Pistons first-time All-Star Jalen Duren is pulling out of the Slam Dunk contest due to a knee injury. He will be replaced by Magic rookie Jase Richardson.
Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert called out his after a loss to the Pelicans and challenged the coaching staff to bench players not giving enough effort.
After an 11-year hiatus, the NBA is bringing back the Shooting Stars competition. The All-Star Saturday night contest will feature four teams made up of two current NBA players and one retired player.
Ivica Zubac’s debut with the Pacers is on hold because of an ankle injury he has been playing through since December, head coach Rick Carlisle said Friday.