Last updated: March 21, 2026, 9:30 PM ET
Player Discipline & Legal Matters
The NBA levied a $25,000 fine against Sixers center Andre Drummond for displaying a gun-like gesture directed toward the Sacramento Kings' bench during play, adding to the disciplinary actions across the league. Separately, off the court, Mavericks star Luka Dončić has formally asked a court to dismiss a child support petition filed by his ex-fiancée, which was seeking financial assistance for their two daughters and associated legal costs, sources confirmed to ESPN's Dave McMenamin.
Injury Updates & Roster Returns
Teams continue to navigate significant injury concerns as the postseason approaches, exemplified by the Warriors losing Kristaps Porzingis mid-game Friday in Detroit due to lower back spasms. While Stephen Curry remains sidelined for the next two scheduled contests, the franchise is cautiously planning his reintegration by scheduling him for live contact drills in practice this coming week. Conversely, the Nuggets received a boost as forward Peyton Watson returned to the lineup Sunday against Portland following a six-week absence caused by a hamstring strain.
On-Court Incidents & Team Status
Tensions boiled over during Sunday's matchup in Oklahoma City, where four players were ejected following a skirmish late in the first half of the Thunder's 132-111 victory, specifically naming Oklahoma City's Jaylin Williams and Washington's Justin Champagnie as participants in the altercation. The Wizards remain shorthanded following that contest, as point guard Trae Young is currently listed as out indefinitely while dealing with an undisclosed pair of injuries that have kept him sidelined since Saturday's game against OKC.