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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

ESPN, Omaha Productions, Brian Windhorst
NBA
Los Angeles Lakers
Dallas Mavericks
Golden State Warriors
New York Knicks
Draymond Green
Warriors
Detroit Pistons
Scotty Barnes
OG Anunoby
Emmanuel Quickley
Jared Allen
Kawhi Leonard
Milwaukee Bucks
Kyrie Irving
Luka Doncic
Evan Mobley
Darius Garland
Cleveland Cavaliers
Luka Dončić

Brian Windhorst and a team of ESPN's Insiders sort out life in and around the NBA world.

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Rockets continuing to struggle in clutch time and if their issues on offense could prevent them from competing with the elite teams in the Western Conference. Plus, the... more

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk about a major win for the Lakers and how Luka is stepping forward as the leader in LA. Next, we discuss OKC getting a big win over the Wolves and SGA fighting to keep his 20-po... more

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to talk the biggest questions that will decide the fate of the season for the Knicks before reacting to Heat coach Erik Spoelstra apologizing to “absolutely no one” about the path ... more

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s heroic performance against the Nuggets including if that epic game ended the MVP debate. Plus, are we concerned about the healing Nuggets at all or en... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Spiro
Trial attorney and Celtics insider/guest on the show
Private practice, prominent defense attorney
Episode: 5 Biggest Questions For Knicks Playoff Chances + Believe In Magic Hot Streak? & State Of Boston With Tatum's Return
Vince Goodwill
ESPN college basketball analyst
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Episode: FULL Breakdown of this Historic 2026 NBA Draft Class + Dybantsa vs. Peterson Debate
King McClure
ESPN college basketball analyst
ESPN
Episode: FULL Breakdown of this Historic 2026 NBA Draft Class + Dybantsa vs. Peterson Debate
Joakim Noah
Former NBA player and current cultural ambassador for youth basketball
Episode: Time For Bucks To Trade Giannis? Tough Decisions For Curry & Warriors + Former NBA Star Joakim Noah Joins!
Kate Riley
Former prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, currently a partner at Pryor Cashman, an attorney specializing in white-collar crime
Pryor Cashman
Episode: Expert Lawyer Explains NBA Gambling Scandal
Jarrett Allen
Center for the Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland Cavaliers
Episode: Concern For Knicks? 76ers Healthy? + Huge Lesson From Rookie Extensions
James Jones
Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations of the NBA
NBA
Episode: NBA’s International Future & Western Conference Tiers
Aaron Turner
President of Verus Basketball and representative of Jonathan Kuminga
Verus Basketball
Episode: FULL Analysis Of Jonathan Kuminga Negotiations
Larry Nance Jr.
Cleveland Cavaliers center forward and minority owner of Leeds United
Cleveland Cavaliers
Episode: Cavs Ready For Finals Contention? + Why NBA Players Love Soccer With Larry Nance Jr.

Host

Brian Windhorst
Lead host; ESPN insider with deep NBA coverage and historical context around league trends.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 8.5k ratings
  • Haters that dont like interruption do not like to talk ball

    Let the boys loose

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Motchys
    United States24 days ago
  • Howdy partners

    Amazing show. Must listen. Unfortunately some new guests are added (Vince etc) but we'll manage.

    Adios amigos!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Omekecko
    Netherlands25 days ago
  • Great insights

    Love you guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joeboeyo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Aggregate This!

    They’ve lost me this season. The show has just become them disclaiming that they are “reporting,” begging not to be aggregated, and giving lame revisionist takes to redeem their earlier misapprehensions (Clippers will be great in 25/6, OKC headed for 70+ wins). They didn’t preview or give any indication they had the slightest clue about any of the major deals that defined the very active trade deadline. If I’m going to listen to a bunch of guys shoot the bull, I’ll listen to my friends - who are... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Joey_307
    United Statesa month ago
  • TMZ of NBA coverage.

    Botemps has given up on actual basketball analysis and lives exclusively in the negative

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LanceThomasSTAN
    United States2 months ago

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Banters and banter-heavy chemistry sometimes distracts from substance.
Shows strong NBA knowledge and sharp analysis.
Useful for staying updated on trades, MVP talk, and league-wide dynamics.
Interruption-heavy format can be polarizing but keeps energy high.
Guests and debates are engaging, though some listeners crave tighter takes.

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Time For Bucks To Trade Giannis? Tough Decisions For Curry & Warriors + Former NBA Star Joakim Noah Joins!
Q: What are you looking to share with the people who are watching?
Joakim expresses that he aims to have deeper conversations with youth about basketball culture as they all share the same dream of making it to the NBA, regardless of their background.
Lakers Need To Make A Move? + Teams To Watch At Deadline & OKC’s Historic Chase
Q: Of the guys who are available, who are now tradeable on Monday, who else is on your short list to watch?
Tyus Jones is on the short list to watch, especially with the emergence of Anthony Black in Orlando.
Expert Lawyer Explains NBA Gambling Scandal
Q: Do you think the ongoing investigations may lead to other individuals being charged?
Yes, the government investigations often continue and can lead to additional evidence and new charges in large conspiracies.
Expert Lawyer Explains NBA Gambling Scandal
Q: Why would Chauncey Billups not have been indicted for his involvement in this case?
Billups may not have had sufficient intent or knowledge about how the information he provided would be used, which could be factors in the prosecutor's decision not to charge him.
Expert Lawyer Explains NBA Gambling Scandal
Q: Can you explain why the first indictment is seen as more traditional while the second is viewed as less traditional?
Riley explains that the first indictment reflects typical organized crime activity and has straightforward legal theories, whereas the second's legal arguments about wire fraud are more aggressive and complex.

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