NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Friday Night's On-Court Drama
Nikola Jokic angrily confronted Thunder guard Lu Dort after an ejection-worthy flagrant foul. Dort appeared to trip Jokic, who called the play "an unnecessary move." Meanwhile, Friday night's game between the Pistons and Cavaliers faced an 18-minute delay in the third quarter when a blaring horn disrupted play after a power surge caused the overhead scoreboard to malfunction.
Standout Performances and Records
The Celtics delivered one of the best offensive performances in league history on Friday night against the Nets. In rookie news, Kon Knueppel broke Keegan Murray's NBA rookie record for 3-pointers, making his 207th on Thursday night against the Pacers.
Injury Updates
Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen will be reevaluated in two weeks after an MRI on his hip, becoming the latest Utah player sidelined by injury. The Cavaliers ruled out All-Stars Donovan Mitchell and James Harden for their second straight game, along with Keon Ellis and Dean Wade. The Heat announced All-Star guard Norman Powell has a Grade 1 right groin strain and will miss at least a week.
Roster Moves
The Suns waived Cole Anthony Friday, three weeks after acquiring him at the trade deadline. Mason Plumlee signed a deal with the Spurs for the remainder of the season.