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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: Giannis Antetokounmpo tries to 'stat pad' his way to a triple-double

Nikola Jokic has been called a "stat padder" this season, but he's never been as blatant about it as Giannis Antetokounmpo was Sunday.

Curry, Iguodala probable to return to lineup Sunday

The Warriors are expecting injury returns from Steph Curry and Andre Iguodala for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Memphis loses Brandon Clarke for rest of season—and likely most of next

In light of the Ja Morant news, Friday was a rough day for the Memphis Grizzlies. The news on forward Brandon Clarke on Saturday made it even worse.

Grizzlies' Dillon Brooks is first player this season suspended for technicals

After 16 technical fouls, an NBA player gets a one-game suspension. It's no surprise Brooks was the first one this season. 

Grizzlies suspend Ja Morant in wake of latest incident

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has faced a slew of violent allegations within the past year. But a social media post was the final straw for the Grizzlies.

Watch: Julius Randle ends Knicks-Heat contest with a bang

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle turned the ball over to give the Heat a late lead, but he made up for it in a big way.

Brooklyn Nets surge back from down 28 points in win over Celtics

The Brooklyn Nets erased a 28-point deficit in Friday's win over the Boston Celtics.

No 'Bricking for Vic'? NBA teams aren't tanking for Wembanyama as expected

Victor Wembanyama has such potential that it seemed a foregone conclusion that teams would rack up losses for a chance to draft him. However, that hasn't been the case.

Latest Jonathan Isaac injury may signal end of his Magic career

In light of his injury issues, it's unlikely the Magic still see Isaac as a $17 million player. They might not see him as a Magic player at all.

Milwaukee Bucks plan to sign veteran Goran Dragic

The Milwaukee Bucks always add a veteran point guard late in the season. This year, it's Goran Dragic's turn.

Watch: Warriors give Russell Westbrook absurd amount of space

In the Clippers' 115-91 loss to the Warriors, Golden State tried a unique defense on Westbrook: not guarding him at all.

Lakers' trade deadline was a success even if they miss playoffs

LeBron James' injury might cost the Lakers a playoff spot. But their deadline moves were still a success.

Five impressions from Kevin Durant's debut with Suns

Somehow the Suns are happier and also more serious. That's bad news for the other teams in the Western Conference — and maybe the whole NBA.

Ja Morant allegedly went after teenager, mall cop in 'string of incidents'

Police records obtained by the Washington Post described two violent incidents allegedly involving the Memphis Grizzlies guard last summer.

Bucks turn up defense to cap undefeated February

Trailing by ten at halftime, the Bucks' undefeated month was in trouble. Then Milwaukee turned up the defense--and turned up the Giannis. Milwaukee held Brooklyn to 42 points in the second half, forcing five turnovers and outrebounding the Nets 35-18.

Hawks are playing for more than the postseason

Atlanta's new coach wants to push them to the playoffs. He also wants to decide who will be on next year's team.

Warriors overcome huge deficit to beat Blazers

No lead is safe in the NBA. This week proves it.

Watch: The Warriors don't want Klay to babysit

When Klay Thompson was asked which Warrior would be the worst babysitter, he was stumped. His teammates were not.

Raptors adding Will Barton for stretch run

The Raptors have ridden their starters had this year. They're hoping Will Barton can give them some rest.

Knicks are surging while cutting young players' minutes

The New York Knicks have won six straight. And they're doing it with less of RJ Barrett and Quentin Grimes.

LaMelo Ball's fourth ankle injury ends frustrating season

LaMelo Ball was poised to build on his first All-Star season in 2022-23. Instead, a fourth ankle injury will cut a strong season short.

'Load management' complaints target the wrong people

Load management is a growing source of frustration for NBA fans and the league is facing increased criticism from fans and media alike. But is the criticism being directed in the right direction?

Lakers playoff push in peril with LeBron news

The Lakers won three straight to get with a game of the play-in. They'll have to finish their playoff push without LeBron James. 

Watch: Nikola Jokic delivers another MVP-caliber flop

Nikola Jokic did it all for the Nuggets in their OT win over the Clippers, including delivering another epic flop in what has become somewhat of a trend for the MVP.

Browns owner buys stake in Bucks

It's not clear how much influence Haslam might have on his new tea,, but Milwaukee fans should hope that the recent performance of the Browns doesn't influence the future performance of the Bucks.