Robert Marvi

Santa Monica

Managing editor for @lebron_wire and @ninersdailycom. I also cover the NBA and NFL for @ahnfiredigital, @thecoldwire and @NFLAnalysisNet.

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Articles

Why Game 2 is almost literally a must-win game for the Lakers

4 days ago | lebronwire.usatoday.com | Robert Marvi

A lot of people expected the Los Angeles Lakers to begin their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves with a win on Saturday. After all, the Lakers were playing at home in front of their loving fans at Crypto.com Arena and have more star power. Instead, they got walloped after a promising first quarter to the tune of a 117-95 blowout loss.
One troubling offensive stat for the Lakers in Game 1

4 days ago | lebronwire.usatoday.com | Robert Marvi

When JJ Redick was hired to be the Los Angeles Lakers' head coach last June, he vowed to bring a new emphasis on attention to detail, analytics and organization. Part of them meant less "random basketball," meaning freelance offense early in the shot clock when a team has nothing in transition. However, as this season has progressed, the Lakers have seemingly devolved into more one and two-man basketball with meager movement off the ball.
LeBron James on the Lakers getting used to playoff intensity in Game 1

4 days ago | lebronwire.usatoday.com | Robert Marvi

The fans at Crypto.com Arena were certainly ready for Game 1 of the first-round playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. They brought a decent buzz and amount of energy to the arena, which hadn't hosted a Game 1 involving the Lakers since 2012. But even though they got out to a 28-21 lead at the end of the first quarter, the Lakers may not have been ready for what they were up against.
Caitlin Clark's Fever Teammate Makes First Post After Announcing Engagement

4 days ago | yardbarker.com | Robert Marvi

The Fever appeared to do well in the draft just days ago by selecting Makayla Timpson, Bree Hall and Yvonne Ejim. In particular, Timpson could greatly help them on both ends of the floor after averaging 17.5 points, 10.6 rebounds and 3.1 blocks per game this past season at Florida State. However, Indiana may not be able to keep any of those three draftees. The team had 12 players on its roster going into the draft, which is the league maximum, and it has almost no salary cap space.
JJ Redick feels the Lakers weren't ready for Game 1 in one regard

4 days ago | lebronwire.usatoday.com | Robert Marvi

The Los Angeles Lakers got thoroughly outclassed in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday, They lost by a final score of 117-95, and in particular, they got beaten like a drum in a few statistical categories. Rebounding was a big problem, and it was worse than the numbers would suggest. Los Angeles got outrebounded 44-38, and it allowed the Timberwolves to grab 11 offensive rebounds, which led to 23 second-chance points.
Caitlin Clark's Fever Teammate Makes First Post After Announcing Engagement

4 days ago | athlonsports.com | Robert Marvi

After going 20-20 and getting swept in the first round of the WNBA playoffs last season, the Indiana Fever look to have a team that could possibly go very deep in the playoffs and perhaps even compete for a championship. They have assembled an impressive roster that includes reigning Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark, forward/center Aliyah Boston and key reserve Lexie Hull.
No. 4 College Basketball Recruit Receives Major Recruiting Update

4 days ago | athlonsports.com | Robert Marvi

Nate Ament, a 6-foot-9 power forward from Virginia, is one of the nation's top high school recruits this year. According to 247sports, he is ranked No. 4 overall among recruits in the class of 2025, and the question is which school he will commit to for the 2025-26 NCAA season. 247Sports' "Crystal Ball" has Ament eventually going to the Tennessee Volunteers. According to Recruits News, Tennessee does appear to be the favorite to land him.
Hailey Van Lith Turns Heads With New Post on Saturday

4 days ago | athlonsports.com | Robert Marvi

Hailey Van Lith, one of the top players in women's college basketball this past season, is heading to the Chicago Sky after being taken with the No. 11 overall pick in the WNBA Draft. She will team up there with All-Star Angel Reese, her former teammate at Louisiana State, and look to turn the Sky into a playoff team this season. In the meantime, Van Lith seems to be enjoying her offseason.
Lakers player grades: The Timberwolves shock L.A. in Game 1

4 days ago | lebronwire.usatoday.com | Robert Marvi

There was a good deal of optimism surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers as they entered Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. It was the first Game 1 they played at home since 2012, and many have felt they have a real shot at winning this season's NBA championship. But the Timberwolves popped that optimism and have replaced it with a good amount of concern, at least for the time being.
Kawhi Leonard Reveals Clippers' Unexpected Mood After Game 1 Loss to Nuggets

4 days ago | yardbarker.com | Robert Marvi

The Clippers got a vintage performance from All-Star guard James Harden, who shot 11-of-22 from the field and scored 32 points, to go along with 11 assists. Center Ivica Zubac, who has been playing the best basketball of his life lately, added 21 points and 13 rebounds. Leonard hit nine of his 15 field-goal attempts to score 22 points, but he committed seven turnovers. In overtime, with the game hanging in the balance, he took just one shot and scored only two points.