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Coby White added 19 points to help the Charlotte Hornets secure a 127-107 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday. White's performance was part of a balanced offensive effort for the Hornets, who have now won seven of their last nine games. He was supported by strong outings from Miles Bridges, LaMelo Ball, and rookie Kon Knueppel, who set a new franchise record for 3-pointers in a season during the contest.
Miles Bridges led the charge with 25 points as the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Phoenix Suns 127-107 on Thursday night, marking the team's seventh victory in their last nine games. Bridges' offensive production was central to the dominant performance, which also featured a franchise-record 3-point shooting night from rookie Kon Knueppel and double-digit scoring contributions from LaMelo Ball, Coby White, and Brandon Miller.
Rookie Kon Knueppel made history in Thursday's 127-107 win over the Suns by setting the Hornets' franchise record for 3-pointers in a single season, surpassing Kemba Walker. Knueppel finished the game with 20 points, continuing his impressive Rookie of the Year campaign. He remains on pace for one of the best 3-point shooting seasons in NBA history and continues to be a key contributor for the Hornets, who have won seven of their last nine games.
Daniss Jenkins played a pivotal role in the Pistons' 113-108 win over the Timberwolves on Thursday, stepping up in the absence of Cade Cunningham. Jenkins recorded a team-high 26 points, shooting 9-of-19 from the field, including 2-of-2 from three-point range and 6-of-7 from the free-throw line. He also contributed five rebounds and eight assists across 37 minutes of action, continuing his strong recent production for Detroit.
Cade Cunningham remains sidelined for at least another week as he recovers from a collapsed left lung, with a re-evaluation scheduled for next week. The injury, first announced March 19, will cause him to miss Saturday's game against the 76ers. Consequently, Cunningham will fail to reach the 65-game threshold required for end-of-season NBA awards eligibility. The Pistons continue to monitor his recovery closely.
Anthony Edwards missed his 17th game of the season during Thursday's 113-108 loss to the Pistons due to right knee pain and an illness. This absence officially renders him ineligible for All-NBA team honors, as he fails to meet the 65-game minimum requirement. Edwards, who is averaging a career-best 29.3 points per game, is currently being managed by the team to ensure his long-term health following his recent return from a six-game absence.
Phoenix guard Collin Gillespie made history during Thursday's 127-107 loss to the Charlotte Hornets by setting the Suns' franchise record for 3-pointers in a single season. Gillespie achieved the milestone during the second quarter of the contest. While the team ultimately fell to the Hornets, the record-breaking performance serves as a significant individual achievement for the guard in his current campaign.
Jalen Green delivered a strong individual performance in Thursday's 127-107 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, leading the Suns with 25 points. Green shot 10-of-19 from the field, including 3-of-6 from three-point range, and added four rebounds, seven assists, two steals, and one block across 34 minutes of action.
Marcus Smart participated in an on-court workout on Thursday as he continues his recovery from an ankle injury. Head coach JJ Redick noted positive progress, raising the possibility that Smart could return to the Lakers' lineup as early as Sunday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. The team is monitoring his status closely as he transitions back to full basketball activities.
Jalen Duren powered the Pistons to a 113-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday, recording a full stat line of 22 points and 14 rebounds. Duren shot 8-of-15 from the field and 6-of-10 from the free-throw line, adding four assists, two blocks, and one steal in 36 minutes of play. His performance was instrumental in securing the win for Detroit in a game that featured both teams playing without their respective superstars.
Trey Murphy has been cleared to play in Thursday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The forward was dealing with an ankle issue, but he has been deemed available for the matchup, providing the Pelicans with a full-strength rotation for the contest.
De'Anthony Melton has been cleared to play in Thursday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The guard was previously listed as questionable while managing a left thumb strain, but he has been officially cleared for action, providing a boost to the Warriors' rotation for the matchup.
Keegan Murray has been officially ruled out for Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The forward is currently sidelined due to an ankle injury. Further updates regarding his status and potential return timeline are expected as he continues his recovery process.
Russell Westbrook has been ruled out for Friday's matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans. The veteran guard is dealing with a toe injury that will keep him out of the lineup. His status will be monitored as the team evaluates his recovery progress.
Forward Jake LaRavia has become a vital connecting piece for the Los Angeles Lakers. According to team reports, he has earned the “love” and “trust” of the Lakers coaching staff for his contributions on the floor. He continues to see his role develop as the team navigates the final stretch of the regular season.
Tobias Harris will not return to Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves after sustaining a left knee contusion. Harris exited the game during the first quarter and finished with two points and one assist in six minutes of play. Initially listed as questionable to return after walking to the locker room, the team confirmed he would remain sidelined for the duration of the contest.
Keyonte George has been officially ruled out for Friday's game against the Houston Rockets. The Utah Jazz guard is currently sidelined while managing a hamstring injury.
Isaiah Collier will not be available for Friday's game against the Houston Rockets. The Jazz rookie is currently dealing with a hamstring injury that has forced him to the sidelines.
After initially being listed as trending toward a return, Mark Williams has been officially cleared to play in Thursday's contest against the Hornets. Williams had been managing a foot injury, but he successfully progressed through the necessary evaluations to receive the green light for tonight's matchup.
Bobby Portis has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. The Milwaukee Bucks forward is currently sidelined due to a wrist injury.
