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San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama, right, talks with teamamte forward Julian Champagnie (30) during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings in San Antonio, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama to miss at least 2-3 weeks with strained calf, AP source says

Tim Reynolds, The Associated Press 2 minute read Updated: 4:50 PM CST

Victor Wembanyama will miss the next two to three weeks, at minimum, after an MRI confirmed that the San Antonio Star center has a strained left calf, a person familiar with the diagnosis said Monday.

The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team did not reveal any specifics regarding the timeline. The working plan, the person said, is for Wembanyama to be evaluated after that window and then a return-to-play timetable will likely be finalized.

Wembanyama underwent the MRI on Sunday, when he sat out of San Antonio’s victory against the Sacramento Kings.

He was injured Friday against the Golden State Warriors. He had 26 points, 12 rebounds, four assists and three blocks in the 109-108 loss.

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LeBron James returns to practice with Lakers but hasn’t decided whether to make season debut Tuesday

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LeBron James returns to practice with Lakers but hasn’t decided whether to make season debut Tuesday

Greg Beacham, The Associated Press 5 minute read 3:34 PM CST

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — LeBron James returned to practice with the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday, and he is waiting to see how he feels after the workout before deciding whether to make his season debut Tuesday.

When James returns to Los Angeles' lineup, he will become the first player in NBA history to play in 23 seasons. The Lakers host the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night, but they don't have another game until Sunday.

“Just trying to get back to where I feel like myself again,” James said. “Got to see how the body responds over the next 24 hours-plus.”

The 40-year-old James hadn't worked out with the Lakers since he developed sciatica before the start of training camp in late September, and he missed a season opener for the first time in his basketball life.

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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) watch from the bench during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers, Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) watch from the bench during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers, Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant sidelined for at least 2 weeks with strained calf

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Grizzlies’ Ja Morant sidelined for at least 2 weeks with strained calf

The Associated Press 2 minute read 12:42 PM CST

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies announced Monday that two-time All-Star Ja Morant will miss at least two weeks with a strained right calf.

The Grizzlies provided the medical update after Morant hurt his calf on Saturday night early in a loss at Cleveland and said Morant will be re-evaluated in approximately two weeks.

Morant scored seven points in six minutes before exiting with right calf soreness. He missed the previous game Wednesday in Boston with a sore right ankle.

Memphis visits San Antonio on Tuesday night.

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Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, second from left, who is sidelined with an injury, watches the team gather during the end of the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics, Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, second from left, who is sidelined with an injury, watches the team gather during the end of the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics, Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Thunder face the Pelicans, aim for 6th straight win

The Associated Press 2 minute read 1:05 AM CST

Oklahoma City Thunder (13-1, first in the Western Conference) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (2-11, 15th in the Western Conference)

New Orleans; Monday, 8 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City will look to keep its five-game win streak alive when the Thunder take on New Orleans.

The Pelicans have gone 1-10 against Western Conference teams. New Orleans averages 14.5 turnovers per game and is 2-6 when it has fewer turnovers than its opponents.

Utah plays Los Angeles after Markkanen’s 47-point game

The Associated Press 2 minute read 1:05 AM CST

Utah Jazz (5-8, 10th in the Western Conference) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (10-4, fourth in the Western Conference)

Los Angeles; Tuesday, 10:30 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Utah faces the Los Angeles Lakers after Lauri Markkanen scored 47 points in the Jazz's 150-147 overtime victory over the Chicago Bulls.

The Lakers are 7-3 in conference games. Los Angeles is 2-0 in one-possession games.

Chicago faces Denver, aims to break 5-game slide

The Associated Press 2 minute read 1:05 AM CST

Chicago Bulls (6-6, ninth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Denver Nuggets (10-2, second in the Western Conference)

Denver; Monday, 9 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Chicago is looking to stop its five-game skid with a victory over Denver.

The Nuggets have gone 6-0 in home games. Denver scores 124.4 points while outscoring opponents by 13.1 points per game.

Brooklyn hosts Boston, looks to break home losing streak

The Associated Press 2 minute read 1:05 AM CST

Boston Celtics (7-7, 10th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Brooklyn Nets (2-11, 13th in the Eastern Conference)

New York; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Brooklyn plays Boston looking to end its six-game home slide.

The Nets are 2-8 against Eastern Conference opponents. Brooklyn ranks last in the Eastern Conference scoring 41.7 points per game in the paint.

Dallas visits Minnesota after overtime win against Portland

The Associated Press 2 minute read 1:05 AM CST

Dallas Mavericks (4-10, 13th in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (8-5, sixth in the Western Conference)

Minneapolis; Monday, 8 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Dallas visits the Minnesota Timberwolves following the Mavericks' 138-133 overtime win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

The Timberwolves have gone 5-3 against Western Conference opponents. Minnesota has a 1-4 record against teams over .500.

