After a challenging conclusion to the 2024-25 season with the Celtics, where he faced an early exit in the NBA Playoffs, Kristaps Porzingis will not have a chance to make a comeback with Boston. As reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, the team has completed a three-team trade that sends the Latvian center to the Atlanta Hawks, along with a …
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The Boston Celtics are said to be trading Kristaps Porziņģis to the Atlanta Hawks as part of a larger three-team transaction that will grant the Brooklyn Nets an additional pick in the first round of the NBA Draft on Wednesday. According to various sources, Porziņģis is set to join the Hawks, while Boston will receive Georges Niang along with a …
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Occasionally, the writers at NBA.com will offer their insights on significant narratives or popular subjects within the league. Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the greatest player in Thunder history? >Hot Topics: Can the Thunder clinch another championship in the 2025-26 season? We may want to pause on this one. Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook established the groundwork for that franchise and guided …
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From time to time, writers at NBA.com will share insights on significant narratives or popular topics within the league. Although it’s early in the offseason and teams are set to undergo significant changes, do you believe the Thunder have what it takes to secure another championship? >Current Discussions: Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the greatest player in Thunder history? Observing the Oklahoma …
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Anticipating a transformative offseason, Boston has initiated the process of revamping its championship-caliber roster. The Celtics have reportedly traded seasoned point guard Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for promising scorer Anfernee Simons and a pair of second-round draft picks. Celtics receive: Trail Blazers receive: BREAKING: Jrue Holiday has been traded from the Boston Celtics to the …
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Jrue Holiday is returning to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of a trade with the Boston Celtics, which involves Anfernee Simons and two second-round draft picks being sent to Boston, per Shams Charania’s report. Holiday played a pivotal role in Boston’s championship pursuit in 2024, averaging 13.2 points per game with impressive shooting splits of 50-40-90. He also earned …
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP)— Tyrese Haliburton transformed the Indiana Pacers into a force few anticipated after their season began with a 10-15 record. However, reclaiming that momentum could take a while after team officials revealed on Monday that the two-time All-Star had torn his right Achilles tendon during Game 7 of the NBA Finals. This injury may jeopardize Haliburton’s availability for the …
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Tyrese Haliburton’s aspirations of clinching the NBA Championship and possibly being named Finals MVP came to a disappointing halt during Game 7 of the series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Indiana superstar was forced to exit the game due to injury, unable to support his team. Recent reports from Shams Charania at ESPN reveal that he has suffered a …
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Oklahoma City is gearing up to commemorate the inaugural NBA championship for the city. The Thunder have scheduled a parade to take place in downtown OKC on June 24 at 11:30 a.m. ET, as announced by the team. The parade is expected to last around an hour and a half and will be broadcasted on NBA TV and the NBA …
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The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the second half to defeat the Indiana Pacers, 103-91, in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, presented by YouTube TV. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the 26-year-old who was honored as the Most Valuable Player of both the 2024-25 Regular Season and the Western Conference Finals, also earned the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP title on Sunday. …
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**OKLAHOMA CITY**— The Oklahoma City Thunder have made a remarkable mark as NBA champions, showcasing both their exceptional youth and impressive dominance. With their roster averaging just 25.6 years in age, the Thunder are historically the second youngest championship team in the NBA, trailing only the 1976-77 Portland Trail Blazers. In addition to their youthful core, they also ranked ninth …
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Isaiah Hartenstein, along with his son Elijah, played a pivotal role in showcasing the jubilant championship celebrations for the Oklahoma City Thunder. After an intense Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, held at the Paycom Center in front of a sold-out crowd of 18,000 fans, the 27-year-old German-American center’s young son dozed off in his father’s arms. This peaceful …
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OKLAHOMA CITY— After eight months and 105 games, the Indiana Pacers’ aspirations for the 2025 NBA championship were suddenly reliant on the strength of Tyrese Haliburton’s delicate right calf. Unfortunately, that burden proved too heavy to bear. The Pacers’ ambitions effectively ended when Haliburton, already dealing with soreness, was sidelined with an injury just five minutes into the first quarter …
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The Phoenix Suns are anticipated to waive their team option on Vasilije Micic’s contract. After the recent trade that sent Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, the team’s complex salary-cap scenario may necessitate parting ways with the 31-year-old Serbian point guard, as reported by Gerald Bourguet of PHNX Sports on Sunday. As part of the significant trade, the Suns are …
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OKLAHOMA CITY — After completing the longest season of his basketball career, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander concluded on a high note Sunday night. The Oklahoma City star, who earned both the MVP and scoring champion titles, guided his team to its inaugural NBA championship and received the Bill Russell Finals MVP award. While his Game 7 performance was not the most efficient—shooting …
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Dario Šarić has opted to activate his player option, ensuring his continuation with the Denver Nuggets for another season, as announced by Misko Raznatovic. The Croatian forward had until June 29 to make his decision regarding his future with the Nuggets, and it appears he has opted to remain with the franchise for the 2025/26 season. Šarić is expected to …
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As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare for a pivotal Game 7 on Sunday (8 PM ET, ABC), two teams are charting distinct paths in their quest for their first NBA championship. OKLAHOMA CITY—At this moment, everything feels crucial while at the same time, none of it truly matters. This observation perfectly encapsulates the essence of a Game 7, especially in …
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Kevin Durant is on his way to the Houston Rockets in a significant trade deal set to be completed on July 6, as reported by ESPN. The Phoenix Suns will acquire Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick from this year’s draft, and five second-round selections in exchange. Durant will be joining a promising Rockets squad under the leadership …
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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP)— On Sunday, a notable milestone was reached by James Capers, Josh Tiven, and Sean Wright, as they stepped into an exclusive group. The NBA appointed Capers, Tiven, and Wright as the officiating team for Game 7 of the NBA Finals, where the Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Indiana Pacers (8 PM ET, ABC). This …
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OKLAHOMA CITY — The NBA Finals have reached their climactic Game 7, with 48 minutes (or perhaps a bit more) set to decide whether the Indiana Pacers or the Oklahoma City Thunder will capture their inaugural NBA championship. Should the Thunder emerge victorious, they will statistically be regarded as one of the greatest champions in the history of the NBA. …
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San Antonio Spurs player Victor Wembanyama shared insights about his visit to the Shaolin Temple in China. “It was an incredible experience,” Wembanyama told The Athletic. “My main purpose for going was to challenge my body in ways it’s not accustomed to, which would help improve my range of motion and strength. This was probably as distinct from my usual …
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**OKLAHOMA CITY** – Every statistic concerning Game 7 of the NBA Finals appears to have a corresponding statistic that tells a different story. Take, for instance, the significant edge that home teams have enjoyed in the previous 19 finals. This bodes well for the Oklahoma City Thunder, who are set to face the Indiana Pacers at Paycom Center on Sunday …
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### 2025 NBA Draft: In-Depth Analysis **Editor’s Note**: For additional NBA insights, check out more coverage from The Athletic. Views expressed on this page may not represent those of the NBA or its franchises. — Throughout the season, NBA scouts engage with college coaches who have faced the athletes under evaluation, seeking insight into the emerging draft cohort. Coaches can …
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PARIS (AP) — NBA star Kevin Durant has acquired a minority ownership position in Paris Saint-Germain, the reigning Champions League champions, the French football club announced on Friday. The club indicated that Qatar Sports Investments, which is the majority owner of PSG, has entered into an investment and strategic partnership agreement with Durant. The specific financial details of the arrangement …
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**Editor’s Note:** For more extensive NBA insights, check out The Athletic here. The opinions expressed here do not necessarily represent those of the NBA or its franchises. * * * INDIANAPOLIS — Most of the discussion will center around Tyrese Haliburton. The Pacers’ point guard overcame a calf strain that almost derailed the team’s remarkable season on Thursday night. He …
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