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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Nov 23, 2024 · 44 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Warriors & Lakers TRADE TARGETS, how Luka Doncic & Mavericks win Finals
Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses which players make the most sense for Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors and LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers to target in trades as the season goes on. Later, Jason breaks down what Luka Doncic must change about his game for the Dallas Mavericks to win an NBA Finals and why he expects Dallas to elevate their play as the season goes on. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Hoops Tonight schedule 9:00 - How Pistons should build their team 13:30 - Warriors depth 15:45 - Is Kerr mismanaging younger talent? 24:00 - Would Warriors trade for Jimmy Butler? 32:00 - Speed vs. size 33:30 - How Magic have survived without Paolo 43:00 - Dalton Knecht 48:15 - Jason's ideal star player 51:30 - 5 most exciting players to watch 54:30 - De'Aaron Fox breakout 55:00 - Why Mavs will turn it on (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.
Nov 22, 2024 · 57 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Warriors BLOW OUT Hawks, LeBron & Lakers surging, 76ers-Grizzlies
Jason Timpf reacts to Joel Embiid, Paul George, and the Philadelphia 76ers' 117-111 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, who were without Ja Morant, and discusses what must change in Philly to save their season. Next, Jason reacts to the Houston Rockets' 130-113 win over the Indiana Pacers and breaks down what has changed for Tyrese Haliburton as he has regressed from his NBA superstar form. Later, Jason discusses Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 120-97 win over the Atlanta Hawks and shares why Golden State's play style should guarantee regular season success. Timeline: 04:00 - Introduction 6:45 - 76ers-Grizzlies 21:00 - Pacers-Rockets 27:00 - Hawks-Warriors 45:45 - Timpf's Tape 48:45 - Lakers Film Study (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.
Nov 20, 2024 · 32 min
Hoops Tonight - Cavaliers-Celtics Reaction: Tatum & Boston CATCH FIRE, Mitchell & Cavs FIRST LOSS
Jason Timpf reacts to Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics' 120-117 win over Donovan Mitchell and the East-leading Cleveland Cavaliers. Jason discusses the biggest highlights of the game and what lies ahead for each of these Eastern Conference contenders. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:15 - Celtics - Cavaliers 19:30 - Rockets - Bucks 26:45 - Q&A (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.
Nov 19, 2024 · 52 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Warriors TOP 2, LeBron & Lakers RISE, Cavaliers unstoppable?
Jason Timpf shares his NBA power rankings featuring Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors moving into the top two, LeBron James's Los Angeles Lakers climbing up the list, and Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers remaining in the top overall spot with a 15-0 record! Timeline: 2:45 - Introduction 7:00 - #10 Knicks 11:45 - #9 Nuggets 12:30 - #8 Timberwolves 26:00 - #7 Suns 27:15 - #6 Lakers 37:00 - #5 Rockets 47:00 - #4 Celtics 50:00 - #3 Thunder 54:00 - #2 Warriors 01:02:30 - #1 Cavaliers (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.
Nov 15, 2024 · 39 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Steph Curry & Warriors BACK, Bronny must play, Tatum SILENCES critics
Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics silencing their critics, Steph Curry returning to top 10 form with the Golden State Warriors, and what's next for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers to improve upon following their hot start to the year. Later, Jason discusses why the Bronny James situation has gotten out of hand in Los Angeles as he is only play home games in the G League with the South Bay Lakers, when Jalen Brunson and the new-look Knicks will find chemistry, and much more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Tatum better than Ant? 10:45 - Jason likes Russell Westbrook 12:30- Luka Doncic vs. Steph Curry 15:45 - Steph not top 10 to close last season 24:30 - Let's be real about 2022 championship 27:30 - How good is AD's defense 29:45 - Jason likes Jayson Tatum too 34:15 - How Jason defines "athleticism" 37:15 - Bronny needs to play 42:45 - Should Lakers trade Jarred Vanderbilt? 46:00 - Wemby shooting too many threes? 47:45 - Should Pacers start Mathurin? 49:00 - When will Knicks build chemistry? 50:00 - Lakers fast start, but need improvement (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.
Nov 15, 2024 · 51 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Giannis DROPS 59, Wembanyama 50, LeBron TRIPLE-DOUBLE in Lakers win
Jason Timpf reacts to five massive performances from around the NBA including Giannis Antetokounmpo's 59-point night in the Milwaukee Bucks' win over the Detroit Pistons, Victor Wembanyama dropping 50 points in the San Antonio Spurs' win over the Washington Wizards, and LeBron James' 35-point triple-double in the Los Angeles Lakers' win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Jason also discusses Jayson Tatum and Karl-Anthony Towns' dominant nights for the Celtics and Knicks before moving on to Timpf's Tape with a strong focus on Steph Curry's vintage performance in the Golden State Warriors' win over Luka Doncic, Klay Thompson, and the Dallas Mavericks. Timeline: 4:00- Introduction 6:00 - Giannis drops 59! 15:30 - Wemby 50-point night 26:30 - Tatum dominant in Celtics win 31:00 - KAT's big night vs. Bulls 33:45 - LeBron 35-point triple-double 49:00 - Timpf’s Tape (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.
Nov 13, 2024 · 58 min
Hoops Tonight - Donovan Mitchell & Cavaliers HISTORIC START, will Cavs DETHRONE Celtics?
Jason Timpf is joined by Carter Rodriguez of 'The Chase Down Podcast' to react to the Cleveland Cavaliers' stunning 12-0 start to the 2024-2025 NBA season. The guys discuss the impact of Kenny Atkinson's arrival in Cleveland, Evan Mobley and Darius Garland's improved play to start the season, and how the Cavs depth has become a key source of strength. Later, the guys break down why they expect Donovan Mitchell to only get better over the coming months and whether they believe the Cavs will dethrone Jayson Tatum and the defending-champion Boston Celtics in the NBA Playoffs. Timeline: 4:00 - Cavaliers' crazy start 8:15- Kenny Atkinson impact 12:30 - Cavs aggressive in transition 23:30 - Donovan Mitchell will get even better 34:45 - Cavaliers depth impressing 42:45 - How Cavs defense has locked in 48:35 - What are Cavs' biggest concerns? 58:15 - Will Cavaliers dethrone Celtics? 01:09:00 - Check out The Chase Down Podcast! (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.
Nov 13, 2024 · 51 min
Hoops Tonight - Mavericks-Warriors Reaction: Steph Curry TAKES OVER, outduels Klay Thompson & Dallas
Jason Timpf reacts to Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors' thrilling 120-117 win over Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and the Dallas Mavericks. Later, Jason discusses Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks' 111-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Joel Embiid's return. Timeline: 4:00 - Mavericks-Warriors 23:30 - Knicks-76ers 46:00 - NBA Mailbag (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.
Nov 12, 2024 · 17 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA MVP Rankings: Jokic UNSTOPPABLE, Anthony Davis CARRYING Lakers, Durant PEAKING!?
Jason Timpf ranks his top five MVP candidates through the first few games of the NBA season. Jason discusses Nikola Jokic's dominant start with the Denver Nuggets, Anthony Davis carrying LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, and Kevin Durant seemingly mastering basketball with the Phoenix Suns before his recent injury. Jason also reacts to Jayson Tatum and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the Boston Celtics and Oklahoma City Thunder to strong starts as the two favorites to reach the NBA Finals. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 7:15 - #5: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 10:00 - #4: Jayson Tatum 13:00 - #3: Anthony Davis 15:00 - #2: Kevin Durant 17:15 - #1: Nikola Jokic (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.
Nov 12, 2024 · 44 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Nuggets STUN Luka & Mavericks, Celtics-Bucks + Power Rankings
Jason Timpf reacts to Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics taking down Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks as well as Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets defeating Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Jason discusses Boston and Denver's big wins as well as what is going wrong in Milwaukee and Dallas. Later, Jason shares his NBA power rankings featuring LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors, and Donovan Mitchell's undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:45 - Celtics/Bucks 25:00 - Mavericks/Thunder 43:00 - Power rankings 43:15 - #10 Lakers 44:30 - #9 Grizzlies 45:30 - #8 Timberwolves 47:30 - #7 Clippers 50:00 - #6 Nuggets 50:30 - #5 Thunder 51:30 - #4 Celtics 52:45 - #3 Warriors 54:15 - #2 Suns 55:00 - #1 Cavaliers (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.
Nov 9, 2024 · 55 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Mailbag: Lakers TRADE TARGETS, Warriors potential, Thunder trade for Giannis?
Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses the best trade target for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, what the true potential is for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, and whether Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers are frauds following their hot start to the year. Later, Jason discusses if the Milwaukee Bucks will blow up their roster following their difficult start to the season and whether the Oklahoma City Thunder would consider trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo? Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:30 - Best trade for Lakers 11:15 - Who Nets should trade 14:00 - Paul George looks off Tyrese Maxey? 18:15 - Jason's favorite offense to watch 21:00 - Are Warriors serious contenders? 34:45 - Should Klay start for Mavs? 36:30 - Are Cavaliers frauds? 39:00 - Is NBA too offensively oriented? 40:45 - Is Wemby taking bad shots? 43:45 - Hardest part transitioning out of competitive basketball 59:45 - Where do Clippers rank in West? 01:02:00 - What separates rotation from garbage time players? 01:04:30 - Hornets a playoff team? 01:06:15 - Will Bucks blow it up? 01:08:30 - Would Thunder trade for Giannis? 01:10:15 - Who will win NBA Cup? 01:11:45 - Why are offenses moving off pick and roll? (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.
Nov 8, 2024 · 47 min
Hoops Tonight - Thunder-Nuggets Reaction: Westbrook ERUPTS, Jokic & Denver AVENGE opening night
Jason Timpf reacts to Nikola Jokic, Russell Westbrook, and the Denver Nuggets' 124-122 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jason discusses Westbrook's big night and what's next for both teams moving forward this NBA season! Timeline 4:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Nuggets/Thunder 23:30 - Heat/Suns 44:30 - Film Study (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.
Nov 7, 2024 · 14 min
Hoops Tonight - Warriors-Celtics Reaction: Steph Curry TAKES OVER, Boston falls to Golden State
Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors' 118-112 win over Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Jason discusses Steph's big night, what went wrong for Boston, and what's next for both teams moving forward early on in this NBA season. #Volume Follow Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT https://www.instagram.com/jtimpf15/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 7, 2024 · 1 hr 21 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Questions: Celtics & Thunder COLLISION COURSE? Lakers & Warriors Finals threats?
Jason Timpf is joined by the Nerd Sesh guys to answer five big questions through the first few games of the NBA season. The guys discuss if Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder have separated themselves as the clear-cut top contenders for the NBA Finals. Later, they debate whether Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors or Donovan Mitchell's Cleveland Cavaliers are the bigger surprise threat before answering if Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks or Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets will turn it around after a slow start. Next, Jason and the Nerds debate whether LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers or Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks are more likely to go on a deep run in the NBA Playoffs. The show ends with the guys discussing if Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns are legitimate contenders after their fast start to the year. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:15 - Have Boston and OKC separated into the top tier 18:30 - Cavs and Warriors off to a hot start 39:00 - Bucks and Nuggets struggle early 01:00:00 - Lakers or Mavs more likely to make a deep playoff run? 01:20:00 - New look Phoenix 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.
