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Jakob Poeltl reacts during a game against the Warriors.

Raptors Unwilling to Part With Surprising Veteran in Potential Kevin Durant Trade

Toronto already traded him once.

Jakob Poeltl reacts during a game against the Warriors.

Raptors Unwilling to Part With Surprising Veteran in Potential Kevin Durant Trade

Toronto already traded him once.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) is helped off the court by after an injury in the second half during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Lamar Jackson Sent Special Gift to Jayson Tatum Amid Recovery From Torn Achilles

Jayson Tatum tore his achilles during the NBA playoffs last month.

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant on Mar 12, 2025.

Kevin Durant Purchases Minority Stake in Paris Saint-Germain

The two-time NBA champion will advise on PSG's 'multi-sport strategy.'

Kevin Durant and DeMarcus Cousins were teammates on the ’18-’19 Golden State Warriors.

Kevin Durant Strongly Denies DeMarcus Cousins’s Explosive Claim About This Year’s Suns

'We NEVER got close to this.'

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Brewers play-by-play caller, Brian Anderson, had fun with "finance bro" during Milwaukee's game against the Cubs.

Brian Anderson Gave the Best Play-By-Play Call of the Year

Pacers PA announcer Troy Pepper reacts to Pascal Siam’s poster dunk during Game 6 of the NBA Finals.

Pacers PA Announcer Had a Priceless Reaction to the Pascal Siakam Dunk

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander loses control of the ball against Obi Toppin and T.J. McConnell.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Breaks Down the One Thing OKC Needs to Fix Before Game 7

Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell on Jun 19, 2025.

T.J. McConnell Makes NBA Finals History After Big Performance in Crucial Game 6

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

SI:AM | Game 7 Baby

Tyrese Haliburton on June 19, 2025.

Tyrese Haliburton Drops Funny Line About 'Love Island' After Rallying for Game 6 Win

T.J. McConnell’s dad joined his NBA TV interview after Game 6.

T.J. McConnell’s Dad Crashed His Son’s Interview, Had Heartwarming Dad-Coded Answers

Brandin Podziemski taunts Caitlin Clark during a Valkyries win over the Fever.

Caitlin Clark Repeatedly Trolled By Brandin Podziemski During Fever Loss vs. Valkyries

Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers forced a Game 7 in the NBA Finals with a blowout win on Thursday.

Tyrese Haliburton Overcomes Injury in Pacers’ Blowout Win to Force NBA Finals Game 7

Indiana Pacers guard Haliburton dribbles the ball defended by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dort during the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Tyrese Haliburton Warns Pacers to Stay Away From 'Poison' Narrative Ahead of Game 7

Tyrese Haliburton played through injury to put up 14 points and five assists in the Pacers' Game 6 win over the Thunder to send the NBA Finals to Game 7.

One Game 7 Trend Points to the Pacers Finishing Off Their Epic NBA Finals Comeback

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander talks to his teammates during the waning minutes of Game 6 of the NBA Finals.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Simply Summed Up Thunder’s Mindset Heading Into Game 7

Jalen Williams (right) defends Pascal Siakam in the NBA Finals.

Jalen Williams Made Wrong Kind of NBA Finals History One Game After 40-Point Night

Indiana Pacers forward Johnson reacts after being ejected from the game during the second half of game six of the 2025 NBA Finals.

Pacers Enforcer James Johnson Hilariously Got Ejected in Two Minutes of Garbage Time

Siakam scored 16 points and grabbed 13 rebounds in the Pacers' Game 6 win.

Pascal Siakam, Pacers Dominate Thunder to Force Game 7 in NBA Finals

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Derik Queen was teammates with Cooper Flagg in high school at Montverde Academy and is also a projected top-10 NBA draft pick.

Cooper Flagg’s Montverde Makes Case for Best High School Team of All Time

Cooper Flagg’s Natural Talent Through His Hoops Journey Portends Limitless NBA Potential

Brian Windhorst is in the arena for the NBA Finals, but he does not watch the game courtside.

Here’s a Doozy of a Theory About Stephen A. Smith’s Solitaire Scandal

Jalen Williams scored 40 points in the Thunder’s Game 5 win.

Jalen Williams Pushes Thunder to Brink of NBA Championship With 40-Point Outburst

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 15 points in the fourth quarter to rally the Thunder to the Game 4 win.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Takes Over to Rally Thunder, Even NBA Finals at 2–2

Duke center Khaman Maluach (left) is expected to be the first big off the board in this year’s NBA draft.

NBA Draft Bigs Tiers: Khaman Maluach Can Be Defensive Anchor With Upside

Tyrese Haliburton had his signature moment of the NBA Finals in Game 3.

Tyrese Haliburton Draws Inspiration From Steph Curry in NBA Finals Game 3 Win

Kon Knueppel is the best all-around shooter in this NBA draft class.

NBA Draft Shooting Tiers: Kon Knueppel, Tre Johnson Have High-Lottery Upside

The Pacers need Tyrese Haliburton to be aggressive moving forward in the NBA Finals.

Key NBA Finals Adjustments for Pacers and Thunder Entering Game 3

Dylan Harper is the top point guard option in the 2025 NBA Draft.

NBA Draft Point Guard Tiers: Dylan Harper Ranks at Top of Class

Jalen Williams goes up to the basket during Game 2 of the NBA Finals as the Thunder evened the series 1–1.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Supporting Cast Power Thunder to NBA Finals Game 2 Win

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a solid statistical Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but faded down the stretch.

What the Thunder Need to Fix in Game 2 of the NBA Finals

Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton shoots the game-winner to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Tyrese Haliburton Adds to Sizzle Reel in Dramatic Comeback to Win NBA Finals Game 1

Adam Silver is annoyed by people lamenting a Pacers-Thunder NBA Finals.

Adam Silver Makes Shortsighted Mistake of Comparing NBA to NFL

Williams and Siakam will be key to their teams’ hopes at winning an NBA title.

NBA Finals: 10 Questions That Will Determine Thunder-Pacers Series

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Feb 12, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) controls the ball against Brooklyn Nets forward Ziaire Williams (8) during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

NBA Mock Trade: Nets Make Blockbuster Deal for Draft Pick, Former All-Star

Mar 12, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Ace Bailey (4) shoots the ball while USC Trojans guard Chibuzo Agbo (7) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Report: Ace Bailey's Agency Prefers He Play in New York or Atlanta

Jun 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) loses control of the ball against Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) and guard T.J. McConnell (right) during the first half in Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

OKC Thunder Flattened by Pacers' Adjusted Defensive Strategy in Game 6

Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) against Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

NBA Rumors: LeBron James' Retirement Plan, Kevin Durant Trade, Ace Bailey Saga

Charlotte Hornets second round NBA Draft target: Alijah Martin

Apr 10, 2022; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Jarrett Culver (23), guard De'Anthony Melton (0), guard Kyle Anderson (1), forward Santi Aldama (7) and guard Yves Pons (5) huddle up during a timeout during the second half against the Boston Celtics at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Former NBA Lottery Pick Signs With Surprise Team

Mar 16, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) dribbles the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

REPORT: Kevin Durant Controlling Suns Trade Market

Dec 8, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) defends Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Draymond Green's Harsh Prediction Before Thunder-Pacers Game 7

Mar 14, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall (13) is helped off the floor by center Dwight Powell (7) and guard Max Christie (00) after being fouled by the Houston Rockets in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Longest-tenured Maverick makes big contract decision