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On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector are joined by Dr. Theresa Runstedtler, author of the forthcoming book Black Ball: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Spencer Haywood, and the Generation that Saved the Soul of the NBA They discuss: What led Theresa to writing a book about these specific NBA players? Who has governance over the Black body? How did the policies and incidents that shaped America in the 1960s and 1970s shape NBA policies and vice versa? The struggles fought for then are still the same struggles that are bing played out now with load management and the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Mike Brown's improvement as a coach beyond X's and O's Draymond Green sounds off on Warriors lack of defense David's new favorite team is the Nets and he wrote about it here Top 5 NBA teams right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: LeBron, Steph, KD, and Jaylen Brown are all injured. What does this mean for title odds and predictions? The Suns have depth issues, how do they address? James Harden shared thoughts about his time in Brooklyn. What's he really saying? David likes how the Cavaliers execute on both sides of the floor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Lakers have a different team, do these moves matter? Henry has some insight on all the second round picks that got traded. Are the Warriors going to win another title? David and Henry are much higher on them than Jarod. Top 5 teams on the championship bus post deadline Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)(CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Bonus Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Bonus must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Super Boost: Valid 1 Odds Boost Token per customer after opt-in each day for eligible Super Bowl LVII prop markets only. Token must be used BEFORE placing eligible bet between 6-9PM ET daily. Odds boosts and prop markets will vary. Max bet limits apply. Tokens are non-cashable, non-refundable, and cannot be withdrawn. Boost Token expire daily at 9PM ET. There are no restrictions on the funds a customer will receive if their bet wins. If their bet loses, they will not receive any reward. Offer period valid 2/6/23 - 2/11/23. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Kevin Durant is now on the Phoenix Suns. Henry and David don't think this has any chance to work. Jarod gives it a slight chance. The Nets now have a team that resembled the one in 2019 that Durant and Kyrie Irving joined. Will Brooklyn go star hunting again? LeBron James is the NBA's all-time leading scorer and the best player we've ever seen. Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)(CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Bonus Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Bonus must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Super Boost: Valid 1 Odds Boost Token per customer after opt-in each day for eligible Super Bowl LVII prop markets only. Token must be used BEFORE placing eligible bet between 6-9PM ET daily. Odds boosts and prop markets will vary. Max bet limits apply. Tokens are non-cashable, non-refundable, and cannot be withdrawn. Boost Token expire daily at 9PM ET. There are no restrictions on the funds a customer will receive if their bet wins. If their bet loses, they will not receive any reward. Offer period valid 2/6/23 - 2/11/23. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Nets trading Kyrie Irving to the Mavericks. What are the ramifications for Dallas, the league, Brooklyn, and Kevin Durant? David wrote about how the trade impacts both teams and we talk about the Mavericks title odds in a congested west and Brooklyn's ability to make another move. Stephen Curry will miss more time with an injury, what should the Warriors do? There is trouble on and off the court in Memphis and Jarod is very concerned about both. Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)(CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Bonus Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Bonus must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Super Boost: Valid 1 Odds Boost Token per customer after opt-in each day for eligible Super Bowl LVII prop markets only. Token must be used BEFORE placing eligible bet between 6-9PM ET daily. Odds boosts and prop markets will vary. Max bet limits apply. Tokens are non-cashable, non-refundable, and cannot be withdrawn. Boost Token expire daily at 9PM ET. There are no restrictions on the funds a customer will receive if their bet wins. If their bet loses, they will not receive any reward. Offer period valid 2/6/23 - 2/11/23. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: A tale of three teams: The Celtics, Warriors, and Grizzlies. It seems like the Celtics are fueled off of last season's disappointment, the Warriors are finding it tough to maintain excellence consistently, and the Grizzlies don't fully understand the difficulty in winning consistently. The trade deadline is approaching and David has a word of caution for fans and discusses some teams and what they might do. Check out his excellent articles on the best trade targets in each conference. East. West. Top 5 teams in the NBA right now Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Free bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/basketballlterms. No Sweat: Valid 1 per customer. NBA same game parlay bets only. Min 3-leg. First bet after opting-in must lose. Paid as one Free Bet Token based on amount of initial losing bet. Max. wagering limits apply. Free Bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Ends at the start of the final NBA game each day when offered prior to 2/16/23 @ 10PM ET. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/basketballterms This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/TRUEHOOP and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The ending of Lakers vs. Celtics and the officiating. Did LeBron and the Lakers get cheated? Jarod thinks "NBA Rivals Week" was a success. David has some ideas on how to capitalize. Ja Morant's father Tee Morant is becoming a celebrity, is this a good thing? Trade deadline buzz Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Free bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/basketballlterms. No Sweat: Valid 1 per customer. NBA same game parlay bets only. Min 3-leg. First bet after opting-in must lose. Paid as one Free Bet Token based on amount of initial losing bet. Max. wagering limits apply. Free Bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Ends at the start of the final NBA game each day when offered prior to 2/16/23 @ 10PM ET. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/basketballterms This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/TRUEHOOP and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The thrilling game between the Grizzlies and Warriors. David has an idea why Steph Curry threw his mouthpiece. Yes, it's about Jordan Poole, but deeper. The Nets and 76ers also played a spirited game. What is the difference between Nic Claxton's mindset and Ben Simmons? Winning the title is hard and David looks at it differently than Las Vegas and other popular sports sites. He wrote about it here. Top 5 teams in the NBA right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The brilliance of Kyrie Irving. Can the Nets count on this version of Kyrie? The Clippers look like they're trending in the right direction, what are they doing? It's hard to play defense in today's NBA, ask Austin Rivers. David has thoughts. The definitive 2023 NBA All-Star list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Wednesday night's intense game between the Cavaliers and Grizzlies, is this a Finals preview? The OKC Thunder are more competent than most people thought, are they poised to be a relevant team as early as next year? Stan Van Gundy is talking loud and wrong about player injuries Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Free Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Free bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Stepped up Same Game Parlay: 1 Stepped Up Same Game ParlayToken issued per eligible NFL playoff game after opt-in. Min $1 bet.Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet+100 odds or longer. Profit boosted up to 100% (10+ legs for 100% boost). Promotional offer period ends 2/12/23 at 11:59:59 PM ET.See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special episode of TrueHoop Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector talk to NYU professor and author of How Basketball Can Save the World: 13 Guiding Principles For Reimagining What's Possible, David Hollander. They discuss: Why David holds his high school basketball record for most technical fouls? What is it about this game we all love, that makes it so special? What was Dr. James Naismith thinking when he invented the game? Who does the game belong to? Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Free Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Free bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Stepped up Same Game Parlay: 1 Stepped Up Same Game ParlayToken issued per eligible NFL playoff game after opt-in. Min $1 bet.Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet+100 odds or longer. Profit boosted up to 100% (10+ legs for 100% boost). Promotional offer period ends 2/12/23 at 11:59:59 PM ET.See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector is back with David Thorpe and they discuss: The Memphis Grizzlies can win a title this year. What does David like and dislike about them? The Denver Nuggets have arguably the best player in the world but aren't serious title threats right now. Why? Nic Claxton has been the key to the Nets improved defense. What is David seeing? Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Free Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Free bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Stepped up Same Game Parlay: 1 Stepped Up Same Game ParlayToken issued per eligible NFL playoff game after opt-in. Min $1 bet.Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet+100 odds or longer. Profit boosted up to 100% (10+ legs for 100% boost). Promotional offer period ends 2/12/23 at 11:59:59 PM ET.See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What we can expect from the Knicks, Lakers, Hawks, & the Nets moving forward The MVP race, who you got? Our top-five teams Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Free Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Free bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Stepped up Same Game Parlay: 1 Stepped Up Same Game Parlay Token issued per eligible NFL playoff game after opt-in. Min $1 bet. Max bet limits apply. Min. 3-leg. Each leg min. -300 odds, total bet +100 odds or longer. Profit boosted up to 100% (10+ legs for 100% boost). Promotional offer period ends 2/12/23 at 11:59:59 PM ET.See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and David Thorpe discuss: LeBron's comments about the state of the Lakers and whether or not we can expect a trade this summer LeBron's elite play at 38 Scoring is up and defense is low, why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Mental and physical fatigue at the halfway point for players The Nets just had a 12-game win streak, which teams could go on a similar streak? An early look at All-NBA possibilities halfway through the season Top 5 teams in the league right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the first TrueHoop episode of 2023 Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Nets are the hottest team in the NBA and David knows why All-Star weekend is approaching, who are some potential first time All-Stars? Luka and Giannis are putting up historic numbers, but David thinks one is more sustainable than the other Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop, the final episode of 2022, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Pascal Siakam's career-high in scoring and something David told him while they were working this past summer. The NBA has owned Christmas Day for decades and we have a number of exciting matchups. Which are the most intriguing and why? How have David and Jarod's views on these teams evolved over the first third of the season? Top 5 teams in the NBA right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: KD, Jokic, and Devin Booker setting the tone for their teams Final thoughts on the 2022 World Cup Are the Knicks for real? What did Darvin Ham do to Anthony Davis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Our latest trade column Teams that are trending up: Clippers, Nets, 76ers, Heat Teams that are trending down: Hawks, Raptors, Wolves, Suns David has an idea for a new award Top 5 teams in the Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The tragic passing of journalist Grant Wahl at the World Cup. What are our responsibilities as media people and fans when it comes to sports? David shares a story about the late Paul Silas Rivalries are something we all understand in sports, David has a unique perspective A number of rookies are really good defenders, Henry and David have thoughts Contender or pretender Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector are joined by "Barkley: A Biography" author Timothy Bella. Charles Barkley has been famous for four decades, what makes him so appealing to such a large segment of people? How important were Charles' mother and grandmother in shaping the man we know today? Charles is often wrong and very problematic on big societal issues, how is he able to get away with his positions unscathed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Brittney Griner was released from a Russian prison in exchange for arms dealer Viktor Bout Zion Williamson was in a bad place last year, then assistant coach Teresa Weatherspoon gave him some "royal jelly" and he's a new man. David wrote about it here. David makes a living developing NBA players and says it's a job that the NBA as a whole does very poorly Top 5 teams in the league right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The challenge of projecting a player's ceiling and why that makes fans mad Jaylen Brown says he's focused on getting the Celtics back to the Finals, and Jarod sees it Anthony Davis has been a monster and is playing like the best player in the world. David predicted this two years ago, sort of... David is writing about the Pelicans and he has a preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: LeBron James asking the media why they don't seem so concerned with a photo of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. The future of USA Basketball. The potential team for the 2023 World Cup and 2024 Olympics is young and lacks international experience. David says playing time is like oxygen for NBA players. Jarod says Bol Bol is breathing this year. Top 5 NBA teams right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Kevin Durant's slender frame and how a conversation with a trainer in 2007 shaped his NBA future. The Lakers have won five of six and LeBron is playing like a top 50 player in the league. Is that a recipe for success? We are about a quarter through the season and there are some trends we've noticed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and David Thorpe are joined by The Athletic's Seth Partnow. They discuss: The end of game scenario from an October game between the Dallas Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets. Should teams play for the win in regulation or just try to score and get to overtime? What does analytics say about end of game situations? Can coaches message analytics to their players? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Klay Thompson looked amazing against the Houston Rockets, is he back? James Wiseman was sent to the G League and David has a message for him and the Warriors. Ben Simmons has been getting more offensively aggressive the last few games. what does David see? The World Cup is underway in Qatar, and Jarod has thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Warriors poor play. David says offense is the team's problem, which is leading to bad defense. He wrote an article about it. Kevin Durant is happy playing basketball despite the Nets poor record and he likes playing with his teammates. When teams go small, the Bucks go big Too early All-NBA selections and the top 5 NBA teams right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TrueHoop's David Thorpe has clients who play in the NBA right now. He texts them videos of key plays, with teaching points to make them better. Jarod Hector learned about that, and got a little jealous. Wouldn't you want to get messages like that? TrueHoop Tactics is basically that: your chance to get the kinds of messages David Thorpe sends players. Please leave us feedback to make this show better as we go forward. Thanks for watching and listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe announce that later this week we’ll be changing the name of this podcast to TrueHoop, and joining the Gemini XIII family, which we are pretty excited about. We will keep delivering exactly the kind of great NBA content you are used to, like: * Joel Embiid and Anthony Davis were dominant on Sunday. What does this mean for their respective teams? * The Warriors are having a hard time getting stops. David says when you are developing young talent, there will be slippage. * Jarod was not happy with the Cavaliers late-game execution over the weekend. Why do coaches and teams “stop playing” late in games? * Jarod and David like what they’re seeing from the Nuggets. RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * November 10, 2022 Vibe checks, resurgence in Cleveland, top five * November 9, 2022 Professors Babak Somekh and Carl Suddler * November 7, 2022 Kyrie, trouble in Golden State, and the Lakers problem * November 3, 2022 Recovering NBA writer and podcaster Haley O'Shaughnessy * November 1, 2022 BRING IT IN w/ Spaced Out Author Mike Prada This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * The best story in the NBA * The vibes in Minnesota and Brooklyn are very different. What is David seeing? * How good are the Cleveland Cavaliers? Jarod is really high on them. Is David? * The Lakers have some problems and David is ready to admit he was wrong about them. * Top 5 teams in the NBA right now RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * November 9, 2022 Professors Babak Somekh and Carl Suddler * November 7, 2022 Kyrie, trouble in Golden State, and the Lakers problem * November 3, 2022 Recovering NBA writer and podcaster Haley O'Shaughnessy * November 1, 2022 BRING IT IN w/ Spaced Out Author Mike Prada * October 31, 2022 No more winless teams, Kyrie, and good league play This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inspired by Tom Haberstroh and the Basketball Illuminati podcast, a couple of weeks ago NBA Twitter tried to make sense of a study noting that with fans absent from the stands in the NBA bubble, Black players had a boost in production. Did the absence of predominantly white and often loud and aggressive fans reduce the stress of racism? The paper is called “Inside the NBA Bubble: How Black Players Performed Better without Fans” On today’s BRING IT IN, TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector is joined by one of the professors who led that research, Babak Somekh, as well as professor Carl Suddler who has deep experience parsing data around racism. * What was Babak and his colleagues’ impetus to dive into this topic? * As an African-American historian, what does Carl think the data might be missing? * Given the Kyrie Irving news, what do Babak and Carl think their roles as academics are in terms of educating? RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * November 7, 2022 Kyrie, trouble in Golden State, and the Lakers problem * November 3, 2022 Recovering NBA writer and podcaster Haley O'Shaughnessy * November 1, 2022 BRING IT IN w/ Spaced Out Author Mike Prada * October 31, 2022 No more winless teams, Kyrie, and good league play * October 27, 2022 Coaching matters This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * The ongoing saga of Brooklyn Nets start Kyrie Irving * The Warriors are 0-6 on the road and Warriors Twitter is angry at James Wiseman. David says not to panic and give the team some time. * The Lakers look directionless, but have a player in Anthony Davis who is playing very well. What should they do? RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * November 3, 2022 Recovering NBA writer and podcaster Haley O'Shaughnessy * November 1, 2022 BRING IT IN w/ Spaced Out Author Mike Prada * October 31, 2022 No more winless teams, Kyrie, and good league play * October 27, 2022 Coaching matters * October 24, 2022 Lakers bad juju, 76ers optimism, and Michael Porter Jr's defense This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector chat with recovering NBA writer and podcaster Haley O’Shaughnessy. They discuss: * The end of Haley’s popular podcast Spinsters * What is the point of basketball? * Does the collective basketball watching community enjoy piling on a player? * What’s next for Haley? Is it possible to enjoy the NBA more when you’re not immersed in it daily? RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * November 1, 2022 BRING IT IN w/ Spaced Out Author Mike Prada * October 31, 2022 No more winless teams, Kyrie, and good league play * October 27, 2022 Coaching matters * October 24, 2022 Lakers bad juju, 76ers optimism, and Michael Porter Jr's defense * October 20, 2022 Game 1 overreactions and thoughts on the opening of the 2022-23 NBA season This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector chat with the author of Spaced Out: How the NBA's Three-Point Revolution Changed Everything You Thought You Knew About Basketball, Mike Prada. They discuss: * Mike’s dad Vincent Prada * The most important character in the book * What the NBA’s three-point arc and its widespread adoption really means for basketball * What will the future of athleticism in basketball look like? RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 31, 2022 No more winless teams, Kyrie, and good league play * October 27, 2022 Coaching matters * October 24, 2022 Lakers bad juju, 76ers optimism, and Michael Porter Jr's defense * October 20, 2022 Game 1 overreactions and thoughts on the opening of the 2022-23 NBA season * October 17, 2022 Warriors re-up Poole and Wiggins, LaMelo, win totals This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * The Lakers finally get their first win, and David thinks they need to capture the joy from the postgame celebration. * The Nets have a Kyrie Irving problem and Jarod thinks it’s time they move on. * David and Jarod love what they’re seeing from the Cavaliers and the Bucks. * The league is so good right now. Where can teams find “easy” wins? RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 27, 2022 Coaching matters * October 24, 2022 Lakers bad juju, 76ers optimism, and Michael Porter Jr's defense * October 20, 2022 Game 1 overreactions and thoughts on the opening of the 2022-23 NBA season * October 17, 2022 Warriors re-up Poole and Wiggins, LaMelo, win totals * October 13, 2022 Draymond is back with the Warriors and NBA player progress reports This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * Time for coaches in Brooklyn and Philadelphia to show what they can do. * Jarod sees a problem with the Dallas Mavericks. * The Suns are exactly who David thought they’d be. Still capable of winning. * The return of the top 5. Jarod and David each give props to the best teams in the league so far. RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 24, 2022 Lakers bad juju, 76ers optimism, and Michael Porter Jr's defense * October 20, 2022 Game 1 overreactions and thoughts on the opening of the 2022-23 NBA season * October 17, 2022 Warriors re-up Poole and Wiggins, LaMelo, win totals * October 13, 2022 Draymond is back with the Warriors and NBA player progress reports * October 10, 2022 The Draymond Green situation and preseason notes This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * The Lakers are 0-3 and David does not see any leadership from LeBron James and Anthony Davis * The 76ers are also 0-3 but David has insight from the locker room on a team that isn’t panicking * Adam Silver is worried about teams tanking for Victor Wembenyama, David thinks we can’t allow the creation of losing cultures * Michael Porter Jr. is a 6-10 scoring machine who is lost on defense, but he wants to improve on that end of the floor RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 20, 2022 Game 1 overreactions and thoughts on the opening of the 2022-23 NBA season * October 17, 2022 Warriors re-up Poole and Wiggins, LaMelo, win totals * October 13, 2022 Draymond is back with the Warriors and NBA player progress reports * October 10, 2022 The Draymond Green situation and preseason notes * October 6, 2022 Victor and Scoot-mania has taken over the NBA This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TrueHoop's David Thorpe has clients who play in the NBA right now. He texts them videos of key plays, with teaching points to make them better. Jarod Hector learned about that, and got a little jealous. Wouldn't you want to get messages like that? TrueHoop Tactics is basically that: your chance to get the kinds of messages David Thorpe sends players. Please leave us feedback to make this show better as we go forward. Thanks for watching and listening. WATCH ON YOUTUBE HERE. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * The Lakers got beat by the Warriors on opening night and David has some concerns. Does LeBron believe in this team? * Jarod was at the Nets opener against the Pelicans. He talked to David’s “sons” Pelicans assistant coaches Corey Brewer and Ryan Pannone, they are very high on the team this season. * How long will Kevin Durant be patient with Ben Simmons who David says is not an NBA player right now? * Rookies Paolo Banchero and Jaden Ivey looked good. RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 17, 2022 Warriors re-up Poole and Wiggins, LaMelo, win totals * October 13, 2022 Draymond is back with the Warriors and NBA player progress reports * October 10, 2022 The Draymond Green situation and preseason notes * October 6, 2022 Victor and Scoot-mania has taken over the NBA * October 3, 2022 The Nets need to love up Ben Simmons and who is Robert Franks? This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * Jordan Poole and Andrew Wiggins get the bag from the Warriors. What does that mean for Draymond Green and Klay Thompson? * David talks to a lot of NBA players during the season. One of them shared thoughts about LaMelo Ball. David gives further context on the conversation and his thoughts on Ball. * David did his annual NBA regular season predictions column. He and Jarod discuss a handful of teams and some potential breakout candidates. RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 13, 2022 Draymond is back with the Warriors and NBA player progress reports * October 10, 2022 The Draymond Green situation and preseason notes * October 6, 2022 Victor and Scoot-mania has taken over the NBA * October 3, 2022 The Nets need to love up Ben Simmons and who is Robert Franks? * September 30, 2022 James Wiseman shines and the art of coaching NBA players This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * Draymond Green’s return to the Warriors. That was fast … but whatever they decided Jarod says it’s on the Warriors and their lauded culture to show they are doing the right thing. * David handed out progress reports for Ben Simmons, Kawhi Leonard, and Zion Williamson. How do they look? * David thinks Russell Westbrook is a huge problem for the Lakers and might need to be kept away from the team. * Jarod and David are both optimistic about Zion Williamson and the Pelicans this season. How would you construct an offense around Zion, Brandon Ingram, and CJ McCollum? RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 10, 2022 The Draymond Green situation and preseason notes * October 6, 2022 Victor and Scoot-mania has taken over the NBA * October 3, 2022 The Nets need to love up Ben Simmons and who is Robert Franks? * September 30, 2022 James Wiseman shines and the art of coaching NBA players * September 27, 2022 What is really being said at NBA media days? This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * The Draymond Green assault video that has now been seen by everyone. Does this change anything? Jarod and David ultimately agree but differ on a few things. * This isn’t how you want to begin a title defense. Where do the Warriors go from here? David thinks Steph Curry’s leadership is needed now more than ever. * Anthony Davis and Zion are back playing basketball and that’s a good thing. RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 6, 2022 Victor and Scoot-mania has taken over the NBA * October 3, 2022 The Nets need to love up Ben Simmons and who is Robert Franks? * September 30, 2022 James Wiseman shines and the art of coaching NBA players * September 27, 2022 What is really being said at NBA media days? * September 22, 2022 Ime Udoka and the Celtics and 2022-23 All-NBA predictions This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector, and David Thorpe discuss: * The excitement around 2023 NBA draft prospects Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson. Who should teams draft first overall? David has thoughts. * Jarod has dreams of a future NBA of all tall players. * A bunch of injured players are back this season, how will they mesh with their teams? Henry has thoughts about Zion. * Friend of the show John Hollinger is all in on the Philadelphia 76ers to win the title this year. Henry, Jarod, and David are not… * How would the NBA fare if it were investigated like the NWSL, which found rampant mistreatment of women? RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * October 3, 2022 The Nets need to love up Ben Simmons