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TALKIN’ TRUE HOOPS PODCAST

41 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratings

This is a sports podcast talking about NBA basketball featuring UCONN Students Robert Schlatter and Nick Paravalos. It is a weekly podcast discussing ongoing and recent news revolving around the NBA. Whether it’s about players, teams, or any sort of news revolving around the NBA. We’ve got hot takes about on big time news when it comes to the NBA and we’re not afraid to speak the truth! That’s why we call it Talkin’ TRUE Hoops!

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Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 40: NBA Playoffs Preview and March Madness Recap

April 12, 2019 22:30 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MB

We’re back to discuss the upcoming NBA Playoffs on Saturday, talk the Lakers disaster, NCAA basketball, the draft, and much much more! Be sure to hit the subscribe button and leave us a review!

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 39: Anthony Davis Demands a Trade, Victor Oladipo, All-Star Starters

January 31, 2019 14:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

It’s been a while but we are back with another TTH podcast. This episode we discuss Anthony Davis telling the Pelicans he wants out, Victor Oladipo’s knee surgery, the All-Star starters, injuries, and more rumors. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on social media @talkintruehoops!

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 38: Kevin Durant Already Out of Golden State? Rockets and Wizards Stink, Sixers Looking Good, and Celtics Struggles

November 30, 2018 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.38-Edited.mp3 We are back with a 🔥 episode of the TTH podcast! This time Rob and Nick discuss the animosity in Golden State between Draymond Green and Kevin Durant. Will it force KD to leave? And they also talk about the Rockets, Wizards, and Celtics struggles; can they bounce back? Also, the addition of Jimmy Butler has […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 37: Jimmy Butler Traded, Carmelo Anthony Rumors, and Duke’s Dominance

November 19, 2018 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.37Audio.mp3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ED3H2k3tuws Jimmy Butler is headed to the City of Brotherly Love! And we’re here to break down how this move will shape up for the Sixers and how it will help them. We also talk more Carmelo Anthony drama, the Lakers struggles, and college basketball. Be sure to subscribe and leave us a rate […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 36: NBA 2018 Offseason Recap

August 04, 2018 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.36.mp3 It’s our final episode to the first season of the Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast and we’ve got a great episode for you guys! Alot has happened this offseason; LeBron to the Lakers, Demarcus Cousins to the Pelicans, Kawhi to Toronto, and More! We’re here to cover it all in this recap podcast. As always […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast: NBA Mock Draft 2018

June 14, 2018 17:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.36-MockDraft2018.mp3 Rob and Nick are excited to bring you their official 2018 NBA Mock Draft for picks 1-30! They give you their opinions and breakdowns for each player they have going in the first round and how it will impact the team that is selecting them. Be sure to either listen to the full podcast […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 35: Warriors Win the Finals, Summer of LeBron, and Does Kyrie Irving Want Out of Boston?

June 12, 2018 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.35.mp3 Well, that’s it for the 2017-2018 NBA season. The Warriors win their second straight Finals and their third in four years. But now we shift to the off-season! Ton’s of moves to discuss! The biggest being LeBron James. Rob and Nick give you their predictions for where he will end up next season as […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 34: NBA Finals-J.R Smith’s All-Time Screw Up, LeBron’s Greatness, Warriors Dominance, Sixers Twitter Burner Accounts, and Ben Simmons Dating Kendall Jenner

June 06, 2018 21:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.34.mp3 We are two games into the NBA Finals and we’ve got a ton to talk about! J.R makes a huge mistake, LeBron’s finals legacy, bad calls, and the Warriors greatness. We also dissect the Bryan Colangelo Sixers Twitter burner accounts, Pistons coaching search, and much, much more! Be sure to subscribe and follow @talkintruehoops […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 33: NBA Finals Warriors vs Cavaliers Preview, Interview with Carmelo Anthony/Kyle Korver Beef Creator, and ALL-NBA Teams Released

May 29, 2018 14:30 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.33.mp3 Action packed episode this week! The Finals are finally here and Rob and Nick preview what will happen in the again in the rematch between the Warriors and the Cavaliers. We also have an interview with Instagram account All.NBA.Riddles who was the creator of some beef online with Carmelo Anthony commenting on his post […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 32: Celtics Taking Control Over Cleveland, Warriors Steal a Game from Houston, NBA Draft Lottery, and Legal Sports Gambling

May 19, 2018 10:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.32.mp3 So far the NBA Conference Finals have been great! The Celtics surprisingly take a 2-0 lead on the Cavaliers and the Warriors steal a game in H-Town to tie the series at 1-1. Nick and Rob discuss where these series will head as well as some reaction to the Draft Lottery, the legalization of […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 31: NBA Conference Finals Preview, What’s Next for Toronto? Stan Van Gundy Fired, and the Draft Lottery

