The Sporting Tribune Today
Welcome to The Sporting Tribune Today hosted by Arash Markazi, and Grant Mona. Markazi spent over 15 years as a sports columnist at the Los Angeles Times, ESPN and Sports Illustrated. The podcast will be published Monday-Friday and will focus on the biggest sports stories in Southern California, Las Vegas and Hawaii.
Lakers Sign LaRavia, Clippers Sign Brook Lopez, Day 1 of NBA Free Agency Reaction
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, Mykell Mathieu, and Khassim Diakhate discuss the first day of the NBA free agency period and evaluate how the Lakers and Clippers performed at the outset.
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LeBron James Opts In, Lakers' Plan at Center, Harden Signs New Deal With Clippers
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the Lakers’ free agency plans now that LeBron James has opted in. They also talk about a cryptic message from Rich Paul, James Harden's new two-year contract, and the Clippers’ financial flexibility.
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Lakers Pick Adou Thiero, Clippers Pick Kobe Sanders, Dodgers on a Roll, ESPY Picks
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson discuss the last night of the NBA Draft and both the Lakers and Clippers picks. Then, how the Dodgers continue to roll, and if the ESPY's are even worth watching anymore.
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NBA Draft Reaction, Can Geno Smith Change the Raiders?
Arash Markazi and Anwar Stetson react to the NBA Draft and then talk about if the Raiders can surprise this season.
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Poole-McCollum Trade, Porzingis Traded, Eastern Conference Update, NFL Collusion Case
Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson discuss two huge trades in the Eastern Conference, as Jordan Poole gets traded for CJ McCollum and Kristaps Porzingis gets traded to Atlanta. Then, Kyrie Irving's extension and how the NFL is navigating a collusion case.
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Jrue Holiday Traded to Portland, Celtics Get Simons, Haliburton Has Surgery, Las Vegas A's Groundbreaking
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson react to the Jrue Holiday trade back to Portland, sending Anfernee Simons to the Celtics. Then, Tyrese Haliburton has his surgery, and what the ground breaking of the new A's stadium means in Las Vegas.
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OKC Wins First Finals, Haliburton's Injury, Kevin Durant Trade Reaction
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder winning their first NBA title, Tyrese Haliburton's significant injury, and the Kevin Durant trade to the Houston Rockets.
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Pacers Force Game 7, Robot Umps, Lakers Sale Reaction
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Josh Tariff discuss the Pacers' dominant win, which forced a Game 7, whether MLB should incorporate the ABS System, and the implications of the Lakers' sale.
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LIVE Reaction to Shocking Sell of the Lakers & Will Smith's Walk-Off Homer
Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson and Mykell Mathieu react to the breaking news of Jeanie Buss selling the Lakers to Mark Walter and how the Dodgers swept the Padres.
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Dodgers-Padres Rivalry, NBA Finals Predictions, Vegas A's, Sports Content Creators
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Steve Cofield discuss the Dodgers' intense rivalry with the Padres, preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals, provide an update on the Vegas A's, and explore how content creation has transformed sports media.
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JDub Masterclass, KD Rumors, Ohtani Pitching Return
Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Brandon Deutsch discuss a massive game from Jalen Williams to move the Thunder one win away from a championship. Then, KD's latest trade update and how Shohei Ohtani looked in his return to pitching.
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Bane Blockbuster, Shohei Returns to Mound
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson and Josh Tariff discuss the shocking Desmond Bane trade and the sudden news that Shohei Ohtani will return to the mound immediately.
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OKC Legacy Game, KD Rumors and a CP3 Return to LA?
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Khassim Diakhate discuss the Thunder's chances of tying up the series and winning in six or seven games. They also speculate on where Kevin Durant might be headed.
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Pacers Take 2-1 Lead in NBA Finals, Haliburton's Place Amongst Pacer Greats, Kevin Durant Trade Rumors
Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Josh Tariff discuss the Pacers' impressive victory in Game 3, which gave them a 2-1 lead over the Thunder in the NBA Finals. They also consider whether Tyrese Haliburton has the potential to surpass Reggie Miller in Pacers history. Additionally, they provide the latest updates on the Kevin Durant trade rumors.
