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Magic Complete Record-Setting Comeback Over Heat
Holding Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic staged a historic rally from a 22-point deficit at the start of the final period to beat the Heat 121-114. Cole Anthony led the charge with a season-high 35 points and nine assists off the bench, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 24 points. The Magic’s defense shut down Miami’s offense in the fourth quarter, erasing a 25-point first-half deficit. Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro contributed strong performances for Miami, but the Heat ultimately fell short.
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Tatum’s Triple-Double Leads Celtics Past Bulls
Jayson Tatum delivered a dominant triple-double, posting 43 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists to guide the Boston Celtics to a 123-98 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Kristaps Porzingis added 22 points, and Jaylen Brown contributed 19 as the Celtics rebounded from their previous loss. Chicago struggled offensively in the second half, with Nikola Vucevic leading the team with 19 points and 10 rebounds.
LeBron, Lakers Sweep Kings in Road Series
LeBron James scored 32 points, along with seven rebounds, six assists, and four steals, to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 103-99 win over the Sacramento Kings. D’Angelo Russell added 20 points off the bench, and Anthony Davis chipped in with 15 rebounds. De’Aaron Fox was the standout for Sacramento with 31 points, but the Kings couldn’t capitalize on their long-range shooting advantage.
Pistons Snap Streak, Outlast Suns in High-Scoring Clash
Cade Cunningham’s 28 points and 13 assists powered the Detroit Pistons to a 133-125 victory over the Phoenix Suns, ending a seven-game losing streak against them. Kevin Durant scored a season-high 43 points for the Suns, who were missing Devin Booker due to a groin injury. Jaden Ivey and Malik Beasley also contributed key performances for the Pistons.
Brunson’s Second-Half Explosion Propels Knicks Over Pelicans
Jalen Brunson scored a season-high 39 points, including 29 in the second half, to lift the New York Knicks to a 104-93 comeback win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The Knicks erased a 14-point third-quarter deficit with a dominant 37-13 run. Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 26 points, but the Pelicans extended their losing streak to six games.
Wembanyama’s Double-Double Powers Spurs to Victory Over Blazers
Victor Wembanyama tallied 30 points and tied his career high with 10 blocked shots to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 114-94 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Charles Bassey contributed a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Shaedon Sharpe scored 25 points for Portland, but the team’s struggles continued with another loss.
Portis Shines in Short-Handed Bucks’ Win Over Wizards
Bobby Portis scored a season-high 34 points, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a 112-101 victory over the Washington Wizards. Khris Middleton added 18 points as the Bucks played without Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. Jordan Poole paced the Wizards with 26 points, while Bilal Coulibaly posted a double-double with 20 points and 12 rebounds.
Curry Leads Warriors to Road Win Over Timberwolves
Stephen Curry recorded 31 points and 10 assists to guide the Golden State Warriors to a 113-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Trayce Jackson-Davis added 15 points and nine rebounds as the Warriors snapped a three-game losing streak. Anthony Edwards struggled with his shooting, scoring 19 points on 6-for-20 from the field.
Pippen Shines in Morant’s Absence as Grizzlies Top Hawks
Scotty Pippen Jr. stepped up for the Memphis Grizzlies, scoring 22 points and adding nine assists in place of Ja Morant to lead a 128-112 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Desmond Bane added 23 points for Memphis. De’Andre Hunter led Atlanta with 26 points off the bench, but the Hawks dropped their third straight game.
Cavalicks Bounce Back Against Clippers
Quentin Grimes scored a team-high 20 points off the bench, and Kyrie Irving added 15 as the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 113-97. Norman Powell led the Clippers with 28 points, but Los Angeles couldn’t overcome a strong performance by Dallas, which avenged a previous loss to the Clippers.
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Markkanen Leads Jazz to Win Over Nets
Lauri Markkanen scored 14 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter, helping the Utah Jazz defeat the Brooklyn Nets 105-94. The Jazz held Brooklyn to under 100 points for just the second time this season. Cameron Johnson led the Nets with 18 points, while Ben Simmons recorded his first double-double of the season with 15 points and 10 assists.
