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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

Winners and losers of the Damian Lillard trade

While the Bucks are the clear winners of this trade, there are also some surprising winners and less-than-obvious losers.

Suns stock up in three-team Damian Lillard deal

The Milwaukee Bucks got Damian Lillard, but the Phoenix Suns may have gotten closer to a title.

Blockbuster trade sends Damian Lillard to Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo wanted a title commitment from the Milwaukee Bucks. They made a big one.

How Ed Davis prevented Raptors from drafting Damian Lillard

The Toronto Raptors have wanted Damian Lillard since 2012. Ed Davis kept him from coming to Canada. In the strike-shortened 2011-12 season, the Raptors were reeling after Chris Bosh took his talents to South Beach and the Miami Heat.

Warriors' Chris Paul trade was designed to keep Klay Thompson

The Golden State Warriors want no part of the new CBA penalties for spending. That's why Jordan Poole had to go. In the NBA's new Collective Bargaining Agreement, there are severe penalties for going over the "second apron," defined as a payroll of more than $17.5 million over the luxury tax line.

Momentum is building for potential Suns-Blazers center swap

Damian Lillard’s future is uncertain. But his teammate looks increasingly likely to be heading to Phoenix.

The big winner of a Giannis trade could be New Orleans

Giannis Antetokounmpo hinted that his long-term future might not be in Milwaukee. If the Bucks decide to trade him, the New Orleans Pelicans could cash in.

Knicks owner claims he 'doesn't really like' owning teams

James Dolan owns the New York Knicks, Rangers and Liberty. He finds it boring.

Warner Brothers adding live sports to streaming platform

Cord-cutting viewers are making cable sports less profitable. That's why one huge rights holder is moving live sports to streaming.

Eagles' Jason Kelce calls brother's Taylor Swift rumors: '100% true'

Are Chiefs TE Travis Kelce and pop icon Taylor Swift dating? Eagles All-Pro Jason Kelce gave his two cents on his brother's off-field exploits.

Disgruntled Trail Blazers star expected to dig in heels on trade destination

Damian Lillard wants to play for the Miami Heat, and apparently there is no other destination he's willing to go to. Will another team try to acquire him anyway?

Hall of Famer warns Timberwolves stars not to repeat his mistake

The Timberwolves have a star partnership in Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards. Kevin Garnett has seen that go wrong.

Celtics may have a Malcolm Brogdon problem

The Boston Celtics tried to trade Malcolm Brogdon. Now he's back, and he might not be happy.

Sixers add 20-point scorer for wing depth

The Philadelphia 76ers still don't know what will happen with James Harden. So they added some insurance. One of the last remaining free agents, Kelly Oubre Jr.

ESPN insider claims Clippers shut down James Harden trade talks

James Harden called Daryl Morey a "liar" for not trading him. But according to Brian Windhorst, it was the Clippers who shut down trade talks.

Another Klutch Sports client cashes in with Lakers

If you want to get a big contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, it helps if LeBron James' good friend is your agent. Jarred Vanderbilt became the most recent client of Klutch Sports, the agency run by James' close friend Rich Paul, to sign a lucrative contract with the Lakers.

Empty locker could signal end of Shohei Ohtani’s Angels career

Shohei Ohtani is a free agent this winter, and he’s already cleared out of the Angels clubhouse. Ohtani has had a tremendous season, hitting .304 at the plate with a league-leading 44 home runs.

Rockies both lose no-hitter and win game in the ninth inning

The Colorado Rockies gave their fans quite the wild ninth inning on Friday, both losing a combined no-hitter and walking off the win within a span of minutes.

Steph Curry tries to match Tiger Woods in new golf show

Steph Curry is taking his golf game to a new stage, trying to match some of the great shots from Tiger Woods' highlight-filled career.

New NBA rest rules could force Damian Lillard onto court

If the Blazers don't find a deal for their superstar, expect to see Lillard in a Portland uniform next year. The team can't afford to bench him.

Clippers considering innovative new season-ticket model

Ballmer has been vocal about trying to end the Clippers' status as the secondary team to the Lakers in Los Angeles.

NBA versions of the Aaron Rodgers injury

Four-time NFL MVP QB Aaron Rodgers suffered a season-ending injury four plays into his highly publicized debut with the New York Jets. There's been a few similar incidents in the NBA.

Warriors star thinks team can match Michael Jordan's titles

The Golden State Warriors have 14-to-1 odds to win the title this year. Draymond Green thinks they have a great chance to win. And win again.

Don't expect the Spurs to make the playoffs

No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama is the most exciting NBA prospect in years, but you'll have to catch him in the regular season.

Three destinations for Cameron Payne

Cameron Payne had a great playoffs last year. The Spurs are letting him try to get back there.