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
04/16/2025
Have the Lakers Become an NBA Championship Contender?
Does LeBron James, Luka Dončić and the Lakers have what it takes to win an NBA title?

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

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

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

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

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