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I am a senior at Southern Illinois University majoring in journalism. I first become a basketball fan in 2016, when I watched Game 7 Warriors vs Cavaliers in the Finals. I have written several broadcast scripts, press releases, and profile pieces throughout my college tenure. Currently, I contribute to The Lead where I have written over 35 articles since June 2025.

73 Articles
Apr 19, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts to a call by an official during the second half of game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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It Was Fitting That Tim Duncan Watched Wembanyama Break His Record

It’s hard to overlook the jerseys of the Spurs’ franchise legends who came before Victor Wembanyama as they soar high at Frost Bank...

April 21, 2026
Mar 19, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) celebrates with forward Tim Hardaway Jr. (8), forward Tobias Harris (12) and other teammates after scoring the game-winning basket against the Miami Heat during the fourth quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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How Did the Pistons Become One of the Most Remarkable Turnaround Stories?

“In basketball, it’s never been this hard for me to win games.” Those words embodied the frustrations of Pistons star Cade Cunningham back...

April 17, 2026
Apr 7, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles upcourt while defended by Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) in the fourth quarter at Chase Center.
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Warriors Must Continue Managing Steph Curry After Knee Injury

If you hadn’t known Stephen Curry was battling a knee injury, a recent performance against the Houston Rockets proved he came back right...

April 9, 2026
Mar 29, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis (7) attempts a shot as Denver Nuggets guard Julian Strawther (3) defends in the second quarter at Ball Arena.
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The Golden State Warriors Must Extend Kristaps Porziņģis

For as long as the Golden State Warriors have been in the Stephen Curry Era, they have mostly lacked a shooting big man....

April 2, 2026
Mar 21, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; LA Clippers guard Darius Garland (10) looks on during the game between the Mavericks and the Clippers at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Darius Garland Is Right at Home with the LA Clippers

When the Los Angeles Clippers traded James Harden, faith in the team’s future was faltering. Clippers star Kawhi Leonard prematurely suggested this season...

March 25, 2026
Mar 9, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain (3) gestures after scoring against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Jared McCain Is a Perfect Fit in OKC

Jared McCain‘s trade from the Philadelphia 76ers to the Oklahoma City Thunder caught everyone by surprise. After suffering a meniscus tear and a...

March 18, 2026
Feb 5, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors injured guard Stephen Curry against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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The Warriors Should Shut Down Steph Curry

The 2025-26 NBA season has gone nothing like the Warriors anticipated. Stephen Curry has missed over a month with a lingering knee injury,...

March 16, 2026
Jan 9, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) shoots a free throw against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
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The Warriors’ Poor Free Throw Shooting Is a Major Issue

Many factors determine whether or not a basketball team can pull off a victory: star stat lines, offensive and defensive execution, perhaps turnovers....

March 13, 2026
Feb 5, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (left) and brother Seth Curry react against the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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The Curry Bros’ Reunion May Be Over Before it Started

Nothing quite compares to NBA brothers living out the reality of playing alongside one another. It’s rare enough for a set of brothers...

March 7, 2026
Mar 2, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors center Al Horford (20) looks back at the Los Angeles Clippers bench in response to some good-natured ribbing during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images
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Warriors Need Al Horford More Than They Should

Al Horford is one of the NBA’s most trusted veterans. Previously hailed by former teammate Jaylen Brown as “Old Connector,” Horford has been...

March 4, 2026
Mar 3, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-106.
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The Historic Impact of Stephen Curry’s Legendary Shot in 2016

What makes a regular-season game-winner so legendary that it is still talked about a decade later? For Stephen Curry, his infamous game-winning three...

March 2, 2026
Oct 30, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts with forward Jimmy Butler (10) after scoring a basket in the 3rd quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit:
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The Jimmy Butler and Steph Curry Pairing Came Too Late

“Welcome to the wild, wild west where the dogs don’t sleep, and the sun don’t set.” Those were the opening lyrics to the...

February 24, 2026
Feb 22, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) cheers from the bench during a game against the Denver Nuggets in the third quarter at Chase Center.
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How Do the Warriors’ Injuries Change the Season Objectives?

The expectations of the Golden State Warriors have no doubt shifted in the wake of the Warriors’ injury news. Jimmy Butler‘s ACL tear and...

February 23, 2026
Feb 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Team USA Stars players, forward Scottie Barnes of the Toronto Raptors (4), guard Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns (1), guard Cade Cunningham (2)and center Jalen Duren (0) of the Detroit Pistons, guard Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves, center Chet Holmgren of the Oklahoma City Thunder (7), forward Jalen Johnson of the Atlanta Hawks and guard Tyrese Maxey of the Philadelphia 76ers (0), pose for a photo after winning the All Star Championships against Team Stripes during the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Hope for NBA’s All-Star Game Is Still Alive

This year’s All-Star Game was a refreshing sight for those yearning to see a return to high-level basketball. After years of apathetic showings...

February 17, 2026