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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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Will Jayson Tatum Play Tonight in Game 7? Celtics vs 76ers Injury Report, Where to Watch, Odds & More (02/05)
After an injury scare in Game 6, is Jayson Tatum available for Game 7 against the 76ers? Injury updates and more for the dramatic clash.

NBA Champion Michael Porter Jr. Calls Cops Over Private Info Leak, Forced to Leave Home
Former Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. had to call the police after his personal information was leaked.

LeBron James Delighted Over Cavs’ Playoff Loss vs. Raptors Due to One Reason: “I’m Happy”
LeBron James celebrates the Cavaliers' heartbreaking loss to the Toronto Raptors as a Game 7 benefits the Lakers.

Evan Mobley’s Mother Seemingly Blames Donovan Mitchell After Cavs Stand on Brink of Elimination vs. Raptors
Evan Mobley's mother, Nicol makes a cryptic retweet possibly suggesting Donovan Mitchell needs to take a step back to help the Cavaliers

Paolo Banchero, Magic’s Unthinkable 45-Minute Stretch Paves Way for Pistons’ Historic Comeback to Force Game 7
Paolo Banchero and the Magic couldn't buy a bucket to save themselves as the Pistons stage the largest playing comeback since 1996-97

“Taking Your Mom Out”: Charles Barkley Claps Back at ‘Inside the NBA’ Fan as Shaquille O’Neal Approves
Inside the NBA's Charles Barkely turns feral against an online fan who criticised his fashion during their latest broadcast.

NBA’s Parity Era: The Curious Case of the 2026 Playoffs
The NBA playoffs promise anything and everything. Matchups and health dictate what is the most unpredictable postseason in years

NBA Playoffs Preview: Injury Report, Predicted Lineup, Odds for 05/01 Games Feat. Cavs, Pistons, Lakers, and More
The NBA Playoffs continue to deliver drama, and we bring you all the latest updates and information on games on May 1, 2026.

Shaquille O’Neal Spares One Nuggets Star After Nikola Jokic & Co.’s Elimination: “He Played Well”
Shaquille O'Neal expected more from Nikola Jokic as the Big Diesel praised just one Nuggets star in their Game 6 elimination to the Timberwolves

Frustrated Nikola Jokic Shoves Timberwolves Star as Referees Hand Out Triple Technical During Game 6 Incident
Nikola Jokic gets in troubles with the referees for a second-time after he shoves a Timberwolves player during Game 6.

WATCH: Shaquille O’Neal Performs Live CPR as Inside the NBA Crew Reacts to Hawks-Knicks in Hilarious Fashion
Shaquille O'Neal had to perform CPR on a Hawks toy after the Knicks demolished them in Game 6, handing them a historic loss.

NBA Playoffs Preview: Injury Report, Predicted Lineup, Odds for 04/30 Games Feat. Celtics, Knicks, Wolves, and More
Latest injury updates, odds and more as the Denver Nuggets, Boston Celtics, and Knicks headline the NBA Playoffs.
