Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

First, Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Jorge Sedano & Kendrick Perkins to react live to a unique conclusion to Game 3 of the NBA Finals including the Dallas comeback and where the series goes from here. Then, ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon join Windy to talk Luka getting ejected and the disappointment in not finishing the games. Plus, the guys break down what this means going forward for Luka and give historical context to the Celtics' season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 3 of the NBA Finals including an update on the injury to Kristaps Porzingis & how that will impact the Celtics' gameplan, the significance of Luka receiving pain relieving injections, Kyrie's apology to Luka & need to step up his game and why Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla had such an interesting press conference. Plus, the guys break down the wild ongoing coaching search in LA and where the Lakers may go forward after losing out on Dan Hurley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon join Brian Windhorst to discuss Jrue Holiday's impact on the Celtics, adapting strategies, Dallas needing more from Kyrie, Mavericks turnovers, Porzingis injury effects, and an interesting series with Tatum. They also touch on MacMahon's lesson in fine dining.

On this special episode of The Lowe Post x Hoop Collective crossover, Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst discuss the NBA Finals Game 2 reaction. They break down the Celtics' 105-98 victory over the Mavericks, highlighting how Boston managed to win despite having a lesser game. The hosts delve into Kyrie Irving's struggles and Dallas's costly turnovers, exploring potential options for the Mavericks moving forward. They also address the aftermath of "The Kick" incident and speculate on the adjustments we can expect in the upcoming games. Additionally, Zach and Brian share some travel advice and express their gratitude to the listeners.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest Matt 'Stats' Willams to preview Game 2 of the NBA Finals including how Dallas needs more ball movement, why the Celtics' spacing is so hard to deal with, some key stats to watch and adjustments that need to be made. Plus, reaction to Jason Kidd attempting to stir the pot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this special episode of the Lowe Post x Hoop Collective Crosspodcast, Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst of the Hoop Collective discuss the Celtics' impressive 107-89 Game 1 victory over the Mavericks in the NBA Finals. They examine Porzingis's immediate impact off the bench, the Celtics' stifling defense, and their decision not to double Luka Dončić, leading to his lowest assist numbers in a 35-minute game. The sluggish performance of Kyrie Irving, who scored 12 points on 6-of-19 shooting, is also discussed. The hosts highlight the need for Mavericks' teammates to step up in Game 2, commend the discipline in the Celtics' game plan, and review Boston's even scoring night. Finally, they touch on Sam Hauser's shooting resurgence in Game 1.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview the NBA Finals between the Mavs & Celtics. The guys talk Kristaps Porzingis facing off against his former team, how Boston will approach guarding Luka in this series, why the Celtics' defense is tough to handle, the pressure Tatum faces in this series 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 talk the Lakers’ coaching search, the future for the Cavs with Donovan Mitchell & the coaching situation, the Suns challenge for Mike Budenholzer going forward, some drama for the Timberwolves and a key injury update for the Celtics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Dallas advancing to the NBA Finals on the back of another masterclass from Luka & Kyrie, talk the context surrounding how great this postseason run has been, preview the matchup with Boston in the Finals and talk what the underdog role has been like for Luka so far.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Minnesota avoiding elimination against Dallas, KAT finally hitting some shots in this series, Anthony Edwards stepping up in a major way and if this Wolves team has a chance to complete the impossible this series. Plus, Boston advances to the NBA Finals leading the guys to discuss if the Celtics have been under too much scrutiny this postseason.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices