NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Injury Updates
Deandre Ayton left Thursday's game with a knee injury as the Suns fell to the Nuggets. LeBron James complained of a sore elbow afterward and was uncertain for Friday's matchup against the Pacers.
Ja Morant will miss at least two more weeks recovering from a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow. Ausar Thompson left the Pistons' loss to the Spurs in the first quarter with a sprained right ankle.
Cooper Flagg returned to the Mavericks' lineup after missing eight games with a left midfoot sprain, scoring 18 points and adding six assists in a narrow 115-114 loss to the Magic.
Player Performances
Trae Young dazzled in his Wizards debut, thrilling the D.C. crowd with 12 points in limited action. Young showed why he's the type of player Washington hasn't had since John Wall.
The Warriors pulled off an overtime surprise in Houston, with Stephen Curry sending encouraging texts to Draymond Green before the game. Curry's leadership helped guide Golden State to the unexpected victory.
Off-Court News
A federal judge in New York issued a $1 million civil judgment against NBA free agent Malik Beasley in a contract dispute with his former agency. The ruling marks a significant financial setback for the player.
Jayson Tatum is preparing to return to Boston after a devastating Achilles injury, potentially shifting the NBA's balance of power with just weeks remaining in the regular season. His comeback could have major implications for the Celtics' championship aspirations.