NBA Today
546 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 hours ago - ★★★★ - 191 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
De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis join in studio
January 18, 2023 00:50 - 48 minutesComing up today on a "Royal" edition of NBA Today: King James outscores his own age last night by 10 points... And speaking of King things: Sactown, stand up! Domantas Sabonis and De'Aaron Fox stop by the studio! And on Monday, the league paid tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We have the sights and sounds from a tentpole day in the league... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Luka outlasts LeBron; Boston tops Brooklyn; Jeremy Sochan joins the show
January 14, 2023 02:55 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: We dive into the wild double OT finish between LeBron and Luka... Plus, Boston and Brooklyn battled last night. Do the Nets' title chances hinge on Ben Simmons? And Jeremy Sochan joins ahead of Spurs-Warriors from the Alamodome! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
All-Star voting; Luka vs. LeBron preview; Windy on Wemby
January 12, 2023 22:36 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The 2nd round of All Star voting is in! Who would be starting if the game was played today? Plus, tonight at Crypto a couple of surefire All-Star starters go toe-to-toe: Luka vs LeBron! Why LeBron admires Dallas' young phenom so much... And our Brian Windhorst just got back from watching Victor Wembanyama, in-person in France. What he saw... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LeBron James exclusive interview
January 10, 2023 22:10 - 50 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Steph Curry is back! Well, almost. So are the Splash Brothers "as we know them" about to retake center stage? Plus, LeBron James sits down exclusively with ESPN. You may have heard snippets of this conversation and his thoughts on the scoring record. This is the most extended version yet... And tonight, Donovan Mitchell returns to his old stomping grounds for the first time. What type of show can we expect Spida to put on? We start right now. Learn more about your ad c...
Celtics and Nuggets Dominate, Lauri Markkanen Joins the Show
January 06, 2023 21:58 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today. How Boston dismantled Dallas and did what seems to be an impossible task, slow-down Luka Doncic. Hear what Jayson Tatum had to say postgame. PLUS The Nuggets and Grizzlies are still tied atop the West after two more wins. Chiney and Richard rank the top 4 teams in the conference. AND add another 40-point performance to an incredible start to the season! We tell you WHY there's been so much scoring. Oh, and Lauri Markkanen joins the show! Learn more about your ad choice...
Dr. J and Aaron Gordon join; All-Star fan vote returns; Steph Curry update
January 05, 2023 21:26 - 49 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Dr. J and Aaron Gordon join for a special edition of the Upper Room! Plus, we have the first fan vote returns for the 2023 All-Star Game. Who do fans want to see in the game? And hear what Steph Curry had to say about his recovery... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Giannis Antetokounmpo + Tyler Herro join the show
January 04, 2023 21:23 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: TWO very special guests: Giannis Antetokounmpo AND Tyler Herro join the show! Plus, we break down all of last night's action... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Donovan Mitchell joins the show
January 03, 2023 21:26 - 48 minutesWe're back! On today's show: Donovan Mitchell joins fresh off his 71-point performance last night! Plus, we break down the rest of last night's action. We have A LOT to get to... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBA Today Christmas Special
December 23, 2022 21:22 - 48 minutesAhead on this special Christmas edition of NBA Today: We preview every Chirstmas Day game... Plus, we dive into the unbeleivable stats and moments of LeBron playing on Christmas. Don't miss Santa Perk's jingle on LeBron... And see who made Santa Perk's naughty or nice list... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pascal Siakam joins the show + Ja Morant convo
December 22, 2022 22:01 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: There were some HUGE games last night. What Donovan Mitchell did to out duel Giannis. And why last year's Finals teams are slumping... Plus, speaking of BIG performances, fresh off his career night, Raptors star Pascal Siakam joins the show! And Malika sat down with Ja Morant to discuss his Christmas Day debut and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joel Embiid convo; Tuesday night reax; Hall of Fame nominees;
December 22, 2022 00:12 - 49 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Last night Nikola Jokic was insane once again. The passes, yes. But Zach Lowe has something else he is looking at. Does he have a case for a third MVP? Plus, New York dismantles the Dubs -- are they for real? And we'll dive into their Christmas Day opponent the 76ers -- Joel Embiid sits down with our Cassidy Hubbarth... And the 2023 Naismith Hall of Fame nominees are out. Which of the legends are getting in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mat Ishbia buys Suns + Mercury; Chris Paul feature; Elf It or Shelf It
December 20, 2022 21:57 - 24 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Mat Ishbia is finalizing a deal to purchase the Suns and the Mercury. Woj and Baxter Holmes join to break that down... Plus, CP3 showed out for the Suns last night, but what he did this past weekend was even more impressive... And we "Elf" or "Shelf" some of the biggest stories from this weekend... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Danny Green and Becky Hammon in studio
December 16, 2022 21:52 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Steph Curry speaks! Hear from the Finals MVP for the first time since his shoulder injury... Plus, Ja and the Grizzlies made a statement against the Bucks last night. We have a Grizzly here in studio with the message straight from Memphis! And we have the results of our first NBA MVP straw poll. Who are the voters saying is the front runner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steph injured; Record-setting scoring; Giannis vs. Ja preview
December 15, 2022 22:08 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: We talk about the state of the struggling Warriors. Kendra Andrews with more on Steph Curry's shoulder injury and what it means going forward for the defending champs... Plus, we're coming off the highest scoring night in NBA history! Find out what the back-to-back MVP did that's never been done before... And speaking of scorers, Giannis and Ja Morant meet in Memphis tonight! We preview the superstar matchup... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
Celtics-Lakers OT thriller; Warriors-Bucks beatdown; Windy's Worries
December 15, 2022 01:31 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: What a game at Crypto! Our panel on the Celtics ending their skid, and LeBron's thoughts on "moral victories" Plus, one skid ended while one continued: the Warriors get trounced by Milwaukee. What plagues the Warriors on the road? Legs and Chiney break down Golden State's woes... And certain teams look like contenders on paper, but Brian Windhorst knows who should be hitting the panic button... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Monday Reax; Tuesday Previews; New Trophies
December 14, 2022 01:01 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Don't hurt, 'em Dame! Logo Lillard was on full display last night. But he wasn't the only star to go off? Plus, we preview Warriors-Bucks and Lakers-Celtics... And the NBA is unveiled nine new trophies featuring the legends of the league's past. Our Kirk Goldsberry details all you need to know about the new hardware... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Zion and Embiid dominate; Finals rematch; Griner update
December 12, 2022 22:28 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: It's a big man's world and we're just living in it—Zion and Embiid showed out over the weekend, but can they lead their teams to a championship? And after dropping 34 points in win vs. the Pistons, AD said the Lakers can beat anyone. Wait until you hear what Perk has to say. Plus, it was a Finals rematch in the Bay, and just like the Finals, the Warriors came to play. What went wrong for Jayson Tatum and the Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
One-on-one with Klay Thompson + Joe Dumars joins the show
December 09, 2022 21:42 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Malika sits down with Klay Thompson on the eve of the Warriors finals rematch with the Celtics... Plus, Tim MacMahon joins to discuss Rudy Gobert's return to Utah tonight... And Joe Dumars joins the show to discuss the increase in traveling calls around the league, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brittney Griner released from Russian prison
December 08, 2022 22:30 - 48 minutesBecky Hammon, TJ Quinn, Brianna Turner, Kia Nurse, and Terri Jackson join Malika and Chiney to discuss Brittney Griner's being freed in a U.S.-Russia prisoner swap... Plus, we break down the Jazz's improbable comeback win over the Warriors, and the Celtics' blowout of the Suns... And the Pelicans are the new top seed out West. We discuss how they got there... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The VC Show: Martin Lawrence on his career, friendship with Vince Carter, favorite comedians of all time and Bad Boys 4…?! | The VC Show
December 08, 2022 18:47 - 47 minutesMartin Lawrence joins Vince Carter and Ros Gold-Onwude to talk about his iconic career in Hollywood and comedy. They discuss the origin of Vince and Martin’s friendship, Martin’s favorite comedians and Bad Boys 4…?! Plus, the crew reacts to the Trae Young-Nate McMillan situation developing in Atlanta and more sports takes from Martin Lawrence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LeBron's homecoming spoiled; Luka vs. Jokic; Trae Young film room
December 07, 2022 22:18 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: LeBron's return home was spoiled last night by the new Cavaliers star. Our panel on how the Cavs have finally moved on from the King... Plus, the top teams in both conferences square off tonight in the desert! Could this be an early Finals preview? And the legend Doris Burke sits down with Trae Young ahead of Hawks and Knicks at MSG... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stars return; Giannis birthday gifts; Ranking the best duos
December 06, 2022 21:36 - 48 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AD goes for 55; Hawks drama; Harden set to return
December 05, 2022 22:01 - 52 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Anthony Davis' domination continued this weekend. Could this turnaround be permanent for the Lakers? And Big Perk tells us where the big man ranks... Plus, the Celtics sit firmly atop the league! Why this version of Boston may be better than last season's... And our panel reacts to Trae Young's absence in last night's Hawks/Nuggets game... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shaq and Alonzo Mourning join the show
December 02, 2022 22:05 - 52 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Hall of Famers Shaquille O'Neal and Alonzo Mourning join the show! Plus, the one game on last night's slate did not disappoint! How the Pistons shocked the Mavericks in OT, and does Luka need to be superhuman for the Mavs to win? And the Nets have won three straight! Why tonight's game against the Raptors will be a true test for KD's squad... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MVP debate continues; Lakers' turnaround; top scorers
December 02, 2022 20:32 - 52 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Perk's top 3 MVP candidates went off last night. We continue our MVP debate... Plus, we analyze how the Lakers have won their last 6 of 8 games... Plus, in the HISTORY of the NBA, we've never entered December with this many 30-point scorers. But who's the most impressive? Richard, Vince, and Perk answer.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Luka vs. Steph; MVP debate; Best Bets
December 01, 2022 20:57 - 52 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The rematch of last season's Western Conference Finals did NOT disappoint! How the top-two scorers went down to the wire. We break it all down... Plus, speaking of Luka and Steph, we run through the early-season MVP odds. Who deserves more love? I know Big Perk has a take... And we put some wagers down. What the best bets are a quarter of the way through the season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pacers stun Lakers; Zion's 100th game; injury updates
November 30, 2022 00:41 - 52 minutesComing up! The Lakers were shocked at the buzzer! We break down everything that went wrong for LA in the 4th. Slicing up some blame pie... Plus, Zion played his 100th game of his career last night. Our panel hands out their grades... And we've got injury updates on Karl-Anthony Towns, James Harden, and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Giannis vs. Luka; Ja in MSG; Warriors righting the ship
November 28, 2022 23:46 - 52 minutesAhead on NBA Today: We break down all the best action from last night: Giannis vs. Luka, Ja in MSG, and more! Plus, some looming questions surrounding a potential Lakers and Pacers trade. Lakers reporter Dave McMenamin joins us with the latest ahead of their game tonight... And speaking of trades...it's Cyber Monday, and who better than Bobby Marks to detail some of the hottest deals around the league... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ben Simmons returns to Philly
November 22, 2022 22:08 - 38 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Ben Simmons makes his long awaited return to Philly tonight... Plus, it's been a jam-packed 72 hours since we last signed off. We react to all the happenings from around the Association... And did you know that the one seed in the West is separated by only a game and a half from the ninth seed? We dive into the wild Western Conference... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trae Young and Darvin Ham join the show
November 18, 2022 22:02 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: We have TWO guests joining us today: Lakers head coach Darvin Ham and Hawks star Trae Young are stopping by! Plus, we react to all the action from around the association last night... And what's up with the Warriors? Kirk Goldberry tells us exactly why they've struggled thus far... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ranking the East; Warriors' struggles; Kawhi and Kyrie updates
November 17, 2022 22:49 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Woj has the latest on the potential returns of Kawhi Leonard and Kyrie Irving... Plus, Steph Curry's 50 piece was not enough for the Warriors to get their first road victory. Now 15 games into the season, we assess why the defending champs continue to struggle. And we go coast to coast on last night's action... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Danny Green live in studio
November 17, 2022 21:10 - 48 minutesDanny Green joins to discuss Grizzlies/Pelicans, his former teammate Ben Simmons, Klay Thompson's journey back to the court, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Desmond Bane joins the show
November 11, 2022 17:38 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Desmond Bane joins the show LIVE! Plus, hear from the Pelicans on what their expectations are this season with Zion Williamson back healthy... And the Bucks and Jazz are atop the entire league! We break down what's been the keys to their success. Oh, and Brian Windhorst tells us what's going on in Utah... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nets hire Jacque Vaughn
November 09, 2022 22:04 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Woj joins to detail how the Nets landed on hiring Jacque Vaughn as their new coach... Plus, Luka Doncic is off to one of the best starts in NBA history. But how long can he sustain it? We discuss how far he can take the Mavs... And both the Lakers and Clippers are not where they want be to start the season. We hear from both teams ahead of their matchup tonight across the street... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nets suspend Kyrie
November 04, 2022 20:40 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The latest from Kyrie Irving and Brooklyn. Last night's apology and Kevin Durant's reaction today... Plus, Steph and the Warriors remain winless on the road. We break down their shocking loss to the Magic... And the reigning MVP makes history yet again last night... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kyrie speaks; Harden injured; Tik Talk'n with Richard
November 03, 2022 21:01 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Kyrie Irving's full media availability today in Brooklyn... Plus, Woj has the latest on James Harden's injury and how long he might be out... And the segment that has taken social media by storm: Tik Talk'n with Richard! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nets finalizing Udoka hire; Warriors slow start; Lakers/Pelicans preview
November 02, 2022 20:38 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Woj joins to discuss the Nets' imminent deal with Ime Udoka... And what's wrong with the Warriors? The defending champs are towards the bottom of the standings to start the season. Could this be a sign to come? Plus, we preview Zion vs. LeBron... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steve Nash out as Nets head coach
November 01, 2022 22:32 - 48 minutesSteve Nash is out as Nets head coach. Instant reactions and what's next for Brooklyn... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy III in studio
October 31, 2022 20:24 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: It's Halloween and the Lakers FINALLY got their first win of the season! Hear what Russell Westbrook had to say about his new role... Plus, there's only one undefeated team left in the league! But are they not getting enough love? We dive into how scary the Bucks are... And CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy III are in the studio! We break down the Pelicans' hot start to the season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tyrese Haliburton joins the show
October 28, 2022 21:09 - 49 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Adrian Wojnarowski joins the show with the up-to-the minute latest reporting on Russell Westbrook... Plus, Luka Doncic went DEEP into his bag of tricks last night... which got us thinking... is he the MOST unguardable player in the game today? And Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton joins NBA Today as he takes on the Wizards on ESPN tonight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Patience or Panic in Brooklyn and Philly?
