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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

Former NBA guard basks in EuroLeague title

A former ROY runner-up that saw his NBA journey sputter is enjoying winning a championship overseas.

Conflicting reports emerge on Lakers' next head coach

There's reportedly no guarantee the Lakers will hire JJ Redick as their next head coach.

Watch: Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns provide hilarious banter following Game 4 win

Anthony Edwards has never let the presence of cameras prevent him from getting on a teammate's case.

Watch: Stephen Curry analyzes Patrick Mahomes' high school basketball film

Curry did a little scouting and analysis as he watched high school film of Mahomes on the basketball court.

Thunder GM admits Gordon Hayward trade was a mistake

Ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline, the Thunder acquired Hayward, who was supposed to be the final piece to put them over the top.

Timberwolves shake off fourth-quarter woes in avoiding sweep

The fourth quarter has been the decisive one so far in the Western Conference Finals.

Unreal Kyrie Irving streak comes to an end

Irving's streak got underway in 2015, his first season playing on the LeBron James-led Cavaliers, and continued into his stints with the Celtics, Nets and Mavericks. 

What Anthony Edwards told Cowboys star after Game 4 win

Edwards' irrational confidence is part of his charm.

Derrick White makes unique history in Eastern Conference Finals

White's versatility helped him achieve some unique history in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Clippers urged to retire Bill Walton's No. 32 jersey

The Clippers have never retired a jersey in franchise history (except Bill Russell's No. 6 as part of a league-wide initiative). Is it time for the Los Angeles-based franchise to finally honor one of its greats?

Key Celtics say this team is different from recent iterations that came up short

Recent Celtics teams have come up short in their quest for a title. The players believe this year's team is different.

How the Celtics filled the void left by Marcus Smart

When the Celtics moved Marcus Smart last year, many felt the franchise traded away their heart and soul. And yet the team finds itself back in the NBA Finals. How did the Celtics overcome such a significant loss?

LeBron James shouts out Jaylen Brown after Celtics advance to NBA Finals

The Celtics have made deep postseason runs in four of the six years since James left the conference.

A year ago, the Celtics were booed by their own fans

The Celtics surrendered a 2-0 lead to the Heat in the conference finals en route to a 4-3 series loss in 2023.

Report names potential staffers if JJ Redick gets Lakers coaching job

It sounds as though the makeup of a potential JJ Redick coaching staff in Los Angeles is taking shape.

Insider: Sixers 'a threat' to sign LeBron James in free agency

With a projected $65 million in cap space, the 76ers are armed to the teeth to make a big splash in free agency this offseason.

Karl-Anthony Towns accused of 'lying' after Game 3 loss

Towns addressed his shooting woes after the Game 3 loss, but not everyone was buying his explanation.

Anthony Edwards isn't ready for the big time

Anthony Edwards was drawing elite comparisons and spurring wild takes through the early part of the playoffs. His showing in the Western Conference Finals proves he's not quite there...yet.

Kyrie Irving reacts to claims he and Luka Doncic are best backcourt ever

Irving and Doncic have been powering the Mavs through the playoffs, prompting some big takes from the media. Does Irving agree with one that claims he and Doncic are the best backcourt ever?

Karl-Anthony Towns' shooting woes sink to historic lows

To say Karl-Anthony Towns has struggled to shoot the ball in the ongoing Western Conference Finals would be the understatement of the century.

History says the 2024 NBA Finals are set

Unless the Pacers or the Timberwolves rewrite the history books, your 2024 NBA Finals are set.

Rudy Gobert has proven his 'haters' right

Rudy Gobert has vindicated his most vocal detractors with his subpar showing in the Western Conference Finals.

Al Horford makes history in Celtics' Game 3 win

Al Horford played a critical role in helping Boston erase an 18-point deficit against Indiana on Saturday night.

Bronny James' agent on nepotism helping NBA Draft stock

Bronny James is arguably the most hyped second-round NBA Draft prospect in history. Kendrick Perkins recently called out his fellow ESPN panel for covering Bronny only due to his last name.

Luka Doncic joins trio of NBA champions in exclusive club

The close proximity between his playoff triple-doubles has put Doncic in elite company.