On May 26, Beijing time, in Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, the Knicks crushed the Cavaliers 130-93 on the road, sweeping the series 4-0 and advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years. In the first quarter, Mitchell hit back-to-back threes, giving Cleveland an early 8-2 lead.

On May 26, Beijing time, during an interview with The Oregonian, Trail Blazers' new owner Deng Deng stated that the team laid off 70 employees last week primarily due to staff redundancy, not intentional cost reduction. Deng Deng also owns the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes, and he noted that the Blazers' workforce is twice that of the Hurricanes.

As of May 26, speculation has intensified that Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo and Celtics star Jaylen Brown could be part of a three-team deal, with multiple teams reportedly involved. According to reporter Stein, the Celtics and Heat are Giannis’ preferred destinations. Some league sources indicate that the Hawks, Rockets, and Trail Blazers are all interested in acquiring Brown. Stein also noted that Giannis prefers to remain in the Eastern Conference.

On May 26, Beijing time, the Cavaliers trailed the Knicks 0-3 in the series, facing elimination. Harden's future has drawn attention. ESPN's Robinson discussed a potential trade between the Lakers and Cavaliers on his show, suggesting that if LeBron James wants to return to Cleveland, the Lakers could use a sign-and-trade to acquire Harden.

Having played only 60 regular-season games this year, LeBron failed to meet the 65-game minimum eligibility threshold, thus missing out on All-NBA selection this season, officially ending his record of 21 consecutive All-NBA selections, the longest in NBA history... Wow, 21 straight All-NBA appearances? The "Longest River in NBA History" truly lives up to its name. His greatness isn't about overwhelming talent, but an incredibly sustained prime.

The NBA officially released the All-NBA Team for the 25-26 season as follows: First Team: Alexander, Jokic, Wembanyama, Doncic, Cunningham; Second Team: Jaylen Brown, Brunson, Durant, Leonard, Mitchell; Third Team: Duren, Chet, Jalen Johnson, Maxey, Murray. Duren is undoubtedly the most controversial pick, given his disappointing playoff performance this year, averaging 30.

The NBA officially announced the 2025-26 All-NBA Teams today. The First Team consists of Cunningham, Alexander, Doncic, Wembanyama, and Jokic. The Second Team features Brunson, Mitchell, Jaylen Brown, Leonard, and Durant. The Third Team includes Maxey, Murray, Jalen Johnson, Holmgren, and Duren. James posted on social media to congratulate Doncic on making the First Team.

It turns out the Western Conference Finals are like a turn-based game... You win one, I win one; you win one, I win one. Currently, the Thunder and the Spurs are tied 2-2, heading toward a grueling Game 7 that drains both teams. The happiest ones are the Knicks, who have already locked in their Finals spot with a 3-0 sweep over the Cavaliers.

103-82, a commanding victory for the Spurs. The Eastern Conference finals are a one-sided affair, while the Western Conference finals head to a pivotal Game 5. The significance of Game 4 for the Spurs goes without saying. The team simply cannot board a flight to Oklahoma City trailing 1-3. A 2-2 tie and a 1-3 hole are entirely different scenarios. If they lose home court today, to be honest, the next stop would likely be a "memorial service." Faced with that, what can they do?

The Eastern Conference Finals have turned into a lopsided affair. The Knicks defeated the Cavaliers 121-108 on the road, taking a 3-0 series lead. The Big Apple has won 10 straight playoff games and is just one win away from their first NBA Finals appearance of the 21st century. The last time the Knicks reached the Finals was in 1999, when they lost 1-4 to the Spurs led by Duncan and Robinson. The franchise's only championship dates back to 1973, a fact that A-Smith knows well.