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Hoops Tonight with Jason Timpf

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Victor Wembanyama
San Antonio Spurs
New York Knicks
Oklahoma City Thunder
Lebron James
Los Angeles Lakers
Cleveland Cavaliers
Boston Celtics
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Denver Nuggets
Jalen Brunson
Detroit Pistons
NBA
Philadelphia 76ers
Minnesota Timberwolves
Miami Heat
Golden State Warriors
Nikola Jokic
Luka Doncic
Giannis Antetokounmpo

Jason Timpf breaks down the NBA's biggest games, storylines and scuttlebutt (hopefully in that order).

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Jason does his first power rankings of the year, right before the 2026-27 NBA season kicks off. He breaks down the debate between Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s OKC Thunder at the top of the league, where Jalen Br... more

Jason answers mailbag questions on a variety of NBA topics including predicting what teams might surprise people and be better than we expect (Golden State Warriors and Washington Wizards), players the Detroit Pistons could trade for to pair with Cad... more

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Jason is joined by David Lee (@dlee4three) to do a deep dive and make predictions on the NBA Eastern Conference. They answer five big questions about the conference heading into the season including whether Jayson Tatum’s Boston Celtics, Giannis Ante... more

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Jason gives five big NBA preseason reactions. He breaks down his skepticism over the Philadelphia 76ers, Joel Embiid's defense, how LeBron James will mesh offensively with Jaylen Brown and Tyrese Maxey, and more. Then he discusses Yaxel Lendeborg sol... more

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Recent Guests

Spike Eskin
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Philly sports media
Episode: 76ers Deep Dive w/ Spike Eskin: LeBron James's fit, how Maxey & Jaylen fit, keep or trade Embiid?
Pete Zayas
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Episode: LAKERS DEEP DIVE: Kessler's fit w/ Luka, trade ideas, Cameron Carr's impressive NBA summer league
Jovan Buha
Basketball journalist introduced as guest on Lakers Collective coverage
The Athletic
Episode: LAKERS DEEP DIVE: Kessler's fit w/ Luka, trade ideas, Cameron Carr's impressive NBA summer league
Trevor Lane
Basketball analyst introduced as guest on Lakers Collective coverage
Lakers Nation
Episode: LAKERS DEEP DIVE: Kessler's fit w/ Luka, trade ideas, Cameron Carr's impressive NBA summer league
Sam Esfandiari
Warriors expert, content creator
The Volume / Warrior fan
Episode: Warriors Deep Dive: Is LeBron joining, Anthony Davis trade takes, Yaxel's upside, building w/ Steph
Sam Vecenie
Basketball writer and analyst
The Athletic
Episode: Knicks & Spurs PATHS TO VICTORY in NBA Finals | w/ Sam Vecenie
Luke Huffaker
Best friend of Jason, guest on the episode
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Brian Windhorst
NBA reporter, ESPN
ESPN
Episode: Brian Windhorst on LeBron's future w/ Lakers, state of the NBA, Wemby & playoff storylines
Nick Wright
Commentator and analyst from First Things First (FS1)
First Things First / FS1
Episode: Nick Wright on Wemby's "ROLL GRAVITY,” LeBron's GOAT case vs. Jordan, NBA playoff predictions

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Jason Timpf
Host focused on in-depth basketball analysis and roster discussions; frequently drives episodes.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • 10/10

    Easily the best basketball podcast ever made.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeHuff24
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome NBA analysis!

    Jason is engaging in his deep dive takes in basketball thoughts are impressive. It’s obvious that he has experience playing ball enough to be able to take what he sees and recognize all the nuance that other shows often skip over.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ADPope
    United States3 months ago
  • LeBum sucks!

    All hail the G.O.A.T. MJ !!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tooshort80
    United States3 months ago
  • Great show, but I can’t listen!

    The show is amazing, five stars. But am I the only one that cannot listen to 3/4 of the episodes? Most of the time I get an error message when I try to listen to one. Timpf if goated though.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    graysjxo
    United States6 months ago
  • RE: The Ethical Hoops Rant

    Great podcast, Jason. I appreciate your attempt to be unbiased when it comes to calling out flopping. Especially the way OKC has carte blanche to molest opponents, while SGA and Holmgren commit some of the worst flops I’ve ever seen. Jokic is especially hilarious, considering he hacks opponents under the basket non-stop and almost never fouls out. And, as a Lakers fan, I have to laugh at and be embarrassed by some of the flops I’ve seen by Doncic and Smart this year. But I have a bone to pick wi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BruinWriter78
    United States6 months ago

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76ers playoff defense, Rockets flailing core, can Kyrie Irving bounce back | NBA Contender Questions
Q: Two part question. First question, Anthony Davis didn't make your player rankings or honorable mention because he's just been hurt constantly. Second, what do you think about the concept of having the preseason or the in-season tournament without the three-point line?
AD is excluded due to chronic injuries, and the host still believes he would be a top player when healthy but his injury history is a concern. Regarding removing the three-point line, the host thinks it would be fun but would lead to a less optimal game due to teams packing the paint and the value of jump shooting being diminished, resulting in less dynamic basketball.
76ers playoff defense, Rockets flailing core, can Kyrie Irving bounce back | NBA Contender Questions
Q: I've been constantly told that Miami needs another shot creator on their roster to make it all work. Do you think it's possible for them to get Ryan Rollins later on in the season? Or who would make a good fit on this team for that purpose?
The host dismisses Ryan Rollins as a realistic acquisition and suggests that Miami may have limited draft compensation for meaningful upgrades. He proposes the trade or buyout market as longer-shot options and emphasizes Miami's current strength in defense and transition, while noting the challenge of adding a high-level shot creator without sacrificing defense.
76ers playoff defense, Rockets flailing core, can Kyrie Irving bounce back | NBA Contender Questions
Q: First question, thinking about defensive effort in the preseason and even the regular season versus the playoffs. Would you agree that some players can flip the switch while others really can't?
The host argues that some teams and players can elevate defensively in the playoffs by relying on established habits and elite execution, but teams without a proven defensive baseline risk being exposed. The difference often comes down to whether a team has committed to defense all season and can avoid critical mistakes under pressure.
DEBATE: Wemby vs. SGA vs. Jokic + why Luka Doncic is in 4th | NBA Rankings Mailbag
Q: First question. Hey Jason, I agree Shai's postseason numbers do drop and he can struggle to find different ways to score. What is your take on Shai vs. Wembanyama vs. Jokic in this context?
Shai's playoff context matters a lot; his lack of secondary shot creation and injuries around him influenced his efficiency, but his long-term trajectory and defensive impact still position him as a top-tier player, though Jokic and Wembanyama have ceiling advantages that keep the top spots flexible depending on surrounding talent and postseason performance.
Debating LeBron James vs. Jaylen Brown + Westbrook retires, Pacers questions, Haliburton's ceiling
Q: What are your thoughts on Russell Westbrook's retirement and his legacy in the NBA?
Westbrook was incredibly exciting and eye-catching, with jaw-dropping stat lines, but his tail end included difficult moments and a less flattering public perception; overall, his career should be remembered for the athleticism, intensity, and memorable peaks in OKC and beyond.

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A analytically driven NBA podcast that dissects marquee games, roster moves, and league-wide narratives with a focus on depth over hot takes. Episodes routinely explore roster construction, player fit, and strategic theory, often featuring guests who are deeply plugged into teams or the broader basketball media landscape. Noteworthy is the balance between rigorous breakdowns and timely, real-world implications (contracts, trades, and market dynamics) that keep discussions both technical and accessible. The show stands out for its seasoned host's ability to teach complex concepts clearly, plus regular guest contributions from top reporters and analysts that add diverse team perspectives to the conversation.

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