NBA Basketball 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 19, 2026, 8:30 AM ET
Western Conference Playoff Picture & Streaks
The Los Angeles Lakers extended their current run to a season-best seventh consecutive victory Wednesday night, fueled by a dominant performance from LeBron James, who delivered six dunks during the road win in Houston. This recent surge prompts a look back at James' career peaks, including the Miami Heat's historic 27-game winning streak from 2013, a run that saw the franchise remain undefeated for 52 straight days. Conversely, the Golden State Warriors face grim prospects as Coach Steve Kerr acknowledged the cold reality that his team is "going to be in the play-in" following their sixth defeat in the last seven contests.
Ownership & Future Expansion
Shifting focus away from on-court action, LeBron James confirmed he will not pursue involvement in an ownership group for a potential National Basketball Association expansion franchise in Las Vegas. This statement closes the door on the superstar actively attempting to court a controlling stake in any new market entry, despite previously entertaining the idea publicly.