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Victor Wembanyama has been warned by the NBA after not speaking with reporters following the Spurs' Game 5 loss. The league determined the absence violated its media access rules.
President Donald Trump said he plans to attend an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden next month. The appearance would place the president at one of basketball’s biggest stages if a Finals game is held at the venue.
The Atlanta Hawks are elevating general manager Onsi Saleh to president of basketball operations. Saleh has also agreed to a long-term deal with the organization.
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has introduced legislation aimed at reshaping key areas of college athletics. The bill proposes regulations on athlete payments, transfer movement and in-season coaching changes.
Marcus Spears Jr., A.J. Williams and JJ Crawford are currently positioned as the No. 1 prospects in the 2027, 2028 and 2029 recruiting classes. Their standing highlights the early focus on the next wave of elite basketball talent.
Oklahoma City has moved San Antonio to the edge of elimination behind key contributions from Alex Caruso, Cason Wallace and Jared McCain. Their impact has helped the Thunder regain control in a tightly contested matchup.
The NBA is set to consider major changes aimed at discouraging teams from tanking. The proposed lottery reforms have raised discussion around their benefits, drawbacks and potential unintended consequences.
As the NBA weighs significant changes to its lottery system, recent championship history offers an important point of context. Over the past 20 years, drafting in the top five has not consistently translated into winning an NBA title.
Authorities in Argentina have arrested men suspected of involvement in a transnational burglary ring targeting the homes of prominent athletes. The alleged break-ins included residences connected to well-known figures from the NBA and NFL.
Victor Wembanyama was limited to 20 points as the Spurs fell to the Thunder on Tuesday night. With San Antonio facing elimination in Game 6, coach Mitch Johnson said the team needs to get its star rookie more involved.
The Thunder moved ahead in the series with a 127-114 victory over the Spurs. Oklahoma City leaned on another strong showing from its supporting cast to take a 3-2 lead.
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla has been named NBA Coach of the Year. He earned the award over fellow finalists J.B. Bickerstaff and Mitch Johnson as the league concluded its end-of-season awards announcements.
Former Santa Clara forward Allen Graves will keep his name in the NBA draft. Graves is regarded as a projected first-round pick.
Becky Hammon did not fully walk back her comments about whether Jalen Brunson can lead a team to an NBA championship. The Aces coach said Brunson will have the opportunity to prove her wrong.
Terry Don Phillips, the former Clemson athletic director who hired Dabo Swinney as head football coach, died Tuesday at age 78. His tenure included a decision that helped shape Clemson into a national powerhouse.
Kenny Atkinson is expected to remain in charge of the Cleveland Cavaliers next season. The decision keeps continuity on the bench for a Cavaliers team looking to build on its current direction.
Texas Tech guard Christian Anderson will keep his name in the NBA draft. The 6-foot-3 guard is viewed as a projected top-20 pick after a standout season marked by scoring, playmaking and efficient perimeter shooting.
Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley said he wants to help unlock Zion Williamson’s full range of talents. That includes leaning into Williamson’s ability to create plays, not just finish them.
A one-of-one Victor Wembanyama 2023-24 Panini Prizm Black parallel card has sold for $5.11 million in a private transaction. The sale was completed through Fanatics Collect.
Several major NBA contract situations could be resolved this summer, with potential implications across the league. The outcomes of those deals may influence roster planning and team-building priorities entering next season.
New York Knicks fans celebrated in the streets after the team secured the Eastern Conference title. The victory sends the franchise to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.
The NBA playoffs are being defined by several major on-court themes, from individual dominance to offensive struggles. As the conference finals stage takes focus, execution, scoring balance and matchup advantages remain central to the postseason storylines.
De'Aaron Fox has quickly become a veteran presence in San Antonio after prioritizing the Spurs when leaving Sacramento. His arrival gives a young roster an experienced lead guard to help guide its development.
Donovan Mitchell reiterated his commitment to Cleveland after the Cavaliers were swept by the Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals. He also expressed confidence in his partnership with James Harden and support for keeping the team’s core intact.
The Knicks are headed to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani marked the moment with a playful shot at the Cavaliers.
The Knicks are headed back to the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years after completing a sweep of the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals. New York’s victory secured the franchise’s long-awaited return to the league’s championship stage.
The New York Knicks’ aggressive roster moves and a coaching change helped reshape the franchise’s direction. Those decisions have fueled an unexpected surge all the way to the NBA Finals.
Bam Adebayo and A’ja Wilson drew attention after a photo surfaced of them wearing Vegas jerseys in the crowd at a Golden Knights game. The image also prompted a reaction from the Florida Panthers.
Kenny Atkinson said the Cavaliers have “analytically” won two of the first three games against the Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals. His comment reflects Cleveland’s view of the matchup despite the series results on the floor.
The Los Angeles Lakers have hired Rohan Ramadas as an assistant general manager, marking their first significant move of the offseason. Ramadas will work under president and general manager Rob Pelinka as the franchise begins shaping its offseason plans.
