Pranav Kotai is an NBA beat writer at EssentiallySports. With a master's in
sports management and a lifelong passion for basketball, Pranav has an eye for
understanding NBA like no other. Pranav is an open encyclopedia of all
storylines, with a well-rounded approach to his writing, especially for his
favorites like NBA legends Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley. Apart from his
technical know-how, he also has a strong penchant for identifying personal
stories. In his spare time, Pranav enjoys diving into the world of other sports,
with a particular interest in F1, football, and cricket.

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Pranav Kotai is an NBA beat writer at EssentiallySports. With a master's in sports management and a lifelong passion for basketball, Pranav has an eye for understanding NBA like no other. Pranav is an open encyclopedia of all storylines, with a well-rounded approach to his writing, especially for his favorites like NBA legends Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley. Apart from his technical know-how, he also has a strong penchant for identifying personal stories. In his spare time, Pranav enjoys diving into the world of other sports, with a particular interest in F1, football, and cricket.

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High School Basketball: McDonald's All American Girls Game

Apr 2, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; McDonald's All American West center Me'Arah O’Neal (13) shoots a free throw during the second half against the McDonald's All American East at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports

High School Basketball: McDonald's All American Girls Game - EssentiallySports

High School Basketball: McDonald&#8217;s All American Girls Game

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Pragya Vashisth is Lead Editor for the NBA Legends division at EssentiallySports. He holds a Masters in Sports Management and has embraced multiple roles from writer to editor at ES. Pragya is putting his penchant for writing and passion for basketball to mentor the next batch of editors. From the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony to game analysis by icons like Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, and more, he has been at the center of all things related to the legends. His successful coverage of major sporting events helped him transition to the lead editor role, where he ensures quality and responsible journalism practices. Additionally, Pragya was a divisional basketball player and has been following the NBA for over 15 years.

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Pragya Vashisth

Shaq’s Ex-Wife Mingles With Mike Tyson on Daughter Me’Arah O’Neal’s Big Day in
Jordan Brand Classic

Build Presents Shaquille O'Neal Discussing Toys For Tots

NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 06: Shaquille O'Neal appears to promote "Toys for Tots" during the AOL BUILD Series at AOL HQ on December 6, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Donna Ward/Getty Images)

Build Presents Shaquille O'Neal Discussing Toys For Tots - EssentiallySports

Build Presents Shaquille O&#8217;Neal Discussing Toys For Tots

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

Racial Difference Forced Shaquille O’Neal to Shed the Light on Bitter Truth,
“They Were Not Deemed Derogatory…”

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1), forward Kevin Durant (35) and guard Bradley Beal (3)

NBA: Phoenix Suns-Media Day

NBA: Phoenix Suns-Media Day - EssentiallySports

“Good, better, best. Never let it rest. Until your good is better and your better is best” - Tim Duncan said this once, and I took it as a sign to keep working on myself, without fail! Being a basketball player all my life, it was natural for me to eventually become an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. Being a Spurs fan, I fell in love with Duncan and McGrady for making me the fan I am today. Their dedication to their field inspired me to never give up, despite my knee surgeries. Today, as an NBA writer, I get to share my unique perspectives with the world. The fact that I actually get to write about the things that I love, especially while getting to watch them live, it something I love about my job. With San Antonio landing a cornerstone for their franchise in Wembanyama, make sure you are paying close attention to Spurs-based pieces. When I am not knee-deep into all things basketball, I am gaming. I love PUBG, NBA2K and Forza Horizon. Want to have a spirited debate on my articles? Hit me up on the links below.

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Abhishek Dhariwal

Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal Don’t Know “Who the F*ck” Is in
Charge, Claims NBA Veteran

Lebron James and Dwyane Wade attend a Los Angeles Sparks WNBA game

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 30: Dwayne Wade his son Zaire and daughter Kaavia attend a Los Angeles Sparks WNBA game on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 in Los Angeles, CA. (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Dwyane Wade - EssentiallySports

Dwyane Wade

Dwyane Wade’s Son Makes Dad Proud With 1 Move Which Looks Like ‘The Flash’
Reborn

Nikola Jokic, Kevin Garnett, Dwight Howard

Nikola Jokic, Kevin Garnett, Dwight Howard - EssentiallySports

Siyari Debbarma is a senior NBA writer at EssentiallySports. With over 700 articles under her belt, Siyari is an expert in providing in-depth analysis and coverage of the game. Her throwback article on Dennis Rodman's plea for help garnered more than 3.5 million page views, a testament to her skill as a writer and journalist. Siyari's expertise also extends to game coverage and lifestyle reporting on NBA players and their families. She brings a unique perspective to her articles, providing readers with a behind-the-scenes look at the personal lives of their favorite players. Her passion for basketball began when she started hooping in her senior year of school, and she has been a devoted fan of the game ever since. Although Siyari admires players irrespective of their teams, the Golden State Warriors hold a special place in her heart. She is a huge fan of iconic names such as Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Michael Jordan, but her personal preferences have never swayed her from delivering detailed and impartial content to her readers. When she's not covering the latest NBA stories, Siyari indulges in her love of reading, with a particular fondness for books on history and culture. She also spends time with her adorable cats and dogs, who keep her company when she's away from the court.

