Ayo Dosunmu Has Busy Night in Game 5

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu enjoyed a good all-around performance in Game 5 against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, finishing a 126-97 loss with 16 points, nine rebounds, four assists, three steals, and two blocks. He went 50% from the field with a 7-for-14 effort but made only one of four attempts from three-point […]

Jaden McDaniels Notches 17 Points in Game 5 Loss

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels finished Tuesday's 126-97 Game 5 loss to the San Antonio Spurs with 17 points, six rebounds, two assists, and one steal. After finishing three of the first four games in the series without a made three-pointer, McDaniels had a 3-for-7 record from deep and went 6-for-13 overall from the field. […]

Julius Randle Posts a Double-Double in Losing Effort

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle recorded a 17-point, 10-rebound double-double in Tuesday's 126-97 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, adding one assist in 36 minutes of play. This was only Randle's second double-double of the postseason, as he has failed to match his regular-season form. Randle's efficiency from the field has been especially woeful. […]

Anthony Edwards Held to 20 Points in Game 5 Loss

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards led his team with 20 points in Tuesday's 126-97 loss in Game 5 against the San Antonio Spurs. Edwards did decent work on offense, finishing with a 46.2 field-goal percentage, but he had only 13 attempts. For just the third time this postseason, Edwards was limited to one three-pointer. His […]

Keldon Johnson Comes Alive in Game 5 Against Timberwolves

San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson had the second-most points among all scorers in Tuesday's 126-97 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, putting up 21 points with an 8-for-11 effort from the field. In 22 minutes off the bench, he also picked up a pair of rebounds and steals, along with one block. It was a […]

Stephon Castle Makes All-Around Impact in Game 5

San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle made himself useful in all areas in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night, notching 17 points, four rebounds, six assists, two steals, and one block in 27 minutes. He also committed four turnovers, but they didn't really affect the game, as the Spurs won 126-97. Castle […]

Victor Wembanyama Leads Spurs to Big Win in Game 5

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama was once again unstoppable for the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 on Tuesday night, stuffing the stat sheet with 27 points, 17 rebounds, five assists, and three blocks in a big 126-97 win. Wembanyama finished 9-for-16 from the field and 2-for-5 from downtown, becoming only the third Spurs player […]

76ers Part Ways With Daryl Morey

Daryl Morey won't continue as the president of basketball operations with the Philadelphia 76ers, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. He will leave the franchise after six years in Philadelphia. During Morey's tenure, the 76ers made the playoffs five times, winning four series. The team posted a 270-212 regular-season record but failed to advance beyond the second […]

Kevin Huerter Iffy for Game 5 Against Cavaliers

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Kevin Huerter (adductor) remains on the injury report with a questionable tag ahead of Game 5 against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. Huerter hasn't seen any action since Game 4 of the first-round series against Orlando, missing seven games due to a left adductor strain. His absence has created additional playing time […]

Dylan Harper Cleared for Action Tuesday

San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (knee) will suit up for Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. The team added him to the injury report in the afternoon due to a sore left knee, but Harper has been upgraded from questionable to available ahead of tip-off. In Game 4, Harper bounced back […]

De'Aaron Fox Available for Game 5 Against Timberwolves

San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) will play in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reports. Fox hurt his right ankle in Game 4 and was initially listed as questionable on the injury report. After participating in the morning shootaround, he was deemed a game-time decision. In […]

Caris LeVert Remains on Injury Report With Heel Issue

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Caris LeVert (heel) is listed as questionable for Wednesday night's Game 5 matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was also considered questionable for Game 4 on Monday before being cleared to play. LeVert had by far his best postseason outing of the year, erupting for a team-high 24 points off the bench. […]

Duncan Robinson Listed as Questionable for Game 5

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Duncan Robinson (back) is questionable for Game 5 against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. The veteran has been added to the injury report due to lower back soreness. Robinson had a great start to the series against Cleveland but was limited to four points in 29 minutes during Game 4. Instead, the […]

Brandon Clarke Dies at Age 29

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke has died at age 29. LAPD sources told ABC News that Clarke died of a possible drug overdose on Monday, with narcotics found at the scene and no indication of foul play. The news of his death comes six weeks after Clarke was arrested for speeding and possession of a […]

Luka Doncic Admits He Wasn't Close to Returning Before Season Ended

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic (hamstring) wasn't close to returning before the team's season ended on Monday night. "I know some people wanted me (to come) back, but obviously I wasn't close to clearing," Doncic said. "If I could be out there, I would be, 100%. Everybody in that room knows this is […]

LeBron James Uncertain About Future After Season-Ending Loss

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has yet to make plans for his future after his 23rd NBA campaign ended with a 115-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports. "I think you guys asked me about [retirement], and I've answered questions. I don't think I've come out and been […]

Ajay Mitchell Continues to Excel for Thunder

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell wrapped up the second-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers with a 28-point effort in Monday's 115-110 win. The 23-year-old sophomore had the best postseason scoring performance of his young career and also made a mark defensively, recording four steals. He had an outstanding 12-for-19 record from the field, […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Posts 35 Points in Series Clincher

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 35 points as the defending champions completed their second-round sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers with a 115-110 road win on Monday night. He also had one rebound, eight assists, and one steal, finishing 11-for-22 from the field and 12-for-15 at the free-throw line. This […]

Cade Cunningham Struggles in Game 4 Loss

Detroit Pistons point guard Cade Cunningham couldn't get going in Monday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, finishing a 112-103 loss with 19 points, three rebounds, six assists, one steal, and five turnovers. He had a solid 2-for-5 record from deep but went 7-for-16 overall from the field. The 19-point effort marks Cunningham's postseason career […]

James Harden Records 40th Postseason Double-Double

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden logged his 40th postseason double-double in Monday's 113-103 victory over the Detroit Pistons, scoring 24 points and handing out 11 assists. He also made a significant impact defensively, recording three steals and one block. Harden notched 15 of his points in the first half. The former MVP let Donovan Mitchell […]

Donovan Mitchell Ties NBA Playoff Record With 39 Second-Half Points

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell led his team to a series-tying 112-103 win over the Detroit Pistons on Monday, scoring 43 points with a 13-for-26 effort from the field. Detroit limited Mitchell to just four first-half points before he ran amok in the second half. With 39 points, Mitchell tied the NBA record for most […]

Draymond Green Set to Stay With Warriors

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green is expected to remain with the team in 2026-27. His name popped up in trade rumors during the season, but the Warriors seem ready to move forward with their core group. Head coach Steve Kerr has just signed a new two-year contract, and there are reportedly extension talks planned […]

Warriors Looking to Extend Stephen Curry in Offseason

The Golden State Warriors are expected to engage in extension talks with point guard Stephen Curry this offseason. The two-time MVP is currently under contract for one more season, but the team appears determined to keep him around for longer. Head coach Steve Kerr has just signed up for two more years with the Warriors, […]

Bucks Listening to Offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo seems closer than ever to leaving the team. On Monday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Bucks are open to trade offers for Antetokounmpo. The team is looking for a young blue-chip talent and/or a surplus of draft picks in a potential deal. The Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, […]

OG Anunoby Expected to Be Ready for Game 1 of East Finals

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (hamstring) is expected to be healthy for the start of the Eastern Conference Finals, Ian Begley of SNY reports. "OG Anunoby will play in Game 1," Begley said on Monday. "I feel very comfortable saying that, just because of where this thing was in the day or two days […]

De'Aaron Fox Listed as Questionable for Game 5

San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) is considered questionable for Tuesday's Game 5 tilt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Fox injured his right ankle in Game 4 but had no issues finishing the game. Yet he has landed on the injury report before Tuesday's contest, leaving his status uncertain. The two-time All-Star posted 24 […]

Kevin Huerter to Remain Sidelined in Game 4

Detroit Pistons guard Kevin Huerter (adductor) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Huerter remains on the sideline and hasn't appeared in a contest since Game 4 of the first-round series. It's unclear when Huerter will return, with him being listed as questionable coming into this game. His continued […]

Caris LeVert is Cleared for Game 4 on Monday

Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (heel) has been upgraded to available ahead of Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. LeVert was questionable coming into this game due to a right heel contusion. He played 17 minutes on Saturday, finishing with six points, four rebounds, and four steals in the loss. The expectation is that LeVert […]

Thomas Bryant is Available to Play in Game 4

Cleveland Cavaliers center Thomas Bryant (back) is cleared to suit up for Monday's Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons. Bryant was uncertain to play in this one due to back spasms. It doesn't appear to be significant enough to keep Bryant out of action. He hasn't played a significant role in the rotation throughout the […]

Victor Wembanyama Won't be Suspended Following Game 4 Ejection

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama won't face further discipline following his ejection from Sunday's Game 4. Wembanyama was ejected from Sunday's game after receiving a Flagrant 2 foul for elbowing Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid in the head. The superstar center won't face a fine or any kind of suspension. He only played 12 […]