

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 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

Jun 2, 2025 • 47min
The Last Man Standing
The NBA Finals are set! Congrats to the Pacers on one of the most surprising runs to the Finals we've ever seen, they knocked off the Knicks this past Saturday but the biggest challenge yet awaits them. Luka tells us exactly how LeBron has already impacted the rest of his career. Could we be in store for the best Luka yet? What's next for the Knicks now that they've been bounced? Big Perk has a big message for the Big Bodega that I promise you will not want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 30, 2025 • 47min
Redemption in the Garden?
The Knicks have a pulse in the Eastern Conference Finals! Big Body Brunson stepped up to Force a Game 6. OKC awaits the winner of that series - but WHO would they rather face in the Finals: New York or Indy? Indy is feeling the pressure now, will Tyrese Haliburton be able to re-create his Game 4 masterpiece at home in Game 6? OKC is back in the Finals for first time since 2012 but how does this team stack up with the KD, Russ and Harden trio. Kendrick Perkins might have something to say about it! SGA is putting up a season for the ages. But we'll show you the numbers that put him into GOAT territory if OKC finishes the job! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 29, 2025 • 47min
Empire State of Mind
The Knicks are on the brink of elimination. Shams has the latest on Karl Anthony Towns' status ahead of what's being call the biggest Knicks game in over two decades. If the Knicks want to stay alive, they are going to have to slow down Tyrese Haliburton. Perk spies something that NEEDS to change ASAP. We relive the HISTORIC Thunder season with their top of plays ahead of their finals run. Don't miss it, we're live in OKC for NBA today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 2025 • 47min
Holy Hali
Two series. Two 3-1 leads for the Thunder and the Pacers! We're back here LIVE in Oklahoma City ahead of Game 5 as the Minnesota Timberwolves are on the brink of elimination. With the Thunder are on the cusp of an NBA Finals berth and this isn't necessarily uncharted territory for the franchise. He's been dominant, he's been benched, and now, Julius Randle might be the biggest wildcard in the entire conference finals. What it all means for Game 5 and beyond. Game 4 was personal. And Tyrese Haliburton played like it. Udonis tells how far the all-world point guard can take Indy. The playoffs may be winding down but the fireworks? They're just getting started. Why this NBA summer is already being called historic, and who's about to shake it up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


