The Run: Recent Episodes
The Run Podcast
The Run, presented by co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco, is a podcast dedicated to discussing the latest news in basketball. From trade talks to the story of how Holden learned to spell Antetokounmpo, expect some entertaining hoops talk every week.
In a brand new episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco discuss how LeBron's injury impacts the Lakers moving forward. The co-hosts also share their thoughts on the MVP race and who's the favorite to win it, and what to expect from Blake Griffin in Brooklyn. Also, they discuss the March 25th trade deadline and what moves they'd like to see.
In a brand new episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco breakdown the rosters for Team LeBron and Team Durant for the All-Star game. The co-hosts also share their predictions for the winners of the skills challenge, three-point shootout, dunk contest, and All-Star game MVP. Also, they discuss LeBron's legacy, Blake Griffin's possible fits after a buyout, and more.
In a brand new episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco discuss the All-Star game selections and who got snubbed. The co-hosts share their thoughts on the voting process, expanding All-Star game rosters in the future, possible effects the game will have on the rest of the season, and more.. Also, they discuss their picks for All-Star game MVP.
In a brand new episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco discuss the All-Star game starters and who got snubbed. The co-hosts share their thoughts on Damian Lillard making a strong case for MVP, how the Lakers will fair without Anthony Davis, what's going on with the Miami Heat, and the best fit for Blake Griffin if he gets bought out by the Detroit Pistons. Also, they discuss what move the Boston Celtics need to make to remain a top threat in the Eastern Conference.
In a brand new episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco discuss who their picks for each regular season award are thus far in the season. The co-hosts share their thoughts on Derrick Rose getting traded back to the New York Knicks and how it impacts himself and the team, the second round of All-Star voting returns, the Miami Heat's recent winning streak, and predicting this year's NBA Finals matchup with one quarter of the season done.
In a brand new episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco discuss who the best rookies have been so far and which ones are underrated. The co-hosts share their thoughts on COVID-19 hitting the NBA, whether or not it makes sense to have an All-Star game, and All-Star voting thus far. Also, special guest Nick Moundros aka FATS, joins the show to discuss his beef with Ben Simmons, his All-Star picks, and his beloved Toronto Raptors and New York Knicks.
In a brand new episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco share who they think deserve to be All-Star starters and reserves for the Eastern and Western Conferences. The co-hosts discuss who makes the cut and just misses it, the Utah Jazz's insane winning streak, if Bradley Beal should ask for a trade from the Washington Wizards, and who to watch out for on the buyout and trade markets. Also, it's not an episode of The Run without talking about the Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks basketball; check out what the guys had to say about their squads.
In a brand new episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco breakdown James Harden's debut with the Brooklyn Nets. The co-hosts discuss how well the trio of Durant, Irving, and Harden looked together, as well as what they need to do better. Plus, they share their thoughts on Kevin Durant and Joel Embiid making serious cases for MVP, Collin Sexton's monster game against the Nets and what's next for him, new injuries, and the Warriors' improvement. Also, should the Knicks have drafted Tyrese Haliburton over Obi Toppin? Find out what our resident Knicks fan Chris thinks.
In the first ever episode of The Run presented by Hardwood & Hollywood, co-hosts Chris Thomas and Holden Velasco breakdown the blockbuster trade sending James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets. The co-hosts discuss how well the new-look Nets will mesh together, as well as who benefited and got hurt the most in this deal. Plus, they share their thoughts on who’s the MVP favorite right now, which players will stay hot, and recent injuries and returns. Also, our resident Knicks fan Chris shares his feelings on the team’s hot start and recent losing streak.