NCAA Men’s Tournament — North Carolina defeats Michigan State 89-72 at Ford Field in Detroit. It is North Carolina’s fifth national title.
NBA Finals — The Los Angeles Lakers defeat the Orlando Magic 4 games to 1 to win the 2009 NBA Championship. The Lakers’ Kobe Bryant is named Finals MVP.
Euroleague — Panathinaikos win their fifth Euroleague crown, defeating defending champions CSKA Moscow 73–71 in the final in Berlin.
NCAA Women’s Tournament — Connecticut completes a 39–0 season with a 76–54 win over Louisville at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. It is the sixth national title and third unbeaten season for the Huskies.