Knicks Extend Winning Streak to Nine with Victory Over Jazz
Josh Hart notched his second straight triple-double, and Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his third consecutive game with at least 30 points and 10 rebounds as the New York Knicks secured a 119-103 victory over the Utah Jazz.
Despite missing Jalen Brunson (calf) and Miles McBride (hamstring), the Knicks showcased depth and resilience. Hart delivered 15 points, 14 rebounds, and 12 assists, while Towns finished with 31 points and 21 rebounds, joining Knicks legends Bob McAdoo and Patrick Ewing in an exclusive statistical club.
Collin Sexton and Jordan Clarkson each scored 25 points for the Jazz, who suffered their fifth straight loss.
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Kings Rally to Overtake 76ers
Malik Monk’s late heroics and De’Aaron Fox’s game-high 35 points powered the Sacramento Kings to a dramatic 113-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. The Kings scored the final 15 points of the game, with Monk’s go-ahead layup breaking a tie in the closing seconds.
Domantas Sabonis grabbed 21 rebounds and added 17 points to support the Kings’ efforts. Philadelphia, missing Joel Embiid, was led by Eric Gordon’s 14 points.
Raptors Snap Losing Streak with Win Over Nets
Scottie Barnes exploded for 33 points and 13 rebounds as the Toronto Raptors ended an 11-game losing streak by defeating the Brooklyn Nets 130-113.
Immanuel Quickley returned from injury to contribute 21 points and 15 assists for the Raptors. Brooklyn’s D’Angelo Russell scored 22 points off the bench in his first game since being traded from the Lakers.
Jokic Powers Nuggets Past Hawks
Nikola Jokic registered his 14th triple-double of the season with 23 points, 17 rebounds, and 15 assists, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 139-120 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.
Russell Westbrook and Michael Porter Jr. added 16 and 21 points, respectively, as Denver surpassed 130 points for the fourth straight game. Trae Young scored 30 points for Atlanta, which saw its four-game winning streak snapped.
Rockets Defeat Mavericks Behind Sengun and Whitmore
Cam Whitmore’s 18 points off the bench and Alperen Sengun’s 23 points fueled the Houston Rockets to a 110-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
The Mavericks, playing without Luka Doncic (calf) and losing P.J. Washington to a knee injury during the game, relied on Klay Thompson and Kyrie Irving, who scored 16 points apiece.
Wizards Top Bulls Behind Poole’s 30 Points
Jordan Poole returned from a hip injury to lead the Washington Wizards to a 125-107 victory over the Chicago Bulls.
Justin Champagnie and Carlton Carrington added support for Washington, while Zach LaVine scored a game-high 32 points for Chicago.
Heat Hand Pelicans Their 11th Straight Loss
Tyler Herro’s 32 points and Bam Adebayo’s near triple-double propelled the Miami Heat to a 119-108 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Trey Murphy III scored 34 points for the Pelicans, who have now lost 20 of their last 21 games.
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Pistons Defeat Magic Despite Ivey’s Injury
Jaden Ivey scored 22 points before suffering a leg injury in the fourth quarter as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic 105-96.
Cade Cunningham contributed 19 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds for Detroit. Jalen Suggs led Orlando with 24 points in the loss.
