Hoops Tonight with Jason Timpf

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 the Lakers in the playoffs and...

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 and wonders how this affects their short, but...

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 Mavericks. Timpf breaks down all o...

Jason Timpf reacts to the Mark Williams trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and Charlotte Hornets being rescinded following Williams' failed physical.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 and the New York Knicks. What makes Boston such a di...

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 Kyrie Irving leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 127-120...

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 opportunity to reunite with Steph Curry, Draymond Green, an...

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 Wiggins, Dennis Schroder, Kyle Anderson, and a fi...

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 - Why Mavericks dealt Luka 11:00 - What this means f...

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 Brunson and the New York Knicks' improved defense,...

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 three trade destinations for Jimmy Butler including...

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 Rockets #Volume #Herd Follow Jason Timpf on social: h...

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 reacts to Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns,...

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 LeBron James and the surging Los Angeles Lakers, Nikola...

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 Jason Timpf on social: https://twitter.com/_JasonLT h...

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 discusses the philosophy LeBron James and the...

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. Celtics 24:00 - Will Lakers add a center? 31:00 - W...

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 and the Golden State Warriors' 123-117 loss to DeMa...

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 landi...

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 experim...

  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...

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 Pl...

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.  Timelin...

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 t...

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...

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...