Leocciano Callao

Leocciano Callao

Joined: Aug 18, 2022

Leocciano Callao is a sports writer and multimedia journalist based in Brooklyn, New York. He covers the NBA, UFC and New York City FC in MLS. Born and raised in the Philippines, he moved to the United States in 2016 and graduated from Providence Christian College in Los Angeles. He also played four years of college soccer while pursuing his degree in Media, Culture, and the Arts. He formerly interned at the Brooklyn Paper and covered the Brooklyn Nets' 2021-22 season.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 27: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts to defeating the Miami Heat 104-103 in game six of the Eastern Conference Finals at Kaseya Center on May 27, 2023 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Were the NBA’s milestone contracts well-deserved?

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MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 27: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics speaks during a press conference following game six of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center on May 27, 2023 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

24-hour recap: Jaylen Brown’s mega-deal and more

June 3, 2012; Boston, MA, USA; Miami Heat shooting guard Dwyane Wade (3) moves the ball against Boston Celtics small forward Paul Pierce (34) and power forward Kevin Garnett (5) during the second half in game four of the Eastern Conference finals of the 2012 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. The Celtics defeated the Heat in overtime 93-91. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

How Paul Pierce contradicted himself in his Dwyane Wade comparison

Dec 16, 2022; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kemba Walker (34) checks the scoreboard as he enters the game against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

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NEW YORK - JUNE 24: NBA Draft prospects pose for a group photo prior to the NBA Draft at Madison Square Garden on June 24, 2010 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Endangered: the rapid extinction of the 2010 NBA Draft class

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 17: Isaiah Mobley #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers accepts his MVP award for the 2023 NBA Summer League Championship game against the Houston Rockets at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 17, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Louis Grasse/Getty Images)

NBA Summer League championship game: best Twitter memes and reactions

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 06: A detail of the jersey of LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center on March 06, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Robert Laberge/Getty Images)

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Chris Paul and Stephen Curry talk during last season's Christmas game Golden State won in Phoenix.Chris Paul Curry 1 2

2 ways Chris Paul can help the Warriors and 1 way he can’t

SAN ANTONIO,TX - APRIL 22 : Head coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors argues a call with official Tony Brothers In the second half of Game Four of Round One of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center on April 22 , 2018 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that , by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

The good, bad, and unknown: recent and upcoming changes in the NBA

San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama looks on during the NBA Summer League game between the San Antonio Spurs and Portland Trail Blazers, at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on July 9, 2023. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP) (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 05: Kai Sotto of the 36ers warms up before the round 18 NBL match between Melbourne United and Adelaide 36ers at John Cain Arena, on February 05, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Can this Summer League prospect fulfill his nation’s NBA dreams?

San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama on the court during the NBA Summer League game between the San Antonio Spurs and Charlotte Hornets, at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on July 7, 2023. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP) (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

3 takeaways from Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs debut

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 20: Patrick Beverley #21 of the Chicago Bulls reacts during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on March 20, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Can Patrick Beverley’s disruptive nature help the 76ers?

Mar 19, 2023; Portland, Oregon, USA; LA Clippers guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives the lane against Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) in the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Free Agency Day 2: displeasure, deconstruction, and discounts

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MARCH 10: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers in action against James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers during a game at Wells Fargo Center on March 10, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Trail Blazers 120-119. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

NBA Free Agency: the first hour and questions yet to be answered