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Last updated: April 2, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

NBA League Affairs & Discipline

The NBA levied sanctions against the Portland Trail Blazers, issuing a substantial $100,000 fine and suspending assistant general managers Mike Schmitz and Sergi Oliva for two weeks following illegal contact made with Yang Hansen back in December 2023. Separately, off-court issues continued to surface as Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested Wednesday in Arkansas on drug possession and traffic violations, including speeding charges. These incidents arrive as high-profile figures also look toward international play, with rap superstar J. Cole finalizing a deal to join the Nanjing Monkey Kings in the Chinese Basketball Association.

Eastern Conference Scoreboard

The Boston Celtics steamrolled the Miami Heat on Wednesday night, posting an explosive 53 points in the first quarter alone—a figure nearly matching the NBA record for an opening period—en route to a decisive 147-129 victory. This dominant offensive start provided immediate separation against their Eastern Conference rivals, showcasing the team's elite offensive capabilities early in the contest.