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The Celtics survived a second-half charge from the Cavaliers and rode hot shooting on 3s to a 120-117 win on Tuesday.
Sources: Maxey challenged Embiid over tardinessTopics of the 76ers' team meeting after Monday's loss included Joel Embiid's tardiness, the desire to be coached harder and a call to urgency, sources told ESPN.
Jokic out 3rd straight game for personal reasonsNuggets star center Nikola Jokic was declared out Tuesday against the Grizzlies, the third straight game he's missed for personal reasons.
Doncic returns from injury to net 26 in Mavs' winLuka Doncic returned to the Mavericks' lineup after sitting out one game because of a knee injury and scored a game-high 26 points in a 132-91 win over the Pelicans on Tuesday night.
Spurs rule Wembanyama (knee) out vs. ThunderThe Spurs have ruled Victor Wembanyama out for Tuesday night's NBA Cup matchup against the Thunder due to a right knee contusion.
Ex-Bulls star Love dies at 81 after cancer battleFormer Chicago Bulls star forward Bob Love died Monday following a long battle with cancer. He was 81.
Lakers to honor Riley with statue outside arenaThe Los Angeles Lakers will honor former coach Pat Riley with a statue outside their downtown arena.
Early grades: Knicks get C for KAT's roleNearly a month into the 2024-25 campaign, we are grading how teams are handling their main priorities.