Last updated: March 21, 2026, 11:30 PM ET
League Discipline & Player Health Updates
The league office levied a $25,000 fine against Sixers center Andre Drummond for making a gesture resembling a shooting motion directed toward the Sacramento Kings' bench during Friday's contest, adding to the on-court tensions seen elsewhere. That volatility surfaced late in Sunday's matchup where four players were ejected following an altercation between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Washington Wizards, resulting in Jaylin Williams and Justin Champagnie being sent to the locker room before halftime of the Thunder's 132-111 victory. Adding to the Wizards' woes, point guard Trae Young remains sidelined indefinitely while dealing with a pair of injuries, with no clear timetable established for his return to the lineup.
Playoff Push & Injury Management
Teams jockeying for playoff positioning received mixed news regarding key personnel as the regular season winds down. The Denver Nuggets are anticipating the return of forward Peyton Watson, who is expected back on Sunday against the Trail Blazers after missing over six weeks due to a hamstring strain that has hampered Denver’s depth. Conversely, the Golden State Warriors ruled Stephen Curry out for their next two games, though the team plans to reintegrate him into live contact drills in the coming days as he progresses from his knee ailment. However, the Warriors faced immediate setbacks, as center Kristaps Porzingis departed Friday’s loss in Detroit with lower back spasms, complicating Golden State's immediate rotation plans.
Off-Court Proceedings
Away from the court action, Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Dončić has initiated legal maneuvers to halt proceedings initiated by his ex-fiancée, filing documents seeking to dismiss a petition requesting financial support for their two daughters and associated attorney fees, according to sources familiar with the matter.