Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Latest Episodes:

Biggest Winners & Losers of Free Agency Day 1 Jul 01, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the winners & losers of the first day of NBA free agency. The guys break down the Lakers' inability to find a center, Boston’s continued deconstruction, a big day for Atlanta, some financial moves from Cleveland, a new direction for Memphis, a big trade in Denver and a massive summer for the Rockets continuing.

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LeBron’s Future Uncertain? + Dangers Of Overspending In Free Agency Jun 30, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss LeBron opting in with the Lakers including the fascinating statement that went with it. Then, the guys talk a few teams who spent big in Minnesota & Houston discussing the dangers of overspending with the extra restrictions in the modern NBA. Plus, what does the future hold for Deandre Ayton and more.

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NBA Draft Round 1 Reaction Jun 26, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Round 1 of the NBA Draft including an interesting move by Utah with Ace Bailey, some surprising moves from the Pelicans & Blazers, the Nets’ record pick total, what to make of the strangest decisions of the night and more.

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Analyzing The NBA Draft’s Top Prospects + Reacting To Celtics’ Trades Jun 25, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Boston Celtics moving on from Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis in two trades involving the Blazers and the Nets & Hawks. The guys talk about the impact of these deals and what it means going forward around the league. Then, ESPN’s Jonathan Givony joins to help us analyze the top prospects in the upcoming NBA Draft including what makes Cooper Flagg so special and why the draft intrigue starts with the 3rd pick. Plus, why Kyrie Irving declining his player option is good for the Mavs.

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NBA Finals Game 7 Reaction: Thunder Win It All Jun 23, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by NBA champion Iman Shumpert along with ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react live on the Paycom Center floor to the OKC Thunder winning the NBA Finals over the Indiana Pacers. The guys tackle what this means for OKC going forward, the type of run the Thunder could go on, SGA’s historic year, Tyrese Haliburton’s tragic injury and more.

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Emergency Pod: Kevin Durant Trade Reaction Jun 22, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Kevin Durant getting traded from the Suns to Houston. The guys break down what this return means for the Suns’ future, how this fit could work out for the Rockets and how Houston’s future is now set up moving forward.

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NBA Finals Game 7 Preview Jun 22, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview everything you need to know about Game 7 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers & Oklahoma City Thunder. The guys break down their expectations for the game, what history tells us about how the game may be played and what this game means for the futures of both franchises.

Live Show Link:

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NBA Finals Game 6 Reaction: Game 7 Here We Come Jun 20, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by NBA champion Iman Shumpert & ESPN's Time Bontemps to react live to Game 6 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. The guys talk the Thunder's awful turnovers, SGA's down game and the Pacers’ incredible defensive effort before talking expectations for Game 7.

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EMERGENCY POD: Reaction To Buss Family Selling Lakers Jun 18, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Lakers’ record-setting sale from the Buss family to Mark Walter, the CEO and chairman of diversified holding company TWG Global. The guys break down the huge impact this could have on the LA franchise, the ripple effects around the league, some fascinating details of the deal you may have missed and more.

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NBA Finals Game 6 Preview + Should Minnesota Trade For KD? Jun 18, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and OKC Thunder. The guys break down the amazing play of the Thunder’s young core including Jalen Williams & SGA ascending to historic levels and the potential for the birth of a dynasty for OKC. Plus, the crew discusses how Tyrese Haliburton’s injury could impact the NBA Finals and what the Pacers need to do to force a Game 7. Then, we break down where Kevin Durant could be traded and debate if a team like Minnesota should go for it.

Live Show Link:

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