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Sai Mohan

NBA Writer

A veteran sportswriter based in Portugal, Sai covers the NBA for Yardbarker and a few local news outlets. He had the honor of covering sporting events across four different continents as a newspaper reporter. Some of his all-time favorite athletes include Mike Tyson, Larry Bird, Luís Figo, Ayrton Senna and Steffi Graf.

EXPERTISE:

NBA, Tennis, Boxing, Pro Wrestling

History suggests Lakers will reach NBA Finals

Let's connect the dots and highlight the telltale signs working in the favor of Luka Doncic, JJ Redick and Co. 

The latest feather in tennis legend Serena Williams' cap

We now have more evidence that crowns Serena Williams as a true oddity in a male-dominating sporting world.

NBA's midseason shakeup yielding 25-year high in ratings

The NBA is the healthiest it's been in decades when it comes to parity, and the high quality of competition is bringing in the eyeballs.

'Most overrated' Tyrese Haliburton silences critics

In the lead-up to Tuesday's Game 2 against the Bucks, The Athletic's annual anonymous player survey revealed the Pacers star earned the unwanted distinction of being voted the "Most Overrated Player" by his peers.

Luka Doncic becomes first player to achieve this playoff feat

Luka Doncic is notorious for his slow starts, but he's hit the ground running in his postseason career with the Lakers.

Staggering numbers show how teammates are failing Giannis Antetokounmpo 

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been a one-man wrecking crew through the first two games of the 2025 NBA playoffs. Sadly for the Bucks, his heroics haven't been enough to get them in the win column.

NBA needs to look into 'dirty play' on Luka Doncic

Basketball fans are enjoying the physicality in the NBA playoffs. That said, there's a fine line between being physical and dirty. 

Nico Harrison continues to worsen public image

Since trading Luka Doncic in February, Harrison has tried to justify the controversial move with comments that many felt only heightened the Dallas fan base's contempt toward him.

Whiny Knicks don't inspire confidence after Game 2 loss

The Pistons have dominated the Knicks in seven of the eight quarters of their first-round series thus far. 

Kawhi Leonard joins elite company after efficient 39-point outburst

Leonard joined elite company with his latest display of scoring volume and impressive efficiency.

It's disrespectful to label Rockets underdogs against Warriors

The Warriors are only the second seventh seed in the last 30 years to be favored in a first-round matchup against the second seed. 

Exactly a year later, Klay Thompson enjoys sweet redemption

On April 16, 2024, Thompson shot 0-of-10 from the floor as the Warriors lost to the Kings in the play-in and failed to make the playoffs.

Top 10 storylines entering the 2025 NBA playoffs

What are you looking forward to the most in the NBA playoffs?

Heat failed Jimmy Butler, who just needed a 'Batman' 

Butler put the Heat on his back, both literally and figuratively, through his six years with the franchise. 

Nico Harrison pours salt into Mavericks fan base's wounds

The fan base is still reeling from the nightmare it endured on Feb. 2 when the franchise traded away Luka Doncic.

Where do NBA play-in stats and records go?

Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler became the first pair of teammates to combine for over 75 points, 25 free throws, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, five 3PM and four steals in the Warriors' win over the Grizzlies in the play-in tournament on Tuesday.

Luka Doncic is obvious answer to 'face of the NBA' question

Doncic, 26, checks every box the league needs in its next top star.

Is Jayson Tatum the third greatest Celtic ever?

He has a chance to shatter every franchise record before he hangs up his jersey. 

LaMelo Ball's honeymoon period with Hornets is over

During his five-year NBA career, Ball hasn't been criticized for failing to guide the Hornets to the playoffs — at least not as much as other top-three picks.

Directionless Suns set to pay four coaches at same time

The Suns' 2024-25 campaign may go down as the biggest disaster in sports history.

Chris Paul makes incredible NBA history in 20th season

The Spurs won't be going to the postseason, but the franchise ought to be thrilled with Paul's leadership.

History favors Thunder to capture NBA championship

A historic regular season has the Thunder in some strong company.

Steve Kerr has no excuse for benching Jonathan Kuminga

Less than two weeks after receiving praise for his contributions to a win over the Lakers, Kuminga didn't see the floor in a loss to the Clippers.

The NBA is the healthiest it's been in decades

Hoop fans have little to complain about when the postseason gets underway on Saturday.

Anthony Edwards can further 'legend killer' reputation against Lakers

The budding superstar announced his arrival in last year's playoffs when he ousted Kevin Durant and Nikola Jokic en route to the Western Conference Finals.