Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Malika Andrews
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Malika Andrews made an impact.
Malika Andrews is an American sports journalist and reporter currently hosting NBA Today on ESPN. She joined ESPN in 2018 as an online NBA writer. She made history as the youngest sideline reporter for the network during the 2020 NBA Bubble. Recognized for her accomplishments, Andrews was named in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for sports in 2021.
2017: Graduation from University of Portland
In 2017, Malika Andrews graduated from the University of Portland with a communications degree, after working as a sports writer, sports editor, and editor-in-chief of The Beacon, the school newspaper.
2017: Introduced Herself to Adrian Wojnarowski
In 2017, Malika Andrews introduced herself to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski at an NBA Summer League game, after he had read her work at The Beacon.
2019: Giannis Antetokounmpo Walked Out of Press Conference
In 2019, after the Bucks lost to the Toronto Raptors in the Eastern Conference Finals, Giannis Antetokounmpo walked out of the press conference, upset about an article Malika Andrews wrote suggesting he might leave Milwaukee if the Bucks didn't improve to win the title before he became a free agent in 2021.
2020: Led the NBA Draft Telecast
In 2020, Malika Andrews led the NBA draft telecast with virtual interviews of the top draftees.
2020: Entered the NBA Bubble
In 2020, Malika Andrews was among the first reporters to enter the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for the completion of the 2019–20 NBA season in the Bubble.
July 6, 2021: ABC Sideline Reporter for NBA Finals
On July 6, 2021, Malika Andrews was announced as ABC's sideline reporter for the NBA Finals coverage, replacing Rachel Nichols.
December 2021: Kendra Andrews Hired by ESPN
In December 2021, Kendra Andrews, Malika Andrews' younger sister, was hired by ESPN to cover the Golden State Warriors.
2021: Giannis Antetokounmpo free agency
In 2021, Giannis Antetokounmpo was approaching free agency, influenced by an article that Andrews wrote in 2019.
2021: Moved to Los Angeles
In 2021, Malika Andrews moved to Los Angeles, where she hosts NBA Today on ESPN.
March 2022: Appearance in Playoffs on NBA Lane
In March 2022, Malika Andrews appeared in the short film entitled "Playoffs on NBA Lane", alongside Marv Albert, promoting the 2022 NBA playoffs.
June 23, 2022: Hosted the NBA Draft
On June 23, 2022, Malika Andrews made history by becoming the first woman to host the NBA Draft.
December 2025: Co-Anchor on Good Morning America
In December 2025, Malika Andrews filled in as a co-anchor for a week on Good Morning America.
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