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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

Hello from Las Vegas: a city built on bright lights, big bets and high stakes. Tonight, all the cards will be on the table: Game 1 of the 2025 WNBA Finals. A dynasty cemented or a rapid rebuild rewarded. We had more international preseason action this morning in the NBA! Our first impressions of the new-and-improved Zion Williamson who was flying high in Australia! My exclusive interview with Steph Curry. He reflects on his 17-year Career and how much longer he sees himself playing in the league. I chat with Finals newcomer Satou Sabally and she has a message for those doubting her Mercury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We head out to Abu Dhabi as the start of the NBA preseason is underway with Jalen Brunson and the Knicks... Big Perk tells us the BIG changes he's already seeing. AND... we're just over 24 hours from the start of the WNBA Finals! We tell you why this series may come down to which star shines brightest: Aja Wilson or Alyssa Thomas... PLUS.. sticking in the W-- The Indiana Fever just held their exit interviews and let me tell you.. Caitlin Clark spoke about Napheesa Collier's comments for the first time... We all know that Anthony Edwards can jump out the gym... but you won't believe how he says he plans on taking a leap this season...And... Zion's slimmed down and taken his talents to the land down under as the Pelicans are in Australia.. but is his new look enough to put his team back on the map? Plus... a live report from San Antonio on why it might already be Wemby's world and the rest of the league is just living it.. Plus... Proof? BIg Perk is learning french! All that and more right after this Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Las Vegas Aces are 4 wins away from their 3rd title in 4 years... After punching their ticket to the WNBA Finals and locking in a matchup with the Phoenix Mercury...Coming up.. As the 76ers and Knicks tipoff in Abu Dhabi for Thursday's exhibition, our Brian Windhorst updates us on Joel Embiid could return to the floor... The Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga finally reach a deal as Shams shares who else will be joining Kuminga on the Warriors roster.. Donovan Mitchell's exclusive conversation with Marc Spears and explains how the Cavs plan to regroup after a disappointing playoff run last season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We catch you up on the most important injury updates, what Giannis said about commitment to Milwaukee, Ant's conversation with MJ and anything else you may have missed from Monday's media day. We hear from Kawhi Leonard for the first time on the allegations of cap circumvention. Ramona Shelburne was the one asking him the questions, and joins us... just ahead,. The Fever and Aces Game 5 tonight. Who advances in this win or go home game tonight?! We have live reports ahead of Game 5. But that's not the biggest story in the W. Jayson Tatum tore his achilles just over three months ago and is already back on the court working out... Hear when he said he will return to the line up for the Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are just 22 days left til the opening night of the NBA season. But today feels like the unofficial start of the season.... It's Media Day where 25 teams took to the mic's around the league and over the next hour we'll catch you up on what everyone's got to say with the start of year right around the corner.How far can Giannis take the Bucks in the east? You would be surprised how far an MVP could take Milwaukee this season... The Rockets got reinforcements when they traded for KD... What Durant had to say about his first day on the job in Houston and if he this will be for more than just a one year stint... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time in over eight years, LeBron is set to be a Free Agent next summer. Hear from Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick on if they expect one of the best players of all time to end his career in LA. The 76ers held their media day this morning. Hear what Joel Embiid had to say about his health and when he expects to be fully back. Who takes a 2-1 lead tonight in the W? Phoenix Mercury star Satou Sabally joins the show to talk about her keys for in a pivotal game 3 against the Lynx. Do the Fever have enough moxie to make the Aces fold 'em? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA season is going to be here before we know it, friends. Just 26 days separate us and the sweet joy of opening night! Teams around the league are getting ready for preseason to tip off. And teams that are playing internationally already have training camp underway, including the Knicks, Josh Hart is on the court with a brace on that injured finger as they get ready to open their preseason Abu Dhabi against the Sixers...Joel Embiid is in the gym, but his status for those games and the season is still up in the air. We hope to hear from him on Friday, along with the rest of the Sixers, for the first time since he had surgery. Hall of Famer, Dwight Howard joins us he's got a surprise answer for his favorite current NBA hooper ...AND the Sixers are taking it all the way back to 2001. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The good news? Devin's on the Books until 2030. The bad? The forecast is looking a little gloomy in Phoenix. Hear what Booker thinks of the Suns revamped roster...NEXT on NBA Today What's the biggest question mark surrounding the Knicks and why does it involve the iron man Josh Hart? We debate what N-Y needs to solve before the season starts..We actually have some good news out of Phoenix! And it involves Steve Nash. So much so we're counting down his top plays as a Sun. We'll explain...With the October 1 deadline for restricted free agents FAST approaching, can we expect the Kuminga deal sometime soon? Shams is here with some news... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today... an eventful media day in New York. Hear from Jalen Brunson on his expectations for the season.Staying in N-Y...startling news on the Liberty front. What led to Sand Brondello's firing and where do the defending champs go from here? What will be the deciding factor in tonight's pair of game 2's in the W? Our panel of experts are standing by to get you ready for the semis! Hear from Zion to open the new season... What's at stake for the former #1 pick this season and is it fair to say it's make or break time in New Orleans? Brian Windhorst is gonna tell us...Where do the Rockets turn for help following Fred VanVleet's ACL injury? Could a trade be in the works in H-Town? Big Money Bobby Marks has the answers.. Six time all-star and NBA champion Jayson Tatum is joining the show! Could he ACTUALLY return to action this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could we see a new AND improved version Zion Williamson this season? Our experts spotlight why year 7 could FINALLY be the big fella's time to shine...Who needs a crystal ball when we've got a player poll? We react to the voices around the association picking the King's next team. That's NEXT on NBA Today.Coming up on NBA today....Are we witnessing the greatest player in WNBA history in real time? We've got you covered with wall-to-wall analysis of A'ja's historical season...AND...We know who won MVP this season, but do SGA's peers think he's the best player in the league? A full breakdown of the NBA player poll is minutes away...If LeBron leaves LA eventually, what's his most likely destination? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Winner winner chicken dinner!...Coming up on NBA Today. Not one but TWO instant classics in the W. How did BOTH the Aces and Fever punch their tickets to round 2? We unpack the drama..What does Luka's dominant Summer mean for both the Lakers AND the NBA? Dave McMenamin has the latest from Bron, Luka, and Rob Pelinka..32 days away from tip and Kuminga is STILL without a roster. Could we see some movement this weekend? Stick around for the latest on the stalemate in Golden State...He's teased it a handful of times, but just HOW close are we to LeBron's swan song season? Hear from the King himself.. Becky Hammon joins the show to talk last night's dramatic win AND to preview the Aces 2nd round matchup with the Fever... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are seconds away from exclusively revealing the 2025 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year right here on our show. Who will be taking home the hardware? As training camp approach, WHO does Dallas turn to for point guard duties with Kyrie out to start to season? Tim MacMahon details the Mavs' plans.. We are 33 days out from tip but questions loom large in LA. role? What can we expect from LeBron and Luka's first full season together. What do the defending champs have left in the tank after last night's blowout loss at the hands of the Mercury? The peerless Holly Rowe stops by with the latest on Stewie....We head West to discuss PERHAPS the top contender to dethrone the OKC Thunder. Can we trust the Rockets to launch a championship season? Steph's been hitting the gym! With a whole lot of onlookers. What does this mean for the Warriors quest for championship #5? Something, nothing or everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Storm and Fever pull off the IMPROBABLE... Chiney has just now recovered from watching Nneka to show us EXACTLY how they forced a game 3. Plus Stewie's first comments ahead of Game 2 tonight. We do a deep-dive into what the past six years has been truly-like for Kawhi and the Clippers. What's next in this controversial saga? And... we have a special guest on today's show!! Hall of Famer Pau Gasol makes his NBA Today debut! Remember when Giannis said winning Bronze at FIBA was the top accomplishment of his career? Well lucky for us Pau is sticking around to offer some context to those comments...SPEAKING of international hoops, it's never too early to talk the 2028 Olympics! Could we see a near 40-year old KD suit up for team USA? Hear from the superstar himself....Are we nearing the end of an era here in Clipper land? Baxter Holmes investigates what he reports is behind the scenes stress, and price, of working with Kawhi... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You know what they say... what happens in Vegas! In this case 'what happens in Vegas deserves a closer look'... After a 53 point loss to start August... They've rattled off 17 straight wins dating back to the regular season... and with a victory tonight.. they will tie the 2001 Sparks for the longest winning streak in the history of the WNBA... we've got the best in the business: Chiney Ogwukmike and Andraya Carter.. ... Luka Doncic opens up to the Wall Street Journal about adjusting to life with the Lakers and what advice LeBron gave him...Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon joins the show! We catch up with the Denver forward about his 6th season in the Mile High City and how high his own game can go! And speaking of reaching incredible heights... How did the rookie of the year set such incredible marks in her first season? Andraya Carter has the answer for you... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The WNBA playoffs tipped off Sunday with no room for a feel-out game in the best-of-3 first round. All 8 teams were in action. After a health scare last season... Wemby is gearing up for a return, what are his chances to win M-V-P? We discuss...After leading Greece to a bronze medal in EuroBasket, Giannis reflected on what winning bronze meant to him... What he had to say might surpise you!!! We look ahead to the 2028 Olympics, here in Los Angeles! Who are the 5 most important players that could don the stars and stripes in 3 years?