Hoopatheticals

This day has been haunting Bucks fans (and Shams) for years, but it is finally here. The trade of Giannis. Two Bucks fans break it all down in the funniest and most unhinged Giannis emergency pod out there. Chapters00:00 Emergency Episode: Giannis Trade Reaction01:22 Where were you when you found out?03:03 Analyzing the Heat's Perspective on the Trade04:23 What the Miami Heat are Getting In Gi...

Thom and Jez round out a great NBA post-season with takes so hot you'll need cold water, a bath and a sick day. Did Wemby have the greatest playoff Debut ever? Should the Knicks sell high? and what is going on with Giannis, and which trade do these Bucks fans like? Chapters00:00 What's Up?01:22 Greatest Playoff Debut Ever From Wemby?06:14 NBA Finals: Did They Deliver?07:31 The East vs. Wes...

00:00 Intro01:02 Heat Check: Playoffs Edition02:09 Playoffs Dark Horse: Houston03:55 Lebron's Legacy if he Beats KD & Houston05:33 Can Portland make Some Noise?07:43 Eastern Conference Playoff Predictions08:06 Raptors Chat09:19 Atlanta Hawks - Dark Horse Case09:40 Can Anyone in the East Beat the Celtics?10:51 The Case for the Cavs Deep Playoff Run12:17 Western Conference Playoff Predictions14:...

Chapters00:00 Introduction + New Intro!01:06 NBA Heat Check: Current Trends04:09 Deandre Ayton and the Lakers06:23 The Miami Heat's Resurgence08:43 Spurs vs. OKC: Rising Stars11:10 Most Controversial NBA Season Ever??15:00 Worst Fake: James Harden Championship? Hornets Have a Post-Season Sting?23:57 Hear the Deer: Bucks Segment27:17 Doc Rivers and the Bucks' Future30:03 The Script of Doc R...

Chapters00:00 Introduction01:07 NBA All-Star Game was... Awesome?03:05 The Impact of Victor Wembanyama05:54 All-Star Weekend Reflections08:52 Trade Deadline Insights11:53 Conspiracy Theories in the NBA13:46 Kings vs Bulls Conspiracy: Alternative Dimensions17:50 Detroit has a Better Record than OKC?!20:57 Looking Ahead to the Playoffs22:07 James Harden to the Cavs: Pros vs Cons25:32 Bucks Trade Dea...

Chapters00:00 Cold Open + Intro01:21 NBA Stocks: Are the Raptors Legit?04:12 Detroit vs Celtics: Who Will Make the Finals?08:25 Are the Clippers Actually Good?10:32 Who's Scarier: Portland, Warriors, Clippers?12:21 Aaron Gordon & the Nuggets15:32 Worst Fake: Clippers Are Championship Bound19:02 Worst Fake: Hawks to Make the Playoffs21:56 Bucks Chat22:29 Bucks Chat: Is this Doc's Last S...

Chapters00:00 Introduction to NBA Heat Check01:16 Celtics' Surprising Performance04:42 NBA Cup: Is it Good Yet?07:35 The Struggles of the Pacers09:39 Old Heads and Mid-Range Game Revival11:36 Worst Fake: Dylan Brooks and Phoenix's Dark Horse14:59 OKC Won't Repeat as Champions18:59 Hall of Fame Nominees: LeBron's Biggest Hater 2025 Nominee 21:31 Ben Simmons Poor Choice of Words24:21...

Apologies, the first 16 mins had tech issues, so we went a bit old school. To make it up we made the episode almost an hour long. In this episode of Hypotheticals, the hosts dive into the current state of the NBA, discussing the struggles of the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Milwaukee Bucks' performance, and the rise of the Oklahoma City Thunder. They also explore the chaos surrounding the Los Ange...

It's been a fantastic start to the NBA season, but not for everyone. In this episode, hosts Thom and Jez break down the over and underperformers to start off the year, that have a conversation about the MVP (and they get very Giannis with one another), and should Lebron be traded? PLus they look at some sorry fan bases and chat about what has been going on since the opening week of the 2025-26...

Is Wemby already better than Wilt Chamberlain, but without the off-court shenanigans? Are the Antetokounmpo brothers like infinity stones making Giannis stronger? And what does Luka averaging 40+ points tell us about the Laker's season? Chapters00:00 NBA Season Kickoff Excitement01:23 Best Opening Week in NBA History?02:36 Luka and the Lakers Early Season04:25 Is Wemby Already Wilt?06:02 Wemby...

What is the one thing every team is feeling a bit uneasy about? And what does all of this mean for free agent Russell Westbrook? In today's ep, hosts, Jez and Thom break down the worst thing to say to every franchise, a interesting Kawhi-style alleged revelation about a loved role-player, and they catch up with local basketball fan Stavro to hear his thoughts on a European club match hosted in...

What should Ben Simmons do now that his career in the NBA appears to be winding down? Well luckily, we have pulled together a list of his most likely next career moves in our segment Shots Fired. We also chat about the Milwaukee Bucks and Euroleague/ Eurobasket, the Kawhi situation and why it is the most Clippers thing ever, and a poem for Josh Giddey. Plus we have some crazy new visual effects! C...

What Aussie is properly rated in the NBA?... I'LL WAIT!In today's episode, we go down the Anti-Aussie NBA rabbit hole, why the Celtics could win the championship this year (and how that affects Michael Jordan's Legacy), and first team all-Show Up or Shut-Up for this season. Plus Rhyme Out and Agent Cody BankChapters00:00 Introduction and Season Reflections01:29 Shots Fired: Breakout Se...

Who wins in a 1v1: Thanasis or Bronny? Was keeping Doc Rivers the biggest non-move of the offseason? And IS LUKA JACKED NOW!?In this episode of Hoopatheticals, hosts Jez and Thom dive into the latest NBA off-season drama, discussing trades, player performances, and team strategies. They conduct heat checks on various teams, analyze the worst off-season moves, and even engage in a fun segment calle...

You gotta lose 2 for it to be Bucks in 6... right? 😢Two Bucks fans get real about whats up with the team (and what Doc is doing to destroy this team), before checking out the rest of the league, and chatting about the home court advantages, Steph still being Steph, "fights" coming back, and what AI is saying will be the NBA Finals this year. They also look at the Lakers vs Timberwolves,...

Will there be a new NBA champion this year? Or will the Celts infuriate every other fan base again by going back to back? In this episode, hosts Jez and Thom dive into the current state of the NBA (and NBL Finals), discussing playoff predictions, player performances, and team strategies. They analyze various teams, including the Lakers, Celtics, Knicks, and Cavs, while also exploring the concept o...

Who DIDN'T get traded this NBA trade-deadline? The answer may surprise you...After seeing how all of the new trades have worked for a week or so, host Jez FM and co-host Thom Nixon, along with special guest Ryan Tennison, dive into a comprehensive review of the NBA's recent All-Star Weekend and trade deadline. They discuss the implications of various trades, including the Milwaukee Bucks&#...

In this emergency podcast, hosts Jez and Thom discuss the monumental trade involving Luka Doincic and Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks, analyzing its implications for the Lakers, Mavericks, and the NBA as a whole. They delve into the disappointment surrounding the Lakers' performance, the potential conspiracy theories behind the trade, and the future of LeBron James and Luka Doncic. The c...

Would you trade for Jimmy Buckets? Would your trade for Beal? Would you steal a movie? In this episode of Hoopatheticals, hosts Jez and Thom dive into the current state of the NBA, discussing trades, player stocks, and the upcoming season for the Coburg Giants. They analyze the potential trades involving players like Jimmy Butler and Khris Middleton, while also exploring the implications of these...

Happy New Year, and happy NBA Cup to you all. In this episode, Thom and Jez look at the biggest stories from the last few weeks, before breaking down how they would fix then NBA. In this episode of Hoopatheticals, hosts Jez FM and Thom Nixon dive into the latest happenings in the NBA, discussing team performances, player evaluations, and the overall state of the league. They explore the OKC Thunde...

Why won't Giannis, Jokic and Embiid ever win another MVP? Get your tinfoil hats ready because today we have got a doozie. In this episode of Hoopatheticals, Jez and Thom engage in a lively discussion about the current state of the NBA, focusing on team performances, player evaluations, and the dynamics of various franchises. They introduce segments like Heat Check, where they assess the temperatur...

Time to get the tinfoil hats out, because are some members of the Milwaukee Bucks really playing 5-D Chess with this season by starting 4-8? Welcome back to the only NBA related podcast that uses as many title animations as it does minutes preparing! In this episode of Hoopatheticals, hosts Jez and Thom return after a break to share personal updates, including Thom's new daughter and Jez's recent...

In this episode of Hoopatheticals, Jez and Thom discuss the Australian Boomers' performance in the Olympics, particularly their loss to Greece. They also talk about Team USA's performance and the conspiracy theory surrounding Jaylen Brown's exclusion from the team. The hosts share their excitement for the upcoming NBA season and express their love for players like Matthew Dellavedova a...

Free Agent Lebron James... where is he going and why will it be the Lakers? In this episode of Who Patheticals, Jez and Thom discuss the NBA playoffs and share their thoughts on the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. They express their disappointment with the Eastern Conference, which has been plagued by injuries and lackluster performances. They also discuss the potential of the Dallas Maveri...

Why is every team in the east seeming a bit... off. No one seems to have rhythm, and we are 2 games away from the playoffs. In this episode of Hoopatheticals, Jez and Thom discuss the current form and playoff prospects of the Milwaukee Bucks. They analyze the team's offensive and defensive ratings compared to last year, and express cautious optimism for their playoff run. They also discuss the...