Grizz star Morant’s dad ejected for berating refs
Grizzlies star Ja Morant’s father was ejected in Saturday’s home loss to the Thunder for being “overtly disrespectful” to the officiating crew.
‘Unacceptable’: Brunson, Knicks routed by Celts
The New York Knicks, who opened their season with a blowout loss in Boston, entered Saturday viewing their rematch with the defending-champion Celtics as a pre-All-Star-break measuring stick, but they were routed again, this time by the score of 131-104.
Lakers-Hornets trade nixed; Williams fails physical
The trade between the Hornets and Lakers for Mark Williams has been rescinded after the 7-foot center failed L.A.’s physical exam, sources told ESPN.
Giannis to remain sidelined vs. Sixers due to calf
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is dealing with tightness in his left calf, with miss his fourth straight game Sunday against the Sixers.
AD exits dominant debut with lower-body injury
Anthony Davis exited his debut for the Dallas Mavericks early after suffering what the team called a “lower-body injury.”
Hawks request waivers on newly acquired Hyland
The Atlanta Hawks requested waivers on guard Bones Hyland on Saturday, just two days after the guard was obtained from the Clippers in a deal at the NBA trade deadline.
Sources: Pacers to sign Len after clearing waivers
The Washington Wizards are expected to waive center Alex Len, who plans to sign with the Indiana Pacers upon clearing waivers, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Simmons bought out; Cavs, Clips next?
Ben Simmons has agreed to a contract buyout with the Nets and now becomes a free agent, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Saturday.
LeBron to sit vs. Pacers due to ankle soreness
LeBron James was ruled out of Saturday’s game against the Pacers because of left ankle soreness, the Lakers announced.
Holmgren enjoys ‘amazing’ return as OKC rolls
Chet Holmgren had four points, five rebounds, four blocks and two steals during the Thunder’s 121-109 win over the Raptors.