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to NBA Today... but on this fine Friday, we start in the WNBA because the playoff picture is set! And regular season award ballots have been cast! Big Perk is BIG fired up about a particular player out West. Hear from the big fella on why this upcoming season is make or break time for a player who has been historically fine in the west. Can the Knicks take the next step this season? Our experts hone in on ONE glaring area New York needs to address first ahead of the playoffs tipping in two days, we've got ALL the best WOW moments from a crazy W season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Friends, we have arrived... at the final day of the Regular Season in the WNBA! We've been treated to a league record 282 regular season games so far... and yet there is still so much more to be decided before the clock strikes midnight on the East coast and the playoff picture crystallizes. The Bay's newest team is already shaking up the WNBA with soldout crowds and a playoff berth in only Year 1! How are they getting ready to take on a top seed in the playoffs? Head Coach Natalie Nakase joins live after the break. It's Year 17, and Steph just made a bold claim about his game and where it's headed…Could this be the start of one more Golden run? And skills pay the bills, and Big Perk's about to show you which ones cash the biggest checks. His Big List of the NBA's top skills dominating the court today is on deck. We'll be right back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erica Wheeler confirms there will be a Storm rolling through the playoffs!....Coming up on NBA Today, the great 8 is set.... but the seedings? Still up for grabs We get you ready for the final 2 nights of the W season...Her resume is longer than a CVS receipt. 7-time all star, 3-time MVP, and WNBA scoring leader A'Ja Wilson is stopping by! How's she feeling about her Aces? ) And we are waiting on the commissioner, Adam Silver to speak any moment... the Board of Governors meeting is in progress - there will be lots of questions on the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard and lots more... All around the world, Philly is spreading the word... Joel Embiid is back practicing.. Is this a sign the former MVP is returning to old form? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today, with fresh eyes and the season just a few weeks away, so we're going to wrap up the biggest moves of the summer. How realistic is a Luka vs Giannis euroleague Finals? After Doncic dropped 42, what more magic does he have in store? The TOWER OF POWER is just minutes away! Windy's gonna bless us with his Wisdom when he reveals his top 5 faces in new places. You don't wanna miss this list... What's Luka got in store for the Germans following his 42 point masterpiece on Sunday? A FULL preview of the Euro quarterfinals...And Chiney, we're going into Year 5 as teammates on NBA Today... these two go back to the Cavs days.... we just need lil Kev. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back baby. Our insiders are standing by with ALL the intel on the drama surrounding Kawhi and the Clips. What's the latest and what does it mean for LA's upcoming season? Speaking of DRAMA: 4 nights left in the WNBA season and just 1 playoff spot available. Who does our panel of experts like to claim it? Keep it locked...The world already knows their name...but now they're standing in the hall of fame! We recap the best sights and sounds from the world's greatest hoopers. Only 1 playoff spot remains for either the Storm or Sparks. Seattle All-Star Gabby Williams is stopping by NEXT to break down her squad's huge week....Of all the buckets from his now HALL OF FAME career, which bucket was your favorite from Carmelo Anthony? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just how much Thunder is in the long term forecast and *who*, or *what* is their biggest obstacle in repeating? Our meterologists are on the case! Hear from Nick Nurse on Joel Embiid's early season availabiilty. Should the Sixers embark on a youth movement? Someone on this panel thinks so...67 days til the 2025 season starts and the Warriors STILL have not made a move. Our insiders are stopping by with the latest on Kuminga, Jimmy, Steph , and more. You've heard about skinny Luka, but what about catch and shoot LeBron? We delve in and dissect the dawning of a new era in Laker Land... How we feeling about the rookie class OTHER than the headliner Cooper Flagg? We'll tell you which dates to circle and who's gonna show out this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to NBA Today's Schedule Release Show! Twelve hundred games are on the slate this season—and we've gone through and pulled out the best of the best.This season's not just about the schedule... it's about the chase. From LeBron to KD to Jokic, the all-time numbers they're eyeing could add to their legacies… or spark new debates. And circle your calendars! Not all games are created equal...Some are personal. We're talking the revenge matchups that could bring all the drama. Luka knows as well as anyone that a lot can change in a year… we're revealing the stars returning to old stomping grounds that will be must-watch TV... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA schedule is dropping all week - we have brand new games and dates. But first, here's what we already know... Here's a look at the first 2 nights, October 21st and 22nd... with the defending champs tipping off the season with ring night against Kevin Durant and the Rockets. The Fever's comeback falls short against the Wings as Indy remains without Caitlin Clark. We have an update on her status with the playoffs a month away...Opening night in OKC, the Thunder will raise their first championship banner, with Kevin Durant in the building. Is the bigger statement coming from the defending champs, or their former MVP?James Harden's all-time teammate starting five has some Hall of Fame firepower, including himself… but it's the names he left OFF that might be the most telling. Why his list is raising eyebrows... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices