Hoops Tonight with Jason Timpf

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Jason Timpf breaks down the NBA's biggest games, storylines and scuttlebutt (hopefully in that order).

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Jan 23, 2025 · 31 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Trade Rumors: Two trades to SAVE Lakers, Jimmy Butler-Suns, Zach LaVine-Rockets
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.
Jan 21, 2025 · 34 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Have LeBron & Lakers given up? Celtics STRUGGLES, Jaren Jackson SHINES
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.
Jan 18, 2025 · 43 min
Hoops Tonight - Lakers Trade Rumors: Zach LaVine or Brandon Ingram to LA? Lonzo Ball joining LeBron?
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.
Jan 18, 2025 · 48 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Mavericks OVERLOOKED, Spurs & Wemby can WIN NOW, Nuggets new lineup?
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.
Jan 16, 2025 · 29 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: LeBron & Lakers SURGE past Heat, Curry & Warriors hold off Wolves
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.
Jan 16, 2025 · 41 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Trade Rumors: Kevin Durant BACK TO Warriors? Jimmy Butler-Bucks, Nuggets options
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.
Jan 14, 2025 · 23 min
Hoops Tonight - LeBron James & Lakers IMPLODE vs. Wemby & Spurs + Pistons-Knicks
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.
Jan 14, 2025 · 56 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: What's wrong w/ Celtics? Westbrook THRIVING w/ Nuggets, Suns are back?
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.
Jan 11, 2025 · 28 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: WHO Can Dethrone The Celtics? Potential Warriors Trade? Too Much Jayson Tatum?
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.
Jan 10, 2025 · 38 min
Hoops Tonight - Cavaliers LIGHT UP Thunder, why Cleveland is SPECIAL + NBA panic meter
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.
Jan 8, 2025 · 27 min
Hoops Tonight - Thunder LOCK DOWN Celtics, SGA dominates Tatum, Lakers LOSE CONTROL vs. Mavericks
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.
Jan 6, 2025 · 52 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Lakers & Warriors MAJOR difference, Jimmy Butler-Heat drama, Cavs surge
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.
Jan 4, 2025 · 45 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: LeBron & Lakers...back? Knicks-Thunder, Wemby & Spurs beat Nuggets
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.
Jan 4, 2025 · 37 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Tatum DOMINANT, Celtics beat Timberwolves, Warriors blast 76ers
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.
Jan 3, 2025 · 43 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Are Warriors broken? Cavaliers over Celtics? Hope for Lakers?
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.
Dec 30, 2024 · 53 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Warriors stun Suns, Lakers TRADE Russell, Kawhi RETURNING to Clippers?
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.
Dec 29, 2024 · 23 min
Hoops Tonight - Lakers Trade Reaction: D'Angelo Russell to Nets for Finney-Smith & Shake Milton
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.
Dec 27, 2024 · 19 min
NBA Mailbag: Nuggets trade for Zach LaVine? Wemby & Spurs targeting De'Aaron Fox?
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.
Dec 26, 2024 · 32 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Christmas Day Reaction: Spurs-Knicks, 76ers-Celtics, Nuggets-Suns, Wolves-Mavs
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.
Dec 26, 2024 · 32 min
Hoops Tonight - Lakers-Warriors Reaction: LeBron James & Steph Curry DUEL, Reaves' GAME-WINNER
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.