Basketball News · LatestWednesday, May 6, 2026

Joel Embiid still looks like the best player on the Sixers. But can he maintain this level for six more weeks?

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A guard selected in the 2025 WNBA Draft will play for Kentucky women's basketball this season. How does that work?

Phoenix is adding a potentially intriguing frontcourt player.

Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens hit on a wide range of topics in his end-of-season press conference. Here are the highlights.

Patrick Dumont trusted the schmoozer. Now he is trusting the scout.

NBA draft pick James Nnaji also returned to college.

Let’s break down the favorites for Eastern Conference Finals MVP

The answer is always “it depends”

“This is not some revolutionary idea,” Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White said when asked about playing superstar Caitlin Clark off-ball this season.

The Cavs had a chance to steal Game 1, but some questionable coaching decisions prevented it.

One of the Lakers' best perimeter defenders being out for games against the Thunder is an issue.

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr was among the current NBA coaches voted "least impressive" in an anonymous players poll.

The home run race is already heating up, as Aaron Judge and Mike Trout are surging early. Check out the latest odds on who will lead MLB in homers.

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Correa is out for the rest of the season after tearing a tendon in his ankle that will require surgery

The Lynx star was outspoken about her feelings toward the league during negotiations, and the tactic was effective.

Astros shortstop Carlos Correa has a torn tendon in his left ankle, will undergo surgery and will miss the remainder of the season.

How will the Sixers bounce back?

"Philly needs to understand, New York is the king,” said Louis Cretella, the co-owner of Dario’s Pizza in West Hempstead.

New York is trying to keep the good times rolling, while Minnesota will look to double down on a surprise Game 1 win

The Indiana Fever sharpshooter caught up with Athlon Sports ahead of the 2026 campaign to discuss the WNBA's growth, her return to the court and her partnership with Xfinity.

This is a pretty unusual situation in the WNBA.

LeBron James has been playing inspired basketball. The reason? LeBron James ... Junior. Yup, you read that right, Bronny James.

It seemed inevitable we would land on Thunder-Spurs, on SGA-Wemby, but the Timberwolves appear to have other ideas.

The Timberwolves and Spurs square off in Game 2 of their second-round series in the NBA playoffs.

Fraternizing with Thilo about Game 1 and adjustments we should expect in Game 2.

Minnesota Timberwolves at San Antonio SpursDate: May 6th, 2026Time: 8:30 PM CDTLocation: Frost Bank CenterTelevision Coverage: ESPN Game 1 was not pretty. It was not elegant. It was not the kind of series opener that ends with everyone breathlessly talking about offensive genius or some masterclass in modern basketball. No, this was a rock fight. […]

This was not something WNBA fans expected.

Interesting turn of events for the Fever guard.