NBA Basketball 8-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 18, 2026, 10:40 PM ET

Injuries

Kings guard Ben Simmons has suffered a torn Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery, ending his season before it begins. Warriors guard Stephen Curry is reportedly fine after tweaking his right ankle in practice, according to coach Steve Kerr. Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa, the top overall pick, is set to have his ankle checked after leaving the preseason finale.

Roster Moves

The Knicks are waiving Bruce Brown while keeping James Wiseman on the roster ahead of the season opener. The 76ers, short on frontcourt depth, have converted 7-foot-6 center Tacko Fall to a two-way contract. The Suns, meanwhile, have agreed to a $29 million extension for center Oso Ighodaro over three years.

Sixers and Suns Tensions

Joel Embiid insisted no one on Philadelphia's star-laden roster will take a back seat, after the Sixers fell 125-120 to the Celtics without VJ Edgecombe. Kevin Durant fired back at Suns owner Mat Ishbia on social media over how the team framed his tenure in Phoenix.

Entertainment Crossover

Singer Steve Lacy delighted a crowd at a concert with a few bars of the viral "LeBron, LeBron, LeBron" cover of his hit song "Oh Yeah?"

Coming Up

The Knicks' season opener follows their roster decisions this week, with Wiseman now set to play in it. Dybantsa's ankle check result will determine his availability for Wizards' early-season games.