The Warriors will be without eight players, including Stephen Curry, for their game against the Lakers. Gui Santos has also been ruled out with a pelvic contusion. The Lakers will be without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Jaxson Hayes and Marcus Smart, but LeBron James is active.
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A trade in 2007 almost saw Kobe Bryant team up with Dirk Nowitzki on the Dallas Mavericks. Mavericks owner Mark Cuban revealed how close the deal came to fruition. Ultimately, the Lakers general manager convinced Bryant to stay in Los Angeles.
Nate Williams is set to start Thursday’s game against the Lakers. This will be Williams’ second start of the season. Malevy Leons will be on the bench.
The NBA is reviewing a late-game foul called by the Sacramento Kings on Seth Curry. Sources say coach Doug Christie made a strategy mistake, not an intentional tanking move. Draymond Green insinuated the Kings had done it for the purposes of losing the game.
Paul George’s post-suspension performance has sparked questions about his trade value. Despite his recent strong play, his age and contract could pose challenges for a potential trade. His availability due to past injuries and a suspension also raises concerns.
Questions are being raised about the Warriors’ approach to their home game against the Lakers. The purpose of these last games is to “sharpen” our play. Injury updates include Curry, Brown, J. Green, Goodwin, Powell, Hall.
The Detroit Pistons have locked up the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. The Boston Celtics, New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers appear bound for the next three seeds. Several teams are jockeying for position in the final days of the season.
Quinn Hughes has made a significant impact since joining the Minnesota Wild. Traded from Vancouver in mid-December, Hughes quickly became a fan favourite. He also etched his name into the Minnesota Wild franchise record book.
The Kentucky Wildcats are actively pursuing G-League star Dink Pate. Kentucky hosted a Zoom call with Pate, after Mark Pope watched him play in New York and Philadelphia. Pate wants to play college basketball during the 2026-2027 season.