

NBA Today
ESPN, Malika Andrews
With 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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Jul 30, 2025 • 46min
Trouble in the Bay Area?
ESPN's new power rankings were just released! Wait until you see who's landed AHEAD of Luka and the Lakers. Tonight is the first Finals rematch of the W season! Hear our exclusive interviews with Napheesa and Sabrina ahead of what is sure to be one of the best games of the season. Shams is standing by with the very latest out of Golden State. Why hasn't Jonathan Kuminga signed a deal yet? The NBA Off-Season rankings are out and you don't want to miss what Perk has to say about who is ahead of the Lakers.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 29, 2025 • 47min
CP3's last ride?
The Sixers have seen better seasons, but how pivotal could this next one be in Philly. Paige Bueckers continued to shine, but last night it was against the reigning champs... What this victory means for the rookie phenom..! My exclusive interview with Chris Paul after being RE-introduced as a member of the LA Clippers. The future hall of famer on what is driving him in year 21, and if this will be his last season. Where does CP3 rank all time? Big Perk tells us why he does NOT have Chris Paul in his top 10. I promise you won't want to miss his reasoning. We head out to the east to check in on The Sixers and Pistons... should they be considered contenders?
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Jul 28, 2025 • 47min
LUKA in SHAPE?
Luka Doncic like you have never seen him. We'll talk .. how Luka transformed himself this offseason - AND the latest on his potential new deal with the Lakers. A pair of iconic MVP's teamed up in Toronto... but we crunched the numbers, WHO had the more dominant MVP year... SGA or Allen Iverson? Ja Morant threw down one of the best dunks of the summer... we're running back the best Ja-dropping dunks of his NBA career...
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Jul 25, 2025 • 47min
Farewell in Golden State?
Welcome to NBA Today, I'm Vanessa Richardson, in for Malika Andrews. Joined here today in our LA studios by senior writers Tim Bontemps, Ramona Shelburne, and Andscape's David Dennis Junior. We recap Houston's high-flying Summer and spotlight EXACTLY how KD fits in with the likes of Ime udoka, aperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson. Did you know New York ranked 26th in pace of play last year? We've got the latest on Mike Brown's plans to overhaul the Knicks offense. It's national thread a needle day so you KNOW our producers dug-in to find the tightest tight-window dimes of all-time! A special top of the top is NEXT! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 24, 2025 • 47min
Golden State Standoff?
The Warriors have been *eerily* quiet this offseason, but is that patience or a problem? Shams joins with a *major* update to the Kuminga standoff with Golden State. It's extension season, but not everyone's signing off....yet... Which teams are risking regret by NOT signing now? Who's got next? Big Perk's back with his Big List of MVP candidates and if ya *think* SGA's still on top, you might want to stick around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 21, 2025 • 47min
Going Back to Cali'
Coming up on NBA Today...First Beal then CP3. Details on CP's decision to return to LA and debate if the Clips have entered a new tier out West. The pregame statement that sent shockwaves through the W. Our reporters have the latest on what the player demands are, and where the current league CBA stands. Smart move by Marcus to head to LA? Shams is back to detail how the deal came together and who the Lakers may be targeting next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 15, 2025 • 47min
Sixers Speculation?
Shams has the latest on Paul George's knee surgery. With this development, can the East still run through the city of Brotherly Love? It might've been the dunk of the summer and one of the nastiest posters we've seen in years. So we're celebrating with the Biggest 5 poster dunks ever. Mavs GM Nico Harrison gives an update on Kyrie Irving's status that could have major implications for the Mavs 2025 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jul 14, 2025 • 47min
Time's Tickin'
Udonis Haslem, a three-time NBA champion with the Miami Heat, shares his insights alongside Hall of Fame reporter Mark Spears and front office insider Bobby Marks. They debate LeBron James' future with the Lakers amidst offseason decisions and potential trade scenarios. The conversations highlight rising stars from the Summer League, including promising players like Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper. Bobby Marks also dissects the Golden State Warriors' offseason strategies, addressing roster challenges and the competitiveness in the West.

Jul 11, 2025 • 47min
The Maine Man
We are coming to you LIVE from Las Vegas, baby! ALL the highlights, ALL the overreaction, and ALL the new names are on tap. Our experts dissect Cooper Flagg's professional debut here in Vegas. What stuck out the most and what does it mean for the Mavs upcoming season? we'll talk about it. What does Book's historic extension mean for the Suns summer of roster reconstruction? And how does it impact Bradley Beal? Bobby Marks breaks it all down NEXT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 9, 2025 • 47min
Pelinka's Plan?
What's more romantic than matinee hoops? Hear from all-star game captain Caitlin Clark following her return to action earlier this afternoon. Shams stops by to detail Chet Holmgren's big time extension. Does it hurt or help OKC's chances to become the next NBA dynasty? A full breakdown is on the way. The Lakers lost in the first round in 5 this season. Does the addition of Deandre Ayton raise their ceiling above that? Our experts break down the next step for LA. BIG couple of days for the the Joker. First he won a horse race, and then he turned down an extension. We'll tell you what it means for Jokic and the Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices