Mike Vorkunov,

Mike Vorkunov is a national basketball business reporter for The Athletic, covering the intersection of money and basketball at every level. He previously spent over three seasons as the New York Knicks beat writer. His work has focused on the business side of basketball, including player contracts, team finances, and ownership issues. In his articles, Vorkunov provides unique insights into the financial aspects of the sport while maintaining a high standard of journalistic integrity.

Biography:  https://theathletic.com/author/mike-vorkunov/

79%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

86%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally includes personal opinions or interpretations in the articles.
  • There are instances where the author presents one side of a story without providing counterarguments.

Conflicts of Interest

86%

Examples:

  • The author covers the intersection of money and basketball, which could potentially lead to conflicts of interest.
  • There are instances where the author's personal connections or background may influence their reporting.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • The author sometimes reports conflicting information without acknowledging the discrepancy.
  • There are examples of contradictory information within the articles, such as scores and game outcomes.

Deceptions

64%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally presents information in a misleading way.
  • There are examples of the author making false claims or omitting important details.

Recent Articles

New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers: An Even Match in the NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals

New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers: An Even Match in the NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals

Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024 In the NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals, the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers clash after advancing past their first-round opponents. The series schedule includes four games, with Game 1 on May 6 at Madison Square Garden and Game 2 on May 8. The Pacers, missing key players in Game 6 against Milwaukee Bucks, relied on Obi Toppin's impressive performance of a career-high 21 points off the bench to secure their win. Both teams finished the regular season with identical records of 47-35, promising an intriguing matchup.
Orlando Magic's Young Stars Power First Home Playoff Win in 13 Years: Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs Shine in Game 3 vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

Orlando Magic's Young Stars Power First Home Playoff Win in 13 Years: Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs Shine in Game 3 vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

Broke On: Friday, 26 April 2024 In Game 3 of their first-round playoff series, the Orlando Magic secured their first home win in over a decade with a dominating 121-83 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Paolo Banchero led the charge for the Magic, becoming the youngest player since LeBron James to record a 30-point, 14-rebound game. The Magic outrebounded Cleveland by a significant margin and shot an impressive 51.1% from the field, with Banchero, Jalen Suggs, and Franz Wagner combining for 71 points.
Joel Embiid Returns to the Court with 24 Points in Nearly Half an Hour of Play

Joel Embiid Returns to the Court with 24 Points in Nearly Half an Hour of Play

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 April 2024 Joel Embiid, the reigning NBA MVP for the Philadelphia 76ers, made his return to the court on Tuesday in a 109-105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. After successful surgery on his left knee's lateral meniscus earlier this year, Embiid finished with 24 points and seven assists in nearly half an hour of play.
Brooklyn Nets Fire Head Coach Jacque Vaughn Amidst Offensive Struggles and Criticism from Mikal Bridges

Brooklyn Nets Fire Head Coach Jacque Vaughn Amidst Offensive Struggles and Criticism from Mikal Bridges

Broke On: Tuesday, 20 February 2024 The Brooklyn Nets have fired head coach Jacque Vaughn after a poor start to the season. The team has been struggling with their offense since the departure of Steve Nash and Ime Udoka, and it is believed that Vaughn's positive charisma may not have helped in this regard. However, there are rumors circulating that Mikal Bridges was particularly critical of Vaughn's offensive approach behind the scenes for months now.