NBA Today

LeBron is back - lets put this historic night in perspective when it comes to longevity - just 5 players made it to 21 seasons in the league: Chris Paul, Kevin Garnett, Dirk, Robert Parish and Kevin Willis.. How about 22 seasons? Just one name - half man half amazing Vince Carter, who called it a career back in 2020. Why it's not all sunshine for Steph and the Warriors in Florida today- Shams is here with the latest on Steph's ankle on the second night of a back-to-back. And it is a good thing Shams is here -- with so many unfortunate injuries around the league. he also has the latest on Giannis's injury- and how his timeline to return could impact his future in Milwaukee. We shift gears to Detroit.. The Pistons are running like a well-oiled machine - A number that totally surprised me that we will share with you their turnaround. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you love hoops, heck if you love sports -- tonight is one you circle because it could mark the beginning of LeBron's historic 23rd season in the NBA. Milwaukee left Cleveland with more than just a loss last night... The latest on the severity of Giannis' injury, and what it could mean for the Bucks...Three teams are quietly changing the shape of the East. The question is: which of these early climbs actually means more than it looks?PG makes his season debut, facing his former team, and it all built to a wild final minute in Philadelphia. How did the Sixers pull this one out? Don't miss the chaotic finish ahead.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What EXACTLY are we witnessing from the freshly fueled up Rockets? Someone on this panel has some LOFTY praise for Houston that you gotta hear...Good vibes in Dallas! Finally. What was the catalyst in Coop's career game and what does it mean for the Mavs moving forward? Hmmm....Year 23 loading! Just how soon 'til the King retakes court and how will he fit in with the new-look Lakers? Shams Charania is here and has the latest! Steph went ice cold, Draymond Green lost his cool... AND none of it matter. Why the Warriors are on a heater right now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Friday!!! Which means its week 3 of the NBA Cup tips off tonight! And all 30 teams have at least played one game of group play-- As a reminder, the NBA Cup will consist of two stages: Group Play and the Knockout Rounds. Here's a look at the favorites to win each of their respective groups... The Raptors, Magic, Bucks in the East... and then the Thunder, Lakers, and Spurs are atop the West side... We will for sure have a clearer picture of what the Cup standings look like after tonight's NINE total games that you can see here. How long will the Knicks be down Jalen Brunson? Legs tells us who must step up for the Knicks to keep pace in the East. Plus... Steph Curry is parting ways with Under Armor and Shams the inside on what could be the hottest free agent in Sneaker history... Sneakerheads stay tuned...Jalen Johnson drops tells us about his historic night against the Jazz... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The greatest shooter of all time came was unleashed last night... Steph Curry dropped 22 points in the 3rd quarter against the Spurs. His 23rd 20+ point 3rd quarter of his career. Shai Gilgious Alexander only needed 3 quarters to drop 30 and has now sat and rested more 4th quarters then he has had to play.. Very consistent...And there is Nikola Jokic. Who coming into last night was shooting 76% from the field and averaging almost 32 points in his last 4 games... last night Joker faced the Clippers. Two Eastern Conference contenders clashed in Madison Square Garden last night. Let's just say it was a magical for one team's rising star. What is the New York state of mind?A live report from Dallas. Tim Macmahon is standing by with ALL the intel on how the players and fans are feeling following Nico's dismissal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OKC ruins Steph's return. Is it time to sound the alarm in San Francisco? We dissect Draymond's candid comments following the ugly loss....Speaking of the Thunder, how do they plan to defend Luka tonight? And what's Luka's counter? We've got dueling breakdowns from Chiney and Perk on tap....Should the Mavs enter rebuild mode? Brian Windhorst lays out ALL the options on the table follwing Nico Harrison's dismissal. Nikola Jokic had a night to remember in Sac-Town while Doug Christie had fiery comments about his Kings' squad you won't want to miss...The All-Star Game is going through another set of changes... Our panel has some strong thoughts on the new format! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last night was the best night of basketball this season — fifteen game-tying or go-ahead buckets in the final 75 seconds! We'll break down the tape and show you exactly how it all unfolded. Victor Wembanyama keeps doing things we've never seen before… but what does the best version of Wemby really look like? Brian Windhorst has thoughts... Nico Harrison is out as Mavericks GM. We've got every angle covered — the what, the why, and how we got to this point. Another wild finish in the Motor City and we've got Jalen Duren on the show to tell us what's clicking for the Pistons and how he and Cade have built their unstoppable chemistry on the court... It's only November basketball, but we're already getting midseason drama...Brian Windhorst has four cities circled, and you'll want to know why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don't look now, but the Pistons are the hottest team in the East! Cade's clutch again, but it's HOW they're winning that's raising eyebrows. It was another weekend full of Wemby moments we've never seen before.. Wait 'til you see what he added to the highlight reel this weekend...Brandon Ingram made waves this weekend... literally. But he's not the first to make a splash. We take a look back at some of the league's most hydrating highlights. Things aren't clicking in Dallas, and Jason Kidd's latest experiment could either spark a turnaround… or add to the chaos. Someone on this panel here is about to call it out... A crossover so filthy, it sent us straight to the archives to relive the most filthy crossovers of all time...don't miss who made our top of the top crossovers ever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Future meets the Master for the 5th time ever tonight! Welcome into our Los Angeles Studios-- I'm Malika Andrews. It's Friday, which means it's an NBA Cup Day! Tonight, Kevin Durant and Victor Wembanyama lead their squads into their first game of group play. The Warriors are in the mile-high city tonight taking on the Nuggets-- but they won't be at full strength... how worried should Dubs fans be with health issues popping up only 10 games into the season? Today is National Jersey Day so we had to rank the top threads of all-time, Perk's got a list and his choices might STUN you!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The LeBron-less Lakers are 7-2! And now the King is one step closer to returning. Shams is here with the latest. What was the bigger story last night in MSG: the Knicks offense or the Wolves lackluster defense? We dive into the numbers and check the tape with Big Perk...Cooper's alley-oop highlight of the night! But it wasn't enough to beat the last place Pels. Is it time to sound the alarm in Dallas? The streak's over… but not the statement. What Oklahoma City showed in their first loss that should have the rest of the league on alert. A rough night in the Garden for Ant and & Co... but it's not just about missed shots. We'll show you the hidden flaw costing Minnesota games. Mascots beware....Robin Lopez is here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices