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We had a dozen awesome games, 3 overtimes last night -- and we will get to it all. But today's show is a special one: we have the honor of announcing the Nominees for the 2026 Naismith Hall of Fame class. Luka Doncic has started this season hitting all the right notes but what his latest performance against the Jazz could mean in the west. S-G-A and Jokic have won the past 2 MVPs but are some surprise contenders challenging for the crown this year???... Giannis Antetokounmpo responds to all the noise surrounding his future in Milwaukee, you won't want to miss what he said and why he is saying it now... Anthony Edwards joins our Shams Charania for an exclusive conversation! Find out the one player who still has Ant starstruck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The WNBPA executive committee has been authorized to call a strike "when necessary"... Per the union, 98% of the players voted yes, 93% participated in the vote. Klay and the Mavs return to the Bay this Christmas... stick around for the inside story of how his time with Steph ended - and could they ever get back together? Dillon the Villain strikes again, more words for LeBron James - hear his message for the All-Time leading scorer ahead of their next matchup...Speaking of the Lakers - we have an exclusive conversation with Luka. Find out IF he's thinking about league MVP while hunting his first NBA championship... Stick around for my exclusive conversation with OKC's Chet Holmgren - find out exactly what he thinks about going after the 73-win Warriors all time record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Knicks are champions, NBA Cup Champions! And that is where we begin our show. So start spreading the news as the skies are orange and blue in New York City...If you were locked into the NBA Cup Final, don't worry... we've got the rest covered. The best you need to see from last night's college hoops including AJ Dybantsa, Cam Boozer and more... PLUS, … the freshly minted Cup MVP is no stranger to holiday magic. I have the exclusive on Jalen Brunson's ties to Kobe Bryant in a Christmas story you will not want to miss. The Spurs didn't lift the trophy last night but the teams that lose this game have gone on to do something the winners haven't.... Could this be a playoff positive for San Antonio? All that and more as NBA Today rolls on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Takeaways last night's mile-high thriller: the Nuggets or Rockets? Danny Green breaks down the spicy showdown...Cooper Flagg's first 40-point game! What did he do last night that put him in the same company as Bron, Melo, KD, and Ant Edwards? My exclusive conversation with Victor Wembanyama. How's he readying his Spurs for the cup championship. How did things with the Clippers get so bad that Chris Paul got sent home in the middle of the night? Ramona Shelburne has the previously unreported details of what transpired. We show you how Cade Cunningham and the Pistons completed yet another incredible comeback. Chiney tells us why it's time to start believing in Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bron fends off Dillon the Villian to eclipse the Suns in Phoenix! Our panel gets into the biggest reason for the Lakers clutch time success .How worried should Wardell and the Warriors be? The Chef dropped 87 in the last two but it hasn't mattered. Hear coach Kerr's CANDID comments on the Dubs difficulties....A live report from Vegas! Did the Thunder and Spurs just soft-launch the NBA's best new rivalry? Victor Wembanyama is BACK and not messing around! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Clippers' problems run deeper than the box scores. Why some at this desk are saying it's time for the team to take a hard look at their reality . A live report from Vegas, where the Thunder bring a historic run into the Cup Semis. But the Spurs bring something else that could be the key to taking down the champs. What's really on the line for San Antonio...Jalen Suggs joins us as the Magic make their NBA Cup push. What he has to say about this run, and their developing Knicks rivalry.... Team U-S-A training camp is underway, you'll want to hear what Caitlin Clark has to say about representing the red, white, and blue after being left off the 2024 team... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Semi-finals are set! The Thunder, Spurs, Knicks, and Magic -- their CUP runneth over and they're are all heading to LAS VEGAS for a chance at being the 3rd ever NBA Cup champs. we have a live report on Steph Curry's status ahead of their game tomorrow night.. and his teammate Pat Spencer joins the show! He talks about his rise to one of the most surprising stories in the league. We are almost at July 15 where 90 percent of the league is eligible to be traded! Bobby Marks lays out the paths for Anthony Davis' future. LeBron threw down an absolute show-stopper last night... SO we're running back his best posters EVER, and we've got 23 seasons to pick from... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two quarterfinal spots are up for grabs tonight in the west... can the Lakers punch their ticket?… and can anyone cool off the 23–1 Thunder? We get you set for tonights Knockout Cup games. The latest on Victor Wembanyama's status for tonight and what impact it could have on San Antonio getting to Vegas. The Knicks are rolling. What this Knicks run says about Brunson and Hart. could their trip to Vegas be the start of something bigger in New York? in the college ranks, was last night AJ Dybantsa's "I'm here" moment? Jay Bilas was there to witness it, and he's about to tell us what he saw that could rewrite the draft conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are we about to see TWO superstars get dealt this season? Shams is stopping by with new intel on the surging market for Giannis and AD....A LIVE report from Toronto ahead of tonight's Cup quarterfinal between the Knicks and Raptors. We've got the latest on Karl-Anthony Towns's availability...Thunder or the field? Our panel of experts make their picks for who's taking home the hardware...and cash....in Vegas. 44-year old Philip Rivers is back in the NFL! Which retired NBAer would you wanna see return to action? Even just for one game? We discuss! How is Bam Adebayo preparing his Heat for tonight's showdown in O-Town...and how is his girlfriend A'ja Wilson helping? Hear from Bam after the break... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How did Bron bounce back after seeing his historical streak come to an end? Hear from the King himself following his 4th quarter takeover...SPEAKING of history, the Beard broke into the top 10 on the all-time scoring list! Which of his illustrious 28,303 points is your favorite? A jaw-dropping top of the top is on deck... How would you power rank the East 1 through 5 after the first 48 days of the season? Stick around to see the surprising squad our insiders put at #5! the Terry Rozier investigation is shining a spotlight on something bigger...how could this impact what is shared in trade talks? Bobby and Bontemps help us sort through a suddenly very complicated question. OKC is SO hot right now opponents are seeing smoke...literally... but compared to last year's title run, the champs blazing start COULD be the scariest part for the rest of the league... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An unthinkable double-digit streak for the King snapped in Toronto, but it's HOW the streak ended might be the real story. A rookie, a superstar, and a team down three starters just produced one of the wildest finishes we've had this season... How this must-see finish unfolded in Philly. With the Celtics surging and the Lakers coming off last night's thriller - will another page of the storied rivalry be written tonight at TD Garden? Michael Jordan is set to take the stand today in his explosive antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR. What the NBA legend is accusing and what his testimony could mean for the sport. Dillon Brooks is having a moment...After a statement game back in LA, find out what he told Malika about how he found out he was traded to Phoenix.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How are the Spurs staying red-hot without their Alien leader and what does it mean for when he returns? We spotlight the next big duo in the NBA...Kawhi and James Harden said they were SHOCKED when CP3 was dismissed Tuesday night. You buyin it? Ramona has the inside info... Ja, Zion, and LaMelo have a combined 5 all-star apperances and they're all 26 or younger! So why is there nearly no trade value for the trio? Tim MacMahon explains... Big Money Marks breaks down Giannis's top destinations should he officially ask out. We know about the Knicks but are there sleeper teams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giannis Antetokounmpo made one thing clear at media day before the season.... "I want to be on a team that allows me and gives me a chance to win a championship." What we're hearing out of New Orleans following Zion's injury news. Is it time for the Pelicans to move on from the former top pick? What's next for BOTH the Clippers and Chris Paul following last night's stunning news? Our experts are standing by to lay out all the options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On NBA Today we will take stock in the defending champs not only being in position to become the first team to repeat since KD's Warriors... but to break the record of 73 wins set by the team that preceded him.. The newest Bad Boys Pistons are proving that last season's turnaround wasn't just historic... but a stepping stone to something greater...And the two teams that aren't on this snapshot of where the playoff picture currently stands.... looking at you Clippers and Bucks.. they have much more to worry about than being in Cabo when April turns to May.. Desmond Bane joins us! A new city, new role, and some very big performances this season...we'll break down the surge he's sparked in Orlando. with the Knicks playing tonight in TD Garden, there's a surprising NBA-NFL crossover in New England that caught our eye. We'll show you what it is… and why it matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did the Knicks just send a statement last night? We tell you what they have found which MAY be the key for them to win the entire conference. We have the very latest on the WNBA CBA negotiations and what it means for the players, fans, and league as a whole. The Warriors will be without Steph Curry for at least the next several games... Who needs to step up in his place? Giannis is a gem, but his latest statement was priceless... How much of a chance does the Greek Freak have at the King's All-Time scoring title?Are the Clippers in bigger trouble for this season or for the rest of the decade? We breakdown how todays troubled roster will affect the Clippers future....We get out latest look into the life of Donovan Mitchell and what he thinks is the reason that he is not more popular and how he can change that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jokic rewriting history, Ant lighting it up, and even with KD out, Rockets - Suns delivering PLENTY of ex-teammate drama … We recap all the Monday madness around the league. KAT and the Knicks surging, the Pistons rewriting their own history, and the Raptors turning consistency into momentum. We'll reveal how these beasts of the east made noise last night… A crucial 2 nights in group play... We tell you why tonight's battle of LA means even more for the Lakers tonight... Led by Brandon Ingram, the Raptors have been devouring the competition... After Chris Paul announced that this will be his last season, we rank the top THREE plays of his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After his 54 piece wing dinner, we put Tyrese Maxey's scorched-earth start to the season in perspective. A stat you've gotta see to believe... What went into the decision to let TWO members of the Buss family go? A live report on the fallout and aftermath for the Lakers organization. Day 4 of the NBA Cup! Tonight's slate is ridiculous and we lay out the standings, schedule, and EVERYTHING else you need to know ahead of the action. .. Don't look now but the Orlando Magic are rollin! How much of a threat are they in the East? Franz Wagner joins to answer that and explain THIS interesting celebration... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the Wild Wild West in the NBA as the top teams in the league in point differential all are in the Western Conference. The Thunder, Nuggets and Rockets are all outscoring their opponents by over 11 points a night and that trio was all in action on Wednesday. There is a new look taking over Miami... Danny shows us the secret to how the Heat have turned up the scoring this season... Jalen Brunson is back, but are the Knicks clicking on all cylinders? Who has to change their ways for the Knicks to get back to the top of the East... the night was filled with incredible individual plays... but sometime, all that amazing still comes short... we take a look at some of the greatest plays that weren't in on top of the top... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron is back - lets put this historic night in perspective when it comes to longevity - just 5 players made it to 21 seasons in the league: Chris Paul, Kevin Garnett, Dirk, Robert Parish and Kevin Willis.. How about 22 seasons? Just one name - half man half amazing Vince Carter, who called it a career back in 2020. Why it's not all sunshine for Steph and the Warriors in Florida today- Shams is here with the latest on Steph's ankle on the second night of a back-to-back. And it is a good thing Shams is here -- with so many unfortunate injuries around the league. he also has the latest on Giannis's injury- and how his timeline to return could impact his future in Milwaukee. We shift gears to Detroit.. The Pistons are running like a well-oiled machine - A number that totally surprised me that we will share with you their turnaround. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you love hoops, heck if you love sports -- tonight is one you circle because it could mark the beginning of LeBron's historic 23rd season in the NBA. Milwaukee left Cleveland with more than just a loss last night... The latest on the severity of Giannis' injury, and what it could mean for the Bucks...Three teams are quietly changing the shape of the East. The question is: which of these early climbs actually means more than it looks?PG makes his season debut, facing his former team, and it all built to a wild final minute in Philadelphia. How did the Sixers pull this one out? Don't miss the chaotic finish ahead.