
Alperen Sengun Scores 39 Points as Rockets Edge Pacers Without Kevin Durant
Alperen Sengun matched a season-high with 39 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 118-114 win over the Indiana Pacers, overcoming the absence of Kevin Durant.
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Alperen Sengun matched a season-high with 39 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 118-114 win over the Indiana Pacers, overcoming the absence of Kevin Durant.

Alperen Sengun matched his season high with 39 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 118-114 victory over the Indiana Pacers, overcoming the absence of Kevin Durant.

Charlotte Hornets guard Pat Connaughton debuted a bold blonde hairstyle during Monday's win over the Pelicans, the result of a hilarious fantasy football punishment.

Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee apologized for a 'foolish' head-to-head collision with star LaMelo Ball during a scramble for a loose ball.

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant is ruled out for Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers after suffering a left ankle sprain in a freak accident involving a fan's foot.

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers due to a persistent right knee issue diagnosed as patellofemoral pain syndrome.
Shams Charania reports the Milwaukee Bucks are aggressively seeking perimeter defensive upgrades to support Giannis Antetokounmpo before the trade deadline.

The Charlotte Hornets staged a massive 22-point comeback to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 102-95, extending their winning streak to seven games. LaMelo Ball led the way with 24 points despite an early-game collision with his head coach.

The Milwaukee Bucks have shifted from a 'no-trade' stance to active negotiations, reportedly submitting counteroffers to teams like the Heat and Warriors for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has been fined $35,000 by the NBA for his profane criticism of officiating following a loss to the Houston Rockets, as the 19-30 Mavs struggle in the West.

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier has won a significant arbitration case against the NBA regarding a salary dispute that arose after his federal indictment in a gambling investigation.

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One year after the shocking trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, we examine the four biggest questions facing the Lakers, Mavericks, and the NBA landscape.

San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson has officially clinched the coaching spot for the Western Conference in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game following a 112-103 win over the Orlando Magic.

The Los Angeles Lakers (29-19) travel to face the Brooklyn Nets (13-35) in a cross-conference showdown with major playoff implications for the Western Conference standings.

The Atlanta Hawks travel to Miami for a crucial Eastern Conference showdown. With Jalen Johnson emerging as a star, can the Hawks upset the defensive-minded Heat?

The Dallas Mavericks (19-30) look to snap a disappointing three-game home losing streak as they host the third-seeded Boston Celtics (31-18). We break down the standings and the stakes for this cross-conference NBA clash.

The Milwaukee Bucks head into their matchup against the Chicago Bulls desperate to snap a five-game losing streak and climb back into the Eastern Conference playoff hunt.

The New York Knicks look to extend their six-game winning streak as they travel to face the Washington Wizards. With a 31-18 record, New York sits second in the East and aims to maintain their dominance.

The Denver Nuggets look to extend their six-game road winning streak as they visit the Detroit Pistons, who currently lead the Eastern Conference with a 36-12 record.

After nine seasons and an NBA championship, Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray has finally earned his first career NBA All-Star Game selection, joining teammate Nikola Jokic.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points and Cason Wallace added a career-best 27, including seven 3-pointers, as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 121-111.

One year after the blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic, the Los Angeles Lakers provide a midseason assessment, declaring the team is in a 'good spot' as they look toward the playoffs.
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