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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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After Missing 26 Games, Stephen Curry’s Family Drops Truth Behind His Comeback Motivation

Warriors' Seth Curry reveals a joint wish he shares with Stephen Curry that is motivating his brother to make a return this season

NBA Champion Opens Up on Addiction Struggles After Jaden Ivey Incident With a Bold Message

Kendrick Perkins encourages waived guard Jaden Ivey to seek help after admitting to his personal struggles during his playing career

Grammy-Winner J. Cole Returns to Basketball After 4 Years, Takes His Talents International

After previous basketball stints in Africa and Canada, rapper J. Cole is returning to play professionally in China.

Trail Blazers Face 6-Figure Fine, Suspension for “Illegal Contact” With 20-Year-Old Star – Report

The NBA has fined the Portland Trail Blazers $100,000 for violating the league's rules of making contact with draft ineligible players

LeBron James Creates History vs Cavs Surpassing Lakers Legend While Doncic and Hachimura Reach Career Milestones

With a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James moves past Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in another historic milestone.

Pistons HC JB Bickerstaff Reacts to Jaden Ivey’s Controversial Remarks on NBA’s Pride Month

Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff offers his opinion on Jaden Ivey being waived by the Bulls after his contentious comments

Kevin Durant Says WNBA’s Connecticut Fans Will “Be Alright” Despite Houston Comets’ Takeover – Here’s Why

Houston Rockets' Kevin Durant is elated to see the Comets' return to the WNBA as he offers Connecticut fans a positive outlook

“I Was Shocked”: Rui Hachimura Admits Forgetting Anthony Davis Trade After Lakers-Wizards

Lakers str Rui Hachimura admits being shocked when seeing his former teammate Anthony Davis on the Wizards bench.

Anthony Edwards Says ‘Nature Call’ Delayed Arrival vs. Mavs as Timberwolves Star’s High School Habit Resurfaces

Old habits still prevail for Anthony Edwards as the Wolves star revealed the reason for his late arrival against the Mavericks.

Axed Bulls Star Drops “Truth” on LeBron James, Stephen Curry After NBA Pride Month Controversy

Bulls guard Jaden Ivey drops some advice for Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and others after his controversial social media rant

JJ Redick Makes MVP Case for Luka Doncic, Says Lakers Star’s Fitness Is as Good as His Rookie Season

Lakers head coach JJ Redick makes a strong case for Luka Doncic to win his first ever MVP as the race comes down to the wire.

“That’s Why She Said That”: Nikola Jokic Responds to Caitlin Clark’s Best in the World Comment

Nikola Jokic jokingly creates an excuse for Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark calling him the best player in the world.
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