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.
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Nov 13, 2026 · 39:27
The JuJu Watkins SWEEPSTAKES are heating up! The 2027 WNBA Draft Lottery is almost here, and the Houston Comets and Toronto Tempo are tied with the best odds to land the No. 1…
Nov 10, 2026 · 41:56
Women's college basketball is already bringing the CHAOS! Michigan shocks UConn, LSU is running up the scoreboard, historically, and South Carolina is reminding everyone why…
Nov 6, 2026 · 48:48
The 2026 WNBA season gave us everything we wanted! From Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell making history to A'ja Wilson building out her trophy wing, the WNBA's 30th anniversary…
Nov 3, 2026 · 40:38
JUJU WATKINS IS BACK! 🔥🏀 After 588 days away from the court, JuJu makes her emotional return to USC, dropping 21 points and reminding everyone why she's one of the biggest…
Nov 1, 2026 · 30:29
THE VALKYRIES ARE WNBA CHAMPIONS! In just their second season, the Golden State Valkyries made WNBA history by defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a winner-take-all Game 7.…
Oct 30, 2026 · 38:44
The stage is set for a HISTORIC Game 7! The Atlanta Dream delivered a statement 80-69 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 6, forcing the first-ever Game 7 in WNBA…
Oct 27, 2026 · 38:00
DAME TIME IS BACK! 9x NBA All-Star Damian Lillard sits down with Chiney Ogwumike for an exclusive conversation about his return to Portland, his road to recovery, and the iconic…
Oct 27, 2026 · 37:44
The Golden State Valkyries are officially one win away from making history and winning a WNBA Championship! After defeating the Atlanta Dream 64-55 in Game 5 of the Finals, with…
Oct 25, 2026 · 31:34
The WNBA Finals are TIED 2-2, and WE GOT A SERIES! 🔥🏆 The Golden State Valkyries bounced back with a gritty 67-62 win over the Atlanta Dream in Game 4, stealing the momentum…
Oct 22, 2026 · 38:06
Angel Reese is taking over the WNBA Finals! 🔥🏆 The Atlanta Dream have taken a 2-1 series lead over the Golden State Valkyries following a dominant 97-71 Game 3 victory, and…
Oct 20, 2026 · 46:08
Angel Reese took over Game 2 of the WNBA Finals! After dropping 30 points and grabbing 16 rebounds, Angel Reese led the Atlanta Dream to a 79-65 win over the Golden State…
Oct 18, 2026 · 33:29
Gabby Williams showed up when it mattered most! The Golden State Valkyries strike first in the WNBA Finals, defeating Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream at home 68-64 in a…
Oct 15, 2026 · 47:32
The stage is set for the 2026 WNBA Finals! 🏆 For the first time in franchise history, either the Atlanta Dream or Golden State Valkyries will be crowned WNBA champions. But who…
Oct 10, 2026 · 34:39
BRING OUT THE BROOMS! 🧹🏀 The WNBA Finals are SET, and the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries are heading to the Finals after two stunning semifinal sweeps! On this…
Oct 8, 2026 · 31:17
The New York Liberty had a timeout remaining... so why didn't they use it?! 😳 After a controversial overtime finish to Game 2 against the Atlanta Dream, Breanna Stewart and the…
Oct 5, 2026 · 36:16
The WNBA semifinals are here, and Game 1 delivered! Chiney Ogwumike and Ashanti Plummer break down the Atlanta Dream’s statement win over the New York Liberty, including Angel…
Oct 2, 2026 · 46:04
Chiney Ogwumike and JayDee Dyer break down an epic winner-take-all Game 3 between the Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever, including A’ja Wilson’s dominant 36-point, 10-rebound…
Sep 30, 2026 · 21:39
The WNBA Playoffs are delivering! Chiney Ogwumike and ESPN Senior Researcher Jason Joseph break down a historic night across the league as the New York Liberty sweep the No. 1…
Sep 29, 2026 · 49:07
The WNBA Playoffs are here, and Day 1 delivered nothing but dominance! Chiney Ogwumike and Ashanti Plummer break down a historic opening day that saw all four Playoff games in…
Sep 26, 2026 · 50:14
Chiney Ogwumike celebrates her sister Nneka Ogwumike as one of the most accomplished and influential players in WNBA history as she plays her final game with the LA Sparks. In…
Sep 22, 2026 · 38:32
It’s awards time in the WNBA and some of the biggest races are still wide open. 🏆 Chiney Ogwumike is joined by The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant to break down who deserves the…
Sep 18, 2026 · 32:38
Lisa Leslie joins Chiney Ogwumike for a special conversation ahead of becoming the first WNBA player to receive a statue at Star Plaza outside Crypto.com Arena. Lisa opens up…
Sep 14, 2026 · 33:24
Team USA is golden again. 🥇🇺🇸 Chiney Ogwumike breaks down Team USA’s 97-79 win over France in the 2026 FIBA World Cup Final, extending its streak to 36 straight World Cup wins…
Sep 11, 2026 · 28:01
