
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.
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Shaquille O’Neal Announces Decision on NBA Coaching Future: “I End Up Smacking One”
Lakers icon Shaquille O'Neal reveals he doesn't have a future as an NBA coach because he hates the modern game. Read more here.

“He Ain’t Got It”: Shaquille O’Neal Bashes Joel Embiid After 76ers Star’s Emotional Confession
Lakers great Shaquille O'Neal takes a dig at Joel Embiid for not having the ego it takes to be dominant. Read more here.

Emotional Shaquille O’Neal Admits Marriage Regret After Cheating on Ex-Wife Shaunie
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal shares the only regret on his life in a candid confession about relationships. Read more here.

Scottie Pippen Spills Unknown Michael Jordan Secret Ahead of Seven-Figure Memoribilia Sale
Preparing to auction valuable collectibles, Scottie Pippen reveals what one of his possessions contains Michael Jordan's secret to fly

Doctor Pinpoints Risk in Luka Doncic Injury After Mid Game Exit in Lakers vs 76ers
Doctor offers a possible diagnosis for Luka Doncic after the Lakers star exited the game in the second quarter against the 76ers.

“That Man Cared About Coming Home”: Ex-Cavs GM Makes LeBron James Confession Amid Cleveland Reunion Rumors
Amidst rumors of LeBron James returning to Cleveland, former Cavaliers GM shares how instrumental he was for their 2016 conquest.

“Hated Kristaps Porzingis on Our Team”: NBA Legend Gets Brutally Honest After Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga Trade
Jeff Teague highly rates the Hawks' move for Jonathan Kuminga as he gets brutally honest about disliking Porzingis' fit on his former team

Lakers, Warriors Get Their Wish as Bucks Announce Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Decision
The Bucks announcing their intentions to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo pulls the Lakers and the Warriors in an inevitable summer pursuit.

Kawhi Leonard Admits Personal Defeat After James Harden Snubs His Request Before Cavs Trade
Los Angeles Clippers' Kawhi Leonard reacts to James Harden leaving for Cleveland, revealing his unfulfilled desire to go on another run

What Is the Andrew Bogut Rule in NBA? All Details Revealed Amid Mike Conley Rumor
What is the Andrew Bogut rule? A rare loophole that could allow Mike Conley to return to the Timberwolves without waiting another year.

LeBron James to Join Warriors if Team Wins Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Battle, Per Insider
NBA insider Sam Amick reveals LeBron James could head to the Warriors if they manage to claim the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes.

Lakers Get Surprise Boost in Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Race After Losing $27M Target
The Los Angeles Lakers could benefit from the ongoing war for Giannis Antetokounmpo by using their expiring contracts to improve the roster.
