WNBA star Caitlin Clark confronted referee Gerda Gatling after disputed calls during a loss to the Golden State Valkyries. Clark claimed she was fouled five times and criticized the officiating, returning to play despite a leg injury. This follows previous complaints about Gatling’s calls and coach Stephanie White’s recent criticism of referees.
NBA star Victor Wembanyama has signed a five-year, $252 million contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs, the maximum allowable for a rookie scale player. The deal includes an option in the fifth season and prioritizes financial flexibility for the team. Wembanyama, 22, helped the Spurs reach the 2025 NBA Finals and recently won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award.
Former NBA champion Kyle Lowry re-signed with the Toronto Raptors for one day before retiring at age 40. He previously helped the Raptors win the 2019 NBA championship and spent his final three seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers.
Two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Miami Heat. The deal included Bobby Portis moving to Miami, while Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Kasparas Jakucionis went to Milwaukee. Heat president Pat Riley called it ‘one of the great trades’ in franchise history.
LeBron James, 41, is departing the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons, during which he won an NBA title in 2020 and played alongside his son Bronny since 2024. The Lakers praised his legacy, and media reports suggest he is a target for the Golden State Warriors.
Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White condemned officials for failing to call dangerous fouls on star player Caitlin Clark during a 111-109 loss to Phoenix Mercury. Clark suffered a back injury after uncalled incidents, including a knee to the groin and a potential foul during a three-pointer attempt. White emphasized the lack of consistency in officiating and the risks faced by Clark, a record-breaking collegiate player.
OG Anunoby, a London-born player, helped the New York Knicks win their first NBA title in 53 years with a game-winning shot in the 2026 NBA Finals.