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Doncic and Adebayo Named NBA Players of the Week After Dominant Week 21

Luka Doncic, Bam Adebayo
March 2026

Luka Doncic and Bam Adebayo have been named NBA Players of the Week after leading their teams with huge statistical outputs. Doncic delivered across scoring, rebounds and assists, while Adebayo posted elite scoring numbers and added strong defensive production for Miami. Doncic averaged 37.3 points, 10.7 rebounds and 11.0 assists during the week for the Lakers, showing all-round control of games. Adebayo put up 41.3 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.3 steals for the Heat, earning recognition after one of the most productive stretches of his season.

Fouls Shape NBA Milestone Week as Gilgeous-Alexander and Adebayo Rewrite Record Books

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
March 2026

An unusual NBA milestone week highlighted how heavily fouls influenced two major scoring achievements, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander broke Wilt Chamberlain’s 20-point streak record and Bam Adebayo produced a huge scoring night driven by a record number of free throws. Gilgeous-Alexander extended his run to 127 straight 20-point games, with free throws playing a major part in keeping the streak alive. Adebayo’s outburst against Washington included NBA single-game records for free throws made and attempted, while the discussion also revived focus on Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s long-standing career fouls mark.

Grizzlies reward Olivier-Maxence Prosper with multi-year contract

Olivier-Maxence Prosper
March 2026

Memphis signed Prosper to a multi-year deal after his contributions this season, converting him from a two-way contract. He has averaged 7.6 points in 36 games and has surged recently, posting 14 points per game over his last nine while shooting 67.5 percent from the field.

Grizzlies sign Olivier-Maxence Prosper to multi-year contract

Olivier-Maxence Prosper
March 2026

Memphis converted Prosper from a two-way deal to a multi-year contract after an uptick in production and minutes. The Grizzlies rewarded his recent form, highlighted by a strong nine-game stretch with increased scoring efficiency and playing time.

Oklahoma retires Buddy Hield’s No. 24 after Sooners legend’s Final Four season

Buddy Hield
February 2026

Oklahoma retired Buddy Hield’s No. 24 jersey, honoring his 2016 All-American season that ended in a Final Four run. Hield was celebrated on court with family and members of the 2016 team present, then his banner was raised at Lloyd Noble Center.

Pat Riley statue unveiled outside Lakers arena to mark Showtime architect’s legacy

Pat Riley
February 2026

The Lakers unveiled an 8-foot bronze statue of Pat Riley in Star Plaza, making him the first Lakers coach honored with a statue outside the arena. Riley attended the ceremony as the statue was placed between Abdul-Jabbar and Johnson, celebrating his role in four Lakers titles as head coach and the creation of the Showtime era. Speakers included Abdul-Jabbar, Johnson and Buss, with former players and notable guests present.

Adam Silver Says Tanking Is Worse This Season; NBA Fines Jazz and Pacers

Adam Silver
February 2026

Silver said tanking behaviour is worse than recent memory, with the league fining Utah and Indiana for violating integrity and player participation standards, and warning further penalties could include draft-pick forfeiture. Utah was fined $500,000 for “conduct detrimental” linked to late-game benchings, while Indiana was fined $100,000 after an independent physician found held-out starters could have played under policy standards. Silver said the league will reconsider lottery and draft incentives because the system rewards losing.

Chris Paul Announces Retirement; Raptors Expected to Waive Him

Chris Paul
February 2026

He confirmed he is stepping away after 21 seasons. He was traded to Toronto at the deadline in a deal that did not require reporting, and multiple reports say the Raptors will waive him. The retirement frames a shift toward family and life after playing, with league leadership highlighting his on-court résumé and union leadership. The trade-waive path effectively closed any late-season title chase with another team.

Dillon Brooks Suspended After 16th Technical Foul

Dillon Brooks
February 2026

Brooks received an automatic one-game suspension without pay after his 16th technical foul of the season, per NBA rules. The 16th technical was assessed during Phoenix’s loss to Oklahoma City. League policy triggers a one-game ban at 16, then one additional game for every two techs thereafter. He will miss the road game at San Antonio on Feb. 19.

Darko Rajakovic Named Head Coach of Team World for 2026 All-Star

Darko Rajaković
January 2026

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver named Rajakovic as Team World head coach for the 2026 All-Star Game. Bickerstaff and Johnson will coach the two U.S. player teams in the three-team format. Rajakovic earned the nod while guiding Toronto to a strong record (30-21 cited). The event will be held at Intuit Dome in Inglewood and aired on NBC and Peacock.

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