NBA Basketball 3d Briefing
×Game Results & Standings
The Kings espn.com snapped a 16-game losing streak with a 123-114 victory over the Grizzlies on Monday night, ending the longest skid in franchise history. Russell Westbrook led the way with 25 points. The Spurs continued their dominance by winning their ninth straight game, beating the Pistons in what was called a potential NBA Finals preview Monday night. The Warriors espn.com pulled off an upset against the Nuggets despite missing key players, defeating Denver 128-117 even with Nikola Jokic posting a 35-point, 20-rebound, 12-assist triple-double. The Knicks espn.com overcame an 18-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the Rockets 108-106 on Saturday night, with Karl-Anthony Towns sparking the comeback. The Suns espn.com needed double overtime to defeat the Magic 113-110, as Jalen Green hit a buzzer-beater from the right corner. The Celtics espn.com got a highlight dunk from 7-foot center Neemias Queta early in their game against the Lakers.
Player News & Injuries
Tyrese Haliburton espn.com was diagnosed with shingles and will miss a few weeks for the Pacers, dealing a blow to their playoff push. Deni Avdija espn.com left Sunday's win against the Suns after his lower back issue flared up again, adding to the Trail Blazers' injury concerns. Anfernee Simons espn.com will undergo additional imaging on his injured left wrist Monday and see a hand specialist, according to Bulls coach Billy Donovan. Dillon Brooks espn.com broke his left hand against Orlando and is undergoing tests to determine his return timeline. Jaden Ivey espn.com will miss at least two weeks with soreness in his left knee, leaving the Bulls shorthanded. Jusuf Nurkic espn.com will undergo nose surgery this week and sit out the rest of the season for the Jazz. Dejounte Murray espn.com is expected to return from his ruptured Achilles on Tuesday when the Pelicans host the Warriors.
Team Moves & Lineup Changes
The Hawks espn.com made a significant lineup change by removing former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher from the starting lineup in favor of veteran CJ Mc Collum. Coby White espn.com is set to make his Charlotte Hornets debut on Tuesday night against his former Bulls team. Kristaps Porzingis espn.com (illness) and Draymond Green (back were late scratches for the Warriors' game against the Nuggets. Scotty Pippen Jr. espn.com and Myron Gardner were each fined $35,000 by the NBA for their scuffle in a game over the weekend.
League & Off-Court News
Kevin Durant espn.com told ESPN he plans to play in the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, eyeing another Olympic run. Le Bron James espn.com endorsed Jaylen Brown for MVP consideration after Brown fueled the Celtics' win over the Lakers on Sunday. A grand jury returned a no-bill in the case involving former NBA guard Patrick Beverley, who was arrested last fall in what police called a "family violence" incident. The Lakers espn.com confirmed to ESPN they are planning ticket price increases for the 2026-27 season. Legendary Lakers coach Pat Riley was honored with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, wearing his iconic Armani suit.
Our NBA insiders break down the biggest questions for 10 lottery-bound teams after the trade deadline and ahead of the draft. Marques Johnson espn.com celebrated another birthday with his annual dunk, continuing his tradition at age. Entrata espn.com is among the players to consider adding for the week ahead in fantasy basketball pickups. With Los Angeles 2028 up next on the Olympic calendar, USA Basketball espn.com faces a new era with new coaching decisions and roster choices to make.