- Update: ESPN released an apology. Last night, ESPN.com’s mobile web site posted an offensive headline referencing Jeremy Lin at 2:30 am ET. The headline was removed at 3:05 am ET. We are conducting a complete review of our cross-platform editorial procedures and are determining appropriate disciplinary action to ensure this does not happen again. We regret and apologize for this mistake. The Big Lead
- Oklahoma City Thunder guard Thabo Sefolosha is expected to be sidelined for at least another month with a foot injury. Sefolosha, who has not played since Jan. 27, is dealing with a tendon injury that has been slow to heal. His foot was placed in a hard cast Thursday, one day before Sefolosha missed his 11th consecutive start. HoopsWorld
- Baron Davis is almost ready to make his Knicks’ debut. It could come Sunday against Dallas, Monday against the Nets or Wednesday at Atlanta. But Davis “can go,” according to coach Mike D’Antoni, and the veteran guard said he expects to play before the All-Star break begins next week. Newsday
- New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony, still dealing with the lingering effects of a strained right groin, likely will not play Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks. “Melo, probably not,” coach Mike D’Antoni said Saturday. “And Monday, it’s close.” ESPN.com
- His 16.1 points per game average on 50.2% shooting and 9.8 rebounds in January reflected a drop-off compared to his 18.8 points, 52.9% clip and 10.2 rebounds he averaged last season. Still, Gasol’s improved those numbers in February, posting 18.6 points on 46.8% shooting and 14 rebounds. “He’s going to be there when we need him,” Bynum said. “I don’t worry at all about him. He’s a top class player in the world.” But Gasol sure didn’t look like one against Phoenix. “Obviously I’m not too glad I was missing some looks and not capitalizing on some opportunities that I had,” he said. “When you’re going through it, you’re going through it. There’s not much you can do about it. Just continue to play and make plays.” Los Angeles Times
- Last week, Jennings made headlines when he told ESPN.com that he was doing his “homework on big-market teams.” Fans in Milwaukee weren’t happy with this comment and Jennings was heavily criticized. He was surprised by the reaction and, on Friday, defended his quotes. “It was a lot of negative stuff,” Jennings said of the reaction.“People were telling me I’m not CP3, I’m not Dwight Howard, I’m not LeBron James or anything like that. But, at the end of the day, I never said I was. Just because I said I’m keeping my options open doesn’t mean that I’m leaving. That’s just like anybody who has a regular job in this world. You’re always going to keep your options open for better. You just never know what type of opportunity will come your way. It doesn’t mean I’m leaving or anything like that. Just keep your options open; always keep your ears open to everything.” HoopsWorld
- When asked if he has a future in Milwaukee, Jackson shook his head. “Not at all,” Jackson told HOOPSWORLD. “It’s obvious, you can see that. I’m just waiting until my situation is different. I’m coming to work every day and keeping myself prepared so that when my situation does get better, I’m ready to go.” Jackson says that his relationship with Bucks head coach Scott Skiles is irreparable. He doesn’t appreciate the way that Skiles has handled this situation, describing his benching as disrespectful. HoopsWorld