Author: Matt Eppers, USA TODAY

A strange scene unfolded when Nets star Kevin Durant did not start, then was cleared to play only to ultimately be ruled out during the third quarter.

The NBA appears prepared to go ahead with an All-Star Game, but the league’s biggest name isn’t too keen on the idea.

Paul George wasn’t interested in escalating a ward of words after Jared Dudley called George “disrespectful” in a newly released book.

Bradley Beal scored 47 points, but the Wizards lost by 18 to the Pelicans, their 10th consecutive loss when Beal scores at least 40 points.

Steph Curry knocked down five 3s to pass Reggie Miller for second place on the all-time list, then heard from Miller himself after the game.

LaMelo Ball had 22 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists in a Hornets win to become the youngest ever with a triple-double at 19 years and 140 days.

Seth Curry has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19, leading to the Sixers altering their travel plans to commence contact tracing.

Seth Curry has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19, leading to the Sixers altering their travel plans to commence contact tracing.

The NBA’s annual holiday showcase features some of the top teams in the league and the biggest stars in the game.