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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Henry's obsession with tolerance of the lumbar spine to shear...it's for his amazing book, due out in 2024! The Nuggets were sublime in last season's playoffs, can they recapture similar magic this season? Burning questions for the Timberwolves, Thunder, TrailBlazers, and Jazz ahead of training camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Nikola Jokic's popularity. Jarod saw a tweet from a Denver sports fan and media member, that got him thinking. Why doesn't the league prioritize his games? What role does Jokic play in his own popularity? David makes an argument that every player in the league is tradable Burning questions for the Hawks, Hornets, Heat, Magic, and Wizards ahead of training camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The truth about the NBA's new load management rules, and what the league's new media rights deal and race has to do with it. The ugly situation with the Houston Rockets' Kevin Porter Jr. Burning questions for the Bulls, Cavaliers, Pistons, Pacers, and Bucks ahead of training camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA failing to medal at FIBA World Cup The brilliance of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander How the Rockets should handle Dillon Brooks coming off a great FIBA tournament  Burning questions for the Celtics, Nets, Knicks, 76ers, and Raptors ahead of training camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA and Team Canada are in the medal round of the FIBA World Cup, are we headed for a gold medal showdown? Dillon Brooks and the line between confidence and insecurity A preview of David's Burning questions for the East's elite article  US Open talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices