NBA Today

We'll take you All-Access, behind the scenes, Inside tonight's Cavaliers and Pistons matchup... Including an exclusive interview with Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson-- we discuss the impact of James harden and his availability with the broken thumb.. Michael Malone caught up with Pistons coach JB Bickerstaff in the FILM ROOM... Two coaches pouring over the tape? Can't wait for that.Speaking of the Pistons. All-Star we have Jalen Duren, unplugged, in his own words, to tell us why Detroit is ready to shock the world. Speaking of snipers, Kon Knueppel set a rookie record last night! Can he lead the up-and-coming Hornets out of play-in territory? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pistons now own the best record in the league. What did Cade do last night vs OKC that put him in the same company as LeBron? There's only 45 days left in the regular season... It's time to talk MVP ladder. Who's climbing and who's falling? Perk clues us in.. Count 'em... ten straight wins for Wemby and the San Antonio Spurs... Brian Windhorst puts the streak into perspective, and we examine just how close they are to catching OKC. Luka and the Lakers look to rebound after Tuesday's disappointing loss... You'll want to hear how the team is feeling before tonight's game... One NBA owner has a radical proposal to change all-star weekend... The idea and what's on the line.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We discuss Luka's decision to not take the last shot... Newly acquired Cavs guard, James Harden has sustained a fracture in his right thumb... it occurred during last night's win over the Knicks. The Cavs are 6-1 with Harden in the lineup, so his health will be a major factor going forward....Buzz City have been buzz saws on the road lately, don't miss what they did to Chicago on Tuesday...Jaylen Brown's status for tonight against Denver and how soon can we see Jayson Tatum back on the floor? Shams has the latest on the Celtics stars...Before Kobe became the "Black Mamba", there was another all time great who was slated to have that nickname... Who it was, and why it never happened and how that paved the way... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another epic battle on the books tonight with the Knicks and Cavs. We get you set for tonight's Clash in Cleveland and pose the question: which team is better equipped to take the East? The latest on the W negotiations. What happened in Monday's collective bargaining meeting and why the start of the season could be in jeopardy if new markers aren't met by early March. After these last two weeks, should Darryn Peterson still be in the conversation for the top pick? Our insiders have been working the phones to find out what NBA GMs think. Wemby and the Spurs are rolling, and one of our panelists is making comparisons to the Spurs Dynasty teams. Find out what similarities these they have next.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Celtics didn't just win, they sent a statement...If Boston can do that to Luka… what does that mean for the rest of the East?Jokic stuffed the stat sheets again, but what is happening when even a 35-20-12 night isn't enough for a Nuggets W? And if your weekend was busy, don't worry. We've got the wildest finishes, highest flyers, and clutchest shots of the weekend...We've heard stars tease the Dunk Contest before, when Victor speaks, we listen... hear from Wemby. From role player to difference-maker, Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black has been attacking the rim all season... but what might he show us in studio? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA is back, baby... We all needed a break, but 10 games on the slate last night and now we'll set break it all down now that we are into the home stretch of the season... And tonight on ESPN, fresh off his All Star MVP, Anthony Edwards in back in action. Then, the battle of LA. Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers have a chance to claw back to .500, but they'll have to contend with the Lakers... their big 3 are a go for just the 11th time all year. Since we're talking Luka and Ant: the latest MVP straw poll has been released. Who is closing the gap in the final sprint of the season. Cleveland is rolling... and it's powered by Mitchell and Harden. Why this new Big 2 might be the East's BIGGEST problem. And the latest MVP straw poll is out but the clear frontrunners might be racing the calendar more than the competition... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Malika's exclusive one-on-one convo with Steph Curry, where he opens up on chasing his elusive 5th ring in Golden State....The road to June runs through OKC... or does it? The teams peaking at the right time who just may steal the champ's...thunder... And bright lights and big stakes at MSG...Why tonight's Pistons-Knicks matchup should have the entire East's attention... Is Darryn Peterson's NBA Draft stock falling? We assess why one of the most talented prospects is checking himself out of games... A thrilliing....but weird night in college hoops. We unpack the performances of Dybantsa and Acuff, and the puzzling decision from Darryn Peterson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We unpack Jeanie Buss's cryptic comments on the King. Are we nearing the end of LeBron in LA? Where do things stand between the WNBA players union and the league? We take you inside the tense, ongoing labor negotiaions...Before we look ahead to tomorrow night's restart, we look back at the plays that shaped the season so far. All the best dunks, dimes and game-winners are next! While Detroit has been stunning the league, other squads have been major bummers... We'll tell you who the MOST disappointing team has been this season!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jayson Tatum hits the 40 week mark of his recovery. We lay out what sources, insiders, and even players are saying about the superstar's impending return...What are the pre-requisites for being the next face of the league? Our panel puts their criteria to the test to see who's closest to meeting it..The summer of LeBron is looming. How his decision this July could send MASSIVE shockwaves through not just LA but the rest of the league. What will the vibes be like in Milwaukee when Giannis returns? And what's this summer look like in Milwaukee? Our panel bust out their crystal balls..You've heard of Air Jordan, but what about Rare Jordan? Our producers dug DEEP into the archives to find some high flying highlights you haven't seen before Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The stars put on a show this weekend in Los Angeles... did this new format prove the All-Star Game is officially back? As Next-Gen players shined all weekend, what's next for LeBron? What he said before the game that has our attention... Malika's exclusive sit-down with Giannis...after all the rumors... and all the memes, he finally addresses the noise. And the teams he name drops in this interview might surprise you. Damian Lillard came back with a BANG, lighting it up from 3, but the dunk contest has left some big questions... is there a fix for All-Star Saturday? .. Marc Spears caught up with Donovan Mitchell last night... he'll tell us what the ceiling is for the Cavs with James Harden in the lineup! Adam Silver says the league is trying every possible remedy to stop tanking... could a bold new move solve the NBA's tanking issues? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices