Time to get the tinfoil hats out, because are some members of the Milwaukee Bucks really playing 5-D Chess with this season by starting 4-8? Welcome back to the only NBA related podcast that uses as many title animations as it does minutes preparing! In this episode of Hoopatheticals, hosts Jez and Thom return after a break to share personal updates, including Thom's new daughter and Jez's recent travels. They dive into NBA discussions, focusing on teams that have overperformed early in the season, and engage in a segment called 'Worst Fake' where they present hot takes about the Bucks and other teams. The conversation shifts to the Bucks' current struggles, analyzing player performances, particularly Bobby Portis and Pat Connaton, and exploring conspiracy theories about player minutes. The episode wraps up with reflections on the Bucks' future prospects. In this conversation, Thom and Jez delve into the current state of the Milwaukee Bucks, analyzing player performances, coaching strategies, and the dynamics between star players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. They express concerns about the team's heart and organization, while also discussing the potential for the season ahead. The conversation culminates in a fun segment where they represent obscure NBA players, showcasing their unique characteristics and contributions to the game. Time to get the tinfoil hats out, because are some members of the Milwaukee Bucks really playing 5-D Chess with this season by starting 4-8? Welcome back to the only NBA related podcast that uses as many title animations as it does minutes preparing! In this episode of Hoopatheticals, hosts Jez and Thom return after a break to share personal updates, including Thom's new daughter and Jez's recent travels. They dive into NBA discussions, focusing on teams that have overperformed early in the season, and engage in a segment called 'Worst Fake' where they present hot takes about the Bucks and other teams. The conversation shifts to the Bucks' current struggles, analyzing player performances, particularly Bobby Portis and Pat Connaton, and exploring conspiracy theories about player minutes. The episode wraps up with reflections on the Bucks' future prospects. In this conversation, Thom and Jez delve into the current state of the Milwaukee Bucks, analyzing player performances, coaching strategies, and the dynamics between star players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. They express concerns about the team's heart and organization, while also discussing the potential for the season ahead. The conversation culminates in a fun segment where they represent obscure NBA players, showcasing their unique characteristics and contributions to the game. Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and Personal Updates 03:14 Shots Fired: Teams to Distrust Early Success 13:27 Worst Fake: Coach Bud and more 19:12 Bucks Chat: Analyzing the Current Season 22:05 A Poem for Bobby Portis

24:11 Conspiracy Theory: Pat Connaughton's Minutes 26:44 Bucks Performance Analysis 31:56 Conspiracy Theory: Doc Rivers and Dave Jaeger37:30 Dame and Giannis: A Complex Relationship 41:36 Season Predictions and Fan Loyalty 53:06 Agent Cody Banks: Player Representation 37:01 Dame and Giannis: A Complex Relationship 41:36 Season Predictions and Fan Loyalty 53:06 Agent Cody Banks: Player Representation