Spurs-Thunder instant classic, ECF thoughts + WNBA check-ins

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First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones gear up for the Conference Final!

They discuss the all-time classic we witnessed in Game 1 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs, with Victor Wembanyama breaking our brains en route to a victory. From the loud performances, quieter adjustments, and biggest questions heading into Game 2 and beyond, the guys cover it all.

From there, the guys put a bow on the Eastern Conference semifinals. They salute the season of the Detroit Pistons, praise the Cleveland Cavaliers for their dominant Game 7 victory, then spend a little more time previewing their upcoming matchup against the New York Knicks.

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Finally, the guys shift to the WNBA to bounce around! They discuss the 4-1 Las Vegas Aces and some of the structural differences (allocation of touches, pace of play) they've displayed so far. They also circle back to the Dallas Wings following a bounce-back win over the Washington Mystics, examine the interesting start (and rotation patterns) of the Mystics, and salute some early rookie standouts.

If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com

3:06 -- Spurs-Thunder39:39 -- Cavs-Pistons wrap-up46:45 -- Cavs-Knicks54:54 -- Las Vegas Aces1:07:50 -- Dallas Wings1:12:32 -- Washington Mystics1:21:06 -- Quick Indiana Fever thoughts1:24:45 -- Rookie shoutouts

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Nicholas Galitzine and Original He-Man Dolph Lundgren Share a Special Moment at “Masters of the Universe” Premiere

Nicholas Galitzine stars as He-Man in the 2026 remake of Masters of the Universe, nearly 40 years after Dolph Lundgren's original portrayal

NEED TO KNOW

• The two posed together on the carpet and at the after-party of the movie's Los Angeles premiere

• Lundgren praised Galitzine at the premiere, calling it an honor to pass the role to him

Nicholas GalitzineandDolph Lundgrenprove that there is room in the world for two super-human blonde hunky He-Mans.

Galitzine, 31, stars as the character in 2026's remake ofMasters of the Universe,nearly 40 years after Lundgren, 68, originated the live-action role in the 1987 cult classic. The actors posed together on the carpet of the film's Los Angeles premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre on Monday, May 18, along with the rest of the cast, which includesMorena Baccarin,Camila MendesandIdris Elba, and director Travis Knight.

Lundgren and Galitzine were also all smiles at the premiere's after-party, posing together with their fists up in true superhero fashion.

Lundgren told PEOPLE at the movie's premiere that seeing Galitzine take on the part felt like "passing the sword over."

"It was a great feeling for me," he said. "It's great that he's such a great He-Man and I think it's a great production and I was really honored to be part of it. It was fun for me to show up in a movie and give him some advice when he needs it the most."

Lundgren reflected on the impact of the franchise, which is based on the Mattel action figures, and its lasting power 40 years later.

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"There's still something special about this franchise," he told PEOPLE. "There's something about what they created back in 1982, I think it was, the series came out, the little cartoon came out and the toys, and there's something about it that people respond to."

InMasters of the Universe, Galitzine's He-Man teams up with warrior Teela (Mendes) and a group of allies against Skeletor (Jared Leto) and sorceress Evil-Lyn (Alison Brie) to save his ravaged home of Eternia.

An official synopsis for the film reads, "To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela and Duncan/Man-At-Arms and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe.”

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Masters of the Universearrives in theaters June 5.

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byAnio Baumeister

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Nicholas Galitzine and Original He-Man Dolph Lundgren Share a Special Moment at “Masters of the Universe” Premiere

Nicholas Galitzine stars as He-Man in the 2026 remake of Masters of the Universe , nearly 40 years after Dolph Lundgren's original ...

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Victor Wembanyama has BEEN 'the best player in the f***ing world' — and this is only the beginning

I won’t blame you if your jaw hit the floor watchingVictor Wembanyama score his 41 pointsin the thrilling Game 1 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 30-foot, Steph-esque 3-pointer in overtime. The mind-melting dunks all over OKC’s defense. Pure cinema.

Feel free to shake your head at the fact that he pulled down 24 rebounds, which was more than the entire OKC starting lineup. Add in that he swatted away three OKC offerings and held the Thunder to 35.7% shootingon twoswhile he was on the floor. That’s all great.

But the craziest number of all is 22 — the number of years that Wembanyama has been alive.

“Best player in the f***ing world,” his teammate Stephon Castle said after the game.

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To be clear, that was a reminder, not an announcement. I understand why folks have been reluctant to crown Wembanyama as The Best Player In The F’ing World because we’ve been conditioned to wait until it feels safer. Wait until they hit their prime. Wait until their team has won the championship. Wait until … well, they’re older than 22 f***ing years old.

But as a basketball species, Wemby is different, hence the alien moniker. He’s taller than everybody, yes, but the true differentiator is that he’s processing the game quicker than anyone. I noticed his processing power two years ago when I wrote that he was on theGOAT path. I doubled down this season when I predicted in October that he’d win MVPthis season(he qualified under the 65-game rule, but I don’t think he played enough minutes to convince voters).

So as someone who has been touting Wemby perhaps earlier than most (too early at times!), let me say this: Monday’s Game 1 supernova didn’t establish him as the best player in the galaxy. Because healreadysnatched that mystical accolade weeks ago from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokić or whichever name you throw into that pile.

