Last updated: March 21, 2026, 10:30 PM ET
Midweek NBA Incidents & Player Status Updates
The league saw disciplinary action and injury updates across multiple teams this week. Sixers center Andre Drummond was fined $25,000 by the NBA for making a gesture resembling a shooting motion toward the Sacramento Kings' bench during recent action. Meanwhile, on the injury front, the Golden State Warriors ruled Stephen Curry out for their next two contests, though they anticipate integrating him into live contact drills shortly as he recovers from a knee issue. Adding to Golden State's woes, Kristaps Porzingis exited Friday's game against Detroit due to lower back spasms, leaving his immediate availability uncertain.
Playoff Contenders Navigate Roster Changes & On-Court Friction
Several teams contending for postseason positioning dealt with internal disruptions and player absences. In Denver, the Nuggets expected Peyton Watson's return on Sunday against Portland following a six-week absence caused by a hamstring strain, providing a boost to their rotation. Contrastingly, the Washington Wizards confirmed that point guard Trae Young remains indefinitely sidelined with an unspecified pair of injuries, complicating their immediate outlook. Furthermore, tension boiled over during Sunday’s contest where four players were ejected following an altercation late in the first half of the Oklahoma City Thunder's 132-111 victory over Washington, including OKC's Jaylin Williams and Washington's Justin Champagnie.
Off-Court Legal Matters Surface
Away from the hardwood, Dallas Mavericks star Luka Dončić has formally moved to dismiss a child support petition initiated by his ex-fiancée seeking financial assistance for their two daughters as well as associated attorney fees, according to sources familiar with the filing.