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Last updated: May 26, 2026, 2:53 AM ET

Conference Finals Showdown

The New York Knicks secured their spot in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 behind bold roster moves and a strategic coaching change, while New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani trolled the Cavaliers following the Eastern Conference finals victory. Roster-building lessons emerged from the final four as the Knicks, Cavaliers, Thunder, and Spurs showcased different approaches to constructing championship-contending teams. Kenny Atkinson noted that the Cavaliers have "analytically" won two of the first three games against the Knicks, suggesting a statistical advantage in their series. In the Western Conference, the Thunder suffered their worst offensive performance in years during Game, allowing the Spurs to even the series at 2-2 after a lackluster showing that left head coach Mark D'Alessandro searching for answers.

Offseason Movement Takes Shape

With the NBA Finals on the horizon, offseason planning intensified across the league as all but three teams began focusing on drafts, free agency, and potential trades. The Lakers made their first significant move by hiring Rohan Ramadas as assistant GM under president Rob Pelinka, signaling a strategic shift in their front office approach. ESPN insiders proposed six trades that could potentially reshape the league landscape, including potential landing spots for Ja Morant and other marquee players, though analysts debated which moves would truly alter team dynamics for the upcoming season. The celebrity presence remained prominent at NBA playoff games, with high-profile fans continuing to draw attention courtside throughout the postseason.

Honors and International Action

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic earned unanimous first-team All-NBA selections, with Oklahoma City's star point guard and Denver's two-time MVP receiving maximum votes. San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama narrowly missed joining them, falling just one vote shy of unanimous status in his rookie season. Overseas, Olympiakos claimed the EuroLeague championship with a 92-85 victory over Real Madrid in Athens, with Giannis Antetokounmpo watching from the crowd as the Greek team secured its second European title in three years. Meanwhile, the NBA combine concluded with draft predictions taking shape, as Jeremy Woo released his updated mock draft with all 60 picks following a week of workouts and measurements at the 2026 NBA combine.