NBA Roundup – March 21, 2024

Celtics Outlast Bucks, Extend Winning Streak to Seven

• The Boston Celtics secured a hard-fought 122-119 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, extending their winning streak to seven games.
• Jayson Tatum led the Celtics’ charge with 31 points and eight rebounds, supported by Derrick White’s 23 points and eight assists.
• Despite a late surge from the Bucks, who were missing Giannis Antetokounmpo due to injury, Boston held on for the win, maintaining their home winning streak.

Suns Overpower 76ers Behind Allen’s Sharpshooting

• Grayson Allen’s nine 3-pointers propelled the Phoenix Suns to a commanding 115-102 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
• Allen finished with a season-high 32 points, while Devin Booker contributed 18 points, 11 assists, and nine rebounds.
• Kevin Durant surpassed Shaquille O’Neal on the NBA’s all-time scoring list, but it wasn’t enough to lift the 76ers, whose two-game winning streak came to an end.

Late Heroics Lift Heat Over Cavaliers

• Terry Rozier’s clutch play down the stretch, including a game-winning step-back 3-pointer, propelled the Miami Heat to a narrow 107-104 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
• Despite missing key players, including Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley, the Cavaliers mounted a spirited comeback behind Georges Niang’s 18 points and Jarrett Allen’s double-double.
• Rozier’s heroics ensured Miami maintained their advantage, securing the victory on the road.

Pacers Cruise Past Pistons

• Pascal Siakam’s stellar performance, coupled with strong contributions from Tyrese Haliburton and Aaron Nesmith, powered the Indiana Pacers to a commanding 122-103 victory over the Detroit Pistons.
• Cade Cunningham led the Pistons’ effort with 23 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Pacers’ balanced attack.
• The win extends Indiana’s road trip on a positive note, while the Pistons continue to struggle with their fourth consecutive loss.

Thunder Prevail Over Jazz Behind Holmgren’s Dominance

• Chet Holmgren’s 35-point explosion guided the Oklahoma City Thunder to a convincing 119-107 win over the struggling Utah Jazz.
• Holmgren’s stellar performance, supported by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 31 points, propelled the Thunder to their third consecutive victory.
• Despite Collin Sexton’s 25 points for the Jazz, they couldn’t contain Oklahoma City’s late surge, suffering their third straight loss.

Sabonis Leads Kings Past Raptors

• Domantas Sabonis’ triple-double, coupled with De’Aaron Fox’s scoring prowess, propelled the Sacramento Kings to a dominant 123-89 victory over the Toronto Raptors.
• Sabonis recorded his 24th triple-double of the season, extending his impressive streak, while Fox contributed 20 points to the Kings’ cause.
• Despite Gary Trent Jr.’s 18 points for the Raptors, they were unable to halt Sacramento’s momentum, suffering their eighth consecutive loss.

Warriors Outgun Grizzlies Behind Kuminga’s Heroics

• Jonathan Kuminga’s 26-point performance led the Golden State Warriors to a convincing 137-116 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
• Kuminga’s scoring outburst, supported by contributions from Klay Thompson and Andrew Wiggins, propelled the Warriors to a decisive victory.
• Despite GG Jackson II’s 35 points for the Grizzlies, they couldn’t contain Golden State’s offensive firepower, suffering their fourth consecutive loss.

Clippers Cruise Past Blazers

• Paul George’s 27-point effort, combined with Kawhi Leonard’s scoring output, guided the Los Angeles Clippers to a comfortable 116-103 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.
• James Harden’s double-double performance fueled the Clippers’ success, as they secured their third consecutive win over the Trail Blazers this season.
• Despite efforts from Scoot Henderson and Kris Murray, the Blazers couldn’t overcome the Clippers’ balanced attack, suffering their fourth straight loss.