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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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  1. NBA Power Rankings: Rising Rockets, T-Wolves & 76ers legit contenders, new #1 with OKC injuries

    · 35 min · Explicit

    Jason gives his NBA power rankings heading into week two of the 2026-27 season. He breaks down why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder are no longer at the top with the injury to Jalen Williams, the rising…

  2. 10 NBA Reactions: J-Dub injury for OKC, T-Wolves hype, Heat issues, Tatum vs. Brown, Luka magic

    · 55 min · Explicit

    Use code HOOPSTONIGHT to get 20% off your first order at www.rhone.com. Jason gives 10 reactions to a weekend of NBA action including the Jalen Williams injury for the OKC Thunder, LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards…

  3. 5 NBA Reactions: 76ers WILD win vs. Cavs, Thunder OWN Nuggets, Blazers hot start, Ty Jerome cooking

    · 47 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, LeBron James, and the Philadelphia 76ers’ comeback win over James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder beating Nikola Jokic and the…

  4. NBA NIGHT 2 REACTION: Luka & Lakers SMOKE Steph & Warriors + Ant GOES OFF in Wolves win vs. Heat

    · 35 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to night two of the 2026-27 NBA season including Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors kicking off their season against Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers plus Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball and the…

  5. NBA NIGHT 1 REACTION: SGA & Thunder HANDLE Spurs, 76ers spoil Knicks night, Pistons beat Celtics

    · 1 h 07 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts live to the three games from the opening night of the 2026-27 NBA season: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder facing Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs, LeBron James and the Philadelphia…

  6. 5 Big NBA Predictions: LeBron & 76ers slow start, Wemby MVP, stars will be traded, Kings disaster

    · 34 min · Explicit

    Jason makes five big NBA predictions ahead of the season including a potential slow start for Joel Embiid, LeBron James, and the Philadelphia 76ers; an incredible season from San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama;…

  7. NBA Power Rankings: Thunder & Spurs clear favorites, Knicks lead crowded East, Lakers barely in

    · 51 min · Explicit

    Jason does his first power rankings of the year, right before the 2026-27 NBA season kicks off. He breaks down the debate between Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s OKC Thunder at the…

  8. Warriors & Wizards sneaky good, Pistons trade idea, Tatum MVP potential, odd Ja fit | NBA Mailbag

    · 30 min · Explicit

    Jason answers mailbag questions on a variety of NBA topics including predicting what teams might surprise people and be better than we expect (Golden State Warriors and Washington Wizards), players the Detroit Pistons…

  9. 76ers vs. Heat debate, Celtics sneaky upside, Wizards volatility, feisty Nets | NBA East Deep Dive

    · 56 min · Explicit

    Jason is joined by David Lee (@dlee4three) to do a deep dive and make predictions on the NBA Eastern Conference. They answer five big questions about the conference heading into the season including whether Jayson…

  10. 76ers skepticism, Yaxel saving Warriors, new-look Celtics, Kyrie back, fun Wizards | 5 NBA Reactions

    · 39 min · Explicit

    Jason gives five big NBA preseason reactions. He breaks down his skepticism over the Philadelphia 76ers, Joel Embiid's defense, how LeBron James will mesh offensively with Jaylen Brown and Tyrese Maxey, and more. Then…

  11. 76ers playoff defense, Rockets flailing core, can Kyrie Irving bounce back | NBA Contender Questions

    · 33 min · Explicit

    Jason answers mailbag questions on a variety of topics including whether LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers can flip the switch defensively in the NBA playoffs, whether Amen Thompson and the Houston Rockets young…

  12. Lakers Deep Dive: How Kessler helps Luka & Reaves, rotation questions, where LA ranks in NBA's West

    · 52 min · Explicit

    Jason is joined by Pete Zayas of The Athletic and Lakers Film Room to break down and make predictions for the Los Angeles Lakers’ upcoming NBA season in the post-LeBron James era. They discuss the team's rotation…

