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Sai Mohan

NBA Writer

A veteran sportswriter based in Portugal, Sai currently covers the NBA for Yardbarker, Heavy and a few Portuguese news outlets. He had the honor of covering a FIFA World Cup, a Wimbledon, a few F1 Grand Prix and a Winter Olympics as a newspaper reporter in his past life. Some of his all-time favorite athletes include Mike Tyson, Larry Bird, Luís Figo, Ayrton Senna, Steffi Graf and Tim Duncan. Sai moonlights as a wellness industry propagandist who constantly asks people to make healthier lifestyle choices. He realizes it's an annoying trait.

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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.

Former rival expects LeBron James to retire by 2025

At least one former rival believes James is rapidly closing in on the end of his career.

Sports world reacts to Caitlin Clark's heroics in Elite Eight

As ESPN announcer Ryan Ruocco eloquently said on the air, "Galactic greatness was on display yet again" from Caitlin Clark during the Elite Eight contest Monday night.

Report: Magic emerge as suitors for resurgent Lakers star

One Lakers guard has had a resurgent season and set himself up for a significant payday this summer. It sounds like the Lakers will have some competition for his services.

Watch: Russell Westbrook gets into heated argument with fan

Russell Westbrook has never subscribed to the notion that heckling comes with the territory and that targeted athletes must keep their emotions in check.

Watch: Luka Doncic makes insane pregame trick shot

It may be time for Earvin Johnson to pass on his "Magic" moniker to Luka Doncic, who continues to amaze onlookers on a nightly basis.

Celtics' Jayson Tatum comments on his clutch woes

Jayson Tatum and his Celtics haven't been in too many close games this year, as evidenced by their 57-16 record. However, on the rare occasions they've had their backs to the wall, Tatum has not come through as a reliable clutch scorer. 

Nuggets' Michael Porter Jr. breaks silence on NBA investigating his brother

MPJ addressed the gambling allegations leveled against his brother for which he is under investigation by the NBA.

CJ McCollum credits Lakers for Pelicans' turnaround this season

It's not often a team can pinpoint the exact moment in a season that catapulted its turnaround.

Hawks' Dejounte Murray on taking 44 shots: 'Kobe would be proud of me'

Murray willed the Hawks to an improbable overtime win over the Celtics on Thursday night. 

Draymond Green faces wrath of NBA world: 'You're not a victim'

The outrage Draymond Green is receiving for getting ejected from a game against Orlando is unlike anything he's faced. And it's probably well-deserved.