NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: May 31, 2026, 5:45 PM ET

Western Conference Finals Recap

The Oklahoma City Thunder dropped Game 6 as San Antonio completed their stunning upset, with Jalen Williams returning from injury but managing only one point in limited action. Despite claiming his second straight MVP award, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander called his season a "failure" after the defending champion Thunder were eliminated before getting a chance to defend their title. The series culminated with the Spurs eliminating the Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals, a 111-103 victory fueled by center Victor Wembanyama's 22 points and seven rebounds, sending the young Spurs franchise to the NBA Finals for the first time.

NBA Finals Preview

The San Antonio Spurs open as favorites to win the NBA championship heading into their matchup with the New York Knicks, who have attracted nearly half of all money wagered on the NBA Finals winner this season at Draft Kings Sportsbook in New York — almost as much as every other team combined. The Knicks' improbable journey to the Finals was fueled by bold moves and a coaching change that transformed their season. New York will need center Mitchell Robinson to be effective after sources confirmed he plans to play in Game 1 while wearing a brace on his hand after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinkie finger. Adding to the intrigue, President Donald Trump confirmed plans to attend an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden next month.

Coaching Carousel & Front Office Moves

The Orlando Magic are finalizing a deal to hire San Antonio Spurs associate head coach Sean Sweeney as the franchise's new head coach, marking another significant move in the NBA's coaching carousel. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks have signed Onsi Saleh to a long-term contract extension and promoted him from general manager to president of basketball operations, a move that comes as teams prepare for the offseason. In Los Angeles, the Lakers informed more than a dozen employees they were being laid off as part of a reorganization under new franchise leadership, reflecting the organizational changes taking place around the league.

Player News & Personal Milestones

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey and his partner Myra Gordon introduced their daughter, Marvel, who was born on May 14. The birth adds to what has been a memorable season for Maxey and the 76ers. Victor Wembanyama received a warning from the NBA for violating media access rules after he did not speak to reporters following the Spurs' Game 5 loss, highlighting the attention and scrutiny that comes with being the face of a Finals-bound franchise.

Offseason Outlook & Draft Developments

For all but two NBA teams, the offseason is here, with significant decisions looming regarding free agency, trades, and the draft. League insiders are closely watching the lingering decisions for Austin Reaves, Jalen Duren, Mitchell Robinson and other key free agents who could impact team dynamics. The NBA has also implemented reforms to the draft lottery, with Tim