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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.

Episodes

Ben Simmons returns to Philly

Ahead on NBA Today: Ben Simmons makes his long awaited return to Philly tonight... Plus, it's been a jam-packed 72 hours since we last signed off. We react to all the happenings from around the Association... And did you know that the one seed in the West is separated by only a game and a half from the ninth seed? We dive into the wild Western Conference... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 22, 202239 min

Trae Young and Darvin Ham join the show

Coming up on NBA Today: We have TWO guests joining us today: Lakers head coach Darvin Ham and Hawks star Trae Young are stopping by! Plus, we react to all the action from around the association last night... And what's up with the Warriors? Kirk Goldberry tells us exactly why they've struggled thus far... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 18, 202249 min

Ranking the East; Warriors' struggles; Kawhi and Kyrie updates

Coming up on NBA Today: Woj has the latest on the potential returns of Kawhi Leonard and Kyrie Irving... Plus, Steph Curry's 50 piece was not enough for the Warriors to get their first road victory. Now 15 games into the season, we assess why the defending champs continue to struggle. And we go coast to coast on last night's action... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 17, 202249 min

Danny Green live in studio

Danny Green joins to discuss Grizzlies/Pelicans, his former teammate Ben Simmons, Klay Thompson's journey back to the court, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 17, 202249 min

Desmond Bane joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Desmond Bane joins the show LIVE! Plus, hear from the Pelicans on what their expectations are this season with Zion Williamson back healthy... And the Bucks and Jazz are atop the entire league! We break down what's been the keys to their success. Oh, and Brian Windhorst tells us what's going on in Utah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 11, 202249 min

Nets hire Jacque Vaughn

Ahead on NBA Today: Woj joins to detail how the Nets landed on hiring Jacque Vaughn as their new coach... Plus, Luka Doncic is off to one of the best starts in NBA history. But how long can he sustain it? We discuss how far he can take the Mavs... And both the Lakers and Clippers are not where they want be to start the season. We hear from both teams ahead of their matchup tonight across the street... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 09, 202248 min

Nets suspend Kyrie

Coming up on NBA Today: The latest from Kyrie Irving and Brooklyn. Last night's apology and Kevin Durant's reaction today... Plus, Steph and the Warriors remain winless on the road. We break down their shocking loss to the Magic... And the reigning MVP makes history yet again last night... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 04, 202248 min

Kyrie speaks; Harden injured; Tik Talk'n with Richard

Ahead on NBA Today: Kyrie Irving's full media availability today in Brooklyn... Plus, Woj has the latest on James Harden's injury and how long he might be out... And the segment that has taken social media by storm: Tik Talk'n with Richard! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 03, 202249 min

Nets finalizing Udoka hire; Warriors slow start; Lakers/Pelicans preview

Coming up on NBA Today: Woj joins to discuss the Nets' imminent deal with Ime Udoka... And what's wrong with the Warriors? The defending champs are towards the bottom of the standings to start the season. Could this be a sign to come? Plus, we preview Zion vs. LeBron... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 02, 202248 min

Steve Nash out as Nets head coach

Steve Nash is out as Nets head coach. Instant reactions and what's next for Brooklyn... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 01, 202248 min

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, 202253 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, 202253 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, 202252 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, 202253 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, 202253 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, 202253 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, 202253 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, 202253 min
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