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Henry Abbott
Award-winning hard truths about the NBA since 2005.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 52min
Are the Mavericks poised for a deep playoff run? NBA eyes on the Final 4
On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The Mavericks are now the hottest team in the NBA after snapping the Rockets' 11-game win streak. Is Dallas peaking at the right time? What's changed?
The Cavaliers are headed in the wrong direction
Alabama is headed to its first Final 4 and David has "NBA eyes" on the Crimson Tide
Why is Nikola Jokic the overwhelming MVP favorite?
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Mar 28, 2024 • 1h 5min
Draymond gets tossed again and the surging Houston Rockets
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The Raptors' Jontay Porter is being investigated in connection to gambling
Are players happy with the way the game is officiated?
Draymond Green was ejected in the opening minutes of a pivotal game for the Warriors. Who's to blame?
The OKC Thunder's playoff limitations
The Rockets have won 10 straight and want to make the play-in
Top 5 teams in the NBA right now
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Mar 25, 2024 • 52min
Does Steph Curry need to play more minutes? Current playoff scenarios
On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The absurd amount of free throws the Lakers took in a win over the Pacers.
The Warriors might fall out of the play-in and some wonder if Steph Curry is playing enough minutes.
Henry Abbott's MVP article
Current playoff scenarios
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Mar 21, 2024 • 49min
The NBA's gambling problem and players on the brink of success
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The NBA has gone all in on gambling, players and coaches already think we're headed for disaster.
David's article on the five players on the brink of success
Ime Udoka's turnaround job in Houston
Top 5 NBA teams right now
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Mar 19, 2024 • 51min
Legendary sportswriter, and author of "The Real Hoosiers" Jack McCallum
On today's special episode Henry Abbott is joined by prolific sportswriter Jack McCallum to discuss his latest book: "The Real Hoosiers: Crispus Attucks High School, Oscar Robertson, and the Hidden History of Hoops". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 18, 2024 • 50min
What's next for Bronny James? Is Zion peaking at the right time?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
The future of Bronny James and David's advice for the young baller.
The Clippers have lost four of five and headed in the wrong direction, what's going on?
Is Zion peaking at the right time?
The brilliance of Kyrie Irving
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Mar 14, 2024 • 57min
Why Shaq is wrong about Rudy Gobert
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Henry Abbott's article on the dangers of playing NBA basketball
The evolution of basketball and the problem with former players critiquing current players
It's Wemby's world
Top 5 NBA teams right now
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Mar 11, 2024 • 57min
Which teams are ready for the playoffs?
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
Senior Night at Florida State for Max Thorpe
It's the final quarter of the regular season, which teams are playoff ready? Which teams are in trouble?
Rudy Gobert fined for flashing money sign at an NBA official. Does the league have a problem?
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Mar 7, 2024 • 50min
A discussion on 3s, healing Haliburton, and bad news for the Wolves
On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss:
TrueHoop founder and CEO Henry Abbott was at the Sloan conference last week and wrote an article about 3s, are they overvalued?
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton has been struggling lately, David wrote an article on how to get him back on track.
Karl-Anthony Towns has a meniscus injury and is out indefinitely, what's next for the Timberwolves?
Top 5 NBA teams right now
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Mar 5, 2024 • 50min
Mind Game: An Inside Look at the Mental Health Playbook of Elite Athletes author Julie Kliegman
On this special edition of the TrueHoop podcast Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector are joined by Julie Kliegman, author of the new book Mind Game.
They discuss the changing landscape of elite athletes' relationship to their mental health, and the public challenges and struggles with the subject. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
