Chris Broussard
Sports journalist and NBA analyst
Broussard worked as a sports journalist and analyst specializing in basketball. Employed by ESPN, he co-hosted 'First Take' and contributed to coverage of the NBA, providing in-depth analysis and commentary. Before ESPN, Broussard was a writer for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, where he gained recognition for his basketball reporting. Throughout his career, he has been a prominent figure in sports media, known for insightful perspectives on players and teams. Besides ESPN, he has made contributions to Fox Sports and has appeared on various sports talk shows.
Co-hosted 'First Take' on ESPN
Reported for the Cleveland Plain Dealer
Contributed analysis for Fox Sports
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