
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective
Brian Windhorst and a team of ESPN's Insiders sort out life in and around the NBA world.
Latest episodes

Aug 20, 2024 • 1h 1min
Drafting The Best Franchise Starting Players Around The NBA
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to draft the best players to start a franchise with right now in all of basketball and who may become the future of the league. Plus, who may tank for Cooper Flagg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 16, 2024 • 1h 11min
NBA Stock Market – Are You Buying Or Selling A Teams Future?
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to tackle the NBA Stock Market and tell us what teams they are buying or selling going forward including why some MVPs may not be able to save their teams from trending downwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 12, 2024 • 1h 7min
Team USA’s Historic Gold Medal + Future Of Olympic Basketball For LA 2028
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the impact of Team USA’s dramatic gold medal victory including Steph Curry’s heroics, Embiid’s significance to the team, LeBron’s astonishing production, the rationale behind Tatum’s limited minutes and more. Plus, the crew questions if LeBron & AD’s production calls into question the Lakers’ recent inability to build around them, Victor Wembanyama’s brilliance & incredibly bright future right away and look ahead to LA 2028 and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 8, 2024 • 58min
Lauri Markkanen Extension Impact, Where Do Warriors Go From Here? Olympic Semis Update
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the impact of the Lauri Markkanen extension on the future of the Jazz, how they plan on moving forward, what missing out on Lauri means for the Warriors and where Golden State goes from here. Plus, a wild game for France at the Olympics, why Serbia is as tough as anyone to play and the mentality of Team USA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 5, 2024 • 60min
NBA’s International Future, Challengers To Team USA? A Star's Concerning Struggles
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the future of the NBA in Europe, preview the quarterfinals of the Olympics, talk if any team can challenge Team USA, discuss a star who has struggled during the tournament that could be cause for concern for the upcoming NBA season and get a Cavs Corner update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 31, 2024 • 1h 3min
Team USA dominates despite Jayson Tatum being benched, Tyus Jones signing with the Suns
Jayson Tatum, a star player known for his dynamic play, discusses the controversy surrounding his benching during Team USA's stunning win against Serbia. Tyus Jones, fresh off signing with the Phoenix Suns, shares insights on adapting to his new role on a veteran minimum contract. The conversation dives into basketball strategies and dynamics within the team. The hosts also highlight the significance of teamwork and player respect amidst the competitive atmosphere of international basketball.

Jul 26, 2024 • 50min
Full Olympic Preview + What Is Going On In Utah…Again?
Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon join Brian Windhorst to preview the Paris Olympics basketball tournament, discussing tough competitors against Team USA and trade talks in Utah. They also explore the impact of player performances, team dynamics, and potential spoilers in the competition.

Jul 23, 2024 • 49min
LeBron Is Still The Guy For Team USA + Mobley Extension
ESPN reporters Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon discuss Team USA's close games, LeBron James as the team's closer, and Kevin Durant's injury. They also talk about Evan Mobley's contract extension and player improvement in Cleveland for championship aspirations.

Jul 19, 2024 • 1h 7min
2024/25 NBA Season Win Total Reaction
Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon join Brian Windhorst to discuss NBA season win totals, undervalued teams, Team USA's exhibitions, and a Windy luggage check. They also analyze Gary Trent Jr.'s impact, challenges of a playoff team without a center, and predictions for various NBA teams.

Jul 15, 2024 • 50min
Biggest Offseason Winners & Losers
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Kevin Pelton to talk the biggest winners & losers of the NBA offseason so far including a hugely impactful extension for Jalen Brunson in New York, the 76ers’ & Thunder’s key moves, tough losses for the Bulls & Clippers, some teams with under the radar moves and more! Plus, some early NBA Summer League reactions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices