NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing

Game Highlights

Nikola Jokic angrily confronted Thunder guard Lu Dort after a flagrant foul 2 ejection. The Celtics posted historic offensive performance against the Nets. A blaring horn caused an 18-minute delay in the Pistons-Cavaliers game after a power surge.

Injury Updates

Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen will miss at least two weeks with a hip injury. The Heat announced All-Star guard Norman Powell has a Grade 1 groin strain. Cavaliers All-Stars Donovan Mitchell and James Harden both missed their second straight game.

Roster Moves

The Suns waived Cole Anthony three weeks after acquiring him at the trade deadline. The Spurs signed Mason Plumlee to a deal for the remainder of the season. Rookie Kon Knueppel broke the NBA rookie record for 3-pointers in just 59 games.

Awards Watch

Andre Snellings analyzes the NBA awards races, highlighting why Cade Cunningham and Victor Wembanyama are top MVP contenders.