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.
Team USA Forced to Settle for Silver as Historic 18-Year Championship Streak Ends in FIBA Tournament
Canada pulls of major upset at the AmeriCup U18 tournament, defeating Team USA to crown new champions for the first time in 16 years
“Lights Are Too Bright”: Knicks Superfan Tracy Morgan Takes Brutal Shot at LeBron James Ahead of NBA Finals at MSG
Lifelong New York Knicks fan Tracy Morgan shuns a possible LeBron James move to the Big Apple as the team stands two wins from a championship.
“James Harden Has to Restructure”: Lakers Reluctant to Offer LeBron James’ Desired Deal as Insider Details Cavs Reunion Path
Insider Brandon Robinson explains how the Cleveland Cavaliers need to work with the Lakers to acquire LeBron James at a discount.
“I Use the Example of Jalen Brunson”: Long Island Bishop Preaching Knicks’ NBA Finals Run to Catholic Followers
Jalen Brunson and the NewYork Knicks' mythical 2026 playoff run inspires Bishop John Barres to use their journey to spread faith
Scottie Pippen, Bill Cartwright Break Silence on Stacey King’s Passing: “Rest in Peace”
Chicago Bulls teammates Scottie Pippen and Bill Cartwright pay their respects to Stacey King, who passed away recently.
Anthony Davis Emerges as X-Factor in Warriors’ Pursuit of LeBron James as Blockbuster Trade Idea Gains Steam
A wild draft night trde proposition could help Stephen Curry and the Warriors land their desired target, LeBron James this summer.
NBA Caught in Embarrassing AI Abuse After Botching Tony Parker Image in Finals Broadcast
Fans call out the NBA after they embellish their Finals coverage with poorly crafted AI images of Tony Parker, among other unusual errors.
New York Knicks Hit With Major Mitchell Robinson Update Ahead of Game 2 vs. San Antonio Spurs
New York Knicks get just the update they needed as Mitchell Robinson's status for Game 2 gets revealed. Read more here.
Exiled NBA Star Terry Rozier Ordered to Forfeit $26.6M Earning Amid FBI Investigation
A recent arbitration order sees Terry Rozier forego most of his $26.6 million salary for the 2025-26 NBA season as the FBI's probe continues.
HOF Kevin McHale Downplays Luka Doncic in Comparison to Larry Bird, Says Celtics Icon Would Be a “Five-Alarm Fire”
Celtics legend Kevin McHale dismisses Larry Bird-Luka Doncic comparisons, suggesting the Lakers star is not even close to his Celtics mate.
LaMelo Ball’s $3.75 Million Lawsuit Continues as Hornets Star Set to Face Trial for Alleged Car Incident
Charlotte Hornets player LaMelo Ball to go on trial in a $3.75 million lawsuit from an incident in 2023 outside Spectrum Center.
“Should Definitely Get Fined”: Clippers Star Issues Demand for Action Against Ref, Wants Post-Game Press Conference to Explain Calls
Los Angeles Clippers guard Darisu Garland advises Adam Silver to hold referees accountable by introducing a few new practices
