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Nuggets governor Josh Kroenke expressed support for first-year head coach David Adelman following Denver’s disappointing first-round playoff elimination. Kroenke also acknowledged that roster changes could be considered as the franchise evaluates its next steps.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points, including key baskets down the stretch, as the Knicks held off the 76ers. The win gave New York a commanding 3-0 lead in their semifinal series.
The 76ers and Knicks continued their tightly contested playoff series with both teams trading stretches of control in Game 3. Each possession carried added weight as the matchup shifted into another physical postseason battle.
The Dallas Mavericks are hiring former Portland Trail Blazers assistant general manager Mike Schmitz to oversee the franchise’s basketball operations. Schmitz will work under team president Masai Ujiri as Dallas reshapes its front office structure.
Joel Embiid is back in the lineup for Philadelphia for Game 3 against New York. The Knicks, meanwhile, will be without OG Anunoby, a key part of their forward rotation.
Iowa and head coach Ben McCollum are finalizing a new six-year contract following the Hawkeyes’ unexpected run to the Elite Eight. The agreement reflects the program’s move to secure continuity after one of its strongest postseason showings in recent years.
The 76ers will donate 500 tickets for each remaining home game in their second-round playoff series to local community groups. The move is aimed at keeping more Philadelphia supporters in the building and limiting the presence of Knicks fans.
Sunday’s NBA draft lottery is set to carry major significance after a large portion of the league spent the season maneuvering for lottery odds. With the event scheduled for 3 p.m. ET on ABC/ESPN, the results could shape the direction of several franchises.
New York travels to Philadelphia with a 2-0 series lead as the first-round matchup shifts to the 76ers’ home floor. Game 3 presents Philadelphia with a chance to respond and New York with an opportunity to tighten its grip on the series.
Darryn Peterson said post-season medical testing determined that high doses of creatine contributed to the severe cramping he experienced during his freshman season at Kansas. The issue had affected him at times throughout the year.
Oklahoma City moved ahead 2-0 in its series against the Lakers after controlling Game 2 on Thursday. Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander each scored 22 points as the Thunder delivered a composed performance despite foul trouble for Gilgeous-Alexander.
James Harden’s postseason struggles continued Thursday as he shot 3-for-13 in a 107-97 loss to the Pistons. Cleveland will need to address its offensive issues after another difficult performance from the veteran guard.
Lakers coach JJ Redick criticized the officiating following Los Angeles’ Game 2 loss to the Thunder. Guard Austin Reaves also expressed frustration as the Lakers left the defeat with concerns over how the game was called.
The Thunder pulled ahead while the Lakers worked to regain momentum. The matchup continued to develop with Oklahoma City holding the advantage and Los Angeles searching for answers.
The Pistons closed strong Thursday night to defeat the Cavaliers in Game 2. With the win, Detroit moved ahead 2-0 in its second-round playoff series.
The Pistons opened strongly, using an 11-2 run to create early separation. The surge gave Detroit control in the opening stages as it looked to set the tone.
The NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments will expand to 76 teams. The move marks the largest men’s tournament increase since 1985 and the first women’s expansion since 2022.
John Calipari says any NCAA tournament expansion should be designed with smaller programs in mind. The longtime coach, familiar with the event from multiple perspectives, has expressed concern over how changes could affect college basketball’s broader competitive balance.
The NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments are set to grow from 68 to 76 teams. The expansion will change the structure of March Madness while adding more programs to each championship field.
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby has been diagnosed with a right hamstring strain. He is considered day-to-day as the team monitors his recovery.
The Charlotte Hornets have signed head coach Charles Lee to a contract extension after a significant year-over-year improvement. Charlotte increased its win total by 25 games this season.
A newly updated NBA mock draft simulator gives fans the chance to test their decision-making from the front office perspective. The interactive tool allows users to run through draft scenarios and compare choices as if they were managing their favorite team.
Daniss Jenkins may be an unfamiliar name to many watching the Eastern Conference semifinals, but his presence has become part of Detroit’s push to restore order. The G League call-up has given the club another piece during a high-stakes postseason stretch.
Players Era and ESPN have reached a multiyear agreement making ESPN the exclusive broadcast partner for the Players Era Men’s Championships. The November tournament will also expand to a 24-team field.
Donovan Mitchell and James Harden are again facing pressure in the NBA playoffs, with their teams needing a turnaround. For Mitchell, the challenge also reflects the Cavaliers’ broader need to reshape their postseason narrative.
The NBA draft lottery will determine the order at the top of the upcoming draft, setting the stage for how the league’s highest-picking teams approach one of the offseason’s key roster-building moments. Lottery odds, potential selections and prospect fits will be central to the conversation ahead of Sunday’s drawing.
The Timberwolves were unable to respond to a recharged Spurs team in Wednesday night’s Game 2, falling by 38 points. Minnesota coach Chris Finch described the defeat in blunt terms after his team failed to match San Antonio’s pace and intensity.
OG Anunoby exited in the closing minutes of the Knicks’ 108-102 Game 2 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. The forward appeared to be dealing with a leg issue as New York closed out the win.
The 76ers endured a costly late scoring drought in their 108-102 Game 2 loss to the Knicks. Nick Nurse lamented Philadelphia's inability to convert several quality looks during the decisive stretch.
De'Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama responded from difficult series-opening performances to power San Antonio past Minnesota. The 38-point margin marked the Timberwolves' largest playoff defeat.
