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NBA Today

ESPN, Malika Andrewswww.espn.com
With in-depth, comprehensive daily coverage of all aspects of the NBA, Malika Andrews and a vibrant cast of expert analysts and reporters offer their distinct perspectives on the game. She is joined by analysts Vince Carter, Chiney Ogwumike, and Kendrick Perkins, along with Senior Writer Zach Lowe. Ramona Shelburne and Adrian Wojnarowski will be among the top reporters contributing updates from around the league.
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Episodes

CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy III in studio

Coming up on NBA Today: It's Halloween and the Lakers FINALLY got their first win of the season! Hear what Russell Westbrook had to say about his new role... Plus, there's only one undefeated team left in the league! But are they not getting enough love? We dive into how scary the Bucks are... And CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy III are in the studio! We break down the Pelicans' hot start to the season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 31, 202249 min

Tyrese Haliburton joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Adrian Wojnarowski joins the show with the up-to-the minute latest reporting on Russell Westbrook... Plus, Luka Doncic went DEEP into his bag of tricks last night... which got us thinking... is he the MOST unguardable player in the game today? And Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton joins NBA Today as he takes on the Wizards on ESPN tonight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 28, 202249 min

Patience or Panic in Brooklyn and Philly?

Ahead on NBA Today: Giannis was doing Giannis like things last night against the Nets. Chiney and Tim Legler break down what makes him so GREAT... And speaking of the Nets, is it time for patience or panic for Brooklyn? Hear what Kyrie had to say about Ben Simmons... Plus, the Sixers' struggles continued last night. Is this more than just a slow start? We dive into what changes they need to make... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 27, 202249 min

Ty Dolla $ign and Mustard join the show; Stephen A. on the Lakers; Kawhi update

Ty Dolla $ign and Mustard join the show! Plus, Stephen A. Smith joins to discuss the Lakers...+ And our Clippers reporter Ohm Youngmusik joins the show with the latest he's hearing on Kawhi's injury. Who needs to step up if he misses a significant amount of time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 26, 202248 min

Ja stays hot; Best of Steph vs. CP3; Curt Miller joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Just like he said on our show, it's HIS year to win it! Ja Morant continued his MVP-like start to the season. Hear what KD had to say about Ja... Plus, the reigning champs visit the desert tonight. We take a look back at the best moments from Steph Curry and Chris Paul throughout the years... And new Los Angeles Sparks head coach Curt Miller joins the show! Find out why he chose to leave Connecticut for LA... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

Oct 25, 202249 min

Adam Silver joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: The Lakers and 76ers are Winless to start the season. We assess the major changes needed for both teams to turn their seasons around... Plus, we have an update on Zion Williamson's hip injury from last night. When can we expect him back on the court? Andrew Lopez has the latest... And Commissioner Adam Silver joins the show live! We ask him what his thoughts are regarding teams tanking for Victor Wembanyama and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Oct 24, 202249 min

Lakers' next move; Sixers' concerns; TikTok questions

Coming up on NBA Today: The Lakers are in an 0-2 hole to start the season. We discuss what roster change options they actually have... Plus, our reaction to last night's thriller in Philly. Our panel's impressions on the Sixers star duo through two games... And everyone knows Richard loves his TikToks. We dedicate an entire segment to his side hustle... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 21, 202249 min

Pelicans make a statement; Duel in the Desert; Battle of LA preview

Ahead on NBA Today: Reactions to all of last night's action, including Zion, Ja, and many more... Plus, a full preview of Giannis' season debut against the Sixers, and the Battle LA... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 20, 202249 min

Tip-Off Eve

Ahead on NBA Today: There will be plenty of All-Stars debuting on new teams this week, but who will make the biggest impact this season... And the Bucks were relatively quiet this offseason, will that prevent them from making noise in the playoffs... Plus, the latest on if Zion Williamson's ankle sprain will jeopardize him making his return to the floor... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 17, 202249 min

Westbrook off the bench; Draymond speaks; Udonis Haslem joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Russell Westbrook is set to come off the bench tonight, something he hasn't done since 2008. We break that down... Plus, Draymond Green spoke for the first time since returning to the team. Hear what he had to say about his future with the Dubs... And Udonis Haslem joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 14, 202249 min

Lakers lineup decisions; Durant on Simmons; Legler's Difference Makers

Ahead on NBA Today: It's been exactly 2 years since the Lakers won it all in the bubble. We break down their key lineup decisions for this season... Plus, we continue our Difference Makers series. Tim Legler dives into Donovan Mitchell's game and his impact on the Cavs this season... And Kevin Durant hit the podium today and talked about his relationship with Ben Simmons thus far... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 11, 202249 min

NBA in Abu Dhabi; Warriors practice drama; LeBron on Vegas

Coming up on NBA today: The stars are out in Abu Dhabi! Full highlights and reactions as Giannis and the Bucks as they squared off against Trae and the Hawks! And hear from the Golden State Warriors following the reported altercation between Draymond Green and Jordan Poole. We'll also be joined by Reporter Kendra Andrews... Also, LeBron and the Lakers showed some flashes in last night's loss, but it's what he said about a team in Vegas that got fans' attention... Learn more about your ad choices...

Oct 07, 202249 min

Zion returns; Wembanyama vs. Scoot; Paige Bueckers joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: The return of Zion Williamson was in full-effect last night. We break that down... Plus, Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson put the world on notice and showed why they're the future of the league... And UConn star Paige Bueckers is here in studio! She gives us an update on her rehab and she thinks will win the title this season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 05, 202249 min

Preseason begins + Doc Rivers joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: Reactions to all of last night's preseason action... Plus, Doc Rivers joins the show! And the NBA GM's annual survey was released today. Zach Lowe is here to tell us why they were spot on with their championship winner... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 04, 202249 min

Steve Nash joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Hello Brooklyn! Malika Andrews is LIVE with Nets head coach Steve Nash as training camp is underway! Plus, is the sun setting in Phoenix? We dive into how DeAndre Ayton feels about being back in the valley... And which teams in the East are on the outside looking in? Our panel takes a look at who could surprise people this season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Sep 28, 202248 min

Training Camp Begins

Ahead on NBA Today: Our reporters join us live from Nets, Sixers, and Pelicans training camps... Plus, Ja Morant tells us why he's not satisfied until he's the best in the league... And can Nikola Jokic be the next Tim Duncan? We compare the two big men... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 27, 202249 min

Udoka suspended; NBArank Top 5; Becky Hammon joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Celtics leadership speaks for the first time since announcing Ime Udoka's one year suspension... Plus, it's the final day of NBArank! We break down the top 5... And fresh off her first title with the Las Vegas Aces, head coach Becky Hammon joins the show live! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 23, 202249 min

Udoka faces suspension; Ben Simmons speaks; Luka joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Woj with the latest on the likely suspension for Celtics Head Coach Ime Udoka... Plus, Ben Simmons tells all! An inside look at his fallout in Philly and why the Nets will be virtually unguardable... Also, Mavericks star Luka Doncic joins the show! He tells us why THIS Mavs team is ready for a finals run... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 22, 202249 min

Sarver selling Suns & Mercury + Giannis joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: Reactions to Robert Sarver's statement announcing his intentions to sell the Suns and Mercury... Plus, Giannis Antetokounmpo joins the show for an exclusive one-on-one interview... And we break down the latest NBArank release: players 25-11... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 21, 202249 min

NBArank: 100-26

Ahead on NBA Today: NBArank is back! We react to players 100-26... Plus, the latest on some key players returning to action. When we can expect Zion, Kawhi, and Jamal Murray back? And who really runs LA? We dive into how special LeBron's 20th season could be and whether it's now or never for Kawhi's title hopes with the Clippers... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 20, 202249 min

Aces Win Their First Title

Coming up on NBA Today: With Robert Sarver suspended for the year, how the Suns may approach contract decisions... And the Lakers add yet another point guard. What Dennis Schroder's signing means for the L.A's lineup... Plus, month from tipoff! Many questions remain: talking Harden, Embiid, Middleton, Lonzo Ball and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 19, 202249 min

Don't Sleep!

Coming up on NBA Today The players and teams you SHOULDN'T sleep on with the season just over a month away! We debut our new segment: Don't Sleep! And our continued coverage of Robert Sarver's suspension and an update on Brittney Griner, as President Biden meets with her family for first time today... Plus, we break down how the SUN extended the series last night and what they need to do to force a game 5... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Sep 16, 202249 min

Players React to Sarver Suspension

Coming up on NBA Today: Fresh off being introduced in Cleveland, we break down the EXPECTATIONS for Donovan Mitchell in his FIRST year with the Cavs. Plus, 30 years ago, the Dream Team took the world by storm. Today, it's European players running the show. Our Kirk Goldsberry with the impact they've had on the worldwide game... Also, reaction from Chris Paul and LeBron James following the Robert Sarver suspension... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Sep 15, 202249 min

WNBA Finals are set + Perk's Takes & Bobby's Marks

Ahead on NBA Today: Perk tweeted WHAT about the Lakers new backcourt? And Ramona on whether they're done making moves this offseason. Hmm.. Plus, we've got our summer school report cards! Our crew gave which team an A+ for their bold offseason? Who got an "F??" And from class to hall pass! Looking back at the best moments of Manu Ginobili's Hall of Fame career, ahead of his enshrinement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Sep 09, 202249 min

Ranking the Top 5 Backcourts

Ahead on NBA Today: Giannis was in action at EuroBasket. Reactions to that game... Plus, there were backcourt changeups throughout this off season. So which pairing came out on top? We rank the top 5 backcourts in the NBA... And who is the best free agent still on the market? We debate that and more.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 08, 202249 min

Luka drops 47, Aces advance to Finals

Ahead on NBA Today: Our first show back since Donovan Mitchell became a Cav and KD stayed put. The fallout and reaction to all that shortly... Plus, Luka Doncic and Rudy Gobert put on a show in their EuroBasket matchup... And a legendary career comes to an end. We'll give the great Sue Bird her flowers, and break down the Aces' big win... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 07, 202249 min

THE SPY WHO SIGNED ME

As Sue Bird plays her final WNBA season, we have a wild story from an important part of her career. This was reported by 30 for 30 Podcasts in 2019. For legends Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird, life in the WNBA paled in comparison to the lavish treatment they received in Russian professional basketball, courtesy of their team owner and benefactor, Shabtai Kalmanovich. Kalmanovich spoiled his stars, showering them with expensive gifts, luxury hotels, and private concerts -- but he was a man with a sha...

Sep 06, 202247 minSeason 6Ep. 1

Trade Block Talk + Kyrie's State of Mind

Coming up on NBA Today: It's what EVERYONE is waiting for... Our reporters answer the pressing questions on who will be traded first: Durant, Mitchell, or Westbrook? PLUS... speaking of potential trades... We take a deep-dive Kyrie Irving's state of mind. What might the next steps be for one of the league's most intriguing players? ALSO... We preview the Battle of L-A... Or the lack-there-of... What we can expect between the hallway rivals this season. and an update on the health of PG and Kawhi...

Aug 19, 202249 min

LeBron Stays in LA

Ahead on NBA Today: Breaking down LeBron's decision to stay in LA... Plus, Sabrina and the Liberty shocked the world last night; is the Statue of Liberty wearing Cinderella's slipper? And NBA bettors listen up: we'll beef up your wallets with some win totals you should be smashing the over with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 18, 202246 min

Schedule Release Special + LeBron Breaking News

Ahead on NBA Today: It's NBA Schedule Release Day! We break it all down... PLUS, instant reactions to LeBron's 2-year extension with the Lakers... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 17, 202249 min
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