Top NBA News

March 5th, 2025

1. LeBron James Reaches 50,000 Combined Points

LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 combined points in the regular season and playoffs. He achieved the milestone with a three-pointer in the first quarter of the Lakers’ win over the Pelicans, finishing with 34 points in his record-tying 22nd season.

2. Kyrie Irving Out for Season with Torn ACL

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during the first quarter of a loss to the Sacramento Kings. The injury forces him to miss the rest of the season, marking a significant setback for the team.

3. Jaren Jackson Jr. Week to Week with Ankle Sprain

Memphis Grizzlies All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. is listed as week to week after suffering a Grade 2 sprain in his left ankle during the first quarter of a loss to Atlanta. His injury could affect the team’s playoff push and his Defensive Player of the Year candidacy.

4. Ayo Dosunmu to Undergo Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu will miss the remainder of the season as he undergoes left shoulder surgery. Dosunmu, who battled persistent shoulder pain this season, is optimistic about his rehab, with a recovery time estimated at four to six months.

5. Zach LaVine, Jalen Brunson Named NBA Players of the Week

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine and New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson earned the NBA Players of the Week honors for Week 19. LaVine recorded averages of 28.0 PPG, 5.7 RPG, and 3.0 APG, while Brunson posted 29.3 PPG, 5.0 RPG, and 6.3 APG.