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Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs had their season come to an end Tuesday night.

Donovan Mitchell Seen Doing the Saddest Thing After Cavs' Playoff Exit

The star guard needed some alone time after the loss.

Andy Nesbitt
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Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs had their season come to an end Tuesday night.

Donovan Mitchell Seen Doing the Saddest Thing After Cavs' Playoff Exit

The star guard needed some alone time after the loss.

Andy Nesbitt
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder prevailed in Game 5.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Shared the Secret to Thunder's Success After Game 5 Triumph

It took a total team effort to overcome an inspired Nikola Jokic.

Kyle Koster
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New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson is a great prop target in Game 5.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Knicks-Celtics, Jalen Brunson)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA playoff action on Wednesday, May 14.

Peter Dewey
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Nikola Jokic tried a new move against the Thunder.

Nikola Jokic Had the Funniest Offensive Foul of the NBA Playoffs

Nikola Jokic used Jaylin Williams’s arm to choke himself and the refs still called him for an offensive foul.

Stephen Douglas
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HEADLINES

Donovan Mitchell reacts during the Cavaliers’ Game 5 loss to Indiana.

Donovan Mitchell Was Profanely Honest While Discussing Cleveland’s Playoff Loss

Stephen Douglas
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Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner celebrates a made basket.

Myles Turner Had Three Words for Media That Picked Against Pacers

Madison Williams
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Max Strus shoots over Tyrese Haliburton during Game 5 of the Cleveland Cavaliers-Indiana Pacers series.

Max Strus's Unfortunate Group Text Message Goes Viral After Cavs Elimination

Stephen Douglas
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Tyrese Haliburton says so long to Cleveland for the season.

Tyrese Haliburton Waved Goodbye to Cavs Fans After Pacers’ Dagger Three

Stephen Douglas
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Actor Ben Stiller sits court side at a New York Knicks playoff game.

Knicks Superfan Ben Stiller Shares Classy Message for Jayson Tatum After Injury

Madison Williams
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A Cleveland Cavaliers fan couldn’t believe the team blew another lead.

Cavaliers Fan Shaking Head Perfectly Sums Up Bad Vibes During Pacers Comeback

Stephen Douglas
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James was wondering where all those who said Haliburton was overrated were.

LeBron James Calls Out Tyrese Haliburton Detractors Amid Another Strong Playoff Game

Tim Capurso
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NBA commissioner Adam Silver.

Adam Silver Responds to Challenge of NFL’s Christmas Day Slate

Eva Geitheim
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Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers looks on during a preseason game.

Paige Bueckers Didn't Think Mavericks Winning NBA Draft Lottery Was Real at First

Madison Williams
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Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum

What Is the Celtics Record Without Jayson Tatum? Regular Season and Playoffs

Karl Rasmussen
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Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry will miss Thursday's Game 5 as he continues to recover from a hamstring strain.

Warriors Release Steph Curry's Injury Status for Game 5 vs. Timberwolves

Mike McDaniel
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Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum underwent surgery to repair a torn right Achilles on Tuesday.

Why the Celtics Opted for Surgery So Quickly After Jayson Tatum’s Achilles Tear

Mike McDaniel
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) defends Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards.

Anthony Edwards Revealed What He Told Steph Curry During Game 4 of Warriors-Timberwolves

Eva Geitheim
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Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has ruptured his Achilles tendon.

Celtics Star Jayson Tatum Ruptures Achilles, Out for Remainder of Playoffs

Mike McDaniel
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Irving and the Mavericks somehow landed the top pick in the NBA draft lottery after having just a 1.8% chance to do so.

Kyrie Irving Could Only Laugh About Mavericks' Improbable NBA Draft Lottery Win

Tim Capurso
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FEATURED

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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Murray flashes a grin while speaking to reporters.

Jamal Murray Still Motivated by Clippers Player Being Drafted Before Him

Tim Capurso
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Antetokounmpo and the Bucks likely saw their season end with Lillard’s injury.

Damian Lillard’s Injury Could End the Giannis Antetokounmpo Era in Milwaukee

Liam McKeone
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Leonard (2) is on a mission to get another NBA title.

Clippers Appear to Finally Have the Right Title-Pursuing Puzzle Pieces

Chris Mannix
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Feb 5, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Jon Scheyer talks with guard Cooper Flagg (2) against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Duke Basketball coach reacts to Mavericks winning first pick in NBA Draft, Cooper Flagg

Austin Veazey
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May 7, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers poses for a photo during the 2025 Dallas Wings Media Day. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Paige Bueckers reacts to Mavericks winning first overall pick in 2025 NBA Draft

Austin Veazey
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