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Sai Mohan

A seasoned sportswriter based out of Portugal. Had the honor of watching Kyrie drill that dagger at the Oracle in 2016. Feels that Kawhi's ability to seamlessly get to his spots on the floor is not appreciated enough.

Allen Iverson believes he'd average 43 points in today's NBA

During Allen Iverson's MVP season in 2000-01, his 76ers averaged 94.7 points per game, which was right near the league average. Iverson averaged 31.1 points, contributing to nearly 30 percent of his team's points tally.

Is Stephen Curry the biggest needle-mover in sports history?

When Stephen Curry was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 2009, the franchise was valued at $315 million, per Forbes. In 2024, the Warriors have been valued at $8.2 billion.

Kevin Durant ignored family's wishes when he joined Nets 

No disrespect to Patrick Ewing or Walt Frazier, but Kevin Durant would have instantly become the greatest player in Knicks history if he signed with New York as a free agent in 2019. 

Report: Warriors nearly acquired Bulls guard before trade deadline

The addition would have solved a ton of problems for the Warriors.

Austin Rivers, Lou Williams defend Doc Rivers from JJ Redick's criticism

JJ Redick was the talk of the sports world Tuesday for lambasting his former Clippers coach, Doc Rivers. Now, several people have fired back at Reddick's criticism.

Vince Carter: LeBron James turned down $1 million invite to Slam Dunk Contest

LeBron James never participating in the Slam Dunk Contest remains one of the biggest "what ifs" in NBA history. But it wasn't for a lack of trying on the NBA's part.

What these NBA stars would do if they were Adam Silver for one day

A group of 18 players -- who participated in various All-Star events -- spoke to The Athletic to answer a wide variety of questions.

Kenny Smith addresses Sabrina Ionescu comments during All-Star weekend

Kenny Smith received a ton of backlash for his on-air commentary during the Stephen Curry versus Sabrina Ionescu showdown on All-Star weekend.

Warriors rookie feels he is the heir apparent to Stephen Curry

The rookie has been a revelation for the Warriors this season.

Can LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant play into their 40s?

Durant expects the trio to work even harder to remain relevant in a league being taken over by younger superstars.

Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and LeBron James predict their successors

The future Hall of Famers have carried the NBA for over a decade.

Draymond Green reveals Warriors player he wouldn't trade for LeBron James

At one point during the All-Star Game alternate broadcast, Charles Barkley brought up Golden State's reported trade interest in LeBron James. Draymond Green shared his informed perspective.

NBA insider expects Warriors to keep pursuing LeBron James

If Curry, who turns 36 next month, goes another June without competing for a title, there's every indication his front office will go the distance to make the 2025-26 campaign a more successful one.

Is Sixth Man Klay Thompson the new Bill Walton or Manu Ginobili?

Could Thompson -- a surefire future Hall of Famer -- replicate other greats such as Bill Walton and Manu Ginobili and find his footing as a sixth man?

Shaq predicts first-round playoff exit for faltering Bucks

On Monday, the Bucks blew out the defending champions Nuggets, only to turn around and lose to a Jimmy Butler-less Heat the next night.

Steph Curry reacts to Warriors' reported trade call on LeBron James

Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry offered up a candid response when asked about his team's reported pursuit of LeBron James prior to the trade deadline.

Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton admits he rushed back from injury due to NBA rule

Fortunately, the star guard hasn't suffered any setbacks since returning from injury.

NBA exec expects Donovan Mitchell to leave Cavs next year

Donovan Mitchell is making a legitimate case for MVP this season, averaging 28.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 6.3 assists (all career highs) while carrying the Cavaliers to second seed in the East.

Former NBA champions urge Spurs to trade for Trae Young

A pair of former NBA champions, DeMarcus Cousins and Rajon Rondo, are thrilled at the prospect of Young teaming up with rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama.

Watch: Stephen Curry hits a 100-foot shot from the tunnel

One of these days, Curry's going to make a shot we've never seen before. 

Daryl Morey went star-hunting and struck out ahead of trade deadline

Daryl Morey sure likes to swing for the fences.

Jayson Tatum eclipses a longstanding Larry Bird record

You know you're on the path to greatness when you've surpassed or even matched a Larry Legend achievement.

Report: Warriors not the only team to pursue LeBron James trade

The basketball world woke up to a Valentine's Day bombshell as a report from ESPN claimed that the Warriors pursued a trade for LeBron James ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline.

Spencer Dinwiddie's NBA title incentive might be lowest in sports history

The unique bonus stems back to the three-year contract he signed with the Washington Wizards in 2021. According to Dinwiddie, he agreed to that specific amount after his agent felt it would be hilarious to incentivize his client to do the impossible.