Mitch brings on his brother Evan, while his usual co-host, Adam, galavants across Greece, Turkey, and England. They start the sixth year of the Hooper's Almanac off as they should, with Mitch's tiers.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the NBA Season
• 02:57 Excitement for the Upcoming Season
• 06:13 Teams to Watch: Indiana Pacers
• 08:52 Portland Trailblazers: A New Era
• 12:03 New Faces in New Places
• 15:08 Analyzing Team Tiers
• 17:50 The Recovery Mode Tier
• 21:03 The Confusion of the Memphis Grizzlies
• 23:49 Teams in Transition: Bulls and Mavericks
• 29:40 Assessing Team Prospects: Mavericks and Grizzlies
• 32:38 Jazz and Wizards: Uncertain Futures
• 37:38 The Pat Bev Tier: Playoff Contenders?
• 40:06 Suns and Warriors: A Decline in Expectations
• 42:41 Hawks and Pistons: Building for the Future
• 46:52 Magic and Blazers: Untapped Potential
• 50:20 Heat and Pacers: New Dynamics
• 55:36 Nuggets and Cavaliers: Fall from Grace
• 59:10 Raptors, Lakers, and Rockets: Playoff Expectations
• 01:00:04 NBA Season Predictions and Team Dynamics
• 01:02:55 Analyzing Key Players and Teams
• 01:05:57 Contenders and Championship Aspirations
• 01:08:49 Eastern Conference Insights
• 01:11:57 Western Conference Overview
• 01:14:51 Final Thoughts on Championship Contenders

Adam and Mitch wrap up Season 1 of Anatomy of a Superstar with another Mount Rushmore Player, Michael Jordan. They bring on Austin Johnson to discuss Jordan's impact on nearly every generation of NBA fans, his playstyle, and his drive to win at all costs.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Rise of a Legend
• 01:03 The Impact of 'The Last Dance'
• 07:43 Jordan's Cultural Significance
• 15:12 The Unmatched Career of Michael Jordan
• 22:17 Memorable Finals and Personal Reflections
• 31:54 The Value of Full Games
• 33:43 Honoring Basketball Legends
• 36:26 Defining Moments in Jordan's Career
• 37:03 Exploring Iconic Games
• 44:00 The 1986 Celtics vs. Bulls Showdown
• 52:02 The Legacy of Michael Jordan
• 53:18 Game Strategies and Dynamics
• 54:11 Defensive Mastery and Team Play
• 57:06 The Aesthetic of Basketball
• 01:00:55 The Final Moments of Greatness
• 01:01:07 The Last Dance: A Career Culmination
• 01:04:21 The Final Shot and Its Significance
• 01:12:11 Cultural Impact and Nostalgia
• 01:15:14 The Legacy of Michael Jordan
• 01:16:36 Jersey Collections and Nostalgia
• 01:21:01 Dream Team Pairings
• 01:27:15 Influence on Future Generations
• 01:33:24 Closing Reflections on Greatness

Adam and Mitch start talking about one of the active players on their list: Nikola Jokic. After a strange introduction to the league, Jokic's career has been special ever since.

• 00:00 The Rise of Nikola Jokic
• 02:56 Offensive Mastery and Unique Skills
• 06:00 Jokic's Impact on Team Success
• 08:54 Career Milestones and MVP Seasons
• 11:53 Defining Moments in Jokic's Career
• 14:59 The Perfect Fit: Jokic and Gordon
• 18:02 Future Projections and Legacy
• 34:10 Nuggets' Playoff Journey and Jokic's Impact
• 36:51 2023 NBA Finals Overview
• 39:51 Game Dynamics and Key Players
• 44:08 Jokic's Consistency and Team Performance
• 46:54 Heat's Resilience and Coaching
• 51:09 Final Thoughts on the Nuggets' Championship
• 53:03 Jokic's Ideal Pairings and Legacy