Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst’s podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst’s “The Hoop Collective” podcast.
Thunder remain championship faves; Nuggets, Spurs, Knicks, Rockets next
The Oklahoma City Thunder remain the big favorites to repeat as champions, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic the two leaders in the MVP race.
Sources: Kuminga demands trade from Warriors
Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga has demanded a trade away from Golden State, league sources tell ESPN.
Party like ’99? Three reasons for — and three against — New York winning the East
Nearly halfway through the season, do the Knicks look any closer to reaching the Finals for the first time in 26 years?
Young (MCL, quad) still out through All-Star break
New Washington Wizards star Trae Young is still recovering from MCL and quad injuries on his right leg and will be reevaluated after the mid-February All-Star break, coach Brian Keefe said Wednesday.
Updated 2026 NBA mock draft: Which new names enter the first round?
Which new names enter Jeremy Woo’s updated 2026 NBA mock draft and who slid into the top 30 picks or out of the first round?
One trade-worthy player on each NBA team: Morant, Kuminga and more players to watch
With the NBA trade deadline looming, we evaluated the players most likely to get dealt — and why their roster status is precarious.
Meet ‘Dillon the villain’: The NBA’s biggest antagonist beloved by teammates
Dillon Brooks felt unwanted in Memphis, but was beloved in Houston and has the Suns overachieving this season.
Don’t be surprised if … Kon Knueppel leads the league in 3s made
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Kon Knueppel, Trae Young, Jalen Johnson and more.
Fast break: Porter Jr.’s trade window, Daniels’ poor shooting from 3 and more
A look around the league reveals the latest trends, from Michael Porter Jr.’s high usage and heavy trade interest to Dyson Daniels’ 3-point struggles and more.
