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Last updated: May 16, 2026, 5:43 PM ET

NBA Playoffs

The Detroit Pistons staged a commanding second-half rally to eliminate the Cleveland Cavaliers 112-98, forcing a decisive Game 7 in their first-round series. Meanwhile, New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby practiced fully Saturday and confirmed his right hamstring injury isn't as severe as the one that sidelined him during the 2024 playoffs, providing a significant boost to the team's defensive anchor.

Draft & Off-Court News

ESPN's NBA draft crew identified key questions emerging from Chicago's combine scrimmages, where prospects showcased their skills ahead of the June draft. In off-court developments, Duke phenom Cooper Flagg confirmed his relationship with Arianna Robinson after the couple shared vacation memories from Turks and Caicos, adding personal storyline to Flagg's rising draft stock.

League Outlook

ESPN's NBA insiders surveyed five teams facing pivotal summer decisions, with LeBron James' future among the league-altering storylines as franchises prepare for what could be the most consequential offseason in recent memory.