Of course Victor Wembanyama should not have been suspended. The San Antonio Spurs superstar did throw an elbow into Minnesota Timberwolves forward Naz Reid’s throat early in the second quarter of an eventual Game 4 defeat.
“The Roast of Kevin Hart” aired on Sunday night, and it wasn’t just the comedian who was the target of jokes. Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was on hand to help roast Hart, but ended up getting roasted himself.
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery is over, and we now know the order of the draft on June 23-24, starting with the Washington Wizards at No. 1. The lottery brought surprises, disappointments and, for one team, a jump-up that could make an enormous difference in their pending rebuild.
With the NBA’s 2026 draft order now determined after Sunday’s lottery, the Milwaukee Bucks are now listening for trade offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports.
The Washington Wizards have the first pick in the NBA Draft. Will AJ Dybantsa be taken first? The odds say so.
The Milwaukee Bucks are accepting trade offers for two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, with ownership expecting a resolution before the NBA Draft on June 23-24, league and team sources told ESPN. The franchise is maintaining its asking price of a young blue-chip talent and or a surplus of future draft picks.
The first ejection of Victor Wembanyama’s career has come and gone in a viral highlight that saw him slow-motion hit Naz Reid with an elbow to the throat.
We’ve become accustomed to LeBron James setting all kinds of records, as one of the best players of all time’s career draws toward its conclusion.
A group of Philadelphia 76ers players met with members of the coaching staff before a shootaround in Washington on April 1, voicing concerns about team direction and player conduct, multiple league sources told The Athletic.
The Philadelphia 76ers will evaluate the futures of president of basketball operations Daryl Morey and head coach Nick Nurse before reaching any decisions, multiple league sources told The Athletic. No final determinations had been made immediately following Sunday's playoff elimination.
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The Wolves took advantage of Victor Wembanyama's flagrant elbow to Naz Reid to even their series against the Spurs. Did he deserve to get tossed? What were the key elements late, and who has the advantage going forward? We break down what the lotto results mean for each of the 14 teams.
San Antonio Spurs coach Mitch Johnson took issue with the officials ejecting Victor Wembanyama during his team's Game 4 loss at the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Edwards' brilliant Game 4 to lift the Timberwolves was a fitting tribute to his late mother — and a reminder of how sorrow can inspire.
The NBA and the G League announced that five players have been called up from the G League Elite Camp to the NBA Draft Combine. The five players are Rafael Castro, Jacob Cofie, Bryce Hopkins, Trey Kaufman-Renn and Aaron Nkrumah. Castro is a 6-foot-11 center out of George Washington.
"It's incredible. He's a warrior," Julius Randle said of Reid, who took a Wemby elbow to the face but helped Minnesota tie the series at 2.
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson spoke out in defense of his star big man after Game 4, saying, "at some stage, he should be protected.".
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Who makes sense next to Steph Curry in Golden State? Will the Clippers go point guard even with Darius Garland?.
A year ago, NBC enthusiastically announced a deal with Michael Jordan around its NBA coverage. The reality was more of a let-down.
It is not a secret that Atkinson and Blair have a shared past. But it is little known in NBA circles that they were once teammates.
Brown made a transformational move with Karl-Anthony Towns that Thibodeau wouldn't have done. Now, the Knicks have the NBA Finals in sight.
For the NBA’s longest-suffering franchise and its fans, what happened Sunday might be the inflection point when things finally shifted.
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.
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.
How to watch Thunder vs. Lakers Game 4 Tonight's Game 4 will be broadcast on Prime Video. Category Details Date Monday, May 11, 2026 Tip-Off Time 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT Live Stream Prime Video Venue Crypto.
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.
The trading card market remains hotter than ever as athletes in a variety of sports excite collectors.
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.
How to watch Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 4 Tonight's Game 4 will be broadcast on Peacock.
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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.
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 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.
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.
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.
