basketball reporter
Grant Afseth is a basketball reporter who primarily covers the NBA and WNBA for EssentiallySports. With experience in reporting about the Indiana Pacers for the Kokomo Tribune of CNHI Sports, his resume also boasts the coverage around the Dallas Mavericks for the DallasBasketball, but not limited to it.
With an advanced understanding of the league’s X's & O's along with interviewing players and coaches, Grant puts an insightful spin on how he approaches sports journalism.
Soaring Flagg: Cooper Flagg Unfazed By Mavericks Point Forward Duty, Relishes Challenge In First 2 Weeks
Rookie Cooper Flagg’s early NBA journey blends promise and growing pains as he adapts to new roles, and learns under Jason Kidd’s guidance.
Caitlin Clark “Has Fun Winning” as She Makes WNBA History with Second Triple-Double, Leading Fever to Playoffs
Caitlin Clark continues to make WNBA history, leading the Fever to success with record-breaking performances and playoff contention.
Rookie Sensation Caitlin Clark Leads Fever’s Charge Toward WNBA Playoffs
Caitlin Clark fuels the Indiana Fever's remarkable turnaround, leading them from early struggles to WNBA playoff contention.
Exclusive: Satou Sabally’s Olympic Success Fuels Wings’ Hopes Amid Return ”“ “I Want to Elevate Our Team Again”
Satou Sabally speaks on her WNBA return to the Dallas Wings after Olympic success: "I’m just happy to be on the floor again."
Early Major Questions For Team USA Ahead of 2028 L.A. Olympics
Exploring Team USA's challenges for the 2028 Olympics, focusing on aging stars, rising talents, and the evolving basketball competition
Klay Thompson Embraces Fresh Start with Mavericks, Eyes Fifth NBA Title in New Chapter
After ending his stint with the Golden State Warriors, four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson is ready for his Dallas Mavericks fresh start.
Exclusive: Glenn Robinson III “Excited” to Join Magnolia Hotshots Amid NBA Comeback Efforts
As he works toward a return to the NBA, Glenn Robinson III expressed his excitement to compete in the Philippines in an exclusive interview.
Luka DonÄić, Slovenia Prepared to Play Role of Underdog Against Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece
Luka Doncic-led Slovenia and Giannis Antentokounpo-led Greece are all set to fight it out at the Paris Olympics 2024 to advance for a big win!
Fever’s Caitlin Clark Sees Much to ‘Learn’ from WNBA Debut Against Sun; Analyzing Her Performance
Caitlin Clark's highly anticipated WNBA debut was a mixed bag, as she scored 20 points but also committed a league-record 10 turnovers.
Inside Caitlin Clark’s Early Adjustment to ‘Physical’ WNBA; Analyzing Her Debut
Despite facing a loss in the debut match, Caitlin Clark's performance was solid. But, playing for the pro league requires adjustments.
“Why Not?”: Fever’s Caitlin Clark Embraces the WNBA Challenge Ahead of Debut Against Wings
Caitlin Clark, the top pick of the 2024 WNBA Draft, debuts with the Indiana Fever in a sold-out preseason opener against the Dallas Wings.
Phoenix Suns Face Leadership Void and Roster Limitations After Playoff Sweep
The Phoenix Suns confront significant challenges with leadership and roster flexibility following a disheartening NBA playoff exit.
