The Sporting Tribune Today

The Sporting Tribune crew — Arash, Grant, John Browner, and David Bloom — breaks down one of the most electrifying playoff games in recent memory: Spurs vs. Thunder Game 1 in the Western Conference Finals. Victor Wembanyama delivered a generational performance (41 pts, 24 reb) in double overtime without De'Aaron Fox, and the crew can't stop talking about it. Then, the guys shift to the Eastern Con...

Arash, Grant, Beav, and newest Sporting Tribune member  John Browner  — a San Diego sports radio veteran with nearly a decade on the air — come together on a very special Drake drop night for a packed episode of  TST Today LIVE , heard on  KIRN 670 AM in Southern California, 98.5 The Bet in Las Vegas, and the Hawaii Sports Radio Network. The crew breaks down the NBA Playoffs with the Spurs leading...

The TST Today crew breaks down the Lakers' latest roster decisions, dissects the Clippers' pivotal 5th pick choice, recaps the Dodgers, and dives into the World Cup ticket frenzy. Everything LA sports fans need to know — in one episode. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

Arash, Grant, Beav, and Mykell break down the Lakers' second-round exit at the hands of OKC, what it means for LeBron, Luka, and the offseason ahead. Plus, the Clippers land the 5th overall pick in what could be a franchise-defining draft, and the Dodgers hit a rough patch — is it time to worry? Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information a...

Grant Mona and Arash Markazi are joined by Demetrius Beaver, Mykell Mathieu and Josh Tariff for a lively playoff edition of The Sporting Tribune Today . In segment one, the crew dives into the referee bonanza after the Lakers’ Game 2 loss in Oklahoma City, where Los Angeles fell 125-107 and dropped into a 2-0 hole against the Thunder while frustration over the whistle became one of the biggest sto...

Grant Mona is joined by Demetrius Beaver, Mykell Mathieu and Josh Tariff for a lively episode of The Sporting Tribune Today covering a busy stretch across Los Angeles sports and the NBA playoffs. In segment one, the crew breaks down the Lakers’ chances in their second-round series after a rough Game 1 blowout loss to the Thunder, what went wrong, and whether Los Angeles still has a real path to sw...

Grant Mona and Arash Markazi are joined by Demetrius Beaver and Timothy Parker for a lively episode of The Sporting Tribune Today after a huge night in the NBA playoffs. In segment one, the crew reacts to the Lakers’ blowout loss to the Thunder in Game 1, how Los Angeles set the tone early, and what Reaves' performance could mean for the rest of the series. Then in segment two, the guys go around...

Grant Mona and Arash Markazi lead a packed episode of The Sporting Tribune Today with Mykell Mathieu, Eric Lambkins II, Demetrius Beaver and Timothy Parker joining the conversation. In segment one, the crew breaks down the Lakers’ second-round matchup against the Thunder, how Los Angeles stacks up against Oklahoma City, what has to travel from the first round and where the series could swing. Then...

Grant Mona hosts a playoff-packed episode of The Sporting Tribune Today with Los Angeles basketball and Anaheim hockey taking center stage. In segment one, Grant takes listeners inside Lakers practice ahead of Game 1 against the Thunder, featuring sound from JJ Redick, Austin Reaves and Jake LaRavia as Los Angeles gets ready for a huge second-round test against Oklahoma City. Then in segment two,...

Grant Mona and Arash Markazi are joined by Mykell Mathieu and Timothy Parker for a loaded episode of The Sporting Tribune Today , covering a wild stretch across the NBA, NHL and MLB. In segment one, the crew breaks down the Lakers heading back to Houston for a massive Game 6, what Los Angeles needs to fix on the road, and how much pressure is on the team to avoid letting the series get away. They...

Grant Mona is joined by Demetrius Beaver and Timothy Parker for a lively NBA-heavy episode of The Sporting Tribune Today . In segment one, the crew dives into the Kawhi Leonard trade rumors, whether the Clippers should even consider moving him, and what a real offseason reset would mean for Los Angeles if those conversations get serious. Then in segment two, Grant, Demetrius and Timothy go around...

Grant Mona hosts a loaded episode of The Sporting Tribune Today with playoff pressure, WNBA media day energy and NFL Draft reaction all on the table. In segment one, Grant takes listeners inside Lakers practice before Game 5 as Los Angeles prepares for a pivotal matchup, then shifts to A’Ja Wilson at Aces Media Day, where the reigning star brought plenty of attention with her new hair and the same...

Grant Mona and Arash Markazi are joined by Mykell Mathieu and Timothy Parker for a packed episode of The Sporting Tribune Today . The crew opens with the Lakers’ push to close out their series against the Rockets, what still needs to happen for Los Angeles to finish the job, and how much pressure is on the team as the matchup tightens. They also dive into the fallout from the Rams’ draft decisions...

