Ryan Diamond is a journalist from Houston, Texas. Ryan currently writes for Rockets on Sports Illustrated as an intern. He is also a student at The University of Kansas studying journalism with an emphasis in broadcasting at the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications. His mission is to provide NBA fans worldwide with information about the association that will change fans’ perspective on the sport.
He fell in love with basketball and the Houston Rockets at a very young age. Ryan started collecting basketball cards at five years old. The journalist has written articles about NBA players, fun facts about the NBA, and his personal NBA perspectives. He wants his passion to reach fans across the world and make them just as passionate as himself.
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H-Town Rundown Podcast
Check out the H-Town Rundown Podcast! I discuss the Houston Rockets with my co-hosts, Preston and Donte.
Rockets on SI
Link to all of my articles for Rockets on SI! https://www.si.com/nba/rockets/author/r-diamond
The Impact of the Pan-American Maccabi Games on the Jewish Community
The Pan-American Maccabi Games was hosted in Buenos Aires, Argentina from December 27th to January 7th. Maccabi is an international event where 6,000+ Jews of all ages representing 25 different countries come together to play sports in Buenos Aires. Judaism plays a big role in my life and my family’s lives. My younger brother, Gabe,…
Interview with Buster Scher, Founder of HoopsNation and The Buster Show
Buster Scher is an entrepreneur, sports media influencer, and memorabilia fanatic. He founded HoopsNation in 2015, which now has over 1 million followers. His podcast, The Buster Show, has had features such as Jerry West, Tracy McGrady, and Tom Brady. I recently had the lucky opportunity to interview him.
First Round of the 2022-2023 NBA Playoffs Recap
The first round of the 2022-23 NBA Playoffs has officially come to a close. There were shocking upsets, many close series’, and some expected wins. If you have not been watching, I suggest you watch because this year’s playoffs have been incredible. Western Conference: -The Golden State Warriors beat the Sacramento Kings in seven games.…
Interview with Kevin Lewis: Former collegiate and professional basketball player
Kevin Lewis, who was born and raised in New York, is a former NBA and NBL player. He is currently the head basketball coach for The Emery/Weiner School and has won state with Episcopal High School. I recently sat down with him to discuss his career from playing basketball as a kid growing up in…
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