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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: Heat stun Bulls with 19-0 run in play-in game

How would the Heat respond with Jimmy Butler out? Judging by the first quarter of Friday's game, they'd do it very aggressively.

10 bold predictions for the 2024 NBA playoffs

The 2024 NBA playoffs are about to tip off. 10 bold predictions for what will unfold in the weeks ahead.

The four most important players in Friday's play-in games

Two playoff berths are on the line Friday night in two win-or-go-home games.

Sixers guard finally makes playoffs after eight seasons

Only three players in NBA history had played more games than Buddy Hield without reaching the playoffs. After eight seasons, he’s finally in.

Will history repeat itself in Eastern Conference play-in?

Last year, the Chicago Bulls  journeyed to Miami to play the Heat for the No. 8 seed. It's happening again this year, but will the result be different than last year's close Miami win?

Coby White's monster game leads Bulls into rematch with Heat

Dejounte Murray and Trae Young have both been All-Stars. But it was Coby White who looked like a superstar in the Bulls' play-in win over the Hawks.

Kyle Lowry gets his revenge on the team that ditched him

The Heat jettisoned Kyle Lowry to add Terry Rozier at the trade deadline. Wednesday night, he helped send his new team to the playoffs at his old team's expense.

Watch: Hawks' Dejounte Murray throws down massive dunk

Dejounte Murray is normally known for his defense, but i the Hawks' play-in game, he kept Atlanta in it with his scoring.

Heat lose first play-in game, and possibly Jimmy Butler

The Heat fell a point short in their play-in game against the 76ers. They may be a player short in their next play-in on Friday.

Watch: Nicolas Batum makes it rain from deep for the 76ers

When the 76ers traded James Harden, they lost a lot of scoring. They got it back from Nicolas Batum on Wednesday.

Watch: 'Playoff Jimmy' activated for play-in game

Jimmy Butler is a different player in the postseason. “Playoff Jimmy” excelled in the play-in game early.

Jontay Porter latest in long history of gambling bans

Here are some of the notable athletes who have also received harsh punishment for gambling.

What’s next for the Golden State Warriors?

The Warriors' dynasty is on its last legs. How will the team handle the transition as it looks to avoid a total rebuild and attempt to maximize the remaining years of Stephen Curry?

Domantas Sabonis, Harrison Barnes get revenge on Warriors

The Warriors got rid of Harrison Barnes. Draymond Green stomped on Domantas Sabonis’ chest. Tuesday night, they got revenge.

Klay Thompson’s disastrous game might be his last as a Warrior

Thompson’s contract is up after the season, and his future is uncertain.

Watch: Zion Williamson suffers injury after scoring his 40th point

After scoring his 40th point in Tuesday's game, the Pelicans standout went to the locker room.

Watch: Pelicans' Zion Williamson shows up big in the play-in

Williamson asserted himself early in the battle for the No. 7 seed.

Pelicans could be facing end of an era with play-ins

After a 49-win season, the Pelicans dropped into the play-in tournament. If they can't advance to the playoffs, their team could see big changes next year.

Top NBA head-coaching candidate set to go to college with BYU job

Last summer, it looked like Suns assistant Kevin Young was about to become an NBA head coach. A year later, he's about to be heading to the college ranks.

Referee assignments inspire conspiracy theories about NBA play-in game

The referee assignments for Tuesday's Lakers-Pelicans game contain the two most controversial words in NBA officiating: Scott Foster.

Klay Thompson steals free-throw title from teammate in final game

Stephen Curry sat out the Warriors' meaningless season finale Sunday. While he was out, his fellow Splash Brother stole the free-throw percentage crown.

Report: USA Basketball finalizes veteran, star-studded Olympic roster

USA Basketball is reportedly finalizing its roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics, and it features a star-studded list of players.

Chaos in Detroit continues as Pistons search for a new president

Another disappointing season in Detroit has led to another offseason shuffle in the Pistons organization.

NBA analyst slams 'reprehensible' decision by Cavaliers

The Cavaliers intentionally avoided the No. 2 seed by tanking the end of their final game.

Watch: Boban Marjanovic delivers free chicken

In the Rockets' final game of the season, little-used Boban Marjanovic put up 12 points and one assist. Two assists if you count free chicken.