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  1. Lakers' LeBron James to miss 2-3 weeks with ankle sprain: The Los Angeles Lakers announced that LeBron James will miss 2-3 weeks with a high ankle sprain, which he suffered in a game against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.
  2. NBA trade deadline approaches: The NBA trade deadline is just around the corner, and teams are making moves to bolster their rosters for the stretch run. The deadline is February 6th.
  3. Giannis Antetokounmpo signs 5-year, $228 million extension with Bucks: The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo have agreed to a 5-year, $228 million contract extension, making him one of the highest-paid players in the league.
  4. Rockets' James Harden traded to Pacers: The Houston Rockets have traded James Harden to the Indiana Pacers in a blockbuster deal that sent Victor Oladipo and a first-round pick to Houston.
  5. NBA All-Star Game rosters announced: The NBA has announced the rosters for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game, with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, and Kevin Durant among the top selections.

Recent Games and Results

  1. Lakers defeat Warriors 117-115: The Los Angeles Lakers edged the Golden State Warriors 117-115 in a thrilling game on Sunday, with LeBron James scoring 34 points despite leaving the game with an ankle injury.
  2. Bucks defeat Celtics 119-112: The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Boston Celtics 119-112 on Saturday, with Giannis Antetokounmpo scoring 35 points and grabbing 12 rebounds.
  3. Nets defeat 76ers 123-114: The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 123-114 on Friday, with Kevin Durant scoring 34 points and Kyrie Irving adding 29.

Injuries and Suspensions

  1. LeBron James (ankle sprain): The Los Angeles Lakers announced that LeBron James will miss 2-3 weeks with a high ankle sprain.
  2. Joel Embiid (back strain): The Philadelphia 76ers announced that Joel Embiid will miss 2-3 weeks with a back strain.
  3. Kawhi Leonard (knee injury): The Los Angeles Clippers announced that Kawhi Leonard will miss 2-3 weeks with a knee injury.

Other News

  1. NBA to introduce new jersey sponsorship patch: The NBA has announced that it will introduce a new jersey sponsorship patch for the 2023-24 season, allowing teams to feature a third logo on their jerseys.
  2. WNBA and NBA announce partnership: The WNBA and NBA have announced a partnership to promote women's basketball and increase opportunities for women in the sport.

Stay tuned for more updates and news from the world of the NBA!