Brian Windhorst and a team of ESPN's Insiders sort out life in and around the NBA world.
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss some coaches expressing frustration with the whistle Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been getting. Then, the guys tackle Mark Cuban’s comments on his biggest regret with selling the Mavericks. Next, ESPN’s Dave McMenamin joins to break down LeBron’s future including where he may play next season. Finally, we dish out the Cojones Factor Player of the Month and give a shoutout for an important cause.
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the Thunder getting a big win over the Knicks before talking if New York is an actual contender for the NBA Finals this season. Plus, we break down some high profile battles in the Eastern Conference standings down the stretch of the season including the emergence of the 76ers. Finally, we tackle this historic Rookie Of The Year race between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel and react to the NBA’s tanking proposals.
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to discuss the Celtics big win over the Thunder in Boston including a huge game from Jaylen Brown and why this was one of the more consequential games of the season. Then, we break down if the MVP race is actually heating up before talking about some historic MVP votes that we disagree with. Plus, we tackle how far NBA commissioner Adam Silver will go on tanking after his stern comments at the board of governors meeting. Finally, how concerning are the tough times for the Warriors for next season?
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the continuing drama between the Bucks and Giannis including the NBPA statement in support of Giannis playing. Plus, will there be a 65-game exemption for Cade Cunningham? Then, we break down if Victor Wembanyama’s speech has any chance to influence MVP voters and if he has a legitimate case for the trophy. Finally, how has Jayson Tatum’s return to Boston impacted the team?
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the Lakers strong play of late including Luka’s scoring outbursts before discussing a weakness that keeps popping up. Plus, an interesting stretch for the Cavs and some playoff seeding battles to monitor moving forward.
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to discuss if Cade Cunningham’s injury will prevent Detroit from a deep playoff run and if it will open up the Eastern Conference any more. Then, we discuss the Giannis injury and the Bucks’ desire to shut him down for the season including if Milwaukee should be looking to trade him this offseason. Finally, we break down some interesting postgame quotes from Jaylen Brown before talking if Boston is taking control of the Eastern Conference.
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the Rockets continuing to struggle in clutch time and if their issues on offense could prevent them from competing with the elite teams in the Western Conference. Plus, the Lakers have been streaking and LeBron has adapted his play to fit the team, what can this mean for playoff hopes in LA? Next, we break down how big of an issue Anthony Edwards’ injury is for the Wolves before talking how dangerous Boston is becoming in the East. Finally, we discuss some future NBA stars to watch out for in March Madness.
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk about a major win for the Lakers and how Luka is stepping forward as the leader in LA. Next, we discuss OKC getting a big win over the Wolves and SGA fighting to keep his 20-point game streak alive. Then, the guys break down some very confident quotes from Victor Wembanyama and how he continues to back them up. Finally, an interesting schedule situation for the Hawks and reaction to the Big 12 Tournament.
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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to talk the biggest questions that will decide the fate of the season for the Knicks before reacting to Heat coach Erik Spoelstra apologizing to “absolutely no one” about the path to Bam’s historic 83-point game. Then, we discuss the latest updates on Steph Curry’s injury including how the Warriors are approaching it with caution. Next, the guys tackle how much stock we are putting in the hot streak from the Magic of late. Finally, we are joined by trial lawyer and Celtics superfan Alex Spiro to assess the state of expectations for Boston with Tatum’s return.
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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.
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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.
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