With an exceptional performance capped by a game-winning three-pointer, Jalen Brunson propelled the New York Knicks to a 116-113 victory against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday night. Seizing the lead with just 4.3 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, the 28-year-old guard secured his team’s advancement to the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, …

Donovan Mitchell has felt a strong sense of belonging with the Cavaliers. This season has been remarkable, with the team notching 64 victories—marking the second-best record in the franchise’s history—leading to unprecedented expectations. The Cavaliers’ journey featuring Mitchell is highlighted in Episode 5 of “Pass The Rock Season 3.” This original series from NBA Entertainment gives fans unprecedented access to …

Gregg Popovich, the head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, has announced his transition from his coaching role to the position of President of Basketball Operations, according to a statement from the team. At the age of 76, Popovich was recently sidelined due to a mild stroke he experienced in November, which will keep him away from coaching duties for …

**• Get the NBA App** The upcoming 2025 Eastern Conference semifinals will mark the 17th playoff clash between the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks, representing the second most encounters between any two teams in NBA playoff history, surpassed only by the rivalry between the Celtics and the Sixers. However, the last time these two teams faced off in …

In addition to their significant achievements for Serbia on the global stage, including Olympic honors in both 2016 and 2024, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Nikola Jokic almost teamed up at Partizan back in 2013. He was meant to join us at Partizan,” the 32-year-old Los Angeles Clippers guard revealed in an interview with the Denver Post while competing against the Denver …

DETROIT (AP)— Earlier this week, Cade Cunningham stated that his four playoff games had taught him more than he learned throughout the entire regular season. However, the challenges increased just two games later. On Tuesday, the Pistons managed to keep their postseason hopes alive by defeating the Knicks 106-103 at Madison Square Garden, marking Detroit’s second victory in New York. …

In a recent interview with Anadolu Agency, George Aivazoglou, the NBA official closely associated with the expansion plans for Europe in partnership with FIBA, discussed the involvement of Turkish teams, particularly Fenerbahce Beko. “Fenerbahce is an outstanding organization, and I commend them for reaching the Final Four. Galatasaray is also a notable club, along with other strong teams like Anadolu …

DETROIT (AP)— Jalen Brunson’s crafty crossover dribble between his legs created the necessary separation for a game-winning three-pointer with just 4.3 seconds on the clock, followed by a kiss blown to a subdued crowd that had mercilessly mocked him throughout the series. Brunson led the New York Knicks with 40 points, guiding them to a 116-113 victory over the Detroit …

Rudy Gobert delivered an impressive double-double that led the Minnesota Timberwolves to a decisive 103-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena, securing the series. With this triumph on Wednesday, the Timberwolves concluded the Western Conference Quarterfinals best-of-seven match in just five games. “It feels amazing,” Gobert said after notching a remarkable 27 points and grabbing 24 rebounds …

PHOENIX (AP)— On Thursday, the Phoenix Suns elevated Brian Gregory to the position of general manager in a significant overhaul of their front office, following a season that marked one of the franchise’s least successful to date. The team officially announced today that Brian Gregory will assume the general manager role, while James Jones will shift to become a senior …

Following the altercation involving him and Giannis Antetokounmpo, John Haliburton, the father of Tyrese Haliburton, has decided to refrain from attending any upcoming Indiana Pacers games “for the foreseeable future,” according to Shams Charania of ESPN. This choice was made after discussions between John Haliburton and the Pacers’ management, Charania notes. Shortly after the Pacers’ victory against the Milwaukee Bucks …

•Download the NBA App•2024-25 NBA Award Highlights: Comprehensive Coverage•Kia Most Improved Player Award: Historical Winners Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels has been honored with the George Mikan Trophy, recognizing him as the 2024-25 Kia NBA Most Improved Player. This prestigious award, which has been presented annually since the 1985-86 season, aims to celebrate a player showing significant progress compared to …

In a critical elimination match, the Houston Rockets established a commanding 31-point advantage and ultimately triumphed over the Golden State Warriors with a score of 131-116 at the Toyota Center. With this victory on Wednesday, they trimmed the series deficit to 3-2, setting the stage for Game 6 at Chase Center on Friday. During Game 5 of the 2025 NBA …

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Luka Doncic expressed his emotions following the exit from the 2025 NBA Playoffs sponsored by Google, just a few months after a significant trade that saw him move from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers, which had a major effect on his season and career. “I’m really happy to be here. The past few months have been fantastic. …

The announcers on TNT appeared to be far more emotionally engaged regarding the status of the Golden State starters late in Game 5 than Warriors coach Steve Kerr did. Kerr opted to substitute his starting lineup out with 5:50 remaining in the third quarter. While it wasn’t an outright surrender, it was a realistic acknowledgment of the situation at Houston’s …

Dyson Daniels of the Atlanta Hawks has been honored with the George Mikan Trophy, recognizing him as the Kia NBA Most Improved Player for the 2024-25 season. On Wednesday, the league revealed the outcomes from a global panel of 100 voters. Ivica Zubac, the Croatian starting center for the Los Angeles Clippers, secured second place, making a significant jump from …

LOS ANGELES — Pulling off a midseason trade that turned heads across the league and led to a significant transformation for two franchises? That was the easy part. The real challenge for the Lakers now lies in establishing themselves as a title contender alongside Luka Dončić — and possibly also with LeBron James, whose career clock is ticking as midnight …

The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves trailing 1-3 in the Western Conference Playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Following their recent defeat, in which the Lakers led by double digits heading into the final quarter, a key observation is that the LA team relied on just five players for the entire second half. Luka Dončić, LeBron James, Austin Reaves, Rui …

Damian Lillard, a guard for the Milwaukee Bucks, exited Game 4 of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff matchup against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday, being assisted off the court and into the locker room during the first quarter. According to various reports, an initial assessment suggested a potential Achilles tendon injury for Lillard. Further diagnostic tests are scheduled for Monday. …

Mouhamed Faye has officially filed the necessary documentation to enter the 2025 NBA draft. On Sunday, ESPN’s Jonathan Givony reported this development. Taking a similar route to Nolan Traore, who recently announced his plans to transition from the Basketball Champions League and Saint-Quentin to the annual North American league draft, Faye joins a growing roster of talented prospects emerging from …

In Episode 5 of “Pass The Rock: Season 3,” Tatum recounts the journey of the previous season when he clinched the NBA championship, along with the hard work he has dedicated to preparing for the current season. This original series from NBA Entertainment offers fans an exclusive look into the lives of the league’s youngest talents, spotlighting their pursuits both …

The Denver Nuggets managed to secure a hard-fought victory against the Los Angeles Clippers on their home turf, leveling the playoff series at two games apiece. Nikola Jokic was instrumental in the 101-99 triumph, with Aaron Gordon clinching the win by scoring at the final buzzer. The Serbian star wrapped up the contest with impressive stats: 36 points, 21 rebounds, …

**THE LINEUP 🏀** April 27, 2025 | What’s featured in today’s issue? Gordon’s Last-Second Dunk: AG levels the series with a spectacular slam unlike any seen in the era of play-by-play commentary Curry Rediscovered: After a sluggish opening, Steph Curry propels the Butler-less Warriors to a 2-1 series advantage Thunder Advances, Cavs Lead 3-0: Oklahoma City secures their spot in …

The scoreboard displayed a tie at 99-99, granting the Denver Nuggets the final possession. Nikola Jokic attempted to take the initiative, but the LA Clippers applied pressure, forcing him into a difficult shot that failed to connect. Fortunately, Aaron Gordon was perfectly positioned, leaping to snatch the ball mid-air and slamming it home as the buzzer sounded, securing the victory. …