Following a preview of his segment on “Mind the Game,” hosted by Uninterrupted and Wondery, the initial part of Luka Doncic’s conversation with his Los Angeles Lakers teammate LeBron James and co-host Steve Nash was released on Sunday. The 26-year-old Slovenian guard discussed his transition from playing alongside the four-time NBA champion after being traded from the Dallas Mavericks midway …

NBA icon and former EuroLeague champion Dominique Wilkins referenced fellow Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame member Ralph Sampson while discussing the remarkable skill set of French sensation Victor Wembanyama. “Standing at 7-foot-3, with the ability to handle the ball, shoot from long range, and drive to the hoop, he’s an extraordinary talent that comes around once in a generation,” …

The Pacers have claimed the Bob Cousy Trophy after emerging victorious in the Eastern Conference. Now, with the Larry O’Brien Trophy just four wins away, the NBA Finals presented by YouTube TV will commence on June 5 at 8:30 EST on ABC, featuring Indiana against Oklahoma City. **5 HEADLINES IN TODAY’S ISSUE 🏀** June 1, 2025 **Pacers Triumph in the …

Nikola Topic’s situation is far from perfect, as he is expected to be sidelined for the entire 2024-25 season after the Oklahoma City Thunder selected him with the 12th overall pick in June. Following surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee, which he sustained last season while playing for Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet, he has been confined to …

•Get the NBA App•2025 NBA playoff timetable•NBA playoff: Complete bracket and analysis Here’s the consensus from our experts at NBA.com regarding the eventual champion of the NBA Finals, brought to you by YouTube TV: • Prediction: Oklahoma City As the 2025 NBA Finals approach, a tune from “Annie, Get Your Gun” keeps playing in my mind. I hesitate to mention …

The Miami Heat are showing interest in Sergio Scariolo for the role of associate coach. If he makes a return to the NBA, he would work alongside head coach Erik Spoelstra. This development was reported by Alex Molina of Eurohoops Spain on Monday, and comes on the heels of a previous story regarding the 64-year-old Italian coach’s visit to the …

Like many narratives, the best way to start is with the conclusion. For the Indiana Pacers, the significant ending that shapes their current situation occurred 53 weeks ago, when the formidable Boston Celtics, cruising through a 16-3 playoff run to claim the 2024 NBA championship, defeated the Pacers in a four-game sweep. Rather than being a true victory for the …

Speculation regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo’s possible departure from the Milwaukee Bucks has sparked interest for the Toronto Raptors, who could potentially facilitate a trade for the star player. In a recent mailbag for the Canadian publication Toronto Star, Raptors insider Doug Smith pointed out that there seems to be a shared interest between the 30-year-old athlete and the Raptors. “While I …

OKLAHOMA CITY— Welcome to the Point Guard Party, even if the invitations hint at the 2025 NBA Finals. A lot can unfold in the coming weeks to spice up this series, but until the game begins between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder, the center of attention will be your hosts: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Tyrese Haliburton. Before the game …