Chiney Today

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Chiney Today is a twice-weekly podcast hosted by two-time WNBA All-Star and ESPN basketball analyst Chiney Ogwumike, delivering smart analysis and spirited insight at the intersection of hoops and culture. As one of the few national voices covering both men’s and women’s basketball at the highest level, Chiney bridges every corner of the game connecting leagues, storylines, and the moments that shape how fans experience basketball today. From the biggest headlines to the deeper cultural currents driving the sport, Chiney Today informs, entertains, challenges, and celebrates the game as it continues to evolve on and off the court.

  1. 23h ago

    Team Spoon vs. Team Coop: Who Has the Better WNBA All-Star Team? Plus Messi’s World Cup Final

    Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers headline the 2026 WNBA All-Star rosters, but which side actually has the better team? Chiney Ogwumike is joined by JayDee Dyer to break down Team Spoon vs. Team Coop. They agree on the biggest All-Star snub: Kamilla Cardoso, and argue her case for a spot, and why the New York Liberty could have the highest ceiling in the W. Then the conversation shifts to the World Cup, where Lionel Messi continues to defy Father Time, Argentina prepares to face Spain in the final, Erling Haaland becomes a global star, and JayDee tries to convince Chiney to become an Arsenal fan. In this episode: Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers lead the WNBA All-Star teams Team Spoon vs. Team Coop: Who has the better roster? Does Kamilla Cardoso deserve an All-Star spot? Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart and the Liberty’s championship ceiling Messi’s greatness ahead of Argentina vs. Spain Erling Haaland’s breakout World Cup personality Which Premier League team should Chiney support? JayDee explains why Jay-Z at Yankee Stadium topped his sports bucket-list moments Subscribe to Chiney Today—the heartbeat of hoops—for more WNBA conversations, reactions, and interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Team Spoon vs. Team Coop: Who Has the Better WNBA All-Star Team? Plus Messi’s World Cup Final

  2. 4d ago

    Can Olivia Miles Take A’ja Wilson’s MVP Award? + WNBA Midseason Awards | Chiney Today

    The WNBA has reached the midway point, which means it’s time to hand out some hardware. Chiney Ogwumike is joined by ESPN Senior Researcher Jason Joseph to reveal their 2026 WNBA midseason award winners, from Sixth Woman of the Year and Coach of the Year to Most Improved Player, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and, of course, MVP. A’ja Wilson remains the standard, but Olivia Miles has quickly entered the MVP conversation while putting together a historic rookie season. Plus, Chiney and JayJo debate Jessica Shepard versus Marina Mabrey for Most Improved Player, Gabby Williams’ case for Defensive Player of the Year and Cheryl Reeve’s latest coaching masterclass in Minnesota. Then they have some ESPYs-inspired fun by selecting the season’s best game, best record-breaking performance, best drip, and most dedicated WNBA superfan. In this episode: Is A’ja Wilson trending toward her fifth MVP, or can Olivia Miles make history as a rookie? Olivia Miles takes Rookie of the Year and enters the MVP conversation. Jessica Shepard and Marina Mabrey battle for Most Improved Player. Gabby Williams leads the Defensive Player of the Year race. Cheryl Reeve continues making history with the Minnesota Lynx. Marina Mabrey’s 53-point masterpiece gets its flowers. Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, Lauren Betts, and Ezi Magbegor battle for best drip. Leslie Jones, Jason Sudeikis, Latto, aka Big Mama, and Kevin Durant compete for WNBA superfan of the year. Chiney Today is your home for hoops, headlines, and happy times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Can Olivia Miles Take A’ja Wilson’s MVP Award? + WNBA Midseason Awards | Chiney Today

  3. Jul 10

    AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson: The NBA's Next Rivalry? | Chiney Today

    AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson gave NBA fans an early look at what could become one of the league’s next great rivalries. Chiney Ogwumike and Hall of Fame journalist Marc J. Spears are LIVE from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas to break down the matchup between the No. 1 and No. 2 overall picks. AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 in his Summer League debut, tying the scoring record for a No. 1 pick, while Peterson hit a quiet 24 for Utah. Chiney and Marc J. Spears react to both performances, what stood out from the matchup, the Dads of the next generation, and why this rookie class has “All-Star” written all over it. In this episode: AJ Dybantsa’s record-tying 27-point debut AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson What Peterson showed against AJ The Wizards got the “Most Competitive Kid” How Peterson could take Utah to the Playoffs Yaxel Lendeborg in Golden State Cam Boozer and other rookies to watch 2026 NBA Draft class has Vegas Hitting Different Chiney + Marc J. Spears Talk Vegas Could this be the start of the NBA’s next great rivalry? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson: The NBA's Next Rivalry? | Chiney Today

