The Philadelphia 76ers made a roster move on Friday night, signing Oshae Brissett to a 10-day contract. Brissett, a former Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers player, now gets another chance to prove himself in the NBA.

The forward was part of the Celtics’ championship-winning team last season, appearing in 55 regular-season games and 10 playoff games.

One of his standout moments came in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Pacers, where he contributed two points, three rebounds, and three steals in just 12 minutes to help Boston secure a win.

After failing to secure an NBA deal for the 2024-25 season, Brissett spent most of the year playing for the Long Island Nets, the G-League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets.

His signing with the 76ers marks a return to the league, and he made an immediate impact in his debut.

Strong Debut in Philadelphia

Brissett had an impressive first game with the Sixers, scoring 14 points on 5-of-8 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three-point range.

Despite his efforts, the 76ers fell 112-100 to the Pacers. Brissett’s performance showcased his potential to contribute at the NBA level, and he’ll look to build on this opportunity in Philadelphia.

Ties to the Celtics and Support from Jayson Tatum

Brissett’s time with the Celtics left a lasting bond with his former teammates, including star forward Jayson Tatum.

Following Brissett’s debut with the 76ers, Tatum expressed his support for his former teammate. “That’s my brother,” Tatum said. “Happy for him. He definitely deserves to be in the league, so hopefully he finds a home – even if it’s in Philadelphia.”

A Journey Through the NBA

Before his stints with the Celtics and Pacers, Brissett began his NBA career with the Toronto Raptors during the 2019-20 season.

Now, with the 76ers, he has another chance to carve out a role in the league. Brissett’s versatility and energy could make him a valuable asset for Philadelphia as they navigate the remainder of the season.

Brissett’s journey reflects the resilience and determination required to succeed in the NBA.

As he looks to make the most of his 10-day contract, the 76ers and their fans will be watching closely to see if he can secure a more permanent spot on the roster.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James continues to defy age, playing at an All-NBA level in his 22nd season at 40 years old.

With the addition of rising star Luka Doncic, James might even extend his career further by reducing his offensive workload.

However, the four-time NBA champion is currently sidelined with a groin strain, which has disrupted his rhythm on both ends of the court.

This season, James is averaging an impressive 25 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 8.5 assists while shooting 51.7% from the field and 38.4% from three-point range.

These numbers suggest the Lakers could make a deep playoff run if James maintains this level of play alongside Doncic.

But while James is known for his dominance on the court, actor Jason Sudeikis recently shared a funny story about scoring on the NBA legend during a rehearsal for Saturday Night Live. Speaking on the New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce podcast, Sudeikis recounted the moment:

“There is a sketch that we did, characters Bill and I did a couple of times. Where I play a stagehand, who is kind of a dick to people. We did it to Julia Louis-Dreyfus, we did it with Paul Rudd, and we did it with LeBron. In the sketch, I challenged him to one-on-one. In rehearsal, I did go by him and then went up, and he didn’t know I was going to do a reverse layup. And I did score on him on an 8-foot goal. Oh yeah, he was 100% [trying]. Oh yeah, yeah, yeah, he was definitely trying, you can’t turn that off. It was funny because Don Roy King, who was our director at the time, who I just saw at the 50th [SNL special], came up and literally brought it up. He goes, ‘If you ever need someone to vouch for this, I know it happened.’ Like thank you, it sucks being the one telling this, you know keeping this apocryphal story alive. You know, I’d prefer it to be someone else, but so be it.”

Not many people can claim they’ve scored on the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, but Sudeikis is now part of that exclusive group.

The actor humorously admitted he’ll likely keep this story alive for years to come, especially since it happened during a rehearsal.

LeBron James: Lakers Can Compete with Anyone, But Not at Celtics’ Level Yet

Following the blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic, many doubted the Lakers’ ability to contend this season. However, those doubts began to fade as the team went on an eight-game winning streak.

Despite the momentum, the Lakers’ streak was snapped by a loss to the Boston Celtics, the reigning NBA champions.

After the game, LeBron James acknowledged that the Lakers can compete with any team but admitted they aren’t quite on the Celtics’ level yet.

James’ comments highlight the Lakers’ potential while also recognizing the work needed to reach the elite status of teams like Boston.

With James and Doncic leading the way, the Lakers remain a formidable force, but they’ll need to elevate their game to truly challenge the league’s best.

Miami Heat fans might welcome the idea of trading guard Terry Rozier this offseason, as his performance has fallen short of expectations.

In 57 appearances, Rozier is averaging 11.5 points and 2.7 assists on 40.1 percent shooting, while his defense has been underwhelming.

As a result, the Heat could explore a trade with the Washington Wizards to acquire former Boston Celtics guard and Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart.

This potential move was highlighted by Bleacher Report, which listed Smart as a possible trade target for the Heat.

“Assuming the team continues to build around Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo, the Heat needs shooting and help at point guard. [Davion] Mitchell may be retained, but he may be best suited as a reserve,” B/R’s Eric Pincus wrote. “Duncan Robinson is expected to opt into his final year, roughly half-guaranteed. The Heat could go younger or look to cash out prospects like Jaquez and Nikola Jović to win with Herro and Adebayo.”

While the Wizards are unlikely to accept a straight swap of Smart for Rozier, Miami could sweeten the deal by including draft capital and possibly a young player.

Rozier’s contract expires after the 2026 season, meaning he would only remain in Washington for a year unless the team opts for a cheaper extension.

Pairing Smart with Herro in the backcourt would create a more balanced combination of offense and defense, addressing some of the Heat’s current weaknesses.

This proposed trade could be a strategic move for Miami as they look to strengthen their roster and maximize their potential around Herro and Adebayo.