NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Game Results & Injuries
James Harden is out indefinitely after a right thumb fracture, leaving the Cavaliers shorthanded. Oklahoma City secured a win over Detroit despite being without its top six scorers in a potential Finals preview. Meanwhile, Zion Williamson continues to quiet durability concerns with consistent court time for the Pelicans.
Team Moves & Awards
The Lakers' playoff push hinges on Deandre Ayton embracing a specific role. Los Angeles also added former Virginia coach Tony Bennett as a draft adviser to Rob Pelinka. The MVP race tightened as frontrunners Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic face potential ineligibility.
Off-Court News
Banned former player Jontay Porter is set to join the USBL's Super Hawks. Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia is offering $1 million to All-Star Weekend event winners to boost participation.