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Hoopsology's 2023 WNBA Season Preview with Lyndsey D'Arcangelo

In this edition of Hoopsology Matt and Justin chat with Lyndsey D'Arcangelo of The Athletic to preview the current WNBA season. We get Lyndsey's insight into the strong viewership of the league, Brittney Griner's return, her dark horse favorite to win MVP, and more. Please email your questions to [email protected] and follow us on all social media platforms for our latest shows. Also, Su...

Hoopsology's In The Lab: An Early NBA Finals Preview

In this edition of Hoopsology's In The Lab, Matt Thomas and Justin Goodrum give an extremely early preview of the NBA Finals. We also breakdown the Spurs winning the NBA Draft Lottery, the future of the Lakers, should the Celtics panic if they lose in the Eastern Conference Finals, and more. Please email your questions to [email protected] and follow us on all social media platforms for ...

Behind the Scenes with Inside The NBA with Morgan Allison

In this edition of Hoopsology Matt and Justin chat with the Associate Producer for Bleacher Report Morgan Allison. Morgan also has extensive experience working on Inside the NBA. And she gives her first-hand accounts working with the best basketball show on TV. We also get her stories about Ernie, Kenny, Shaq, and Charles, popular segments, and more. You can email the show at hoopsologypod@gmai...

Inside the Corrupt Business Side of College Sports with Merl Code

In this edition of Hoopsology, Matt and Justin welcome the author of Black Market: An Insider's Journey into the High-Stakes World of College Basketball, Merl Code. Merl is a former college basketball player and Executive at Nike and he details his journey through the world of the business of college sports. We also get his thoughts on the rise of NIL. You can email the show at hoopsologypod@g...

2023 NBA Conference Finals Preview and Predictions

In this episode of Hoopsology, Matt discusses the fallout from the Conference Semifinals for the Phoenix Suns, Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State Warriors, and New York Knicks. 2023 promises to be a busy offseason for many of the title contenders! Then he evaluates advantages and disadvantages for the Eastern and Western Conference Finals match ups and makes series predictions. Can the Nuggets ...

Hoopsology's ITL: Second-Round Playoff Surprises

In this edition of Hoopsology's In The Lab, Matt and Justin are giving their thoughts on a surprising second round of the NBA playoffs. Can the Celtics, Warriors, Knicks, and Suns make a comeback in their series or are they doomed for an early offseason? We also give our thoughts on potential matchups in the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. Please email your questions to hoopsologypod@gma...

Hoop Muses with Kate Fagan

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin welcomes the author of Hoop Muses, An Insider's Guide to pop culture and the Women's Game Kate Fagan. Fagan goes into detail regarding the creative process of creating the book and why basketball fans should pay attention and know more about the women's game. Please email your questions to [email protected] and follow us on all social media platforms ...

Hoopin' Around the World with Leigh Ellis

In this edition of Hoopsology, Matt and Justin welcome the former host of No Dunks Leigh Ellis. Leigh is embarking on a journey to play pickup basketball in 20 different cities and countries and we get his origin story regarding his passion for basketball. Please email your questions to [email protected] and follow us on all social media platforms for our latest shows. Also, Subscribe to...

The Brutal Honesty of Charles Barkley

In this edition of Hoopsology, we welcome the staff writer and editor for The Washington Post the author of Barkley which is the definitive biography of Charles Barkley, Tim Bella. Bella goes into detail about the creative process of creating the book around Barkley and the origin of why he is one of the most compelling figures in sports media. Please email your questions to hoopsologypod@gma...

First Round Surprises and Pacers' PA Announcer Troy Pepper

In this edition of Hoopsology In the Lab, Justin and Matt give their impressions of a great first round of the NBA Playoffs. Then Matt gives a rundown of the NBA regular season awards and he gives his thoughts on the Houston Rockets hiring Ime Udoka. Then we welcome the Indiana Pacers Public Address Announcer Troy Pepper. Pepper talks about his journey to becoming the PA announcer for the Pacer...

