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
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss the Lakers' introduction of Marcus Smart, Chris Paul seeing his new Clipper jersey for the first time, Phillip Rivers' retirement as a Charger, the Dodgers' recent slump, and the Sparks' winning streak. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss the Clippers' signing of Chris Paul, completing their roster in a storybook reunion. Meanwhile, the Lakers have signed Marcus Smart, and there's discussion on how the Dodgers can break out of their slump. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona discusses the Lakers' signing of Marcus Smart and how he can impact the rotation, as well as whether any other moves are to be made. Then, the Dodgers get swept by the Brewers again. Is there cause for concern? Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Josh Tariff discuss the Blazers' signing of Damian Lillard in a reunion in Portland. They also talk about Chris Paul's chances of signing with the Clippers, the new MLB All-Star Game format, and whether the Vegas A's will attract fans. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson and Mike Jaglin discuss the Clippers signing of Bradley Beal and how the roster compares to others in the West. Then, rumors swirling about LeBron and if the Home Run Derby after the All-Star Game was smart by MLB. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona discusses his time in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League, as well as the 2025 MLB All-Star Game and a new twist after the 9th inning. Produced by: Grant Mona
We hear from Clayton Kershaw and Freddie Freeman during the MLB's media availability in Atlanta for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona talks with multiple players from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, and then sits down for a 1-on-1 with Dr. Kevin Farmer of the University of Florida to discuss sports injuries in the NBA and MLB. Produced by: Grant Mona
Willie Ramirez joins Arash Markazi and Grant Mona to talk about the thrilling opening night at Summer League live from the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson discuss the Dodgers being swept for the second consecutive series, as well as the release of NBA Cup group matchups, which feature some intriguing pairings. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona and Mykell Mathieu discuss when Bradley Beal will be bought out and if there are concerns with him and the Clippers. Then, who is left for the Lakers to acquire? Can the Dodgers rebound before the All-Star break? Jared Goff speaks...again...on the trade from the Rams. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss the huge Clippers trade to acquire John Collins from the Jazz and send Norman Powell to the Miami Heat. Then, are the Clippers frontrunners for Bradley Beal? Additionally, Kershaw receives an All-Star nod as a "legend" despite the Dodgers' recent losses. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Mike Jaglin discuss the Clippers potentially acquiring Bradley Beal and if the Dodgers being swept by the Astros at home means anything. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Mike Jaglin discuss the Lakers' signing of Jaxson Hayes, the Clippers' wait for a backup point guard, and how Max Muncy avoided a major injury. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Mike Jaglin of Clipcast discuss Clayton Kershaw reaching the 3,000 strikeout mark, DeAndre Ayton going to the Lakers, and what the holdup is with Chris Paul. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss the second day of NBA free agency, including the surprising Myles Turner trade to the Bucks and Damian Lillard being waived. They also analyze which center options the Lakers are targeting. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Â Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi and Anwar Stetson react to the NBA Draft and then talk about if the Raiders can surprise this season. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Â Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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? Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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. Produced by: Grant Mona
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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