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Joel Embiid Returns, Leads 76ers Past Bulls
Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to post 31 points and 12 rebounds, helping the Philadelphia 76ers to a 108-100 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Embiid’s efforts led the 76ers (4-1 in their last five games) as he managed a left knee injury.
Tyrese Maxey recorded his first career triple-double with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 14 assists. Despite Zach LaVine’s 30 points and Chicago’s 19 made three-pointers, the Bulls couldn’t overcome their early 19-point deficit, losing their second straight.
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Nuggets Dominate Hawks Behind Jokic’s 48 Points
Nikola Jokic poured in 48 points, 14 rebounds, and eight assists as the Denver Nuggets defeated the Atlanta Hawks 141-111. Jokic followed up a career-high 56-point game by setting the pace early, scoring 25 points by halftime.
Michael Porter Jr. added 26 points and seven rebounds for Denver, which snapped Atlanta’s six-game winning streak. De’Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 20 points.
Wembanyama Shines as Spurs Top Pelicans
Victor Wembanyama scored 25 points, including the final seven for San Antonio, in a 121-116 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Chris Paul’s 10 assists moved him into second place on the NBA’s all-time assists list with 12,099, behind John Stockton.
Trey Murphy III paced New Orleans with 25 points, but the Pelicans (1-11 in their last 12) couldn’t close the gap late.
Bucks Rally to Beat Nets Behind Giannis’ 34 Points
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 34 points, and Bobby Portis added 23 as the Milwaukee Bucks rallied to defeat the Brooklyn Nets 118-113. Portis hit a clutch three-pointer to give the Bucks the lead with just over two minutes remaining.
Dennis Schroder tallied 34 points and 11 assists for Brooklyn, but the Nets couldn’t hold a 12-point lead from late in the third quarter.
Hornets Snap Skid with Win Over Pacers
Brandon Miller scored 26 points as the Charlotte Hornets ended their eight-game losing streak with a 113-109 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
T.J. McConnell had a career-high 30 points off the bench for Indiana, but it wasn’t enough as Charlotte’s Vasilije Micic contributed 18 points and nine assists.
Herro Leads Heat to Victory Over Cavaliers
Tyler Herro erupted for 34 points, including 19 in the third quarter, as the Miami Heat defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 122-113. Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo combined for 34 points and 19 rebounds in the win.
Darius Garland led Cleveland with 23 points, while Donovan Mitchell struggled with just 12 points on 5-for-16 shooting.
Magic Stay Unbeaten at Home, Defeat Suns
Jalen Suggs scored 26 points, including 14 in the fourth quarter, to lead the Orlando Magic to a 115-110 win over the Phoenix Suns. Orlando (10-0 at home) overcame the absence of Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner.
Devin Booker led Phoenix with 25 points, but the Suns couldn’t contain Orlando’s balanced attack.
Grizzlies Rout Wizards Behind Jackson’s Big Night
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 21 points and recorded four blocks as the Memphis Grizzlies cruised past the Washington Wizards 140-112. Memphis saw seven players score in double figures, led by Santi Aldama’s 19 points off the bench.
Jonas Valanciunas led the Wizards with 20 points and 14 rebounds.
Warriors Shut Down Timberwolves Late for Victory
Stephen Curry scored 30 points, and Golden State held Minnesota scoreless for the final 4:46 to secure a 114-106 win. Buddy Hield added 27 points for the Warriors, while Gary Payton II delivered key defensive stops late.
Anthony Edwards led Minnesota with 28 points, but the Timberwolves couldn’t score after Edwards’ go-ahead three-pointer late in the fourth quarter.
Rockets Overcome Clippers Behind Green’s 31 Points
Jalen Green scored 31 points and Amen Thompson added 22 as the Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 117-106. Dillon Brooks contributed 19 points for Houston, which snapped a two-game skid.
Ivica Zubac recorded 21 points and 12 rebounds for the Clippers, who were without James Harden due to a groin injury.
Kings Blow Out Jazz in Sacramento
Kevin Huerter scored 26 points off the bench and De’Aaron Fox added 21 as the Sacramento Kings routed the Utah Jazz 141-97. Huerter shot 10-for-14, including six three-pointers, as the Kings (10-5) overwhelmed Utah.
Keyonte George led the Jazz with 25 points.
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Lakers Cruise Past Trail Blazers Without LeBron
Anthony Davis tallied 30 points, 11 rebounds, and five blocks to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 107-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. D’Angelo Russell added season highs of 28 points and 14 assists as the Lakers snapped a three-game losing streak.
Shaedon Sharpe scored 19 points, and Deandre Ayton grabbed 19 rebounds for Portland, which dropped its fourth straight game.
