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Welcome to The Arash Markazi Show hosted by Arash Markazi, who spent over 15 years as a sports columnist at the Los Angeles Times and a senior writer at ESPN and Sports Illustrated. The podcast will be published Monday-Friday and will focus on the biggest stories in Southern California sports. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-arash-markazi-show/support

The Arash Markazi Show


    • May 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from The Arash Markazi Show

    Thunder Blow Out Wolves, Pacers-Knicks Reaction, SGA Trade Revisited for Clipper Fans, Rickea Jackson Caught Off Guard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 41:21


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    A Pacers' STUNNER at MSG, NBA Playoff Update, Revisiting the SGA-PG13 Trade

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 41:06


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Thunder Crush Wolves in Game 1, NFL Players in Olympics, Dodgers Update, Sparks' 1-1 Start

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 41:15


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Conference Finals Preview, Tush Push Ban, NFL Playoff Proposal

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 41:03


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Thunder Advance to Conference Finals, New Faces of the NBA, Dodgers Say Goodbye to Old Faces

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 41:21


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Nuggets Force Game 7, Pete Rose Reinstated, Dodgers' New Young Core

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 41:24


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Warriors Eliminated, Celtics Stay Alive, Derrick Henry Extension, NFL Schedule Release

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 41:51


    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? Produced by: Grant Mona

    Nuggets-Thunder Reaction, Tatum's Diagnosis, Pacers Advance, Sparks Update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 41:26


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Jayson Tatum's Devastating Injury, NBA Draft Lottery Stunner, Giannis Trade Rumors

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 41:07


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Thunder-Nuggets Slugfest, Wolves-Warriors Questions, Sparks Season Upon Us

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 41:29


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    NBA Playoff Roundtable Discussion, Hypothetical Lakers Embiid Trade Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 41:21


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Knicks STUN Celtics, OKC Rolls in Game 2, Sparks' New Vibe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 42:00


    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. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Pacers-Cavs Reaction, Steph Curry Injured, Teoscar Hernandez Injury Update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 41:13


    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? Produced by: Grant Mona

    Embiid to the Lakers?? Nuggets-Thunder Reaction, Celtics-Knicks Thriller, Dodgers Update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 41:24


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson to discuss the hypothetical Joel Embiid to the Lakers trade. Then, a fascinating night of NBA basketball as the Knicks and Nuggets steal Game 1 on the road. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Clippers Game 7 Aftermath w/ Adam Auslund

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 41:26


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by Anwar Stetson and Adam Auslund from Clippers Talk and AM570 to discuss the Clippers blowout loss in Game 7 to the Denver Nuggets and what the team does for the future. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Clippers Force Game 7, Kings Unbelievable First Round Defeat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 41:15


    Arash Markazi and Anwar Stetson talk about the Kings devastating first round loss to the Oilers once again as well as the Clippers winning Game 6 at Intuit Dome and forcing a Game 7 in Denver on Saturday. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Eliminated in 5, What's Next? Clippers-Nuggets Game 6 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 41:51


    Grant Mona talks about the Lakers disappointing Game 5 loss to eliminate them from the playoffs in the first round. What moves do they have to make? Then, the Clippers take on the Nuggets in a pivotal Game 6 at Intuit Dome. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Clippers Blown Out in Denver, Lakers Comeback Possible? Ant vs. Luka Debate, Dodgers Pitching Injuries

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 41:42


    Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson discuss the Clippers deflating loss in Denver to push them to the brink of elimination. Can the Lakers come back down 3-1? Then an Anthony Edwards vs. Luka Doncic debate. Why do the Dodgers keep getting hurt? Produced by: Grant Mona

    Clippers Look to Take Series Lead in Denver, Lakers Strategy Down 3-1, Kings 3rd Period Problems

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 41:34


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona talk with Anwar Stetson to discuss the Clippers 2-2 series with the Nuggets, the Lakers issues that led to a 3-1 deficit and how the Kings can bounce back from Edmonton. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Collapse to Fall Down 3-1, Clippers-Nuggets Wild Series, Kings' 3rd Period Woes, Shedeur Situation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 41:24


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona talk with Anwar Stetson to discuss the Lakers loss in Minnesota to put them on the brink of an early elimination, as well as the fantastic Clippers-Nuggets series tied at 2-2. Then, how the Kings blew another 3rd period and why Shedeur Sanders fell so far in the draft. Produced by: Grant Mona

    NFL Draft Recap, Clippers Blowout Nuggets in Game 3 at Intuit Dome

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 41:49


    Grant Mona talks about the local teams NFL draft recaps and why the Rams traded their first round pick. Then, the first playoff game in Intuit Dome history belonged to the Clippers and their fans. Hear from the players postgame! Produced by: Grant Mona

