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Has your perspective on the Western Conference shifted after Denver's bounce-back game in Oklahoma City? We got our first glimpse of the Lakers without LeBron, with Luka leading the charge but failed to get the win over the Nets. Meanwhile, Steph Curry is on the verge of becoming the first player to join the 4,000 three-pointer club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We'll break down exactly what Shai's performance and the run-and-gun Thunder proved in their dominant win over Denver. Did you catch the latest chapter of Ja Morant's most insane almost dunks? We're counting down his top 5 almost-greatest jams. How concerning is LeBron's injury? A live report on all the scenarios facing the LeBron-less Lakers is coming up. Lastly, we analyze how the contrasting styles of Jimmy and Steph have the Warriors dreaming of the Larry O'Brien Trophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cleveland!!! This playoff clinching win is for you!! The Cavs became the first team to clinch a spot to the postseason but not without a dramatic finish, where the Heat was turned up. It's our final show of the week, so you know its a packed one! The Knicks and Lakers play tonight across the street. Which team is a bigger threat to the Celtics throne? Giannis made history, while Harden turned back the clock last night. But it was what they both said after their huge nights that got the basketball world talking. Despite the loss last night, the Pistons turnaround has been one of the greatest in NBA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron created the 50K club. 22 years of NBA basketball culminating in an accomplishment that we may never see again. We have a pulse in Phoenix something woke up Kevin Durant and the Suns last night. You need to see the WHOLE video between KD and Coach Bud to understand. Steph in the Garden is always must-see TV, but what was the most impressive part of his performance last night? After a crushing loss for the Mavs - Kyrie speaks out, and Nico Harrison reassures fans… but does his statement hint at something bigger? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you have any officials you can call to make February 27th is Steph Curry Day. After last night, he has now scored at least 45 points on February 27th. Why can't the Knicks seem to beat the NBA's elite? Big Perk DEEP dives into New York's struggle to find a solution. Jokic tip toeing into Wilt territory or that STATEMENT Bucks win in Milwaukee. We'll tell you, NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You know the Pistons won again! 8-straight for Detroit. How GOOD are they actually and is Cade a top 10 guy in the league? Podcast P in on hiatus and so are Sixers in the win column. After dropping their 9th straight, where does Philly go from here? Brian clues us in. We have ALL the angles of Shaedon Sharpe's gravity-defying POSTER ! Dunk of the year? Big Perk is gonna break down his top 5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are hours away from the BIGGEST game of the season so far. Does Luka have an iconic revenge game in store? We get you ready for DONCIC VS DALLAS. Plus Philly falls for the EIGHTH STRAIGHT time. What's at the root of their disastrous season? Brian reads the tea leaves after PG's cryptic postgame comments. Did we learn more about the Thunder or the Wolves last night? We're gonna break down Every. Angle of Minny's HISTORIC comeback in OKC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The vibes are back in the YAY AREAAA... BUT are they sustainable? We debate Golden State and just how long their winning ways will last. Plus is giving up 260 points in a 2-game stretch bad? Legs is here to pinpoint EXACTLY what the Knicks need to change if they wanna join the East's elite. The Luka LeBron connection is thriving but it's the Lakers DEFENSE that has our experts talking. How are they doing it and CAN they keep it up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ANOTHER 40 piece for the 40-year-old KING James. Perk spies EXACTLY how Bron continues to win his bouts vs father time. Plus the Knicks have won 3 straight BUT do they belong amongst the the East's elite? We get you prepped for their clash with the Cavs and C's this weekend! My EXCLUSIVE interview with Anthony Edwards...What ONE word would he use to describe the up and down Wolves season? NBA Today starts right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start our show with breaking news, San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will be out the remainder of the season after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis -- which is a blood clot -- in his right shoulder. Wembanyama, the 2024 Rookie of the Year, had several notable performances this year including a 5x5 game, 10-block game and 50-point game and had the Spurs fighting for a play-in spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A trade that shook the league. How does Kyrie Irving really feel about the Mavs' new reality? What he told Malika in an exclusive interview. Plus the Lakers play tonight in their first game after All-Star Weekend what should we expect from the LeBron-Luka duo after the break? With the playoffs just 2 months away, it's time for the biggest names in the league to Step Up or Step Out—so who's feeling the pressure the most? Perk is calling them out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're only ONE day away from the final stretch of the season and after missing the All-Star game, will LeBron be ready to suit up tomorrow? Shams joins with the very latest. Speaking of the final stretch... what is the SINGLE biggest question for the rest of the season?? Perk and Udonis are coming in HOT! Plus Malika sat down for an exclusive interview with Kevin Durant. He shared why he didn't want to reunite with Golden State. It's going up on a Tuesday here on NBA Today with Chiney! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last night's game gave us a new format and something we haven't seen in 20 years! No LeBron James in the starting lineup... just hours before the game he announced he would not play due to lingering foot and ankle issues but the show must go on. Mac McClung etched his name into the Dunk contest record books... but could we see the likes of Ja, Giannis, and Zach Lavine next year?? See what they had to say about it. Steph won his 2nd All star game MVP all while his teammate Draymond Green guaranteed another Warriors championship this year. We discuss whether he has a point or not NBA today continues after this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a packed show today celebrating the weekend, but we have to start with an All-Star matchup as Shai-Gilgeous Alexander faced off with Anthony Edwards in Minnesota. Our coverage from NBA All Star continues! We do some TRIVIA next on LeBron's record TWENTY-ONE straight appearances. JuJu Watkins just took down number one U-C-L-A in one of the best performances of her young career. Promise me, you won't want to miss these highlights. We have the THOMPSON TWINS live here ahead of the Rising Stars game! Don't miss it, NBA Today LIVE From All Star Weekend continues after this. Bay area LEGEND E-40 join the show LIVE! We ask them what the Warriors chances are at capturing one last title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can you believe two months from today will be the LAST day of the regular season? The playoff chase will begin in earnest... here is what the post season picture looks like currently. In the East, the Cavs, Celtics, Knicks, Pacers, Bucks, and the Pistons hold playoff spots... while in the West, the Thunder, Grizzlies, Nuggets, Rockets, and the two L-A teams round of the top 6. The standings reshuffled again last night every team was in action and collectively, it was the SECOND highest scoring day in league history!!! That's a whole lot of buckets. Our who's the hoper of the day will join our show LIVE next! We talk New York State of mind next! Keep it locked, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is your favorite KD bucket of all time? They call him easy money for a reason. We have a special top of the top for the newest member of the 30k club, next. Kat dismantled the Pacers. Chiney is breaking down how dominant New York looked last night and what it means for a postseason push. So far the Chef & Butler are cooking up something special how this dynamic duo may have just reignited the Warriors title hopes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new era in L-A tipped off last night as Luka Doncic took the floor in purple and gold for the first time. Every fan in attendance got one of these No. 77 Doncic shirts. Dirk Nowitizki was in the building. The crowd was buzzing. We have every angle of his debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tonight's the night! Fingers crossed! Coming up on NBA Today we'll tell you EXACTLY what to expect in LeBron and Luka's potential debut in Crypto. Plus who's gonna be the man the middle in La La Land after the Mark Williams trade fell apart? We discuss the Lakers Options AND Ceiling down the home stretch. Panic or Patience in Big D? We've got a LIVE report from Dallas on AD's injury and where the Mavs can turn for help. NBA Today, with Chiney, starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26 teams made a move a record Nine All-Stars were swapped at the deadline including Jimmy Butler. Last night, he joined his new team, the Golden State Warriors here in Los Angeles. Here is speaking with reporters for the first time, on playing with Steph and Draymond. What does Anthony Edwards' latest scoring explosion means for the Timberwolves' playoff push? The Mavs return to Dallas for their first home game after the trade.. How will fans receive the team after trading away their beloved franchise star? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA today's trade deadline special continues... Could KD still be traded before the deadline? And if so, what teams are in the running? Fire up that trade machine, Bobby! Now that Brandon Ingram is on his way out... What is the likelihood New Orleans begins the rebuild and moves on from Zion Williamson? Jimmy Butler is headed to the Bay... but how will he fit with Steph and Draymond? Chiney hits the court to show us. Don't go anywhere, NBA Today will be right back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are in the home stretch... The NBA trade deadline is coming in hot. Shams and all our insider are here for minute-by-minute breaking news. Plus it's a new era in LA after a HUGE win, LeBron James speaks for the first time about his new teammate Luka Doncic. The stars showed out last night, but stick around for- and this is NOT an exaggeration- one the most incredible endings in NBA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WALL-TO-WALL coverage of Luka's introductory press conference. Just how shocked WAS he and how does he feel about how it alllll went down. We hear from the new big in Big D for the first time. How will AD pair with Kyrie be? Anthony Davis breaks down a new Maverick era. Plus what are the league's brightest stars saying about the biggest trade in NBA HISTORY? Hear reaction from Giannis, Jokic, Ant Man and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where were you all Saturday night when the most shocking trade in NBA history came down? I had to make sure Shams didn't get hacked! We will cover every angle of the shocking deal that sent Luka Doncic to LA for Anthony Davis. There was more! Shams Charania reported last night that the Spurs are acquiring De'Aaron Fox in a three team deal that also sends Zach LaVine to Sacrameno. You know we will have more on Victor Wembanyama's new wing man later in the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 All Star rosters are complete, with the reserves being announced last night. So let's go through who made the cut. LeBron made some memories of his own on the court last night, but his reaction to Bronny's play is what you're going to want to stick around to see. Plus the one question on everyone's mind during the the best game of the night: are the Grizzlies or the Rockets a bigger threat to the #1-seed Thunder? We get a Steph and KD rematch tonight, but as wurdle towards the Trade Deadline, who is in greater need for their team to make a move? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MVP frontrunner drops ANOTHER 50 piece, but even that couldn't save OKC from a stunning Warriors comeback! We take a deeper look at a troubling trend for the Thunder. Plus a statement win for the Knicks against the Nuggets but it was what Nikola Jokić said AFTER the game that should have the league's attention. From six techs and an ejection in Pacers-Pistons to Wemby having THIS reaction in Clippers-Spurs... highlights from to a wild wednesday in the association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest on Anthony Davis's abdominal injury. How long could he be out, and with the trade deadline looming, what does this mean for LeBron and company? Can the red-hot Knicks end Jokic's historic run? Perk tells us what will happen when two of the top 5 teams in title odds meet tonight. Plus De'Aaron Fox trade talks are reportedly open and he's got a team in mind. Could a blockbuster move be coming ahead of next week's deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today...We've got EVERY angle of Thompson's takedown of the champs in Boston. How did he do it? We'll show you. Plus hear both Richard's reaction to the latest Jimmy Butler suspension in South Beach AND the new reporting from our friend Shams Charania. It's time to have a deeper conversation on the Golden State Warriors. The fit, the lineups, NOTHING is working... but Is it fixable? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Butler is back… again. With two suspensions in one month, how should Miami plan to manage their star as they face the Magic? The man who brought Vinsanity is now immortalized in Brooklyn. Hear Vince Carter's emotional words, the star-studded ceremony, and our countdown of his greatest hits in a Nets jersey. Plus the Cavs' slide continues as their once-dominant season hits its first real slump. Is this the beginning of trouble in Cleveland? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MVP with the heave heard round the world, all while making history yet again how this shot capped off one of the greatest performances we've ever seen Plus as we all predicted, LeBron and the Lakers dominate the defending champs did they expose a weakness in Boston? What does this mean for the Celtics' shot at a repeat? A 30-point homecoming masterpiece for Wemby what made this game everything he expected? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shai dropped a new career high 54 points as the Thunder keep rolling. Is Perk ready to send in his MVP ballot now? From missing games to missing flights more turbulence for Jimmy Butler in Miami. Shams Charania joins us to unpack what's next after another team suspension. Plus the Lakers host the Celtics tonight in a classic rivalry week showdown. The keys for LeBron and AD to keep their home win streak alive vs. Tatum & the Cs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rivals week has officially tipped off the Knicks got a surprise in Brooklyn. Is Ant looking to avenge the West Finals tonight? Plus the NBA is taking over Paris... we're going there LIVE to check in on what made Victor Wembanyama's day back home so memorable day. Is it time for Philly to wave the white flag. We'll debate if the Sixers best option is to shut down their stars for the rest of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ant vs. Ja came down to the buzzer! But what happened to the Wolves' lead late? Chiney diagnoses who is fine in the West. Plus the last time Trae Young rolled the dice at MSG, he cashed in big. Did Jalen Brunson and the Knicks finally silence the Garden villain? ee all wish we were Brian Windhorst this week. He is live, in Paris, with all the sights and sounds of Wemby Week! How the phenom is making this homecoming extra special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We go INSIDE last night's SGA led beatdown of the Cavs. Should we start calling the Thunder title favorites? Plus Jimmy Butler is eligible to play tonight but WILL he? We go LIVE to South Beach for more on Jimmy's status. What will Ja do for an encore when his Grizz take on Wemby again tonight? We've got Memphis big man Jaren Jackson Jr stopping by the show to tell us!. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JA MORANT FROM THE RAFTERS! Coming up on NBA Today...was Temetrius's tomahawk the greatest dunk thrunk NEVER? Say that 3x fast. Plus Steph's turnaround three got Golden State back in the win column, but are the Warriors too reliant on Wardell? We break down their trade market. Can the Cavs put Shai away tonight in OKC or will the Thunder roll in Oklahoma? We get you prepped for tonight's showdown sequel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After one of the most efficient games of his ENTIRE career, is the MVP trophy SGA's to lose? We debate! Plus the stars are out tonight on ESPN. But what's the latest on Embiid vs the Knicks? Can the Warriors cool down Ant Man and the Wolves? You've got questions, we've got answers. What is it about Ja Morant when he faces the Spurs? Does he have something special in store tonight or will Wemby tame the Grizzlies? Find out NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did last night's clash in LA mark the start of a new era in the league? We've got news out of Miami after Jimmy Butler and Pat Riley's face to face meeting. Shams is stopping by with ALL the details. Steve Kerr took full blame after ANOTHER woeful Warriors loss. Is desperation setting in by the bay? Hear from a FRUSTRATED Steph Curry...NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wemby and LeBron face off tonight in a must-see matchup, but is this a changing of the guard or a reminder or who still holds the crown? Plus the Knicks blitzed the Bucks in a bounce-back win, so who exactly ARE the Knicks? Who we saw last night or the team that got trounced by the thunder. Zion's dunk steals the show, then he misses it.... Zion's latest suspension is raising big questions in New Orleans, but our crew has the answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A historic night in the association! We'll tell you EXACTLY what happened and why it could be a sign of things to come for Ant Man. The Suns got back in the win column but do they have a rough road ahead? Hear from a TENSE Bradley Beal following his stellar 6th man performance. We dive into ONE surprise team that would vault themselves into championship contention if they traded for Jimmy Butler.. NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today... What did we learn about SGA and the Thunder after a THRILLING potential Finals preview? Plus what's the move for Miami? Shams stops by to tell us why the Jimmy Butler sweepstakes may start HEATING up sooner rather than later. Wemby did what now? The freshly turned 21-year-old joined some ELITE company over the weekend and we have ALL the details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jimmy Butler saga continues what effect are Butler's comments having in the locker room? Shams has more on how the Heat are reacting to Butler's desire to be traded. Both Steph Curry and LeBron James had themselves a night!... what these milestone moments could tell us about the future of the league. WWE Raw Superstar The Miz is back on NBA Today for more top rope takes and surprise. We have a feeling the Cavaliers might come up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have so much to get to in this Christmas Special, including my exclusive sit down with Steph Curry in just a few minutes... Luka Doncic stops by, and in about 30 minutes, Steph, LeBron, and KD's NBA O-G's conversation. But let's start with the main event for tomorrow night: LeBron spoke last night after the lakers' loss to the Pistons about his his Christmas Day matchup with his long-time on-court rival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today....LeBron is just MINUTES away from another record. Literally. We'll explain how the KING is on Kareem's heels yet again. Plus Will Golden State's newest player be the answer Steph and the Dubs need to crawl back into contention? We discuss ahead of Dennis Schroeder's debut tonight. As the Knicks prepare for a homecoming of sorts tonight. We preview an EMOTIONAL return game for Karl-Anthony Towns in Minnesota. All that and more, NEXT on NBA Today... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We celebrate winners here on NBA Today and the only person who took the Bucks during our show yesterday was the one and only Chiney Ogwumike! What milestone event will ensure Caitlin Clark's legendary status is forever etched in Iowa basketball history? Stay tuned for an update. Plus with trade winds picking up... which Western Conference teams are gearing up for a blockbuster move ahead of the trade deadline, and who might stand pat? Is OKC's promising future still on track, or did the NBA Cup Final highlight concerns? Our experts weigh in next... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Time to go In the Bonus on tonight's star-studded matchup between the Bucks and Thunder and how these two teams got to the NBA Cup. How have the Milwaukee Bucks gone from a 2 and 8 start to the NBA Cup Finals? Giannis reveals all in our EXCLUSIVE interview. Plus with the cup on the line tonight, what would a win mean for SGA and OKC? We break down a possible new era in the NBA. What's the skuttlebutt in South Beach? Shams stops by with the latest on a team that has mutual interest in acquiring Jimmy Butler. All that and more NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today...We've got boots on the ground in Vegas ahead of tomorrow's cup Final between OKC and Milwaukee! Who's got the edge? We break it down. Plus Can Dennis Schroeder fix the Warriors woes? Hear from Steve Kerr after a strange, record breaking loss in San Francisco. How have the Bucks gone from a 2 and 8 start to the NBA Cup Finals? Doc Rivers will join Malika Andrews live from Vegas to tell us...NBA today with Chiney starts NOW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The trade winds continue to swirl in South Beach! Is there a MYSTERY team that could land Jimmy Butler? Someone on this panel thinks so. Plus Big Shot Bobby... aka The Mayor of Milwaukee is stopping by the show! What's been the key behind the Bucks turnaround this season? Hear straight from Bobby Portis. LIVE from Vegas! How quickly can KD get the Suns out of Play-In territory? We break down what Easy Money Sniper's return means for Phoenix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We now know the FINAL four teams heading to Las Vegas. Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks UPSET the Knicks in the Garden last night to advance to the Semis against Giannis and the Bucks. While the young ROCKETS took down Steph and the WARRIORS in Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today...Vegas, baby! With both the Bucks and Thunder punching their tickets to Sin City, which squad is more likely to bring home the cup? Plus who should you trust more tonight: the Steph-led Warriors or the high flying Rockets? We're rolling out Chiney's checklist for the answer. Think Trae Young has anything special up his sleeve for the New York faithful? Perk's got a word of the day for Trae vs MSG: Cup edition! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today...Was KAT's dagger a sign of things to come in the NBA Cup? We're breaking down ALL FOUR of the Cup quarterfinal matchups. Plus the Point God is stopping by 12-time all star Chris Paul is joining us to talk his HISTORIC weekend and his spot on the Mt. Rushmore of Point Guards. We are FIVE DAYS away from open trade season. Shams is here with the latest possible destinations for Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, and more! NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today...Dray dunked and pulled out the night night?!. That's not it, hear what the 4-time all-star said BEFORE the game that has Warriors fans excited. Plus LeBron's 82 game goal is DEAD but the Lakers winning ways are ALIVE. How should the King approach the rest of the year? Our crew weighs in. What's the plan for The Process? We've got INSIDE info from Philly after the Big 3's debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices