NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Starting Lineup Changes
Hawks coach Quin Snyder has removed former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher from the starting lineup in favor of veteran CJ Mc Collum. The move comes as Atlanta looks to stabilize their rotation during a challenging stretch.
Player Debuts
Coby White is set to make his Charlotte Hornets debut on Tuesday night against his former Bulls team. The guard was acquired at the trade deadline and brings scoring punch to the Hornets' backcourt.
Injury Updates
Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic will undergo nose surgery this week and sit out the rest of the season. The injury compounds Utah's frontcourt depth issues as they navigate the Western Conference standings.
Legal News
A grand jury returned a no-bill in the case involving former NBA guard Patrick Beverley, who was arrested last fall in what police called a "family violence" incident. The decision closes the case without charges.
Game Results
Russell Westbrook scored 25 points as the Kings snapped a 16-game losing streak -- the longest in franchise history -- with a 123-114 victory over the Grizzlies on Monday night. The win ended Sacramento's franchise-worst skid and provided a much-needed morale boost.
Spurs won their ninth straight game, beating the Pistons in a potential NBA Finals preview Monday night. The victory showcased San Antonio's depth and defensive intensity as they continue their surprising playoff push.