Sai Mohan

NBA Writer

A veteran sportswriter based in Portugal, Sai covers the NBA for Yardbarker and a few local news outlets. He had the honor of covering sporting events across four different continents as a newspaper reporter. Some of his all-time favorite athletes include Mike Tyson, Larry Bird, Luís Figo, Ayrton Senna and Steffi Graf.

EXPERTISE:

NBA, Tennis, Boxing, Pro Wrestling

Muck Rack: sai-mohan

December 5, 2024 | Atlanta Hawks

Hawks' Trae Young deserves kudos for allowing Jalen Johnson to shine

Young's evolution into a more unselfish player has been critical to not only Atlanta's 12-11 start but Johnson's growth into an All-Star-caliber player.

December 5, 2024 | Golden State Warriors

Draymond Green 'afraid' about seriousness of calf injury

The Warriors look like a hapless unit on both ends of the floor, specifically on defense, without Green.

December 5, 2024 | Los Angeles Lakers

Have Lakers regressed under JJ Redick?

The Lakers are 12-10 after the first 22 games of Redick's first season as a head coach.

December 4, 2024 | NBA

Report: Mavericks, Rockets emerge as destinations for Jimmy Butler

With the Heat off to a rocky start, there is some chatter about the franchise potentially making Butler available for trade ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline.

December 4, 2024 | New York Knicks

Knicks defense finally starting to click, spelling trouble for NBA

The Knicks (13-8) are still ranked No. 21 in defensive efficiency but are starting to turn the tide in recent weeks.

December 4, 2024 | Los Angeles Lakers

Does LeBron James 'owe' the Lakers for JJ Redick, Bronny acquisitions?

James was understandably thrilled by the pair of acquisitions, but the jury is still out on whether either move would pan out for Los Angeles in the long run.

December 4, 2024 | Golden State Warriors

Steve Kerr blasts Brandin Podziemski after Warriors lose fifth straight

Brandin Podziemski has struggled to fill the hole left by the departure of Klay Thompson, and his most recent struggles prompted a strong response from his coach.

December 4, 2024 | NBA

Draymond Green's absence sorely felt in Warriors' loss in Denver

Green is one of the best defensive players in NBA history, but his contributions on the offensive side of the ball often go unnoticed.

December 2, 2024 | San Antonio Spurs

Victor Wembanyama's latest history-making feat a nod to his IQ

It's becoming customary for Victor Wembanyama to roll out of bed and put up a "first-time ever" stat line.

December 2, 2024 | Memphis Grizzlies

Jaylen Wells continues to build Rookie of the Year case

Casual basketball fans who haven't heard the name Jaylen Wells have been put on notice.

December 2, 2024 | New Orleans Pelicans

Brandon Ingram makes power move amid uncertain future

Brandon Ingram might be the best player available via trade ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline or during next summer's free agency.

December 2, 2024 | Golden State Warriors

It's time for Steve Kerr to admit his strategy isn't working

The Warriors have fielded only one five-man unit for even 70 minutes through 19 games, with only three others playing at least 25 minutes together.

December 2, 2024 | Houston Rockets

Rockets' win over Thunder doesn't feel like an upset

A year after winning 41 games, Ime Udoka's Rockets were expected to make strides toward securing a playoff berth. Through a quarter of the season, they looked poised to do more than that.

November 30, 2024 | Boston Celtics

The scenarios: How Celtics can stay alive in NBA Cup

The Celtics stayed alive in the second annual NBA Cup Friday night with a 138-129 win over the Bulls. However, despite improving to 3-1 in East: Group C (with a +23 point differential), the Celtics need help from their conference rivals to advance in the in-season tournament.

November 30, 2024 | Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James in worst scoring slump in 21 years

LeBron James extended his streak of games under 20 points to four — something that hasn't happened since his rookie year.

November 29, 2024 | New York Knicks

Knicks starters' workload a worry as season progresses

Over the years, Tom Thibodeau has garnered the reputation of the head coach who runs his players into the ground by playing them excessive minutes. This season, he is seemingly right back at it again.

November 29, 2024 | Phoenix Suns

Bradley Beal's injuries continue to derail Suns' momentum

The Phoenix Suns can't catch a break.

November 29, 2024 | Memphis Grizzlies

Grizzlies are the biggest dark-horse NBA title contender

Now that the Grizzlies are nearly healthy and whole again, Memphis is firing on all cylinders.

November 29, 2024 | Tennis

Tennis stars question ITIA following Iga Swiatek ban

The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) is facing severe backlash for offering Iga Swiatek only a one-month ban after the world No. 2 tested positive for the banned substance trimetazidine in August.