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Chiney Today

ESPN, Omaha Productions, Chiney Ogwumike 24 Episodes Sep 4, 2026

Chiney Today is a twice-weekly podcast hosted by two-time WNBA All-Star and ESPN basketball analyst Chiney Ogwumike, delivering smart analysis and spirited insight at the intersection of hoops and culture. As one of the few national voices covering both men’s and women’s basketball at the highest level, Chiney bridges every corner of the game connecting leagues, storylines, and the moments that shape how fans experience basketball today. From the biggest headlines to the deeper cultural currents driving the sport, Chiney Today informs, entertains, challenges, and celebrates the game as it continues to evolve on and off the court.

Episodes

The WNBA Playoff Race Is Wide Open: Breaking Down Every Potential First-Round Matchup | Chiney Today
The WNBA Playoff Race Is Wide Open: Breaking Down Every Potential First-Round Matchup | Chiney Today Sep 4, 2026 1777 The WNBA playoffs are almost here, and this year’s race is more wide open than ever. Chiney Ogwumike and ESPN Senior Researcher Jason Joseph break down the new WNBA playoff format, the tight standings, and the potential first-round matchups that could define the postseason. From the Minnesota Lynx holding onto the top spot to the Las Vegas Aces chasing another championship run, the field is packe
August Was WILD in The W: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Chelsea Gray & More | Chiney Today
August Was WILD in The W: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Chelsea Gray & More | Chiney Today Sep 1, 2026 2310 The WNBA may be on FIBA World Cup break, but Chiney Today is hitting rewind on everything August gave us. Chiney Ogwumike breaks down the biggest moments from a wild month in the W, including Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell taking the Indiana Fever to another level, Chelsea Gray’s double buzzer-beaters in the same game, and Angel Reese’s record-setting run on the glass. Plus, Chiney looks at t
Team USA’s New Era: Who Can Stop Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Company | Chiney Today
Team USA’s New Era: Who Can Stop Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Company | Chiney Today Aug 28, 2026 1939 A new era of Team USA basketball has arrived. Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese and Aliyah Boston join A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier and a loaded American roster at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin. Can this new generation help Team USA capture its fifth consecutive World Cup championship—or could France finally end nearly two decades of American domi
WNBA Power Rankings: Aces, Fever… Who Can Catch the Minnesota Lynx? | Chiney Today
WNBA Power Rankings: Aces, Fever… Who Can Catch the Minnesota Lynx? | Chiney Today Aug 25, 2026 2415 The WNBA playoffs are around the corner, and the contenders are separating themselves, so it’s time for Chiney to update her power rankings before international play begins. Chiney Ogwumike and Senior ESPN Researcher Jason Joseph explain why Napheesa Collier, Olivia Miles and the Minnesota Lynx remain the team to beat. They move A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces into the No. 2 spot and debate wh
Big Sis Retires! Chiney Celebrates Nneka’s Legendary WNBA Career | Chiney Today
Big Sis Retires! Chiney Celebrates Nneka’s Legendary WNBA Career | Chiney Today Aug 21, 2026 1979 Chiney Ogwumike celebrates her big sister Nneka after the WNBA champion, MVP, and 11-time All-Star announced she will retire at the end of the season. Chiney shares when Nneka made her decision, what the final season has meant to their family, and why her impact on women’s basketball extends far beyond the court. Plus, Chiney and Brandon discuss Azzi Fudd’s season-ending knee procedure, Kelsey Mi
Who Gets a Ring? Breaking Down the WNBA Championship Race | Chiney Today
Who Gets a Ring? Breaking Down the WNBA Championship Race | Chiney Today Aug 18, 2026 1790 Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever have built the most explosive offense in WNBA history. A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are chasing another championship. Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx have been the league’s most consistent team. So, who is actually built to win it all? Chiney breaks down what needs to happen for the Lynx, Valkyries, Aces, Fever, Dream, and Liberty to make a champ
Lakers Sold for $12.5B, Russell Westbrook Retires, NBA Christmas Schedule with Ramona Shelburne
Lakers Sold for $12.5B, Russell Westbrook Retires, NBA Christmas Schedule with Ramona Shelburne Aug 14, 2026 1961 Basketball history is happening in Hollywood. Ramona Shelburne joins Chiney to reveal how Josh Kushner and Bob Iger’s group agreed to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers at a record $12.5 billion valuation—and how the stunning deal came together in just three days. Then, Chiney and Ramona celebrate Russell Westbrook’s unforgettable 18-season career, the heart and intensity that made him your favorite
Darryn Peterson on Rookie of the Year, Utah’s Future + Marc J. Spears on Why He’ll Be Special | Chiney Today
Darryn Peterson on Rookie of the Year, Utah’s Future + Marc J. Spears on Why He’ll Be Special | Chiney Today Aug 11, 2026 2288 Darryn Peterson joins Chiney Ogwumike to talk about his few weeks as a pro, his impressive Summer League run, and the expectations surrounding a young Utah Jazz team ready to take the next step in the NBA. Peterson opens up about his Rookie of the Year goals, developing as a playmaker, facing the physicality of the NBA, playing alongside Utah’s young core, and why LeBron James and Devin Booker ar
Jabari Smith Jr. on Kevin Durant, Ime Udoka and Houston’s Next Step + Inside the Rockets Young Core | Chiney Today
Jabari Smith Jr. on Kevin Durant, Ime Udoka and Houston’s Next Step + Inside the Rockets Young Core | Chiney Today Aug 7, 2026 1823 Jabari Smith Jr. joins Chiney Ogwumike to talk about what’s next for the Houston Rockets, what he’s learned from playing alongside Kevin Durant, and why he believes there’s still another level to his game. Jabari explains what makes KD’s work ethic different, why Fred VanVleet’s leadership is so important to Houston, what it’s really like playing for Ime Udoka, and why improving his ball handling
VJ Edgecombe on LeBron, Philly’s New Superteam & Being Ready for the Pressure | Chiney Today
VJ Edgecombe on LeBron, Philly’s New Superteam & Being Ready for the Pressure | Chiney Today Aug 4, 2026 2377 VJ Edgecombe joins Chiney Ogwumike to reflect on his breakout rookie season, his development alongside Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, and the pressure surrounding Philadelphia’s star-studded new roster. VJ shares how he learned LeBron James was joining the 76ers, what he hopes to absorb from LeBron and Jaylen Brown, and why gratitude, family and his Bahamian roots keep him grounded. Then, Ramona
BONUS: Sonia Citron Full Interview — Kiki Iriafen, Notre Dame, West African Roots & More
BONUS: Sonia Citron Full Interview — Kiki Iriafen, Notre Dame, West African Roots & More Aug 3, 2026 1626 A special bonus edition of Chiney Today featuring Chiney Ogwumike’s full conversation with Sonia Citron. Sonia breaks down her unforgettable game-winner, her bond with Kiki Iriafen, the culture of the Washington Mystics, and her evolution beyond being just a shooter. She also reflects on Notre Dame, All-Star Weekend, training with her boyfriend Marist Liufau, and how her West African and Cape Ve
Sonia Citron on Her Game-Winner, All-Star Rise & the Mystics’ Fearless Mentality | Chiney Today
Sonia Citron on Her Game-Winner, All-Star Rise & the Mystics’ Fearless Mentality | Chiney Today Jul 31, 2026 1797 Washington Mystics guard and two-time WNBA All-Star Sonia Citron joins Chiney Ogwumike (14:36) to break down the wild game-winner she thought had slipped away, the split-second decision behind her turnaround jumper, and what went through her mind before the celebration could begin. Sonia also opens up about her second All-Star experience, working with her best friend as her stylist, surviving the

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