NBA Basketball

Sources: Giannis refuses Bucks' shutdown pitch

The Bucks want to shut down Giannis Antetokounmpo for the remainder of the season after his latest injury and their postseason chances dwindled, but Antetokounmpo has refused the team's requests and wants to play again, sources told ESPN.

Kerr to the point: Dubs 'going to be in the play-in'

After a sixth loss in seven games, Warriors coach Steve Kerr laid bare the cold reality his team has been facing as it hobbles toward the regular season's conclusion: "We're going to be in the play-in. We know that."

Other shoe drops: Caruso T'd up for desperate D

Thunder guard Alex Caruso was called for goaltending and a technical foul for an illegal defensive move after he swatted away a layup attempt with his shoe.

Wolves' Edwards to miss time with knee soreness

Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards underwent an MRI on his right knee that revealed inflammation, and he will be reevaluated in 1-2 weeks.

Pistons' Cunningham leaves win with back spasms

Pistons guard Cade Cunningham, among the leaders in this season's NBA MVP race, left Tuesday night's game against the Wizards with back spasms.

Pippen, Aldama have season-ending surgery

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. and forward Santi Aldama will miss the rest of the season after each had surgery on Tuesday.

🏀 Everything we know about NBA expansion

The NBA seems closer than ever to adding two franchises. Here's what we know, including how an expansion draft could work.