NBA Basketball 3d Briefing
×Game Highlights & Results
Russell Westbrook espn.com led the Kings to a 123-114 victory over the Grizzlies, scoring 25 points and ending Sacramento's franchise-worst 16-game losing streak. The Spurs continued their dominance with a ninth straight win, defeating the Pistons in what was described as a potential NBA Finals preview. In a thrilling double-overtime battle, Jalen Green espn.com hit a buzzer-beater from the right corner to lift the Suns past the Magic 113-110. Meanwhile, Nikola Jokic espn.com posted a 35-point, 20-rebound, 12-assist triple-double, but his Nuggets still fell 128-117 to the undermanned Warriors.
Player Injuries & Updates
Dejounte Murray espn.com is expected to return Tuesday when the Pelicans host the Warriors after recovering from a ruptured Achilles. Jusuf Nurkic espn.com will undergo nose surgery this week and miss the remainder of the season. Tyrese Haliburton espn.com was diagnosed with shingles and will be away from the Pacers for several weeks. Deni Avdija espn.com left Sunday's game against the Suns due to a lower back issue flare-up. Anfernee Simons espn.com will have additional imaging on his injured left wrist Monday, while Jaden Ivey espn.com will miss at least two weeks with left knee soreness. The Warriors ruled out Kristaps Porzingis espn.com (illness) and Draymond Green (back for their game against the Nuggets.
League News & Fines
The NBA fined Scotty Pippen Jr. espn.com and Myron Gardner $35,000 each for their scuffle during a weekend game. A grand jury returned a no-bill in the case involving former NBA guard Patrick Beverley espn.com, who was arrested last fall in what police called a "family violence" incident. Marques Johnson espn.com, NBA legend and Hall of Fame finalist, celebrated his annual birthday dunk tradition. The Lakers unveiled a statue of legendary coach Pat Riley espn.com outside Crypto.com Arena, depicting him in his iconic Armani suit.
Olympic & International Basketball
Kevin Durant espn.com told ESPN he plans to play in the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, expressing frustration with U.S. basketball critics. to 2028, USA Basketball espn.com faces a new era with a new coach and significant decisions as Los Angeles prepares to host. After Jaylen Brown espn.com fueled the Celtics' win over the Lakers on Sunday, he received an MVP endorsement from Le Bron James, highlighting the storied rivalry between the teams.
Fantasy & Strategic Analysis
With the trade deadline passed, our NBA insiders break down the biggest questions for 10 lottery-bound teams heading into the draft. For fantasy basketball managers, Keaton Wallace espn.com, Bilal Coulibaly, and Rudy Gobert are among the players to add for the week ahead as teams push toward the homestretch. The Bulls' injury situation deepens as they await results on Anfernee Simons' wrist, while the Pacers must adjust without Tyrese Haliburton for multiple weeks due to shingles.
Business & Operations
The Lakers confirmed to ESPN they are planning significant ticket price increases for the 2026-27 season. Neemias Queta espn.com, the 7-foot center, is having his best professional season, averaging 9.7 points. 2 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks heading into Sunday's games. As the regular season winds down, teams are managing various injuries and return timelines, with the Warriors' Dejounte Murray return potentially providing a boost to New Orleans' playoff push.