6 minutes ago

LeBron James Says Game 6 vs Rockets Was About Composure, Not Panic

James said Houston’s push from 3-0 to 3-2 added “nerves and anxiety,” but he embraced his role as L.A.’s leader before Game 6. “We’re here for a reason,” he told teammates. James said he focused on breathing confidence into the group, setting the tone, limiting mistakes, and helping the Lakers finally “put together a complete game.”

By Raahib Singh

15 minutes ago

Windhorst Praises Timberwolves' Mental Toughness Against Wembanyama's Record 12 Blocks

Despite Wembanyama's postseason-record 12 blocks in a 104-102 Game 1 loss, Windhorst was most impressed by Minnesota's resolve. "Getting in there was like a taxi driver trying to get LaGuardia during a General Assembly," Windhorst said. "They never stopped, they never backed off...that is what was so impressive. The mental approach is what you're gonna need against Victor Wembanyama."

By Adit Pujari

16 minutes ago

LeBron James Dismisses the 15-1 ESPN Poll That Picked Houston

James said the Lakers ignored outside picks before beating Houston in six. “It doesn’t matter what the bookmaker are saying or the experts, so-called experts are saying,” he said. “The game is always won in between the four lines.” ESPN’s panel had 15 of 16 analysts picking the Rockets, but James said preparation and belief drove L.A. forward.

By Raahib Singh

19 minutes ago

Jay Williams Sees a Championship Ceiling After Knicks’ Game 1 Rout of Sixers

Williams said New York showed a championship ceiling after its 137-98 Game 1 rout. “They felt like they were a team that can win an NBA championship,” he said. Jalen Brunson scored 35, Karl-Anthony Towns added 21, Mikal Bridges had 18, and OG Anunoby had 18. New York forced 19 turnovers in its most impressive performance of the season.

By Raahib Singh

24 minutes ago

Tina Charles Announces Retirement After 15 WNBA Seasons: "It Was All a Dream"

Charles, the WNBA's career leader in rebounds and field goals, has announced her retirement after 15 seasons with six franchises. The 37-year-old retires second in WNBA history in points scored with 8,396, behind only Diana Taurasi. A three-time Olympic gold medalist, two-time NCAA champion and 2012 MVP, she wrote on social media: "It was all a dream."

By Adit Pujari

33 minutes ago

Christian Braun Takes Full Blame for Nuggets' First-Round Exit

"I'm the vocal leader of this team," Braun said, taking full accountability for Denver's first-round exit. "I didn't play well enough as an individual, and I didn't have this team ready enough." The 25-year-old averaged 5.5 points in the final four games on his new $125 million deal. "We'll be better. I'll be better. I'm looking forward to next year."

By Adit Pujari

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