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Mike Breen

Mike Breen: Diminishing access to NBA players ‘hurts’ broadcasts, fan experience

"...I think it's an essential part [of a broadcast] ... that's what makes me care so much about the league."

By Brendon Kleen OnMay 15, 2025 0
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green argues with officials after being assessed a Flagrant 1. Photo Credit: ESPN.

Doris Burke, Mike Breen call out Draymond Green’s controversial actions

"Over the history of Draymond's career, it feels like there's been a double standard."

By Michael Dixon OnMay 2, 2025 0
Mikal Bridges speaks with Mike Breen after Knicks win

Mike Breen reminds Mikal Bridges this is live TV

"We built for this sh*t"

By Brandon Contes OnMay 2, 2025 0
Detroit Pistons coach J. B. Bickerstaff argues with official Tony Brothers during Thursday night's playoff game between the Pistons and New York Knicks. Photo Credit: MSG

Mike Breen on J. B. Bickerstaff: ‘I don’t know if I’ve ever seen a coach argue this much’

"It's nonstop. It's continuous."

By Michael Dixon OnMay 2, 2025 0
Feb 10, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; MSG Network announcer and former New York Knicks great Walt Frazier on the court before game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center.

Walt Frazier misses Knicks-Pistons Game 3 with illness

"Clyde will be back for Game 5"

By Brandon Contes OnApr 25, 2025 0
Knicks vs Pistons on MSG with Mike Breen on the call

Mike Breen urges NBA refs to ‘be more consistent’ in playoffs

"All this stuff going on and they call that. It’s got to be more consistent so the players know how much they can do and how much they can’t"

By Brandon Contes OnApr 22, 2025 0
Walt "Clyde" Frazier and Mike Breen ahead of a MSG Knicks broadcast.

Mike Breen calls out NBA for ‘bad decision’ on RSN playoff games

Mike Breen has taken the rare step of criticizing the league for taking playoff games off local RSNs in their next TV deal.

By Matt Yoder OnApr 22, 2025 0
Marv Albert Mike Breen

Mike Breen shouts out Marv Albert as greatest basketball play-by-play voice

During ESPN's broadcast of the Pistons-Knicks playoff game, Mike Breen had special praise for Marv Albert in the MSG crowd.

By Matt Yoder OnApr 20, 2025 0
Cassidy Hubbarth listens as Mike Breen, Doris Burke and Richard Jefferson shower her with praise at the end of her final NBA on ESPN broadcast. Photo Credit: ESPN

Announcers praise Cassidy Hubbarth during her final ESPN NBA game

"We're gonna miss her like crazy. But she is gonna be a slam dunk for their first-year coverage next year."

By Michael Dixon OnApr 16, 2025 0
Feb 17, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; ESPN analyst Richard Jefferson before the 2023 NBA All Star celebrity game at Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Doris Burke: Richard Jefferson is a ‘more natural broadcaster than JJ Redick and me’

"What I find so fascinating about Richard is he has, moreso than J.J. and I, this very natural understanding that TV broadcasting is an entertainment medium"

By Brandon Contes OnApr 15, 2025 0
ESPN commentators Doris Burke and Mike Breen had a blunt reaction to the frustration of Mavericks fans in Luka Dončić's return to Dallas. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn

Doris Burke reacts to Mavericks fans chanting ‘Fire Nico’: ‘It’s a fanbase that feels cheated’

"And you can feel it in this arena, the love they've got for this guy."

By Michael Dixon OnApr 9, 2025 0
Apr 6, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) dribbles as New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges (25) is screened by Phoenix Suns center Nick Richards (2) during the first half at Madison Square Garden

Walt Frazier laments Bradley Beal’s struggles: ‘Inept, incompetent, incoherent, as a Sun’

"That play indicative of Beal's season, folks."

By Sam Neumann OnApr 7, 2025 0
Feb 10, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; MSG Network announcer and former New York Knicks great Walt Frazier on the court before game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center.

Knicks announcer Walt Frazier turns 80: ‘I don’t see retirement anytime soon’

"I’m just like on a magic carpet ride when I’m thinking about being 80 years old, man! I can’t believe it."

By Arthur Weinstein OnMar 29, 2025 0
Sam Rosen being honored ahead of a matchup between the Rangers and the Canucks

Mike Breen delivers touching tribute for retiring Rangers broadcaster Sam Rosen

"I can't think of a more fitting person to get that type of treatment here at Madison Square Garden."

By Reice Shipley OnMar 23, 2025 0
Mike Breen and Richard Jefferson

Fans call out Mike Breen, Richard Jefferson for Draymond Green comments

"You guys know I love Breen but bad job by him and Richard Jefferson there."

By Arthur Weinstein OnMar 16, 2025 0
ESPN play-by-play commentator Mike Breen during the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Knicks at Crypto.com Arena.

Mike Breen explains the one situation that might warrant a triple ‘Bang!’

"Alright, if somebody hits a game-winning shot in a Finals game, maybe that will do it..."

By Sean Keeley OnMar 15, 2025 0
Mikal Bridges interviewed by Mike Breen and Jamal Crawford

Mike Breen teasingly trolls Mikal Bridges’ minutes gripe

"41 minutes tonight. You feeling okay?"

By Brandon Contes OnMar 13, 2025 0
Mike Breen and Walt "Clyde" Frazier on MSG Network

Mike Breen drops ‘double bang’ for Mikal Bridges game-winner

Mikal Bridges was the recipient of the latest 'double bang' from the legendary Mike Breen for his buzzer beater against the Blazers.

By Matt Yoder OnMar 13, 2025 0
JJ Redick addresses ESPN's Richard Jefferson decision

JJ Redick applauds ESPN’s Richard Jefferson decision: ‘He was born to do television’

"I’m happy for him and I think that’s a great crew."

By Brandon Contes OnFeb 25, 2025 0
Mike Breen and Doris Burke.

Dwyane Wade lauds Doris Burke’s Thunder-Timberwolves gameplay breakdown

"I have so much respect for the voices of our game."

By Reice Shipley OnFeb 24, 2025 0
Feb 17, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; ESPN analyst Richard Jefferson before the 2023 NBA All Star celebrity game at Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Richard Jefferson to call NBA Finals as part of ESPN’s top broadcast team, per report

Jefferson's contract is reportedly up after this season.

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 24, 2025 0
Mike Breen discussing the origins of his patented "Bang" call

Mike Breen once didn’t think his patented ‘Bang’ call worked

"The thing was that I thought that it didn't work."

By Reice Shipley OnFeb 7, 2025 0
Mike Breen and Walt "Clyde" Frazier on MSG Network

Mike Breen feels ‘awful’ for Knicks fans dealing with MSG Networks blackout

"To have this being a thrilling ride right now and not be able to watch it, I couldn't imagine."

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 6, 2025 0
Richard Jefferson on the set of NBA Today.

Richard Jefferson reportedly joining ESPN’s top NBA booth for rest of season; ESPN still noncommittal on NBA Finals

Is ESPN's approach to this NBA season coming back to bite it?

By Brendon Kleen OnFeb 5, 2025 0
Nov 22, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Television analyst Hubie Brown after the game between the Memphis Grizzlies and San Antonio Spurs at FedExForum. San Antonio Spurs beat the Memphis Grizzlies 102-86. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports

Hubie Brown reflects on ‘fastest 50 years’ of NBA career

"There’s a lot more for this game than me just saying goodbye."

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 4, 2025 0

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