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
103 episodes
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,...
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Episode 103
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57:50
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...
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Episode 102
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52:50
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...
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Episode 101
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43:58
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...
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Episode 100
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49:33
Why LeBron coming off the bench would make him the GOAT-Why Bam’s historic night was better than Kobe’s+Steph Curry update
Bam Adebayo made history on Tuesday night but was it a better performance than Kobe Bryant’s? The Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac breakdown the historic night and compare it to Kobe Bryant’s epic 81. Lakers are rolling beatin...
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Episode 99
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44:30
Are the Lakers better off without LeBron? Why the Boston Celtics are headed to the finals+Maxey Injury update
Live NBA Reaction show with the Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac. The fellas breakdown the latest Lakers win against the New York Knicks without LeBron James. What is the key to the Lakers recent success? Are they better...
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Episode 98
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42:38
Why LeBron James is better than Tom Brady-Lakers resurgence-When will Jayson Tatum return?
The Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac breakdown why LeBron James is better than Tom Brady. We also discuss the Lakers latest resurgence and whether or not this is real or fake. The Cleveland Cavs are 10-3 since trading for Jame...
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Episode 97
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51:46
Lakers have a BIG 3 problem+Should Austin Reaves come off the bench? Why the Spurs could make the Finals-Update on James Harden Thumb injury
The Los Angeles Lakers have a huge problem on their hands and they need to fix it before it’s too late. Should Austin Reaves come off the bench? We know that Luka will start, LeBron will start that leaves Reaves as the only option. The Gameinju...
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Episode 96
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40:29
Why the Boston Celtics will get to the Finals+Should the Lakers trade Austin Reaves in the summer-NBA MVP Front-runner+Injuries around the NBA
The Boston Celtics put on a masterpiece in Los Angeles against the Lakers and have completely changed the narrative of their season. With the hopes of Jayson Tatum coming back soon will the Boston Celtics have a legitimate chance at the Finals....
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Episode 95
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53:36
Lakers win first game after all-star break vs Clippers-Can the Lakers contend with this defense? LeBron looking his age+Update on Stephen Curry’s knee injury
Lakers win a big game out of the all-star break vs the red hot Clippers. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have big games but LeBron looks his age. We dive into “tanking” season in the NBA and what Adam Silver will do about it. Update on Stephen Cu...
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Episode 94
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47:33
Post NBA all-star weekend reaction-Is Wemby the face of the league+Are Lakers getting Giannis?-Does LeBron retire a Laker-Stephen Curry injury update
The NBA had a new all-star format highlighting the world vs the USA which seemed to bring more energy to the court. That was lead by Victor Wembanyama who set the tone and had players like Anthony Edwards, LeBron James, and Kawhi Leonard playin...
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Episode 93
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50:31
3-time NBA Champ Danny Green joins the show-Life of a NBA player with injuries+Should Jayson Tatum come back? Was the Bubble the hardest championship+Lakers playoff chances
15 year NBA veteran and 3-time NBA champion Danny Green joins the show. We discuss the life of an NBA player dealing with injuries and how the rehab process really is. We ask Danny why are there so many injuries now and what is the solution? Da...
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Episode 92
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48:15
Lakers lose at home again+ Luka Injury update-Latest on Stephen Curry-Jayson Tatum close to returning? Utah Jazz epic tank experiment
Lakers lose again at home against the number 1 team in the league the OKC Thunder. Can the Lakers actually contend or is this wait until next year? What’s the latest on Luka Doncic and Stephen Curry’s injuries. How close is Jayson Tatum to retu...
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Episode 91
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47:27
How bad is Luka Doncic’s Hamstring Injury? + NBA trade deadline recap-Lakers get a sharp shooter-Giannis staying in Milwaukee
NBA trade deadline ended with Giannis staying with Milwaukee and the rest of the league to wait until the summer. Luka Doncic left Thursday night’s game with an apparent hamstring issue. How bad is it? Lakers got the best three point shooter in...
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Episode 90
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49:45
Lakers reporter Ryan Ward joins the show!! Reaction to the Harden Trade + Do the Lakers make a big trade? Thoughts on Austin Reaves future + What happens next with LeBron James
Lakers reporter Ryan Ward of Sports illustrated joins the show to discuss Lakers basketball, trade deadline, and potential moves Lakers can make. We discussed the James Harden deal in full detail and what that means for LeBron James’ future. Au...
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Episode 89
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56:53
Lakers lose Big in Cleveland + was this LeBron’s last game in Cleveland? 3 Best Trade Scenarios for Giannis-Jayson Tatum Injury News Update!
Lakers get blown out in Cleveland! LeBron emotional during introduction by the Cavs. Will this be his last time playing in front of the Cavs crowd? Giannis officially demands a trade. Where are the best fits for Giannis and who is going t...
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Episode 88
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53:29
Football Edition!! Patriots escape in Denver+Debate-Make all NFL stadiums domes? Why the Rams lost in Seattle+ Super Bowl Predictions
Epic NFL Championship Sunday today with two teams advancing to the Super Bowl!! The Patriots escaped in Denver and are now in their 12 Super Bowl. Was weather to blame for the Broncos loss? Should all bad weather NFL teams have a dome? What hap...
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Episode 87
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43:04
Emergency Pod-Lakers Bombshell Article-Buss Family Drama exposed!!! + Jeanie and LeBron at odds-Jimmy Butler torn ACL + Will Warriors make a move?
Breaking news!!! Bombshell new article on ESPN depicting Lakers Buss family drama prior and after the sell of the Los Angeles Lakers. Jeannie Buss drops hint that she wishes LeBron was more grateful. Jimmy Butler is out for the season with a to...
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Episode 86
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50:19
NBA Reporter Mark Medina joins the show-Why are NBA injuries are up this year? + Will LeBron retire this year-Lakers trade talk+ Top 5 contenders in the NBA
NBA reporter Mark Medina joins the show to discuss his career path as a sports writer and reporter. Have you ever wondered how someone gets their start in the industry? Mark shares his journey and how he started covering the NBA full time. NBA ...
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Episode 85
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1:03:06
Lakers lose THREE in a row-Is this a JJ Redick issue? + LeBron has SPECIAL patch-Is LeBron retiring?
Lakers have now loss 3 in a row and are 4-7 in the last 11 games. Luka and LeBron seem to be the only offense on this team. The Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac talk about the Lakers and the future of LeBron James. Will he ret...
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Episode 84
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36:19
Reaction-Lakers LOSE by double digits again! Trae Young TRADED! LeBron's Health
Lakers have now lost 12 games on the season and all 12 have been by double digits which is a record to start the year. The Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac breakdown the latest matchup between the Lakers and the Spurs. Also, T...
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Episode 83
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37:37
Reaction to the 2025 NFL season: Who can Win the Super Bowl? TRAE Young demands a Trade|Lakers & LeBron + OKC Thunder in Trouble?
The Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries and Eric B Mac breakdown the NFL playoffs and who has a legit chance to Win the Super Bowl? Also, what happens to the worst teams in the NFL and will a quarterback change their outlook. Trae Young demands...
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Episode 82
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56:30
Emergency Pod-Nikola Jokic Injury Discussion-How Bad Is It? Lakers Concerns-How Long Will Austin Reaves Be Out? Are The Spurs For Real?
Big NBA news tonight with Nikola Jokic leaving the game with an apparent knee injury. No word on diagnosis but the Gameinjurydoc aka Dr. Evan Jeffries will break down this latest injury. Lakers have been a downward trend and now have Austin...
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Episode 81
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1:02:14
Lakers Exposed!!! Lakers vs Spurs NBA Cup Recap-Will OKC Ever Lose? NBA Cup Semi Finals Preview
The Los Angeles Lakers lose to the the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup quarter finals. Not only did they lose the game but the Lakers got exposed on the defensive end. Spurs were still without Victor Wembanyama but that didn’t matter bec...
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Episode 80
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38:17
Is LeBron Back!??-NFL Monday Evening Quarterback-Best In The NFL?
LeBron erupted for 29 points in Philadelphia and gave his epic silencer move after hitting four buckets in a row to win the game. Sunday had some epic football along with a terrible injury that will have huge ramifications in the AFC. Monday Ni...
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Episode 79
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41:19