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De'Aaron Fox Struggles Again Wednesday Night
San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox managed only seven points as the team was defeated by the New York Knicks 105-95 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday. He was the Spurs' lowest-scoring starter, going 3-for-13 from the field and 0-for-4 from three-point range. Across 38 minutes of action, Fox also tallied four rebounds, five assists, and one steal. The two-time All-Star has now finished three of the last four games with single-digit points. He's been hampered by an ankle injury in the playoffs and hasn't shown the sharpness we usually expect from the explosive guard.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Dylan Harper Turns Heads in Finals Opener
San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper molded a hot start into a 16-point, eight-rebound effort in his NBA Finals debut on Wednesday against the New York Knicks. With Harper on fire, the Spurs dominated early, but they struggled in the second half and lost the series opener 105-95. Harper, who finished 6-for-10 from the floor, also had one assist and one steal. The 20-year-old rookie impressed with his maturity and wasn't fazed by the occasion. You could say he was San Antonio's best player, as many of Harper's teammates failed to meet their usual standards. After a slump midway through the Western Conference Finals, Harper has come back strong. He's gone 62.9% from the field over the last three games, averaging 15.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Stephon Castle Close to Double-Double in Game 1 Loss to Knicks
San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle finished a 105-95 loss to the New York Knicks in Wednesday's Finals opener with 17 points, eight rebounds, and three assists. This was his first outing in eight games without any defensive stats. San Antonio struggled to score consistently in Game 1, and it also impacted Castle, who was 7-for-16 from the field and 1-for-5 from behind the arc. With the team desperate to avoid a 2-0 series deficit on home court Friday night, Castle should be determined to make a bigger impact. The 2025 Rookie of the Year has averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 6.5 assists during his first postseason campaign.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Victor Wembanyama Notches 26 Points in Finals Debut
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama scored a team-high 26 points in Wednesday's 105-95 Game 1 loss in the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. He also led the Spurs with 12 rebounds and amassed two assists, one steal, and three blocks. The 22-year-old superstar cooked up a decent line in his Finals debut, though things were far from perfect. Wembanyama committed a game-high six turnovers and finished 6-for-21 from the field, going 2-for-9 from downtown. Nearly half of his points came via a 12-for-13 effort at the charity stripe. After the game, Wembanyama openly admitted he was bad on Wednesday night. He'll aim to rebound in Game 2 on Friday.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Josh Hart Grabs 15 Rebounds in Game 1 Win Over Spurs
New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart impressed with his rebounding in the NBA Finals opener against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, grabbing a game-high 15 boards in a 105-95 win. His scoring was limited to three points, but Hart still had a big impact. His line included six assists, four steals, and one block. The 31-year-old had the game's highest plus/minus at plus-22. Hart missed all three attempts from deep and was 1-for-5 overall. He was happy to take a back seat on offense and tried to be effective elsewhere. The Knicks are unlikely to care much about Hart's offensive woes as long as the wins keep coming. With 12 straight victories, Mike Brown's team has posted the second-longest winning streak in NBA playoff history.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Karl-Anthony Towns Opens Finals With Double-Double
New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns recorded an 18-point, 12-rebound double-double as the team kicked off the 2026 NBA Finals with a 105-95 road win over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. Towns also had four assists and one block, going 7-for-15 from the field. He missed both attempts from three-point land but was a perfect 4-for-4 with his free throws. In the Finals, Towns faces a tough matchup against Victor Wembanyama, but he played well in Game 1. This could give him additional confidence for the rest of the series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Jalen Brunson Scores Game-High 30 Points in Finals Opener
New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson led his team to a 105-95 Game 1 victory in the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night, scoring a game-high 30 points on a 12-for-31 effort from the field. He was huge for his team in the fourth quarter with 13 points as New York turned a tie game into a comfortable road win. Brunson overcame a couple of early injury blows, hurting his right knee and left ankle. This was an impressive Finals debut from Brunson, but he left plenty up his sleeve. In 37 minutes, he managed only two assists and three rebounds, committing four turnovers.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Mitchell Robinson is Available for Game 1 on Wednesday
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (finger) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's Game 1 of the NBA Finals versus the San Antonio Spurs. Robinson suffered a broken pinky finger during the previous series. He was uncertain to suit up for the beginning of the series, but he will shed the questionable tag and play on Wednesday. The expectation is that he'll continue to play his key reserve role off the bench. He will be the primary backup center for when Karl-Anthony Towns is out of the game. The finger injury shouldn't impact his performance on the court, but the Knicks might play it somewhat cautiously in his first game playing after the injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kawhi Leonard Unlikely to be Traded
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard could potentially be on the move this summer. The veteran forward is entering the final-year of his contract, and it's unclear if he wants to stay with the Clippers long-term. With that being said, the Clippers could potentially move Leonard for draft picks or younger assets. The Detroit Pistons are one reported target for Leonard, but they'd likely be unwilling to trade young assets for one year of Leonard. This could be an ongoing issue for the Clippers if they seek a trade partner for Leonard. Many organizations are going to be unwilling to give up a lot in return for a 35-year-old on a one-year contract with no guarantee of sticking around.
Source: New York Times
Source: New York Times
Bulls Host Potential Lottery Picks for Workout
The Chicago Bulls currently own the fourth overall pick during the upcoming NBA Draft. The expectation is that the Bulls are going to draft North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson with the pick. The Bulls also own the 15th overall pick, so they could potentially land two legitimate contributors in this draft. Recently, the Bulls hosted Keaton Wagler, Kingston Flemings, Nate Ament, and Morez Johnson for workouts. For now, Wilson seems like the favorite to go at No. 4, but maybe the Bulls trade that pick and take two of these players instead. The rebuilding Bulls could benefit from having multiple lottery players, with this team being a few players away from being real contenders.
Source: Kevin O'Connor
Source: Kevin O'Connor
Wizards Considering Trading Down in Draft
The Washington Wizards own the first overall selection for the upcoming 2026-2027 NBA Draft. Currently, BYU forward AJ Dybantsa is considered the favorite to go first overall. It's worth noting that Kansas guard Darryn Peterson and Duke's Cam Boozer are also in the mix for the top selection. Given the depth at the top of the draft, the Wizards could potentially trade the top overall selection and stockpile a ton of assets. Wizards president Michael Winger has said that the front office will consider trading down in the draft. It's hard to imagine the Wizards giving up the pick unless they get a blockbuster deal. This team might not be too far away from competing with veterans Trae Young and Anthony Davis on the roster. Also, young players such as Alexandre Sarr and Kyshawn George can be built around. Dybantsa has MVP ceiling upside that is going to be tough to pry away.
Source: Kevin O'Connor
Source: Kevin O'Connor
Isaiah Hartenstein Hopeful to Stay with Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein would like to remain with the organization long-term. His future with the team is uncertain, with Hartenstein having a $28.5 million team option for the 2026-2027 season. The big man is grateful for his time with the organization and would love to stay in Oklahoma City. This past season, Hartenstein averaged 9.2 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists across 24.2 minutes per game in 47 games. Hartenstein saw a slightly reduced role with the team during his second year with the organization. It's hard to imagine the team paying him nearly $30 million, given the depth they have on this roster. A change of scenery could help Hartenstein's overall value, but we'll see what happens this summer.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
Source: Joel Lorenzi
Luguentz Dort Wants to Remain with Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Luguentz Dort recently said that his main goal is to remain with the organization. His future with the organization is up in the air, with Dort having a $17.7 million team option for next season. Dort has been with the team since entering the league in 2019. His overall stats took a hit last season, but he has been a consistent option for this team for many years. This past season, Dort averaged 8.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 0.9 steals in 26.8 minutes per game in 69 contests. There could be a handful of suitors for Dort if he does hit free agency this summer.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
Source: Joel Lorenzi
Mitchell Robinson is Questionable for Game 1
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (finger) is officially listed as questionable ahead of Wednesday's Game 1 of the NBA Finals versus the San Antonio Spurs. Robinson is currently nursing a fractured right pinky finger that he suffered at some point during the Eastern Conference Finals. He was able to get through some individual work without any issues on Sunday. All signs are pointing to Robinson being active, but fantasy managers will need to check back ahead of tip-off. If Robinson sits out, Karl-Anthony Towns would take on a heavy workload with Ariel Hukporti likely getting a few minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Moussa Diabate Has Contract Guaranteed for 2026-2027 Season
Charlotte Hornets center Moussa Diabate will be back with the team next year after recently having his contract guaranteed by the organization. Diabate is coming off a surprisingly solid season for the Hornets this past season. The big man averaged 7.9 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 1.9 assists across 26.0 minutes per game across 73 games. Diabate emerged as a viable starting center option for the Hornets with 47 starts across his 73 appearances. Ryan Kalkbrenner should continue to push for the starting gig after a decent rookie year. Regardless of who starts, both players should be worth a look as late-round options, with Kalkbrenner having higher overall upside.
Source: Ohm Youngmisuk
Source: Ohm Youngmisuk
