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Jalen Williams was limited to one point in his return from a hamstring strain as Oklahoma City dropped Game 6 to San Antonio. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander also endured an uncharacteristically quiet scoring night, finishing with less than half of his regular-season average.
Victor Wembanyama delivered 28 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks as San Antonio beat Oklahoma City 118-91. The Spurs’ dominant win sends the Western Conference finals back to Oklahoma City for a decisive Game 7.
The Spurs kept their season alive with a Game 6 victory, pushing the Western Conference finals to a decisive Game 7. The result shifts attention to the key factors that could shape Saturday’s finale.
Federal prosecutors allege Terry Rozier agreed to accept a $100,000 bribe to manipulate his performance in an NBA game as part of a gambling scheme. Two new charges were filed against him Thursday.
The NBA’s board of governors has voted overwhelmingly to revise the league’s draft lottery system. The approved changes include expanding the lottery from 14 to 16 teams and adding measures aimed at discouraging tanking.
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has suffered a broken right pinkie finger ahead of the NBA Finals. There is currently no timetable for his return.
Myra Gordon announced the birth of Marvel, her daughter with Tyrese Maxey. Marvel was born on May 14.
Stephen and Ayesha Curry are expanding their restaurant ventures from the West Coast to Charlotte. The move connects the Curry family’s business footprint to the city where Dell Curry became a franchise icon.
The proposed Protect College Sports Act is drawing attention as lawmakers continue to examine the future structure of college athletics. The bill is being viewed through the lens of whether it can address ongoing issues across college football and other sports.
Vanderbilt remains part of the national conversation after Tyler Tanner’s decision to return. His move is among the key NBA draft-related decisions influencing the college basketball landscape.
Oklahoma City enters Game 6 one win away from a return to the NBA Finals. San Antonio must respond with the adjustments and execution needed to extend the series to a decisive Game 7.
Several notable NBA players remain tied to important offseason decisions as teams continue shaping their rosters. Austin Reaves, Jalen Duren and Mitchell Robinson are among the names drawing attention around the league.
Arizona forward Koa Peat, projected as a first-round pick, will keep his name in the NBA draft. The decision keeps him on a path toward beginning his professional career.
Former Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic, listed as the No. 1 player in the transfer portal, has withdrawn from the NBA draft. He will play college basketball next season.
Vanderbilt point guard Tyler Tanner has withdrawn from the NBA draft and will return for his junior season. The All-SEC guard gives the Commodores a key piece back in their backcourt.
Miami (Ohio) has signed head coach Travis Steele to a contract extension through the 2033-34 season. The move follows Steele guiding the RedHawks to a win in the First Four of the NCAA tournament.
The Los Angeles Lakers informed more than a dozen employees on Wednesday that they were being laid off. The moves are part of an organizational restructuring under the franchise’s new leadership.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Former Santa Clara forward Allen Graves will keep his name in the NBA draft. Graves is regarded as a projected first-round pick.