and who is Robert Franks? * September 30, 2022 James Wiseman shines and the art of coaching NBA players * September 27, 2022 What is really being said at NBA media days? * September 22, 2022 Ime Udoka and the Celtics and 2022-23 All-NBA predictions * September 19, 2022 The greatness of LeBron, KD and Steph and the upcoming MVP race This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * David’s recent article on Ben Simmons and the Brooklyn Nets. He is the key to the Nets’ season. * The Phoenix Suns got beat by the Adelaide 36ers of the NBL on Sunday. The 36ers were led by Robert Franks, a player David knows well and believes every NBA team could use. * Is there trouble brewing in Philly? Jarod doesn’t like some of the noise coming out of 76ers training camp. * What should smart teams be doing this preseason? David has a few thoughts. RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * September 30, 2022 James Wiseman shines and the art of coaching NBA players * September 27, 2022 What is really being said at NBA media days? * September 22, 2022 Ime Udoka and the Celtics and 2022-23 All-NBA predictions * September 19, 2022 The greatness of LeBron, KD and Steph and the upcoming MVP race * September 15, 2022 The Robert Sarver situation and Brittney Griner with Louisa Thomas of The New Yorker This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * David and his family are very grateful they made it through Hurricane Ian * James Wiseman looked great in the Warriors preseason game. Are the Warriors young players the best in the league? * Doc Rivers had an interesting conversation with James Harden. Monty Williams and Deandre Ayton haven’t spoken in months. David has thoughts on how you connect with NBA players. * Ben Simmons seems happy in Brooklyn so far. David teases an upcoming article. RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * September 27, 2022 What is really being said at NBA media days? * September 22, 2022 Ime Udoka and the Celtics and 2022-23 All-NBA predictions * September 19, 2022 The greatness of LeBron, KD and Steph and the upcoming MVP race * September 15, 2022 The Robert Sarver situation and Brittney Griner with Louisa Thomas of The New Yorker * September 12, 2022 Steph talks KD, midseason tournament, and play-in teams. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss NBA media day: * Wait, where is coach Thorpe? * Jarod attended media day in Brooklyn and it was a doozy … but Henry says at least stuff is out in the open. * The Cavaliers seemed poised to do big things this year. * The right people in Denver started to say smart things about their players and injuries … * The Lakers don’t appear to be giving Russell Westbrook any royal jelly. * Zion Williamson is back, ready, and citing Notorious B.I.G. RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * September 22, 2022 Ime Udoka and the Celtics and 2022-23 All-NBA predictions * September 19, 2022 The greatness of LeBron, KD and Steph and the upcoming MVP race * September 15, 2022 The Robert Sarver situation and Brittney Griner with Louisa Thomas of The New Yorker * September 12, 2022 Steph talks KD, midseason tournament, and play-in teams. * September 8, 2022 Cavs are all in. Is SGA long for OKC? And solid playoff teams. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * Ime Udoka and the Boston Celtics. * Robert Sarver is selling the Phoenix Suns, who will the NBA get in bed with next? * The Detroit Pistons are making a push towards relevancy * David and Jarod make their 2022-23 All-NBA predictions. The teams you could make of the players that don’t make it, are really good! RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * September 19, 2022 The greatness of LeBron, KD and Steph and the upcoming MVP race * September 15, 2022 The Robert Sarver situation and Brittney Griner with Louisa Thomas of The New Yorker * September 12, 2022 Steph talks KD, midseason tournament, and play-in teams. * September 8, 2022 Cavs are all in. Is SGA long for OKC? And solid playoff teams. * September 1, 2022 2022-23 NBA Championship Bus This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s BRING IT IN TrueHoop’s Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: * The brilliance of LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry * David wrote a piece handicapping the upcoming NBA MVP race. Who are the candidates and which player is the “best bet”? * A case for Zion Williamson as MVP * What did David learn watching EuroBasket 2022? RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES: * September 15, 2022 The Robert Sarver situation and Brittney Griner with Louisa Thomas of The New Yorker * September 12, 2022 Steph talks KD, midseason tournament, and play-in teams. * September 8, 2022 Cavs are all in. Is SGA long for OKC? And solid playoff teams. * September 1, 2022 2022-23 NBA Championship Bus * August 29, 2022 The NCAA and sports with Victoria Jackson This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.truehoop.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices