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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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NBA, Tennis, Boxing, Pro Wrestling

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.

Report: Pistons eyeing Sixers' Tobias Harris

Sixers forward Tobias Harris is in the middle of his best statistical season since 2021-22, and appears to have caught the attention of at least one Eastern Conference rival.

Bucks smoked in fourth quarter by Jazz, drop to 1-3 under Rivers

At this point, the oddsmakers in Las Vegas might be too generous to the Milwaukee Bucks in giving them the third-best odds to capture the NBA Championship in June. 

LeBron James applies trade-deadline pressure on Lakers brass as possible free agency looms

As was the case before last year's trade deadline, the all-time great is applying pressure on Lakers brass to improve the team's roster. And the fact that this summer provides James with his first chance to become a free agent since 2019 gives his position more power.

LeBron James blasts media members for questioning Joel Embiid's injury status

LeBron James seemingly woke up and chose violence on this Friday morning.

Former Warriors star feels franchise shouldn't have paid Andrew Wiggins

There's growing doubt over Wiggins' future in Golden State.

Warriors' Draymond Green latest to call out NBA's 65-game rule

The NBA's new 65-game rule -- which endangers players from missing out on regular season awards and contractual bonuses -- has proven to be a polarizing debate among the NBA community.

Report: Warriors won't trade Klay Thompson, Draymond Green

It appears Golden State's famed Big 3 of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green -- the winningest trio in NBA Finals history -- won’t be splitting up just yet.

Bucks coach Doc Rivers faces severe backlash after loss to Portland

The Bucks are now 0-2 since Rivers took over as head coach.

Report: Lewis Hamilton set to join Ferrari in shocking move

Ferrari have not produced a Formula One World Champion since Kimi Raikkonen in 2007, but their hopes of returning to prominence just received a huge shot in the arm.

Vince Carter, Paul George name dream lineups for Slam Dunk Contest

It’s that time of the year when fans and analysts alike name their wishlist of high-flyers to electrify them during NBA All-Star weekend.

Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga making his presence felt

Don't look now, but here comes Jonathan Kuminga.

Tyrese Haliburton slams NBA for 'stupid rule' that could cost him millions

Haliburton isn't thrilled with one particular NBA rule.

Momentum builds for Jalen Brunson to be in NBA MVP conversation

As of Wednesday, Knicks guard Jalen Brunson was not even in the top 10 among players with the shortest odds to win the 2023-24 NBA MVP award. Some are starting to think he should be.

Warriors willing to trade a pair of All-Stars?

The Warriors are in danger of suffering a lost season, and it sounds like they may be willing to take drastic measures to try to turn things around.

Lakers are willing to trade Austin Reaves only for an All-Star

At the start of the 2023-24 season, several analysts touted Austin Reaves as a member of the Lakers' new Big 3 alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Celtics linked to three 3&D wings ahead of trade deadline

The NBA-leading Celtics may not be content with their already formidable roster.

Kevin Durant reaches 28,000 points in fewer games than LeBron James

Durant joined some elite company with his entry into the 28,000-point club.

Report: Dejounte Murray to Lakers trade 'unrealistic'

The Los Angeles Lakers have been earmarked as one of the suitors for Atlanta Hawks All-Star guard Dejounte Murray, but it sounds like a swap is unlikely to happen at this point.

Kyle Lowry reportedly could reunite with title-winning coach if bought out by Hornets

The 37-year-old Lowry is not expected to suit up for the 10-33 Hornets, a team that’s committed to its young core.

Luka Doncic comments on scoring 73 on fourth anniversary of Kobe Bryant's death

The late Kobe Bryant had a huge impact on today’s NBA players, two of whom had monster-scoring nights on the fourth anniversary of his death.