The Lit Outlet Podcast | Special Guest: Lorenzo MataIn this episode of The Lit Outlet Podcast, host Moses AKA NoMo sits down with Southgate basketball legend and former UCLA Bruin, Lorenzo Mata! This is a dream interview for Moses, as Mata’s impact on Southgate sports history is undeniable. 🎙️ Topics Covered: ✅ Growing up in Southgate, South Central, and Huntington Park ✅ Discovering basketball late but grinding his way to UCLA ✅ The pressure and experience of being a top high school recruit ✅ Life as a college athlete at one of the most prestigious programs ✅ Competing against NBA stars like Jordan Farmar, Nick Young & Mario Chalmers ✅ His NBA draft journey, workouts with the Boston Celtics & Lakers Summer League ✅ Choosing to play pro basketball in Mexico and what it meant for his career ✅ Giving back to young athletes through mentorship & all-Latino All-Star games ✅ His passion for sports card collecting, running a card shop in Studio City, and crazy deals he’s made ✅ Future plans for fatherhood, family, and community involvement This episode is filled with inspiration, nostalgia, and real talk about basketball, life, and staying true to your roots. Don't miss this exclusive insight into the journey of a Southgate legend! 🔔 Subscribe, Like & Comment if you enjoyed this episode! 📍 Follow Lorenzo Mata: [@LorenzoMata14](https://www.instagram.com/lorenzomata14) 📍 Visit SportsSource 2 in Studio City for the best sports card deals! #TheLitOutletPodcast #LorenzoMata #SouthgateLegend #uclabasketball #nba #basketballjourney #sportscards #mentorship #podcast Pull up Turn up Stay LitThank you for watching and please like, Subscribe and most importantly Share.https://www.instagram.com/thelitoutlet/https://www.instagram.com/knomoe23/https://www.patreon.com/join/TheLitOutlet?