Basketball News · LatestTuesday, Jun 2, 2026

How to watch the Knicks vs. Spurs Game 1 in the NBA finals.

There’s a clear top tier of one-and-done prospects in this month’s NBA draft. BYU’s AJ Dybantsa was widely discussed as the No. 1 pick before becoming a first-team Associated Press All-American . His top challenger for the overall top selection is Kansas combo guard Darryn Peterson, followed by Tobacco Road forwards Cameron Boozer of Duke and Caleb Wilson of North Carolina. The first pivot point is seemingly set for No. 5 with a wave of one-and-done guards. With the first round set for June 2...

Jeremy Lin, the player responsible for perhaps the NBA’s most potent cultural phenomenon, is stepping into a new broadcast role with ESPN.

Just four wins away from an NBA title, the young San Antonio Spurs are on the cusp of recasting the balance of power in the league.

Adding top players like Angel Reese and Chennedy Carter can change a team's dynamic. Which teams are cashing in on a newcomer's production?

On Tuesday, the Atlanta Dream host the Connecticut Sun. Here's how to watch the WNBA game, including TV channel, time and where to stream.

Kahleah Copper doesn't seem too worried about the Mercury's struggles after dropping their sixth straight game on Monday.

The Phoenix Mercury are scrambling for any kind of relief after suffering their sixth straight loss on Monday.

Gregg Popovich, left, talks with Victor Wembanyama on the bench during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets March 5, 2024,

Barca could move for Bayern striker Harry Kane if a deal for Atlético Madrid's Julián Álvarez falls through.

The Minnesota Lynx fired on all cylinders in the first half against the Phoenix Mercury at Mortgage Matchup Center.

Who would be the best pick for the Utah Jazz between AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson?

Monday brought status quo for Mitchell Robinson.

Growing up, Karl-Anthony Towns rooted for the Knicks. So, this run holds a special place in his heart, to see how excited New York City is about the Knicks again, after some dark times.

New York Knicks (53-29, third in the Eastern Conference) vs. San Antonio Spurs (62-20, second in the Western Conference) San Antonio; Wednesday, 8:30 p.m. EDT LINE: Spurs -4.5; over/under is 218.5 NBA FINALS: Spurs host first series matchup BOTTOM LINE: The San Antonio Spurs host the New York Knicks to open the NBA Finals. San Antonio and New York tied the regular season series 1-1. The Knicks won the last regular season meeting 114-89 on Sunday, March 1 led by 25 points from Mikal Bridges, w...

A giant looms in the paint.

PHOENIX — Defensive breakdowns and an inability to contain the Minnesota Lynx’s backcourt became major factors in the Phoenix Mercury’s 111-77 loss in their Commissioner’s Cup opener. Jun 1, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Noemie Brochant (1) shoots against Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.

Wales faces Ghana in an international friendly. Here’s how to watch, team form, betting odds and more.

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve could not have dreamt a better point guard for her scheme than Olivia Miles.

The Washington Mystics have already ruled Sonia Citron out for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Sky due to a foot injury.

ClutchPoints’ Week 3 WNBA power rankings

Former Knick Jamal Crawford, who is an analyst for NBC Sports and called the Western Conference Finals on NBC and Peacock alongside play-by-play man Mike Tirico and analyst Reggie Miller, takes a shot at some Q&A with Post columnist Steve Serby.

The Dallas Wings pulled out an ugly win against the Seattle Storm on Monday night, Paige Bueckers felt guilty about it.

The Canucks named Manny Malhotra -- who led Vancouver's AHL affiliate to the Calder Cup in 2025 -- as the franchise's next head coach on Monday.

The Indiana Fever and their star guard, Caitlin Clark, continue to command the WNBA spotlight. They entered their weekend matchup seeking consistency but instead experienced more early-season turbulence. Tensions boiled over during a second-quarter timeout against the Portland Fire.Television cameras…

Courtney Williams scored 30 points on 13-of-20 shooting, Olivia Miles had 19 points and nine assists, and the Minnesota Lynx eased past the Phoenix Mercury 111-77 on Monday night. Minnesota jumped out to a 35-22 lead after the first quarter, began the second on an 11-4 run and ended the half with 67 points. It was the third-most points in any half of a road game in WNBA history.

All of our experts see a series going at least six games.

Stephen Curry ended his sneaker free agency Monday.

Former Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic, the No. 1 player in the transfer portal this spring, has committed to Kentucky.

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Aziaha James scored 18 points off the bench, Paige Bueckers had 10 points, nine rebounds and seven assists and the Dallas Wings beat the Seattle Storm 79-56 on Monday night. Bueckers scored all 10 of her points in the first half to help Dallas lead 36-25. She finished the game 4 of 12 from the field as the Wings shot just 36%. Dallas began the third quarter on an 8-0 run to extend its lead to 44-25. Seattle did not make its first field goal of the second half until the...