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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: Devin Booker steals ball, win, playoff spot from Kings

The game showed just how tight the Pacific Division has been this season.

Joel Embiid, 76ers have a good chance to avoid play-in

When Joel Embiid returned, it looked like the 76ers would have to win all their remaining games to stay out of the play-in. They’re one game away from doing it.

Watch: Devonte' Graham stuns Nuggets, who fall into historic tie in the West

The Nuggets went from first place to a potential third-place finish. Who would have guessed it would be because of Devonte' Graham?

Top NBA landing spots for Donovan Clingan

After two national titles in two years at Connecticut, Donovan Clingan is entering the NBA Draft.

NBA commissioner says officiating has changed during back half of season

Adam Silver wasn’t happy with how easy scoring had become. He's much happier with fewer foul calls.

Magic's late-season slide could drop them into play-in

One week ago, the Magic had a strong chance at the No. 2 seed in the East, but now they might land in the play-in.

Watch: Nuggets reserves ice crucial win with dunks

This was a game that made the Nuggets look very imposing for the playoffs.

Celtics go all-in on core with Jrue Holiday extension

The Boston Celtics have been the best team in the NBA this season. They're committing big money to keeping the team together long-term. 

Bucks star's injury could spare his coach hard questions

Taking over a contending NBA team midseason isn't easy, and Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has struggled with a team full of players he didn't choose.

Watch: Dan Hurley reaches out and pushes own player during play

After two dominant runs through the NCAA Tournament, it's hard to criticize Connecticut coach Dan Hurley. Unless he's grabbing his players during a game.

Zach Edey's monster game isn't enough for Purdue in title game loss

Zach Edey put up 37 points in the national title game. Unfortunately, the rest of his teammates only scored 23 points as UConn defeated Purdue, 75-60.

Hornets to interview notable female coach for head coach job

Lindsey Harding won coach of the year in the G League. Now she could make history with the Charlotte Hornets. 

Here are five possible replacements for John Calipari at Kentucky

With Coach Cal finalizing a contract with Arkansas, here are five coaches who could fill John Calipari's big shoes in Lexington.

New starting lineup turned Mavericks into serious contenders

On March 6, the Dallas Mavericks were sitting in eighth place with a 34-28 record. Then a new starting lineup changed their whole season.

LeBron’s stomach and AD’s eye put Warriors in control of their own destiny

The Warriors managed to win without their top star, while the Lakers fell without two of theirs.

Watch: Paul George wins it on both ends for Clippers

Paul George nailed the go-ahead shot for the Clippers on Sunday. Then he blocked Darius Garland’s attempt to avoid OT.

Purdue is one game away from redemption

If Purdue gets past UConn, it would be the school's first championship.

Watch: Xavier Tillman hits huge game-winner for Celtics against Kings

With seven seconds remaining, Tillman nailed the shot to help seal the win for the Celtics.

Watch: Caitlin Clark executes clutch time-wasting inbounds play

Iowa was clinging to a two-point lead over UConn late. Caitlin Clark reached into her bag of tricks one last time.

NBA levies massive fine to 76ers for playing Joel Embiid

The NBA threatened to fine teams this season for resting their stars. Now they're fining the Philadelphia 76ers for playing theirs.

Could Bronny James’ transfer open the door for a LeBron move?

LeBron James has made watching his son play basketball a priority. With his son leaving USC, could King James leave Los Angeles?

Doc Rivers takes his scapegoating to the next level after latest road loss

Doc Rivers has been known to throw his players under the bus. Now he's taken things a step further.

Knicks lose All-Star for rest of season and playoffs

Losing the forward likely means the end of the Knicks' chances of being a title contender, something that seemed like a real possibility back in January. 

Pivotal Suns-Cavaliers clash marks latest chapter in feud between owners

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Phoenix Suns will be battling for more than just playoff seeding on Wednesday.