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Last updated: May 14, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

League Structure & Player Updates

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver confirmed Wednesday that the league has finalized a "3-2-1 lottery" proposal intended for presentation to the Board of Governors later this month aimed at altering the draft structure. This internal development comes as the postseason heats up, where the Knicks expect OG Anunoby to potentially return from his hamstring injury by the start of the Eastern Conference Finals. Elsewhere in the association, Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey underwent ankle surgery but is projected to be ready for training camp after dealing with persistent hamstring and ankle issues this past season.

Postseason Action & Collegiate Declarations

The Cleveland Cavaliers staged an OT comeback Wednesday night, overcoming a nine-point deficit late in the fourth quarter to defeat the Pistons 117-113, securing a critical 3-2 series lead as the semifinal shifts back to Cleveland. While the playoff intensity draws large crowds, indicated by the visible presence of figures like Eminem & 50 Cent courtside, several college prospects finalized their immediate futures. Stanford's Ebuka Okorie, North Carolina's Henri Veesaar, and Duke's Isaiah Evans all announced their intent to remain in the upcoming NBA Draft pool.