Jayson Tatum stays in the news as Celtics fire up playoff run vs tough foes; star forward, Duke alum, 3x All-Star for Boston.
With 91% of the NBA season played, playoff spots are nearly decided. Several teams are locked into postseason positions, while others are battling for seeding. The league faces ongoing discussions about tanking and draft reforms, amid teams declining White House invitations due to timing conflicts.
The Miami Heat have acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware and Kasparas Jakucionis, along with multiple draft picks. The move ends a frenzied, years-long pursuit and signals a high-stakes push for a championship.