NBA Basketball 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 18, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Injuries
Kings guard Ben Simmons has suffered a torn Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery, ending his season before it begins. Warriors guard Stephen Curry is reportedly fine after tweaking his right ankle in practice, according to coach Steve Kerr. Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa, the top overall pick, is set to have his ankle checked after leaving the preseason finale.
Roster Moves
The Knicks are waiving Bruce Brown while keeping James Wiseman on the roster ahead of the season opener. The 76ers, short on frontcourt depth, have converted 7-foot-6 center Tacko Fall to a two-way contract. The Suns, meanwhile, have agreed to a $29 million extension for center Oso Ighodaro over three years.
Sixers and Suns Tensions
Joel Embiid insisted no one on Philadelphia's star-laden roster will take a back seat, after the Sixers fell 125-120 to the Celtics without VJ Edgecombe. Kevin Durant fired back at Suns owner Mat Ishbia on social media over how the team framed his tenure in Phoenix.
Entertainment Crossover
Singer Steve Lacy delighted a crowd at a concert with a few bars of the viral "LeBron, LeBron, LeBron" cover of his hit song "Oh Yeah?"
Coming Up
The Knicks' season opener follows their roster decisions this week, with Wiseman now set to play in it. Dybantsa's ankle check result will determine his availability for Wizards' early-season games.