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Richard Pereira

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Richard Pereira joined PFSN as an NBA Writer in November 2025. He's garnered extensive experience at ClutchPoints, PFSN, Heavy, and Sportskeeda among others. He strives every day to improve his craft as a writer in the sports world.

NBA Insider Claims 76ers Nearly Acquired 7-Time All-Star to Help Joel Embiid at the Trade Deadline

A reporter reveals the 76ers tried to pair Joel Embiid with two-time Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard ahead of the 2025–26 trade deadline.

Stephen A. Smith Says He’s Bigger Than the Pelicans Franchise in Brutally Honest Rant: ‘Ya’ll Are Horrible’

Stephen A. Smith fires back on "First Take" with a viral rant after the New Orleans Pelicans mocked him on social media.

NBA Insider Drops Crucial 6-Word Update On Jayson Tatum’s Injury Return For Celtics

Tim MacMahon provides a crucial update on Jayson Tatum’s Achilles rehab, detailing how the Celtics star is coming along.

LeBron James Could Pull Off Surprise Move to Eastern Conference Contender, and It’s Not the Cavaliers: Insider

What team from the Eastern Conference not named the Cavaliers has a chance at landing LeBron James in free agency this summer?

Lakers Legend Lamar Odom Makes Personal Admission About Using Drugs in NBA Offseasons

Lakers legend Lamar Odom made a personal admission about his drug usage during his NBA playing career with Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady.

Raptors HC Darko Rajaković Pinpoints Toronto’s Most Crucial ‘Area’ for Improvement With Just 24 Games Remaining

Darko Rajaković pointed out the Raptors' most important area of improvement as they go through the rest of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Lakers Legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Candidly Reacts to Pat Riley Dubbing Him the ‘Greatest Player of All Time Because of His Longevity’

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar provided his thoughts on former head coach Pat Riley labelling him as the greatest NBA player of all time.

Former NBA All-Star Explains Why LeBron James’ Scoring Record Is Unbreakable

Jeff Teague points out the factor that makes it difficult for active and future players to break LeBron James' scoring record.

Former Champion Claims Knicks Have a ‘Legit’ Chance of Going to the NBA Finals, Under 1 Condition

Former player and current analyst Kendrick Perkins explained one thing the Knicks should do that will bolster their title chances.

Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Argues How Boston Can Win the ECF Even Without Jayson Tatum

Paul Pierce explained why he believes the Celtics can win the Eastern Conference amid Jayson Tatum's absence from the court.

Anthony Edwards Makes Feelings Clear on Tyrese Maxey After Getting Posterized, Stared Down by 76ers Star

Anthony Edwards provided his thoughts on Tyrese Maxey dunking on him during the Timberwolves' loss to the 76ers on Feb. 22.

Cade Cunningham Contract, Salary, and Net Worth: How Much Is the Pistons Star Earning?

Cade Cunningham stands tall as one of the highest-paid guards in the NBA. How much is the Pistons star earning with his contract?

Kon Knueppel Contract, Salary, and Net Worth: How Much Is the Hornets Rookie Earning?

Kon Knueppel has been astounding as one of the best rookies of the 2025-26 NBA season. How much is the Hornets forward making?

Who Is Richer: Brandon Ingram or GloRilla? Comparing the Net Worth of the Raptors Star and His Rapper Girlfriend

What do the net worth of Raptors star Brandon Ingram and popular rapper GloRilla look like? Find out what the basketball power couple are making.

Is Brandon Ingram Dating GloRilla? A Look at the Raptors Star’s Relationship With the Rapper

Brandon Ingram has been one of the biggest NBA names on and off the court. The Raptors star's connection with GloRilla doubles down on that.

NBA World Rips the League’s Decision to Invite 200+ Influencers to All-Star Weekend

NBA fans weren't receptive to the league's approach of having over 200 influencers cover All-Star Weekend at the Intuit Dome this weekend.

Ivica Zubac Contract and Salary: How Much Is the Pacers Star Earning After Trade?

How much is star center Ivica Zubac making this season and with his current contract after the Clippers traded him to the Pacers? Find out here.

Lakers Insider Reveals Whether Los Angeles Is Working on Another Trade After Luke Kennard Deal

One Lakers insider poured cold water on the idea of the team making more moves ahead of the trade deadline for the 2025-26 NBA season.

Shams Charania Discloses Bucks’ Shocking Move On Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Trade Amid Heat, Timberwolves Rumors

NBA insider Shams Charania provided a major update on the trade saga about Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline.

Thunder Predicted To Pull Off Stunning Trade for Clippers Star James Harden To Fix 1 Huge Roster Weakness

Clippers star James Harden could have a reunion with the Thunder amid the ongoing rumors ahead of the NBA trade deadline this season.

NBA Insider Reveals 2 Teams That Bucks Star Giannis Antetokounmpo Would Like to Join Ahead of Trade Deadline

One NBA insider named two teams who have the best chance at landing Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo amid ongoing trade rumors.

NBA World Blasts ESPN Insider Shams Charania for Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Saga Reporting: ‘BRING BACK WOJ’

NBA fans are getting tired of Shams Charania's repetitive reporting on Giannis Antetokounmpo's situation with the Bucks this season.

Contracts and Salaries From Bulls-Pistons-Wolves Trade: How Much Are Jaden Ivey, Mike Conley Jr., Kevin Huerter, and Dario Saric Making?

How much are Jaden Ivey, Mike Conley, Kevin Huerter, and Dario Saric making after the trade featuring the Pistons, Bulls and Timberwolves?

Jaren Jackson Jr. Contract and Salary: How Much Is the Jazz Star Making After Shocking Trade?

How much is star center Jaren Jackson Jr. making this season and with his current contract after the Grizzlies traded him to the Jazz? Find out here.

Kevin Durant Bluntly Calls Out NBA Analyst for Bringing Him Into Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Saga

Rockets star Kevin Durant called out an NBA analyst for using his name to connect with the trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo.