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New York’s All-Star duo in Game 1: Jalen Brunson: 43 points, 5 assists, 60% shooting Karl-Anthony Towns: 35 points, 12 rebounds, 65% shooting Knicks still lost.

One of the greatest Game 1s in the history of the NBA Playoffs. Unbelievable comeback. Knicks-Pacers has the potential to be an all-time great series in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Rudy Gobert has 7 points combined in the first two games of the WCF. G1: 2 points, -2 G2: 5 points, -9 5 first-round picks.

Pacers are 6-1 on the road in these NBA Playoffs. Carlisle and this team deserve a lot of credit for its preparation, approach, and mentality during this postseason. Not an easy task. Indiana is legit.

Rick Carlisle deserves to be named amongst the NBA’s top 10 greatest coaches of all-time.

Terrence Shannon Jr. is an electric rookie. He’s been an immediate spark for the Wolves. I’ve always been a fan of the former Illini star and Minnesota should continue to provide him with opportunities moving forward. He’s going to be real good for this team in the coming years.

The Knicks should insert Mitchell Robinson into the starting lineup and move Josh Hart to the bench in this series against the Pacers. PG: Jalen Brunson SG: Mikal Bridges SF: OG Anunoby PF: Karl-Anthony Towns C: Mitchell Robinson A jumbo lineup would be a solid adjustment.

Brook Lopez and the Bucks will most likely part ways this offseason after seven meaningful years together. Lopez, a pending free agent, would conclude his incredible tenure in Milwaukee with 545 total games, 75 playoff starts, two All-Defensive seasons, and an NBA Championship.

OKC will be a perennial title contender for years to come. SGA (26), Dort (26), J-Dub (24), Holmgren (23), Hartenstein (27), and Wallace (21) aren’t going anywhere and they still have 10 first-round picks in the next five years… The Thunder are built for long-term success.

I think the Bucks will work to reshape its identity by targeting athletic, versatile players that can excel in transition and contribute to a more fast-paced system. We’ll see how Giannis’ situation plays out, but establishing a firm identity should be a priority this offseason.

The Magic should express interest in Bulls guard Coby White this offseason. Orlando is in need of shooting and playmaking while White is entering the final year of his contract after averaging a career-high 20.4 points, 4.5 assists, and posting a 37% mark from 3 last season.

Tyrese Haliburton is an All-Star, an elite point guard, and a franchise cornerstone, but he’s not a superstar.

Dennis Schröder, Bruce Brown, and Tyus Jones would be viable free agent options for the Bucks as Damian Lillard recovers from a torn Achilles next season. Milwaukee also has an opportunity to retain Gary Trent Jr., Kevin Porter Jr., and Ryan Rollins at the guard position.

Mark Williams is expected to be made available on the trade market again after nearly being sent to the Lakers in a rescinded deal last February. Williams has one year remaining on his rookie contract and the 23-year-old center does not appear to be in Charlotte’s future plans.

The Bucks, Bulls, Celtics, Raptors, and Warriors should be considered potential suitors for Mark Williams if the Hornets continue to shop the starting-quality center.

Pascal Siakam is a playoff riser. 31 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 blocks, and a team-high +25 in an elimination game to send the Pacers to its first NBA Finals since 2000. Siakam has always been an underrated star and he’s proven that in the postseason yet again. ECF MVP.

Oklahoma City vs. Indiana may not be the prettiest NBA Finals matchup, but both these teams thoroughly deserve the right to compete for an NBA Championship. 📸: Real Sports

GM Kevin Pritchard put the Pacers over the top with four brilliant transactions. • Domantas Sabonis for Tyrese Haliburton • Malcolm Brogdon for Aaron Nesmith + first-round pick • 2 second-round picks for Obi Toppin • Bruce Brown + 3 first-round picks for Pascal Siakam

Ernie Johnson is the GOAT. Grateful for every second of NBA coverage from Shaq, Ernie, Kenny, Chuck, and the TNT crew over the many great years — the very best in the business. Thank you, NBA on TNT.