  13. Luka & Lakers ROLL Kings, LaMelo shines for Wolves, Knicks vs. 76ers | NBA Preseason Reaction

    · 38 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to another night of NBA preseason games including Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers beating Darius Acuff and the Sacramento Kings, LaMelo Ball's debut alongside Anthony Edwards in the Minnesota…

  14. NBA Preseason Reaction: Giannis’ Heat debut, Steph & Warriors lose, Nuggets-Jazz + 76ers scrimmage

    · 51 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to the opening weekend of NBA preseason games including Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat vs. the Toronto Raptors without Kawhi Leonard, Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets facing the Utah Jazz,…

  15. Spurs elite, Rockets questions, Mavs & Grizzlies are feisty + Pels | NBA Southwest Div Prediction

    · 49 min · Explicit

    Jason previews and makes predictions for the NBA's Southwest Division including Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs, Kevin Durant's Houston Rockets, Cooper Flagg's Dallas Mavericks, Cameron Boozer's Memphis…

  16. Heat & Giannis hype + Hawks, Magic, Hornets intrigue, Wizards mystery | NBA Southeast Div Prediction

    · 53 min · Explicit

    Jason previews and makes predictions for the NBA's Southeast Division including Giannis Antetokounmpo's first season with the Miami Heat, the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic mostly running it back, the Charlotte…

  17. Lakers & Warriors feisty, Suns play-in level, Clippers & Kings ... bad | NBA Pacific Div Predictions

    · 43 min · Explicit

    Jason previews and makes predictions for the NBA's Pacific Division including Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers, Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns, Darius Garland and the…

  18. Pacers & Pistons QUESTIONS, weird Cavs vibes, Bucks & Bulls tanking | NBA Central Div Predictions

    · 38 min · Explicit

    Jason previews and makes predictions for the NBA's Central Division including the Indiana Pacers getting Tyrese Haliburton back, Cade Cunningham's Detroit Pistons still waiting on Jalen Duren, the good on paper but…

  19. Thunder still elite, Nuggets & Wolves questions, Blazers & Jazz hype | NBA Northwest Div Predictions

    · 55 min · Explicit

    Jason previews and makes his predictions for the NBA's Northwest Division. He breaks down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder, Nikola Jokic and Denver Nuggets, Anthony Edwards and Minnesota Timberwolves, Damian…

  20. Knicks & 76ers title contenders, Celtics & Raptors feisty + Nets | NBA Atlantic Division Predictions

    · 48 min · Explicit

    Jason previews the NBA's Atlantic Division and makes predictions. He breaks down how Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks will follow up their title, how LeBron James and Jaylen Brown will mesh with the Philadelphia…

  21. DEBATE: Wemby vs. SGA vs. Jokic + why Luka Doncic is in 4th | NBA Rankings Mailbag

    · 53 min · Explicit

    Jason answers mailbag questions and gets into the weeds on why he has Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets), Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs), and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC Thunder) ranked in that order plus why Luka…

  22. Ranking the NBA's top-3 players: Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

    · 55 min · Explicit

    Jason reaches the top three of his 2026 NBA player rankings and ranks Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets), Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs), and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC Thunder). He breaks down why he has them…

  23. NBA Player Rankings #4: Luka Doncic | Los Angeles Lakers

    · 25 min · Explicit

    Jason reaches number four on his 2026 NBA Player Rankings: Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers. Join polymarket: https://app.polymarket.us/S8ac/HOOPSTONIGHT 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements…

  24. Jalen Brunson vs. SGA, can Giannis bounce back, will Anthony Edwards make a leap? | NBA Mailbag

    · 29 min · Explicit

    Jason answers mailbag questions on NBA topics including Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks) vs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC Thunder), how reliable is Giannis Antetokounmpo (Miami Heat) these days, whether Anthony Edwards…

