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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

Extension eligible superstars; Lakers preview; Knicks outlook

Coming up on NBA today: There are few places in sport more iconic than The Garden. But when will the Knicks bring fans what they've sought after since their last title 50 years ago? Plus, what does the future hold for stars Jamal Murray, Donovan Mitchell, Klay Thompson and Kawhi Leonard? Also, year 21 is on the horizon for LeBron James. Why title number five could be as well... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 22, 202348 min

Zion expectations; Lillard dishes out; Giannis's extension

Coming up on NBA Today: Is Zion Williamson set for a big season with New Orleans? What the Pelicans see from their franchise player that has them saying yes... Plus, hear what Damian Lillard had to say about the bubble championship, the best guard in the league, and Kevin Durant... And Giannis's extension offer is on the horizon, but how can the Bucks prove that their is a winning roster in Milwaukee... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 20, 202348 min

Lillard speaks; Sixers make a move; Five weeks until opening night

Coming up on NBA Today: Damian Lillard speaks for the first time in months about the status of his trade request. How much longer he could be a Blazer? Plus, the 76ers have made a move! What it means for James Harden's future in Philly. Plus Nick Nurse's expectations for Joel Embiid this season... And we are officially five weeks away from opening night! Which starting fives are we most excited to see? And who's more likely to get their fifth title? LeBron or Steph? Learn more about your ad choi...

Sep 19, 202349 min

Lillard update; New-look Warriors outlook; Sophomore seasons

Coming up on NBA Today: Damian Lillard still wants to be in Miami, but where does Portland stand on a deal? What would it take for the Blazers to send his talents to South Beach? Plus, what is the outlook for the Warriors with their new-look lineup? And our panel weighs in on which players will have the biggest sophomore seasons... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 19, 202348 min

Possible Damian Lillard trades; Lakers make a move; Duos under the most pressure

Coming up on NBA Today: We breakdown some possible Portland moves for Dame Liilard and how can the Bucks convince Giannis to stay? Plus, the Lakers made yet another roster move today, so is LeBron's revamped front court the best in the league? And in a league dynamic duos, which has the most pressure on them headed into this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 15, 202349 min

New resting policy; WNBA Playoffs; In-Season Tournament

Ahead on NBA Today: With the Board of Governors approving a new resting policy, will this be the most star-studded regular season we've seen in some time? Plus, we'll check in on the WNBA Playoffs... And we're 50 days out from the In-Season Tournament. Our panel discusses their expectations... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 14, 202349 min

Adam Silver on resting stars and requesting trades; Giannis on his future in Milwaukee; Best All-Time PGs

Coming up on NBA Today: Hear from Commissioner Adam Silver, fresh off the Board of Governors instituting a new rules that prohibits resting two stars... Plus, hear from Giannis himself on his future in Milwaukee and what is required for him to be a lifelong member of the Bucks... Also, Draymond Green made his thoughts clear on the ongoing GOAT point guard debate. So Big Perk gives us his big list of best point guards ever... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 13, 202349 min

Draymond Green convo; Dennis Schroder joins the show; Who should be Team USA's starting 5?

Coming up on NBA Today: Ohm Youngmisuk's one-on-one with Draymond Green. Wait until you hear what he said to say... Plus, FIBA World Cup MVP Dennis Schroder stops by LIVE fresh off Germany's first ever Gold! Don't miss what conversation. And speaking of international play, the recruitment for the 2024 Olympics is underway! Who do we think could represent the US in Paris next summer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 202349 min

Team USA help on the way?; WNBA Playoffs Preview; 2024 Mock Draft

Ahead on NBA Today: Team USA failed to medal in the FIBA World Cup, but could more help be on the way? And we'll preview the WNBA Playoffs after a historic regular season in the books... Plus, Jonathan Givony joins to discuss his 2024 NBA Mock Draft... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 11, 202349 min

Team USA goes down; AD's request; Boston's duo

Coming up on NBA Today: How Germany took down Team USA in this morning's semifinal match. Brian Windhorst is standing by with the latest from Manila... Plus, Anthony Davis made his stance clear on playing center for the Lakers. Hear what the star big-man had to say... And is this the season Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown get over the hump? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 08, 202349 min

Latest on Lillard + Harden; FIBA semis preview; New-look Lakers

Ahead on NBA Today: Woj joins with the latest on Damian Lillard and James Harden... Plus, Team USA takes on Germany tomorrow in the FIBA World Cup semifinals, we'll preview that matchup and breakdown the keys for the U.S... And the Lakers added another piece to their front court, but have they done enough to be legit title contenders? Our panel breaks down the Lakers offseason moves... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 07, 202349 min

Luka vs. SGA; Harden drama; Grant Williams joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: The FIBA quarterfinals continued with Luka and Slovenia taking on SGA and Canada. We have must-hear sound from Luka after both he and Dillon Brooks were ejected... And the drama in Philly continues. Ramona Shelburne takes us behind the scenes with the latest on James Harden's feelings toward the organization... Plus, Grant Williams joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 06, 202349 min

Team USA advances; Harden and Lillard update; Giannis' future

Coming up on NBA Today: Team USA bounced back from defeat to crush Italy in the FIBA World Cup quarterfinals. Windy joins fron Manila with the latest... Plus, James Harden and Dame Lillard have both requested trades this offseason, but where will the superstar guards actually play this upcoming season? And Giannis Antetokounmpo doesn't plan to sign a contract extension when he becomes eligible later this month. We'll tell you why... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

