NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: May 28, 2026, 8:52 AM ET

Conference Finals & Playoff Coverage

The Oklahoma City Thunder extended their lead over the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference finals, taking a 3-2 series advantage behind strategic adjustments involving Alex Caruso, Cason Wallace, and Jared McCain. Despite their recent struggles, including a dismal offensive performance in Game, the Thunder remain odds-on favorites to win the NBA Finals as they close in on a return trip to the championship series. Meanwhile, the New York Knicks' improbable journey to the Finals has been fueled by bold moves and a coaching change, positioning them as potential opponents for either the Thunder or Spurs in the championship series. The Eastern Conference finals saw the Cleveland Cavaliers swept by the Knicks, with Donovan Mitchell expressing commitment to the Cavs and confidence in his partnership with James Harden despite the disappointing outcome.

Coaching & Front Office Changes

The Atlanta Hawks signed Onsi Saleh to a long-term contract extension, promoting him from general manager to president of basketball operations in a move that solidifies the franchise's leadership structure. In contrast, the Los Angeles Lakers informed more than a dozen employees they were being laid off as part of a reorganization under new franchise leadership, though the team also made their first significant offseason move by hiring Rohan Ramadas as an assistant GM under president and GM Rob Pelinka. Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla was named NBA Coach of the Year over finalists J.B. Bickerstaff and Mitch Johnson, officially wrapping up the league's end-of-season awards schedule. Meanwhile, Kenny