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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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- Today39 min
JuJu Watkins Sweepstakes, WNBA Draft Lottery & Luka's MVP Case with Ramona Shelburne | Chiney Today
The JuJu Watkins SWEEPSTAKES are heating up! The 2027 WNBA Draft Lottery is almost here, and the Houston Comets and Toronto Tempo are tied with the best odds to land the No. 1 overall pick! But with JuJu Watkins looking like a generational talent, could the team that wins the lottery impact her decision to enter the draft? Chiney Ogwumike welcomes back ESPN NBA Insider and friend of the show Ramona Shelburne to break down everything you need to know about the WNBA Draft Lottery, including how the lottery works, which teams have the best odds, and why JuJu Watkins could become the next franchise-changing superstar. Plus, Ramona reveals a surprising Travis Scott connection to the Houston Comets' return!Chiney also takes us to the tape to show why JuJu is already PRO READY, breaking down her explosive transition game, impressive handles, underrated passing ability, and Mamba mentality. And with the WNBA searching for its next commissioner, Chiney and Ramona discuss potential candidates, including Nneka Ogwumike, Allison Feaster, and Swin Cash.Then, it's time for the first-ever Chiney Today NBA Crossover! Chiney and Ramona stay focused on LA, where Luka Dončić is making an early MVP statement. They discuss Luka's emergence as the face of the Lakers, life after LeBron James, and why his supporting cast could make LA a championship contender.IN THIS EPISODE: -Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery -Houston Comets vs. Toronto Tempo: Who Wins the No. 1 Pick? -Travis Scott's Surprising Connection to the Houston Comets' Return -Ramona Shelburne Compares JuJu to Caitlin Clark & Candace Parker -Could the Draft Lottery Determine JuJu Watkins' WNBA Future? -The Houston Comets' Historic Connection to USC & Cynthia Cooper -Chiney's Film Breakdown: Why JuJu Watkins Is PRO READY -JuJu's Underrated Passing, Elite Handles & Mamba Mentality -Nneka, Allison Feaster & the Search for the Next WNBA Commissioner -What WNBA's Next Commissioner Must Do to Keep the League Growing -FIRST-EVER NBA CROSSOVER: Luka Dončić's Early MVP Case -Is Luka Officially the New Face of the Los Angeles Lakers? -How Life After LeBron Could Unlock Luka's Championship PotentialSubscribe to Chiney Today for more hoops, headlines, and happy times! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago41 min
Michigan STUNS UConn, LSU's Historic Blowouts & JuJu Watkins Is BACK! | Chiney Today
Women's college basketball is already bringing the CHAOS! Michigan shocks UConn, LSU is running up the scoreboard, historically, and South Carolina is reminding everyone why they're still the No. 1 team in the country. And we're only TWO weeks into the season! Chiney Ogwumike is joined by friend of the show Ashanti Plummer to break down the biggest storylines in women's college basketball, including Michigan's historic upset of UConn, Sarah Strong's incredible 39-point bounce-back performance against Iowa, and LSU's record-breaking 109-point victory that has us asking: Should college basketball have a mercy rule? Plus, Chiney and Ashanti discuss Dawn Staley's championship-ready South Carolina squad, JuJu Watkins' incredible return to form, Caitlin Clark's hilarious appearance on The Tonight Show, and Ashanti gives her POV on the internet's obsession with Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd. They also react to fans questioning if Azzi will end up joining the defending WNBA champions, the Golden State Valkyries! IN THIS EPISODE: -Michigan STUNS UConn & Makes Program History -Sarah Strong Responds with a Career-High 39 Points -Can Michigan's Stars Lead Them to a Natty? -LSU Wins by 109 POINTS! Should College Hoops Have a Mercy Rule? -Dawn Staley & South Carolina's Dominant Start -Ashanti Plummer Reacts to the Paige Bueckers + Azzi Fudd Buzz -Azzi Fudd Honored at UConn & Celebrated by WNBA Champions -JuJu Watkins Is BACK with another Monster Performance -Caitlin Clark Takes Her Shooting Skills to Jimmy Fallon -Chiney's Chat: Azzi Fudd to the Golden State Valkyries?? -Sarah Strong, Kiyomi McMiller & All the Best Performances of the Week Subscribe to Chiney Today for more hoops, headlines, and happy times! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago48 min
