The Hoop Collective: EMERGENCY POD: Giannis Ready For Trade From Bucks

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to react to the news that Giannis Antetokounmpo is ready for a new home ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline. The guys break down what the Bucks need to get in return and what team can make the best offer to Milwaukee.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk a heroic sideline debut, Luka’s strong performance for the Lakers in Dallas and if LA can actually make a playoff run. Plus, are the Knicks back on track after two big wins or does the roster still have too many concerns? Then, we discuss if Embiid will be an All-Star before breaking down why Giannis’ injury could be a better long term result for the Bucks including a high pick in a deep draft. Finally, an update on Kuminga’s future with the Warriors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to talk a brutal week for the Warriors following Jimmy Butler’s ACL tear and if it is time for some difficult conversations about the future of the franchise. Then, the guys break down the state of the Bucks & Giannis as we get closer to the trade deadline including if it is in Milwaukee’s best interest to trade him. Finally, former NBA Star Joakim Noah joins the show to talk his trip to Serbia with Brian and share some stories about Derrick Rose and the Bulls of the 2010’s ahead of D-Rose’s jersey retirement in Chicago this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss Jimmy Butler’s torn ACL including the impact on Jimmy’s career and what this means for the future of the Warriors. Then, the crew talks the rising concerns around the Knicks’ abysmal defense of late and overall lack of cohesion before talking if it is time for the Pistons to go all-in on what is becoming a special season. Finally, we assess how Toronto will approach the trade deadline and some strange observations from the All-Star voting.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to discuss the state of Ja Morant’s trade market after Ja said he wants to stay in Memphis before diving into how Giannis’ trade potential is holding up the rest of the NBA. Then, the guys break down the impact of some major injuries around the league and the Lakers getting a much needed win. Plus, will LeBron make the All-Star Game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Bobby Marks to discuss Jonathan Kuminga’s trade demand in Golden State including what the most likely resolution is to this saga. Then, the guys review the Knicks’ current rough patch breaking down if it is temporary or a symptom of a larger issue before diving into some chaotic and some unheard NBA stories. Finally, we talk how Denver has put themselves in a strong position while Jokic has been out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the Thunder making a statement versus the Spurs, reestablishing OKC’s hold on the West. Then, with the latest updates on Anthony Davis’ injury the guys discuss what the future may hold for him including his potential trade market in Dallas. Finally, we discuss who is deserving of a starting spot in the NBA All-Star game before talking if Giannis’ future is becoming less clear in Milwaukee.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down the state of tanking in the modern NBA including some of the measures certain teams are taking and how the league can fix it moving forward. Then, we discuss what Ja Morant’s trade market looks like for Memphis and talk Jaylen Brown’s unique fine request before finishing with some more key headlines around the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to break down the Trae Young trade for both Washington and Atlanta with some details that are not getting enough attention. Then, the guys talk the state of the Warriors including if this could be Steve Kerr’s final season as they reach the tail end of a dynasty. Next, the guys discuss Sacramento officially having a plan moving forward before talking some ideas for the NBA Draft Lottery and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down Trae Young and the Hawks working together on a potential trade including the best landing spot at the moment. Then the guys talk about the recent struggles for New York & Oklahoma City including Knicks owner Jim Dolan’s comments on the future goals for the team. Finally, some interesting comments form KD after a clutch shot and a major conclusion from the latest round of All-Star voting results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices