NBA Basketball 24 Hours

Last updated: March 26, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Western Conference Contenders Shine Bright

The Denver Nuggets secured a tight victory over the Mavericks on Wednesday, propelled by Jamal Murray’s explosive 53-point performance and Nikola Jokic’s near-historic stat line of 23 points, 21 rebounds, and 19 assists. Elsewhere in the West, Golden State's Draymond Green publicly discussed the polarizing nature of Victor Wembanyama’s recent MVP campaigning, stating he simultaneously "hated" and "absolutely loved" the rookie center’s self-promotion efforts regarding the award. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder are taking a cautious approach with Jalen Williams as he reintegrates following a two-month absence due to a hamstring issue, limiting his minutes in his second game back to ensure full recovery.

Injury Woes & Off-Court Matters

The season-ending injury list grew for the Detroit Pistons, who officially ruled out guard Jaden Ivey and forward Jalen Smith for the remainder of the campaign due to ongoing physical ailments. In rookie evaluations, the top 10 rankings suggest the race for the Rookie of the Year award is largely settled with only a few weeks remaining in the regular season as top prospects solidify their standing. Separately, former NBA great George Gervin expressed his surprise and displeasure after learning that Bears quarterback Caleb Williams filed to trademark the nickname "Iceman," which the Hall of Famer has actively used throughout his career since his playing days.