Inside the secret NBA lottery room ahead of the 2026 draft
Before one of the most anticipated drafts in recent memory, here's everything that transpired as the ping-pong balls were selected.
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How the Thunder became the NBA’s newest villains
The Lakers are the latest team to cry foul over the way Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder are officiated.
The uncomfortable lesson for the Lakers down 3-0
For generations, the Lakers have been guided by a single strategy: get and keep stars. OKC's dominance is showing how antiquated that strategy truly is.
Edwards guides Timberwolves past Spurs to tie series after Wembanyama’s ejection
Anthony Edwards had 16 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter to help the Minnesota Timberwolves even their second-round NBA playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs with a 114-109 victory following the stunning ejection of star Victor Wembanyama early in the second quarter of Game 4 on Sunday.
Embiid feeling 'confident' about knee, health going forward
Joel Embiid, who was limited to just 38 games this season, said he's as "confident as I've ever been" with his health and that he's not thinking about his injured knee anymore.
Wembanyama ejected from Game 4 for elbowing Reid
Victor Wembanyama experienced his first career ejection Sunday in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals, when officials whistled the Spurs star for a flagrant foul 2 after he elbowed Timberwolves forward Naz Reid in the jaw.
Pacers were hoping for a top-4 pick. They wound up with nothing in the draft lottery
The Indiana Pacers were hoping for a top-four selection in the NBA draft. They missed getting there by one spot.
Knicks complete sweep of 76ers in Game 4 rout, advance to Eastern Conference finals
The New York Knicks completed the sweep in dominant fashion, taking down the Philadelphia 76ers 144-114 and advancing to the Eastern Conference finals Sunday afternoon.
Wizards win No. 1 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards have won the NBA Draft Lottery and the right to select No. 1 overall. The Utah Jazz will pick second and the Memphis Grizzlies will pick third.
Knicks’ Anunoby out for Game 4 vs. 76ers with hamstring strain, remains day to day
OG Anunoby was ruled out again for Game 4 on Sunday with a strained right hamstring, and the New York Knicks forward remained day to day in the second-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Mitchell is Thunder’s latest emergent star after his best career playoff game vs Lakers
Everybody knows the Oklahoma City Thunder’s depth is the envy of the league and the backbone of their aspirations for a second straight NBA championship.
Thunder charge past Lakers in Game 3 for another blowout in the champs’ 7-0 playoff run
Ajay Mitchell had career playoff highs of 24 points and 10 assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder extended their unbeaten playoff run to the brink of another Western Conference finals with a 131-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of the second round on Saturday night.
Kerr agrees to 2-year deal to remain with Warriors
Steve Kerr has agreed to a two-year contract to return as head coach of the Golden State Warriors, Dan Eveloff and Rick Smith of Priority Sports told ESPN on Saturday.
Harden’s strong fourth quarter lifts Cavaliers over Pistons in Game 3
James Harden hit three clutch shots in the final two minutes, Donovan Mitchell scored 35 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Detroit 116-109 on Saturday to cut the Pistons’ lead to 2-1 in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Brewers place Lockridge on injured list, recall Perkins
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Brandon Lockridge was placed on the injured list Saturday a day after crashing into the side wall while chasing a foul ball.
The NBA's draft lottery is Sunday, and tankers may prosper. Here's what to know
Washington will emerge with a top-five pick. Brooklyn and Utah may receive a great prize after putting together arguably the least-competitive seasons in their histories. Oklahoma City could win the whole thing without even trying.
A look at each team in the NBA draft lottery - and how it's gone for them in the past
The NBA draft lottery is Sunday, with Washington, Indiana and Brooklyn having the best odds of winning the No. 1 pick.
Wembanyama gives Spurs another gem in win over T-wolves to stake 2-1 series lead
Victor Wembanyama delivered another masterpiece with 39 points, 15 rebounds and more game-wrecking defense for the San Antonio Spurs, who took a 2-1 lead in the second-round NBA playoff series with a 115-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night.
Embiid’s return not enough as Sixers pushed to brink of elimination
The Philadelphia 76ers got back Joel Embiid Friday night -- but it didn't prevent them from moving to within one game of elimination in their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the New York Knicks.
Johnston has go-ahead hit in 11th as Rockies beat Phillies
Colorado pinch-hitter Troy Johnston doubled home automatic runner Willi Castro in the 11th inning, and Jake McCarthy plated Johnston with a single, boosting the Rockies to a 9-7 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night.
Brunson helps Knicks take 3-0 lead over 76ers with Game 3 win
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points and sealed the game with big buckets late to the delight of roaring Knicks fans, leading New York to a 109-94 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night for a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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