NBA’s Felipe López Joins Telemundo Sports.
December 21, 2003
Renowned NBA player Felipe López joins Telemundo’s Sports Anchor Jessi Losada as Expert Analyst for “La NBA en Telemundo.” The announcement was made today by Jorge Hidalgo, Executive Vice President of Telemundo Sports.
López, who is currently inactive and rehabilitating after having missed the entire 2002-03 season with a torn ACL and MCL, will be providing Spanish-language basketball fans with his exclusive insight into the world of the NBA. Both López and Losada will be responsible for previewing Telemundo game broadcasts and recapping other games with highlights and analysis. López will also join Telemundo during its extensive coverage of NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles.
In addition to his studio duties, López will also join Losada for two game broadcasts, Denver vs. Dallas on January 31st at 1pm, and Miami vs. New Jersey on February 28th, also at 1pm.
“Felipe is a very charismatic and dynamic individual and we feel he will add a significant ingredient to the NBA property; a behind the scenes knowledge which will enhance our broadcasts and excite our viewers,” said Eli Velázquez, Executive Producer of Deportes Telemundo.