ESPN reportedly in ‘advanced talks’ to hire Jason Kidd for ‘NBA Countdown’
Kidd would fill the spot left vacant after Michael Malone left ESPN to become head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels.
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Stephen A. Smith thanks Shaquille O’Neal for saving him from ‘NBA Countdown’
"I ain’t have to stay up all hours of the night doing that damn show in studio"
Kendrick Perkins and Victor Wembanyama are two peas in a pod
"He’s a prime example of me."
ESPN tries virtual reality to provide NBA analysis
At least ESPN is trying?
Stephen A. Smith officially no longer a part of ‘NBA Countdown’
The move has been expected since Smith signed his new ESPN contract.
Shaquille O’Neal rips ‘traitor’ Kenny Smith for getting chummy with ‘NBA Countdown’
"Traitors don’t get to make comments on our show"
Kenny Smith makes ESPN ‘NBA Countdown’ debut
Longtime 'Inside the NBA' analyst Kenny Smith appeared on 'NBA Countdown' after signing a new deal with ESPN.
Kenny Smith signs deal to appear on ESPN programming, including ‘NBA Countdown’ and ‘First Take’
Smith will appear on Wednesday night's episode of NBA Countdown.
Maria Taylor opens up on ‘healing process’ post-ESPN
"I think sometimes, things can be removed out of your life for a reason, because this is what was on the other side of it, and this is where I needed to be."
Bob Myers leaving ESPN to become president of Harris Blitzer group
The former Golden State Warriors general manager had been with the network since 2023.
Michael Malone joining ESPN’s ‘NBA Countdown’ full time
The ex-Nuggets coach also joined Countdown during last season's playoffs.
ESPN announces contract extension for Malika Andrews
Malika Andrews has signed a new contract with ESPN, continuing as the network's main NBA host for years to come.
Sage Steele reveals Skip Bayless tipped her off that Bill Simmons wanted her off ‘NBA Countdown’
"I didn't know what was fully happening around me with Bill Simmons, who did not want me on that show."
Adam Silver brushes off criticisms about lack of on-court decals during NBA Finals
"They went away a decade ago."
Adam Silver discusses NBA Finals ratings before Game 3
"Back 20 years ago, we often didn't win the night when the Finals were on. But the absolute rating is lower now."
Mike Greenberg ‘thrilled’ with ESPN’s addition of ‘Inside the NBA’
"I think everyone understands that if you can get Charles and Kenny and Shaq and Ernie, you do it."
Fired Nuggets coach Michael Malone joins ESPN NBA studio for Western Conference Finals
Malone will join Malika Andrews, Stephen A. Smith, Bob Myers and Kendrick Perkins on "NBA Countdown."
Kendrick Perkins claims three-time MVP Nikola Jokić ‘wouldn’t have wanted this smoke’ of playing against him
Kendrick Perkins applauds Dillon Brooks for ‘attacking’ Steph Curry’s thumb injury: ‘Everything is in play in the postseason’
"If I am a defender, I am going to attack those wounds."
Jemele Hill: ‘Rumor’ was NBA used to block Stephen A. Smith from appearing on ESPN pregame show
"...they had particular opinions about him being part of the some of their flagship properties."
Report: ESPN could move NBA studio shows out of L.A. after 2025 playoffs
The network is already slated to move the L.A. edition of SportsCenter back to Bristol.
Stephen A. Smith shuts down Kendrick Perkins’ over Nikola Jokić MVP talk: ‘We’re not doing this today’
"SGA is going to be the league MVP if he keeps this up. I don't care what Jokić does."
LeBron James claps back at Stephen A. Smith over NBA media complaint: ‘Proved my point’
"Happy this convo has started."
Colin Cowherd lauds TNT’s NBA criticisms: ‘ESPN is mostly fluff’
"I want a show that is hard and has teeth and bites into the players"
L.A. fires bring change to ESPN’s Wednesday programming
"Stay safe, everyone."
ESPN NBA Christmas showcase shows just how badly the network needs ‘Inside the NBA’
A fantastic day of NBA hoops on ESPN devolved into debates, slandering players, and far too little real basketball talk.
Michael Wilbon, Brian Windhorst debate LeBron James to Warriors trade
"LeBron has repeatedly made it clear: He wants to be a Laker."
Michael Wilbon not threatened by ‘Inside the NBA’ at ESPN: ‘There’s plenty of real estate’
"I'm overjoyed that they're on."
ESPN expands roles for Tim Legler and Kendrick Perkins with new contracts
ESPN announced the re-signing of multiple NBA personalities with new expanded roles for Tim Legler and Kendrick Perkins.
Get ready for a whole lot of Shams Charania on ESPN on Thursday
"Shams is one of the most well-connected and accomplished journalists in sports and we’re proud that he will now call ESPN his home."
Stephen A. Smith ‘expects to get paid’ in next contract
"I expect to get paid, and I’m not apologizing for that to anybody."
John Ourand explains why Stephen A. Smith is worth $25 million asking price
"Yeah, it does make a lot of sense."
Paul George ‘didn’t appreciate’ Stephen A. Smith taking shot at Clippers teammate Kawhi Leonard
"I didn't like that moment. I rock with Stephen A. obviously, but just let it go."
Does ESPN need a complete refresh of its NBA coverage next season?
Stephen A. Smith goes off on Mavericks stars after lackluster first half
"The stars for Dallas, there is an APB out for them right now."
Julius Randle to serve as guest analyst on ‘NBA Countdown’ Monday night
Randle is the third active player to join the panel this series.
ESPN’s Malika Andrews opens up on teenage battle with mental illness
"We talk about depression and recovery as a ‘before and after,’ something you overcome. My experience is it’s something you contend with every single day."
Adam Silver on Caitlin Clark: ‘You can’t anoint stars in this league’
"She's ultimately got to prove it on the court."
Adam Silver: Players lack incentive to try hard in All-Star Game
"There's just some governor on them from playing all out."
