NBA Basketball 24 Hours

Last updated: May 13, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Playoff Action & Series Updates

The Oklahoma City Thunder completed a sweep of the Lakers, pulling away late despite a determined final push from Los Angeles to maintain their perfect 8-0 postseason record. Meanwhile, the Western Conference semifinals remain fiercely contested as the San Antonio Spurs hold a 3-2 series lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will avoid further league discipline for an elbow delivered to Naz Reid, confirming his availability for the pivotal Game 5 in San Antonio, though the Spurs listed guard De'Aaron Fox as questionable with right ankle soreness heading into the elimination contest. Despite facing a 3-2 deficit, Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards projected defiance, stating that "nobody on the squad is too worried" about the upcoming home game. Elsewhere, the matchup between French compatriots Rudy Gobert and Wembanyama continues through a tense 2-2 series, as the two friends who have known each other for a decade face off in high-stakes playoff basketball.

Front Office & Personnel Shifts

The Philadelphia 76ers are undergoing significant front office restructuring following their early playoff exit, confirming that President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey has departed after six seasons, though head coach Nick Nurse is expected to remain with the organization. This organizational upheaval comes as the team confronts substantial health and roster management questions following their historic comeback attempt that ultimately resulted in a second-round sweep, leaving Joel Embiid facing an uncertain summer. In Los Angeles, Lakers President Rob Pelinka confirmed the franchise's desire to retain its superstar, stating the team "would welcome LeBron James back" for a potential 24th season should he opt out of retirement. Concurrently, the NBA concluded its investigation into the Milwaukee Bucks regarding the handling of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s status, determining that no further disciplinary action was warranted against the franchise.

Tragedy & Tributes in the NBA Community

The basketball world experienced profound loss over the past 24 hours with the passing of two former players. Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke passed away at the age of. Separately, the league mourned the death of Jason Collins, who died Tuesday from brain cancer at; Collins holds the distinction of being the NBA's first openly gay player and had served as a global ambassador for the sport for the last decade.

Draft Futures & Combine Testing

With the regular season concluded, focus is shifting toward the upcoming draft cycle, highlighted by the ongoing NBA Draft Combine testing in Chicago. League insiders are detailing key takeaways from the initial drills, with prospects vying to boost their stock ahead of the main event. Mock draft projections for the 2026 class indicate that the Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, and Memphis Grizzlies hold the top three picks in the upcoming selection process, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Woo analysis. Behind the scenes, one outlet gained access to the Wizards organization on the day they secured the No. 1 overall pick in what was described as a "wild weekend" for lottery outcomes. Furthermore, the league conducted its annual ping-pong ball selection process, providing insider details on everything that transpired during the lottery visualization.

Coaching & League Reaction

In other league matters, Detroit Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff expressed his extreme dissatisfaction following a Game 4 loss to the Cavaliers, labeling the significant disparity in free throw attempts between the two teams as "unacceptable". Meanwhile, league insiders continue to circulate the latest news, including updates on Giannis Antetokounmpo's status with the Bucks as the offseason approaches.