NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Contract Extensions & Injuries
Sources say the Warriors signed starting forward Gui Santos to a three-year, $15 million contract extension on Saturday. Meanwhile, Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen will miss at least two weeks after an MRI on his hip Thursday, sources say, making him the latest Utah player sidelined by injury.
On-Court Drama & Technicalities
Thunder guard Lu Dort was ejected Friday night after appearing to trip Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, who called the play "an unnecessary move." In another incident, Friday's Pistons-Cavs game was delayed 18 minutes in the third quarter when a power surge caused the overhead scoreboard to malfunction, triggering a blaring horn.
Standout Performances & Records
The Celtics posted one of the league's best offensive performances in history Friday night against the Nets. Kon Knueppel also made headlines by breaking Keegan Murray's NBA rookie record for 3-pointers, making his 207th on Thursday night against the Pacers.
Roster Moves & Health Updates
The Suns waived Cole Anthony Friday, three weeks after acquiring him at the trade deadline. The Spurs signed Mason Plumlee to a deal for the remainder of the season. The Heat announced All-Star guard Norman Powell has a Grade 1 right groin strain and will miss at least a week. For the Cavs, All-Stars Donovan Mitchell and James Harden each missed their second straight game Friday along with Keon Ellis and Dean Wade.