Coming up on NBA Today... Is Team USA's starting lineup sweepstakes a problem or their key to gold? Why they might be even more similar to the Dream Team than you might think. AND... Can the Sixers challenge the Celtics' reign? Why Boston is offically on notice. PLUS... Big Perk made a big list of best nicknames ever. You won't BELIEVE who he left off the list!! NBA Today starts right now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 01, 2024•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Coming up on NBA Today: It's a make or break year in Milwaukee... Bobby Marks will explain why it the Giannis-Dame duo WILL work in year 2 Plus... Ja Morant says he's ready and its going to be "scary"... are the Grizzlies ready to contend with the top dogs in the West? And... the GOAT is living it up this summer... out why Michael Jordan went viral, AND we're running a back Top MJ Moves of all time... all that next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...
Jul 31, 2024•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast It is Olympic time on NBA Today... LeBron James and Team USA put on a show in France, but not everyone took the stage. What a DNP means for Jayson Tatum.... Plus... Kevin Durant was near perfect for US... We look back at all of his best plays and memorable moments of the easy money sniper's hall of fame career... and... Victor Wembanyama put on a dominant display in France's olympic opener. How long until he is a top 5 player in the world...Chiney, is he already there? Learn more about your ad c...
Jul 29, 2024•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bonjour! Team USA is only five days away from their first Olympic games. But does Gold depend on Kevin Durant's availability? We have the latest on his injury status. AND... Speaking of the Olympics.. Today, it isn't Perk's list but Chiney's! Lets gooooo. She ranks the TOP FIVE most important players who will suit up in Paris! LeBron, Steph, Jokic, Giannis, Wemby.... how do you choose?! PLUS... Joel Embiid has been no stranger to the HOT SUMMER MIC... hear why his latest proclamation has caused ...
Jul 24, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Coming up on NBA Today... Over two decades of LeBron James greatness and he somehow has achieved something that has never been done by a men's basketball player. Find out what that is next. AND... both Men's and Women's USA teams were tested this weekend. What did we learn as they gear up for their quest for a Gold Medal at the Olympics? PLUS... who are we kidding? it's Wemby's world and we're just living in it. Does France have the best chance at upsetting the US? We dive into that and more, NB...
Jul 22, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Coming up on NBA Today... Caitlin Clark continues to etch her name in the record books, why her latest mark is so impressive and what record could be next for the rook? Plus.... Bronny James got his bounce back in Vegas. And... Some dunks just happen, but precious few make a statement! After a crazy throwdown at summer league, see who made the cut of top 5 RIM Wreckers of all time...NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Coming up on NBA today... Team USA just finished their third tune-up game against 3X MVP Nikola Jokic. We have highlights from the statement win. AND... We tell you the star players who could send shockwaves throughout the league if they are traded before the summer ends. Find out who might be on the move. PLUS... ESPN's top 100 athletes of the 21st century continued and wait until you see where Kevin Durant landed on the list of NBA players... NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choi...
Jul 17, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Coming up on NBA Today: The Olympic games are closing in Fast and Team USA has some cracks in the armor... We'll explain where they're most vulnerable in international play... Plus... The Clippers now say they WANTED Kawhi to play in the Olympics... but if he wasn't ready for Paris - will be he ready for the regular season? And... You can't win a NBA title in July, but that doesn't mean Big Perk can't crown a champion of the offseason... we've got a Big List incoming... All that and more on NBA ...
Jul 16, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Coming up on NBA today... Team USA just finished their second tune-up game ahead of the Olympic games... Have they proved enough to be the overwheming favorites to win gold? AND... it's the dog days of summer, which means NBA summer league is in full swing! We tell you who the biggest standouts have been thus far. PLUS... Jalen Brunson did something that has NEVER been done in NBA History. But is it enough to bring the Knicks a title for the first time since 1973?? NBA Starts now! Learn more abo...
Jul 15, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast