NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Injury Report
Porzingis out as the Warriors confirm the 7‑foot forward will miss his fourth straight game with a lingering illness. Embiid out follows Philadelphia’s announcement that the All‑Star will sit at least three contests after straining his right oblique. Meanwhile, Markkanen hip will be re‑evaluated in two weeks, leaving Utah without its leading scorer for the near term.
On‑Court Action
Celtics historic offense erupted Friday, as Boston posted one of the most efficient scoring nights in league history against the Nets. Tensions flared in Denver when Jokic confronts Dort after a flagrant foul 2 that ejected the Thunder guard for an “unnecessary” trip.
Roster Moves & Outlook
Warriors extend Santos secured a three‑year, $15 million deal for the starting forward, reinforcing Golden State’s frontcourt depth. Across the league, Durant Olympics sparked conversation when Miami’s Erik Spoelstra mused about the 2028 Games, noting how remarkable it would be if the veteran still competes.
Game‑Day Glitch
An unexpected Horn delay Pistons paused the Detroit‑Cleveland matchup for 18 minutes after a power surge triggered a blaring horn, briefly halting the third quarter.