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Ahead on NBA Today:

The crew reacts to Ben Simmons' being ruled out for Game 4...

Plus, don't look now but the Suns are in trouble versus the Pels. With the series tied 2-2, our panel on whether an upset is coming.

And speaking of upsets, the Nuggets staved off the Warriors yesterday. Do they have a shot to come back and do the unthinkable?

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Athletes often say they love the city where they play, but Giannis Antetokounmpo takes it to a new level. He’s called Milwaukee home since the team drafted him in 2013. It wasn’t a given that the Greek native, a son of Nigerian immigrants, would stay in the midwestern city. But his massive 2020 contract extension shows the love is mutual. As the Bucks seek to defend their NBA title, our own ESPN Daily producer (and Wisconsin native) Ryan Nantell digs into a legendary anecdote from Giannis’ rookie season that shows why he and Milwaukee have been such a good fit.

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Ahead on NBA Today:

Zach, Chiney, and Perk on how the Celtics were able to shut down Kevin Durant...

Plus, everyone counted out the Bulls, but not so fast my friend. DeMar Derozan's big night discussed next along with Middleton's injury...

And from a big upset to the biggest shot of the night. Is Philly surfacing as a title contender?

And speaking of championships, a guy who's won a cool four of 'em, Shaq joins the show...

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Ahead on NBA Today:

All eyes on Devin Booker's hamstring. We've got the latest. And our panel on whether the Suns should be concerned...

Plus, tonight we've got Nets-Celtics Game 2. Perk and Richard team up to break down the keys in that one; who's got the edge? 

And Jimmy Buckets lived up to his name last night, dropping a cool 45 on the Hawks. Is Miami clearly the team to beat in the East? 

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Ahead on NBA Today:

The Dubs are rolling! How their newly revamped small-ball lineup is looking unstoppable. Richard and Chiney break it down... 

Plus, a career night for Jalen Brunson propels the Mavericks to tie the series against the Jazz! Has momentum shifted with Luka's return potentially on the horizon? 

And we have the very latest on Ben Simmons' return to the Nets' line up...

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Swagu and Perk discuss Kyrie Irving's impact on the Nets and how him not playing most of the season changes the way we look at this team, also Kendrick Perkins responds to Anthony Edwards, as they assess whether they believe his T-Wolves can beat the Grizzlies, and they address Keyshawn and J-Will saying they would beat them in a 2v2. All that and more!

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Ahead on NBA Today:

We break down the Nets/Celtics thriller in Boston...

Anthony Edwards joins us LIVE! How's he feeling up 1-0?

Plus, down 1-0 to the Jazz, Mavs fans need an update on Luka Doncic. We've got the latest on him, and other stars...

And over the weekend the NBA also released its awards finalists. MVP, Rookie of the Year, DPOY, we've got them all...

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Ahead on NBA Today:

Steph Curry said he's optimistic for Game 1 Saturday against the Nuggets, but just how much Curry can we expect if he plays? Steve Kerr weighs in... 

And more injury updates. This time on Luka's strained calf ahead of their first round matchup against the Jazz this weekend...

Plus, speaking of the Mavericks and Jazz, which team is under the most pressure this post season?

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Swagu and Perk discuss the dysfunction within the Lakers organization, why Joel Embiid should win the MVP award, and Swagu's numerous interactions on and off social media this weekend.

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