Steph Curry’s status for Golden State Warriors The lone trip to Scotiabank Arena on Friday night against the Toronto Raptors is one of the biggest talking points. Curry should play for the Warriors, barring last minute setbacks. The NBA’s 3-point leader said as much after Thursday’s 110-99 victory over the New York Knicks at MSG. Curry said “he’ll get some sleep” after Thursday’s win because he wanted to avoid being “tired” on Friday. The 35-year-old has been in phenomenal form this season, missing just two games through injury in November. His absence for the third season came in December, when…
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Devin Booker and Cam Whitmore were involved in a brawl when the Phoenix Suns hosted the Houston Rockets at the Footprint Center on Thursday. The Suns beat the Rockets 110-105 and were led by Booker’s 35-point performance coupled with seven rebounds and three assists. However, the match was not without drama when Rockets goalie and forward Whitmore had to be separated, leading the referees to issue double technical fouls to both players. With 6:48 left in the final quarter, Booker made a three-pointer to give the Suns a 93-84 lead. As he landed, the guard was shoved by Whitmore, who…
By Sam Joseph, CNN (CNN) — No. 1 overall pick 2023 Victor Wembanyama appears to be doing something unprecedented on a weekly basis. San Antonio Spurs rookie I filled out the statistics sheet in a 132-118 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday. Wembanyama had 28 points, 13 rebounds, seven assists, five blocks and two steals while hitting 5 of 7 from three-point range, edging out fellow Rookie of the Year candidate Chet Holmgren. The Frenchman became the first player in NBA record for recording 25+ points, 10+ rebounds, 5+ assists, 5+ blocks, and 5+ threesomes in a game,…
THE Philadelphia 76ersentering a home game Friday against the Charlotte Frelonsare looking for ways to win games without reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid.Since Embiid suffered a left knee injury that required surgery, the Sixers are 4-8.At this rate, they could find themselves in the top six spots in the Eastern Conference and make the playoff play-in tournament. Philadelphia is currently tied with the Orlando Magic and Indiana Pacers for fifth, sixth and seventh.Embiid gives hope for a potential return before the end of the regular season.“That’s the plan,” he said Thursday. “Obviously everything has to go well, down…
The Phoenix Suns are one of several NBA teams with an open roster spot, as they have 14 players on standard contracts. With the Suns well over the luxury tax and having a bill of over $66 million, it makes no sense for them not to add another player. NBA Rumors: Upcoming Phoenix Suns Roster Transfer and Who Are the Leading Candidates for Veteran Big Man So who might Phoenix need? According to John Gambadaro of Arizona Sports 98.7, these won’t be veterans Mike Muscala Or Patty mills. Muscala is not a player the Suns are interested in. https://t.co/SpXL0Rm8CS –…
Derrick RosePGIs demoted to OUT Friday against Portland, returnSmart MarcusPGIs away indefinitely, FingerLuc KennardSGIs downgraded to questionable Friday against Portland, illnessJaren Jackson Jr.PFEast OUT Friday vs. Portland, QuadBrandon ClarkePFIs absent indefinitely, AchilleJa MorantPGCame out for the season, shoulderJohn KoncharSGIs downgraded to questionable Friday against Portland, ThumbDesmond BanePGIs away indefinitely, AnkleScotty Pippen Jr.PGIs away indefinitely, ReturnGregory JacksonSFEast “?” Friday vs. Portland, Quad
Red-hot teams face off Friday in a key NBA game when the Dallas Mavericks take on the Boston Celtics. The Mavericks (34-25), who have won eight of their last 10 games, are 13-7 against Eastern Conference opponents in 2023-24. The Celtics (46-12), who have won nine straight, are 13-6 against Western Conference opponents. Boston is 27-3 on its home court, while Dallas is 16-12 on the road.Tip-off from TD Garden in Boston is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Boston leads the all-time series 45-40, including a 119-110 victory at Dallas in the Jan. 22 meeting. The Celtics are 9.5-point favorites…
The Chicago Bulls are currently the ninth seed in the East with a 28-31 record. They’re just 1.5 games ahead of the 10th-seeded Atlanta Hawks and just five games shy of being completely out of the Play-In tournament. With All-Star weekend over, the next few months of the NBA season are crucial for all teams. Every game means a lot to a team like Chicago, which is 5-5 in its last 10 games. With more injuries, slow shooting and other complications, can the Bulls stay afloat ahead of a tough stretch? A Preview of the Bulls’ Upcoming Schedule: Critical 10-Game…
Against the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland superstar guard Donovan Mitchell only attempted three shots in the paint. Overall, he shot a dismal 5-13 in the double-overtime loss. Mitchell looked exhausted early on and he had every right to have an off night. Against Detroit, the Cavaliers need a dominant and physical Donovan Mitchell. While Strus’ shot saved the day against the Mavs the night before, Mitchell also provided myriad help for the Cavs in their late comeback. Playing again the next night, Strus and Mitchell looked tired and shot ineffectively the entire game.As the Cavaliers visit the Pistons, Mitchell availability is…