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• Rest assured, the Thunder have a strong case to chase 70 winsWith OKC having clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, should it attempt to reach 70 wins or rest key players to prevent injuries before the playoffs?...2025 -
• Dunc'd On: Six in 71 (Western Conference 3.31.25); Taylor Jenkins FiredNate always has a unique take on a coach being fired. What do he and Danny make of the Grizzlies moving on from Taylor Jenkins and this surprising timing? Then, on to the usual look at the West: MEM vs LAL: The Lakers' intentional play exposes some key weaknesses for Memphis as the Tuomas Iisalo era gets underway. 14:00 PHX: KD goes down with an ankle injury. Is this the last we'll see of him in ...2025Continue with Taylor Jenkins -
• Southwest Notes: Gafford, Lively, Morant, Borrego, Green, Bane, Aldama
With the Mavericks holding the ninth spot in the Western Conference, they’re getting healthy just in time for a possible postseason berth. Center Daniel Gafford (right knee sprain) has been upgraded to probable for Monday’s matchup against the Nets, Grant Afseth tweets. Dereck Lively (right ankle stress fracture) is considered questionable to play. As we noted […]...2025Click for news about Daniel Gafford
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• Grizzlies Part Ways With Taylor JenkinsThe Memphis Grizzlies have parted ways with head coach Taylor Jenkins. Jenkins had a 464-250 (.539) record over nearly six seasons with the Grizzlies. Jenkins was hired by the Grizzlies in 2019 following his extended tenure as an assistant coach under Mike Budenholzer with the Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks. "I'm genuinely appreciative of Taylor's contributions to this team and this city over t...2025Continue with Taylor Jenkins
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• Mavs receive glimmer of hope via Anthony Davis return: ‘Never thought about shutting it down’It has been a challenging stretch for the Dallas Mavericks, who have struggled with injuries, faced limitations due to their hard cap, and seen their playoff hopes dim in the competitive Western Conference. However, Monday’s game in Brooklyn brought a glimmer of optimism for the Mavs as Anthony Davis made his highly anticipated return from […] The post Mavs receive glimmer of hope via Anthon...2025See also Anthony Davis -
• Anthony Davis: ‘Never A Thought’ About Shutting Down For SeasonIt has been a rough few weeks for the Mavericks, who have found themselves beset by injuries, unable to make roster additions due to their hard cap, and rapidly losing ground in the postseason race in the Western Conference. But Monday’s contest in Brooklyn provided at least one reason for optimism in Dallas, as Anthony […]...2025See also Anthony Davis -
• Nuggets injury report: Nikola Jokic (ankle) will miss his third consecutive game on Friday
The Nuggets are on the road Friday night to face the Trail Blazers. It’s the fourth and final matchup in 2024-25 between Denver and Portland. On Wednesday, the Nuggets lost 120-108 to the Lakers. The team is 44-26 this season, third in the Western Conference. For their game on Friday vs. Portland, the Nuggets will […] The post Nuggets injury report: Nikola Jokic (ankle) will miss his ...2025Continue with Nikola Jokic
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• Thunder injury report: Three starters are out on Wednesday vs. the 76ers
At 56-12, the Oklahoma City Thunder are first in the Western Conference. They have a 12.5-game lead over second place. It’s been a dominant season for the Thunder in 2024-25. On Wednesday night, Oklahoma City will be home to face the 76ers. Team insiders have reported that three starters will be out against Philadelphia. That […] The post Thunder injury report: Three starters are out ...2025Check it out Oklahoma City Thunder
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• Domantas Sabonis Out At Least 10 Days With Right Ankle SprainDomantas Sabonis will miss at least 10 days with a right ankle sprain. The Sacramento Kings are 3-6 without Sabonis, who recently missed time due to a hamstring injury. The Kings are currently in ninth place in the Western Conference and multiple games ahead of the Phoenix Suns to avoid dropping out of the play-in. Sabonis is averaging 19.2 points, 13.9 rebounds and 6.2 assists this season for the...2025Check it out Domantas Sabonis -
• NBA Notes: Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Timberwolves, JazzRockets Fred VanVleet‘s return from two ankle injuries has come at an ideal time for the Rockets, who went 10-9 without him, though they faced relatively weaker opponents, as noted by ESPN’s Kevin Pelton. While the Rockets are unlikely to challenge for the second seed in the Western Conference, they are in a strong position […] The post NBA Notes: Rockets, Fred VanVleet, Timberwo...2025Click for news about Fred VanVleet
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Western Conference injury and suspension
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• Lakers injury update: LeBron James (groin strain) is expected to miss at least another week
At 41-25, the Los Angeles Lakers are fifth in the Western Conference. They are 6-4 in their last 10 games and are coming off a 107-96 win vs. Phoenix. Over their last four games, the Lakers have been without 21-time all-star, LeBron James. He is dealing with a groin strain. On Sunday, ESPN’s Shams Charania […] The post Lakers injury update: LeBron James (groin strain) is expected to m...2025Click for news about LeBron James
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• Trade proposal lands former Pacers lottery pick Jarace Walker with SpursThe Spurs are poised to miss the postseason for the sixth consecutive season, with their current 28-38 record placing them at No. 12 in the Western Conference. Despite setbacks, including season-ending injuries to first-time NBA All-Star Victor Wembanyama, trade acquisition De’Aaron Fox, and even legendary coach Gregg Popovich, San Antonio is not without hope for […] The post Trade pro...2025See also Jarace Walker -
• Zion Williamson Would Receive 'Significant Interest' If Placed On Trade MarketZion Williamson has played at an All-NBA level since returning from his hamstring injury in January. Williamson's future with the New Orleans Pelicans was unclear while he was out given his injury history and their place in the Western Conference hierarchy. "I remember Bobby [Marks] and I wrote a story just as he was about to come back and kind of like 'What's coming with Zion?'" said Tim MacMahon...2025Click for news about Zion Williamson -
• Report: Luka Doncic Told LeBron James To Take His Time In Return From Groin Injury
According to NBA reporter Dave McMenamin of ESPN, Luka Doncic told LeBron James to take his time in his return from a groin injury. LeBron suffered a groin injury on March 8 against the Boston Celtics. He’s expected to miss one-to-two weeks. The Los Angeles Lakers are in second place in the Western Conference standings. […] The post Report: Luka Doncic Told LeBron Jam...2025See also Luka Doncic
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• Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II Progressing Toward Return From InjuryAnthony Davis and Dereck Lively II are both progressing toward an in-season return, sources tell Marc Stein. Davis played some 2-on-2 over the weekend for the first time since the adductor injury sidelined him indefinitely. Lively is working his way back from a right ankle stress fracture. The Dallas Mavericks, however, are currently 10th in the Western Conference and would need to win two games t...2025Visit the page Anthony Davis -
• Rockets injury update: Amen Thompson (ankle) will miss 10-14 days for Houston
At 39-25, the Houston Rockets are fifth in the Western Conference. They have 18 games left in the 2024-25 regular season. That includes a game on Monday night at home vs. the Orlando Magic. One key starter will not be available for head coach Ime Udoka on Monday. Small forward Amen Thompson is out for […] The post Rockets injury update: Amen Thompson (ankle) will miss 10-14 days for Houston...2025Visit the page Amen Thompson
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• LeBron James Out At Least 1-2 Weeks Due To Strained GroinLos Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James will miss at least one-to-two weeks due to a strained groin. James was injured in Saturday night's loss at the Boston Celtics. Midway through the fourth quarter, James went down and was ruled out for the remainder of the game shortly thereafter. James said postgame that he wasn't overly concerned about the injury. He said it didn't feel as severe as the groi...2025See more LeBron James -
• Anthony Davis Could Be Shut Down For Remainder Of SeasonAnthony Davis could potentially miss the remainder of the 24-25 season with the Dallas Mavericks' chances of competing in the playoffs completely shifting following the season-ending ACL injury to Kyrie Irving. The Mavericks are currently 10th in the Western Conference and are three games in the loss column ahead of the Phoenix Suns for the final play-in spot. Davis suffered an adductor strain in ...2025Click for news about Anthony Davis
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• Kings injury report: Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) is out at least one week
With a 113-103 win on Saturday vs. the Rockets, the Kings improved to 31-28. They are ninth in the Western Conference with 23 games left in the regular season. Kings’ Domantas Sabonis has been one of the most consistent players in the NBA over the last three seasons. It’s the third straight year he’s leading […] The post Kings injury report: Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) is...2025Click for news about Domantas Sabonis
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• Kings star to miss at least a week with hamstring strainThe Kings suffered a significant injury blow amid their battle for playoff positioning in the tight Western Conference....2025
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• Anthony Edwards has 16 technical fouls and will likely receive a one-game suspension
The Timberwolves were on the road Thursday night to face the Lakers. It was their fourth and final meeting of the 2024-25 regular season with Los Angeles. Minnesota lost 111-102 and are now 32-28 this season. That is eighth in the Western Conference with 22 games left. Against the Lakers on Thursday, SG Anthony Edwards […] The post Anthony Edwards has 16 technical fouls and will likely rece...2025Continue with Anthony Edwards
