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It's win or go home tonight for Ant and the Wolves. Brian Windhorst tells us why Minnesota is more confident than EVER to accomplish the impossible comeback.  AND... As the Celtics chase for banner 18 continues... There's optimism they may be WHOLE sooner than later. Hear what Coach Mazulla had to say about a key piece to their title run..  PLUS... LeBron is no stranger to making DECISIONS on his future. Could he realistically leave L-A this offseason?? We read the tea leaves and so much more, NBA Today with Chiney starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: Kat comes up CLUTCH to save the Wolves season... we'll tell you what Anthony Edwards needs to do to complete the impossible comeback Plus... Boston had a dominant run through the east... would a title move them past Perk's '08 team in the all time rankings? And... Coaching news in LA... but it's not the Lakers... are they running out of time to get the right person to lead LeBron - Woj will joins for the latest... next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boston got their brooms out and one half of the NBA Finals Bracket is set. We'll discuss the most Impressive part of Celtics run to the finals. Luka and Kyrie are 1 win away from the Finals.... BUT have they ALREADY proven to be one of the best backcourts of all time? PLUS... Minnesota is facing elimination tonight. Perk's dropping the blame squarely in the lap of one player...  AND... We've got the top Celtics plays of season - find out who had the dunk of the year in Boston....NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We start our show with some very sad news... Bill Walton, the two-time NBA champion and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer, died today surrounded by his family at the age of 71 following a prolonged battle with cancer. A statement win in Dallas...one step away from the Finals, is Luka inching closer to the claim 'best player in the world?' PLUS ...The Wolves can't get right in crunch time...what's causing the collapses?The key issue that's keeping Perk up at night.  AND...We're counting down the top playoff posters of all time! Did your favorite dunk make the cut? NBA Today rolls on right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today, did the Celtics crown a new 1A last night in their game 2 win over Indy? We'll debate.  Plus, Woj is here with the latest on Tyrese Haliburton's injury that forced him to leave Game 2. Will he be able to go in Game 3?  And we have quite the Friday treat for you....Perk's big list of championship costars....you won't believe who he's left off the list.  NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If last night's game 1 was a preview of what is in store for us during these conference Finals we are in for a serious treat... but do you feel better or worse about the Celtics after last night's win? Did they prove anything significant? Ant and Luka have been the best in the West so far... Find out why Perk thinks it will be a different player who will decide the Conference Finals. PLUS... Victor Wembanyama did something we've never seen before, and he's NOT done. Does Wemby deserve to be All-NBA as a rookie? We'll debate... AND... Where were you 15 years ago, when THIS happened? We're running back the best playoff moments of LeBron's career....NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The chase for a championship continues. As the Eastern conference Finals tip off... is it Boston's title to lose now that the defending champs are out?  AND... it doesn't get much better than Anthony Edwards going up against Luka Doncic! Who will be the best player in that series?  PLUS... this season will be the SIXTH different champion in the last SIX years. Will we ever see another dynasty again? Richard has some thoughts. NBA Today starts right now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Timberwolves wiped out the defending champs last night after erasing a 20 point Nuggets lead. What was the most impressive part of the Wolves comeback? The East Finals are set - we'll tell you what Haliburton and the Pacers can do in the next round that will give the Celtics PROBLEMS. PLUS... There are plenty of prolific duos still standing.. but is the best tandem in the NBA currently in Dallas?! This debate is going to get heated.  AND... Jalen Brunson and the Knicks rode until the wheels fell off. What needs to happen for them to take this team to the next level....all that and more on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics dominant postseason run continues but have they done enough to convince us they should be the favorites? we hand out report cards for the C's... Plus.... LUKA magic returned in a BIG way against OKC last night...is HE the BEST player left in the playoffs? Big Perk has some big thoughts. And... Will the King sized expectations for Bronny be too much to handle as the draft quickly approaches? Or will he make a name for himself? NBA Today, with Chiney, starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jalen Brunson dropped another 40 piece leading the Knicks to a 3-2 lead over Indy, but how many more of these performances can we expect from him? The jokes on you if you if you doubted the MVP. Was last night's masterpiece Jokic's best performace of his career? PLUS...UD, did you ever think you'd be giving the Celtics ADVICE? He explains the X-factor that will further unlock the Celtics duo of Tatum and Brown AND... Bronny James is measuring up to the competition at the NBA combine in Chicago... he spoke for the first time about what HIS NBA dreams are for the future...All that and more on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another day, another master class from the Jays... but have the Celtics proven to be the team to beat? AND... grab your popcorn for this one because we have a series!! How can Ant and the Wolves rebound after dropping the last two to Jokic and the defending champs?  PLUS... Let's take a trip down memory lane, shall we? LeBron was back in Cleveland last night which sparked our imaginations... could he make one last return?? NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: Denver made a statement in Minnesota. Does Perk still think Anthony Edwards and the Wolves will make it to the Finals? Plus.... Jayson Tatum put up his best game of the postseason... why he'll need to kick it up to another level to take Boston to the finish line. And... After getting run out of Indy, are the Knicks asking too much from Big Body Brunson? We debate....NBA Today tips right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up! We tell you how last night's blow out in Boston revealed a glaring issue for the Celtics that NEEDS fixing if they want to win it all.  