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The Cardinal posted a 20-13 record, captured the College Basketball Crown for the second straight year, and set numerous program milestones while looking ahead to a top recruiting class.
Toni Kukoc blasts the Spurs for blowing a 29‑point lead in Game 4, praises the Knicks' hunger and Jalen Brunson, and decries the league’s analytics‑driven style.
The New York Knicks celebrated their NBA championship with a citywide parade, while the league grapples with offseason questions surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama and coaching vacancies across the country.
The 2026 NBA Finals ended in a five‑game defeat for the San Antonio Spurs, prompting star Victor Wembanyama to vow a stronger return by 2027 while rookie Dylan Harper shines.
The New York Knicks clinched their first NBA title since 1973, rallying from a 16‑point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 94‑90 in Game 5. Jalen Brunson was named MVP after scoring 45 points, while city officials announced a Thursday parade to commemorate the triumph.
After labeling the Spurs the ‘dumbest basketball team in the history of civilization,’ Barkley clarified his remarks, apologized to coach Mitch Johnson, and urged the league to hire more Black head coaches.
Charles Barkley stepped into the spotlight to set the record straight after his recent criticism of the San Antonio Spurs, emphasizing that his remarks targeted players rather than coach Mitch Johnson and reaffirming his advocacy for more young Black coaches in the league.
Charles Barkley explains that his controversial comments were aimed at the players, not coach Mitch Johnson, and reflects on the Spurs’ collapse, the Knicks’ Game 4 win, and the push for more young Black coaches in the league.
The San Antonio Spurs squandered a massive advantage against the New York Knicks, prompting legendary analyst Charles Barkley to call the team the 'dumbest basketball team in the history of civilization.'
The Knicks rallied from a 29‑point hole to beat the Spurs 107‑106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, seizing a 3‑1 series lead and edging closer to their first title since 1973.
Charles Barkley denounced the San Antonio Spurs as the "dumbest basketball team in the history of civilization" after they squandered a 29‑point lead, paving the way for a New York Knicks comeback and a predicted title run.
The New York Knicks lead the NBA Finals 2-0 over the San Antonio Spurs, setting up a Game 3 at Madison Square Garden that will feature President Donald Trump in the stands and a storied arena atmosphere.
Victor Wembanyama’s scoring surge and the Spurs’ collective belief keep hope alive after two losses to the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals.
The Knicks hold a 2‑0 edge over the Spurs, with Game 3 set to feature President Donald Trump, sky‑high ticket prices and a 13‑game winning streak.
The NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs promise a historic showdown, with Game 1 expected to draw over 20 million viewers.
From floor‑stretching to defensive versatility, Wembanyama’s skill set is echoing the legacies of Durant, Curry, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, inspiring a new wave of players like Chet Holmgren and Naz Reid.
Gregg Popovich, now President of Spurs Basketball, remains a guiding force for the San Antonio Spurs as they head into the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. His wisdom, experience, and off‑court presence continue to shape players and coaches alike.
The Oklahoma City Thunder saw their championship hopes evaporate in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals, succumbing to a San Antonio Spurs squad led by rising star Victor Wembanyama.
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals, advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2014. Victor Wembanyama scored 22 points, and Julian Champagnie added 18, leading the Spurs to victory. The Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with 35 points, fell short despite a strong effort. The Spurs will face the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals, starting with Game 1 on Wednesday night.
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 in the Western Conference finals, advancing to the NBA Finals where they will meet the New York Knicks. Victor Wembanyama’s 22 points and defensive accolades headline the win.
The San Antonio Spurs routed the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-91 in Game 6, tying the series and pushing it to a Game 7 in Oklahoma City. Victor Wembanyama led the charge with 28 points and 10 rebounds, while the Spurs look to capture the NBA Finals berth.
A deep‑seated connection between San Antonio and Seattle surfaces in the Western Conference finals, where the Spurs' coaching staff traces its lineage to the city's basketball heritage while the league eyes a possible return of the SuperSonics.
The NBA playoffs have reached a crescendo that feels like a living laboratory for basketball evolution, with the Spurs and Thunder leading a new era of play.
After a disappointing Game 3, Gregg Popovich’s locker‑room address ignited the San Antonio Spurs, leading to a standout showing by Victor Wembanyama and strategic defensive changes that forced a 2‑2 series tie. Game 5 is set for Tuesday night in Oklahoma City, broadcast on NBC and Peacock.