October 27, 2022 23:27 - 49 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Giannis was doing Giannis like things last night against the Nets. Chiney and Tim Legler break down what makes him so GREAT... And speaking of the Nets, is it time for patience or panic for Brooklyn? Hear what Kyrie had to say about Ben Simmons... Plus, the Sixers' struggles continued last night. Is this more than just a slow start? We dive into what changes they need to make... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ty Dolla $ign and Mustard join the show; Stephen A. on the Lakers; Kawhi update
October 26, 2022 21:37 - 48 minutesTy Dolla $ign and Mustard join the show! Plus, Stephen A. Smith joins to discuss the Lakers...+ And our Clippers reporter Ohm Youngmusik joins the show with the latest he's hearing on Kawhi's injury. Who needs to step up if he misses a significant amount of time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ja stays hot; Best of Steph vs. CP3; Curt Miller joins the show
October 25, 2022 21:37 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Just like he said on our show, it's HIS year to win it! Ja Morant continued his MVP-like start to the season. Hear what KD had to say about Ja... Plus, the reigning champs visit the desert tonight. We take a look back at the best moments from Steph Curry and Chris Paul throughout the years... And new Los Angeles Sparks head coach Curt Miller joins the show! Find out why he chose to leave Connecticut for LA... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Silver joins the show
October 24, 2022 23:15 - 49 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The Lakers and 76ers are Winless to start the season. We assess the major changes needed for both teams to turn their seasons around... Plus, we have an update on Zion Williamson's hip injury from last night. When can we expect him back on the court? Andrew Lopez has the latest... And Commissioner Adam Silver joins the show live! We ask him what his thoughts are regarding teams tanking for Victor Wembanyama and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Lakers' next move; Sixers' concerns; TikTok questions
October 21, 2022 21:06 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: The Lakers are in an 0-2 hole to start the season. We discuss what roster change options they actually have... Plus, our reaction to last night's thriller in Philly. Our panel's impressions on the Sixers star duo through two games... And everyone knows Richard loves his TikToks. We dedicate an entire segment to his side hustle... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pelicans make a statement; Duel in the Desert; Battle of LA preview
October 20, 2022 20:48 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: Reactions to all of last night's action, including Zion, Ja, and many more... Plus, a full preview of Giannis' season debut against the Sixers, and the Battle LA... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tip-Off Eve
October 17, 2022 23:47 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: There will be plenty of All-Stars debuting on new teams this week, but who will make the biggest impact this season... And the Bucks were relatively quiet this offseason, will that prevent them from making noise in the playoffs... Plus, the latest on if Zion Williamson's ankle sprain will jeopardize him making his return to the floor... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Westbrook off the bench; Draymond speaks; Udonis Haslem joins the show
October 14, 2022 20:23 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA Today: Russell Westbrook is set to come off the bench tonight, something he hasn't done since 2008. We break that down... Plus, Draymond Green spoke for the first time since returning to the team. Hear what he had to say about his future with the Dubs... And Udonis Haslem joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lakers lineup decisions; Durant on Simmons; Legler's Difference Makers
October 11, 2022 20:43 - 48 minutesAhead on NBA Today: It's been exactly 2 years since the Lakers won it all in the bubble. We break down their key lineup decisions for this season... Plus, we continue our Difference Makers series. Tim Legler dives into Donovan Mitchell's game and his impact on the Cavs this season... And Kevin Durant hit the podium today and talked about his relationship with Ben Simmons thus far... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBA in Abu Dhabi; Warriors practice drama; LeBron on Vegas
October 07, 2022 01:31 - 48 minutesComing up on NBA today: The stars are out in Abu Dhabi! Full highlights and reactions as Giannis and the Bucks as they squared off against Trae and the Hawks! And hear from the Golden State Warriors following the reported altercation between Draymond Green and Jordan Poole. We'll also be joined by Reporter Kendra Andrews... Also, LeBron and the Lakers showed some flashes in last night's loss, but it's what he said about a team in Vegas that got fans' attention... Learn more about your ad cho...