NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×MVP & Honors
Le Bron backs Brown as the Celtics’ star fuels the MVP debate following his 30‑point performance against the Lakers. Meanwhile, the Lakers celebrated history with a new Riley statue outside Crypto.com Arena, honoring the coach’s iconic style in a sleek Armani suit.
Injury Updates
Avdija exits early in Portland’s win over Phoenix, his lower‑back flare forcing a bench stint. The Bulls announced that Simons imaging will assess his left‑wrist injury before deciding on a return timeline. Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton was confirmed to have Haliburton shingles, sidelining him for several weeks. Golden State also listed Warriors scratches as Kristaps Porzingis and Draymond Green sit out the Nuggets matchup.
Game Highlights
Warriors win despite Nikola Jokic’s 35‑point triple‑double, as the undermanned squad outscored Denver 128‑117. Early in the Celtics‑Lakers clash, Queta dunk over Luka Doncic electrified the arena, showcasing the 7‑foot rookie’s rising impact.