Thik & Thin Hoops

Thik & Thin Hoops: NBA Playoffs Preview - dissecting each Western Conference and Eastern Conference matchup

On this week’s episode, the guys kick things off by breaking down the recent play-in games and discussing the uncertain futures of the Sacramento Kings and Chicago Bulls. Then, they’re joined by friend of the pod Ankit Oswal to preview the Western Conference playoff matchups, diving into each series in detail (17:32). Later, friend of the pod Vikram Vaidyanathan joins the show to help preview the Eastern Conference matchups with a full breakdown of each series (59:08).

Thik & Thin Hoops: Breaking down the Western Conference playoff teams, All-NBA and Awards selections

On this week's two-part episode, the guys are first joined by friend of the pod Nehal Patel to break down the Western Conference playoff teams. They talk about strengths and weaknesses of each team, and potential X-factors that will determine how far they can go. Then, they are joined by friend of the pod Mohit Vasudeva to discuss their selections for end of the season awards, including All-NBA, MVP, ROTY, COTY, and more (54:08).

Thik & Thin Hoops: Wizards Talk with WaPo Reporter Varun Shankar & NBA Power Poll

On this week's episode, the guys are joined by Washington Post's Wizards Reporter Varun Shankar. They talk about his background in basketball journalism and how he landed at the Post (1:37), his typical game day routine (08:12), thoughts on the Wizards roster and direction as a franchise (13:10), and wrap with his thoughts on the broader NBA landscape and who he's picking to win the Finals (29:13). Then, they go through Nithin's power poll of all 30 NBA teams and debate where teams should stand (35:58).

 

Thik & Thin Hoops: Mavericks' season from hell continues, 3 Up and 3 Down - including Lakers, Warriors, Magic, Clippers, and more

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the season from hell for the Dallas Mavericks after the Kyrie injury news. They then go into 3 teams trending up and 3 teams trending down heading into the final stretch - including the Lakers (21:15), Warriors (32:15), Pistons (40:37), Magic (51:26), Suns (59:00), and Clippers (1:01:25).

Thik & Thin Hoops: Recapping a disappointing All-Star weekend and recalibrating expectations, top teams and storylines to watch post ASG

On this week's episode, the guys react to a disappointing All-Star weekend overall, due to the lack of star power, actual basketball, and over-commercialization. They discuss what the NBA can do or if they should even do anything to save the event. Then, the discuss some of their favorite storylines post All Star break, including how the Mavs and Warriors will fare in the West play-in race, will the Celtics be unbeatable again, the Nuggets' rejuvenated title chances, and more.

Thik & Thin Hoops: Trade Deadline reactions including Fox to Spurs, Butler to the Warriors, Ingram to the Raptors, and more

On this week's episode, the guys open with a quick discussion on the Eagles' Super Bowl victory over the Chiefs. They then dive into all the big transactions that happened at the trade deadline, evaluating the return for both teams. They discuss Fox to the Spurs, Butler to the Warriors, Ingram to the Raptors, Hunter to the Cavs, and more.

Thik & Thin Hoops: Mavs make a blockbuster trade sending Luka Doncic to the Lakers

On this week's episode, the guys dive into the trade that shook the NBA: Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis and a first round pick. They break down why the Mavs possibly did this, the fact that no other teams got to bid, and what to make of both teams moving forward.

Thik & Thin Hoops: Commanders advance to NFC title game, East and West All Star Team Picks, Suns Jazz trade

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the Commanders' stunning victory over the Lions, earning them a berth in the NFC Conference Championship. They then go over their selections for the NBA All Star rosters, including locks, borderline makes, and honorable mentions (20:52). Last, they touch on the unique Suns Jazz trade (01:00:59).

Thik & Thin Hoops: Commanders' magical run continues, live observations on Jazz Hornets, unexpected seasons from Pistons and Clippers

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the Commanders narrowly beating the Bucs to advance to the divisional round of the playoffs. They then discuss Nithin's recent visit to Utah and the Jazz Hornets game he attended, and interesting observations he made (16:38). Finally, they wrap up with a deep dive into two teams that have been overperforming expectations this year in the Pistons (29:52) and Clippers (40:02).

Thik & Thin Hoops: Bucs Commanders Playoff Preview, Cavs and Thunder continue to dominate, tightening West playoff race

On this week's episode, the guys open with a little football talk to preview the upcoming playoff matchup between their favorite football teams, the Commanders and Bucs. Then then dive into the recent win streaks by both the Cavs and Thunder, which culminated in an entertaining game between the two. Finally, they bounce around the league, including discussing the tightening west playoff race.