Basketball News · LatestMonday, Jun 8, 2026

For Kelsey Plum, the conversation around the Sparks’ defense turned into a call to action. Against the Portland Fire, she set out to prove a point on that end of the floor.

The NBA Finals are back in New York and the hype is unavoidable. The Knicks are two wins from their first championship since 1973 and it seems everyone in the city wants the chance to see it. It feels like more of a major event than any basketball game, and Victor Wembanyama was asked if the chaos could be a distraction for his San Antonio Spurs.

Dominick Barlow earned himself a standard NBA contract with the Sixers this season, but a major weakness in his game will have to be improved for a successful year two.

Atlanta has now locked up Onsi Saleh as head of basketball operations, keeping the Hawks brain trust in place.

The pressure is now entirely on the Knicks. Can the Spurs take advantage and play free again?

Who’s your pick for NBA Finals MVP?

Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks have been in complete control so far

The LA Sparks are in unprecedented territory when it comes to defensive end, but for all the wrong reasons. As reported by Sparks beat writer Justin Russo, the Sparks currently have a defensive rating of 115.

How to watch the Dallas Wings play the Washington Mystics this Monday.

Bryant Park will serve as a Knicks watch party location for Monday night’s NBA Finals match-up, giving thousands of fans the chance to come together and watch the hometown heroes battle the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3.

The opening acts have already been electric. But Monday could be historic.

A run of savvy selections in the early 2010s built the Warriors' foundation of a dynasty — but that well has dried up.

Here are potential adjustments the Spurs should consider for the must-win Game 3.

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder has agreed to a multiyear contract extension, sources told ESPN's Shams Charnia.

Quin Synder is sticking with the Hawks for years to come.

SportsLine's Mike Barner reveals his New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs Game 3 NBA playoff picks for Monday

The Fever travel to DC to take on the Mystics on Monday night.

Elsewhere, the Dream are still struggling against winning teams and the Fire are burning out

How to watch the Knicks vs. Spurs Game 3 in the NBA finals.

Angel Reese knows what it’s like to face media scrutiny as a WNBA rookie. It was only natural, then, that she’d come to the aid of a first-year center who appeared to be dealing with the jitters in front of reporters.

This Friday night, Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty pulled off a win over the Indiana Fever of Caitlin Clark, 83-75. They did so on the back of a commanding performance by Breanna Steward, who was the most productive player on the court with 30-points.

Azzi Fudd’s relationship with former UConn Huskies teammate Paige Bueckers has been one of the leading storylines surrounding her so far in her short professional career. By chance of the WNBA Draft lottery, after being selected first overall, she ended up playing next to her longtime college teammate and girlfriend, Paige Bueckers.

The Spurs will need to make some tweaks while continuing to rely on those who have excelled so far to mount a comeback.

The Spurs threw a harder punch. The Knicks still won. Our Finals correspondence continues as the series heads to NYC.

A law office and private-equity firm purchased the seats.

The Dallas Maveriks should pass on Karim Lopz

NBA commissioner Adam Silver also said the high ticket prices were "frustrating," yet acknowledged the market sets those rates.

Ahead of Games 3 and 4, a number of Big Apple staples have extended an invitation to the Spurs star.

No, the Sun and Storm aren’t focused on winning now. But, are the teams building strong future foundations?

Having just turned 19, time — and talent — are on Lopez’s side