AND... has the series momentum shifted now that OG Anounoby is out? Michael Wilbon tells us why Jalen Brunson will overcome yet another Knicks' injury.  PLUS... I sat down with rising super-star Anthony Edwards and he told me he is DONE with the Michael Jordan comparisons... We'll tell you why....  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Go NY Go HY Go NY Go! Now that they've controlled home court advantage, have the Knicks proven to be contenders? ALSO... MSG has brought out the biggest stars this postseason and we have a New York legend joining us just in minutes . PLUS... Minnesota has the 3-time MVP on the ropes. Perk will explain how the Wolves are doing something NO other team has figured out. AND... there's still a big vacancy on the Lakers sideline. Who is the right coach to helm the team in LeBron James' 22nd season?....That's NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: The Thunder are ROLLING through the playoffs... has this team already surpassed the OKC trio of KD, Russ and Harden? Plus... what is the breaking point for Jalen Brunson? Why the depleted Knicks will need even more from him to keep rolling.  And... the Celtics came correct in Game 1, but this series is far from over... We'll tell you what they still have left to prove against Cleveland. ...All that next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up! Did Ant Edwards just hit the defending champs with the MJ shrug?! How Minnesota shut down Denver and why this is going to keep happening again and again.  AND... Victor Wembanyama is your rookie of the year. We have an exclusive interview where he tells us the next hardware he's focused on.  PLUS...Oops, Brunson dropped 40… AGAIN. But someone on our panel is worried he can't keep it up. We discuss. NBA Today starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: A high altitude stunner. How the hottest player in the league snatched control of the West from the reigning champs. And... we're running back the most unbelievable Victor Wembanyama moments of the season, before he claims rookie of the year! PLUS... The Knicks reignite a rivalry tonight! Why Indy has one major threat that could end the New York's dream season... NBA Today starts right now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: the most exciting series of the postseason could end tonight! Who you taking - Joel Embiid OR Big Body Brunson? Plus... The Lakers are done - The Clippers are on the brink. Luka is about to send L.A's playoff dream packing for Cancun. And... Boston delivers a knockout blow to the Heat... NOW, who's the BIGGEST challenge remaining on their path to the Finals?...that's next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tyrese Maxey's heroics and Philly's jaw-dropping comeback in the Garden...did the Sixers finally figure out their winning formula?  Plus...the feat the Bucks accomplished last night that no team had done before in playoff history...we tell you what that is. And did the Knicks let this game.... and series... slip through their fingers?   NBA Today starts right now...  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Denver devastates the Lakers once again. Are Jokic and company poised for a repeat? I think Ant Edwards will have a couple thoughts on that.  PLUS... the Celtics are one win away from advancing, but will their championship hopes be derailed by the health of one of their stars? Woj has all the details.  AND... have we seen the last of LeBron in a Lakers uniform? That's the big question.. and here's what the King had to say when asked about that...  NBA Today starts right now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the second time this month.. we had a total eclipse of the sun.. This time courtesy of ANTHONY EDWARDS.. Phoenix fans, maybe go grab your eclipse glasses again... you may want to avert your eyes. What did Ant and the Twolves prove after sweeping the Suns? The stage is set in the Mile High City, where LeBron James and the Lakers have a chance to force a game 6 against the defending champions... What will be the key for the Lakers to climb back into this series and accomplish the impossible? Jalen Brunson and the New York crowd showed out in Philly to secure a 3-1 lead. We show you how he's single-handedly crushing Philly's hopes...  NBA Today starts right now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Its almost like Deja Vu! We've seen this play out before. Lakers find themselves in another 3-0 hole, after blowing yet another first half lead. Why can't the Lakers figure out 2nd halves? What does this mean for Lebron's legacy? JOEL EMBIID'S 50 PIECE ALL FLATS! Has the series shifted in Philly's favor after seeing how their star player just performed despite the injuries? NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Heat Culture SHOCKED the Celtics in the most surprising victory of the postseason so far. We tell you why Miami may have revealed the KEY to taking Boston down.  PLUS... The Lakers are back in L-A in a must-win game 3 tonight. Will we see the LAKE show or the FAKE show tonight from LeBron and company? AND... NEW YORK, STAND UP! Will the Knicks take a commanding 3-0 lead tonight in Philly? We tell you why Embiid may have some extra motivation. NBA Today starts right now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: It's Anthony Edwards' world, we're just living in it... But do the TWolves have claim to the best team in the playoffs so far? Plus... Luka Doncic is getting rave reviews... for his defense! Was it a one game fluke... or the real deal? And... Big Perk has a Big List - and you don't want to be on this one. He's calling out the players that need to STEP IT UP the most in the playoffs. NBA Today starts right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a night... Two game winners... Two teams getting to two improbable leads.. two times the bang from Mike Breen. Did Nuggets comeback or did Lakers blow the 20 point lead? Was this the Lakers' last gasp? Is Philly is headed for another early exit? Let's get it started.. NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Playoffs are here! How true is this adage: a series doesn't start until the road team wins? Well, for the first time in 11 years, the home teams swept these first round game 1s... going 8-0. The Lakers have not beat the Nuggets since December 16, 2022 and LeBron has played in 8 of those 9 games. That losing streak is tied for the longest in his career against a single opponent. What will lakers need to do to even series? Is AD the most important Laker heading into Game 2? It's playoff time... which means it's Dame Time. Did the Bucks prove they can win without Giannis? NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The stakes couldn't be higher. Anthony Edwards faces off against his personal GOAT, Kevin Durant. The MVP comes to the big apple to take on Jalen Brunson's red-hot Knicks. Donovan Mitchell works to will his Cavs past the Magic. LeBron James will try to stop Nikola Jokic and the reigning champs.  We are just about 22 hours away from the start of the NBA playoffs NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today...a devastating night for Miami. We have the very latest on Jimmy Butler's injury and if this means the end for the Heat.  And as Philly eeked out a win to face New York, Perk and Austin pick their 1-A's: Embiid or Brunson? Maybe I should get Becky on the phone.. Plus, we have two stars stopping by today: Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Halibutron! How they're preparing for a deep run.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: Breaking news on Zion Williamson's availability for Friday's play in game. Adrian Wojnarowski is here with the very latest.  Plus, it was a demoralizing loss for the dubs. Will we ever see the Warriors big 3 together again? And.... the Lakers advance to face a formidable foe. What needs to happen for LeBron and AD to turn the tables on the Joker in this Western Finals rematch ...all that next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: The Lakers look to punch their ticket into the playoffs tonight in New Orleans. Big Perk tells us why it WILL be easier said than done for LeBron and company. PLUS... From Oakland to Sactown, the Bay Area and back down. You've got to think this one is going down to the wire...who steps up when it matters most: Steph or De'Aaron Fox?!  AND... Woj is here with all the details on Giannis' injury. Is he in jeopardy of missing the first round? NBA today starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LeBron... Zion... Steph... De'Aaron Fox... Only two of those players are going to survive the play in tournament out West... And what's waiting for them? Oh you know.. just Nikola Jokic and the defending champs or the top overall seed with SGA and the Thunder...  In the East... Joel Embiid and Jimmy Butler will meet yet again... With whoever wins that clash of former teammates is heading to New York for a series with the Knicks while the loser will have a single elimination game against DeMar DeRozan and the Bulls or Trae Young and the Hawks... Are the Lakers setup for another playoff run? Will the Warriors send the Kings home? Who is in the best position to challenge the Celtics? NBA Today starts now!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Go New York Go New York Go! Jalen Brunson is doing something that hasn't been done in DECADES!! But can he lead this Knicks team to the promised land after beating the best team in league last night?  PLUS... The West race is as tight as you could imagine with only two games to play.. who finishes higher: The Kings, Warriors or Lakers??? And... He's known as the best pound-for-pound player EVER. We ask, and he'll ANSWER. Allen Iverson joins the show! NBA Today, with Chiney, starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: the Joker reminded everyone who runs the West... we'll show you why the reigning champs are even BETTER than last year Plus... Are we watching the most dangerous Knicks team this century? Perk has a message for the people of New York! And... Don't mail in those MVP ballots just yet! We'll tell you why Luka is making a late case to earn his first MVP of his career. It's time to tipoff NBA Today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last night was busy: 50 point performances, crazy 1st quarter scores.. *cough* Suns/Clippers *cough*.. but there was also a pretty big injury scare in an all important game for the Milwaukee Bucks. Adrian Wojnarowski joins to give us the latest on KAT 's and Giannis' injury, but can the Bucks survive even a couple games if they don't have Giannis to start the playoffs? The Warriors take down the Lakers in historic fashion. Our ESPN Lakers reporter Dave McMenamin joins the show as there was a lot of uncertainty surrounding LeBron and Anthony Davis's health leading into last night's game. Where are they both now? The race for the 1st seed continues tonight with the two top teams in the West. Ant-man just had a CAREER night but can he do it again on the biggest game of the season tonight? NBA Today starts now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a big day in the NBA. We have another chapter of the historic rivalry between Steph Curry and LeBron James ... we can't take these for granted. These two basketball icons have ruled the NBA for the better part of two decades... And this showdown will have massive implications on whether or not either can make a deep post season run The Celtics and Bucks face-off tonight as Milwaukee is in jeopardy of losing the 2 seed. How important is it for them to snap their current losing streak? NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: It was a weekend of epic comebacks for the Mavs and Clippers. But who actually lands Perk's big list of biggest threats in the WEST? Plus.... have Giannis and the Bucks stopped competing? We discuss. And... Caitlin Clark closed the book on an ALL-TIME college career... our queen Chiney reveals what's in store for the scoring champ when she hits the WNBA.... NEXT on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: Why Embiid has put the entire East on notice. But Perk still has concerns for the Sixers this season, he explains Plus... LeBron has talked about ending his career on the same team as Bronny- why that idea MIGHT be a little closer to reality today.  And... The day is finally here. Paige Bueckers. Caitlin Clark. We're breaking down tonight's EPIC Final Four meeting between some college hoops royalty.  ALL that and more... next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are the Orange and blue skies parting now that we know Julius Randle is out for the rest of the season? Woj joins with the latest on New York's State of Mind.  AND... The Bucks suffered yet another shocking loss last night to the Grizzlies. Is it time to panic in Milwaukee?  PLUS... Caitlin Clark continues to take the world by storm... Hear what she had to say today ahead one of the biggest games in Women's basketball history. NBA Today starts now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The landscape of the East has been altered. With the MVP --- or M-Vi-Biid's return, can the Sixers season be saved? We discuss. And as the sun shines in Philly, a storm is brewing in Milwaukee. Why Giannis and Bucks could be headed for an early exit.  Plus, we all know Wemby will have a VERY crowded trophy case when it's all said and done, but Perk thinks he deserves something even bigger than just Rookie of the Year... next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have the very latest on Joel Embiid's return... What does that mean for the rest of the Eastern conference? That answer shortly.  AND... Oops, Book did it... again. We tell you what record he broke in ANOTHER 50-point barrage. Is he the key for the Suns to make a championship push??  ALSO... Speaking of buckets... How Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Buekers, and JuJu Watkins gave us a night to remember. NBA Today starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're only TWO weeks away from the end of the regular season and there are so many questions that still need to be answered, but we may be getting an answer to one of the biggest questions in the Eastern Conference. NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski joins us to provide the latest on Joel Embiid's return. The Knicks lost a heartbreaker to the Thunder last night and that wasn't the worst news. Hear why a title run may have gotten a lot harder in the Big Apple. NBA Today starts right now.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's no way that the Celtics could drop two games to Atlanta in a week, right? Well... Dejounte Murray called GAME in OT last night. Why do Celtics losses feel so loud? What is the biggest concern for them? Zion has been healthy and on a tear of late, and last night vs the Bucks was just the latest effort. The Bucks fall to 14-15 under HC Doc Rivers, but are they better than their record under Doc? NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a Wild Wednesday we had in the association... LeBron James continuing to break records, mayhem down in Philly and Steph with an all-time night night celebration... BUT it was Draymond Green who caught everyone's attention once again when he was ejected less than 4 minutes into the game. It was easy to see the frustration from Curry last night- how willing are the Warriors to continue to accept these outbursts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: Did we witness the most improbable comeback of the year with the Lakers win over the Bucks? How LeBron's supporting cast showed up in a big way.  And watch out Giannis and Dame, could the Knicks actually steal the 2 seed? We tell you which key player is set to return and why that could change everything.  Plus, with Paolo Banchero set to join the show, big Perk's got a big list of the best #1 picks in the game right now... who makes the cut will surprise you. NBA Today starts right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: There was more than one stunning loss in the NBA last night. Does Boston's historic blown lead reveal cracks in the Celtics formidable foundation? And the Suns lost an absolutely crucial game to a Wemby-less Spurs team. Why this might be the worst loss of the season. Plus....even without LeBron, the Lakers could have the secret sauce to beating the Bucks tonight. We go live to Milwaukee and tell you that recipe. NBA Today starts right now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: We're less than three weeks away from the end of the regular season... and the Warriors are hanging on for their play-in lives. Will Steph Curry be able to keep this dynasty afloat?  AND... speaking of the play-in... how important is this upcoming road trip for LeBron and the Lakers? Big Perk and Brian Windhorst are here with the best-case scenario for LA. PLUS... don't look now but the Bucks are finally healthy. how dangerous will they be come playoff time? NBA today starts now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics may have defeated the second best team in the East... but did the Bucks spill the tea on how to beat Boston?  PLUS... The Warriors may have some tough decisions to make this off season. What are the repercussions if they DON'T make the playoffs at all this season? AND... Kevin Durant passed Shaq last night on the All-time Scoring list... which begs the question.... who is the GREATEST scorer of ALL TIME?? Don't miss it. NBA Today starts now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: The Nuggets are the best team in the NBA since the All-Star break... But did Minnesota expose a recipe to dethrone the champs? PLUS... This ain't Texas, ain't no hold 'em! Shoutout the Queen... we saw something in the third match up between Luka and Wemby that we have RARELY ever seen.  AND... Tonight the two top seeds in the East match up in Boston. Could this be a preview of the Conference championship come May? NBA Today starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today: A revealing night in the association... the Dubs are in a world of trouble. You'll hear a side of Steph Curry that you've rarely heard before.  LeBron revealed the most influential players in NBA history. We guarantee you his answer will surprise you.  Oh, and ANTHONY EDWARDS happened... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time in nearly seven years... we had TWO game winning buzzer beaters in the NBA on the same day... authored by two players who are no stranger to March Madness... Kyrie Irving, who led Duke to the Sweet 16 in 2011 and Bam Adebayo who helped get Kentucky to the Elite 8 in 2017... But is a Luka-Kyrie duo enough for the Mavs to make a playoff push? Can the Heat become the most dangerous team come playoff time yet again? The Suns and Clippers are sliding down the standings at the wrong time.. We'll discuss their recent struggles, ESPECIALLY late in the game. Jalen Brunson and the Knicks take on the Dubs tonight. Can the Knicks red hot defense pass the Steph test? NBA Today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The stars were out in force! BUT, are we looking at empty stats... OR playoff contenders? We'll sort it out for you... Plus... New York was held to 73 points on Sunday... 