La La Anthony & NBA Legend Showers Taylor Rooks With Love Over Major Amazon Deal

Amazon’s NBA coverage will officially be star-studded and so is the support for it. As most fans would know, basketball legends Dirk Nowitzki and Blake Griffin are teaming up with acclaimed sports journalist Taylor Rooks for Amazon Prime’s debut NBA coverage. Rooks announced the exciting collaboration on Tuesday through her Instagram account and the love was evident.

In her heartfelt caption, the 32-year-old journalist expressed her excitement and gratitude for this career milestone. “A dream came true today. I’ve never felt more proud,” she captioned her IG post. She further expressed her joy at the opportunity of hosting Amazon’s NBA coverage alongside legends like Nowitzki and Griffin. “The NBA has been a community for me my entire career,” she added.

While the show’s title and release date remain under wraps, the announcement has already generated significant buzz. Big names from the sports and entertainment world have rallied to support Rooks.

La La Anthony commented on her post, saying, “Super proud of you!!! This is AMAZING!!! Can’t wait…” Former NBA star Vince Carter also joined in, writing, “Congrats @taylorrooks” in the comments.

Rooks has a vast portfolio in the media industry. The 32-year-old has worked for the Big Ten Network, been a sideline reporter for CBS Sports Network, and worked as a host, reporter, and correspondent at SportsNet New York, before making it to NBA on TNT last year.

Now, although Taylor Rooks brings years of media experience to the table, Nowitzki and Griffin are relatively newcomers to broadcasting. But Dirk has occasionally appeared on Inside the NBA. Blake, meanwhile, is expected to bring his humor, showcased during his appearance on Comedy Central’s Roast of Alec Baldwin.

For those unaware, the NBA coverage on Amazon Prime will begin from season 2025-26 which marks the commencement of the streaming giant’s 11-year, $20 billion agreement with the NBA.

Blake Griffin and Dirk Nowitzki alongside Taylor Rooks are just the start for Amazon

Amazon is stepping up its game in the sports streaming arena, and the names joining their lineup are sure to grab your attention. It’s also important to highlight that of the aforementioned three stars, Nowitzki’s addition is especially intriguing, as it hints at Amazon’s potential plan to cater to European fans with daytime broadcasts in the US, perfectly timed for Europe’s primetime viewers.

But that’s not all. Ian Eagle has also been tapped as Amazon’s lead play-by-play announcer. If you’re wondering who he’ll be paired with, you’re not alone—Amazon hasn’t revealed that yet. What’s certain is that they’re breaking new ground, airing six conference finals exclusively on their platform, marking a major milestone in sports streaming.

And the talent search isn’t over. Word is that Amazon is in talks with Dwyane Wade. Imagine the energy he could bring to the studio or game coverage. With Rooks landing among such big names, it can be an Ernie Johnson-like opportunity for her to create her own identity as a media professional. No wonder the likes of Vince Carter and La La Anthony are happy for Taylor.