In a thrilling night of NBA action on March 6, the Cleveland Cavaliers stunned the Boston Celtics with a remarkable comeback, while the Brooklyn Nets rallied past the Philadelphia 76ers. Here’s a roundup of the key games:
Cavaliers vs. Celtics: 105-104
The short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off a jaw-dropping comeback against the Boston Celtics, erasing a 22-point deficit in the fourth quarter. Dean Wade led the charge with 23 points, including an astounding 20 points in the final quarter, while Jarrett Allen contributed 21 points and 12 rebounds. Despite the Celtics’ efforts, including Jayson Tatum’s 26 points and 13 rebounds, Cleveland emerged victorious, ending Boston’s 11-game winning streak.
Suns vs. Nuggets: 117-107 (OT)
The Phoenix Suns survived a scare from the Denver Nuggets in overtime, securing a hard-fought victory. Kevin Durant showcased his brilliance with 35 points, including eight crucial points in overtime, while Grayson Allen added 28 points, sinking eight 3-pointers. Despite Jamal Murray’s 28 points and Nikola Jokic’s double-double (25 points, 16 rebounds), the Nuggets couldn’t overcome Phoenix’s resilience.
Pelicans vs. Raptors: 139-98
Trey Murphy III delivered a scintillating performance off the bench, tying a career-high with 10 3-pointers en route to 34 points, leading the New Orleans Pelicans to a dominant win over the Toronto Raptors. Herbert Jones chipped in 17 points, while Zion Williamson contributed 16 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds. The Raptors struggled to contain the Pelicans’ offensive onslaught, with Immanuel Quickley’s 17 points proving insufficient.
Rockets vs. Spurs: 114-101
Alperen Sengun produced a sensational performance for the Houston Rockets, amassing 45 points, 16 rebounds, and five steals, leading his team to a convincing victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Fred VanVleet and Jalen Green contributed a combined 44 points for the Rockets, overshadowing Devin Vassell’s 22-point effort for the Spurs.
Hawks vs. Knicks: 116-100
Jalen Johnson led the Atlanta Hawks to a commanding win over the undermanned New York Knicks, registering 26 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists. De’Andre Hunter and Dejounte Murray provided ample support with 22 and 21 points, respectively, as the Hawks snapped a two-game losing streak. Despite Donte DiVincenzo’s 21 points for the Knicks, they couldn’t contain Atlanta’s offensive firepower.