The 2024 Emirates NBA Cup starts tonight! Headlined by Klay Thompson's return to the Bay 13 seasons, four championships, five all star appearances, two-All-NBA selections, and countless memories will all come flooding back to fans in the Bay Area tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After saying NIGHT NIGHT to the top team in the West, are the Warriors officially BACK on contender watch? Draymond Green thinks so. Another ho-hum night for the Celtics to improve to 9 and 2 but it's what Jaylen Brown said about Giannis that has EVERYONE talking. Can LeBron keep the Lakers rolling after AD exited early in last night's win? Shams is here with the latest on Davis and injury updates around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Whose winning streak comes to an end tonight? Can Steph and the Warriors hand the Undefeated Cavs their first loss? Plus after getting back in the win column, How can the Bucks keep it going against the Knicks? You know Giannis has something special planned for the Garden. The Lakeshow are back in LA but do their issues require more than just some home cookin? Chef Perk tells us their recipe for success! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Have the embers of a dynasty been re-ignited? We react to a huge Warriors road win over the Boston Celtics. Plus the already short handed Sixers have been dealt another injury blow. Shams is here with the latest on Tyrese Maxey. A FRUSTRATED JJ Redick reacts to the Lakers fourth loss in the last 5 games. We'll tell you what he said and if Perk thinks it is time to panic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
How can the Sixers overcome ANOTHER setback? Shams is here with the latest on Embiid's suspension and where Philly goes from here. Plus with A-D's availbility up in the air, how can the Lakers fend off Ja and the Grizzlies? We get you ready for a high flying affair in Memphis. For the first time since the DNP's heard round the world, Steve kerr and Jayson Tatum face off. Are we in for a JT revenge game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Steph and PG both back in their respective lineups, which squad is trending up? And which is trending down? JJ Redick said he's dissapointed after a 1 and 3 roadtrip...we pop the hood to check what's causing the Lakers road woes..All that and more, NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Another Temetrius Takeover! How far can Ja and his high flying highlights take the Grizz? Plus The only thing crazier than Wemby's 5 by 5 box score last night were his postgame comments. Hear from the sophomore sensation. The new head coach of the Indiana Fever Stephanie White joins us for her first interview since being tapped to lead Cailtin Clark's squad! NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
What did the Pacers expose in their overtime win in Boston. We go to the tape. Start spreading the news! The Knicks unlocked KAT. We'll show you how the BIG BODEGA dropped 44 in a South Beach showdown. Hear from Bronny James after scoring his first NBA Bucket in a loss to the 5-0 Cavs. You know we have to dive into Cleveland's hot start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We're HOURS away from Chet vs Wemby on ESPN. We are here to get you set for the latest clash in their budding rivalry. Plus back to where it all began for LeBron and Bronny tonight. But should we expect to see Bronny on the floor in Cleveland? Why are certain western conference powers short circuiting so far? If slow starts in Denver, Minnesota, and New Orleans are causes for concern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
In a night of undefeateds, only two squads went to sleep unscathed. We've got all the sights and sounds from a sensational night in the NBA. Plus grab your coats and mittens. The Bucks and Knicks are both off to chilly starts, Perk and Chiney forecast why ONE of them still has cloudy skies ahead. Paolo Banchero and LeBron James are now in a class of 2 we'll tell you how 50 points got Paolo in the King's company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Steve Kerr called Steph's latest ankle injury "a concern." How long will he be out? Shams is here with the update. Plus hear what Giannis and Doc have to say after two SHOCKING losses to the Bulls and Nets... Is it time to sound the alarm in Milwaukee? Anthony Davis absolute dominance has the Lakers undefeated! What's been the key component to their hot start? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
VINTAGE Klay was in full effect in his Dallas Debut. Also, we show you how the Mavs slowed down Wemby in an epic Texas showdown. Did the Thunder just prove to the world that they are the team to beat? Hear what Perk has to say about the changing of the guard in the West. Plus LeBron and Kevin Durant tip off in just over seven hours. To get set, let's re-live the best highlights between these two legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
The second night of the NBA season did NOT disappoint! 10 total games on the slate last night including the season debuts from Steph, KD, Harden, and the return of Ja Morant. We are right across the street from Cyrpto dot com arena where the Clippers used to share a court with the Lakers. Now, 6 miles down the 110, and another 5 miles west on the 105 they finally have a home to call their own the Intuit Dome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
The NBA Season is here and we are live from the inaugural game at the brand new Intuit Dome as the Clippers host the Suns. We will also take a look back at last night's action, where the Celtics raised Banner 18 and then celebrated by dismantling the Knicks. Plus we start with the historic family moment that took place last night Lebron and Bronny James hit the court for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
We are just under 4 and a half hours from the tip of the 2024-25 season... I came into work with a pep in my step... ready to say WELCOME to NBA Today presented by ESPN Bet! And then, as I was driving into work, this rained on our parade a little. According to our Shams Charania, Paul George and Joel Embiid are going to miss the season opener, Wednesday night. Paul George is recovering from a bone bruise in his knee, while Embiid will not play this week for injury management. Lets get to the par...
After a THRILLING game 5 we have a new WNBA Champion but not without some MAJOR controversy. Our panel reacts to Cheryl Reeve's comments. Plus we are 24 hours away from Opening Night in the NBA Shams has the latest on an injury that could effect the outlook of the entire season. Have the Celtics done enough to be the first team to repeat since 2018? Windy RANKS his top 5 teams heading into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
What did we learn about the West in last night's OT Thriller? And did the Lakers discover their missing piece? We CONNECT the dots... Plus What can we take away from Dallas's preseason performance? Klay and Kyrie answered some questions last night but we're digging deeper... With the season around the corner, there is some EXTENSION TENSION. Shams and Bobby Marks explain who still needs to be paid -- and what is at stake if the stars don't align. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
Just how rare was that game winner from Sabrina last night? Well, it was the 4th go-ahead 3 pointer in the last 5 seconds of a WNBA Finals game ever! Giannis says he could be traded if the Bucks don't win a championship we decoded the superstars comments. After missing 2 seasons, Lonzo made his return last night and he joins us, live, to describe his journey back to the hardwood. Equipped with a re-constructed jumper, what kind of season can we expect from Jayson Tatum? Tim Legler shows us the s...
What word did Steve Kerr used to describe the BEST rivalry in the NBA? We've got the sights and sounds from Steph and LeBron's Las Vegas showdown. Plus Shams stops by with news on all the stars on the shelf. With tip-off just six days away, what's the status of Jamal Murray, PG, and Kawhi? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We are one week away from opening night in the NBA. We start our show with news out of Philadelphia. During last night's preseason game the second game that 9-time All Star Paul George has played in he went down awkwardly on this play early in 2nd quarter. He was trying to plant his left leg. He did not return to the game, and the team is saying that he hyperextended that left knee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Coming up on NBA Today was that the preseason or postseason?! We couldn't tell last night in the Garden! Did we just witness the start of a new rivalry between the Knicks and Wolves? Plus Breanna Stewart and Bentnijah Laney Hamilton step up big for the Liberty. Who has the edge heading into game 3? W legend Rebecca Lobo is here. What's the concern level in Philly with the news Joel Embiid is out for the remainder of the preseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...
An injury scare for Ja Morant in the preseason was close to derailing a dazzling return. We have the latest. Plus Zion Williamson looks primed to soar this season, but there's one thing Brian Windhorst thinks his team can do to clear the runway for Zion's takeoff. Kevin Durant and Devin Booker have one thing they have never had together in Phoenix. What that means for the Suns season- hint, Perk has sizzling expectations. NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...
The Celtics and Nuggets wrapped up the first scrimmage of the season we have highlights coming your way. The Lakers are in action tonight in Palm Springs how much should we plan to see Bronny James? Plus an update pops!!! We have an exclusive with number one recruit, Cooper Flagg we'll tell you who could challenge him for the top pick in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New York's new big man is in the building! Hear from Karl Anthony Towns speaking for the first time as a Knick. The Thunder are favorites in the West - but Big Perk wants to see some urgency in OKC. Does the title window NEED to begin now? Find out what went down between LeBron and Bronny at Lakers practice that had their teammates BUZZING. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LeBron set expectations for the Lakers this season, but it's not exactly what we're accustomed to hearing from the 4-time champ. We head out to Hawaii where the Warriors are holding training camp. We tell you the number one priority they are looking to accomplish before opening night. As the Aces face the brink of elimination coach Becky Hammon had to say about the difficulty of THREE-peating will stop you in your tracks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Caitlin Clark stepped to the mic to after her historic rookie season. Her new comments about the toxic discourse around the W and what needs to change. Hear from the Warriors on WHY they are going all in this season and how Bobby Marks thinks they can pry back open their championship window. We evaluate the trade that shook the world one year ago today. Is the best of Dame and Giannis yet to come? or did they make a huge mistake? NBA starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...
The most historic rookie season in league history comes to a close. What's next for Caitlin Clark? Chiney is here with the answers. Has the Western Conference ever been THIS good? We delve into all the questions facing all the top contenders AND hear from Nikola Jokic and Zion Williamson. D-Rose calls it a career. We re-live all of the most breathtaking moments from one of the most electrifying players in NBA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Aja and the Aces will battle the star studded Liberty and we breakdown EVERYTHING you need to know. Plus, how can LeBron and Anthony Davis get the Lakers back to contender status? JJ Redick sat down with Zach Lowe to map out his plan. Can Jayson Tatum take his game to ANOTHER level this season? HE seems to think so but does our panel? Find out NEXT as NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
The Champs reign begins after the summer of Disrespect? We'll hear from Jaylen, Jayson, Jrue, and the rest of the C's on their first day back in Beantown. If Boston wants to repeat they may need to take some pointers from MJ, Kobe, Steph, and LeBron. Plus two elimination games in the W tonight. Can the Aces weather the Storm? And What adjustments does Atlanta need to Dream up to fend off the Liberty? We break it ALL down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Last night the THREE time MVP showed exactly why she deserved unanimous recognition. Are the Aces poised for a three-peat now? Plus breaking News in New York. How will the Knicks manage another injury setback? We have the latest on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
