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• Cavs final report card: Dennis Schroder

  15-06-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  May 11, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dennis Schroder (8) drives to the basket against Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins (24) during the first half of game four in the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images The Cleveland Cavaliers acquired Dennis Schroder in a deal alongside Keon Ellis with the Sacramento Kings for De’Andre Hunter around the trade deadline. Schroder was more of a sa
  
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• Bulls reportedly hiring Tiago Splitter as head coach as Chicago looks for fresh start

  15-06-2026 18:06 via cbssports.com
  
  Splitter spent last season as the Portland Trail Blazers' interim coach
  
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• Chicago Bulls reportedly hiring Tiago Splitter as new head coach

  15-06-2026 17:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Chicago Bulls are reportedly hiring former Portland Trail Blazers interim head coach Tiago Splitter as their next head coach, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Monday.Splitter took over as the Trail Blazers' head coach after Chauncey Billups was placed on immediate leave after being arrested for his alleged involvement in rigged poker games.Splitter, who has coached the team since the second game of the regular season, went 42–39 as head coach and helped lead the team to the play-in
  
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• Knicks title highlights shift from 'big three' championship model to depth, patience

  15-06-2026 17:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ingrained in the minds of fans is the classic model of how to build an NBA Champion: Get a bunch of superstars together. Miami's Big 3 with LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. Or Golden State's superstar core of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green (and eventually Kevin Durant). The Lakers with Kobe and Shaq (or later, Kobe and Pau Gasol). Larry Bird, Kevin McHale and Robert Parish in Boston. Compile multiple elite superstars, put the best affordable talent you can around them,
  
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• Spurs Fantasy Exit Interview: Finals loss won't stop Victor Wembanyama from being the 1.01 in drafts next season

  15-06-2026 16:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The San Antonio Spurs' remarkable journey to the NBA Finals ended on Saturday as they lost the series to the New York Knicks in five games, 4-1. Despite having several chances, questionable coaching decisions and late-game struggles ultimately cost them a shot at the championship. Yet, with the depth and skill on this roster, it's easy to see another deep playoff run happening next season. This exit interview examines a season defined by rapid growth, resilience and Victor Wembanyama's breakout.
  
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• Leon Rose built a Knicks champion the whole world could love

  15-06-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JUNE 13: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks and team owner James Dolan celebrate behind the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy after the victory against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 13, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo
  
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• Knicks championship run stacks up against best in history, but that's not the point

  15-06-2026 15:56 via cbssports.com
  
  Historical rankings are arbitrary and biased, but this New York title is forever
  
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• Hoosiers Daily News: OG Anunoby wins his second NBA championship

  15-06-2026 15:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 13: OG Anunoby #8 of the New York Knicks smiles after winning the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs during Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant /N
  
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• Isaiah Evans Update – A Future Celtic?

  15-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, IL - MAY 12: Isaiah Evans shoots the ball during the 2026 NBA Draft Combine on May 12, 2026 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images If you’re Cameron Boozer, you can more or less
  
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• Jalen Brunson a Knicks legend with NBA title; Stunning finish to UFC Freedom 250

  15-06-2026 14:52 via cbssports.com
  
  Plus, the USMNT has strong start in the World Cup
  
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• Will free agent Kelly Oubre Jr return to the Sixers?

  15-06-2026 14:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 08: Kelly Oubre Jr. #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates during Game Three of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 08, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Ge
  
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• Top 50 NBA offseason trade candidates: Giannis Antetokounmpo leads a list filled with big names

  15-06-2026 14:48 via cbssports.com
  
  Will the Bucks finally move Giannis? Are Jaylen Brown and Kawhi Leonard going anywhere? Will someone roll the dice on Ja or AD?
  
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• Rockets could trade with Wizards for Anthony Davis

  15-06-2026 14:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 03: Anthony Davis #3 of the Dallas Mavericks is defended by Amen Thompson #1 of the Houston Rockets during the second half at American Airlines Center on January 03, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Houston Rockets are expected to make some
  
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• Stuck in the Middle with You—The Week in Green

  15-06-2026 14:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JUNE 21: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts during the Boston Celtics Victory Event & Parade following their 2024 NBA Finals win at TD Garden on June 21, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images) | Getty Images Citi used to have a student loan management operation headquartered here in Sioux Falls.Some years ago, they announced they were getting out of the student loan business, and that put a big question mark around the people
  
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• The Wizards should draft AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick

  15-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PROVO, UT - FEBRUARY 7: AJ Dybantsa #3 of the Brigham Young Cougars calls a play agianst of the Houston Cougars during the half of their game at the Marriott Center on February 7, 2026 in Provo, Utah. (Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images During Will Dawkins and Michael Winger’s introductory press conference in June 2023, the duo outlined a multi-year plan to resurrect a dormant franchise in need of a major reset.After years of chasing NBA titles with a play-in roster, Wizar
  
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• The biggest Jalen Green question isn’t about scoring

  15-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oh, Jalen Green. What are we going to do with you?There are only two years left on your contract, but I feel like we barely know you. You surprised us with that injury. That was pretty sneaky. To be real, I can’t quite figure you out. Some plays, I’m shouting, “MVP.” Some plays, I’m shouting, “Why did you shoot that?” Sometimes I’m shouting, “Man, if only…”If only Jalen could finish at the rim, he’d be an All-Star. If only
  
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• Mavericks fans would like to see a coach hired right nw

  15-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TX - APRIL 29: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for a photo with Kyrie Irving #11 and Dereck Lively II #2 during the 2026-26 Rookie of the Year Presentation on April 29, 2026 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Glenn Jam
  
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• Jared McCain Takes In The US-Paraguay Match

  15-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MAY 30: Jared McCain #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives to the basket during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Game Seven of the Western Conference Finals on May 30, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by
  
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• Open Thread: David Robinson helps celebrate Habitat for Humanity’s 50th anniversary

  15-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Per a Spurs press release:“The San Antonio Spurs, alongside Friends of the Carver/IDEA and the David Robinson Fellowship Program, joined Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio on Friday, June 12, for a volunteer build day celebrating Habitat’s 50th anniversary. Nearly 250 volunteers participated in the effort, helping advance Habitat’s mission of creating affordable homeownership opportunities across the community. As part of the celebration, Spurs Sports & Entertainment and F
  
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• Joshua Jefferson is the type of connecting piece the Mavericks need next to Cooper Flagg

  15-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feb 16, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) drives past Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images | Reese Strickland-Imagn Images The back end of the 2026 NBA Draft is going to be quite the adventure for the league, including the Dallas Mavericks. The conglomerate of players who could go between picks 15 and 45 is truly fascinating. One of the players who seems
  
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• Knicks Bulletin: ‘I’m just proud of the guys’

  15-06-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Knicks fan holds a giant cutout of Knicks guard Jalen Brunson in midtown after the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to win the series, in New York, on June 14, 2026. The Knicks won the NBA Championship for the first time since 1973, for the third time in franchise history. (Photo by kena betancur / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images Second day waking up as a fan of the reigning NBA champs.Truth be told, it feels the same as it did yesterday,
  
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• The Knicks made a championship run that will be remembered in New York and in NBA history

  15-06-2026 07:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — By the time Jalen Brunson and the Knicks returned home, it was as easy to find something orange around New York as at Halloween.The city was caught up in this championship run for nearly two months and the party will last at least a few days more, with the Knicks' first parade through New York — they didn't have one in 1970 or '73 — scheduled for Thursday.The team will be remembered long after the confetti is picked up off the streets of Broadway — and not
  
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• Mikal Bridges finally gets chip off his shoulder with Knicks title win: ‘I’m still here’

  15-06-2026 06:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO — Over the past two seasons, there has been no bigger lightning rod on the Knicks roster than Mikal Bridges.He was an easy target for his inconsistency, but mostly because each of his performances was judged against the five first-round picks the Knicks used to get him from Brooklyn — picks that could have landed a superstar, such as Giannis Antetokounmpo.But in the early hours of Sunday morning, Bridges wore a hat and shirt that declared him an NBA champion, taking sips
  
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• Sell Me On Your Favorite Jazz Draft Prospect

  15-06-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EL SEGUNDO, CA - MAY 04: Darryn Peterson looks on during his workout on May 04, 2026 at Meyer Institute Of Sport in El Segundo, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images It’s happening right now in the Utah Jazz fro
  
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• Knicks let loose in championship festivities after months of hypnotic focus and resiliency

  15-06-2026 05:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 53-year wait was over. But there was still a bit of business to attend to before Jalen Brunson could begin to celebrate.It was fitting. He finished the job the same way he conducted himself throughout the whole process.With class. With humility. With champion identity.Immediately after the final buzzer of the Knicks’ 94-90 Game 5 win over the Spurs on Saturday night at the Frost Bank Center, which secured their first championship since 1973, Brunson — as euphoria erupted around h
  
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• Why is Bill Simmons so sure the Utah Jazz will draft Cameron Boozer?

  15-06-2026 05:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For most people familiar with the Utah Jazz, the answer to who the Jazz will select with the No. 2 overall pick comes down to whoever the Washington Wizards don’t select: AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson.But one prominent NBA media figure seems dead set in his stance that the Jazz will select Duke big man Cameron Boozer. For Bill Simmons, it’s not if the Jazz take Boozer, it’s when.“I would bet anything AJ (Dybantsa) is the first pick… and I think Boozer goes two,&rd
  
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• Could the Lakers make another run at Daniel Gafford?

  15-06-2026 04:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 24: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers is defended by Daniel Gafford #21 of the Dallas Mavericks during the first half at American Airlines Center on January 24, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lakers’ search for a center this su
  
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• NetsDaily Off-Season Report – No. 8

  15-06-2026 04:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: A view of the center court logo is seen prior to the game between the Denver Nuggets and the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on January 04, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Evan Bernstein/Getty Images) | Getty Images We’ve tried to write this in our head more than a few
  
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• Can the Utah Jazz win a title in the NBA’s parity era?

  15-06-2026 04:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The NBA is in an unprecedented era of parity.When the New York Knicks beat San Antonio in game five on Saturday, it was the eighth unique NBA champion in the past eight seasons, dating back to the Toronto Raptors’ title in 2019. That’s 26.67% of the league that has won a title in less than a decade.For fans of the Utah Jazz, there are two questions regarding this unique time in the NBA’s history: How long will the parity era last, and can the Jazz strike while the iron is hot?D
  
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• Precious Achiuwa shares cryptic post following Knicks historic championship win

  15-06-2026 04:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One former Knick was feeling a little left out amid the celebration over the Knicks’ first championship in 53 years on Saturday night. Precious Achiuwa, who played for the Knicks for parts of two seasons, took to social media an hour or so after the game and posted a meme from Nickelodeon show “SpongeBob SquarePants” of SpongeBob and Patrick joyously playing outside while Squidward watched through the blinds of his house.He had been a part of the Knicks during the 2023-24
  
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