Joel Embiid sustained a sinus fracture when he was stuck in the face in the Philadelphia 76ers' loss to Indiana
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid sustained a sinus fracture when he was stuck in the face in the Philadelphia 76ers' loss to Indiana.
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Associated PressPhoenix Suns acquire three first-round picks from Utah Jazz in exchange for 2031 first-round pick
The Phoenix Suns have acquired three future first-round picks from the Utah Jazz in exchange for another first-round pick, the teams announced on Tuesday. The Suns now own first-round picks in 2025, 2027 and 2029 that are the least favorable selections between Cleveland and Minnesota in 2025 and between Cleveland, Utah and Minnesota in both 2027 and 2029.
- Yahoo Sports
The Warriors need to blow it up! Why it's time to trade Stephen Curry and Draymond Green
A blowout loss to the Celtics should have the Warriors considering the path Boston took to become the powerhouse it is today.
- The Guardian
Cut load management and end the All-Star Game: how NBA veterans would tweak the league
With concern being voiced over TV ratings, we asked insiders what they would change to make the NBA more attractive to viewers
- Yahoo Sports
Kings' Malik Monk has dunk bounce out off his own head in wild blunder vs. Warriors
“Sometimes when you use your head, it doesn’t quite work out."
- Yahoo Sports
2025 NBA All-Stars: Selecting the West starters and reserves (sorry, LeBron and KD!)
Who should represent the West in this year's All-Star festivities? Here's our 12-man roster.
- Associated Press
Nikola Jokic records his 19th triple-double of the season, Nuggets cruise to 144-109 win over 76ers
Nikola Jokic had 27 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his 19th triple-double of the season, reserve Aaron Gordon was nearly perfect from the floor and the Denver Nuggets beat Philadelphia 144-109 on Tuesday night, extending the 76ers’ losing streak to seven games. Jokic finished his triple-double late in the third quarter with an assist that led to a dunk from Gordon. Gordon was 6 of 7 from the floor — 3 of 3 from 3-point range — and hit all four attempts at the free-throw line to finish with 19 points.
- Associated Press
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores career-high 54 in Thunder's 123-114 win over Jazz
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a career-high 54 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Utah Jazz 123-114 on Wednesday night. Gilgeous-Alexander made 17 of 35 field goals and 17 of 18 free throws to surpass his previous career best of 45 points. Jalen Williams added 25 points for the Thunder (36-7), who are tied with Cleveland for the league's best record.
- Associated Press
In his hometown, Spurs' Victor Wembanyama dedicates a pair of new outdoor courts for kids to enjoy
Victor Wembanyama stood on the center stripe of a new outdoor court in his hometown, his arms outstretched to their full 8-foot wingspan as he posed for a slew of photographers. Wembanyama unveiled a gift of sorts to his hometown and the next generation on Tuesday, a pair of outdoor courts — one for 5-on-5 play, the other for 3-on-3 play — that were built to the specifications that he wanted and sketched out himself. “For those of you that don’t know, this started in a room with an idea," San Antonio general manager Brian Wright said, as about five dozen kids sat on the court in front of him and another 100 or so people watched from adjacent courtside seating.
- Yahoo Sports
Is a Jimmy Butler to Phoenix trade imminent, remembering Kobe’s 81-points & are on-court beefs good for NBA?
Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus react to the Phoenix Suns-Utah Jazz trade and if it’s connected to Jimmy Butler. Then, Vince and Dan strongly disagree with Scottie Pippen’s latest comments on what he could’ve accomplished without Michael Jordan and his value compared to LeBron James. Later, Vince and Ice Young applaud Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green’s competitiveness towards each other.
- Associated Press
Simons and Ayton lead Trail Blazers to 116-107 win over Heat
Anfernee Simons scored 24 points, Deandre Ayton had 22 points and 15 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Miami Heat 116-107 on Tuesday night. Jerami Grant finished with 18 points and Deni Avdija added 16 for the Blazers, who lost by 60 the last time they played in Miami on March 29. Shaedon Sharpe had 12 points while Scoot Henderson and Dalano Banton finished with 11 each.
- People
Lamar Odom Says Drugs Were ‘Slipped’ Into His Drink Before 2015 Near-Fatal Overdose: ‘I Don’t Really Remember’
“When I woke up, I couldn't walk or talk,” the former NBA star said
- Associated Press
Heat suspend Jimmy Butler again, this time 2 games for missing flight and 'insubordinate conduct'
Jimmy Butler was suspended by the Miami Heat for the second time in three weeks, a move that adds to the possibility he has already played his final game for the franchise. The Heat were scheduled to play the Bucks on Thursday and at Brooklyn on Saturday. The earliest he could play for the Heat again is Monday, at home against Orlando.
- People
Jayson Tatum Recalls Accidentally Spilling Wine on Michael Jordan During Their First Meeting: 'I Was So Nervous'
The pair met in 2019 when Tatum signed to the Jordan brand
- Associated Press
LeBron has a triple-double 1 day after cheering on Buckeyes in Atlanta. Lakers beat Wizards 111-88
LeBron James had 21 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds one day after flying to Atlanta and back to watch a football game on his day off, and the Los Angeles Lakers sent the Washington Wizards to their 11th consecutive defeat with a 111-88 victory Tuesday night. James recorded his 121st career triple-double and his ninth of the season. The top scorer in NBA history showed no ill effects from his long trip Monday to watch his Ohio State Buckeyes' College Football Playoff championship game victory over Notre Dame.
- The Daily Beast
Trump Rewards Agent Who Shielded Him in Assassination Bid With New Job
President Donald Trump just handed a huge promotion to the head of his personal security detail who shielded him from an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally last year. Sean Curran has been appointed director of the Secret Service, Trump announced on Truth Social. “Sean is a Great Patriot, who has protected my family over the past few years, and that is why I trust him to lead the Brave Men and Women of the United States Secret Service,” the president wrote.
- The Telegraph
Surrendering North Korean soldier refuses to drop sausage at gunpoint
A surrendering North Korean soldier risked his life by refusing to drop his sausage at gunpoint, according to the Ukrainian paratroopers who captured him.
- HuffPost
Elon Musk’s Ex Grimes Speaks Out Following His Controversial Salute
The Canadian pop artist broke her silence on Musk’s one-armed gesture, making her stance clear.
- The Telegraph
From cruising to chaos: The story of Man City’s shambolic second-half implosion against PSG
It was a relatively sedate 0-0 at the half-time interval when Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola changed the course of the game with two bold substitutions.
- Yahoo News Singapore
Pritam Singh says Workers' Party gearing up for GE2025 with enhanced candidate screening; Tharman, Wong congratulate Trump on his second term: Singapore live news
The Workers’ Party (WP) is taking steps to enhance candidate screening for GE2025 as Tharman and Wong express confidence in Trump’s leadership. Plus some of the biggest and fascinating news in Singapore and beyond.
- The Independent
Seinfeld memes go viral after Mark Zuckerberg’s reaction to Lauren Sanchez’s outfit
‘Get a good look, Costanza?’ said everyone in response to the moment