NBA Today
522 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★ - 178 ratingsWith in-depth, comprehensive daily coverage of all aspects of the NBA, Malika Andrews and a vibrant cast of expert analysts and reporters offer their distinct perspectives on the game. She is joined by analysts Vince Carter, Chiney Ogwumike, and Kendrick Perkins, along with Senior Writer Zach Lowe. Ramona Shelburne and Adrian Wojnarowski will be among the top reporters contributing updates from around the league.
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Episodes
Harden's timeline; FIBA World Cup; Mavs, Kings outlooks
July 21, 2023 20:17 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: James Harden sends a message to the Sixers. Just how uncomfortable is he willing to make things in Philly for Daryl Morey? Plus, the FIBA World Cup is coming this summer. USA's roster is stocked with young stars, but which international team poses the biggest threat to a US gold medal? And we'll head out West to take a look at the Mavs' and Kings' outlooks for the upcoming season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
West Over/Unders; Ayton's message for the haters, Ben Simmons' future
July 21, 2023 19:26 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: A super roster like the Suns brings all the smoke, how one Sun is looking get ahead of the hate... Plus, Ben Simmons has gone from All-NBA to all questions. What the Nets star can do to change his narrative... And who has the most signature shot in NBA history? Perk has a big list for just such a question... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Draymond on CP3; Trust the Process?; East Over/Unders
July 20, 2023 02:55 - 49 minutesComing up on NBA today: Draymond Green had some interesting comments about the addition of long-time rival Chris Paul. We discuss what it's like working with people you don't necessarily like... Plus, Ramona has the latest on Daryl Morey's plan for the Sixers' future... And we'll head out East to make some over/under picks... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cam Whitmore joins the show; Latest on Embiid; Which teams are one piece away?
July 18, 2023 20:23 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: Could this be a make-or-break season for Joel Embiid this season with the Sixers? Ramona Shelburne has the latest coming out of Philadelphia... Plus, five years ago today, the Toronto Raptors traded for Kawhi Leonard and the rest is history. We discuss which team are one piece away right now... And Summer League MVP Cam Whitmore joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steph Curry joins the show; Embiid's future; LeBron goes back to 23
July 17, 2023 20:28 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: Steph Curry joins the show! Plus, hear what Joel Embiid had to say about winning a championship, whether it's in Philly or not... And LeBron is changing his number back to 23. So that begs the question—which version of the LeBron is best? 6 or 23? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lillard, Harden, Brown updates; Threats out West; WNBA All-Star Weekend preview
July 14, 2023 20:29 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: Dame, Harden, Jaylen. Woj is here to tell you everything you need to know about the three biggest questions of the NBA offseason... Plus, thee Nuggets stream rolled the NBA playoffs. But the West has retooled. We'll pick the top threats to the reigning the champs! And WNBA All-Star weekend is ready to tip off! We've got the latest from Las Vegas... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Behind the Beal trade; LeBron expectations; ESPYs moments
July 13, 2023 23:01 - 28 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Brian WIndhorst joins to tell us exactly how the Suns were able to trade for Bradley Beal. Are they the biggest threats to the Nuggets? Plus, we'll react to last night's ESPYs, including what LeBron had to say about his future... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LeBron's legacy; Wembanyama convo; Vegas win totals
July 12, 2023 20:31 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: Rich Paul says LeBron James is motivated as we approach a new season, but can he still lead the Lakers to a title? Plus, Victor Wembanyama's Summer League is over after two games, but what's next for the French phenom? Hear from the #1 pick.... And we'll take a look at some Vegas win totals... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Harden's future; Brown's super max; Rookie roundup
July 12, 2023 14:12 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: We head out to Philly to check on James Harden's situation with the 76ers. Our insiders tell us what they're hearing about his future... Plus, we have the latest on Jaylen Brown's looming super max extension with the Celtics and what it means for the organization moving forward... And it's time for a little rookie round up! Who has been the biggest surprise so far in summer league? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Live from Vegas Summer League; Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton join the show
July 07, 2023 20:27 - 48 minutesNBA Today is live from Vegas Summer League and we've got some very special guests: Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Haliburton join the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dame watch; Mavs make a move; Summer League check-in
July 06, 2023 20:21 - 47 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Woj takes us inside all of the trade talks surrounding Damian Lillard, and Bobby Marks joins with some wild card landing spots... Plus, we'll break down the new-look Mavs and Celtics after yesterday's Grant Williams trade... And NBA Summer League is in full swing. We'll check in on some of the top young stars... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dame Destinations; Harden in the Hamptons; Remaining Free Agents
July 05, 2023 21:18 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Where could we see Dame Lillard land after his trade request? Woj will stop by with the latest coming out of Portland... And where will James Harden play next season? Could he be on the move or will we see him in a Sixers uniform next season? Plus, we are 6 days into free agency and some notable names are still on the board. Who is the best free agent available? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lillard + Harden updates; Anthony Edwards gets max extension; Best out West?
July 03, 2023 20:32 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Where could we see Damian Lillard land after requesting a trade this past weekend? Woj has the latest coming out of Portland... And speaking of trades, James Harden's future is also uncertain. Could we still see him in a Sixers jersey next season? Bobby Marks maps out the potential trades... Plus, are the Suns the biggest threats to the throne in the West after adding another shooter to the mix? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bradley Beal introduced; Latest free agency buzz
June 29, 2023 20:18 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The sun is rising in Phoenix! Bradley Beal has officially been introduced by the Suns. Hear what he had to say about teaming up with KD and Booker... And we're just over 24 hours away from the official start of free agency! We have the latest on what James Harden and Kyrie Irving could do, plus much, much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brook Lopez joins the show; Looming Lakers decisions; Kyrie's future
June 28, 2023 20:59 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: Free agency is now only two days away and the Lakers have some looming decisions to make on some key players. What should their priority be this weekend? And Kyrie Irving is one of the biggest names in free agency. Ramona Shelburne has the very latest with what Dallas could do with the former NBA champ... Plus, another highly coveted free agent joins the show live! Brook Lopez tells us his expectations heading into the offseason... Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Latest on Lillard; Potential moves; Sixers' Harden decision
June 27, 2023 22:45 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Woj joins with the latest developments in Damian Lillard's future in Portland. Big Perk has some big thoughts on the situation... Plus, Bobby Marks joins to share which teams he thinks could make a move in the next several days... And the 76ers have a big decision to make on James Harden. Is signing him to a new contract the right move for Philly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Draft recap + Blockbuster trades
June 23, 2023 21:04 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: We react to last night's NBA Draft, as well as some trades that shook up the league! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Draft Day Eve + one-on-one with Victor Wembanyama
June 21, 2023 20:23 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Our own Malika Andrews sat down with Victor Wembanyama for an extensive discussion, which includes his first interactions with Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich... Plus, Woj stops by with the latest surrounding the top of the draft... And speaking of the draft, Jonathan Givony joins to break down some draft prospects... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Damian Lillard's future; Bradley Beal's fit; Tik Talkin' with Richard
June 21, 2023 03:02 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Brian Windhorst stops by with the latest on Dame Lillard's future with the Blazers. Do the Blazers owe it to Dame to trade the pick? Plus, the Suns traded for Bradley Beal, but how will he fit with KD and Devin Booker in Phoenix? Richard has some thoughts... And Richard also answers your Tik Tok questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Suns trade for Bradley Beal; Chris Paul's future; Draymond Green opts out
June 19, 2023 20:15 - 49 minutesComing up on NBA today: Bradley Beal is headed to the Valley of the Sun! Woj is standing by with how the Beal deal was made. Perk on why they should be considered the favorite next season... Plus, what does this all mean for Chris Paul? We assess the options for the Hall of Fame point guard and where he best fits. And Draymond Green is officially an unrestricted free agent. Could this be the end of the Warriors' big 3? We have the very latest coming out of the Bay... Learn more about your ad ...
Ja Morant suspended; Michael Jordan selling Hornets; Warriors hire new GM
June 16, 2023 20:16 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Woj joins with the latest on the NBA's decision to suspend Ja Morant for 25 games... Plus, it's the end of an era in Charlotte, as Michael Jordan is selling his majority stake in the Hornets... And it's the start of a new era in Golden State, as the Warriors hire Mike Dunleavy Jr. as their new GM... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nuggets parade; Bradley Beal update; Draft talk with Jonathan Givony
June 15, 2023 20:16 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: There's no place like home, but there's certainly no place like parade day in the Mile High City! We have the must see moments from the celebration taking place right now! Plus, Woj joins with the latest on Bradley Beal's situation in Washington. Our panel on the realistic landing spots for the 3-time All-Star.... And Jonathan Givony joins to talk draft! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bradley Beal landing spots; Doc Rivers on James Harden; Erik Spoelstra on Heat's future
June 14, 2023 21:35 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: The offseason is officially underway! Woj and Bobby Marks join with the latest on Bradley Beal's trade options this summer... Plus, Doc Rivers had some very interesting comments about James Harden's fit in Philly. If Harden opts out this summer, who could be the best fit to pair with Embiid? And hear what Erik Spoelstra had to say at the Heat's exit interviews... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nuggets win their first NBA title
June 13, 2023 21:21 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: The Nuggets are NBA Champs! We'll react to their incredible run... Plus, Malika sat down with Nikola Jokic for an exclusive interview following last night's win. Hear what the Finals MVP had to say... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Game 5 preview; Nikola Jokic interview
June 12, 2023 20:45 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Our crew is live from Denver, previewing tonight's Game 5... Plus, Malika's exclusive sit down conversation with all-world superstar Nikola Jokic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Game 4 preview; Best guard landing spots
June 09, 2023 20:22 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: We're breaking down everything ahead of tonight's pivotal Game 4 in Miami... Plus, there are some marquee players who could be on the move this offseason. We dive into some ideal landing spots for the All-Star guards... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nuggets go up 2-1; Jamal Murray interview; Latest on Chris Paul
June 08, 2023 20:21 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The Nuggets are now only two games away from their first franchise title ever! How Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray etched their names in history... And speaking of Denver's dynamic duo, Malika sat down with Jamal Murray fresh off his 30-point triple double! His thoughts on Game 4 tomorrow night... Plus, we have the latest on Chris Paul's potential fallout of Phoenix. What does the future hold for him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Game 3 preview; Gabe Vincent joins the show
June 07, 2023 20:37 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: We are hours away until tip off here in Miami! Who takes Game 3? We make our game picks... Plus, from undrafted to starting in the Finals, Gabe Vincent's ascendance is one of the best stories of the season. He joins the show! And he's just one of the many players who's stepped up this postseason. But who steps up tonight? Richard, Perk, and Windy give us their picks... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Live from Miami; Bam Adebayo interview
June 06, 2023 21:20 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: From the Mile High to Biscayne Bay! We hear from both the Heat and Nuggets ahead of Wednesday's Game 3... Plus, Zach, Richard, and Perk break down the adjustments the Nuggets need to take home-court advantage back... And Malika sits down with the Heat's do-it-all star Bam Adebayo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Heat even the series + Bill Walton joins the show
June 05, 2023 20:17 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today... We have a series! Miami ties it up at one apiece after a thrilling finish to last night's game. Who has the momentum heading back to South Beach? And Michael Malone was NOT happy about his team's effort in Game 2. Danny Green breaks down where it went wrong for Denver... Plus, the one, the only, Hall of Famer Bill Walton joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nuggets win Game 1
June 02, 2023 22:52 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: The Nuggets brought the attitude in the altitude last night! Was it just a preview of what's to come for the rest of the series? We discuss... Plus, Richard and Perk give us their biggest adjustments that the Heat need to make for Game 2... And Woj has the latest on the new Phoenix Suns head coach and how it could impact KD and Booker... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Finals Preview
June 01, 2023 21:01 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: We have an extended version of our exclusive conversation with Jimmy Butler... Plus, Woj has the latest on Tyler Herro's status. Might we see him this series? And we'll pick our winners for Game 1 and the series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Live from Finals Media Day
May 31, 2023 20:20 - 49 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Malika sits down with Mike Malone, Aaron Gordon, and Erik Spoelstra at Finals Media Day... Plus, Tristan Thompson joins in studio to share his insight on playing the Nuggets in the WCF... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Finals are set; Bob Myers steps down as Warriors GM
May 30, 2023 20:20 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: We recap the Heat's Game 7 victory over the Celtics and look forward to their Finals matchup with the Nuggets... Plus, Woj joins to discuss Bob Myers' stepping down as Warriors GM... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ECF Game 5 preview
May 25, 2023 20:30 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The Celtics are 3 games from making history, but only one from becoming it. How Boston can force the Heat to Game 6 and what it could mean if they don't... Plus, the Nuggets are getting Finals ready, we get an inside perspective on what it is like to be a part of Denver's potent offense: Austin Rivers joins us... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jamal Murray joins the show; Celtics stay alive; Woj on Suns' next coach
May 25, 2023 00:16 - 47 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Nuggets star Jamal Murray will stop by the show LIVE! His feelings ahed of his first Finals appearance... Plus, we break down how the Celtics forced a Game 5 last night in Miami... And after failing to reach expectations, who will be coaching KD and Booker next season? Woj joins with the latest... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nuggets sweep the Lakers; LeBron's future; Celtics-Heat Game 4 preview
May 23, 2023 21:27 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: The Nuggets swept the Lakers last night to advance to the Finals for the first time in franchise history. Our panel reacts... Plus, after getting swept for only the third time in his career, LeBron had some interesting comments about his future playing in the NBA... And the Celtics are on the ropes tonight in Miami. Do they have a fighter's chance against the white-hot Heat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Heat go up 3-0; Lakers-Nuggets Game 4 preview; Carmelo retires
May 22, 2023 20:14 - 47 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The Heat are one game away from a trip back to the Finals after their blowout win last night in South Beach. How exactly are they getting it done? Plus, speaking of the Finals, will the Nuggets end it tonight in LA? Or can LeBron and the Lakers avoid getting swept? And 10-time all star Carmelo Anthony announced his retirement today. We relive some of the best moments from one of the greatest scorers to ever step foot onto the court... Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Heat take Game 1; WCF Game 2 preview; WNBA is back
May 18, 2023 22:52 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Miami continues their playoff dominance, taking Game 1 in Boston. Perk tells us why it's time to stop sleeping on the Heat... And from the East to the West. Is it a must win for LA tonight? Why Michael Malone isn't worried about the Lakers' late-game adjustment they made on Jokic... Plus, the 27th WNBA season kicks off tomorrow and we have Commissioner Cathy Engelbert here to tell us everything we need to know about this upcoming season... Learn more about your ad choices....
Nuggets take Game 1; Spurs win the lottery; Celtics-Heat preview
May 17, 2023 22:30 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: It was too little too late for the Lakers last night in Denver. But did they find the key to slowing down Jokic? Plus, for the first time in 26 years, the Spurs get the #1 overall pick! How Victor Wembanyama couldn't have hoped for a better fit... And for the third time in four years, it's the Heat and the Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals. Our panel on who has the edge heading into what is sure to be a must-see series... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Live from the NBA Draft Lottery
May 16, 2023 21:16 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: We're live at the draft lottery so you know we're on Victor Wembanyama watch! We dive into how tonight could change the landscape of the NBA for many years to come... Plus, Woj joins to discuss the Sixers' firing of Doc Rivers... And we'll preview both Conference Finals matchups... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Conference Finals are set
May 15, 2023 20:21 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: We're down to the final four! Our panel previews the conference finals... Plus, Woj joins with the latest on Ja Morant's suspension and Phoenix's decision to fire Monty Williams... And we'll look at what's next for the Sixers after yesterday's Game 7 loss... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
George Kittle joins the show; Thursday night reax; Weekend preview
May 12, 2023 20:52 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: After an abysmal start, Jayson Tatum turned it around down the stretch to save the Celtics season. We have the keys to a huge game seven between Boston and Philly... And no Game 7 needed for Denver. The Nuggets are the first team to book a trip to the Conference Finals. What's next for Kevin Durant and Phoenix? Plus, we have the potential for two more Game 7s. We'll preview tonight's Game 6s in LA and Miami... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jack Harlow joins the show; Knicks and Warriors force Game 6; Thursday night preview
May 11, 2023 21:03 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today Jack Harlow joins us live in studio! Plus, the Knicks and Warriors both survived their elimination games last night. We break both of those down... And we'll look ahead to tonight's Game 6s in Philly and Phoenix... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sixers and Nuggets go up 3-2; Previewing tonight's Game 5s
May 10, 2023 21:10 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: The MVP shocked the Celtics in Boston to take a 3-2 lead headed back to Philadelphia... Plus, Nikola Jokic was dominant again. He has the Suns on brink... And we preview tonight's elimination games in New York and San Fran... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lakers and Heat go up 3-1; Previewing tonight's Game 5s
May 09, 2023 21:28 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: We react to last night's Game 4s and look ahead to tonight's Game 5s... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Suns and Sixers even their series; Previewing tonight's Game 4s
May 09, 2023 00:18 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Two words: DEVIN. BOOKER. How he joined the likes of Michael Jordan with his last two incredible performances. All tied at 2, who has the edge going into a pivotal Game 5? Plus, speaking of incredible performances, James Harden did it again! Now that series is all tied up going back to Boston. Is he the key going forward? And we'll preview tonight's Game 4s in LA and Miami... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Warriors even the series; Game 3 previews; E-40 joins the show
May 05, 2023 20:29 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Our panel on Game 2 of Warriors-Lakers, and who should feel better going into Game 3... Plus, we preview the upcoming Game 3s... And the Yay Area's very own E-40 joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lakers-Warriors Game 2 preview; Celtics even the series
May 04, 2023 21:03 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: The epic series continues tonight on ESPN. Will the Dubs bounce back? Or will the Lakers steal another one in the Bay? Stephen A. Smith is here to weigh in... Plus, we dive into the origin story of the rivalry that has defined greatness over the past decade: LeBron vs. Steph... And MVP Joel Embiid returned, but that didn't matter to the Celtics. Perk dives into the statement made by the reigning Eastern Conference champs... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
Joel Embiid joins the show; Lakers take Game 1; Knicks even the series
May 03, 2023 21:56 - 49 minutesComing up on NBA today: Joel Embiid joins the show fresh off winning his first MVP. But he has bigger goals in mind... Plus, the game that everyone was waiting for did NOT disappoint. Jalen and Perk's first impressions after a thrilling Game 1 win for the Lakers... And there were orange and blue skies last night outside of MSG, but how will the Knicks hold up when Jimmy Butler returns? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices