Porzingis Leads Celtics Over Knicks in OT Thriller
Kristaps Porzingis erupted for 34 points and tied his career high with eight 3-pointers as the Boston Celtics edged the New York Knicks 119-117 in overtime. Boston secured a regular-season sweep of the Knicks for the first time since 2019-20 and locked in the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference.
Jayson Tatum added 32 points while Jrue Holiday sealed the win with clutch free throws. The Knicks, led by Karl-Anthony Towns (34 pts) and Jalen Brunson (27 pts), need one more win or a Pacers loss to lock up the No. 3 seed.
Thunder Top Lakers; Break Franchise Wins Record
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 42 points to guide Oklahoma City to a 136-120 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, breaking the franchise’s single-season wins record. The Lakers lost momentum after Luka Doncic was ejected early in the fourth quarter.
Bucks Rally Late, Stun Timberwolves
Giannis Antetokounmpo posted a triple-double as the Milwaukee Bucks came back from 24 points down to beat Minnesota 110-103. Bobby Portis returned from suspension and contributed 18 points and 10 rebounds. Milwaukee outscored the Timberwolves 40-13 in the final quarter.
Warriors Destroy Suns in Crucial Win
Stephen Curry led the Golden State Warriors to a commanding 133-95 win over the Phoenix Suns, tallying 25 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Brandin Podziemski added 22 as the Warriors surged into a four-way tie for the West’s fourth seed.
Clippers Hold Off Spurs
Ivica Zubac logged a massive 24-point, 20-rebound game to help the LA Clippers down the San Antonio Spurs 122-117. James Harden dished out 12 assists and scored 21 points. San Antonio has now lost eight of its last nine.
Banchero, Magic Beat Hawks
Paolo Banchero recorded 33 points and 10 rebounds in Orlando’s 119-112 win over Atlanta. Franz Wagner added 22 as the Magic strengthened their grip on the No. 7 seed. Onyeka Okongwu had 30 points and 14 rebounds in the loss.
Nets Edge Pelicans Behind Watford
Trendon Watford scored 22 points, leading the Brooklyn Nets past the New Orleans Pelicans 119-114. Drew Timme and Dariq Whitehead came off the bench to combine for 30 points.
Grizzlies Cruise, But Lose Wells to Injury
Ja Morant scored 28 as the Memphis Grizzlies beat Charlotte 124-100. However, rookie Jaylen Wells suffered a broken wrist after a scary fall and was stretchered off. Zach Edey posted 17 points and 19 rebounds in the win.
Pacers Edge Wizards for Fifth Straight Win
Pascal Siakam tallied 24 points to help the Indiana Pacers overcome a slow start in a 104-98 victory over Washington. Indiana now has a shot at the No. 3 seed if the Knicks stumble down the stretch.
