Magic say Jalen Suggs suffered a right knee Grade 1 MCL contusion. He suffered the injury at Chicago on Friday night. His return will depend on how he responds to treatment.

Pelicans say Trey Murphy (low back spasms) & Derik Queen (left quad contusion) questionable for Sunday's game in Miami.

Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson, a No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft prospect, has 23 points and four 3-pointers at the half against Central Florida. bit.ly/43zabDh

Pistons say that Tobias Harris (hip), Jalen Duren (ankle) and Caris LeVert (knee) will not travel to Cleveland. Harris will be re-evaluated in two weeks and Duren in one week. LeVert is day to day.

Thunder say Cason Wallace (right knee contusion) will not return to tonight’s game at Golden State.

Pistons say Jalen Duren (Right Ankle Sprain) will not return vs. Miami.

Sacramento #Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation. Longtime #NBA executive discusses rebuilding a franchise, speaking to frustrated fans, the Pittsburgh #Steelers influence, his New York #Knicks days and more. @andscape bit.ly/49zkauC

Nets say Michael Porter, Jr., (illness) is out versus Houston.

Sacramento #Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation. Longtime #NBA executive discusses rebuilding a franchise, speaking to frustrated fans, the Pittsburgh #Steelers influence, his New York #Knicks days and more. @andscape bit.ly/49zkauC

Is LeBron James' #NBA All-Star Game voting a sign of the times? Michael Jordan had a similar fate. @andscape bit.ly/4pl0pvH

Bulls say Josh Giddey, left hamstring, will not return.

Warriors say guard Seth Curry, who has been inactive for the last three games due to injury, recently underwent MRIs on his lower back and pelvis. The MRIs confirmed that Curry’s injury is sciatic nerve-related. He will be re-evaluated in two weeks.

With his second assist at the 9:15 mark of the first quarter today vs. Dallas, Kings guard @russwest44 has passed Magic Johnson (10,141) for seventh on the NBA’s all-time assist leaders list.

Keyonte George with big 31-point night and game winning shot for Jazz over East leading Detroit. More on the Jazz rising star in @andscape bit.ly/4otT50e

Hoop Streams celebrates the magic of NBA Christmas Day LIVE courtside prior to Lakers-Rockets at 7:30 PM EST. Vanessa Richardson, Marc Spears and Dave McMenamin are here to recap all the early games and answer some questions around the biggest stars. bit.ly/49t6L7i

Lakers say Luka Dončić (lower left leg contusion) and Rui Hachimura (right groin injury management) have been upgraded to AVAILABLE for tonight’s game versus Houston.

Lakers say Luka Dončić (lower left leg contusion) has been upgraded to probable for tonight’s game versus Houston. Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) has been downgraded to out.

Here is the @spidadmitchell Written and Video Diary that the Hall of Famer @heydb mentioned during the Knicks-Cavaliers game. bit.ly/4paaz2c

The @spidadmitchell Diary No. 3: ‘We’re at that crossroad, right?’ The #Cleveland #Cavaliers star discusses team’s struggles, the perfect gift for his fiancée, playing on Christmas Day, his Xmas animated look and more in written and video @andscape diary. bit.ly/4paaz2c

Los Angeles #Lakers guard Marcus Smart’s foundation is fighting cancer and empowering inner-city youth. Twelve-year #NBA veteran takes life-changing and challenging moments from his childhood and applies them to helping others. #NBAChristmas @andscape bit.ly/3MQJW4Q

With an #NBA return on hold, Ben Simmons is angling for success in pro fishing. While working on a healthy comeback to basketball, the three-time NBA All-Star is a team owner in Sport Fishing Championship. @andscape bit.ly/3MOSvgw

Blazers say Jerami Grant is doubtful for tonight’s game vs. Detroit.

The Memphis Grizzlies say Brandon Clarke sustained a Grade 2 right calf strain and will be reevaluated in approximately three weeks.

Downloading @spidadmitchell Season Diary #3 in @andscape. The Christmas edition. Coming soon! @ESPNNBA

Pels say Herb Jones (head injury) will not return to tonight’s game.

Blazers say Jerami Grant is out for tonight’s game at Sacramento.

Former NBA referee Eric Lewis, who retired in 2023 after violating the league’s social media policy, is now on a potential path back to the league after being reinstated into the officiating program as a G League official, @espn @andscape has learned. bit.ly/4p2Xg3g

Ex-Pelicans coach Willie Green and family are still pouring into New Orleans community providing free food for 300 families in the city even after his firing in November that he is still processing. Green talks about the firing for first time in @andscape. bit.ly/4s1m7aF

Still figuring out NYE? Check this one worth putting on your radar in wine country. Chef Charlie Palmer is hosting his New Year’s Eve celebration at Appellation Healdsburg, and it’s shaping up to be something special. Five-course dinner with DJ CAMS and a champagne toast at midnight. bit.ly/4sa8lTe

Kings say guard Zach LaVine has a moderate left ankle sprain and will be listed as out and will be reevaluated in one week.

