Finch asks NBA to review Dubs’ ‘shots at’ Gobert
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said his team submitted clips to the league office that showed what he believes was egregious contact made against center Rudy Gobert in Minnesota’s 99-88 Game 1 loss.
How Golden State wins without Steph: Playoff Jimmy to the rescue?
Steph Curry’s hamstring strain is a massive blow, but the Warriors’ addition of Jimmy Butler gives them a fighting chance.
Suit accuses ex-Laker Scott of ’87 sexual assault
A woman is suing former Lakers player and coach Byron Scott, accusing him of sexually assaulting her in 1987, when he was 26 and she was 15.
High on future, Rockets vow to ‘come back better’
Rockets coach Ime Udoka and GM Rafael Stone said the team took big steps this season but faces a “huge offseason” after being ousted in the first round of the playoffs.
Celtics’ Porzingis (illness) probable for Game 2
Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis has been listed as probable for Wednesday’s Game 2 against the New York Knicks with a non-COVID illness.
Sources: Injured Curry set to miss at least week
The Warriors expect Stephen Curry to miss at least one week with a Grade 1 left hamstring strain, sources told ESPN.
Celtics’ Holiday wins NBA’s social justice award
Celtics’ guard Jrue Holiday, who won the NBA’s sportsmanship award last week, added another honor Wednesday, picking up the league’s Social Justice Champion award for this season.
Betting buzz: Curry injury shifts Warriors-Timberwolves Game 2 line five points
As oddsmakers continue to monitor Stephen Curry’s hamstring strain, the Warriors’ odds to win Game 2 against the Timberwolves have moved dramatically.
OKC’s Presti named NBA’s executive of the year
Sam Presti of the Oklahoma City Thunder was announced Tuesday as the NBA’s executive of the year, the reward for building that team into a juggernaut that won a league-best 68 games this season.
NBA playoff odds: Big changes after Game 1 wins by Knicks, Nuggets
An updated listing of the odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP.