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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

Damian Lillard makes history in Bucks postseason debut

If history is any indicator, Damian Lillard is one of those players who turns it up a notch during the playoffs. He did so again in his first playoff game with the Bucks.

Knicks guard calls out voters over Coach of the Year snub

The three finalists for the NBA's Coach of the Year were unveiled on Sunday's "Inside the NBA" on TNT, and one Knicks player wasn't happy his coach wasn't included.

Chet Holmgren joins elite company in playoff debut

Holmgren made plenty of contributions to the Thunder's Game 1 win over the Pelicans, and he joined some elite company in the process.

Lakers legend on Nikola Jokic: 'Combination of Magic and Kareem'

What happens if you combine the skillsets of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Magic Johnson? You get Nikola Jokic, the reigning NBA Finals MVP and consensus best player in the world.

NBA insider reveals Heat will go star-hunting in summer

After striking out on a Damian Lillard trade last summer, the Heat will reportedly go chasing for another star player in this year's offseason.

Shaq predicts major upset in first round of NBA Playoffs

Shaquille O'Neal had a bold prediction regarding the first round of the upcoming NBA Playoffs.

NBA to have woman referee in playoffs for first time since 2012

Female representation will be in the adjudicating crew of this year's NBA Playoffs.

Is the end near for 'Inside the NBA' on TNT?

The NBA's exclusive media rights negotiating window with Disney (ESPN, ABC) and Warner Bros. Discovery (TNT) will reportedly expire Monday without a new deal.

Lakers guard vows to bounce back against Nuggets after 2023 disaster

The guard endured the lowest point of his career when the Lakers were swept 4-0 by the Nuggets in last year's Western Conference Finals. 

Clippers get devastating Kawhi Leonard update ahead of Game 1

Leonard last suited up for the Clippers on March 31.

Charles Barkley has interesting take on Jontay Porter's NBA lifetime ban

Barkley shared his thoughts on the NBA's harsh punishment of Porter.

Rising Bulls star joins Michael Jordan in elite company

Coby White has joined rarefied Airness.

Warriors could target Timberwolves star this summer

How exciting would it be to see the star paired up with Stephen Curry, the consensus greatest shooter ever? 

West contender emerges as suitor for Klay Thompson

Thompson is expected to meet with several teams before making a final decision in free agency.

Report reveals details of Caitlin Clark's expected endorsement deal with Nike

Clark is expected to sign a massive endorsement deal with the shoe and sportswear giant.

Draymond Green copping a lot of flak for Warriors' flameout

Are Draymond Green's multiple suspensions earlier in the season to blame for Warriors' collapse?

Report: Klay Thompson's free agency about 'respect and principle'

Thompson enters uncharted waters on July 1 as a free agent looking elsewhere for the first time in his storied career.

Bizarre NBA rule makes Knicks guard ineligible for award

Everyone's aware of the NBA's 65-game rule for award eligibility. Not everyone is aware of a caveat in that rule that will cost a breakout Knicks guard a chance to get recognized for his season.

Charles Barkley roasts Klay Thompson: 'Old players don't get better'

Thompson went scoreless in possibly his last-ever game as a Warrior on Tuesday.

Lakers feeling confident going into Nuggets series

Everyone and their mother is picking the Nuggets to beat the Lakers in the first round of the NBA postseason, but the Lakers think they have a few things going for them.

Warriors will miss key role player in play-in games

The Warriors will go into the play-in tournament without a key role player.

Four-time All-Star feels Rudy Gobert is undeserving of DPOY award

Rudy Gobert is the odds-on favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year for a fourth time. But there's a reason Gobert winning the award isn't an open-and-shut case.

Who should get the 12th spot on the Team USA roster?

According to multiple reports, 11 of the 12 roster spots for Team USA's 2024 Paris Olympics campaign have been finalized. But who will get the last spot?

Bradley Beal's timely ascension bodes well for Phoenix

The Suns have been one of the most perplexing teams in the NBA this season, but with Beal clicking at the right time they just might end up being the team many expected them to be.

NBA ironman continues impressive streak

Mikal Bridges does not miss games.