Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Did SGA End MVP Debate? + Best Year Of Kawhi Ever & A Big Question In The East

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s heroic performance against the Nuggets including if that epic game ended the MVP debate. Plus, are we concerned about the healing Nuggets at all or encouraged by improving health? Then, we discuss if this is the best season of Kawhi’s career before discussing if the up and down Knicks are a concern. Finally, the epic return of the Cojones Factor Player Of the Month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EMERGENCY POD: Bam Adebayo Scores 83 points!! Passing Kobe for 2nd-Most in NBA History

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to get together for an emergency pod to react to Bam Adebayo scoring a historic 83 points for the Heat tonight. We discuss the significance of him passing Kobe for 2nd-most points in NBA History and some wild reactions around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tatum Return Make Boston Favorites? Wemby Passion Great For NBA + SGA’s Elite Scoring

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk Tatum’s return to the Celtics and if it now makes Boston the favorites to come out of the Eastern Conference. Next, we talk the Lakers’ big win over the Knicks before diving into Victor Wembanyama’s impassioned performances of late. The guys discuss why Wemby’s passion and competitive fire are so good for the NBA moving forward. Then, we discuss the state of the Thunder with their injuries and talk Steve Kerr’ comments on SGA getting to the line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FULL Breakdown of this Historic 2026 NBA Draft Class + Dybantsa vs. Peterson Debate

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and King McClure to preview the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft including which players have the chance to change the trajectory of an NBA franchise. Plus, we talk about the drama with the top pick between AJ Dybantsa & Darryn Peterson.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giannis Return Change Bucks’ Future? + Paolo & Magic Staff At Odds?

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk about Giannis’ return to the Bucks and what these next few months will mean for his future in Milwaukee. Then, we discuss an interesting back and forth between Paolo Banchero and Orlando head coach Jamahl Mosley before speaking about Trae Young’s upcoming debut for the Wizards. Finally, we break down Steph Curry’s latest injury before talking OKC’s strategy to keep their stars healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices