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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

Kawhi Leonard Withdraws From Team USA

Breaking news today out of Team USA ... How will Kawhi Leonard's surprise withdrawal shake up the men's Olympic basketball roster? Plus... Sabrina Ionescu, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese all in action today in the WNBA... we've got the must-see highlights... And... What does the future hold for the Suns with KD and Book leading the charge? Find out in our exclusive interview with Kevin Durant... NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 10, 202449 min

Klay Introduced in Dallas, Lebron 1-on-1 Conversation

COMING UP ON NBA TODAY: Could it be the start of a new era in Dallas?... we've got Klay Thompson's first words as a Maverick! Plus....LeBron on Bronny's Summer League debut....and the biggest difference between father and son. All that and more in our exclusive interview with LeBron. And... The latest from Team USA... who should be in the starting lineup? Ant Edwards has thoughts... NBA Today starts right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 09, 202449 min

Lebron Signs 2 Year Deal With Lakers

The WNBA All-Star teams just dropped. Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are SMASHING all the voting record... now their going to be teammates! PLUS... LeBron wasn't the only member of the James family inking a deal this week... we have all the details on Bronny's guaranteed deal AND... Klay isn't the first future Hall of Famer to have a late change of scenery - we're running back the most surpising moves of All time!...NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Jul 03, 202449 min

Bronny James Lakers Introduction

Coming up on NBA Today: Bronny James will speak to reporters in his first official press conference with the Lakers.... hear from him live, and stick around for our panelists reaction Plus.... Steph Curry posted a heartfelt message for Klay Thompson - we'll discuss what the warriors need to do make sure Steph doesn't follow him out the door And... as the NBA superstars prepare for the Olympics... we'll tell you who amongst the STACKED international squads will be the biggest threat to USA gold. ...

Jul 02, 202449 min

Lakers Draft Bronny James, PG Sweepstakes

Free Agency looms... and the entire NBA is watching Paul George. Perk and Windy tell us where he NEEDS to go. PLUS... The Golden State Warriors have some massive decisions to make this weekend. But the one question still remains: how will they maximize Steph's prime? ALSO... the Lakers made HISTORY when they drafted Bronny James last night. What can we expect now that he will don the purple and gold? NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 28, 202449 min

NBA Draft Day 2 Drama

Coming up on NBA today... Who are the biggest winners and losers of Day one of the Draft? We tell you the ONE move that effects the futures of both Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards.... AND... The Knicks are going ALL IN on a title for next season. Are they the biggest threat to the champs now that OG will be back in New York? PLUS... Free agency is only TWO days away... could we see a NEW Big 3 forming with Paul George? We'll tell you where he fits best. NBA today starts now! Learn more abo...

Jun 27, 202449 min

NBA Today Draft Special Live From Barclays Center

The New York Knicks have pushed their chips in, agreeing in principle to acquire Mikal Bridges from the Brooklyn Nets. Was Bridges the right player to go all in for? We are just hours from the start of the NBA Draft, and the top pick is still up for grabs... we'll tell you who SHOULD be the first name called... PLUS... The Spurs have a pair of lottery picks... Austin has the names he wants to see playing alongside Victor Wembanyama when San Antonio is on the clock AND... the Knicks went all in f...

Jun 26, 202449 min

JJ Redick Introduced As Lakers Coach

While we will have to wait to see what roster changes the Lakers will make this off-season, their new coach JJ Redick was introduced as the Lakers new head coach on Monday. We'll react and discuss to JJ's first comments with the purple and gold. With Bronny on the brink of his pro career, how high should we set our expectations? See what our analysts have to say... AND, on the eve of the NBA Draft, another name is set to join the illustrious ranks of #1 draft picks.... But who are the best top s...

Jun 25, 202449 min

Paul George Sweepstakes

Has Paul George played his last game as a Clipper? We tell you the two teams he would IMMEDIATELY make contenders for next season. AND... Both Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese BALLED out yesterday... but it was ONE of them who proved to the world that stardom is coming... PLUS... could we see Jimmy Butler, Klay Thompson, and Donovan Mitchell leave their respective teams? This offseason is going to be WILD. NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 24, 202449 min

NBA Free Agency Buzz, Boston Parade

How patient can LeBron and the Lakers afford to be now that JJ Redick is their next head coach? Will he live up to lofty expectations in L-A? We answer next. AND... it's officially summer time! Which means trade season is starting to heat up. We'll tell you the ONE player who can shake up the entire off season. PLUS... It's parade day in Boston! We check in on how the CHAMPS are celebrating their NBA-record 18th title! NBA Today, on a Friday, starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Jun 21, 202449 min

Lakers Hire JJ Redick As HC

Breaking News... JJ Redick has agreed on a four-year contract to become the next coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. ESPN Senior Insider Adrian Wojnarowski joins us with the details of the Lakers' new hire. NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 20, 202449 min

Offseason Moves, Bronny's Future

Coming up on NBA Today: we're just 2 days into the offseason and teams are making BIG moves... we'll tell you which player is going to have the biggest impact Plus... we have new details on Bronny James' draft mentality and why certain teams are having a hard time getting him in for a workout. And... the Celtics have their 18th, but who owns the 2000's? U.D. is ranking the best NBA franchises of the last 25 years! ...next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Jun 19, 202449 min

Boston Celtics Win Their 18th NBA Title

The City of Champions now stands along as the winningest franchise in basketball... The Boston Celtics were crowned last night... Let's take a look back at how they got it done We caught up with Jaylen Brown moments after hoisting the Finals MVP trophy. Hear why the 2022 finals loss was NOT the fuel that drove him this season... but something else. AND... The Mavs' dream season comes to an end... but we tell you what LUKA can build off despite an up-and-down Finals performance. AND... the Draft ...

Jun 18, 202449 min

Celtic Royalty

Coming up on NBA Today... The countdown to Game 5 is on...but Jayson Tatum doesnt seem to be sweating. Why his comments about clinching an 18th title for the Celtcs is leaving Perk perplexed. AND.... have Luka and Kyrie figured something out coming off one of the most dominant Finals games ever? We'll reveal the winning formula they need to pull off something that's never been done before. PLUS... JJ Redick met with the Lakers this weekend... but will a new coach be enough to turn LA into a cont...

Jun 17, 202449 min

One Win Away From Banner 18

Coming up on NBA Today: the Celtics hold off a massive comeback from Dallas to win Game 3... hear what they had to say TODAY about being one win away from Banner 18 Plus... Woj joins us with the latest on the Lakers coaching search, and why JJ Redick is at the top of their list. And... is Luka's chirping to referees so bad, it will prevent Dallas from winning? We debate AND ask the man himself... NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 13, 202449 min

Kristaps Porzingis Injury Update

We start our show with breaking news... The Celtics have announced that Kristaps Porzingis has suffered a torn medial Reti-Naculum allowing dislocation of the Posterior Tibialis tendon in his left leg during the third quarter of Game 2. We have more on KP at the top of our show. We are 1 day away from a DO or DIE Game 3 in Dallas. Luka and Kyrie spoke just hours ago - we'll hear from them And... is Finals MVP slipping away from Jayson Tatum? Will he control in Game 3 OR someone else be the favor...

Jun 11, 202449 min

Celtics Unstoppable? Dan Hurley Rejects Lakers' Offer

Coming up on NBA Today: the Celtics close their grip on banner 18... does Luka have any magic left in the bag as the series moves to Dallas? Plus... Caitlin Clark left OFF the Olympic roster. Was this the right deicsion? Chiney tells us. And... Dan Hurley leaves the Lakers at the alter. Woj is here with the very latest on the Lakers next head coach....next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 10, 202449 min

Boston Domination, Blame Game, Hurleywood

Coming up on NBA Today: Boston lands a huge first shot in the NBA Finals, we'll tell you which Celtic gave us the biggest surprise of the night Plus... The Mavs superstar duo did a disappearing act... Who deserves the most blame for a Dallas Game 1 dud? And... UConn's Dan Hurley is now in L.A... Woj will tell us how close the Lakers are to striking a massive deal... next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 07, 202455 min

2024 NBA Finals

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are gearing up for their SECOND Finals appearance together. Richard and Perk dive into HOW they can get the Celtics that 18th banner. BUT... if JT and JB want that title, they will have to go through Luka and Kyrie. Chiney takes it to the court to show us the formula for an upset. PLUS.. Big Perk ranks his top five players in the series. Countdown to the Finals show live in Boston starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 06, 202451 min

NBA Today Live From Boston

Jayson Tatum certainly knows what is at stake. The feeling of two years ago has certainly stuck with him -- we'll hear from him and ask how difficult it is to get back. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd joins the Show1 He'll tell us what it was like carrying Richard to two straight NBA Finals. AND... fireworks from the W last night - Chicago was NOT backing against the Liberty... see what got Angel Reese ejected in the fourth PLUS!... Kyrie Irving is back in Boston. Hear what he says about facing his f...

Jun 05, 202449 min

Duel of Duos, Lebron Reminiscing

Luka and Kyrie OR Tatum and Brown? You may think you know which duo has the edge, but the numbers tell a different story. PLUS... it's the anniversary of one of the most iconic lobs of All-time... we're running back the BEST playoff alley-oops in NBA history AND... Wait until you hear what LeBron had to say about Kyrie Irving... is there ANY chance these two could be reunited some day? NBA Today starts right now.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 04, 202449 min

Finals Preview, Caitlin Clark Fair or Foul?

The NBA Finals are officially just 3 days away and this will be Jayson Tatum's 2nd rodeo... What's different for Tatum in his 2nd finals? We dive into the FOUL on Caitlin Clark heard round the world. We discuss that with a Hall of Famer. PLUS... we're only 3 days away from the Mavs THIRD ever finals appearance. So it's only right to look back at the BEST Mavs plays in franchise history!! don't miss it. AND... it was not long ago that Kyrie Irving was with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown... What ca...

Jun 03, 202449 min

Countdown to the 2024 NBA Finals

The 2024 NBA Finals are Set! Luka and the Mavs will square off against Jayson Tatum and the Celtics. Ant and the Wolves postseason run is officially over. Should Minnesota run it back, or does Ant-Man need a new side-kick next season? PLUS... Grab your popcorn because the Finals will be a star-studded affair! Who has the edge: Tatum and Brown or Luka and Kyrie? AND... SEVENTEEN years ago today... LeBron put on a performance of a lifetime. Where does it rank in all time playoff takeovers? Find ou...

May 31, 202449 min

Wolves Comeback? Boston Banner Year?

It's win or go home tonight for Ant and the Wolves. Brian Windhorst tells us why Minnesota is more confident than EVER to accomplish the impossible comeback. AND... As the Celtics chase for banner 18 continues... There's optimism they may be WHOLE sooner than later. Hear what Coach Mazulla had to say about a key piece to their title run.. PLUS... LeBron is no stranger to making DECISIONS on his future. Could he realistically leave L-A this offseason?? We read the tea leaves and so much more, NBA...

May 30, 202449 min

Wolves Force Game 5, Celtic Ascension

Coming up on NBA Today: Kat comes up CLUTCH to save the Wolves season... we'll tell you what Anthony Edwards needs to do to complete the impossible comeback Plus... Boston had a dominant run through the east... would a title move them past Perk's '08 team in the all time rankings? And... Coaching news in LA... but it's not the Lakers... are they running out of time to get the right person to lead LeBron - Woj will joins for the latest... next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

May 29, 202449 min

Celtics Advance to the Finals

Boston got their brooms out and one half of the NBA Finals Bracket is set. We'll discuss the most Impressive part of Celtics run to the finals. Luka and Kyrie are 1 win away from the Finals.... BUT have they ALREADY proven to be one of the best backcourts of all time? PLUS... Minnesota is facing elimination tonight. Perk's dropping the blame squarely in the lap of one player... AND... We've got the top Celtics plays of season - find out who had the dunk of the year in Boston....NEXT on NBA Today...

May 29, 202449 min

Bill Walton Passes at 71

We start our show with some very sad news... Bill Walton, the two-time NBA champion and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer, died today surrounded by his family at the age of 71 following a prolonged battle with cancer. A statement win in Dallas...one step away from the Finals, is Luka inching closer to the claim 'best player in the world?' PLUS ...The Wolves can't get right in crunch time...what's causing the collapses?The key issue that's keeping Perk up at night. AND...We're counting down the t...

May 27, 20241 hr 3 min

Boston's Best? Haliburton Hobbled

Coming up on NBA Today, did the Celtics crown a new 1A last night in their game 2 win over Indy? We'll debate. Plus, Woj is here with the latest on Tyrese Haliburton's injury that forced him to leave Game 2. Will he be able to go in Game 3? And we have quite the Friday treat for you....Perk's big list of championship costars....you won't believe who he's left off the list. NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 24, 202449 min

Thriller Ending in Boston

If last night's game 1 was a preview of what is in store for us during these conference Finals we are in for a serious treat... but do you feel better or worse about the Celtics after last night's win? Did they prove anything significant? Ant and Luka have been the best in the West so far... Find out why Perk thinks it will be a different player who will decide the Conference Finals. PLUS... Victor Wembanyama did something we've never seen before, and he's NOT done. Does Wemby deserve to be All-...

May 22, 202449 min

Quest for Banner 18

The chase for a championship continues. As the Eastern conference Finals tip off... is it Boston's title to lose now that the defending champs are out? AND... it doesn't get much better than Anthony Edwards going up against Luka Doncic! Who will be the best player in that series? PLUS... this season will be the SIXTH different champion in the last SIX years. Will we ever see another dynasty again? Richard has some thoughts. NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

May 21, 202449 min
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