Thunder Extend Streak to Six with Nail-Biting Win Over Clippers
The Oklahoma City Thunder continued their impressive run by defeating the Los Angeles Clippers 103-101 on Tuesday night. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, facing his former team, led the Thunder with 26 points while Aaron Wiggins chipped in 19 points to secure Oklahoma City’s sixth consecutive victory.
Kawhi Leonard posted a double-double with 25 points and 10 rebounds for the Clippers, while James Harden added 17 points. Despite a late push, the Clippers couldn’t capitalize on multiple opportunities to take the lead in the final 22 seconds, missing crucial shots from Norman Powell and Leonard. Gilgeous-Alexander then sealed the game with two free throws with three seconds left.
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Cavaliers Snap Skid with Dominant Win Over Jazz
Jarrett Allen scored 18 points to help the Cleveland Cavaliers break their four-game losing streak by defeating the Utah Jazz 120-91. De’Andre Hunter added 15 points, while Evan Mobley made a significant impact with 11 points, 11 rebounds, and three blocks.
Darius Garland and Ty Jerome both scored 12 points, helping Cleveland secure their first win in over a week. The Jazz, struggling mightily, lost for the 12th time in their last 13 games. Kyle Filipowski had a solid performance with 18 points and 13 rebounds, but Utah’s shooting woes continued, managing just 36% from the field.
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Hawks Stay Hot, Topple 76ers for Third Straight Win
The Atlanta Hawks continued their winning ways, taking down the Philadelphia 76ers 132-119 for their third consecutive victory. Trae Young was the star, posting 28 points and dishing out 12 assists for his 42nd double-double of the season.
Rookie sensation Zaccharie Risacher contributed 22 points, while Georges Niang dropped 20 off the bench. Despite a strong showing from Quentin Grimes with 26 points for the 76ers, Philadelphia has now dropped four straight games and is struggling to stay in the playoff picture.
Wiggins Leads Heat to Much-Needed Win Over Hornets
Andrew Wiggins exploded for a season-high 42 points, including 15 in the third quarter, to power the Miami Heat past the Charlotte Hornets 122-105. The victory snapped Miami’s dismal 10-game losing streak, marking their first win since early March.
Tyler Herro played through a hip contusion to add 29 points, while Bam Adebayo, battling a knee injury, contributed 11 points. The Hornets got 18 points and 11 assists from LaMelo Ball but couldn’t keep pace with the hot-shooting Heat.
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Pistons Edge Pelicans Behind Ron Holland’s Big Night
Rookie Ron Holland tied his career high with 26 points as the Detroit Pistons defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 136-130. Jalen Duren was a force on the boards with 22 points and 12 rebounds.
The Pelicans put up a strong fight, with CJ McCollum pouring in 40 points. However, the absence of Zion Williamson (back contusion) continued to haunt New Orleans, and Cade Cunningham was also sidelined for Detroit with a calf injury.
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Spurs Rout Raptors for Third Straight Victory
The San Antonio Spurs put on a clinic in a 123-89 thrashing of the Toronto Raptors. Devin Vassell led the way with 25 points, including 12 in the third quarter. Julian Champagnie added 20 points, while Stephon Castle and Sandro Mamukelashvili chipped in with 15 and 13, respectively.
Scottie Barnes paced Toronto with 22 points, but the Raptors’ four-game losing streak continued as they failed to keep up with the surging Spurs.
Nuggets Halt Rockets’ Streak with Murray’s 39 Points
Jamal Murray scored 17 of his 39 points in the third quarter as the Denver Nuggets snapped the Houston Rockets’ nine-game winning streak with a 116-111 road win. Murray’s big night carried Denver closer to securing a top spot in the Western Conference.
Jalen Green led Houston with 30 points, while Dillon Brooks added 21 points, including five 3-pointers. Despite their strong effort, the Rockets couldn’t overcome Murray’s hot shooting.
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