Shams Charania, an ESPN NBA Insider known for breaking major news, and Ramona Shelburne, senior writer covering the Lakers, dive into the intricacies of the NBA. They discuss notable trades that almost happened, adding intrigue to the landscape. The focus shifts to Jamal Murray's crucial role in Denver and the potential of Russell Westbrook to influence the Nuggets. Shams also touches on upcoming rookie contract extensions, evaluating the impact of performance-driven negotiations as teams navigate challenges and talent development in the evolving NBA environment.

The discussion kicks off with the 76ers navigating Joel Embiid's playing time to optimize his health for a demanding season. A humorous look at NBA travel woes highlights the unpredictable nature of sports journalism. There's buzz surrounding the coaching reunion of Doc Rivers and J.J. Redick, adding excitement to the season. Insights into the competitive landscape emphasize playoff implications, while accountability among coaches stirs a lively debate. The potential sale of the Celtics brings financial speculation into the mix, rounding out a season full of intriguing dynamics.

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down some of the young talent around the league that could be set for breakout seasons including Victor Wembanyama with the addition of Chris Paul, Jalen Williams as the 2nd star in OKC, the youth movement in Houston that could have a major move on the horizon and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the significance of the preseason debuts for KAT in New York, DiVincenzo in Minnesota, Bronny James Jr. in LA and more! Plus, why championship contenders in Boston & Denver showed the key feature that will separate them this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst, Tim MacMahon, and Tim Bontemps check-in from with the early training camp coverage of the Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat, Memphis Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks, and Cleveland Cavaliers.1:35 Can Joel Embiid and Paul George lead the 76ers to the Finals?11:30 Is this the end of the Jimmy Butler Era in Miami?21:20 Can Memphis compete in the West?27:50 Are the Pelicans a serious contender?34:51 Can Dallas repeat last year's success?39:10 Do the Cavs pieces fit together? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by our ESPN NBA reporters at a variety of locations from media days across the league to break down ALL of the biggest storylines of the day including a father & son interview in LA, the start to the season without Klay in Golden State & with Klay in Dallas, the impact of the blockbuster trade in NY and much more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Bobby Marks to break down every aspect of the of the Knicks-Timberwolves trade centered around Karl-Anthony Towns going to NY and Julius Randle & Donte DiVincenzo heading to Minnesota. The guys talk everything from how this impacts the future of the two teams, the humongous bet being made in this deal and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Dave McMenamin and one of the NBA's premier photographers, Nathaniel “Nat” S. Butler to talk the stories behind some of the most iconic photos in NBA history and their new book ‘Courtside: 40 Years of NBA Photography’ that just came out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices