Luka Doncic records 30th triple-double in NBA
Tim MacMahon: Luka Doncic has his fifth triple-double in an eight-game span. It’s the 30th of his career, matching Ben Simmons for the 14th most in NBA history.
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Judge rules in favor of Zion Williamson
A federal judge in North Carolina has granted Zion Williamson partial judgment in his lawsuit against a former marketing agent who sued the New Orleans Pelicans star for $100 million in damages claiming breach of contract. In Wednesday’s ruling, U.S. District Court Judge Loretta C. Biggs voided Williamson’s marketing agreement with Gina Ford and Prime Sports Marketing because it didn’t meet the requirements of North Carolina’s Uniform Athlete Agents Act.
Bradley Beal unhappy about playing on Friday
Fred Katz: Bradley Beal says of playing the Bucks on Friday after 11 days off and very little practice time: “That’s just a recipe for injury, honestly.” He says the Wizards are fighting the league on it.
Russell Westbrook recovering from quad injury
Chase Hughes: Russell Westbrook will not play Friday due to his quad issue, but is on his way back, per Scott Brooks. “He did a little bit” tonight at practice.
Steve Kerr: Gregg Popovich is as sharp as ever
Tom Orsborn: Steve Kerr on if he could see Pop coaching beyond this season: “Sure. And I don’t think he’s made any decisions yet. But why not? He’s still sharp as ever. You can see the impact he still makes by watching his team.”
Eight Wizards players out for Friday's game
Chase Hughes: Wizards announce SIX players are out for Friday’s game vs. Bucks due to Covid protocol, plus two more for injuries: Deni Avdija, Davis Bertans, Troy Brown Jr., Rui Hachimura, Ish Smith, Moe Wagner. Also, Thomas Bryant (ACL) and Russell Westbrook (quad).
Wizards back to practice after COVID-19 outbreak
Ava Wallace: The Wizards are back at practice. First time on court for the group since Jan. 11, and we’ll hear from Scott Brooks and Bradley Beal after.
