senior NBA Newsbreak specialist
Anuj Talwalkar is a senior NBA Newsbreak specialist at EssentiallySports, trusted for his real-time coverage and fast, accurate updates on league developments. With five NBA seasons and two Olympics coverages under his belt, Anuj stands out as the go-to reporter for the NBA Matchday Newsdesk. As part of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, he continuously refines his hard reporting with grounded storytelling shaped by fan culture and court-level insights.
An economics graduate and lifelong OKC fan since the Supersonics era, Anuj combines analytical thinking and a genuine passion for basketball. He’s recognized for both his live news coverage and feature writing, with aspirations to someday interview Russell Westbrook. Anuj’s reporting is marked by its reliability, depth, and strong connection to the pulse of the NBA.
LeBron James Compares Situation to Michael Jordan While Discussing Lakers Future
LeBron James discusses retirement, using Michael Jordan's take after the OKC Thunder put an end to the Lakers' season.
Luka Doncic Responds to Ric Flair’s Jibes, Calls Out Falsified Reports About His Injury
Lakers' Luka Doncic responds to Ric Flair's explosive criticism, clearing the misconception around his hamstring injury.
NBA Slam Dunk Contest Winner Hospitalized After Arrest Over Alleged Theft
A former Milwaukee Bucks forward was arrested in Oklahoma on accusations of theft of property amid a successful post-NBA career.
Luka Doncic Shares Emotional Reason Behind Missing Slovenia’s World Cup Qualifiers
Luke Doncic makes the hard cll of skipping his duties with Slovenian basketball in order to spend time with his two daughters.
“Whistle Has Changed”: JB Bickerstaff Questions Officiating Shift During Cavs Series
JB Bickerstaff calls out the officials after Game 4 record the largest free throw disparity in the ongoing Cavaliers-Pistons series
Warriors “Nose Pressed to the Window” on Giannis Antetokounmpo After Bucks Open Door to Bidding, Reveals Team Reporter
Warriors insider Monte Poole dicloses the franchise's best bid at landing Giannis Antetokounmpo after the Bucks' trade indication
Is Luka Doncic Playing Tonight? Lakers vs Thunder Injury Report, Where to Watch, Odds & More for Game 4
With the Lakers' season hanging on the line, has Luka Doncic recovered for Game 4? All the latest update on the upcoming playoff matchup
Emotional Anthony Edwards Dedicates Timberwolves Win to Late Mother on Special Day: “Couldn’t Lose This Game”
Anthony Edwards dedicates his clutch Game 4 performance against the Spurs to his late mother as the Timberwolves tie the series.
Knicks Fans Swarm Female Philly Reporter After Game 4 Win Over 76ers
A poor Philadelphia reporters has to face the wrath of the travelling Knicks fans as they wildly celebrate sweeping the 76ers.
Tom Brady, the Rock & Others Lead Ruthless Roast of Draymond Green With Steph Curry Joke
Draymond Green could have replaced Kevin Hart with how brutally he was roasted at Netflix's special event. Read more here.
“He Took Matter Into His Own Hands”: Victor Wembanyama’s Controversial Elbow Gets Backed by Mitch Johnson for One Reason
Despite getting ejected, Victor Wembanyama gets a supportive bid from head coach Mitch Johnson who asks referee to protect the Spurs star
Victor Wembanyama Suspension Is “Very Possible,” Says Stephen A. Smith as Analysts Come to Spurs Star’s Defense
Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless react to Victor Wembanyama's shocking Game 4 ejection as the possibility of a suspension looms.