73 in 2024 is pretty wild! But help is on the way... just in the Knick of Time... And... The Lakers got HUGE games from LeBron, AD, and D-Lo... but is it enough to lift L.A. out of the play-in pressure cooker? Let's get it started on NBA Today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It sure looked like a potential finals preview last night! The Nuggets took care of business last night as they won their 2nd and last regular season matchup against the Celtics. What statement did Jokic and the Nuggets make last night? What more do the Celtics need from their best player? PLUS... we have TWO words. ANT. MAN. Anthony Edwards delivered with a HUGE block down the stretch last last night! We take a look at the WILDEST blocks of all-time... see where that one falls. Followed by latest on Steph Curry's ankle. How long he could be out and how the entire west playoff race hangs in the balance.   AND... it all goes down in LA LA Land tonight with the Bucks and Lakers. Giannis vs LeBron. NBA today starts right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Kings came into L-A and shut down the Lakers across the street. Do the Lakers have a glaring weakness that could affect their postseason hopes?  PLUS... from Oakland to Sac-town, the Bay Area and back down.... Golden State sent a STATEMENT to the league blowing out the Bucks in the Bay. But which version are the REAL Warriors? AND... the Celtics are in Denver tonight in a potential Finals preview... which team would surprise us more if they DIDN'T make the Finals? NBA Today with Chiney starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An EPIC collapse in Cleveland! Boston's Achilles heel was exposed last night - why it could cost them the title if they don't change their ways...  Plus.... The Suns stood on business in Denver. At age 35 - is Kevin Durant still the man to carry this team to the finish line? And... Perk's got a new list: Top 5 players you DON'T want to see in the playoffs... Only ONE player from the East made the cut... NBA Today starts right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did the Lakers takedown of the top-ranked Thunder send a message in the West? Why LeBron, AD, and co could be even MORE threatening than you might think.  AND... what do the injury-riddled Knicks need to do in this crucial final stretch? An inside look at how New York can best position themselves in the playoffs.  PLUS... The Bucks unlocked the defense AND Dame Lillard. Check your watches. Is Dame Time here to stay in Milwaukee?...next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Celtics handed out a beatdown for the record books and it's got us asking: could they be one of the ALL-TIME great teams? Plus... the Dubs weren't the only ones to get a wake up call. Find out which squad out west has the loudest alarm bells going off after the weekend. And... LeBron James is the sole member of the 40-thousand point club. We've got 2 of his former teammates here to look back at the milestone...all that and more on NBA Today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today, should the Lakers feel better or worse after their overtime win against the Wizards? Why LeBron's heroics might not be enough to move the needle. Plus... After Steph rained 3's in the Garden last night, the Warriors report card is IN for February. Is Professor Perk now giving them an A+ in the West?  And... Victor Wembanyama may have just slammed the door shut on rookie of the year... He did something last night that we have NEVER seen before in the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LeBron reminded everyone whose house they were in last night... we're hitting the Lakers epic comeback from every single angle... AND...Just hours ago, Joel Embiid spoke to reporters. Could we see him back on the court this season, AND will the standings impact his decision? PLUS ... Steph Curry is in Madison Square Garden tonight. You know what that means. Is a healthy warriors team about to send a message to the rest of the league? All that and more next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Knicks eeked one out thanks to a missed call. Should there be recourse for the refs? Richard Jefferson has thoughts.   PLUS... can Embiid return soon enough to help the Sixers avoid the play-in? We have the latest. AND... EIGHT years ago today, Steph Curry shut down the NBA world with this shot. But it was also iconic for another reason... We tell you what that is... NBA today starts now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets exploited a glaring weakness in the Warriors last night. We tell you exactly what that is next...  AND... The Bucks are starting to turn things around... We tell you why they could be the most dangerous team in the East.  PLUS... The Western conference race for the playoffs is as tight as ever. Which teams do we trust to make a late-season push? NBA Today starts right now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Minnesota All-Access all day on ESPN including here on NBA today starting with TWO behind the scenes looks, our own Richard Jefferson sits down with 3-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert with a special edition of Film Room, and Malika Andrews catches up with Anthony Edwards. Also, it's starting to look a lot like a gold rush once again in the Bay as the Dubs take down the Lakers. We'll discuss the Dubs' recent stretch and the urgency of play for these two teams as they currently sit in the Play-In positions. NBA Today starts now.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a week without.. let's call it competitive.. NBA action - we have 12 games tonight! The early slate is headlined by KD and the Suns facing off against Luka and the Mavs... Donovan Mitchell, Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson are also taking the floor Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers try to keep it rolling against SGA and the Thunder, and we know every game counts for these two in the race for the 1 seed...  And then the Golden State Warriors hosting the LA Lakers as the Lakers have James listed out with a left ankle issue. We'll discuss these teams and their futures ahead of the home stretch of the season. NBA Today starts now.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're on the cusp of the 2nd half of the season... the stakes are high! Especially for the Lakers and the Warriors based on the timelines of their superstars! As these squads face off tomorrow, we look back at their stars' best moments this season thus far. Also, who do you trust more heading into the 2nd half-- the Lakers or the Warriors? Kevin Durant doesn't like the nickname the Slim Reaper... But how does Slim Leader sound? Why KD thinks we should put more respect on what he does OFF the floor Julius Randle spoke on the current state of his injury and New York.. our panel chimes in on how the Knicks can stay afloat without key players.. And... Hear Giannis's exclusive interview with our Malika Andrews on why the championship pressure in Milwaukee isn't going anywhere... NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lets get it. Will Joel Embiid return to the court this season? Are the Lakers and Warriors destined to meet in the play-in? Who will hoist the Larry O Brien trophy? Your biggest questions answered!  