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May 9, 2025 • 50min

Ant Man's Downfall

No Steph, all problems...How can the Warriors bounce back after a Game 2 dismantling and we discuss what happened to Draymond on and off the court. Anthony Edwards had another uncanny performance last night, how much more can the Timberwolves expect from Ant and is he "The best there is at what he does." The Celtics have dug an 0-2 hole, but does Perk believe that Jayson Tatum will be the key to digging them out? The East's top seed is in big trouble. We have a live report next about who will be available for Cleveland in a must-win Game 3. Could this Saturday be the biggest Knicks home game in 25 years? We'll break down why they are on the verge of one of the most improbable upsets in NBA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 8, 2025 • 50min

Jimmy's World

As the second round of the playoffs roll on, we are following a Developing story here on NBA Today. Steph Curry was ruled out for Game 2 with a Grade 1 Hamstring strain. Curry has said that he will remain in Minnesota when Golden State head home for Games 3 and 4. There are no Jimmy and Buddy...speaking of...We go live to Minnesota for how the Warriors are getting ready for Game 2 without Steph Curry and Chiney breaks down how much different their offense will be. The Thunder might still be getting buckets in Denver. What went into a historic half for OKC and could this be good for the Nuggets? Maybe? There have been so many incredible defensive plays in playoff history we had to narrow it down to just Game 2's! Top of the Top is coming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 7, 2025 • 50min

Down Goes Curry

What's one word to describe these playoffs? Insane? Nuts? Bananas? Unbelievable? Every night, there's something we have NEVER seen. Including last night-- With the Warriors and Pacers wins, road teams are now 5 and 0 for the first time in NBA History to start the conference semi finals. Who do we need to call to get a picture of Tyrese Haliburton next to the word CLUTCH in the dictionary?? A comeback for the ages you HAVE to see to believe. The Nuggets struck the Thunder in Game 1 but could they shock them again tonight? We reveal the one thing Jokic is doing that is going unnoticed in this series. You've got to hear what Joe Mazulla said about the Celtics 3 point shooting! Brian Windhorst joins with a live report from Boston ahead of a huge game 2 against the Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 6, 2025 • 51min

The Story of the Underdogs

The second round belongs to the underdogs. Game 1 is TONIGHT between the Warriors and Wolves, hear what Steph Curry had to say about how much of a problem it will be to slow down Ant Edwards. How likely is it that Kevin Durant ends up in Houston? Well, the Rockets brass just spoke at their exit interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 5, 2025 • 50min

Playoffs Run Continues

We start today's show with a developing story-- just moments ago, longtime Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich addressed reporters for the first time since November of 2024. How Steph Curry and the Warriors knocked out the Rockets in a barn burning game 7. With a quick turnout, How will they fare against Ant and the Wolves? The Knicks were dominated all season by Celtics meanwhile the Nuggets just went the 7-game distance and now square up against OKC. Who is more likely to pull off an upset against conference elite? You know what they say... look good -- play good! Jayson Tatum has a nice fadeaway, but his fade made me even cleaner. Our Marc Spears catches up with Tatum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 2, 2025 • 51min

Winner Takes All

The shot. The stare. The series. Jalen Brunson closes the door on Detroit but can he kick it down in Boston to make it a series? Plus, Jokic doesn't always say much... but you have to hear what he said about Game 7 against the Clippers. After what we saw in Game 5, which version of the Warriors are we about to get tonight in San Francisco? Game 7 Achieved! Joker, Kwahi, Murray, or Harden, Who has the advantage and what superstar will step up in this Best-of-1 series? The Warriors showed up for a basketball series, the Rockets made it a war... Who has the advantage heading into Game 6 and why the winds say Golden State, be careful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 1, 2025 • 51min

King Slayer

That was the scene last night following the Lakers elimination by the Timberwolves in game 5 and the conclusion of LeBron James' 22nd season in the NBA. Now, the Lakers face of an off season of questions: Will a 40-year-old LeBron James, who has a player option, be back? Will Luka sign an extension? How can they improve this roster? We take a deep dive into Anthony Edwards, he is developing quite the reputation for eliminating superstars. What is the Wolves path from here? The Rockets ran the Warriors out of the building in Game 5. That's concerning but we all saw the photos of Steph Curry's thumb. Just how much of a problem could that be? Jalen Brunson and the Knicks have another chance to eliminate the Pistons, but what is the biggest challenge for Big Body getting the job done in Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 30, 2025 • 51min

Do or Die in the Playoffs?

We're 36 games into the playoffs—and five series are still hanging in the balance. The Lakers have their backs against the wall, but Luka Doncic seems to be confident in pulling off the improbable. Hear what he had to say ahead of the biggest game of the season. Death, taxes, and Jamal Murray lighting it up in the playoffs. What have the Nuggets figured out against Kawhi and the Clips? Perk has an LA Confidential message for them. Is Jayson Tatum having his superstar moment? And can Cade Cunningham shock the world? So many questions!! Thankfully we have all the answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 29, 2025 • 50min

Closing Time?

Steve Kerr calls Draymond Green the best defender he's ever seen. We show you why that might be warranted. What's been the key for the Knicks creating crunch time seperation their first round series? With seasons and series on the line: Can the Lakers push back on the Wolves? Will the Clips have an emotional hangover after game 4? The Heat lost by a combined 122 POINTS in their sweep at the hands of the Cavs. YIKES. Are we about to see wholesale changes in South Beach? Bobby Marks lays out Miami's off season. Is BIG BODY BRUNSON about to put his cape on in Gotham? Chiney maps out how the Knicks can closeout the Pistons after a controversial Game 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 28, 2025 • 50min

Dame Time Out

Breaking News, Out of Sunday night's Pacers-Bucks game...Damian Lillard is out for the playoffs with a left torn achilles tendon. 48 hours later and I STILL cannot stop thinking about this finish in Intuit. Where did AG's putback rank on the top 1st round moments of ALL-TIME list? What did the Chef Steph prove in his game 3 takeover and WHAT does it mean for the Warriors postseason aspirations? The Pistons are Pist off after a controversial ending in Detroit. We re-live and react to an instant classic turned CONTENTIOUS postgame scene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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