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Sai Mohan

NBA Writer

A veteran sportswriter based in Portugal, Sai currently covers the NBA for Yardbarker, Heavy and a few Portuguese news outlets. He had the honor of covering a FIFA World Cup, a Wimbledon, a few F1 Grand Prix and a Winter Olympics as a newspaper reporter in his past life. Some of his all-time favorite athletes include Mike Tyson, Larry Bird, Luís Figo, Ayrton Senna, Steffi Graf and Tim Duncan. Sai moonlights as a wellness industry propagandist who constantly asks people to make healthier lifestyle choices. He realizes it's an annoying trait.

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One thing that could doom Thunder come playoff time

The Thunder are rolling this season, put one shortcoming could cause their downfall in the playoffs.

Nets receive worrisome injury update on Ben Simmons

Simmons continues to battle injuries.

Paul George discusses 'ideal' playoff scenario for Clippers

George discussed the stretch run of the season as the Clippers battle for position in the West.

Will another NBA player reach 40K points? Lakers star doesn't think so

When Kareem Abdul-Jabbar finished up with 38,387 points in 1989, nobody would have predicted a player nearing his record, let alone surpassing it. Yet, LeBron James created a near 2,000-point separation over the weekend by reaching the 40,000-point mark.

Watch: Knicks star grabs Donovan Mitchell's chain after trash-talking him

A rivalry is brewing between the Knicks and Cavaliers. After knocking off the higher-seeded Cavaliers in last year's postseason, the Knicks once again have the number of their Eastern Conference rivals.

Stephen Curry admits Celtics remind him of his dynastic Warriors

On Sunday, the Celtics became the first team in NBA history to notch up three 50-plus point wins in the same season. The star player of their latest victim had a strong response to Boston's play.

Warriors' Moses Moody praised for his stellar defense against Knicks

With Andrew Wiggins taking an indefinite leave of absence, a spot has opened up in the Warriors' starting lineup. Over the past two games, Moses Moody -- as one of Golden State's starting forwards --has been playing like a man ready to seize his opportunity.

NBA legend feels no team fears the Lakers or Warriors

Unlike other contenders, neither the Lakers nor the Warriors are currently guaranteed a playoff berth.

Report: Klay Thompson's relationship with Warriors ownership 'has suffered some strain'

The upcoming offseason might be the most significant of Klay Thompson's storied career and it doesn't sound like he's completely on the same page with his team's front office.

Team USA's roster for 2024 Paris Olympics starting to take shape

The 12-man roster to represent Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics is starting to take shape.

Tyrese Haliburton and other leap-year babies in sports

For 99.9% of the world's population, Feb. 29 represents the "extra day" they ought to make the most of. However, to about five million people, it's the birthday they've been waiting four years for.

Report: NBA investigating if excessive scoring is a problem

It remains to be seen if the NBA amends any rules to bring back a semblance of parity between offense and defense. 

Where Max Strus' buzzer-beater ranks in NBA history in terms of distance

The Cavaliers guard produced a performance for the ages on Tuesday.

NBA exec thinks Victor Wembanyama will be greatest defender ever

Victor Wembanyama continues to amaze with his versatility and agility for a man of his size. It's led some to make some bold claims about the rookie.

Stephen A. Smith blames LeBron James for Bronny James facing criticism

On Monday, LeBron James deleted several social media posts that were directed at media members and scouts who've been analyzing the future prospects of his son, Bronny James.

GTA 6 rumored to bring back basketball mini game

The next GTA 6 announcement is expected to take place in May. 

LeBron James lashes out at draft projections on Bronny James

ESPN seemingly upset one LeBron James by releasing its latest NBA mock draft on Monday. 

Draymond Green slams NBA MVP voters for disrespecting Jayson Tatum

For years, "best player on the best team" was the simple argument that held up while making a case for an NBA MVP. This year, Jayson Tatum is in danger of falling victim to that changing narrative.

Watch: Doc Rivers gets booed in his return to Philadelphia

Rivers coached the Sixers between the 2019-20 and 2022-23 seasons. During his tenure, the Sixers failed to advance past the second round in all three years.

Chet Holmgren is rewriting history amid Victor Wembanyama fanfare

When it comes to NBA rookies, all the focus is on Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama, but Chet Holmgren is the real deal, too.

Mavericks are the scariest team in the West, per two former NBA champions

Now that Doncic has legitimate weapons and another expert ball-handler in Irving, watch out, NBA.

NBA legends pick which Western Conference team will reach NBA Finals

One West squad's ability to put away good teams has caught the attention of two NBA legends.

Report: LeBron James eyeing new nine-figure contract with Lakers

Fans of the Lakers who are worried about LeBron James leaving town in the offseason can rest easy -- if ESPN's Brian Windhorst is to be believed. 

Warriors owner on push to trade for LeBron James: 'We are not here to screw around'

When asked to comment on the nixed trade, Joe Lacob stressed that he won't allow his franchise to become a middling team not competing for titles.