
NBA Today
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Making MVP cases; West playoff race; Perk interviews Ben Affleck
Ahead on NBA Today: Three weeks, four candidates, and only ONE man can win. The MVP race is coming down to the wire and our panel makes a case for each candidate... Plus, we'll discuss the tight race for the last few spots out West... And our very own Kendrick Perkins sits down with Ben Affleck! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ja Morant interview; Wild Wild West; Dame on the state of the NBA
Coming up on NBA Today: Our exclusive sit-down interview with Grizzlies star Ja Morant after the Commisioner announced his eight game suspension... Plus, with just over three weeks left in the regular season, the West is just getting more wild... And Damian Lillard went on JJ Redick's podcast and didn't hold back... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ja Morant suspended; Nuggets in "chill mode"; Warriors-Clippers preview
Ahead on NBA Today: Woj joins with an update on Ja Morant... And with the Nuggets losing their fourth straight, our panel on whether they've just hit a wall, or if there are signs for real panic to set in... Plus, a preview of tonight's Western Conference showdown between the Warriors and Clippers...n Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks' statement in Sactown; Celtics' cause for concern; Givony's top college prospects
Coming up on NBA Today: The best team in the East had a a statement win in Sacramento last night. How Giannis and Khris Middleton had potentially their best outing in over 500 games as teammates... Plus, the Celtics lost last night to Chiney's Rockets. With the 76ers only one game behind from second, should the Celtics be worried? Our crew will discuss how important seeding is for Boston... And Jonathan Givony breaks down his top college prospects ahead of March Madness... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Becky Hammon
Winning her first title hasn’t changed Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon. She sits down with Bob to detail how her perseverance shaped her success both as a player and a coach. Hammon assesses her desire to still be an NBA coach, while noting there’s still plenty of work to do in the WNBA. She examines her relationships with All-Stars Kelsey Plum and DeMar Derozan, and her long dinners with Gregg Popovich that she couldn’t get out of if she tried. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Weekend recap; Bold predictions; New #2 in the draft?
Coming up on NBA Today: Our panel breaks down all of the action from this past weekend... Plus, with March Madness underway, Jonathan Givony is here to tell us who is giving Scoot some competition as the #2 pick... And with one month left in the regular season, our analysts make their bold predictions... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Defending the Post with Zach Lowe
On the CJ McCollum Show, CJ welcomes sportswriter and host of the Lowe Post, Zach Lowe, to discuss the most surprising teams this season and the tight Western and Eastern Conferences (2:23), CJ's faceoff with ex-teammate Trail Blazers Damian Lillard (12:30), how Lowe grades and votes for MVP (16:02), how to fix the NBA All-Star Game (30:01), and load management and why injuries are so frequent today(38:01). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
International Women's Day
Malika, Chiney, Ramona, and Becky are in studio for today's special International Women's Day edition of NBA Today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ranking the East; Grizz & Lakers updates; Tuesday preview
Ahead on NBA Today: We break down the Eastern Conference showdowns from last night, and Jalen ranks his top teams in the conference... Plus, Ramona Shelburne and Dave McMenamin join with updates from the Grizzlies and Lakers... And we'll preview tonight's slate that will massively impact the Western Conference standings. Are any of tonight's games must-win? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ja Morant steps away from team; Weekend recap
Ahead on NBA Today: Adrian Wojnarowski, Ramona Shelburne, Marc Spears, and Vince Carter join to discuss the latest developments with Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies... Plus, we recap all of the action from this past weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Warriors' turnaround; Mavs' new duo; Weekend preview
Ahead on NBA Today: Are the 3rd Quarter Warriors back? We'll break down their win over the struggling Clippers... Plus, the Luka-Kyrie Texas two-step showed out last night. We've got a couple spicy 40-pieces on the grill! Big Perk is cooking some takes up... And we'll preview the biggest matchups for this upcoming weekend, including Nuggets-Grizzlies and Sixers-Bucks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
KD debuts; LeBron update; Tatum's superstar status
Coming up on NBA Today: We have some breaking news on LeBron's injury. Woj joins with the latest and when we might see him back... Plus, Jayson Tatum send a statement to the league last night? And what the Bucks did to win their 16th straight. We dive into the top two teams in the East... And full reaction to Kevin Durant's debut with the Suns. Richard breaks down why his presence alone will help all his new teammates... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Boston Celtics All-Access
Malika and Perk are in Boston for Celtics All-Access, including interviews with Marcus Smart, Jayson Tatum, and Al Horford! Plus, Chiney and Richard are holding it down in LA with their expectations for KD's debut and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dame drops 71; MVP debate; G.O.A.T. Poll
Ahead on NBA Today: Sunday was Dame Time--our panel's reaction to the absurd performance put on by the Blazers star last night... Plus, the MVP race is starting to get spicy. On the heels of massive weekends from the three favorites, Tristan's must-see MVP rankings in just a bit... And the results are in regarding a national survey about the Great of All-Time: Jordan or LeBron? Did the scoring record finally tilt the scale? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thursday recap; Future of the Game pt. 2; Hawks coaching search update
Coming up! The NBA is officially back and it sure did not disappoint! We react to all of last night's action... Plus, part two of Malika's exclusive sit-down with Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, Ja Morant, and Donovan Mitchell... And Woj joins with an update on the Hawks' head coaching search... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Adam Silver
A friend once called Adam Silver “the most introverted person in an extroverted position.” He sits down with Bob Myers to discuss where he found his voice and how he found his way to the NBA. Silver discusses the impact of his father and the influence of his predecessor David Stern, who even taught him how to pack a suitcase. He tells Bob about the toughest parts of his job and details the legacy he wants to leave for his daughters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Basketball is back! Lakers' playoff push; Steph + KD updates; Future of the Game Roundtable
Ahead on NBA Today: Basketball is back! We look ahead at all the important storylines heading into the stretch run... Plus, Malika sits down with "the Future of the Game" - Ja Morant, Donovan Mitchell, Luka Doncic, and Jayson Tatum - all in one room in one interview for the first time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hawks fire Nate McMillan; Wembanyama Watch; load management
Ahead on NBA Today: Nate McMillan is OUT in Atlanta. We'll dive into Trae Young's point of view in the matter, and who the Hawks may look at to fill the role... And we can't wait to dive into some Victor Wembanyama talk with our draft experts. The latest on the seven-foot-five Parisian sensation... Plus, Perk, Jalen, Ramona and Chiney discuss all things load management. How the league can fix the issue that doesn't seem to be slowing down... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
One-on-One with Anthony Edwards; Zach's Things; ranking the top two-way players
Ahead on NBA Today: Malika sat down with Anthony Edwards, who did not hold back on ANY subject... And Zach breaks down three topics from his latest "10 Things" column... Plus, Tristan and Jalen rank their top 5 two-way players... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Clippers sign Russell Westbrook; All-Star reax; KD and Kyrie on trade requests
Ahead on NBA Today: Woj joins to discuss the latest on Russell Westbrook signing with the Clippers... And we break down everything from All-Star weekend in Salt Lake City... Plus, hear what KD and Kyrie had to say about player movement in the NBA... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Janelle Monae, The Miz, Dwyane Wade, Ryan Smith, and CJ McCollum join the show
Janelle Monae, The Miz, Dwyane Wade, Ryan Smith, and CJ McCollum join the show live from All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New-look Lakers; MVP Straw Poll; Scoot Henderson joins the show;
Ahead on NBA Today live from All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City: LeBron was back in action last night as the new-look Lakers put on a show... Plus, can't-miss prospect and guard extraordinaire Scoot Henderson joins the show... And Tim Bontemps stops by to break down his NBA MVP Straw Poll 2.0... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Beasts of the East; Draymond speaks out; Lakers update
Ahead on NBA Today: The top two teams in the East faced off last night; teams three and four face off tonight. We break down the top questions facing those four teams... Plus, not exactly "high hopes" from Draymond's mouth following the Warriors' L last night. Is it actually, for real, time to panic for Golden State? And our analysts tell us how they would bring the dunk contest back to its glory days... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steph update; Outpouring of Scoring; Ring or Fling
Coming up on this Valentine's Day NBA Today: The Mavs' home crowd got their first "hometown date" with Kyrie. Why it wasn't exactly a love story ending... And Warriors fans miss their heart and soul badly. We have an update for you on Steph Curry's return to play timeline... Plus, some of the game's best guards were red hot last night. We'll give flowers to three separate 40-pieces... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Charles Barkley
