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Warriors Win It All

Ahead on NBA Today: Instant reactions to Game 6... Plus, a sit down conversation with the first-time Finals MVP himself: the champ, Stephen Curry. And we've gotta put a bow on the Celtics' season. Big Perk will talk about the Boston side of things with how last night shook out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 17, 202248 min

Game 6 Preview

Ahead on NBA Today: Previewing Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Might Steph Curry have a bounceback performance? And a shocking stat that may explain the fatigue felt by Jayson Tatum... Plus, two words Warriors opponents have long feared: Game Six. Is a Monster Klay performance just hours away? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 16, 202247 min

Jayson Tatum, Andrew Wiggins, and Mike Breen join the show

Ahead on NBA Today: BANG! Mike Breen joins the show... Plus, a sit down with the hero of Game 5, Andrew Wiggins... And we will speak with Jayson Tatum ahead of his biggest game ever. How he plans on turning things around and showing up... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 15, 202248 min

The Starting 5

Ahead on NBA Today: They played a combined 82 seasons, over 5,000 games and were a part of 11 Finals teams: Richard Jefferson is joined by fellow players Kendrick Perkins, Vince Carter, JJ Redick, and Matt Barnes... Matt and Perk break down how the Celtics can salvage the series. Matt's X-Factor, and Perk's recipe to fix the offense... Plus, one guy was famous for saying "IT'S OVA!!" while this other guy went to Duke. Both of their segments will make you smarter, allegedly... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 202248 min

Game 5 Preview

Ahead on NBA Today: He's been Harvard Perk...Alcatraz Perk...he's even been Santa Perk. What does the big fella have planned next? Yikes... Plus, hard to believe it's been 3 years to the day since Klay tore his ACL in the Finals. His sit down interview with Malika Andrews... And his Splash Brother Steph had a performance for the ages in Game 4. Was it Steph's best playoff game ever? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 13, 202248 min

How NBA Finals Announcer Mike Breen Found His “Bang!”

Hall of Fame announcer Mike Breen is back with his infamous “Bang!” call for the NBA Finals. The first two games went sadly “Bang!”less (as Breen was out due to Covid), and frankly they didn’t feel the same. That’s because Breen has called more NBA Finals games than anyone. So ahead of the Warriors-Celtics Game 4 tonight, we got the origin story of his single-syllable exclamation, and how his Hall of Fame career took shape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 10, 202235 min

Celtics go up 2-1

Ahead on NBA Today: An injury update on Steph Curry from the man himself... Plus, interviews with Jayson Tatum and Marcus Smart... And we'll deep dive on all-things-Dray in just a bit. A performance that left Perk demanding some answers... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 9, 202247 min

Game 3 Preview

Coming up on NBA Today: It might only be Game 3, but do the Warriors need an appearance from Game 6 Klay to win this series? And Professor Zach takes into Lowe's Lab on the Celtics defense. What is the right formula to bring Boston its 18th championship? Plus, who wants to make some money? We've got gambling tips for tonight's game... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 8, 202247 min

Live from Boston

Ahead on NBA Today: Interviews with Steph Curry and Gary Payton II ahead of a massive Game 3... Plus their teammate Draymond Green - our panel on whether his emotions are an asset or a liability... And why can't The Jays get going on the same night!? A surprising stat and discussion about how they rarely go off together... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 7, 202248 min

Darvin Ham joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: How the Warriors put their foot on the gas and absolutely blew out the Boston Celtics in Game 2... And surprise, surprise, Laker nation -- we've got new head coach Darvin Ham joining us for a 1 on 1 interview... Plus, Quin Snyder stepping down in Utah has Donovan Mitchell reportedly feeling "unnerved" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 6, 202248 min

Comeback C's

Ahead on NBA Today: We'll discuss everything that took place Thursday night in the Chase Center... Plus, part two of Malika's sit down conversation with Draymond Green... and Commissioner Silver on what may change when it comes to All-NBA voting... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 3, 202248 min

Adam Sandler joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: Previewing Game 1 of the NBA Finals live from the Chase Center... Plus, Adam Sandler joins the show... And sit down interviews with Draymond Green and Jaylen Brown... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 2, 202248 min

Live from Finals Media Day

Up ahead on NBA Today: 1 day away from the Finals, Me and this other no-namer finally make our long-awaited predictions... Chef Richard gives us the ingredients to winning a title. And who better to talk about role players than Kendrick Perkins himself... And oh yeah, we're live at Finals Media Day! Malika will be talking with both Klay Thompson and Steve Kerr... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 1, 202249 min

The Finals Are Set

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May 30, 20221h 10m

Trouble in Paradise

NBA Today is live from Miami, breaking down the Celtics' Game 5 win over the Heat and previewing Game 5 between Dallas and Golden State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 26, 202248 min

Live from Miami

¡Bienvenidos A Miami! NBA Today is on the road, recapping last night's WCF matchup, and previewing Game 5 of the ECF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 25, 202247 min

Celtics Can't Take the Game 1 Heat

Ahead on NBA Today: Live reports from San Francisco ahead of the Western Conference Finals. Luka vs. Steph awaits... And if you missed last night's thrilling Lottery outcome, fear not. We'll catch you up on how Orlando walked away with the prize... Plus, speaking of Chicago - we're here at the combine. Does Richard Jefferson still have hops? Time to do some drills. Oh lordy... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 18, 202248 min

Live from Chicago

Ahead on NBA Today: Just hours away from some ping pong balls changing the fate of multiple franchises. Talkin' lotto next... And one of those players we'll be talking about on Draft Night is Chet Holmgren. He joins the show... Plus, our panel picks the one player not named Steph or Luka that will impact the Western Conference Finals the most... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 202248 min

Grant Williams joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: It was a Boston three party yesterday and Grant Williams was the hero. He joins us on the show... Plus, we will draft the best players left in these playoffs. Will Luka go #1? Is Steph a lock for #2? And the Larry O'Brien will be hoisted in about a month. So who will be walking away with the hardware and who takes Finals MVP? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 16, 202247 min

Bam Adebayo joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: We'll ask our panel what they think is wrong with Chris Paul these last few games... And Giannis and Jrue mounted an amazing comeback for Milwaukee in Game 5. Do our experts see that series ending tonight? If that happens, awaiting them in the Conference Finals would be Bam Adebayo and the Heat. He joins us live to talk all things Miami... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 13, 202248 min

Patrick Beverley live in studio

Ahead on NBA Today: The Grizz, they came to play last night. Pat Bev on whether Golden State is in real trouble at this point... And Amare Stoudemire joins us in just a bit. Does he think this Suns team is better than his great Suns teams? And the Joker receives his MVP trophy...in a horse stable? We'll ask Perk and Pat where Joker ranks all-time among bigs... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 12, 202248 min

Nets and Lakers make headlines

Ahead on NBA Today: Was Embiid the biggest reason for Philly's listless performance last night? And his thoughts on losing MVP... Plus, the absolute latest on Ja's knee. Listed as doubtful, we'll explain why a bone bruise may keep him out of the series... And from pain to more pain. The Lakers had a season to forget; Jeanie Buss sounds off on her Lakers squad... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 11, 202248 min

Al Horford joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: Did someone say three-one?! Steph Curry and the Warriors rally late to take a commanding lead over the Grizzlies. We ask Perk what happened to the Dark Side... Plus, we're all tied up! And the Game 4 hero is here! Al Horford joins the show to talk about his stellar performance last night... And Kyle Lowry is officially ruled out for tonight's Game 5 in Miami. What that means for the Heat... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 10, 202248 min

Weekend Reactions

Ahead on NBA Today: To play or not to play. The latest on Ja Morant's knee and how his injury will impact the series vs. the Warriors... And how James got his groove back. The Sixers star unleashed his patented step back last night. Should Philly now be favored over Miami? Plus, this is no joking matter. Nikola Jokic is the MVP again, but is he deserving? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 9, 202258 min

Weekend Preview

Ahead on NBA Today: So you're telling me there's a chance? The up-to-the-minute status of Joel Embiid ahead of a massive Game 3... Plus, speaking of Game 3s, tonight CP3 and the Suns look to send Luka to the 0-3 hole. What a 37th birthday celebration that would be... And from celebrating one legendary guard to another, we'll look back at one iconic moment involving The Answer... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 6, 202248 min

Top Seeds Keep Rolling

Ahead on NBA Today: Yet another master class by the Point God. CP3's must-see 4th quarter that put Dallas in an 0-2 hole... And Miami again takes advantage of an Embiid-less Sixers squad. Our crew on what impresses them most about this Heat team... Plus, an injury update on Joel, as well as Kyle Lowry, the Ben Simmons surgery news, and Gary Payton II's prognosis... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 5, 202248 min

Jaylen Brown joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: Ja Morant serves up a 47-piece wing dinner. Was it the best performance of the playoffs so far? And do we need to see Houston Harden for the Sixers to even the series? His former coach stops by to tell you... Plus, after dropping 45 points Is Luka able to carry Dallas to a game 2 win? Mavs with a must win in the desert tonight... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 5, 202248 min

The Second Round Has Arrived

Ahead on NBA Today: The second round has arrived! The crew reacts to Sunday's games & previews Monday's action... Plus, we'll tune in live to the Warriors press conference to hear what Draymond Green had to say about his ejection from Game 1... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 2, 202248 min

Zion Williamson Speaks to the Media for the First Time in a Long Time Today

Zion Williamson speaks to the media about his upcoming offseason. Also, Embiid and the 76ers eliminate the Raptors in Toronto last night. And, Victor Oladipo joins the show today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 202249 min

Warriors Eliminate the Nuggets in Game 5

Richard Jefferson weights in on the Warriors eliminating the Nuggets last night. Plus, which team has the advantage in their Round 2 matchup. Also, who has the most pressure in tonight's game? Embiid, Harden, or Doc Rivers? Find out on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 28, 202251 min

Ja Morant and the Grizz

Vince Carter weights in on if this JA dropping dunk is one of the best playoff dunks of all-time. Plus, the Suns win a crucial Game 5. Is Big Perk STILL staying with the Pels? And Kendra Andrews gives us latest on Steph Curry possibly returning to starting lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 27, 202250 min

Nets Get Swept

So much still to get to on NBA today including. Are the Sixers about to blow a 3-games-to-none lead? One of our analysts says yes. Wow Plus we've still gotta preview tonight's UNBELIEVABLY massive Game 5 between New Orleans and Phoenix. Our crew picks that game next, And Luka Doncic put on a SHOW last night, while Jazz defenders were left scratching their heads for answers. Is DALLAS a title contender?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 26, 202255 min

Weekend Recap

Ahead on NBA Today: The crew reacts to Ben Simmons' being ruled out for Game 4... Plus, don't look now but the Suns are in trouble versus the Pels. With the series tied 2-2, our panel on whether an upset is coming. And speaking of upsets, the Nuggets staved off the Warriors yesterday. Do they have a shot to come back and do the unthinkable? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 25, 202248 min

ESPN Daily: How Milwaukee Became Home for Giannis

Athletes often say they love the city where they play, but Giannis Antetokounmpo takes it to a new level. He’s called Milwaukee home since the team drafted him in 2013. It wasn’t a given that the Greek native, a son of Nigerian immigrants, would stay in the midwestern city. But his massive 2020 contract extension shows the love is mutual. As the Bucks seek to defend their NBA title, our own ESPN Daily producer (and Wisconsin native) Ryan Nantell digs into a legendary anecdote from Giannis’ rookie season that shows why he and Milwaukee have been such a good fit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 25, 202247 min

Shaq joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: Zach, Chiney, and Perk on how the Celtics were able to shut down Kevin Durant... Plus, everyone counted out the Bulls, but not so fast my friend. DeMar Derozan's big night discussed next along with Middleton's injury... And from a big upset to the biggest shot of the night. Is Philly surfacing as a title contender? And speaking of championships, a guy who's won a cool four of 'em, Shaq joins the show... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 21, 202248 min

Hamstrung Suns

Ahead on NBA Today: All eyes on Devin Booker's hamstring. We've got the latest. And our panel on whether the Suns should be concerned... Plus, tonight we've got Nets-Celtics Game 2. Perk and Richard team up to break down the keys in that one; who's got the edge? And Jimmy Buckets lived up to his name last night, dropping a cool 45 on the Hawks. Is Miami clearly the team to beat in the East? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 20, 202248 min

Ben Simmons Update, Warriors Dominate

Ahead on NBA Today: The Dubs are rolling! How their newly revamped small-ball lineup is looking unstoppable. Richard and Chiney break it down... Plus, a career night for Jalen Brunson propels the Mavericks to tie the series against the Jazz! Has momentum shifted with Luka's return potentially on the horizon? And we have the very latest on Ben Simmons' return to the Nets' line up... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 19, 202248 min

Anthony Edwards joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: We break down the Nets/Celtics thriller in Boston... Anthony Edwards joins us LIVE! How's he feeling up 1-0? Plus, down 1-0 to the Jazz, Mavs fans need an update on Luka Doncic. We've got the latest on him, and other stars... And over the weekend the NBA also released its awards finalists. MVP, Rookie of the Year, DPOY, we've got them all... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 19, 202248 min

