ESPN Parts Ways with NBA Analyst Zach Lowe Amid Layoffs
In a surprising development, ESPN has laid off one of its most respected NBA analysts, Zach Lowe. This move comes as part of ESPN’s ongoing efforts to streamline its operations, reportedly linked to fiscal year-end planning. Sources indicate that Lowe’s seven-figure salary played a significant role in the decision, marking the end of his 12-year tenure with the sports network. Lowe’s contributions to ESPN have been substantial, from his deep-dive articles to his appearances on TV and his popular podcast, “The Lowe Post.”
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Lowe’s career at ESPN began in 2012 when he transitioned from Sports Illustrated to Grantland, the longform site founded by Bill Simmons. He was one of only a few writers to successfully make the leap from Grantland to ESPN when the site shut down in 2015. Known for his keen insight into the NBA, Lowe became a staple in basketball media, appearing regularly on ESPN’s "NBA Today" and "NBA Countdown," while continuing to host his podcast, which is widely regarded as one of the most informative in the league.
This layoff comes amid broader changes at ESPN, which recently saw NFL personalities like Robert Griffin III and Sam Ponder also being let go. In fact, Lowe’s exit closely follows the shocking retirement of NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, who decided to step away from journalism just weeks before the start of the 2024-25 NBA season. With Wojnarowski’s departure and now Lowe’s, ESPN’s NBA coverage seems to be entering a transitional phase.
Lowe’s departure has already sparked speculation about his next move, with many suggesting that he could find a new home at The Ringer, the sports and pop culture platform also founded by Simmons. Regardless of where Lowe lands, his impact on the world of NBA journalism is undeniable. For more than a decade, he has provided fans with insightful analysis, breaking down complex plays and transactions, and offering in-depth coverage of the NBA's inner workings. His absence at ESPN will certainly be felt as the network reshuffles its talent pool.
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