Nightly Pulse: Recap of NBA News & Highlights from Feb. 27

Exciting Thursday Night Showdowns as Nuggets take on Bucks and Timberwolves battle Lakers and Mavericks

Golden state vs. Orlando (7 ET on League Pass)Denver vs. Milwaukee (8 ET on TNT/TRUTV/MAX)Charlotte vs. Dallas (8:30 ET on League Pass)New Orleans vs. Phoenix (9 ET on League Pass)Minnesota vs. Los Angeles Lakers (10:30 ET on NBA TV)

Mitchell Robinson debut on the horizon

In top news from this evening, Mitchell Robinson (ankle) could make his season debut Friday vs. Memphis. The 26-year-old is recovering from a series of ankle and foot injuries. He would be notable addition for the Knicks in the wake of Ariel Hukporti’s (knee) incoming multi-week absence as well as the huge workloads that Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns endure.

Key Storylines for the Night

This year’s third matchup of Minnesota vs. Dončić will take place for the first time in Purple and Gold. It’s a new chapter to a budding rivalry after the Slovenian phenom ended Minnesota’s playoff run in the Western Conference Finals last year.Denver and Milwaukee will match up for the first time this year. These teams last played each other in February of 2024, with Antetokounmpo registering 36 points, 18 rebounds, five assists, three steals and two blocks in a 17-point victory.The Warriors are 6-1 since adding Jimmy Butler and will look to continue their momentum versus the Magic.