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NBA News / EssentiallySports / May 10
Doris Burke Faces Heat for Comments on Unbiased Officiating During Lakers-OKC Game 3
Doris Burke has the legacy of being the first woman to analyze a Finals broadcast in America’s four major leagues. But it seems this does not matter to the fans, as ESPN’s veteran broadcasters take against Shai-Gilgeous Alexander, Bam Adebayo has gotten into some trouble online.
Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / March 12
Doris Burke makes an 'uncomfortable' admission about Bam Adebayo's 83-point game
Doris Burke has chimed in on Bam Adebayo’s suddenly polarizing 83-point masterpiece. What was supposed to be universally celebrated has instead ignited heated conversations about its merits.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 8
Marcus Smart Crashes Into Doris Burke’s Desk as Courtside Celeb Breaks Finger in Knicks–Lakers Chaos
Stardom isn’t limited to the court when the Los Angeles Lakers meet the New York Knicks. This was yet again visible with plenty of familiar faces sitting courtside inside the Crypto.com Arena.
Doris Burke Calls Out SGA-Ant Double Standard; Shaq Rips Gobert Again
Two NBA broadcasters. Two opinions. One supporting the Timberwolves. One insult. Sunday was certainly a good day for hot takes and irrational reactions during Minnesota's impressive road victory over the Denver Nuggets.
Veteran NBA announcer Doris Burke questions referees for inconsistency with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
A longtime NBA broadcaster has once again spotlighted the league’s officiating standards during a national telecast. Doris Burke questioned how referees handle contact involving Shai Gilgeous-Alexander while analyzing a game between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / The SportsRush / March 2
Doris Burke Calls Out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander After Anthony Edwards Is Charged With Questionable Foul
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s name almost always comes up in conversations surrounding questionable calls handed out by referees in the NBA, with the reigning MVP being accused of foul-baiting on several occasions.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Total Pro Sports / March 2
Doris Burke Calls Out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Whistle After Anthony Edwards’ Controversial Call
It wasn’t even a game that involved the Oklahoma City Thunder, but their superstar, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, got hit with a negative remark from long-time basketball commentator Doris Burke.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 28
Calls Mount on ESPN’s Doris Burke for 'Insufferable' Commentary During Thunder-Nuggets
In the setup for what could be a postseason clash for Western Conference supremacy, the clash between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Denver Nuggets at Paycom Center took a scary turn.
Golden State Warriors News / Total Pro Sports / February 13
Draymond Green Goes Brutal on Doris Burke Over Alleged Biased Game Calls
Draymond Green, the outspoken forward for the Golden State Warriors, never hesitates to call out others in the league, whether on the court or through social media.
Golden State Warriors News / The SportsRush / February 13
Draymond Green Slams Doris Burke Over Biased Reporting, Using Broadcasts to 'Take Shots' at Him
Golden State Warriors’ loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday would sting heavily, considering they were 16 points up in the third quarter. But their effort cannot be undermined either, with Draymond Green in particular, doing his absolute level best to contain Victor Wembanyama in the game.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 25, 2025
ESPN president addresses why Doris Burke lost top spot
ESPN gave Doris Burke a new contract last month. They also gave her a demotion. On the very day the network announced she’d signed a multi-year deal to stay on and keep calling NBA games, it revealed she was being moved out of the top booth.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 29, 2025
Tim Legler Replacing Doris Burke On ESPN’s Top NBA Broadcast Team
This season kicks off the first under a new media deal for the NBA that sees NBC, Peacock and Amazon Prime joining ESPN and ABC to broadcast games. Under this new deal, there will be national NBA games happening every night of the week, which means these networks will need a lot of broadcasters and analysts to call these contests.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / August 28, 2025
Doris Burke Not Leaving ESPN After Being Demoted
The basketball world received mixed news this week as ESPN announced significant changes to its NBA broadcast lineup. While Hall of Fame broadcaster Doris
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28, 2025
Doris Burke has been demoted by ESPN
Doris Burke has been demoted after two seasons as an analyst on ESPN’s top NBA broadcast team. ABC/ESPN has decided to remove Burke from its NBA Finals and No.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 22, 2025
ESPN's Mike Breen Breaks Silence on Doris Burke Reports
Mike Breen, Doris Burke and Richard Jefferson will be on the call for ESPN when the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder take the court for Game 7 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night.
ESPN Announcer Responds To Doris Burke Rumors
Before the 2025 NBA Finals even started, ESPN announcer Doris Burke found herself at the center of some unpleasant rumors. Burke has been covering the NBA for several years.
NBA Finals Coach Reveals If ESPN Should Fire Doris Burke
ESPN's Doris Burke hasn't been the most popular reporter among fans in the NBA playoffs this year and many may get their wish of this being the last time she covers the NBA Finals. But one NBA Finals coach isn't looking forward to the notion of Burke being ousted after this season.
Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker / June 5, 2025
Pacers HC vouches for embattled ESPN broadcaster before NBA Finals
Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has a lot on his mind going into his NBA Finals matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He still made time to stick up for ESPN's Doris Burke.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / June 5, 2025
Doris Burke’s ESPN future uncertain amid major broadcast changes
Mike Breen, Richard Jefferson, and Doris Burke are set to call the NBA Finals for ESPN. According to the latest news, this may be Burke’s last time. ESPN is considering a broadcast shakeup for their NBA coverage.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 5, 2025
Doris Burke issues response to her critics
Doris Burke doesn’t seem to be especially bothered by the strong negative opinions that many viewers have of her. The longtime ESPN analyst Burke appeared
ESPN Replacement For Doris Burke Has Emerged
There's a very real chance ESPN will replace Doris Burke this offseason. Burke is currently the lead analyst for ESPN's coverage of the NBA. In 2024, she became the first woman to serve as a TV analyst for an American men's championship.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 6, 2024
Doris Burke discusses being the first woman analyst for a men's pro title game
On Thursday, Doris Burke of ESPN/ABC will call Game 1 of the NBA Finals, becoming the first woman to be the head television analyst for a men's professional championship game.
Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / January 29, 2024
JJ Redick could join top ESPN play-by-play team after All-Star break
ESPN could have its replacement for Doc Rivers in-house after all.
Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / January 24, 2024
Report reveals ESPN's plans after Doc Rivers' departure
Now that Doc Rivers is returning to an NBA sideline with the Milwaukee Bucks, there appears to be a void left in ESPN/ABC's splashy reboot of its "A" play-by-play team that's helmed by Hall of Fame play-by-play announcer Mike Breen.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 31, 2023
ESPN reportedly shaking up top NBA broadcast team
Weeks after Jeff Van Gundy was let go in ESPN's layoffs, the network is reportedly reshuffling its top NBA play-by-play team with a promotion and a hiring.
The best NBA announcers and analysts of all time
Trying to narrow down our top 25 NBA play-by-play announcers and color commentators was not easy, and we're sure some notables are missing. But we think we've compiled an overall sound list of NBA voices that are highly entertaining.
Best college basketball play-by-play announcers and analysts of all time
Trying to nail down the best college basketball play-by-play announcers, analysts and color commenters can be extremely daunting, but also subjective in may cases. Well, we gave it a shot anyway.
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