Malika Andrews’ ESPN Presence Grows With NBA Draft Coverage (EXCLUSIVE)
Brian Steinberg Senior TV EditorMalika Andrews is capping off a quick journey that has taken her from the sidelines of NBA games to a central seat at many of its big events.The sportscaster is taking over the host duties of ESPN’s NBA Draft, succeeding Rece Davis, who led the broadcast for more than a decade. In doing so, Andrews cements her status as one of ESPN’s mainstay journalists, having been awarded hosting duties on “NBA Today” in 2021.The June 23 Draft broadcast, emanating from Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, will top off Andrews’ busy schedule in weeks ahead. She will also host the NBA Draft Lottery telecast this evening at 8 p.m.