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

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

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-Stars Biggest All-Star snubs: Alyssa Thomas, Kahleah Copper, Kamilla Cardoso, Chelsea Gray, and more Drama in the Windy City after Skylar Diggins is benched Chiney 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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]