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The Indiana Pacers are heading into Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks looking to close out the series and advance to the NBA Finals. The Pacers have been dealing with a couple of injury issues though as the series winds down. Prior to Game 6, head coach Rick Carlisle […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — After coaching the Oklahoma City Blue, the organization’s G League affiliate, for five seasons, GM Sam Presti named Mark Daigneault the Oklahoma City Thunder head coach. He joined Billy Donovan’s coaching staff as an assistant before taking over. Then, four seasons later, Daigneault guided the Thunder to the NBA Finals, leading a […]

As the Miami Heat enter a crucial offseason where they look to vastly improve after a tenth seed finish and a dreadful sweep in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, there is a lateral move to make that would be a solid first step. While the Heat are surrounded by Kevin Durant rumors and […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Four wins from an NBA title, head coach Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder navigated the 2024-25 campaign without expectations. Daigneault’s meticulous approach forces his team to focus on what’s in front of them, one play, quarter, half, and game at a time, rather than looking ahead or setting benchmarks. For […]

The New York Knicks are heading into a do-or-die Game 6 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, facing elimination on the road against the Indiana Pacers. After a commanding 111-94 win in Game 5, New York’s season remains alive, thanks largely to the leadership of Jalen Brunson. Brunson took control from the start, scoring 32 […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic recently made an appearance on the Mind the Game podcast. The complete episode will go live on Sunday, but Mind the Game released a segment from the podcast on Saturday, via X, formerly Twitter. In the video, Doncic discussed his passion for the game of basketball with NBA Hall […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers enter this offseason at a crossroads, frustrated by another early playoff exit, yet far from lost. Their second-round loss to the Indiana Pacers has intensified trade speculation surrounding Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen, but despite the noise, the most prudent path forward for the Cavs may be one of patience, not panic. […]

While Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry isn’t sure what he’ll be doing in his post-basketball life, one thing he knows for sure is that he won’t be following the likes of Draymond Green and starting a podcast. Don’t expect to see the Stephen Curry Show anytime soon. While Green was reliving Klay Thompson and […]

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving responded to a fan on social media this week after learning that the supporter brought his Mavericks jersey to the summit of Mount Everest. The fan reached out to Irving on X, formerly known as Twitter, with a message that read: “ky, can you read my news? A loyal fan. […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for a pivotal offseason, one of the most intriguing developments is happening away from the hardwood. Luka Doncic is set to appear alongside LeBron James and Steve Nash on the Mind the Game podcast—a move that could signal a deeper commitment to growth and accountability. The Mind the Game […]

The Indiana Pacers have released their latest injury report ahead of a critical Game 6 matchup against the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. Holding a 3-2 series lead, Indiana will have a chance to close out the series Saturday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off will be at 8:00 p.m. EDT on TNT. […]

Dallas Mavericks forward PJ Washington has been mentioned as a potential trade candidate this offseason. Dallas is expected to select Cooper Flagg first overall after winning the NBA Draft Lottery. Flagg and Washington play similar positions, and the Mavs need extra guard help amid Kyrie Irving’s injury, so the idea of a Washington trade has […]

Pat McAfee had a few choice words for John Mellencamp, who seemingly called the former NFL star out for his behavior during the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers’ Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals. On Tuesday, May 27, the Knicks were guests at the Pacers’ Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indiana, but they didn’t get […]

The New York Knicks are on the brink of elimination in the NBA’s Eastern Conference Playoffs, but after winning Game 5 and notching their series at 3-2, they still have a chance to bring The Big Apple their first Finals berth since 1999. Jalen Brunson will have the weight of an entire city on his […]

This offseason, major changes appear to be afoot for the Boston Celtics this offseason. Facing a slew of potential financial troubles brought forth by the second tax apron, the Celtics front office may have to trim player payroll, especially with Jayson Tatum’s injury making it very unlikely for the team to compete for a title […]

At 33 years old, Harrison Barnes is ancient compared to most of the youth who make up the San Antonio Spurs’ core. “Me and Chris, we’re like the same age,” Barnes joked on the last day of the season in mentioning Chris Paul, who has since turned 40. That Barnes is viewed on the future […]

Klay Thompson’s dog, Rocco, recently passed away at 13 years old. NBA fans are aware of how close the two were. In fact, Rocco became almost as famous as Thompson was during his time with the Golden State Warriors. On Friday, Thompson, who is now with the Dallas Mavericks, took to Instagram to pay tribute […]

Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks have struggled to keep up with the Indiana Pacers for most of the Eastern Conference Finals series. But one major stat featuring Brunson made the difference in the Knicks’ Game 5 win over the Pacers. Indiana has been taking on Brunson in a lot of their attacks on […]

The New Orleans Pelicans shook up their front office this year when they fired David Griffin and hired Joe Dumars as the new president of basketball operations. With the offseason approaching and the NBA Draft less than one month away, questions continue to surround the Pelicans in terms of what direction they will take this […]

Charles Barkley had a long, successful career in the NBA before retiring in 2000. The former MVP and Hall of Famer began his second career as an NBA analyst with TNT the next season. He has been working alongside Shaquille O’Neal, Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson ever since. With the Inside the NBA crew heading […]

If the Oklahoma City Thunder win the 2025 NBA championship, the history books will remember them as a juggernaut that punished opponents on both ends of the floor. Their depth and camaraderie will command national attention, and analysts will dub their organizational approach as the blueprint that all other small-market franchises should follow. That would […]

Before the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 4-1 to reach the NBA Finals, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins crowned Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the franchise’s best player ever. Perkins doubled down on that take. After watching Gilgeous-Alexander lead the Thunder in Game 5 at the Paycom Center, Perkins says this year’s Oklahoma City team is a deeper […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are at a crossroads as a team. They have had the same core since 2022, and while their regular-season record improved every year, they never made it to the Eastern Conference Finals, flaming out in the first or second rounds. No one on the team is getting any younger. If it’s time […]

Scottie Scheffler is the best golfer on the planet. That is essentially undeniable at this point. He is known for his robotic antics on and off the course. However, following Friday’s second round of the Memorial Tournament, Scheffler was a bit more jovial than usual. The World No. 1 carded his second straight 2-under 70 […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are heading to the NBA Finals after having one of the best teams in the league this year. Throughout the season, the Thunder showed that they were dominant on both sides of the ball, and their net rating was the best in the league. Also, they had Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on the […]

There are now less than four weeks until the 2025 NBA Draft. Between now and then, there is going to be a lot of talk about which teams around the NBA will explore the possibility of making trades up and down the draft board. Multiple rumors also will include various trade scenarios involving All-Star-level talents […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are left licking their wounds after getting crushed by the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of their Western Conference Finals series on Wednesday night. For the second consecutive season, the Wolves made a run to the conference finals, but weren’t able to make it a long series when they got there. […]

The New York Knicks lived to see another day on Thursday in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers, winning Game 5 by a score of 111-94. Tom Thibodeau’s squad was led by franchise star Jalen Brunson, who erupted for 32 points in the must-win contest. Following the victory, analyst Jason McIntyre appeared on […]

After the Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the NBA Finals on the same day as Klay Thompson’s epic performance in Game 6 of the 2016 Western Conference Finals, Golden State Warriors veteran Draymond Green reminisced over it. Green enjoys bringing up Thompson from time to time on his podcast. Trailing the Thunder 3-2, the Warriors […]

The NBA 20K points club is filled with Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame players. Joining the club requires maintaining a high scoring production for a good amount of period, which isn’t easy to do in a competitive league like the NBA. While the majority of the players who’ve scored 20,000 career points are mostly superstars […]

There’s a certain energy that fills the room when players truly believe in what they are building, and that energy was everywhere Thursday morning as the Minnesota Timberwolves talked about their future. The season was over, but the optimism was just beginning. This team faced doubt all season—and showed it can overcome the obstacles. “Nobody’s […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves crashed out of the second consecutive Western Conference Finals in a humiliating fashion at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, this time, they had a slimmer chance of progressing against the Thunder than they did against the Mavericks last year. At the end of the day, the Timberwolves were simply […]

Prior to the NBA Draft, basketball fans usually have an idea on which prospects would transform into NBA stars. Especially with analysis, mixed tapes, and experts freely expressing their predictions, determining a player’s ceiling has been more advanced than ever. However, while scouting reports and social media can still affect a player’s trajectory, some find […]

When Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton posted 32 points, 15 assists, 12 rebounds, four steals and zero turnovers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, many analysts, fans and former players heralded him as a superstar. He did not embody that label in a 111-94 Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks, […]

With the New York Knicks looking to force a Game 7 against the Indiana Pacers, the team would have a solid outing in Game 5 as they had a 3-1 series deficit coming into it. After some momentum for the Knicks after winning Game 5, ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith would speak on “First Take” […]

New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson has been named the defendant in a lawsuit filed against him in Los Angeles on Thursday. This lawsuit, which was submitted to Los Angeles Superior Court, alleges that Williamson raped, kidnapped, and terrorized the plaintiff, who is one of his exes, on multiple occasions throughout their yearslong relationship, […]

As one of the greatest coaches in college basketball history, St. John’s Rick Pitino has seen it all. While not typically a fan of how NBA teams defend, Pitino offered one of his greatest compliments to the Oklahoma City Thunder. One day after the Thunder clinched the NBA Finals with a Game 5 win over […]

The Houston Rockets are exploring multiple trade scenarios involving the No. 10 overall pick in the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft, according to Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports. The front office is reportedly weighing options that include moving up in the draft, dealing the pick for a proven star, or trading back in exchange for future […]

After Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves’ season ended in the Western Conference Finals for the second year in a row, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst is suggesting a trade for Phoenix Suns All-Star Kevin Durant. The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Timberwolves 4-1, eliminating Minnesota in a 124-94 loss in Game 5. After winning 68 regular-season […]