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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

Lakers may have 'cooled off' on pursuit of three-time All-Star guard

The Los Angeles Lakers are another year older and seemingly no closer to adding new star talent.

Diana Taurasi details her 'favorite part' of the Olympics

Six-time Olympian Diana Taurasi has more experience living in an Olympic village than most of the 592-strong Team USA contingent traveling to the 2024 Paris Olympics. She recently detailed her favorite part of the experience.

Team USA's rim protection a red flag ahead of Paris Olympics

Team USA registered a 98-92 win over Australia in a Paris Olympics exhibition game on Monday, but not before conceding a staggering 68 points in the paint.

Warriors governor won't trade young stars to win 'just for Steph'

With Stephen Curry turning 37 next March, the Warriors are under immense pressure to maximize the final few years of his prime. 

Players who won NBA title and Olympic gold medal the same year

Several members of the 2024 USA Men's Basketball team will be looking to join an exclusive club.

Watch: Spain honors 10-year-old cancer patient after Euros win

A heartwarming moment occurred during Spain's Euro 2024 championship parade on Monday.

Bronny James' struggles continue at NBA Summer League

To say the son of LeBron James has been struggling in the ongoing NBA Summer League would be an understatement.

Clippers deny role in Kawhi Leonard withdrawing from Team USA

Leonard was replaced by Celtics guard Derrick White in a Team USA roster trying to win its fifth consecutive gold medal.

Jazz 'focused' on Warriors guard in Lauri Markkanen trade talks

It sounds like the Jazz have a specific player in mind they'd like to get in return for Markkanen, and it may not be the one you expect.

Spain's Euro 2024 win more dominant than golden era teams

Scribes in every corner of the world Monday will be plastered with images of England's all-too-familiar Euro heartbreak, and justifiably so. But between those stories, it could be lost just how dominant Spain was through four weeks of soccer.

England made history at Euro 2024, but not the kind it hoped for

A win would have marked a historic night for the Three Lions, but England made history regardless.

Carlos Alcaraz's forehand could be most unguardable move ever

Every once in a while, an athlete develops a move that their opponents have zero answers for.

Jaylen Brown on Team USA snub: 'One day I'll share my story'

USA Basketball's decision to name Derrick White as Kawhi Leonard's replacement triggered a few tweets from Jaylen Brown that hinted at his unhappiness with the snub.

Bronny James 'looking forward' to playing 'no matter what level'

James also admitted he's "in a little slump right now" but sounded positive about turning things around eventually.

Three pieces of history at stake in Super Sunday of sports

Between the men's Wimbledon final, Euro 2024 final and Copa America 2024 final, sports fans have a lot of excitement to look forward to on Sunday. 

Watch: Carlos Alcaraz goes from hero to villain after Wimbledon semifinal win

In pro wrestling terms, Carlos Alcaraz turned heel Friday in seconds.

Warriors HC Steve Kerr not ruling out Jonathan Kuminga trade

The Warriors reportedly failed to land Paul George this offseason due to their reluctance to trade Jonathan Kuminga. However, Steve Kerr says he's not "untouchable" in trade talks.

The Heat's decision to not trade Jimmy Butler could backfire

Even as all signs point to a breakup between the Heat and Jimmy Butler in the 2025 offseason, the franchise remains adamant about keeping the superstar wing for another year. 

Kevin Durant addresses height after Team USA photo prompts questions

Durant tried to put theories about his height to rest once and for all.

Gareth Southgate finally getting his well-deserved flowers

It's inarguable that England is in the middle of its golden era, with Gareth Southgate leading the charge. 

Even English legends feel Harry Kane lucked into penalty in Euro semifinal

England will face Spain in Sunday's final. The Three Lions are trying to capture their first Euro title. 

USA Basketball defends Jaylen Brown snub from Paris Olympics

You'd think the reigning NBA Finals MVP had done enough to secure a spot on Team USA, especially when the withdrawing player — Kawhi Leonard — plays the same position as him.

Reigning NBA, WNBA champions grace NBA 2K25 cover

To the victors go the spoils, or in this case, a prized video game cover.

Lamine Yamal admits he is Lionel Messi 'reborn' with viral photo

Yamal has been arguably Spain's best player throughout Euro 2024.