Adam Silver

Type: Person

Adam Silver

As of November 2026, Adam Silver has been mentioned in 7 episodes across 7 podcasts, first heard Oct 2017 on The Bill Simmons Podcast NBA. Discussed regarding potential NBA anti-tanking reforms, including a lottery-team tournament and even eliminating the draft.

Adam Silver is an American lawyer and sports executive who is serving as the fifth and current commissioner of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He joined the NBA in 1992 and has held various positions within the league, becoming chief operating officer and deputy commissioner under his predecessor and mentor David Stern in 2006. When Stern retired in 2014, Silver was named commissioner.

Adam Silver at a glance
Mentioned in7 episodes on 7 podcasts (as of November 2026)
First heardOct 2017 on The Bill Simmons Podcast NBA
RoleNBA Commissioner
AffiliationNBA
FieldSports Administration

What do podcasts say about Adam Silver?

4 quotes, recorded on Pardon My Take and The Herd with Colin Cowherd.

How do different shows talk about Adam Silver?

6 shows discussed Adam Silver in these episodes.

Who talks about Adam Silver on podcasts?

Ronald brought up Adam Silver; the most recent mention was Feb 2026 on Pardon My Take.

Which podcasts mention Adam Silver most?

The Daily Show (1 episode), Pardon My Take (1 episode) and Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul (1 episode) mention Adam Silver most.

  1. The Daily Show — 1 episode · More people from The Daily Show
  2. Pardon My Take — 1 episode · More people from Pardon My Take
  3. Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul — 1 episode · More people from Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul
  4. The Bill Simmons Podcast — 1 episode · More people from The Bill Simmons Podcast
  5. The Herd with Colin Cowherd — 1 episode · More people from The Herd with Colin Cowherd

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What is Adam Silver mentioned alongside?

Adam Silver is most often mentioned alongside NBA, Russell Westbrook and Steve Kerr.

Works at: NBA

Mentioned together: Russell Westbrook, Steve Kerr, LeBron James, Doc Rivers, Anthony Edwards, PFT, Tina, Mystic Zack, NCAA, Elmo