Oklahoma City Thunder
March 2025
The Thunder secured a playoff spot after defeating the Celtics 118-112, sweeping the season series against the defending champions.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with 34 points, while Chet Holmgren added 23 points and 15 rebounds. The win marks OKC’s second straight postseason appearance, with sights set on a deep run.
James Harden, Damian Lillard
March 2025
With Harden at 3,127 threes and Lillard at 2,794, they are the closest active players to Curry’s 4,000 three-pointer milestone.
Given their playing styles and shot volume, both stars have a chance to break the barrier in the coming seasons, but Curry’s record may stand for years to come.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets
Sunday, Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals
The Thunder outlasted the Nuggets 92-87, tying the series 2-2 after shutting out Denver 12-0 in clutch time, a reversal from earlier games.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 9 of his 25 points in the fourth, while OKC’s bench, led by Cason Wallace and Aaron Wiggins, sparked an 11-0 rally. Denver’s late miscues, including a five-second violation, proved costly.
Stephen Curry
April 2026
Stephen Curry scored 35 points with seven threes as Golden State came back to beat the Clippers 126-121 in the play-in tournament. The win kept the Warriors alive and sent them on to face Phoenix for the West’s final playoff spot. Golden State erased a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit behind Curry’s scoring burst, four late Al Horford threes, and Draymond Green’s defense on Kawhi Leonard. The victory was one of the Warriors’ best nights of a difficult season.
Cooper Flagg (Dallas Mavericks)
June 17 private visit; 2025 NBA Draft
The Mavericks have scheduled a private visit with projected top pick Cooper Flagg and are not considering other prospects. They are fully committed to selecting him first overall in the upcoming NBA Draft.
After jumping 10 spots in the lottery, Dallas views Flagg as their post-Doncic cornerstone. His dominant freshman year at Duke solidified his No. 1 status, and he’s not meeting with other teams before the draft.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies
April 27, 2025 (First-Round Playoffs, Game 4)
Oklahoma City Thunder completed a 4-0 series sweep over the Memphis Grizzlies with a narrow 117-115 win, advancing to the Western Conference semifinals.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 38 points as the Thunder held off a late Grizzlies rally; Memphis played without Ja Morant, and Bane missed a final chance to extend the game.
Jalen Brunson
December 2025
Brunson produced another big-stage masterclass in the Cup final, controlling the game offensively and punishing San Antonio’s guards in isolation and pick-and-roll. His poise, shot creation and decision-making under pressure confirmed him as the tournament’s standout performer and earned him the NBA Cup MVP award. Logging heavy minutes and consistently tilting the floor in New York’s favour, Brunson outplayed a deep Spurs backcourt while still sharing credit with role players who delivered crucial contributions. His performance reinforced his status among the league’s elite offensive guards and showcased the leadership that now defines this Knicks era in knockout basketball.
Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)
May 2025
After a 64-win season, the Cavs were eliminated 4-1 by the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Mitchell, averaging 34.2 PPG despite an ankle injury, was devastated post-game, saying the team “let the city down” but promised a return.
Cleveland lost all three home games and blew a 19-point lead in Game 5. Injuries to Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and De’Andre Hunter hampered their push. Coach Kenny Atkinson acknowledged improvement but said the team wasn’t physical or intense enough.
Rudy Gobert
April 2026
Rudy Gobert’s defensive dominance has played a crucial role in Minnesota taking a 3-1 series lead over Denver, disrupting the Nuggets’ high-powered offense despite continued debate over the center’s reputation among fans and players. Gobert anchored a defense that limited Denver’s scoring efficiency and perimeter shooting, forcing Nikola Jokic into uncharacteristic struggles. Minnesota’s system has reduced points in the paint and overall output, putting the defending champions on the brink of elimination.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder)
June 2025
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was limited to 3 points in the fourth quarter of Game 3, as Indiana’s aggressive defense helped the Pacers complete another comeback and reduce their NBA Finals series deficit to 2-1.
SGA was pressured 65.5 feet from the basket and blitzed 12 times—both playoff career highs—while also logging intense defensive duties. Despite fatigue signs, the MVP rejected excuses, vowing to improve with a maximum of four games left.
