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Senior Writer, Sports Illustrated. Analyst, DAZN Boxing. Analyst, NBC Sports. Podcaster: Open Floor, Boxing with Mannix and Mora

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · Dec 5

NEW: Why did Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) walk away from ESPN? A grueling schedule, a health scare and a deep love for his alma mater. Inside the most stunning media story of the year www.si.com/college-bask...

Woj’s Next Chapter: Why the Preeminent NBA News Breaker Walked Away

The biggest media story in 2024 was Adrian Wojnarowski leaving his lucrative job at ESPN to go back to St. Bonaventure as the men’s basketball general manager.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 9h

Column: The California commission rubber stamping changes to boxing's landmark safety act won't change any laws. But it will provide cover for those that want to www.si.com/boxing/polar...

A Polarizing Vote Has Boxing on Its Way to a UFC-Style Makeover

A California commission voted in favor of the Muhammad Ali Boxing Revival Act on Wednesday, paving a path for promoters to take over the sport from fighters.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 16h

NEW: For this month’s @sportsillustrated.bsky.social I went inside this summer’s biggest offseason deal. Why Houston wanted Kevin Durant. Why Durant wanted to be in Houston. Why both believe this marriage will work 🔽 www.si.com/nba/kevin-du...

Kevin Durant and the Rockets Both Had a Plan. Here’s How the NBA’s Perfect Fit Finally Came Together.

KD wanted to join a title contender that wouldn’t gut its roster to get him. Houston wanted a star to complement its talented core, not carry it.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 1d

NEW: "I’m going to come back and be better and be able to get right back and do the same things I was doing before the injury." Talked to Tyrese Haliburton about the Finals, the injury, the recovery and more www.si.com/nba/social-m...

Social Media Trolling Took the Joy of Basketball From Tyrese Haliburton

The Pacers star admitted that his mental health was deteriorating from clowning on his limited participation in Team USA’s Olympic gold medal run.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 1d

NEW pod with @rachel-nichols.bsky.social:
▪️How concerned should Lakers be about LBJ?
▪️More revealing preseason: Magic or Spurs?
▪️Lauri Markkanen's future in Utah
▪️NBA GM survey review
Plus @jaykingwrites.bsky.social on the viral beating Boston's media took Tuesday podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a...

Are Magic & Spurs For Real?/ Lauri Markkanen's Trade Future (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Podcast Episode · Open Floor: SI's NBA Show · 10/15/2025 · 1h

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 4d

New pod with Kevin Harlan!

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 5d

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THE FIGHTER & THE WRITER LIVESTREAM | FEATURING CHRIS MANNIX, SERGIO MORA & EDDIE HEARN

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 8d

NEW pod with @rachel-nichols.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...

WNBA Head For Long Lockout & Giannis To NY!? (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Podcast Episode · Open Floor: SI's NBA Show · 10/08/2025 · 1h 1m

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 8d

The @sportsillustrated.bsky.social top-100 continues www.si.com/nba/2025-si-...

2025 SI NBA 100 Rankings, Nos. 50–11: Where Jalen Williams’s Unforeseen Rise Lands Him

Also, see where veterans like Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis, Kawhi Leonard and Stephen Curry land just outside of the top 10.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 9d

Web link: www.si.com/nba/will-gia...

Will Giannis Be Traded? Inside the Biggest NBA Storylines for the 2025–26 Season

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s uncertain future in Milwaukee, Victor Wembanyama’s breakout year and LeBron James adjusting to Luka Dončić’s Lakers are must-watch.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 9d

In today's Open Floor NBA newsletter:
▪️Bucks/Knicks talk Giannis
▪️Wemby poised for an MVP-level season?
▪️Sink or swim year in Minnesota
▪️Names to watch before February.
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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 9d

A list everyone is sure to agree with: The SI Top-100. The first 50 are live at @sportsillustrated.bsky.social www.si.com/nba/2025-si-...

2025 SI NBA 100 Rankings, Nos. 100–51: Stephon Castle Shines As Newcomer

Veterans like CJ McCollum and Klay Thompson still bring a lot of value, while younger players like Dyson Daniels and Brandon Miller have room to room.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 10d

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Chad Finn @chadfinn.bsky.social · 11d

Sunday media: caught up with Chris Mannix, who will have a wife-ranging insider role on NBC’s NBA coverage. Also, a parting thought on the NESN/Apple TV+ issue when the Sox clinched the playoffs. (Feels like a month ago now.)

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Quincy native Chris Mannix ‘incredibly excited’ to be joining NBC’s return to NBA coverage as insider - The Boston Globe

Mannix, who will continue in his full-time role as a senior writer for Sports Illustrated, said the new gig came about in part because of his previous contributions to NBC Sports.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 14d

Philly! Come to the Boots-Lima weigh-in next week and stick around for a live episode of the pod! Sergio Mora and Eddie Hearn will join me with more guests to come @daznboxing.bsky.social

Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 15d

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"Kawhi didn't convince ANYONE!" Mannix and Nichols on Kawhi, LeBron's enthusiasm, Sixers worries

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 16d

First @sportsillustrated.bsky.social NBA newsletter is live! Subscribe here: www.si.com/newsletter-nba

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 16d

First @sportsillustrated.bsky.social NBA newsletter is live! Subscribe here: www.si.com/newsletter-nba

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 16d

NEW pod with @rachel-nichols.bsky.social:
▪️Did Kawhi clear anything up?
▪️LeBron rarin' to go in Year 23
▪️Alarm already in Philadelphia?
▪️Giannis's comments about Bucks future ⬇️ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/k...

Kawhi Remains Tight Lipped At Media Day (w/ Rachel Nichols)

Podcast Episode · Open Floor: SI's NBA Show · 09/29/2025 · 51m

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 16d

First Open Floor newsletter drops today. In it will have:
▪️Intel on Jayson Tatum plotting an in-season return
▪️J.J. Redick's curious contract extension
▪️Free agent standoffs coming to a head in Philly, GSW
▪️Plus a full report on the Clippers, Kawhi from LA. Subscribe! 🔽 www.si.com/newsletter-nba

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Awful Announcing @awfulannouncing.bsky.social · 17d

Chris Mannix joins ‘NBA on NBC’ crew as insider

The NBA media arms race continues, this time with the NBA on NBC bringing on an insider for studio and digital coverage. On Monday, NBC Sports announced it has hired Chris Mannix as its NBA insider. The veteran Sports Illustrated reporter already works as a contributor to NBC Sports Boston’s Celtics coverage and now will cover the league Read more... The post Chris Mannix joins ‘NBA on NBC’ crew as insider appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 17d

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 19d

Went deeper inside this story over on TikTok www.tiktok.com/t/ZTMYQVa5n/

So what do we know about Joel Embiid? #nba #joelembiid #76ers #basketball🏀 #basketballtiktok

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 20d

Column: At Media Day, people wanted answers. Joel Embiid offered few of them. So the question remains: What will the Sixers get out of Embiid? www.si.com/nba/is-joel-...

Is Joel Embiid Ready or Are the 76ers Headed for Another Heartbreak?

The Philadelphia big man insists he’s on track following another knee surgery in a make-or-break season.

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Chris Mannix @sichrismannix.bsky.social · 21d

Subscribe (it’s free) to the new NBA newsletter (it’s free) which will start appearing in inboxes on Tuesday (did I mention it’s free?) www.si.com/newsletter-nba

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