David Adelman Named Permanent Nuggets Head Coach After Playoff Run

23 May 2025

David Adelman (Denver Nuggets)
May 2025

The Denver Nuggets have officially promoted David Adelman to head coach, removing his interim tag after he led the team to a Game 7 in the Western Conference semifinals against top-seeded Oklahoma City. Adelman took over following the surprise firing of Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth with just three regular-season games remaining.
Nuggets president Josh Kroenke praised Adelman’s leadership and relationship with players, especially Nikola Jokić, saying he preferred Adelman’s internal knowledge over hiring an outsider. Adelman had been Malone’s top assistant for eight years and guided the Nuggets through a turbulent yet promising postseason. Kroenke also acknowledged the team’s depth concerns and hinted at the need for offseason improvement despite limited draft capital.

Jokić Joins Russell & Bird with Historic MVP Feat

22 May 2025

Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets)
May 2025

Nikola Jokić became the third player in NBA history to finish top-2 in MVP voting for five straight seasons, joining legends Bill Russell and Larry Bird.
Jokić finished second in 2025 behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, adding to MVP wins in 2021, 2023, and 2024, and a second-place finish in 2022. He averaged 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists this season — one of the most statistically dominant years ever, yet not enough to claim the award.

Anthony Edwards’ Growth Sparks Timberwolves’ Title Charge

21 May 2025

Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
2024-25 NBA Season

After last year’s Western Conference finals exit, Anthony Edwards transformed into Minnesota’s leader, both mentally and statistically, thanks in part to his Team USA experience.
Edwards learned the value of team play from Olympic vets, resulting in career highs in points (27.6), 3P% (39.5), and 3PM (320). His improved unselfishness saw assist numbers rise and team offense surge. Minnesota finished the season 17-4 to clinch the No. 6 seed and now face Oklahoma City in the West Finals.

NBA Fines Thunder’s Jalen Williams for Profane Shirt

20 May 2025

Jalen Williams (Oklahoma City Thunder)
May 2025

The NBA fined Jalen Williams $25,000 for wearing a shirt with profane language during his postgame media appearance following OKC’s Game 7 win over Denver.
Williams wore a shirt that read “F— art, let’s dance” after scoring 24 points in the decisive win. The league issued the fine for violating media attire rules.

Michael Malone Joins ESPN for Western Conference Finals Coverage

20 May 2025

Michael Malone (Denver Nuggets > ESPN)
May 2025

Former Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone will join ESPN’s NBA Countdown team for the Western Conference finals between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder.
Malone, fired by Denver just before the playoffs despite leading the team to their first NBA title in 2023, will contribute on-site alongside Malika Andrews, Stephen A. Smith, Bob Myers, Kendrick Perkins, and Shams Charania. He replaces his coaching duties with a studio analyst role.

Thunder Crush Nuggets in Game 7 to Reach West Finals

19 May 2025

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets
May 19, 2025

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points as OKC routed Denver 125-93 in Game 7 to advance to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2016.
After trailing by 11 early, the Thunder dominated with a 39-20 second quarter and never looked back. Jalen Williams added 24 points, and OKC exposed Denver’s zone defense. They will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 on Tuesday.

Jaylen Brown Played Through Meniscus Tear in Playoff Run

18 May 2025

Jaylen Brown (Boston Celtics)
Final month of 2024-25 season

Jaylen Brown played through a partially torn right meniscus during the end of the season and playoffs, receiving pain injections since March. He averaged 22.1 points and 7.1 rebounds in the postseason.
Despite the injury, Brown modified his game and pushed through pain to help the Celtics reach the Eastern Conference semifinals. He’ll be evaluated this week to determine if surgery is needed

Celtics Eliminated by Knicks in Game 6 Blowout, End Title Defense

17 May 2025

Boston Celtics
Friday, May 2025

The Celtics were eliminated from the playoffs following a 119-81 blowout loss to the Knicks in Game 6, ending their Eastern Conference semifinal series and title defense.
Already reeling from Jayson Tatum’s season-ending Achilles injury, Boston couldn’t match New York’s intensity, shooting just 33% and trailing by as many as 41. Jaylen Brown fouled out after scoring 20 points with 7 turnovers, while Kristaps Porzingis continued to struggle with illness. A costly roster with an uncertain future awaits.

Murray Battles Illness, Nuggets Force Game 7 Against Thunder

16 May 2025

Jamal Murray (Denver Nuggets)
May 16, 2025 (Game 6)

Despite battling illness, Jamal Murray powered the Denver Nuggets to a 119-107 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 of their Western Conference semifinals. He posted 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists.
Murray received IV fluids and was only cleared to play 45 minutes before tipoff. He played 42 minutes and sparked Denver’s early momentum with 11 first-quarter points. Nikola Jokic added 29 points and 14 rebounds. The series heads to a decisive Game 7 in OKC on Sunday.

Phoenix Suns Face Fourth Employee Lawsuit Alleging Retaliation and Discrimination

16 May 2025

Gene Traylor (Phoenix Suns)
May 2025

Suns director of safety Gene Traylor has filed a federal lawsuit alleging retaliation, harassment, and discrimination after flagging multiple security and reputational risks within the organization. This is the fourth such lawsuit filed by a current or former Suns employee in seven months.
Traylor alleges he was demoted after presenting internal security failures and was discouraged from taking medical leave during cancer treatment. He joins several others claiming toxic workplace conditions, despite the NBA-mandated reforms following the Robert Sarver misconduct scandal.