New York #Knicks coach Mike Brown counts Bernie Bickerstaff as his biggest mentor. Without the former NBA coach and executive who helped him navigate the Sacramento #Kings firing, an emotional Brown said he wouldn’t have had an opportunity in league. #NBA bit.ly/3KOi4xF

Spike Lee, New York #Knicks superfan, says #NBA Cup is path to something bigger. A long awaited championship. Acclaimed filmmaker has been front and center for Knicks' run to championship game in Las Vegas. bit.ly/4aScRPO

For De’Aaron Fox, the ‘grass is greener’ with the San Antonio #Spurs. Since trade from the #Sacramento #Kings, veteran guard hasn’t stopped smiling. Now, he’s helped the Spurs into the #NBACup championship game. bit.ly/3KxOxrZ @andscape

@NBAExperiences will showcase a @KJWines dinner with Hall of Famer @chrisbosh joining me in a Q&A on the NBA Cup floor at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. More information here: bit.ly/3MUSS99

For De’Aaron Fox, the ‘grass is greener’ with the San Antonio #Spurs. Since trade from the #Sacramento #Kings, veteran guard hasn’t stopped smiling. Now, he’s helped the Spurs into the #NBACup championship game. bit.ly/3KxOxrZ @andscape

The Toronto Raptors say RJ Barrett, diagnosed with a right knee sprain, continues to progress after receiving a platelet-rich plasma injection. He is scheduled to begin return to play activities this week.

“It would mean a lot for him to be back. We haven’t played a game yet with our full team healthy. So, just getting the first look at that on the biggest stage, it would be the perfect time for his return,” Spurs guard Stephon Castle on the return of @wemby bit.ly/4q5qRtY

San Antonio #Spurs star Stephon Castle buys stake in Connecticut soccer teams. The former #UConn guard joins the ownership group for men’s and women’s professional franchises where he starred in college. #nbacup #nba bit.ly/4q5qRtY

Two-time NBA Champion @chrisbosh will take part in a fun conversation with me about his Hall of Fame basketball career, the #NBA today and more on the actual #NBACup floor on Monday during a courtside @KJWines dinner. Ticket information and details here: bit.ly/3MUSS99

Spurs guard Stephon Castle, who starred in college at UConn, has become part of Connecticut Sports Group’s ownership group for CT United FC, a men’s pro soccer club in MLS NEXT Pro in 2026, and Connecticut’s women’s soccer team joining WPSL Pro in 2028.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his record winning Thunder are returning to Las Vegas for the NBA Cup. The Thunder meet the winner of Lakers-Spurs on Saturday night. bit.ly/3MS3tBH

“I just don’t ever think I’m better than anybody because I put the ball in the basket. I don’t think it gives me a pass to be arrogant or think that I’m above certain things just because I’m half decent at basketball,” @shaiglalex to @andscape. #NBA #OKC bit.ly/3MS3tBH

‘He didn’t change one bit’: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remains Oklahoma City’s humble superstar. Complacency hasn’t kicked in for SGA after a championship with the Oklahoma City #Thunder, #NBA MVP and NBA Finals MVP honors. bit.ly/3MS3tBH

The New York Knicks advance to the NBA Cup semifinals on Saturday in Las Vegas. The Knicks play the Orlando Magic at 2:30 PST PM on Saturday.

The Orlando Magic become the first team to make the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas. Orlando plays the winner of Knicks-Raptors on Saturday.

Bam Adebayo is finally ‘in the driver’s seat’ for the #Miami #Heat. After learning from Heat greats, franchise big man has stepped up his leadership and has championship dreams, yes championship dreams, in Miami. @andscape bit.ly/4pmgq5j

Bam Adebayo is finally ‘in the driver’s seat’ for the #Miami #Heat. After learning from Heat greats, franchise big man has stepped up his leadership and has championship dreams, yes championship dreams, in Miami. @andscape bit.ly/4pmgq5j

Tough late miss for rookie Derik Queen and the Pels in a frustrating loss to the Spurs. But Queen is definitely the steal of the 2025 NBA Draft as evidence of his first triple-double with a career-high 31 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists as well as four blocks.

The Raptors say RJ Barrett, diagnosed with a right knee sprain, continues to progress. He has been treated with a platelet-rich plasma injection, and his condition will be updated in a week. Toronto hosts New York in the NBA Cup quarters tomorrow.

“You just only sign up in the NBA if you have one of the best teams or a talent? You sign up in the #NBA because of the purity of the competition working together. And so, it’s unfair to look at it any other way,” #Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla to @andscape bit.ly/3LUKCFZ