Matt Evans

Education:
Leeds Beckett University, St John's University
Location:
Paris, France

Experience

Matt Evans is a sports journalist from the United Kingdom, currently based in Paris, France. He has covered a wide range of sports including basketball, football, boxing, MMA, and motorsports, with a particular focus on the NBA over the past decade.

Matt has contributed to multiple established outlets and has produced both written and visual content for organizations such as NBA Europe, FIBA and the EuroLeague. His work often blends news reporting, analysis, and long-form storytelling, with a strong interest in player development and the NBA G League.

Over the years, Matt has interviewed a number of current and former NBA players, including Shaquille O’Neal, Chris Bosh, and Dominique Wilkins, alongside emerging talent from across the league.

Education

Matt studied Sports Business Management at Leeds Beckett University, completing a semester abroad at St John’s University in New York, and is educated to Master’s degree level.

Latest Articles From Matt Evans

Lakers Eye “Big-Time Rebounder” Sleeper Prospect Ahead of NBA Draft

Lakers Eye “Big-Time Rebounder” Sleeper Prospect Ahead of NBA Draft

Lakers Risk Missing Out on Draft Target as Prospect Eyes Rival Move

Lakers Risk Missing Out on Draft Target as Prospect Eyes Rival Move

Lakers Set to Work Out Polarizing Frontcourt Prospect Ahead of NBA Draft

Lakers Set to Work Out Polarizing Frontcourt Prospect Ahead of NBA Draft

Lakers Tipped as Landing Spot for $16 Million Polarizing Two-Way Wing

Lakers Tipped as Landing Spot for $16 Million Polarizing Two-Way Wing

Lakers Continue to Expand Pre-Draft Search, Eye Defensive-Minded Standout

Lakers Continue to Expand Pre-Draft Search, Eye Defensive-Minded Standout

Boston Celtics Monitoring Fast-Rising Frontcourt Prospect Ahead of Draft

Boston Celtics Monitoring Fast-Rising Frontcourt Prospect Ahead of Draft

Lakers Dealt Major Blow in Pursuit of Star 3-and-D Wing

Lakers Dealt Major Blow in Pursuit of Star 3-and-D Wing

Proposed Draft Day Trade Lands Lakers Top Target in “Win-Now” Move

Proposed Draft Day Trade Lands Lakers Top Target in “Win-Now” Move

Lakers Tipped to “Shake Up” Center Rotation With 7-Foot Sharpshooter

Lakers Tipped to “Shake Up” Center Rotation With 7-Foot Sharpshooter

Lakers Hit With Bad News on $190 Million All-Star Target

Lakers Hit With Bad News on $190 Million All-Star Target

Lakers Expand Search for Perimeter Reinforcements Ahead of NBA Draft

Lakers Expand Search for Perimeter Reinforcements Ahead of NBA Draft

Lakers Expected to Retain Key Contributor Despite Looming $200M Decision

Lakers Expected to Retain Key Contributor Despite Looming $200M Decision

Knicks Among Several Teams Monitoring ‘Immovable’ Big Man Prospect

Knicks Among Several Teams Monitoring ‘Immovable’ Big Man Prospect

Lakers Among Several Teams Monitoring Elite Three-Point Shooter

Lakers Among Several Teams Monitoring Elite Three-Point Shooter

Lakers Zero In on Frontcourt Talent Ahead of 2026 NBA Draft

Lakers Zero In on Frontcourt Talent Ahead of 2026 NBA Draft

Lakers Could Take Risk on ‘Throwback Center’ as Ayton Replacement

Lakers Could Take Risk on ‘Throwback Center’ as Ayton Replacement

Lakers Add ‘Literal Rocket Scientist’ in Major Front Office Shakeup

Lakers Add ‘Literal Rocket Scientist’ in Major Front Office Shakeup

Lakers Eye 6-Foot-10 ‘High-Motor’ Big Man Ahead of NBA Draft

Lakers Eye 6-Foot-10 ‘High-Motor’ Big Man Ahead of NBA Draft

Lakers Get Major Update on Top Targets Ahead of Crucial Offseason

Lakers Get Major Update on Top Targets Ahead of Crucial Offseason

Lakers ‘Zeroing In’ on $67M Trade Target to Upgrade Wing Depth

Lakers ‘Zeroing In’ on $67M Trade Target to Upgrade Wing Depth

Knicks Could Take Risk on ‘Outstanding Defensive’ Forward to Boost Frontcourt

Knicks Could Take Risk on ‘Outstanding Defensive’ Forward to Boost Frontcourt

Lakers Suddenly Hit With Encouraging News on ‘Dream’ Center Target

Lakers Suddenly Hit With Encouraging News on ‘Dream’ Center Target

Lakers Tipped to Add ‘Top-Ranked’ Forward to Transform Frontcourt Depth

Lakers Tipped to Add ‘Top-Ranked’ Forward to Transform Frontcourt Depth

Lakers Encouraged to Pursue $108M Rim-Protecting Duo in Crucial Offseason

Lakers Encouraged to Pursue $108M Rim-Protecting Duo in Crucial Offseason

Lakers Could Target 6-Foot-6 Wing Shooter in Major Roster Shakeup

Lakers Could Target 6-Foot-6 Wing Shooter in Major Roster Shakeup

Lakers Tipped to Transform Depth in Massive Proposed Roster Overhaul

Lakers Tipped to Transform Depth in Massive Proposed Roster Overhaul

Lakers Urged to Pursue $19 Million All-Star Despite Playoff Struggles

Lakers Urged to Pursue $19 Million All-Star Despite Playoff Struggles

Lakers Encouraged to Move On From $16 Million Frontcourt ‘Disappointment’

Lakers Encouraged to Move On From $16 Million Frontcourt ‘Disappointment’

Lakers Urged to Cut Ties With $53M Star Following ‘Ugly’ Playoff Series

Lakers Urged to Cut Ties With $53M Star Following ‘Ugly’ Playoff Series

Lakers Urged to Avoid Pursuit of $60 Million Failed Experiment in Free Agency

Lakers Urged to Avoid Pursuit of $60 Million Failed Experiment in Free Agency

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