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Liam McKeone

Liam McKeone

Senior news writer

About Liam McKeone

Liam McKeone is a senior news writer for the NBA team at Sports Illustrated. He has been in the industry covering the NBA and other sports as a content creator starting in 2017. Prior to joining SI, McKeone worked for NBC Sports Boston and The Big Lead. In addition to his work as a writer, he has hosted the Press Pass Podcast covering sports media and The Big Stream covering pop culture. A graduate of Fordham University, he is always up for a good debate and enjoys loudly arguing about sports, rap music, books and video games. McKeone has been a member of the National Sports Media Association since 2020.

EXPERTISE

🏀NBA

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

9+

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Every 76er, from LeBron to Anfernee Simons, harped on the importance of sacrifice this season. Can it become the defining trait of this loaded Philadelphia roster?
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LeBron James left no room for doubt at 76ers media day: It’s championship or bust in Philly.
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Sports Illustrated’s NBA experts weigh in on the biggest topics around the league heading into training camp.
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As the Lakers’ sale highlights the eye-popping numbers sports teams are going for in the modern age, experts explain why teams have never been more valuable.
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Contract extension talks between the Knicks and Karl-Anthony Towns have stalled. How will New York choose to navigate a tricky situation?
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A preview of Utah’s 2026–27 season, through the lens of an anonymous NBA scout.
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Toronto is shaping up to be a real threat in the East once again.
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