We can look at the measurables, which have been admittedly warped downward by Wembanyama’s unexpected absences. The Game 2 concussion against Portland and Game 4 ejection against Minnesota threw a wet blanket on his per-game averages because he only played a handful of minutes in those games.

But rest assured, when Wembanyama was on the floor, he was putting upnumbers. Wembanyama was averaging 25.4 points, 13.9 rebounds and 5.2 blocks per 36 minutes headingintoMonday’s Game 1, hinting that a monster 41-23-3-3 outing was within reach. But judging by his more pedestrian 20.3 points, 10.7 rebounds and 4.1 blocks (OK, that last one isn’t pedestrian), you might not have guessed that Wemby made another leap.

byAnio Baumeister

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May 19, 2026

Victor Wembanyama has BEEN 'the best player in the f***ing world' — and this is only the beginning

I won’t blame you if your jaw hit the floor watchingVictor Wembanyama score his 41 pointsin the thrilling Game 1 win over the Oklahoma ...

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Lacey Chabert, Tyler Hynes, Andrew Walker and More Set to Bring Sparkle and Shine to Christmas Con 2026 (Exclusive)

Christmas Con 2026 will feature reunions of Hallmark stars, including the Three Wise Men and She's Making a List duo

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• Barbara Niven and Laura Vandervoort will attend for the first time alongside other stars from Hallmark holiday favorites

• The event will include panels, games and festive activities at the New Jersey Expo Center from December 11-13

The holidays are all about reuniting with loved ones — and former costars, apparently.

The latest round of celebrity guests coming to Christmas Con 2026 in December is packed with exciting reunions and re-pairings, including theThree Wise Men(Tyler Hynes,Andrew WalkerandPaul Campbell) and last year'sShe's Making a Listduo,Lacey Chabertand Walker.

Yep, Chabert will be back in Jersey! And she'll be coming fresh off her 2026 Hallmark Christmas movie,Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True.

The trio formerly known as the Brenner Brothers will be able to reconnect with their trilogy's co-writer and onscreen doctor, Kimberley Sustad, as well as the actress behind Taylor Brenner's ex, Ali Liebert, and Lachlyn Munro, who played Stephan's future father-in-law.

Hynes will surely be getting in some quality time — and quality hugs — with hisGroomsmanbuddy, B.J. Britt, and he'll also have the chance to reconnect with hisShifting Gearscostar Katherine Barrell and director Crystal Lowe, whose attendance was previously announced.

The link-ups don't stop there!

Barbara Niven will be attending her first Christmas Con. TheChesapeake Shoresalum is starring with Chabert in the upcoming Hallmark+ limited seriesParis Is Always a Good Ideaand appeared with Liebert and Barrell in last year's holiday movie,Christmas Baby. She alsoteased on Instagramlast month that she'd just wrapped filming on her next holiday movie, so she'll have much to discuss when she hits the stage in Edison.

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Niven also isn't the only first-timer:Laura VandervoortandGinna Claire Masonare set to bring their special sparkle to New Jersey as well.

Vandervoort will see herA Christmas Together with Youcostar Niall Matter, who was previously announced. And Mason will have the chance to reminisce about the 2025Hallmark Christmas Cruisewith many of the other actors in attendance (and this author).

PEOPLE previously announced theGood Witchreunion coming to the convention, including Catherine Bell, James Denton, Bailee Madison, Chris Potter and Barrell.

And, of course, Santa Claus will be there too.

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That's4Entertainment's Christmas Con 2026 will take place at the New Jersey Expo Center in Edison, New Jersey, from December 11-13, and its halls will be decked to the gills with carols, tree lightings and sweet treats. On the main stage, expect fun panels, games and activities with the stars. Get tickets and more infohere.

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Corentin Moutet receives warning after pulling down shorts in frustration after losing mid-match point

It’s not unusual to see tennis players meltdown during a match. Verbal altercations with umpires, broken rackets and errant tennis balls flying into the stands are the standard course of actions for frustrated players.

But Corentin Moutet decided to take things to a whole other level Monday. During a match with Davidovich Fokina, Moutet pulled his shorts down after losing a point.

It was … a bizarre moment for everyone involved.

So, what exactly is the punishment for a player pulling down their pants in the middle of a match? In this instance, Moutet received a warning for unsportsmanlike conduct for his actions. Given the situation, Moutet may have been lucky his punishment wasn’t more severe.

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Oddly, it’s not the first time a tennis player has pulled down their pants on the court. The same thing happened in 2004, only it was in celebration of winning a point.

Marat Safin was the guilty party in that match.

Safin was assessed a one-point penalty for the gesture. Despite that, he wound up winning the match and advancing. When askedabout the situationafter the match, Safin asked, “What’s bad about [pulling down your shorts in celebration]?”

Any chance of Moutet repeating his antics will have to wait until his next event. Moutet lost to Fokina on Monday 6-4, 6-4. The loss eliminated Moutet from the Hamburg Open.

With the win, Fokina will advance to the Round of 16, where he’ll face No. 3 ranked Alex de Minaur. Here’s hoping both competitors keep their cool — and their shorts — in that match.

byAnio Baumeister

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May 18, 2026

Corentin Moutet receives warning after pulling down shorts in frustration after losing mid-match point

It’s not unusual to see tennis players meltdown during a match. Verbal altercations with umpires, broken rackets and errant tennis ball...

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