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What EXACTLY are we witnessing from the freshly fueled up Rockets? Someone on this panel has some LOFTY praise for Houston that you gotta hear...Good vibes in Dallas! Finally. What was the catalyst in Coop's career game and what does it mean for the Mavs moving forward? Hmmm....Year 23 loading! Just how soon 'til the King retakes court and how will he fit in with the new-look Lakers? Shams Charania is here and has the latest! Steph went ice cold, Draymond Green lost his cool... AND none of it matter. Why the Warriors are on a heater right now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Friday!!! Which means its week 3 of the NBA Cup tips off tonight! And all 30 teams have at least played one game of group play-- As a reminder, the NBA Cup will consist of two stages: Group Play and the Knockout Rounds. Here's a look at the favorites to win each of their respective groups... The Raptors, Magic, Bucks in the East... and then the Thunder, Lakers, and Spurs are atop the West side... We will for sure have a clearer picture of what the Cup standings look like after tonight's NINE total games that you can see here. How long will the Knicks be down Jalen Brunson? Legs tells us who must step up for the Knicks to keep pace in the East. Plus... Steph Curry is parting ways with Under Armor and Shams the inside on what could be the hottest free agent in Sneaker history... Sneakerheads stay tuned...Jalen Johnson drops tells us about his historic night against the Jazz... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The greatest shooter of all time came was unleashed last night... Steph Curry dropped 22 points in the 3rd quarter against the Spurs. His 23rd 20+ point 3rd quarter of his career. Shai Gilgious Alexander only needed 3 quarters to drop 30 and has now sat and rested more 4th quarters then he has had to play.. Very consistent...And there is Nikola Jokic. Who coming into last night was shooting 76% from the field and averaging almost 32 points in his last 4 games... last night Joker faced the Clippers. Two Eastern Conference contenders clashed in Madison Square Garden last night. Let's just say it was a magical for one team's rising star. What is the New York state of mind?A live report from Dallas. Tim Macmahon is standing by with ALL the intel on how the players and fans are feeling following Nico's dismissal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OKC ruins Steph's return. Is it time to sound the alarm in San Francisco? We dissect Draymond's candid comments following the ugly loss....Speaking of the Thunder, how do they plan to defend Luka tonight? And what's Luka's counter? We've got dueling breakdowns from Chiney and Perk on tap....Should the Mavs enter rebuild mode? Brian Windhorst lays out ALL the options on the table follwing Nico Harrison's dismissal. Nikola Jokic had a night to remember in Sac-Town while Doug Christie had fiery comments about his Kings' squad you won't want to miss...The All-Star Game is going through another set of changes... Our panel has some strong thoughts on the new format! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last night was the best night of basketball this season — fifteen game-tying or go-ahead buckets in the final 75 seconds! We'll break down the tape and show you exactly how it all unfolded. Victor Wembanyama keeps doing things we've never seen before… but what does the best version of Wemby really look like? Brian Windhorst has thoughts... Nico Harrison is out as Mavericks GM. We've got every angle covered — the what, the why, and how we got to this point. Another wild finish in the Motor City and we've got Jalen Duren on the show to tell us what's clicking for the Pistons and how he and Cade have built their unstoppable chemistry on the court... It's only November basketball, but we're already getting midseason drama...Brian Windhorst has four cities circled, and you'll want to know why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don't look now, but the Pistons are the hottest team in the East! Cade's clutch again, but it's HOW they're winning that's raising eyebrows. It was another weekend full of Wemby moments we've never seen before.. Wait 'til you see what he added to the highlight reel this weekend...Brandon Ingram made waves this weekend... literally. But he's not the first to make a splash. We take a look back at some of the league's most hydrating highlights. Things aren't clicking in Dallas, and Jason Kidd's latest experiment could either spark a turnaround… or add to the chaos. Someone on this panel here is about to call it out... A crossover so filthy, it sent us straight to the archives to relive the most filthy crossovers of all time...don't miss who made our top of the top crossovers ever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Future meets the Master for the 5th time ever tonight! Welcome into our Los Angeles Studios-- I'm Malika Andrews. It's Friday, which means it's an NBA Cup Day! Tonight, Kevin Durant and Victor Wembanyama lead their squads into their first game of group play. The Warriors are in the mile-high city tonight taking on the Nuggets-- but they won't be at full strength... how worried should Dubs fans be with health issues popping up only 10 games into the season? Today is National Jersey Day so we had to rank the top threads of all-time, Perk's got a list and his choices might STUN you!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The LeBron-less Lakers are 7-2! And now the King is one step closer to returning. Shams is here with the latest. What was the bigger story last night in MSG: the Knicks offense or the Wolves lackluster defense? We dive into the numbers and check the tape with Big Perk...Cooper's alley-oop highlight of the night! But it wasn't enough to beat the last place Pels. Is it time to sound the alarm in Dallas? The streak's over… but not the statement. What Oklahoma City showed in their first loss that should have the rest of the league on alert. A rough night in the Garden for Ant and & Co... but it's not just about missed shots. We'll show you the hidden flaw costing Minnesota games. Mascots beware....Robin Lopez is here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spurs take on the Lakers in a showdown.... The Bulls have got off to a hot start, how have they been doing this and how long can they keep it up? We talk about the newest stars in college basketball and the impact they've made so far. Anthony Edwards has been cleared to play tonight, what can we expect from him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You've seen the shot but have you heard what Giannis and Myles Turner said AFTER the game? It was spicy! Full reaction and analysis is on tap...Another day, another troubling quote from Ja Morant. We'll decipher what he said AND what we're hearing about the Grizzlies plan to navigate it...To Quote the GREAT Stuart Scott - It must be butter cuz LA is on a roll!.. What did we learn about the depleted Lakers last night? Grab a beverage. LeBron. Steph. And one conversation you never thought you'd hear, wait until you see what they said about each others' game when they sat down together to share a mic with Steve Nash on Mind the Game this week. Keep an eye on the Cavs... there's news coming that could shake up their starting lineup...Shams has the latest and what it means for Cleveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Latest on Ja Morant's comments, could this be the beginning of the end for him in Memphis? Lakers have been crusing so far without Lebron, how long can they keep this up? Spurs lose their 1st game and Wemby didn't have a very impressive outing, how can they bounce back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a CHILLING Halloween Edition of NBA Today! We have plenty of tricks, treats, and buckets throughout the show-- including a reveal of our Halloween Costumes that you will not want to miss! The NBA Cup starts tonight! It snuck up on us! our panel's predictions may spook you.. plus we have an update on Luka Doncic's status tonight... The WNBA and the players' association reached a 30-day extension for their CBA, we have the latest on what the league and players are looking for. Chiney weighs in. These outfits are so good, it's scary!!!! The best player Halloween costumes over the years... PLUS our costumes at the end of the show!!! Even the hardwood's in the Halloween spirit tonight with new looks, high stakes, and plenty of tricks and treats. The NBA Emirates Cup games tip off tonight and we'll tell you who is ready to * haunt * their competition as group play tips off... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A light 28,16, and 1st career buzzer-beater for Austin Reaves...Coming up: Full reaction to Reaves's winner INCLUDING Luka's thoughts on the budding star...The Denver Nuggets are the first team in NBA history to drop 120 AND shoot 50% from the field in EACH of their first 4 games. How is Jokic elevating the mile high city to ANOTHER level? Have you peeped tonight's slate ? Giannis, Wemby, Steph....ALL in action and we take you LIVE to the site of EACH matchup to get you ready. Warriors on the road in Milwaukee tonight... we have a live report before the game on the new lineup that Steve Kerr has unlocked. Number 1 pick, Cooper Flagg continues to shine - but he could have even more put on his shoulders very soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The north never forgets.... and neither, apparently, does Giannis... What he said after last night's statement performance that might change how the East looks at Milwaukee...Something's shifting in Philly, and it starts with Maxey and a rookie turning heads. We'll explain what's brewing next. New developments in the league's ongoing gambling investigation and the major financial implications ahead...Still to come....Not 1, not 2, not 3 nor 4. Windy power ranks his top FIVE teams following week 1. Is their a surprise at the top? Pack your bags and grab your passports, we're going TRAVELING. Kinda...we're counting down the most egregious travel no-calls in NBA history. We'll explain...Hear from Jimmy Butler following Golden State's blowout win in the Bay. What's been the key to the Dubs success so far and can they reach another level? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ho hum, another must-see night from Victor Wembanyama. Hear from the phenom on what sticks out MOST about his red hot start to the season...For the first time since we learned of Giannis' reported interest in the Knicks, the Greek Freak faces off against New York. We have updates for you on Cooper Flagg. What's the latest on his shoulder and why do his Mavs rank DEAD last in offensive efficiency? Not the combo you'd expect to shake up the East... but this one? It's working. Why this unlikely pair is suddenly must-watch TV. And with the Knicks bringing the spotlight to Milwaukee tonight, we'll tell you why this matchup could be more significant than just the box score...Fresh off a career-night we have Lauri Markkanen is joining the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We pose the question: what or WHO has fueled Wemby's scorching start to the season? The answer's gonna surprise you...What does Cooper Flagg have in common with T-Mac, Kobe, Dwight, and Bron? Full analysis of the rook's historical weekend is on deck... No Doncic, no problem. Not when Austin Reaves is dropping 51-burgers on the road. Hear from Austin on his career night AND all the up to the minute news on Luka's injuries......After last week's bombshell charges, is the NBA rethinking how it handles injury reports? The latest from the league office... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We did have two excellent games last night: Steph delivered a vintage Curry Flurry and has Big Perk believing in the Bay... He breaks down the key for them to contend out West. Shai Gilgeous Alexander just had a 55 point wing dinner! All flats!! Chiney tells us why the MVP is getting even better. Still to come... Steph Curry wasn't alone.. Anthony Edwards was one of record 5 players with a 40-point performance in season openers... What can ANT put up against the Lakers in his second game tonight. Victor Wembanyama with an out-of-this world performance on Wednesday, we tell you how Wemby did it, and can this Texas-sized outing be sustainable?The latest of the Lakers' sale and what it means for their pursuit of championship number eighteen... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start NBA Today with a developing story... Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups is charged in an illegal poker operation tied to the Mafia. Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is among several people charged in a separate but related illegal sports betting case where he's being accused of using NBA insider information. Normally a 1 for 9 night from Embiid would be the story for the Sixers, but did you see what VJ Edgecombe did? We're talking Philly...What was the key that unlocked Wemby's historical night? Brian Windhorst says the answer goes back to Victor's teenage days? Up to the minute updates on this morning's arrests that shocked the NBA. We've got reporters standing by across the country with everything you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you know the COMBINED age of Wemby and Coop is still younger than LeBron James? The future of the league takes center stage tonight and we've got a live report from Texas...Shams is here by with ALL the intel you need ahead of tonight's insane 12-game slate! The latest on Embiid, Ja, and so much more...Andscape offers an inside look at the heartbreak of Cleveland's 2nd round loss last season. Hear from the Cavs core 4 on why this season will be different. Still to come....24 teams in action tonight. Who's in, who's out? And how's Coop feeling ahead of his NBA debut on ESPN. Shams and MacMahon are standing by...A heartbreaker for Houston but what did we learn about the Rockets that bodes well for the season? Chiney shows us.What stood out to big Perk about Wardell and the Warriors' big win? We go to the tape to examine "the Steph effect". Keep it locked! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luka Doncic and the Lakers open the season tonight against the Warriors but it will be without LeBron James as he continues to recover from sciatica. After sixteen seasons and four titles… Steph told me something that might surprise you about where his focus is now. What's driving the greatest shooter alive heading into Year 17? Tonight, as OKC raises its banner, Kevin Durant walks back through the door he once closed, this time in Rockets Red... find out why he's seeing this new chapter in Houston differently than any before. Steve Kerr breaks out the tape with Tim Legler in the latest installment of Coaches Corner... find out how he is reimagining the Warriors' identity around #30.... And it may be day 1 of the NBA season, but it's never too early to make our picks for MVP! Who's got the best case to dethrone SGA and keep him from going back-to-back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Durant will enter the season with a brand new contract extension... 2 years and $90 million dollars. Tim Legler's Coach's Corner continues with Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle... find out what adjustments he is already making to get Indiana back in contention... Russell Westbrook has been giving us meme magic for years and now, the Kings era is off to a viral start... what did he say that has instantly became the newest addition to that collection? Giannis is flying high again, literally... but how much does this version of the Greek Freak raise the Bucks ceiling in the East? Our experts have the intel on how Joel Embiid's feeling following his nice night.... Is this the year of the Cavalier? Donovan Mitchell gave Andscape an INSIDE look at his his playoff heartbreak, his engaging offseason, and how he's approaching season 9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel Embiid WILL be in action tonight for the Sixers last preseason game. How much will you see him on the floor and what does this accelerated timeline mean for the Sixers season? And as this is the finals night of the preseason, here in Los Angeles, we have news on the Lakers plan for Luka later against Sacramento and news on Bradley Beal. Plus Danny Green takes us inside a special program that's bringing basketball inside prison walls- and why it's so much more than just a game of pick up. … Steph Curry and Steve Kerr have been together for 11 seasons, but how and where did their relationship begin? We reveal the story. Anthony Edwards got advice from Michael Jordan and used it against the Bulls last night!!!! We'll breakdown ANT-MAN's spectacular move... It's our Friday! So come play our hit game with us....can you match the wildest quotes of the week to the player that said it? Keep it locked! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cooper Flagg has soared above his rookie class this preseason.. BUT we'll show you why Jason Kidd may have some questions about where he fits in the lineup. LaMelo Ball put on a show last night - NOW how does he take his game to the next level? Perk's got some ideas... LeBron James is OUT to start the season, but how long will the Lakers have to tread water without him? Mike Brown joins Tim Legler for our new coaches corner segment... You'll want to hear how the Knicks head coach envisions his offense this season! Erik Spolestra joins the NBA Today to talk about his new job as Head Coach of USA Basketball and the big changes that the team faces going into Los Angeles in 2028.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a packed show coming up.... including a high flying Zion sighting last night... How he can keep this up in the preseason. Plus... why there is so much more to the Steph Curry show than just Steph this preseason. We'll reveal all the surprising developments in the Bay. And speaking of reveals, JJ Reddick takes us inside his new approach for the Lakers this season. Will JJ be able to answer all the questions our panel has about the Lakers defense? A renaissance is happening across the NBA and I've got the perfect people by my side to break down this BIG trend. Cooper Flagg has been impressive this preseason and tonight he faces the Lakers... We have a live report from Las Vegas on NBA Today.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tonight, we get the first glimpse of Luka Doncic this season. How much will he play? And will we see him tomorrow against the Mavs? A live report ahead. The Mavs gave us a glimpse of how they plan to build their new look offense around Cooper Flagg. What IS that plan and will it work? Perk's here to tell us. Wemby is back doing extra terrestrial things on the basketball court like ONLY he can. The Bucks put up how many 3 pointers this weekend? What sort of blueprint is this for their season and is this a recipe to keep Giannis? Our exclusive interview with Doc Rivers. As Joel Embiid nears a possible return to the floor, Perk and Boban team up for a Big Man Ballin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One week everyone's