NBA Basketball 3d Briefing
×Player Movement & Injuries
Coby White espn.com is set to make his Charlotte Hornets debut against his former Bulls team on Tuesday. Tyrese Haliburton espn.com was diagnosed with shingles and will be away from the Pacers for a few weeks, coach Rick Carlisle announced Sunday. Jaden Ivey espn.com will miss at least two weeks with left knee soreness, leaving the Bulls without another key guard. Kristaps Porzingis espn.com and Draymond Green were late scratches for the Warriors against the Nuggets due to illness and back soreness respectively.
Game Results & Performances
Russell Westbrook espn.com scored 25 points as the Kings snapped a franchise-worst 16-game losing streak with a 123-114 victory over the Grizzlies. 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 led the Knicks' 18-point fourth-quarter rally to overcome the Rockets 108-106 after being lifeless for three quarters. Nikola Jokic espn.com posted a 35-point, 20-rebound, 12-assist triple-double but his Nuggets still fell 128-117 to the undermanned Warriors.
Team Changes & Roster Moves
The Hawks have removed former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher espn.com from the starting lineup in favor of veteran CJ Mc Collum. Anfernee Simons espn.com will have additional imaging on his injured left wrist Monday and see a hand specialist, according to Bulls coach Billy Donovan. Deni Avdija espn.com left Sunday's Trail Blazers win against the Suns with lower back issues that have been bothering him for weeks.
Legal & League News
A grand jury returned a no-bill in the case involving former NBA guard Patrick Beverley espn.com, who was arrested last fall in what police called a "family violence" incident. The NBA fined Scotty Pippen Jr. espn.com and Myron Gardner $35,000 each for their weekend scuffle between the Grizzlies and Heat.
Olympic & International Basketball
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 a new era with a new coach and new decisions ahead. After Jaylen Brown espn.com fueled the Celtics' win over the Lakers on Sunday, he received an MVP endorsement from Le Bron James across the storied rivalry.
Upcoming Returns & Health Updates
Dejounte Murray espn.com is expected to make his return from a ruptured Achilles on Tuesday when the Pelicans host the Warriors. Jusuf Nurkic espn.com will undergo nose surgery this week and sit out the rest of the season for the Jazz. Dillon Brooks espn.com broke his left hand Saturday night against Orlando and is still undergoing tests to determine his return timeline.
Historical Moments & Honors
Legendary Lakers coach Pat Riley espn.com was honored with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, wearing his iconic Armani suit. Hall of Fame finalist Marques Johnson espn.com celebrated another year with his annual birthday dunk, showcasing the enduring athleticism of NBA legends.
Future Outlook & Analysis
Our NBA insiders break down the biggest questions for 10 lottery-bound teams after the trade deadline and ahead of the draft in evaluating draft, free agency and trade options. Neemias Queta espn.com, the 7-foot center, is having his best season as a pro, averaging 9.7 points. 2 rebounds and 1.3 blocks heading into Sunday's Celtics-Lakers game.