Hall of Fame Clippers Broadcaster Ralph Lawler

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin Goodrum and Matt Thomas welcomes the former voice of the Los Angeles Clippers, Ralph Lawler to chat about his legendary announcing career. Lawler discusses his favorite basketball memories and gives his observations regarding what a title would mean to the Clippers fans and organize his thoughts on the 3-point shot has changed the current era of the NBA. Pl...

First Round Thoughts and Philadelphia Inquirer's Mike Sielski

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt go into the lab to give their early first-round impressions and then welcome Philadelphia Inquirer's Mike Sielski to discuss Kobe Bryant's legacy based on Mike's book "The Rise: Kobe Bryant and the Pursuit of Immortality. Mike also gives his thoughts on playoff expectations for the Sixers and he explains why Philly fans despise Ben Simmons. Please ...

DNVR's Brendan Vogt & Hoopsology's First-Round Playoff Preview

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt welcome back The DNVR's Brendan Vogt's to give his preview of the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Playoffs. We ask Brendan what happens if the Nuggets don't live up to expectations, the MVP race of Nikola Jokić, why Jamal Murray has the most at stake in the postseason. Then Matt and Justin hop into the lab with their first-round playoff predictions. Ple...

LeBron James' Greatness with Author Jeff Benedict

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt welcome the author of "LeBron" which is available now, Jeff Benedict. Jeff discusses the origin story of LeBron James' greatness, how LeBron deals with criticism, what he has in common with Tom Brady and Tiger Woods, and a lot more. Please email your questions to [email protected] and follow us on all social media platforms for our latest sho...

Hoopsology Spoiler Movie Review—AIR

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt give their spoiler review of the movie, AIR. The hosts were able to not only see the movie before it hit theaters but also attend the press conference for the film. What did the hosts think about the film not showing MJ's face or the number of comedians in the film, you'll have to listen to our review to find out. Please email your questions to hoo...

Barry Jacobs on First Black Basketball Players in the ACC and SEC

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt welcome author of the book, Across the Line: Tales of the First Black Basketball Players in the ACC and SEC, Barry Jacobs. Barry's book discusses the first black basketball players that played in the ACC and SEC and we get insight into his creative process for the book. The hosts also get his take regarding the rise of NIL in college sports. Pleas...

GOT YOUR NUMBER with ESPN's Mike Greenberg

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt welcome ESPN personality and author of the book GOT YOUR NUMBER, Mike Greenberg. Greenberg shares some of his basketball memories before he discusses the motivation for writing his book. We also discuss the evolution of sports debate. GOT YOUR NUMBER is available at your local bookstore. Please email your questions to [email protected] and fo...

ITL: Should NBA Athletes Be Able to Remove Fans From Games?

In this edition of Hoopsology's In the Lab, Matt and Justin discuss if players in the NBA should be able to kick fans out of games. We also discuss if Ja Morant has what it takes to take Memphis to the finals, who's the blame for the recent struggles of the Dallas Mavericks, but first, we talk about Matt's experience watching two of the best NBA teams go at it, with the Denver Nuggets and Milwau...

Why Athletic Trainers are vital to NBA Teams with Jeff Stotts

In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin welcomes back the owner and operator of InStreetClothes.com and the co-host of the InStreet Clothes podcast, Jeff Stotts. Stotts provides some in-depth analysis about how athletic trainers are critical to the well-being of NBA athletes. Jeff also talks about if Zion Williamson is destined to be injury prone and the evolution of the health of athletes within ...

Hoopsology ITL: Top 10 NBA Players in the League

In this edition of In The Lab with Hoopsology, in honor of the playoffs approaching Matt and Justin discuss their top players in the NBA right now. Which players will Matt and Justin disagree on? You'll have to tune in and find out. *Please note this podcast was recorded on March 16th.* Please email your questions to [email protected] and follow us on all social media platforms for our l...