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.