Author image

Vivek Jacob

Sports Editor

About

Vivek Jacob is a freelance sports writer with over seven years experience. During this time, he has written for outlets including The Athletic, Yahoo Sports, Sportsnet, CBC, and Complex. Primarily covering the NBA, Vivek also covers tennis, soccer, and cricket.

Articles by Vivek Jacob (390)

Troubling Details Revealed In Terry Rozier Betting Investigation

Troubling details have been revealed by federal investigators looking into unusual activity regarding NBA guard Terry Rozier. Rozier most recently represented the Miami Heat but the game causing the most curiosity is from during his time with the Charlotte Hornets. A professional bettor placed 30 bets in the span of 46 minutes for a game […]

Vivek Jacob  •  1M
Valanciunas ‘Excited To Be A Nugget’ According To Team Vice President

Jonas Valanciunas is looking forward to being a member of the Denver Nuggets, according to the team’s executive vice president of basketball operations Ben Tenzer. There has been plenty of back-and-forth between the organization and player on whether he will honor his contract. Valanciunas had initially, reportedly, come to an agreement with Greek club Panathinaikos. […]

Vivek Jacob  •  1H
Damian Lillard Set For Reunion With Portland Trail Blazers

Nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard is set to make a return to the Portland Trail Blazers on a three-year, $42 million contract. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. Lillard is expected to have a player option in 2027-28 as well as a no-trade clause. He was stretched and waived by the Milwaukee Bucks a couple […]

Vivek Jacob  •  17 Jul 2025
Bradley Beal Will Join Clippers After Agreeing To Buyout With Suns

Bradley Beal is set to join the Los Angeles Clippers after reaching a buyout agreement with the Phoenix Suns. After he clears waivers, Beal is expected to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with a player option. One would anticipate Beal will serve as Norman Powell’s replacement at shooting guard. Beal gets added to a […]

Vivek Jacob  •  16 Jul 2025
What Are The 5 Best Landing Spots For Damian Lillard?

No player in the modern era has ever had the freedom of movement Damian Lillard has in choosing his next landing spot. Recently stretched and waived by the Milwaukee Bucks, Lillard has the financial security of his previous contract. With that, he can first focus on basketball and lifestyle fit and not be limited by […]

Vivek Jacob  •  16 Jul 2025
Spurs Clear Victor Wembanyama For Return From Shoulder Blood Clot

The San Antonio Spurs have cleared Victor Wembanyama to return from the blood clot in his right shoulder. The French superstar confirmed the news to his local news outlet L’Equipe. Officially diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT), Wembanyama seems thrilled to be able to play basketball again. “I’m officially cleared to return,” Wembanyama said. “It […]

Vivek Jacob  •  14 Jul 2025
Jalen Williams Agrees To 5-Year, $240 Million Extension With Thunder

Jalen Williams has come to an agreement with the Oklahoma City Thunder on a five-year, $240 million Rookie Max extension. The deal could be worth as much as $287 million based on meeting certain incentives. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. According the The Athletic’s Kelly Iko, all five years are guaranteed. There are no […]

Vivek Jacob  •  10 Jul 2025
NBA Cup 2025: West, East Groups Revealed For 2025-26

The NBA Cup groups have been revealed for the 2025-26 season, with the tournament set to begin Oct. 31. There are six groups, three for the Western Conference and another three for the East. There are five teams in each group. Six group winners automatically advance to the quarterfinals and will be joined by the […]

Vivek Jacob  •  09 Jul 2025
Chet Holmgren Agrees To 5-Year, $239 Million Extension With Thunder

Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder have reached an agreement on a five-year, $239 million rookie max extension. The contract can be worth as much as $250 million if Holmgren meets certain incentives. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. All five years are guaranteed without any player or team options. Holmgren has been […]

Vivek Jacob  •  09 Jul 2025
Spurs Acquire Kelly Olynyk From Wizards For Branham, Wesley, 2nd-Rounder

The San Antonio Spurs have acquired Kelly Olynyk from the Washington Wizards in exchange for Malaki Branham, Blake Wesley and a 2026 second-round pick. The pick will be the least favorable among the Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers and Oklahoma City Thunder. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. Olynyk provides the Spurs with a solid […]

Vivek Jacob  •  08 Jul 2025