Latest Basketball News
Oklahoma City Thunder Extend Winning Streak to Six with Clutch Win Over Denver Nuggets
The Thunder defeated the Nuggets 129-126, maintaining their six-game winning streak. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with a clutch 35-point double-double, joining LeBron James as the only players with 35+ points, 15+ assists, and 0 turnovers in a tracked regular season game. He also reached 13,000 career points, becoming the 4th fastest to hit key milestones.
LA Clippers Secure Second Straight Win Against New York Knicks
The Clippers beat the Knicks 126-118 for their second consecutive victory. Kawhi Leonard was the top scorer for the Clippers in the win. This result updates Western Conference standings.
Utah Jazz Upset Golden State Warriors in Close Contest
The Jazz won 119-116 over the Warriors. Bryce Sensabaugh scored 21 points, Kyle Filipowski had a double-double with 19 points and 15 rebounds, and Elijah Harkless added 16. DeAnthony Melton led the Warriors with 22 points.
Brooklyn Nets Defeat Memphis Grizzlies for Second Straight Win
The Nets won 126-115 against the Grizzlies. Darren Sharp topped Nets scoring with 19 points, OK Agaji had 18, and Nolan Trior added 17; Ryan Roupert led Grizzlies with 20.
Cleveland Cavaliers Top Philadelphia 76ers in Highlight-Reel Game
James Harden led the Cavaliers with 21 points, Kian Ellis scored 19 including key threes, and Donovan Mitchell added 17. Quinton Grimes had 17 for the 76ers in the loss.
Miami Heat Receive 2026 Second-Round Pick from Hornets Over Rozier Trade
The NBA awarded Miami the more favorable 2026 second-round pick (Golden State/Denver) due to the 2023 Terry Rozier trade amid a betting scandal resolution. This is the final compensation; Heat will send a lottery-protected 2027 first to Charlotte.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Achieves Historic 35-Point, 15-Assist Game with No Turnovers
SGA's performance against the Nuggets marks him as only the second player ever with LeBron to post 35+ points, 15+ assists, and zero turnovers. He reached 13,000 career points in 516 games, trailing only Wade, James, Iverson, and Jordan in speed to milestones.
NBA Cancels Atlanta Hawks' Magic City Strip Club Celebration Night
The league halted the Hawks' planned tribute to Atlanta's Magic City club, featuring lemon pepper wings and merchandise, due to concerns from players and the league. The event was set for next Tuesday vs. Orlando; Spurs' Luke Kornet spoke out against it.
Jayson Tatum Scores 20 in Second Game Back from Achilles Injury
Tatum dropped 20 points in 27 minutes during his second game since returning from an Achilles injury on March 8. This marks his continued ramp-up in the NBA season.
NBA Standings Update After March 10 Games in 2025-26 Season
Day 131 of the regular season saw Western Conference action with wins for Clippers, Jazz, Thunder, Nets (vs. Grizzlies), and Cavaliers (vs. 76ers). Key teams like Kings, Warriors, Suns, Lakers, and others shift in standings.
NBA Top 10 Plays Highlight March 9 Action
The league released the top plays from March 9 games, featuring standout moments from recent matchups including Thunder-Nuggets and others. These clips capture the night's best highlights.
Debate Rages on NBA Changes: Shorter Season, Three-Point Line Adjustment Proposed
Suggestions include cutting games to 72, moving the three-point line back to reduce volume (from 48 missed threes/game), and eliminating conferences for playoffs. Commissioner Silver eyes anti-tanking measures.