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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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Is Austin Reaves Starting Tonight? Latest Update on Lakers Star’s Minutes Restriction

Looking to bounce back from back-to-back losses, will the Los Angeles Lakers lift Austin Reaves' minutes restriction?

NBA Legend’s Bold Jaylen Brown Claim May Finally End America’s 7-Year Drought

An NBA legend sees Jaylen Brown winning a major accolade, building a narrative that might see the 1st USA player claim the honor after years.

Mavs Owner Confirms Plan to Cut Off Mark Cuban From Team After Repurchase Rumors Emerge

The table has flipped on Mark Cuban as the Dallas Mavericks majority owners underline plans to increase their stake in the franchise.

Predicting the Winner of 2026 NBA All-Star Dunk Contest: Odds Breakdown for Carter Bryant, Jaxson Hayes, and Others

Polymarket is offering users to make their prediction for the upcoming NBA All-Star Dunk Contest. Here's how the market looks right now

Ex-Lakers Star Confirms Why LeBron James Avoided Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant Path in Slam Dunk Contest

Former Lakers star Cedric Ceballos explains why LeBron James declined entering the dunk contest despite having great athleticism.

Victor Wembanyama Issues Indirect Warning to Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic & 22 Players Ahead of All-Star Weekend

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama continues to encourage fellow All-Star to take the weekend seriously with hopes of rejuvenating fan interest.

Damian Lillard Announces Decision on Injury Return After Confirming All-Star Weekend Participation

Portland guard Damian Lillard maps out his return timeline after declaring for his sixth three-point contest at the upcoming All-Star weekend

JJ Redick Calls For Change From Adam Silver After LeBron James’ 21-Year Streak Ends

Lakers head coach JJ Redick implores Adam Silver to change the 65-game rule as LeBron James' 21-year streak comes to an end.

“They Don’t Trust You”: NBA Legend Calls Out Duncan Robinson for Bailing on Pistons-Hornets Brawl

Former Clippers star Lou Williams criticizes Pistons forward Duncan Robinson for walking away from the scuffle.

Lakers Bench Caught Giving Up on Teammate as JJ Redick Blames LeBron James Treatment for Loss

The Lakers bench was caught losing hope with four minutes left in their loss against the Thunder as Redick regrets not using LeBron James enough

Paul George Puts Joel Embiid, 76ers in “Tough Position,” Philly Star Admits in Honest Confession

76ers guard Quentin Grimes opens up about the challenges of losing Paul George as the star serves a 25-game suspension.

“Beat His A**”: Kobe Bryant’s Coach Slams Ex-GM After Lakers Firing

Former Lakers head coach Byron Scott opens up about the betrayal he felt when fired in 2016 following Kobe Bryant's final season.
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