Booker, Suns square off against the Trail Blazers

The Associated Press 2 minute read 1:05 AM CST

Phoenix Suns (8-6, eighth in the Western Conference) vs. Portland Trail Blazers (6-7, ninth in the Western Conference)

Portland, Oregon; Tuesday, 11 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns visit Deni Avdija and the Portland Trail Blazers in Western Conference action.

The Trail Blazers are 6-5 against Western Conference opponents. Portland is second in the Western Conference with 14.6 offensive rebounds per game led by Donovan Clingan averaging 4.5.

Durant scores 35, Sengun adds 30 as Rockets beat Magic 117-113 in OT

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Durant scores 35, Sengun adds 30 as Rockets beat Magic 117-113 in OT

The Associated Press 7 minute read Yesterday at 11:18 PM CST

HOUSTON (AP) — Kevin Durant scored 35 points and Alperen Sengun had 30 points and 12 rebounds to help the Houston Rockets rally for a 117-113 overtime victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday night.

Orlando led by a point when Amen Thompson put the Rockets on top on a dunk with an assist from Durant with less than a minute left in overtime. Jabari Smith Jr. blocked a layup by Franz Wagner and Durant’s step-back jumper made it 113-110 with 9.2 seconds left.

Wagner made two free throws with 8.7 seconds to go, pulling the Magic within 1. But, Reed Sheppard made two free throws for Houston to extend the lead to 115-112 with 4.1 seconds left.

Wendell Carter Jr. made one free throw, but was called for a lane violation on the second attempt, making it Houston leading 115-113. Thompson made two free throws after that to seal Houston’s fourth straight victory.

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Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) celerbates with center Alperen Sengun (28) after a shot during overtime of an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic in Houston, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) celerbates with center Alperen Sengun (28) after a shot during overtime of an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic in Houston, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

George makes late 3 in 2OT, Markkanen scores 47 as Jazz beat Bulls 150-147

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George makes late 3 in 2OT, Markkanen scores 47 as Jazz beat Bulls 150-147

The Associated Press 3 minute read Yesterday at 11:10 PM CST

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Keyonte George made 3-pointer with 2 seconds remaining in the second overtime, Lauri Markkanen scored 47 points and the Utah Jazz beat the Chicago Bulls 150-147 on Sunday night in the NBA's highest-scoring game of the season.

George finished with 32 points — including six in the second OT. Isaiah Collier and Brice Sensabaugh each had 16 points, and Kevin Love and Svi Mykhaiuluk each added 10 as the Jazz won for the second time in three games after losing six of seven.

Coby White scored 27 points and Josh Giddey had 26 points, 12 rebounds and 13 assists for the Bulls, who have lost five straight. Nikola Vučević had 21 points, Matas Buzelis and Ayo Dosunmu each scored 18 and Julian Phillips 10.

White, who's layup with 0.2 seconds left in the first OT tied the score at 136, made two free throws with 8.4 seconds to go in the second OT to tie it at 147. After George's go-ahead 3, Vučević missed a potential tying basket at the buzzer.

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Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) makes a three-point basket over Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu to take the lead in the last seconds of the second overtime of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rob Gray)
Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) makes a three-point basket over Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu to take the lead in the last seconds of the second overtime of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rob Gray)

Hawks rally from 22 down in 4th quarter, beat Suns 124-122 for 5th straight win

Jack Thompson, The Associated Press 2 minute read Preview

Hawks rally from 22 down in 4th quarter, beat Suns 124-122 for 5th straight win

Jack Thompson, The Associated Press 2 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 10:05 PM CST

PHOENIX (AP) — Onyeka Okongwu had 27 points and the Atlanta Hawks overcame a 22-point deficit in the fourth quarter to stun the Phoenix Suns 124-122 on Sunday night.

Atlanta won its fifth straight and ended Phoenix’s winning streak at five. The Hawks finished 4-0 on a western trip.

Nickell Alexander-Walker had 26 points for Atlanta, making the first of two free throws with three seconds to go. Royce O’Neale rebounded the miss on the second one his shot from beyond halfcourt bounced off the rim.

Josh Johnson had 25 points and 10 rebounds, and Dyson Daniels 11 points and 12 assists for the Hawks, who won without All-Star guard Trae Young (right knee sprain) and center Kristaps Porzingis (right knee soreness).

