Devika Pawar is a Golf and NBA writer at Essentially Sports. A psychology
graduate from KJ Somaiya, Devika has an experience with sportswriting at
Republic World for around two years now. She loves NBA a little too much, and is
a dedicated Golden State Warriors fan. If not writing, you'll probably find her
reading anything from sports to fantasy.

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Devika Pawar is a Golf and NBA writer at Essentially Sports. A psychology graduate from KJ Somaiya, Devika has an experience with sportswriting at Republic World for around two years now. She loves NBA a little too much, and is a dedicated Golden State Warriors fan. If not writing, you'll probably find her reading anything from sports to fantasy.

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Texas A&amp;M v LSU

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 27: Shaquille O'Neal reacts during the first half of a game between the LSU Tigers and the Texas A&amp;M Aggies at Tiger Stadium on November 27, 2021 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Texas A&amp;M v LSU - EssentiallySports

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Starting off as a tennis author in 2018, Varun Khanna has gone on to contribute to EssentiallySports in various capacities. After setting up interviews with the likes of Serena Williams? coach Patrick Mouratoglou, Aliz? Cornet, and Noah Rubin, Varun is now part of all major ATP and WTA press conferences and has gone on to pen more than 1300 articles for EssentiallySports. He now heads the tennis and NBA division of the organization. While writing remains a passion for him, Varun has branched out into the marketing and communications department of EssentiallySports as well. When he wants to relax, Varun doesn?t have to venture away from tennis and NBA; he simply tunes in to Rafael Nadal and Michael Jordan?s exploits in their respective sports, past and present.

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Varun Khanna

$400 Million Rich Shaquille O’Neal Got a Humbling Reality Check About His
Luxuries From NBA Legend Bill Russell: “Every Hotel I Went to, I Had to Have the
Biggest Suite”

Shaq Foundation &amp; Icy Hot Unveil Shaq Courts at Doolittle For Vegas Community

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 23: Former NBA player Shaquille O'Neal attends the unveiling of the Shaq Courts at the Doolittle Complex donated by Icy Hot and the Shaquille O'Neal Foundation in partnership with the city of Las Vegas on October 23, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for Icy Hot)

Shaq Foundation &amp; Icy Hot Unveil Shaq Courts at Doolittle For Vegas Community - EssentiallySports

“Spoiled Brat” Shaquille O’Neal Opens Up on NBA Legend Bill Russell Giving Him a
Stern Reality Check: “Stop Complaining About Anything, Don’t Say Nothing”

Kobe Bryant directs his teammates during a game against the Timberwolves on Friday, Dec. 11, 2009,

Kobe Bryant directs his teammates during a game against the Timberwolves on Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, at Staples Center. (Photo by Luis Sinco/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Kobe Bryant directs his teammates during a game against the Timberwolves on Friday, Dec. 11, 2009, - EssentiallySports

$200 Million Rich Conor McGregor’s Lavish Kobe Bryant Tribute May Not Be Good
News For Floyd Mayweather

NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks

Feb 27, 2022; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) and center Joel Embiid (21) greet each other after the New York Knicks call a timeout in the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks - EssentiallySports

Sameer is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. Having graduated from Manipal Institute of Technology, he has always had a keen interest in basketball and the numbers behind the game. With a goal to become a Sports Performance Analyst for a professional sports team, Sameer brings insights backed by data. Moreover, being a former college basketball player, he understands the player's perspective too. Apart from sports, Sameer loves music and is a DJ and music producer. You can check out his music on SoundCloud under the artist name 'Stereoshack'.

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Sameer Prasad Koppolu

Joel Embiid, Travis Scott and Other Celebrity Guests Show Up in Support of James
Harden on His Massive Launch Party

Ellie Mae Classic - Round One

HAYWARD, CA - AUGUST 03: Stephen Curry plays his tee shot on the fourteenth hole during round one of the Ellie Mae Classic at TCP Stonebrae on August 3, 2017 in Hayward, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

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Ellie Mae Classic &#8211; Round One

Anshika Rai is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. She is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. Anshika has been following NBA for many years now. As an athlete, she played basketball for 6 years and has competed in state and national level competitions. In journalism, she has covered many important news stories as a photographer and writer. Anshika loves to travel and through her writing and photography, she has explored many regional areas of India and has even had the chance to work with the Army and BSF and understand their way of life.

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Anshika Rai

How a Group of Golf Fans Achieved Their Ultimate Dream Through Steph Curry and
the NBA

NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Los Angeles Lakers

Dec 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) is fouled by Los Angeles Clippers guard Brandon Boston Jr. (4) as he goes up for a basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Los Angeles Lakers - EssentiallySports

Aaron Mathew is a sports analyst at EssentiallySports. A graduate in Mass Media from Xavier?s College, Aaron has been a part of EssentiallySports since May 2020 where he covers both NBA and NCAA basketball news, and has also covered NBA 2K. In the past, Aaron has worked at the Sports Desk of Mumbai Mirror. He has also volunteered for organisations such as 'AkshayaShakti Welfare Association' and 'Reviving The Rivers'. His favorite player is, and will always remain, Kobe Bryant.

