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Henry Abbott
Award-winning hard truths about the NBA since 2005.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 52min
Win 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?
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Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 5min
Did 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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Oct 16, 2023 • 57min
Can 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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Oct 13, 2023 • 35min
Prof. 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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Oct 12, 2023 • 56min
NBA 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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Oct 9, 2023 • 46min
Will 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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Oct 5, 2023 • 51min
It'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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Oct 2, 2023 • 50min
Jrue 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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Sep 28, 2023 • 57min
More 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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Sep 25, 2023 • 49min
A 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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