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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Jul 27, 2023 • 49min
Arike Ogunbowale joins the show; Knicks, Celtics outlooks; ESPN NBA Power Rankings
Coming up on NBA Today:Jaylen Brown's big contract comes with bigger expectations in Boston. But how much better are the Celtics this season versus last?Plus, the Knicks retooled for a run, but will it be enough to catch the best teams in the East, and could there be a bigger plan at work in New York? And ESPN NBA Power Rankings are here! Which teams are too high? Too low? We break down the top five... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 26, 2023 • 49min
Jaylen Brown press conference; Bronny James update; Hot Summer Mics
Coming up on NBA Today:Hear from Jaylen Brown fresh off signing his record-breaking deal...And who's up next for a major contract? Might be Anthony Davis. Will the Lakers go all in and build around AD for the long term?Plus, hear what James Harden, Anthony Edwards, Mikal Bridges, Giannis, and Jayson Tatum have had to say recently... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 25, 2023 • 49min
Jaylen Brown signs supermax extension; Blank check worthy players; New-look Luka
Ahead on NBA Today:Jaylen Brown signed the largest contract in NBA history! Our panel will dive into what this deal means for the Celtics and superstars around the league...And the NBA world reacts to soccer phenom Kylian Mbappe's massive contract offer. Which all-time NBA player is worth a one-year one billion dollar deal?Plus, Tim MacMahon joins to discuss Luka and the Mavs... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 24, 2023 • 49min
Becky Hammon joins the show
Coming up on NBA Today:We'll take a look at the biggest contenders, storylines, and more 3 months out from the regular season...Plus, MVP odds just dropped, but that doesn't matter to Perk. He has his own BIG LIST of MVP favorites this season...And Aces head coach Becky Hammon joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 21, 2023 • 49min
Harden's timeline; FIBA World Cup; Mavs, Kings outlooks
Coming up on NBA Today:James Harden sends a message to the Sixers. Just how uncomfortable is he willing to make things in Philly for Daryl Morey?Plus, the FIBA World Cup is coming this summer. USA's roster is stocked with young stars, but which international team poses the biggest threat to a US gold medal?And we'll head out West to take a look at the Mavs' and Kings' outlooks for the upcoming season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 21, 2023 • 49min
West Over/Unders; Ayton's message for the haters, Ben Simmons' future
Coming up on NBA Today:A super roster like the Suns brings all the smoke, how one Sun is looking get ahead of the hate...Plus, Ben Simmons has gone from All-NBA to all questions. What the Nets star can do to change his narrative...And who has the most signature shot in NBA history? Perk has a big list for just such a question... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 20, 2023 • 49min
Draymond on CP3; Trust the Process?; East Over/Unders
Coming up on NBA today:Draymond Green had some interesting comments about the addition of long-time rival Chris Paul. We discuss what it's like working with people you don't necessarily like...Plus, Ramona has the latest on Daryl Morey's plan for the Sixers' future...And we'll head out East to make some over/under picks... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2023 • 49min
Cam Whitmore joins the show; Latest on Embiid; Which teams are one piece away?
Coming up on NBA today:Could this be a make-or-break season for Joel Embiid this season with the Sixers? Ramona Shelburne has the latest coming out of Philadelphia...Plus, five years ago today, the Toronto Raptors traded for Kawhi Leonard and the rest is history. We discuss which team are one piece away right now...And Summer League MVP Cam Whitmore joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 17, 2023 • 49min
Steph Curry joins the show; Embiid's future; LeBron goes back to 23
Coming up on NBA today:Steph Curry joins the show!Plus, hear what Joel Embiid had to say about winning a championship, whether it's in Philly or not...And LeBron is changing his number back to 23. So that begs the question—which version of the LeBron is best? 6 or 23? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 14, 2023 • 49min
Lillard, Harden, Brown updates; Threats out West; WNBA All-Star Weekend preview
Coming up on NBA today:Dame, Harden, Jaylen. Woj is here to tell you everything you need to know about the three biggest questions of the NBA offseason...Plus, thee Nuggets stream rolled the NBA playoffs. But the West has retooled. We'll pick the top threats to the reigning the champs!And WNBA All-Star weekend is ready to tip off! We've got the latest from Las Vegas... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
