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May 20, 2024 • 1h 15min

Were the Knicks' playoff injuries preventable?

On today's show Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Why and how did the Knicks literally breakdown? The Pacers young and fun nine-man rotation Nikola Jokic did not look like an MVP in the second half of Game 7 Karl-Anthony Towns and Naz Reid were great, how did the former's foul trouble lead to the latter's success? The Mavericks' advanced to the conference finals, can they beat the Wolves? The future is bright for the OKC Thunder, right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 16, 2024 • 1h 12min

Nikola Jokic is unfair, Wolves, Thunder and Pacers on the brink of elimination, and Bronny James

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article on what to do if you draft Bronny James The Celtics advance to their third straight Eastern Conference finals, is all ok in Boston? What's next for the Cavaliers? The Mavericks have the Thunder on the brink of elimination How unfair is Nikola Jokic? Will the Pacers vs. Knicks series go to a Game 7? Top 5 playoff performers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 13, 2024 • 58min

The Nuggets fought back, the Knicks are broken, and the young Thunder face adversity

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Nuggets have evened their series with the Timberwolves. What's worked the last two games for the defending champs? The Knicks are falling apart, literally. Heavy minutes and injuries are taking a toll and the Pacers have evened the series. Can the Knicks fight back? The Celtics rebounded after a loss in Game 2 and should make quick work of the Cavaliers en route to the Eastern Conference Finals. Will the Kristaps Porzingis injury ultimately hurt the Celtics? The Mavericks are up 2-1 on the young Thunder, who are facing playoff adversity for the first time. How will they respond in a pivotal Game 4? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 9, 2024 • 1h 12min

Can the Pacers match the intensity and physicality of the Knicks?

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Nikola Jokic's third MVP Hornets hire Charles Lee as new head coach, are things changing for the better in Charlotte? The Knicks lead the Pacers 2-0 and David thinks one team plays like their hair is on fire, the other like a day at the beach Wolves have the defending champs in a vice grip and the series might be over The Thunder haven't lost a playoff game yet, is David a believer? Top-5 playoff teams and performers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 6, 2024 • 54min

Are the Nuggets in trouble?

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Cavaliers outlasting the Magic in Game 7. What's next for Orlando and does Cleveland have a shot against Boston? Are the Pacers mature enough to beat the Knicks? Will the Knicks run out of gas? Should the defending champion Nuggets be worried? What specific problems do the Wolves present and can the Nuggets overcome with a hobbled Jamal Murray and no bench? How can the Thunder stop Luka and Kyrie? Can the Thunder out athlete the Mavericks? TrueHoop is sponsored by BetterHelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 2, 2024 • 1h 15min

Can anyone stop the Celtics? Can the Wolves and Thunder advance to the Western Conference finals?

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics dismantling of the Heat. Can anyone stop this juggernaut on their way to the finals? How concerning is the Kristaps Porzingis injury? The Mavericks are in the driver's seat, can the Clippers come back down 3-2? The Knicks lose a heartbreaker in Game 5 to the 76ers. Tyrese Maxey was incredible, can he extend that series, or will the Knicks close it out in Philly? David was concerned about the Pacers heading into Game 5 and they got blown out. The Bucks are confident and their stars might be returning soon. Is this series going to a Game 7? Jarod wonders if the Thunder are young and "dumb" enough to get to the Western Conference finals? Nuggets finish off the Lakers and play the Wolves in the next round. Can the Wolves pull the upset? Top 5 playoff teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 29, 2024 • 1h 6min

Is this the playoffs of Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves?

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Wolves dismantling of the Suns and the ascending Anthony Edwards. Will he be the best player in the league? Where do the old and expensive Suns go from here? The Pacers have pushed the Bucks to the brink of elimination, but David has a warning for the young Pacers. The Clippers and Mavericks are tied at 2-2 after a wild game with insane shotmaking. How does David advise his clients on how to guard the elite offensive players? The Knicks lead the 76ers 3-1 and Joel Embiid is mad about Knicks fans taking over the arena in Philadelphia. How good and fun is Jalen Brunson? Magic and Cavaliers are tied 2-2 The Celtics right the ship and lead the Heat 2-1 The Thunder look to sweep the Pelicans Can the Lakers force a game six against the defending champion Nuggets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 10min

The brilliance of Erik Spoelstra, the inevitable Nuggets, and more playoff observations

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Erik Spoelstra rallying his Miami Heat to win in Boston. What was the game plan? The Nuggets won a thrilling Game 2 on a Jamal Murray buzzer beater, are the Lakers done? David thinks LeBron and AD believe so. The young Thunder have been impressive through two games, how will they do on the road? Knicks are up 2-0 after a "controversial" win at home. What's on tap for Game 3, and is Joel Embiid becoming a liability? The Pacers and Clippers win road games to even their series The Suns might get swept by the Timberwolves Top 5 NBA teams in the playoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 22, 2024 • 1h 8min

Playoff Game 1 overreactions, what to expect in Game 2's, and what everyone gets wrong about Rudy Gobert

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics beatdown of the Heat, will Miami get swept? The Pacers played terribly and Damian Lillard was on fire in the first half for the Bucks, did we get that series wrong? The Clippers defended well, James Harden and Paul George were very good, what can the Mavericks do better? Who will step up to help Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving? The Thunder beat the Pelicans in the best game of the weekend. But David saw a lot of bad basketball on the floor. How far could the Magic go in these playoffs, if they had a mature offensive player? Joel Embiid is hobbled and Tyrese Maxey is questionable for game 2 vs. the Knicks. Does Philly have a chance in this series? The Nuggets are inevitable in this series, can the Lakers win a game? Anthony Edwards dominated game 1 vs. the Suns, is it his time? The Wolves' Rudy Gobert is overrated according to some of his NBA peers. David breaks down what many people, including players, get wrong about Rudy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 18, 2024 • 47min

The 2-for-1 at the end of quarters, 76ers as a dangerous seven seed, and more playoff talk

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The 2-for-1 at the end of quarters in basketball. Is it always the right thing to do? The Lakers beat the Pelicans and will face the defending champion Nuggets in round one. Has anything changed for the Lakers that would suggest they could win the series? The 76ers beat the Heat and will play the Knicks in round one. Should the Knicks be worried? How does Joel Embiid look? The Kings, Pelicans, Bulls and Heat will play for the final two playoff spots Is the Warriors dynasty finally over? On Monday's show Jarod and Henry Abbott made David pick playoff winners before he did his homework. Now that he's done studying, has he changed his mind? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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