The San Antonio Spurs finished off a dominant run to their fifth NBA championship Sunday, ending the Miami Heat's two-year title reign with a 104-87 victory that wrapped up the series in five games.
King James in the zone as Cavs romp to Game 1 victory in Boston
The Golden State Warriors made it a quick finish to the second round.
Kyrie Irving scored 46 points and LeBron James added 34 as the Cavaliers had to rally from an 11-point deficit in the fourth quarter to edge the Lakers, 125-120 on Sunday night.
The Timberwolves signed Stephenson to a 10-day contract, hoping the enigmatic guard can bring some toughness and experience to a young team.
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors certainly looked ready to trade some more blows with LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers come June.
Former Miami Heat player Shaquille O'Neal recognized his teammate Alonso Mourning as the Heat retires his No 32 jersey during a special halftime ceremony of the Miami Heat vs Los Angeles Lakers, Dec 22, 2016 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida, US.
Paul Millsap took advantage of a chance to show off his rare versatility.
San Antonio Spurs' Tim Duncan listens while special guests speak about him during his jersey retirement ceremony, Dec 18, 2016, in San Antonio, US.
The Cavaliers showed they can beat the Grizzlies with only two of their three stars.
The world's pre-eminent basketball league, the US National Basketball Association (NBA), said that it will set up a global academy in Canberra, aimed at identifying and developing the region's best young players.
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Garnett announced his retirement after 21 NBA seasons on Friday, leaving behind a legacy of ultimate intensity and defensive prowess.