Hoops Tonight with Jason Timpf

Jason Timpf is joined by Lakers beat writer Jovan Buha of The Athletic to discuss LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers championship ceiling after winning the NBA In-Season Tournament. Jason and Jovan outline the trades the Lakers need to make in order to catch Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets and Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers defeating Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers to win the first ever NBA In-Season Tournament. Jason discusses LeBron James winning the tournament MVP, the Lakers defense being the key to their playoff success, and Anthony Davis putting on one of the most dominant performances of his career. #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf is joined by the guys over at Nerd Sesh to discuss the upcoming NBA In-Season Tournament championship between LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, and Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. The guys discuss how LeBron has been playing like an MVP so far this season, how Tyrese Haliburton has quickly become one of the best players in the NBA, and if Steph Curry and the Warriors’ dynasty run has come to a close. #volume #herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' dominant 133-89 win over Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans (5:40). Jason discusses how LeBron's performance left him "at a loss for words" and shares what he believes must happen for him to consider Los Angeles a major NBA Finals threat. Jason also reacts to the Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks NBA In-Season Tournament semifinal game (19:00). Jason reacts to Tyrese Haliburton officially arriving as a superstar as the Pacers have now knocked off Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics and Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks en route to the championship game. #volume #herd (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf is joined by Brendon Kleen of Locked On Suns to discuss the state of the Phoenix Suns. After a slow start, Kevin Durant and Devin Booker are in need of getting Bradley Beal back from injury to push them into title contender conversations. Jason and Brendon discuss what the Suns must improve on in order to take that next jump. With a lot of teams in the western conference looking like they are a trade away from being in the championship conversation, this is shaping to what looks like could be a very important trade deadline for not just the Suns, but the entire NBA. #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' thrilling 106-103 win over Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and the Phoenix Suns to advance to the semi-finals of the NBA In-Season Tournament (4:30). Jason reacts to the controversial call at the end of the game, LeBron James' dominant performance, and Austin Reaves' big night. Also, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and the Milwaukee Bucks' dominant 146-122 won over Julius Randle, Jalen Brunson, and the New York Knicks in the NBA In-Season Tournament quarterfinals (27:30). Jason breaks down Damian Lillard taking over stretches of the matchup, Julius Randle's big night for New York, and what lies ahead for both Eastern Conference contenders. #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the NBA In-Season Tournament games on Monday night between Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics vs. Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers (9:00), and De’Aaron Fox and the Sacramento Kings vs. Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans (38:30). Haliburton’s triple-double knocked off Tatum and the Celtics last night as Tatum continued to struggle with his jump shot, and Brandon Ingram’s 30-point night was too much for the Kings to overcome. #volume #herd (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf drops his weekly NBA Power Rankings where Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the Boston Celtics claim the top spot for the second straight week. Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves have been elite all season long, and have started to separate themselves in the Western Conference. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks have figured it out as they have won 9 of 11 as they rise up the rankings. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, and the Golden State Warriors' 120-114 win over Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, James, Harden, and the Los Angeles Clippers (4:45). Jason shares why "good times are ahead" for Golden State. Later, Jason reacts to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' 133-110 loss to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder (22:00) as well as Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat's 142-132 win over Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers (42:15). #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Wednesday slate of NBA games where Pascal Siakam and the Toronto Raptors beat Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns. Jason explains how the athleticism of Toronto was too much for the Suns. Jason then reacts to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets beating the Houston Rockets. Jason explains how the Nuggets have the perfect NBA starting five, and how Jokic is the most unguardable player in NBA history. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Golden State Warriors 124-123 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Steph Curry. Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, and the Golden State Warriors are in the midst of a 2-8 stretch, but Jason says it isn't time to panic as they have been without Draymond Green for most of the season. With Klay Thompson and Andrew Wiggins starting to turn it around, look for the Warriors to start winning again. #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf is joined by Lakers beat writer Jovan Buha of The Athletic to discuss the start of the Lakers' season. Jason and Jovan discuss how LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Lakers will likely need to make a trade at the trade deadline to make themselves a legit title contender (11:30). Whether that player is Zach LaVine or Alex Caruso, it is clear that the Lakers need more guard help in order to take that next step. #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf breaks down a few games from the Thanksgiving weekend of the NBA schedule. LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers (6:30). Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers triumphed over the Oklahoma City Thunder (32:20), and Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans were victorious against James Harden, Kawhi Leonard, Russell Westbrook, Paul George and the Los Angeles Clippers (43:00). The Orlando Magic are in the midst of a 7-game winning streak as they held off Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics over the weekend. Jason also releases his weekly NBA Power Rankings with the Boston Celtics as the top spot (57:00). Who else made the top 10? #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf shares his top five biggest surprise teams from the 2023 NBA season including Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks (16:30), Joel Embiid's Philadelphia 76ers (18:45), and Anthony Edwards' Minnesota Timberwolves (26:30). Later, Jason ranks his top seven contenders for the NBA Finals including LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers (29:30), Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors (22:00), Kevin Durant's Phoenix Suns (26:30), and Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics (40:00). #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Klay Thompson, Chris Paul, and the Golden State Warriors' 128-109 loss to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and the Oklahoma City Thunder (5:10). How does Golden State need to adjust with Steph Curry out, and Draymond Green being suspended for a few more games? (Later, Jason breaks down the Thunder's 8-4 start to the NBA season, what the biggest problems and solutions are for OKC, and his expectations moving forward.(14:45) #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Wednesday slate of NBA games. Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and the Phoenix Suns blew out Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves 133-115 (5:25). Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics beat Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers despite not having both Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis (18:40), and the New York Knicks edge out the Atlanta Hawks 116-114 (34:30). #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Tuesday slate of NBA games which featured Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets beating Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, and Russell Westbrook 111-108 (5:30). The Clippers have not won a game since acquiring James Harden. Jason then reacts to Tyrese Haliburton’s 33 point, 15 assist night where he carried the Pacers to a 132-126 win over Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers (33:00). Last, Jason reacts to the Warriors Timberwolves fight where Draymond Green put Rudy Gobert in a choke hold where Draymond and Klay Thompson were both ejected (50:05). #volume #Herd (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf gives his NBA Power Rankings through the beginning of the season. Jason explains why Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves have been far and away the BEST team in the NBA (38:10). Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets have gotten off to a fast start (37:00), and Joel Embiid’s Philadelphia 76ers have the best record in the NBA after Tyrese Maxey has emerged as a bonafide superstar (35:20). #volume #herd (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf discusses the 0-4 start to the James Harden era for the Los Angeles Clippers. People will be quick to blame Harden, but Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Russell Westbrook have all played poorly over the last four games. The one obvious flaw in the new look Clippers is the lack of rebounding as they have been getting dominated on the glass since the roster altering trade. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf is joined by Lakers beat writer Jovan Buha of The Athletic to discuss the start of the Lakers' season. Jason and Jovan discuss what moves LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers can make to win an NBA championship this year. The guys then dive into what is really going on with Austin Reaves being benched for D'Angelo Russell (6:30), potential trade targets for the Lakers (19:45), and LA's biggest flaws early in this NBA season (26:00). #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' thrilling 122-119 win over Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns (5:00). Jason discusses LeBron's "amazing" crunch time play (10:10), Anthony Davis' return from injury (14:25), and what's going on with Austin Reaves' benching (15:00). Later, he touches on why Kevin Durant and the Suns will be just fine, despite their early season problems, as Bradley Beal, Devin Booker, and others recover from injuries (23:40). #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf deep dives on Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the Minnesota Timberwolves following their hot start to the 2023 NBA season. Is Anthony Edwards on track to become a Top-10 player in the NBA?(4:55) Later, Jason answers mailbag questions including whether the Boston Celtics can win the NBA Finals with Jayson Tatum as their star (26:50), if LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are running the right offense for their team (30:15), if Jason still defends his prior takes on Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets (41:45), and what his top three Star Wars movies are! #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the best games from Wednesday night in the NBA. Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors lose a close one to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets (5:40). The Philadelphia 76ers continue on their winning streak as they beat the Boston Celtics (28:51), and the Lakers continue to struggle as they got blown out by the Houston Rockets (42:40). #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf discusses his Top 5 takeaways from the start of the NBA season. He explains where LeBron James’ Lakers need to improve to become a contender (5:10), how Steph Curry and the Warriors are off to a hot start (8:35), and how Jayson Tatum has taken the next step into being one of the best players in the NBA for the Boston Celtics (13:10). Jason then discusses why Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are still the BEST team in the NBA (15:50), and why this year’s NBA trade deadline looks like it could be one of the best ones yet (19:50). #volume #herd (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the best games across the NBA on Monday night. James Harden makes his Clippers debut (5:00), Boston suffers their first loss to Anthony Edwards’ Timberwolves (15:00), Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors beat up on the Detroit Pistons (25:55), and LeBron James’ Lakers fall short to the Heat (31:00). #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf breaks down the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-104 win over Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors (5:30). The Cavs guard play of Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland proved to be too much for the Warriors as they combined for 55 points. Jason explains how the Warriors have had trouble with their bench unit struggling to score with Chris Paul running the unit (11:35). Jason then breaks down the Cavs and how their defense can carry the Cavs in the eastern conference (16:10). #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry's game-winner in the Golden State Warriors' 141-139 victory over Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA In-Season Tournament (3:45). Jason breaks down the biggest highlights from Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Golden State's big win as well as his takeaways from a young Thunder team. Later, Jason reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' 110-105 win over Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks (19:35) as well as Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' 125-114 win over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks (28:30). #volume #herd (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf takes a deep dive on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and the Milwaukee Bucks' slow start to the 2023 NBA season. Jason breaks down the Bucks' "terrible" defense and shares what Milwaukee can do to improve. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors’ 102-101 win over the Sacramento Kings where Klay Thompson hit a game-winning jump-shot with 0.2 seconds remaining (5:30). Jason then reacts to the Minnesota Timberwolves’ win over the Denver Nuggets (16:10), and breaks down the Boston Celtics’ fast start to the NBA season (25:36). #volume (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers 130-125 overtime win against Kawhi Leonard, Paul George Russell Westbrook, and the Los Angeles Clippers. In what may be the game of the year so far in this NBA season, LeBron James turned back the clock going off for 35 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists. Jason discusses his biggest takeaways and expectations for both of Los Angeles' teams during the NBA season. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns facing off against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Jason then breaks down the hot start of Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks, and the slow start from the Memphis Grizzlies without All-Star guard Ja Morant. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors' 130-102 win over Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans. Jason discusses whether Steph Curry is playing the best basketball of his career and why Golden State fans should be very happy with their start to the season. Later, Jason reacts to Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks' 127-113 win over Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves behind a 41-point performance from Dejounte Murray. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Philadelphia 76ers trading James Harden to the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for a slew of role players and draft picks. He breaks down the ceiling of the Clippers’ new core of Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden. Plus, Jason discusses what Daryl Morey should do next for the Sixers with plenty of cap space and draft capital. Next, Jason reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Orlando Magic game where Anthony Davis’ 26 points and 19 rebounds won the game for the Lakers. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the biggest games from the NBA's Sunday slate including LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' 132-127 loss to De'Aaron Fox and the Sacramento Kings, Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 106-95 win over the Houston Rockets, and Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' dominant 128-95 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Later, Jason breaks down Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' 127-110 loss to Trae Young's Atlanta Hawks, Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers' 126-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers, and answers some mailbag questions to close the show. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the biggest games on Friday night’s NBA slate. Jason reacts to Steph Curry carrying the Golden State Warriors to a 122-114 over the Sacramento Kings. Victor Wembanyama gets his first career double double as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Houston Rockets, and Luka Doncic’s 49 points proved to be too much for the Brooklyn Nets in the 125-120 Mavericks victory. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Philadelphia 76ers game where Damian Lillard made his Bucks debut alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo. Dame came alive in the 4th quarter and propelled the Bucks to a 118-117 victory. Dame and Giannis combined for 62 points in their first game together, as Joel Embiid tallied 24 of his own for the Sixers. Plus, Jason reacts to Lebron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers 100-95 win over Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns. The Suns were without Devin Booker and Bradley Beal, but KD picked up the slack tallying 39 points and 11 rebounds in the loss. AD dropped 30, and LeBron had a near triple double dropping 21 points, 9 assists, and 8 rebounds in the win. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Wednesday night slate of NBA games which featured Victor Wembanyama making his NBA debut for the San Antonio Spurs against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Luka’s triple double was too much in the Mavs 126-119 victory. Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics beat Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks by a score of 108-104 behind Tatum’s 34 points. Finally, Jason discusses what LeBron James, Antony Davis, and the Lakers need to do to make both their starting lineup and bench unit dynamic on the offensive end of the floor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and the Denver Nuggets' 119-107 victory over LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers on opening night of the NBA season. Jason discusses why Nikola Jokic is unstoppable, how Denver is one of the best teams of the past decade, and what LeBron James and the Lakers must do to catch up. Plus, Jason reacts to Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and the Phoenix Suns' 108-104 win over Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and the Golden State Warriors on the opening night of the NBA season. Jason discusses Devin Booker emerging as a potential top five player in the NBA, the impact of Draymond Green's absence for Golden State, and issues the Warriors will have to fix as the season progresses. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to some preseason games from around the NBA including the Boston Celtics’ recent matchup against the New York Knicks. Jason breaks down why the dominating performances from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have him optimistic about Boston’s title chances this season. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf wraps up his ranking of the top 20 teams in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season with No. 1, the Denver Nuggets. After winning the NBA Finals, there’s no doubt that the Nuggets are the best team in the league heading into the 2023-24 season behind two time MVP Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf discusses the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Los Angeles Lakers preseason game which featured the first time Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo played together since the Bucks acquired Dame in a trade involving Jrue Holiday. How did the Bucks’ new duo fare against Anthony Davis, who continued to showcase his impressive defensive prowess in the NBA preseason? Plus, Jason continues his ranking of the top 20 teams in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season with No. 2, the Milwaukee Bucks. After trading for one of the best guards in the NBA in Damian Lillard, the Bucks undoubtedly have the league's best duo in Giannis Antetokounmpo and Dame, and expect to play for an NBA Championship this season. #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings preseason game where LeBron James and Anthony Davis rested, which allowed D'Angelo Russell to shine in a preseason game where he was the offensive focal point. De’Aaron Fox looked in mid-season form as he was explosive on the offensive end of the floor. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf breaks down the Los Angeles Lakers preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets last night where LeBron James saw his first action of the 2023-24 season and he didn’t miss a beat. Ben Simmons also returned to the floor for the Brooklyn Nets last night and looked like his old self from a few years ago. Looking athletic and healthy again, this could be a bounce-back year for Simmons. Plus, Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren made their preseason debuts, and they did not disappoint. Wemby finished with a dominating 20 points, and Chet answered with 21 points of his own to go along with 9 rebounds in only 16 minutes. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf continues his ranking of the top 20 teams in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season with No. 5, the Phoenix Suns. After acquiring Bradley Beal from the Wizards, and shipping Chris Paul off to the Warriors, there’s no doubt that the Suns are ALL IN with their new big 3. The only question is, is it enough to get them over the hump and deliver a championship to Phoenix? #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf is joined by the Athletic's Jovan Buha to discuss some of the biggest questions facing the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of the 2023-24 NBA season. They discuss LeBron's renewed athleticism, Anthony Davis' improved jump shot, and who will be the fifth starter alongside D'Angelo Russell & Austin Reaves. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf continues his ranking of the top 20 teams in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season with No. 6, the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors shook things up this offseason in trading for Chris Paul in a move that sent Jordan Poole to the Washington Wizards. Is a core of Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, and Chris Paul good enough to get Steph Curry his fifth NBA championship? #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to NBA Media Day as teams meet with the media for the first time since the end of last year. Jason reacts to LeBron James saying that the Los Angeles Lakers are now Anthony Davis’ team. How will Chris Paul fit in with Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors, and how will Damian Lillard’s lack of defense affect Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks’ chances of winning an NBA title? Finally, is a big three of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal good enough to win the Phoenix Suns a championship? #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf continues his ranking of the top 20 teams in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season with No. 7, the Miami Heat. After winning the Eastern Conference over the Boston Celtics, but ultimately coming up short against the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals, Jimmy Butler and the Heat may still need another piece to get themselves over the hump. After failing to make a trade with the Portland Trail Blazers for Damian Lillard, what other pieces could Pat Riley’s team bring in to give themselves another chance at a title run? #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Boston Celtics trading for Jrue Holiday, pairing him with Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown. He discusses what this means for the Celtics NBA title hopes, how it impacts the matchup between Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard & the Milwaukee Bucks, and what the Portland Trail Blazers do next after acquiring Malcom Brogdon and Robert Williams. #volumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf continues his ranking of the top 20 teams in the NBA heading into the 2023-24 season with No. 8, the Philadelphia 76ers. After winning an MVP, Joel Embiid and the Sixers got bounced in the second round once again. With James Harden still wanting out of Philly, the Sixers seem to be at a crossroads, and need to find a way to contend if they want to keep Joel Embiid happy as well. #volume #herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.