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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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Five best remaining NBA free agents

Here are the five best remaining free agents after two weeks of activity.

Bulls lose DeMar DeRozan to protect pick traded for him

DeMar DeRozan reportedly left the Bulls for the Sacramento Kings as Chicago prepares to tank next season — in order to keep a pick it traded for DeRozan.

Lakers GM’s moves last summer doomed this year’s roster

Rob Pelinka made aggressive moves last summer following the Lakers’ run to the conference finals. Now, those moves have hamstrung the upcoming team.

Jazz star could have highly limited trade window

The Jazz haven't found a trade partner for All-Star Lauri Markkanen. But if they give him an extension this summer, his trade window next season will be extremely brief.

Is the Zach LaVine impasse pushing DeMar DeRozan off the Bulls?

DeMar DeRozan loves playing for the Chicago Bulls, but the Chicago Bulls might simply be unable to financially love him back.

Bucks losing ground with totally uninspiring offseason

The Bucks made big moves last summer and lost in the first round. Now, as their Eastern Conference rivals get stronger, the Bucks continue an uninspiring offseason.

LeBron James gets public relations win along with max deal

LeBron James knows how to play the game both on and off the court.

James Harden built the 76ers' superteam by leaving Philadelphia

Just over a year ago, James Harden opted into his 76ers contract and demanded a trade. That decision paved the way for a super team — in Philadelphia.

Nuggets choose tax savings over winning with KCP departure

The Nuggets have lost two crucial players since winning the title in 2023. They couldn't keep Bruce Brown, but they chose not to keep Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.

Celtics locking in championship core long-term

The Celtics built a championship team around Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Now they're locking their squad in for years, no matter what it costs.

Mavericks reportedly add four-time champion Klay Thompson

The Mavericks couldn't make three-pointers in their Finals loss to the Celtics. Now, they've reportedly added the second-greatest three-point shooter in NBA playoff history.

Patience is a virtue: Sixers land nine-time All-Star in win-win deal

Daryl Morey's patience paid off this summer. So did Paul George's.

Five takeaways from the first day of NBA free agency

While it was relatively slow compared to other years, we have already seen All-Stars and NBA champions changing teams in the first few hours.

Magic add another wing defender in two-time NBA champion

The Magic started a former Nuggets defensive stopper in the playoffs. They added an upgraded version in free agency.

Spurs finally get Victor Wembanyama a point guard

Last year, Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs were hamstrung by not having a point guard. On Sunday, San Antonio got him a "Point God."

Warriors' summer disappointments continue with release of 12-time All-Star

Now the Warriors, who have paid the most total luxury tax in NBA history, may finally be dropping under the tax line.

Warriors preparing to lose Klay Thompson

After 13 seasons and four championship rings, Klay Thompson and the Golden State Warriors are expected to part ways.

Team Canada blames Warriors for Andrew Wiggins' absence

The Warriors said Andrew Wiggins skipping the Olympics was a “mutual decision.” Team Canada disagrees.

Mavericks beef up defense through trade for young guard

The Dallas Mavericks shed a contract and acquired an upside defender.

Five takeaways from the second round of the NBA Draft

The most famous player in the second round went at No. 55. Over half of the selections were traded. And the new NBA Academy in Africa made history.  Here are five takeaways from the second round of the NBA Draft.

Bronny James is the most hyped No. 55 pick in NBA history

ESPN devoted a huge chunk of their second-round draft coverage to a player who's likely to average under five minutes per game next season.

The two-day draft is a misfire from the NBA

The NBA turned its yearly draft into a two-day affair. It wasn't exactly riveting television. The main problem is that the draft's second day lacks any of the flair and excitement of the first round.

10 takeaways from the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft

The first round of the 2024 NBA Draft was completed Wednesday night, an evening full of minor trades and some surprising selections. Here are 10 takeaways from draft night.

Spurs make puzzling trade in 2024 NBA Draft

Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama notably hates losing. That's why the Spurs used the No. 8 pick to get him some help. In six or seven years.