NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Starting Lineup Changes
The Hawks have removed former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher from the starting lineup in favor of veteran CJ Mc Collum. This move signals a shift toward experienced leadership as Atlanta navigates their season.
Player Debuts
Coby White is set to make his Charlotte Hornets debut on Tuesday night against his former Bulls team. The guard's return to Chicago adds an intriguing storyline to what should be an emotional matchup.
Injury Updates
Utah center Jusuf Nurkic will undergo nose surgery this week and sit out the rest of the season. The Jazz will need to adjust their interior defense without their starting center for the final stretch.
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. Beverley avoids charges in the matter.
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 breaks Sacramento's franchise-worst skid and provides a much-needed morale boost.
The Spurs won their ninth straight game, beating the Pistons in a potential NBA Finals preview Monday night. San Antonio continues to build momentum with their impressive winning streak.