Nov 6, 2024 · 51 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: Curry RETURNS to Warriors, Lakers FALL vs. Pistons, Nuggets dig DEEP
Cade Cunningham's elite potential with a young Detroit Pistons team, what situations could give LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers issues, how Steph Curry's return makes the Golden State Warriors a problem, Jayson Tatum's hot start to the Boston Celtics' season, and much more! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 7:15 - Cade Cunningham's ELITE potential 11:00 - Where Lakers will strugle 14:45 - Austin Reaves needs a break 16:45 - Russell Westbrook still has it 18:45 - Pascal Siakam is a problem 20:30 - Teams Mavericks will have issues with 21:15 - Kings present matchup problems 22:30 - Steph Curry is still really good 23:15 - Jayson Tatum on fire 23:45 - Jalen Green excitement 22:08 - Timpf's Tape (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.
Nov 5, 2024 · 49 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Power Rankings: Warriors TOP 5, Lakers & Suns FAST STARTS, Cavaliers ON FIRE
Jason Timpf shares his first edition of NBA power rankings for the 2024-2025 season. Jason shares where LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Kevin Durant's Phoenix Suns, and Luka Doncic's Dallas Mavericks rank following their strong starts to the year. Later, Jason breaks down how the Golden State Warriors have cracked his top five even with Steph Curry injured. And who comes in at No. 1 between Jayson Tatum's Boston Celtics, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder, and Donovan Mitchell's undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 4:49- NBA Power Rankings 7:30- #10: Houston Rockets 10:45- #9: Memphis Grizzlies 14:00- #8: New York Knicks 15:45 - #7: Dallas Mavericks 17:45 - #6: Los Angeles Lakers 27:30 - #5: Golden State Warriors 31:45 - - #4: Phoenix Suns 35:00 - #3: Oklahoma City Thunder 38:30 - #2: Boston Celtics 42:00 - #1: Cleveland Cavaliers 47:30 - NBA Mailbag (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.
Nov 2, 2024 · 1 hr 4 min
Hoops Tonight - Bucks-Grizzlies Reaction: Giannis & Milwaukee MAJOR ISSUES, Ja Morant GOES OFF
Jason Timpf reacts to Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies' 122-99 win over Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and the Milwaukee Bucks. Jason discusses Memphis' impressive performance as well as what has gone wrong for Giannis and Milwaukee to start the season. Later, Jason answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:30 - Bucks/Grizzlies reaction 42:00 - Mailbag (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.
Nov 1, 2024 · 48 min
Hoops Tonight - Chet Holmgren & Thunder BULLY Wemby & Spurs, Cavaliers UNDEFEATED + NBA Mailbag
Jason Timpf reacts to Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder's 105-93 win over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Jason discusses what's wrong with Wemby to start this season, how Chet Holmgren has gotten off to a hot start, and what's next for both teams moving forward. Later, Jason discusses the undefeated start for Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and the Cleveland Cavaliers before getting into an NBA mailbag. Should Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors pursue a trade to become legitimate NBA Finals contenders? Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Spurs-Thunder 25:15 - Cavaliers hot start 42:00 - Mailbag (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.
Oct 31, 2024 · 49 min
Hoops Tonight - Warriors WILD COMEBACK vs. Pelicans, Luka & Mavericks BURY Wolves
Jason Timpf reacts to Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Dallas Mavericks taking down Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves as well as Buddy Hield's second-half explosion in the Golden State Warriors' win over Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans without Stephen Curry. Later, Jason breaks down film on the biggest highlights from the games! Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 6:15 - Mavericks-Timberwolves 29:15 - Pelicans-Warriors 39:45 - Timpf's Tape (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.
Oct 30, 2024 · 35 min
Hoops Tonight - NBA Reaction: LeBron & Lakers SLOPPY vs. Durant & Suns, Paolo's 50, Bucks-Celtics
Jason Timpf reacts to multiple games from across the NBA including Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics pulling away from Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks, Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns taking down LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, and Paolo Banchero's 50-point explosion in the Orlando Magic's win over Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. Timeline; 05:00 - Bucks-Celtics 22:00 - Lakers-Suns 36:45 - Paolo drops 50 vs. Pacers (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.