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Watch the Final 6-mins of Game 2 of the 2026 NBA FInals

June 7, 2026

The Knicks defeated the Spurs, 105-104 tonight in San Antonio. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 21 points along with 13 rebounds and 4 assists, while Mikal Bridges also added 20 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with a team-high 29 points, 4 blocks and 9 rebounds, while De’Aaron Fox also added 20 points, 5 assists and 3 rebounds. The Knicks lead the series 2-0

Alex Eala Defeats Rebeka Masarova to Reach Birmingham Open Final

June 7, 2026

Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala secured a spot in her first final of the season after surviving a grueling, rain-delayed semifinal clash against Switzerland’s Rebeka Masarova at the Birmingham Open.

The top-seeded Eala demonstrated immense composure on the grass courts of the Edgbaston Priory Club, ultimately defeating the resilient Swiss qualifier in a three-set thriller, 6-2, 4-6, 6-3.

Eala standardly dominated the opening set, coasting to a quick 6-2 lead. However, world No. 132 Masarova found her rhythm in the second set, matching Eala’s intensity and breaking the Filipina to force a deciding third set.

The final set turned into a true test of endurance, punctuated by two separate weather disruptions. Eala was leading 5-2 in the decider when a heavy downpour halted play for over an hour. When the players returned to Centre Court, Masarova managed to hold her serve to extend the match. Undeterred, the 21-year-old Filipina held her nerve, closing out the match with decisive forehand winners to seal the victory.

Game highlights;

With this hard-fought triumph, Eala advances to the second WTA 125 final of her career, where she will face her former doubles partner, Nikola Bartunkova of the Czech Republic. The 2026 Birmingham Open Finals will be this June 7th.

Liberty Stifle Fever in Final Frame to Secure 83-75 Home Win (83-75)

June 7, 2026

The New York Liberty secured a hard-fought 83-75 victory over the Indiana Fever at the Barclays Center, shaking up the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup standings.

The Fever ignited early with high-tempo offense, snapping up a 25-21 first-quarter lead behind dominant paint play from Aliyah Boston—who climbed to third on Indiana’s all-time rebounding list—and a season-high 15 points and 8 rebounds from Monique Billings. Kelsey Mitchell paced the offense with 21 points with 7 rebounds, while Caitlin Clark battled through defensive pressure to keep Indiana ahead through the third quarter, with her 10 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists.

However, the fourth quarter belonged to New York. The Liberty’s veteran poise wore down Indiana’s defense, capitalizing heavily on execution and drawing fouls to sink a decisive 33 free throws down the stretch. Breanna Stewart scored 30 points and 8 rebounds, and lead the Liberty with her steady multi-position impact and Jonquel Jones anchors inside with her 12 rebounds and 1 block, New York’s aggressive final frame overwhelmed the Fever, locking down a gritty home win.

Game highlights;

The Liberty win at home as they defeat the Fever, 83-75, for their fourth straight win!

Breanna Stewart: 30 PTS | 8 REB | 4 STL | 2 AST
Satou Sabally: 13 PTS | 5 REB
Pauline Astier: 12 PTS | 3 REB | 3 AST

Indiana Fever will travel to Washington for a rematch with the Mystics, while New York Liberty will go to Connecticut for another game against the Sun, both games will this Monday evening.

ICYMI: Towns, Knicks put Spurs on ropes, lead 2-0 in NBA Finals  

June 7, 2026

Vincent Goodwill, reporting for ESPN;

Karl-Anthony Towns has been where Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs are now: a talented bunch that is trying to get over the hump but keeps making errors to land in impossible situations.

Towns’ experience, forged through some recent playoff failures, seems to be driving the bus for the New York Knicks, who held off a late surge by the Spurs on Friday night for a 105-104 win in Game 2 at Frost Bank Center and a 2-0 series lead in the NBA Finals.

That was a costly turnover by Wemby after a Jalen Brunson miss and a “potential game winning play” for the Spurs.

Going back to MSG with a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals, the atmosphere will be bonkers and ticket prices will surely cost a kidney and a liver.

Eala Sweeps Past Sawangkaew to Secure Birmingham Open Semifinal Spot

June 5, 2026

Top-seeded Filipina tennis star Alex Eala put on a dominant performance at the 2026 Birmingham Open, sweeping past Thailand’s Mananchaya Sawangkaew in straight sets, 6-3, 6-2, to secure her spot in the tournament’s final four.

The world No. 37 controlled the pace of the quarterfinal match from the outset. Eala took the opening set in 48 minutes, showcasing sharp baseline play and converting critical breakpoints. She carried that momentum cleanly into the second set, breaking Sawangkaew to take a commanding 4-2 lead before closing out the match. The victory allowed Eala to avenge a previous career loss to the Thai player and level their head-to-head record at 1-1.

With this commanding win, Eala advances to the semifinals of the WTA 125 event. Up next, she will face Switzerland’s Rebeka Masarova as she continues her strong push for the grass-court title.

Source: Olympics

Kelsey Mitchell’s 25 Points Leads Fever to 83-71 Win to start WNBA Commissioner’s Cup Defense

June 5, 2026

The Indiana Fever opened their Commissioner’s Cup defense with a commanding 83-71 victory over the Atlanta Dream, powered by an elite display from their big three.

Kelsey Mitchell stole the spotlight, exploding for 25 points on efficient 11-of-15 shooting. Her personal 11-point flurry in the third quarter effectively broke the game open, while she also surpassed 5,000 career points. Aliyah Boston anchored the interior with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 blocks, while Caitlin Clark orchestrated the offense beautifully, flirting with a triple-double by tallying 17 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists.

In contrast, Indiana’s defense neutralized Atlanta’s perimeter stars. Allisha Gray struggled heavily, shooting just 5-of-18 for 13 points, while Rhyne Howard was limited to just 8 points on 2-of-9 shooting. Jordin Canada and Naz Hillmon chipped in 13 and 12 points, respectively, while Angel Reese logged a double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 blocks. However, Atlanta’s 34.3% team shooting couldn’t match the Fever’s firepower, as Indiana shot 44% from the field and 44% from beyond the arc.

Game highlights;

Indiana Fever will face New York Liberty, while Atlanta will host Washington Mystics, both games will be this Saturday.

Watch the Final 4:53 of Game 1 of the 2026 NBA FInals

June 4, 2026

Missed the Game? Me too but here’s the final 4:53 of Game 1, which was an absolute masterclass in clutch basketball, showing why these two superstars dominated the floor.

Victor Wembanyama anchored the interior, erasing shots at the rim and hitting a massive bucket to put San Antonio ahead 95-94.

But Jalen Brunson completely hijacked the final minutes. Scoring or assisting on nearly every possession down the stretch, Brunson keyed a stunning 9-0 run, icing the game with tough, contested buckets to seal a thrilling 105-95 victory.

Knicks Steal Game 1 Behind Brunson’s 30 Points (105 – 95)

June 4, 2026

The New York Knicks stole game 1 of the NBA Finals, Jalen Brunson lead the team with 30 points, that includes a three pointer of a Mikal Bridges assist with less than 2-mins in the game and gave the Knicks back the lead and stopped the Spurs’ 9 straight points. The win will also be the Knicks 12th straight win in the Post Season stretching back in the 1st Round against the Hawks.

Karl-Anthony Towns the second leading scorer for the Knicks with 18 points and 12 rebounds but was in foul trouble late in the game. OG Anunoby added 17 points with his 2 crucial free throw in the last 30-secs to give NY an 8-point cushion against the San Antonio. Jost Hart may not have a great offesive game but was big on the defensive side, including the a steal of Wembanyama that resulted to a Brunson jumper that gave them the a 6-point lead (101 – 95).

The Spurs had their chance to wrap the game up but a number of turnover that resulted to a Knick point lost them the game. Victor Wembanyama lead the Spurs with 26 points, 12 rebs and 3 blocks but he also committed 6 turnover. Stephon Castle had 17 points and 8 rebounds, while rookie Dylan Harper, who is playing like a seasoned veteran added 16 points and 8 rebounds.

Game highlights;

Spurs will look to regroup in Game 2 this Friday night.

How the Spurs Win the 2026 NBA Finals?

June 3, 2026

If you are riding with the Silver and Black, you have plenty of evidence to back up a championship run. While the Knicks are deep, the Spurs are actually entering the Finals as the odds-on betting favorites for some very distinct, terrifying reasons if you’re a New York fan.

Here is the analytical blueprint for how the San Antonio Spurs win the 2026 NBA Finals:

1. The Victor Wembanyama Cheat Code
Any championship argument for San Antonio starts and ends with Wemby. At just 22 years old, he is already the most disruptive defensive force in the NBA, fresh off locking down the Western Conference Finals MVP against OKC.

While the Knicks have Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson to throw at him, Wembanyama fundamentally alters how teams have to play. He completely shuts down the paint, meaning Jalen Brunson and New York’s driving guards will face an uphill battle finishing at the rim. If Wembanyama can pull Towns away on defense and dominate the rim on the other end, the Knicks’ offense could stagnate heavily.

2. Elite Backcourt Clutches: The De’Aaron Fox Effect
The mid-season acquisition of De’Aaron Fox completely changed the trajectory of this franchise. In past years, teams could blitz and throw junk defenses at Wemby because the Spurs lacked a premier, dynamic engine at point guard.

Now, with Fox operating in tandem with Devin Vassell and a highly impactful rookie campaign from Dylan Harper, the Spurs boast a closing lineup that is impossible to guard. Fox is one of the premier clutch bucket-getters in the league. When games slow down in the 4th quarter of the Finals, San Antonio has an elite perimeter creator who can punish New York’s drop coverage.

3. Momentum and Battle-Tested Poise
While New York sitting at home resting for over a week sounds nice on paper, it can also breed rust. The Spurs are coming off a grueling, emotional high after winning a spectacular Game 7 on the road against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder.

They are in an absolute rhythm right now. The pressure of a Game 7 on the road has already tested their young core (like Stephon Castle and Julian Champagnie) and forged them in fire. If San Antonio strikes early and steals Game 1 at home while New York is still trying to find its game legs, the Spurs instantly take control of the series’ psychological narrative.

4. Home Court Advantage
Don’t underestimate the Frost Bank Center. Because the Spurs secured the better regular-season record, the series begins in San Antonio and returns there for a potential Game 5 and Game 7. Winning in front of that Texas crowd is an incredibly tall order, especially if the series goes the distance.

Prediction: Spurs in 7
If San Antonio pulls this off, it’s because Wembanyama plays like an alien superpower, De’Aaron Fox out-clutches New York down the stretch, and the Spurs use home-court advantage to outlast the Knicks in a grueling 7-game war.

If this happens, Victor Wembanyama takes home the Finals MVP, officially kicking off his era of NBA dominance.

Serena Williams making a comeback to professional tennis

June 3, 2026

In a stunning announcement that has electrified the sports world, tennis icon Serena Williams has revealed she is returning to professional competition. Widely regarded as the “Greatest Of All Time”, Williams brings an unparalleled legacy back to the court.

Her historic resume includes a staggering 23 Grand Slam singles titles—the most in the Open Era—alongside 14 major doubles titles and four Olympic gold medals. Having spent 319 weeks (third-most of all time), ranked as the world No. 1, her fierce competitiveness and dominant powerful serve have defined generations of tennis. Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the next chapter of this legendary career.

Six factors why the Knick will be the 2026 NBA Champions in 6 Games

June 3, 2026

If I have to plant a flag and make a definitive prediction on this matchup, I am going with the New York Knicks in 6 games.

Here is why the Knicks have the edge to bring the Larry O’Brien trophy back to Madison Square Garden for the first time in 53 years:

1. The Rest and Freshness Factor
The Knicks are coming into the Finals with a massive rest advantage. They absolutely dismantled the Cleveland Cavaliers in a 4-0 sweep, meaning they will have had over a full week to rest, heal up, and game-plan.

On the flip side, the Spurs had to endure an absolute war against the Thunder. Surviving a grueling, emotionally draining 7-game series—especially winning Game 7 on the road—takes a massive physical toll. By Game 5 or 6, that fatigue could easily start showing for San Antonio.

2. Team Chemistry and Perimeter Dominance
The Knicks’ “Villanova-core” roster construction is built precisely for this moment. Jalen Brunson is playing at an otherworldly level, and having elite, versatile wing defenders like Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby gives New York the ultimate tools to disrupt San Antonio’s perimeter creators like De’Aaron Fox and Devin Vassell. New York turns over teams, controls the pace, and rarely makes mistakes.

3. The Wembanyama Conundrum
Make no mistake: Victor Wembanyama is the ultimate X-factor. He can completely take over a game defensively and change shots at the rim like nobody else in basketball history.

However, the Knicks have the frontcourt depth to throw multiple looks at him. Karl-Anthony Towns can pull Wemby out of the paint on the defensive end with his outside shooting, opening up driving lanes for Brunson. Meanwhile, Mitchell Robinson provides the physical, bruising size inside to make Wembanyama work for every single inch on the block.

Prediction: Knicks in 6
Expect the Spurs to ride the high of their Western Conference emotional peak and split the first two games in San Antonio. But once the series shifts to New York, the Knicks’ defense, depth, and home-court energy at MSG will pull them ahead, ultimately closing it out in Game 6 on the floor of the Garden.

No Longer a Sneaker Free Agent, Curry Signs Blockbuster 10-Year Deal with Li-Ning

June 2, 2026
No Longer a Sneaker Free Agent, Curry Signs Blockbuster 10-Year Deal with Li-Ning

After splitting with Under Armour late last year, Steph Curry/Curry Brand announced a long-term partnership with Chinese sportswear company Li-Ning.

The deal is the your typical brand-player endorsement, it grants Curry full corporate autonomy to scale his brand globally. The collaborative venture will expand heavily into basketball performance footwear, athleisure, and a dedicated golf apparel line. More importantly, Curry secures the unprecedented authority to recruit and sign both male and female athletes directly under the Curry Brand.

The strategy includes aggressive physical retail expansion, with dedicated Curry Brand stores slated to open across both the United States and China. By combining Curry’s generational cultural influence with Li-Ning’s massive manufacturing infrastructure—which boasts over 7,600 locations across Asia—this powerhouse alliance is uniquely positioned to disrupt the North American sports market and rewrite the modern athlete brand playbook.

Financial details of the deal was not disclose and ESPN reports that the “deal is for 10 years.”

Steph Curry and the Curry Brand announced the partnership on their official social media accounts;

Here are the 2026 NBA Finals Schedule in the Philippines

June 1, 2026

After a grueling seven-game series in the West, the stage is set. We officially have the two teams left standing to battle for the 2026 NBA Championship: the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks.

This matchup marks a historic, highly anticipated rematch of the iconic 1999 NBA Finals. Victor Wembanyama and the surging Spurs are chasing their first ring since 2014, while Jalen Brunson looks to lead the Knicks to break a legendary title drought dating back to 1973.

You can find the official schedule for the 2026 NBA Finals here, but if you are in the Philippines, it be live on Prime Video PH with the following schedule.

All games are scheduled for 8:30 AM Ph time

Game Date Away Team Home Team
Game 1 Thursday, June 4 New York Knicks San Antonio Spurs
Game 2 Saturday, June 6 New York Knicks San Antonio Spurs
Game 3 Tuesday, June 9 San Antonio Spurs New York Knicks
Game 4 Thursday, June 11 San Antonio Spurs New York Knicks
Game 5* Sunday, June 14 New York Knicks San Antonio Spurs
Game 6* Wednesday, June 17 San Antonio Spurs New York Knicks
Game 7* Saturday, June 20 New York Knicks San Antonio Spurs

*If necessary

Expansion Fire beat the Fever 100-84, limiting Caitlin Clark to 6 points  

May 31, 2026

By ANNE M. PETERSON – AP Sports Writer, published on WNBA.com;

Megan Gustafson had 22 points and the Portland Fire held Indiana’s Caitlin Clark to six points in a 100-84 victory over the Fever on Saturday night.

Carla Leite had 18 points and 12 assists, while Emily Engstler had 16 points and 10 rebounds, the first double-doubles for the expansion Fire. Portland has won four of its last five games.

Aliyah Boston led the Fever with 18 points and seven rebounds. Clark played for 22 minutes, going 1 for 7 from the field with two rebounds, six assists. She got into foul trouble, collecting her fourth in the third quarter, and finished with five.

That’s one bad game from Caitlin Clark, she never found her rhythm and was in foul trouble the whole time.

Indiana Fever will head back home to host Atlanta Dream on Thursday night, while Portland Fire will go to Golden State, who are on a two game winning streak, this Tuesday night.

Victor Wembanyama is the Western Conference Finals MVP

May 31, 2026

Victor Wembanyama WCF Averages: 27.3 PPG | 10.9 RPG | 2.7 BPG | 48.1% FG% | 40% 3P%

Victor Wembanyama (22y, 146d) becomes the youngest player since the 1957 Playoffs to lead their team in scoring on their road to the Finals. He joins LeBron James (22y, 154d) and Kobe Bryant (22y, 277d) as the only players to lead their team in scoring on their road to the Finals age 22 years old or younger since the 1957 Playoffs.

Spurs dethrone Thunder in Game 7 to make NBA Finals  

May 31, 2026

ESPN News Services;

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs started the Western Conference finals with a win in Oklahoma City, then ended the series the same way.

The defending champions are dethroned. Wembanyama and the Spurs are headed to the NBA Finals.

Wembanyama scored 22 points, Julian Champagnie scored 18 of his 20 from beyond the arc, and the Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 on Saturday night — bucking heavy odds to win a Game 7 on the road.

The Spurs will face the waiting NY Knicks in the NBA Finals. Spurs will host game 1 and game 2 of the NBA Finals starting this June 3rd.

The Spurs defeated the Thunder, 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals and advanced to the NBA Finals

The Spurs will face the New York Knicks and Game 1 of the NBA Finals will be taking place in San Antonio on Wednesday, June 3rd at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.

Burton, Williams lead the way as Valkyries hold off Clark, Fever in 90-88 win  

May 30, 2026

By AP on ESPN;

Veronica Burton had 25 points, six rebounds and a career-best five blocked shots, Gabby Williams added 19 points, six rebounds and six assists, and the Golden State Valkyries beat Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever 90-88 on Thursday night.

Clark’s 3-pointer with 3:55 to play pulled Indiana to 81-80 and Aliyah Boston put the Fever ahead with a jumper the next time down. But Clark turned the ball over with 1:32 left and her team trailing by three then again with 1:06 to go before missing a 3 with 40 seconds remaining.

Indiana had another chance with 24.8 seconds left and Sophie Cunningham scored on an uncontested layup. Williams missed the first of two free throws on the other end. Boston missed a turnaround jumper as the final buzzer sounded — sending the celebratory sellout home crowd into a frenzy.

As bad as Caitlin was in this game, the Fever are still in this game thanks to Indiana’s bench lead by Sophie Cunningham with 11 points and Raven Johnson, who scored a career high of 16 points.

Game highlights;

The Golden State Valkyries pull away at the end to defeat the Indiana Fever 90-88 🙌

Veronica Burton: 25 PTS | 6 REB | 5 BLKS (career-high) | 3 AST
Janelle Salaün: 19 PTS | 7 REB | 3 AST | 3 3PM
Gabby Williams: 19 PTS | 6 REB | 6 AST | 3 STL

Indiana Fever will travel to Portland for its second road game, while the Golden State Valkyries host the Las Vegas Aces for the second game of their three-game homestand.

ICYMI: Wembanyama, Spurs send the West finals back to Oklahoma City for Game 7, routing the Thunder 118-91  

May 30, 2026

By RAUL DOMINGUEZ – Associated Press via nba.com’

Victor Wembanyama had 28 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks and the San Antonio Spurs sent the Western Conference finals back to Oklahoma City for Game 7, routing the Thunder 118-91 on Thursday night.

Game 7 is Saturday night in Oklahoma City, with the winner hosting the New York Knicks on Wednesday night to open the NBA Finals.

Aside from the Game 1 classic,, the series has been a blowout, and I’m hoping Game 7 will be nearly as exciting as Game 1.

Wemby highlights for Game 6;

Victor Wembanyama is the 1st player in Spurs franchise history to have 25+ PTS, 10+ REB, multiple steals and multiple blocks when facing elimination.

Thunder clap back into command of West Finals with Game 5 win  

May 27, 2026

Jeff Zillgitt, reporting for NBA.COM;

The Oklahoma City Thunder didn’t reach 69 points in Game 4 until 5:04 remained in the game.

They matched that total by halftime of Game 5 as the Thunder constructed their best offensive game of the Western Conference Finals and defeated the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 Tuesday for a 3-2 series lead.

Two-time Kia MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander overcame a turnover-plagued start and scored at least 30 points for the second time in the series; the Thunder’s two 7-footers, Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein produced offensively and limited Victor Wembanyama’s dominance in the paint; and Thunder coach Mark Daigneault’s change to the lineup paid dividends for the starters and the bench.

Playing with the force that Daigneault said was missing in their Game 4 loss, the defending champions are one victory from a return trip to the NBA Finals.

This series has become a classic where neither team does not want to give up and neither coach does run out of adjustment to make. It’ll be interesting what adjustment will the Spurs make in game 6, to extend this to a winner take all game 7.

Jalen Brunson named Eastern Conference Finals MVP

May 26, 2026

ECF MVP Jalen Brunson stats:
4 GP | 25.5 PPG | 7.8 APG | 3.3 REB | 47.8 FG%

Here’s Jalen receiving the ECF MVP Trophy.

New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland 130-93 to finish sweep  

May 26, 2026

ESPN;

Karl Anthony-Towns had 19 points and 14 rebounds, OG Anunoby scored 17 and the New York Knicks routed the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 Monday night to complete a four-game sweep of the Eastern Conference finals and advance to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.

Landry Shamet scored 16 off the bench while Mikal Bridges and Jalen Brunson had 15 apiece for the Knicks, who became the fourth team to have an 11-game winning streak during their postseason run. The last to do it was Golden State, which had a 15-game run en route to its second title in three seasons in 2017.

The Knicks took the wind out of the Cavs’ sails with that Game 1 comeback and completely demoralized them for the rest of the series!

NY Knicks will take on the winner of Thunder/Spurs.

Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals tips off Wednesday, June 3rd.

Azzi Fudd Explodes for 24 as Wings Fly Past Liberty (91-76)

May 25, 2026

The Dallas Wings secured a commanding 91-76 road victory over the New York Liberty at Barclays Center, powered by a spectacular breakout performance from rookie Azzi Fudd. The 2026 No. 1 overall pick put the league on notice, exploding for a career-high 24 points.

Fudd utterly dominated the third quarter, scoring 17 points in that period alone to tie the second-most points by a rookie in WNBA history. She caught fire from deep, draining a franchise rookie-record six three-pointers. Fudd also showcased her defensive versatility, locking down Sabrina Ionescu and adding three steals and two blocks to anchor the Wings’ statement win.

Watch the spectacular dynamic plays from the rookie duo in this Wings vs. Liberty Game Highlights Video (below), which showcases the thrilling third-quarter scoring burst and defensive stops that sealed the victory.

Dallas will be hosting Las Vegas on Thursday, while New York will host Portland in the second game of a back-to-back on Monday night.

Victor Wembanyama Erupts for 33 as Spurs Dismantle the Thunder in Game 4, Evens Series at 2-2

May 25, 2026

Fresh off his first career All-NBA First Team nod, Victor Wembanyama sent a clear, unmissable message to the Oklahoma City Thunder: the San Antonio Spurs aren’t going anywhere.

In a pivotal Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals at the Frost Bank Center on Sunday night, the 22-year-old phenom was simply unstoppable. Wembanyama orchestrated a 33-point masterpiece, grabbing 8 rebounds, dishing 5 assists, and swatting 3 shots to lead the Spurs in a thorough 103-82 dismantlement of the Thunder, knotting the series at 2-2.

San Antonio took control early, leading wire-to-wire and winning every single quarter. Wembanyama imposed his will on both ends of the floor for over 31 minutes, shooting 50% from the field and 42.9% from deep. He even punctuated the first half with a breathtaking logo three-pointer at the buzzer, blowing the roof off the arena.

Oklahoma City had absolutely no answers. With Jalen Williams sidelined by injury, the Thunder’s lethal offense completely sputtered against San Antonio’s defensive adjustments. Locked in on every possession, the Spurs’ defense racked up 11 steals and 10 blocks, forcing 17 costly turnovers and holding OKC to its lowest scoring total of the entire season on a dismal 33% shooting from the floor.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was choked out for a quiet 19 points on 6-of-15 shooting, finishing with a brutal minus-18 rating, while Chet Holmgren was held to just 10 points. The Thunder’s biggest lead all night was a lone point, while San Antonio pushed their advantage to as many as 25.

Meanwhile, Spurs rookie Stephon Castle provided crucial defensive energy alongside 13 points and 6 assists, while Dylan Harper flashed brilliance with 7 points with 5 rebounds, and veteran guard De’Aaron Fox steadied the ship with a 12-point, 10-rebound double-double.

More Wembanyama highlights;

The series now heads back to Paycom Center for a massive Game 5 in Oklahoma City on Wednesday night.

Knicks overwhelm Cavaliers again to take 3-0 series lead  

May 24, 2026

Vincent Goodwill, reporting for ESPN;

The New York Knicks seem to follow a similar script on this suddenly smooth road to the NBA Finals — adjusting in second halves, pulling away for easy wins.

It’s a mark of a team peaking at the right time, finding new life with every opponent mishap and discovering it has the answer to every question posed. The latest evidence was the Knicks’ 121-108 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday, which pushed them to within one game of their first NBA Finals since 1999.

The Knicks will look to complete the sweep and punch their ticket to the NBA Finals on Monday night in Cleveland.

Watch the game highlights and more;

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ICYMI: Recap: Thunder dominate to secure 2-1 lead in Western Conference Finals  

May 23, 2026

NBA;

Oklahoma City secured a 2-1 lead in the West Finals behind SGA (26 pts, 12 ast) and playoff career-highs from Jaylin Williams (18 pts, 5 3PM) and Jared McCain (24 pts). With their 76-23 advantage in bench scoring in Game 3, the Thunder’s second unit now holds a +119 scoring differential over San Antonio through three contests. OKC’s bench is putting up historic numbers.

This is OKC reminding everyone why they’re the defending champs!

Game 4 in San Antonio is a must win for the Spurs or else, the series will be over by game 5 when it shifts back to OKC.

Fever Heat Up: Clark and Boston Dominate Third Quarter to Halt Surging Valkyries, 90-82

May 23, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS — There is a distinct, rhythmic roar that echoes through Gainbridge Fieldhouse when the Indiana Fever find their transition groove, and the Golden State Valkyries found themselves squarely on the wrong end of it.

Behind a masterful balancing act from their cornerstone tandem of Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston, the Fever weathered a fierce second-quarter storm to secure a hard-fought 90-82 victory over the WNBA’s sophomore franchise. The win pushes Indiana to a promising 4-2 start for the 2026 season—their best opening six-game stretch since 2012, the year where they won the championship.

For a moment, it looked like the Valkyries were going to pull off a massive upset. Lead by the veteran savvy of Tiffany Hayes (19 points) and a brilliant spark from rookie sensation Kaitlyn Chen (18 points off the bench), Golden State staged a relentless 26-18 second-quarter run. They walked into the locker room at halftime holding a comfortable seven-point cushion and all the momentum.

But the third quarter belonged entirely to Indiana.

Adjusting to Golden State’s suffocating defensive traps, Clark began carving up the perimeter, scoring eight points in the frame while dishing out laser-focused assists. Meanwhile, Boston anchored the interior, punishing the Valkyries in the paint. Indiana flipped the script with a crushing 29-17 third-quarter surge, establishing a lead they would never relinquish.

Inside the Box Score

Player Points Rebounds Assists Key Stat
Caitlin Clark (IND) 22 2 9 4-of-9 from three-point range
Aliyah Boston (IND) 20 16 3 Labeled 42nd career double-double
Kelsey Mitchell (IND) 19 0 3 Flawless 11-of-11 from the free-throw line
Tiffany Hayes (GSV) 19 2 2 Shot 7-of-13 from the field
Kaitlyn Chen (GSV) 18 1 0 Provided instant offense in 19 minutes

Rewriting History

The night wasn’t just a win in the standings; it was another milestone evening for Indiana’s foundation pieces.

With her bruising 20-point, 16-rebound performance, Aliyah Boston secured her 42nd career double-double, tying legend Elena Delle Donne for the 34th most in WNBA history. Simultaneously, Clark’s 9-assist showcase inches her closer to smashing Sue Bird’s historic record as the fastest player to hit 1,000 points and 500 career assists.

“Yeah, it was definitely really physical, too. Um, and they’re a really good team and they’re really good defensively and we battled and I thought we played really great defense, especially in the second half and um thought we got off to a good start, then we kind of dropped a little bit and then the second half was really really good and kind of powered us through.” Clark said postgame. “But for me personally, like it was definitely good to, you know, see my first two shots go in and then kind of go from there.”

When the Valkyries intentionally fouled late to stop the clock, Kelsey Mitchell put on a masterclass in ice-cold execution. Mitchell went a perfect 11-for-11 from the charity stripe, shutting the door on any hopes of a Golden State comeback.

Game highlights;

What’s Next

The Valkyries (3-2) will have another shot at the Fever as they face them on the 28th of May at the Bay Area for a 4-game homestand.

Knicks move 2 wins from the NBA Finals with a 109-93 victory over the Cavs  

May 22, 2026

AP on ESPN;

Josh Hart scored a playoff career-high 26 points, Jalen Brunson had 19 points and 14 assists, and the New York Knicks moved halfway to their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999 by beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-93 on Thursday night.

It’s gonna be a wild night in MSG “if” the Knicks are able to advance to the 2026 NBA Finals!

Here’s a recap of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals between Cavs and the Knicks.

Games 3 and 4 will now shift to Cleveland as they try to turn this into a series.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 30, Thunder top Spurs 122-113 in Game 2 of West finals  

May 21, 2026

Ap on ESPN;

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander bounced back from a subpar series opener to score 30 points, Alex Caruso added 17 off the bench and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 122-113 on Wednesday night in Game 2.

Chet Holmgren scored 13 points and reserves Jared McCain and Cason Wallace each had 12 for Oklahoma City. The Thunder finished with a 57-25 edge in bench scoring, plus a 27-10 advantage in points off turnovers.

Now that the series tied, next two games will be in San Antonio and will now be a best of 5 series. OKC will try and get back home court advantage as they go to an equally hostile Spurs crowd.

Game highlights or the to 10 plays og WCF;

Aliyah Boston scores 24 as Fever beat Fire 90-73 without Caitlin Clark  

May 21, 2026

WNBA;

Aliyah Boston had 24 points and eight rebounds, Kelsey Mitchell scored 21 points, and the Indiana Fever beat the Portland Fire 90-73 on Wednesday night with Caitlin Clark sidelined.

The Fever ruled Clark out with a back injury less than two hours before tipoff, her first missed game this season.

Lexie Hull added 16 points on a perfect shooting night – going 4 of 4 from the field, all 3-pointers, and 4 of 4 on free throws – and had eight rebounds for the Fever (3-2). Tyasha Harris made her first start for the Fever, in Clark’s place, and finished with seven assists, two steals and no turnovers, but was scoreless on 0-for-6 shooting.

A great win for the Fever as they move above .500. Both of Indiana’s losses were by less than 5 points, meaning they easily could have gone either way. The Portland Fire, on the other hand, are having a fantastic start for an expansion team. Bridget Carleton has been balling, and it definitely helps that the Fire roster is packed with veteran players.

Game Highlights;

Next up for Indiana is their last home game against the Golden State Valkyries, followed by four road games over their next five matchups. Meanwhile, Portland will travel north to face the Toronto Tempo in a highly anticipated battle of the expansion teams.

Finally! Indiana Fever just release the Caitlin Clark The Puppy Room Interview!

May 19, 2026

For CC fans, I’m sure you all have been waiting for this.

Enjoy!

Caitlin Clark does an exclusive interview with five puppies.

0:42 – If you could have your own show what would it be about?
1:08 – What’s your favorite midnight snack?
1:33 – Is a hotdog a sandwich?
1:39 – What did you do over the off-season?
2:11 – Where do you get the inspiration for your outfits?
2:26 – Do you have any hidden talents?
2:47 – If you could time travel, what time period would you travel to?
3:37 – Who would be your dream courtside guest?