Sixers getting swept leaves Joel Embiid, Nick Nurse and everyone else under the microscope
The Sixers fought through injuries and frustration to win 45 games. Now they enter another offseason facing the same defining questions.
The Sixers fought through injuries and frustration to win 45 games. Now they enter another offseason facing the same defining questions.
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery delivered a major shake-up across the league, with the Washington Wizards landing the No. 1 pick, the Chicago Bulls jumping into No. 4 to boost their rebuild around Josh Giddey, and the Indiana Pacers sliding to No.
Washington Wizards president Michael Winger told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider that he would consider trading down after securing the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft on Sunday. Winger said that this is "not a savior moment" for the Wizards.
The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-109 in Game 4 on Sunday to tie the series 2-2. The Wolves were lead by Anthony Edwards, who scored 36 points and dedicated the game to his late mother. "Today is Mother's Day," Edwards said. "I just wanted to win for my Mom.
When these two teams met in the playoffs in 2024, Knicks fans took over in Philadelphia, leading to pleas from Joel Embiid.
The Washington Wizards won the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery Sunday, securing the No. 1 overall pick for the first time since 2010. The Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies and Chicago Bulls round out the top four selections.
The Washington Wizards won the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery Sunday, securing the No. 1 overall pick for the first time since 2010. The Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies and Chicago Bulls round out the top four selections.
This NBA season was marred by tanking. One-third of teams showed little interest in winning games. The league even fined two of them for tanking.
The Thunder and Spurs are heavily favored in the West while the Knicks have become the clear favorite in the East.
Washington Wizards president Michael Winger confirmed Sunday that the franchise will consider trading down from the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft, while Utah Jazz president Austin Ainge said the Jazz are also open to moving back from the second selection. "We're open," Ainge said.
The Timberwolves fell behind in Game 4 even after Victor Wembanyama was ejected in the second quarter but Anthony Edwards saved the day.
"Everyone has to look at themselves, starting with me," Joel Embiid said.
If the NBA's proposed "3-2-1" lottery format is approved on May 28, the league is seriously considering holding the draft lottery drawing live on television, sources tell Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.
Joel Embiid struck an optimistic tone about his health Sunday after the Philadelphia 76ers were swept by the New York Knicks, vowing to be more available next season following another injury-plagued postseason.
The New York Knicks reached the Eastern Conference finals for the second straight season Sunday, sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers with a record-setting 144-114 victory at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was ejected from Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals Sunday after throwing an elbow that connected with the jaw of Minnesota Timberwolves forward Naz Reid early in the second quarter.
News broke last week that Detroit Tigers ace and two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal needed elbow surgery that typically comes with a three-month timeline to return. Skubal had that surgery on Thursday.
The Knicks have become legit title contenders under Jalen Brunson. No one expected that.
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The Spurs' superstar picked up a flagrant foul, penalty 2 and was tossed from Game 4, which the Spurs lost.
Victor Wembanyama picked up his first career ejection Sunday night. The Minnesota Timberwolves took full advantage.
Victor Wembanyama picked up his first career ejection Sunday night. The San Antonio Spurs star was thrown out of the team’s Game 4 matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday after he threw an elbow that drilled Naz Reid right in his chin.
The Cairns Taipans have continued building towards the 2026-27 season, bringing back a familiar face to strengthen their local core in what shapes as a much-improved campaign after several difficult years.
CHICAGO – AJ Dybantsa learned that the nation’s capital could very well be his future home when the Washington Wizards were awarded the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft on Sunday. But with Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson eyeing the No.
With proposed reform on the horizon, this could be the last time we say this, but: tanking paid off.
Indiana Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard apologized to Pacers fans after his team lost their 2026 first-round pick to the LA Clippers. When the Pacers pick moved back from No. 2 to No.
The Bulls might not be back just yet, but for the first time in a long time, they might be close.
The San Antonio Spurs have been dealt a massive blow in their playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with superstar Victor Wembanyama ejected for the first time in his NBA career after a flagrant foul on Naz Reid during Game 4.
The Knicks brought their brooms to Philadelphia and swept the Sixers out of the playoffs in a Game 4 rout.
The Minnesota Timberwolves will try to even their Western Conference semifinal series against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4. The San Antonio Spurs took a 2-1 lead with a 115-108 victory in Game 3. The Spurs are favored by 4.5 points.
"I own taking this risk," Indiana's president of basketball operations said after the draft lottery.
The Wizards were the big winners of Sunday's draft lottery, but there are plenty of potential difference-makers in this class.
With their eyes fixed on returning to contention after a season off for Tyrese Haliburton, the Indiana Pacers had a shot at adding a top-four pick in this year’s NBA Draft, one of the deepest in league history. Instead, they won’t have a first-round draft pick at all.
Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O’Connor reveals his latest mock draft following the results of the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery.(0:31) Draft Lottery winners & losers.
With OG Anunoby sidelined with a hamstring injury, Miles McBride got a second straight start for the New York Knicks on Sunday in a closeout game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
With OG Anunoby sidelined with a hamstring injury, Miles McBride got a second straight start for the New York Knicks on Sunday in a closeout game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBL Next Star Luke Paul will again have the honour of representing his country, after being named in the Australian Under 17s men’s team.
With the Washington Wizards winning the NBA Draft Lottery, here’s how the draft could play out now that the order is set. Be sure to check out our 2026 NBA Draft Guide, which features full scouting reports on all 60 of these prospects, player comparisons, and multiple big boards.
The Washington Wizards won the NBA draft lottery, earning the right to add the No.1 overall pick in the 2026 class while there was a clear loser from Monday morning’s ping-pong drawing.
The Utah Jazz landed second, followed by the Memphis Grizzlies and Chicago Bulls rounding out the top four.
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery is in the books, and now we know where each team is picking this June. The Washington Wizards won the No. 1 overall selection, following through as one of three teams with the best chance (14%) at winning the lottery.
The Washington Wizards, who had the best odds at 14 percent, have won the lottery and the No. 1 overall pick. The Utah Jazz will hold the No.
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With a chance to close out their series against the Philadelphia 76ers, the New York Knicks will once again be shorthanded Sunday. Starting forward OG Anunoby will miss a second straight game with a right hamstring strain. Head coach Mike Brown announced his status in his pregame news conference.
With Steve Kerr signing a two-year extension to remain the Golden State Warriors head coach, there are some downstream impacts as well. One of those is that Draymond Green is more likely to stay with the Warriors with Kerr staying in the fold than he would have been otherwise.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Season was one of the biggest in recent memory for the Adelaide 36ers. From four extra Ignite Cup games and the in-season tournament Final, to eight Playoff games, the 36ers played a total of 42 games during the 2025-26 campaign.
How to watch Spurs vs. Timberwolves Game 4 Today's Game 4 will be broadcast on Peacock.
How to watch Knicks vs. 76ers Game 4 Today's Game 4 will be broadcast on Fubo.
We know enough about Kerr to know he had to assess what comes next in a universe where he remains the Warriors coach.
The 2026 WNBA season features a highly anticipated Memorial Day showdown as the Connecticut Sun travel to San Francisco to face the Golden State Valkyries on Monday, May 25. While the Sun are busy today (May 10) taking on the Storm, and the Valkyries face the Mercury, fans are already looking forward to this first meeting of the season between two title contenders.
The WNBA's 30th season continues this Sunday, May 10, as the Las Vegas Aces head to the West Coast to face the Los Angeles Sparks in a star-studded divisional rivalry.
Ahead of last February's trade deadline, the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics had a brief conversation about a Jaylen Brown trade. Those discussions could be revisited this offseason.
The 2026 WNBA season continues this Sunday, May 10, as the New York Liberty travel to the nation's capital to face the Washington Mystics. Both teams are riding high after impressive season-opening victories on Friday.
The 2026 WNBA season moves into its first full Sunday schedule this May 10, as the Seattle Storm travel to Uncasville to face the Connecticut Sun. Both teams are desperately seeking their first win of the season after falling in their respective openers on Friday.
The New York Knicks will try to close out their Eastern Conference semifinals series against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 4. The Knicks own a 3-0 lead in the series and can sweep the 76ers with a win.
The Cairns Taipans have made their first big move of the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Free Agency, by reportedly signing an Australian Boomer. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc, the Taipans have signed big man Keanu Pinder to a one-year deal.
Caitlin Clark made her first regular-season WNBA appearance since July 15 on Saturday, posting 20 points, seven assists and five rebounds in the Indiana Fever's 107-104 opening-night loss to the Dallas Wings at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Ajay Mitchell delivered the best performance of his young career Saturday, scoring 24 points and dishing out 10 assists without a turnover as the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Los Angeles Lakers 131-108 in Game 3. The victory pushed Oklahoma City to the brink of a second consecutive sweep despite an ordinary series from reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
James Harden silenced his critics Saturday with seven clutch points in the final 90 seconds of the fourth quarter, lifting the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 116-109 victory over the Detroit Pistons in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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Anadolu via Getty ImagesGame 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals between the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers is this Sunday, May 10, with tipoff at 3:30 p.
Cunningham's turnovers have been a thorn in the Pistons' side; he contributed to half of their 16 on Saturday, which led to 27 Cavs points.
The Lakers can't seem to measure up to the Thunder, who have a championship pedigree and are playing with something to prove.
Some fans remember Smith for meme-worthy NBA moments. On Saturday, the 40-year-old wrote a new chapter to his life story.
Sunday's lottery sets the order for one of the decade's most anticipated rookie drafts. Here's what to know and how to tune in.
The Oklahoma City Thunder used another explosive second half to beat LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 131-108, pushing the Lakers to the brink of elimination in the NBA playoffs.
The Los Angeles Lakers have given the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder their best effort, and it is not nearly good enough, as LeBron James and Co. now trail their Western Conference semifinals series, 3-0, following Saturday’s 131-108 defeat.
LeBron James and the Lakers have not been able to find traction against the deep and mighty Thunder. And they're running out of time.
It will be the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference finals, barring the most shocking comeback in the history of the NBA. With a 131-108 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, the Thunder took a 3-0 lead on Saturday and remain undefeated through seven postseason games.
With head coach Steve Kerr signed to a two-year extension, the Golden State Warriors will turn their eyes towards their roster. One of the first items on the list is talking to start guard Stephen Curry about a contract extension.
Mitchell said he watched Harden bring it home instead of demanding the ball because “he’s James Harden, right?”.
Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors have agreed to a two-year deal for Kerr to remain the team's head coach. Kerr's contract was set to expire at the end of the league year, but he'll now return for his 13th and 14th seasons leading the Warriors.
The longtime Warriors head coach has agreed in principle to a two-year contract to remain with the team through the 2027-28 season.
Nic Antaya via Getty ImagesSteve Kerr isn’t leaving Golden State just yet. The longtime Warriors head coach agreed to a two-year contract to return to the team on Saturday, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
It all came down to James Harden on Saturday. That finally turned out to be a good thing for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The Cleveland Cavaliers took a must-win Game 3 on Saturday, defeating the Detroit Pistons 116-109 and cutting their second-round playoff series deficit to 2-1. In front of its home crowd, Cleveland showed the aggressiveness and shot-making that was lacking in losing the first two games of the series.
The Cleveland Cavaliers took a must-win Game 3 on Saturday, defeating the Detroit Pistons 116-109 on Saturday and cutting their second-round playoff series deficit to 2-1. In front of its home crowd, Cleveland showed the aggressiveness and shot-making that was lacking in losing the first two games of the series.
This summer, teams are expected to be lining up their best trade offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Several teams who have been eliminated from playoff contention have already shown interest in acquiring Antetokounmpo or reportedly could make a run at the Milwaukee Bucks superstar.
Things got heated between Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch and veteran NBA official Tony Brothers during the Wolves Game 3 loss to the San Antonio Spurs.
With many teams that have been tied to Antetokounmpo losing either in the Play-In or the first round, the Giannis market may open up again.
On a recent appearance on FanDuel TV's Run It Back Show, Sam Amick of The Athletic talked about the likelihood Giannis Antetokounmpo gets traded from the Milwaukee Bucks. One thing Amick said to keep an eye on with Antetokounmpo is that he'll eventually push for a trade to a specific team.
On a recent appearance on FanDuel TV's Run It Back Show, Sam Amick of The Athletic talked about the likelihood Giannis Antetokounmpo gets traded from the Milwaukee Bucks. One thing Amick said to keep an eye on with Antetokounmpo is that he'll eventually push for a trade to a specific team.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 season delivered unforgettable moments from start to finish.From Kendric Davis dazzling with the ball, to Bryce Cotton lighting it up, and JaVale McGee dominating above the rim, re-live some of the best highlights from the season below:. .
The Los Angeles Lakers will try to climb into their Western Conference semifinals series with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder won the series’ first two games in Oklahoma City. The next two games are in L.A. Oklahoma City is favored by 8.5 points.
The Detroit Pistons will try to take a commanding 3-0 lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers in their Eastern Conference semifinals series. The Pistons won the series’ first two games in Detroit. The next two games are in Cleveland.
Right from the jump, Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals series between the No. 7 seed Philadelphia 76ers and No. 3 seed New York Knicks was supremely physical, particularly down low, where an injury-plagued Joel Embiid was battling against a foul-prone Karl-Anthony Towns.
Wembanyama spent the season learning how to go from reckless abandon to meticulous aggression. In Game 3, he turned in his best game yet.
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Edwards did everything he could, but Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs were just better in Game 3.
On Friday, Wembanyama got the better of his new rival with both putting on a show. They're made for each other, and the NBA needs them.
With the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks each winning Game 3 on Friday to push their series leads to 2-1 and 3-0 respectively, the probable Conference Finals teams continues to take shape.
Victor Wembanyama delivered one of the greatest individual playoff performances in NBA big man history Friday, scoring 39 points with 15 rebounds and five blocks to lead the San Antonio Spurs past the Minnesota Timberwolves 115-108, giving San Antonio a 2-1 series lead in the Western Conference semifinals.
Philadelphia thought it had a puncher's chance against New York. Now, it's hoping "to try and just get one.".
If the Knicks keep winning with this level of fight, they will frighten whoever they see in the next two rounds, Oklahoma City included.
With OG Anunoby sidelined due to a hamstring injury, the Knicks needed a boost. They found it in their depth.
"I’ve created my own path and my team," Dybantsa said about playing in a larger media market versus a smaller city.
In the wake of a series of depressing playoff injuries, John and Nate take 30 minutes to brainstorm some potential rule changes they think would help.
Iowa head coach Ben McCollum signed a new six-year deal with the school on Friday, sources told ESPN. In his first season with the program, McCollum lead Iowa to their first Elite Eight appearance since 1987. UNC pursued McCollum to fill their head coach vacancy before appointing Michael Malone. .
A dominant Victor Wembanyama powered the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-108 win over Minnesota and a 2-1 lead in their NBA playoff series Saturday.