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Thik & Thin Hoops

Karthik Muralidharan

Podcast between friends discussing the latest news and notes from the NBA world

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01:00:46

Thik & Thin Hoops: Recapping a disappointing All-Star...

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2025/02/20

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.

01:10:15

Thik & Thin Hoops: Trade Deadline reactions including...

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2025/02/12

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.

01:00:06

Thik & Thin Hoops: Mavs make a blockbuster trade...

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2025/02/03

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.

01:09:15

Thik & Thin Hoops: Commanders advance to NFC title...

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2025/01/22

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).

47:41

Thik & Thin Hoops: Commanders' magical run continues,...

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2025/01/17

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).

01:09:18

Thik & Thin Hoops: Bucs Commanders Playoff Preview,...

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2025/01/09

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.

01:19:42

Thik & Thin Hoops: Disappointing Kings fire Mike...

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2025/01/03

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the King's surprising firing of Mike Brown and what their outlook looks like moving forward. They talk about the rumors surrounding De'Aaron Fox and where he might be potentially moved if the Kings blow things up. Then, they move out East to discuss Jimmy's recent trade request and what the Heat should do (27:58). Finally, they wrap by sharing their New Years resolutions for 2025, including watching more East basketball, appreciating the Cavs and

59:00

Thik & Thin Hoops: Bucks win the NBA Cup, explaining...

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2024/12/19

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the Milwaukee Bucks beating the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup. They talk about what this means for both teams moving forward, and their thoughts on year 2 of the in-season tournament. They then talk about all the discourse surrounding NBA ratings, and their interpretation of it (30:54). Last, they talk about some of the top teams names on the trade market, including Jimmy Butler, Cam Johnson, and the Atlanta Hawks (46:24).

01:22:35

Thik & Thin Hoops: Tiers of the Western and Eastern...

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2024/12/05

On this week's episode, the guys break out each conference into individual tiers and provide their rationale for the groupings. Each tier is compared to a current NFL quarterback.

55:35

Thik & Thin Hoops: Injuries plague the league, Cavs...

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2024/11/14

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the rash of injuries across the league and what could be contributing factors (2:57). They then dive into other topics around the league:Cavs' 13-0 start (15:25) Pacers and Haliburton off to a rocky start (21:40) Timberwolves slow out the gate (27:30) 3-point shooting on the rise again (32:32) Warriors continue to impress (40:52) Rockets surging (49:05) Other notable players and teams (52:52)

56:25

Thik & Thin Hoops: Early season overreactions...

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2024/11/01

On this week's episode, the guys take turns listing potential overreactions from the first week of the season and whether they see any validity to them or not, including:Paolo Banchero's rise (03:08) Warriors hot start (08:40) Is Wemby being figured out (17:54) Are the Bucks cooked (13:04) Nuggets struggles (21:54) Are the Lakers title contenders (27:58) Boston's hot shooting (34:12) Can Memphis return to past heights (37:25) Tyrese Haliburton isn't who we thought he is (41:47) Fun and surprising

46:10

Thik & Thin Hoops: 2024-2025 Season Preview Part 2 -...

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2024/10/22

On Part 2 of this week's episode, the guys preview the Western Conference and give you their team by team over/under predictions and locks.

01:03:53

Thik & Thin Hoops: 2024-2025 Season Preview Part 1 -...

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2024/10/22

On Part 1 of this week's episode, the guys preview the Eastern Conference and give you their team by team over/under predictions and locks.

53:55

Thik & Thin Hoops: Reactions to KAT trade to the...

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2024/10/07

On this week's episode, the guys draft their most intriguing teams for the 2025-2026 teams, starting with the Knicks and their reactions to the KAT trade. They then delve into the Grizzlies with the return of Ja, the Kings with the addition of DeRozan, the Mavs with the addition of Klay, the Magic with another year of growth, and more.

54:22

Thik & Thin Hoops: Team USA wins the Gold, potential...

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2024/08/14

On this week's episode, the guys recap Olympics basketball and Team USA winning the gold. They discuss potentially seeing Lebron, KD, and Steph on the global stage for the last time, and what we should appreciate about what we saw this summer. Then then go into a number of tangential topics including the Tatum playing time controversy, who outperformed and underperformed, and what 2028 will potentially look like.

01:15:53

Thik & Thin Hoops: 2nd apron ramifications, free...

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2024/07/12

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing some of the ramifications of the 2nd apron and how its affecting teams (03:26). They then go through winners and losers of free agency, including the Sixers (21:41), Clippers (34:10), Warriors (39:43), Bulls (47:43), Mavericks (49:48), Heat (53:20), Kings (58:15), and more. They wrap up discussing their thoughts on team USA (01:06:32).

01:10:41

Thik & Thin Hoops: Bridges and Caruso trade...

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2024/06/28

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the Nets trading Mikal Bridges to the Knicks (02:55) and the Bulls trading Alex Caruso to the Thunder for Josh Giddey (14:17). They then discuss the top 10 picks of the draft and who they thought came out as winners and losers (21:02). Next, they cover the back half of the draft, including the Lakers stealing Dalton Knecht (40:52) and nabbing Bronny in the second round with pick 55 (47:54). Finally, they wrap with some thoughts on the upcoming free

39:00

Thik & Thin Hoops: The Boston Celtics are your 2024...

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2024/06/20

On this week's episode, the guys discuss the Celtics beating the Mavs in 5 games to claim the NBA Championship. They talk about the windy path it took to get here, what is in store for the team moving forward, the narrative around the Js (13:38), what Dallas will or should do after a humbling loss (25:16), and more.

52:40

Thik & Thin Hoops: Celtics take commanding 2-0 Finals...

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2024/06/11

On this week's episode, the guys discuss the Celtics' commanding 2-0 start to the Finals and whether Dallas has a shot to get back into the series. They talk about Kyrie's poor performances, Boston's suffocating defense, Luka's one man carry job, Tatum's struggles, and more. They wrap by discussing Dan Hurley turning down the Lakers job.

01:13:48

Thik & Thin Hoops: Mavs Celtics Finals Preview - most...

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2024/06/05

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the most intriguing storylines of the NBA Finals, including Kyrie's return to Boston, the Jays potentially breaking through, Luka's legacy, and more (4:45). They then talk about key matchups when the Celtics are on offense, and how the Celtics look to exploit weaknesses in the Mavs defense and put stress on them with 3 point shooting (31:58). They move over to the Mavs on offense, where Luka and Kyrie face a much stiffer test than the previous 3

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