May 12, 2018 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

https://24b9eb400710dac81e8d-597f4ed4ea6895a41e2bd2978eb66730.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/talkn_tru_huups/Ep.31.mp3 The Conference Finals are set. Cleveland v Boston and Golden State v Houston! Rob and Nick preview the series and predict which teams will meet in the Finals. They also discuss some of the other news from the past week such as the firing of Stan Van Gundy in Detroit and they talk about […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 30: Raptors Playoff Struggles Continue, Exciting Rockets vs Jazz, Warriors Still Dominant, Are the Sixers Not That Good? Drake vs Kendrick Perkins

May 05, 2018 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Playoffs are continuing with some great storylines and we are here to cover them. Nick and Rob discuss and debate over the four current playoff series underway and tell you who we believe will advance to the conference finals as of now. They also give their thoughts on the off the court drama like the […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 29: NBA Playoffs, Pelicans Sweep, Cavaliers Holding On, Rockets and Warriors Dominate, Raptors Choking? Meek Mill Free and Back With the Sixers, and More!

April 28, 2018 16:04 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

Rob and Nick continue to discuss these extremely entertaining NBA Playoffs discussing all the storylines! Pelicans sweep the Blazers, Warriors and Rockets look dominant, Cavs pulling away from Indiana, Jazz and OKC, Toronto and Washington, and Meek Mill back supporting the Sixers! Another fantastic episode to listen to this week! So be sure to subscribe […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 28: Round One of NBA Playoffs-Cavaliers in Trouble? Vintage Dwyane Wade, Donovan Mitchell Beast Mode, Playoff Rondo, and Knicks Head Coaching Search

April 21, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Action packed episode this week! NBA Playoffs have started off with a bang. Tons of storylines! Will the Cavs get out of the Eastern Conference? Is Dwyane Wade going to be enough to carry the Heat over the Sixers? Huge games by Donovan Mitchell, “Playoff Rondo” is back along with “Playoff Jrue” for the Pelicans, […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 27: NBA Playoffs Preview, Final Predictions for NBA Awards, Donovan Mitchell vs Ben Simmons, and the Tristan Thompson Scandal.

April 13, 2018 12:25 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

The NBA postseason begins on Saturday so Rob and Nick are here to provide some insight to how the first round matchups will end up going. They also provide their final predictions for who will win the MVP, DPOY, ROY, 6th Man of the Year, Coach of the Year, and All-NBA teams. Also we talk […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 26: Villanova Wins National Championship, 2018 Hall of Fame Class Announced, Joel Embiid Out, and This Week’s Recap

April 07, 2018 16:23 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Villanova takes home yet another National Championship courtesy of Donte DiVincenzo! Rob and Nick recap the game, discuss Ray Allen and the rest of the 2018 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class, Joel Embiid’s injury and his love affair with Rihanna, and a recap of the past weeks basketball news. Subscribe for all TTH content […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 25: Final Four in San Antonio, NBA Playoffs, Steph and Kyrie Out, and Last Week of Fantasy Basketball

March 31, 2018 04:21 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

The Final Four is set! Kansas, Villanova, Loyola Chicago, and Michigan. Rob and Nick discuss who they believe will win, as well as talk about the NBA Postseason as it inches closer. The impact of the Kyrie and Steph injuries, and Nick gives you his last picks for the Fantasy Basketball Studs and Bums of […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 24: March Madness, Dan Hurley to UConn, Golden State Big 4 Injured, Kyrie Irving, and Return of Studs and Bums

March 23, 2018 02:42 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

March Madness was crazy as always! Rob and Nick React to the first weekend of games, talk about the Dan Hurley hire at UConn, the Warriors and Celtics injury troubles, and the return of fantasy studs and bums of the week! Be sure to subscribe for more March Madness and NBA news, and give us […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 23: March Madness 2018 Special

March 13, 2018 20:31 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

It’s March and you know what that means! College Basketball! Rob and Nick give there reaction of the brackets right after Selection Sunday and discuss who got left out. Break Down each region and which teams will represent them, big time storylines heading into the tournament, NBA prospects that they will be watching, and their […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 22: Paul Millsap Returns, James Harden’s Championship Expectations, Zaza Pachulia Back at it, NBA Officiating, and More Fantasy.

March 07, 2018 19:51 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

A couple of GREAT rants this week. Rob debates why the Rockets are over-hyped and Nick discusses why the NBA and the officials are ruining the league and basketball as a whole. We also talk Paul Millsap’s impact back with the Nuggets in their playoff push, fantasy basketball playoffs, and why Zaza Pachulia is a […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 21: Kawhi Leonard Possibly Out for the Year? FBI NCAA Investigation, Rick Pitino, Mark Cuban and the Mavericks, More Studs and Bums, Big Man on Campus, and New Segment!

March 01, 2018 17:09 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

Action packed episode this week!!!! Alot has happened this week in the NBA and college basketball. Kawhi may be out for the year, the huge NCAA investigation, Rick Pitino drama, Mark Cuban and the messy Mavericks situation, and much more! We also debut a brand new segment in this episode. Be sure to subscribe to […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 20: Mid-Season Awards, Storylines for the Second Half, Updated Power Rankings, Fantasy Studs and Bums of the First Half, and More College Basketball.

February 20, 2018 14:16 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MB

We’re at the All-Star Break and it’s time to reflect on the first half. We give out our mid-season awards. Look at intriguing storylines after the break. We give our updated power-rankings, fantasy studs and bums of the first half, and our weekly Big Man on Campus! Be sure like always to subscribe and to […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 19: CRAZY TRADE DEADLINE! Cavaliers Trade Basically Everyone, Wade Back to Miami, Kristaps Porzingis Torn ACL, More Fantasy, and St. Johns New Cinderella?

February 12, 2018 03:20 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

This year’s deadline was crazy! We talk about Isaiah Thomas to the Lakers and how Jordan Clarkson and Larry Nance will help Cleveland and all the rest of the moves! Will Wade going back to Miami help the Heat? Rob continues to discuss why Porzingis is not the main man in New York. Nick gives […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 18: LeBron to Golden State Rumors, More Trade News, All Star Saturday Night, Return of Fantasy Studs and Bums, and BMOC!

February 06, 2018 15:27 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

So the rumors came out the past week of LeBron possibly going to Golden State. Rob and Nick give their hot takes on why this is extremely far fetched. They also discuss up to date trade rumors before Thursday’s deadline, the All Star Saturday Night competitions, and they return this week with their Fantasy Studs […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 17: Trade Deadline Special! Blake Griffin off to Detroit, Lou Williams and DeAndre Jordan, Cavaliers, Kawhi Leonard Rumors, and More!

February 02, 2018 17:47 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

The trades in the NBA have already begun! Blake Griffin got traded off to the Pistons in a huge deal, and Rob and Nick discuss the impacts of that trade and all the other spicy rumors that are going around! What will the Clippers do with Lou Williams and DeAndre Jordan? Will the Cavaliers make […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 16: Kemba Walker on the Trade Block, All-Star’s Announced, Zion Williamson to Duke, and Jason Kidd Fired.

January 24, 2018 21:58 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

UConn’s own Kemba Walker is now on the trade block! Rob and Nick give their opinions on where he may go, whether or not the All-Star choices were correct, dunking phenom Zion Williamson’s commitment to Duke, and why Jason Kidd got fired. As well as of course, Nick’s fantasy stud’s and bum’s of the week, […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 15: 2018 NBA All Star Voting, Miami Heat Rolling, Fake Fight Between Clippers and Rockets, More Lavar, and a New Segment!

January 18, 2018 22:32 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

Another week of Talkin’ True Hoops! Rob and Nick discuss the All Star voting format and captains system. How well the Miami Heat are now playing, the terrible fight between the Clippers and Rockets from Monday, Lavar at it again, and we introduce a brand new College Basketball segment!!! Be sure, as always, to rate, […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 14: Isaiah Thomas Officially Back! Demar Derozan Playing Amazing. James Harden’s Hamstring, and Kristaps Porzingis Too Weak?

January 07, 2018 00:56 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

This week Rob and Nick discuss I.T’s official return against the Trail Blazers, Demar Derozan’s MVP-like play, James Harden’s injury, and Porzingis’s complaining about being the number one option. Nick also gives you some great Fantasy Stud’s and Bum’s of the week! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review, and to follow us on Twitter […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 13: NBA 2018 Players Hall of Fame Debate, Jordan vs LeBron, Blake Griffin, Steph Curry, and Isaiah Thomas’s Return, and the Chicago Bulls Streak

December 30, 2017 18:58 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

This episode we discuss the newly eligible class of hopeful Basketball Hall of Famers that includes Steve Nash, Jason Kidd, Grant Hill, Ray Allen, Richard Hamilton, and Chauncey Billups. There is also the endless debate that was stirred up by NBA great Scottie Pippen, debating who’s better; Michael Jordan or LeBron James.  As well as […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 12: NBA 2017 Christmas Day Game Preview and Each NBA Teams Wishlist

December 24, 2017 17:18 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MB

Rob and Nick discuss the day of games on Christmas including the Knicks vs Sixers, Cavaliers vs Warriors, Wizards vs Celtics, Rockets vs Thunder, and Timberwolves vs Lakers. All great games! We also run down a wishlist for each NBA franchise which they are hoping to get in the future! Subscribe to the podcast, rate […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 11: Kristaps Porzingis has Another Injury Issue, Gordon Hayward’s Status, Rudy Golbert Out, Fantasy, and More!

December 18, 2017 22:24 - 48 minutes - 44 MB

Kristaps Porzingis’s injury history gets bigger with his latest ankle issue, Gordon Hayward’s foot is getting better, Golbert has a PCL issue, and more fantasy basketball tips! Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @talkintruehoops as well!

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 10: Jahlil Okafor Traded to the Nets! Houston Rockets Playing Great, Steph Curry and Devin Booker Both Out.

December 13, 2017 22:32 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

Jah is finally free from the Sixers! We talk about the impact of the big move for Okafor to the Nets, how well that the Houston Rockets are playing, and what some of the big name players injuries means for the scope of the league. All great topics this week! Be sure to remember to […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 9: Carmelo Anthony to the Bench? Dwyane Wade 6th Man of the Year? Clippers Stink, and Victor Oladipo Playing Like an All-Star

December 06, 2017 01:34 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

We talk about the possible decision by the Thunder to send Melo to the bench and why it is pointless. Is Dwyane Wade the 6th Man of the Year so far, why the Clippers are so bad now (not even looking at their injuries), and why Victor Oladipo should be an All-Star this year. All […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 8: Derrick Rose Goes AWOL Again, DeAndre Jordan to the Cavaliers? Michael Porter Jr Out for the Year, and Star Injuries

November 28, 2017 19:28 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

On this episode we talk about how Derrick Rose leaves the Cavaliers to deal with his own personal issues, how DeAndre Jordan may be moving to Cleveland, the implications for the NBA draft after Michael Porter Jr’s back Injury, along with much more!! Please share, rate, and review the podcast, and be sure to follow […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 7: Kevin Durant and OKC Still Have Drama, Kawhi Leonard Injury Update, Celtics Winning Streak, and More Injuries

November 20, 2017 20:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

Kevin Durant trying to throw shade at his old team in Oklahoma City, Kawhi Leonard may not be ready to come back from injury just yet, the Celtics continue to win, and big time point guards are hitting the injury report. All topics Nick and Rob discuss this week on the Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast! […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 6: Eric Bledsoe to Milwaukee, LiAngelo Ball Arrested, LeBron vs The Knicks, OKC Struggles and More

November 14, 2017 20:13 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

Rob and Nick discuss the implications of the Eric Bledsoe trade, what LiAngelo Ball’s arrest means for his future, LeBron’s feud again with the Knicks, OKC early season struggles, and much more! Be sure to subscribe, rate, like, and share the podcast for more great content!

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 5: Draymond Green vs Mark Cuban, LeBron Upset, Jahlil Okafor Trade, and James Harden

November 08, 2017 01:31 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

Recapping Week 3 news in the NBA, addressing the Draymond Green vs Mark Cuban , LeBron and the Cavaliers still have struggles, can the Sixers trade Jahlil Okafor, and BIG performances by James Harden and Kristaps Porzingis over the weekend. Be sure to Subscribe for more content and share this podcast. We will be up […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 4: Cavaliers Struggle, Knicks Still Suck, David Stern Supports Weed, and Markelle Fultz

November 08, 2017 01:28 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

It’s been a rough beginning for the Cavaliers, don’t let the Knicks .500 record fool you, David Stern wants the league to stop weed restrictions and Markelle Fultz get injured early. All the topics and more that Rob and Nick discuss in this week’s edition of the Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast! Be sure to share, […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 3: Gordon Hayward Injured, Bledsoe Wants Out, Lonzo Ball Debut

November 08, 2017 01:23 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Rob and Nick recap the first week of NBA action discussing Gordon Hayward’s injury, Eric Bledsoe’s tweet, Joel Embiid’s playing time, Lonzo Ball, Jeremy Lin , and much more! Be sure to share, like, subscribe, and comment on this podcast! Help spread Talkin’ True Hoops around!

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 2: Fantasy Basketball 2017

November 08, 2017 01:21 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

NBA is about to start up and that means if you’re a fantasy basketball player, then fantasy season is upon us as well!!!! In this episode Rob and Nick give there opinions, tip, and tricks on how to maneuver your team for this season! Fantasy MVP candidates, ROY candidates, sleepers, risky picks, and alot more! […]

Talkin’ True Hoops Podcast Episode 1: 2017-2018 NBA Pre-Season Power Rankings

November 08, 2017 01:06 - 1 hour - 86 MB

Here are Rob and Nick’s 2017-2018 Power Rankings! If you’d like to skip ahead to your teams stage in the podcast you can click the respective links below. Please be sure to like, favorite, comment and share this episode and tune in for the next! #30- Magic: 1:31 #29- Suns: 5:40 #28- Nets: 9:28 #27- […]