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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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Spencer Dinwiddie's NBA title incentive might be lowest in sports history

The unique bonus stems back to the three-year contract he signed with the Washington Wizards in 2021. According to Dinwiddie, he agreed to that specific amount after his agent felt it would be hilarious to incentivize his client to do the impossible.

Draymond Green says his suspension was a blessing in disguise for Warriors

With the Warriors surging, Green explained how his absence served to benefit the team.

Kyle Kuzma chose to stay with Wizards over trade to Western contender

Wizards star Kyle Kuzma would have been in Dallas right now if he wanted to. While Kuzma doesn't have a no-trade clause, he was informed about a potential trade to the Mavericks by Wizards President Michael Winger, who was iffy about making the deal and wanted to hear Kuzma's thoughts about being shipped out.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is right to believe that Bucks have turned a corner

Milwaukee had held back-to-back opponents under 100 points for the first time in the season — a notable feat for the 23rd-ranked defense in the league.

NBA player's resemblance to Travis Kelce has now become a meme

Has anybody seen Travis Kelce and Jonas Valanciunas in the same room together?

NBA world reacts to Patrick Mahomes winning his third Super Bowl

There's a reason the only two scheduled NBA games on Sunday were matinee affairs. The league was kind (and wise) enough to allow its players to enjoy the Super Bowl festivities along with their families, and to the delight of hoopers and football fans everywhere, the big game delivered.

Paul George addresses rumors of a possible Pacers reunion

Paul George could headline a star-studded free agency class this summer, but how likely is it that he changes teams?

Kevin Durant hails Stephen Curry as a top-five player of all time

Kevin Durant probably got flashbacks of the time he was Stephen Curry's teammate when the latter drained a clutch three to give the Warriors a 113-112 win over his Suns on Saturday night.

Update on P.J. Tucker and other veterans hitting NBA buyout market

For teams that didn't (or couldn't) upgrade their rosters ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, the upcoming buyout market presents an opportunity to do so.

Knicks' NBA title odds surge following trade-deadline moves

It's almost inarguable that the New York Knicks won this year's NBA trade deadline day. 

Lakers, Spurs linked to a possible Trae Young trade in the summer

When the Hawks reached the Eastern Conference Finals in 2021, many believed they were primed to remain a contender for years, riding on the back of their blossoming star -- Trae Young.

Report: Philadelphia 76ers will pursue Paul George in free agency

Philadelphia 76ers boss Daryl Morey did a bunch of wheeling and dealing ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, but his plan to create over $50 million in cap space this summer remains intact.

Lakers among favorites to land Spencer Dinwiddie

The Los Angeles Lakers had a very quiet NBA trade deadline day, standing pat and not making any moves whatsoever. That could change on the buyout market.

Damian Lillard reacts to past rival Patrick Beverley becoming his teammate

Beverley will bring tenacity and grit to a Bucks team sorely missing those intangibles.

Celtics' Al Horford makes history with a stunning stat line

Even as the basketball world's focus remains on Thursday's NBA trade deadline, veteran big man Al Horford has quietly gone about rewriting the history books.

Pelicans, Hawks engaged in Dejounte Murray trade talks

The NBA trade deadline is 3 p.m. ET on Thursday. 

Suns trying to reunite Kevin Durant with Nets teammate ahead of trade deadline

The Suns are reportedly trying to reunite Kevin Durant with one of his former teammates from the Brooklyn Nets.

Watch: Warriors celebrate Klay Thompson's birthday on team plane

The Warriors have dealt with their fair share of on-court struggles this season, but their off-court camaraderie remains intact. 

Full list of 50 players reportedly available ahead of NBA trade deadline

There's no shortage of quality role-players and fringe All-Stars on the market.

Warriors' Andrew Wiggins eyed by two contenders ahead of NBA trade deadline

A pair of contenders are exploring a move for Wiggins.

Jaylen Brown 'seriously considering' taking part in NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Fun fact: The last time an NBA All-Star took part in that year's NBA Slam Dunk Contest was Victor Oladipo in 2018. Could that change in 2024?

Report: Lakers' D'Angelo Russell drawing trade interest from several teams

It's hard to think of another player who's scripted a quicker turnaround this season than Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell.

Patrick Mahomes: 'If I played basketball, I'd be just like Steph Curry'

Mahomes discussed who he would be if he played basketball instead of football.

Klay Thompson addresses being benched in crunch time of Warriors win

For Klay Thomspon, the sobering reality that he's no longer one of the elite players in the league is starting to set in.

Clippers' P.J. Tucker 'actively trying' to get traded

P.J. Tucker has not suited up for the Clippers since the Nov. 28 game against the Denver Nuggets.