Episode #4
Opening Night Debrief
Oct 22, 202628 minS7
I was so excited to do this episode but the games all stunk! That's ok - some interesting things still happened, including my favorites: a Ty Jerome masterclass and a Yaxel/Luka BEEF
About this Podcast:
Enjoy the NBA, but tired of boring analytics and stats? Plug in your headphones because these three fiends care a lot about basketball, and aren’t afraid to show it by getting kicked out of a bar or picking a fight with a 16 year old about who the coolest player in the NBA is. And the best part…they'll share whatever they're feeling (no matter how controversial) with an abysmal hot take or opinion. Tag along for the journey with these three fiends to enjoy the NBA in a brand new way. Subscribe to the “Football Fiends” for our NFL related content available now on Apple & Spotify!
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What is Hoop Fiends about?
Enjoy the NBA, but tired of boring analytics and stats? Plug in your headphones because these three fiends care a lot about basketball, and aren’t afraid to show it by getting kicked out of a bar or picking a fight with a 16 year old about who the coolest player in the NBA is.
What has Hoop Fiends covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Opening Night Debrief" (22 October 2026, 28 minutes), "2026-27 Season Preview - Heroes & Villains Update and Futures Predictions (Part 3)" (20 October 2026, 33 minutes), and "2026-2027 Season Preview - The West (Part 2)" (20 October 2026, 68 minutes).
How often does Hoop Fiends publish?
Hoop Fiends publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 70 minutes across 168 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Hoop Fiends?
Booking probability for Hoop Fiends is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Hoop Fiends requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Hoop Fiends's contact route on record: public web form.
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Hoop Fiends is a sports podcast with 168 episodes published.
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Oct 20, 202633 minS7SEASON 7 of the Hoop Fiends has arrived! In part three of our mega season preview, Steve closes things out with the much-anticipated update to our Heroes and Villains lists, and gives some awards and futures predictions...
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Oct 20, 20261h 25mS7SEASON 7 of the Hoop Fiends has arrived! In part one of our mega season preview, the Fiends answer one lingering question about every (and I mean EVERY) team in the east, giving predictions on the upcoming season. And...
Episode #31
Mega Offseason Recap (Season 6 Finale)
Sep 5, 20261h 13mS6Jake G League joins the show to give a final recap of the crazy NBA offseason. We discuss LeBron to the 6ers, Kawhi/Clippers Punishments, LaMelo/Ja trades, and so much more. What a season it was, see you all again in a...
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Jun 25, 20262h 3mS6We've got a long one but last one for a while so make it last! Josh House (I mean Heh) joins the show to talk Wizards, AJ and Trae. Then, Knicks_Russo and Herrick talk their Knicks journeys and what it means to be a...
Episode #28
THE NEW YORK KNICKS ARE NBA CHAMPIONS
Jun 22, 20261h 20mS6WHO LET THE DAWGS OUT??? After an incredible week of celebration, the Fiends hop on the pod to talk about Game 5, the celebration after the win, and the parade. IS THIS REAL LIFE???? WE DID IT!!!!!
Episode #27
THE GREATEST COMEBACK IN FINALS HISTORY
Jun 13, 20261h 21mS6OGUGUA ANUNOBY, YOU ARE A LEGEND! I also love Jose Alvarado, Mike Brown, Jalen Brunson, Taylor Swift, and Larry David.
Episode #26
The Cookie Alliance Episode with Corey Grip
Jun 8, 20261h 11mS6The Gripster joins the show to discuss the origins of the OKC Grippy Curse and Cookie Alliance formation, before reacting to epic Knicks and Knights wins. Be sure to listen to the whole episode for a quick Duke and...
Jun 3, 20261h 8mS6Jake G League joins the show to discuss the demise of "one of the greatest NBA teams of all time." We discuss the Chet disappearance, Dags' rotations, SGA's series, the Grippy Curse, and the Cookie alliance, and how it...
Episode #23
THE KNICKS ARE EASTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS
May 26, 202637 minS6History has been made in NY, but the job is not finished. 4 more wins to go.
May 20, 20261 hourS6EMERGENCY POD!!!! Impossible to sit and watch the NBA action the past two nights and not give it a proper reaction. Steve breaks down EPIC game one's of the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, and then is joined by...
May 19, 20261h 20mS6The final four is set! The Fiends check in and explore the end of the season for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons, including the questions they must answer this off-season. Then, they preview the...
Episode #20
Is KAT the new Jokic?
May 13, 20261h 26mS6The Knicks sweep the 6ers, and Spurs/Wolves & Cavs/Pistons are getting reeeeaaaaal interesting.
Episode #19
Round One Done, Round Two Here
May 5, 20261h 27mS6Steve & Riley break down all three game 7s, including a Philly upset over Boston, and preview all four series in the semifinals.
May 1, 202638 minS6Round one has just been too good...Steve hits the voice memos button and records an impromptu episode with Jake G League to set the table for some big game sixes and sevens, as well as belittling the Nuggets
Episode #16
Round One Check-In
Apr 28, 20261h 43mS6After a rocky start, round one has delivered. We have some of the more shocking, embarrassing, and cool storylines of a first round of the nba playoffs since this podcast started. Fun times!
Episode #15
2026 Playoff Preview
Apr 17, 20261h 32mS6The Fiends keep fiending, coming together to preview each upcoming opening round playoff series and make their official predictions as well as finals picks.
Episode #9
All-NBA Draft
Apr 14, 20261h 19mS6Steve and Riley are joined by Jake G-League, and each Fiend drafts an All-NBA First Team, disregarding Silver's 65-game rule.
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