NBA Basketball 3 Days

Last updated: March 29, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Eastern Conference Contenders & Playoff Races

The Philadelphia 76ers secured a crucial road victory over a previously hot Charlotte Hornets squad, as the team finally achieved full health with the return of their Big 3 including Tyrese Maxey alongside Joel Embiid and Paul George. Conversely, the Milwaukee Bucks officially saw their season conclude with a decisive blowout loss to the San Antonio Spurs, marking the end of the league's second-longest active playoff streak. In injury news impacting the East, the Chicago Bulls have shut down guard Jaden Ivey and forward Jalen Smith for the remainder of the season due to lingering ailments, further complicating postseason seeding scenarios across the conference Bulls' Ivey, Smith out rest of season with injuries.

Western Conference Turmoil & Player Discipline

League disciplinary action resulted in Luka Doncic receiving a one-game suspension for Monday's contest against the Wizards after the Lakers star collected his 16th technical foul during Friday's game. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves big man Naz Reid was penalized $50,000 by the league office for "questioning the integrity of game officials" following Minnesota's narrow 110-108 win over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday NBA fines Wolves' Reid $50K for ref comments. Adding to the injury woes in the West, sources confirm the Golden State Warriors will keep star guard Stephen Curry sidelined for at least two more games due to his persistent knee issue, extending his time off to a minimum of 25 consecutive contests Sources: Curry (knee) ruled out another 2 games.

Rookie Standings & League Buzz

Speculation surrounding the San Antonio Spurs is intensifying league-wide as insiders suggest the team's title aspirations are legitimate, driven by the unique talent of Victor Wembanyama who "breaks all the rules" Why NBA insiders are all-in on the Spurs. While the Rookie of the Year race appears nearly decided according to updated rankings released this week, the league continues to deal with off-court controversies, exemplified by former NBA great George Gervin expressing irritation after learning Bears quarterback Caleb Williams filed to trademark the nickname "Iceman" Gervin irked QB Williams filed 'Iceman' trademark.

Mid-Season Returns & Official Gripes

The Cleveland Cavaliers received a significant boost upon center Jarrett Allen's return from injury, as he immediately fueled a dominant 149-128 rout of the Miami Heat by pouring in 18 points across just 18 minutes of action Allen keys Cavs to victory with 18 points in return. Amidst the competitive environment, Grizzlies forward GG Jackson publicly voiced his belief that officials exhibit preferential treatment toward established veterans, specifically citing calls favoring stars like the [Rockets'] Kevin Durant over younger players Grizzlies' Jackson: Refs favor veterans, like KD.