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Ashish Mathur

Ashish Mathur is an NBA and NFL writer and insider for Dallas Sports Journal based in Chicago. He has covered the NBA and NFL since 2015 for ClutchPoints, Sportscasting, Heavy Sports, NBA Analysis Network, Fadeaway World, Hoops Wire and Athlon Sports. You can follow Ashish on X @amathur25.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James #23 drives past Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid #21 at Crypto.com Arena.

NBA Philadelphia 76ers

‘The Big Fella’: LeBron James’ Desire To Help Joel Embiid Win NBA Title Played Big Role In Signing With Philadelphia 76ers

Ashish MathurSeptember 25, 2026September 25, 2026

On the latest episode of his podcast with Hall of Famer Steve Nash, LeBron James opened up about why he signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.

Luka Doncic #77 and Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a timeout against the Chicago Bulls at Crypto.com Arena on March 12, 2026.

Los Angeles Lakers NBA

Rob Pelinka Calls Luka Dončić ‘World’s Greatest Offensive Player’ As Los Angeles Lakers Remodel Roster Around Superstar

Ashish MathurSeptember 24, 2026September 24, 2026

It's safe to say that the Los Angeles Lakers love having Luka Dončić.

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers catches his breath during Game 4 of the Western Conference Second Round playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 11, 2026.

Los Angeles Lakers NBA

‘It Was A Great Era’: Rob Pelinka Opens Up About LeBron James Leaving Los Angeles Lakers

Ashish MathurSeptember 24, 2026September 24, 2026

James signed with the 76ers in free agency, ending his eight-year run with the Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James #23 meets with Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey after the game at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

NBA Philadelphia 76ers

Philadelphia 76ers Star LeBron James Drops 10 Spots On ESPN’s Top 20 NBA Players List

Ashish MathurSeptember 23, 2026September 24, 2026

New Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James dropped 10 spots on ESPN's top 20 NBA players list. Find out where he landed.

Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks reacts to a foul call during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Madison Square Garden on March 24, 2026.

NBA New York Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns, New York Knicks Unlikely To Reach Extension Before Training Camp

Ashish MathurSeptember 23, 2026

Towns will make $57.1 million during the 2026-27 season. He has a player option worth $61 million for the 2027-28 campaign.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson walks off the field after a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field.

Chicago Bears NFL

Chicago Bears Drop 4 Spots In ESPN’s NFL Power Rankings After Week 2 Loss

Ashish MathurSeptember 22, 2026September 22, 2026

The Bears (1-1) dropped in ESPN’s NFL power rankings after losing to the Vikings (2-0) at home in Week 2.

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard controls the ball against Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles

NBA Toronto Raptors

Kawhi Leonard Agrees To $115 Million Extension With Toronto Raptors

Ashish MathurSeptember 22, 2026September 23, 2026

Leonard got paid again.

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren reacts during a playoff game against the Orlando Magic.

Detroit Pistons NBA

Jalen Duren ‘Rebuffed’ $200 Million Offer From Detroit Pistons

Ashish MathurSeptember 21, 2026September 22, 2026

Duren remains a restricted free agent, and it doesn’t appear the center is close to getting a new deal.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams #18 lies on the field with an apparent injury against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field.

Chicago Bears NFL

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams Could Play In Week 3 Despite Hamstring Injury

Ashish MathurSeptember 21, 2026September 22, 2026

Williams, who suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2 against the Vikings and needed to be carted off to the locker room, is considered "week-to-week."

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard shoots over Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram during a 2026 game at Intuit Dome

NBA Toronto Raptors

Toronto Raptors To Sign Kawhi Leonard To Extension Soon

Ashish MathurSeptember 18, 2026September 18, 2026

Leonard, 35, has one year left on his contract. He will make $50.3 million next season.

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Ashish Mathur

‘The Big Fella’: LeBron James’ Desire To Help Joel Embiid Win NBA Title Played Big Role In Signing With Philadelphia 76ers

Rob Pelinka Calls Luka Dončić ‘World’s Greatest Offensive Player’ As Los Angeles Lakers Remodel Roster Around Superstar

‘It Was A Great Era’: Rob Pelinka Opens Up About LeBron James Leaving Los Angeles Lakers

Philadelphia 76ers Star LeBron James Drops 10 Spots On ESPN’s Top 20 NBA Players List

Karl-Anthony Towns, New York Knicks Unlikely To Reach Extension Before Training Camp

Chicago Bears Drop 4 Spots In ESPN’s NFL Power Rankings After Week 2 Loss

Kawhi Leonard Agrees To $115 Million Extension With Toronto Raptors

Jalen Duren ‘Rebuffed’ $200 Million Offer From Detroit Pistons

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams Could Play In Week 3 Despite Hamstring Injury

Toronto Raptors To Sign Kawhi Leonard To Extension Soon

Cooper Flagg Available As Dallas Mavericks Face Miami Heat After Shoulder Sprain Absence

Oklahoma City Thunder Forwards Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace Need Surgery; Out Indefinitely

Walter Clayton Jr. Embraces Fresh Start With Dallas Mavericks After ‘Learning Year’ in NBA

Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg Upgraded To Probable Against Miami Heat After Shootaround

Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg Participates In Shootaround Before Miami Heat Game

‘Earned More And More Trust’: Dusty May Sees Sergio De Larrea Emerging For Dallas Mavericks