Jason Timpf’s top takes of the week! He starts with the biggest news of the week, Luka Doncic making his debut with the Lakers after the blockbuster trade. He also breaks down why Jimmy Butler has restored the “belief” in the Warriors, congratulates Kevin Durant on reaching 30k career points and why Jayson Tatum has become the best “swiss army knif…

Jason Timpf is back reacting to an electric Thursday night of NBA basketball. He kicks things off by talking about Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves defeating Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder by a score of 116-101. Timpf salutes the Wolves young superstar in Anthony Edwards and breaks down what made Minnesota so capable in t…

Jason Timpf returns to break down all of the action across the NBA on Wednesday night, leading off with Jayson Tatum’s Boston Celtics defeating young superstar Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs 116-103. Jason breaks down how Jayson Tatum has become his generation’s Swiss-army knife, a la LeBron James, and details why the Celtics’ consiste…

Jason Timpf is back reacting to an exciting night of basketball led by Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the New York Knicks defeating the Indiana Pacers 128-115. Jason tips his cap to KAT for dropping 40 points on Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers, and gives his flowers to Josh Hart for his tenacity on both ends of the floor, including pou…

Colin’s joined by Jason Timpf, host of “Hoops Tonight” to talk all things NBA! They start with Luka Doncic making his debut with the Lakers and why his presence has reinvigorated the team and given the Lakers offense the juice to compete in the postseason (4:15). They examine all the potential western conference teams that could create problems for…

Jason Timpf is back with another exciting episode of Hoops Tonight, taking a deep dive into the new-look Golden State Warriors led by recent trade acquisition Jimmy Butler, the former Miami Heat superstar. Jason starts off by explaining how the fresh-faced Dubs are utilizing superstar Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler’s complimentary offensive skills an…

Jason Timpf returns to react to NBA superstar Luka Doncic’s first game as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. Timpf explains why LeBron James’ newest high-profile teammate immediately raises the Lake Show’s offensive ceiling, despite Jason growing concerned about L.A.’s defense with the departure of star forward Anthony Davis to the Dallas Maverick…

Jason Timpf reacts to the Mark Williams trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and Charlotte Hornets being rescinded following Williams' failed physical. How will this affect LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and LA as they make their push toward the NBA Playoffs. Later, Jason reacts to Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics' dominant win over Jalen Brunson an…

Jason Timpf reacts to a loaded slate of NBA games including LeBron James scoring 42 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 120-112 win over Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors. How dangerous will this Lakers team be with an engaged LeBron James along with Luka Doncic and Mark Williams joining the mix. Later, Jason reacts to Kyri…

Jason Timpf starts with reacting to the Los Angeles Lakers trading for Mark Williams with the Charlotte Hornets. Jason breaks down why Williams is a perfect fit alongside Luka Doncic and LeBron James in the Lakers' offense and why LA has the pieces in place to make a run in the NBA Playoffs. Then he discusses Kevin Durant turning down the opportuni…

Jason Timpf reacts to the Golden State Warriors trading with the Miami Heat for star guard Jimmy Butler. Jason breaks down how Jimmy will solve many of the problems facing Golden State and discusses whether the pairing with Steph Curry is enough to lift the Warriors into championship contention. Later, Jason discusses why the return offer of Andrew…

Jason Timpf reacts to the shocking trade sending Luka Doncic to join LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Davis to team up with Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, and the Dallas Mavericks. Jason breaks down why Dallas decided to move off Luka and what lies ahead for both teams for the rest of this NBA season. Timeline: 4:15 - Introduction 7:00 - …

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses his thoughts on Bronny James receiving meaningful playing time for the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James and LA's ideal starting lineup, and a trade target he thinks would be a strong fit with Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Later, Jason discusses Jalen …

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 116-109 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jason discusses Golden State's second win over OKC this year, why a second shot creator will fix many of the Warriors' problems, and what may doom the Thunder in the NBA Playoffs. Later, Jason discusses the top th…

Jason Timpf discusses the top three trade destinations for Sacramento Kings star De'Aaron Fox including LeBron James' Los Angeles Lakers, Jalen Green's Houston Rockets, and Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs. Timeline: 00:00 - Why Kings should trade De'Aaron Fox 04:54 - #3: Los Angeles Lakers 11:24 - #2: San Antonio Spurs 14:34 - #1: Houston Roc…

Jason Timpf reacts to Amen Thompson and Dillon Brooks' massive performances in the Houston Rockets' thrilling 114-112 win over Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Jason breaks down why Amen Thompson has star written all over him, the potential of this young Houston team, and what the biggest challenge is for Boston in their repeat efforts. Later, …

Jason Timpf reacts to Jalen Green and the Houston Rockets' thrilling 135-131 win over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jason discusses Amen Thompson's dominant performance, how high Houston's ceiling is, and what's gone wrong for the Cavaliers over their past eight games. Later, Jason shares his top ten teams in the NBA including LeBro…

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers win over Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Jason discusses the biggest highlights from the game and shares his takeaways for both teams as the NBA season rolls on. Timeline: 4:00 - Introduction 5:30 - Lakers/Warriors 26:00 - Mavericks/Celtics #Volume Follow Jas…

Jason Timpf reacts to several games around the NBA including Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets' dominant 132-123 win over the Sacramento Kings, Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors' 131-106 win over the Chicago Bulls, and Kyrie Irving's Dallas Mavericks taking down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-115. Later, Jason d…

Jason Timpf reacts to LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers' dominant 117-96 win over Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the Boston Celtics. Jason discusses LA's impressive night and shares why JJ Redick and LA must go all-in on LeBron and AD this season. Timeline: 5:00 - Lakers MUST believe 15:00 - Lakers "best game of season" vs. C…

Jason Timpf reacts to several games from across the NBA including Fred VanVleet and the Houston Rockets' thrilling 109-108 win over Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jason discusses how Houston's athleticism causes major problems for opponents and whether the Cavs' weaknesses are cause for concern. Later, Jason reacts to Stephen Curry a…

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…

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…

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 f…

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 Maverick…

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 Edw…

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 Conferenc…

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 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 Kev…

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 Wa…

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 o…

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 LeBro…

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 wha…

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' 1…

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. La…

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 …

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 h…

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.…

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: 4:0…

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…

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 t…

Jason Timpf shares four big weekend takeaways including LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers' improved play, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs being ready to go all-in, and Tyrese Haliburton's Indiana Pacers returning to form. Later, Jason shares his NBA power rankings including a rise for Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks, a return to t…

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment and discusses whether the NBA should implement any changes to generate more interest, how Rob Pelinka has failed LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers as well as why Steve Kerr is the not the problem for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Timeline: 4:00 -…

Jason Timpf is joined by Carson Breber and Logan Camden of Nerd Sesh to react to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' NBA Cup championship win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder. The guys discuss Milwaukee's turnaround as well as whether OKC's issues will be exposed in the NBA Playoffs. Later, the guys debate wheth…

Jason Timpf reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks' dominant 97-81 win over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup championship game. Jason breaks down how Giannis, Damian Lillard, and Milwaukee have turned their season around and whether SGA and OKC had some fatal flaws exposed. Timeline: 4:00 - Intro…

Jason Timpf reacts to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets’ wild 130-129 win over De’Aaron Fox and the Sacramento Kings. Jason discusses why despite Denver’s limitations, he cannot give up on the Nuggets as an NBA Finals contender. Later, Jason shares his reaction to Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons’ 125-124 overtime win over Jimmy Butler and…

Jason Timpf reacts to the NBA's weekend action including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder as well as Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks advancing to the NBA Cup championship game. Jason discusses how OKC is playing "special basketball" and why the Bucks are back among his top championship contenders. Later, Jason shares hi…

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors acquiring Dennis Schroder from the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for De'Anthony Melton and future draft picks. Jason breaks down how this trade impacts the Warriors' NBA Finals chances and what he expects from Schroder in Golden State. (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume…

Jason Timpf answers listener questions during an NBA mailbag segment. Jason discusses whether Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets should look for a player like Jimmy Butler or Paul George to boost their title chances. Is Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic or Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks better to build around? Can Jalen Brunson be th…

Jason Timpf reacts to Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and the Golden State Warriors falling 91-90 to Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets in the NBA Cup. Jason breaks down the biggest highlights from the game and why Golden State must make a move by the trade deadline to have any chance at reaching the NBA Finals. Later, Jason reacts to Trae Young a…