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Siyari Debbarma

Kevin Garnett Sides With Dwight Howard As Lakers Lose 10 Straight to Nikola
Jokic

Stephen A. Smith and Caitlin Clark - EssentiallySports

Stephen A. Smith and Caitlin Clark

Pavni Ahuja is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. Housing a keen interest in sports journalism, she is pursuing an undergraduate Journalism degree from Christ University. Pavni is an ardent fan of the NBA, with prior district-level playing experience in basketball. A dash of proficiency in the art of the written word and sports fever is what pulls her into contributing to the field of sports journalism day after day.

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Pavni Ahuja

After the Success of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, Stephen A. Smith’s Rant
About NIL Might Displease the NCAA

Dwyane Wade’s $6.10 Billion Chinese Ties Lure Son Zaire Wade To Take a 483 Miles
Special Flight

Darren Waller and Kelsey Plum | Image Courtesy: @ExpressUSSport X account

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darren waller kelsey plum

Jakso James is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports. Jakso’s analysis takes a reader around the league with a look at the player strategies and stats. An ardent football lover himself, he developed a strong connection with the Denver Broncos as he witnessed Russell Wilson break the barriers. Jakso holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. His ability to delve deeper into storylines and fondness for Newsroom Culture helped him lay the Noble Stone for sports journalism. In his current role, Jakso has extensively reported quarterback stats and comparisons on Brock Purdy and Patrick Mahomes. A believer in ‘Mamba Mentality’, this writer has a fond love for motivational literature. During his time away from ES Desk, the writer likes to devote his time to fitness Jakso’s presence has contributed in big ways to the 2023 NFL Season coverage here at EssentiallySports.

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Jakso James

Kelsey Plum Divorce: Is the Aces Star Richer Than Her NFL Ex-Husband Darren
Waller?

Las Vegas Aces v Seattle Storm

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 20: Alysha Clark #7, A'ja Wilson #22, Kelsey Plum #10 and Candace Parker #3 of the Las Vegas Aces react after a basket by Wilson during the second quarter against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena on May 20, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Las Vegas Aces v Seattle Storm - EssentiallySports

Ranjitha Ramesh is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. With a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, Ranjitha has a strong foundation in reporting and writing. Her passion for basketball, particularly the Lakers and LeBron James, fuels her desire to delve into the lifestyle and off-court activities of NBA stars. Ranjitha closely follows post-game interviews and analyses, constantly striving to learn more about the game and its players. Ranjitha looks up to the entertaining duo of Shaquille O?Neal and Charles Barkley and very much enjoys their banter-filled insights into the world of basketball.

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Ranjitha Ramesh

“Look How Marketable”: A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum Get Fans Support as Caitlin
Clark ‘Bandwagon’ Continues

NCAA Womens Basketball: Final Four National Championship-Iowa vs South Carolina

Apr 7, 2024; Cleveland, OH, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacts in the fourth quarter against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the finals of the Final Four of the womens 2024 NCAA Tournament at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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Shahryar Fazal is a senior NBA writer at EssentiallySports. His specialisation lies in his scrupulous Live Coverage of the events like NCAA and WNBA tournaments. A former sportsman himself, Shahryar used to contribute stories for publishing houses like TOI before taking up American sports as his field of interest. From Caitlin Clark to Cameron Brink, Shahryar is always on his toes to break any news involving the bright future of Women’s Basketball. Outside of work mode, he loves to hawk the court clashes and lives by an athletic oath of maintaining consistency in life.

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Shahryar Fazal

Kevin Durant’s Ex-Fiance ‘Dreads’ One Thing About Caitlin Clark’s Future WNBA
Career

WNBA: Draft

Apr 15, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Caitlin Clark poses with WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert after she is selected with the number one overall pick to the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft at Brooklyn Academy of Music. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

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Sabrina Ionescu’s Sneaker Success Needs Competition From Caitlin Clark’s
8-Figure Nike Deal, Claims Andrew Schulz

Apr 15, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Caitlin Clark speaks in a press conference after she is selected with the number one overall pick to the Indiana Fever n the 2024 WNBA Draft at Brooklyn Academy of Music. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Articles by Pranav Kotai

Shaq’s Ex-Wife Mingles With Mike Tyson on Daughter Me’Arah O’Neal’s Big Day in Jordan Brand Classic

Racial Difference Forced Shaquille O’Neal to Shed the Light on Bitter Truth, “They Were Not Deemed Derogatory…”

Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal Don’t Know “Who the F*ck” Is in Charge, Claims NBA Veteran

Dwyane Wade’s Son Makes Dad Proud With 1 Move Which Looks Like ‘The Flash’ Reborn

Kevin Garnett Sides With Dwight Howard As Lakers Lose 10 Straight to Nikola Jokic

After the Success of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, Stephen A. Smith’s Rant About NIL Might Displease the NCAA

Dwyane Wade’s $6.10 Billion Chinese Ties Lure Son Zaire Wade To Take a 483 Miles Special Flight

Kelsey Plum Divorce: Is the Aces Star Richer Than Her NFL Ex-Husband Darren Waller?

“Look How Marketable”: A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum Get Fans Support as Caitlin Clark ‘Bandwagon’ Continues

Kevin Durant’s Ex-Fiance ‘Dreads’ One Thing About Caitlin Clark’s Future WNBA Career

Sabrina Ionescu’s Sneaker Success Needs Competition From Caitlin Clark’s 8-Figure Nike Deal, Claims Andrew Schulz

Can Caitlin Clark Be for WNBA What Lionel Messi Is for MLS? Andrew Schulz Drops Bold Take