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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

ESPN, Omaha Productions, Brian Windhorst
NBA
Oklahoma City Thunder
NBA Playoffs
Cleveland Cavaliers
Indiana Pacers
New York Knicks
Los Angeles Lakers
Golden State Warriors
Dallas Mavericks
Victor Wembanyama
NBA Finals
Denver Nuggets
Boston Celtics
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Milwaukee Bucks
Tyrese Haliburton
Minnesota Timberwolves
Lebron James
Luka Doncic
Memphis Grizzlies

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 another insane weekend of NBA playoff action. The guys start with the fascinating series between the Wolves & Nuggets including if Denver can mount another 3-1 comeback now... more

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Timberwolves backing up their trash talk by thrashing the Nuggets at home and discussing how much danger Denver is in. Then, ESPN's Vince Goodwill joins to help make se... more

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to some chaotic results in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The guys tackle the potentially series altering injury to Victor Wembanyama as the Blazers even the series befo... more

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to an exciting opening weekend for the NBA Playoffs. The guys tackle a few major upsets starting with the Magic’s stunner in Detroit including if the Pistons are in real dange... more

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Vinny Goodwill
ESPN NBA Insider, joined from Atlanta
ESPN
Episode: Panic Time For Knicks & Nuggets?? MAJOR Injury Updates & More Foul Drama With Thunder
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Professional basketball player
Milwaukee Bucks
Episode: Shocking Upsets Change Playoff Seeding + An Interesting Message From Giannis
Maxime Raynaud
Sacramento Kings rookie
Sacramento Kings
Episode: Rock Bottom For Tanking? + Major Playoff Seeding Drama In Final Weekend & A Special Guest
Cooper Flagg
Rookie of the Year candidate
Charlotte Hornets
Episode: Flagg’s Rookie Of The Year Statement + NBA’s Biggest Final Week Drama To Watch
Dave McMenamin
ESPN LA-based reporter
ESPN
Episode: Coaches Frustrated With SGA + Mark Cuban’s Biggest Regret In Dallas + LeBron’s Future
Tim Bontemps
Senior NBA writer for ESPN
ESPN
Episode: Giannis & Bucks At Odds Again & Wemby Makes Claim For MVP + Evaluating Tatum
Ban McMahon
Houston-based guest contributing on Rockets/Lakers game
Episode: KD & Rockets In Danger In West? Lakers Finding Something With LeBron
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
ESPN
Episode: FULL Breakdown of this Historic 2026 NBA Draft Class + Dybantsa vs. Peterson Debate

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 8.6k ratings
  • Hope it gets much better

    It’s lowkey not bad but they don’t know what there talking about and they make themselves look good but in real life they suck

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    bekicihkiicerqih
    United States24 days ago
  • Worse than if TMZ did coverage of the NBA.

    Save your time

    They have all given up on actual basketball analysis.

    You can’t watch nba games tune in to this and think they watch the same thing.

    It’s clear they don’t watch games unless espn sends them to the arena.

    they get notes from 20 yr old interns who watch and don’t actually understand high level basketball

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LanceThomasSTAN
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the Evolution

    Bontemp’s fiery, reasoned commentary contrasts well with Wendy’s engaging, occasionally self promoting, ‘shoot from the hip’ style. McMann has replaced 50 percent of his curmudgeonly-ness with better natured, self deprecating humor, making him a a perfect Wendy and Bontemps arbiter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cashman25
    United Statesa month ago
  • This NEEDS to be Better

    “I don’t want to talk about tanking”

    Talks about tanking for 20 minutes.

    “We talk about the NBA”

    Talks about his vacations for 20 minutes.

    “As a quick aside…”

    Sidetracks the pod for 20 minutes.

    This is a joke now. How are the most connected NBA media figures and journalists so undisciplined? Let Bontemps host the show for the love of god, or McMahon - at least at that point there’s no pretext for learning anything new

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    CantSpellPENISw/oESPN
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it with the Tim’s!!

    I never miss a show, it’s my go to basketball podcast. I’m not sure how to rate it though…. It’s a 5 with Tim’s and 2 star without.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phil presnell
    Australiaa month 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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Rock Bottom For Tanking? + Major Playoff Seeding Drama In Final Weekend & A Special Guest
Q: What happened with the Kings' tanking situation and how does that affect the league view of tanking?
The hosts discuss the Kings' investigation into tanking as a focal point, arguing it represents a broader issue in the league and highlighting how media coverage can amplify perceived wrongdoings while acknowledging that investigations occasionally reveal more context.
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.

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A high-level NBA analysis show featuring ESPN insiders who break down team futures, player movements, and league-wide trends with data-driven takes and banter. Episodes frequently cover Wembanyama's impact, Jokic and star performances, trade deadline fallout, All-Star weekend dynamics, and MVP conversations, often mixing sharp insights with lively debate. The dynamic among long-time host Windhorst and rotating analysts tends to attract listeners who want fast, informed basketball discourse with a pronounced emphasis on strategy, stats, and league politics. A standout is the strong mix of veteran experience and fresh perspectives, making it a go-to for listeners who want both context and hot takes on the NBA landscape.

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2. Giannis Antetokounmpo
3. Maxime Raynaud
4. Cooper Flagg
5. Dave McMenamin
6. Tim Bontemps
7. Ban McMahon
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