NBA Player Chokes Opponent, Joel Embiid’s Backup’s Sad Injury, and More From NBA Preseason

The NBA preseason featured multiple dramatic moments, including an altercation between John Collins and Dillon Brooks. During the Detroit Pistons' 109-107 win over the Phoenix Suns, Collins grabbed Brooks around the throat after contact on a rebound, resulting in a Flagrant 1 foul for Collins and a technical foul for Brooks. Meanwhile, Philadelphia 76ers backup center Ariel Hukporti exited against the New York Knicks with a non-contact right lower leg injury requiring Achilles imaging.

Elsewhere, Luka Doncic scored 21 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings before sitting out the second half due to a minor quad contusion. Additionally, Lakers rookie Bronny James earned praise from three-time NBA champion Danny Green for his defensive effort and perimeter contests.