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In NBA news, the MVP straw poll has revealed that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic each secured 99 votes, with speculation surrounding who might have received the elusive 100th vote. The Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia 76ers are maintaining their playoff contention as noted in the latest power rankings.
In injury news, the Los Angeles Lakers are dealing with the loss of Luka Doncic, who suffered a left leg contusion against the Los Angeles Clippers. Additionally, Ivica Zubac of the Clippers exited the same game with a left ankle injury.
Tensions flared in the game between the Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets, leading to Nuggets coach David Adelman being ejected. Meanwhile, Warriors forward Draymond Green was also ejected for receiving two technical fouls during their matchup against the Phoenix Suns.
Lastly, Lakers guard Marcus Smart faced a fine of $35,000 for an obscene gesture directed at an official during a game against the Utah Jazz, according to reports from ESPN and CBS Sports.