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.
“Should Definitely Get Fined”: Clippers Star Issues Demand for Action Against Ref, Wants Post-Game Press Conference to Explain Calls
Los Angeles Clippers guard Darisu Garland advises Adam Silver to hold referees accountable by introducing a few new practices
“I Was Seeing Her in the Stands”: Karl-Anthony Towns Makes Emotional Confession About His Late Mother to Shaquille O’Neal
On the biggest stage of his NBA career, Karl-Anthony Towns felt calm as he sensed his late mother's energy before Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
“Wemby Looked Tired”: Doc Rivers Expresses Concern About Spurs Superstar After Game 1 Loss to Knicks
Former Bucks head coach Doc Rivers points to the issues he saw with Victor Wembanyama as the Spurs star struggled in Game 1.
“GMs Aren’t Loyal”: Paul Pierce Issues Warning to Cason Wallace as Thunder Star’s Future Faces Uncertainty
Paul Pierce instructs Thunder's Cason Wallace to bet on himself as he enters the final season of his contract with the Thunder.
“Didn’t Know How to Act”: Victor Wembanyama Reacts to Awkward Fan Incident That Disrupted Game 1 of NBA Finals
Victor Wembanyama admits how he really felt after a fan stormed the court to get a picture with him in Game 1.
Jalen Brunson Loses His Cool With Scott Foster After Painful Double Injury Scare in NBA Finals
Jalen Brunson was visibly annoyed at the referee after two injury scares threatened his NBA Finals participation.
Victor Wembanyama’s Brutal Workout at Shaolin Temple in China Unearthed by Ramona Shelburne Ahead of NBA Finals
ESPN's Ramona Shelburne learns about the very different routine Victor Wembanyama practiced during his Shaolin temple retreat
Projected Top Pick AJ Dybantsa Says Luka Doncic Delivered the “Craziest” Performance He’s Ever Seen Live
AJ Dybantsa thought he understood the NBA until he watched Luka Doncic deliver a historic performance.
“He Didn’t Have Any Fans”: Kevin Garnett Shuts Down Paul Pierce Calling LeBron James the Face of the League in 2004
Kevin Garnett grills hsi former teammate Paul Pierce for suggesting LeBron James became the face of the league over Kobe Bryant in 2004
“Process Has Already Started”: Warriors’ Pursuit of LeBron James Still Alive as Insider Reveals Potential Offer
Warriors insider Tim Kawakami has never felt better about landing LeBron James as he details the Bay's active interest in the free agent.
Austin Reaves, Bronny James & 3 More Lakers Stars’ Future in Limbo as $474.5M Decision Loom, Per Insider
The Los Angeles Lakers have a slate of decisions to make as an ESPN Insider reveals five extension candidates for the offseason
Stephen Curry’s New Deal With Chinese Brand Emerges as Major Threat to Nike’s International Business
Nike is at risk of losing China after Warriors superstar Stephen Curry decides to continue his Curry Brand with Li-Ning.
