Adam Silver
Mentioned in 56 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Adam Silver The NBA Commissioner is primarily discussed across sports podcasts for his handling of league governance issues, particularly his efforts to address tanking through lottery reforms and anti-tanking rules at the All-Star level. He is also noted for his 2014 advocacy for sports gambling legalization and his negotiation of a $7 billion annual TV deal. Additionally, podcasts reference his participation in White House roundtables on professional sports governance and his evolving leadership approach, though critics debate the effectiveness of his enforcement on competitive integrity issues.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · May 19, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 1 - We have a new face of the NBA, Aaron Rodgers returning to the Steelers
“Mentioned as uncomfortable during MVP award presentation to SGA before Wembanyama playoff performance”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · May 15, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 1 - NFL schedule release, Niners have it rough, Chargers went too far
“Quoted on new tanking prevention proposal with flat odds and draft relegation system”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · May 15, 2026
The Schedule Release Scam: Trading NFL Logic for Soccer Rules (Feat. Ethan Strauss)
“Criticized for not benching Wembanyama despite injury risk due to revenue concerns”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · May 15, 2026
Major Conference Semifinal Controversy + Previewing Two Massive Game 6’s
“Draft lottery reform (321 proposal) support and league-wide changes discussed”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · May 15, 2026
Harden’s Moment, an NFL Schedule Glut, Owning the Jazz, and a Boston Sports Check-In—With Bryan Curtis, Bill’s Dad, and Ryan Smith
“Discussed regarding lottery reform, expansion plans, and global NBA strategy”
The Daily Stoic · May 11, 2026
It Can Change Everything | A Real-Life Example of How to Build a Coaching Tree
“Described Spurs as 'academy for future coaches and team executives' during 2022 Finals commentary”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · May 11, 2026
The Wizards Win (Something!) and More Lottery Reactions, Plus the Juggernaut Knicks With Joe House, Tate Frazier, and Chris Vernon
“Credited with implementing lottery reform to prevent tanking; praised for anti-rig structure benefiting worst teams.”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 30, 2026
PMS 2.0 1543 - Mark Schlabach, Philadelphia Flyers Head Coach Rick Tocchet, Danny Green, Pete Thamel, & AJ Hawk
“Negotiated new media rights deal resulting in highest playoff ratings in 33 years; praised for business acumen”
The Zach Lowe Show · Apr 30, 2026
Can Houston Complete the Historic Comeback? Plus, Game 6 Previews, and Lottery Reform
“Referenced regarding lottery reform proposal and incremental approach to tanking prevention”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 29, 2026
PMS 2.0 1542 - Big Sports Wednesday with Ian Rapoport, Shams Charania, Mike Tannenbaum, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
“Implemented anti-tanking measures with relegation-style lottery ball penalties”
First Take · Apr 13, 2026
Hour 2: Are the Knicks on Upset Alert?
“Referenced as responsible for addressing tanking and media distribution issues in league”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 10, 2026
Chris Gasper of The Boston Globe // Craig Breslow and the Red Sox // The Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown Dynamic - 4/10 (Hour 3)
“Discussed regarding NBA tanking concerns and proposed lottery reform solutions”
First Things First · Apr 9, 2026
Thunder on ‘dynasty watch’ after clinching 1-seed, Ravens’ Super Bowl Window, BUD List
“Addressed on BUD List for needing to abolish 65-game eligibility rule and fix tanking crisis”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 8, 2026
PMS 2.0 1531 - The Masters Preview, Quentin Richardson, Jason Kelce LIVE From The Masters, Jeff Passan, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
“Responsible for implementing 65-game eligibility threshold and addressing draft lottery tanking”
First Things First · Apr 3, 2026
Thunder beat Lakers, Luka Doncic suffers hamstring injury, Brou’s MVP Ballot, Title Pie
“Commissioner criticized for maintaining 65-game eligibility rule despite unintended consequences for injured players”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 3, 2026
PMS 2.0 1528 - Feel Good Friday with Coach K, Koa Peat, 4 Star QB Israel Abrams, Miami Head Coach Mario Cristobal, 4 Star Edge Rashad Streets, & Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning
“Discussed as addressing tanking problem and working on draft policy solutions”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 2, 2026
April 2, 2026 Hour 3 Rob Ellis & JP Peterson
“Criticized for enabling tanking and blowout problem through expansion talk rather than competitive balance fixes”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 1, 2026
How Trump and Billionaires Bend the Rules (And Get Away With It) — ft. Pablo Torre
“Has authority to enforce NBA rules and punish salary cap violations but enforcement questioned”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 27, 2026
Celtics Most Consequential Win Of Year? + Adam Silver Takes a Major Stand
“Made major announcement at owners meeting about fixing tanking within six weeks; strongest statement since Donald Sterling ban.”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Mar 26, 2026
"That's Just Corruption": Sen. Chris Murphy on the Prediction Market Crackdown and Profiteering in Youth Sports
“Stated prediction markets cannot be turned back on, welcomes business while seeking control over consequences”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 11, 2026
Did SGA End MVP Debate? + Best Year Of Kawhi Ever & A Big Question In The East
“NBA Commissioner issued statement canceling Hawks' Magic City promotion due to stakeholder concerns”
Morning Wire · Mar 10, 2026
Evening Wire: U.S. Consulate Attacked & Iran Threatens Trump (Again) | 3.10.26
“NBA Commissioner intervened to force Hawks cancellation of strip club promotional night”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Mar 10, 2026
How Billionaires Call the Shots in the NBA (and America), with TrueHoop's Henry Abbott
“NBA Commissioner; central figure in investigation regarding his handling of Clippers scandal and league credibility”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Mar 7, 2026
Ballmer's Tree-Money, the Whistle-Blowers and the Document You've Been Waiting For: Kawhi-Gate, Part IX
“NBA Commissioner overseeing Clippers investigation; criticized for potentially limiting investigation scope to protect billionaire owner”
Cover 3 College Football · Mar 2, 2026
NFL Draft Combine Takeaways | Portal Penalties + Proposed Rule Changes | College Football
“NBA Commissioner invited to college sports roundtable as professional sports governance model”
Miller and Moulton · Mar 2, 2026
March 2, 2026 Hour 4
“NBA Commissioner expected to participate in White House college sports roundtable discussion”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 28, 2026
February 27, 2026 Hour 1
“NBA Commissioner invited to White House roundtable to provide perspective from established professional league”
Club 520 Podcast · Feb 23, 2026
Club 520 - Jeff Teague on Cooper Flagg & 2020s #1 NBA Draft picks OVER Kyrie & 2010s, popcorn story
“NBA Commissioner implementing new anti-tanking rules and lottery odds reforms discussed throughout episode”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Feb 23, 2026
USA BEATS Canada, Is there value to going to the Combine, Chicago MOVING to Indiana?
“NBA Commissioner; compared to Roger Goodell regarding league expansion strategy”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 20, 2026
2nd MVP Straw Poll - Late Surges Enough For New MVP? + Possible Tanking Solution?
“NBA Commissioner; now on 'war path' regarding tanking; expected to implement behavioral changes and incentive restructuring”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 16, 2026
Reaction: Wemby Leads Competition In NBA All-Star Game + Adam Silver On Tanking & Much More
“NBA Commissioner addressing tanking, expansion, relocation, and AI in broadcasting at All-Star press conference”
The Press Box · Feb 13, 2026
Why the Nancy Guthrie Case Captivates America, Joel’s Winter Olympics Takes, and Tales From an NBA Locker Room With Logan Murdock
“NBA Commissioner who negotiated $7 billion annual TV deal, creating financial barriers to season reduction reforms”
The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle · Feb 12, 2026
The INSANE “Disaster Draft” Rule in Pro Sports
“NBA Commissioner confirmed to appear in studio after All-Star Game for discussion about basketball issues”
The Mismatch · Feb 12, 2026
All-Star Nostalgia, Detroit’s Dream Season, Kawhi’s Revival, and the League’s Tanking Problem
“NBA Commissioner expected to address tanking crisis at All-Star Weekend; likely to prioritize reform”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 12, 2026
Hour 2 – Chris Mannix, Who Cares about the NBA All-Star Game?
“NBA Commissioner with authority to implement tanking penalties and lottery system reforms”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 12, 2026
The Best of The Dan Patrick Show
“NBA Commissioner criticized for lack of enforcement against tanking and competitive integrity issues”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 12, 2026
The Big Suey: Vocal Masturbation (feat. David Samson)
“NBA Commissioner whose leadership evolution from progressive crisis management to owner-focused baseline management is analyzed”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 12, 2026
"You're Gonna Get Me In Huge Trouble": Adam Friedland Is a League Source Now
“NBA Commissioner discussed regarding league's handling of gambling, crypto, and sponsorship deals”
The Ringer NBA Show · Feb 11, 2026
Title Pie at the All-Star Break | Group Chat
“NBA Commissioner; mentioned as needing to answer questions about tanking at All-Star press conferences”
The Tony Kornheiser Show · Feb 11, 2026
“What happened at the Publix?”
“NBA Commissioner; questioned on whether he has authority to strictly regulate fighting and tanking in league”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · Feb 11, 2026
Why Can’t the NBA Actually Fix the NBA? Plus, Super Bowl Hangover Stuff With Nick Wright and Bill’s Dad.
“NBA Commissioner criticized for lack of enforcement on tanking rules and failure to address structural league problems despite having authority to do so”
The Ringer NBA Show · Feb 10, 2026
Pistons-Hornets Brawl, the NBA’s Loser Mentality, and Daryl Morey's Comments on Jared McCain | Real Ones
“NBA Commissioner; faces pressure to address tanking and will address at All-Star presser”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 10, 2026
Uncle Dennis, Ballmer's $50 Million Sprint and the Side Deal That Wouldn't Die: Kawhi-Gate, Part VIII
“NBA Commissioner who personally added Kawhi to All-Star roster and oversees league investigation”
The Mismatch · Feb 10, 2026
10 Questions Heading into All-Star Weekend
“NBA Commissioner referenced regarding tanking crisis response and league reform initiatives”
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz · Feb 9, 2026
Hour 2: Fire & Brimstone (feat. Amin Elhassan)
“NBA Commissioner criticized for lack of oversight on gambling integration and tanking manipulation”
The Ringer NBA Show · Feb 9, 2026
The NBA’s Tanking Problem Hits Rock Bottom and More Trade Deadline Ripple Effects | Group Chat
“NBA Commissioner whose policy decisions on schedule length and tanking consequences remain ineffective”
Pod Save America · Feb 8, 2026
1118: Is Trump Afraid of Bad Bunny? (feat. Pablo Torre)
“NBA commissioner who advocated for sports gambling legalization in 2014 New York Times op-ed.”
Capitalisn't · Feb 5, 2026
Are Betting Apps Engineered for Addiction? - ft. Jonathan Cohen
“NBA Commissioner cited for inflated $300 billion illegal gambling projection used to justify legalization”
Finding Peak w/ Ryan Hanley · Feb 4, 2026
He Quit the Best Job in the World. Then Built Something Better. - Jon Brod
“NBA Commissioner who gave Jon permission to leave the NBA to pursue entrepreneurial ventures”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 4, 2026
From "Reveal": Bad Bunny, Billionaires and the Business of Sports
“NBA Commissioner characterized as pro-labor and pro-player empowerment relative to NFL leadership”