Hoopstrology

22 | 2024 NBA Finals

And then there were two -- the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks.
The two teams will duke it out in the 2024 NBA Finals for a chance to lift the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy. Will Dallas get their second title, or will Boston raised it's 18th championship banner?
Jesus Acevedo Jr. and the Zodiac GM get you ready for the matchup but first the duo shared their favorite NBA Finals memory (00:53), then share what they think of Dallas and Boston making the NBA Finals (3:15).
Then, how a midseason trade changed the Mavericks roster for the better that led them on their Finals run (5:12).
Boston is in the finals for the second time in three years, a place many expected them to be at the beginning of the season (17:28).
And finally, the guys make their Finals predictions (28:35).

21 | Nuggets vs Timberwolves | Pacers vs Knicks | Conference Finals Predictions

The Conference Finals are here! But before the games tip off, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and the Zodiac GM recap both Game 7s from the weekend, and how they played out.
First up, the Minnesota Timberwolves took down the defending NBA Champions, Denver Nuggets (4:59), so what sign should Denver add to its roster (13:20)?
Then, in the Easter Conference Finals, the Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks (18:06), what moves should the Knicks look to make in the offseason (24:00)?
Finally, the guys make their Conference Finals predictions (26:50).

20 | Budenholzer and Phoenix | Lee and Hornets | Twolves vs Nuggets | NY vs Indiana

This week on Hoopstrology, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and the Zodiac GM get you caught up with some of the latest news from the NBA world. First up, the guys talk about Zodiac GM's Synergy Mock Draft based on the recent NBA Draft Lottery.
Then, is Mike Budenholzer the answer the Phoenix Suns have been looking for (6:20)?
The Charlotte Hornets chose a first-time head coach to lead their young roster, can Charles Lee turn the Hornets fortunes around (12:15)?
For the last two topics, the guys delve into Tuesday's night games and predict the outcome of the series.
First up, will the Denver Nuggets prevail over the young up-and-coming Minnesota Timberwolves (16:39)?
Over in the Eastern Conference, will it be the injury-riddled New York Knicks or the run and gun Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals (26:00)?

19 | TWolves | Suns | OKC Thunder | Western Conference

The NBA Playoffs are in full swing as two teams have booked their ticket to the second round. This week, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and the Zodiac GM are back to break down the latest in the NBA.
First, the Minnesota Timberwolves made easy work of the Phoenix Suns, what's their potential the rest of the way (2:37)?
Next, what went wrong with Phoenix with the talent-heavy Suns (8:16)?
The guys then discuss Oklahoma City Thunder head Coach Mark Daigneault winning the NBA Coach of the Year (14:59.
Finally, is there an Eastern Conference team that can win the title, or will the Western Conference reign supreme again (24:05)?

18 | 2024 Play-In Tournament

After a month-long layoff, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and the Zodiac GM are back with a brand-new episode—and just in time, too, because the regular season is over, and the Play-In Tournament is days away.
In this Hoopstrology episode, the guys break down each of the first four Play-In Tournament games.
First, can the Philadelphia 76ers keep their winning streak alive against the playoff-tested Miami Heat (2:18)?
Will the Chicago Bulls or the Atlanta Hawks keep their playoff hopes alive in a win-or-go-home game (8:15)?
In the Western Conference, will the Lebron James-led LA Lakers make it back-to-back wins over the New Orlean Pelicans and nab the 7th seed (14:18)?
The Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings finished the season with the same record. On Game 83, which California team will prevail in their win-or-go-home game (22:14)?

17 | March Madness | Houston | UConn | North Carolina | Purdue

March Madness is here! 
In a shortened episode, Jesus Acevedo and the Zodiac GM break down each No. 1 seed in the NCAA March Madness Basketball Tournament to see who has the best astrological synergy to reach the Final Four and the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship.
First up, the Houston Cougars of the South Region (2:27).
Followed by the UConn Huskies in the East Region (8:26).
The North Carolina Tar Heels in the West Region (13:14).
And the Purdue Boilermakers in the MidWest Region (16:02).

16 | Sengun injured | Nuggets rolling | Pelicans surging | Rudy Gobert

This week on Hoopstrology, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and the Zodiac GM get you caught up with the latest going on in the NBA. First up, the Zodiac GM breaks down the Capricorn sign (:53).
Then, how will Alperen Şengüns injury impact the Rockets chemistry (3:29)?
After the All-Star break, the Denver Nuggets have shifted to another gear and climbed up the standings (10:34).
Next, can the New Orleans Pelicans keep surging up the standings (16:17)?
Finally, what does Rudy Gobert's sign tell us about his recent comments regarding the NBA and its sports betting partnerships (21:54)?

15 | LeBron James | Devin Booker injured | Bucks on a roll | Knicks injuries

On the 15th Hoopstrology episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and the Zodiac GM discuss the Sagittarius sign (1:20).
Then, Jesus and the Zodiac break down LeBron James, adding to his legacy by scoring his 40,000th point (4:34).
Next, can the Phoenix Suns weather the storm while Devin Booker is out injured (10:14)?
The New York Knicks are dealing with their own injury bugs, as Jalen Brunson is the latest Knickerbocker to be sidelined. How will the Knicks react (15:42)?
Finally, after a slow start under head coach Doc Rivers, the Milwaukee Bucks are finally over .500 under Rivers. Is this sustained success (21:42

14 | OKC Thunder | Steve Kerr | Boston Celtics | Atlanta Hawks

On a brand new Hoopstrology episode, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and the Zodiac GM start the episode by breaking down the Scorpio sign (1:30).
First up on the basketball agenda is the Oklahoma Thunder and their ascension to the top of the Western Conference Standings (6:50).
Next, the guys discuss Steve Kerr getting an extension from the Golden State Warriors (13:20).
The Boston Celtics have the best record in the NBA, and their offseason acquisitions have played a prominent role (18:47).
Finally, how will the Atlanta Hawks fair with Trae Young out for four weeks (25:15)?

13 | Jacque Vaughn | Minnesota Timberwolves | Charlotte Hornets | Caitlin Clark

After a two-week layoff, Jesus Acevedo Jr. and The Zodiac GM are back with a new Hoopstrology episode.
Before diving into this week's basketball topics, Zodiac GM explains Libras and their characteristics (1:18).
First, the duo breaks down Jacque Vaughn's exit as Brooklyn Nets head coach (4:58).
Then, are the Minnesota Timberwolves for real? Jesus and Zodiac GM think so and discuss how Minnesota's defense and synergy are big reasons why (12:00).
After mid-season trades, are the Charlotte Hornets better aligned, and will that be reflected on the court (17:58)?
Finally, the guys discuss Caitlin Clark's historic collegiate career (26:32).