Chiney Today

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 of the night, Chiney breaks it all down in real time—right from the floor of the draft. Joined by her big sister, former WNBA MVP and Champion Nneka Ogwumike, to break down each pick, plus special guest comedian Sarah Tiana...

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 Wings take a shooter like Azzi Fudd, a playmaker like Olivia Miles, or build for the future with a rising frontcourt star? Chiney dives deep into each option and what it means for the franchise moving forward. Plus, rising art...

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 dominant win over South Carolina to the mindset that defined their season, this episode unpacks how UCLA finished the job in historic fashion. Plus, in the Group Chat, Chiney addresses Brandon and DeVaughn’s questions about th...

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 All-American to discuss her rise, her approach to the game, and the mindset that’s made her one of the most effective players in college basketball. From Kevin Durant’s influence to her signature midrange and her role in buil...

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 players who showed up when it mattered most — including: UConn’s Sarah Strong UCLA’s Lauren Betts South Carolina’s Joyce Edwards Texas standout Madison Booker Then, Chiney calls her friend and super agent, Allison Galer, to...

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 up the NBA awards race. From UConn’s dominance to LSU’s March Madness edge, Chiney dives into the biggest matchups, storylines, and players to watch across the tournament. In this episode: Can anyone stop UConn? LSU vs. D...

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, while Azzi Fudd dropped 34 in another UConn blowout as the tournament delivers unforgettable moments through two full rounds of hoops. Chiney Ogwumike takes you through the top performers, biggest moments, honorable mentions,...

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 WNBPA President, 10x All-Star Nneka, and HER BIG SISTER(!) Ogwumike, along with WNBPA Executive Director Terri Carmichael Jackson, for an inside look at the league’s historic new Collective Bargaining Agreement. We’re going...

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 the future of Team USA Basketball, as stars like Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese dominate the international stage and spark conversations about the 2028 Olympic roster. Then it’s time for The Breakdown, whe...

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 sh...