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Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective
Hosted by ESPN, Omaha Productions, Brian Windhorst · EN
Brian Windhorst and a team of ESPN's Insiders sort out life in and around the NBA world.
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EMERGENCY POD: Giannis Traded To Heat In Blockbuster Deal With Bucks
Jun 2301:00:27Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Bobby Marks to react to the blockbuster trade sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. The guys break down if the Bucks got the best deal they could, what this means for Miami moving forward and how this will impact the Celtics’ core this offseason. Plus, we tackle some other interesting moves including the Wolves trading Julius Randle to the Nets, Trae Young’s massive extension in Washington and the Mavericks hiring Dusty May from Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryNBA Draft Preview: Explaining Why This Year Is Historic + Major Lottery Drama To Watch For
Jun 2200:49:36Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and special guest Fran Fraschilla to break down the top prospects in this year’s NBA Draft including why the top of this draft is so special, the players not getting enough attention and some sleepers who could be steals on draft day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryMike Breen Talks Why The Knicks Have Captivated NYC + Major Offseason Changes Coming In Western Conference
Jun 1901:05:38Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest lead ESPN NBA broadcaster Mike Breen to talk about what this magical Knicks run meant to the city, the incredible passion of the fanbase and how this team came together to win a title. Then, the guys run through some Western Conference teams with big decisions looming this offseason including if it is time for the Clippers to part ways with Kawhi, how some salary concerns could create issues for the Thunder and if the Warriors should trade their pick for a key player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryBiggest Offseason Questions With HUGE Impact Across The NBA: Giannis, LeBron, Top Pick & More
Jun 1701:21:26Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down some of the questions that will have massive ramifications on the NBA offseason. The guys assess the two top teams going after Giannis and discuss why he is likely to be moved by the NBA Draft. Then, we tackle what is going on in Utah ahead of the draft including some significant contract negotiations and who the Jazz are looking to select. Finally, what will happen with LeBron and the Lakers and will it address the biggest issues facing the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryREACTION: Knicks are Champions! Full NBA Finals Game 5 Recap + Jalen Brunson’s HISTORIC performance
Jun 1400:34:55Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and Iman Shumpert to react to the Knicks winning the 2026 NBA Finals. They discuss Jalen Brunson winning the Finals MVP, his case as the greatest Knick of all time, what’s next for the Spurs and much more. 0:00 Knicks win first championship in 53 years 3:24 Performance form Jalen Brunson 11:19 What Wemby needs to work on in offseason 14:43 Major NBA Finals drama avoided in this 17:37 Shump's 7th avenue story from Game 4 20:18 New York's masterclass in team building 26:36 Big learning experience for the Spurs 30:32 Why this title is so special for New York Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryNBA Finals Game 5 Preview: Can The Knicks End It? Are The Spurs Done?
Jun 1300:54:44Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 5 of the NBA Finals in San Antonio. The guys break down if the Spurs are maintaining their belief, how Mitch Johnson can better manage Victor Wembanyama’s minutes and if they need to adjust their attack. Plus, can the Knicks close out San Antonio after the high of Game 4 and who will be the NBA Finals MVP? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryGREATEST COMEBACK EVER!! Game 4 REACTION: Knicks’ Epic Comeback To Beat Spurs
Jun 1100:31:45Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the greatest comeback in NBA Playoff history as the Knicks take down the Spurs. The guys break down how New York pulled this off, what went wrong for San Antonio and where this ranks in NBA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummarySPECIAL EDITION: What The Knicks Mean To NYC & This Epic NBA Finals Run
Jun 1001:14:55Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon from Gotham Comedy Club in NYC to talk about the importance of the Knicks to the city and break down this epic NBA Finals battle with the Spurs with some special guests. First, legendary Knicks’ PA announcer Mike Walczewski joins us with his famous voice to talk what this run has meant to him and how he got into his role. Then, former Knick, NBA Champion and current ESPNer Iman Shumpert joins us to talk about his time with the Knicks, Linsanity, this series and what basketball is like in NYC. Finally, we are joined by Michael C. Wright and Vince Goodwill to get special insight behind the curtain for both of these teams in the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryGame 4 PREVIEW: Pivotal Game 4 + Wemby Becoming a Villain
Jun 1000:50:34Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. The guys discuss the biggest keys for each team, Wemby becoming a villain, potential Knicks lineup changes, and the latest on the Giannis trade market. 0:00 Welcome to The Hoop Collective! 1:00 Pivotal Game 4 coming at MSG 2:50 Wemby embracing being the villain at MSG 12:50 Knicks need to get back to their ball movement 20:40 Windy Storytime: Mike Brown offenses 22:40 Do the Knicks need a change in their starting lineup? 26:55 Biggest keys to Game 4 of the NBA Finals 33:15 Will the Bucks move Giannis leading up to the draft? 39:10 What other teams could get involved in Giannis Talks? 46:45 Excitement for our Gotham Comedy Club live show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SummaryGame 3 REACTION: Wemby Saves The Spurs’ Season With EPIC MSG Performance
Jun 900:25:28Summary readyBrian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon and special guest Iman Shumpert to react from MSG to Victor Wembanyama’s epic performance to save the Spurs’ season. The guys break down if he can keep this up, how the Knicks can bounce back in Game 4 and where the series goes from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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