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The uncomfortable lesson for the Los Angeles Lakers down 3-0
For generations, the Lakers have been guided by a single strategy: get and keep stars. OKC's dominance is showing how antiquated that strategy truly is.
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How the Oklahoma City Thunder became the NBA's newest villains
The Lakers are the latest team to cry foul over the way Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder are officiated.
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Inside the secret NBA lottery room ahead of the 2026 draft
Before one of the most anticipated drafts in recent memory, here's everything that transpired as the ping-pong balls were selected.
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San Antonio, Minnesota meet with series tied 2-2
Minnesota Timberwolves (49-33, sixth in the Western Conference) vs. San Antonio Spurs (62-20, second in the Western Conference)
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NBA offseason: Draft, free agency, trade targets for eliminated teams
Summer is here for 23 NBA franchises. What lies ahead for the 76ers, Celtics, Warriors, Wizards and every eliminated team?
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Anthony Edwards rallies Wolves, dedicates game to late mother
Anthony Edwards rallied the Timberwolves with 16 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter to help even the series with a Spurs team missing Victor Wembanyama.
