Amin Elhassan, Nick Friedell and Scottie Pippen discuss if the Pelicans are a playoff threat, Kyrie sounds off on the media. Plus, Q Rich and Darius Miles join the show.

The Threats

With in-depth, comprehensive daily coverage of all aspects of the NBA, Malika Andrews and a vibrant cast of expert analysts and reporters offer their distinct perspectives on the game. She is joined by analysts Vince Carter, Chiney Ogwumike, and Kendrick Perkins, along with Senior Writer Zach Lowe. Ramona Shelburne and Adrian Wojnarowski will be among the top reporters contributing updates from around the league.

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Basketball

The stakes couldn't be higher. Anthony Edwards faces off against his personal GOAT, Kevin Durant. The MVP comes to the big apple to take on Jalen Brunson's red-hot Knicks. Donovan Mitchell works to will his Cavs past the Magic. LeBron James will try to stop Nikola Jokic and the reigning champs. 
We are just about 22 hours away from the start of the NBA playoffs
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Where Amazing Happens

Coming up on NBA Today...a devastating night for Miami. We have the very latest on Jimmy Butler's injury and if this means the end for the Heat. 
And as Philly eeked out a win to face New York, Perk and Austin pick their 1-A's: Embiid or Brunson? Maybe I should get Becky on the phone..
Plus, we have two stars stopping by today: Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Halibutron! How they're preparing for a deep run. 
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Ant & Haliburton Join The Show, Jimmy 's Latest, Embiid vs Brunson

Coming up on NBA Today: Breaking news on Zion Williamson's availability for Friday's play in game. Adrian Wojnarowski is here with the very latest. 
Plus, it was a demoralizing loss for the dubs. Will we ever see the Warriors big 3 together again?
And.... the Lakers advance to face a formidable foe. What needs to happen for LeBron and AD to turn the tables on the Joker in this Western Finals rematch ...all that next on NBA Today.
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Zion Williamson Out Friday, The End of a Dynasty? Lakers-Nuggets Rematch

Coming up on NBA Today: The Lakers look to punch their ticket into the playoffs tonight in New Orleans. Big Perk tells us why it WILL be easier said than done for LeBron and company.
PLUS... From Oakland to Sactown, the Bay Area and back down. You've got to think this one is going down to the wire...who steps up when it matters most: Steph or De'Aaron Fox?! 
AND... Woj is here with all the details on Giannis' injury. Is he in jeopardy of missing the first round? NBA today starts now! 
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Milwaukee Misfortune, Locked-In Lakers

LeBron... Zion... Steph... De'Aaron Fox... Only two of those players are going to survive the play in tournament out West... And what's waiting for them? Oh you know.. just Nikola Jokic and the defending champs or the top overall seed with SGA and the Thunder... 
In the East... Joel Embiid and Jimmy Butler will meet yet again... With whoever wins that clash of former teammates is heading to New York for a series with the Knicks while the loser will have a single elimination game against DeMar DeRozan and the Bulls or Trae Young and the Hawks...
Are the Lakers setup for another playoff run? Will the Warriors send the Kings home? Who is in the best position to challenge the Celtics?
NBA Today starts now!
 
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