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Chinmay Vaidya

I'm a writer/reporter at Stadium with a focus on the NBA. I'm a fan of all sports, but basketball and cricket are my two favorites. When I realized I lacked the athletic ability to play professional sports, I decided to pursue sports journalism to remain part of the action.

Outside of sports, I enjoy action movies, hitting the gym and hanging out with friends. I despise warm weather more than I like cold weather. I've lived in the Chicagoland area since 2001 and am excited to cover the NBA in a unique way for Stadium. Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time, but Kobe Bryant is my favorite player of all time. Missouri School of Journalism product.

Follow me on Twitter @Chinmay_Vaidya at your own peril.

  • NBA
  • May 1, 2019

Kevin Durant’s Brilliance Has Blanketed Steph Curry’s Consistency

Kevin Durant has been on fire during the 2019 postseason. He’s averaging 34.3 points per game through eight playoff matchups. That includes a 50-point effort to seal Golden State’s 4-2 series win over the Clippers and a 29-point performance to go up 2-0 on Houston. Durant has always been considered one of the top players […]

  • NBA
  • April 30, 2019

Jimmy Butler Showcased His Superstar Status in the 76ers’ Game 2 Victory

Jimmy Butler delivered in a big way for the 76ers. The superstar put up 30 points, 11 rebounds and five assists to lead Philadelphia past the Raptors 94-89, leveling their playoff series at 1-1. It was the franchise’s first win in Toronto since 2012. “Everybody wants to paint a picture that we haven’t won here […]

  • NBA
  • April 24, 2019

Dame Time: Damian Lillard’s Legacy Grows With Series Dagger

Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard made headlines earlier this season when discussing championships on The Posted Up Podcast with Yahoo’s Chris Haynes. On the heels of his exhilarating game-winner Tuesday night, Lillard’s statement is fascinating context, so we’ll show you the full quote: “Six, seven years of fighting, trying to get over the hump — […]

  • NBA
  • April 23, 2019

Will the Suns Give Their Next Head Coach a Fighting Chance?

The Suns have once again decided to move in a new direction with their head coaching position. Phoenix relieved Igor Kokoskov of his duties after one season with the team. Kokoskov went 19-63 with the Suns in what was going to be a rebuilding year with the priority being the development of Phoenix’s young players. […]

  • NBA
  • April 16, 2019

Luke Walton’s Coaching Philosophies Mesh Perfectly With Kings

“Get up and down and run — and have fun — and shoot the basketball.” That’s what Kings guard Buddy Hield told me when I asked about the style behind the success of Sacramento’s backcourt of him and De’Aaron Fox, who combined this past year to lead the Kings to their best record since the […]

  • NBA
  • April 16, 2019

DeMarcus Cousins’ Latest Injury Has Serious Contract Implications

The Warriors will likely be down an All-Star for the rest of the year. According to Stadium NBA Insider Shams Charania, Golden State center DeMarcus Cousins has a torn left quad. The injury will likely force Cousins to miss the rest of the playoffs, although there is a slight chance he returns should the Warriors […]

  • NBA
  • April 11, 2019

Derrick Rose Reflects on Season With T-Wolves, Looks Ahead to Free Agency

For Derrick Rose, this NBA season has been all about having a positive message to share with his kids. “I’m trying to be the example of not giving up,” Rose told Stadium NBA Insider Shams Charania during an exclusive interview at the Mayo Clinic Square, the training facility of the Minnesota Timberwolves. After playing just […]

  • NBA
  • April 10, 2019

Magic Johnson Steps Down as Lakers’ President of Basketball Operations

In a stunning turn of events, Magic Johnson will no longer be calling the shots in Los Angeles. Johnson stepped down as president of basketball operations Thursday before the Lakers’ final game of the season. On a night when Dwyane Wade played his final game and Dirk Nowitzki played his final home game, Johnson’s stunning […]

  • NBA
  • April 9, 2019

Which Kevin Knox Will the Knicks Get Next Season?

To say that it’s been an inconsistent season for Knicks rookie Kevin Knox would be an understatement. The forward put up 21.3 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists in three NBA Summer League games, flashing his potential as a building block for a franchise seeking to get back to relevance. Knox also went 8-for-21 from […]

  • NBA
  • April 8, 2019

Could the Bulls Bring Back Derrick Rose in the Offseason?

Derrick Rose has always had a connection with his hometown and this summer provides the possibility for the former league MVP to return to Chicago. According to B.J. Armstrong, Rose’s agent, the point guard would be open to returning to Chicago if the Bulls were interested. Rose will be an unrestricted free agent this summer […]

  • NBA
  • April 4, 2019

Inside Derrick Rose’s Polarizing Relationship With Chicago Media and Fans

“There’s a sense of two Chicagos — in a basketball sense, in a political sense, in a real life sense.” That’s what Yahoo! Sports Senior NBA Writer Vincent Goodwill told Stadium during the filming of “Pooh: The Derrick Rose Story,” a documentary about the former NBA MVP featured on Stadium on Thursday, April 11 at […]

  • NBA
  • March 27, 2019

Trail Blazers “Still a Little Down” With Jusuf Nurkic Sidelined Indefinitely

Even though Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic won’t take the court again this season, Portland hasn’t forgotten about him. That became evident when I tried asking Blazers Head Coach Terry Stotts how hard it is to fill Nurkic’s void because “he was such a big part” of the team. [MORE: Ranking the Remaining Coaches in […]

  • NBA
  • March 27, 2019

Giannis vs. Harden: The MVP Race by the Numbers

As the NBA regular season winds down, the MVP race has clearly come down to two players: Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and Rockets guard James Harden. Here’s how the two players stack up at this point in the season. [RELATED: Jazz Head Coach Quin Snyder Has Developed a Defensive Juggernaut] The first place to take […]

  • College Basketball
  • March 27, 2019

Four Matchups to Watch in the West Region During the Sweet 16

Gonzaga, Florida State, Michigan and Texas Tech have advanced to the Sweet 16 in the West region after an underwhelming opening weekend in the 2019 NCAA Tournament. Two teams feature experienced coaches who have been in this spot plenty of times, while Texas Tech’s Chris Beard and Florida State’s Leonard Hamilton are attempting to make […]

  • College Basketball
  • March 26, 2019

Four Players to Watch in the South Region During the Sweet 16

The South Region is down to four teams with Virginia, Oregon, Tennessee and Purdue reaching the Sweet 16. It’s a bit surprising that the Ducks are still alive, while Virginia, Tennessee and Purdue have advanced in what has largely been a chalky bracket. That being said, here is one player to keep an eye on […]

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