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
News this morning out of Philly: Joel Embiid has agreed to an extension. Are the Sixers lining up for a title run? Plus with Ja Morant ready to reclaim his spot as the most electrifying player in the league, just how much of a threat is Memphis to win the West? Caitlin Clark gets her first taste of the WNBA playoffs this week. Ryan Ruocco is here to lay out post season expectations for the rookie phenom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Almost a year ago, the Bucks shook up the league when they acquired all-world point guard Damian Lillard in exchange for Jrue Holiday. Four days later, Jrue went to the Celtics and eventually won another title. The injuries piled up for the Bucks as Giannis missed the entire series against the Pacers and Lillard was also limited due to an Achilles injury. Milwaukee was bounced in the first round for the second straight season. It's the FINAL day of the WNBA season, and the Aces are doing what?! ...
Woj announced his retirement, releasing this statement: I grew up the son of a factory worker two miles from ESPN's campus and only ever dreamed of making a living as a sportswriter.... This craft transformed my life.... I understand the commitment requried in my role and it's an investment I'm no longer driven to make. Time isn't in endless supply and I want to spend mine in ways that are more personally meaningful.... After all these years reporting on everyone's teams, I'm headed back to my o...
We are just 5 weeks away from opening night... And the pursuit of ring number 5 will be underway for two of the league's All Time Greats: Steph Curry and LeBron James. We've got to savor watching these guys while they're still doing it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Another night, another record snapped for Caitlin Clark. We dive into her latest entry in the record books. Plus as the WNBA playoff race heats up, A'ja Wilson does something we've NEVER seen before. Also Anthony Edwards make a statement over the weekend that should scare the rest of the league? NBA Today Podcast starts right now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Year 22! LeBron James is about to become just the 2nd player in NBA history to hit that number. Vince Carter did it in 2020 - he's going into the Hall one month from today... but all due respect, the expectations for LeBron are unlike anyone we've seen at this age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
it's finally here... We have the complete slate 1200 plus games in our hands and we are ready to let you know the nights you're going to have to tell all your friends "sorry, I can't meet you for dinner...this game is too good". Find out which team got left OFF the Christmas Day lineup—and what their superstar had to say about it on Twitter... Plus, who's got the revenge game of the year? What fans can expect when stars return to their old stomping grounds... And, we'll tell how history will be ...
Coming up on NBA Today: Could LeBron and Steph's next championship come as teammates? Find out why this dynamic duo joining forces to win their 5th rings might be closer than you think! Plus.... The Olympics are over and so is the WNBA's midseason break.... see how Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark's Rookie of the Year battle just got even more intense.... And... On Magic Johnson's 65th birthday, we're counting down the top point guards of all time... is one of Perk's picks the most underrated PG ev...
