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
06/12/2025

Mark Medina
Trainer: Mavericks ‘The Only Team’ Cooper Flagg Will Visit Pre-Draft

Mark Medina
Cooper Flagg’s trainer details NBA Draft preparation, learning from Chris Paul and Kevin Durant, and goals for his rookie season

06/05/2025

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Trainer Dismisses ‘Free Throw Merchant Tag’

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Trainer Nate Mitchell opens up on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP work ethic, offseason growth, and the truth behind the “free-throw merchant” tag

05/24/2025

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Jalen Williams’ Trainer: "I Don’t Think He’s Anywhere Near His Ceiling"

Mark Medina
Jalen Williams’s trainer, exclusively for RG, dishes on Oklahoma’s forward landing All-Star & All-Defensive team honors, adjusting with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and more

05/20/2025

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Jalen Brunson’s Trainer: “He’s Focused On Just Trying To Get That Trophy”

Mark Medina
Jalen Brunson’s trainer breaks down his mindset, clutch workouts, and why he could be the greatest Knick ever

05/15/2025

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What are Best Trade Options for Kevin Durant?

Mark Medina
Kevin Durant’s age and injury concerns may limit trade options. The Rockets, Spurs, and Heat emerge as potential destinations this offseason.

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