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On TwitterTyrese Haliburton shows he's a man of high character
Haliburton could have heeded the warning signs and sat out the NBA Finals, especially after his peers all faced the same calf-to-Achilles injury fate. Instead, he was too driven by the goal of bringing the Indiana Pacers a franchise-first championship.
LeBron James believes Cooper Flagg has advantages he did not
James was drafted by a Cavaliers team that won 17 games the year before, and didn't sniff the playoffs through his first two seasons.
Why 2025 NBA Draft is unlike any other in recent memory
The playoff-caliber teams in this year's lottery may be forced to prioritize win-now players over projects.
How a 2007 trade caused the chain reaction to OKC's title win
We've all heard the story of how the Paul George trade helped the Thunder land Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams (No. 12 pick in 2022). But there are a few more layers to peel back.
Two Thunder players finally taste beer
Jalen Williams and Jaylin Williams share more than just initials; both had refrained from drinking beer until Sunday night.
Tyrese Haliburton paid for his bravado, but who are we to judge him?
After supercharging his team to a Game 6 win, he was off to an auspicious start in the NBA Finals series-decider, scoring nine points within the first five minutes. Then, the worst happened.
Chet Holmgren is a defensive legend in the making
The 23-year-old had 11 blocks and four steals in the Finals, while finishing with a team-best plus-minus of 4.9. He is the youngest player to record 10 or more blocks in the Finals since Tim Duncan.
The contrasting tale of the last two NBA champions
They say the NBA is a copycat league, but the 2024-25 Thunder did not mimic any of the trends of the 2023-24 Celtics.
The 'defense wins championships' mantra has never rung more true
The Thunder relied on their defense to propel them to the NBA title.
Thunder's subdued title celebration should scare the NBA
The Thunder celebrated like they won the NBA Cup, not the NBA championship, on Sunday night.
Thunder will make infamous history if they fail to capture NBA title
All the pressure is on the Thunder. The Pacers made a Cinderella run to the Finals and are essentially playing with house money.
Carlos Alcaraz reacts to Jannik Sinner’s shocking confession
It's been nearly two weeks since Alcaraz saved three match points before stunning Sinner in the final of the French Open.
Pacers officially the most equal-opportunity team in NBA history
The proof is in the numbers.
Five numbers to know before Game 7 of NBA Finals
As the teams play for all the marbles, here are five numbers to know.
Kevin Durant's ugly spat with DeMarcus Cousins a bad look for Suns star
The spat comes at a time when Durant, widely expected to be traded before next season, has been accused of being a poor leader.
NBA legend explains why he's picking Pacers to win Game 7
It would be a bold move to pick the Pacers to hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy at Paycom Center this Sunday. This Hall of Famer is among the few willing to go against the grain.
Pacers proved naysayers wrong in Game 6 of NBA Finals
Many were forced to eat crow Thursday as the Pacers forced Game 7.
Thunder's Jalen Williams makes unwanted NBA Finals history
Williams' poor outing validates claims by some analysts that the NBA world may have prematurely crowned him a future superstar.
T.J. McConnell's legacy continues to grow
Every time he checks into a game, McConnell forces opponents to adjust to his pace and creates chaos with his defense, providing his starters a safety net for when they return to the court.
Carlos Alcaraz sends ominous warning in pursuit of Wimbledon three-peat
Few players transition from clay to grass courts as seamlessly as Carlos Alcaraz.
Insider says Suns are done trying to accommodate Kevin Durant
With the NBA Draft fast approaching, the Suns may be compelled to accept the best trade package, especially if draft assets are involved.
Magic Johnson swipes Celtics after Lakers purchase
Earlier this year, the Celtics were sold for $6.1B.
LeBron James is mad at the 'ring culture' he helped foster
No other player has contributed more to the NBA's ring culture than James.
Track meet or NBA Finals? Thunder, Pacers blazing a new trail
If styles make fights, the matchup between the Thunder and Pacers was made in basketball heaven.
Spurs can't be blamed for not prioritizing Kevin Durant trade
Durant has zeroed in on the Spurs as his No. 1 landing spot, but the franchise may not be as enthused about the marriage.
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