2026 WNBA Awards! A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark & the Best Moments of the Season | Chiney Today
The 2026 WNBA season gave us everything we wanted! From Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell making history to A'ja Wilson building out her trophy wing, the WNBA's 30th anniversary season was one for the books! Chiney Ogwumike is joined by her friend, ESPN's Senior Researcher Jason Joseph (aka JayJo), to hand out the 2026 WNBA Awards, celebrating the biggest stars, breakout performances, unforgettable plays, and viral moments on and off the court. Plus, Chiney shares her hilarious welcome-to-the-league moment thanks to Tamika Catchings breaking her ankles during her rookie season and gets emotional honoring her sister Nneka Ogwumike's legendary career and unforgettable game-winning buzzer-beater during the 30th Anniversary game against the New York Liberty. IN THIS EPISODE: The Best of the WNBA's 30th Anniversary Season Caitlin Clark & Kelsey Mitchell's Historic Dynamic Duo A'ja Wilson's GOAT Trophy Case After Winning Her Fifth MVP Paige Bueckers, Dominique Malonga & the Next Generation of Stars How the WNBA's Historic CBA Changed the Game Team USA's World Cup Championship Run during the FIBA break Gabby Williams' Legendary Game 7 Performance Chiney's Embarrassing Welcome to the League Moment Nneka Ogwumike's Emotional Farewell & Play of the YearWhat was YOUR favorite moment of the 2026 WNBA season? Drop your picks in the reviews! Subscribe to Chiney Today for more hoops, headlines, and happy times! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago40 min
JuJu Watkins Is BACK! UConn & Sarah Strong Dominate, South Carolina Survives & Opening Day Reactions | Chiney Today
JUJU WATKINS IS BACK! 🔥🏀 After 588 days away from the court, JuJu makes her emotional return to USC, dropping 21 points and reminding everyone why she's one of the biggest stars in women's college basketball! Chiney Ogwumike and Demetrius Harris are officially making the crossover from the WNBA to women's college hoops! The duo breaks down JuJu's return, USC's dangerous three-headed guard attack, and Sarah Strong's dominant performance as UConn crushes Cornell 100-35. Plus, South Carolina survives a scare against Maryland, Hannah Hidalgo picks up right where she left off, and UCLA begins its title defense with an entirely new look. From historic performances to hilarious debates about Chiney's college basketball résumé, we're covering it ALL! IN THIS EPISODE: -JuJu Watkins Makes Emotional Return After 588 Days, Drops 21 Points in USC Season Opener -USC's Three-Headed Monster: JuJu Watkins, Jazzy Davidson & Saniyah Hall Put College Basketball on Notice -Sarah Strong Records 8 Steals as UConn DOMINATES Cornell 100-35 in Season Opener -No. 1 South Carolina Survives Maryland's Comeback, But Does Dawn Staley Have a Defensive Problem? -Hannah Hidalgo DROPS 32 Points as Notre Dame Opens Season With Win in Rome -Can UCLA Repeat as National Champions After Losing 90% of Last Season's Scoring? -Mikayla Blakes Scores 27 as Vanderbilt Explodes for 112 Points Against Lipscomb -LSU Scores 129 Points in Season Opener, Raising Questions About College Basketball's Biggest Blowouts -Demetrius Questions Chiney Ogwumike's Stanford Career, Leading to a Hilarious Breakdown of Her College Stats -Is UNC Freshman Kate Harpring the Next Kelsey Plum? Chiney Breaks Down Her College Debut -Sayvia Sellers Records Opening Day Triple-Double for Washington, While Talea Walker Drops 40 Points -Addi Mack Scores 35 Against South Carolina, Including 31 in the Second Half for Maryland -South Carolina Freshman Jerzy Robinson Makes Memorable Debut With an Accidental Three-Pointer -Chiney Reflects on JuJu Watkins' Emotional Comeback and the Growth of Women's Basketball Subscribe to Chiney Today for more women's college basketball coverage, WNBA news, basketball analysis, and conversations with the biggest names in hoops! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago30 min
Golden State Valkyries Make WNBA History! Gabby Williams' Legendary Game 7 & Finals MVP | Chiney Today
THE VALKYRIES ARE WNBA CHAMPIONS! In just their second season, the Golden State Valkyries made WNBA history by defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a winner-take-all Game 7. Golden State captured its first championship behind an unforgettable performance from Finals MVP Gabby Williams! Chiney Ogwumike is joined by Ashanti Plummer LIVE from Ballhalla to break down Gabby's historic 30-point performance (including 28 points in the second half) and how Natalie Nakase led a team of overlooked players to a WNBA championship in just two seasons with the Golden State Valkyries. Chiney and Ashanti break down Kiah Stokes' defensive dominance, Veronica Burton's clutch contributions, and Natalie Nakase's decision to sit Gabby Williams during a crucial time in the first half. They also discuss exactly what went wrong for Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream in the second half. Chiney and Ashanti celebrate an unforgettable Game 7 and reflect on the WNBA's record-breaking 30th season. IN THIS EPISODE: -Golden State Valkyries Make WNBA HISTORY With Game 7 Championship Win Over Atlanta Dream -Gabby Williams DROPS 30 Points, Scores 28 in Second Half & Wins WNBA Finals MVP -How Gabby Williams Took Over Game 7 With 15 Straight Points for Golden State -Kiah Stokes' Incredible Defensive Performance with 19 Blocks in the Finals -Veronica Burton's Clutch Double-Double and Her Emotional Journey From the YMCA to WNBA Champ -Natalie Nakase's Brilliant Coaching and How She Built a Championship Team in Just Two Seasons -How the Valkyries' Defense Limited Angel Reese and Shut Down Atlanta's Offense -What Went Wrong for the Atlanta Dream in Game 7? Chiney and Ashanti Break Down the Loss -From Overlooked Role Players to WNBA Champions: The Valkyries' Incredible Underdog Story -Why the Golden State Valkyries Are the BLUEPRINT for Future WNBA Expansion Teams -Inside Ballhalla: Chiney and Ashanti Recap the Electric Atmosphere of Game 7 and the Championship Celebration -Chiney Reflects on a Historic WNBA Season, the Growth of Women's Basketball, and the Future of Chiney Today Subscribe to Chiney Today for more WNBA coverage, basketball analysis, and conversations with the biggest names in hoops! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago38 min
Atlanta Dream Force Historic Game 7! Angel Reese Makes History, Allisha Gray Takes Over & WNBA Finals Preview | Chiney Today
The stage is set for a HISTORIC Game 7! The Atlanta Dream delivered a statement 80-69 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 6, forcing the first-ever Game 7 in WNBA Finals history! With only one game left before a championship is decided, the stakes couldn't be higher. Chiney Ogwumike is joined by friend and Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Ros Gold-Onwude to break down Atlanta's dominant performance, Allisha Gray's incredible two-way impact, Angel Reese's record-breaking postseason, and celebrate Rhyne Howard finding her rhythm at the perfect time. Can Atlanta carry its momentum into Golden State, or will Gabby Williams and the Valkyries defend home court to capture the title? IN THIS EPISODE: -Atlanta Dream Defeat Golden State Valkyries in Game 6 to Force Historic WNBA Finals Game 7 -Allisha Gray Takes Over With 23 Points and Dominant Two-Way Performance -Angel Reese Makes WNBA Finals History With Record-Breaking Rebounding -How Angel Reese's Playmaking Helped Unlock Atlanta's Offense -Rhyne Howard Finds Her Shooting Touch Just in Time for Game 7 -How Atlanta's Defensive Intensity and Pick-and-Roll Adjustments Changed the Series -Gabby Williams Scores 15 Fourth-Quarter Points, But Can She Lead Golden State to a Title? -What the Golden State Valkyries Must Fix Before Game 7 -Chiney & Ros Gold-Onwude Discuss Physicality and Inconsistent WNBA Officiating -Can Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream Win Their First WNBA Championship? -Can the Golden State Valkyries Make History With a Championship in Their Second Season? -Usher, Atlanta's Electric Crowd and the Star-Studded Atmosphere of Game 6 -Chiney & Ros Gold-Onwude Preview the Winner-Take-All Game 7 Showdown -Who wins Game 7: Atlanta Dream or Golden State Valkyries? Drop your predictions in the reviews! Subscribe to Chiney Today for more WNBA coverage, basketball analysis, and conversations with the biggest names in hoops! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago38 min
EXCLUSIVE: Damian Lillard on Returning to Portland, Leaving Milwaukee & His NBA Legacy | Chiney Today
DAME TIME IS BACK! 9x NBA All-Star Damian Lillard sits down with Chiney Ogwumike for an exclusive conversation about his return to Portland, his road to recovery, and the iconic moments that defined his NBA career. Dame opens up about his time with the Milwaukee Bucks, playing alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the mental challenges of recovering from an Achilles injury. He also shares his excitement about the Trail Blazers' future, what he's learned about new teammate Ja Morant, and how he made over 100,000 shots during his recovery. PLUS, Chiney and Dame go to the tape to break down some of the most unforgettable moments in NBA history! From his legendary playoff buzzer-beaters against the Rockets and Thunder to his incredible 71-point performance, Dame reveals the preparation, decisions, and mindset behind the moments that made him one of the NBA's most clutch players. IN THIS EPISODE: -Damian Lillard Opens Up About His NBA Comeback and Return to Portland -Why Milwaukee Never Quite Felt Like Home for Dame -What Damian Lillard Learned Playing Alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo -The Mental and Physical Challenges of Recovering From an Achilles Injury -How Dame Won the NBA Three-Point Contest During His Recovery -Damian Lillard Explains Why Ja Morant Is Misunderstood -Why Dame Believes the Portland Trail Blazers Are Closer to Contending Than People Think -The Incredible Story Behind Dame Making Over 100,000 Shots During Recovery -Damian Lillard on Giving Back to His Community and Building His Legacy -Dame Breaks Down His Iconic Playoff Game-Winners Against Houston and OKC -The Untold Story Behind Damian Lillard's Legendary Goodbye Wave -How Dame Practices His Unbelievable Long-Range Three-Pointers -Damian Lillard Relives His Historic 71-Point Performance Subscribe to Chiney Today for more NBA coverage, basketball analysis, and exclusive conversations with the biggest names in hoops! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago37 min
Golden State Takes Control of WNBA Finals! Kiah Stokes Shines + Can Atlanta Force Game 7? | Chiney Today
The Golden State Valkyries are officially one win away from making history and winning a WNBA Championship! After defeating the Atlanta Dream 64-55 in Game 5 of the Finals, with help from Kiah Stokes and Veronica Burton, the Valkyries have taken control of the series. But can Angel Reese and Atlanta bounce back to force a Game 7? Chiney Ogwumike is joined by special guest DJ Tricey Trice to break down Golden State's dominant defensive performance, Kiah Stokes' incredible impact on both ends of the floor, and the coaching adjustments that have Natalie Nakase's Valkyries on the verge of their first title. Plus, could a defensive specialist like Kiah Stokes actually win Finals MVP? Has Golden State finally figured out how to neutralize Angel Reese? And Chiney and DJ disagree on which team will ultimately win it all! IN THIS EPISODE: -Golden State Valkyries Defeat Atlanta Dream in Game 5 of WNBA Finals -Kiah Stokes Takes Over! Could She Win Finals MVP? -How Kiah Stokes' Dominant Defense Is Slowing Down Angel Reese -Natalie Nakase's Coaching Adjustments Put Golden State on the Brink of History -How the Valkyries Have Taken Control of the Series With Their Defense -Gabby Williams, Kiah Stokes or Tiffany Hayes: Who Deserves Finals MVP -What Angel Reese and Atlanta Need to Do to Force Game 7 -Chiney & DJ Tricey Trice React to the Controversial Game 6 Start Time -Chiney vs. DJ Tricey Trice: Who Will Win the WNBA Championship? -Can the Valkyries Win a Championship in Just Their Second Season -Zendaya, E-40 & the Star-Studded Atmosphere at the WNBA Finals -DJ Tricey Trice Reacts to the Potential Sale of the LA Sparks Subscribe to Chiney Today for more WNBA coverage, basketball analysis, and conversations with the biggest names in hoops! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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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