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Stephen Curry MRI Returns Clean Amid Persistent Right Knee Swelling
A second Stephen Curry MRI on his right knee showed no structural damage, though persistent pain prevents his return to the court.
Mat Ishbia Blasts NBA Tanking Issue as Worse Than Prop Bet Scandals
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia condemned the NBA tanking issue on Thursday, labeling the strategic throwing of games a disgrace to the league.
LaMelo Ball Active for Rockets Matchup Following Two-Car Collision in Charlotte
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball is cleared to play Thursday against the Houston Rockets after his camouflage Hummer was involved in a crash on Wednesday.
NBA Offseason Questions: Bobby Marks Analyzes Lakers, Bucks, and Warriors Plans
Bobby Marks identifies the 10 biggest NBA offseason questions involving the Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks, Golden State Warriors, and New York Knicks.
Cooper Flagg Mavericks Debut Jersey Fetches Record $1 Million at Auction
The jersey worn by Cooper Flagg during the first half of his NBA debut with the Mavericks has sold for a record-breaking $1 million.
Ja Morant Out Two Weeks with UCL Sprain; Caldwell-Pope Set for Finger Surgery
Grizzlies guard Ja Morant will remain sidelined for at least 14 days following a Jan. 21 ulnar collateral ligament sprain in his left elbow.
Stephen Curry Sidelined for Warriors; Kristaps Porzingis Debuts for Celtics
Stephen Curry will miss the Thursday night game against the Boston Celtics, while Kristaps Porzingis is scheduled to make his debut.
Joel Embiid Sidelined for Hawks Matchup Following Right Shin Soreness Diagnosis
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is ruled out for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Hawks after reporting discomfort in his right shin during the All-Star break.
Sabonis and LaVine Sidelined Following Wednesday Medical Procedures
Sacramento Kings stars Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine have been ruled out for the remainder of the year following knee and hand surgeries.