

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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Jun 16, 2025 • 47min
Finals Stretch
We're back in OKC, joined by three of the best in the business: Chiney Ogwumike, Brian Windhorst, and Hall of Famer Marc Spears! I'm Malika Andrews. Can we just take a second on this fine Monday? This Finals? This is HOOPS. Did Caitlin Clark just prove to the world that she could lead this Fever team to a title?! Well, what she did against the defending champs could teach us a whole lot. Could the Desmond Bane trade have ripple effects throughout the rest of the league? Shams is here detailing what could be next for Ja Morant and company. The K-D trade saga continues... but the list of teams he will likely land on has shrunk once again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 13, 2025 • 47min
Thunder Storm Brewing?
We are live from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis counting down to Game 4 of the NBA Finals. The Home town Pacers lead the series 2-1. We dive into the incredible connection between Indys's two star point guards plus breaking news on Clark's status ahead of tomorrow's primetime match up. Hear from her next. Indiana turned up the heat on Shai in Game 3 and the Thunder's superstar found himself in unfamiliar territory late. We dive into what that could mean moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 12, 2025 • 47min
But This is Indy!
The Pacers take a pivotal game 3 last night in this arena... they are now only TWO games away from their first NBA title... remember, they do have ABA titles in their franchise history! Kevin Durant's potential landing spots have seemingly narrowed but we can always dream, right?! Big Perk gives us HIS dream landing spots for KD. I caught up with two of heroes from last night just moments ago, hear what TJ McConnell and Pascal Siakam are saying about being two wins away. What adjustments NEED to be made for OKC in a must-win game 4 tomorrow night? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 11, 2025 • 46min
Overrate That
There is some magic to this day for the Indiana Pacers! 25 years ago today, the pacers won game 3 against the Lakers in the 2000 NBA Finals... in just over five hours, they will look to recapture that spirit and defend home court... we've LIVE here in INDY! The Knicks were denied another head coach interview on Wednesday... With Jason Kidd off the table, what is New York's path going forward? Shams gives us the FIVE destinations KD could land. Where would the 2-time FInals MVP fit best?? My Tyrese Haliburton for an exclusive conversation.. He tells us why he keeps getting DISRESPECTED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 10, 2025 • 46min
Storm Chasers
For the first time since 2000, the Pacers will host an NBA Finals Game! We're here LIVE in Indiana getting you set for game 3 that's just over 24 hours away. After setting a Finals RECORD for most points through the first two games, how is SGA feeling heading into game 3? We check in with the MVP himself after the break. Chiney Ogwumike I hear you spent all morning geeking out with Schwartzcenter over game 2 film and see ONE specific area that COULD make all the different for Indy's offense. Will OKC's momentum carry over to Indy? Mr Tim Legler breaks down what worked SO well in game 2 AND what the Pacers can do to slow the Thunder's roll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 9, 2025 • 46min
The Shai Display
Indiana has been known for improbable comebacks, but not last night! What OKC changed in Game 2 and what it means going forward. It was only one game but our panel saw some troubling signs for the Pacers. Can they unlock their stars to take mometum back? Speaking of stars, we canvas the league for the latest news on KD, Cooper Flagg, Darius Garland and SO much more. Shams is stopping by for a LIVE report! Let's check in on the W. Must-hear comments from Becky Hammon after another brutal Aces loss. And Kelsey Plum is wondering... what's up with rookies these days?! With his 2nd straight 30 plus point night, SGA joined a list of ALL-TIME greats. Where does he rank and what can Indy do to slow him down? A question for Mr. Windhorst of course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 6, 2025 • 46min
Thunder Warning?
Richard said it best.. Hali is not afraid of the moment, he IS the moment. We're back here LIVE in OKC with Chiney Owgumike, Kendrick Perkins, and the man who also made his Finals debut-- Richard Jefferson! I'm Malika Andrews... Look at us, all together once again! The electricity in the building last night was incredible... all until zero point three on the game clock-- that's when you could hear a pin drop in the arena. What does OKC need to do to make sure this doesn't happen again? Udonis Haslem joins with a spirited message to the Thunder faithful. Brian Windhorst tells us the FIVE reasons HOW the Pacers keep pulling off the impossible. A special tower of power you won't want to miss. NBA Today, live from OKC rolls on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 6, 2025 • 1h 32min
Happy NBA Finals Day!
The NBA Finals are here back in OKC for the first time in thirteen years! We're getting you set for Game 1 of the NBA finals here between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder! Overlooked. Underrated. And now? On the sport's biggest stage... Andraya Carter takes us inside the mindset that's powered Tyrese Haliburton's rise. They've outpaced everyone in their path…But is OKC the team that can finally disrupt Indiana's rhythm? Tim MacMahon on how the Thunder plan to put the brakes on the Pacers. With Big Perk in OKC, you knew we had to get a Big List… and this time, he's counting down the greatest Finals performances ever. Just wait 'til you hear who he's got at #1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 4, 2025 • 47min
The Day Before NBA Finals
We are BACK in Oklahoma City for the NBA Finals. The Pacers arrived safely last night, despite some local thunder storms AND Game 1 tips off in less than 30 hours. I sat down with SGA just moments ago and he told me HIS thoughts on the face of the League conversation. Don't miss his must-hear answer. The coaching carousel is off and running... Shams is here with the latest out of New York and Phoenix. Wait until you hear what Perk has to say about what the Suns NEED to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 3, 2025 • 47min
Bye, Bye, Thibs
BREAKING NEWS! THE KNICKS JUST FIRED THE MAN WHO COACHED THEM TO THEIR MOST SUCCESSFUL RUN IN DECADES. WAS THIS THE RIGHT MOVE, OR A STEP BACK? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices