Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Anthony Slater to react to the dramatic back-and-forth between Yaxel Lendeborg & Luka Doncic before diving into the Lakers’ impressive performance and the future for Kristaps Porzingis in Golden State. Next, the guys evaluate the vibes in the Clippers’ first game after their punishment and if any punishment will come to the Bucks. Finally, we break down two impressive performances from the Timberwolves and Blazers before welcoming veteran NBA agent Andy Miller to give a special announcement and break down the coaching market in the league.

0:00 Intro

4:48 Lakers dominate Warriors to start season

6:45 Yaxel vs. Luka back-and-forth getting headlines

11:28 Kessler dream start to career in LA

14:40 Evaluating Clippers first game after punishment

16:50 Will there be punishment for the Bucks from the NBA?

19:08 What is the future with the Warriors & Porzingis?

30:10 Timberwolves impress against the Heat

36:48 After unique offseason Blazers dominate game 1

40:58 Tough starts for some rookie stars

45:19 Veteran NBA agent Andy Miller joins the show

45:53 A significant move around the NBA

50:58 Windy Storytime: Unique Garnett contract

56:53 Analyzing a unique NBA coaching contract
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon to react to the Opening Night of the NBA season including Boston’s collapse in Detroit, the 76ers spoiling the Knicks’ ring night and SGA & OKC making a statement to the league against Wemby in San Antonio. Then, Suns’ owner Mat Ishbia joins the show to talk about his expectations for the Suns, his thoughts on expansion & NBA Europe and more. 


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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and first time Hoop Collective guest Alan Hahn to preview the upcoming season for the Atlantic Division in the NBA. The guys tackle how the Knicks will defend their title, what reasonable expectations are for the 76ers, if the Celtics’ big bet will pay off, how much Kawhi can elevate the Raptors and more. Finally, we discuss the big opening night matchups. 
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon to preview the upcoming season for the Southeast Division in the NBA including if the Heat have enough to contend this season, why now is the time for the Magic to step up and what teams can take a leap after major offseason overhauls. Finally, producer Jackson joins for our annual win total draft for the upcoming NBA season. 
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Brian Windhorst, Tim MacMahon and Vince Goodwill preview the Central Division, breaking down the biggest questions facing the Pistons, Cavaliers, Bulls, Pacers and Bucks heading into the 2026–27 NBA season. Is this a make-or-break year for Cleveland? Can Detroit take another step forward? Can Tyrese Haliburton lead an Indiana resurgence? Plus, Milwaukee’s uncertain future, Chicago’s intriguing young talent and where each team stacks up in the Eastern Conference.



Timecodes:

00:00 Welcome To The Hoop Collective

00:15 Our 2026-27 Central Division Preview

04:25 Lots of big questions for the Pistons

11:43 Make or break season for the Cavaliers

27:50 Can Haliburton bring back the Pacers?

35:30 Bucks post Giannis future looks murky

42:05 Young talent is intriguing with the bulls
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