On May 28, Beijing time, Underdog Sports received a cease-and-desist letter over a board game mocking Alexander for intentionally drawing fouls. The platform adapted the classic game "Operation" to create a spin-off. The rules: whenever someone touches Alexander, the game alarm sounds, simulating a foul call. The board game is titled "Unethical Basketball."

On May 28, Beijing time, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver appeared on a podcast to discuss recent officiating issues and outline future changes. Regarding the hot topic of flopping, Silver said: "First, we need to distinguish three scenarios: drawing a foul call, exaggerating contact, and outright malicious flopping—the latter being intentionally deceiving the referee."

As of May 28 (Beijing time), the injury report for Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals has been released. On the Thunder side, Ajay Mitchell (right soleus strain) and Sobor (right ACL tear surgery) remain out, while Jalen Williams (left hamstring strain) is listed as questionable. The Spurs have a fully healthy roster heading into this elimination game—if they lose, they will be eliminated and miss the Finals.

On May 28, Beijing time, renowned US media outlet Bleacher Report discussed Mitchell's future, naming five potential landing spots and related trade scenarios. Details are as follows — Before the Cavaliers pursue stars like Antetokounmpo and James, they must first decide Mitchell's fate. The 29-year-old guard is entering the final guaranteed year of his contract.

On May 28th Beijing time, the Oklahoma City Thunder, the current NBA champions, are just five wins away from securing back-to-back titles. However, sources indicate the team is actively pursuing a chance to draft either Boozer or Wilson in the 2026 NBA Draft.

On May 28, Beijing time, former NBA star Jamal Crawford played 20 seasons in the league. Now, his son JJ Crawford has topped ESPN's newly released 2029 high school boys basketball player rankings, positioning him as a potential future NBA No. 1 pick. JJ Crawford stands 1.96 meters tall, plays guard, and attends Seattle's Rainier Beach High School.

On May 28, Beijing time, the NBA announced that following a postgame review, Spurs player Mason Plumlee's foul on McCain in Game 5 has been escalated to a Grade 1 flagrant foul. The upgraded infraction occurred with 1 minute and 39 seconds left on the clock. Slow-motion replay revealed that Plumlee, while chasing down Caruso, built up speed and knocked over McCain who was nearby.

On May 28, Beijing time, LeBron James is about to become an NBA free agent this offseason. ESPN reporter Brian Windhorst discussed his current situation with the Los Angeles Lakers and potential landing spots. Windhorst said on the show that, from what he understands, James is currently waiting for the Lakers to proactively offer a contract and present the team's future plans. Windhorst indicated that James and his camp want the Lakers to make a formal proposal.

On May 28 Beijing time, Heat beat reporter Winderman revealed during a radio show that if Miami cannot trade for Giannis from the Bucks, the team may pivot to pursue other stars. Winderman said the Heat have multiple young players like Jovic, Larsson, and Jakucionis, and are ready to make a deal. "To be honest, once it's clear they can't get Giannis, they will start pursuing Kawhi Leonard and Ja Morant."

On May 27, ESPN's Brian Windhorst revealed on the show "The Basketball Union" that LeBron James is waiting for the Los Angeles Lakers to take the initiative in presenting their offseason plan. The Lakers can free up up to $50 million in salary cap space this summer, and while the team may prepare a contract extension offer for James, the annual salary would be significantly lower than his current $52.6 million this season.