6 minutes ago

LeBron James Called a One-Man Show After Lakers Blowout Loss in Game 1

Stephen A. Smith said James “did his job,” but called him “a one-man show” after the Lakers’ 108-90 Game 1 loss to Oklahoma City. He cited their playoff-worst 17.7 turnovers per game, Luka Doncic’s absence, and Austin Reaves’ oblique recovery. Smith said the Thunder looked unfazed, comparing them to a fighter walking through every punch.

By Raahib Singh

16 minutes ago

Minnesota's Plan For Victor Wembanyama is To Wear-Him-Out: Vince Goodwill

Goodwill said Minnesota kept attacking Wembanyama in Game 1 despite getting blocked 12 times, calling it “a strategy” designed to drain him. The Spurs rookie finished with 11 points, 15 rebounds and 12 blocks, but went 0-for-8 from three. Game 2 brings a new officiating crew after Chris Finch publicly questioned a disputed goaltending call.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 hour ago

Jay Williams Sees Star Logic in a Giannis-Jaylen Brown Trade

Williams called the idea “more than interesting” on Get Up, arguing Milwaukee would want a star back if Giannis moved. He said Brown fits because he’s “out there and a star,” while Boston must decide whether the Bucks’ franchise player could help Tatum. Another panelist pushed back, saying the deal looked “great for Milwaukee.”

By Raahib Singh

about 2 hours ago

Alperen Sengun Tops Anonymous Player Poll for Most Overrated

Sengun drew 12.3% of 81 votes in The Athletic’s anonymous player survey, edging Rudy Gobert and Trae Young, who each received 8.6%. Karl-Anthony Towns followed at 7.4%, while Paolo Banchero and Ja Morant landed at 4.9%. The poll also listed Deni Avdija, Scottie Barnes, Luka Doncic and Pascal Siakam at 3.7%, with several others receiving 2.5% or 1.2%.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 hours ago

Brian Windhorst Puts Lakers’ Game 2 Burden on Everyone Around LeBron James

Windhorst framed Game 2 as a supporting-cast test after Oklahoma City beat Los Angeles 108-90. “The Thunder make it so hard,” he said, noting Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard, and Austin Reaves combined to shoot 8-of-35 with about eight turnovers. With Luka Doncic out, even another 27-point James night may not be enough for Los Angeles to avoid an 0-2 hole.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 hours ago

What Playoff Games Are On Tonight? NBA Schedule (May 6th)

New York hosts Philadelphia at 7 PM ET after a 137-98 opener powered by Brunson’s 35 points, while Minnesota visits San Antonio at 9:30 PM after stealing Game 1, 104-102. Maxey said the Sixers “will be ready.” Anthony Edwards finished with 18 points, and Victor Wembanyama’s 11-15-12 line wasn’t enough, as both series hit early pressure points before shifting sites.

By Raahib Singh

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