NBA Basketball 3h Briefing
×Last updated: March 14, 2026, 5:35 PM ET
Injury Updates
Giannis Antetokounmpo missed his 31st game espn.com this season as the Bucks faced the Hawks without their two-time MVP, while the Cavaliers' Darius Garland exited early with a hamstring strain that could sideline him for multiple weeks. The Warriors also announced that Jonathan Kuminga will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery, dealing a blow to their playoff rotation depth.
Standings & Playoff Picture
The Nuggets clinched a playoff berth with their 112-105 win over the Clippers, extending their streak to 10 consecutive postseason appearances. Meanwhile, the Celtics moved into the top seed in the East after defeating the Heat, while the Kings' 118-110 victory over the Pelicans kept their slim playoff hopes alive at 3.5 games back of the 10th seed.