The Dallas Mavericks and Kyrie Irving have agreed on a three-year, $119 million contract. Despite his ACL injury, which sidelines him until the 2025-26 NBA season, Irving declined a $43 million player option to align his tenure with Anthony Davis.
Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James takes his first steps towards recovery with a workout following a knee injury. The 40-year-old NBA star shared his progress on Instagram, expressing his readiness to return to the court.
The Indiana Pacers confirmed that All-NBA guard Tyrese Haliburton tore his right Achilles tendon during Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Haliburton’s injury occurred during the first quarter, impacting the Pacers’ offseason planning and future prospects. The team will continue to evaluate roster strategies during his recovery.
Naomi Osaka clinched her first grass-court victory of the season at the Bad Homburg Open, defeating Olga Danilovic with a 7-6(6) 7-6(4) win. This victory comes just days before Wimbledon, showcasing her readiness for the Grand Slam event.
Oklahoma City Thunder clinched their first NBA title after defeating the Indiana Pacers 103-91 in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named Finals MVP. The Thunder’s defense and strong third quarter play were pivotal in securing this historic victory, marking them as the seventh different NBA champion in seven seasons.
Jerrili Malabanan returns to volleyball action, joining Capital1 for the 2025 PVL On Tour starting June 22, at Chavit Coliseum, Vigan City. Capital1 bolstered its roster with five free-agent signings, including Malabanan, to compete in the PVL On Tour, running until August 16, 2025. Fans anticipate Malabanan’s comeback and Capital1’s performance in the opening match against CCS.
Mark Walter, Dodgers owner, acquires majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers, valued at $10 billion, marking the highest valuation for a sports franchise. This ends the Buss family’s long-standing control, though Jeanie Buss remains as governor.
TNT secured a spot in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals with a narrow 80-79 win over Magnolia, showcasing remarkable resilience. Coach Chot Reyes commended his team’s grit, highlighted by Kelly Williams’ decisive free throws in the final seconds. The victory keeps the Tropang 5G’s Grand Slam hopes alive.
Tyrese Haliburton urges the Indiana Pacers to ignore external distractions, labeling them as “poison,” to focus on their decisive Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals.
Former NBA star Vlade Divac, 57, broke his hip in a motorcycle accident near Montenegro’s Adriatic coast and underwent surgery to implant an artificial hip. The accident has sparked discussions on the safety of motorcycle riding while fans and the sports community express their support for Divac’s recovery.