Charles Barkley’s grandmother told him if he didn’t get a double-double he was an embarrassment to the family. He sits down with Bob to discuss being raised in the projects and his experience with racial divides. They break down the Hall of Famer’s authentic nature and the power of his voice, and highlight his “I Am Not a Role Model” Nike campaign. Bob wonders what it would be like to build a team around Charles, and they ponder whether he would’ve been a bust in today’s NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dallas's new duo; Old faces, new places; Zion, Russ updates
Ahead on NBA Today: Luka and Kyrie made their debut as a tandem over the weekend. Takeaways from that Texas two-step hitting the dance floor... Plus, Woj joins with updates on Zion, Russ, and more... And which trade deadline acquisitions are making an impact already? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trade Deadline recap
Ahead on NBA Today: Woj joins with insight on how the Kevin Durant trade shook the entire league. Don't miss Windy's must-hear story on how it all went down... Plus, what a week it's been. LeBron put an exclamation point on his record shattering week, but did the Lakers do enough at the deadline? We assess... And could tonight be the first time we see Dallas' new superstar duo? Hear what Luka had to say about his new teammate... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LeBron becomes NBA's all-time scoring leader; Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joins the show; trade deadline preview
Ahead on NBA Today: Our panel reacts to LeBron's historic night... Plus, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joins the show live! And we're less than 24 hours from DEADLINE DAY. Who will be on the move? Talking potential trades... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LeBron closing in on record; Klay goes off; KD trade possibilities
Ahead on NBA Today: Is tonight the night for LeBron? Windy and Tristan know LeBron well...what THEY think will happen in a matter of hours... Plus, Klay Thompson went OFF last night, but all eyes may be on what the Warriors may do on Thursday when it comes to making a move... And speaking of trades, the big domino may wind up being Kevin Durant. What can we expect Brooklyn to do just in the next 48 hours? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kyrie traded; LeBron sits down with Michael Wilbon; Bill Walton joins the show
Ahead on a jam-packed NBA Today: Hear from LeBron James as he's oh so close to catching Kareem, and the Lakers NOT landing Kyrie... ...because the Mavericks DID! The deal that shocked the NBA world over the weekend. Our panel reacts to the deal, and the failed proposals... Plus, a guy that battled Kareem -- Bill Walton -- he joins the show to discuss, well, pretty much everything... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kyrie Irving requests trade
Ahead on NBA Today: We break down Kyrie Irving's trade request from the Brooklyn Nets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Making the case for All-Star Reserves; Dream Trades; Punxsutawney Perk
Still to come on NBA Today: We know the All-Star starters, but who will make the reserves? Perk and Windy give their picks... Plus, we're officially one week away from the Trade Deadline! Bobby Marks adn Windy lay out some potential trades that would shake up the entire league... And Punxsutawney Perk tells us who will have six more weeks of tough times... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Breanna Stewart joins the show
Ahead on NBA Today: The NFL GOAT is retiring, so Jalen Rose has a surprising take on Tom Brady and LeBron... And while one legend hangs 'em up, another is packing up and moving. Breanna Stewart joins to talk about her free agency decision... Plus, we go coast-to-coast around the NBA, talking Jokic, Giannis, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Paolo Banchero joins the show
Coming up on NBA Today: We break down Luka's 53-piece from last night... Plus, are the Warriors slowly but surely turning the corner? How Steph made Warriors history last night while Golden State slid past OKC... And the number one overall pick himself joins the show live--Paolo Banchero fresh off the Magic knocking off Philly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lakers-Celtics drama; Embiid vs. Jokic; Trade Talk
Coming up on NBA Today: So much to break down from the Celtics-Lakers thriller. Officials, cameras, techs, overtime -- we had it all... Plus, speaking of "had it all," Joel Embiid threw the kitchen sink at the Joker. Tristan Thompson on what he noticed about a motivated Joel... And our insiders tell us who to keep an eye on with the trade deadline looming... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
All-Star starters revealed
Ahead on NBA Today: All-Star Starters are revealed and SOMEONE on our panel is not thrilled about those results... Plus, after their OT win, are we sleeping on the Knicks? Or is there reason to be concerned about the Celtics? And Boston won't have too long to wallow: they get LeBron and the Lakers tomorrow. Tristan Thompson is in studio with a must-hear LeBron take... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wednesday reax + Anthony Edwards joins the show
Ahead on NBA Today: We've got Tristan Thompson in studio to help us react to all the action from last night, including Warriors-Grizzlies, Sixers-Nets, and AD's return... Plus, Anthony Edwards joins the show for a special edition of the Upper Room! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lakers-Clippers recap; Nets-Sixers & Grizzlies-Warriors preview;
Ahead on NBA Today: LeBron makes history AGAIN, but was his performance enough to win the battle of LA? Plus, we have an update on AD's return... And Nets vs. Sixers is going down tonight. What to expect in the first meeting between former teammates Embiid and Simmons.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kevin Durant speaks; Jonathan Isaac joins the show; Lakers-Clippers preview
Ahead on NBA Today: Kyrie and the Nets have gotten it going. and their injured superstar spoke about that and more today. Fresh sound from Kevin Durant... Plus, Jonathan Isaac joins the show to discuss his long-awaited return to the court last night... And LeBron gets a crack at Kawhi & the Clippers tonight as he gets closer and closer to Kareem's record... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The VC Show: Kobe’s retirement advice to Vince, LeBron’s place in the GOAT conversation & why superstars don’t compete in the dunk contest | The VC Show
Vince Carter and Ros Gold-Onwude on LeBron James closing in on Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on the all-time scoring list and how that impacts LeBron’s place in the GOAT conversation. Vince reveals how Kobe helped him make the decision to retire and gives his retirement advice to Tom Brady. Vince also explains why superstars don’t compete in the dunk contest anymore and weighs in on this year’s contestants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maya Moore Irons
“I’m more and more realizing what my heart is beating for.” Maya Moore Irons put the game she loves aside to pursue the cause of a man unjustly imprisoned, becoming an advocate for change. Bob sits down with the recently retired Moore Irons to discuss Love and Justice, the book written by Maya and her husband and how she went from basketball icon to one of the faces of justice system reform. Bob and Maya go deep into what drove her to fight for Jonathan Irons’ cause and when she knew she fell in love with him. They trace her leadership journey all the way back to high school basketball, examine the impact her mom had on her life, and dive into her devotion to her son Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lakers make a move; Kyrie and Kawhi's big weekends; Maya Moore joins the show
Coming up on NBA Today: LeBron and the Lakers had a major comeback last night. And today, help is on the way... Plus, Kyrie and Kawhi put on a show this weekend. Our reactions to that... And 4-time WNBA Champion Maya Moore joins us to tell her unbelievable love story... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Celtics-Warriors takeaways; Nets woes; Zach's 10 Things;
Ahead on NBA Today: Our panel's takeaways from Thursday night's Finals rematch... Plus, a must-hear discussion on Brooklyn's life without KD... And we discuss a few of Zach's 10 Things with the man himself... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steph Curry
Four championships, 2 MVPs and a Finals MVP later and Steph Curry still has “healthy insecurity” that keeps him in check. He sits down with his President and GM to break down just how he became the leader of a dynasty. Bob reveals the text that Steph sent Kevin Durant when the Warriors were recruiting him and they examine why Curry was able to handle the addition of KD. Steph admits why Mark Jackson’s praise early in his career “scared” him, and why he’s looking forward to life after basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Warriors-Celtics preview; Jokic makes history; LeBron on the Lakers
Coming up on NBA Today: Previewing tonight's Finals rematch between the Warriors and Celtics... Plus, we react to all of last night's action... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Reax + Trade Talk
Ahead on NBA Today: The book of Luka vs. Trae adds yet another chapter tonight! A look back at the draft night trade five years later. And speaking of Luka and trades... Our front office insider cooked up some massive deals that would help the Mavs, and some hypotheticals to improve LeBron and the Lakers... Plus, our panel's takeaways from last night's action... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis join in studio
Coming 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Luka outlasts LeBron; Boston tops Brooklyn; Jeremy Sochan joins the show
Ahead 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices
All-Star voting; Luka vs. LeBron preview; Windy on Wemby
Coming 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LeBron James exclusive interview
Coming 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 choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices