NBA Basketball 8-Hour Briefing
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Last updated: March 15, 2026, 7:45 AM ET
NBA Highlights
Kawhi Leonard limped off with a sprained ankle in the Clippers' 113-110 loss to the Kings, missing the final 9:27 after sustaining the injury late in regulation. Meanwhile, Austin Reaves delivered late-game magic by executing a perfect missed free throw before sinking the tying bucket, forcing overtime where Luka Doncic drained the winning jumper to lift the Lakers past the Nuggets 114-111 in a thrilling OT thriller.
Injury Update
Leonard's absence significantly weakens the Clippers' frontcourt depth, potentially impacting their playoff positioning. The Lakers' victory, however, solidifies their playoff seeding, buoyed by Doncic's clutch performance.