About Mark Medina

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Mark Medina
Mark Medina
NBA Reporter
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About

Mark Medina is a longtime NBA reporter that includes stints as a Lakers blogger with The Los Angeles Times (2010-12), Lakers beat writer with the Los Angeles Daily News (2012-17), Warriors beat writer with Bay Area News Group (2017-19) as well as an NBA reporter/columnist for USA Today (2019-21) and NBA.com (2021-23). Medina is also an NBA insider with Fox Sports Radio and frequent contributor to CBSLA's SportsCentralLA with Jim Hill and with Spectrum Sportsnet.

News by Mark Medina

04/09/2025
Why Nuggets’ Late-Season Firings of Michael Malone and Calvin Booth are Misguided
Denver Nuggets shock the NBA by firing their coach and GM just before the playoffs, sparking league-wide concern
Why Nuggets’ Late-Season Firings of Michael Malone and Calvin Booth are Misguided
04/03/2025
Why Cooper Flagg Will Be One of the NBA’s Most Heralded Rookies
Less than a year after Cooper Flagg impressed Team USA players in a scrimmage, the Duke prospect has proven he’s not a fluke
Why Cooper Flagg Will Be One of the NBA’s Most Heralded Rookies
03/23/2025
Why LeBron James Still Has Uncertainty About His Health
Even with LeBron James’ returning from a groin injury, the Lakers’ star may still be dealing with Father Time
Why LeBron James Still Has Uncertainty About His Health
03/20/2025
NCAA Tournament: Beyond Cooper Flagg, Which Prospects Should Interest NBA Teams?
Some may watch NCAA tournament for their bracket. Also watch to see for future NBA prospects
NCAA Tournament: Beyond Cooper Flagg, Which Prospects Should Interest NBA Teams?
03/12/2025
With Jimmy Butler’s Impact, Can Warriors Now Win an NBA Title?
Jimmy Butler has instantly transformed the Golden State Warriors? But is it enough to win an NBA title?
With Jimmy Butler’s Impact, Can Warriors Now Win an NBA Title?
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