NBA Basketball 3d Briefing
×Hawks Update
The Hawks' Johnson espn.com exited Tuesday’s win over the Wizards with a left hip flexor injury, playing only 5½ minutes. Kuminga’s debut for the Hawks shined espn.com after months on the bench in Golden State. Trae Young returned espn.com to Atlanta for the first time since his Wizards trade, recovering from a sprained knee and quadriceps contusion. Mc Collum replaced former No. 1 pick Risacher in the starting lineup in lineup change espn.com. White is set to debut for the Hornets against former team espn.com.
Bulls Update
Anfernee Simons aggravated espn.com a fractured left wrist sustained while with the Celtics, with no return timeline. The Bulls’ guard remains sidelined with wrist issue.
Kings’ Resurgence
Russell Westbrook scored 25 espn.com as the Kings snapped a franchise-worst 16-game losing streak with a 123-114 win over the Grizzlies. The victory marked their first road win in over a month road win.
Jazz’s Loss
Jusuf Nurkic underwent nose surgery espn.com and will miss the season, ending his 2023-24 campaign season-ending injury.
Pelicans’ Return
Dejounte Murray expected back espn.com Tuesday against the Warriors after a season-ending Achilles tear Achilles return.
Other Notes
- The Pacers’ fine process questioned espn.com by coach Carlisle, who claims no player-doctor contact.
- The Blazers’ Avdija left game espn.com with a lower back flare-up.
- The Knicks rallied from an 18-point deficit to win espn.com against the Rockets.
- Durant plans 2028 Olympics espn.com, while Pippen Jr. and Gardner fined espn.com $35K each for a scuffle.
- The Spurs’ 9-game winning streak continued espn.com with a win over the Pistons.
Fantasy & Futures
The NBA’s lottery teams face draft, free agency, and trade decisions draft options espn.com.