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Shohei Close to Pitching Return, Dodgers-Padres Reaction, Knicks' Coaching Search, Pacers Chances to Win NBA Finals
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss Shohei Ohtani's close pitching return to the Dodgers and a timeline for him to be back on the mound. Then, a discussion ensued about the Knicks trying to lure coaches away from other teams.
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NBA Finals Game 3 Preview, Dodgers-Padres Reaction, Las Vegas NBA Expansion Debate
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Steve Cofield discuss the NBA Finals returning to Indiana, the Dodgers-Padres rivalry, and the timeline for the NBA to expand to Las Vegas.
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NBA Finals Game 2 Recap, Is Lincoln Riley on the Hot Seat?
Arash Markazi and Anwar Stetson discuss the Thunder winning big in Game 2 of the NBA Finals and if Lincoln Riley should be on the hot seat if USC cannot compete in the BIG 10.
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Pacers STUN Thunder in Game 1 Comeback, Aaron Rodgers Signs With Steelers
Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson and Mykell Mathieu discuss the Pacers remarkable comeback in Game 1 of the NBA Finals to take a 1-0 lead and Aaron Rodgers signing with the Steelers.
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NBA Finals Preview, Face(s) of the League, Clippers/Lakers Offseason Plans, Madden Curse
Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Mykell Mathieu discuss the NBA Finals and whether the league has multiple faces. Then, how can the Clippers and Lakers improve this offseason, and is there a Madden curse?
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Knicks Shockingly Fire Thibs, Best Announcer Debate
Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson and Josh Tariff discuss the shocking firing of Tom Thibodeau and where the Knicks could be looking next. Then, a debate about who the best announcers are and which network has the best presentation.
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Inside the NBA Staying, Franchise GOAT Debate, Two NBA MVPs??
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson are joined by Mykell Mathieu to discuss Inside the NBA remaining on air. Then, a huge debate about franchise GOAT's across all sports and if there should be two NBA MVPs.
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NBA Finals Are Set, Dodgers-Yankees Recap, Savannah Bananas Takeover Anaheim
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson and Josh Tariff to discuss the NBA Finals matchup as well as the Dodgers-Yankees weekend series. Lastly, how the Savannah Bananas keep taking over stadiums.
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Knicks Force Game 6, Dodgers-Yankees Rematch, Mike Trout Activated, Stanley Cup Preview
Anwar Stetson and Mykell Mathieu join Arash Markazi and Grant Mona to discuss the Knicks forcing a Game 6 with a massive win at home and a rematch of the 2024 World Series at Dodger Stadium. Additionally, Mike Trout is activated, and Connor McDavid is leading the Oilers to another Stanley Cup Final appearance.
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Thunder Advance to NBA Finals, 2021 NBA Rankings in 2025, Luka Picture
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson and Mykell Mathieu to discuss the Thunder advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012. They will also take a look at some NBA player rankings from 2021, as well as share their reactions to a picture of Luka taken in Spain.
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NBA Finals Almost Set, Chances for Upsets, Sparks Update
Arash Markazi is joined by Josh Tariff and Anwar Stetson to discuss the NBA Conference Finals and if either team down 3-1 can come back. Also, who can be the face of the league and an update on the Los Angeles Sparks.
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Thunder Take Commanding 3-1 Lead, Knicks Chances, Chris Taylor Signs With Angels
Anwar Stetson and Mykell Mathieu join Arash Markazi and Grant Mona to discuss the Thunder defeating the Wolves to go up 3-1 in the Western Conference Finals, as well as the Knicks' chances to win the series. Then, a familiar face signs with the Angels.
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Conference Finals Update, Luka Back in Shape? State of the Dodgers
Arash Markazi and Anwar Stetson discuss the Conference Finals matchups and how the Knicks and Wolves got back into the series.
Then, they are joined by Fredo Cervantes to discuss Luka Doncic's newest photos from Spain and the Dodgers current state with Shohei Ohtani close to a pitching return.
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Thunder Blow Out Wolves, Pacers-Knicks Reaction, SGA Trade Revisited for Clipper Fans, Rickea Jackson Caught Off Guard
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson, Khassim Diakhate and Demetrius Beaver to discuss the Thunder being up 2-0, if the Knicks can win their series and how the SGA-PG trade is holding up for Clipper fans.
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A Pacers' STUNNER at MSG, NBA Playoff Update, Revisiting the SGA-PG13 Trade
Arash Markazi is joined by Anwar Stetson and Josh Tariff to discuss a stunning comeback by the Pacers to defeat the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, as well as a revisit to the SGA trade for the Clippers.
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Thunder Crush Wolves in Game 1, NFL Players in Olympics, Dodgers Update, Sparks' 1-1 Start
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson and Mykell Mathieu to talk about the Thunder beating the Wolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, NFL players in the Olympics and how the Sparks and Dodgers are doing so far.
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Conference Finals Preview, Tush Push Ban, NFL Playoff Proposal
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson and Josh Tariff to discuss the upcoming Conference Finals matchups in the NBA as well as some new NFL rule change proposals.
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Thunder Advance to Conference Finals, New Faces of the NBA, Dodgers Say Goodbye to Old Faces
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the Thunder blowout of the Nuggets in Game 7 and a preview of each Conference Finals matchup. Who can be the new face of the league? Is there a tide turning in the NBA? Also, the Dodgers are swept by the Angels but release two long-tenured players in the process.
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Nuggets Force Game 7, Pete Rose Reinstated, Dodgers' New Young Core
Anwar Stetson joins Arash Markazi and Grant Mona to discuss the Nuggets' impressive victory at home, which has forced a Game 7. Is Aaron Gordon's injury a significant concern? They also cover MLB's decision to reinstate Pete Rose and examine how the Dodgers' new young core is making a strong impression.
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Warriors Eliminated, Celtics Stay Alive, Derrick Henry Extension, NFL Schedule Release
Grant Mona is joined by Anwar Stetson and Josh Tariff to discuss the Warriors losing in 5 games to the Timberwolves, the Celtics blowing out the Knicks in Game 5 and the NFL schedule release. Are runningbacks......back?
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Nuggets-Thunder Reaction, Tatum's Diagnosis, Pacers Advance, Sparks Update
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson and Khassim Diakhate to discuss the Nuggets-Thunder thriller, the Pacers advancing to the Conference Finals for the second straight year, Jayson Tatum's confirmed injury diagnosis and how the Sparks are shaping up.
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Jayson Tatum's Devastating Injury, NBA Draft Lottery Stunner, Giannis Trade Rumors
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson and Josh Tariff to talk about one of the most shocking nights in NBA history, with Jayson Tatum's awful injury and a huge jump for the Mavericks to get the top pick in the draft.
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Thunder-Nuggets Slugfest, Wolves-Warriors Questions, Sparks Season Upon Us
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson to talk about multiple playoff series and the implications of teams winning on the road. Are the Warriors done without Steph? Then, Anwar talks with Rickea Jackson of the Sparks.
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NBA Playoff Roundtable Discussion, Hypothetical Lakers Embiid Trade Breakdown
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson, Brandon Deutsch and Arman Tondravi to discuss the NBA playoffs and revisit the hypothetical Joel Embiid trade for the Lakers.
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Knicks STUN Celtics, OKC Rolls in Game 2, Sparks' New Vibe
Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson talk about the Knicks unbelievable comeback for the second straight game in Boston to take a 2-0 lead. Then, a blowout in OKC and how there is a different feel around the LA Sparks this season.
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Pacers-Cavs Reaction, Steph Curry Injured, Teoscar Hernandez Injury Update
Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson talk about the insane ending to the Pacers Game 2 win over the Cavaliers to take a 2-0 lead. Is Steph Curry's injury a death sentence for the now 1-0 Warriors? How bad is Teoscar Hernandez's injury?
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