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Last updated: June 8, 2026, 2:51 AM ET

NBA Basketball Briefing

League & Personnel

The NBA community mourned the passing of Stacey King, a three-time champion with the Chicago Bulls who became a beloved broadcaster after his playing career. King died at, leaving behind a legacy both on and off the court. In franchise moves, the Minnesota Timberwolves unveiled new uniforms and logos that blend familiar pieces of franchise history, while the Philadelphia 76ers promoted Jameer Nelson to executive vice president of basketball operations under new president Mike Gansey.

Eastern Conference Finals

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attended Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals between the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers, adding star power to the pivotal matchup. The Knicks solved their minutes puzzle just in time, successfully embracing their bench play to overcome one of their biggest obstacles to a championship. As the series shifts to Madison Square Garden, New York players are focusing on Game 3 despite the surrounding hoopla, with the building expecting its first NBA Finals game since 1999.