Shams Charania Joins ESPN as Senior NBA Insider

Charania steps into the role following Adrian Wojnarowski's retirement, marking a new era for ESPN's NBA coverage.

Shams Charania, 30, will replace his former mentor Adrian Wojnarowski as ESPN's lead NBA insider.
Charania announced his move from The Athletic, Stadium, and FanDuel TV to ESPN on October 7, 2024.
Wojnarowski retired from journalism in September to become the general manager of St. Bonaventure's men's basketball team.
Pat McAfee, an ESPN contributor, advocated for Charania's hiring, highlighting his fit for the role.
Charania's hiring ends speculation about potential internal candidates like Jeff Passan and Adam Schefter.