Latest Basketball News

📅March 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM
NBA action from March 8 highlighted key wins: Trail Blazers over Pacers, Kings over Bulls, Celtics over Cavaliers, plus Lakers' statement victory against Knicks.
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Trail Blazers Crush Pacers 131-111

Scoot Henderson led Portland with 28 points, 6 assists, and 3 rebounds in a dominant win. Jrue Holiday scored 21 points with 5 threes for the Pacers, while Pascal Siakam added 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists. Trail Blazers improve to 31-34; Pacers drop to 15-49.Source 1

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Kings Top Bulls 126-110 Behind Westbrook Triple-Double

Russell Westbrook posted 23 points, 11 rebounds, and 12 assists for Sacramento's victory. Collin Sexton led Bulls with 28 points, including 7 threes and 3 assists. Kings rise to 15-50; Bulls fall to 26-38.Source 2

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Celtics Defeat Cavaliers 109-98 in Eastern Clash

Jaylen Brown recorded 23 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists, with Jayson Tatum adding 20 in his second game back from injury. Donovan Mitchell scored 30 and Evan Mobley 24 for Cleveland. Boston sweeps season series, now within three games of East lead.Source 4

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Lakers Secure Statement Win Over Knicks

Lakers triumphed in a thrilling matchup, with key plays from Austin Reaves and Luka Donic combining for 53 points. Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby contributed for New York, but LA pulled ahead. LeBron James is day-to-day.Source 3

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Payton Pritchard Shines in Celtics Victory

Payton Pritchard added 18 points off the bench, helping build an 81-55 third-quarter lead over Cavaliers. Baylor Scheierman notched 16 points and 10 rebounds. Celtics improve to 43-21 post-Tatum's return.Source 7

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Donovan Mitchell Drops 30 in Cavaliers Loss

Mitchell scored 30 points in his return from groin strain, but Cavaliers couldn't overcome Celtics' lead. Evan Mobley had 24 points and 8 rebounds; James Harden added 19 points and 10 assists. Cavs had won seven straight home games prior.Source 4

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Suns vs Hornets Highlights Feature Booker Three

Devin Booker hit a key corner three after hustle plays in Phoenix's matchup against Charlotte. Brandon Miller grabbed 9 rebounds with 11 points for Hornets. Game showcased tight defense and recoveries.Source 10

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2026 NBA Mock Draft Previews Top Prospects

Ahead of March Madness, analysis projects NCAA stars' landing spots in the 2026 NBA Draft. Focuses on emerging talents as college regular season ends. Key for fantasy and scouting prep.Source 8

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NBA Depth Charts Show Injury Updates

Multiple players out or questionable: Kuzma, Antetokounmpo, Vucevic (surgery), Sexton, etc., across teams like Bucks, Bulls, Cavs, Celtics. Tracks rotations and fantasy implications. Allen trending better for Cavs.Source 6

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Tatum Builds Lead in Celtics' Second-Quarter Surge

Jayson Tatum scored 14 points early, helping Celtics to 48-29 halftime edge with Cleveland shooting 2/22 from three. Brown added free throws for 56-35 lead. Boston dominated first half.Source 4

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Westbrook's Hustle Powers Kings Win

Russell Westbrook's triple-double featured hustle plays and interior passing in Sacramento's win. Giddey contributed 7 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists. Kings showed floor hustle throughout.Source 9