NBA Basketball 3d Briefing
×Game Results & Performances
Russell Westbrook espn.com scored 25 points as the Kings snapped a 16-game losing streak with a 123-114 victory over the Grizzlies. The Spurs won their ninth straight game, beating the Pistons in what coach Gregg Popovich called a potential NBA Finals preview. Nikola Jokic espn.com posted a 35-point, 20-rebound, 12-assist triple-double but his Nuggets still lost 128-117 to the undermanned Warriors. Jalen Green espn.com hit a buzzer-beater from the right corner to give the Suns a 113-110 double-overtime victory over the Magic. Julius Randle espn.com and the Knicks overcame an 18-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the Rockets 108-106.
Player Updates & Injuries
Dejounte Murray espn.com is expected to return Tuesday when the Pelicans host the Warriors after recovering from a ruptured Achilles. Jusuf Nurkic espn.com will undergo nose surgery this week and miss the rest of the season for the Jazz. Deni Avdija espn.com exited Sunday's win against the Suns with a lower back issue that has been bothering him for weeks. Anfernee Simons espn.com will have additional imaging on his injured left wrist Monday and see a hand specialist. Tyrese Haliburton espn.com was diagnosed with shingles and will be away from the Pacers for a few weeks. Dillon Brooks espn.com broke his left hand against Orlando and is undergoing tests to determine his return timeline. Kristaps Porzingis espn.com and Draymond Green were late scratches for Sunday's Warriors game against the Nuggets.
Team News & Transactions
The NBA fined Scotty Pippen Jr. espn.com and Myron Gardner $35,000 each for their scuffle in a game over the weekend. Patrick Beverley espn.com had a grand jury return a no-bill in his assault case from last fall. The Lakers confirmed to ESPN they are planning major ticket price increases for the 2026-27 season. Jaylen Brown espn.com received an MVP endorsement from Le Bron James after fueling the Celtics' win over the Lakers on Sunday.
International & Olympic Updates
Kevin Durant espn.com told ESPN he plans to play in the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles. With Los Angeles 2028 up next on the Olympic calendar, USA Basketball espn.com faces questions about a new era, new coach, and new decisions.
Draft & Future Outlook
NBA insiders broke down the biggest questions for 10 lottery-bound teams after the trade deadline and ahead of the 2026 NBA draft espn.com.