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Do We Really Still Care About the Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel Saga?

The NFL reporter was making $800,000, according to a new feature story published Wednesday by the ‘New York Times.’

Sports Illustrated · Jun 24

Linda Cohn Is an ESPN Legend for Many Reasons

The ‘SportsCenter’ anchor is leaving the network after a 34-year run.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 23

Traina Thoughts Mailbag: NFL Broadcasting Questions, Knicks Fever and More

How should CBS fill a current opening and how should Prime Video fill an eventual opening?

Sports Illustrated · Jun 19

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Fox Seems to Be Upset About a Story Fox Leaked

Someone from the network apparently wanted ESPN to get called out for its lack of World Cup coverage, but a Fox spokesperson tried to downplay the story.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

The Knicks Announcer Was Planning To Change His Catchphrase Before OG Anunoby’s Tip-In

Sometimes even Bang! Bang! isn't enough.

Cinemablend · Jun 18

Mike Breen Admits That We Almost Got a Triple ‘BANG!’ in the NBA Finals

If Jalen Brunson’s three-pointer at the very end of Game 4 had gone in, the ABC play-by-play voice would’ve given us a historic call.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 17

`Inside the NBA' making the most of its 1st appearance in the finals

Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith are certainly enjoying anchoring pregame, halftime and postgame NBA Finals coverage for the first time

The Independent UK · Jun 12

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ESPN’s Coverage of the Knicks’ Historic Comeback Lived Up to the Moment

The game broadcast, postgame show and “SportsCenter” perfectly captured the insanity of New York’s surreal win.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 11

Spurs 115, Knicks 111: Four Takeaways From Victor Wembanyama’s Dominant NBA Finals Performance at MSG

The Spurs claw a game back to cut the Knicks’ series lead to 2–1 with Game 4 set for Wednesday at Madison Square Garden.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 8

Traina Thoughts Mailbag: Russell Wilson vs. Mike Tomlin, NBA Finals Schedule, More

Who will be the better studio show analyst: the former QB or the legendary head coach?

Sports Illustrated · Jun 5

Jalen Brunson Had Heated Moment With a Courtside Spurs Fan Right After Knicks’ Game 1 Win

The Knicks’ star had some words for a fan after Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 4

Knicks in the NBA Finals won't change Mike Breen's approach to his call on ABC

Mike Breen will call his 21st NBA Finals for ABC and ESPN beginning Wednesday night in San Antonio, but it's his first involving the New York Knicks

The Independent UK · Jun 2

Marv Albert on the Knicks’ Incredible Run to the Finals and Turning Down an NBC Offer

The longtime New York voice shared his thoughts on the NBA Finals, New York’s domination, Mike Breen and more.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 1

Mike Breen Reveals That Kevin Harlan Wanted to Switch Assignments Last Year

The former TNT voice wanted the longtime Knicks broadcaster to call the Eastern Conference finals, featuring New York, last season.

Sports Illustrated · May 29

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Sports Illustrated · May 26

How the Knicks’ Most Famous Fans Reacted to First NBA Finals Berth Since 1999

What a special night for Knicks fans.

International Business Times UK · May 24

'Travis Kelce's Girlfriend': ESPN Blasted for Refusing to Say Taylor Swift's Name During Knicks–Cavaliers Game

ESPN has faced criticism for not naming Taylor Swift during an NBA playoff broadcast, instead referring to her only as Travis Kelce's girlfriend and fiancée.

The Independent UK · May 24

Taylor Swift snubbed by commentators as she attends NBA game with Travis Kelce

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attended Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the New York Knicks , where they were featured on the ESPN on ABC broadcast. During the broadcast, commentators Mike Breen and Richard Jefferson referred to Swift as “ Travis Kelce…

Sports Illustrated · May 24

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Sat Courtside for Cavs-Knicks, But Didn’t Wear Their Playoff T-Shirts

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce sat courtside in Cleveland on Saturday night as the Cavaliers hosted the Knicks for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals.

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Sports Illustrated · May 20

Mike Breen on His Premature Bang During Cavs-Knicks Thriller

We asked ESPN’s lead NBA voice about the Sam Merrill three-pointer that wasn’t.

Sports Illustrated · May 20

Ranking the Five Best NBA Announcers: Where Do Mike Breen, Ian Eagle Stack Up

A look at the best NBA announcers who currently grace the microphone across the league’s broadcasts.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 13

Mike Breen Expresses Displeasure With NBA Playoffs TV Change

As part of the NBA’s new media deals, local broadcasters are completely shut out of postseason games.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 12

Dispelling Arguments Against the NFL Playing a Game on Thanksgiving Eve

There aren’t many valid reasons the league shouldn’t create the new broadcast window.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 29, 2025

ESPN Takes Yet ANOTHER Stab at Fixing a Mess of Its Own Creation

The network will go with a fourth different lead NBA broadcast team in the last two years.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 28, 2025

ESPN Makes Surprising Decision on Doris Burke's Role in NBA Finals Coverage

ESPN is making a big change to the NBA Finals broadcast team and Doris Burke is being affected.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 19, 2025

NBA Will Be In Very Good Hands Next Year After Undergoing Massive Broadcast Changes

NBA fans are lucky to have such a deep, superb group of play-by-play folks calling national games.

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