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Staff Writer Los Angeles, CA Since 2020

James Okafor

NBA & Olympics Writer

NBA Olympics Basketball Analysis International Sports

1,183 articles

James Okafor covered four Olympic Games (London 2012, Rio 2016, Tokyo 2021, and Paris 2024) before shifting his primary focus to the NBA. He played basketball at Marquette University and understands the game from the inside out. At Sports Central News, James writes the NBA Pulse column and returns to Olympic coverage whenever the Games roll around. His ability to connect basketball culture with broader international sports narratives makes him one of SCN's most versatile and widely read writers.

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Michelle Obama speaks into a microphone wearing a white textured top and earrings.

Michelle Obama's Media Advice to Angel Reese: A Missed Opportunity for WNBA Growth

Angel Reese in a blue pinstripe shirt and white tank top with a colorful headscarf.

Angel Reese Picks a Side in Klay Thompson-Megan Thee Stallion Split

Anthony Edwards in a white Wolves jersey number 5 talks to a referee.

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Stephen A. Smith in a grey suit and tie, speaking on camera with a screen and people in the background.

Stephen A. Smith Under Fire for 'Turned On' Comment to WNBA Star

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Caitlin Clark in Indiana Fever jersey #22 on a pennant, with a fan holding a shirt with #22.

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