Playoff Preview

Ahead on NBA Today: Steph Curry said he's optimistic for Game 1 Saturday against the Nuggets, but just how much Curry can we expect if he plays? Steve Kerr weighs in... And more injury updates. This time on Luka's strained calf ahead of their first round matchup against the Jazz this weekend... Plus, speaking of the Mavericks and Jazz, which team is under the most pressure this post season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 16, 202248 min

Rudy Gobert joins the show

Coming up on NBA Today: KD and the Nets mount a monster comeback against the Knicks. Are they primed to wreak havoc in the Play-In? Plus LeBron James wasted no time getting back into the headlines. He said what about wanting to play with who? And Rudy Gobert states his case for DPOY live on NBA Today... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 7, 202248 min

Lake Show's Over

Coming up on NBA Today: How the Lakers' miserable season finally culminated in being officially eliminated from Playoff contention... And they were put out by the NBA-best Suns. Are we sleeping on Devin Booker as MVP? Draymond says so... Plus, Embiid and Giannis were both in action last night, too. We'll get you caught up on their evenings, the jam-packed standings, and so much more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 6, 202248 min

Who Should Be All-NBA First Team?

Ahead on NBA Today: LeBron out tonight vs the Suns. What that means for the Lakers' playoff hopes... And with Brooklyn firmly locked into the Play-In, does one of our analysts think the Nets can actually win the East? Plus the elite of the elite -- only five players can make the All-NBA First Team. Which five will make the cut? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 5, 202248 min

Marcus Smart & Scottie Barnes join the show

Ahead on NBA Today: The very latest on Ben Simmons' playing status. What that means for the Brooklyn Nets with only one week left in the regular season? Plus, when did it all go wrong for the Lakers? We get into their historically disappointing season and where it all started... And we have the potential DPOY and Rookie of the Year joining the show: Marcus Smart and Scottie Barnes... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 4, 202248 min

Is Giannis the Real MVP?

Ahead on NBA Today: Woj with an update on key star injuries. When can we expect LeBron, AD, and Steph Curry to return? Plus, the scoring title race is coming down to the wire! Our panel on who they think will be crowned scoring champ... And what's going on in Philly? Doc Rivers had some interesting postgame comments about his star point guard... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 1, 202248 min

Play-In Picture

Ahead on NBA Today: The bad blood is real between Blue Devil JJ Redick and Tarheel Vince Carter. They square off in a Duke UNC debate... Oh and speaking of Vinsanity, the best dunks of the week, and only one can advance to the Upper Room! And oh the drama in LA. Who on the Lakers needs to step up in order for them to bounce back into the Play In Tournament picture? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 202248 min

Tale of Two LA's

Ahead on NBA Today: LA teams moving in opposite directions: Paul George's return has Clipper nation dancing; while the Lakers now find themselves OUT of the big dance... Plus, what a monster matchup between two megastars. Embiid, Giannis. Find out how Milwaukee got the last laugh in Philly... And Doris Burke sits down with the Suns' superstars -- CP3 and Devin Booker -- for a matinee film session. Get your popcorn ready... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 202248 min

Pascal Siakam joins the show

Ahead on NBA Today: The Spurs nipping at the Lakers' heels -- might LA miss the Play-In, especially with LeBron's ankle concerns? And speaking of LA -- an update on Paul George and when he may take the court. We'll get an update on Kawhi as well... Plus, don't look now, but the Grizz are looking like worldbeaters, even without Ja... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 30, 202248 min

Will the Lakers Miss the Play-In?

Ahead on NBA Today: With another loss, the Lakers are officially in danger of falling out of the play-in. Also, we have the latest on LeBron's foot injury... And Kyrie Irving's home debut was last night. Our panel on how having him back full-time may not be the only thing the Nets need... Plus, Woj with a big injury update to one of their key big men. Can the Celtics stay atop the East without Robert Williams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 28, 202248 min

The Point God Returns

Ahead on NBA Today: The point god returns. With a healthy Chris Paul back in action, are the Suns clearly the team to beat? And another point guard out west -- Ja Morant -- out for a number of games. How concerned should Grizz fans be? Plus, the point guard theme continues. Talking all things full-time-Kyrie, like which matchup the Nets should most want come play-in time... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 202248 min

Getting Heated in Miami

Ahead on NBA Today: New York City's mayor with some major news regarding the vaccine mandate. Full-time Kyrie... is BACK Plus, speaking of the East, things got HEATED in Miami last night. Jimmy trying to fight U.D..... AND Spo? Also, Embiid, Giannis and Joker get all the MVP love, but what about Devin Booker and Jayson Tatum? Do they deserve a chance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 202248 min