Mark Medina is a veteran NBA reporter with over 15 years of experience covering the league’s biggest moments and personalities. Currently contributing to EssentiallySports, Medina’s career arc features in-depth coverage across major media outlets, including stints as a Lakers blogger at The Los Angeles Times (2010-12), Lakers beat writer for the LA Daily News (2012-17), and Warriors beat writer with the Bay Area News Group (2017-19). From 2019 to 2021, he extended his reach, covering the entire NBA with USA Today, before joining NBA.com as a national reporter through 2023.
Medina’s reporting is shaped by a courtside presence at countless games, playoff runs, and Finals, providing readers with insider perspectives and player insights. He is a regular voice on CBSLA, Fox Sports Radio, and Spectrum SportsNet, sharing analysis and breaking stories. Throughout the years, Medina remains a trusted source for basketball fans navigating the fast-paced world of the NBA.