  25. NBA Player Rankings #5: Giannis Antetokounmpo | Miami Heat

    · 20 min · Explicit

    Jason reaches No. 5 on his NBA player rankings list, Giannis Antetokounmpo who is now on the Miami Heat after an offseason trade from the Milwaukee Bucks. Jason breaks down his strengths, weaknesses, how he'll fit with…

  26. NBA Player Rankings #6: Jalen Brunson | New York Knicks

    · 24 min · Explicit

    Jason reaches No. 6 on his summer 2026 NBA player rankings with New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson. He breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of Brunson's game, comparing him to both Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC…

  27. Anthony Edwards vs. Cade Cunningham, BEST version of Steph Curry, Tatum underrated? | NBA Mailbag

    · 37 min · Explicit

    Jason answers mailbag questions on NBA topics including debating Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves) vs. Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons), whether Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics) can take another step this season…

  28. Reaction to Clippers & Kawhi Leonard punishment from NBA & Adam Silver

    · 17 min

    Jason reacts to the NBA and Adam Silver finally issuing a ruling and punishment against the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard after the investigation about NBA salary cap circumvention that was sparked by Pablo…

  29. NBA Player Rankings #7: Cade Cunningham | Detroit Pistons

    · 15 min · Explicit

    Jason reveals his No. 7 player on his NBA player rankings for the summer of 2026: Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons. He breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of Cade's game, as well as whether he can take…

  30. Reaction to Jonathan Kuminga deal w/ Timberwolves & Lakers impact + Klay Thompson to Heat | NBA

    · 35 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to Jonathan Kuminga signing a two-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, how that impacts Anthony Edwards and the Wolves’ roster, how it impacts Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers, and why…

  31. NBA Player Rankings #8: Anthony Edwards | Minnesota Timberwolves

    · 20 min · Explicit

    Jason ranks No. 8 on his NBA player rankings list, Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves. He breaks down Ant's strengths and weaknesses, how his season might look paired with LaMelo Ball, and more. #Volume…

  32. Debating LeBron James vs. Jaylen Brown + Westbrook retires, Pacers questions, Haliburton's ceiling

    · 40 min · Explicit

    Jason answers mailbag questions on topics including which Philadelphia 76ers star is better between LeBron James or Jaylen Brown, what Tyrese Haliburton's ceiling is for the Indiana Pacers, Russell Westbrook's NBA…

  33. NBA Player Rankings #9: Jayson Tatum | Boston Celtics

    · 22 min · Explicit

    Jason breaks down the next player on his NBA player rankings list: Jayson Tatum at No. 9. He discusses what makes the Boston Celtics star so good, where he can improve, and why he's ninth on the list. After trading…

  34. NBA Player Rankings #10: Steph Curry | Golden State Warriors

    · 25 min · Explicit

    Jason starts the top 10 of his NBA player rankings with Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors. What should we expect from Steph and the Dubs this year as he will attempt to take Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and…

  35. Why Celtics & Lakers are SNEAKY GOOD, Kawhi Leonard & Clippers reaction, Warriors are doomed | NBA

    · 34 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to and answers mailbag questions on a variety of NBA topics, including why the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers might be underrated regular season teams, why the Golden State Warriors are bound for…

  36. Reaction to Peyton Watson trade from Nuggets to Cavaliers + Harden deal & Denver's future w/ Jokic

    · 19 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers pulling off a sign-and-trade to acquire Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets. He explains how Watson fits alongside Donovan Mitchell, James Harden's contract extension, how this…

  37. Reaction to Lakers sale drama: Jeanie Buss needs to stand down

    · 18 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to the bizarre situation with the Los Angeles Lakers, including Mark Walter selling to Bob Iger, Jeanie Buss protesting the sale, the Buss family drama, and why Jeanie needs to stop being the governor of…

  38. NBA Player Rankings #13-11: Jaylen Brown, LeBron James, Kevin Durant

    · 38 min · Explicit

    Jason ranks the next group of three players in his top-25 NBA players: Jaylen Brown (Philadelphia 76ers), Kevin Durant (Houston Rockets), and LeBron James (Sixers). #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

