NBA Basketball 8-Hour Briefing
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Last updated: March 16, 2026, 10:30 AM ET
League Operations & Player Narratives
The NBA prepares for a formal vote among its Board of Governors next week to officially explore expansion, with internal discussions centering exclusively on bringing new franchises to Las Vegas and Seattle. This administrative maneuver comes as player performances continue to drive current playoff positioning, exemplified by Lakers guard Marcus Smart. Smart, who is managing a severe self-inflicted hand injury, is reportedly fueling the team's ascent in the Western Conference standings despite the lingering physical challenge from the incident.