PLUS... with LeBron James in year 21... who's NEXT UP to take the throne and become the face of the league?  ALSO... Our very own Malika Andrews spoke with Celtics Superstar Jayson Tatum! Who does HE think the best player in the league is? NBA Today with Chiney starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We had good news, bad news, and best news. The good news- Steph vs Sabrina DELIVERED during their 3 point contest. The bad news, let's just say we had "mixed" reactions to last night's East-West game. But the best thing of the night- HISTORY... LeBron James and his record setting 20th All-Star appearance. We'll discuss Lebron's future, All Star Game issues, our very own Malika Andrews' exclusive interview, and MORE... NBA Today starts now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Klay Thompson came off the bench for the first time since his rookie year and he came out shooting lights out.. We've heard Giannis call out his team before but last night was an all-timer. We'll hear what the Bucks' Star had to say after the game... Victor Wembanyama has lived up to the hype early in his NBA career. So what does he think is his most impressive moment to date? He'll tell us. And CJ McCollum gets to watch Zion Williamson play every day. What is the ceiling for the still young Pelican? He'll share his thoughts as he joins the show.. NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the aftershocks of a possible LeBron and Steph pairing reverberate through the NBA, are the Lakers the best place for LeBron to win another title?  And while we're on superstars and titles, can the Warriors go from "average"- Steph's word, not mine!- to being a contender this season? Plus, as the second half is upon us, will the real contenders please stand up? Will the Bucks woes continue? Can Jokic keep dominating? Perk, Brian and Chiney's most burning questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over a secretive 24-hour window prior to the trade deadline last Thursday, the Golden State Warriors made a bid for LeBron James, in a move that would have to paired him with longtime rival Stephen Curry. Our NBA Insiders Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne have more on that. Plus the leader of the red-hot Cavs Donovan Mitchell joins NBA Today- find out where ranks himself amongst the NBA's best. And after the Bucks got blitzed by a short-handed Heat, does Perk actually believe in this team? NBA Today starts now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It wasn't just Mahomes mastering clutch time this weekend...so we go from one dynasty to another...but why Steph might not be the key to the Warriors success this season.  And... With Jalen Brunson balling....are the Knicks latest moves enough to finally launch them into the top-contender convos?  Plus.... Jayson Tatum's near triple-double led the Celtics to eek out a win in South Beach, but is the top seed in the East showing cracks in the foundation?... NBA Today starts now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world gets to see the first of three statues honoring the Kobe Bryant. We'll take you inside the star-studded unveiling...Which all took place on Trade Deadline Day, where the Lakers lack of moves made a statement of its own. Who Perk thinks LA missed out on.  But there are sunny skies ahead in the East- dare I say- orange and blue in the forecast? Did the Knicks cash their ticket to a championship? Richard and Perk see different paths... NBA Today starts right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trade Deadline Tomorrow. Who Buys and Sells? NBA Today, the Knicks won again but at a cost- Jalen Brunson went down- the latest on his ankle injury and the immediate impact it could have on the Knicks. And as the hours continue melt to minutes until the trade deadline- Will the Sixers make a move to stay afloat without Embiid? We have the very latest. And who doesn't love a great half shot? We have the best long bucket you will ever see and the young man who made it. He is awesome -- this will be the best thing you see all day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clippers keep Clicking, Klay Thompson Slumping Man, this team is fun to watch. The Clippers have been the best team in the NBA since December 1. Is Richard ready to put them as Championship favorites? Plus, we've seen emoji's, artfully-placed towels and now very clear statement from LeBron as we approach the trade deadline. Will the Lakers look drastically different the next time they take the court?    And... Amidst his shooting slump, Klay Thompson was benched last night down the stretch. Can Golden State right the ship with the right trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broadway Brunson, Lakers Shock the Celtics An All-Star is born! Why Jalen Brunson's 40 in The Garden has earned him the highest of praise from Kendrick Perkins. No, it's not MVP, although Perk's calling for that too, it's a new nickname….   PLUS, we've got the latest on Joel Embiid's injury- how long could he be out and can the Sixers survive without him?   AND.... An AD and LeBron-less Lakers stun the best team in the league....We'll explain why it might be the worst upset of ANY team this NBA season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lebron and AD OUT Against Celtics, Embiid Update The Sixers season hangs in the balance of Joel Embiid's knee, we've got the very latest on his injury. How cautious should the Sixers be? You might have heard Perk's thoughts, but you haven't heard WHY.   AND... who's the true favorite to win the title this year? Big Perk brings out his Big List of championship contenders this season. You'll be shocked to see who DIDN'T make his list.  PLUS... breaking news LeBron and AD are OUT tonight in Boston ahead of one of their biggest matchups of the season.. and this came out of nowhere... Our Lakers reporter tells us what this means...  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Embiid Injury, Lebron and the Lakers in Panic Mode A hobbled MVP took the court in San Francisco last night, then the news got worse. The very latest on Joel Embiid after being injured last night. The Knicks ended January with a win capping their best month in 30 years- Why their fans have reason to truly believe....and worry... And LeBron wasn't happy after another Lakers loss last night. What the King didn't say and why it is so important....NBA Today starts right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joker Wins Again, Lakers Blown out, Knicks on Fire Where's Jokic rushing off to? The NBA Finals? After crushing the top 3 teams in the East, where the Nuggets are headed and who can actually stop them.   PLUS... LeBron had no comment on Dillon Brooks but why Zach and Perk are just as mad as the Lakers after his dangerous play last night   AND With the Knicks on the brink of making franchise history tonight.... You do NOT want to miss Perk's major statement on what could change Jalen Brunson's season trajectory...    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lebron James & Steph Curry Deliver Again, Points... Points and more Points. What an epic game we got this weekend between Steph Curry and LeBron James. It couldn't be contained to regulation -- or even just one overtime. An epic showdown in the Bay... Plus, scoring has been at an all time high... we debate whether this is good or bad for the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Start spreadin' the news- the Knicks are for real. A Gotham sized statement was sent against the champs last night- why this win was so important. The All-Star starters are out- why there is one glaring omission that has some of my friends hopping mad today. And the Warriors lost a heartbreaker last night and Kendrick Perkins blames one person- who is it?  It's been 4 years since Kobe Bryant, his daughter and 7 others left us- hear how the Lakers plan to celebrate one of greatest to ever play the game. NBA Today starts right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did Devin Booker just redefine his rivalry with Luka Doncic in a tech-filled Rivals Week showdown? Decoding what went down in Dallas last night that that gave a power shift to the Suns...  Plus, the Giannis and the Bucks enter a new chapter…. how much pressure is on Dame & Giannis with Doc Rivers arrival? We'll discuss it.... Why tonight's meeting at the Mecca could change everything about how our panel views the Knicks' postseason chances... NBA Today starts right now...  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doc Rivers is headed to Milwaukee to coach Giannis and the Bucks... What does this move mean for their championship chances this season??  PLUS... the stars were out in L-A last night for Lakers and Clippers! But only one of those teams has a legitimate chance at a title this season according to Big Perk... We tell you which next...  AND... And the Suns are on fire thanks to KD... should his name be included in the GOAT debate? Hear what his former teammate had to say about it… NBA Today starts right now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BREAKING NEWS- Milwaukee Bucks have fired head coach Adrian Griffin. We have our senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski with more.... Embiid had a LEGENDARY 70 point performance against the Spurs. But hear why the reigning MVP can channel his inner Kobe to take the Sixers to their first title in 41 years   Karl Anthony-Townes' went off for a franchise record 62-points. But why did his performance have us doubting the number 1-ranked T'Wolves as a contender? Kevin Durant thinks he should be a part of the GOAT conversation. After another game winner, Does he have a point? Our panel weighs in NBA Today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second half of the NBA Season has officially tipped... are the Suns Big 3 turning their squad into the most dreaded opponent in the West?   Plus, with LeBron's championship window shrinking, who the Lakers are looking at ahead of the trade deadline to help get him his 5th ring.   And tonight in Philly, we have a super-sized showdown! Will Wembanyama or Embiid make history in their first-ever head to head matchup? Rivals week.... and NBA Today.... starts right now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a clash of championship contenders tonight on ESPN. Is this Nuggets-Celtics matchup a finals preview? Anthony Edwards set the basketball world on fire last night. Was it the best self-oop our experts have ever seen?  Plus, as we hit the exact mid-point of the season, is another MVP Joel Embiid's to lose or is Nikola Jokic on track to get his third? We'll debate. And we know Jalen Brunson was at it again- Why he could be having the greatest individual season in Knicks history right under our noses. NBA Today starts now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As LeBron continues to defy Father Time, have his Lakers FINALLY found the formula to make them truly scary? Plus one of the biggest trade deadline names to watch was Pascal Siakam. WIth him going to Indy, how desperate are the Sixers to get some help for Joel Embiid? And the stars were out to play last night ....we have all the best daggers, dimes and dunks…NBA Today starts RIGHT NOW.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The heavyweight bout between the past two MVPs did NOT disappoint. Joel Embiid told us who HE thinks is the best player in the league, but does Wilbon agree?  PLUS...a haunting question as LeBron and Kyrie prepare to face off tonight: should the Lakers have pursued Kyrie when they had the chance?  ALSO..breaking news! one of the biggest questions as we head towards the trade deadline is now answered. Pascal Siakam is on his way to Indiana. What that means for all the teams who wanted him. Woj is here with answers.  NBA Today starts right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Draymond's Green's return was not the answer for Golden State -- so what is? We have the trade the Warriors need to make to save their franchise.  Plus.... Another day, another lineup change for the Lakers. Zach Lowe tells us if this latest switch change is enough to get the Lakers back in contention.  And tonight we have an epic showdown between Jokic and Embiid. Ramona Shelburne tells us why defending his MVP isn't the most important thing on Joel's mind. NBA Today starts RIGHT NOW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today... the Lakers were blown out in what was the best game of the year for the Suns big 3. How can L-A avoid hitting rock bottom before it's too late?  PLUS... what's next for Golden State? Could a total overhaul of the roster be on the horizon for the 4-time champs? We discuss.  AND... the Bucks sent a message that led to the Celtics not playing a single starter in the second half. Should there be any concern in Boston? We tell you that and so much more, NBA Today on a Friday starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Warriors get rolled again at home....what Steph said after the game that might signal it's time to sound the alarm in the Bay, and is he right? AND the Celtics aced their test against the West's Best last night. Now it's the Bucks turn... why Professor Perk thinks tonight will prove if the Bucks are for real.  PLUS LeBron and KD square off tonight in Los Angeles. Which star needs to save their teams' season starting tonight? NBA Today starts right now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony Davis led the Lakers to a much needed win - that had the Raptors head coach furious! Fines likely incoming for this epic rant, but did he have a point? AND, we have BREAKING NEWS out of LA. Woj is here with details on Kawhi Leonard's new deal and if Paul George will be the next to get paid? Plus... The NBA has reinstated Draymond Green, BUT will he be enough to get them back into the playoff picture? Could there be MORE moves coming in Golden State......that and more next on NBA Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Draymond Green is back with the Warriors and slated to speak at any moment. Hear what he has to say LIVE.  PLUS... Jaylen Brown and the Celtics may have a real gripe after a loss to the Pacers -- but is that masking a bigger issue? Big Perk has the answer.  AND... something happened in Milwaukee last night that I have never heard before in that building-- boos. And the face of the Bucks knows why..  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Giannis and Wemby went back and forth in what was easily one of the most entertaining games of the entire season. But it was what the Greek Freak said about the French phenom afterward that is raising eyebrows.  PLUS... Knicks star Julius Randle joins the show to talk about why New York does NOT need a superstar to contend in the East.  AND... I hope he called "bank"... Is the Warriors season doomed after Nikola Jokic did THIS to them?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LeBron and the Lakers kicked of a crucial stretch with a brutal home loss- Who gets the blame for this mess? PLUS- it is Orange and Blue skies, baby, right now in New York but Stephen A tells us what his Knicks DON'T have and why it matters AND- Adding Dame Lillard was supposed to be the piece to get Giannis another ring- But Perk spies a huge flaw for the Bucks. NBA Today starts right now…… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today. The Warriors snapped their 3-game losing streak thanks to another Steph masterpiece. But how sustainable is relying on 30 every single night?  PLUS… SGA took down the Celtics with a masterclass of his own while Joel Embiid continues to put up HISTORIC numbers... Find out who the MVP front runner SHOULD be. ALSO… the Lakers have lost 7 of their last 9... Is a blockbuster move the only thing that can save LA? All that and more… NBA today starts now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA today...  LeBron James and the Lakers enter 2024 with a .500 record... but will their upcoming homestand make or break the rest of their season? Our panel weighs in... AND... the best budding rivalry in the NBA continues. You won't want to miss what Giannis had to say about the Bucks struggles after losing to Indiana...  PLUS... The new-look Knicks got a huge comeback win at home over the West leading Timberwolves. OG Anunoby shined in his debut but do the Knicks have enough to become a legit contender in the East? All that and more, NBA Today starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA today... The Lakers dropped another one to the West's Best last night. Can the Lakers make it through the holidays without being forced to make a move? AND... We preview the full Christmas day slate! Who will shine brightest on a night where all the stars are out? Oh, and Santa Perk also has some presents to give out!! PLUS... I spoke with Mavericks star Luka Doncic ahead of their game against the Suns! Does he think he can win a championship in Dallas? Don't miss our exclusive conversation! NBA Today starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today... Joel Embiid did something that has not been done in more than FIFTY years... is he well on his way to a second straight MVP after what he did to the BEST defense in the league? PLUS... The Lakers and Clippers are on different sides of streaks right now. Are the Lakers letting LeBron down? Are Kawhi and the Clippers poised for a title run?  And... We reveal the Naismith basketball Hall of fame nominees for the class of 2024... NBA Today starts right now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHAT. A. NIGHT. Ja Morant returned and reminded ALL of us why he is one of the BEST players in the league. But will twelve's heroics be enough to save the Grizzlies season?  AND... Ja wasn't the only point guard showing out last night. Dame made HISTORY while having his BEST night as a buck. Has Milwaukee started to figure it all out?  PLUS... Steph Curry put the Celtics to sleep once again!! Did his Dagger just save the Warriors Dynasty?  NBA Today starts now... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA Today... The glow of the Lakers tourney-title is starting to fade. But is this latest loss to the Knicks just a hangover or a sign of something more?  PLUS.. Ja Morant returns from his 25-game suspension tonight to face Zion and the Pels. But who is under more pressure the rest of this season: Ja or Zion? AND....NBA All-Star voting is officially open.... speaking of, James Harden is making a real case to be a starter. But are we ready to buy stock in the Clippers just yet? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on NBA today... Ja Morant spoke to reporters for the first time since being suspended for the first twenty-five games of the season. What can we expect when he returns to action?  AND... The Warriors dropped another one last night across the street to the Clippers. Are we witnessing the fall of a dynasty? Hear what Steve Kerr and Steph Curry had to say.  PLUS...we have a generational battle tonight: LeBron and Wemby face-off for the first time ever on ESPN. Can the most-hyped number 1 pick since Lebron actually pull off an upset? NBA Today starts now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices