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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

Klay Thompson's father 'disappointed' he joined Mavericks over Lakers

Thompson signed a three-year, $50 million deal to join the Mavericks as a free agent. He will don non-Warriors colors for the first time in his career starting with the 2024-25 season.

Draymond Green 'salty' Warriors struck out on Paul George

In the lead-up to Paul George inking a four-year max deal with the 76ers, there were reports of the Warriors pursuing the star forward. A notable member of the Warriors says the move nearly happened is isn't happy it didn't work out.

England's 43-year streak on the line against Switzerland at Euro 2024

England is undefeated against the Swiss at the Euros, winning five of its eight encounters.

Turkey defender replicates feat not achieved in decades

After netting the quickest goal in Euro knockouts history Tuesday, Turkey defender Merih Demiral scored again at the 59-minute mark when Arda Guler's set piece positioned him to head one home.

Watch: Tadej Pogacar blows past riders to set Tour de France record

Some say the Tour de France doesn't truly get underway until the mountain stages, where the best invariably separate themselves from the pack. Stage 4 supported that claim.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Euro cold spell is an all-time slump

Cristiano Ronaldo's unprecedented goalless run continued in Portugal's Round of 16 match and is reaching historic proportions.

Insider reveals why Klay Thompson chose Mavericks over Lakers

Despite growing up a Lakers fan, Klay Thompson chose to sign with the Mavericks in free agency. An insider shared why.

Watch: Christian Pulisic snubbed by referee after USMNT exit

The U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) crashed out of Copa America 2024 on Monday after suffering a 1-0 loss to Uruguay.

Biniam Girmay makes history at Tour de France

Intermarche-Wanty's Biniam Girmay made history Monday by becoming the first black African to win a stage in the Tour de France. The achievement came just two years after he became the first black African to win any Grand Tour stage at the Giro d'Italia in 2022.

Diogo Costa makes incredible history at Euro 2024

It might not be far-fetched to suggest that Diogo Costa on Monday produced the greatest performance by a goalkeeper in modern history.

Watch: Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton invade WWE SmackDown

Knicks star Jalen Brunson and Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton made surprise cameos during Friday's WWE SmackDown at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Tour de France 2024 starts in Italy for first time ever

For the first time in the event's 121-year history, the Tour de France will begin in Italy.

Watch: Noah Lyles shocks himself with dominant 200m sprint

Noah Lyles cruised to the final of the 200m Paris Olympic trials Friday evening by clocking a time of 19.60. The reigning 200m world champion was so dominant

Warriors will trade Jonathan Kuminga under one condition

After missing the playoffs this year, the Warriors are under immense pressure to maximize 36-year-old Stephen Curry's shrinking title window. To do so, they could be forced to trade Jonathan Kuminga.

How the Clippers honored Jerry West at NBA Draft

The late Jerry West was best known for his ties with the Lakers, but the legendary player-turned-executive impacted the fortunes of several other franchises, too.

Novak Djokovic winning Wimbledon will keep 'the streak' alive

With Roger Federer retired and Rafael Nadal nearing the end of his career, the pressure has been on Novak Djokovic to keep "the streak" alive on behalf of the Big 3. 

Lakers envision Bronny James as an 'elite two-way player'

While the optics of the Lakers drafting Bronny James screams of nepotism, the franchise's front-office head, Rob Pelinka, has stressed that LeBron James' son earned a roster sport on his own accord. 

Timberwolves luxury-tax bill skyrockets with NBA Draft move

The Minnesota Timberwolves are in a really, really tight spot financially, which made the NBA Draft their most obvious avenue for improvements.

Euro 2024 sets tone for fastest goals ever scored

These Euros have proven it's a wiser call to stock up on beverages and snacks before the opening whistle. If not, there's a good chance you could miss a goal being scored within the opening few minutes.

Cristiano Ronaldo makes unwanted history at Euro 2024

Ronaldo set a career mark of futility in the Group Stage of Euro 2024.

Ukraine the casualties of Group E stalemate at Euro 2024

The Group E stalemate at Euro 2024 couldn't be broken Wednesday as the final two matches — Slovakia versus Romania (1-1) and Belgium versus Ukraine (0-0) — ended in draws. The result was Ukraine suffering a historic elimination.

The heartwarming tale of the Georgia player who stunned Portugal

The historic win meant that Georgia, playing in its first major global event, advanced to the knockout stages of Euro 2024. 

Insider: Warriors prepared to offer Paul George max contract

Could Paul George be Stephen Curry's next superstar running mate?

Knicks stars react to tampering claims after Mikal Bridges trade

The blockbuster trade reunited Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo with their former Villanova teammate with whom they won a NCAA title in 2016. 

Lakers to create app for HC JJ Redick to strategize with players

The new Lakers HC has revealed that his team will rely heavily on analytics next season.