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Karl-Anthony Towns Ends Finals with a Quiet Game 5
New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns managed just two points on 1-for-7 shooting in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs, the clincher in New York's first championship since 1973. Foul trouble defined his night, as Towns fouled out with six personals, limiting the All-Star to 23 minutes. He still grabbed 10 rebounds and chipped in one assist, three steals, and one block, while Jalen Brunson carried the scoring with 45. The quiet finish caps an otherwise strong Finals in which Towns posted three double-doubles. For fantasy managers, this is a one-game outlier, not a red flag: his rebounding, scoring, and floor-spacing keep him an elite fantasy big, and a looming Knicks extension should lock in his role for years.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
OG Anunoby Leans on Defense in Game 5 Title Win
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby tallied 11 points, eight rebounds, three steals, one block, and one three-pointer in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 28-year-old struggled offensively, shooting 3-for-11 from the field and 4-for-6 at the line, but he still chipped in enough defensive production to help New York clinch the title. This was a quiet close after Anunoby scored 33 points in Game 4 and 28 in Game 3. Across 17 postseason games, he averaged 20.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.5 steals, and 1.1 blocks, making his two-way profile the biggest fantasy takeaway heading into next season.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Mikal Bridges Chips in During Championship-Clinching Win
New York Knicks guard/forward Mikal Bridges notched 14 points, two rebounds, four assists, one block, and three three-pointers in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 29-year-old went 5-for-10 from the field and gave New York another efficient complementary line while Jalen Brunson carried the offense. Bridges averaged 14.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists during the regular season, so this was a fitting closeout snapshot of his fantasy profile: useful scoring, threes, defensive stats, and strong percentages without needing heavy usage. His role should remain steady as a multi-category piece for next season.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Jalen Brunson Captures Finals MVP as Knicks Win 2026 Title
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson powered the franchise to its first championship since 1973, pouring in 45 points in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The Finals MVP shot 14-for-27 from the field and 13-for-15 at the line, adding four 3-pointers, three rebounds, three assists, and two steals while scoring 15 of his points in the fourth quarter to close out a 4-1 series. His 45 points set a Knicks Finals record, and he joined Willis Reed as the only New York player to claim the Bill Russell Trophy. Brunson saved his best for a series in which he had struggled to shoot, finishing as the unanimous choice of all 11 voters. For dynasty managers, he enters next season as a rock-solid early-round lock, with elite scoring volume and free-throw production anchoring his floor.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Mavericks Not Interested in Trading Kyrie Irving
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (knee) is reportedly not available right now. According to Marc Stein, the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves have reached out about the availability of Irving. As of this moment, the Mavs are content with keeping the 34-year-old veteran heading into next season. Irving sat out all this past season while recovering from a torn left ACL. The veteran guard is expected to be fully healthy at the beginning of next season. Irving is owed $39.5 million for the upcoming season and has a player option for $42.4 million for the 2027 campaign. The Mavs are hopeful that Irving can be a key contributor, but his fantasy value could take a hit coming off major knee surgery.
Source: Marc Stein
Source: Marc Stein
LeBron James Could Leave the Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James might not be back with the organization next season. Tim Bontemps of ESPN believes there's a legitimate chance that James is not back with the team next season. The Lakers are focused on building around Luka Doncic, which likely includes bringing back guard Austin Reaves. The Lakers will likely need to pay a hefty price in free agency to bring back Reaves this summer. With that being said, James might be forced to take a pay cut to stay with the Lakers or potentially head elsewhere. According to his agent, James has around 10-12 teams that would be interested in signing him. The 41-year-old can still be a reliable contributor, but his overall ceiling is going to take a hit due to age regression. His fantasy value will be dependent on where he ends up signing this offseason.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Nets Expected to Offer Austin Reaves a Max Contract
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves could be headed elsewhere soon. According to Dan Woike, the Brooklyn Nets are prepared to offer Reaves a max contract this summer. The Lakers have viewed re-signing Reaves as a priority, but it's likely going to cost them a hefty amount of money. The Nets are reportedly willing to offer Reaves around $178.5 million over four years. The Lakers could offer Reaves a fifth year, but it's unclear if they want to match that kind of money. The status of LeBron James is also something that the Lakers need to pay attention to. Adding a player such as Reaves to the mix could help speed up the Nets' rebuilding process. The Nets have a handful of young guards, but none stand out as true cornerstone pieces right now. A move to the Nets would likely benefit Reaves as the primary focal point of an offense.
Source: Dan Woike
Source: Dan Woike
Luke Kornet Tagged as Questionable for Game 5
San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. Kornet only played four minutes during Wednesday's loss. It's unclear if that was the plan or if Kornet was limited in that contest because of this illness. If he remains out on Saturday, Carter Bryant would likely be in line for extra playing time. Victor Wembanyama figures to play over 40 minutes in what is an elimination game for the Spurs. Kornet probably wouldn't see much action on the court even if he's cleared to play. The Spurs will lean heavily on Wembanyama as they attempt to battle back from a 3-1 deficit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Mitchell Robinson is Available for Game 5 on Saturday
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (finger) has been cleared to play ahead of Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. Robinson returned to the injury report ahead of this contest, but he will be available to play. The big man suffered a broken pinky finger during the Eastern Conference Finals. He has looked fine during this series, but is only logging in minutes in the teens right now. He snagged five rebounds across 13 minutes during the epic Game 4 comeback. Robinson will continue being the primary backup center as the Knicks look to close out this series.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Terry Rozier to Stand Trial in February 2027
Free agent guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty to newly added sports bribery and honest services wire fraud conspiracy charges, leaving him with not-guilty pleas to all four counts in the federal gambling case, The Athletic's Mike Vorkunov reports. A judge set his trial for Feb. 8, 2027. Prosecutors allege Rozier accepted a bribe to exit a March 23, 2023, game early while with the Hornets, logging just over nine minutes and finishing with five points, four rebounds, and two assists against the Pelicans after averaging 21.1 points per game that season. The NBA placed him on indefinite leave following his October 2025 arrest, and the Heat waived him in April 2026. Rozier's attorney is seeking changes to his release conditions that he argues are hindering a potential NBA return. From a fantasy perspective, Rozier is undraftable in redraft and a roster cut in all but the deepest dynasty formats until his status resolves.
Source: Mike Vorkunov
Source: Mike Vorkunov
Kings to Work Out Keaton Wagler Ahead of Draft
The Sacramento Kings will work out Illinois guard Keaton Wagler next week, Yahoo Sports' Kevin O'Connor reports. The visit lines up with Sacramento's need for a lead guard and its No. 7 pick, a range Wagler is expected to land in after ESPN and The Athletic slotted the consensus All-American around No. 5. The 6-foot-6 combo guard averaged 17.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 4.2 assists on strong efficiency while powering Illinois to its first Final Four in 21 years. For dynasty and rookie-draft managers, Wagler profiles as a high-floor bet: his shooting, feel, and playmaking should earn early minutes wherever he lands, with comparisons ranging from Ty Jerome to CJ McCollum. A thin frame and lack of burst cap the ceiling, but a guard-needy Sacramento would hand him a clear runway to production.
Source: Kevin O'Connor
Source: Kevin O'Connor
Victor Wembanyama One Flagrant Foul Point From Suspension
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama is one flagrant foul point away from an automatic suspension after receiving a Flagrant 1 in Wednesday's 107-106 Game 4 NBA Finals loss to the New York Knicks, according to ESPN's Michael C. Wright. The 22-year-old now has three flagrant points this postseason, putting his Game 5 discipline risk under the spotlight with San Antonio trailing 3-1. Wembanyama still delivered 24 points, 13 rebounds, one assist, and three blocks in 43 minutes, but he shot 9-for-25 from the field and 4-for-7 at the line. Fantasy managers should still expect a massive workload in the elimination game, although one more dangerous-play ruling could abruptly end his postseason availability.
Source: Michael C. Wright
Source: Michael C. Wright
Domantas Sabonis Discussed in Trade Talks with Hornets
HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports that the Sacramento Kings and Charlotte Hornets had exploratory trade talks on a Domantas Sabonis deal involving Miles Bridges. The talks do not appear close, as Sam Amick of The Athletic reported that compensation has been a sticking point, with Sacramento seeking one of Charlotte's first-round picks. Sabonis averaged 15.8 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists in 19 games before season-ending knee surgery, while Bridges posted 17.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists. A move to Charlotte would give Sabonis a cleaner playmaking fit next to LaMelo Ball, while Bridges' fantasy value would hinge on whether Sacramento gives him the same on-ball freedom he had with the Hornets.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Celtics Resurface as Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Suitor
The Boston Celtics have quietly reentered the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade race, The Ringer's Bill Simmons reported, suggesting the team had been lying in wait after a stunning first-round exit. Yahoo Sports' Kevin O'Connor added that Boston is willing to make Jaylen Brown available, with Jayson Tatum the only player it won't move for the Bucks star, though Jake Fischer notes no meaningful talks have happened yet. For fantasy managers, both stars are worth tracking. A trade would likely land Brown on a lesser team as a featured scorer, lifting his usage and counting stats even as the wins dry up. Giannis stays a first-round, multi-category anchor wherever he lands, though a Boston pairing with Tatum would shave his usage, with the free-throw drag and durability risk following him regardless. Nothing is close, so monitor rather than react.
Source: Bill Simmons
Source: Bill Simmons
Trail Blazers Eye Julius Thomas for Coaching Staff
According to Gazzetta's Giannis Pallas, Paris Basketball head coach Julius Thomas is considering NBA opportunities, with an offer from the Portland Trail Blazers to join Tiago Splitter's staff standing out. The 28-year-old replaced Francesco Tabellini in March and has helped guide Paris to the French league finals against Monaco. Thomas also worked under Tuomas Iisalo and Splitter, keeping him tied to the same aggressive, high-tempo coaching tree Portland has already leaned into. Paris ranked first in EuroLeague in three-point attempts and second in threes made, while the Blazers finished 10th in pace under Splitter. For fantasy managers, this would be more of a system signal than a direct rankings mover, but added pace and spacing emphasis would be encouraging for Portland's young playmakers, wings, and rim-running bigs.
Source: Giannis Pallas
Source: Giannis Pallas
