Daniel Bates

3 days ago | thespun.com | Daniel Bates

Jay Williams wanted fans to know exactly where OKC's Lu Dort was gonna be in these NBA Finals. Previewing the Pacers-Thunder matchup on Wednesday's "First Take," the former Duke basketball star turned ESPN analyst talked about the All-Defensive swingman and how he's going to defend Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton throughout the series. "It was a little bit of a shadow defense," Williams said of the Knicks defense on the Pacers star. "I'm here, but I'm not really in you.

3 days ago | thespun.com | Daniel Bates

It's no secret that former Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau did things his way and had been a little reluctant to change over the course of his career. But it sounds like by the time he was willing to adjust it was already too late. On Wednesday's "Get Up" the morning after his firing, ESPN's Brian Windhorst speculated that New York's success after Thibodeau's adjustments in the Pacers series might've ultimately sealed his fate with Knicks brass and their decision.

4 days ago | thespun.com | Daniel Bates

One of the W's best came to play on Tuesday night. Ahead of tonight's tip-off against the 5-2 Mercury, Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier wowed fans with a cropped black leather top and striped trousers that showed a little bit of why she's a four-time All-Star. "all black everything. 👑," the team posted to its socials. Fans were loving the look from last year's MVP runner-up. "She is unreal. 🫶🏻😍" a user said. "Top 2 WNBA along with A'ja and top 4 finest player in the W," another commented.

4 days ago | yardbarker.com | Daniel Bates

"Ultimately, we made the decision we feel is best for our organization moving forward," he concluded. "Tom will always be a part of our Knicks family and we truly wish him nothing but the best in the future." Coach Thibs helped lead New York to its first NBA Finals appearance in 25 years. It's unclear what direction the Knicks plan to go in next but you have to wonder what this means for the rest of Thibodeau's staff — including Rick Brunson.

4 days ago | thespun.com | Daniel Bates

The Steelers may not have their quarterback situation completely figured out, but that's not stopping them from looking to add more offensive weapons. As Pittsburgh awaits a decision from Aaron Rodgers, the team has reportedly reopened trade talks with a fellow AFC team in an effort to acquire a star tight end. Writes Adam Schefter of ESPN: "Back in it: the Steelers renewed conversations today with Dolphins TE Jonnu Smith, who is seeking a new contract.