Suns hope Bradley Beal’s return to lineup provides boost versus Grizzlies
The Phoenix Suns enter Tuesday’s game against the host Memphis Grizzlies hoping to reverse a recent slump and keep their playoff hopes alive.The Suns have lost eight of their last…
Report: 76ers star Joel Embiid has further knee tests, out vs. Bulls
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has been ruled out of Monday night’s home game against the Chicago Bulls after undergoing new imaging on his injured left knee, ESPN reported.The continuing…
Improved Magic set for litmus test against Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers take the NBA’s best record and a seven-game winning streak into a road matchup Tuesday against the Orlando Magic, who are looking to build on their own…
Raptors have Celtics’ attention as Atlantic rivals meet
The Toronto Raptors will be out to upset the visiting Boston Celtics for the second time in less than six weeks on Tuesday night and square their season series.For their…
NBA rescinds Chet Holmgrenâs technical foul
The NBA on Monday rescinded a technical foul that was assessed to Oklahoma City center Chet Holmgren earlier this month.The league said that upon league office review, the technical given…
Familiar foes Timberwolves, Thunder to tangle again
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder have gotten plenty familiar with each other recently.The teams will square off for the third time in four games and the second consecutive…
Tyler Herro, Heat aim to hand Hawks fourth straight loss
The Miami Heat will be looking for improved shooting and the Hawks will continue to search for ways to integrate their new players into the rotation when the teams meet…
Wizards look to defeat Nets again to end skid
The Wizards aim to snap a six-game losing streak on Monday when they host the Brooklyn Nets in Washington, D.C.Washington capped its longest winning streak of the season on Feb.…
Nuggets aim to begin new streak vs. Pacers
After having their nine-game winning streak snapped rather unceremoniously, the Denver Nuggets look to regroup in time for a matchup against the Indiana Pacers on Monday in Indianapolis.The Nuggets never…
Clippers look to rebound at surging Pistons
Detroit coach J.B. Bickerstaff wants his team to gain a reputation for being physical on defense. Early foul trouble prevented the Pistons from playing that way in Atlanta on Sunday…
NBA roundup: Celtics rout Knicks for 5th straight win
Jayson Tatum had 25 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists as the Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to five games with a 118-105 victory over the visiting New York…
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s big night propels Thunder past Wolves
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points on 13-for-24 shooting from the field, grabbed eight rebounds and dished eight assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder held on for a 130-123 win over…
Report: Joel Embiid, Sixers eye alternatives as knee issues continue
Joel Embiid’s continuing difficulties with his injured left knee have him and the Philadelphia 76ers ready to get further medical opinions about possible options, including surgery, ESPN reported Sunday night.Embiid,…
Cavs fend off Grizzlies, stretch win streak to 7
Donovan Mitchell scored 31 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers won their seventh straight game, beating the visiting Memphis Grizzlies 129-123 on Sunday night.Sixth man Ty Jerome added 26 points, including…
Pelicans rally to rout Spurs
Zion Williamson scored 22 points, Kelly Olynyk had a double-double and the host New Orleans Pelicans defeated the San Antonio Spurs 114-96 on Sunday night.Olynyk, playing just his second game…
Bucks extend win streak to four by beating Heat
Damian Lillard scored 28 points and dished eight assists to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 120-113 victory over the visiting Miami Heat.Giannis Antetokounmpo collected 23 points, 16 rebounds and…