  39. NBA Player Rankings #16-14: Joel Embiid, Tyrese Haliburton, Kawhi Leonard

    · 39 min · Explicit

    Jason ranks gets into the top 15 of his NBA player rankings for the 2026 season including Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers), Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers), and Kawhi Leonard (Los Angeles Clippers / Toronto…

  40. Grading my 2025 NBA Player Rankings: Who I got WRONG & RIGHT

    · 41 min · Explicit

    Jason answers mailbag questions from subscribers on a variety of topics including how his 2025 rankings list ended up working out — including players such as Luka Doncic (Los Angeles Lakers), Anthony Edwards (Minnesota…

  41. NBA Player Rankings #19-17: Karl-Anthony Towns, Tyrese Maxey & Scottie Barnes

    · 34 min · Explicit

    Jason ranks his 19th, 18th, and 17th best players in the NBA, Karl-Anthony Towns (New York Knicks), Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors), and Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia 76ers), while also breaking down how Maxey will fit…

  42. Reaction to NBA schedule release + Olivia Miles DOMINATING the WNBA

    · 18 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to the NBA releasing its primetime schedule, including the opening night games between the Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons, Philadelphia 76ers and New York Knicks, and OKC Thunder and San Antonio Spurs…

  43. NBA Player Rankings #22-20: Devin Booker, Donovan Mitchell & Bam Adebayo

    · 43 min · Explicit

    Jason breaks down the next set of three players in his top 25 NBA players ranking, including Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns), Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers), and Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat). He also reacts to Dillon…

  44. NBA Player Rankings #25-23: Chet Holmgren, Cooper Flagg & OG Anunoby

    · 33 min · Explicit

    Jason kicks off his top 25 NBA players ranking with Chet Holmgren (OKC Thunder), Cooper Flagg (Dallas Mavericks), and OG Anunoby (New York Knicks). All lines presented by Hard Rock Bet. #Volume See…

  45. Reaction to Kevin Durant's WILD take comparing the 2026 76ers to 2017 Warriors

    · 27 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to Kevin Durant's take where he claimed the 2026 Philadelphia 76ers with LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Maxey is a more loaded roster than the 2017 Golden State Warriors he joined with…

  46. Top 25 NBA Players Honorable Mentions: Jalen Williams, Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle + rank criteria

    · 30 min · Explicit

    Jason kicks off the Hoops Tonight 2026 NBA Player Rankings with an explanation of the criteria, plus listing out all the players who were just outside the top 25, including Jalen Williams (OKC Thunder), Dylan Harper…

  47. 5 NBA Reactions: Rich Paul podcast issues, Embiid trade?, Tony Allen vs. LeBron, Warriors stupidity

    · 36 min · Explicit

    Jason reacts to big NBA storylines over the weekend including Rich Paul's ’Game Over’ podcast and the consequences it could have on the Philadelphia 76ers, Max Kellerman calling for Joel Embiid to be traded, Tony Allen…

  48. 76ers Deep Dive w/ Spike Eskin: LeBron James's fit, how Maxey & Jaylen fit, keep or trade Embiid?

    · 51 min · Explicit

    Jason is joined by Spike Eskin of the Rights to Ricky Sanchez podcast to do a deep dive on the Philadelphia 76ers, reacting to LeBron James signing with the team after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, exploring the fit…

  49. Ranking All 30 NBA Teams: Spurs, Thunder, Knicks, 76ers TOP CONTENDERS + who else has a title shot

    · 44 min · Explicit

    Jason does his first NBA contender rankings of this season after the big free agency and trade moves have finally happened thanks to LeBron James making his decision. He breaks down why the San Antonio Spurs, OKC…

  50. Best #2 pairings w/ the top-5 NBA players: Wembanyama, Jokic, SGA, Doncic, and Giannis

    · 16 min · Explicit

    Jason does a fun exercise of figuring out who the best number two players are to pair with the current top five NBA players (in no particular order): Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs), Nikola Jokic (Denver…

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