Mavericks 116, Rockets 105 – Davis Impresses in Dallas Debut
Anthony Davis made an immediate impact in his first game with Dallas, putting up 26 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists, and three blocks before leaving with an abdominal injury.
The Mavs acquired Davis in a blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers on Feb. 1. Max Christie, another former Laker, scored 23 points off the bench, while Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson added 13 each.
For Houston, Alperen Sengun was out, and Jalen Green led with 22 points.
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Lakers 124, Pacers 117 – Reaves Erupts for Career-High 45
With LeBron James out due to ankle soreness, Austin Reaves put on a show, scoring 45 points (14-26 FG, 13-13 FT), adding seven rebounds and seven assists.
Rui Hachimura contributed 24 points and nine boards as the Lakers won their fifth straight.
Pascal Siakam (23 points) and Tyrese Haliburton (19 points) led the Pacers, who have lost two of three.
Thunder 125, Grizzlies 112 – SGA Keeps Streak Alive
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led OKC with 32 points, extending his 20+ point game streak to 20.
Aaron Wiggins added 26 points and 11 rebounds, while Jalen Williams scored 25.
For Memphis, Desmond Bane had 20 points, but Jaren Jackson Jr. (19 points) saw his nine-game 20+ point streak end.
Nuggets 122, Suns 105 – Denver Rolls as Jokic Nearly Triple-Doubles
Jamal Murray caught fire, hitting six 3s and finishing with 30 points, while Nikola Jokic had 26 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists as Denver won its sixth straight.
For Phoenix, Devin Booker had 24 points, but the Suns dropped their fourth game in five tries.
Warriors 132, Bulls 111 – Curry, Butler Power Comeback
Steph Curry scored 34 points, Jimmy Butler added 25 in his Golden State debut, and the Warriors erased a 24-point deficit in the third quarter.
Coby White led Chicago with 27 points, but the Bulls struggled in the second half, scoring only 42 points.
Celtics 131, Knicks 104 – Tatum Drops 40, Boston Takes Season Series
Jayson Tatum exploded for 40 points, including 19 in the third quarter, as the Celtics dominated the Knicks.
Luke Kornet (14 points, 12 rebounds) stepped up in Kristaps Porzingis’ absence, while Payton Pritchard scored 25 off the bench.
Jalen Brunson led New York with 36 points, but the Knicks have now been outscored 263-213 in two matchups vs. Boston.
Clippers 130, Jazz 110 – LA Snaps Losing Streak
Ivica Zubac (26 points, 15 rebounds) and James Harden (23 points, 17 assists) dominated, helping the Clippers end a three-game losing skid.
Jordan Clarkson (24 points) and Keyonte George (21) led Utah, which has now lost 11 of its past 13.
Hawks 125, Wizards 111 – Young Dishes 14 Assists in Win
Trae Young recorded 35 points and 14 assists, leading Atlanta past Washington.
Bub Carrington (23 points) and Jordan Poole (21) led the Wizards, who have lost two straight.
Magic 112, Spurs 111 – Banchero Clutch in Final Seconds
Paolo Banchero hit the game-winner with 25.3 seconds left, finishing with 17 points as Orlando edged San Antonio.
Franz Wagner had a game-high 33 points, while Devin Vassell led the Spurs with 25.
Timberwolves 114, Trail Blazers 98 – McDaniels Leads Short-Handed Wolves
Jaden McDaniels (30 points, 10 rebounds) and Naz Reid (23 points) stepped up for a Minnesota team missing Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley.
For Portland, Anfernee Simons led with 21 points, but the Blazers’ six-game win streak came to an end.
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Kings 123, Pelicans 118 – LaVine, Sabonis Lift Sacramento
Zach LaVine scored 22 points in his second game with Sacramento, while Domantas Sabonis dominated with 27 points and 16 rebounds as the Kings snapped a two-game skid.
Zion Williamson had a season-high 40 points, but New Orleans lost its eighth straight.
