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Thirty-five years ago today, Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls captured their first NBA championship, beating the Lakers 108-101 in a moment that changed basketball history. The victory marked the beginning of a dynasty that would inspire millions.
The NBA's next generation of stars lit up All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, with Team Vince taking home the Rising Stars Championship. Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe led his squad to victory in a thrilling showcase of young talent.
NBA star James Harden traded himself to Cleveland to finally win his first title, choosing championship dreams over staying in his hometown. The move pairs two of the league's top scorers and gives the 36-year-old veteran his best shot yet at the trophy that's eluded him.
On June 1, 1979, the Seattle SuperSonics claimed the city's first major professional sports championship, defeating the Washington Bullets 97-93 to win the NBA Finals 4-1. The historic victory brought Seattle its long-awaited championship glory and sparked celebrations across the Pacific Northwest.
The New York Knicks pulled off the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history, erasing a 29-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106. One game away from their first championship in 53 years, the team showed that no lead is safe when heart meets determination.
French basketball sensation Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs past the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder to reach the NBA Finals. The 22-year-old is now four wins away from fulfilling what he calls "the meaning of my life."
The New York Knicks swept into the NBA Finals for the first time since 1973, bringing hope to a city that's waited more than half a century for another championship. Legend Walt "Clyde" Frazier, who won the last title, says he's ready to share the spotlight with this generation of heroes.
Former NBA star Ben Simmons just captured his first professional championship, trading the basketball court for the open ocean. His South Florida Sails dominated the Sport Fishing Championship Blue Marlin Open in the Bahamas this past weekend.
A Glasgow physiotherapist who flew to Canada in 1974 with $300 and no job became the only Brit to win an NBA championship ring—six times over. At 74, Alex McKechnie is still revolutionizing how athletes recover from career-ending injuries.
The NBA's redesigned All-Star Game brought back real competition as young stars battled through a three-team tournament that had players actually trying to win. Anthony Edwards took home MVP honors after USA Stars claimed the championship in a format that finally got athletes excited to play defense.
Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg turned down a likely first-round NBA draft pick to return to college basketball, and it's paying off spectacularly. The 23-year-old just led the Wolverines to their 34th win with a dominant 23-point, 12-rebound performance against Alabama.
French basketball phenom Victor Wembanyama is one win away from capturing an NBA championship in just his third season with the San Antonio Spurs. The 22-year-old faces the resilient New York Knicks, who are chasing their first title since 1973.
The New York Knicks entered the playoffs with +2200 odds to win it all, the longest shot in 40 years. Now they're four wins away from the most improbable championship in NBA history.
The New York Knicks erased a 29-point deficit to stun the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, completing the largest comeback in championship history. OG Anunoby's game-winning putback with seconds remaining puts the Knicks one win away from their first title in 53 years.
The San Antonio Spurs guard who dominated New Jersey basketball is headed to the championship series as a rookie. His journey from state champion to NBA Finals contender shows how quickly talent and hard work can take you to the top.
LeBron James just passed the ball to his son Bronny for a basket during a Lakers game, creating the first assist between a father and son in NBA history. The moment came just days after the two became the first father-son duo to share an NBA court.
The New York Knicks are heading to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 after sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93. The team's dominant 11-game playoff winning streak has their city dreaming of championship glory again. #
The New York Knicks pulled off the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history, erasing a 29-point deficit to beat San Antonio 107-106 on a last-second tip-in. The resilient victory puts them one win away from their first championship in 52 years.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed a playful executive order allowing kids to stay up past bedtime for the NBA Finals. The Knicks are heading to their first championship series in 27 years.
Four curlers from Minnesota just brought home a state championship trophy and are heading to nationals. Team Berg swept the competition at the 2026 Minnesota Women's Club Championship.
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