Thik & Thin Hoops

On this week's episode, the guys discuss their overreactions to week 1 of the NBA season including whether the Nuggets are done with contending again, Luka's hot start, did the Heat trade the wrong package, are the Magic officially done, will the NBA make changes due to the rash of injuries, Darryn Peterson's underwhelming start, and more.

On Part 2 of this week's episode, the guys preview the Western Conference and give you their team by team over/under predictions and locks. 

On Part 1 of this week's episode, the guys open by discussing their excitement for the upcoming NBA seasons and why it feels different than previous years. Then, they preview the Eastern Conference and give you their team by team over/under predictions and locks. 

On this week's episode, the guys dive deep into all the offseason action so far. They start with the blockbuster Jaylen Brown trade, and why Boston pulled the trigger and what it means for Philly's roster next year. Next, they visit the Raptor's trade for Kawhi Leonard and whether that can materially change the Eastern Conference playoff race (25:02). Then, they discuss the Timberwolves' surprising move to acquire Lamelo Ball and what that does for their outlook moving forward (35:39). Next, they discuss the massive haul the Lakers gave for Walker Kessler and whether that is the right bet for them moving forward (50:27). They also touch on Lebron's free agency decision and where they think he should go (01:02:36). Last, they touch on the massive extension Donovan Mitchell signed with the Cavs (01:13:08) before wrapping up with their thoughts on some of the early performances in Summer League from the rookies (01:18:40).

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the blockbuster trade between the Bucks and Heat, sending Giannis to Miami for a slew of players and picks. Then, they discuss the NBA draft and their overall thoughts - including the Wizards drafting AJ Dybantsa at 1 and the Kings drafting Acuff Jr. at 7. Finally, they touch on the new Trae Young and Austin Reaves contracts and whether their teams may potentially regret those deals down the line.

On this week's episode, the guys are joined by longtime friend of the pod and die-hard Knicks fan Colin Hart to discuss the Knicks beating the Spurs in 5 to claim the throne. They go through all the key storylines from what was an entertaining Finals, including Brunson's historic performance, DeAaron Fox coming up short, OG and Kat leveling up, and more. Colin shares what this means to Knicks fans who have endured several years of hardship and heartbreak before finally reaching the top.

On this week's episode, the guys react to what has been an entertaining start to the NBA Finals with the Knicks leading 2-1. They first talk about Jalen Brunson, both the good in terms of the offensive heroics but also the challenges with shooting and stagnation. They discuss Wemby's impressive Finals debut for a 22 year old, and how he has lived up to expectations. They go through key players on each roster and who needs to step up over the course of the series, and what adjustments both teams can make to seize control.

On this week's episode, the guys are joined by recurring guest Nehal Patel to do a full NBA Finals preview of Spurs vs. Knicks. They discuss whether it is the most anticipated Finals of recent years and the rootability of both franchises (04:38), how Wemby has become the face of the league (17:28), how the Knicks will try to solve Wemby's defensive presence (36:07), and what the Spurs need to unlock on offense (47:16). Finally, they do a post-mortem of the Thunder and what to expect from them moving forward (01:01:43).

On this week's episode, Nithin goes solo - first diving deep into the Knicks historic run to the Finals and another disappointing showing by the Cavs. He then goes into what has been a highly entertaining series between the Thunder and Spurs, and how everything rides on Wemby for the Spurs to have a chance. Last, he touches on additional topics around the league - including future destinations for Giannis and Lebron and the new tanking reform proposal.

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the Wizards landing the #1 draft pick and the rest of the lottery results, including which players they see going where and who will shine from this class. Then, they discuss the second round of the playoffs, including the red hot Knicks steamrolling Philly (35:20), the Thunder comfortably disposing the Lakers (46:31), Wemby's dominance against the Wolves (54:14), and the rock fight between the Cavs and Pistons (01:03:47).   35:20 46:31 5414