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LA Clippers' Paul George being guarded by Suns' Devin Booker

NBA: Playoffs-Los Angeles Clippers at Phoenix Suns

Jun 20, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George (right) controls the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker in the first half during game one of the Western Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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Aditya Mohapatra is a sports enthusiast who primarily covers the NBA for EssentiallySports. Having graduated in Mass Communication, he has prior experience in writing for ABP News, and has been writing for EssentiallySports since November 2020. This die-hard Los Angeles Lakers fan feels that LeBron James is the best thing to have ever happened to the NBA, and will hold a healthy debate with anyone suggesting otherwise.

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Aditya Mohapatra

“We Gotta Check Rock Differently”: Fuming Paul George Strips “Lil Bro” Tag Off
Devin Booker, Reigniting Rivalry Built on Klay Thompson’s Honest Admission

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Debkinkar Maity is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports. He holds a Master's degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from a premier institution. He specializes in covering a wide range of themes, including trade updates and fan reactions, among others. As an MVP in his field, Maity relates to former two-time recurring MVP Aaron Rodgers, a testament to his passion for the sport. His recent piece, "Always Some Excuse": New Russell Wilson Update After Harrowing Season With Broncos Leaves NFL World Up in Arms," has garnered widespread attention. Maity's love for sports extends beyond the NFL, as he is also an ardent NBA fan and finds inspiration in the legendary player Lebron James. In his free time, he enjoys playing soccer, which adds to his already impressive understanding of various sports. Being an MVP in his skill, Maity relates to the former two-time recurring MVP Aaron Rodgers. His recent piece, ?Always Some Excuse?: New Russell Wilson Update After Harrowing Season With Broncos Leaves NFL World up in Arms? has interested more than 16k readers. Apart from NFL, Maity is also an ardent NBA lover and is immensely inspired by the NBA legend Lebron James. In his free time, he loves to try his hand at Soccer.

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Debkinkar Maity

Days After “Tampering” Allegations, Damian Lillard’s Ex-teammate Takes an
Inadvertent Shot at Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo: “Giannis Is Different”

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Kevin Durant, Damian Lillard

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

“League Shattering”: 24 Hours After Damian Lillard’s Arrival, 29YO NBA Star’s
Move From Kevin Durant’s Suns to Bucks Leaves Fans Thrilled

NBA: Playoffs-Phoenix Suns at Denver Nuggets

Apr 29, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts after a Denver Nuggets score in the second half during game one of the 2023 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: Playoffs-Phoenix Suns at Denver Nuggets - 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

“Miss Phoenix Already”: Heartbroken Spurs Guard Gets Real About His Former
Franchise After $19,000,000 Betrayal

NBA: Phoenix Suns at New Orleans Pelicans

Dec 11, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts to a dunk by guard CJ McCollum (3) during the third quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Wevers-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: Phoenix Suns at New Orleans Pelicans - EssentiallySports

“Did All That Extra Sh*t”: NBA Champion Slams the Suns for Losing vs Zion
Williamson’s Pelicans Again After Massive Scuffle in Last Game

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Ritvik is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. Having completed his Bachelor's in Journalism and Mass Communication from Amity University, Ritvik has finally got his foot in the door as a professional sports writer. He previously interned at another media house where he authored over 150 soccer articles, but he is now writing about his primary obsession, basketball. Ritvik has been following the NBA for nearly a decade and has been a diehard fan of Kevin Durant since his heydays with the Oklahoma City Thunder. When not writing about the beautiful game, he enjoys his rock playlist and is an avid watcher of the renowned American sitcom 'The Office'.

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Ritvik Malhotra

LeBron James’ 2 Word Warning to Phoenix Suns Goes Viral as Chris Paul’s Team
Crashes Out

Phoenix Suns DeAndre Ayton and Chris Paul

NBA: Finals-Milwaukee Bucks at Phoenix Suns

Jul 6, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) greets guard Chris Paul (3) after his baskst scored against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half in game one of the 2021 NBA Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: Finals-Milwaukee Bucks at Phoenix Suns - EssentiallySports

Yashima Bhatia is an NBA writer for EssentiallySports who specialises in providing nuanced predictions and updates for matches. She has a Bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. Yashima's love for playing the game came up at a young age, when the excitement of the games coupled with the intensity of the Playoffs had her hooked. Her interest for the game transitioned into her love for writing the sport. Previously, she has had experience as a scriptwriter for short films and a freelance photographer.

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Yashima Bhatia

Phoenix Suns’ Chris Paul Imitates Michael Jordan’s NBA Finals Debut With His
Stellar Performance in Game 1 vs Bucks

Minnesota Timberwolves v Phoenix Suns

PHOENIX, AZ - DECEMBER 15: VP of Basketball Operations James Jones of the Phoenix Suns looks on before the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on December 15, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry GossageNBAE via Getty Images)

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Who is James Jones, General Manager of the Phoenix Suns?

NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix Suns

Mar 21, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix Suns - EssentiallySports

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

Chris Paul Injury Update: Phoenix Suns Veteran Set to Return on Thursday vs
Clippers

Jun 22, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton celebrates after a slam dunk against the Los Angeles Clippers in the first half during game two of the Western Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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