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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

“The approach I try to take is being vulnerable and letting people know you’re not alone." My newest story for @theathletic.com is on DeMar DeRozan: www.nytimes.com/athletic/759... A story about aging, mental health, and the power of storytelling.

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DeMar DeRozan spurred NBA’s mental health conversation. His voice is only growing louder (Gift Article)

As he joins a new team, DeRozan looks to make the most of his remaining time in the NBA and create meaningful change outside of basketball.

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

I’m so excited to share that my second children’s book with Scholastic is now out! Available at all Scholastic Book Fairs this academic year. Please support, spread the word, and go get your kids a copy! 💜💜💜🙏🏼

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Can red-light therapy treat brain injuries? Some research shows ‘striking’ results: My newest story @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...

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Triumph Books @triumphbooks.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Editor @mirinfader.bsky.social has curated an extraordinary collection showcasing incredible feats and diverse perspectives across the world of sports. We're honored to announce this year's featured writers! Pre-order your copy of The Year's Best Sports Writing 2026: bit.ly/4ymsurq

Graphic shows the book cover for The Year's Best Sports Writing 2026, edited by Mirin Fader, alongside the names of the writers whose work is featured in the anthology: KATIE BARNES • DOTUN AKINTOYE • STEPHANIE APSTEIN
PETER BAUGH • ERIC SONDHEIMER • KENT BABB
JULIET MACUR • TANIA GANGULI • VANN R. NEWKIRK II
ROBERTO JOSÉ ANDRADE FRANCO • CASSIDY RANDALL
BAXTER HOLMES • JAMES JACKSON • TOM JUNOD
ANTHONY OLIVIERI • JAMES L. EDWARDS III
DAN POMPEI • TAMERRA GRIFFIN • JOURDAN RODRIGUE
MICHAEL A. FLETCHER • SHAKEIA TAYLOR • LIZ COOK
CHRIS FELICIANO ARNOLD • NOA AVISHAG SCHNALL
SIMON LEWSEN • MARCUS THOMPSON II

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Fortunate to have edited this amazing collection of writers!!! 💜 Please support and preorder The Year’s Best Sports Writing wherever you buy books! Out Oct 6 2026 bookshop.org/p/books/the-...

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Baltch @baltch.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

So happy to have Kawhi, but would've been just as happy with Giannis. He didn't have enough to eat growing up but became a magnificent professional regardless and has always come off as a decent good person. Please read @mirinfader.bsky.social fantastic book on him. youtube.com/shorts/ZVVMz...

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Giannis gives hug to 11 year old girl for drawing pictures of him

YouTube video by PARRAdise

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Mike Vorkunov @mikevorkunov.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

We had a whole round table about LeBron's future with @mirinfader.bsky.social @curlyfro.bsky.social and Jason Jones. I wrote about Di Fara pizza and the Monday Night Wars. Go read. Free for all www.nytimes.com/athletic/741...

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LeBron James’ next move: Best place to sign? Weirdest choice? And when does he retire? (Gift Article)

LeBron James is coming back. What should his next move(s) be?

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

“There’s meaning behind every single thing I do." I profiled Mikel Brown Jr. for @theathletic.com ahead of the NBA Draft. A story about roots, family and doubt: www.nytimes.com/athletic/737...

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 13/06/2026

There's been an influx of ink used in New York City. More than just art, these Knicks tattoos are love letters on skin; a commemoration that some fans dared to 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚 — even before a title has been sealed. More, via @mirinfader.bsky.social: nyti.ms/4e744ed

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Knicks’ fans ultimate flex: An NBA champions tattoo before the championship. A story about tattoos, hope and love. My newest @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/735...

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Meet the Spurs nuns: Inside the basketball-loving world of the Salesian Sisters. My newest story @theathletic.com free to read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/732...

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NBABeau @nbabeau.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Growing up in Atlanta, Dominique was the man. We absolutely loved him. And once again, Mirin’s work put a smile on my face.

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Jules Boykoff @julesboykoff.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

I love this so much! First, the fact that Wemby is a voracious reader is the best. Second, what a great way for the San Antonio Public Library to engage new readers. Pure gold, this.

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Rob Truman @robtruman.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

“To work for a library in a city where somebody who is that publicly supportive of what reading and literacy can mean for someone is really inspirational.”

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Sarah @shoesforall.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

I want to form a bookclub with Wemby! Maybe I could learn French from him as well!

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

"Thank you for bringing awareness to how important connection is with the written word and literature is.” My newest @theathletic.com on the 'Read Like Wemby' campaign at San Antonio Central library: www.nytimes.com/athletic/730... free and unlocked to read

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Rick Mazzoli @rickmazzoli.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

what a class act. doesn't cost anything to be nice.

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 25/05/2026

A San Antonio library created a “Read Like Wemby” campaign to highlight the NBA star’s love for reading. The goal is to inspire people of all ages, especially children, to read more. More from @mirinfader.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/730...

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Dave DuFour 🐉 @davedufour.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

If you’re my age, this story from @mirinfader.bsky.social will make you feel something.

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Michele Bannister @astrokiwi.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

"His death reminds us of how quickly things can change. That urgency to live in our own truths, and to be supportive of others. To be positive. To be kind. There is always time to love."

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

"I know who I am ... I know what I can be." My newest story @theathletic.com on Cavs star Donovan Mitchell. A story about sacrifice, failure, leadership, and lessons from a grandmother, free to read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/720...

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Where Donovan Mitchell finds his drive: His grandmother’s kitchen (Gift Article)

Mitchell, facing Game 7, has never made it past the second round. But his self-belief can be traced back to a special relationship.

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Harrison Faigen @faignews.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

“Part of life’s beauty is discovering what it means to you. For me, life is about cherishing the time we spend with the people we love most, pursuing your dreams, and helping others pursue theirs.” Another beautiful feature from the 🐐 @mirinfader.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/721...

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How losing his brother taught Aaron Gordon ‘what life is really about’

After an unspeakable loss, the Denver Nuggets forward has immersed himself in passions: “You can’t really know life without death."

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

My story on Alperen Şengün is in today’s @nytimes.com 🙏🏼🥺https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7229763/2026/04/26/alperen-sengun-nba-journey-turkey-houston-rockets/?source=emp_shared_article&unlocked_article_code=1.eFA.5zDM.J6UlxPUy0akT

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

“I understood what I have to do this for,” he says, “to give my family and for myself a better life." The origin story of Alperen Şengün. My newest story @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/722...

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RamseyColorado @ramseycolorado.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

I didn't think I could love Mr. Nugget more than I already do...then I read this profile. A beautiful piece about grief and gratitude, family and trauma. Mirin Fader absolutely nailed this piece out of the park. Thanks for writing about AG in this way.

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Brenda @brenda2026.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

"Grief is a tough one because there’s not a ton of stuff that you can do. You can’t go around it, Gordon says. You can’t go over it or under it. That’s just one of those things that you gotta go through.”

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 22/04/2026

With so much in his personal life outside of his control, he has come to focus on what is in his power: nourishing his relationships with teammates and having a deeper gratitude for his family, and his own life. More from @mirinfader.bsky.social ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/721...

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How losing his brother taught Aaron Gordon 'what life is really about'

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

“Losing my brother,” he says, “and understanding what life is really about.” My newest story @theathletic.com on the many dimensions of Aaron Gordon: www.nytimes.com/athletic/721...

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Ev @nerditry.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

About 20% of the way through Dream as my current travel book @mirinfader.bsky.social Loving it.

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

This is so awesome. Thank you so much @chineyogwumike.bsky.social and Andscape for mentioning my book, DREAM🙏🏼🥺💜

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 27/03/2026

Flau’jae Johnson is rewriting what it means to be a college athlete, on the court, in the studio and beyond. She’s not choosing one path — she’s building all of them. ✍️ @mirinfader.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/714...

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

"Inside the life of LSU’s Flau’jae Johnson: The star guard, rapper, and trailblazer." My newest story @theathletic.com about power, family, joy, and not putting a ceiling on yourself: www.nytimes.com/athletic/714...

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Maggie Hendricks @maggiehendricks.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

If you wrote a story you're really proud of, SUBMIT IT. You know the work you've done that deserves credit! You do not need permission, and if you think you do, this is me giving it to you. @mirinfader.bsky.social is brilliant but you cannot expect her to choose a story she never sees.

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Reminder: please submit stories to me at the email below 🙏🏼

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Matt Gibson @mattgibson.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

great piece by @mirinfader.bsky.social Murray has had a tough journey to get where he is today. It's amazing he's made it this far

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Bryan Toporek @btoporek.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

🚨 New @mirinfader.bsky.social feature, this is not a drill 🚨

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 24/02/2026

Murray is probable to return Tuesday for the Pelicans’ game against the Golden State Warriors. He spoke with @mirinfader.bsky.social about a journey far deeper than a comeback to the court ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/706...

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‘Who is Dejounte, really?’ How a ‘breakdown’ led a former NBA All-Star to face himself

Dejounte Murray's Achilles injury was just one more thing to overcome. But it spurred a journey far deeper than a comeback to the court.

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

“It’s a beautiful struggle": My newest story @theathletic.com on Dejounte Murray. A story about resilience, coming back, bottling up and letting go: www.nytimes.com/athletic/706...

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

This book is awesome. You should be so proud, @lukeepplin.bsky.social!!

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Gidal Kaiser @gidalkaiser.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

My nephew knows the truth always read @mirinfader.bsky.social

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

"A kid from Qatar? No one expects me to be here." Chasing NBA dreams from Qatar to All-Star Weekend: Abdulla Mousa's journey. My newest story @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/705...

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Spent time with Norman Powell at All-Star Weekend. Here’s my video feature for @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...

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Nick Clawson @nickclawson.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

The “floppy” anecdote in @mirinfader.bsky.social’s Giannis book is still my favorite

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Mirin Fader @mirinfader.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

“I didn’t think I’d play in the NBA.” My newest story @theathletic.com on Kon Knueppel. A story about maintaining perspective and joy, family: www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...

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Triumph Books @triumphbooks.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

We are proud to announce the guest editor of The Year's Best Sports Writing 2026, coming this fall: @mirinfader.bsky.social, best-selling author and senior writer at The Athletic. Submit stories from the 2025 calendar year to ybsportswriting@gmail.com

Graphic displays a quote from Mirin Fader: "If you want to understand the full human experience—the grit, the joy, the sadness, the frustration and excitement within all of us—there is no better place to look than sports writing. In a world that sometimes tells us that this writing isn’t as important as other writing, we know better. Sports is a microcosm of society, a kaleidoscope of who we are. I’m grateful to be able to share the incredible work of my peers, so the world can understand itself better."

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 27/01/2026

According to Kathy Lassen, one of Vic Maitland’s daughters, he insisted he did not want to say anything about the jacket’s origins “as long as I’m alive.” @mirinfader.bsky.social found out more ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/699...

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His family says he designed the HOF's gold jacket, claims 'NFL erased him from history'

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