Nba news today
Here are some of the latest NBA news and updates:
Top Stories
- 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 during a game against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.
- NBA suspends Celtics' Enes Kanter for 2 games: The NBA suspended Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter for 2 games without pay for making contact with an official during a game against the Miami Heat on Saturday.
- Rockets' Russell Westbrook to miss 2-3 weeks with quad strain: The Houston Rockets announced that Russell Westbrook will miss 2-3 weeks with a quad strain, which he suffered during a game against the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday.
Injuries
- Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and Khris Middleton (knee) out for Bucks: The Milwaukee Bucks announced that Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton will miss their next game against the Chicago Bulls due to knee injuries.
- Joel Embiid (back) to miss 76ers' next game: The Philadelphia 76ers announced that Joel Embiid will miss their next game against the Toronto Raptors due to a back injury.
- Damian Lillard (knee) to miss Blazers' next game: The Portland Trail Blazers announced that Damian Lillard will miss their next game against the Denver Nuggets due to a knee injury.
Transactions
- Cavaliers trade Kevin Porter Jr. to Rockets: The Cleveland Cavaliers traded guard Kevin Porter Jr. to the Houston Rockets in exchange for a 2024 second-round draft pick.
- Pacers sign T.J. Warren to 2-year extension: The Indiana Pacers signed forward T.J. Warren to a 2-year contract extension worth $18 million.
- Nets sign Spencer Dinwiddie to 3-year extension: The Brooklyn Nets signed guard Spencer Dinwiddie to a 3-year contract extension worth $54 million.
Awards and Accolades
- Luka Doncic named Western Conference Player of the Week: Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic was named the Western Conference Player of the Week for the 10th time this season.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo named Eastern Conference Player of the Week: Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the 7th time this season.
These are just some of the latest NBA news and updates. Let me know if you'd like me to provide more information or if you have any specific questions!