
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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Dallas Reporter Explains Implications of Proposed Anthony Davis Trade With Draymond Green, Kuminga
NBA insider Grant Afseth sees the Warriors to be the best trade partners for the Mavericks to deal Anthony Davis. Read more here.

Jason Collins’ Reveals Life-Threatening Cancer’s Growth Rate In Honest Admission
As Jason Collins stands undaunted in the fight of his life, the former Nets star reveals the severity of his brain tumor diagnosis.

LeBron James’ Ex-Teammate Arrested During Routine Traffic Stop Over Old Warrant
LeBron James' former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Daniel Gibson was arrested on Monday for an unaddressed 2022 speeding violation.

Shaquille O’Neal’s Daughter Has Hilarious Meltdown When Asked About Dad’s NBA Legacy
Me'Arah O'Neal, the daughter of Lakers icon Shaquille O'Neal was left stumped when asked about her father's glittering NBA legacy.

Cooper Flagg’s Ex-Teammate Pitched in $30.8M Trade Amid New Report on Anthony Davis
The Mavericks could pair Cooper Flagg with a former teammate as trade buzz flies around their stars Klay Thompson and Anthony Davis.

Prayers Pour In After Former Celtics Star Jason Collins Announces Cancer Health Update
NBA fans offer their support for former Hawks star Jason Collins who revealed being diagnoses with stage 4 glioblastoma.

Are Warriors Trading Draymond Green? Latest on Star’s Future Amid Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors
With all the rumors connecting the Warriors to Giannis Antetokounmpo, is the franchise willing to part ways with Draymond Green?

JJ Redick Sends Urgent Message to Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Austin Reaves After NBA Cup Loss
After another upsetting loss, JJ Redick issues a strong statement for LeBron James, Doncic and Reaves to elevate the Lakers.

Will Dereck Lively II Play for Mavericks Again? Contract Breakdown After Season-Ending Surgery
As Dereck Lively II undergoes right foot surgery, here's a look at his current contract and could it affect his future with the franchise.

Lakers Urged To Make $240.7M Austin Reaves Decision That Puts LeBron James’ Future in Jeopardy
Miller is just as blown away by Reaves as the entire NBA, and he feels the Lakers should fully commit to him, even if it means losing a star

Did Giannis Antetokounmpo Buy $14.1M House in NY? Fact-Checking Viral Claim About Bucks Star Preparing for Knicks Trade
Did Giannis Antetokounmpo buy a NYC apartment amidst talks to the Knicks. Here's everything to clear out the ongoing rumors.

Chris Paul Clippers Exit: Who Is 19-Year Fan Jimmy Reynolds Denouncing Fandom to Support Lakers?
Who is Ex-Clippers fan Jimmy Reynolds? Here's everything to know about the former Clippers ball boy who couldn't fathom the Chris Paul situation


