A HUGE Question For The Knicks’ Future + Is OKC Committed To Spending? & Kawhi Extension Reaction

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   4 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 16 min

   HUGE Growth In Australian Basketball: Breaking Down The Hoops Scene in Melbourne

   Brian Windhorst and Tim McMahon host a sold out live show at Courtside in Melbourne, Australia with guests: Cole Anthony, Luke Paul, Olgun Uluc and Derek Rucker. The guys talk with Cole Anthon about his experience in the NBL, Luke Paul on his decision to go to Duke and his NBA expectations. Plus, Olgun reveals the next wave of Australian stars to watch and what to expect for their next world cup team. Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome To The Hoop Collective 00:35 Derek Rucker joins the show 02:10 Cole Anthony joins the show 04:00 Cole Anthony's experience with the NBL 08:45 Challenges of drama with…

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   2 Oct 2026 · 56 min

   Lakers & Warriors Ready To Contend? Biggest Questions for The Pacific Division Teams

   Brian Windhorst, Tim McMahon and Anthony Slater preview the Pacific Division, breaking down the biggest questions facing the Lakers, Warriors, Suns, Kings and Clippers heading into the 2026 NBA season. The guys discuss each team’s outlook, the roster questions that could define their season and where they stack up in the Western Conference. Plus, who has the highest ceiling, which team has the most to prove and who could surprise? Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome To The Hoop Collective 00:20 Our 2026-27 Pacific Division Preview 01:05 Can Lakers Take The Next Step In Playoffs? 18:45 What Is The Best…

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   29 Sep 2026 · 2 hr 36 min

   The 2026 NBA Media Day Reaction Special: Lakers, Knicks, 76ers, Spurs, Thunder and More!

   Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN reporters checking in from Media Day around the league. Tim McMahon, Dave McMenamin, Vince Goodwill, Jamal Collier, Eric Woodyard, Ben Golliver, Anthony Slater, and Michael C. Wright join the show with the latest from the Lakers, Clippers, Thunder, Spurs, Knicks, 76ers, Warriors, Timberwolves and Pistons. What are the biggest questions facing each team as training camp begins? They break down the storylines and early expectations across the NBA. Melbourne Show Link: Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon Special Live Podcast TIMECODES: 00:00 Intro 01:08 76ers…

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   22 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 8 min

   Extensions That Deserve More Attention + A Huge Advantage For Lakers & Knicks

   Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon to break down expectations for our Hoop Collective World Tour. Then, we tackle some substantial extensions that flew under the radar before talking about some you need to keep an eye on. Finally, we discuss some financial bonuses that separate the Lakers and Knicks from the rest of the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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   18 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

   Reacting To ESPN’s NBA Future Power Rankings

   Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Bobby Marks to break down ESPN’s NBA Future Power Rankings including the some teams who were surprisingly high and some who had substantial drop-off from last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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   15 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 21 min

   Ballmer Accepts Punishment, Kawhi Trade Finally Completed + NBA Owners’ Meetings Expectations

   Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Vince Goodwill to talk about the Clippers’ owner Steve Ballmer accepting the NBA’s punishment and how that may have cleared the path for the completion of the Kawhi trade to the Raptors. The crew breaks down what we can expect from Kawhi on the court, discusses some wild stories from his previous stint in Toronto and if we will see elite performance once again. Plus, we tackle what Brian is watching in NBA owners' meetings like the state of expansion in the NBA and Adam Silver's tone about the Clippers. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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   9 Oct 2026 · 56 minNew

   Rockets’ Expectations & Mavericks Potential: Live from Media Day in Macao

   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. Plus, NBA legends Shawn Marion and Carlos Boozer join the show. Marion reflects on the…

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   7 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 21 min

   Answering Your BIGGEST Questions About The NBA Right Now - From the Philippines

   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. 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…

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   6 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 8 min

   Spurs’ Hype, Rockets’ Leap & Cooper Flagg’s Future: Biggest Questions in the Southwest Division

   Brian Windhorst, Tim McMahon and Michael C Wright preview the Southwest Division, breaking down the biggest questions facing the Spurs, Rockets, Mavericks, Pelicans and Grizzlies heading into the 2026 NBA season. The guys discuss each team’s outlook, the roster questions that could define their season and where they stack up in the Western Conference. Plus, who has the highest ceiling, which team has the most to prove and who could surprise? Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome To The Hoop Collective 02:25 Our 2026-27 Southwest Division Preview 02:38 Sky high expectations for the Spurs 15:00 Windy…

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    11 Sep 2026 · 52 min

    Why The Future Of NBA Europe Is Uncertain + Explaining The Current Process

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