Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Cavs’ ongoing struggles including what, if anything, they can do to turn their season around. Plus, the guys explain some key NBA officiating controversies in the last few days before talking about Anthony Edwards’ epic performance and OKC’s first stumbles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Bontemps’ 1st MVP Straw Poll of the season including if we are set for another historic battle between Jokic and SGA, some surprising newcomers to the list and who truly has a chance for the award this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the Knicks big victory to claim the NBA Cup over the Spurs including what San Antonio showed the league during this run. Plus, the guys discuss some big updates from NBA commissioner Adam Silver including if there may be a new home for the NBA Cup, some major updates on league expansion and what may come of the Heat & Terry Rozier. Finally, we talk Cooper Flagg’s outrageous play of late and a passionate reaction from Ime Udoka. Le...

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to some wild NBA Cup Semifinal action in Las Vegas. The guys talk the Spurs making a major statement against OKC including if this demonstrates San Antonio’s ability to be a top 4 seed in the Western Conference. Then, the guys break down if the Knicks are an elite contending team before talking about the Cavs continuing struggles. Finally, ‘International Windy’ describes his time at one of the greatest basketball events he has been to. Learn more about your ad cho...

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vincent Goodwill and Bobby Marks to react to the Spurs exposing some of the Lakers' key weaknesses, the guys discuss if LA needs to address them at the deadline. Plus, we talk how far ahead of schedule San Antonio’s young talent may be. Then, the crew breaks down the challenges rebuilding in the NBA before talking the historic domination from the Thunder including if any team can stop them from achieving history. Finally, what players and teams to keep an eye on for trade season. Learn more ab...

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the NBA Cup quarterfinals in the Eastern Conference including big wins for the Knicks and Magic. Plus, do the Knicks have a real chance to run away with the East? Then, the guys preview the NBA Cup quarterfinals in the Western Conference by talking if the Suns have any chance against OKC and if the Spurs can surprise the Lakers. Finally, can the Thunder win 70 games or more this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss LeBron’s major bounce back in a clutch win for the Lakers over the 76ers, why the Celtics improving play could open the door for a Tatum return, Pat Spencer’s new mantra for the Warriors, the Bulls’ struggles returning, Memphis stepping up and the latest on the Terry Rozier situation including what it means for the Heat. Plus, a new installment of 'Where in the World is Windy?’ begins.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Anthony Slater and Vincent Goodwill to talk the possibility of a Giannis trade including what destinations could make sense and why a trade from the Bucks would be so challenging. Plus, the guys discuss Cooper Flagg continuing to improve, what to make of Chris Paul’s unique exit from the Los Angeles Clippers and get insight into Chet Holmgren’s development following his injury last season to where OKC wants him to be to create a dynasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss their concern level with LeBron’s struggles, if LA’s stars make sense together on defense and the huge game from Dillon Brooks for the Suns. Then, the crew talks the continuing disaster for the Clippers and the mounting injuries in Denver before awarding the Cojones Factor Player of the Month and much more.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss a wild ending in Philadelphia between the Hawks & 76ers before discussing the state of Embiid in his return and how Atlanta looks without Trae Young. Then, the guys talk some potential lottery pick madness for the Thunder, some award drama, the Cavs & Wolves lingering struggles and the depth of the Spurs coming in handy without Wemby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon for our special Friendsgiving episode as our crew welcomes some of our favorite guests to talk about everything from major NBA storylines to the best type of ice to put in your beverages. In this edition we welcome ESPN’s Anthony Slater to talk if it is time to be concerned about the Warriors, ESPN’s Vince Goodwill to discuss if the Pistons are ready to make a major move to be a contender, ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne to talk new info on the sale of the Lakers & detai...

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss some of the biggest lessons learned from the early NBA season including why an Anthony Davis trade will be challenging for Dallas, the MVP to this point, some injury concerns, emerging stars and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton to discuss the reports that LaMelo Ball is open to a trade and some major shakeups in the Lakers’ front office. Then, we dive into our 2025-26 Small Sample-Size Theater to talk Houston’s unique path to the best offense in the NBA, if the Thunder can win over 70 games, the Rookie of the Year race, which conference is better and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the many injuries to the stars across the NBA and what is causing the rise in players missing time. Then, the guys discuss if the Bucks can survive without Giannis including if the depth in the Eastern Conference could be more challenging than the Western Conference. Plus, with Wembanyama, Castle and Harper sidelined can the Spurs stay alive in the West? Finally, we talk if the vibes around the 76ers are improving and what you can expect from a big matchup between the Rockets & Cavs. <...

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the incredible games we have already seen to start the NBA season including a wild slate of finishes over the weekend. Then, the guys discuss the significance of the Hawks’ success without Trae Young, the Knicks compounding injuries, why the Cavs have not reached their ceiling from last year yet and how wide open the Eastern Conference is. Finally, the crew talks Kevin Durant’s ability to remain an elite scorer, the Pelican’s parting ways with coach Willie Green and if the Thunder could win over 70 ga...

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vincent Goodwill and Ramona Shelburne to discuss the Clippers’ concerning start to the season, Jokic’s historic performance in LA, why Denver are legit contenders, how LeBron will fit upon returning to the Lakers, the impact of Brunson’s injury on the Knicks and OKC’s dominance over the league thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss what led to the firing of Dallas GM Nico Harrison including a unique atmosphere for the Bucks-Mavs game, the impact on the team and why it happened now. Plus, what will happen for the Mavericks moving forward and if they should consider trading Anthony Davis or Kyrie Irving. Then, the guys talk a concerning injury to Cleveland’s star guard Darius Garland before discussing the ascension of Stephon Castle in San Antonio and if the Magic are turning things around. Learn more about your...

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Pistons looking poised for another big leap forward this season, the Rockets winning games how good teams do, the Suns outperforming expectations, if it's time to panic about the Clippers, Jokic’s dominance, the drama in Dallas and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Anthony Slater and Vincent Goodwill to talk Russell Westbrook’s turn back the clock night, if the Warriors’ early season injuries are a concern for the aging team, the sustainability of the Knicks finding their stride and how wide open the Eastern Conference is. Plus, could Detroit be a potential buyer at the deadline and are the Mavs hurting Cooper Flagg’s development with the squad’s current structure? All that and some bonus storytimes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Victor Wembanyama looking to bounce back in a big matchup with the Lakers, LA’s surprising start despite injuries, the Cavs getting healthier, the Rockets high powered offense, the latest on Ja Morant’s future in Memphis and the surprising start to the season for the Jazz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices