Basketball

Indonesia defeated India 70–50 in the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Division B third-place playoff to earn the tournament’s bronze medal.

Indonesia defeated Samoa 94–49 in the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup Division B quarter-finals, producing a dominant second-half performance to reach the semi-finals.

The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Boston Celtics 102–90 to remain unbeaten in the NBA 2K26 Summer League behind a 30-point performance from K. Johnson.

The Miami Heat defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 119–86 in the NBA 2K26 Summer League after a dominant second half highlighted by a decisive 29–7 third quarter.

The Utah Jazz defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 103–69 to remain unbeaten in the 2026 Utah NBA Summer League with a dominant all-around performance.

The New York Knicks moved within one victory of the NBA championship after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on 10 June 2026. The Knicks secured a narrow road win to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. New York continued its strong Finals run with another tightly contested victory over San Antonio, following wins in the opening two games of the series. After the Spurs claimed Game 3 to cut the deficit to 2-1, Game 4 became a pivotal matchup, with San Antonio looking to level the series and New York aiming to regain control. The contest remained close throughout, with neither side able to establish a decisive margin. San Antonio pushed the Knicks to the final moments, but New York held on to secure a one-point win and place itself in a strong position heading into Game 5. The result marked the Knicks’ third victory in four Finals games and gave the franchise a 3-1 series advantage. For the Spurs, the defeat left little margin for error, as they now face elimination in the next contest. With the series returning to New York, the Knicks will have an opportunity to clinch the NBA title in front of home fans. The Spurs, meanwhile, must win three consecutive games to overturn the deficit and extend the Finals. • New York Knicks defeated San Antonio Spurs: 107-106• NBA Finals Game 4 played on 10 June 2026• Knicks lead the NBA Finals series 3-1• Spurs had won Game 3 before Game 4 defeat The turning point came in the closing stages when the Knicks protected a narrow lead under pressure. Despite San Antonio’s late push, New York held on to secure the one-point victory and regain momentum in the series. Final Score: New York Knicks 107-106 San Antonio SpursTournament: NBA Finals – Game 4Date: 10 June 2026Venue: San Antonio, TexasSeries Status: Knicks lead 3-1Previous Results:• Game 1: Knicks 105-95 Spurs• Game 2: Knicks 105-104 Spurs• Game 3: Spurs 115-111 Knicks• Game 4: Knicks 107-106 Spurs The Knicks defeated the Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals to take a 3-1 series lead and move within one win of the championship.

The 2025–26 basketball season has become a powerful reminder of how deeply the sport connects people across cultures, ages, and borders.Beyond wins and losses, this year has been defined by rising fan engagement, stronger community bonds, and a renewed sense of excitement around the game.Basketball in 2025–26 is not just being watched more—it is being felt more, shared more, and celebrated more than ever before.

Basketball in the 2025–26 season continues to prove that its true magic goes far beyond points on the scoreboard.Across arenas and communities, celebrations have become a powerful way to unite fans, players, and cities.These moments of shared joy remind everyone that basketball is not only a competitive sport but also a cultural experience that brings people together regardless of age, background, or location.

The 2025–26 basketball season has become a defining chapter for modern hoops, marked by the rise of global superstars and the natural emergence of rivalries that are shaping the league’s future.More than just competition for wins and losses, these matchups represent contrasting styles, personalities, and philosophies that keep fans deeply invested in the sport. Star power has never felt more evenly distributed, and that balance is fueling excitement across arenas and screens worldwide.