Did ESPN make Malika Andrews New Show ‘NBA Today’ Premiere on Rachel Nichols’ Birthday on Purpose?

ESPN delivered a final blow to Rachel Nichols career on the network, and circumstances surrounding the newest development are shocking all things considered. As you probably know The Jump’ was cancelled a few weeks ago, and now it has been revealed why.

Malika Andrews Replacing Rachel Nichols’ ‘The Jump’ On Her Birthday?

It was announced today that ‘The Jump’ is being replaced by Malika Andrews’ new show called ‘NBA Today’. Here is where things get spicy. According to reports Malika Andrews’ new show ‘NBA Today’ is premiering on October 18. Guess what date October 18 is? That is Rachel Nichols’ birthday.

Yes that’s right Malika Andrew’s new show premieres on Rachel Nichols’ birthday. Talk about karma.

Here are some reactions to Malika Andrews replacing Rachel Nichols on her birthday.

Did ESPN Purposely Make Malika Andrews’ Show Premiere On Rachel Nichols’ Birthday Out of Spite?

Based on the events that have taken place ever since the Rachel Nichols’ audio leaked, it seems clear ESPN was not happy about an employee undermining management decisions going public. Due to that fact many people believe that ESPN is replacing ‘The Jump’ with Malika Andrews’ show on Rachel Nichols’ birthday to send a bold message.

On Rachel Nichols’ birthday she’ll have to watch a black woman Malika Andrews take her spot after complaining about that in the leaked audio. That’s karma for real.

Author: JordanThrilla Staff