Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason has a strained oblique and will miss 4-6 weeks, coach Ime Udoka told reporters after practice. Eason, who'll be a 2026 restricted free agent, is averaging 11.5 points on a career-high 49.5% from the field and 50.9% from 3-point range in 11 games.

Russell Westbrook is the eighth player in NBA history with 10,000+ assists. He joins John Stockton, Chris Paul, Jason Kidd, LeBron James, Steve Nash, Mark Jackson, and Magic Johnson. Westbrook and LeBron James are the only two NBA players with 25,000+ points and 10,000+ assists.

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby suffered a left hamstring strain and is out for the remainder of tonight’s game versus the Miami Heat.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. will be re-evaluated in one week after an MRI revealed a left foot fifth metatarsal bone bruise, team says.

Utah Jazz forward Georges Niang will be re-evaluated in one week after entering a return to play protocol on the court. Niang has been out with a left foot fourth metatarsal stress reaction.

Sneaker News: Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner and center Moe Wagner have each signed multi-year, multi-million dollar deals with Adidas, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social.

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson suffered a Grade 1 right ankle sprain and is out for Friday's game against the Miami Heat. Brunson will be evaluated daily.

Luka Doncic on whether he could return to the Dallas Mavericks one day now that Nico Harrison is no longer general manager: “Right now, I’m just focused on the Lakers. No further comments.”

Luka Doncic on the firing of Nico Harrison: “Dallas, the fans, players, always have a special place in my heart. I thought I was going to stay there forever but I didn't. They’ll always be a special place for me. Always I can call it home. Right now, I'm focused on the Lakers, trying to move on.”

Pelicans coach Willie Green was asked if he chose not be announced during introductions. He said, “No.” When asked if he’d prefer an intro, he said, “Whether they announce me or not, I’m fine with whatever the decision was.” Context: Rarely does a head coach not get introduced.

Los Angeles Clippers guard Bradley Beal was diagnosed with a hip fracture and will undergo season-ending surgery, team says. Beal is expected to make a full recovery in 6-9 months. Beal has a $5.62 million player option for the 2026-27 season.

Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell is available to make his season debut tonight against the Utah Jazz, according to coach Rick Carlisle. McConnell has been out with a left hamstring strain and will provide a needed boost for an injury-plagued Pacers squad.

JUST IN: Joel Embiid (right knee soreness) is out for tonight’s game against the Boston Celtics. He is being evaluated by team doctors and further updates will be provided as appropriate, 76ers say.

Dallas Mavericks Governor Patrick Dumont announced that Nico Harrison has been relieved of his duties as President. Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi are now co-interim general managers. A search will begin for a permanent replacement. Dumont also shared a letter to Mavs fans.

The Detroit Pistons plan to waive two-way guard Colby Jones to make room for the addition of Wendell Moore Jr, league sources said. Jones played one game for Detroit this season. The 34th pick of the 2023 NBA Draft has also played for the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards.

Just In: The Detroit Pistons plan to sign Wendell Moore Jr. to a two-way contract, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. The former 26th pick of the 2022 NBA Draft has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons and Charlotte Hornets in three NBA seasons.

Cam Thomas on his hamstring injury: “It’s way different. It’s not as bad as the last one, I’ll say that. I dodged a bullet with that.”

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain and will be reevaluated in approximately three to four weeks.

Update: Precious Achiuwa signed a one-year, non-guaranteed deal with the Sacramento Kings, league sources said.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Blake Wesley will miss 8-12 weeks after undergoing successful surgery today to repair a fracture of the fifth metatarsal base in his right foot.

Cam Thomas is out for the rest of tonight’s game against the Indiana Pacers with left hamstring tightness. It’s worth noting this is the same hamstring that Thomas pulled three times last season with the Brooklyn Nets and limited him to only 25 games.

Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green is expected to make his season debut tomorrow against Los Angeles Clippers. Green (right hamstring) is now listed as probable.

Just In: The Indiana Pacers plan to sign Cody Martin to a deal, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Martin has averaged 6.2 points in six NBA seasons with the Charlotte Hornets and Phoenix Suns. Martin will be signed with a hardship exception.

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler III is out for the rest of tonight’s game against the Phoenix Suns due to lower back soreness.

New Orleans Pelicans say Zion Williamson has been diagnosed with a grade 1 left hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in 7-10 days. Williamson has led the NBA in free throw attempts (11.4) so far this season.

Charlotte Hornets guard Brandon Miller will be re-evaluated in two weeks after his diagnosis of a left shoulder subluxation was confirmed, team says.

