NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
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The Celtics posted one of the best offensive performances in league history Friday, routing the Nets. Joel Embiid will miss at least three games with a strained oblique, the 76ers announced. Lauri Markkanen faces a two-week absence after an MRI revealed a hip issue, extending Utah’s injury woes.
Player News
Nikola Jokic angrily confronted Lu Dort after a flagrant foul 2 ejection Friday, calling the play "unnecessary." Gui Santos secured a three-year, $15 million extension with the Warriors, locking in the starting forward. Meanwhile, Kevin Durant drew praise from Erik Spoelstra, who called a potential 2028 Olympic return "incredible."
Game Notes
Friday’s Pistons-Cavs matchup faced an 18-minute delay in the third quarter when a blaring horn disrupted play after a power surge malfunctioned the scoreboard.