Team USA is headed to the FIBA World Cup semifinals after its most dominant performance of the tournament, a 108–56 win over Hungary! In today’s episode of Chiney Today, Chiney…
Sep 9, 2026 · 39:31
Team USA is undefeated through the group stage of the 2026 FIBA World Cup… but they’re no longer ranked No. 1! 👀 In today’s episode, Chiney Ogwumike breaks down her biggest…
Sep 4, 2026 · 29:37
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…
Sep 1, 2026 · 38:30
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…
Aug 28, 2026 · 32:19
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…
Aug 25, 2026 · 40:15
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.…
Aug 21, 2026 · 32:59
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…
Aug 18, 2026 · 29:50
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…
Aug 14, 2026 · 32:41
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…
Aug 11, 2026 · 38:08
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…
Aug 7, 2026 · 30:23
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…
Aug 4, 2026 · 39:37
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…
Aug 3, 2026 · 27:06
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…
Jul 31, 2026 · 29:57
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…
Jul 28, 2026 · 38:29
Chiney is back from WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago and breaking down the biggest highlights, lowlights and history-making moments from the celebration. ESPN’s Alexa Philippou…
Jul 26, 2026 · 18:02
Chiney Ogwumike is live from Chicago with Andraya Carter for a joyful recap of WNBA All-Star Weekend. They break down Jonquel Jones’ MVP performance, Dominique Malonga’s…
Jul 25, 2026 · 14:49
On this emergency episode of Chiney Today, LeBron James is officially signed after 24 days of being a free agent. The King will be joining Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen…
Jul 24, 2026 · 21:01
Chiney Ogwumike is live from WNBA Live in Chicago to get you ready for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend. Chiney breaks down the Shooting Stars field, makes her picks for the…
Jul 22, 2026 · 35:28
The Minnesota Lynx are back on top, the Indiana Fever are heating up, and the New York Liberty are headed in the wrong direction. Chiney Ogwumike reveals her latest WNBA Power…
Jul 17, 2026 · 32:44
Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers headline the 2026 WNBA All-Star rosters, but which side actually has the better team? Chiney Ogwumike is joined by JayDee Dyer to break down Team…
Jul 14, 2026 · 37:39
The WNBA has reached the midway point, which means it’s time to hand out some hardware. Chiney Ogwumike is joined by ESPN Senior Researcher Jason Joseph to reveal their 2026 WNBA…
Jul 10, 2026 · 27:55
AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson gave NBA fans an early look at what could become one of the league’s next great rivalries. Chiney Ogwumike and Hall of Fame journalist Marc J.…
Jul 8, 2026 · 35:58
The 2026 WNBA All-Star roster is officially set — and Chiney Today is breaking down the full reserves list. Chiney Ogwumike is joined by ESPN Senior Researcher Jason Joseph to…
Jul 3, 2026 · 47:06
Chiney Today is back — and Chiney is calling an old friend. After Chiney’s A’ja Wilson and Tom Brady comparison sparked a major reaction online, Mike Golic Jr. joins the show for…
Jul 1, 2026 · 24:53
LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, and Chiney Ogwumike is joined by ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne to react to the end of one of the most defining eras in NBA history.…
Jun 26, 2026 · 51:19
On this episode of Chiney Today, Chiney Ogwumike checks the temperature across the WNBA with a summer Heat Check: which teams are full blaze, which teams are heating up, and…
Jun 24, 2026 · 51:34
Chiney Ogwumike and Ramona Shelburne react to a wild NBA Draft night headlined by A.J. Dybantsa going No. 1 overall to the Washington Wizards and Giannis Antetokounmpo being…
Jun 22, 2026 · 19:22
Nneka Ogwumike called game — and Chiney is still processing it! On the 30th anniversary celebration of the WNBA’s first-ever game, the Los Angeles Sparks and New York Liberty…
Jun 19, 2026 · 33:47
Chiney Ogwumike is Commissioner for the day on Chiney Today as ESPN NBA Draft Analyst Jeremy Woo joins the show for a full 2026 NBA Mock Draft. Jeremy makes a surprising call at…
Jun 14, 2026 · 29:36
For the first time since 1973, the New York Knicks are NBA Champions. What an incredible run by this team as in a crucial close out game Jalen Brunson dropped 45 points to make…
Jun 11, 2026 · 32:35
WHAT JUST HAPPENED?! The Knicks somehow erased a 29-point deficit to complete the LARGEST comeback in NBA Finals history after OG Anunoby’s last second tipped shot. Ramona…
Jun 9, 2026 · 33:03