The New Orleans Pelicans suffered their third loss of 30+ points while falling to an 0-6 record this season. The hot seat is getting warmer for head coach Willie Green. According to our @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social research, New Orleans has the sixth-worst point differential ever for an 0-6 start

Ja Morant has been suspended one game for conduct detrimental to the team, Grizzlies say.

The Indiana Pacers plan to sign Jeremiah Robinson-Earl to a deal, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. He’s averaged 6.0 points and 4.3 rebounds in 17.6 minutes in four NBA seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder and New Orleans Pelicans. He’ll join Indiana via a hardship exception.

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. will be sidelined approximately one month after suffering a right knee meniscus injury during his on-court return-to-play training yesterday. The injury will require a minor orthopedic procedure, team says.

Anthony Davis has a low grade left calf strain and will miss at least the next two games. The Dallas Mavericks will re-evaluate him afterwards, team says.

Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin will have surgery Monday to place a screw in his foot, coach Rick Carlisle told reporters. Carlisle hinted the next update will be in three months. Toppin was diagnosed with a partial stress fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot, per team.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams underwent a follow-up procedure on his right wrist to remove a screw that was creating irritation during the final stages of his return to play process, team says. Williams will be re-evaluated in 10-14 days.

The Cleveland Cavaliers and forward Chris Livingston have agreed to a two-way deal, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. The 22-year-old forward spent the past two seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks. Livingston also averaged 18.1 points on 63% true shooting in the G League last season.

The Charlotte Hornets have exercised their team options on Brandon Miller ($15.1 million) and Tidjane Salaun ($8.24 million) for the 2026-27 season.

The Houston Rockets exercised the team options on Amen Thompson ($12.26 million) & Reed Sheppard ($11.11 million) for the 2026-27 season, sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Thompson is considered one of the top NBA defenders. Sheppard has played a key role without Fred VanVleet this season

Giannis Antetokounmpo is now listed as out with left knee soreness for tonight’s game versus the Golden State Warriors. He was listed as probable earlier today, but is now a late scratch.

The Atlanta Hawks will exercise the third-year $13.83 million team option on Zaccharie Risacher for the 2026-27 season, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Risacher was the No. 1 overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft and finished second to Stephon Castle in the Rookie of the Year voting

The Los Angeles Clippers will decline the fourth-year $4.79 million team option on Kobe Brown for the 2026-27 season, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Brown, the 30th pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, will become an unrestricted free agent in the upcoming offseason.

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen suffered a non-displaced fracture of the distal phalanx in his left ring finger last night against the Boston Celtics, an x-ray revealed. The Cavaliers say Allen will be listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors.

The Utah Jazz have exercised the following team options for the 2026-27 season: Taylor Hendricks ($7.81 million) Keyonte George ($6.56 million) Cody Williams ($6.02 million) Brice Sensabaugh ($4.86 million) Isaiah Collier ($2.76 million)

The Philadelphia 76ers exercised the third-year $4.42 million team option on Jared McCain for the 2026-27 season, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. McCain averaged 15.3 points shooting 46% from the field and 38.3% from 3-point range in 23 games as a rookie during the 2024-25 season

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti says Nikola Topic is being treated for testicular cancer with chemotherapy. Doctors are “extremely positive” about his outlook, Presti said. 🙏🏼

The Boston Celtics will exercise the third-year $2.74 million team option on Baylor Scheierman for the 2026-27 season, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Scheierman was the 30th pick of the 2024 NBA Draft.

The Washington Wizards have exercised the following rookie scale team options for the 2026-27 season: Alex Sarr ($12.37 million) Bilal Coulibaly ($9.24 million) Cam Whitmore ($5.46 million) Bub Carrington ($4.9 million) AJ Johnson ($3.24 million) Kyshawn George ($3.11 million)

Trae Young left Barclays Center walking with a slight limp. No boot or crutches for Young. The four-time All-Star and last season’s assists leader will have an MRI tomorrow.

Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis (left lower leg soreness) will not return to tonight's game against the Indiana Pacers, team says. Davis came into the game with a bilateral Achilles tendinopathy injury.

Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young suffered a right knee sprain and will not return to tonight’s game against the Brooklyn Nets.

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton has intensified his individual and small group on-court workouts. Melton will be integrated into practice over the next two weeks and will be re-evaluated again in three weeks, team says.

Huge acquisition in Alex Len for EuroLeague powerhouse Real Madrid. The 32-year-old center also has an NBA opt-out clause for next season in his deal.