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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

LeBron James-to-Cavaliers rumors ignore one huge factor

The chances of LeBron James returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers are slim thanks to the salary cap issues involved. And because of one important figure in Cleveland who may want no part of a James return.

New deals give Timberwolves two big men for the price of one

The Minnesota Timberwolves traded Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks last summer in a move motivated by payroll concerns. With two weekend signings, they've locked up two big men for the price of a KAT.

Jazz's latest moves suggest they're still going to tank

New Utah Jazz president of basketball operations declared the team would no longer hold veteran players out of games to get better lottery odds. Instead, they're ditching those veterans entirely.

Rockets got a deal on young big man

He averaged 12.2 points and seven rebounds while shooting 35.4 percent from three-point range during a season where he suffered a broken hand and lost his starting spot.

James Harden forcing his way off Sixers has paid off big time

Harden drew a lot of criticism for forcing his way off the Philadelphia 76ers two years ago. Considering how the last two seasons have gone for both parties and The Beard's new contract, it's difficult to question his strategy.

Five landing spots for former Raptors executive Masai Ujiri

After 12 seasons with Toronto, the 54-year-old Ujiri should be one of the most sought-after executives in the NBA.

Five takeaways from the second round of the NBA Draft

The second round of the NBA Draft is in the books, with plenty of trades, bargains and unexpected selections peppering the night. Here are five takeaways from the second night of NBA drafting.

Winners and losers from the first round of the NBA Draft

The unpredictable and eventful first round of the 2025 NBA Draft is in the books. Here are the winners and losers of Wednesday's first day of draft madness.

Pacers trade could help them keep their family together

The first trade of the NBA's draft night was a relatively minor transaction. But it could indicate the Indiana Pacers are looking in a familiar direction for the middle of the draft.

Jazz call draft prospect's bluff with No. 5 pick

Ace Bailey refused to work out for the Utah Jazz in advance of Wednesday's NBA Draft. The Jazz drafted him anyway.

Nuggets' front-office decision risks repeating old mistakes

The Denver Nuggets fired their head coach and general manager days before the end of the season because they couldn't get along. They're risking the same trouble with their unorthodox front office hires.

Celtics complete predraft salary dumps with Kristaps Porzingis trade

After winning the NBA title in 2023-24, the Boston Celtics brought their entire expensive roster back last season. With Jayson Tatum possibly out for all of the 2025-26 season, the Celtics have dumped two key players to get under the tax apron.

2025 NBA mock draft: Picks 1-10

Here is our prediction for the first 10 picks of the 2025 draft.

Three moves the Mavericks need to make for the Cooper Flagg era

The Dallas Mavericks are going directly from the Luka Doncic era to the Cooper Flagg era, when they're expected to make the Duke freshman the No. 1 pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft.

Pelicans spend big on Zion Williamson core with Wizards trade

After a 21-61 season, the New Orleans Pelicans fired their team president. A big trade Tuesday shows new GM Bryson Graham still believes in this Pelicans core.

Rockets used return from James Harden trade to land a new superstar

In 2021, the Houston Rockets traded James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets so he could play with Kevin Durant. Sunday, they used some of the haul from that trade to get KD for themselves.

Five teams that could be the biggest threats to the Thunder next season

Here are the five teams with the best chance to challenge the Thunder next season.

Tyrese Haliburton injury could dramatically change Pacers' offseason plans

Haliburton appeared to injure his Achilles tendon midway through the opening quarter of the Pacers' Game 7 loss Sunday night.

Top prospect's predraft strategy may lead to slide

His unconventional approach to the predraft process might lead to the talented scorer sliding down the draft board.

Mark Cuban should be a cautionary tale for Lakers governor Jeanie Buss

Jeanie Buss and her family are selling a majority share in the Los Angeles Lakers, but she will reportedly remain as the team's governor. Of course, that's also what Mark Cuban thought when he sold the Dallas Mavericks.

Lakers sale creates a powerhouse in Los Angeles sports

After 46 years of ownership, the Buss family agreed to sell a controlling interest in the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter, CEO of Guggenheim Partners. It's the end of an era for the Lakers, and the continuation of a pro sports dynasty in Southern California.

Pacers don't let NBA Finals stop them from making trades

The Pacers used an off day in the Finals to do some business for the offseason — and next summer.

Backup guards end Thunder's three-point slump in Game 5 win

In Game 4, the Oklahoma City Thunder made the fewest three-pointers by any team in an NBA Finals win since 2010. In Game 5, their backup guards single-handedly ended their three-point drought.

Five takeaways from Game 5 of the NBA Finals

The Oklahoma City Thunder held Tyrese Haliburton without a field goal and grabbed a 3-2 NBA Finals lead with a 120-109 win over the Indiana Pacers Monday night in Oklahoma City.