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“Is She Badder Than Anamaria Goltes?”: NBA Fans Go Crazy Over Malika Andrews’ Glowing Postgame Moment With Luka Doncic

NBA fans went crazy on social media after ESPN's Malika Andrews interviewed LA Lakers star Luka Doncic.

By Reign Amurao · Sportskeeda

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 11:36 PM

Key Things to Know

NBA fans reacted on social media to an edited, seemingly flirtatious postgame interview between Malika Andrews and Luka Doncic.
Luka Doncic led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 127-105 season-opening victory over the Golden State Warriors.
Andrews is married to ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin, while Doncic is single after parting with Anamaria Goltes in March.

The Story in 60 Seconds

NBA fans reacted heavily on social media after an edited video surfaced of ESPN reporter Malika Andrews interviewing Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic. The exchange occurred following the Lakers' 127-105 opening-night victory against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, where Doncic posted 28 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists.

Social media users edited footage of the conversation to make it appear flirtatious, prompting comparisons to Doncic's former partner Anamaria Goltes. However, Andrews is married to ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin, while Doncic confirmed he was merely referencing High School Musical during the professional postgame interaction.

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