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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

Warriors don't look far for new G League head coach

The Santa Cruz Warriors needed a new coach. They went with a member of the family. Literally.

Contract extension solidifies Knicks as 'Villanova North'

The Knicks' last three big acquisitions have all been from the 2016 Villanova title team, signing Jalen Brunson last offseason, trading for Josh Hart and then extending him, and signing Donte DiVincenzo.

Supermax possibility has Raptors star Pascal Siakam in limbo

In theory, the supermax rule helps NBA teams keep their own free agents, but for Siakam, the rule is effectively keeping Toronto from trading him as well.

Former lottery pick Kris Dunn has huge opportunity with Jazz

Kris Dunn is not Utah's point guard of the future, but he very well may be the Jazz's point guard of right now.

NBA star takes the stage at Paramore show

Paramore's special guest may have been nervous Monday night. Then again, he's used to taking center stage at the Chase Center.

Warriors star regrets counting his rings

You may see Klay Thompson talk trash, but he won't be counting his rings again.

Why Trae Young won't be on Team USA

Trae Young wants to play on the Olympic team. It's unlikely to happen.

Celtics owner: 'We're obviously all-in'

The Boston Celtics were a game away from returning to the NBA Finals. That wasn't enough for their owner.

Cavaliers point guard hits 'pause' on career

The Cavaliers won't have Ricky Rubio for a while. Neither will Team Spain.

FIBA injuries could affect Western Conference playoff picture

Slovenia faced Greece in a pre-World Cup friendly. The injuries to its NBA players could be far from friendly.

Rudy Gobert loses 'it' during FIBA warmup game

Minnesota Timberwolves big man Rudy Gobert finally found a little success from beyond the arc.

Warriors star is early favorite for Most Improved Rapper

Steph Curry appeared in the newest video from Tobe Nwigwe. It was a big improvement from his college rap career. 

Sixers lose center for the year with knee injury

The Philadelphia 76ers loaded up on centers this summer. They were right to get insurance. 

NBA summer podcasts dominated by stories of getting 'cooked' by Chef Curry

This is Curry's brilliance. He's not just dominating games. Now he's dominating podcasts.

Watch: Luka Doncic threads the needle

Luka Doncic hasn't played competitive basketball in nearly four months. Wednesday he looked like he'd never stopped.

Orlando rookie fails QB audition with Seahawks

Paolo Banchero was a star high school quarterback. He showed off his arm for his hometown NFL team.

ESPN firings cap off difficult season for NBA broadcaster Mike Breen

Plenty of NBA teams make big changes over the summer. Mike Breen didn't expect ESPN to do the same.

Magic make historic donation to presidential candidate

Governor Ron DeSantis may be trailing in the polls, but he's won over a team from his home state. According to Federal Election Commission filings, the Orlando Magic donated $50K to Never Back Down, a political action committee for DeSantis.

Magic forward starts business for imminent post-playing career

Jonathan Isaac has started an apparel company as his NBA career faces uncertainty.

Will Lakers star bet on himself this fall?

Anthony Davis can sign a huge extension this fall. Would he risk it for an even bigger deal next summer?

Lillard memo reveals NBA's inability to stop tampering

The NBA sent a strongly-worded letter about Damian Lillard's trade talk. But that's all they did.

Bizarre lawsuit shows Zion Williamson's troublesome family ties

You can add “sued by a crypto company” to Zion Williamson’s list of woes this summer. His stepfather isn’t helping.

NBA superstar visits Washington Commanders training camp

The Washington Commanders have new owners and a new quarterback. But they’ve got the same NBA superstar fan.

1990s rock band predicted Jordan Poole trade

Smash Mouth is best known for their hit song "All Star." Perhaps that's why they were right on the money about a Warriors star getting traded.

Jaylen Brown's megadeal illustrates how expensive and lucrative the NBA has become

The NBA is entering uncertain financial territory as player contracts and team price tags continue to rise.