The Hoop Collective: Hypothetical Trade Scenarios
Brian Windhorst, Kevin Pelton and Tim Bontemps discuss hypothetical offseason trade scenarios involving four players: Chris Paul, Victor Oladipo, Jrue Holiday and Bradley Beal.
2020 ScheduleAll times ET
2020 Schedule
44-28, 2nd in Northwest
- 2/25W 124-122
- 2/27W 112-108
- 2/28L 133-86
- 3/3L 109-94
- 3/4W 114-107
- 3/6W 126-103
- 3/8W 105-104
- 3/11PPD
- 8/1W 110-94
- 8/3L 121-113
- 8/5W 105-86
- 8/7L 121-92
- 8/9W 121-103
- 8/10L 128-101
- 8/12W 116-115
- 8/14L 107-103
- 8/18L 123-108
- 8/20L 111-98
- 8/22W 119-107
- 8/24W 117-114
- 8/26PPD
- 8/28PPD
- 8/29L 114-80
- 8/31W 104-100
- 9/2L 104-102
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NBA Power Rankings, way-too-early edition: What's next for Lakers, Heat and all 30 teams
The Lakers just won the title, but how is next season shaping up? Here's a way-too-early look at where the champs and all 30 teams stand ahead of 2020-21.
Williams: Clippers need Chris Paul
Jay Williams joined the show, and we have him #AskHal, discuss the NBA Finals and much more.
J&J: LeBron's Position In GOAT Conversation
Spend your afternoon with Jalen & Jacoby as the guys discuss LeBron’s legacy and his status in the GOAT conversation, the latest on NFL players testing positive for COVID-19 and Brady and the Bucs taking on the Bears tonight. Plus, Basketball Hall of Famer Spencer Haywood stops by the show.
Paul on sticking with Thunder: 'Just love to hoop'
Chris Paul dismissed the idea that sticking with the Thunder through a rebuild would be an issue, saying he just loves to hoop.
1st hour: Nuggets down 3-1, Chris Paul with HBCU week and much more.
Stephen A. and Max debate if there's a chance Nuggets can make a comeback again down 3-1 to the Lakers, Cowboys-Seahawks preview, and Chris Paul joins the show for HBCU Week,
Chris Paul speaks on communicating with his kids about social injustice (1:22)
Rachel Nichols, Chauncey Billups, Richard Jefferson and Zach Lowe react to the latest from the NBA playoffs in the bubble.
The panel reacts to Jamal Murray leading the Nuggets to their game three win over the Lakers in the WCF, previewing game four of the ECF, who has the mental edge between the Lakers and Nuggets, the Bulls hiring Billy Donovan as head coach, and the NBA's reaction to the Louisville court indicting one officer in the Breonna Taylor case.
Bulls officially hire Donovan as next head coach
The Chicago Bulls have hired former Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Billy Donovan as their next head coach, the team announced Tuesday.
Perkins says if Celtics lose Game 7, trade Kemba for CP3 (0:51)
ATH: Expanded March Madness Tournament
Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the ACC's strange NCAA Tournament proposition, if they believe Giannis Antetokounmpo will seek a trade from Milwaukee, what's next for Billy Donovan and much more.
First Take hour 2: how the Rockets can compete with the Lakers, are the Packers super bowl contenders and more!
Stephen A., Max, Ryan Clark and Kendrick Perkins debate how the Rockets can compete with the Lakers how impressed we should be by the Heat and if the Packers are Super Bowl contenders.
Scott: The Yankees need a spark
The guys discuss another tough loss for the Yankees and how Billy Donovan leaving Oklahoma City could impact the Eastern Conference.
Scott: Giannis needs a leader
Alan thinks the Thunder and Billy Donovan parting ways will have a big impact on the Eastern Conference. Plus, Nets welcome head coach Steve Nash on Audio Files.
Is CP3 what Giannis needs in Milwaukee? (1:08)
What led to Donovan, OKC mutually parting ways? (1:04)
Donovan out as Thunder coach after 5 seasons
Coach Billy Donovan won't be returning to the Thunder next season, it was announced on Tuesday.
The Hoop Collective: Lakers Get Back On Track
Brian Windhorst, Bobby Marks and Royce Young break down Russell Westbrook's Game 2 shooting struggles and the Lakers' improved overall team effort. Plus, as Milwaukee's season hangs in the balance, the crew discusses the near future for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Matt Barrie breaks down his football game day routines (4:43)
PTI: Steve Nash Hired In Brooklyn
Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the hiring of Steve Nash, the Rockets' advancing past the Thunder, Leonard Fournette signing with the Buccaneers and Milwaukee's 2-0 deficit to Miami. Plus, a tribute to the late Tom Seaver.
ATH: Crazy Endings
Tony Reali and the national panel discuss unbelievable endings to Thunder-Rockets and Bucks-Heat. Plus, they break down Brooklyn's surprise hiring of Steve Nash and tonight's Raptors-Celtics matchup.
HQ: Did The Refs Ruin The Heat's Win?
Elle, Mina and Bomani question if James Harden still choked last night and if the refs ruined the Heat’s win over the Bucks.
First Take hour 1: Nets hire Steve Nash to be their next head coach, James harden comes up big in game 7 with defense and more!
Stephen A, and Max debate if Steve Nash was a good hire for the Nets, how we should feel about the Rockets and if the Buccaneers are more likely to make the Super Bowl or miss the playoffs.
2020 Northwest Standings Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | 46 | 27 | .630 | - | L3 |
| Oklahoma City | 44 | 28 | .611 | 1.5 | L1 |
| Utah | 44 | 28 | .611 | 1.5 | W1 |
| Portland | 35 | 39 | .473 | 11.5 | W3 |
| Minnesota | 19 | 45 | .297 | 22.5 | L3 |
2019-20 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game110.421st
Rebounds Per Game42.923rd
Assists Per Game21.728th
Points Allowed108.47th
2020 Draft Picks
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 49 | 33 | .598 |
| 2017-18 | 48 | 34 | .585 |
| 2016-17 | 47 | 35 | .573 |
| 2015-16 | 55 | 27 | .671 |