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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

ESPN, Omaha Productions, Brian Windhorst
NBA
Oklahoma City Thunder
Victor Wembanyama
New York Knicks
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Cleveland Cavaliers
San Antonio Spurs
Lebron James
Los Angeles Lakers
Milwaukee Bucks
Golden State Warriors
Boston Celtics
Dallas Mavericks
Detroit Pistons
Kawhi Leonard
Memphis Grizzlies
Cooper Flagg
Indiana Pacers
Minnesota Timberwolves
Jonathan Kuminga

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

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Latest Episodes

Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon are live from Rockets-Mavericks NBA House in Macao! Mavericks president Masai Ujiri joins the show to discuss Cooper Flagg’s limitless potential, Kyrie Irving’s importance to Dallas and the challenges of building a co... more

Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon are live from Rockets-Mavericks media day in Macao! Rockets general manager Rafael Stone joins them discussing Houston’s approach to roster construction, building on last season’s 52 wins and navigating a competitive ... more

The Hoop Collective is live from Manila, Philippines, answering your biggest questions about the NBA! Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon welcome Jimmy Alapag to discuss his coaching career with the Sacramento Kings before diving into underrated storyli... more

Brian Windhorst, Tim McMahon and Michael C Wright preview the Southwest Division, breaking down the biggest questions facing the Spurs, Rockets, Mavericks, Pelicans and Grizzlies heading into the 2026 NBA season. The guys discuss each team’s outlook,... more

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Chao Meng
ESPN/Tencent basketball journalist
ESPN/Tencent
Episode: Cooper Flagg's LIMITLESS Potential & How To Build A Winner With Mavs' President Masai Ujiri
Masai Ujiri
Mavericks president and alternate governor; championship-winning executive
Dallas Mavericks
Episode: Cooper Flagg's LIMITLESS Potential & How To Build A Winner With Mavs' President Masai Ujiri
Rafael Stone
Houston Rockets General Manager
Houston Rockets
Episode: Rockets’ Expectations & Mavericks Potential: Live from Media Day in Macao
Naji Marshall
Mavericks player
Dallas Mavericks
Episode: Rockets’ Expectations & Mavericks Potential: Live from Media Day in Macao
Shawn Marion
Basketball Hall of Fame forward
Dallas Mavericks
Episode: Rockets’ Expectations & Mavericks Potential: Live from Media Day in Macao
Carlos Boozer
Former NBA player
Dallas Mavericks
Episode: Rockets’ Expectations & Mavericks Potential: Live from Media Day in Macao
Jimmy Alapag
Filipino basketball legend, 13-year PBA veteran, MVPs, and current coach
Enlex Road Warriors (PBA) / former NBA assistant coach
Episode: Answering Your BIGGEST Questions About The NBA Right Now - From the Philippines
Michael C Wright
ESPN insider covering Spurs and Southwest Division
ESPN
Episode: Spurs’ Hype, Rockets’ Leap & Cooper Flagg’s Future: Biggest Questions in the Southwest Division
Olgun Uluc
ESPN NBL insider
ESPN Australia
Episode: HUGE Growth In Australian Basketball: Breaking Down The Hoops Scene in Melbourne

Host

Brian Windhorst
ESPN NBA insider, primary host of Hoop Collective; prominent front-office and cap-space commentary

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 8.9k ratings
  • It’s a good listen…

    When it comes to talking ball and the stories Windy tells are insightful and fun, I just wish he wasn’t so terrified of saying anything remotely political. Call a spade a spade. Had to stop listening to the most recent pod when he tried to make it sound like Kushner and his wife were smart and decent people. The coverage of Balmer and the cap avoidance is also equally bad. Windy, like it or not, you’re a reporter and that means you can’t dance around nba issues that involve powerful people if yo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    AS7580
    United States2 months ago
  • Like a slow motion crash

    I keep thinking this pod can’t get worse, and then it does. Why does Windy always talk like he has 5 lawyers sitting around him ready to drop a lawsuit? Why doesn’t he let his guests and cohosts talk? How is he so dense that he doesn’t understand the Aspiration situation? The show is now unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Penfold94
    United States2 months ago
  • Full throted denial

    Good thing you weren’t on jury at Nuremberg.

    In most cases the evidence is wholly circumstantial. Cases are won and lost on the preponderance of the evidence. A smoking gun is rare. Ask a lawyer you know for coroberation.

    It’s not enough to say ‘I am not a crook’.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Polowonder
    United States2 months ago
  • Whiner Inception.

    Ppl whined about Bontemps whining. A little ironic. And now they whine about Vince. Sorry but just speaking my mind, whining about the whiners whining about whiny hosts. Imo bontemps was occasionally really hard to listen to, but he was often nice, pretty independent which can be refreshing. And Vince is for sure a smoother listener, even though there are other guests with sharper takes and deeper knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bruce Redd 📖🙌
    United States2 months ago
  • Alpacknowsball review

    Bro we get it bro. But Vince isn't good bro.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KDB17City
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the strong NBA-insider banter and chemistry among regular hosts.
Many reviews highlight the show's depth on cap, contracts, and ownership, though some criticize political commentary and guest balance.
Critiques often target audio dynamics when multiple hosts/guests share the mic and push heavy topics.
Fans value actionable market-context alongside entertaining anecdotes and light humor.

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Answering Your BIGGEST Questions About The NBA Right Now - From the Philippines
Q: Which international markets show the strongest growth for NBA talent, and how is that reshaping teams?
Europe and Asia are expanding their pipelines with investment in local leagues and development programs, while American teams increasingly rely on a global talent pool to fill rosters and maintain competitiveness.
Rockets’ Expectations & Mavericks Potential: Live from Media Day in Macao
Q: What makes an organic build more rewarding than other strategies?
An organic build is more sustainable and aligned with long-term growth, producing cohesive teams that maximize homegrown talent rather than relying on constant player turnover.
Rockets’ Expectations & Mavericks Potential: Live from Media Day in Macao
Q: How do you balance maximizing a veteran star with developing a young core?
Approach is to have clear conversations about expectations, keep relationships honest, and structure deals so that the core can develop while the veteran can contribute without stifling growth.
FULL NBA Finals Preview & Predictions: Everything You Need To Know For Knicks VS. Spurs
Q: How do the Knicks and Spurs approach winning this series given their different styles?
The group discusses leveraging pace, energy, and defense to disrupt the opponent, noting the Knicks' speed and the Spurs' depth and athleticism, while also acknowledging Victor Wembanyama's transformative impact and the need to manage his minutes and fatigue.
Never Overreact To Game 1: Wolves Shock Spurs + Knicks, Pistons, Thunder Handle Business
Q: What grade did the guests give to the Thunder's performance in game one?
They described it as a C- game for Shea, with Holmgren the standout, and overall noted the Thunder played mediocre but managed to win by a comfortable margin.

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2. Masai Ujiri
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7. Jimmy Alapag
8. Michael C Wright

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