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, where Chiney dives into the Women’s NCAA Tournament bracket after hosting ESPN’s Selection Sunday show—sharing her biggest takeaways from each region, why UConn looks dominant, Dawn Staley’s South Carolina stays hungry, and which region has the most madness.
Plus, as an official NBA MVP voter, Chiney reveals her top five contenders in the MVP race—led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic—and who would get her vote if the season ended today.
Finally, in Hot Headlines, Chiney reacts to a huge Oscars night for Sinners and standout red carpet moments, before closing with a special “Joy” segment featuring voice notes from Tracy McGrady, plus a question from Peyton Manning about Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever this season.
Welcome to Chiney Today—where we go beyond the score so you can learn more.
-0:00 Intro
-5:26 Where is Chiney Today?
-9:24 Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese Team USA debut!
-11:45 Which young players could actually make the Olympics roster?
-15:05 Breaking down the Women’s NCAA Tourney
-17:31 Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong facing Mikayla Blakes would be box office
-20:30 UCLA is in the region of death!
-23:10 Texas’ region has some serious drama worth watching
-25:29 Dawn Staley and South Carolina will have something to prove
-28:45 Making NCAA March Madness Tournament brackets are TOUGH
-29:55 The NBA’s MVP Race between Shai, Jokic, and so many more
-36:00 How Chiney became a voter for the MVP
-36:45 Hot Headlines: Sinners, The Oscars, red carpet looks, and more
-49:06 Chiney gets surprised!
-54:48 Goodbye
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