NBA Basketball 3d Briefing
×Game Results & Standings
The Kings espn.com snapped their 16-game losing streak with a 123-114 victory over the Grizzlies on Monday. The Spurs espn.com extended their winning streak to nine games by defeating the Pistons in a physical matchup. The Warriors espn.com overcame a triple-double from Nikola Jokic to beat the Nuggets 128-117 on Sunday.
Player Performances & Injuries
Jonathan Kuminga espn.com shined in his Hawks debut after months on the Warriors' bench. Jalen Johnson espn.com exited early with a left hip flexor injury during Atlanta's win over the Wizards. Dejounte Murray espn.com scored 13 points in his comeback from a ruptured Achilles tendon. Anfernee Simons espn.com aggravated a fractured left wrist and faces an uncertain return timeline.
Team Moves & Strategy
The Hawks espn.com removed former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher from the starting lineup in favor of CJ Mc Collum. The Blazers espn.com announced Shaedon Sharpe will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks after a stress reaction in his left fibula. The Pelicans espn.com celebrated Murray's return, with teammates noting he "didn't miss a beat."
Coaching & Management
New Lakers president Lon Rosen espn.com confirmed Rob Pelinka will remain as GM, flanked by Andrew Friedman and Farhan Zaidi. Pacers coach Rick Carlisle espn.com questioned the NBA's process after receiving a $100K fine for violating player participation policy. Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson espn.com credited James Harden's addition with bringing "renewed confidence" to his team.
Controversies & Fines
A grand jury espn.com returned a no-bill in the case involving Patrick Beverley, who was arrested last fall in a "family violence" incident. The NBA espn.com fined Scotty Pippen Jr. and Myron Gardner $35,000 each for their weekend scuffle. Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton espn.com was diagnosed with shingles and will miss several weeks.
Historic Moments
The Lakers espn.com unveiled a statue of Pat Riley wearing his iconic Armani suit outside Crypto.com Arena. NBA legend Marques Johnson espn.com celebrated his birthday with his annual dunk, proving he still has the hops at his age.
Trade & Transaction News
Coby White espn.com is set to make his Hornets debut against his former Bulls team. Trae Young espn.com returned to Atlanta for the first time since being traded to the Wizards, receiving an emotional welcome from fans.
League-Wide Developments
Kevin Durant espn.com told ESPN he plans to play in the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles. USA Basketball espn.com faces a new era with new coaching decisions ahead of the 2028 Olympics. Le Bron James espn.com endorsed Jaylen Brown for MVP consideration after Boston's win over the Lakers.
Draft & Future Outlook
Our NBA insiders espn.com broke down the biggest questions for 10 lottery-bound teams ahead of the draft. The Jazz espn.com announced Jusuf Nurkic will undergo nose surgery and miss the remainder of the season. The Blazers espn.com lost Deni Avdija to a lower back issue flare-up during Sunday's win over the Suns.
Statistical Highlights
Nikola Jokic recorded a 35-point, 20-rebound, 12-assist triple-double but couldn't lead the Nuggets past the Warriors. Russell Westbrook scored 25 points to help Sacramento end their franchise-worst 16-game skid. Neemias Queta espn.com threw down a dunk over Luka Doncic early in the Celtics-Lakers game.