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Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) and Dyson Daniels, right, celebrate comeback win against Phoenix Suns during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Phoenix, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. Atlanta won 124-122. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) and Dyson Daniels, right, celebrate comeback win against Phoenix Suns during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Phoenix, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. Atlanta won 124-122. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Washington and Flagg power Mavericks to a 138-133 OT win over the Trail Blazers

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Washington and Flagg power Mavericks to a 138-133 OT win over the Trail Blazers

The Associated Press 3 minute read Yesterday at 9:59 PM CST

DALLAS (AP) — P.J. Washington Jr. and Cooper Flagg scored 21 points apiece and teamed up on a crucial basket late in overtime to help the Dallas Mavericks to a 138-133 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night.

Dallas led 130-129 with 1:39 remaining when Flagg grabbed the rebound of a missed 3-pointer by Portland’s Shaedon Sharpe and delivered an outlet pass to Washington for a jam during a 6-0 Dallas run.

Daniel Gafford added 20 points, including seven in overtime, and was one of seven Mavericks who scored in double figures. Dallas (4-10) snapped a three-game skid with the win.

Sharpe scored a season-high 36 points for the Trail Blazers (6-7), who have lost four of their last five games. Deni Avdija scored 29 before fouling out with 1:39 left on the play that resulted in Gafford hitting two free throws and putting Dallas ahead for good at 130-129.

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Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg dribbles the ball against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg dribbles the ball against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Durant’s 35 points, Sengun’s 30 points, 12 rebounds lead Rockets to 117-113 OT win over Magic

Kristie Rieken, The Associated Press 3 minute read Preview

Durant’s 35 points, Sengun’s 30 points, 12 rebounds lead Rockets to 117-113 OT win over Magic

Kristie Rieken, The Associated Press 3 minute read Yesterday at 9:18 PM CST

HOUSTON (AP) — Kevin Durant scored 35 points and Alperen Sengun had 30 points and 12 rebounds to help the Houston Rockets rally for a 117-113 overtime victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday night.

Orlando led by a point when Amen Thompson put the Rockets on top on a dunk with an assist from Durant with less than a minute left in overtime. Jabari Smith Jr. blocked a layup by Franz Wagner and Durant’s step-back jumper made it 113-110 with 9.2 seconds left.

Wagner made two free throws with 8.7 seconds to go, pulling the Magic within 1. But, Reed Sheppard made two free throws for Houston to extend the lead to 115-112 with 4.1 seconds left.

Wendell Carter Jr. made one free throw, but was called for a lane violation on the second attempt, making it Houston leading 115-113. Thompson made two free throws after that to seal Houston’s fourth straight victory.

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Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) shoots against Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) and forward Tristan da Silva (23) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Houston, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) shoots against Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) and forward Tristan da Silva (23) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Houston, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Moses Moody scores 32 as Warriors cruise past Pelicans 124-106

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Moses Moody scores 32 as Warriors cruise past Pelicans 124-106

Brett Martel, The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 10:11 PM CST

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Moses Moody hit a career-high eight 3-pointers and scored a career-high 32 points, and the Golden State Warriors beat New Orleans 124-106 on Sunday night in what was also James Borrego's debut as Pelicans interim coach.

Jimmy Butler added 18 points and 10 assists for the Warriors, who led by as many as 25 points in the second half and whose arrival in New Orleans a day earlier coincided with Pelicans' firing of fifth-year coach Willie Green.

Brandin Podziemski scored 19 points, Al Horford added 11 points and Draymond Green grabbed 10 rebounds during a performance in which he also had a brief confrontation with a fan along the baseline.

Trey Murphy III scored 20 for New Orleans, while Jose Alvarado added 18 points and Jeremiah Fears 17.

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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles around New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles around New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Warriors’ Draymond Green has another fan confrontation

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Warriors’ Draymond Green has another fan confrontation

Brett Martel, The Associated Press 4 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 11:29 PM CST

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Golden State forward Draymond Green went nearly chest-to-chest with a fan during the Warriors' 124-106 road victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night.

“He just kept calling me a woman. It was a good joke at first but you can't keep calling me a woman,” Green said, clarifying later that the fan was calling him “a woman's name.”

“I got four kids and one on the way," Green added. "Just don't be disrespectful.”

The fan, who identified himself as Sam Green, 35, of New Orleans, was wearing a black polo with a Pelicans logo on it. He was standing and cheering after Draymond Green had been called for a shooting foul while guarding Pelicans forward Herb Jones.

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Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) is held back by referee Courtney Kirkland while talking to New Orleans Pelicans fan Sam Green during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (David Grunfeld/The Times-Picayune via AP)
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) is held back by referee Courtney Kirkland while talking to New Orleans Pelicans fan Sam Green during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (David Grunfeld/The Times-Picayune via AP)

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