1. The Knicks not only did a number on the Cavaliers, but they also delivered a massive blow to ESPN.
With New York sweeping Cleveland in four games, ESPN was left with a lot of holes to fill in its television schedule.
Since there was no Game 5 on Wednesday, ESPN turned over its prime-time hours to Pat McAfee, who interviewed a slew of commissioners across sports.
McAfee got quite a scoop out of Adam Silver, who revealed that the NBA will soon turn to AI to help officials on replay reviews.
“In terms of replay,” said Silver, “we’re going to get to the point fairly quickly where, for example out of bounds … just like you’re a tennis fan and they have Hawkeye and it’s the animation … we're going to move to a system like that where that whole category of calls will be automatic.”
Silver added, “Those calls will be done by an AI-automated system with cameras lined around the court, and it'll take all of those so-called objective calls out of the hands of the referees. It'll be instantaneous, it'll be automatic. Just play on. You won’t have to deal with challenges on those calls.”
Adam Silver says the NBA will implement an AI automated system to review calls.
— ESPN (@espn) May 27, 2026
(via @patmcafeeshow) pic.twitter.com/NqyLxWnUbj
Given the ridiculous amount of time replay takes in the NBA, this appears to be nothing but a positive for fans. Get the call right and get it right quickly. You can’t ask for anything more than that.
2. A brand-new episode of SI Media With Jimmy Traina dropped today.
The show starts with Sal Licata from SNY TV and The Sal Licata Show discussing the Knicks’ playoff run, potential NBA Finals matchups and the betting odds for the NBA Finals. Next up is a conversation about Netflix’s new Martin Short documentary and the passing of Rob Base.
After that is a lengthy mailbag segment where I answer questions from listeners. Among the topics people asked about: Can the NYPD handle the MSG crowd if the Knicks win the NBA title; Which broadcast booth would we like to hear call one more game; What question do people want the media to ask Mike Vrabel; best and worst streaming services; Danhausen; book and television show recommendations; movies that get multiple viewings; encores at concerts and much more.
3. If you’re a Knicks fan, you’re going to want to follow this guy on Instagram or on TikTok.
@lukewnnermusic has been recapping every New York playoff win with the help of classic Billy Joel songs.
This dude on TikTok does Knicks recaps set to Billy Joel songs and it’s highly, highly enjoyable. pic.twitter.com/WNnL7YUmx7
— Jimmy Traina (@JimmyTraina) May 28, 2026
4. Rays pitcher Jonathan Heasley, making his first appearance with the team on Wednesday, was so nervous that he vomited on the mound, which made for some amusing commentary from the booth.
Rays pitcher Jonathan Heasley puked on the mound in his team debut pic.twitter.com/ouBaO9Mdd6
— Jomboy Media (@JomboyMedia) May 28, 2026
5. Wednesday night’s Reds telecast went off the rails when sideline reporter Jim Day tried a chili egg roll during Cincy’s game against the Mets. I had sympathy for Day until he took the second bite. There was just no need for that.
This three minutes is well worth your time. 🤣
— Reds Daily (@RedsDaily4) May 28, 2026
Jim Day tries a Skyline Chili Egg Roll and John Sadak and Cowboy Jeff Brantley can’t stop laughing. 🤣
Incredible content. pic.twitter.com/vEvnXz72gu
6. This is so bush league by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. If you’re gonna be a flopper, you should deal with the ramifications. Instead, he’s threatening to sue a wagering company.
Underdog Sports received a cease and desist letter regarding a promotion that makes fun of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s efforts to draw fouls, per @TheAthletic
— Fullcourtpass (@Fullcourtpass) May 28, 2026
“In a letter dated May 22, 2026 obtained by The Athletic, Eric Fishman of law firm ArentFox Schiff LLP, representing… pic.twitter.com/85zWZq0gpl
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