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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

Watch: Lynx mount futile late run vs. Liberty in WNBA Finals Game 2

The New York Liberty pulled out a win in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, but it wasn't easy, especially late.

Watch: Betnijah Laney-Hamilton carries Liberty to big lead in WNBA Finals Game 2

The New York Liberty have two mega-stars in Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart. But in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, it's been Betnijah Laney-Hamilton lighting it up.

Warriors HC Steve Kerr has honest statement about losing franchise cornerstone Klay Thompson

Thompson left for the Mavericks this summer after 13 years with the Warriors, 10 of them with Kerr.

Heat may have found another gem late in draft

For the Heat, being a "role player" isn't a knock; it's a path to playing time in South Beach.

Draymond Green expands media empire with new football show

The upcoming basketball season will not be the only thing on the plate of Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green.

Mavericks will need to rely on depth with key reserve sidelined

The Dallas Mavericks added some quality depth to their bench over the offseason, including at the guard position. It's going to be needed from the job.

Five NBA teams that could struggle to start the season

NBA titles aren't won or lost in October, but a team's season can be derailed by a slow start. Whether due to injuries or a brutal early schedule, here are five NBA teams who may struggle to start the 2024-25 season.

Five NBA players likely to change teams this season

The NBA season has yet to begin, but there are already a few players who should keep a travel bag packed and look to rent, not own.

NBA GM survey picks Celtics to repeat as champs

The only reason the Boston Celtics weren't a unanimous choice to win the Eastern Conference in the NBA's annual GM survey is that executives can't vote for their own teams. They were nearly as dominant a pick to win the title.

Clippers' James Harden ready to dominate the basketball again

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden is asking for the ball again, but does he actually deserve to handle it in quantity at this stage of his career?

After disastrous year, Grizzlies already dealing with injury to star big man

After their 2023-24 season was derailed by injuries to nearly their entire planned starting lineup, the Memphis Grizzlies are hoping for a healthier year. So far, it's not going well.

Giants tab a franchise legend as next team president

After making Buster Posey their catcher in 2010, the San Francisco Giants won three titles in five years. Now, they're hoping he can work the same magic in their front office.

The NBA lost a giant in Dikembe Mutombo, on and off the court

Dikembe Mutombo was a four-time Defensive Player of the Year who blocked over 3,000 shots, but the 18-year veteran, who passed away Monday, made an even bigger impact off the court.

Biggest reason for Karl-Anthony Towns blockbuster deal is likely new CBA

The Minnesota Timberwolves traded one of their top players after their best playoff run in decades. And they likely did it for money.

Three questions facing Utah Jazz ahead of 2024-25 season

The Utah Jazz made one big personnel move this summer: Locking up All-Star Lauri Markkanen on a long-term contract extension. Beyond that, the Jazz picked up three more intriguing young players and continued their youth movement.

The A's final game was a boisterous wake for Oakland baseball

The A's organization seemed braced for chaos after their final game in Oakland. What they got was a boisterous wake.

Continuing patient approach, Jazz make long-term commitment to HC

The Utah Jazz may not be ready to enter the playoff picture, but at least their head coach is off the hot seat.

Three questions facing San Antonio Spurs ahead of 2024-25 season

With Victor Wembanyama established and tanking time over, the Spurs are facing new questions for 2024-25.

Grizzlies to retire jersey of the 'Grindfather' March 15

He was driven by shutting down the other team's best player with physical, suffocating defense.

Letter from A's owner is final insult to Oakland fans

Oakland A's owner John Fisher gave the fans one more kick in the ribs via a very, very disingenuous farewell letter.

Former No. 1 pick is perfect Derrick Rose replacement for Grizzlies

The Grizzlies waived a former No. 1 pick this week in Derrick Rose. Another former No. 1 pick could be the perfect replacement.