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Arya Chawla

Arya Chawla

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Arya is an NBA & NBA Draft analyst from Boston, Massachusetts. He has produced content on specific players and teams as well as general basketball philosophy.

Mar 2, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) lays the ball up in the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
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NBA Rookie Of The Year Race: Stephon Castle Pulling Away

After a recent stretch of impressive performances, the Spurs rookie is pulling away.

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Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) dunks the ball as Auburn Tigers take on Alabama Crimson Tide at Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Alabama Crimson Tide defeated Auburn Tigers 93-91.
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Johni Broome Stuffs Stat Sheet In Overtime Thriller

Auburn's star big man showed out in front of NBA scouts.

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Feb 28, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) reacts in front of LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) after a basket during the second quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images
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Dalton Knecht Bounces Back in Battle of LA Squads

After an eventful trade deadline, Dalton Knecht has finally caught his stride with the new-look Lakers.

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Feb 24, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Timberwolves: Terrence Shannon Jr. Is Quickly Establishing Himself

After getting inserted into Minnesota’s rotation, Terrence Shannon Jr. has wasted no time displaying his capabilities.

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Feb 23, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jaylen Clark (22) and Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) go after a loose ball in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
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The NBA's Most Underrated Rookie: Jaylen Clark

Undrafted rookie Jaylen Clark's NBA career is off to an impressive start for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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Feb 22, 2025; New York, NY, USA; Duke Blue Devils center Khaman Maluach (9) dunks past Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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2025 NBA Draft: Could Duke Have Three Top-10 Picks?

In addition to Cooper Flagg, Duke freshmen Khaman Maluach and Kon Knueppel are making compelling cases as top-10 prospects. 

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Feb 4, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) dribbles in front of Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Amen Thompson Discusses The Key Drivers Of His NBA Development

Houston Rockets second-year standout Amen Thompson sat down with Draft Digest to discuss his development from top-four pick to rising NBA star.

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Feb 15, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) celebrating after dunking against the Stanford Cardinal during the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images
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NBA Draft: Everything Changes If Cooper Flagg Returns To Duke

Cooper Flagg recently expressed that he’d like to return to Duke, opening the door to a world of possibilities.

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Feb 8, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody (4) defends Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Matas Buzelis Is Bringing Chicago Bulls Hope

The eleventh overall pick is shining for the Bulls.

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Jan 30, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) shoots in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Zaccharie Risacher Stepping Up as Hawks Deal With Injury

With an elevated role, the first overall pick has returned to Atlanta’s starting lineup with stellar play.

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Jan 31, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) dunks during the first half against the Milwaukee Bucks at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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Is Stephon Castle Truly Untouchable on Trade Market?

As the trade deadline approaches, Spurs rookie Stephon Castle’s name keeps appearing in blockbuster trade rumors.

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Dec 21, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr (20) warms up before a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
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NBA Rookie Of The Year sweepstakes in close four-way race

These four NBA rookies currently have very similar odds to capture the honors.

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