    Clippers' First Playoff Game at Intuit Dome, Lakers Head to Minnesota, Kings Go Up 2-0, Rams Draft Outlook

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 41:22


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss Nuggets coach David Adelman's comments about the Intuit Dome and what the first playoff game there will look like. Can the Lakers steal homecourt advantage back from the Wolves? Then, are the Dodgers in trouble and who the Rams should draft at pick #26. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Lock In To Tie Series, Clippers-Nuggets X-Factors, Dodgers Lose Rollercoaster in Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 41:44


    Grant Mona reacts to the Lakers win over the Wolves to tie the series up at 1-1 before going to Minnesota. Then, who are the "others" that need to step up for the Nuggets and Clippers. Lastly, the Dodgers lose a slugfest with the Cubs. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Clippers Even Series in Thriller in Denver, Kawhi's MONSTER Performance, NBA Playoff Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 41:35


    Grant Mona reacts to the Clippers thrilling victory over the Denver Nuggets led by Kawhi Leonard's 39 points to even the series. Also, can the Lakers rebound and can the Pistons pull off an upset? Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Blown Out at Home, Clippers Lose Thriller to Nuggets in Overtime

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 41:17


    Grant Mona talks about the Game 1 losses by both Los Angeles teams and if the Lakers should be concerned following their blowout loss to the Timberwolves. Then, are the Clippers still in good shape for the series following their second half collapse in Game 1? Produced by: Grant Mona

    Full 2025 NBA Playoff Preview w/ ArmaniBuckets!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 41:58


    Grant Mona talks with basketball content creator ArmaniBuckets to discuss the entire NBA Playoffs and preview each series with predictions! Produced by: Grant Mona

    9/10 Play-In Game Reaction, Dodgers-Padres-Giants Trio, UCLA's New Transfer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 41:21


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona talk about the Mavericks win over the Kings and how Mavericks fans are feeling at this point without Luka. Then, how the Padres and Giants are forcing the Dodgers to get their act together. Plus, UCLA's newest transfer and how it could boost UCLA as a football program. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers and Clippers Playoff Schedule Release, Play-In Tournament Amendments, LA28 Hype

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 41:28


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the schedule release for the entire Lakers and Clippers' first round series', including a surprise. Then, the Olympics in 2028 are coming to...Dodger Stadium? Plus, how the Play-In Tournament can be amended. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers' and Clippers' Full Week Off, WNBA Draft, Dodgers Update, Wrestlemania

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 41:33


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona talk about the Clippers and Lakers week long layoff and how it benefits both teams. Then, the Sparks with a surprise pick at 9 and how the LA Kings are lining up for the playoffs. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Clippers Beat Warriors in OT Thriller, Lakers Draw Wolves in First Round

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 41:33


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the Clippers huge win in San Francisco to move on to the playoffs as the 5th seed in the West. The Lakers now know who they will play in the first round and it's the Timberwolves. Produced by: Grant Mona

    NBA Standings Update With Two Games To Go, MLB Round-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 41:28


    Grant Mona talks about the Wolves win against the Grizzlies and a bunch of playoff scenarios. Then, Angels talk and if the Dodgers are in trouble in the NL West. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Luka Gets His Revenge in Emotional Return to Dallas, Zubac Triple-Double at Intuit Dome

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 41:54


    Grant Mona talks about the return of Luka Doncic to Dallas and one of the most emotional scenes we have seen in the NBA. Then, we hear from Clippers players postgame after an Ivica Zubac triple-double and their 16th win in their last 19 games. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Lose in OKC, Clippers Continue Hot Streak

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 41:20


    Grant Mona talks about the Laker loss in Oklahoma City and if Luka Doncic should have been ejected. Also, the Clippers have won 15 out of 18 games, and we hear from the players postgame. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Florida Wins the National Championship, Dodgers' Skid, Lakers/Clippers Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 41:28


    Grant Mona talks about Florida's comeback win against Houston to win the National Title Game. Then, how the Angels are sneakily having a good start and how the Dodgers are in a skid right now. Lastly, a conversation about the Play-In Tournament and how it can be amended. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Make Statement in OKC, UConn Wins Women's Title, Clippers Continue To Roll, Blake Snell Injured

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 41:25


    Grant Mona talks about the Lakers huge win in OKC, UConn winning a national title in dominant fashion, the Clippers continuing their torrid stretch of winning and Blake Snell heading to the injured list. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers-Warriors Reaction, Louie Rabaut Joins The Show!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 41:33


    Grant Mona discusses the Lakers loss to the Warriors to drop them to the 4th seed in the West. Then, he sits down with host of ESPN 680 Louie Rabaut to talk about horse racing and what goes into the daily grind of the sport. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Shohei Ohtani Walks Off Braves to Stay Undefeated, Jackson Merrill Extension, Clippers Beat Pelicans

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 41:11


    Grant Mona talks about the Dodgers 8-0 start capped off by Shohei Ohtani's walk-off home run, Jackson Merrill's extension and what it means to San Diego and the Clippers getting a good win against the Pelicans at Intuit Dome. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Dodgers Make History, Torpedo Bat Sensation, NBA Updates, NFL Rule Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 41:29


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the Dodgers 7-0 start to the season, the Clippers and Lakers standing in the West and some cool new rule changes coming to the NFL next season. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Beat Rockets, USC Women's Basketball Eliminated, Clippers Win in Orlando, Dodgers Stay Undefeated

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 41:31


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the Lakers huge win against the 2 seeded Rockets and USC's loss to UConn in the Women's Tournament. Then, the Clippers get a win before coming back home in Orlando and the Dodgers stay undefeated. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Dodgers' Historic Start, Lakers/Clippers Updates, USC/UCLA Women Advance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 41:21


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the Dodgers 5-0 start, the Lakers win in Memphis and the Clippers recent winning ways, as well as USC and UCLA advancing in the Women's Tournament. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Unbelievable Loss in Chicago, Dodgers Win Home Opener, Angels & Padres Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 41:36


    Grant Mona discusses the Dodgers thrilling home opening victory at Dodger Stadium, as well as the Angels and Padres results' in their respective games to open the season. Then, one of the most unbelievable finishes of the year in Chicago as the Lakers lose to the Bulls for the second time in one week. Produced by: Grant Mona

    LeBron Wins It at the Buzzer, Clippers Beat Knicks at The Garden, MLB Opening Day, LeBron vs. Stephen A

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 41:35


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the Lakers win at the buzzer in a rollercoaster of a game in Indiana. Then, the Clippers keep rolling with a big win over the Knicks in New York. LeBron vs. Stephen A., Doc Rivers' comments and Opening Day in the MLB. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Mookie Betts Returns, Dodgers Preview, Bronny James' Resurgence, Rams Draft Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 41:26


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona talk about Mookie Betts' sudden recovery from his stomach illness and how the Dodgers are shaping up for the start of the season. Then, Bronny James' resurgence in the G League and if the Rams are looking at a QB at pick #26. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Juju Watkins' Knee Injury, Mookie Betts' Mysterious Illness, Lakers/Clippers Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 41:39


    Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss Juju Watkins' torn ACL in the NCAA tournament, Mookie Betts' wild illness ride and how the Lakers and Clippers are closing out the regular season. Then, UCLA women's basketball is on a roll and how the Sparks will improve this season. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Clippers Lose Heartbreaker To Thunder, Mookie Betts' Mysterious Illness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 41:55


    Grant Mona talks about the Clippers loss to the Thunder to snap their five game winning streak as well as the injury to James Harden. Hear from the players and coach after the loss postgame. Then, we hear from Mookie Betts and Dave Roberts regarding the health of Mookie. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Lose To Bucks, March Madness Begins

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 41:36


    Grant Mona discusses the Lakers loss to the Milwaukee Bucks and a standings update around the NBA. Then, March Madness has begun. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Demolish Denver, Savannah Bananas Craze, Aaron Rodgers Saga

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 41:26


    Grant Mona discusses the Lakers win over the Denver Nuggets without Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. Then, is the Savannah Bananas craze going to last? Finally, some NFL free agency talk. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Dodgers Sweep Cubs In Japan, Clippers Beat Cavs In Win of The Year At Intuit Dome

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 40:55


    Grant Mona talks about the Dodgers two wins in Japan behind Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Roki Sasaki and of course, Shohei Ohtani. Then, the Clippers beat the best team in the East in a playoff atmosphere at Intuit Dome. Hear from the players as they talk about the huge win. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Outlook After Two Straight Wins, NBA Conference Updates, March Madness Bracket Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 42:05


    Grant Mona talks with Brandon Deutsch about the Lakers standings outlook, what each conference in the NBA could be headed for, and a region-by-region March Madness bracket discussion. Produced by: Grant Mona

    Lakers Beat Suns, Clippers Demolish Hornets, Dodgers Split in Japan

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 41:56


    Grant Mona discusses the Lakers getting back into the win column against the Suns at home, the Dodgers split with two Japanese teams and the Clippers huge win against the Hornets with postgame audio. Produced by: Grant Mona

    March In The NBA w/ Sam Yip From HoopsHype

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 41:48


    Grant Mona brings on Sam Yip, Staff Writer from HoopsHype, to discuss the current state of the NBA, the outlook for the Clippers and Lakers, and the Jokic vs. SGA MVP race. Produced by: Grant Mona

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