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Sean Keane

NBA Writer

Sean Keane is a sportswriter and a comedian based in Oakland, California, with experience covering the NBA, MLB, NFL and Ice Cube’s three-on-three basketball league, The Big 3. He’s written for Comedy Central’s “Another Period,” ESPN the Magazine, and Audible.com. His debut album “America’s Uncle Dad” debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes comedy chart and since 2016, he’s co-hosted the NBA podcast “Roundball Rock. In 2014, the San Francisco Bay Guardian named Keane an “Outstanding Local Discovery” and promptly went out of business.

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NBA, NFL, MLB

Pride may keep Mavericks from making the right move with Anthony Davis

The Dallas Mavericks' future looks bright with 18-year-old Cooper Flagg in the fold. It would look a lot brighter if they'd trade their expensive All-Star big man.

Bulls are driving their way to the top of the East

While the team hasn't had its top scorers from last season, the Bulls are staying afloat on offense by relentlessly attacking the basket.

Warriors castoff has a career night against his old team

The Golden State Warriors traded away Ryan Rollins in 2023 after one season and 12 games with the team. Thursday night, Rollins showed the Warriors what they missed out on.

Pelicans summer trades looking ugly so far

There are three winless NBA teams 10 days into the 2025-26 season. The New Orleans Pelicans had rights to two of those teams' first-round picks in 2026, but they traded away both.

Lakers' Austin Reaves looks like an All-Star after game-winner

The Los Angeles Lakers are playing without All-Stars LeBron James and Luka Doncic. After his buzzer-beater sank the Minnesota Timberwolves Wednesday night, Austin Reaves is looking like an All-Star himself.

Vanishing act: Magic's defense disappears in fourth straight loss

Even as the Orlando Magic struggled through a 41-41 season in 2024-25, they could always rely on their defense. This year, they're still a bad offense, but they can't stop anyone either.

Mavericks suing Stars is another step in new arena campaign

The Stars moved their headquarters from Dallas, Texas, to Plano in 2003. 22 years later, the Mavericks are suing them for breach of contract.

Bald don't lie: Jaylen Brown addresses hairline issues

Jaylen Brown's season began ignominiously when his Celtics lost their first three games — and his hair dye rubbed off on OG Anunoby. On Tuesday, he decided to do something about his hairline.

Michael Jordan is dragging down NBC's coverage

NBC was excited to add Michael Jordan to their NBA coverage this season. Eight days into the season, MJ's presence is derailing their new studio show. 

Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s bounce-back year carrying short-handed Heat

The Heat have trusted Jaquez to play with the ball this season, a move that utilizes his court vision while minimizing some of his shooting struggles.

Heat could get a rebate on the Terry Rozier trade

The Miami Heat traded a first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for Terry Rozier in 2024. Now that he's been arrested, the team may be looking for a refund.

Amen Thompson's point guard development has one massive ally

The Houston Rockets are taking a chance by starting Amen Thompson at point guard to start the season. The presence of Steven Adams at center should be a huge help as he learns the new position.

Hawks need to rebound from slow start

At 1-3, the Hawks desperately need to rebound from their poor start to the season. They also need to start rebounding.

Warriors' Draymond Green makes another embarrassing dirty play

There's something about playing the Memphis Grizzlies that brings out the worst in Draymond Green. But nothing makes Green more inclined to flagrant fouls than when he gets embarrassed on the court.

76ers' young backcourt having historic start to season

The Philadelphia 76ers started this season without Paul George and with Joel Embiid limited by a sore knee. Thanks to their pair of young guards, they're 3-0.

Zion Williamson already out for Pelicans' third game with injury

The New Orleans Pelicans touted the improved fitness of Zion Williamson during the preseason. Two games into the regular season, their star forward is already out with an injury.

Huge Austin Reaves game exposes porous Kings defense

The Los Angeles Lakers didn't have Luka Doncic or LeBron James but still got a 51-point game from one of their players — thanks to the Sacramento Kings defense.

Evan Mobley could be under-the-radar MVP candidate

Evan Mobley was a first-time All-Star and the Defensive Player of the Year last season. Through three games, he looks even better this season.

Pacers' Bennedict Mathurin starts strong in crossroads season

The Indiana Pacers didn't give Mathurin a rookie extension this summer. His performance in their season opener may make them wish they had.

Steph Curry bests Aaron Gordon in improbable three-point shootout

Curry had made 2,999 more three-pointers in his career than Gordon before Thursday night. It still took a shot from near halfcourt for Curry to force overtime before the Golden State Warriors defeated the Denver Nuggets, 137-131.

Blazers interim coach could be their long-term answer

While Splitter's only the interim coach, there's a number of reasons why he could lead the Blazers long-term.

Grading Cooper Flagg's NBA debut

After Flagg made his pro debut in a 125-92 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, here's a look at how the Dallas Mavericks rookie did in all facets of the game.

Physical Knicks break losing streak to Cavaliers in opener

The Cleveland Cavaliers had an All-Star center, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year and a four-game winning streak over the New York Knicks, whose starting center was out with an injury. In the opener, it was the Knicks who dominated inside and got a 119-111 win.