Hoops Tonight with Jason Timpf

Jason Timpf reacts to the shocking trade sending Luka Doncic to join LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Davis to team up with Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and the Dallas Mavericks. Jason breaks down why Dallas decided to move off Luka and what lies ahead for both teams for the rest of this NBA season. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 7:00 - Why Mavericks dealt Luka 11:00 - What this means for Lakers 26:00 - What this means for Mavericks #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses his thoughts on Bronny James receiving meaningful playing time for the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James and LA's ideal starting lineup, and a trade target he thinks would be a strong fit with Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Later, Jason discusses Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks' improved defense, the biggest obstacle for Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics, and whether the Detroit Pistons need to make a move to support Cade Cunningham. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:00 - Why Giannis doesn't guard on-ball 11:00 - Deuce McBride 12:00  - Are defenses catching up on 3-pointer? 19:45 - Has Jason considered coaching? 26:30 - Bronny James 34:45 - Rockets are doing special things 36:30 - Impressed with Knicks defense recently? 39:00 - What will make or break Celtics 43:15 - NBA's urgency problem 52:15 - Lakers ideal starting five 55:00 - Do Pistons need to make a trade? 1:00:00 - Why Cam Johnson fits Warriors #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 116-109 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jason discusses Golden State's second win over OKC this year, why a second shot creator will fix many of the Warriors' problems, and what may doom the Thunder in the NBA Playoffs. Later, Jason discusses the top three trade destinations for Jimmy Butler including Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors, Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks, and Kevin Durant's Phoenix Suns. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:30 - Warriors beat Thunder 15:30 - Why Warriors are closer than you think 20:30 - What may doom Thunder in playoffs 30:00 - Top 3 Jimmy Butler Trade Destinations #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf discusses the top three trade destinations for Sacramento Kings star De'Aaron Fox including LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Jalen Green's Houston Rockets, and Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs. Timeline: 00:00 - Why Kings should trade De'Aaron Fox 04:54 - #3: Los Angeles Lakers 11:24 - #2: San Antonio Spurs 14:34 - #1: Houston Rockets #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Amen Thompson and Dillon Brooks' massive performances in the Houston Rockets' thrilling 114-112 win over Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Jason breaks down why Amen Thompson has star written all over him, the potential of this young Houston team, and what the biggest challenge is for Boston in their repeat efforts. Later, Jason reacts to Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the New York Knicks' dominant 143-106 win over Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies. Jason discusses New York's electric offensive night but why it is the Knicks' defense that will determine their fate this season. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:15 - Rockets stun Celtics 8:00 - Amen Thompson SHINES again 16:30 - Celtics biggest challenge 28:15 - Knicks blow out Grizzlies 35:30 - Knicks defense will determine their fate #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Jalen Green and the Houston Rockets' thrilling 135-131 win over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jason discusses Amen Thompson's dominant performance, how high Houston's ceiling is, and what's gone wrong for the Cavaliers over their past eight games. Later, Jason shares his top ten teams in the NBA including LeBron James and the surging Los Angeles Lakers, Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' problem in the Western Conference, and Kawhi Leonard's Los Angeles Clippers, who are once again a threat with one large question looming. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:30- Rockets-Cavaliers Reaction 10:00 - Amen Thompson dominates 17:00- Rockets standouts 19:15 - Rockets ceiling 21:00 - Cavaliers slipping 32:00 - Power rankings #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers win over Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Jason discusses the biggest highlights from the game and shares his takeaways for both teams as the NBA season rolls on. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Lakers/Warriors 26:00 - Mavericks/Celtics #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to several games around the NBA including Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' dominant 132-123 win over the Sacramento Kings,  Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 131-106 win over the Chicago Bulls, and Kyrie Irving's Dallas Mavericks taking down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-115. Later, Jason discusses the philosophy LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers must adopt following their dominant win over Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics before diving into NBA mailbag questions from listeners. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:45 - Nuggets dominate Kings 16:15 - Warriors blow out Bulls 30:45 - Mavericks beat Thunder...again 36:00 - Identity Lakers must develop 39:00 - NBA Mailbag #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' dominant 117-96 win over Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the Boston Celtics. Jason discusses LA's impressive night and shares why JJ Redick and LA must go all-in on LeBron and AD this season. Timeline: 5:00 - Lakers MUST believe 15:00 - Lakers "best game of season" vs. Celtics 24:00 - Will Lakers add a center? 31:00 - Why LA is more dangerous in playoffs than regular season 33:00 - Austin Reaves rises to the occasion 34:45 - LeBron & AD dominate 36:00 - Lakers must go all-in 39:00 - What's gone wrong for Celtics? #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to several games from across the NBA including Fred VanVleet and the Houston Rockets' thrilling 109-108 win over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jason discusses how Houston's athleticism causes major problems for opponents and whether the Cavs' weaknesses are cause for concern. Later, Jason reacts to Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 123-117 loss to DeMar DeRozan and the Sacramento Kings, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropping 54 points in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 123-114 win over the Utah Jazz, and Jayson Tatum leading the Boston Celtics to a 117-113 win over the Los Angeles Clippers. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Cavs/Rockets 15:00 - Houston’s athleticism is a problem 26:00 - Warriors/Kings 31:30 - SGA drops 54! 32:45 - Celtics-Clippers thriller #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf highlights the biggest trade deadlines rumors surrounding LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Kevin Durant's Phoenix Suns, and Jalen Green's Houston Rockets! Jason discusses the two trades he would target if he were running the Lakers to help JJ Redick build a championship contender around LeBron and Anthony Davis. Would Phoenix acquiring Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat or Houston landing Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls turn either the Suns or Rockets into title contenders? Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Jimmy Butler to the Suns 11:45 - How to revamp the Lakers 31:30 - Zach Lavine to the Rockets #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf gives his top five takeaways from the weekend of NBA games. He explains how the Boston Celtics must stop settling for jump shots if they want to get rid of their midseason struggles, as well as highlights how Jaren Jackson Jr. has become one of the most underrated players in the NBA and is the key to the Memphis Grizzlies success. Jason then breaks down the failed Julius Randle experiment with Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves, as well as asks the question whether LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers are starting to give up on this NBA season. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:00 - Celtics path to getting out of midseason slump is by NOT settling 13:00 - Jaren Jackson is one of the most underrated players in the NBA 19:30 - The Julius Randle experiment has been a massive failure 29:45 - The Lakers look like a team that is losing belief 38:30 - Cavs have shown their dark side #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Jason Timpf is joined by Jovan Buha of The Athletic to break down what LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers will be doing ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline. Jason and Jovan break down smaller moves the Lakers can make to acquire players like Lonzo Ball from the Chicago Bulls, Bruce Brown from the Toronto Raptors, or Collin Sexton from the Utah Jazz to boost LA's depth. What are the chances LA takes a swing at a star like Zach LaVine or New Orleans Pelicans big man Brandon Ingram? Jason and Jovan break it all down and more! Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:30- Where are the Lakers at mentally? 11:15 - Will Lakers target offense or defense at trade deadline? 27:00 - Jarred Vanderbilt update 29:00- Christian Wood update 29:45- Backup center options 30:30 - Will Lakers 100% make another trade? 31:15 - Lakers looking at Lonzo Ball? 34:30 - Bruce Brown 36:00 - Collin Sexton 41:15 - Zach LaVine off the table? 43:45 - Brandon Ingram returning to LA? 47:15 - Rapid Fire: Will he be a Laker? 48:45- Check out Jovan's work! #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses whether Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs should look to add a star like the Sacramento Kings' De'Aaron Fox, if Russell Westbrook should remain in the starting lineup with Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, and why Klay Thompson and the Dallas Mavericks have all the pieces necessary to go on an NBA Playoffs run once Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving get healthy. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 6:30 - Warriors trade for Bradley Beal? 7:30 - Nets rebuilding process 13:45 - Are teams overlooking G-league and overseas talent? 14:45 - Amen Thompson starting over Jabari Smtih 25:15 - Spurs reeling 29:00 - Should Spurs make a “win now” move? 32:00 - Best starting five for Nuggets 33:00 - Prepping to appear on other podcasts as a guest 35:15 - Should Pistons make a deadline move? 39:00 - Klay Thompson’s fit in Dallas 47:00 - Russell Westbrook’s success with Nuggets 50:00 - Tough shot making 54:45 - Dealing with haters in the comments 58:00 - Comments from people telling Jason how to do his job   #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' 117-108 win over Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat. Jason discusses the Lakers' huge second half and breaks down the defensive improvement for JJ Redick's team. Later, Jason reacts to Stephen Curry's 31-point night in the Golden State Warriors' 116-115 win over Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves.  Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:15 -- Heat-Lakers Reaction 17:45 - Lakers defensive improvement 27:00 - Warriors-Timberwolves Reaction 31:45 - Warriors are worth investing in 34:15 - Rui Hachimura post game comments (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf shares his thoughts on some of the NBA's biggest trade rumors as the NBA trade deadline approaches. Jason discusses whether Jimmy Butler or Zach LaVine would be a good fit with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and the Milwaukee Bucks as they look to contend with the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers atop the Eastern Conference. Later, Jason breaks down why Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets do not need to trade for a star player, but instead should build their bench depth. Lastly, Jason discusses why Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors should make a move to bring Kevin Durant back to Golden State from the Phoenix Suns and vault the Warriors into top tier championship contention. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 6:15 - Bucks Trade Rumors 16:30- Zach Lavine-Bucks 19:15 - Bucks upgrading backup center? 28:00 - Nuggets Trade Rumors 34:30- Kevin Durant to Warriors? 36:45 - Warriors Trade Rumors (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers imploding during their 126-102 loss the Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Jason discusses LA once again letting go of the rope and turning a competitive game into a blowout loss. What's next for JJ Redick to do to turn LA into a championship-caliber team? Later, Jason reacts to Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons' 124-119 win over Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks and discusses Detroit quietly turning themselves into a team to be reckoned with. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:15 - Lakers implode vs. Spurs 20:15 - Pistons-Knicks (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf shares his thoughts on whether Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics have a championship hangover or if there is a real problem with the defending champions. Later, Jason discusses Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets winning seven of their last 10 games and the vastly improved play of Russell Westbrook in Denver. Next, Jason reacts to Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns' three-game winning streak and shares why it's way too early to count anyone out in the Western Conference. The show closes with Jason's NBA power rankings as the Celtics, Thunder, and Cavaliers continue to hold the top three spots, the Nuggets climb, and the Pistons, Pacers, and Kings all make their debut on the list! Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 5:30 - Something wrong with Celtics? 23:15 - Westbrook thriving with Nuggets 35:00 - Suns fighting back 47:30 - NBA Power Rankings (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment.Jason discusses what the Oklahoma City Thunder can do to raise their offensive ceiling, what team in the Eastern Conference has the best team to dethrone the Boston Celtics, whether the Nuggets should consider trading Michael Porter Jr and what potential trades the Golden State Warriors should consider in order to right the ship.  Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 4:45 - How can the OKC Thunder raise their offensive ceiling? 12:30 - Jayson Tatum’s usage rate 16:45 - Should Nuggets trade Michael Porter Jr? 28:30 - Which team is a fun watch for a fan whose team isn’t winning? 30:00 - How does it feel to have Colin Cowherd compare Jason to Ryen Russillo? (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers' 129-122 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jason discusses Darius Garland delivering once again, why Jarrett Allen needs to be reevaluated as one of the league's best centers, and what Evan Mobley did better against the Thunder than he has in any game of his career. Later, Jason shares four takeaways from the past week including why he's tired of people giving up on Anthony Edwards, what Victor Wembanyama must improve on to become the best player in the world, and why he expects the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns to be just fine despite their current slumps. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Thunder vs. Cavaliers Reaction 31:30 - Takeaway #1: Don't give up on Anthony Edwards 35:45 - Takeaway #2: How Wemby becomes best in world 39:00 - Takeaway #3: Stop burying West teams too quickly 45:15 - Takeaway #4: Bucks will be fine (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder's 105-92 win over Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Jason discusses SGA "resoundingly" outplaying Tatum, the Thunder defense stifling Boston in the second half, and whether this changes his outlook on each team moving forward this NBA season. Later, Jason discusses LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers’ 118-97 loss to Klay Thompson and the Dallas Mavericks. Jason discusses the key issue JJ Redick must address as the Lakers continue their efforts to return to a championship-caliber team. