

TrueHoop
Henry Abbott
Award-winning hard truths about the NBA since 2005.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 50min
Team USA continues to dominate but should we be worried about Steph Curry?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Team USA's victory over South Sudan. The US played well again and David was impressed with South Sudan and head coach Royal Ivey.
Is Bam Adebayo the three-point shooter a thing?
Team USA's best lineup is KD, Bam, Ant-Man, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White and it's because of their defense.
Jarod's not worried about Steph's offense, but he's noticing the shortcomings on defense. David is concerned about both ends of the court.
KD goes on Twitter to talk rigid structure versus random play, which is better?
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Jul 29, 2024 • 58min
Playing sports hurts and Team USA dominates in Olympic debut
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Henry Abbott's article on the wear and tear NBA basketball does to the athletes' bodies
Team USA dominates Serbia, what did David see?
Turning down an extra year on an NBA contract for the chance of making more money later
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Jul 18, 2024 • 1h 10min
Finding more Derrick Whites, the problem with Summer League, owners and dirty money
On today's show Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss:
Henry's article on the importance of affordable players that can be found in Summer League
David's article on the how Summer League isn't the best for player development
The NBA's pending expansion into Las Vegas and Seattle
How dirty will the new NBA owners, and their money, be?
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Jul 15, 2024 • 53min
Peak athletic performance in extreme heat and the latest on Bronny James
On today's episode Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss:
Elite athletes performing in extreme heat
The irony of oil rich nations, that contribute to these extreme conditions, gaining control over pro sports and elite athletes
Doping in sports
The messaging around Bronny James has changed
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Jul 11, 2024 • 54min
Is Team USA a lock to win gold this summer?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Team USA Basketball's first scrimmage and early thoughts on Cooper Flagg
Did Nike keep Jaylen Brown off Team USA?
The NBA's new media rights deal suggests economic prosperity, at least in the short term
What Coach Thorpe looks for when he watches Summer League
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Jul 8, 2024 • 51min
How should we be talking about Bronny James?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Bronny James' summer league debut and how we should be talking about his development
DeMar DeRozan is now on the Kings but David doesn't think he'll be there for long
What are the Spurs trying to build around Victor Wembanyama?
The future of the Hornets
Team USA basketball
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Jul 1, 2024 • 54min
Free agency and NBA silly season
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Paul George signing a four year deal with the 76ers. Could that money have been better spent?
The Thunder added Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein to an already elite defense, what's the plan?
Mavericks retool with Klay Thompson, is he a key piece in a return trip to the Finals?
Are the Clippers heading towards a rebuild?
Chris Paul mentoring Victor Wembanyama
A word on player development
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Jun 27, 2024 • 48min
Draft day emotions, trades, and Bronny James
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
What it's like for players already in the league on draft day
Round 1 surprises
David's article on what teams get wrong about the draft
Bronny James concerns
Mikal Bridges trade
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Jun 24, 2024 • 48min
The Celtics' blueprint and what will the Spurs do in the upcoming draft? w/ Michael C. Wright
On today's show Jarod Hector is joined by NBA.com senior writer Michael C. Wright. They discuss:
What the Celtics have shown the rest of the NBA
How teams should look at the upcoming NBA draft
How will the Spurs look to build around Victor Wembanyama through the draft?
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Jun 20, 2024 • 59min
How many titles can the Celtics win over the next five years?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The Celtics clinching the NBA title
Are the Celtics set up to go on a dynastic run?
What went wrong for the Mavericks and what's next?
David's article on what the other 29 teams can learn from the Celtics
Top 5 teams heading into next season
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