Mark Bartelstein
Mark Bartelstein is a prominent sports agent known for representing several high-profile NBA players. He has built a reputation for his expertise in contract negotiations and player management, often guiding athletes through the complexities of their professional careers. Recently, he was in the news for representing NBA star Bobby Portis, who was suspended for 25 games due to a misunderstanding involving a prohibited substance. Bartelstein stated that Portis took tramadol mistakenly, believing it to be toradol, which is permissible in the league.
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Recent news mentions
Mark Bartelstein is mentioned as an agent for Mo Bamba in the context of his signing with the Utah Jazz.
Mo Bamba: NBA contract update: Utah Jazz give former top-10 pick Mo Bamba surprising 10-day lifeline | NBA News
India· 2026-02-26
Portis’ agent Mark Bartelstein said that the 30-year-old had mistakenly believed he was taking another pain medication called Toradol.
Bobby Portis Jr.: Milwaukee Bucks forward banned for 25 games after testing positive for Tramadol
United States· 2025-02-21
Mark Bartelstein, Portis's agent, expressed his disappointment over the suspension.
שחקן מילווקי מה-NBA הושעה מ-25 משחקים
Israel· 2025-02-21
Mark Bartelstein is Portis's agent who stated that the player took tramadol by mistake.
NBA-stjärnan Bobby Portis stängs av i 25 matcher
Sweden· 2025-02-20