The Hoops Rehab Show
The Hoops Rehab Show is a basketball podcast where sports and exercise medicine meets die-hard NBA fandom. Hosted by a seasoned physical therapist and a passionate NBA super-fan, the show dives deep into player injuries, recovery timelines, and how health impacts team performance. Don’t get it twisted though, this show will be about your favorite teams and the drama that comes with the NBA. Each episode breaks down the latest injury news, updates on your favorite players, and teams around the league. The Hoops Rehab Show gives you an inside look at the intersection of sports medicine and hoops culture.
Episodes
124 episodes
OKC ties up the series-Jalen Williams suffers another hamstring injury-Dylan Harper leaves game+Cavs collapse
The OKC Thunder decided to come with another gameplan against the San Antonio Spurs and Victor Wembanyama with Isaiah Hartenstein playing 27 mins tonight. Jalen Williams left the game after only playing 7 mins with left hamstring tightness. Thi...
Spurs go up 1-0 on the Thunder-Wemby putting up Wilt Chamberlain numbers+Cavs vs Knicks preview
The Spurs went into Oklahoma city and stole game 1. After seeing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander get MVP Victor Wembanyama was on a mission to prove he is the best player in the league. He did just that with 41 points and 24 rebounds. The spurs won eve...
Pistons force a Game 7!! Spurs crush Minnesota and move on-Jalen Williams is back from injury
The Pistons forced a game 7 and gain back home court advantage. Does Cleveland have any chance? San Antonio went into Minnesota and showed them what they are made out of. Will they have what it takes to take down the defending champs. Jal...
LeBron mad at Rob Pelinka? Cavs get first playoff road win-take 3-2 lead-Spurs vs Timberwolves preview
New article by Dave McMenamin outlines LeBron’s frustration with the Lakers organization. Does this deter him from staying with the Lakers next year? The Cavs finally get their first road win of the playoffs and take a 3-2 lead over the one see...
Lakers Eliminated! Is this it for LeBron as a Laker? Where do the Lakers go from here
Lakers were eliminated from the playoffs after getting swept by the OKC Thunder. The Lakers season was up and down but ultimately it came down to health with Luka Doncic who had a severe hamstring strain. Will LeBron decide to retire? If he con...
Refs lose control of the Lakers vs Thunder game-Pistons go up 2-0 on the Cavs-Update on OG Anunoby injury
Lakers go down 2-0 against the OKC Thunder. Refs were the stars of the game as well as the turnovers by the Los Angeles Lakers. Lakers have found a way to contain SGA but not the others on the Thunder roster. Do they have any chance in Game 3? ...
Lakers lose big in OKC-Can Lakers win without Luka? Pistons take 1-0 lead-Jared Vanderbilt injury
Lakers lose big in OKC but they found a way to contain SGA but they are missing 33 points from their super star Luka Doncic and that’s the difference. Can the Lakers find a way to stay alive in this series for Luka to come back? The Pistons too...
NBA Semi-Finals Game 1 Reactions: Anthony Edwards is BACK!! Will Luka Doncic be back against OKC? Knicks Kings of the East?
The Spurs ran into a buzz saw against the Minnesota Timberwolves who find a way to win despite the odds. Anthony Edwards was on a minute restriction after returning from a bone bruise which gave them a much needed boost. Wemby breaks playoff re...
NBA Game 6 Reactions!! Lakers move onto the 2nd round-Magic Epic collapse+RJ Barrett calls game! School’s Out for 3 Teams
Two NBA Game 6’s were instant classics and we will have three Game 7’s over the weekend!! The Magic had one of the most epic collapse in playoffs history. The road team seems to not win in the series between the raptors and Cavs and RJ Barrett ...
NBA Game 5 Reactions: Lakers lose! On Verge of the wrong side of history-Austin Reaves return but fatigue hits-Detroit survives +Cavs take advantage in the series
The Los Angeles Lakers had a chance to advance to the second round a face the OKC Thunder but a lackluster effort from the players and the crowd the Lakers are forced to a Game 6 on the road in front of a raucous crowd in Houston. Austin Reaves...
NBA Game 5 Reactions: Luka Doncic Injury Update+Spurs advance-Sixers survive-Knicks take control+School’s out segment is back!!!
Big night in the NBA with three Game 5’s. The San Antonio Spurs were able to advance to the second round and will play the winner of Minnesota vs Denver. Los Angeles Lakers fans received a discouraging update on Luke Doncic’s return from a hams...
NBA Playoffs Game 4 Reactions: Lakers lose big+AR and Luka updates-Anthony Edwards out-Wemby is back
NBA playoff Sunday Game 4 edition had a little bit of everything. Raptors tied the series with the Cavs with elite defense. Spurs make furious 3rd quarter run to take commanding 3-1 series lead led by the return of Victor Wembanyama from a conc...
NBA Game 3 Reactions: Lakers go up 3-0!! YOUNG Spurs take over in Portland-Boston Finds a way in Philly
Another three big games in the NBA on Friday night and it started off with a thriller with the Lakers taking on the Houston Rockets. Lakers found a way to take a commanding lead over the Rockets with age 41 year old LeBron leading the charge. W...
Emergency Pod: Game 3 Reactions+Update on Wemby-J Will has hamstring strain-Aaron has calf issue again+Austin Reaves set to Return?
There were three pivotal Game 3’s that took place in the NBA Thursday night but what stole the show are all the injuries around the league. We update the status of San Antonio Spurs Victor Wembanyama and detail the injury to Jalen Williams of t...
Emergency Pod: Victor Wembanyama OUT with a concussion-Game 2 Reaction Rockets vs Lakers-Are Sixers for real?
Big news out of the NBA which can shape the playoffs with Victor Wembanyama leaving game 2 with a concussion and the Portland Trailblazers tie the series at 1-1. Lakers smother Kevin Durant in the second half limiting him to 2 second half point...
Emergency Pod-Kevin Durant Injury Update-Live Game 2 REACTIONS+Can Minnesota steal the series? Are the Knicks in trouble
We had some huge news out of Houston that Kevin Durant is dealing with a patellar tendon bruise and is a game-time decision for Game 2. What does this mean for the Rockets and the Lakers. Live reaction of Game 2 Timberwolves vs Nuggets and Hawk...
Lakers Reporter Ryan Ward DISCUSSES Game 1 Lakers Win Over the Rockets
Lakers reporter Ryan Ward joins the show to recap Game 1 Houston Rockets vs Los Angeles Lakers. Kevin Durant missed Game 1 due to a knee injury. The Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries explains why this might be worse than initially feared. How...
Lakers Studio Host Chris McGee joins the show!! When will Luka and Reaves be back? +Can LeBron win the first round by himself? Who’s wins the Title this year
Los Angeles Lakers Pre and Post game studio host on Spectrum SportsNet Chris McGee joins the show to discuss the latest updates on Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. What are Geeter’s keys to success in the first round against the Houston Rockets. ...
STOP underestimating LeBron-Can the Lakers stay alive long enough to get Luka and Austin Back?
Live Lakers after show following a Los Angeles Lakers victory against the Phoenix Suns. LeBron played on a back to back at 41 years old to secure the Lakers home court advantage in the first round. Who should the Lakers sign for the NBA Playoff...
Sports Medicine Doc EXPLAINS Why Lakers Star Luka Doncic Went to Europe for treatment-Will He Come Back Earlier?
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been diagnosed with a Grade II strain of his hamstring. This normal comes with a timeline of healing of 4-6 weeks. Luka has decided to seek treatment in Europe. Why did he go to Europe and not the USA? Wi...
Emergency Pod-Lakers Luka Doncic OUT with hamstring strain-Are the Lakers cooked?
Luka Doncic left Thursday night’s game with a hamstring injury and now has been determined a Grade II (Partial Tear). How Long will he be out? Are the Lakers done?The Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac breakdown the lates...
The Ringer’s Howard Beck joins the show-Are Lakers Top Tier in West? +Who’s the real MVP-NBA expansion/tanking bad idea?
Howard Beck has been covering the NBA since 1997 and now is a senior writer for the Ringer and Co-host of the “Real Ones” podcast.Howard Beck joins the Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac to discuss the Lakers resurgence,...
Lakers Win Streak Snapped-Wemby is the Next Kobe+Darius Acuff Jr best player in the draft
Lakers have been one of the hottest teams in the NBA through the month of March. However, their 9 game winning streak came to an end in Detroit. Can they finish off the season as hot as they have been? Victor Wembanyama has changed the trajecto...
Can the Lakers actually WIN a title this year? +Luka in the MVP running-Is Giannis creating drama?
Lakers won their 7th game in a row by beating the Houston Rockets for the second game in a row. Have they figure out a winning solution that could net them a championship this year. LeBron is on a historic efficient field goal run that he has n...
LeBron’s role change has made the Lakers LEGIT Title contenders+NBA Expansion news! Our 100th show!!!
Lakers defense in the 4th quarter ultimately brought them to a victory against the Houston Rockets on Monday. The Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac breakdown down why LeBron accepting third option has made the Lakers legit titl...