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ESPN’s top NBA booth is better than it was

Michael Malone on ESPN

Michael Malone makes his ESPN color commentator debut

The former Nuggets coach is continuing to settle into his new role at ESPN.

By Sam Neumann OnFeb 28, 2026 0
Tim Legler

Tim Legler calls out lack of effort in NBA: Teams are ‘borderline disinterested’

"There are nights when you watch teams where you can't believe how flat they are. And I've seen more of that this year than any other time."

By Brendon Kleen OnJan 29, 2026 0
Mike and Mike and Tim Legler

Tim Legler credits ‘Mike & Mike’ appearances with helping him break through at ESPN

"That show allowed a lot of my personality to come out."

By Sam Neumann OnJan 24, 2026 0
ESPN NBA Christmas Day schedule

ESPN, ABC finalize NBA Christmas Day broadcast teams

A lot of different faces for 2025.

By Brendon Kleen OnDec 18, 2025 0
Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images, Kirby Lee-Imagn Images, Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images, Heidi Gutman/NBCUniversal, Fox Sports

College Basketball

The 2025 Awfulies: Best game analysts and in-game broadcasters

ESPN NBA box score back to normal

Fans rejoice as ESPN reverts back to longstanding NBA box score format

Is Tim Legler to thank?

By Brendon Kleen OnNov 13, 2025 0
Tim Legler on ESPN NBA box scores

Tim Legler ‘can’t stand’ new-look ESPN NBA box score layout

"Why do I have to go all the way across the page to see what guys shot from the field?"

By Brendon Kleen OnNov 12, 2025 0
Tim Legler is having the most fun he's ever had at ESPN.

Tim Legler opens up on replacing Doris Burke in top ESPN NBA booth

"She and I have always have had a great relationship, and that continues to this day."

By Brendon Kleen OnOct 16, 2025 0
Tim Legler Coach's Corner NBA ESPN

NBA fans love new Tim Legler Coaches Corner segment

"No way ESPN talking actual basketball with actual basketball experts."

By Matt Yoder OnOct 16, 2025 0
Doris Burke

ESPN exec Burke Magnus defends Doris Burke’s demotion

"I think it was the right decision because we were still searching for the perfect combination."

By Sean Keeley OnSep 25, 2025 0
Jan 17, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; ESPN analyst Doris Burke during the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

ESPN reportedly demoting Doris Burke, adding Tim Legler to NBA Finals team

ESPN will have a different NBA Finals booth for the fourth time in as many years.

By Ben Axelrod OnAug 28, 2025 0
Tim Legler is having the most fun he's ever had at ESPN.

Tim Legler opens up about the role that made ESPN fun again

"I love the adrenaline and the live-action, in-the-moment teaching it allows you to do."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 4, 2025 0
Tim Legler

AA Podcast: Tim Legler on NBA coverage, Damian Lillard, LeBron James, and more

On this week’s episode of the Awful Announcing Podcast, host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN NBA analyst and host of...

By Phillip Bupp OnJul 3, 2025 0
Tim Legler explains the mental and emotional challenges Damian Lillard faces rehabbing alone without team support.

Tim Legler highlights ‘isolation factor’ of Damian Lillard’s comeback without a team

"I think you learn a lot about yourself and your perseverance."

By Sam Neumann OnJul 2, 2025 0
Andrew Marchand on Rick Carlisle/Doris Burke drama

Andrew Marchand responds to Rick Carlisle criticism over Doris Burke reporting

"ESPN didn't want this story out there at that point right before the Finals, I get that."

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 10, 2025 0
Tim Legler appears on 'Sportscenter' with Scott Van Pelt during the NBA Finals.

Tim Legler could reportedly become an NBA Finals option for ESPN

Tim Legler could be in line for a major promotion, with ESPN reportedly considering him for a spot in its NBA Finals broadcast booth.

By Sam Neumann OnJun 4, 2025 0
Tim Legler discussing the Celtics Game 1 loss to the Knicks on his podcast

Tim Legler calls Celtics’ offense in Game 1 loss to Knicks an ‘insult to basketball’

"That's an abomination, an abomination offensively to play the way they played."

By Reice Shipley OnMay 7, 2025 0
Luka Doncic

Tim Legler took it easy on the Dallas Mavericks while calling Luka Dončić’s Lakers debut

"Now, he is going to welcome this opportunity to prove to a lot of people, particularly in Dallas, what he's capable of."

By Brendon Kleen OnFeb 11, 2025 0
Richard Jefferson on the set of the 2024 NBA Today Red Carpet Pre-Event Show.

ESPN selects Richard Jefferson to call NBA Cup Championship Game

The move could indicate that Jefferson is in pole position to call the NBA Finals.

By Drew Lerner OnNov 24, 2024 0
Tim Legler and Kendrick Perkins

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.

By Matt Yoder OnOct 17, 2024 0
JJ Redick, Doris Burke, and Mike Breen during game one of the 2024 NBA Finals.

ESPN announces NBA coverage plans without clear replacement for JJ Redick

ESPN didn't announce specific broadcast booths.

By Ben Axelrod OnOct 14, 2024 1
Doc Rivers Doris Burke Mike Breen

ESPN may reportedly try out candidates for top NBA team during season

"They're likely not gonna make any moves until maybe the end of the calendar year."

By Ben Axelrod OnSep 28, 2024 2

Four leading candidates to join ESPN’s top NBA booth reportedly identified

ESPN is seeking a new analyst for its top NBA booth alongside Mike Breen and Doris Burke.

By Sam Neumann OnAug 30, 2024 4
Tim Legler appears on 'Sportscenter' with Scott Van Pelt during the NBA Finals.

Tim Legler reportedly negotiating new ESPN deal, could call more games

Maybe Scott Van Pelt's shoutout did the trick after all.

By Brendon Kleen OnJun 25, 2024 1

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