NBA Today

Latest Episodes:

Countdown to the 2024 NBA Finals May 31, 2024

Show notes

The 2024 NBA Finals are Set! Luka and the Mavs will square off against Jayson Tatum and the Celtics.

Ant and the Wolves postseason run is officially over. Should Minnesota run it back, or does Ant-Man need a new side-kick next season?

PLUS... Grab your popcorn because the Finals will be a star-studded affair! Who has the edge: Tatum and Brown or Luka and Kyrie?

AND... SEVENTEEN years ago today... LeBron put on a performance of a lifetime. Where does it rank in all time playoff takeovers? Find out in just a few minutes! NBA Today will be right back!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wolves Comeback? Boston Banner Year? May 30, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wolves Force Game 5, Celtic Ascension May 29, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics Advance to the Finals May 29, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Walton Passes at 71 May 27, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boston's Best? Haliburton Hobbled May 24, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thriller Ending in Boston May 22, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Quest for Banner 18 May 21, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conference Finals Bracket Set May 20, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seeing Green, Luka Magic May 16, 2024

Show notes

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected