NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 15, 2026, 6:44 AM ET
NBA Basketball
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard sprained his left ankle during Saturday’s home loss to the Kings, exiting after 32 minutes and missing the final 9:27. Meanwhile, Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo missed his 31st game this season due to undisclosed reasons, leaving Milwaukee shorthanded against the Hawks.
In pivotal performances, Lakers guard Austin Reaves executed a perfect missed free throw before sinking a tying three-pointer to force overtime, while Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic drained the game-winning jumper in the extra frame, securing a 122-119 victory over Denver.
Spurs center Victor Wembanyama dominated every facet of Saturday’s matchup against the Hornets, tallying 32 points, 12 rebounds, eight assists, four blocks, and two steals. His all-around effort propelled San Antonio to a 17-2 record since February, showcasing his emergence as a franchise cornerstone.