Curry’s Second-Half Surge Lifts Warriors Over Thunder
Stephen Curry rebounded from a four-point first half with five second-half 3-pointers, leading the Golden State Warriors to a 116-109 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Andrew Wiggins scored a team-high 27 points, while Kevon Looney added 18 off the bench. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put up a season-high 52 points, but it wasn’t enough to prevent OKC from losing for the second time in three meetings with Golden State this season.
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Raptors Dominate Wizards for Fifth Straight Win
Scottie Barnes scored 24 points as the Toronto Raptors crushed the Washington Wizards 106-82 on the road. Barnes recorded his fourth consecutive 20-point game, while Jakob Poeltl contributed 12 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. Kyle Kuzma led the Wizards with 19 points and 10 rebounds as Washington dropped its 15th straight game.
Porzingis’ Big Night Propels Celtics Past Bulls
Kristaps Porzingis scored a season-high 34 points with 11 rebounds to power the Boston Celtics to a 122-100 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Jaylen Brown added 28 points, while Derrick White chipped in with 22. Boston took advantage of Chicago missing Zach LaVine, who sat out with an injury.
Brunson Shines as Knicks Down Nuggets
Jalen Brunson recorded 30 points and 15 assists, helping the New York Knicks extend their winning streak to five with a 122-112 win over the Denver Nuggets. OG Anunoby added 23 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds. Jamal Murray led Denver with 33 points, but Nikola Jokic was limited to 17 points due to early foul trouble.
Mitchell, Mobley Power Cavaliers Over Heat
Donovan Mitchell dropped 34 points and Evan Mobley collected 22 points and 15 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers rolled past the Miami Heat 126-106. Cleveland dominated in the paint with a 68-38 scoring advantage. Terry Rozier and Tyler Herro each scored 22 points for Miami, which has lost six of its past nine games.
Mavericks Hold Off Pelicans in High-Scoring Thriller
P.J. Washington had a double-double with 25 points and 14 rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks edged the New Orleans Pelicans 137-136. Daniel Gafford contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving added 25 points. Trey Murphy III led the Pelicans with 32 points, and Zion Williamson had 29, but New Orleans fell for the fourth straight time.
Timberwolves Rally to Beat Suns in Physical Matchup
Anthony Edwards scored 33 points and Nickeil Alexander-Walker added 23 off the bench as the Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 121-113 road win over the Phoenix Suns. Julius Randle put up 28 points, while Devin Booker led the Suns with 28 points and eight assists in a game that featured multiple technical fouls.
Maxey’s 30-Point Night Leads 76ers Past Kings
Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points and dished out eight assists to guide the Philadelphia 76ers to a 117-104 home win over the Sacramento Kings. Kelly Oubre Jr. added 15 points for the Sixers, who were without Joel Embiid and Paul George. Malik Monk led Sacramento with 21 points, while Domantas Sabonis notched his third straight triple-double.
Nets Snap Losing Streak With Win Over Hornets
Keon Johnson scored 18 points as the Brooklyn Nets ended their seven-game skid with a 104-83 road victory over the Charlotte Hornets. Jalen Wilson contributed 15 points, while Nic Claxton finished with 12 points, eight rebounds, and six blocks. Miles Bridges led Charlotte with 23 points and 13 rebounds.
Leonard, Clippers Pull Away Late to Beat Spurs
Kawhi Leonard scored a season-high 27 points, while Ivica Zubac dominated the glass with 21 points and 22 rebounds as the Los Angeles Clippers topped the San Antonio Spurs 128-116. Victor Wembanyama recorded 23 points and 12 rebounds for the Spurs, who lost for the fifth time in six games.
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Siakam, Haliburton Lead Pacers Over Pistons
Pascal Siakam exploded for a season-high 37 points, and Tyrese Haliburton added 30 as the Indiana Pacers overcame a feisty challenge from the Detroit Pistons in a 133-119 win. Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 32 points, but Isaiah Stewart was ejected for a flagrant foul in the second quarter.