NBA Basketball 3h Briefing
×Last updated: March 24, 2026, 12:30 AM ET
NBA Playoff Push & Coaching Frustration
Rockets coach Ime Udoka sharply criticized the officiating crew following Houston's defeat to the Chicago Bulls, publicly alleging "soft" calls led to his ejection and contributed to the outcome. Meanwhile, Western Conference hopefuls are setting their immediate roster strategies; Golden State coach Steve Kerr confirmed the team will deploy Stephen Curry in the upcoming play-in tournament, even if their seeding remains uncertain, indicating a full commitment to securing a top-eight spot rather than resting key players for the playoffs.
Roster Adjustments
In moves designed to secure depth for the final stretch of the regular season, the Milwaukee Bucks waived guard Cam Thomas on Thursday afternoon. This procedural move allowed the organization to convert forward Pete Nance's two-way contract into a standard NBA deal, bolstering their frontcourt options ahead of the postseason bracket setting next week.