NBA Today

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

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

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

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

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

In the play-by-play era, teams were 1-271 when trailing by at least 29 points in a playoff game entering last night. SGA and the Thunder were down by as many as 29 points in game 3 but overcame the deficit for the comeback win. The Knicks first five out did something in Detroit they haven't done in 52 years! We'll tell you what it was AND what it means for their championship aspirations. Are the Bucks playing for more than their playoff lives tonight? Some league sources say things could get DICEY if Milwaukee can't rally against Indy. It's a game 3 so OF COURSE it's pivotal..but what are the keys to victory for BOTH squads heading into the Lakers Wolves duel on ESPN? LeBron weighs in after the break! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start the show with a developing story, Jimmy Butler got undercut on a rebound late in the first quarter vs the Rockets Game 2 and did NOT return to the game with a pelvis contusion. Steve Kerr said after the game that MRI's were scheduled for this morning. It's the BLOOD, sweat, and tears of the playoffs!!! We dissect how the Celtics took a commanding 2 - 0 lead WITHOUT their superstar. What do the Knicks need from Karl Anthony Towns tonight in game 3??? We tell you why he could be the make or break factor tonight. Kawhi and the Clippers host Jokic and the Nuggets tonight in a pivotal game 3! Can we expect another vintage Claw performance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Once upon a time in Hollywood, the Lakers looked to even their series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Dame and Haliburton rivalry picked up right where they left off and Giannis had some strong comments on the state of the Bucks you don't want to miss. It's the OKC Thunder's world and we're just living in it....at least that what it seems like through 2 games against the Grizzlies. Bobby Marks tells us why we better get used to it too. Cover your ears, Chiney but Houston, we may have a Steph Curry - Jimmy Butler sized problem. We preview the Rockets must-win game Game 2 tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's one of the most common sayings in the NBA, "A series doesn't start until the road team wins a game." If that's true, the Pistons and Clippers are just getting started. Minnesota stunned the Lakers in Game 1 and tonight feels like it's as close to a "must-win" as Game 2's can get. DEEEETROIT Basketball! ... MotorCade had Detroit firing on ALL Pistons in MSG. Can Cunningham actually take the Pistons to heights they haven't been in over TWO decades? Injury updates back east. What's the latest on Dame Dolla and Jayson Tatum heading into their game 2's? Shams is stopping by to fill us in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What an incredible opening weekend for the 2025 NBA Playoffs. The Lakers look for answers after a physical Game 1 from the Timberwolves. What LA needs to adjust in Game 2 against the Timberwolves. The after-shocks of the Luka trade are still being felt. Hear from the Nico Harrison, as Dallas holds exit interviews. Bobby Marks lays out the Mavs off season crossroads. The Celtics' quest to repeat is underway as they get the win in Game 1 - but Tatum left that game shaking his wrist and needed X-rays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices