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.
Target Price for Austin Reaves Revealed as 2 Eastern Conference Teams Could Join Bidding for Lakers Star, Per Insider
Lakers insider Jovn Buha reveals the "sweet spot" for Lakers to re-sign Austin Reaves as teams from the East could ruin their plans.
Victor Wembanyama Comforts Emotional Teammate After Spurs HC Unleashes Anger on 20-Year-Old by Grabbing His Jersey vs. Thunder
Victor Wembnyama displays his leadership as he consoles Carter Bryant following an aggressive coaching lesson from Mitch Johnson.
Courtside Female Fan Brutally Mocks Shai Gilgeous-Alexander With Unique Prop as “Flopper” Chants Continue at Spurs Arena
San Antonio Spurs fans don't hold back against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as one supporter brings out all her creativty to get under his skin.
Lu Dort’s ‘Dirty’ Plays Continue in Game 4 Against Spurs as De’Aaron Fox’s Camp Label Ankle Incident as “Unnecessary”
Oklahoma Thunder City forward Lu Dort comes in the negative spotlight again after another dangerous play against the Spurs
“Punched Us in Our Face”: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Addresses Game 4 Loss and Worrying Chet Holmgren Issue for Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander points to the Thunder's first quarter struggles as the Spurs blow them out in Game 4 to level the series.
“We Failed in Talent”: LeBron James Gives Harsh Reality Check About Lakers Roster Ahead of Pivotal Offseason Decisions
LeBron James reveals the one unavoidable detail that helped the Thunder sweep the Lakers in the second-round.
‘Thank You for Not Hurting Me’: Isiah Thomas Regrets Brutal Punch on His Teammate That Stunned the NBA World
Former Bad Boy Piston Isiah Thomas recalls the one moment where former teammate Rick Mahorn spared him from annihilation
Owner Dan Gilbert’s Message After Cavs’ 2–0 Deficit to Knicks Backfires
Despite owner Dan Gilbert's encouraging message, Cavaliers fans have accepted the New York Knicks are winners of the series after dropping Game 2
“Miss Him Every Single Day”: LeBron James Opens Up About Alex Caruso After Thunder’s 4–0 Sweep of Lakers
LeBron James recalls playing with the Thunder's Alex Caruso, as he heaps huge praise on the veteran guard's playoff impact
Nikola Jokic Teammate Tied to Rich Paul Makes Special Appearance at Lakers Facility Amid Trade Rumors
As the Lakers and Peyton Watson grow offseason traction, Nikola Jokic's teammate is spotted at their training facility helping Rich Paul.
LeBron James’ Instagram Activity Hints Major Cavaliers Return Amid Giannis Rumors
LeBron James has fans going bananas after liking a post hinting at a possible Cleveland homecoming next season.
WATCH: Spurs Star Assigned to Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Spotted in Public Restroom Mid Game vs Thunder
Spurs rookie Carter Bryant left fans as he used the public restroom just moments after being the primary defender on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
