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ESPN Will 'Consider' Drastic NBA Announcers Change
As ESPN's NBA broadcast team continues to come under fire, the network is reportedly eyeing drastic changes when it comes to its top announcers as well.
Indiana Pacers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 9
Richard Jefferson casually roasts Kendrick Perkins with Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton quip
The Indiana Pacers just didn’t bring enough to the table in Game 2 after suffering a 123-107 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Point guard Tyrese Haliburton struggled a bit as well, as he only scored five points going into the fourth quarter of the contest.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 7
Richard Jefferson has strong public show of support for Doris Burke
Richard Jefferson is making sure to show solidarity with his partner in the broadcast booth. The retired former NBA forward Jefferson (who is now an analyst for ESPN) made a public appearance over the weekend at the Women’s College World Series game between Texas and Texas Tech.
The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz
An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 6
Richard Jefferson claims Thunder were ‘lost and fatigued’ late in Game 1
After the Oklahoma City Thunder let a 15-point fourth-quarter lead slip away in a 111-110 loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, former NBA forward and ESPN analyst Richard Jefferson offered his take on the collapse, reflecting on what he saw courtside as part of the Game 1 commentary crew.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5
Richard Jefferson drops Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander over Stephen Curry take
MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder are at the center of the NBA world’s attention, which has ESPN analyst Richard Jefferson realigning his hierarchy regarding Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 5
Finals Could Mark End Of Run For ESPN Trio Of Mike Breen, Richard Jefferson, Doris Burke
ESPN and ABC may enter next season with yet another new top broadcasting trio for NBA games, according to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic. That would mean no more play-by-play man Tim Breen paired with analysts Richard Jefferson and Doris Burke.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4
Doris Burke’s ESPN role next to Mike Breen, Richard Jefferson in question
There is a chance that the 2025 NBA Finals is the only time ESPN utilizes Doris Burke, Mike Breen, and Richard Jefferson together as the commentating trio.
NBA News / Bleacher Report / May 26
Washington Wizards News / The SportsRush / May 26
Richard Jefferson Laughs At 40 Year Old Michael Jordan ‘Cooking’ Him And His Finals Bound Nets
Michael Jordan’s time with the Washington Wizards is often viewed as the epilogue to his legendary career. And although the final stretch didn’t yield championships, it did offer flashes of his greatness.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 25
Ex-NBA Champion Recalls How 40-Year-Old Michael Jordan Torched His Team Single-Handedly
Former NBA champion Richard Jefferson recently recalled a game during his rookie season with the New Jersey Nets when Michael Jordan torched the team for 45 points by himself.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 23
Richard Jefferson Reveals Punches Were Thrown During A Cavs Practice During Second LeBron James Era
On the latest episode of Road Trippin‘, Richard Jefferson revealed that punches were thrown during a Cleveland Cavaliers practice during the second LeBron James era. After playing for the Miami Heat from 2010-11 to 2013-14, James signed with the Cavaliers in the summer of 2014.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / May 23
Former NBA Champion Defends SGA’s Free Throw Attempts
Richard Jefferson spent 17 years in the NBA playing for eight different teams. He won a title with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016, coming back from a 3-1 deficit.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / May 23
Richard Jefferson gives verdict on whether Alex Caruso could guard Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal
Richard Jefferson spoke honestly about the OKC Thunder’s defensive wiz Alex Caruso guarding Shaquille O’Neal. Alex Caruso has made a name for himself as one of the elite defenders in the NBA.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 22
Richard Jefferson reveals Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ‘crazy’ foul-baiting mic drop
The foul-baiting with Oklahoma City Thunder MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a major topic of discussion. However, Richard Jefferson had some interesting words about the MVP.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cavaliers Nation / May 22
Report: There were ‘punches thrown’ during LeBron’s 2nd Cavs stint as he scrimmaged with 2nd unit vs. other starters 
According to former Cleveland Cavaliers small forward Richard Jefferson, franchise icon LeBron James used to play alongside the team’s second unit in scrimmages against the squad’s other starters.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / May 20
Richard Jefferson Slams Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, De’Andre Hunter For Missing Cavs-Pacers Game 2
The Indiana Pacers beat the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round of this year’s playoffs in five games. The Cavaliers went 0-3 at home in the series despite being the top seed in the East. Unless you have been living under a rock, you know that Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and De’Andre Hunter didn’t play in Game 2.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19
Richard Jefferson claims NBA likes ‘rigged’ conspiracy theories
Since the Dallas Mavericks landed the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft despite having just a 1.8% chance to do so entering the lottery, NBA fans have claimed that the league is rigged.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA Analysis Network / May 18
Richard Jefferson issues bold statement why the NBA benefits from Dallas Mavericks NBA Draft Lottery win
The 2025 NBA Draft Lottery garnered so much attention when the Dallas Mavericks won the #1 overall pick. The Dallas Mavericks won the NBA Draft Lottery for 2025.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 17
Richard Jefferson has bold take about draft lottery conspiracy theories
The Dallas Mavericks’ win in the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery sparked another wave of conspiracy theories suggesting that the league rigs the draw to benefit certain teams.
Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 15
‘Those aren’t championship players’… Richard Jefferson calls out Denver Nuggets stars after latest actions
In the wake of their ongoing fight for postseason survival, the Denver Nuggets suddenly find themselves becoming a hot topic of discussion. Not for the first time, Russell Westbrook is at the center of attention.
Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13
Richard Jefferson takes public shot at Bill Simmons over ESPN criticism
A current ESPN employee is feuding with a former one this week. Bill Simmons of The Ringer issued a criticism over the weekend about ESPN, particularly regarding their coverage of the Boston Celtics-New York Knicks second-round NBA playoff series.
Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / May 11
Bill Simmons Called Out by ESPN's Richard Jefferson on Sunday After Payton Pritchard Comments
The Boston Celtics took Game 3 of their 2025 NBA Playoffs second round series against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Saturday as Payton Pritchard, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Derrick White starred for Boston.
New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / November 27
Richard Jefferson made rough mistake while talking about Knicks-Mavs game
Richard Jefferson’s profile is quickly rising at ESPN, but even he is not immune to the occasional howler. The retired ex-NBA forward was speaking Tuesday on ESPN’s “NBA Countdown” ahead of the network’s broadcast of the New York Knicks-Dallas Mavericks game.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / January 21, 2024
Former NBA champion blasts Celtics stars for shot selection
The Boston Celtics are an offensive machine, but a refusal to work for points in the paint has caused one former NBA champion to call foul.
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 14, 2023
Richard Jefferson claps back at Paul Pierce following podcast roast
Paul Pierce said Richard Jefferson was "sweet" and "easy" to score on. But Jefferson brought the receipts. On "The Ticket & The Truth" podcast, co-host Kevin Garnett asked Pierce how he approached various defenders, including former Nets rival Jefferson.
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