Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

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1. Will Disastrous Injuries End Thunder’s Title Chances? + What Is Going On With Kawhi? & Trouble In Miami

   28 oktober 2026 · 47 min

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   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. Lees meer

   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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2. Chaotic NBA Opening Week Reaction: Key Injuries & New Contenders? + Major Beef

   26 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 3 min

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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. Lees meer

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3. Luka Gets Called Out As Lakers Dominate + Who Made A Game 1 Statement?

   23 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 10 min

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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. Lees meer

   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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4. Full Opening Night Reaction - What Stars Made Major Statements?

   21 oktober 2026 · 59 min

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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. Lees meer

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5. 76ers & Knicks BIG Expectations On Opening Night + Major Questions In Boston - Atlantic Division Preview

   19 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 2 min

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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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6. Prove-It Year For Teams In The Southeast Division + Our Win Total Draft

   16 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 7 min

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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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7. Cavs’ Pressure, Pistons’ Potential & Bucks’ Uncertainty: Biggest Questions in the Central Division

   14 oktober 2026 · 54 min

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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. Lees meer

   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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8. Cooper Flagg's LIMITLESS Potential & How To Build A Winner With Mavs' President Masai Ujiri

   12 oktober 2026 · 45 min

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   Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon are live from Rockets-Mavericks NBA House in Macao! Mavericks president Masai Ujiri joins the show to discuss Cooper Flagg’s limitless potential, Kyrie Irving’s importance to Dallas and the challenges of building a contender in the Western Conference. Plus, Ujiri reflects on what it takes to build a championship team and Kawhi Leonard’s return to Toronto. Next, ESPN’s Chao Meng also joins to explore the NBA’s popularity in China, the country’s sneaker culture and the excitement surrounding Yang Hansen. Then, NBA legend Carlos Boozer returns to share memories of playing for Jerry Sloan and assess the current state of the Utah Jazz. To close, the guys reflect on their Macao experience and wrap up the Hoop Collective’s World Tour 2026! Lees meer

   CHAPTERS:

   00:00 Welcome to The Hoop Collective Live from NBA House in Macao

   00:20 Assessing the NBA House & Macao experience

   06:18 Mavs' President Masai Ujiri joins the show

   7:20 Challenge building Mavs to Western contention

   12:00 Is Cooper Flagg underrated already?

   15:10 What does Kyrie mean to the team in Dallas?

   16:20 What it takes building title contenders

   19:35 Reaction to Kawhi Returning to Toronto

   24:45 ESPN's Chao Meng joins the show

   25:55 Explaining the NBA's popularity in China

   30:25 What is the shoe culture like in China?

   32:03 Yang Hansen's popularity as a Chinese player

   34:00 NBA legend Carlos Boozer rejoins the show

   34:10 What was it like playing for Jerry Sloan?

   36:40 What is the current state of the Utah Jazz?

   39:15 Thank you to everyone involved with the World Tour 2026!
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9. Rockets’ Expectations & Mavericks Potential: Live from Media Day in Macao

   9 oktober 2026 · 56 min

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   Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon are live from Rockets-Mavericks media day in Macao! Rockets general manager Rafael Stone joins them discussing Houston’s approach to roster construction, building on last season’s 52 wins and navigating a competitive Western Conference. Then, Jabari Smith Jr. joins to talk about the Rockets’ expectations and Fred VanVleet’s return, while Mavericks wing Naji Marshall talks about developing his floater, playing alongside Cooper Flagg and new head coach Dusty May’s influence. Lees meer

   Plus, NBA legends Shawn Marion and Carlos Boozer join the show. Marion reflects on the 2011 NBA Finals, being a pioneer in the evolution of positionless basketball, earlier contract extensions and playing with LeBron James in Cleveland. And, Boozer shares lessons for his son, Cameron Boozer and the comparisons in their game.

   CHAPTERS:

   00:00 Welcome to The Hoop Collective live from Rockets-Mavericks media day in Macao

   01:46 Rockets GM Rafael Stone joins the show

   03:45 How the Rockets approach team building

   09:20 Growing on the Rockets’ 52 wins last season

   13:30 Expectations in a competitive Western Conference

   14:48 Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. joins the show

   15:56 Houston’s expectations with Fred VanVleet returning

   18:18 Navigating the competition in the Western Conference

   20:15 Mavericks wing Naji Marshall joins the show (fix?)

   21:55 Developing Naji’s floater

   25:15 Playing alongside Cooper Flagg

   28:00 Dusty May’s influence

   28:42 NBA legend Shawn Marion joins the show

   31:53 Memories of the 2011 NBA Finals

   35:05 The evolution of positionless basketball

   39:48 Why are contract extensions happening earlier?

   44:00 Playing with LeBron James in Cleveland

   46:35 NBA legend Carlos Boozer joins the show

   47:45 Lessons for Cameron Boozer

   52:08 Thanks for watching!
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10. Answering Your BIGGEST Questions About The NBA Right Now - From the Philippines

    7 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 21 min

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    The Hoop Collective is live from Manila, Philippines, answering your biggest questions about the NBA! Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon welcome Jimmy Alapag to discuss his coaching career with the Sacramento Kings before diving into underrated storylines for the upcoming season, the Clippers’ outlook and the NBA’s growing international talent pool. Lees meer

    Plus, the biggest “what ifs” surrounding LeBron James’ free agency, the best path to building a contender, trades that could have changed the league and offseason moves deserving more attention. Brian and Tim also share their favorite basketball moments, and what they miss about Bontemps.

    Timecodes:

    00:00 Welcome to the Hoop Collective live from Manila

    01:02 Jimmy Alapag joins the Hoop Collective

    04:57 Jimmy's coaching career with the Kings

    18:23 Answering your biggest NBA questions

    23:12 What is an underrated storyline for this upcoming season?

    27:32 What to make of the state of the Clippers?

    32:08 Will the flow of International players continue?

    36:39 What the crew misses about Tim Bontemps

    42:23 Who couldn't the Heat close a deal for LeBron James?

    46:22 The biggest "what ifs" of LeBron's free agency

    50:20 What is the best route to building a contender?

    55:06 Brian & Tim's favorite basketball moments

    1:06:12 What failed trade would've changed the league?

    1:07:19 How to report controversial stories

    1:09:54 What offseason move deserves more attention?
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