Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

REACTION: Spurs Advance to The Finals 31.05.2026 45dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon reacting to the Spurs' Game 7 win in OKC. They discuss Victor Wembanyama's dominant performance over Chet Holmgren, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s best game of the series. Then, the crew previews an NBA Cup rematch in The Finals between the Knicks and the Spurs. Plus, some thoughts on the Thunder's offseason and potential roster changes. 0:00 Intro 1:30 Spurs Defeat Thunder 111-103 (4-3) 10:55 Chet Holmgren: 33 Min, 4 Points, 4 Rebounds 20:25 Spurs Advance To The Finals 30:25 Previewing The NBA Finals: NBA Cup Rematch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Huge Response From Wemby & Spurs Forces Game 7 In OKC + Big Knicks Injury Update 29.05.2026 55dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Spurs forcing a Game 7 with a dominant performance in Game 6 over the Thunder. We break down how Victor Wembanyama set the tone early, the up and down play in this series, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s struggles and the huge run that decided the game. Then, the crew previews what to expect in a huge Game 7 before talking a significant injury to Mitchell Robinson for the Knicks. Finally, we tackle the NBA’s now approved draft lottery reform including the potential pros and cons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major Wemby Disappointment: Thunder Take 3-2 Lead Over Spurs In Pivotal Game 5 27.05.2026 1sa 1dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Thunder’s big Game 5 win over the Spurs. The guys break down SGA’s statement game, OKC’s role players stepping up, Wemby’s struggles and much more. Then, we tackle the fallout of the Cavs loss on the season before diving into a massive trade that could be looming and entertain the possibility of a LeBron return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

REACTION: Knicks’ HISTORIC Run To The NBA Finals 26.05.2026 28dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps to react to the Knicks completing their continually epic run to the NBA Finals with a sweep of the Cavs. New York rode another massive avalanche in a statement game to down Cleveland. Is this Knicks’ best chance at a title? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wemby & Spurs Dominate The Thunder + Knicks On The Brink Of Historic Finals Run & All-NBA Selections 25.05.2026 56dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Spurs’ domination of the Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals. The guys break down why injuries are very concerning for OKC, how San Antonio came out with the right intensity and the keys to the series moving forward. Then, we discuss how the Knicks' amazing playoff run has continued against the Cavs including why a short series could be massive for New York. Finally, we react to the All-NBA selections for this season with discussions on some of the controversial picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Knicks Sweep The Cavs? + Injuries Putting Spurs In BIG Trouble vs. OKC 22.05.2026 43dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Knicks taking a 2-0 series lead with a convincing win at MSG including if New York can go for a sweep in Cleveland and what the Cavs need to do to get back in the series. Then, the guys discuss some major injuries in the Spurs-Thunder series before talking some key adjustments to watch out for from both teams in Game 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Knicks Historic Comeback Reaction + How Can OKC Recover vs. Spurs? & Kidd Out In Dallas 20.05.2026 56dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Knicks historic comeback at MSG against the Cavs. The guys break down the epic collapse from Cleveland and how both teams will respond & adjust moving forward. Next, we tackle how the Thunder can step up to the Spurs in Game 2, after San Antonio landed a haymaker in Game 1. Finally, we react to the big news from the Mavs that Jason Kidd is out in Dallas before discussing where the team may go with the coaching search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EMERGENCY REACTION: Wembanyama’s HUGE Statement in Instant Classic Game 1 19.05.2026 24dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps to react to the Spurs’ epic defeat of the Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals 122-115 in 2OT. The guys break down the history of what Victor Wembanyama just did, how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & OKC can counter and the significance of the incredible performance we just saw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donovan Mitchell’s Career Moment + Full Conference Finals Previews & SGA’s Historic MVP 18.05.2026 1sa 1dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Cavs’ huge Game 7 win over the Pistons in Detroit including why this was the most important win in Donovan Mitchell’s career. Then, the guys preview the matchup between Cleveland and New York in the Eastern Conference Finals. Next, we break down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander winning the MVP award and talk if that could give Victor Wembanyama extra motivation in the Western Conference Finals. Finally, we talk about how this WCF series between the Spurs & Thunder could be an all-time series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major Conference Semifinal Controversy + Previewing Two Massive Game 6’s 15.05.2026 54dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the controversial ending to Game 5 in Cleveland where the Pistons were on the wrong end of a no call before diving into the keys you need to watch out for in Game 6. Is it time for Detroit to bench Jalen Duren? Plus, we tackle a big close out challenge for the young Spurs in Minnesota and look ahead to see if San Antonio has a legitimate chance at title contention. Next, we react to some of the key storylines coming from the NBA Draft Combine including if the Jazz may try to move up to draft AJ Dybantsa and where the tiers of this draft fall off. Finally, with an uncertain future in Philadelphia, how challenging will it be to build around the 76ers’ young core considering the amount of salary invested in aging players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Statement Game from Wemby + Did Mitchell Save Cavs Season? & Big Changes Coming for 76ers & Lakers 13.05.2026 1sa 7dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Victor Wembanyama’s statement response for the Spurs in the Game 5 win over the Wolves including talking if San Antonio can close out Minnesota in Game 6. Then, the guys talk about a historic performance from Donovan Mitchell to tie the series with the Pistons at 2 before giving big keys for Game 5 in Detroit. Next, we discuss the Thunder’s dominant sweep of LA prior to breaking down a major offseason for the Lakers with the future for LeBron James and Austin Reaves. Finally, we dissect how the news from Philadelphia that Daryl Morey out as 76ers president of basketball operations will impact the franchise moving forward before honoring the passing of two members of the NBA family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wemby Ejected In Huge Wolves' Win, Historic Run For Knicks + Draft Lottery Winners & Losers 11.05.2026 1sa 9dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Victor Wembanyama’s ejection in the Wolves’ Game 4 win. The guys tackle the ejection, what it means for the Spurs and what to expect moving forward with the series tied 2-2. Then, the guys break down the Knicks dominant series against the 76ers including if New York is now the favorites in the East and a legitimate title contender. Finally, we run through the biggest winners and losers from the NBA Draft Lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAJOR Injuries For Knicks & 76ers + Harden Playoff Struggles Continue & Some Stunning Situations Developing In The League 08.05.2026 1sa 18dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Pistons outlasting the Cavs late in the game once again including another playoff disappointment from James Harden. But, the guys tell us the bigger concern for Cleveland in the end. Next, the guys talk about the late conflict between the Lakers and the officials in OKC before talking about the impressive performance from the Thunder's depth. Then, we tackle some major injury updates in the Knicks-76ers series leading into Game 3 in Philadelphia including OG, Embiid and more. We then transitioned earlier in the day to discuss the Spurs' mature win over the Wolves before diving into some NBA drama with Giannis & the Bucks and Jaylen Brown & the Celtics. We also tackle if there may be trades to come from either situation in Milwaukee or Boston. Finally, we preview what could be an incredibly consequential NBA Draft Lottery with a possibility that could shake the foundation of the system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Never Overreact To Game 1: Wolves Shock Spurs + Knicks, Pistons, Thunder Handle Business 06.05.2026 1sa 10dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Vince Goodwill to react to the Pistons getting the job done against the Cavs in Game 1 and how Cleveland needs much more from Mitchell and Harden. Then, Tim MacMahon joins to discuss the Knicks historically dominant win over the 76ers including if we will see a very different Philadelphia team in Game 2. Next, we discuss the epic Game 1 in San Antonio before breaking down if the Spurs are in danger and what is so special about this Wolves team. Finally, we tackle how OKC’s ‘imperfect’ performance was still enough to take down LA and react to Masai Ujiri's consequential introductory press conference in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HISTORIC First Round Comebacks + FULL Conference Semifinal Preview 04.05.2026 1sa 2dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to an epic weekend of Game 7’s before previewing the Eastern & Western Conference Semifinals. The guys start by breaking down the 76ers finally getting past the Celtics and why it may be a strong matchup for Philadelphia vs. the New York Knicks. Next, we tackle the Pistons and Cavs surviving their Game 7 battles prior to discussing the keys to their matchup in the conference semifinals. Then, we move to the Western Conference to analyze if Anthony Edwards will be able to return to give the Spurs enough of a series. Finally, can the shorthanded Lakers provide any resistance to the defending champion Thunder? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Epic First Round Continues: Wolves Stun Nuggets, 76ers-Celtics Game 7 + Knicks History 01.05.2026 1sa 5dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to what continues to be the best First Round of the NBA Playoffs in recent memory. The guys break down the Wolves incredible upset of the Nuggets including the history Minnesota made and why this could spell disaster for Denver moving forward. Then, we tackle the 76ers stunning the Celtics once again to force Game 7 in Boston before explaining why the winner of this series could have an inside track to the Finals. Next, the crew talks about the Knicks historic beat down of the Atlanta Hawks as Brian coins a new term for this series. Finally, we jump around to sort out some wild playoff action for the weekend and discuss why the Lakers could be in serious trouble against the Rockets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Embiid Saves 76ers In Boston, Magic Exposing Pistons + Brunson Burner Heats Up For Knicks 29.04.2026 58dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to Embiid's epic performance to keep the 76ers’ season alive against the Celtics. Plus, the Knicks’ experience wins out in Game 5 at MSG against the Hawks, setting up an important Game 6 in Atlanta. Then, the guys break down how the Magic continue to expose some of the major issues with the Pistons including the most disappointing player in the entire playoffs. Plus, we tackle what is next for some teams eliminated from playoff contention before talking about some important months to come for the Bulls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Epic Collapses & Comebacks: NBA 1st Round Is Delivering! Key Games For Denver & Detroit 27.04.2026 1sa 7dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to another insane weekend of NBA playoff action. The guys start with the fascinating series between the Wolves & Nuggets including if Denver can mount another 3-1 comeback now that Minnesota will be trying to close this series out shorthanded. Plus, the Cavs playoff issues got exposed in Toronto as stars Donovan Mitchell and James Harden continue to be up and down in the postseason. Next, we discuss the young Pistons facing a must win game in Orlando and if the Magic may be the more talented team in the series. Then, we break down Victor Wembanyama’s emphatic return versus the Blazers before talking the Rockets avoiding a sweep from the Lakers despite Kevin Durant’s strange injury situation. Finally, we tackle a huge game from KAT & the Knicks, another strange play from Lu Dort and the Celtics powering up against the 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Panic Time For Knicks & Nuggets?? MAJOR Injury Updates & More Foul Drama With Thunder 24.04.2026 1sa 21dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Timberwolves backing up their trash talk by thrashing the Nuggets at home and discussing how much danger Denver is in. Then, ESPN's Vince Goodwill joins to help make sense of another chaotic finish between the Knicks & Hawks including if it is time for New York to press the panic button. Next, we tackle the Raptors impressive home win over the Cavs before giving out some major injury updates in some key playoff series. Finally, more foul drama in OKC this time from Devin Booker and the Suns, anything more than meets the eye here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Round Chaos: Wemby Injury, Playoff LeBron, Durant Disaster, Knicks Collapse 22.04.2026 54dk

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to some chaotic results in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The guys tackle the potentially series altering injury to Victor Wembanyama as the Blazers even the series before breaking down how much danger the Spurs may be in. Next, the guys break down the disastrous Rockets offense even in Durant’s return as LeBron James continues to carry the Lakers in the playoffs. Then, we discuss the shocking upset by the 76ers including why Boston continues to give away some playoff games after being in control. Finally, the crew talks about the Knicks stunning loss to the Hawks and if that opens the door to an upset before addressing Minnesota’s big win in Denver and reminding us how uncertain this series is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices