NBA Basketball 3d Briefing
×Game Results & Highlights
The Kings snapped a skid espn.com with a win over the Grizzlies, ending a franchise-worst 16-game losing streak. The Spurs won their ninth straight espn.com against the Pistons. The Lakers lost to the Magic 110-109 after a botched final play espn.com.
The Pelicans celebrated Dejounte Murray's return espn.com, as he scored 13 points in his comeback. Jonathan Kuminga shined in his debut espn.com for the Hawks. Coby White is set to make his Hornets debut espn.com against his former team.
Player Performances & Injuries
James Harden espn.com was ruled out for the Cavaliers with a right thumb fracture. Hawks All-Star forward Jalen Johnson espn.com exited with a hip injury. Shaedon Sharpe of the Trail Blazers will be re-evaluated in 4-6 weeks espn.com.
Anfernee Simons espn.com is still dealing with a left wrist fracture. Zion Williamson espn.com is staying on the court, according to recent reports. Russell Westbrook scored 25 points for the Kings.
Team News & Analysis
The Lakers espn.com are facing a critical stretch, with questions surrounding Deandre Ayton. The Hawks have removed Zaccharie Risacher espn.com from the starting lineup. The Cavaliers are showing renewed confidence espn.com since the addition of James Harden.
The NBA Power Rankings were updated espn.com after the All-Star break. The Jazz's Jusuf Nurkic espn.com will have nose surgery.
Fantasy & Player Projections
Eric Karabell forecasts espn.com what to expect from notable players, including Julius Randle and La Melo Ball. Fantasy basketball managers should consider picking up Melton espn.com, Wallace, and Raynaud.
Off-Court News
Jontay Porter espn.com, banned by the NBA, is planning to play for a new league. Suns owner Mat Ishbia is offering a prize to All-Star winners espn.com. The NBA fined Scotty Pippen Jr. and Myron Gardner espn.com $35,000 each.
Former Virginia coach Tony Bennett espn.com joined the Lakers as an advisor. Patrick Beverley espn.com was not indicted in an assault case.
MVP Race
MVP odds tightened espn.com as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic face eligibility risks.