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 ch…

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 Rozie…

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 …

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss their concern level with LeBron’s struggles, if LA’s stars make sense together on defense and the huge game from Dillon Brooks for the Suns. Then, the crew talks the continuing disaster for the Clippers and the mounting injuries in Denver before awarding the Cojones Factor…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss a wild ending in Philadelphia between the Hawks & 76ers before discussing the state of Embiid in his return and how Atlanta looks without Trae Young. Then, the guys talk some potential lottery pick madness for the Thunder, some award drama, the Cavs & Wolves lingering stru…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN’s Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon for our special Friendsgiving episode as our crew welcomes some of our favorite guests to talk about everything from major NBA storylines to the best type of ice to put in your beverages. In this edition we welcome ESPN’s Anthony Slater to talk if it is time to be concerned about the…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss some of the biggest lessons learned from the early NBA season including why an Anthony Davis trade will be challenging for Dallas, the MVP to this point, some injury concerns, emerging stars and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Kevin Pelton to discuss the reports that LaMelo Ball is open to a trade and some major shakeups in the Lakers’ front office. Then, we dive into our 2025-26 Small Sample-Size Theater to talk Houston’s unique path to the best offense in the NBA, if the Thunder can win over 70 games, the Rookie of the Year race, whi…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the many injuries to the stars across the NBA and what is causing the rise in players missing time. Then, the guys discuss if the Bucks can survive without Giannis including if the depth in the Eastern Conference could be more challenging than the Western Conference. Plus,…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the incredible games we have already seen to start the NBA season including a wild slate of finishes over the weekend. Then, the guys discuss the significance of the Hawks’ success without Trae Young, the Knicks compounding injuries, why the Cavs have not reached their cei…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vincent Goodwill and Ramona Shelburne to discuss the Clippers’ concerning start to the season, Jokic’s historic performance in LA, why Denver are legit contenders, how LeBron will fit upon returning to the Lakers, the impact of Brunson’s injury on the Knicks and OKC’s dominance over the league thus far. Learn mor…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss what led to the firing of Dallas GM Nico Harrison including a unique atmosphere for the Bucks-Mavs game, the impact on the team and why it happened now. Plus, what will happen for the Mavericks moving forward and if they should consider trading Anthony Davis or Kyrie Irvin…

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk the Pistons looking poised for another big leap forward this season, the Rockets winning games how good teams do, the Suns outperforming expectations, if it's time to panic about the Clippers, Jokic’s dominance, the drama in Dallas and more. Learn more about your ad choices. …