NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Player Injuries & Updates
VJ Edgecombe will miss Wednesday's game against Utah with a low back bruise. Harrison Barnes ended his iron man streak by sitting out due to a sore left ankle. Victor Wembanyama reflected on his recent trip to Alaska to see the northern lights after the All-Star break.
Coach & Team News
Lakers coach JJ Redick downplayed his sideline exchange with Luka Doncic, calling it "very normal." Steve Kerr and Doc Rivers joined other prominent coaches in signing a public letter about political interference in universities.
Off-Court Developments
Wembanyama expressed relief after learning his missing friend had been located. Prosecutors expect to offer plea agreements to 12 defendants in the federal poker case involving Chauncey Billups and Damon Jones.
League Analysis
ESPN analyst Zach Kram explored the Eastern Conference's underrated strength heading into the playoffs. With six weeks remaining, teams are eyeing the most intriguing games left on their schedules. Fantasy managers should target key pickups before the playoffs begin.