Sep 05, 202349 min

Harden saga continues; Team USA check-in; Heatles Hypothetical

Coming up on NBA Today: The James Harden summer drama continues. Hear what he said about the potential of repairing any relationship with GM Daryl Morey. We have new tea coming outta Philly... And Team USA just finished up their tune-up game against Greece! Brian Windhorst joins from Abu Dhabi to discuss... Plus, it's been 13 years since the Heat Big 3 formed in Miami, but how close were they to joining forces in Chicago? We have that and so much more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Aug 18, 202333 min

Chris Paul convo; Porzingis and Murray updates; Liberty win the Cup

Coming up on NBA today: Chris Paul sat down with Jonathan Givony to talk about his role on the Warriors... Plus, we have the latest on both Kristaps Porzingis and Jamal Murray's injuries and when we could expect them back for the Celtics and Nuggets this season... And the Liberty took down the Aces to secure this year's Commissioner's Cup! We break down how New York recently got the upper hand on Vegas this season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 16, 202349 min

Harden calls out Morey; Team USA impresses; Wade and Nowitzki convos

Coming up on NBA Today: James Harden definitely made his feelings clear toward GM Daryl Morey. We have Woj here with what the implications may be on the All-Star's future in Philly... And Team USA impressed over the weekend with two more exhibition wins ahead of the FIBA World Cup. Are they poised for a Gold medal? Danny Green breaks it down for us... Plus, speaking of the weekend, the Hall of Fame Class of 2023 was enshrined on Saturday. Don't miss Malika's interviews with both Dwyane Wade and ...

Aug 14, 202349 min

Domantas Sabonis joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: Anthony Davis is on the eve of extension. What this deal will say about the value of AD, the future of the Lakers, and will they get it done sooner than later... Plus, we are lighting the beam with Domantas Sabonis! How the Kings became a contender and what they are doing to keep upsetting the standings in the West... And as Team USA preps for the FIBA World Cup, how their biggest competition matches up against them, and which player is primed to step up and take gold... Lear...

Aug 04, 202349 min

Steve Kerr and Breanna Stewart join the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Team USA head coach Steve Kerr joins the show live to talk about his expectations for the FIBA World Cup and his new-look Warriors squad... Plus, New York Liberty superstar Breanna Stewart sat down with our Malika Andrews to talk about the super teams that have formed this season in the W... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 02, 202349 min

Dame or bust for Miami?; Derrick White joins the show; Giannis update

Ahead on NBA Today: It's been one month since Damian Lillard's trade request. Is it Dame or bust for Miami? Plus, Celtics point guard Derrick White joins live! And Brian Windhorst has the latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo's left knee recovery... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 01, 202348 min

Arike Ogunbowale joins the show; Knicks, Celtics outlooks; ESPN NBA Power Rankings

Coming up on NBA Today: Jaylen Brown's big contract comes with bigger expectations in Boston. But how much better are the Celtics this season versus last? Plus, the Knicks retooled for a run, but will it be enough to catch the best teams in the East, and could there be a bigger plan at work in New York? And ESPN NBA Power Rankings are here! Which teams are too high? Too low? We break down the top five... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 27, 202349 min

Jaylen Brown press conference; Bronny James update; Hot Summer Mics

Coming up on NBA Today: Hear from Jaylen Brown fresh off signing his record-breaking deal... And who's up next for a major contract? Might be Anthony Davis. Will the Lakers go all in and build around AD for the long term? Plus, hear what James Harden, Anthony Edwards, Mikal Bridges, Giannis, and Jayson Tatum have had to say recently... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 26, 202349 min

Jaylen Brown signs supermax extension; Blank check worthy players; New-look Luka

Ahead on NBA Today: Jaylen Brown signed the largest contract in NBA history! Our panel will dive into what this deal means for the Celtics and superstars around the league... And the NBA world reacts to soccer phenom Kylian Mbappe's massive contract offer. Which all-time NBA player is worth a one-year one billion dollar deal? Plus, Tim MacMahon joins to discuss Luka and the Mavs... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 25, 202349 min

Becky Hammon joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: We'll take a look at the biggest contenders, storylines, and more 3 months out from the regular season... Plus, MVP odds just dropped, but that doesn't matter to Perk. He has his own BIG LIST of MVP favorites this season... And Aces head coach Becky Hammon joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 24, 202349 min

Harden's timeline; FIBA World Cup; Mavs, Kings outlooks

Coming up on NBA Today: James Harden sends a message to the Sixers. Just how uncomfortable is he willing to make things in Philly for Daryl Morey? Plus, the FIBA World Cup is coming this summer. USA's roster is stocked with young stars, but which international team poses the biggest threat to a US gold medal? And we'll head out West to take a look at the Mavs' and Kings' outlooks for the upcoming season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 21, 202349 min

West Over/Unders; Ayton's message for the haters, Ben Simmons' future

Coming up on NBA Today: A super roster like the Suns brings all the smoke, how one Sun is looking get ahead of the hate... Plus, Ben Simmons has gone from All-NBA to all questions. What the Nets star can do to change his narrative... And who has the most signature shot in NBA history? Perk has a big list for just such a question... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 21, 202349 min

Draymond on CP3; Trust the Process?; East Over/Unders

Coming up on NBA today: Draymond Green had some interesting comments about the addition of long-time rival Chris Paul. We discuss what it's like working with people you don't necessarily like... Plus, Ramona has the latest on Daryl Morey's plan for the Sixers' future... And we'll head out East to make some over/under picks... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 20, 202349 min

Cam Whitmore joins the show; Latest on Embiid; Which teams are one piece away?

Coming up on NBA today: Could this be a make-or-break season for Joel Embiid this season with the Sixers? Ramona Shelburne has the latest coming out of Philadelphia... Plus, five years ago today, the Toronto Raptors traded for Kawhi Leonard and the rest is history. We discuss which team are one piece away right now... And Summer League MVP Cam Whitmore joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 18, 202349 min
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