The Spurs stormed Madison Square Garden and stole Game 3 115-111 as the Knicks 13-game playoff winning streak was snapped. Victor Wembanyama matched Jalen Brunson’s intensity…
Jun 4, 2026 · 23:27
Game 1 of the NBA Finals is in the books, and the New York Knicks made a statement. Live from San Antonio, Chiney Ogwumike is joined by Ramona Shelburne to break down the Knicks’…
Jun 2, 2026 · 53:00
The NBA Finals are set, and it’s the New York Knicks vs. the San Antonio Spurs. On this episode of Chiney Today, Chiney is joined by Ramona Shelburne and Vincent Goodwill to…
May 29, 2026 · 51:53
The WNBA rookie class is already making noise. On this episode of Chiney Today, Chiney breaks down the rookies shining across the league, from Azzi Fudd’s breakout game to Olivia…
May 22, 2026 · 43:50
Chiney Ogwumike is answering everything in the first-ever Q & Ney edition of Chiney Today. Coming to you from Kigali, Rwanda, Chiney breaks down where she is today, what it means…
May 19, 2026 · 28:00
The NBA Conference Finals are set, and Chiney is buying what the New York Knicks are selling! On today's episode, Chiney breaks down why the Knicks look like the hottest team in…
May 15, 2026 · 25:49
The Houston Comets are officially back, and Chiney Ogwumike is home in Houston to react to one of the biggest moments in WNBA history. Fresh off hosting the press conference at…
May 12, 2026 · 45:16
The WNBA is BACK and opening weekend delivered immediately. Chiney Ogwumike reacts to the electric start to the season, including Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever’s thrilling…
May 8, 2026 · 46:43
The WNBA season is finally here — and Chiney Ogwumike is breaking it all down. Chiney and Jacki Gemelos react to the latest WNBA GM Survey, debate Paige Bueckers vs. Caitlin…
May 5, 2026 · 40:18
The first round of the NBA Playoffs is wrapped, and … it's giving chaos. Game 7 drama. Blown series leads. Stars stepping up—and others falling short. On this episode of Chiney…
May 1, 2026 · 37:15
On this episode of Chiney Today, we break down Sportico’s 2026 WNBA team valuations and what they really say about the future of women’s basketball. Is this just the “Caitlin…
Apr 28, 2026 · 44:20
On today’s episode of Chiney Today, Chiney is joined by ESPN NBA insider Ramona Shelburne to break down one of the most drama-filled weekends in basketball. What was popping in…
Apr 24, 2026 · 39:42
The WNBA offseason has completely changed the league—and Chiney Ogwumike is breaking it all down. From blockbuster trades to major signings, Chiney grades every WNBA team’s…
Apr 21, 2026 · 50:47
The NBA Playoffs are underway, and the underdogs are making noise. Chiney breaks down every key series, including why the Orlando Magic could surprise the Detroit Pistons, how…
Apr 17, 2026 · 27:47
The NBA playoffs are here—and it’s time to hand out some hardware 🏆 On this episode of Chiney Today, Chiney Ogwumike is joined by ESPN researcher Jason Joseph to break down…
Apr 14, 2026 · 29:02
Chiney Ogwumike is LIVE from New York with instant reactions to the 2026 WNBA Draft. From the moment Azzi Fudd goes No. 1 overall to the biggest surprises, fits, and storylines…
Apr 10, 2026 · 37:26
Chiney Ogwumike breaks down one of the most unpredictable WNBA Drafts in recent memory—with no clear No. 1 pick and multiple elite prospects making a case. Should the Dallas…
Apr 6, 2026 · 38:35
UCLA, your 2026 National Champions. Chiney Ogwumike breaks down the Bruins’ title run, led by Lauren Betts and a senior class that delivered on the biggest stage. From their…
Apr 2, 2026 · 22:21
This is a special bonus episode of Chiney Today, featuring an exclusive one-on-one interview with Texas standout Madison Booker. Chiney Ogwumike sits down with the three-time…
Mar 31, 2026 · 53:50
The Final Four is set — and Chiney is breaking it ALL down. From the biggest stars of March Madness to the moments that defined the Elite Eight, Chiney Ogwumike highlights the…
Mar 27, 2026 · 1:01:34
UConn, LSU, and Texas headline the Sweet 16 as the road to the Final Four heats up. Chiney Ogwumike breaks down the biggest matchups, plus the Cade Cunningham controversy shaking…
Mar 24, 2026 · 50:28
Chiney is breaking down the stars and moments that defined Women’s March Madness as the Sweet 16 is officially set. Maddie Booker put on a show with 40 points to lead Texas,…
Mar 20, 2026 · 48:55
The WNBA just took a massive step forward — and we’re breaking it down with the people who made it happen. In this special edition of Chiney Today, Chiney Ogwumike is joined by…
Mar 17, 2026 · 59:04
On the debut episode of Chiney Today, Chiney Ogwumike breaks down everything happening across the world of hoops—and beyond. Chiney & Co. start in the “group chat” with a look at…
Mar 11, 2026 · 0:59
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…
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