speculating you could end up a Knick...the next? Your current team signs your brother. Shams is stopping by to tell us what it means..Wemby's back in action and ballin...BUT there's another Spur that has everyone talking. We breakdown Dylan Harper's debut and what it means for the pecking order out West. What made the Aces title so special? Our experts are standing by to spotlight why title #3 might be the most unique and challenging of ALL time. Another day, another SGA accolade. How is the freshly selected GQ top-50 most stylish humans alive getting OKC ready to repeat? It's still preseason... but don't tell Jonathan Kuminga! Did this NASTY rack attack land the top spot on NBA Today's BIG 3? You gotta stick around to find out...The Clippers are finally in the news for basketball reasons! How's Kawhi feeling following his bout vs Jokic? Hear from the Klaw himself... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron James' 23rd NBA season hits an early roadblock.... Our injury analyst is here to explain what's really going on and how long before we see him back in purple and gold. We've got the top moments from last night's preseason games and some of these highlights will make you forget it's still October. From early struggles to the edge of history, the Aces are one win from a third title in four years. Is tonight the moment their dynasty becomes undeniable? The Clippers are the league's oldest team, but we're about to show you how this squad is proving age is nothing but a number.. Did we just witness the greatest preseason shot of ALL TIME? The trick shot that still has us asking, how did THAT go in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some day when we close the book on A'ja Wilson's career - THIS might be the moment and the image that we put on page 1... A new city, a new uniform, and maybe… a new Big Three? We have the highlights from KD's Rockets debut and why it's who's AROUND him that might create the biggest threat in the west... A 51-point fourth quarter in the preseason? We'll show you what fueled Golden State's late surge and what we learned last night about the Warriors depth... Speaking of clutch... Perk's rolling out his Big List of Playoff Heroes, and there's 1 surprise pick on there you really do NOT want to miss.... The latest NBA GM survey is out, and just WAIT until you hear Big Perk's reaction to where Luka & Lebron's Lakers rank out West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steph Curry and Victor Wembanyama will both suit up for their second preseason outings tonight. We have details on how many minutes Curry will play and why nobody knows what to expect from Victor Wembanyama. Speaking of a walking highlight reel.. We'll get our first look at Kevin Durant on the floor in H-Town as he kicks off makes his Rockets debut to kick off year 19... But all things considered... that's just preseason basketball... Tonight in the W, we have game 3 of the finals!!! ...We are watching the GOAT author her career in real time. 4x MVP A'ja Wilson - looking to propel the Las Vegas Aces to take a commanding 3 game lead over the triple double queen Alyssa Thomas and the PHX Mercury.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start our show with a developing story.. Our Shams Charania reported early this morning that Giannis Antetokoumpo expressed questions about the Bucks ability to truly contend over the summer to the his front office .. And as the two sides discussed a path forward.. it became clear that there was another place that Giannis wanted to play outside of Milwaukee... And that was with the New York Knicks...Victor Wembanyama and Cooper Flagg were in midseason form last night. We tell you why they may be running the entire league sooner than later. The Aces took the first two Finals games.. Head out LIVE to Phoenix for a report on what the Mercury NEED to change to get back into this series. Did you guys see Jokic's incredible pass last night?! It was ** THIS ** close from being one of the best passes of his career. Which got us thinking... what are the best plays that COULDV'E BEEN?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chef Curry is back in the kitchen for year 17... Steph and the new-look Warriors, had instant chemistry last night... This pair of ACES is putting up some ALL TIME numbers in the Finals, but don't count out Phoenix - we'll tell you why. The Number One pick is ready to take the court - we are live in Fort Worth for Cooper Flagg's preseason debut with the Mavs. Victor Wembanyama returned to the floor over the weekend, you'll want to see what eye popping plays Wemby made in his first game back! Cathy Engelbert responds to Napheesa Collier's comments from last week, and the fallout from the commish's comments... What impact will it have on C-B-A negotiations? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices