
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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Nikola Jokic’s 24YO Teammate Becomes Adam Silver’s Strategist to Fix NBA’s Injury Crisis
Spencer Jones, a teammate of Nikola Jokic reveals working with Adam Silver and the NBA to solve the league's increasing injuries.

“Dallas Got Fed Up”: Luka Doncic Questioned for Hindering Lakers Chemistry in Bold Remark
Amidst a three game skid, Max Kellerman and Bill Simmons ambush Luka Doncic for repeating the same mistakes.

NBA Coach Sends Playoff Warning Over 76ers Despite Joel Embiid Seemingly Hurting Himself During Celebration
While Joel Embiid dealt with a new injury vs the Heat, an NBA coach believes the Philadelphia 76ers could be dark horses this season

JJ Redick, Luka Doncic Look Visibly Frustrated as Fans Show Concern for ‘Disjointed’ Lakers
Lakers fans appear extremely concerned with the team's connectivity, as Luka Doncic and Co. let another game slip away from their grasps

“Clint Capela Was Way Better”: Deandre Ayton Faces Backlash After Voicing Frustration on Lakers Role
NBA fans express their displeasure with Deandre Ayton after the Lakers star's reported outburst following loss to the Magic.

“No Concern for the Fans” – Charles Barkley Puts NBA on Blast Amid Inside the NBA Schedule Complaints
Charles Barkley shifts his aim on the NBA, accusing them of abandoning fan convenience in chase of money. Read more here.

“I Owe Him”: Stephen A. Smith Makes Surprising LeBron James Confession After Revisiting Past Beef
Despite their heated rift, Stephen A. Smith applauds Lakers star LeBron James for his impact on the community.

Ja Morant’s Ex-Teammate Facing 20-Year Jail Time Returns to Basketball After NBA Exile
Jontay Porter, a former teammate of Ja Morant and banned from the NBA for life announces a return to professional basketball.

LeBron James Plots Lakers Exit to Buy $7Bn NBA Team With Close Friend – Rumors
Bleacher Report suspects LeBron James could be swayed to retire in order to get his dream of NBA ownership. Read more here.

Slavic Reports Confirm Reason Behind Luka Doncic’s Mental Struggles Amid Personal Lakers Slump
Slavic publications claims Lakers superstar Luka Doncic might be having relationship troubles with his fiance

Fired Nuggets GM Warns Nikola Jokic, Accuses Owners of Media Manipulation
Former Nuggets general manager Calvin Booth warns Nikola Jokic about his NBA future, citing ownership ideologies

Cameras Catch Luka Doncic’s True Feelings About LeBron James’ Game Winner Miss Before Taking Blame
Although Luka Doncic took the blame for the Lakers' last possession vs the Magic, cameras caught his initial frustrations with LeBron James.
