Leaving Real Madrid to pursue his dream of returning to the NBA, Guerschon Yabusele is determined to secure his position in the league as he enters free agency. In a recent interview with Hoopshype, he expressed his commitment, stating, “I’m completely serious about it. I genuinely want to stay in the NBA. Now that I have a real opportunity, I’m …

**Editor’s Note:** For more in-depth NBA coverage, visit The Athletic here. The opinions expressed on this page do not necessarily align with those of the NBA or its franchises. *** **OKLAHOMA CITY**— A seamless back-door cut. A no-look assist from Cason Wallace. The sharp sound of a whistle. An off-balance reverse layup. An uproar from the crowd. Alex Caruso was …

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Indiana Pacers’ quest for a flawless start in the first two games of the playoffs has encountered a setback. Instead, they will have to accept a split in the opening matchups of the NBA Finals. The Pacers aimed to make history as the fifth team to start the playoffs 8-0 — by winning both Games …

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to set impressive benchmarks in his career with the Oklahoma City Thunder. During Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night, the reigning MVP reached the significant achievement of scoring his 3,000th point for the season, when he netted a 10-foot shot with 8:24 remaining in the first quarter. This total includes …

The Oklahoma City Thunder demonstrated their remarkable tenacity once more. Following a gut-wrenching one-point defeat in Game 1, the Thunder made a strong comeback on Sunday evening, topping the Indiana Pacers 123-107 to level the NBA Finals at one game each. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shone with a spectacular performance, scoring 34 points, which not only brought his seasonal total to 3,000 …

**OKLAHOMA CITY**— A single moment of brilliance—whether through strategy or execution—could have clarified the Oklahoma City Thunder’s significant turnaround from Game 1 to Game 2 of the 2025 NBA Finals. However, in this instance, it was the accumulation of minor enhancements in various areas by the players and coaching staff that led to their 123-107 triumph over the Indiana Pacers, …