**Editor’s Note:** For more extensive NBA analysis, visit The Athletic. The opinions expressed here may not represent those of the NBA or its franchises. *** OKLAHOMA CITY — On the morning of Game 1 of the NBA Finals, surrounded by a circle of reporters at the Oklahoma City Thunder’s practice facility, Jalen Williams was in the spotlight, while Isaiah Hartenstein …

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP)— Tyrese Haliburton, guard for the Indiana Pacers, experienced discomfort in his lower right leg after a troublesome fall during the first quarter and had to step out of Game 5 of the NBA Finals momentarily for medical attention. Despite this, he continued to play, but it was apparent he was not at his best. To his credit, …

The Oklahoma City Thunder are one victory away from clinching their first NBA title after overcoming the Indiana Pacers with a score of 120-109 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Jalen Williams had a phenomenal performance, achieving a playoff career-high of 40 points, while MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 31 points and 10 assists. This win came after the Thunder …

OKLAHOMA CITY — Tyrese Haliburton has built an impressive portfolio and an eye-catching highlight reel, distinguishing himself during the 2025 postseason with remarkable late-game performances that have propelled the Indiana Pacers to extraordinary comebacks. However, the 25-year-old has not consistently made his presence felt at the beginning of games, which starkly contrasts with his late-game heroics. This peculiarity in his …

The 2025 NBA Draft is just around the corner, with events taking place on June 25 and 26 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. As the date approaches, the NBA has already sent out invitations to 19 top-rated prospects for the Green Room—an area at the draft venue where anticipated lottery picks and other elite hopefuls gather with …