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Sean Keane

NBA Writer

Sean Keane is a sportswriter and a comedian based in Oakland, California, with experience covering the NBA, MLB, NFL and Ice Cube’s three-on-three basketball league, The Big 3. He’s written for Comedy Central’s “Another Period,” ESPN the Magazine, and Audible.com. His debut album “America’s Uncle Dad” debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes comedy chart and since 2016, he’s co-hosted the NBA podcast “Roundball Rock. In 2014, the San Francisco Bay Guardian named Keane an “Outstanding Local Discovery” and promptly went out of business.

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NBA, NFL, MLB

Warner Brothers adding live sports to streaming platform

Cord-cutting viewers are making cable sports less profitable. That's why one huge rights holder is moving live sports to streaming.

Eagles' Jason Kelce calls brother's Taylor Swift rumors: '100% true'

Are Chiefs TE Travis Kelce and pop icon Taylor Swift dating? Eagles All-Pro Jason Kelce gave his two cents on his brother's off-field exploits.

Disgruntled Trail Blazers star expected to dig in heels on trade destination

Damian Lillard wants to play for the Miami Heat, and apparently there is no other destination he's willing to go to. Will another team try to acquire him anyway?

Hall of Famer warns Timberwolves stars not to repeat his mistake

The Timberwolves have a star partnership in Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards. Kevin Garnett has seen that go wrong.

Celtics may have a Malcolm Brogdon problem

The Boston Celtics tried to trade Malcolm Brogdon. Now he's back, and he might not be happy.

Sixers add 20-point scorer for wing depth

The Philadelphia 76ers still don't know what will happen with James Harden. So they added some insurance. One of the last remaining free agents, Kelly Oubre Jr.

ESPN insider claims Clippers shut down James Harden trade talks

James Harden called Daryl Morey a "liar" for not trading him. But according to Brian Windhorst, it was the Clippers who shut down trade talks.

Another Klutch Sports client cashes in with Lakers

If you want to get a big contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, it helps if LeBron James' good friend is your agent. Jarred Vanderbilt became the most recent client of Klutch Sports, the agency run by James' close friend Rich Paul, to sign a lucrative contract with the Lakers.

Empty locker could signal end of Shohei Ohtani’s Angels career

Shohei Ohtani is a free agent this winter, and he’s already cleared out of the Angels clubhouse. Ohtani has had a tremendous season, hitting .304 at the plate with a league-leading 44 home runs.

Rockies both lose no-hitter and win game in the ninth inning

The Colorado Rockies gave their fans quite the wild ninth inning on Friday, both losing a combined no-hitter and walking off the win within a span of minutes.

Steph Curry tries to match Tiger Woods in new golf show

Steph Curry is taking his golf game to a new stage, trying to match some of the great shots from Tiger Woods' highlight-filled career.

New NBA rest rules could force Damian Lillard onto court

If the Blazers don't find a deal for their superstar, expect to see Lillard in a Portland uniform next year. The team can't afford to bench him.

Clippers considering innovative new season-ticket model

Ballmer has been vocal about trying to end the Clippers' status as the secondary team to the Lakers in Los Angeles.

NBA versions of the Aaron Rodgers injury

Four-time NFL MVP QB Aaron Rodgers suffered a season-ending injury four plays into his highly publicized debut with the New York Jets. There's been a few similar incidents in the NBA.

Warriors star thinks team can match Michael Jordan's titles

The Golden State Warriors have 14-to-1 odds to win the title this year. Draymond Green thinks they have a great chance to win. And win again.

Don't expect the Spurs to make the playoffs

No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama is the most exciting NBA prospect in years, but you'll have to catch him in the regular season.

Three destinations for Cameron Payne

Cameron Payne had a great playoffs last year. The Spurs are letting him try to get back there.

Rockets should show zero tolerance for Kevin Porter Jr. after arrest

Kevin Porter Jr. was arrested for assaulting his girlfriend Monday. The Houston Rockets should release him before he's released from custody.

Luka Doncic's fatal flaw revealed in World Cup

Luka Doncic can beat any player on the basketball court. But that doesn't mean there isn't something keeping him from reaching his full potential.

Lakers' plan for center position may backfire

The Davis-at-forward experiment could lead to some rough shooting nights for the Lake Show.

Team USA stock up, down: Bronze-medal edition

Team USA lost to Germany in the FIBA World Cup semifinal and will now play Canada for the bronze medal. Here's a look at whose stock is up or down with the American basketball team.

FIBA World Cup results up the stakes for Joel Embiid recruitment

The United States and France had disappointing World Cup tournaments. That may lead to some intense recruiting. Joel Embiid, the reigning NBA MVP, has never competed in international basketball.

Upsets abound in FIBA World Cup semifinals

The much-anticipated USA-Canada FIBA battle is going to happen. In the third-place game.

Dillon Brooks giving Canada a puncher's chance

Dillon Brooks has had plenty of dustups in his NBA career. Now he's fighting for his country. 

All-Star 'snub' started James Harden's discontent with 76ers

James Harden felt snubbed when the 76ers didn't offer him a max contract. But that wasn't the first snub that bothered him.