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• Timberwolves injury update: Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo could return this week
On Sunday evening, the Timberwolves hosted the Thunder. Minnesota lost 130-123 and is now 31-27. That is seventh in the Western Conference. They are 4-6 in their last 10 games and have lost two straight. The Timberwolves are missing two key players in their rotation. Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo have been out since January. […] The post Timberwolves injury update: Julius Randle, Donte...2025Read about Julius Randle
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• Spurs injury report: Victor Wembanyama (shoulder) will miss the remainder of the regular season
On Thursday, the Spurs will play their first game since the 2025 all-star break. San Antonio is 23-29 this season, 12th in the Western Conference. They are 3-7 in their last 10. Ahead of their game against the Suns, the Spurs received dreadful injury news. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Victor Wembanyama is dealing with […] The post Spurs injury report: Victor Wembanyama (shoulder...2025Continue with Victor Wembanyama
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• LeBron James Out For All-Star Game Due To Ankle SorenessLos Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James will miss the All-Star Game due to ankle soreness. James was set to take part in the All-Star mini-tournament as a part of Shaquille O'Neal's OGs. James said he had hoped to feel good enough to play, but decided it wasn't worth risking further injury. With the Western Conference playoff race so tight, the veteran forward is prioritizing being ready for the s...2025Check it out LeBron James -
• Trae Young To Replace Giannis Antetokounmpo In All-Star GameAtlanta Hawks guard Trae Young was named as an injury replacement for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game. Young will replace Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, who will miss the game due to a calf strain. Young has averaged 23.5 points and a league-leading 11.4 assists per game. This will be Young's fourth All-Star appearance in his seven seasons. NBA commissioner Adam Silver will also name a ...2025See more articles Trae Young -
• Thunder injury update: Chet Holmgren to return on Friday after missing 39 straight games
On Wednesday evening, the Thunder were at home to face the Suns. Oklahoma City won the game 140-109 and improved to 40-9 in 2024-25. That is the best record in the Western Conference. Since November 10, the Thunder have been without starting center Chet Holmgren. He suffered a significant hip injury and had to miss […] The post Thunder injury update: Chet Holmgren to return on Friday after ...2025Read about Chet Holmgren
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• Isaiah Hartenstein is on pace to make franchise history for the Thunder in 2024-25
Despite injuries to their front court in 2024-25, the Oklahoma City Thunder are rolling. At 37-8, the team has the best record in the Western Conference. The Thunder are 7-3 in their last 10 games. This season, Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein have missed extended time. Hartenstein missed the first 15 games of the season […] The post Isaiah Hartenstein is on pace to make franchise histo...2025Continue with Isaiah Hartenstein
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• Warriors injury update: Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) is out until after the trade deadline
Golden State’s last game was on Saturday vs. the Lakers. The Warriors lost 118-108 and the team is 4-6 in their last 10. For the 2024-25 season, Golden State is 22-23, 11th in the Western Conference. On January 4, PF Jonathan Kuminga injured his ankle against the Grizzlies. The 22-year-old has missed the Warriors last […] The post Warriors injury update: Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) is ou...2025Read about Jonathan Kuminga
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• Jimmy Butler Open To Playing Anywhere But Miami Or MemphisOn Thursday's episode of NBA Today, ESPN's Marc J. Spears gave some insight into where Jimmy Butler is at with his trade request. Butler reportedly is open to playing for any team except for the Miami Heat or Memphis Grizzlies. It was also reiterated that the Heat star's preferred destination remains the Phoenix Suns. It's unclear why Butler isn't interested in a deal to Memphis. The Grizzlies wou...2025See more articles Jimmy Butler -
• Timberwolves injury report: Donte DiVincenzo is out indefinitely due to a toe injury
At 22-20, the Minnesota Timberwolves are eighth in the Western Conference. They are 5-5 in their last 10 and are coming off a 124-117 loss to the Cavaliers. Ahead of the 2024-25 season, Minnesota traded big man Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks. In exchange, the team received Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo from New York. […] The post Timberwolves injury report: Donte DiVincenzo is out in...2025See more articles Donte DiVincenzo