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Trump, Mamdani, Elmo and the NBA finals

A president, a mayor and a muppet have little in common — except New York's growing NBA Finals obsession

Salon

On This Day in History, June 7: Mahatma Gandhi train incident, Vatican City's creation, Battle of Midway, Harry Potter's stage debut, Boeing 777's intro and many more events

On This Day in History, June 7, the world witnessed several landmark events that shaped politics, warfare, sports and social change. The date is associated with Mahatma Gandhi's defining train incident in South Africa, the founding of the Basketball Association of America, which later became the NBA, the Battle of…

The Economic Times

The Seattle Storm used to be the ‘tail’ on the ‘dog’ of its NBA counterpart. Now the WNBA team is leading the city’s basketball revival

“It's the Sonics and the Storm; it's the Storm and the Sonics,” team co-owner Ginny Gilder said. “It's bread and butter, apple pie and vanilla ice cream. They belong together.”

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Pearl Details, Color-blocking, and Basketball Designs Lead the Best Nail Looks of the Week

Plus, color-blocking, basketball details, and more best nail looks of the week.

Marie Claire

Trump says those who can’t afford soaring $8,000 NBA Finals tickets can watch on TV

Donald Trump confirmed he will attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on Monday, but appeared unmoved by the soaring ticket prices keeping many basketball fans from doing the same.

The Independent UK

Denzel goes one-on-one with an NBA legend in this Spike Lee drama — and you can stream it for free right now

Spike Lee's sports drama pitting Denzel Washington against an NBA Hall of Famer is a must-watch now that you can stream it for free.

Tom’s Guide

Karl-Anthony Towns’s Vulnerability in Knicks’ NBA Finals Game 2 Win Carries Well Beyond Basketball

Karl-Anthony Towns said he got a sign from his late mother as the Knicks walked away with a remarkable win to take a 2–0 lead on the Spurs.

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Kalshi College Basketball Market Sees Florida Widen Gap on Duke

Kalshi is favoring the Florida Gators to be the number one ranked team in the AP Poll to start the 2026-26 college basketball season.

Sports Illustrated

A basketball stadium will be great, but other sports need fields too

Letters: 'As the president of a new club that also has a vision, I am less than excited about the loss of two established fields'

Newcastle Herald

NBA finals: in a mud wrestle shaped by 53 years of dread, Jalen Brunson was the difference

The New York Knicks are fighting history as well as the Spurs. On Wednesday night in San Antonio, they took a crucial step towards defeating both

The Guardian - US

Michigan and Duke Will Reportedly Play Men’s Basketball in a Baseball Stadium

Television appears set to carry the day.

Sports Illustrated

How ’Nova Knicks Can Make Basketball History in NBA Finals vs. Spurs

National champions at Villanova, Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges and Josh Hart can now enter rarified air with an NBA Finals triumph.

Sports Illustrated

Knicks’ 12th Straight Playoff Win Matches Historic 1999 Spurs. Only One Legendary Team Has a Longer Streak

New York’s winning streak is one of the most dominant in basketball history.

Sports Illustrated

Victor Wembanyama Named 'NBA 2K27' Cover Athlete Ahead of Spurs, Knicks Finals

Victor Wembanyama becomes the NBA 2K27 cover athlete after a dominant playoff run, improving his status as one of basketball's brightest stars.

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The Conversation

Game changers: how a stroke of paint transformed basketball, and the athletes who play it

When basketball was invented by medical doctor James Naismith in 1891 – to keep American football players active during winter – all baskets were worth two points, regardless of where they were shot from.

Golf Monthly

LeBron James Gifts Nelly Korda Customized Nike Golf Shoes Ahead Of US Women's Open

Korda heads to Riviera Country Club as the favorite, and will hope that a gift from basketball royalty can get her over the line for a first US Women's Open title

Radio France Internationale

French star Wembanyama leads Spurs into NBA finals showdown with Knicks

French basketball star Victor Wembanyama will be in the spotlight when his San Antonio Spurs side take on the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday.

The Guardian - US

The WNBA has depth, and its expansion teams are proving it

Around the league, former role players are breaking through as stars for their new squads. Plus: the Mercury’s slump and the fits we can’t get enough of

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NBA finals 2026 predictions: will Wembanyama and the Spurs halt the red-hot Knicks?

Will New York end their long wait for a title? Our contributors pick the winner, key players and dark horses before the season’s grand finale tips off

France 24

‘We love Wemby’: San Antonio embraces French star ahead of NBA Finals

Since Frenchman Victor “Wemby” Wembanyama came to San Antonio, locals say the Spurs have opened a new chapter and are confident the young basketballer will help the team secure a sixth title in the upcoming NBA final. "It's a great team. At the very top is Wemby; when he's on…

International Business Times UK

How Did Rick Adelman Die? Real Cause of Death and Inside His Incredible Legacy as Basketball Coach

Rick Adelman, a Hall of Fame basketball coach, has passed away at 79. Known for his innovative coaching style, he leaves behind a legacy of mentorship and excellence in the NBA.

Sports Illustrated

Men’s College Basketball Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings: Where Teams Land As Rosters Settle

The last two national champions will battle for that preseason top spot after excellent offseason work.

The Independent UK

Texas’ Abbott wheelchair-dunks on NY gov as Trump sits courtside in MAGA Knicks-Spurs troll before Hochul claps back

Basketball fans quickly pushed back against the social media post, accusing the Texas governor of using the team to push his own politics

The Guardian - US

The human in excelsis: why Victor Wembanyama is unlike anyone basketball has ever seen

For years the NBA has wondered what would happen if it had a giant who could do everything. The San Antonio Spurs star has given us an answer

SuperWest Sports

Home Winning % in Last 15 Years for Men’s Hoops in West

Gonzaga and Arizona have logged the most home men's basketball victories over the past 15 years in the West.

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