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Kristaps Porzingis Returns for Second Warriors Game Following Illness
Kristaps Porzingis completed his second appearance for the Warriors after recovering from a recurring illness, stating he is now ready for consistent play.

Wembanyama Exhausted After Spurs 25-Point Rally Stuns Clippers 116-112
Victor Wembanyama admitted to having zero physical energy left after leading the Spurs 25-point rally to a 116-112 win over the Clippers.

Jayson Tatum Posts Double-Double in 120-100 Celtics Victory Over Mavs
Jayson Tatum recorded 15 points, 12 rebounds, and seven assists in his first game back after a 298-day absence.

LeBron James (Elbow) and Deandre Ayton (Knee) Ruled Out Against Pacers
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without LeBron James, Deandre Ayton, and Maxi Kleber for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers due to various injuries.

Nikola Vucevic Fractures Right Ring Finger; Celtics Center Out Approximately 1 Month
Celtics center Nikola Vucevic is expected to miss one month after fracturing the ring finger on his right hand during Friday's action.

Jayson Tatum Return: Celtics Star Cleared for Mavericks Game After Achilles Tear
The Boston Celtics have officially cleared Jayson Tatum for Friday's home game against the Dallas Mavericks following a right Achilles tendon tear.

Trae Young Scores 12 in Wizards Debut During 122-112 Loss to Jazz
Trae Young recorded 12 points in his first appearance for Washington, a contest that ended in a 122-112 defeat against the Utah Jazz.

LeBron James Surpasses Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with 15,838th Career Field Goal
LeBron James officially became the NBA’s all-time leader in successful field goals on Thursday night, recording his 15,838th career make to pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

Ja Morant Sidelined Minimum of Two Weeks with Left Elbow UCL Sprain
The Memphis Grizzlies announced that Ja Morant will remain out for at least 14 days as he recovers from a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow.