On Media Day, the Lakers were all smiles—hope in the air, optimism on every face. But within weeks, reality began to set in.
From L.A., Yoko Miyaji captures the tension, the anticipation, and the human side of a team living between expectation and endurance.
A writer for The Playmaker, I coach players and study the game through player development and basketball theory. I collaborate with Chris Sasaki on media and analysis projects, delivering clear, practical insights for both players and fans.
A writer for The Playmaker, I coach players and study the game through player development and basketball theory. I collaborate with Chris Sasaki on media and analysis projects, delivering clear, practical insights for both players and fans.
A writer for The Playmaker, I coach players and study the game through player development and basketball theory. I collaborate with Chris Sasaki on media and analysis projects, delivering clear, practical insights for both players and fans.
Writer/coach collaborating with NBA events & coaching Japanese youth through Eigo de Basket. Holds a Master’s in Advanced Education. Combines on-court coaching insight with expert NBA analysis and player development knowledge to cover the NBA.
A writer for The Playmaker, I coach players and study the game through player development and basketball theory. I collaborate with Chris Sasaki on media and analysis projects, delivering clear, practical insights for both players and fans.
Born in New York and raised in Tokyo, Chris transitioned into broadcasting and analysis after retiring as a player. Known for his clear delivery and data-driven insights, he now works as a commentator, reporter, simultaneous interpreter, and writer.
A writer for The Playmaker, I coach players and study the game through player development and basketball theory. I collaborate with Chris Sasaki on media and analysis projects, delivering clear, practical insights for both players and fans.
A writer for The Playmaker, I coach players and study the game through player development and basketball theory. I collaborate with Chris Sasaki on media and analysis projects, delivering clear, practical insights for both players and fans.
A writer for The Playmaker, I coach players and study the game through player development and basketball theory. I collaborate with Chris Sasaki on media and analysis projects, delivering clear, practical insights for both players and fans.