NBA Basketball 3h Briefing

Last updated: May 13, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

NBA Western Conference Playoff Fallout

Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards projected confidence following a crucial Game 5 defeat against the San Antonio Spurs, asserting that the team remains unconcerned despite facing elimination on the road. This defiant stance comes as the league mourns the sudden passing of Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, who died earlier today at the age of. The contrasting narratives of playoff pressure and tragic loss define the current mood across the league's Western Conference landscape Clarke at 29.