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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

Watch: Patrick Mahomes' Super Bowl rings used as a weapon on WWE Raw

When Monday's WWE Raw rolled into Kansas City, Patrick Mahomes was almost expected to appear. But nobody would have anticipated the star quarterback to portray a villainous character on television.

Draymond Green destroys 'big softie' Jusuf Nurkic after Suns exit

Green had a field day coming back at Nurkic after the Suns were eliminated by the Timberwolves.

Kristaps Porzingis sounds upbeat after avoiding serious injury

Celtics star Kristaps Porzingis reportedly avoided a catastrophic Achilles injury Monday after being forced to leave Game 4 against the Heat.

Eight-time All-Star predicts Timberwolves will make NBA Finals

The Timberwolves won their first playoff series in 20 years on Sunday.

Luka Doncic on Kyrie Irving: 'I'm letting him down'

Luka Doncic registered a triple-double in the Mavericks' 116-111 loss to the Clippers on Sunday, but those who watched the game know that he couldn't put his imprint on the game like he usually does.

James Harden 'floats' his way back to the basics against Mavs

Harden reconnected with an abandoned part of his game in the Mavericks' Game 4 win.

Joel Embiid 'disappointed' by Knicks fans taking over Sixers arena

The Sixers were playing at home Sunday but it felt like an away game for Joel Embiid & Co.

Timberwolves get brutal update on head coach's injury

Timberwolves won their first playoff series in 20 years Sunday as they swept the Suns. But the Anthony Edwards-led squad had to celebrate the momentous win without their head coach, Chris Finch. 

Report: Kevin Durant 'never felt comfortable' in Suns' offense

Kevin Durant's post-Warriors legacy took another hit Sunday as his Suns were swept by the Timberwolves. It sounds like the star has not been happy with his role on the team.

Mind-blowing stat sums up the Nuggets-Lakers series

This stat gives a lot more clarity to the first-round series.

Jimmy Butler's pregame guarantee backfires against Celtics

The Heat star is facing a lot of criticism online for his brazen pregame prediction, especially since he's unable to influence the outcome on the floor due to an injury. 

Rising NBA star compared to Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant

Anthony Edwards received high praised after helping the Timberwolves to a 3-0 series lead over the Suns.

Suns could be forced to trade Kevin Durant this offseason

The Suns have limited options to upgrade the roster. Could they end up shipping off one of the league's stars?

Watch: Luka Doncic channels inner MJ with super cool entrance

Luka Doncic pulled up in style to Game 3 of the Mavericks' 101-90 win over the Clippers on Friday.

Kawhi Leonard after Game 3 loss: 'We're going to get it right'

Kawhi Leonard hasn't resembled his usual dominant self since returning from his knee inflammation.

Draymond Green rips Anthony Davis for throwing Darvin Ham under the bus

Draymond Green is the latest to rip Anthony Davis' critical comments of his coach.

When Aaron Gordon shines, Nuggets are (literally) unbeatable

Jamal Murray might be the Robin to Nikola Jokic's Batman, but Aaron Gordon is the muscle of that operation.

LeBron James on where he ranks Nuggets among toughest opponents

James has run into juggernauts aplenty over the last 21 years of his career.

Kyle Kuzma seemingly trolls Lakers following Game 3 loss

The Lakers are just one loss away from being eliminated from the 2024 NBA playoffs.

Magic end 13-year drought as Paolo Banchero makes history

The Magic had a blowout win over the Cavs on Thursday in Game 3 of their first-round series.

Joel Embiid makes incredible NBA playoffs history

A hobbled Embiid scored 50 points and helped the Sixers get a Game 3 win in their first-round series against the Knicks.

Watch: D'Angelo Russell gets booed by Lakers fans in Game 3 loss

The guard is struggling to make his presence felt against the Nuggets in the first-round series.

Chet Holmgren surpasses Kevin Durant as OKC's best rookie ever

While Holmgren doesn't have Durant's overall offensive skill set — not yet, at least — his ability to block and alter shots at the rim has already made him one of the best two-way players in the league.

Tyler Herro reveals text from Jimmy Butler inspired Game 2 win

Herro had the best game of his pro career on Wednesday.

Watch: Celtics fans leaving early upsets former NBA coach

The Celtics went 37-4 at home during the regular season this year, but their postseason woes at TD Garden have seemingly resurfaced at the worst possible time.