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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.

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“Sh** Just Kept Going”: Draymond Green Reveals Rudy Gobert Incident Left Him Shook in Locker Room Aftermath

Warriors star Draymond Green details when he knew his incident with Rudy Gobert crossed an ugly threshold. Read more here

Steve Kerr Admits He’s “Not Concerned” About Warriors’ Loss Despite Jazz Allegedly Tanking

Warriors head coach Steve Kerr asks the team to put the Jazz loss behind them as fans suspect another incident of tanking

What Happened to Derrick Jones Jr.? Clippers Star Headed to Locker Room vs Knicks

The Clippers suffer another injury blow, as forward Derrick Jones Jr heads to the locker room during their clash against the Knicks.

“Should Be a Suspension”: Lu Dort’s ‘Second Attack’ on Jokic Sparks Fan Outrage in Nuggets-Thunder

NBA fans implore Adam Silver to take action against Lu Dort as the Thunder star receives his second flagrant against Nikola Jokic.

Kevin Durant Breaks Twitter Silence After Burner Account Rumors — and It’s Not About Basketball

Paul Skenes' impressive debut at the World Baseball Classic saw Kevin Durant return to Twitter for the first time since his controversy

Scottie Pippen Believes a “Lot More Distraction Going On” With Modern NBA Leading to Viewership Problem

Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen points to distractions as the major cause behind the NBA's dwindling viewership numbers.

JJ Redick Urged to Make Change After Adou Thierro & Bronny James Make Headlines: “Can’t Find Mins for This?”

Lakers fans ask JJ Redick to give Bronny James and Adou Thiero a chance after their impressive showing in the NBA's G-League.

“Not Concerned”: JB Bickerstaff Shuts Down Celtics Concerns After Pistons-Heat Loss

Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff is not concerned with the Celtics' resurgence as his team deals with a fourth consecutive defeat.

Nikola Jokic Reveals He’s Taking Notes From Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Thunder Amid Playoff Push

Despite getting into a heated situation with the Thunder, Nikola Jokic reveals being an admirer of the top team in the NBA

Luka Doncic Admits Copying From Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart as Lakers Inch Closer to Important Goal

Luka Doncic gets real on the Los Angeles Lakers' defensive improvements as they squash the New York Knicks. Read more here.

“Not in a Position”: JJ Redick Admits Change in Approach After Latest Assessment on Lakers

Despite winning five of their last six games, Lakers head coach JJ Redick isn't letting emotions come in between his job.

Everyone Thinks JJ Redick Took a Shot at Deandre Ayton With Luka Doncic ‘Defibrillator’ Comment

Dd Lakers head coach JJ Redick throw Deandre Ayton under the bus to praise Luka Doncic? That's what fans feel.
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