2021

Despite Giannis Antetokounmpo missing the game with an injured knee, the Bucks defeat the Hawks 118-107 in game six of the Eastern Conference Finals to clinch the franchise’s first NBA Finals appearance in 47 years. Khris Middleton leads the way for Milwaukee with 32 points, while Jrue Holiday adds 27 points, nine rebounds, and nine assists. Trae Young struggles for Atlanta, shooting just 4-of-17 from the floor.

1917

Lakers coaching legend John Kundla is born in Star Junction, Pennsylvania.

1974

The seventh FIBA World Championships get underway in Puerto Rico. On the opening day of competition, John Lucas leads the United States to a 135-85 victory over the Philippines, while the Soviet Union cruises 140-48 over the Central African Republic, in what still stands as the biggest blowout in FIBA Worlds history. The defending champion Yugoslavia and host Puerto Rico get a bye to the second round.

1999

Italy defeats Spain 64-56 in the EuroBasket Final in Paris. The Italians had previously pulled off a semifinals of upset of Yugoslavia, who recovers to defeat host France in the bronze medal game. Gregor Fucka is named tournament MVP. Arvydas Sabonis makes his final final appearance with the Lithuanian national team in their fifth place game victory over Russia.

2001

The NBA Board of Governors approves the Grizzlies re-location from Vancouver to Memphis, effective for the ’01-’02 season.

2003

Damon Stoudamire is arrested at Tucson International Airport for possession of marijuana. The Trail Blazers soon after suspended their point guard indefinitely, and fined him $250,000. He was later re-instated ahead of the ’03-’04 season and had the fine rescinded.

2013

Brad Stevens is hired as head coach of the Celtics, replacing Doc Rivers. It was a surprise move for most, as Stevens was just 37 years old at the time and his only coaching experience was at mid-major Butler University.