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:15 - Celtics-Thunder Reaction 25:00 - Lakers lose control vs. Mavericks (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses what the future holds for Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat following the star guard's suspension and trade request, why Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers have jumped Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in his contender rankings, and what the major difference is between LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers and Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors when viewing each team as a potential NBA Finals contender. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Why NBA is WIDE OPEN this season 10:00 - Jimmy Butler quitting on Heat 17:00 - Why Kyrie Irving has worked with Mavericks 19:45 - What if Lakers acquired Kyrie? 27:00 - Cavaliers or Thunder? 29:45 - Will Cade Cunningham become #1 scorer for Pistons 32:30 - Is West significantly better than East? 33:30 - Will Jonathan Kuminga be traded? 38:45 - What will it take for Knicks to beat Celtics? 40:15 - Difference in Lakers vs. Warriors 55:00 - Hornets-Lakers hypothetical trade 59:00 - How Jason takes notes during games (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder's 117-107 win over Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks. Jason discusses what both teams will rely on moving forward to maintain their championship aspirations and whether he believes in OKC or New York. Later, Jason reacts to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs' 113-110 win over Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets and discusses why Wemby is nearly a "sure thing" to be the best player in the world sooner rather than later. Finally, Jason reacts to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' two-game winning streak and assesses his current feelings toward his favorite team. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Knicks-Thunder Reaction 27:00 - Spurs-Nuggets Reaction 44:00 - Lakers win 7 of last 9 (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Jayson Tatum's dominant performance in the Boston Celtics' 118-115 win over Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jason discusses how Jayson Tatum has turned his play up a level this season, Anthony Edwards' struggles, and what the future looks like for the Timberwolves who are still trying to find their identity. Later, Jason reacts to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 139-105 blowout win over Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers. Will this win spark the Warriors out of their slump?   Timeline: 4:00 -Start 5:30 - Celtics vs Wolves 33:00 - Warriors vs Sixers (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the biggest stories from around the NBA including why he is now placing Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers as his No. 2 NBA Finals contender behind Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Jason discusses the biggest reasons for Cleveland's surge this season and whether he expects them to chase down Boston for his No. 1 contender spot. Later, Jason breaks down Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' 120-112 win over Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. How have Giannis, Damian Lillard, and Doc Rivers turned Milwaukee's season around after their disastrous start? Next, Jason tells Warriors fans why they can't give up on Steph Curry and Golden State despite their extended slump before highlighting positive takeaways from LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' loss to the Cavaliers. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:00 - Cavaliers are the real deal 32:00 - Bucks-Pacers 44:30 - Warriors slumping or broken? 52:15 - Lakers battle Cavs  (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers five big NBA questions including when Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers will be taken as serious contenders, what Jonathan Kuminga's dominant game against the Suns means for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, and whether Kawhi Leonard will be able to lift the Los Angeles Clippers to a championship level when he returns from injury. Later, Jason discusses if Victor Wembanyama has become a top 10 player in the world for the San Antonio Spurs, his follow-up thoughts on the Los Angeles Lakers trading D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith, and lastly shares his NBA power rankings! Timeline: 5:00 - When will Cavaliers be taken seriously? 16:00 - Jonathan Kuminga dominates Suns 29:45 - Can Kawhi Leonard lift Clippers to championship level? 32:15 - Is Wemby a top 10 player in world? 37:15 - Lakers trade reaction 51:00 - NBA Power Rankings (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers sending D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis, and three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Jason breaks down how both Finney-Smith and Milton will elevate the Lakers and what's next for LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and LA after their first big move of the season. Timeline: 5:00 - Dorian Finney Smith 11:00 - Shake Milton 18:15 - Lakers big picture (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses whether Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets should make a move with the Chicago Bulls for Zach LaVine, if Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are ready for an all-in move like trading for De'Aaron Fox with the Sacramento Kings, and much more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:00 - Should Nuggets trade Michael Porter Jr. for Zach Lavine? 