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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

Anthony Davis shades LeBron James after opening night win

In his six previous seasons with the Lakers, LeBron James had many historic nights at the team's home venue. When he did it on Tuesday, something was different and his teammate couldn't help but point it out.

World No. 6 leads charge against tennis' new coaching rule

When the International Tennis Federation (ITF) announced the new coaching rule on Monday, many current and former players reacted negatively, suggesting that certain players could gain an unfair advantage.

Betting on themselves: Three NBA youngsters who passed on new deals

Several notable NBA players are betting on themselves to produce big this upcoming season and get paid next year.

Five bold predictions for the 2024-25 NBA season

Happy opening night, basketball fans. Here are five bold predictions ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.

Iga Swiatek loses World No.1 ranking due to controversial WTA rule

Iga Swiatek has lost the World No. 1 ranking to Aryna Sabalenka due to a controversial WTA rule.

LeBron James, Candace Parker question officiating in Game 5 of WNBA Finals

An officiating controversy has marred Liberty's first WNBA championship victory, with some prominent members of the basketball community chiming in.

Kevin Garnett rips Joel Embiid for not playing back-to-backs

As someone who retired in 2016, Kevin Garnett doesn't exactly fall under the "old man yelling at clouds" category. He is as familiar with the modern game as he is with 1980s and 1990s basketball, meaning his perspective can't be deemed antiquated by any means. All of which made his recent opinion on Joel Embiid, and the current generation of NBA players in general, notable.

Karl-Anthony Towns describes wild scenes leading to his trade

In an interview with his new Knicks teammates Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, Karl-Anthony Towns revealed the frantic moments that led to him learning about the trade. 

World No. 9 American star explains U-turn on retirement

World No. 9 Danielle Collins had intended to retire from tennis after the 2024 season with plans to start a family. However, the American star has changed her mind and will be back on the Tour in 2025.

Novak Djokovic feels 'sorry' for those who want him to retire

Djokovic does not share the same vision for his retirement as some others and feels "sorry" for anyone who thinks he should walk away.

Lakers' Bronny James scores 17 points in preseason finale

Bronny James may have silenced some of his critics Friday night.

Injury bug hits NBA: Five key players to miss start of season

No different than any NBA season, the 2024-25 campaign begins with several teams missing key players.

Report: Unrivaled league looking to recruit Caitlin Clark

The new Unrivaled women's basketball league is reportedly trying to sign Caitlin Clark.

Jonathan Kuminga's Warriors future at stake as key date approaches

The Warriors and Kuminga have until the Oct. 21 deadline to agree on a rookie scale extension.

Lakers rookie makes eight threes, earns praise from LeBron James

All those who tipped Dalton Knecht "the steal" of the 2024 NBA draft were vindicated on Thursday night.

World No. 8 speaks on players being criticized for taking Saudi Arabia's money

The Six Kings Slam has ruffled some feathers, primarily due to the human rights situation in Saudi Arabia. World No. 8 Casper Rudd offered his opinion on the controversial event.

Is there more to Giannis Antetokounmpo's trade joke?

They say there's a grain of truth in every joke. If so, Bucks fans can't be thrilled with recent lighthearted comments from their star.

76ers rookie taken to hospital after hard fall

76ers rookie Jared McCain was taken to a hospital Wednesday night after he suffered a hard fall in the team's preseason game against the Nets.

Lonzo Ball looked like his old self in return after 33 months

Ball underwent three procedures on his left knee in the past two-and-a-half years.

Kobe Bryant's legacy lives on through Sabrina Ionescu

Ionescu made arguably the most iconic game-winner in WNBA history — much like Bryant did countless times throughout his NBA career. 

Rafael Nadal: Let Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz create 'their own story'

Rafael Nadal has urged patience as tennis moves on from the "Big 3" era.

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama wants 'to be yelled at'

Victor Wembanyama's otherwordly skills on a basketball court are there for all to see, but his behind-the-scenes demeanor makes him all the more special.

Ex-Laker on team drafting Bronny James: 'Not really serious' about winning

The Lakers begin their 2024-25 campaign against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.

Jannik Sinner’s former physio breaks silence on doping saga

One of the biggest sporting stories of 2024 has taken a new twist.