NBA Today

ESPN, Malika Andrews
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May 19, 2025 • 47min

Future Superstar Status?

The Knicks, Pacers, Timberwolves and Thunder have all punched their tickets to the conference finals meaning we will see a new team crowned, the 8th different NBA Champion in the last 8 years. What a way to get the 2025 W season started. Of course everyone is reacting to the flagrant and technicals between Angel and Caitlin clark... We check-in with Chiney. Speeeaking of rivalries, we've got one renewed in the East. We offer a history lesson AND a fortune-telling for the storied, DRAMATIC matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 15, 2025 • 47min

When Dubs Cry

Wolves win! How did they claw their way back to the conference finals for the 2nd straight year? We go live to the Mile High City for a win-or-stay-home showdown. Who will be the difference tonight: SGA or Jokic?? They're ALIVE! Celtic Pride on display last night. An INSIDE look at how Boston beatdown the Knicks. Can the C's actually pull this off? You know it's a big day when Big Perk breaks out the BIDNESS box. What did he see in last night's Boston blowout that's got him so fired up? Big money Bobby Marks is stopping by to walk us through the Warriors offseason options. How do they improve and what's on the table for Jonathan Kuminga? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 14, 2025 • 47min

Dreams & Nightmares

How have the Thunder taken control of the conference semis? Danny Green spotlights one key advantage and what it means for OKC's title hopes. If you're STILL somehow sleeping on the Pacers, you better wake-up. Big Perk breaks down how Nap Town is going full Freddy Krueger on the East. The safe money is on the Knicks to advance to their first conference finals in 26 years! But are people writing off the defending champs too quickly? The Pacers are headed BACK to the conference finals but will they continue to be overlooked when they get there? SGA and the Thunder may have taken control of the series but how about the entire Western conference? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 13, 2025 • 47min

Celtics Concerns

We cover ALL the fallout from the most insane draft lottery of all-time. Is it possible that Dallas wasn't the biggest winner last night? Continued coverage of Jayson Tatum's lower leg injury. Shams is here with the latest and why last night's closing minutes could send shockwaves through the East. The Wolves answered the call of game 4 last night. Is there ANY hope for the Dubs? We've got an INSIDE look at the Warriors mindset for the rest of the series. LIVE coverage of ALL the top prospects working out at today's combine. Whose stock is rising, and whose is falling? Another sad story for the bottom teams in the league last night. Could we and should we see a shake-up in in the lottery format? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 12, 2025 • 46min

Quarterly Report?

Brian Windhorst, a Senior NBA writer, dives deep into playoff dynamics, particularly focusing on the struggling Cavaliers after a tough loss to the Pacers. He dissects the key differences in team strategies and highlights the impressive teamwork of Indiana. The conversation shifts to the exciting potential of the upcoming draft lottery with rising star Cooper Flagg, while also exploring the Celtics' resurgence and the challenges facing the Bucks. Windhorst offers keen insights on player loyalty versus championship opportunities in the ever-evolving NBA landscape.
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May 9, 2025 • 46min

Ant Man's Downfall

Danny Green, an NBA analyst and former player, shares his insights on the playoff drama. The Warriors face dilemmas after a tough loss, while Anthony Edwards continues to impress with his gameplay. The Celtics are in a bind, and Jason Tatum's performance is pivotal for their comeback. Attention shifts to the Knicks, who are on the verge of an upset that could rewrite history. With playoff stakes high, pressure mounts on key players to deliver when it counts, making for an electrifying discussion.
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May 8, 2025 • 46min

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 • 46min

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 • 47min

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 • 46min

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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