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Edwards (left) and Gilgeous-Alexander will go head-to-head in the Western Conference Finals.

Video of Anthony Edwards Comparing Game to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Resurfaces

Anthony Edwards, in a February 2024 conversation with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, expressed his belief that he's a "better player" than SGA and Luka Doncic.

Tim Capurso
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Edwards (left) and Gilgeous-Alexander will go head-to-head in the Western Conference Finals.

Video of Anthony Edwards Comparing Game to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Resurfaces

Anthony Edwards, in a February 2024 conversation with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, expressed his belief that he's a "better player" than SGA and Luka Doncic.

Tim Capurso
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Stephon Castle looks up during a game against the Raptors.

NBA Announces 2025 All-Rookie Teams

Which 10 rookies made the cut?

Patrick Andres
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LeBron James during his 'Mind the Game' podcast with Steve Nash.

LeBron James Had Bummed Out Line About How Older Players Hurt the Game He Loves

James says the criticism of the modern NBA has hurt his appreciation for the game and players he grew up watching.

Dan Lyons
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Kevin Durant guarded by Kyrie Irving during a December matchup between the Mavericks and Suns.

DeMarcus Cousins Has Some Bold Predictions About the Mavs' No. 1 Pick

DeMarcus Cousins thinks the Mavericks should pass on Cooper Flagg, but will probably just trade the pick.

Stephen Douglas
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HEADLINES

NBA TV analyst Charles Barkley talks on a show.

ESPN President Confirms Plans for Charles Barkley, 'Inside the NBA' Next Season

Madison Williams
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Mike Greenberg says superteams are over.

Mike Greenberg Celebrates Death of Superteams in NBA

Kyle Koster
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Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault reacts after a play against the Orlando Magic in the fourth quarter at Kia Center.

Thunder Coach Had Blunt Take on Timberwolves’ Chris Finch Complaining to Refs About Fouls

Kristen Wong
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Dwyane Wade offered this thoughts on Jimmy Butler's quiet playoff exit.

Dwyane Wade Took Not-So-Subtle Shot at Jimmy Butler Over Playoff Struggles

Kyle Koster
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Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle is a solid prop target on Tuesday.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Timberwolves-Thunder, SGA, Julius Randle)

Peter Dewey
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Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton at WWE Monday Night Raw on June 24, 2024.

Tyrese Haliburton Is Taking His WWE Lore to a New Level

Brigid Kennedy
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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards on May 12, 2025.

How to Stream the NBA Conference Finals Without Cable

Brigid Kennedy
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Haliburton and Brunson will square off in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Updated NBA Playoff Bracket After Second Round: Breaking Down the Conference Finals

Mike Kadlick
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The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers are set for a playoff rematch from the 2024 Eastern Conference semifinals.

2025 NBA Conference Finals Schedule: Dates, Start Times & TV Channels

Mike McDaniel
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on May 18, 2025.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Had High Praise for Thunder Fans After Game 7 Win

Brigid Kennedy
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Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams earned a fine for his shirt choice at the Game 7 postgame press conference after the win over the Denver Nuggets.

Thunder Star Jalen Williams Fined $25,000 for Game 7 Postgame Press Conference Attire

Mike McDaniel
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Actor Ben Stiller during the 2024 NBA playoffs on May 14, 2024.

Knicks Devotee Ben Stiller Praises Tyrese Haliburton's Sweet Gesture for Pacers Fan

Brigid Kennedy
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New York Knicks guard Josh Hart on May 19, 2025.

Josh Hart Praises WWE 'Script' After Brunson-Haliburton Clip Resurfaces Ahead of ECF

Brigid Kennedy
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Flagg is the consensus top overall prospect in this year's draft

ESPN Insider Says Scouts Have Just One Cooper Flagg Question Ahead of NBA Draft

Liam McKeone
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Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell

Kendrick Perkins Harshly Blamed Donovan Mitchell for Cavaliers' Playoff Shortcomings

Karl Rasmussen
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FEATURED

Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 34.7 points per game this series.

Oklahoma City’s Stars Outplay Denver’s in Game 7’s Battle of MVP Contenders

Chris Mannix
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Pettiford had an outstanding showing in Chicago and has a fascinating decision on whether to return to Auburn or remain in the NBA draft.

NBA Draft Combine Standouts: Seven Players Who Shined in Scrimmages

Kevin Sweeney
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Bryant has emerged as a top-20 NBA draft prospect after averaging single-digit scoring in his freshman season in college.

Carter Bryant Leads Top NBA Draft Prospects Weighing Stay-or-Go Decisions at Combine

Kevin Sweeney
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Flagg has been projected as the top draft pick for months, but now we know which team will make the selection.

2025 NBA Mock Draft: Cooper Flagg to Mavericks, All First-Round Picks After Lottery

Kevin Sweeney
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Four-time All-Star and Dallas representative Rolando Blackman reacts after the Mavericks earned the No. 1 NBA draft pick during the draft lottery.

Mavericks Roar Back With No. 1 NBA Draft Pick, Right to Select Cooper Flagg

Chris Mannix
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Tatum scored 22 points to go along with nine rebounds and seven assists in Boston’s win.

Takeaways: Celtics Keep Knicks at Arm’s Length in Game 3 Rout

Chris Mannix
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Apr 24, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) moves the ball up court against the Denver Nuggets during the second half of game three in the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Lessons Every Eliminated NBA Playoff Team Learned From the First Round

Liam McKeone
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Bryant is in a good position whether he returns to Arizona or turns pro.

NBA Draft Decisions: Top 15 Players Who Could Return to College or Turn Pro

Kevin Sweeney
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John Tesh appeared in NBC's video to officially announce the return of "Roundball Rock" to the network's NBA coverage.

John Tesh Talks Return of ‘Roundball Rock’ to NBC’s NBA Coverage

Jimmy Traina
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Curry will be out at least one week with a hamstring strain.

How the Warriors Can Survive Steph Curry’s Absence

Liam McKeone
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Reggie Miller did not have a clean, crisp broadcast in Game 1 of the Knicks-Celtics series.

Reggie Miller Had a Rough Fourth Quarter and Overtime in Knicks’ Upset Over Celtics

Jimmy Traina
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Brunson moves the ball against Holiday in overtime of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Knicks-Celtics Takeaways: Jalen Brunson Heats Up, Celtics’ Shooting Woes

Chris Mannix
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The Jokic vs. Gilgeous-Alexander matchup is key to their second-round series.

The Matchup That Will Decide Each NBA Playoff Second-Round Series

Liam McKeone
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Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves will get a four-day break between Games 5 and 6 in their series against the Warriors.

Nobody Knows How to Drag Out the Playoffs Like the NBA

Jimmy Traina
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L.A. has a huge summer ahead.

Lakers Didn’t Fail, but Urgency to Build a Title Team Is Real

Chris Mannix
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