Jordan Pagkalinawan

California, Massachusetts

Freelance Editor, Basketball at Last Word On Sports

Deputy Sports Editor at The Berkeley Beacon

Associate Producer - WEBN Web at WEBN Boston

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Live Coverage of WrestleMania 41

5 days ago | berkeleybeacon.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

“The Grandest Stage of Them All” is back! WrestleMania 41 is coming to you live from Las Vegas on Peacock, and we have two nights packed with matches that will create moments, legacies, and champions. Quick facts: This is Allegiant Stadium’s second Big Four event with the WWE. Their first? Summerslam 2021, with the main event being John Cena and Roman Reigns. WrestleMania 41 will be John Cena’s final WrestleMania.
Luka Doncic Dishes on Lakers Trade, Nico Harrison in ESPN Interview

6 days ago | lastwordonsports.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

Ahead of the Lakers’ first-round duel with the Minnesota Timberwolves, superstar guard Luka Doncic sat down for an exclusive interview with ESPN’s Malika Andrews. The world got to hear Doncic’s full thoughts on the blockbuster trade to Los Angeles, his newfound loyalty to LA, and what it will take for the purple and gold to thrive in the postseason.
Lakers Extend, Promote Rob Pelinka

6 days ago | lastwordonsports.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

The Los Angeles Lakers are keeping General Manager Rob Pelinka around with a new contract and additional title. The team announced Friday that Pelinka will assume the role of President of Basketball Operations in addition to his current standing as GM. The Los Angeles Lakers have signed Rob Pelinka to a contract extension, with his new title as president of basketball operations along with general manager, sources tell ESPN.
Live Coverage: The 129th Boston Marathon

6 days ago | berkeleybeacon.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

Thousands of runners will descend on Massachusetts for the 129th Boston Marathon, which begins in Hopkinton and ends at the Boston Public Library. Over 100 countries will be represented as runners aim to reach coveted medals, personal bests, and fundraising goals. Follow The Beacon’s live coverage throughout Marathon Monday, from competitors’ stories to significant anniversaries.
4 X-Factors for the Lakers in the Playoffs

1 week ago | lastwordonsports.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

As the 2025 NBA playoffs approach, so do the expectations for many contenders, including the Los Angeles Lakers. But with all eyes on Luka Doncic and LeBron James to lead the Lakers to glory, there are several other players LA will rely on to bring home banner no. 18. 4 X-Factors for the Lakers in the PlayoffsAustin Reaves’ meteoric rise over the years is certainly no fluke, and his efforts only grew next to LeBron and Luka.
Baseball honors class of 2025 ahead of doubleheader vs. Springfield

1 week ago | berkeleybeacon.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

Dozens of family members and friends gathered in the Bobbi Brown and Steven Plofker Gym on April 12 to celebrate the Emerson baseball class of 2025. The ceremony took place ahead of the Lions’ April 13 duel against Springfield College, which was rescheduled from the day before due to the rain.
LeBron, Lakers Can Reach Two Milestones vs. Houston Rockets

1 week ago | lastwordonsports.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

The Lakers are fresh off of a thrilling win over the Dallas Mavericks that saw Luka Doncic torch his former team and LA clinch a guaranteed playoff spot. Now, ahead of their duel against the young and hungry Houston Rockets, the purple and gold have a chance to record more history—both for themselves and one of their franchise cornerstones. LeBron, Lakers Can Reach Two Milestones vs.
Men’s volleyball falls to Emmanuel in GNAC Quarterfinals

2 weeks ago | berkeleybeacon.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

The Emerson College men’s volleyball team and Emmanuel College Saints had been here before. Nearly two years to the day that the Lions stunned the Saints in the 2023 GNAC Quarterfinals, both teams met again—in the exact same round and on the exact same court. The only difference was the seeding: Instead of a 5-vs.-4 matchup, the Lions were sixth and the Saints were third.
Luka Doncic Ejection Could Affect Lakers Playoffs and NBA Officiating

2 weeks ago | lastwordonsports.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

During a Tuesday night clash between the Lakers and Thunder, the Lakers led 108-107 with seven minutes left the fourth. It was a prime opportunity for LA to make their third seed dreams a reality. Then, Luka Doncic was ejected. Doncic, known as much for his competitive nature as his elite scoring, nailed a two-point jumper to give LA the lead when he responded to a heckling Thunder fan sitting courtside.
Men’s volleyball splits ‘You Can Play’ tri-match, records historic win over Rivier

2 weeks ago | berkeleybeacon.com | Jordan Pagkalinawan

The Emerson men’s volleyball team wrapped up regular-season play on April 5, in a tri-match against Emmanuel College and Rivier University. They were swept by Emmanuel before defeating Rivier—the team’s first win over the Raiders in program history. “We’ve [beaten Rivier] plenty of times on the women’s side,” head coach Ben Read said. “Even [won] a GNAC championship [against them] 12 years ago. So, to do that today was awesome. We’re tired. [It’s an] eight-person roster, long season.