Latest Basketball News
LA Clippers Defeat Golden State Warriors 114-101
Kawhi Leonard led with 23 points as Clippers secured their second straight win over the Warriors. Benedict Mththeran added 17 points and Chris Dunn 16, while Brandon Padzimsky topped Warriors with 22. This victory helps Clippers in tight Western Conference playoff race.
Boston Celtics Crush Milwaukee Bucks 108-81
Celtics extended their three-game winning streak, dominating the Bucks. Peyton Pritchard was the top scorer for Boston. Starting lineup changes included Gonzalez and Vucevic for Celtics, Dieng for Bucks.
Denver Nuggets Edge Utah Jazz 128-125
Jamal Murray exploded for 45 points as Nuggets snapped a two-game skid against Jazz. Nikola Jokic added 22 points and 12 rebounds, Julian Strawther 15; Keonte George led Jazz with 36. Valanciunas started for Denver, Harkless for Utah.
Houston Rockets Top Washington Wizards
Alparan Sen scored 32 points and 12 rebounds for Rockets' double-double, Kevin Durant 30, Amen Thompson 22 and 12 boards. Bal Koulabali led Wizards with 23; Gill out with illness. Key Western Conference matchup on March 3.
Thunder Clinch First 2025-26 Postseason Spot
Oklahoma City Thunder became the first team to clinch a playoff berth on March 2. Despite injuries like Hartenstein (calf) and Mitchell (abdomen/ankle) out for upcoming games.
Major milestone with postseason six weeks away.
James Harden Thrives with Cleveland Cavaliers Post-Trade
Harden, now with Cavs after Clippers trade, posted 22 points, 8 assists, 9 rebounds despite thumb fracture. Cavaliers won 7 of 8 games he's played, looking like Eastern Conference favorites. Team excels in motion offense, third in league for shots off movement.
Darius Garland Debuts Off Bench for Clippers
Clippers traded Harden for Garland, who came off bench in debut vs Warriors: 5 points, 1 assist, 3 turnovers in 11 minutes. Coach Lue easing integration to build rhythm with Kawhi Leonard. Garland not starting to avoid pairing with Leonard initially.
Pistons vs Cavaliers Preview: Detroit Favored
Pistons (45-14) host Cavaliers (38-24) on March 3; Detroit -1.5 favorites, O/U 226.5. Pistons won 3 of last 4 head-to-head; model projects Cade Cunningham 24.5 points, Over likely. Donovan Mitchell out with groin for Cleveland.
Injury Updates: Booker Cleared, Williamson Questionable
Suns' Devin Booker (hip) cleared for Kings game; Highsmith off injury report (knee). Pelicans' Zion Williamson questionable (ankle) vs Lakers; Payton out (ankle) for Warriors. Multiple lineup changes across league on March 3.
NBA Mock Draft 2026: Top Prospects Locked
Kings projected to pick AJ Dybantsa #1, Pacers Cameron Boozer #2, Nets Darryn Peterson #3, Wizards Caleb Wilson #4. Includes trades like Cavs via Spurs at 28; Quaintance falls out first round. Updated March 2 amid tanking narratives.
Warriors Sign Gui Santos to Extension
Golden State Warriors extended Gui Santos to multi-year deal amid March fan guide. Team marks a decade since historic regular-season game. Recent loss to Clippers highlights ongoing challenges.
Porzingis Misses Fourth Game for Warriors
Kristaps Porzingis sidelined fourth straight game due to illness for Warriors. Coach Kerr walks back prior comments on diagnosis. Impacts Western Conference standings push.