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The New York Knicks ended their five-decade-long title drought by defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Winning 94-90, the Knicks secured their first championship since 1973 and the third in franchise history.
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 to take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson hit the key free throw, while Spurs star Victor Wembanyama missed a potential game-winner. The series now moves to New York.
Victor Wembanyama scored 28 points as the San Antonio Spurs forced a decisive seventh game against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a 118-91 victory in the Western Conference finals. The winner will meet the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder past the San Antonio Spurs 127-114, giving them a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference finals. The Thunder are one win away from returning to the NBA Finals, while the Spurs face elimination in Game 6.
The New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 in Game 4 to secure their first NBA Finals berth since 1999. Karl-Anthony Towns led the way with 19 points and 14 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson earned Eastern Conference Finals MVP honors. The Knicks now await the winner of the Western Conference Finals.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at 29. The team confirmed his death on May 1, 2026, at his home in San Fernando Valley, California. The cause of death has not been released, but local reports indicate he was found after a 911 call.
Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 131-108 in Game 3 to take a commanding 3-0 series lead in the Western Conference semifinals. Ajay Mitchell scored 24 points and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 23 as the defending champions pulled away with a dominant second half. No NBA team has ever rallied from a 3-0 deficit.
Amazon Prime Video aims to expand the NBA fan base in Japan after its on-demand streaming service, launched this season, has shown promising signs. Citing an Amazon representative, Kyodo News reported that the company expects to reach more viewers and support the development of basketball in Japan. The new service has received positive feedback from Japanese fans, with subscriptions steadily increasing.
Top seed Detroit Pistons escaped elimination with a stunning comeback against the Orlando Magic, while the Los Angeles Lakers finally overcame the Houston Rockets in their decisive third game of the NBA playoff round. The Pistons’ come-from-behind victory on Friday forced a Game 7 decider in the series against the Magic. The Toronto Raptors also set up a decisive game with the Cleveland Cavaliers after a nail-biting overtime win.
