The Latest Breaking News from Malika Andrews

‘Power Play’ Serves Up a Night of Tennis, Diamonds, and Big Plans

Our Power Play dinner series arrived at the U.S. Open to celebrate the women who run the game, on and off the court.

Marie Claire · Sep 1

Why Victor Wembanyama Was ‘Unhappy’ With NBA After Game 4 Return From Concussion

Victor Wembanyama praised doctors and criticized the NBA after missing Game 3 while in the concussion protocol.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 27

ESPN Host Malika Andrews on the Pressure of Being the "First" in Her Career

The 'NBA Today' host chats with editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike on "Nice Talk".

Marie Claire · Mar 5

Reports Claimed Stephen A. Smith Was Dropped From ESPN’s NBA Countdown, But He Says Not So Fast

Leave it to the sports personality to clear the air.

Cinemablend · Nov 19, 2025

Bob Myers’s ESPN Legacy Was Being Constantly Drowned Out by Stephen A. Smith

Bob Myers spent a lot of time listening to Stephen A. Smith during ESPN’s NBA coverage over the last two years.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 17, 2025

Molly Qerim Replaced Already? ESPN Signs Multi-Year Deal with Oakland Native Malika Andrews

Molly Qerim's surprise exit from 'First Take' has left ESPN searching for a new host, just as Malika Andrews signs a major multi-year deal to expand her NBA coverage. While Andrews is not confirmed as Qerim's replacement, her rising profile and contract extension fuel speculation about the network's future direction.

International Business Times UK · Sep 18, 2025

Winners of NBA Summer League Receive Shockingly Big Prize

The NBA 2K26 Summer League championship will take place July 20 in Las Vegas.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 14, 2025

Jason Kidd Hints at Crucial Role for Cooper Flagg During Rookie Year With Mavericks

Kidd is impressed with the 18-year-old forward during his NBA Summer League debut.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 11, 2025

Malika Andrews Resurfaces Nikola Jokic's Hilarious Take on Viral Taco Bell Draft Moment

Jokic was drafted during a Taco Bell commercial in 2014.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 27, 2025

Adam Silver Says A.I. Might Be Able to Help Prevent Achilles Tears in the Future

What can the NBA do to help prevent injuries like the one Tyrese Haliburton suffered in the NBA Finals?

Sports Illustrated · Jun 26, 2025