11:00 - Should Spurs trade for De’Aaron Fox? 13:00 - Did the Kings make a mistake trading for Demar Derozan? 16:00 - Why are offensive ratings so much higher now? 17:00 - Celtics struggling with Jayson Tatum off the floor 17:30 - What is a “Spain Pick n Roll”? 21:00 - Timberwolves broken offense (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to the NBA Christmas Day slate including Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks' win over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs, Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers taking down Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics, Anthony Edwards leading the Minnesota Timberwolves past Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks as well as Kevin Durant's Phoenix Suns defeating Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 4:45 - Spurs-Knicks 23:30 - 76ers-Celtics 31:45 - Timberwolves-Mavericks 28:24 - Nuggets-Suns (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' thrilling 115-113 win over Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day. Jason breaks down Steph and LeBron's vintage performances, Austin Reaves' game-winner, and what's next for both of these Western Conference teams. Timeline: 4:00 - Lakers-Warriors thriller 9:00 - Austin Reaves' game-winner 13:00 - Reaves' big performance 24:00 - Rui Hachimura delivers 25:00 - Max Christie 26:00 - Dalton Knecht 28:15 - Lakers outlook 31:00 - Warriors should trade Jonathan Kuminga 37:00 - Schroder's best game 37:45 - Why Warriors need a big forward (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Jason Timpf shares four big weekend takeaways including LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' improved play, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs being ready to go all-in, and Tyrese Haliburton's Indiana Pacers returning to form. Later, Jason shares his NBA power rankings including a rise for Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks, a return to the top for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and another top ten showing for Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - (1) Lakers defense is BACK 19:00 - (2) Western Conference madness 28:45 - (3) Spurs should go for it with Wemby 33:30 - (4) Pacers back on track 35:45 - NBA Power Rankings (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment and discusses whether the NBA should implement any changes to generate more interest, how Rob Pelinka has failed LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers as well as why Steve Kerr is the not the problem for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Should NBA change rules to increase interest? 22:45 - Is KD only "slightly above average" on defense? 25:00 - What happened to Ben Simmons? 27:00 - Mavericks three-point shooting 28:00 - How to send basketball concept questions to Jason 29:00 - Why Jason roots for Lakers 30:45 - How Rob Pelinka has hurt Lakers 36:45 - Offensive rebounding & three-point shooting 37:45 - Grizzlies interesting offensive strategy 50:00 - Is Steve Kerr a problem for Warriors? 54:30 - How OKC matches with Celtics 55:30 - Why Jokic is best player over Giannis 56:30- What Pistons need next 57:30- Will NBA Cup influence MVP (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf is joined by Carson Breber and Logan Camden of Nerd Sesh to react to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' NBA Cup championship win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. The guys discuss Milwaukee's turnaround as well as whether OKC's issues will be exposed in the NBA Playoffs. Later, the guys debate whether Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks or the Thunder are the best team in the Western Conference, if Giannis or Nikola Jokic is the best player in the world, and whether Milwaukee or the Denver Nuggets are more likely to win the NBA Finals. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:15 - Bucks-Thunder reaction 19:00 - Mavericks or Thunder best in West? 35:00 - Giannis or Jokic? 54:00 - Bucks or Nuggets more likely to win title? 1:09:00 - Lakers or Heat more likely to blow it up? 1:12:00 - Pacers or Kings more likely to turn it around? (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' dominant 97-81 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup championship game. Jason breaks down how Giannis, Damian Lillard, and Milwaukee have turned their season around and whether SGA and OKC had some fatal flaws exposed. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:00 - Giannis vs. SGA 11:15 - Damian Lillard outplays Jalen Williams 18:15 - How Bucks turned it around 21:15  - What went wrong for OKC? (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets’ wild 130-129 win over De’Aaron Fox and the Sacramento Kings. Jason discusses why despite Denver’s limitations, he cannot give up on the Nuggets as an NBA Finals contender. Later, Jason shares his reaction to Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons’ 125-124 overtime win over Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Jason Timpf reacts to the NBA's weekend action including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder as well as Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks advancing to the NBA Cup championship game. Jason discusses how OKC is playing "special basketball" and why the Bucks are back among his top championship contenders. Later, Jason shares his NBA power rankings including Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks, Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics, and Ja Morant's Memphis Grizzlies - despite their loss to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - SGA is playing "special basketball" 11:15 - Thunder must prioritize Hartenstein 15:45 - Rockets need shot creator 24:45  - Bucks are championship contenders 27:30 - NBA stars putting on a show 30:00 - NBA Power Rankings (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors acquiring Dennis Schroder from the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for De'Anthony Melton and future draft picks. Jason breaks down how this trade impacts the Warriors' NBA Finals chances and what he expects from Schroder in Golden State. (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume   Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses whether Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets should look for a player like Jimmy Butler or Paul George to boost their title chances. Is Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic or Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks better to build around? Can Jalen Brunson be the number one option on a championship team for the New York Knicks? Jason answers all these questions and more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Will Rockets or Magic win championship first? 8:30 - Parity in NBA 10:00 - How big is Chet's defensive impact? 11:00 - Warriors-Rockets ending 15:30 - How many teams would Steph make a title contender? 23:30 - What's the most valuable type of role player? 25:30 - Thoughts on bad officiating 29:45 - Is Anthony Edwards' shot selection holding Wolves back? 32:45 - Can Jalen Brunson be #1 on championship team? 33:30 - What's going on with Reed Sheppard? 35:15 - Does Jokic get too many touches? 46:00 - Jimmy Butler to Denver? 48:45 - Is Luka or Giannis better to build around? 51:00 - Jason's favorite defensive concepts (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume   Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors falling 91-90 to Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets in the NBA Cup. Jason breaks down the biggest highlights from the game and why Golden State must make a move by the trade deadline to have any chance at reaching the NBA Finals. Later, Jason reacts to Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks' 108-100 comeback win over Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the New York Knicks to advance to the semifinals of the NBA In-Season Tournament. Timecodes: 5:00 - Warriors-Rockets 25:45 - Hawks-Knicks (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume   Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf shares his reaction to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 39-point explosion in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 118-104 win over Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks. Jason discusses how OKC stifled Luka, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and the Dallas offense. Later, Jason reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' 114-109 win over the Orlando Magic, including late-game heroics from Damian Lillard. The show ends with Jason heading to the film room to break down OKC's win over Dallas in a potential Western Conference Finals preview. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 05:45 - Mavericks vs. Thunder 30:30 - Magic vs. Bucks 37:00 - Mavs-Thunder Film Study (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Jason Timpf shares his NBA Cup predictions before diving into an NBA mailbag segment. Will Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors and Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks survive the first round of elimination games? Later, Jason discusses why Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks missed his power rankings, what the next move should be for Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, and what the most important factors are to him for deciding MVP. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:30 - NBA Cup preview 9:30 - Luka playing off-ball more 11:30 - Should Knicks be in power rankings? 13:30 - Why don't Warriors use pick and roll more? 25:00 - Best metrics that correlate with success in NBA 31:45 - Does winning matter to MVP? 35:00 - Nuggets next move? 37:15 - How will defenses adjust to defend 3? 39:15 - How should Rudy Gobert be valued? 40:30 - What do Grizzlies need to be legit contender? 42:00 - Why is Luka considered better than Giannis? (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' 118-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets as well as Nikola Jokic's historic start to the NBA season with the Denver Nuggets. Then he dives into his NBA power rankings featuring Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors, Ja Morant's Memphis Grizzlies, and Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Bucks/Nets 14:00 - Nikola Jokic’s all-time run 26:45 - Power Rankings (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA Mailbag segment. Jason discusses whether Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors should pursue a trade for Brandon Ingram, Anthony Davis, or … LeBron James. Later, Jason shares his thoughts on Jamal Murray's disappointing start to the season for Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, whether JJ Redick deserves criticism similar to Darvin Ham for the Los Angeles Lakers' struggles, if the window has closed for Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat, and much more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Brandon Ingram or AD to Warriors? 11:00 - Is Haliburton a Top 10 PG? 15:00- What's going on with Jamal Murray? 24:30 - Why doesn't Jokic play with bench? 