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Aaron Mathew

Former All Star Calling Out LeBron James’ Lakers In The “Battle Of Los Angeles”
Leaves Fans In A Frenzy

NBA: All Star Saturday Night

NBA: All Star Saturday Night - EssentiallySports

Chaitanya is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. He completed his engineering from SRM University. Having determined an interest in football and basketball, he was inclined towards having a job in the sports industry. He has been an enthusiastic writer with comprehensive knowledge about the way the sports world works. He understands the players' and coaches? perspective well as Chaitanya played both sports at multiple levels in school as well as college. Being an intricate viewer of the NBA, he brings a neutral and unbiased view. Other than sports, he is also a dancer. He has performed and participated in different competitions all throughout his school and college life.

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Chaitanya Sharma

“Goofball” Stephen Curry and Wife Ayesha Started A TV Show Just As An Excuse For
A “Date Night”

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$1.65 Billion NBA Franchise Takes Major Step for Women Amid Roe v. Wade Verdict
by SCOTUS

NBA: New Orleans Pelicans at Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 1, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) celebrates after a 3-point-basket in the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: New Orleans Pelicans at Los Angeles Lakers - EssentiallySports

“He’s the Epitome of a Coward”: Lakers Fans Back Russell Westbrook Who Finally
Snapped at Long Term LeBron James Critic for His Absurd Comments

PGA: U.S. Open - Practice Round

Jun 13, 2022; Brookline, Massachusetts, USA; Justin Thomas addresses the media during a press conference before rounds of the U.S. Open golf tournament at The Country Club. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

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PGA: U.S. Open &#8211; Practice Round

Arjun Athreya is a senior writer at EssentiallySports and has been contributing since early 2020. Having developed an avid interest in sports at an early age, he pursued a Journalism degree and graduated from Madras Christian College. Arjun manages the Golf division and its content, and primarily covers news pertaining to the NBA as well. In addition to it, he contributes to the NCAA (College Basketball), and Tennis divisions too. Outside of writing, Arjun has also conducted interviews with significant personalities in the sporting world. He connected with notable NBA Insider Brandon ?Scoop B? Robinson, and Jerry Castello, the CEO of USA Natural Patches, and the founder of a basketball tournament called ?The 5.?

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Arjun Athreya

Justin Thomas is Massively Concered About Collin Morikawa, But It Has Nothing to
Do With Him Leaving the PGA Tour

Anjana Prabhakaran is a Golf content writer at EssentiallySports. She has completed her Master's degree in Public Administration and considers researching as one of her hobbies. As her family is interested in sports, Anjana grew up watching every sport on television. In her free time, she plays either cricket or badminton with her neighbors.

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Anjana Prabhakaran

WATCH: Anxious Footage Shows an Unbothered Golfer Putting With a Bear Creeping
Up Next to Him

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Stephen Curry Ayesha Curry NBA - EssentiallySports

Stephen Curry Ayesha Curry NBA

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Articles by Devika

$400 Million Rich Shaquille O’Neal Got a Humbling Reality Check About His Luxuries From NBA Legend Bill Russell: “Every Hotel I Went to, I Had to Have the Biggest Suite”

“Spoiled Brat” Shaquille O’Neal Opens Up on NBA Legend Bill Russell Giving Him a Stern Reality Check: “Stop Complaining About Anything, Don’t Say Nothing”

$200 Million Rich Conor McGregor’s Lavish Kobe Bryant Tribute May Not Be Good News For Floyd Mayweather

Joel Embiid, Travis Scott and Other Celebrity Guests Show Up in Support of James Harden on His Massive Launch Party

How a Group of Golf Fans Achieved Their Ultimate Dream Through Steph Curry and the NBA

Former All Star Calling Out LeBron James’ Lakers In The “Battle Of Los Angeles” Leaves Fans In A Frenzy

“Goofball” Stephen Curry and Wife Ayesha Started A TV Show Just As An Excuse For A “Date Night”

$1.65 Billion NBA Franchise Takes Major Step for Women Amid Roe v. Wade Verdict by SCOTUS

“He’s the Epitome of a Coward”: Lakers Fans Back Russell Westbrook Who Finally Snapped at Long Term LeBron James Critic for His Absurd Comments

Justin Thomas is Massively Concered About Collin Morikawa, But It Has Nothing to Do With Him Leaving the PGA Tour

WATCH: Anxious Footage Shows an Unbothered Golfer Putting With a Bear Creeping Up Next to Him

Young Fan Openly Asks Stephen Curry?s Daughter to Marry Him Leaving Ayesha Curry in a State of Disbelief