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New York PostKnicks Reach NBA Finals After Starting Playoffs at Long Odds
New York advanced to the championship series after entering the playoffs at +2200 odds. Six prior teams that reached the Finals from similar odds all lost the series.
nypost.comMitchell Robinson Injury Status Discussed Ahead of NBA Finals
A sports orthopedic surgeon addressed Mitchell Robinson's condition during a weekly injury segment. The discussion focused on whether the player can participate in the NBA Finals.
usmagazine.comShai Gilgeous-Alexander Commits to Team Canada for 2027 World Cup and 2028 Olympics
Canada named a 23-player pool led by Gilgeous-Alexander for upcoming qualifiers. Jamal Murray and Andrew Wiggins were excluded under new three-year commitment rules.
Usa TodayPlayer says team not concerned after coach and teammate exchange
A team member stated that a verbal disagreement between a coach and player during a game did not affect the group afterward. The comments came after video of the exchange spread online.
CBS SportsFever Drop Two Road Games as Clark Struggles on Offense and Defense
The Indiana Fever lost consecutive games on the West Coast, with Clark shooting 4 of 19 across the two contests. The team fell to 4-4 and sits two games out of first place in the standings.
Usa TodayESPN compares top 12 prospects in 2026 NBA draft to current and former players
ESPN analysts provide high-end and low-end NBA player comparisons for the projected top 12 picks in the June 23-24 draft at Barclays Center. The analysis covers physical profiles, statistical production, and development needs for each prospect.
New York PostConnecticut Sun Sign Hailey Van Lith to Developmental Contract
The Connecticut Sun signed Hailey Van Lith to a developmental contract days after the Chicago Sky waived the guard. Van Lith had averaged 8.1 points in nine games during her rookie season.
bbc.co.ukForbes 2026 Highest-Paid Athletes List Released: Ronaldo No. 1 With $300 Million
@Forbes reported that the ten highest-paid athletes earned a combined $1.4 billion from May 1, 2025 to May 1, 2026. Ronaldo led the ranking for the fourth consecutive year.
nypost.comPortland Fire Defeat Indiana Fever 100-84 as Clark Scores Six
The expansion Portland Fire beat the Indiana Fever 100-84 on Saturday night. Megan Gustafson scored 22 points while Caitlin Clark was held to six.
France 24San Antonio team defeats Oklahoma City to reach NBA Finals against New York
A professional basketball team from San Antonio defeated Oklahoma City on Saturday to advance to the NBA Finals. The opponent in the championship series will be New York.
CBS SportsConnecticut Team Waives Guard Then Signs Her to Developmental Contract
A guard waived earlier this month rejoined the same roster on a developmental deal after the team added another player. The move follows roster adjustments tied to overseas commitments and performance.
bbc.co.ukPortland Fire Defeat Indiana Fever 100-84
Megan Gustafson scored 22 points as the Portland Fire beat the Indiana Fever 100-84 on May 30, 2026. Caitlin Clark finished with six points in 22 minutes.
Usa TodayBrittney Griner Scores 6,000th Career Point for Connecticut Sun
Griner scored her 6,000th point on a 4-foot turnaround jumper on May 30, 2026, becoming the 18th player in WNBA history to reach the mark.
Indiana Fever to Face Portland Fire on Saturday Night
The Indiana Fever will play the Portland Fire at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday at Moda Center. The game will be broadcast on CBS and streamed on Paramount+.
manilatimes.netDavao Region Defeats National Capital Region 76-66 in Palarong Pambansa Semifinal
Davao Region advanced to the final of the 2026 Palarong Pambansa secondary boys' basketball tournament after defeating National Capital Region. Calabarzon also reached the final with an 83-76 win over Central Luzon.
sportsnet.caEuropean Players Sign With WNBA Teams
Expansion teams and new salary terms in the collective bargaining agreement have increased the number of European players in the WNBA this season. The league has not previously recorded this level of European participation.
bbc.co.ukSpurs Beat Thunder 118-91 to Force Game 7 in Western Conference Finals
San Antonio routed defending champion Oklahoma City 118-91 on Thursday night in Game 6. Victor Wembanyama scored 28 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as the Spurs tied the series at 3-3.
nypost.comCaitlin Clark sets assist record as Indiana Fever loses to Golden State Valkyries
Caitlin Clark recorded a WNBA-record 19 assists in a single game. The Indiana Fever lost 90-88 to the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday night in San Francisco.
ForbesSpurs Center Victor Wembanyama Scores 40 Points in Game 6 Win Over Thunder
Victor Wembanyama recorded 40 points as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6. The win forces a decisive Game 7 in their playoff series.
gobackpacking.comSpurs Fall to Thunder 127-114 in Game 5 of Western Conference Finals
The San Antonio Spurs lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night, moving the series to a 3-2 deficit. Spurs guard Stephon Castle commented on differences in physical play allowed by officials.
espn.comESPN ranks 10 best playmakers in WNBA history
ESPN published a ranking of the 10 best playmakers in WNBA history. The list highlights players known for assists, passing, and decision-making in late-game situations.
gobackpacking.comNBA Conference Finals Show Contrasting Trends Entering Game 5
The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs are tied 2-2 in the Western Conference finals. The New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers to reach the NBA Finals.
bleedingcool.comAtlanta Dream Tops WNBA Power Rankings After Two Wins
The Atlanta Dream moved to first place in ESPN's weekly WNBA Power Rankings following victories over Dallas and Phoenix. The New York Liberty fell from the top spot after losing three consecutive games.
larrybrownsports.comOlympiakos Defeats Real Madrid 92-85 to Win EuroLeague Title
Olympiakos rallied from a 15-3 deficit to defeat Real Madrid 92-85 on Sunday in Athens. Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo attended the game. The victory marked Olympiakos' fourth EuroLeague championship.
ESPNNBA Announces 2026 All-NBA First, Second and Third Teams
The league named first-, second- and third-team All-NBA squads ahead of Game 4 of the Western Conference finals. Five players received first-team honors, and several others earned second- or third-team recognition.
espn.comSan Antonio Spurs tie Western Conference finals series at 2-2
Victor Wembanyama made a half-court buzzer-beater to end the second quarter. The Spurs then defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder by 21 points in Game 4.
nypost.comKnicks fans travel to Cleveland for cheaper Game 4 tickets
New York Knicks supporters are heading to Cleveland for Monday night's Eastern Conference finals game. Tickets at Rocket Arena cost far less than those at Madison Square Garden.
nypost.comNBA Announces 2025-26 All-NBA Teams
The league named 15 players across three teams for the 2025-26 season. First team includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham.
nypost.comKnicks Lead Cavaliers 3-0 in Eastern Conference Finals
The New York Knicks hold a 3-0 series lead after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 121-108 on Saturday night. The team last reached the NBA Finals in 1999.
nypost.comOklahoma City Thunder Lead San Antonio Spurs 2-1 in Western Conference Finals
The Oklahoma City Thunder hold a 2-1 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs after three games of the NBA Western Conference Finals. Game 4 is scheduled for May 24 at 8 p.m. ET in San Antonio.
nypost.comKnicks Guard Hits Three Straight Three-Pointers in Fourth Quarter of Game 3
A reserve guard scored 14 points on 4-of-5 three-point shooting in a 121-108 win. The victory gave the Knicks a 3-0 series lead.
Fox NewsMax Kellerman Apologizes for Comparing James Harden to President Trump
Former ESPN host Max Kellerman apologized for comparing Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden to President Donald Trump. The remark was made on his podcast after Harden's playoff performance.
slate.comWNBA Increases Foul Calls After Taskforce Review of Officiating
The WNBA has seen more fouls called this season after a taskforce addressed inconsistent officiating from last year. Players and coaches are adjusting to stricter enforcement of existing rules on physical contact.
nypost.comFormer Knicks player predicts current team will win NBA title
A former player who was not selected by the team in the 1999 draft said the franchise will win the NBA championship this season. The player also stated that a current guard is the best player in the playoffs.
nypost.comKnicks Fan Receives Tickets and Message from Team Guard
A New York Knicks superfan was surprised with tickets to Game 2 and a video message from a team guard. The gesture occurred ahead of the playoff game at Madison Square Garden.
sportsnet.caThunder Beat Spurs 122-113 to Even Western Conference Finals
Oklahoma City Thunder defeated San Antonio Spurs 122-113 in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals on Wednesday night. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points after a quiet Game 1.
deadline.comIsraeli Basketball Player Raz Adam Dies at 26 in Highway Crash
Israeli basketball player Raz Adam, 26, died after a car crash on Highway 90 in northern Israel. He had won two U20 EuroBasket titles with Israel and most recently played for Hapoel Galil Elyon.
nypost.comCoach Applies Full-Court Pressure Strategy in Overtime Win
A coach drew on prior experience to direct full-court pressure on a key opposing player. The team overcame a 22-point fourth-quarter deficit to win 115-104 in overtime.
nypost.comDallas basketball team dismisses head coach Jason Kidd
The team announced the decision on Tuesday. Officials cited the need for a new direction in a statement. The move came after the coach had sought a different role within the organization.
Al JazeeraKnicks Overcome 22-Point Deficit to Beat Cavaliers in Overtime
The New York Knicks rallied from a 22-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-104 in overtime during Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on May 19, 2026. Jalen Brunson scored 38 points to lead the comeback at Madison Square Garden.
nypost.comCarmelo Anthony Invites Jeremy Lin to Podcast to Address Past Knicks Issues
Carmelo Anthony invited Jeremy Lin to appear on his podcast to discuss events from their time as New York Knicks teammates more than a decade ago. Anthony said he wants to clear up misunderstandings from the 2011-12 season.
nypost.comGuard pushes camera during overtime preparation in playoff game
A player on the losing team pushed a camera away from the bench at the end of regulation. The game went to overtime before the opposing team won 122-115.
gamereactor.euSpurs Defeat Thunder 122-115 in Double Overtime to Open Western Conference Finals
The San Antonio Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-115 in double overtime on Monday night. Victor Wembanyama recorded 41 points and 24 rebounds in the game.
