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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.

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NBA, Tennis, Boxing, Pro Wrestling

Draymond Green calls out NBA officials for double standards

Green was irate about a play in the third quarter during the Warriors' win over the Lakers on Tuesday.

Watch: Bulls player wheeled off court following wild sequence

A bizarre sequence during Tuesday's game between the Bulls and Knicks proved that too much innovation isn't always a good thing.

How Warriors shook up West's play-in picture with win over Lakers

Things are getting interesting in the West.

Celtics make bizarre NBA history in loss to Bucks

A matchup of the top two teams in the East ended up producing some history, but maybe not the kind you would expect.

Kings star is thriving ever since he left social media

It's rare for a public figure in 2024 to not have a social media presence, but one budding NBA star is thriving since ditching social media.

Klay Thompson will 'prioritize mental health' in impending free agency

It's been a tumultuous season for Thompson, and the experiences of his 2023-24 season have impacted his outlook on his impending free agency.

Watch: Nike teases Victor Wembanyama alien logo

No 7-foot-4 human walking the Earth has ever possessed Victor Wembanyama's skills on a basketball court. As such, to deem the Spurs rookie an extraterrestrial being would be justifiable.

Report: LeBron James seeking unique clause with new Lakers contract

LeBron James is widely expected to finish his storied career in a Lakers uniform, but the NBA's all-time scoring leader is reportedly seeking some security with his last contract.

Russell Westbrook has helped Clippers regain their mojo

For a team that went 26-5 between Dec. 1 and Feb. 5, the Clippers looked like a hapless bunch just a month ago. But that's begun to change.

With four games left, Domantas Sabonis is chasing history

Domantas Sabonis continues to prove he's one of the biggest All-Star snubs ever, and he has a chance to make history as the season winds down.

Victor Wembanyama has yet another historic stat line

Wemby continues to put up firsts.

Watch: Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic share heartfelt embrace after Mavs win

The duo forms the most potent one-two punch in the NBA today. 

Michael Cooper's Hall of Fame induction could open Pandora's box

Between the five NBA championships, Defensive Player of the Year Award and eight-time All-Defensive selections, Michael Cooper has an airtight Hall of Fame case.

Lakers record proves why the NBA has never been more competitive

As of April 5, 19 teams in the NBA have a .500 or better record. If the Rockets (38-38) can remain .500 or better over the next few weeks, we can officially deem the 2023-24 season the most competitive in history.

Watch: Stephen Curry trolls Rockets with iconic movie reference

The Warriors star can be petty when he needs to be.

Shaq recalls throwing away 1996 Olympic gold medal out of anger

To most athletes, any medal, let alone an Olympic gold medal, is a badge of honor they proudly display in their trophy case. However, Shaquille O'Neal isn't big on sentimental value.

Watch: Zion Williamson reacts furiously to play that nearly injures him

The play in question took place in the third quarter against the Magic on Wednesday night.

Draymond Green endorses Victor Wembanyama for NBA DPOY

History and team performance are not on Wemby's side when it comes to potentially winning Defensive Player of the Year. But plenty of his colleagues are.

This mind-blowing stat illustrates Celtics' vice grip over East

There's a chasm the size of the Grand Canyon between Boston and the rest of the East.

Watch: Nikola Jokic makes insane full-court assist in Nuggets win

In an alternate reality, the 280-pound Nikola Jokic is a strapping quarterback similar to Jared Lorenzen or Ben Roethlisberger.

European trio sets incredible milestone for single NBA season

A trio of international players have accomplished a new NBA feat.

Kawhi Leonard's knee issues flare up again at worst possible time

The Clippers curse is real and could rear its ugly head yet again. 

Watch: Paige Bueckers consoles teary-eyed Juju Watkins

Teenage sensation Juju Watkins' near-flawless freshman campaign came to a tearful end Monday night.

Watch: Hawks player and coach get into heated argument

Despite holding a comfortable lead late in their game against the Bulls, the Hawks had some frustration boil over on the sidelines.