NBA Basketball 24 Hours

Last updated: May 28, 2026, 2:50 PM ET

Playoff Coverage & Finals

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a commanding 3-2 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs, positioning themselves for a return trip to the NBA Finals after making key adjustments in Game. The Thunder turned to Alex Caruso, Cason Wallace and Jared McCain to claw their way back against San Antonio, with these role players providing crucial defensive pressure and secondary scoring that shifted the series momentum. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump confirmed his plans to attend an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden next month, marking a high-profile attendance at the championship series. In San Antonio, Victor Wembanyama received a warning from the NBA for violating media access rules after skipping his post-game press conference following the Spurs' Game 5 loss, highlighting the league's strict policies on player media obligations during the postseason.

Coaching & Front Office Moves

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla was named NBA Coach of the Year, beating out finalists J.B. Bickerstaff and Mitch Johnson in a vote that concluded the league's end-of-season awards schedule. Mazzulla's recognition comes after guiding the Celtics to one of the NBA's best records despite significant roster changes and internal challenges throughout the season. In Cleveland, Kenny Atkinson will return next season as the Cavaliers coach after sources confirmed his continuation with the team, providing stability as the franchise looks to build on a promising young core. The Atlanta Hawks elevated Onsi Saleh from general manager to president of basketball operations with a long-term contract extension, indicating confidence in his vision for the franchise's future. In Los Angeles, the Lakers laid off more than a dozen employees as part of a reorganization under new franchise leadership, reflecting the organizational changes taking place in Tinseltown.

NBA Draft & Free Agency

As the NBA considers dramatic lottery reform, the numbers reveal that drafting in the top five hasn't translated into NBA titles over the past 20 years, potentially reshaping how franchises approach rebuilding strategies. On the eve of the league's vote to enact significant anti-tanking measures, NBA draft lottery reform proposals include changes that could dramatically alter the draft order and incentivize competitive balance across the league. Arizona forward Koa Peat, a projected first-round pick, is keeping his name in the NBA draft according to sources, maintaining his eligibility for this year's draft after initially considering withdrawal. In free agency, Austin Reaves, Jalen Duren and Mitchell Robinson remain undecided as league insiders report multiple suitors for each player, with contract negotiations expected to intensify as summer approaches. The most significant summer deals could reshape team rosters, with potential multi-year contracts that could impact franchise trajectories for years to come.

Business & Personal News

Stephen and Ayesha Curry are expanding their restaurant chains to Charlotte, North Carolina, where Dell Curry reigned supreme during his NBA career, bringing their successful West Coast culinary footprint to the Southeast. Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey and his partner Myra Gordon announced the birth of their daughter Marvel, born on May 14, adding a new chapter to their personal lives during the NBA offseason. Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon stood by her assertion that Jalen Brunson could lead a team to an NBA title, challenging the Knicks star to prove her wrong while maintaining her controversial stance. Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo faced criticism after a photo surfaced of him and his girlfriend wearing Vegas Golden Knights jerseys in the crowd during a Panthers-Golden Knights game, prompting a reaction from the Panthers organization. Finally, Argentine authorities arrested suspects believed to be part of a transnational gang that orchestrated burglaries at the homes of well-known athletes, including NBA and NFL stars, marking a significant development in athlete security investigations.