Spurs and Thunder begin Western Conference Finals
The Western Conference Finals are scheduled to begin soon. Viewers can access live streams and schedule details for the series between the teams.
nypost.comLiberty Opens Season 3-1 Despite Missing Multiple Key Players
The team began the WNBA season with a 3-1 record while missing several starters due to injury and overseas commitments. New coach noted the roster depth will require difficult playing time decisions once the full group returns. Rookie guard Pauline Astier has led the team in scor…
nypost.comCavaliers Rally to Beat Pistons in Overtime, Take 3-2 Series Lead
The Cleveland Cavaliers overcame a nine-point deficit in the final minutes of regulation to defeat the Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime on Wednesday. James Harden scored 30 points and Donovan Mitchell added 21 as Cleveland seized a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals…
foxnews.comDyson Daniels Wins Victorian Sport Award After Hawks' First-Round Playoff Exit
The 23-year-old Australian guard, who helped Atlanta push the New York Knicks to six games in the first round, collected a trophy for athletic excellence on Wednesday. Daniels described disappointment in his shooting while noting progress in playmaking ahead of a major contract i…
nypost.comLakers Coach Draws Criticism for Final Play Call in Season-Ending Loss
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick called a timeout with 12.2 seconds left in Game 4 while trailing by three points. He inserted Maxi Kleber, who had not played, into the lineup in place of Rui Hachimura, who had scored 25 points with strong three-point shooting. The subsequ…
LeBron James Weighs Retirement After Lakers Swept by Thunder
LeBron James said he does not know whether his 24-point performance in the Lakers’ 115-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday was his final NBA game. The 41-year-old becomes a free agent July 1 after the defending champion Thunder completed a four-game sweep.
nypost.comKnicks Lead 76ers 3-0 Entering Game 4 of Eastern Conference Semifinals
The New York Knicks hold a 3-0 series lead over the Philadelphia 76ers and can advance to the Eastern Conference finals with a victory in Game 4 on Sunday. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks to a 108-94 win in Game 3 despite the return of Joel Embiid. Oddsmakers list the Knicks as 1.5-…
nypost.comThunder Defeat Lakers 131-108 in Game 3 to Take 3-0 Series Lead
The Oklahoma City Thunder outscored the Los Angeles Lakers 74-49 in the second half en route to a 131-108 victory on Saturday in Los Angeles. The win puts the Lakers one loss from elimination in the best-of-seven series, with no team in NBA history having overcome a 3-0 deficit.…
nypost.comBreanna Stewart Scores 31 Points in Season-Opening Win
Breanna Stewart recorded 31 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and three steals in the season opener on May 8, 2026. The team won 106-75 while playing with only seven available players after multiple injuries and last-minute roster additions. Stewart said she is healthy and focused…
foxnews.comSteve Kerr Agrees to Two-Year Contract to Remain Warriors Coach
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr has reached an agreement in principle on a two-year deal to continue leading the team into his 13th season. The pact comes after the Warriors missed the playoffs for the second time in three years, finishing with a 37-45 record amid multiple…
nypost.comMitchell Robinson Dunks on Joel Embiid in Knicks Win
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson dunked over Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid in the second quarter of the teams' game on May 8. The play occurred near the northeast baseline of the arena, the same location where Embiid had fouled Robinson two years earlier. Robinson…
nypost.comKnicks Defeat 76ers 108-94 in Game 3 Without Anunoby
The New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 108-94 on May 8, 2026, taking a 3-0 lead in their playoff series. OG Anunoby missed the game with a right hamstring strain suffered in Game 2. Mikal Bridges scored 23 points and Landry Shamet added 15 points off the bench in his…
nypost.comHailey Van Lith Claimed by New Team After Being Waived
The second-year guard was waived by one team hours before it signed a veteran free agent to a one-year contract. She was then claimed on waivers by another team. The move reunites her with a former coach from USA 3x3 basketball.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewHapoel Tel Aviv Defeats Real Madrid 76-69 in EuroLeague Game 3
Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Real Madrid Baloncesto 76-69 on Tuesday to cut the best-of-five EuroLeague quarterfinal series to 2-1. Elijah Bryant led the Israeli side with 19 points in the win at a neutral site in Bulgaria. Game 4 is scheduled for Thursday in the same venue.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewKnicks Take 2-0 Series Lead Over 76ers With 108-102 Win
Jalen Brunson scored 26 points to lead the Knicks to a 108-102 victory over the 76ers on Wednesday. The win gives New York a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series after a stretch of recent blowout games. The teams will face each other again in the coming days with the Knicks…
larrybrownsports.comLuka Doncic Receives Injections to Accelerate Hamstring Injury Recovery
Luka Doncic said he received platelet-rich plasma injections in Spain to shorten his eight-week recovery timeline from a hamstring injury. The basketball player described the experience of being injured during his team's playoff run as very frustrating. He provided the update on…
gamereactor.euThunder Defeat Lakers 108-90 in Game 1 of Western Conference Semifinals
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90 in Game 1 on Tuesday at Paycom Arena. The Lakers played without their best player and led early but were outscored after LeBron James went to the bench. Oklahoma City converted 17 Lakers turnovers into 21 second-cha…