The Knicks eeked one out thanks to a missed call. Should there be recourse for the refs? Richard Jefferson has thoughts. PLUS... can Embiid return soon enough to help the Sixers avoid the play-in? We have the latest. AND... EIGHT years ago today, Steph Curry shut down the NBA world with this shot. But it was also iconic for another reason... We tell you what that is... NBA today starts now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 27, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets exploited a glaring weakness in the Warriors last night. We tell you exactly what that is next... AND... The Bucks are starting to turn things around... We tell you why they could be the most dangerous team in the East. PLUS... The Western conference race for the playoffs is as tight as ever. Which teams do we trust to make a late-season push? NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 26, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's Minnesota All-Access all day on ESPN including here on NBA today starting with TWO behind the scenes looks, our own Richard Jefferson sits down with 3-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert with a special edition of Film Room, and Malika Andrews catches up with Anthony Edwards. Also, it's starting to look a lot like a gold rush once again in the Bay as the Dubs take down the Lakers. We'll discuss the Dubs' recent stretch and the urgency of play for these two teams as they currently s...
Feb 23, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast After a week without.. let's call it competitive.. NBA action - we have 12 games tonight! The early slate is headlined by KD and the Suns facing off against Luka and the Mavs... Donovan Mitchell, Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson are also taking the floor Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers try to keep it rolling against SGA and the Thunder, and we know every game counts for these two in the race for the 1 seed... And then the Golden State Warriors hosting the LA Lakers as the Lakers have James lis...
Feb 22, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast We're on the cusp of the 2nd half of the season... the stakes are high! Especially for the Lakers and the Warriors based on the timelines of their superstars! As these squads face off tomorrow, we look back at their stars' best moments this season thus far. Also, who do you trust more heading into the 2nd half-- the Lakers or the Warriors? Kevin Durant doesn't like the nickname the Slim Reaper... But how does Slim Leader sound? Why KD thinks we should put more respect on what he does OFF the flo...
Feb 21, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lets get it. Will Joel Embiid return to the court this season? Are the Lakers and Warriors destined to meet in the play-in? Who will hoist the Larry O Brien trophy? Your biggest questions answered! PLUS... with LeBron James in year 21... who's NEXT UP to take the throne and become the face of the league? ALSO... Our very own Malika Andrews spoke with Celtics Superstar Jayson Tatum! Who does HE think the best player in the league is? NBA Today with Chiney starts now! Learn more about your ad choi...
Feb 20, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast We had good news, bad news, and best news. The good news- Steph vs Sabrina DELIVERED during their 3 point contest. The bad news, let's just say we had "mixed" reactions to last night's East-West game. But the best thing of the night- HISTORY... LeBron James and his record setting 20th All-Star appearance. We'll discuss Lebron's future, All Star Game issues, our very own Malika Andrews' exclusive interview, and MORE... NBA Today starts now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
Feb 19, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Klay Thompson came off the bench for the first time since his rookie year and he came out shooting lights out.. We've heard Giannis call out his team before but last night was an all-timer. We'll hear what the Bucks' Star had to say after the game... Victor Wembanyama has lived up to the hype early in his NBA career. So what does he think is his most impressive moment to date? He'll tell us. And CJ McCollum gets to watch Zion Williamson play every day. What is the ceiling for the still young Pel...
Feb 16, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast As the aftershocks of a possible LeBron and Steph pairing reverberate through the NBA, are the Lakers the best place for LeBron to win another title? And while we're on superstars and titles, can the Warriors go from "average"- Steph's word, not mine!- to being a contender this season? Plus, as the second half is upon us, will the real contenders please stand up? Will the Bucks woes continue? Can Jokic keep dominating? Perk, Brian and Chiney's most burning questions. Learn more about your ad cho...
Feb 15, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Over a secretive 24-hour window prior to the trade deadline last Thursday, the Golden State Warriors made a bid for LeBron James, in a move that would have to paired him with longtime rival Stephen Curry. Our NBA Insiders Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne have more on that. Plus the leader of the red-hot Cavs Donovan Mitchell joins NBA Today- find out where ranks himself amongst the NBA's best. And after the Bucks got blitzed by a short-handed Heat, does Perk actually believe in this team?...
Feb 14, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast It wasn't just Mahomes mastering clutch time this weekend...so we go from one dynasty to another...but why Steph might not be the key to the Warriors success this season. And... With Jalen Brunson balling....are the Knicks latest moves enough to finally launch them into the top-contender convos? Plus.... Jayson Tatum's near triple-double led the Celtics to eek out a win in South Beach, but is the top seed in the East showing cracks in the foundation?... NBA Today starts now. Learn more about you...
Feb 12, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast The world gets to see the first of three statues honoring the Kobe Bryant. We'll take you inside the star-studded unveiling...Which all took place on Trade Deadline Day, where the Lakers lack of moves made a statement of its own. Who Perk thinks LA missed out on. But there are sunny skies ahead in the East- dare I say- orange and blue in the forecast? Did the Knicks cash their ticket to a championship? Richard and Perk see different paths... NBA Today starts right now Learn more about your ad ch...
Feb 09, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Trade Deadline Tomorrow. Who Buys and Sells? NBA Today, the Knicks won again but at a cost- Jalen Brunson went down- the latest on his ankle injury and the immediate impact it could have on the Knicks. And as the hours continue melt to minutes until the trade deadline- Will the Sixers make a move to stay afloat without Embiid? We have the very latest. And who doesn't love a great half shot? We have the best long bucket you will ever see and the young man who made it. He is awesome -- this will b...
Feb 07, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Clippers keep Clicking, Klay Thompson Slumping Man, this team is fun to watch. The Clippers have been the best team in the NBA since December 1. Is Richard ready to put them as Championship favorites? Plus, we've seen emoji's, artfully-placed towels and now very clear statement from LeBron as we approach the trade deadline. Will the Lakers look drastically different the next time they take the court? And... Amidst his shooting slump, Klay Thompson was benched last night down the stretch. Can Gol...
Feb 06, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Broadway Brunson, Lakers Shock the Celtics An All-Star is born! Why Jalen Brunson's 40 in The Garden has earned him the highest of praise from Kendrick Perkins. No, it's not MVP, although Perk's calling for that too, it's a new nickname…. PLUS, we've got the latest on Joel Embiid's injury- how long could he be out and can the Sixers survive without him? AND.... An AD and LeBron-less Lakers stun the best team in the league....We'll explain why it might be the worst upset of ANY team this NBA seas...
Feb 02, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lebron and AD OUT Against Celtics, Embiid Update The Sixers season hangs in the balance of Joel Embiid's knee, we've got the very latest on his injury. How cautious should the Sixers be? You might have heard Perk's thoughts, but you haven't heard WHY. AND... who's the true favorite to win the title this year? Big Perk brings out his Big List of championship contenders this season. You'll be shocked to see who DIDN'T make his list. PLUS... breaking news LeBron and AD are OUT tonight in Boston ahe...
Feb 01, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Embiid Injury, Lebron and the Lakers in Panic Mode A hobbled MVP took the court in San Francisco last night, then the news got worse. The very latest on Joel Embiid after being injured last night. The Knicks ended January with a win capping their best month in 30 years- Why their fans have reason to truly believe....and worry... And LeBron wasn't happy after another Lakers loss last night. What the King didn't say and why it is so important....NBA Today starts right now. Learn more about your ad...
Jan 31, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Joker Wins Again, Lakers Blown out, Knicks on Fire Where's Jokic rushing off to? The NBA Finals? After crushing the top 3 teams in the East, where the Nuggets are headed and who can actually stop them. PLUS... LeBron had no comment on Dillon Brooks but why Zach and Perk are just as mad as the Lakers after his dangerous play last night AND With the Knicks on the brink of making franchise history tonight.... You do NOT want to miss Perk's major statement on what could change Jalen Brunson's season...
Jan 30, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lebron James & Steph Curry Deliver Again, Points... Points and more Points. What an epic game we got this weekend between Steph Curry and LeBron James. It couldn't be contained to regulation -- or even just one overtime. An epic showdown in the Bay... Plus, scoring has been at an all time high... we debate whether this is good or bad for the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 29, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Start spreadin' the news- the Knicks are for real. A Gotham sized statement was sent against the champs last night- why this win was so important. The All-Star starters are out- why there is one glaring omission that has some of my friends hopping mad today. And the Warriors lost a heartbreaker last night and Kendrick Perkins blames one person- who is it? It's been 4 years since Kobe Bryant, his daughter and 7 others left us- hear how the Lakers plan to celebrate one of greatest to ever play the...
Jan 26, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Did Devin Booker just redefine his rivalry with Luka Doncic in a tech-filled Rivals Week showdown? Decoding what went down in Dallas last night that that gave a power shift to the Suns... Plus, the Giannis and the Bucks enter a new chapter…. how much pressure is on Dame & Giannis with Doc Rivers arrival? We'll discuss it.... Why tonight's meeting at the Mecca could change everything about how our panel views the Knicks' postseason chances... NBA Today starts right now... Learn more about your ad...
Jan 25, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Doc Rivers is headed to Milwaukee to coach Giannis and the Bucks... What does this move mean for their championship chances this season?? PLUS... the stars were out in L-A last night for Lakers and Clippers! But only one of those teams has a legitimate chance at a title this season according to Big Perk... We tell you which next... AND... And the Suns are on fire thanks to KD... should his name be included in the GOAT debate? Hear what his former teammate had to say about it… NBA Today starts ri...
Jan 24, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast BREAKING NEWS- Milwaukee Bucks have fired head coach Adrian Griffin. We have our senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski with more.... Embiid had a LEGENDARY 70 point performance against the Spurs. But hear why the reigning MVP can channel his inner Kobe to take the Sixers to their first title in 41 years Karl Anthony-Townes' went off for a franchise record 62-points. But why did his performance have us doubting the number 1-ranked T'Wolves as a contender? Kevin Durant thinks he should be a part o...
Jan 23, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast The second half of the NBA Season has officially tipped... are the Suns Big 3 turning their squad into the most dreaded opponent in the West? Plus, with LeBron's championship window shrinking, who the Lakers are looking at ahead of the trade deadline to help get him his 5th ring. And tonight in Philly, we have a super-sized showdown! Will Wembanyama or Embiid make history in their first-ever head to head matchup? Rivals week.... and NBA Today.... starts right now. Learn more about your ad choice...
Jan 22, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast We have a clash of championship contenders tonight on ESPN. Is this Nuggets-Celtics matchup a finals preview? Anthony Edwards set the basketball world on fire last night. Was it the best self-oop our experts have ever seen? Plus, as we hit the exact mid-point of the season, is another MVP Joel Embiid's to lose or is Nikola Jokic on track to get his third? We'll debate. And we know Jalen Brunson was at it again- Why he could be having the greatest individual season in Knicks history right under o...
Jan 19, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast As LeBron continues to defy Father Time, have his Lakers FINALLY found the formula to make them truly scary? Plus one of the biggest trade deadline names to watch was Pascal Siakam. WIth him going to Indy, how desperate are the Sixers to get some help for Joel Embiid? And the stars were out to play last night ....we have all the best daggers, dimes and dunks…NBA Today starts RIGHT NOW.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 18, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast The heavyweight bout between the past two MVPs did NOT disappoint. Joel Embiid told us who HE thinks is the best player in the league, but does Wilbon agree? PLUS...a haunting question as LeBron and Kyrie prepare to face off tonight: should the Lakers have pursued Kyrie when they had the chance? ALSO..breaking news! one of the biggest questions as we head towards the trade deadline is now answered. Pascal Siakam is on his way to Indiana. What that means for all the teams who wanted him. Woj is h...
Jan 17, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Draymond's Green's return was not the answer for Golden State -- so what is? We have the trade the Warriors need to make to save their franchise. Plus.... Another day, another lineup change for the Lakers. Zach Lowe tells us if this latest switch change is enough to get the Lakers back in contention. And tonight we have an epic showdown between Jokic and Embiid. Ramona Shelburne tells us why defending his MVP isn't the most important thing on Joel's mind. NBA Today starts RIGHT NOW Learn more ab...
Jan 16, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Coming up on NBA Today... the Lakers were blown out in what was the best game of the year for the Suns big 3. How can L-A avoid hitting rock bottom before it's too late? PLUS... what's next for Golden State? Could a total overhaul of the roster be on the horizon for the 4-time champs? We discuss. AND... the Bucks sent a message that led to the Celtics not playing a single starter in the second half. Should there be any concern in Boston? We tell you that and so much more, NBA Today on a Friday s...
Jan 12, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Warriors get rolled again at home....what Steph said after the game that might signal it's time to sound the alarm in the Bay, and is he right? AND the Celtics aced their test against the West's Best last night. Now it's the Bucks turn... why Professor Perk thinks tonight will prove if the Bucks are for real. PLUS LeBron and KD square off tonight in Los Angeles. Which star needs to save their teams' season starting tonight? NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
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