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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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01:06:31

Thik & Thin Hoops: Grading teams based on their...

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2023/07/06

On this week's episode, the guys dive deep into some of the winners and losers of the offseason so far based on free agency, trades, and the draft.

01:02:26

Thik & Thin Hoops: Suns go all in by trading for...

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2023/06/22

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the Bradley Beal trade to the Suns and get Nithin's perspective as a long suffering Wizards fan. They discuss the implications for both teams, including how it changes Phoenix's title chances. Then, the guys break the news of the Porzingis-Jones-Smart trade live on the pod. Finally, they discuss what teams to pay attention to during the draft tomorrow and who might make some interesting moves.

01:10:05

Thik & Thin Hoops: Nuggets take commanding 3-1 lead...

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2023/06/12

On this week's episode, the guys discuss the Nuggets taking a stranglehold of the NBA Finals after winning game 4. They open with their thoughts on the Heat and their chances of survival, including thoughts on Jimmy's series so far and the contributions from their role players. They then talk about what has made the Nuggets so successful, including a performance by both Jokic and Murray. They wrap with thoughts on how far the Nuggets can potentially go these next few years, and whether there is

01:00:02

Thik & Thin Hoops: Heat pull off the upset in Game 7,...

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2023/05/31

On this week's episode, the guys open by recapping the Heat Celtics series and reflecting on just how improbable this postseason run has been for Miami. They then move on to Boston, where they discuss whether the Celtics can run it back with the same core or if bigger changes are needed. Finally, they dive deep into a preview of the NBA Finals between the Heat and Nuggets and make their predictions for the series.

53:55

Thik & Thin Hoops: Jokic and the Nuggets make the...

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2023/05/25

On this week's episode, the guys discuss the brilliance of Jokic, the revival of Jamal Murray, and the impressive run the Nuggets have made to the Finals. They then talk about the insane stretch Jimmy Butler has been on and how we will reflect on him as a player. They move on to what the Celtics do from here and whether they have a chance to come back in this series. They wrap up with a discussion around Lebron and his ambiguous comments about retirement.

01:19:29

Thik & Thin Hoops: Embiid and the Sixers choke again,...

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2023/05/16

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing another disappointing playoff exit for Embiid and the 76ers. They then touch on the dominance of Tatum and the Celtics when it matters, the resilient Heat, and what the Knicks do this offseason before diving into a preview of Celtics-Heat. Then out west, they talk about what might be the end of the Warriors, an earlier than expected exit by the Suns, and the impressive run by Lebron and co. before going into a preview of Lakers-Nuggets.

01:09:23

Thik & Thin Hoops: Warriors-Lakers Game 1 lives up to...

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2023/05/04

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing a highly entertaining game 1 between the Lakers and Warriors. They then dive into Nuggets Suns and what the Suns need to do to escape their early hole. They wrap up with both series out East, which are both tied 1-1 and are heading into pivotal Game 3s.

01:09:36

Thik & Thin Hoops: Warriors and Kings in a dogfight,...

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2023/04/25

On this week's episode, the guys recap what has been a surprising Round 1 of the playoffs so far. They first go deep into Warriors-Kings, the leap Fox has made, and whether the Kings can grind this series out. They then discuss Jimmy Butler's epic performance to carry the Heat to a 3-1 lead over the Bucks, and where it stands in the ranks of all time playoff performances. Finally, they talk about the defensive slugfest that is Cavs-Knicks before briefly touching on the remaining series'.

01:20:53

Thik & Thin Hoops: Thoughts on an entertaining...

Thik & Thin Hoops ·

2023/04/14

On this week's episode, the guys react to what has been an entertaining and competitive play-in tournament so far. They then dive deep into the first round matchups and provide their predictions.

01:12:50

Thik & Thin Hoops: 2022-2023 NBA Awards Selections,...

Thik & Thin Hoops ·

2023/04/07

On this week's episode, the guys go through their selections for MVP, DPOY, ROTY, 6MOTY, and more. They then share their All-NBA teams and who barely missed the cut. They wrap up with a discussion around some of items in the latest CBA.

01:06:50

Thik & Thin Hoops: Wild Wild West, struggling Mavs,...

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2023/03/29

On this week's episode, the guys first open by discussing the ongoing trend of load management across all teams. They then dive deep into the West playoff race, touching on the struggling Mavs and whether Luka deserves more criticism. They discuss the recently surging Wolves and what their future looks like before touching on some of the other teams at the bottom end of the bracket. They end with some of the ideal first round matchups they would like to see.

01:01:52

Thik & Thin Hoops: Breaking down the East playoff...

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2023/03/15

On this week's episode, the guys share one question and one reason for optimism for each of the top 10 Eastern Conference teams vying for the playoffs.

01:15:04

Thik & Thin Hoops: The heated Jokic MVP debate,...

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2023/03/09

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the current MVP race and the discourse surrounding Nikola Jokic. They then share one question and one reason for optimism for each of the top 10 Western Conference teams vying for the playoffs.

01:12:23

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

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2023/02/23

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the underwhelming All-Star weekend and which events can be saved or not. They then draft the top storylines heading into the second half of the season, including KD on the Suns, the race for Wembanyama, the playoff logjam in the west, and more.

56:36

Thik & Thin Hoops: Trade Deadline Reactions Part 2 -...

Thik & Thin Hoops ·

2023/02/10

On Part 2 of this week's episode, the guys react to Suns trading Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, and a slew of first round picks for Kevin Durant. They then discuss all the other major trades that happened near the deadline, and assessed which teams improved and what teams lost out by staying pat.

01:01:35

Thik & Thin Hoops: Trade Deadline Reactions Part 1 -...

Thik & Thin Hoops ·

2023/02/10

On Part 1 of this week's episode, the guys discuss Lebron breaking Kareem's all time scoring record and how to put his accolades in context. They then discuss the Mavs trading for Kyrie and what it means for their near term future. They wrap up by discussing some of the initial moves made before the deadline and what they anticipate moving forward.

01:12:45

Thik & Thin Hoops: Our 2023 All-Star selections,...

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2023/01/27

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing the hopeless state of the Washington Wizards and contrasting that with the recently surging Kings. They then reveal their 2023 East and West All-Star selections, going through their locks, likely-to-get-in, on-the-fringe, and snubbed players.

01:10:46

Thik & Thin Hoops: Donovan Mitchell’s incredible 71...

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2023/01/05

On this week's episode, the guys first open by discussing the Damar Hamlin incident on Monday Night Football. They then talk about Donovan Mitchell's 71 point explosion, and offer theories to why we are seeing so many incredible scoring performances this season. Last, they assess the panic meter for four teams that are struggling more than expected: the Wolves, Raptors, Suns, and Hawks.

01:13:52

Thik & Thin Hoops: NBA Power Poll

Thik & Thin Hoops ·

2022/12/30

On this week's episode, Nithin uses his one solo opportunity on the mic to go all out with every thought in his brain about this NBA season. He ranks all 30 teams by tier including who's playing for Victor and who's playing for Larry (O'Brien).

01:04:56

Thik & Thin Hoops: Floundering Wizards, is it time...

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2022/12/14

On this week's episode, the guys open by discussing two struggling teams they recently saw in person: the Wizards and the Bulls. They then go deep into the Pelicans' hot start and whether they should be active in the trade market this year. Finally, they rename the new awards trophies the NBA just announced with recent players who are more fitting.

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