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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

Michael Malone's insincerity on full display in ESPN debut

The former Nuggets head coach raised some eyebrows with comments he made Tuesday night during his debut as an ESPN analyst. 

'Special talent' Chet Holmgren proves his worth in OKC's Game 1 win

Holmgren made a series of key plays in the second half that swung the momentum in the Thunder's favor.

Carlos Alcaraz continues to have Jannik Sinner's number

In his first tournament after serving a three-month ban, World No. 1 Jannik Sinner steamrolled his competition at Rome en route to the final. Then, he ran into Carlos Alcaraz, the man who has his number.

How Alex Caruso flipped the script within six minutes in Game 7

This may sound hyperbolic, but it took Thunder guard Alex Caruso less than six minutes to single-handedly alter NBA history on Sunday.

Is Nikola Jokic fed up with Nuggets?

Is Jokic's patience with the Nuggets wearing thin?

Trae Young trolls Knicks fans ahead of potential NBA Finals appearance

The dynamic guard has had a treacherous relationship with New York's fan base ever since his Hawks beat the Knicks in the 2021 playoffs.

The golden age of NBA parity is here

The 1970s were previously the most competitive decade in NBA history, with eight franchises hoisting the Larry O'Brien Trophy, including six different champions within six seasons (1974-75 to 1979-80).  The 2020s can now officially be deemed the most competitive period ever.

Stephen Curry again proves why he's the most humble NBA superstar

In an age of entitled superstars, Stephen Curry remains an anomaly.

All-Star Jalen Williams has been complete letdown for Thunder

Some were skeptical of the Oklahoma City Thunder's title chances even after they won 68 games and maintained the highest points differential in NBA history.

'The team needs you': Jamal Murray never doubted ability to play in Game 6 amid illness

Murray channeled his inner Michael Jordan on Thursday, producing his version of the "Flu Game" to save the Nuggets' season.

Nuggets trio achieve feat not reached in 57 years

With their season on the line, Denver rallied as a team and ensured they didn't let Nikola Jokic down for a third consecutive game in Thursday's Game 6 win.

Christian Braun makes Nuggets franchise history in Game 6 win

In the biggest game of his young career, Braun delivered.

Timberwolves achieve feat not accomplished by Minnesota-based team since 1981

The golden age of the Timberwolves is officially here.

Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle make Timberwolves franchise history

Randle and Edwards combined to make franchise history in the series against the Warriors.

Giannis Antetokounmpo would be wise to stay put in the East

Should Antetokounmpo force his way off the Bucks, he would be wise to choose an Eastern Conference team as his next home.

Pat Riley vindicated for not paying Jimmy Butler

In five games against the Timberwolves, Butler put up his usual counting stats, but failed to live up to his "Playoff Jimmy" moniker in pivotal moments.

LeBron James rips peers who labeled Tyrese Haliburton 'overrated'

Add LeBron James to the growing list of Tyrese Haliburton fans.

Jayson Tatum must look to Kevin Durant for inspiration in road to recovery

As Jayson Tatum prepares to embark on possibly the most challenging year of his life, he must look to Kevin Durant for inspiration.

Where Russell Westbrook goes, drama follows

ESPN's Ramona Shelburne dropped a bombshell Tuesday, noting that an anonymous Nuggets player called Westbrook "immature" after the team lost Game 2 to the Clippers in the first round.

The Nuggets don't deserve Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic single-handedly torched the NBA's No.1-ranked defense on Tuesday, but his teammates, specifically his organization, let him down.

Pacers didn't beat Cavaliers, they snatched their souls

When the lights grew brighter, the Cavs showed their true colors, proving to be a fraudulent regular-season team.

'One-trick pony' Celtics exposed in Game 4 loss

Perhaps it's time for the C's to return to the drawing board and reassess their "bombs away" principle.

Jalen Brunson busting an age-old myth about small guards

Brunson is destroying a long-standing assumption about small guards as he has the Knicks on the verge of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Did LeBron James imply the NBA Draft Lottery is rigged?

James seemingly reacted after the Mavericks overcame long odds to secure the No. 1 pick, a surprise that continued a recent trend.

Cavaliers governor makes big statement amid 3-1 hole

On Sunday, the Cavaliers fell into a familiar 3-1 hole against the Pacers in their conference semifinals series.