The Hoffman Show

Craig and Anthony dive into the roster construction of the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder, analyzing how each franchise built its way to the NBA Finals. From smart drafting and savvy trades to player development and front office vision, they break down the paths both teams took to become championship contenders.

Hour 2 1:12 - RFK Frustrations: Commanders Upset Over Potential Stadium Delays 12:36 - Storytime with Anthony 21:51 - Take Command Mailbag

Craig reacts to reports that the Washington Commanders are frustrated with the latest RFK Stadium developments. With the DC City Council requesting more time to review Mayor Bowser’s stadium deal, Craig breaks down what this means for the team's hopes of returning to the RFK site and how political delays could derail momentum.

Hour 1 1:12 - Thunder Take Control: Game 5 NBA Finals Reaction 9:11 - In Defense of Haliburton: Why His Game 5 Impact Still Mattered 23:30 - Vibe Check Tuesday: The Most Important Commanders (Not Named Jayden Daniels)

It’s Vibe Check Tuesday! Craig and Anthony dive into the key figures who will shape the Commanders’ 2025 season outside of rookie QB Jayden Daniels. From offensive anchors like Laremy Tunsil and Terry McLaurin to defensive leaders Marshon Lattimore and Bobby Wagner—and even veteran tight end Zach Ertz—the crew breaks down who matters most and why.

Craig responds to the backlash against Tyrese Haliburton after his scoreless performance in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. While critics called for him to be benched due to his calf injury and poor shooting night, Craig argues that Haliburton’s pace-setting, game management, and leadership still made a positive difference—highlighting his +3 second-half plus-minus as proof of his value on the floor.

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - NBA Finals Game 4 Recap, Grizzlies Trade Desmond Bane to Magic + Weekend in Review 39:11 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Tim Bontemps Joins the Show + Is Commanders D-Line Good Enough? 1:18:21 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Davey Martinez Throws Players Under Bus, NBA Finals Game 5 Preview + Real Things

Hour 3 1:12 - Davey Calls Out the Nats + Brady House Debut Tonight 14:06 - More Reaction to Davey Martinez Comments from Saturday Night 21:48 - NBA Finals Game 5 Preview 32:31 - Real Things: Mike Evans and Chris Godwin

Craig welcomes on Tobi Altizer, host of the Bustin' Loose Baseball podcast, to react to Davey Martinez’s fiery postgame comments where he appeared to throw his players under the bus after the Nationals' seventh straight loss. Tobi shares his thoughts on what it means for the locker room and whether changes to the coaching staff could be on the horizon depending on how the team fares in a brutal up...

Hour 2 1:12 - Bontemps on Bane Trade, KD's Future & Game 5 Preview 20:07 - Have the Commanders Done Enough to Help D-Line? 30:56 - Do You Think the Commanders Will Deploy ‘Cinco’ Package?

Craig poses the critical question: Have the Commanders done enough to help their defensive line? He and Anthony react to John Keim's recent article on Washington's run defense struggles and what’s been done — or not done — to address them heading into the 2025 season. They break down personnel moves, scheme fits, and whether the current group is built to hold up in the trenches this fall.

Craig welcomes on ESPN NBA Reporter Tim Bontemps to react to the blockbuster trade sending Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. They also discuss potential landing spots for Kevin Durant as trade rumors swirl around the Suns star. Plus, Tim previews Game 5 of the NBA Finals, calling Game 4 a major missed opportunity for the Pacers after they controlled much of the game before letting it slip away la...

Hour 1 1:12 - SGA Shines in the 4th as Thunder Tie Finals 2-2 21:00 - Magic Land Desmond Bane in Blockbuster Trade 31:41 - Weekend in Review

Craig and Anthony react to the breaking news Sunday morning: the Orlando Magic have acquired Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies in a blockbuster deal. Orlando sends Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks, and a pick swap to Memphis. The guys break down what the move means for both franchises and whether Orlando just made a win-now statement in the Eastern C...

Craig and Anthony kick off the show reacting to Oklahoma City’s clutch Game 4 win to even the NBA Finals at 2-2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander took over with a dominant 15-point fourth quarter to seal the victory. The duo also discusses the officiating, including the impact of veteran referee Scott Foster—though Craig argues his influence is being blown out of proportion.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Commanders Minicamp has come and gone and Day 3 featuring the emphasis on soft skills like the Team Family BBQ and practice in front of hundreds of local high school coaches ... Logan and Craig break down why these activities are so important for team building and how Logan has more of an appreciation for them since his career ended To learn more about listene...

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Extensive Preview of NBA Finals Game 4 + Storytime with Craig and Anthony 42:05 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Defenders-Panthers UFL Championship Preview + Jeff Rueter Talks Latest Surrounding USMNT 1:23:44 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Take Command, Weekend Preview + Real Things

Hour 3 1:12 - Take Command: Commanders Minicamp Is Over 12:36 - Weekend Preview 19:52 - Keys to NBA Finals Game 4 31:34 - Real Things: Darius Slayton

Hour 2 1:12 - Shannon Harris Previews UFL Championship vs. Michigan Panthers 12:07 - More Preview of UFL Championship Game 20:20 - Can the USMNT Be Fixed Before the 2026 World Cup?

Craig welcomes on Jeff Rueter, senior writer at The Athletic covering global soccer, to discuss the current state of the U.S. Men’s National Team. With the program at its lowest point in 25 years and just one year away from hosting the World Cup, Craig and Jeff debate whether there’s still time to right the ship—and what it would take to do so.

Craig welcomes on DC Defenders Head Coach Shannon Harris to preview tomorrow night’s UFL Championship showdown against the Michigan Panthers. Coach Harris shares his mindset going into the biggest game of the season, what it’ll take to bring home the title, and how the Defenders have prepared for this moment.

Hour 1 1:12 - NBA Finals Game 4 Preview with ESPN Radio's Marc Kestecher 23:17 - Clinton Yates on Haliburton’s Ceiling, Siakam’s Impact, and Chet’s Crucial Role in Game 4 33:28 - Recap of Anthony’s First Men’s League Basketball Game in Two Years

Craig welcomes on longtime friend Clinton Yates of ESPN’s Clinton and Friends to preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals. They dive into Tyrese Haliburton’s breakout performance and discuss why Clinton believes we still haven’t seen his full potential. Clinton explains why Pascal Siakam is the true X-factor for the Pacers to win the series and breaks down what the Thunder need from Chet Holmgren if they...

Craig welcomes on Marc Kestecher, the voice of the NBA Finals on ESPN Radio, to preview Game 4 between the Thunder and Pacers. They dive into OKC’s impressive adaptability and speculate on the adjustments and rotations the Thunder might deploy with only one day of rest as the Pacers’ physicality continues to take a toll. They also examine the biggest X-factor behind Indiana’s 2-1 series lead and d...

Hour 3 1:12 - Commanders Pick-6: Headlines & Highlights of Minicamp Day 3 16:54 - Unheard Of: Bengals First-Round Pick Shemar Stewart Leaves Minicamp Amid Contract Dispute 29:47 - Real Things: Alex Smith and Kyle Long