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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

Steve Kerr jokes about how Celtics fans will greet him

Kerr had a lighthearted take on the welcome he expects to get from Celtics fans.

Bucks get concerning injury update on Khris Middleton

The 33-year-old Middleton has dealt with a series of lower extremity injuries since he tore his MCL in the 2022 playoffs.

Aryna Sabalenka secures year-ending World No. 1 ranking

Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek were in a close battle for the year-ending ranking, but the latter needed to win all her matches at the WTA Finals to surpass the Belarusian at the top spot.

'Great level of concern' in Spurs camp regarding Gregg Popovich's health

Popovich, 75, was last sidelined with a health issue in Dec. 2022, leading to Brett Brown taking over for one game against the Lakers.

Thunder make NBA history amid 7-0 start

The Thunder (7-0) are among 44 teams in NBA history, including this year's Cavaliers, who've begun a season with seven consecutive victories, but they also have a key distinction separating them from those other squads.

Novak Djokovic withdraws from ATP Finals, ends worst year since 2005

Earlier this year, the 37-year-old said he plans to prioritize majors and country-based tournaments for the rest of his career.

Warriors' honeymoon period could be over as tough stretch awaits

The 6-1 Warriors are off to their best start since the 2021-22 season when they began 12-1. However, they've played a relatively soft schedule, and we should know more about this team in about two weeks after they play a daunting stretch of games against strong teams.

Former Sixer calls out Paul George for trying to be a hero

George missed a potential game-winning shot against the Suns on Monday, dropping the Sixers to 1-5 on the season.

Cavaliers off to their best start in nearly 50 seasons

The current iteration of the Cavaliers has achieved something that even the LeBron James-led teams couldn't — start a season 8-0.

Victor Wembanyama needs to start playing to his strengths

Wembanyama continues to put up solid counting stats, but the phenom is leaving production on the table by not playing to his strengths.

Magic's struggles without Paolo Banchero bolster his MVP case

With Orlando losing both games without its star player, it has fallen below .500 for the first time since the early part of the 2023-24 season.

Warriors make franchise history after first six games

The Warriors are off to an impressive 5-1 start even with Stephen Curry (left peroneal strain) missing the last three games due to injury.

DeMar DeRozan reacts to Drake urging Raptors to not retire his jersey

As the Raptors' all-time leader in points, games, minutes and several other categories, DeMar DeRozan has almost certainly earned the right to have his jersey retired by the franchise.  However, rapper Drake, an avid fan of the Toronto-based team, does not want to see that happen.

NFL franchise trolls Lakers' D'Angelo Russell after win

In a worrying sign for the Lakers, Russell's shooting woes have continued into the 2024-25 season.

Draymond Green, Jaylen Brown slam Grant Williams for dirty play

Hornets forward Grant Williams is under fire for his dirty play on Celtics star Jayson Tatum during the waning moments of Friday's game.

Watch: Rudy Gobert, Christian Braun assessed technical fouls following dunk, altercation

Things got a little out of control in the fourth quarter when Braun posterized Gobert and taunted the four-time Defensive Player of the Year, leading to a heated exchange.

Carlos Alcaraz blasts court speed after Paris Masters exit

Alcaraz was not happy following his loss to Ugo Humbert on Thursday in the Paris Masters.

A three-way battle is underway for Ayrton Senna's No. 12

Ayrton Senna, regarded by many as the greatest F1 driver of all time, is still making an impact on young drivers born more than a dozen years after his tragic death in 1994.

Ranking the five best Halloween costumes by NBA stars

As is tradition, NBA stars wore innovative costumes ahead of games this week in honor of Halloween.

Victor Wembanyama bounces back with second career 5x5 game

Less than 24 hours after arguably the worst game of his young career, Victor Wembanyama made a resounding statement Thursday with his second career 5x5 stat line in the Spurs' 106-88 victory over the Jazz.

Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo 'could be available for trade' imminently

If things continue to go south for the Bucks, the leaguewide expectation is for Giannis Antetokounmpo to ask for a trade.

LeBron James not ruling out playing with second son, Bryce

For James to hypothetically share a court with his younger son, he'd have to play into the 2026-27 season.

Former Italian player predicts worst outcome for Jannik Sinner

As world No. 1 Jannik Sinner awaits his verdict, former World No. 49 Daniele Bracciali has predicted the worst outcome for his fellow countryman.

Kevin Durant makes surprising admission about getting a statue

Shortly after being immortalized with a statue, Dwyane Wade named Durant as one of the next NBA legends deserving of the rare honor. 

Struggling Grizzlies marred with injuries to key starters

The Grizzlies continue to be plagued by injuries.