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×Game Results & Injuries
Oklahoma City defeated the Knicks 103-100 Wednesday night, but the victory came at a cost. Alex Caruso suffered a left hip contusion while Isaiah Hartenstein exited with left calf tightness. Both players were ruled out during the game and will be reevaluated Thursday.
Player Analysis & Strategy
Knicks coach Mike Brown praised Clippers star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after Wednesday's loss, noting his exceptional ability to draw fouls. "SGA, he's a tough cover, and he does a great job of convincing the referees -- probably better than anybody in the league -- that he's getting hit," Brown said following the 103-100 defeat.
Player News & Updates
Victor Wembanyama expressed relief after learning his missing friend had been located. The Spurs star had been concerned about the longtime friend who disappeared after being dropped off at a Chicago airport. Meanwhile, Wembanyama recently visited Alaska to witness the northern lights, calling it "the best thing I've ever seen" after his All-Star break trip.
Injury Updates
76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe will miss Wednesday's game against Utah due to a low back bruise. The star rookie suffered the injury during a hard fall the previous night, forcing him to sit out at least one game while recovering.
League & Off-Court News
Steve Kerr and Doc Rivers were among prominent coaches who signed a public letter Wednesday addressing political interference in universities. The letter contends such interference threatens to undermine college athletics. Separately, Alexander Esteban Huaiquil Chavez pleaded guilty to interstate transportation of stolen property in connection with a theft group that burglarized athletes' homes across the United States in 2024.