NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 25, 2026, 10:40 PM ET

Sixers and Embiid

The 76ers sat Joel Embiid espn.com despite his public push to play Sunday against the Pistons, as the team opted to continue managing his plantar fasciitis. Embiid later bounced back with a triple-double espn.com to lead the LeBron-less Sixers to another win and keep their unbeaten run intact.

Heat and Hornets

Miami dropped to 0-3 espn.com after a 115-110 loss to the undermanned Hornets, a game in which Giannis Antetokounmpo fouled out. The defeat left the Heat searching for answers early in the season.

Nuggets and Jokic

Nikola Jokic recorded his 199th career triple-double espn.com with 35 points and 15 rebounds, powering Denver through a 23-point comeback against the Pelicans. Afterward, Jokic criticized fans who booed the team, saying they were "not welcome anymore."

Pistons Injury Update

Detroit will be without center Jalen Duren for at least two weeks espn.com after a hamstring strain, a significant blow for a player who signed a five-year extension earlier this month.

Celtics Tensions

Jaylen Brown addressed his relationship espn.com with former teammate Jayson Tatum, saying there is no beef but that Tatum should "stay ready at all times."

Legal Matters

Former NBA player Malik Beasley is negotiating a plea agreement espn.com with federal prosecutors in a gambling case.

Off the Court

A New York couple named their newborn son Knickson Fyve espn.com, inspired by the popular Knicks chant that filled arenas during the team's run.

Coming Up

The Sixers' Embiid remains a question mark espn.com for future games as his foot condition is managed, and Duren is out for at least two weeks espn.com with Detroit.