On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: NBA's new cell phone policy prohibiting players and coaches from using their devices during games. What's the deal? David's article on the preseason and why Pistons, Pacers, and Grizzlies fans should be excited The return of Lonzo Ball Kelly Oubre Jr. on being a connector Learn more about yo…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's time in Alabama with his son Max NBA season predictions including Finals matchup, MVP, Rookie of the Year, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesΑπό τον Henry Abbott

On today's show Jarod Hector is joined by New York Post and SNY sports anchor and the host of "New York Got Game" Dexter Henry. They discuss: Civilians thinking they can beat professional players Bronny James Part II of 30 questions for each NBA team, the western conference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: NBA media day Potential rule changes 30 questions for each NBA team ahead of the season, part I is the eastern conference. Part II will be the western conference on Monday's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesΑπό τον Henry Abbott

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Karl-Anthony Towns <> Julius Randle trade and what it means for the Knicks and Wolves What's the short term and long term outlook for both teams? Derrick Rose retires NBA legend and humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo dies of brain cancer at 58 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

On today's special episode Jarod Hector is joined by The Real Deal podcast host, NBA and Real Madrid fan Sid Ramsundar. They discuss: Sid's entry to fandom in American sports The evolution of the NBA Building a winner in the NBA and world class soccer Similarities between the two sports Transcendent talent Predictive injury analysis Learn more abou…

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: 5 players to keep your eyes on this coming NBA season The future of Ben Simmons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesΑπό τον Henry Abbott

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: DeMar DeRozan's vulnerability in his new book Why trust is so difficult to earn and give in the NBA Which teams in the NBA have an environment that has earned players' trust and allows for vulnerability? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's episode Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Expensive NBA teams like the Suns and Bucks who won't win an NBA title this season, what can they do to change things going forward? Henry's excellent article on Victory Cake What can teams like the Blazers, Bulls, and Nets do to get better? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article on the Celtics Jamal Murray's contract extension Shaq and many former and current players think Rudy Gobert is a bad basketball player, what's the deal with the Rudy hate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Dallas Mavericks New York Knicks Philadelphia 76ers Oklahoma City Thunder Four players Jarod and David think can make significant improvement this season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesΑπό τον Henry Abbott

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article previewing the Indiana Pacers David's article previewing the Minnesota Timberwolves What young players can learn from Jayson Tatum's Olympic experience A closer look at the development of Jaden Ivey, Jabari Smith Jr. , Keegan Murray, Dyson Daniels and Jalen Duren Learn more a…

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss the bad teams heading into the 2024-25 season: Brooklyn Nets Chicago Bulls Charlotte Hornets Washington Wizards Portland Trail Blazers Utah Jazz Can Wemby save the Spurs from being a bottom dweller this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's trip to Los Angeles to see his players and connect with NBA power players What positives can be taken from pros playing summer pick up? David's article on the Nuggets, are they serious title contenders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's episode Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Henry's book update The fast, intuitive, and emotional brain and the slower, more deliberative, and more logical brain. What is best for success in the NBA? It sort of depends on your job... How does fast and slow thinking impact the product on the floor? Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article on Team USA's humility and the lesson it taught the world Wemby wants to learn from KD, David has an idea of what that might look like Has the rest of the world caught up to the NBA? Quick thoughts on the Jazz, Lakers, and Warriors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA's win over France for the gold medal in men's basketball Steph, LeBron, and KD How much did this loss hurt Victor Wembanyama? How will it motivate him going forward? Team USA in 2028 European vs. American player development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA vs. Team Serbia for a place in the gold medal game. Does Serbia behind Nikola Jokic have a path to victory? Team Canada had a disappointing Olympic tournament and David has a theory Should Jamal Murray's poor play for Canada, worry the Denver Nuggets? David's excellent article on th…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA men's basketball and the knockout round of the Olympics David "discovers" Breanna Stewart How does David watch and breakdown the NBA? Is the NBA champion the best team in the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA's victory over South Sudan. The US played well again and David was impressed with South Sudan and head coach Royal Ivey. Is Bam Adebayo the three-point shooter a thing? Team USA's best lineup is KD, Bam, Ant-Man, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White and it's because of their defense. Jarod'…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Henry Abbott's article on the wear and tear NBA basketball does to the athletes' bodies Team USA dominates Serbia, what did David see? Turning down an extra year on an NBA contract for the chance of making more money later Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's show Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Henry's article on the importance of affordable players that can be found in Summer League David's article on the how Summer League isn't the best for player development The NBA's pending expansion into Las Vegas and Seattle How dirty will the new NBA owners, and their money, be? Learn more abo…

On today's episode Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Elite athletes performing in extreme heat The irony of oil rich nations, that contribute to these extreme conditions, gaining control over pro sports and elite athletes Doping in sports The messaging around Bronny James has changed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA Basketball's first scrimmage and early thoughts on Cooper Flagg Did Nike keep Jaylen Brown off Team USA? The NBA's new media rights deal suggests economic prosperity, at least in the short term What Coach Thorpe looks for when he watches Summer League Learn more about your ad choices. …

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Bronny James' summer league debut and how we should be talking about his development DeMar DeRozan is now on the Kings but David doesn't think he'll be there for long What are the Spurs trying to build around Victor Wembanyama? The future of the Hornets Team USA basketball Learn more about your…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Paul George signing a four year deal with the 76ers. Could that money have been better spent? The Thunder added Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein to an already elite defense, what's the plan? Mavericks retool with Klay Thompson, is he a key piece in a return trip to the Finals? Are the Clipper…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: What it's like for players already in the league on draft day Round 1 surprises David's article on what teams get wrong about the draft Bronny James concerns Mikal Bridges trade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesΑπό τον Henry Abbott

On today's show Jarod Hector is joined by NBA.com senior writer Michael C. Wright. They discuss: What the Celtics have shown the rest of the NBA How teams should look at the upcoming NBA draft How will the Spurs look to build around Victor Wembanyama through the draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics clinching the NBA title Are the Celtics set up to go on a dynastic run? What went wrong for the Mavericks and what's next? David's article on what the other 29 teams can learn from the Celtics Top 5 teams heading into next season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: What the Mavericks discovered in their Game 4 win Can they repeat it in Boston for Game 5? How will the Celtics react to pressure? Missing Kristaps Porzingis is a problem Henry Abbott's article on coaching shooting Klay Thompson unfollows the Warriors on social media Learn more about your ad ch…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics' win in Game 3 The Mavericks' poor offensive strategy Kyrie's excellent offensive performance Luka's lack of defensive disposition Jaylen Brown's pursuit of excellence The passing of Jerry West Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Mavericks down 0-2 to the Celtics in the NBA Finals What is it about the Celtics that is so hard to solve for the Mavericks? Luka Doncic is heroic on offense but he's hurting his team on defense What's going on with Kyrie Irving? The brilliance of Jrue Holiday and Derrick White Looking ahead…

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The challenges the Celtics present the Mavericks on offense How the Pacers better prepped the Celtics for the Finals than the Wolves did for the Mavericks How Kristaps Porzingis optimizes the Celtics on both ends of the court What the Mavericks can take from the third quarter and apply to Ga…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Timberwolves had a nice postseason run, how do they sustain success? How does the Celtics' offense wear down opponents? Will Kristaps Porzingis be ready for the finals? How important are Jrue Holiday and Derrick White? The Mavericks' offensive simplicity How do you stop Luka Doncic? Maveric…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's time in Los Angeles The Wolves staved off elimination and forced a Game 5, can they send the series back to Dallas? The Celtics have been the best team all season and have 10 days off before the Finals, can anyone stop them? The Pacers exceeded expectations this season but David has a w…

On today's show Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Mavericks Game 1 win over the Timberwolves. What's up with Luka Doncic? How brilliant is Kyrie? Are the stars being delivered to crunch time of these playoff games in their best possible versions? The Celtics defeat the Pacers in OT in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Should the Celtics…

On today's show Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Why and how did the Knicks literally breakdown? The Pacers young and fun nine-man rotation Nikola Jokic did not look like an MVP in the second half of Game 7 Karl-Anthony Towns and Naz Reid were great, how did the former's foul trouble lead to the latter's success? The Mavericks' advanced to th…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article on what to do if you draft Bronny James The Celtics advance to their third straight Eastern Conference finals, is all ok in Boston? What's next for the Cavaliers? The Mavericks have the Thunder on the brink of elimination How unfair is Nikola Jokic? Will the Pacers vs. Knicks se…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Nuggets have evened their series with the Timberwolves. What's worked the last two games for the defending champs? The Knicks are falling apart, literally. Heavy minutes and injuries are taking a toll and the Pacers have evened the series. Can the Knicks fight back? The Celtics rebounded af…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Nikola Jokic's third MVP Hornets hire Charles Lee as new head coach, are things changing for the better in Charlotte? The Knicks lead the Pacers 2-0 and David thinks one team plays like their hair is on fire, the other like a day at the beach Wolves have the defending champs in a vice grip and …

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Cavaliers outlasting the Magic in Game 7. What's next for Orlando and does Cleveland have a shot against Boston? Are the Pacers mature enough to beat the Knicks? Will the Knicks run out of gas? Should the defending champion Nuggets be worried? What specific problems do the Wolves present an…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics dismantling of the Heat. Can anyone stop this juggernaut on their way to the finals? How concerning is the Kristaps Porzingis injury? The Mavericks are in the driver's seat, can the Clippers come back down 3-2? The Knicks lose a heartbreaker in Game 5 to the 76ers. Tyrese Maxey was …

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Wolves dismantling of the Suns and the ascending Anthony Edwards. Will he be the best player in the league? Where do the old and expensive Suns go from here? The Pacers have pushed the Bucks to the brink of elimination, but David has a warning for the young Pacers. The Clippers and Maverick…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Erik Spoelstra rallying his Miami Heat to win in Boston. What was the game plan? The Nuggets won a thrilling Game 2 on a Jamal Murray buzzer beater, are the Lakers done? David thinks LeBron and AD believe so. The young Thunder have been impressive through two games, how will they do on the road…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics beatdown of the Heat, will Miami get swept? The Pacers played terribly and Damian Lillard was on fire in the first half for the Bucks, did we get that series wrong? The Clippers defended well, James Harden and Paul George were very good, what can the Mavericks do better? Who will st…

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The 2-for-1 at the end of quarters in basketball. Is it always the right thing to do? The Lakers beat the Pelicans and will face the defending champion Nuggets in round one. Has anything changed for the Lakers that would suggest they could win the series? The 76ers beat the Heat and will play t…

On today's show Henry Abbott, Jarod Hector, and David Thorpe discuss: Tom Thibodeau's aversion to resting players Jarod goes on a rant about "suckerific" behavior from NBA teams ahead of the playoffs David rants about defense not being valued in the NBA MVP award voting Early read and predictions on: Lakers vs. Pelicans Warriors vs. Kings Heat vs. …

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: A loyal TrueHoop listener "asks Coach Thorpe" who will be the next star young coach in the NBA like the Thunder's Mark Daigneault? To submit a question to ask Coach Thorpe send it to truehoop@truehoop.com Who will be the west's no. 1 seed? The Wolves and Nuggets play each other this week in …

On today's TrueHoop Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: The play-in and playoffs are rapidly approaching and while the NBA is hoping for another LeBron vs. Steph showdown, is it good for the league? What makes LeBron and Steph more interesting than KD? Why aren't Luka and Giannis bigger stars? The NBA's next media rights deal Suns' owner Mat Ish…

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Mavericks are now the hottest team in the NBA after snapping the Rockets' 11-game win streak. Is Dallas peaking at the right time? What's changed? The Cavaliers are headed in the wrong direction Alabama is headed to its first Final 4 and David has "NBA eyes" on the Crimson Tide Why is Ni…