NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Injury Updates
Kristaps Porzingis remains sidelined by a "mysterious" illness since his Warriors debut on Feb. 19. Ja Morant will miss at least two more weeks recovering from a sprained elbow ligament. Ausar Thompson left Thursday's game with a sprained ankle after just one quarter.
Player Statuses
Deandre Ayton exited Thursday's loss to the Nuggets with a knee injury. LeBron James complained of a sore elbow afterward and said he was uncertain for Friday's game against the Lakers. Ja Morant will miss at least two more weeks recovering from a sprained elbow ligament.
Game Results
Cooper Flagg returned from an eight-game absence with 18 points and six assists, but the Mavericks fell 115-114 to the Magic on a late rally. Trae Young dazzled in his Wizards debut with 12 points despite limited playing time in Washington's win.
Off-Court News
A federal judge issued a $1 million judgment against Malik Beasley in a contract dispute with his former agency. Jayson Tatum is preparing for his return to Boston after a devastating Achilles injury, potentially shifting the NBA's balance of power.
Warriors Update
The Warriors won in overtime in Houston, with Stephen Curry sending encouraging texts to Draymond Green before the game despite Curry's continued absence.