  4. Jul 8

    Nneka Makes History, WNBA All-Star Reserves Revealed & Biggest Snubs | Chiney Today

    The 2026 WNBA All-Star roster is officially set — and Chiney Today is breaking down the full reserves list. Chiney Ogwumike is joined by ESPN Senior Researcher Jason Joseph to react to the WNBA All-Star reserves, including Angel Reese, Allisha Gray, Rhyne Howard, Jackie Young, Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen, Jonquel Jones, Marina Mabrey, Dominique Malonga, Courtney Williams, Kelsey Plum, and NNEKA OGWUMIKE! Chiney clears the paint to celebrate a special milestone for her sister, Nneka Ogwumike, who earned her 11th All-Star selection and joined rare company in WNBA history. Plus, Chiney and JayJo debate the biggest All-Star snubs, look ahead to All-Star Weekend in Chicago, and discuss the drama surrounding the Chicago Sky’s decision to bench Skylar Diggins, ending her long-running starter streak. In this episode: WNBA All-Star reserves revealed Nneka Ogwumike makes history with her 11th All-Star selection Angel Reese earns another All-Star nod Atlanta’s Big Three gets full All-Star recognition Marina Mabrey and Dominique Malonga become first-time All-StarsBiggest All-Star snubs: Alyssa Thomas, Kahleah Copper, Kamilla Cardoso, Chelsea Gray, and moreDrama in the Windy City after Skylar Diggins is benchedChiney and JayJo look ahead to WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago Chiney Today is your home for hoops, headlines, and happy times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Nneka Makes History, WNBA All-Star Reserves Revealed & Biggest Snubs | Chiney Today

  5. Jul 3

    Chiney Responds, GoJo Returns, and WNBA All-Stars Are Here | Chiney Today

    Chiney Today is back — and Chiney is calling an old friend. After Chiney’s A’ja Wilson and Tom Brady comparison sparked a major reaction online, Mike Golic Jr. joins the show for a much-needed wellness check, perspective, and a reminder that sports debates are supposed to be fun. Chiney and GoJo also celebrate his return to ESPN Radio with Mike Golic Sr., look back on their Chiney & Golic Jr. days, and play a game of putting NBA free agency moves “in NFL terms” — from LeBron James potentially leaving the Lakers to a hypothetical Jaylen Brown move to the Philadelphia 76ers. Plus, Chiney breaks down the 2026 WNBA All-Star starters and gives flowers to A’ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston, Brianna Stewart, Olivia Miles, Gabby Williams, Natasha Howard, Jess Shepard, and more. In This Episode Chiney responds to the Tom Brady/A’ja Wilson backlash Mike Golic Jr. joins for a “phone-a-friend” moment GoJo talks about returning to ESPN Radio with Mike Golic Sr. NBA Free Agency in NFL terms 2026 WNBA All-Star starters announced Chiney gives flowers to A’ja, Caitlin, Paige, Stewie + more Chiney Today is your home for hoops, headlines, and happy times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Chiney Responds, GoJo Returns, and WNBA All-Stars Are Here | Chiney Today

  6. Jul 1

    LeBron Leaves The Lakers?! Chiney & Ramona React to the End of His LA Era | Chiney Today

    LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, and Chiney Ogwumike is joined by ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne to react to the end of one of the most defining eras in NBA history. Chiney and Ramona break down why LeBron and the Lakers decided it was time to part ways. Ramona explains why she doesn’t think LeBron was ever fully beloved or appreciated in LA, and why this Lakers breakup felt more mutual than messy. Plus, they get into what comes next: the Luka Doncic era in Los Angeles, possible LeBron landing spots, and whether teams like the Warriors, Cavaliers, Heat, Suns, Nuggets, Spurs, or Timberwolves could make a run at the King. In This Episode: LeBron’s shocking Lakers exit Why Ramona says LeBron wasn’t fully beloved in LA The end of LeBron’s purple-and-gold era How Luka Doncic changed the Lakers’ future LeBron’s legacy: title, scoring record, and Bronny Possible landing spots for LeBron What the Lakers do next Chiney frames the moment as “the end of one of the most defining eras in NBA history.” Ramona adds that while LeBron restored the Lakers to relevance, she does not think he was truly beloved or appreciated in LA the way other Lakers icons were. Subscribe to Chiney Today for hoops, headlines, and happy times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    LeBron Leaves The Lakers?! Chiney & Ramona React to the End of His LA Era | Chiney Today

  7. Jun 26

    WNBA Heat Check, LaMelo to Minnesota & Austin Reaves Gets Paid in LA | Chiney Today

    On this episode of Chiney Today, Chiney Ogwumike checks the temperature across the WNBA with a summer Heat Check: which teams are full blaze, which teams are heating up, and which teams need some AC. Chiney breaks down why A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are still dangerous, how Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings are ahead of schedule, why Angel Reese looks right at home with the Atlanta Dream, and what is going wrong for the Chicago Sky. Plus, Chiney gives love to Nneka Ogwumike’s unforgettable game-winner during the WNBA’s 30th anniversary celebration. Then, Chiney reacts to the latest NBA headlines, including LaMelo Ball reportedly heading to Minnesota to team up with Anthony Edwards and Austin Reaves getting paid as a major piece of the Lakers’ future. In this episode: WNBA Heat Check — Chiney breaks down the teams that are full blaze, heating up, and in need of AC. A’ja Wilson and the Aces — Why A’ja’s dominance is anything but boring and why Las Vegas is still a team to deal with. Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings — How Dallas has already passed last year’s win total and why Paige is leading the rise. Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream — Chiney explains why Atlanta may be the perfect fit and why Angel’s rebounding is generational. Chicago Sky Questions — Why the Sky’s season has been frustrating and what their roster construction says about the bigger picture. Nneka’s 30th Anniversary Moment — Chiney revisits the Sparks’ comeback win and Nneka’s storybook game-winner. LaMelo Ball to Minnesota — What LaMelo could unlock next to Anthony Edwards and why the Timberwolves needed another playmaker. Austin Reaves Gets Paid — What Reaves’ reported Lakers deal means for L.A.’s future with Luka and LeBron. Chiney Today is your home for hoops, headlines, and happy times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    WNBA Heat Check, LaMelo to Minnesota & Austin Reaves Gets Paid in LA | Chiney Today

  8. Jun 24

    Giannis to Miami, NBA Draft Night Chaos & A.J. Dybantsa Goes No. 1 | Chiney Today

    Chiney Ogwumike and Ramona Shelburne react to a wild NBA Draft night headlined by A.J. Dybantsa going No. 1 overall to the Washington Wizards and Giannis Antetokounmpo being traded to the Miami Heat. Marc J. Spears give us a report from the NBA Draft green room after speaking with Dybantsa about becoming the top pick, joining Washington, honoring his family and preparing for life in D.C. Chiney and Ramona then break down the top selections of the night before turning to the mega trade: Giannis and Bobby Portis to Miami, Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware and draft compensation to Milwaukee. In this episode:A.J. Dybantsa goes No. 1 to the Washington WizardsMarc J. Spears reports from the NBA Draft green roomDarryn Peterson lands with the Utah JazzCam Boozer brings hoops royalty to the Memphis GrizzliesCaleb Wilson gives the Chicago Bulls hopeDarius Acuff Jr. brings Dame Lillard vibes to SacramentoDallas builds around Cooper Flagg with Morez Johnson Jr.Golden State adds Yaxel LendeborgGiannis Antetokounmpo is traded to the Miami HeatHow Giannis fits with Bam Adebayo and Heat cultureWhat Milwaukee got back for its franchise starRamona grades the Giannis-to-Miami blockbuster Subscribe, rate, review, and drop us some love in the comments. What do you want to hear from us next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Giannis to Miami, NBA Draft Night Chaos & A.J. Dybantsa Goes No. 1 | Chiney Today
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Chiney Today is a twice-weekly podcast hosted by two-time WNBA All-Star and ESPN basketball analyst Chiney Ogwumike, delivering smart analysis and spirited insight at the intersection of hoops and culture. As one of the few national voices covering both men’s and women’s basketball at the highest level, Chiney bridges every corner of the game connecting leagues, storylines, and the moments that shape how fans experience basketball today. From the biggest headlines to the deeper cultural currents driving the sport, Chiney Today informs, entertains, challenges, and celebrates the game as it continues to evolve on and off the court.

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  • Channel
    ESPN
  • Creator
    ESPN, Omaha Productions, Chiney Ogwumike
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026, ESPN. All Rights Reserved.
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