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.
“He Used to Always Scare Me”: Ex-NBA Star Makes Honest Kevin Garnett Admission
Austin Rivers recalls experienceing Kevin Garnett's intensity while practicing with the Boston Celtics during Doc Rivers' tenure.
NBA Champion Sues Crypto Company After $2,000,000 Fallout: Report
Former NBA player Tristan Thompson has filed a lawsuit demanding $2 million after a crypto deal turned messy. Read more here.
Victor Wembanyama Breaks Silence After Causing Mass Confusion With Pre-Game Fit
Victor Wembanyama clears the air on his pregame outft choice as the Spurs force a Game 7 against the Thunder.
Shaquille O’Neal Gives Victor Wembanyama Key Advice to Beat Thunder as He Makes Clear Choice for NBA Finals
Shaquille O'Neal offers Victor Wembanyama a few golden words as the Spurs prepare for Game 7 against the OKC.
“I’m Not Sure to Be Honest”: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Has No Answer for Spurs Defense as Thunder Star Reaches Career Low
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finds himself running out of thoughts as Game 6 highlights his worst individul performance of these playoffs
Victor Wembanyama’s Message to Teammates Before Jared McCain Shove Revealed by NBC Announcers
NBC cameras and announcers confirm Victor Wembanyama's role in instructing his teammates to commit hard fouls in Game 5 vs OKC
“Let Him Off the Hook”: Victor Wembanyama Avoided $25K Fine Thanks to Magic Johnson Award, Reveals NBA Insider
NBA insider Chris Haynes revealed Victor Wembanyama's media honor saved him from a fine, as the league only gave the Spurs star a warning.
Owner Mark Walter’s Sudden Move Impacts Lakers Internally Amid NBA Layoff Controversy
Los Angeles Lakers Mark Walter makes his first brutal decision as the organization faces significant internal upheaval.
What Are NBA Finals 2026 Ticket Prices? Knicks Set Record With Most Expensive Tickets Ever
With the New York Knicks back in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, ticket prices have surged to a historic level.
“Have Caught Fish That Flopped Less Than Shai (Gilgeous-Alexander)”: NFL Legend on OKC Star’s Performance in Game 5
NFL legend Shannon Sharpe rips Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for excessive flopping in Game 5 win over the Spurs.
“He Was Lethargic”: NBA Hall of Famer Blames Victor Wembanyama for Spurs’ Collapse Against Thunder in Game 5
An NBA Hall of Famer calls out Victor Wembanyama after the Spurs go down 2-3 in the Western Conference Finals.
“I Want to Apologize”: Knicks’ NBA Finals Run Forces Shaquille O’Neal Into Surprising Admission
Shaquille O'Neal credits the New York Knicks for their dominant run as he apologises to the franchise after reaching the NBA Finals.
