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Vinod is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. Having over six years of experience as a creative writer, he combines his passion for basketball with his love for journalism. Being an ardent fan of the NBA, he has been following & learning from reputed insiders & reporters such as Adrian Wojnarowski, Tim Legler, JJ Redick, Stephen A. Smith & Nick Wright. Vinod’s love for basketball stems from the finesse & grit that he has witnessed in icons like Michael Jordan, Stephen Curry, Shaquille O'Neal, and more. His passion apart from sports is filmmaking, with his work behind the camera as focused on details as it is for journalism.

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Greek Freak Turns Hulk as Giannis Antetokounmpo Issues Hilarous Warning in Halloween Celebration After Smashing Heat

Giannis Antetokounmpo is the hulk that the NBA world should be scared of, and it was only his first 30 point game of the season.

Chris Paul Finally Breaks His Shooting Woes While Stephen Curry Continues His Breathtaking Form vs Pelicans

Chris Paul makes a 3 point shot for the very first time as a Warrior. And he would have to thank the rookie for setting him up for it.

Watch: Draymond Green Embraces Saints Superstar Derek Carr Ahead of Warriors-Pelicans Matchup

Draymond Green and Derek Carr shared a friendly moment before the Pelicans locked horns against the Golden State Warriors.

Miami Heat Injury Update: Jimmy Butler’s Chance to Upset Damian Lillard Receives Huge Blow

Jimmy Butler is going to face the Milwaukee Bucks without one of the key pieces who would have been the difference maker for the Heat.

Despite 40PT Annihilation, Russell Westbrook and Kawhi Leonard Hail Victor Wembanyama After Spurs vs Clippers: “One of a Kind”

Despite handing 40 point decimation to the Spurs, Russell Westbrook and Kawhi Leonard have great expectations for Victor Wembanyama.

Can Joel Embiid Put Up Another MVP Season Despite James Harden’s Trade Drama? – 3 Takeaways From 76ERS’ Demolition of Blazers

Joel Embiid is back to his MVP mode, as he uplifts the Sixers with a 30 point performance despite missing James Harden.

NFL Legend Shannon Sharpe Amused as Flava Flav Bottles the National Anthem at Bucks vs Hawks

The NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe shows his disapproval of Flava Flav's rendition of the National Anthem at Milwaukee.

Watch: Despite Setting Trade Drama Aside, James Harden Benched on Return to Philadelphia

James Harden is benched for the opener against the Portland Trail Blazers, but the coach is keeping a keen eye on him for live action.

Jimmy Butler Embraces Timberwolves Fans’ Hilarious Call-Out, Moments Before Heat’s 2nd Upset

Jimmy Butler was so missed in this game that the fans started looking for him as the the Heat were handed their second loss of the season.

Phoenix Suns Line-Up: Who Will Replace Devin Booker and Bradley Beal Tonight vs Jazz?

Kevin Durant will be facing the Utah Jazz without Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. With one loss to the Lakers can the Suns bounce back?

“C’Mon Man”: Enraged Sports Fan Lebron James Bids Boxing Adieu as Tyson Fury Gets Decision Over Francis Ngannou

LeBron James reacts as Tyson Fury gets controversial boxing win over ex UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou.

Can Zion Williamson Carry Pelicans to Top-3 Finish? Ex-NBA Champ’s Two Cents Might Not Be a Hot Take

Ex-Champion with the Dallas Mavericks believes in the Pelicans team to finish top-3, and his take has a lot ot do with Zion Williamson
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