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The Hot Hand Theory Podcast

Hot Hand Theory
New York Knicks
Jalen Brunson
NBA Playoffs
OG Anunoby
NBA
Isaiah Hartenstein
Tyrese Haliburton
Donte Divincenzo
Eastern Conference Finals
Denver Nuggets
New Orleans Pelicans
Clone Theory
Tom Thibodeau
Xavier Justin
Geoff Rasmussen
Shaun Geddes
Josh Hart
Houston Rockets
Klay Thompson
Golden State Warriors

Where film breakdown meets data analysis in real basketball conversations. XJ and Geoff challenge conventional wisdom about what drives winning, how players create value, and what the game is actually showing us. We bring behavioral science and strategic thinking to NBA analysis, testing theories against what we see on the court. New podcast episodes drop weekly.

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Latest Episodes

On the 80th episode of Hot Hand Theory, XJ and Geoff break down the biggest question hanging over the New York Knicks heading into the NBA Playoffs: what if this team has another level we still haven’t fully seen?

After weeks of inconsistency, the K... more

On the 79th episode of Hot Hand Theory, XJ and Geoff break down why the Atlanta Hawks have suddenly become the Eastern Conference's biggest problem and how this recent surge is being driven by a real identity shift, rather than just schedule luck.

O... more

On the 78th episode of Hot Hand Theory, XJ and Geoff break down how the Charlotte Hornets crashed the Eastern Conference title race, and why nobody's ready to admit they're legitimate contenders despite being the NBA's best team for two straight mont... more

On the 77th episode of Hot Hand Theory, Geoff and XJ break down why the NBA has no answer for the San Antonio Spurs—and why Victor Wembanyama might already be warping the league in ways we don’t fully understand.

We analyze Wembanyama’s historic def... more

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Recent Guests

Fred Katz
Senior NBA writer for The Athletic and host of the podcast Katz and Shoot
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Episode: Fred Katz Reveals What The Knicks Are Missing
Molly Morrison
NBA commentator and writer for Bleacher Report
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Episode: Bleacher Report's Molly Morrison Ranks The Best NBA Storylines | HHT 47
Jonathan Macri
Dean of Knicks Film School and NBA content creator
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Episode: Jon Macri Answers Our BIGGEST Knicks Questions | HHT 42Jon Macri Answers Our BIGGEST Knicks Questions | HHT 42
Gavin Schall
Co-host of the Locked On Knicks Podcast
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Episode: The Knicks Are Evolving...and the NBA Should Be Worried | HHT 37
Danny Rensch
Chief Chess Officer of chess.com
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Episode: Chess Master Explains How the NBA is Like Chess ft. Danny Rensch | HHT 28
Shaun Geddes
A true legend in the Knicks community.
Episode: Why the Knicks will make the Eastern Conference Finals w/ Shaun Geddes | Hot Hand Theory EP 23
Alex Hoops
Creator of the Alex Hoops YouTube channel and podcast host of The Media Pass
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Episode: Revealing the NBA Awards with AlexHoops! | Hot Hand Theory EP 22

Host

Geoff
Co-host and analyst, frequently contributes data-driven perspectives on roster construction, player roles, and strategic basketball concepts.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • BEST NBA Content available

    You’ll be a smarter fan for listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LanceThomasSTAN
    United States5 months ago
  • They Disagreed

    They disagreed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sammmmuel
    United States10 months ago
  • BEST Knicks Content available

    The ONLY platform that uses data, and logic to inform their Knicks opinions….rarely do you hear “I feel” as a precursor to a basketball opinion.

    It’s Facts over fear based analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LanceThomasSTAN
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent knicks coverage

    Love it guys! Adding to the rotation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baron Von Riverstein
    United States2 years ago
  • Best bball podcast out

    Even in the dregs of bball offseason it’s always entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    XpoxodX
    United States2 years ago

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Fred Katz Reveals What The Knicks Are Missing
Q: What do you think about Josh Hart's role in the starting lineup?
Katz believes that while starting lineup changes are possible, Hart may not have posed the significant issue in the lineup that some analysts suggest, and they should see improvements in rebounding statistics.
Fred Katz Reveals What The Knicks Are Missing
Q: How do you find that regular season ground when players struggle after the intense NBA Cup?
Katz suggests it's natural for teams to experience difficulty transitioning back to regular season intensity after the heightened playoff-style environment of the Cup, but they should have systems in place to manage these challenges effectively.
The Tom Thibodeau Era in New York Is OVER | HHT 60
Q: Geoff, where do you want to start?
This is going to be a weird episode, and I'm kind of relieved to talk about something new.
Why the Knicks Best Basketball is Yet to Come | HHT 40
Q: What do the Knicks do here? Do you acquire a wing to offset what you thought you were getting from Bridges defensively?
The personnel is the personnel. They are probably going to keep riding it out and hoping it gets better, which is the strategy they seem to be following.
7 questions that will predict the 2025 NBA season | HHT 32
Q: Which team has the highest ceiling, but also the lowest floor?
Geoff argues that the Philadelphia 76ers have a championship ceiling but risk injury concerns with their key players, impacting their overall performance.

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A data-forward basketball podcast that blends film breakdown with advanced analytics to challenge conventional wisdom about winning and player value. Episodes routinely dissect rosters, lineups, and on-court decision-making, exploring how spacing, defensive anticipation, and ball‑handler dynamics create efficiency and ceiling. The hosts lean into behavioral science and strategic thinking, often using data-driven narratives to critique traditional storytelling in the game, and they frequently reference specific players and teams to illustrate broader theories. A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on how roster construction and sustainability around a primary creator can unlock a team's ceiling, making it especially valuable for liste... more

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2. Molly Morrison
3. Jonathan Macri
4. Gavin Schall
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