NBA Today

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The Process is extended. Sep 20, 2024

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News this morning out of Philly: Joel Embiid has agreed to an extension. Are the Sixers lining up for a title run? Plus with Ja Morant ready to reclaim his spot as the most electrifying player in the league, just how much of a threat is Memphis to win the West? Caitlin Clark gets her first taste of the WNBA playoffs this week. Ryan Ruocco is here to lay out post season expectations for the rookie phenom.

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Will the Bucks bounce back? Sep 19, 2024

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Almost a year ago, the Bucks shook up the league when they acquired all-world point guard Damian Lillard in exchange for Jrue Holiday. Four days later, Jrue went to the Celtics and eventually won another title. The injuries piled up for the Bucks as Giannis missed the entire series against the Pacers and Lillard was also limited due to an Achilles injury. Milwaukee was bounced in the first round for the second straight season. It's the FINAL day of the WNBA season, and the Aces are doing what?! Andraya Carter breaks down the looming blockbuster first round match ups. Also why ALL eyes are on Zion Williamson this season in New Orleans and well he be able to lead his team in the playoff. All that and more on NBA Today.

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The last Woj bomb! Sep 18, 2024

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Woj announced his retirement, releasing this statement: I grew up the son of a factory worker two miles from ESPN's campus and only ever dreamed of making a living as a sportswriter....

This craft transformed my life.... I understand the commitment requried in my role and it's an investment I'm no longer driven to make. Time isn't in endless supply and I want to spend mine in ways that are more personally meaningful....

After all these years reporting on everyone's teams, I'm headed back to my own.

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5 Weeks away from opening night Sep 17, 2024

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We are just 5 weeks away from opening night... And the pursuit of ring number 5 will be underway for two of the league's All Time Greats: Steph Curry and LeBron James. We've got to savor watching these guys while they're still doing it.

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Another record snapped for Caitlin Clark Sep 16, 2024

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Another night, another record snapped for Caitlin Clark. We dive into her latest entry in the record books. Plus as the WNBA playoff race heats up, A'ja Wilson does something we've NEVER seen before. Also Anthony Edwards make a statement over the weekend that should scare the rest of the league?

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Year 22 for Lebron James! Sep 13, 2024

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Year 22! LeBron James is about to become just the 2nd player in NBA history to hit that number. Vince Carter did it in 2020 - he's going into the Hall one month from today... but all due respect, the expectations for LeBron are unlike anyone we've seen at this age.

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NBA Schedule Release Special Aug 15, 2024

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it's finally here... We have the complete slate 1200 plus games in our hands and we are ready to let you know the nights you're going to have to tell all your friends "sorry, I can't meet you for dinner...this game is too good".

Find out which team got left OFF the Christmas Day lineup—and what their superstar had to say about it on Twitter...

Plus, who's got the revenge game of the year? What fans can expect when stars return to their old stomping grounds...

And, we'll tell how history will be made this season and which stars will be the ones to do it!

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Quest For Five, Point God GOAT Aug 14, 2024

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Coming up on NBA Today:

Could LeBron and Steph's next championship come as teammates? Find out why this dynamic duo joining forces to win their 5th rings might be closer than you think!

Plus.... The Olympics are over and so is the WNBA's midseason break.... see how Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark's Rookie of the Year battle just got even more intense....

And... On Magic Johnson's 65th birthday, we're counting down the top point guards of all time... is one of Perk's picks the most underrated PG ever?...NBA Today starts now

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Emirates NBA Cup Schedule Release Special Aug 13, 2024

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We have some breaking news coming into NBA Today!

Actually, its a show of news... because this is NBA Today's Emirates NBA Cup Schedule Release Special. During this show, we will release ALL the must-see match-ups-- including who has the toughest and easiest paths to Las Vegas... and Perk, Legs and Andraya Carter will predict the winners!

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USA Basketball Wins Gold Aug 12, 2024

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NUIT NUIT... Steph Curry and Team USA put France to bed for the gold... did they prove to be the greatest team ever assembled?!

AND with the U.S. women's team continuing their Olympic reign, have they become the ultimate dynasty?

PLUS...after a gold-medal game for the ages, is another LeBron, KD, and Steph alliance in the making?

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