Welcome to The Sporting Tribune Podcast Network and a new episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, our every-weekday show on sports in Southern California, Las Vegas and Hawaii.
Hosted by Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Eric Lambkins II, today’s episode covers a wild night in college football and the shifting landscape of L.A. basketball.
Segment One — Miami’s Thriller in the CFP Semifinal & What’s Next:The hosts open with a breakdown of Miami’s thrilling win in the College Football Playoff Semifinal, reacting to the late-game drama, key moments, and standout performances. The conversation then turns to predictions for the rest of the CFP, including who has momentum, which matchups favor whom, and what Miami’s win changes about the title picture.
I'm LIVE on the @SportingTrib's X with @Gmona48 talking about Miami playing at home for the college football national championship, the Rams and Chargers going into the playoffs this weekend and the current state of the Lakers and Clippers to start 2026. https://t.co/ZaQRhgMoSe
— Arash Markazi (@ArashMarkazi) January 9, 2026
Segment Two — Clippers Rolling, Lakers Question Marks:In the second segment, the focus shifts to the NBA. The crew discusses the Clippers’ winning ways, what’s finally clicking, and how sustainable their run looks. On the other side of town, they examine the Lakers’ ongoing issues despite a strong record, breaking down concerns about consistency, depth, and postseason viability.
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