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Ved Vaze is a basketball writer at EssentiallySports, who brings ‘The Fan’s Perspective’ with an insider's eye to the NBA beat. A core Laker Nation follower, he covered the unraveling of the Orlando Bubble-winning roster and the key front-office decisions that reshaped the franchise. As part of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, his work delivers sharp, beat-aware insight on everything from trade buzz to regular-season narratives. A former athlete, Ved brings firsthand on-court experience to his analysis, breaking down advanced stats to reveal the real story behind the numbers.

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Vanessa Bryant Sends Nostalgic Reminder of Kobe Bryant Amid Constant Disrespect

One silent Instagram Story just reminded the world who Kobe Bryant really was—no words needed. Here's the story behind the story.

Knicks Hit With Bad Karl-Anthony Towns News as $150M Decision Risks Major Backfire, per Insider

Mikal Bridges locked in a $150M extension (plus one dollar?), but Karl-Anthony Towns' playoff defense has Knicks fans wondering.

Rectification on Mikal Bridges Contract Reports Emerge After Knicks Front Office Clarify $150M Decision

The Knicks just secured Mikal Bridges with a unique $150 million twist — and fans are loving every single dollar of it.

Alperen Sengun Has No Doubts About How Kevin Durant’s Rockets Spell Will Turn Out

Alperen Sengun breaks his silence on Kevin Durant’s arrival in Houston, revealing what it really means for the Rockets.

Jabari Smith Puts Rockets Locker Room on Alert Over Kevin Durant After Revealing $54.3 Million Impact

Jabari Smith Jr. just sent a message to the Rockets locker room after revealing what it’s really like working with Kevin Durant.

Eyewitness Drop Surprise Jayson Tatum Update After Celtics’ Risky Decision

Eyewitness accounts out of Las Vegas spark hope for Celtics fans as Jayson Tatum’s surprising recovery progress leaves scouts stunned.

Chicago Sky’s Hailey Van Lith Leaves Fans Baffled With Unusual Take on Knicks’ Jalen Brunson

Hailey Van Lith just sparked unexpected NBA chaos over one surprising name drop—and it wasn’t on the court.

Nuggets Receive Alarming News on Nikola Jokic’s Future Amid LeBron James Meeting Details Leak

LeBron’s bold new venture and surprising Nikola Jokic rumors could change basketball’s future — and fans aren’t ready for what’s coming.

Warriors Rumors: Silence Grows as 2 Offers for Jonathan Kuminga Don’t Entirely Satisfy Front Office

Jonathan Kuminga’s future with the Warriors just took an unexpected turn, and now, Golden State might be risking more.

Fact Check: Are the Warriors Trading Jonathan Kuminga for 25-Year-Old Sacramento Star?

Could a single Instagram like really spark a blockbuster trade? Here's everything you didn't know about the Jonathan Kuminga Keon Ellis buzz.

Everything Has Changed as Stephen Curry Pushes Aged Ladies & Oakland Restaurant to Break Old Habits

Stephen Curry just shifted the vibe of an entire city again — and it has nothing to do with basketballs, banners, or buzzer-beaters.

JJ Redick Reportedly Showed Frustration With Lakers Roster as Insider Confirms Coaching Future

JJ Redick’s rookie coaching season had it all—pressure, plot twists, and a few unexpected moves that left Lakers fans curious and concerned.
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