Derek Futterman

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Derek Futterman is a former associate editor and sports media reporter for Barrett Media. He previously interned for Paramount within Showtime Networks, wrote for the Long Island Herald and served as lead sports producer at NY2C. Find him on X @derekfutterman.

Cassidy Hubbarth is Focused on Engaging NBA Fans on ESPN

“When I look back on my career and I think, ‘What is the time when I was feeling at my best?,’ it was on the NBA Tonight desk."

Shams Charania Wants to Work With People Who Are As Hungry As He Is

“There’s not really an offseason for the NBA, and I think that’s what makes the league fun...that’s what makes it so exciting and makes you want to get up every day in the morning.”

MLB Network Going All-In With Winter Meetings Coverage

“You’re chasing news the entire time. We’re obviously trying to make sure everything we’re getting is accurate – that’s most important – because there can be a lot of false information out there.”

Mike Silver Has An NFL Backstage Pass

“When you go through a career transition like that, let alone during a pandemic, you find out a referendum on all your relationships."

Jared Greenberg Took Leap of Faith With NBA on TNT

“You walk into the studio here in Atlanta on any given night and it’s a who’s who of some of the greatest players of all time.”

Breaking

Sports Media Insider Jimmy Traina Announces Departure From Sports Illustrated

"After 20+ years, I have made the difficult decision to leave Sports Illustrated. It’s time for me to do something different & evolve with the changing sports media landscape."

Charlotte Hornets Sign Over-The-Air Broadcast Agreement With COX Media For 2026-2027 Season

"This partnership with Cox Media Group is about serving our life-long Hornets fans, the many new fans that are moving to our market every day as well as developing the next generation of future Hornets fans."

Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Buys Los Angeles Lakers in $12 Billion Deal

"Our long-term commitment is to build on that foundation, compete at the highest level, and serve this extraordinary team, its fans, and the city of Los Angeles."

Damien Woody Departing ESPN After 15 Years

"Being at ESPN for 15 years, it’s been an absolute joy."