On this episode of The Sporting Tribune Today , host Grant Mona reacts to a busy NFL Draft night through the voices of the teams and players involved. In segment one, the show features press conference sound from Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead and head coach Sean McVay after the surprising decision to draft quarterback Ty Simpson at No. 13, followed by reaction from Simpson himself on...

On this episode of The Sporting Tribune Today , host Grant Mona is joined by Mykell Mathieu, Eric Lambkins II and Timothy Parker to break down a wild NFL Draft conversation. In segment one, the crew reacts to the Los Angeles Rams’ baffling decision to draft quarterback Ty Simpson at No. 13, debating the fit, the timing and what it could mean for the franchise moving forward. Then in segment two, t...

Hosts Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by the full panel to break down a pivotal week in Los Angeles sports. From the Lakers' surgical start to the postseason to the Dodgers' puzzling power outage in San Francisco, we cover the highs and lows before pivoting to the gridiron with a final look at the Rams' draft strategy. Segment One: Lakers Take 2-0 Lead | Why the Thunder are Next The Los An...

Host: Grant Mona Guests: Timothy Parker, Demetrius Beaver, & Mykell Mathieu Date: April 21, 2026 Segment One: Lakers Take Control & The NBA’s "Upset Tuesday" Host Grant Mona is joined by the panel to break down a Tuesday night that felt like a seismic shift in the NBA playoff landscape. Lakers Push Rockets to the Brink: The Los Angeles Lakers secured a commanding 101–94 win over the Houston Rocket...

Segment One: Lakers' Grit and the Clippers' Crossroads Host Grant Mona is joined by Demetrius Beaver and Mykell Mathieu to break down a tale of two franchises. While the Lakers opened their postseason with a statement win, the Clippers are left picking up the pieces of an abrupt exit. Lakers Game 1 Masterclass: Grant and the panel react to the Lakers’ 107–98 victory over the Rockets. Even without...

Host Grant Mona breaks down a defining weekend for Los Angeles basketball. We start at Crypto.com Arena, where the short-handed Lakers won a physical Game 1. Then, we head to Inglewood, where Clippers President Lawrence Frank faced the music following a disappointing early exit. Segment One: Lakers Take Game 1 | The Kennard & LeBron Connection The Los Angeles Lakers opened their first-round series...

Host Grant Mona breaks down a somber night in Inglewood as the Clippers' season comes to an abrupt end at the hands of a familiar rival. Then, we look ahead to the weekend as the Lakers prepare to start their title defense against the Rockets while navigating a growing injury report. Segment One: Clippers vs. Warriors Recap and the End of the Season The LA Clippers saw their 2025-26 campaign end o...

Host Grant Mona previews a massive Wednesday night at the Intuit Dome. With the season on the line, we go inside the final practices for both the Clippers and the Warriors as they prepare for a high-stakes 9-vs-10 Play-In clash. One team looks to protect its new home, while a dynasty looks to prove it has one more run left in the tank. Segment One: Clippers Practice and the Status of Kawhi Leonard...

The Sporting Tribune Today: Postseason Prep & The Play-In Gauntlet Host: Grant Mona Date: April 13, 2026 Episode Description Host Grant Mona breaks down the fallout from the final day of the NBA regular season. While the Lakers dominated the desert to fine-tune their engine for the first round, the Clippers faced a harsh reality check in their finale that complicates their path through the Play-In...

Host Grant Mona breaks down a high-stakes Sunday in Los Angeles as the NBA regular season reaches its fever pitch. We look at the diverging paths for the Lakers and Clippers on Game 82, before shifting to Dodger Stadium, where the bats stayed hot on a Saturday night in April. Segment One: The Final Countdown | Lakers, Clippers & The Play-In Trap It all comes down to today. With the 2025-26 NBA sea...

Host Grant Mona breaks down a sobering night at the Intuit Dome where the Clippers' defensive identity went missing against the West's best. Then, Zach Cavanagh joins the show to discuss an Anaheim Ducks team that is suddenly reeling as they head toward the finish line of the 2026 season. Segment One: Thunder Strike the Dome | Clippers Fall to 41–39 The Los Angeles Clippers couldn't find an answer...

Host Grant Mona reacts to a landscape-shifting Monday and Tuesday. We start with the scenes in Indianapolis as Dusty May’s Michigan Wolverines reach the mountaintop, before returning to the West Coast to break down a vital weekend for the Clippers and a shootout thriller for the Kings. Segment One: "Hardest Playing Team in Basketball" | Michigan Wins It All The Michigan Wolverines are national cha...