28:15 - Should JJ Redick be criticized like Darvin Ham? 34:30 - Covering the entire NBA 37:00 - Rule change to boost NBA ratings 39:30 - Hawks impressive "rebuild" 47:00 - Is Heat window closed? 52:00 - Next move for Pistons 57:00 - Was Tatum iso vs. Cavaliers best for Celtics? (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf discusses why he is DONE with LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers following their embarrassing 134-93 loss to the Miami Heat. Jason breaks down LA's lack of effort and interest in playing competitive basketball and what has gone wrong with JJ Redick as head coach. Later, Jason reacts to Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks' 119-104 win over Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks for their fifth straight win. Timeline: 5:15 - Done with the Lakers 25:00 - Hawks stay hot vs. Bucks (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to several NBA Cup games from around the league including Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' second half comeback against Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks taking down the Orlando Magic, and Luka Doncic's 37-point performance in the Dallas Mavericks' win over Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 6:30 - Warriors-Nuggets 23:15 - Magic-Knicks 39:15 - Grizzlies-Mavericks (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf discusses what has gone wrong for LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers, who have followed their 10-4 start to the season by going 2-5. Jason breaks down LeBron's recent struggles, what's gone wrong with the Lakers offense, and whether he expects JJ Redick to turn around LA's problems before it's too late. Introduction: 4:00 - Lakers offense has fallen apart 10:00 - Why shifting offense from AD to LeBron has not worked 12:00- What's wrong with LeBron? 26:00- Why Lakers have slumped 30:15 - Will LA turn it around? (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenging an earlier loss in their 115-111 win over Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Later, Jason shares his thoughts on Fred VanVleet and the Houston Rockets' 119-116 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Next, Jason turns his attention to the NBA Power Rankings where Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors are sliding over a four-game losing streak while Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks are shooting up the list. The show ends with Jason breaking down film on the Warriors, LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, and much more from around the NBA during Timpf's Tape! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Cavaliers/Celtics 25:00 - Rockets/Thunder 43:00 - Power Rankings 58:45 - Timpf’s Tape (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf is joined by Sam Vecenie of The Athletic to break down their top NBA contenders over the start of the season. Jason and Sam discuss whether Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics have separated themselves from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the Oklahoma City Thunder as the top team in the league. Later, they debate whether Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors or Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers are legitimate NBA Finals contenders following their hot starts to the season. Next, Jason and Sam break down what is wrong with Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks' defense, why they believe in LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers to be competitive in the NBA Playoffs, and much more! Timeline: 04:00 - Happy Thanksgiving 5:00 - Have Celtics separated from Thunder? 23:45- Are Warriors or Cavaliers legit? 37:00 - Should Warriors target Jimmy Butler 42:15 - How far behind Celtics are Cavs? 52:15- What's wrong with Knicks defense? 1:02:45 - Why Sam believes in Lakers 1:10:15 - Which West teams are threats? 01:15:45 - Watch out for Grizzlies 01:20:30 - Will Lakers address their problems? 01:35:30 - Check out Sam's work! (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf reacts to Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, and the Phoenix Suns' dominant 127-100 win over LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Cup. Later, Jason discusses Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks' win over Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat without Giannis Antetokounmpo as well as the Houston Rockets' win over Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:45 - Lakers/Suns 43:30 - Bucks/Heat (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Timpf shares his NBA power rankings featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks soaring following their rocky start to the season, Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors maintaining a top five spot, and Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics reclaiming the top overall spot following their victory over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Later, Jason shares why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder remind him of the Celtics as they rose to the top of the league. The show ends with Jason sharing why Lakers fans need to relax after back-to-back losses for LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and LA. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 7:45 - #10 Bucks 11:00 - #9 Knicks 23:45 - #8 Nuggets 31:45 - #7 Clippers 33:00 - #6 Rockets 34:45 - #5 Magic 38:00 - #4 Warriors 53:00 - #3 Thunder 54:45 - #2 Cavaliers 56:00 - #1 Celtics 59:45 - The Lakers will be fine (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.