NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Fines & Discipline
Scotty Pippen Jr. and Myron Gardner each received a $35,000 fine for their weekend scuffle.
Injury Updates
Deni Avdija exited Sunday's game with a flare-up of his lower back issue. Anfernee Simons will see a hand specialist after additional wrist imaging. Tyrese Haliburton has been diagnosed with shingles and is expected to miss several weeks.
Fantasy Focus
For teams seeking immediate help, these top waiver wire adds could provide a homestretch boost.
MVP Race
After a key Celtics win, Le Bron James endorsed Jaylen Brown as an MVP candidate.
Game Results
Despite Nikola Jokic monumental 35-point, 20-rebound triple-double, the Denver Nuggets fell 128-117 to the shorthanded Golden State Warriors.
Olympic News
Kevin Durant confirmed his intention to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. This sets the stage for USA Basketball as it enters a new era with a new coach and key decisions ahead.
Statue Unveiling
The Lakers honored legendary coach Pat Riley with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena on Sunday.
Notable Performances
Rookie Neemias Queta threw down a first-quarter dunk over Luka Doncic during the Celtics-Lakers matchup.