Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Bobby Marks to talk about a series of unfortunate injuries for the Thunder to Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace before discussing what this means for OKC’s future including if the team will need to make some moves. Then, the guys break down the latest on Kawhi Leonard’s concerning knee injury and how that could impact Toronto. Plus, we discuss how concerned fans of the Miami Heat should be after an 0-4 slump to begin the season. Finally, we give praise to the impressive start to the season from the Memphis Grizzlies as Ty Jerome leads the league in scoring.

0:00 Intro

1:35 What does the Thunder front office do now?

18:56 Kawhi to miss time for knee swelling

26:24 How concerned should Heat fans be?

34:59 Memphis much better than expected?


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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon to talk about an important message sent to the Spurs early this season, the Rockets announcing themselves as potential contenders and the disastrous start to the season from the Heat. Plus, we discuss some negative headlines in New York and the media drama surrounding Tatum and Brown before talking about some insane opening week performances. Finally, we react to some major injuries of the first week.


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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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