<p>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 &amp; Mario Chalmers ✅ His NBA draft journey, workouts with the Boston Celtics &amp; Lakers Summer League ✅ Choosing to play pro basketball in Mexico and what it meant for his career ✅ Giving back to young athletes through mentorship &amp; 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&#39;t miss this exclusive insight into the journey of a Southgate legend! 🔔 Subscribe, Like &amp; 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?</p>