Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Brian Windhorst and a team of ESPN’s Insiders sort out life in and around the NBA world.

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Spurs Officially Contenders? Concern For OKC? - Wild Christmas Reaction Dec 26, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to another huge win for the Spurs over the Thunder. The guys discuss if San Antonio’s 3-0 record versus the defending champs shows that the Spurs need to be taken seriously as contenders and if this highlights any issues for OKC. Plus, we break down how concerned we should be about the Lakers' defense, talk about two role players starring for the Knicks, a very strange week for Golden State with Draymond and much more.

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NBA To Fix Tanking? Celtics Most Intriguing Team in NBA? + Draymond Drama Continues Dec 24, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the NBA brainstorming measures to combat tanking including how viable various solutions are to actually be put into place. Then, the guys talk if the Celtics could remain dangerous enough this season to make a return for Tatum make sense and how much that could impact the rest of the league. Plus, the Pelicans find some success and drama makes headlines for Draymond Green and Steve Kerr. Finally, the guys break down the Christmas Day games they are most excited for.

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Can Cavs Turn It Around? NBA Officiating Drama Explained + OKC Stumbles Dec 22, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Cavs’ ongoing struggles including what, if anything, they can do to turn their season around. Plus, the guys explain some key NBA officiating controversies in the last few days before talking about Anthony Edwards’ epic performance and OKC’s first stumbles.

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1st MVP Straw Poll - Historic Race Coming? Dec 19, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Bontemps’ 1st MVP Straw Poll of the season including if we are set for another historic battle between Jokic and SGA, some surprising newcomers to the list and who truly has a chance for the award this season.

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Knicks Win a Trophy & NBA Expansion Soon?? + New NBA Cup Location? Dec 17, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the Knicks big victory to claim the NBA Cup over the Spurs including what San Antonio showed the league during this run. Plus, the guys discuss some big updates from NBA commissioner Adam Silver including if there may be a new home for the NBA Cup, some major updates on league expansion and what may come of the Heat & Terry Rozier. Finally, we talk Cooper Flagg’s outrageous play of late and a passionate reaction from Ime Udoka.

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Wemby & Spurs A Legit Contender? Knicks In Elite Category? + Windy's Epic Journey Dec 15, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to some wild NBA Cup Semifinal action in Las Vegas. The guys talk the Spurs making a major statement against OKC including if this demonstrates San Antonio’s ability to be a top 4 seed in the Western Conference. Then, the guys break down if the Knicks are an elite contending team before talking about the Cavs continuing struggles. Finally, ‘International Windy’ describes his time at one of the greatest basketball events he has been to.

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Lakers Need To Make A Move? + Teams To Watch At Deadline & OKC’s Historic Chase Dec 12, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vincent Goodwill and Bobby Marks to react to the Spurs exposing some of the Lakers' key weaknesses, the guys discuss if LA needs to address them at the deadline. Plus, we talk how far ahead of schedule San Antonio’s young talent may be. Then, the crew breaks down the challenges rebuilding in the NBA before talking the historic domination from the Thunder including if any team can stop them from achieving history. Finally, what players and teams to keep an eye on for trade season.

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Can Knicks Take Control Of East? + Can OKC Break NBA Wins Record? Dec 10, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the NBA Cup quarterfinals in the Eastern Conference including big wins for the Knicks and Magic. Plus, do the Knicks have a real chance to run away with the East? Then, the guys preview the NBA Cup quarterfinals in the Western Conference by talking if the Suns have any chance against OKC and if the Spurs can surprise the Lakers. Finally, can the Thunder win 70 games or more this year?

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LeBron Turns Back Clock Again + Watch Out For Boston? Dec 08, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss LeBron’s major bounce back in a clutch win for the Lakers over the 76ers, why the Celtics improving play could open the door for a Tatum return, Pat Spencer’s new mantra for the Warriors, the Bulls’ struggles returning, Memphis stepping up and the latest on the Terry Rozier situation including what it means for the Heat. Plus, a new installment of 'Where in the World is Windy?’ begins.

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Why Is A Giannis Trade So Challenging? + Chris Paul’s Odd Clippers Exit & Chet’s Development In OKC Dec 05, 2025

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Anthony Slater and Vincent Goodwill to talk the possibility of a Giannis trade including what destinations could make sense and why a trade from the Bucks would be so challenging. Plus, the guys discuss Cooper Flagg continuing to improve, what to make of Chris Paul’s unique exit from the Los Angeles Clippers and get insight into Chet Holmgren’s development following his injury last season to where OKC wants him to be to create a dynasty.

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