Simons’ buzzer-beating layup gives the Blazers a 122-120 win over the Nuggets
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Simons’ buzzer-beating layup gives the Blazers a 122-120 win over the Nuggets

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PORTLAND, Ore. — Anfernee Simons made a driving layup at the buzzer to give the Portland Trail Blazers a 122-120 victory over Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night. Key moment Denver trailed by 17 points at the start of the fourth quarter but rallied to take a two-point lead on Michael Porter Jr.'s dunk with just under a minute remaining. Simons and Sharpe made two free throws each to put Portland back on top before Jokic tied it on a layup with 16.8 seconds left. Key stat Portland shot 46.4% to Denver’s 54%, but the Blazers got to the foul line more often and made five more free throws on the night.

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NBA Roundup: Nikola Jokic finishes with triple-double to lift Denver Nuggets in OT
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NBA Roundup: Nikola Jokic finishes with triple-double to lift Denver Nuggets in OT

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Nikola Jokic overcame a slow start to finish with a triple-double and the visiting Denver Nuggets rebounded from a 17-point deficit to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 132-129 in overtime Sunday night. Rockets 114, Raptors 110 Dillon Brooks scored 27 points, Jalen Green added 22 and Houston rallied past host Toronto, sending the Raptors to their seventh straight loss. Pacers …

Jokic overcomes slow start for triple-double in the Nuggets’ 132-129 OT win over the Pelicans
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Jokic overcomes slow start for triple-double in the Nuggets’ 132-129 OT win over the Pelicans

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Nikola Jokic overcame a slow scoring start for his ninth triple-double of the season, finishing with 27 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists in the Denver Nuggets’ 132-129 overtime victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night. The Pelicans led 107-98 with 7:50 left in regulation, but Jokic scored seven points in a 15-2 Denver run …

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Klay Thompson lead Mavericks’ charge past Warriors
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NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Klay Thompson lead Mavericks’ charge past Warriors

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic scored a game-high 45 points as part of a triple-double, Klay Thompson turned back the clock with seven 3-pointers, and the Dallas Mavericks avenged an NBA Cup loss to the Golden State Warriors with a 143-133 victory on Sunday night in San Francisco. Pacers 119, Pelicans 104 Pascal Siakam scored a game-high 22 points, helping lead Indiana to …

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
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NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to provide 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers held off the host Chicago Bulls for a 108-100 win in the NBA on Sunday afternoon. Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 25 points, with CJ McCollum adding 19, Dejounte Murray racking up 18 points and 11 assists and Yves Missi …

Without LeBron James, Lakers roll past Trail Blazers 107-98 to end 3-game skid
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Without LeBron James, Lakers roll past Trail Blazers 107-98 to end 3-game skid

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis scored 30 points and had 11 rebounds, D’Angelo Russell added 28 points with 14 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-98 on Sunday night without LeBron James. With James missing his first game of the season because of a left foot contusion, Max Christie started his second game for the …

John Collins scores 20 points, Jazz snap 5-game skid with 141-99 victory over the Trail Blazers
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John Collins scores 20 points, Jazz snap 5-game skid with 141-99 victory over the Trail Blazers

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PORTLAND, Ore. — John Collins scored 20 points, Keyonte George had 17 and the Utah Jazz snapped a five-game losing streak with a 141-99 rout of the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. Trail Blazers: Portland was without Scoot Henderson for the fifth straight game because of a left quad contusion. Key Mmment Collin Sexton passed to Collins for a …

Jonathan Kuminga scores career-high 33 points, Warriors beat Rockets 99-93 to snap 5-game skid
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Jonathan Kuminga scores career-high 33 points, Warriors beat Rockets 99-93 to snap 5-game skid

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SAN FRANCISCO — Jonathan Kuminga scored a career-high 33 points and made two crucial layups over the final 1:04, and the Golden State Warriors snapped a five-game losing streak by beating the Houston Rockets 99-93 on Thursday night. Andrew Wiggins added 23 points and Brandin Podziemski grabbed 12 rebounds for the Warriors in the opening game of a home back-to-back. …

Ingram scores 29 points and healthier Pelicans top the Suns 126-124 to snap a 9-game skid
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Ingram scores 29 points and healthier Pelicans top the Suns 126-124 to snap a 9-game skid

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Brandon Ingram scored 29 points in his return from a five-game absence, Herb Jones capped off his first game back from a shoulder injury by blocking Devin Booker’s last-second shot, and the New Orleans Pelicans snapped a nine-game losing streak with a 126-124 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night. CJ McCollum scored 25 points, but …

Irving pours in 30 and Grimes scores 24 as Dallas wins again without Doncic, 106-94 over Utah
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Irving pours in 30 and Grimes scores 24 as Dallas wins again without Doncic, 106-94 over Utah

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SALT LAKE CITY — Kyrie Irving scored 30 points and Quentin Grimes had 24 points to power the short-handed Dallas Mavericks over the Utah Jazz 106-94 on Saturday night. Washington had 16 points and 10 rebounds for the Mavericks, who have won four of five games — all without Doncic. Takeaways Mavericks: Dallas made everything look easy when they were …

Portland State earns 71-68 victory against Utah Tech
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Portland State earns 71-68 victory against Utah Tech

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! PORTLAND, Ore. — Jaylin Henderson had 22 points in Portland State’s 71-68 win over Utah Tech on Saturday night. Terri Miller Jr. made a pair of free throws to give Portland State a 70-68 lead with 1:24 left. Utah Tech then missed its last two …

Trail Blazers beat Kings 115-106 to stay alive in NBA Cup
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Trail Blazers beat Kings 115-106 to stay alive in NBA Cup

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PORTLAND, Ore. — Deandre Ayton had 26 points and nine rebounds to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 115-106 victory over the Sacramento Kings in an NBA Cup game on Friday night. Anfernee Simons added 21 points and nine assists and Deni Avdija had 20 points and nine rebounds for the Blazers. Takeaways Kings: Sacramento lost despite attempting five …

Portland plays Sacramento, aims for 4th straight home win
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Portland plays Sacramento, aims for 4th straight home win

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Sacramento Kings vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Kings -5; over/under is 224.5 BOTTOM LINE: Portland hosts Sacramento looking to extend its three-game home winning streak. The Kings average 11.3 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.1 fewer made shots on average than the 13.4 per game the Trail Blazers allow. LAST 10 …

Jokic leads the Nuggets to a 122-103 win over the Jazz
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Jokic leads the Nuggets to a 122-103 win over the Jazz

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SALT LAKE CITY — Nikola Jokic had 30 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 122-103 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Jokic scored 19 points on 8-of-10 shooting in the first quarter alone to rally Denver from an early 12-point deficit. Jamal Murray added 22 points, eight assists and four steals …

Morant finishes with 22 points and 11 assists in his return as Grizzlies beat Trail Blazers 123-98
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Morant finishes with 22 points and 11 assists in his return as Grizzlies beat Trail Blazers 123-98

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant had 22 points and 11 assists in his return to the lineup after missing eight games with a hip injury, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 123-98 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Shaedon Sharpe added 15 points for the Trail Blazers, who lost for the third time in four games. Takeaways …

Jokic score 34, Porter adds 24 as Nuggets use strong second half to beat Lakers 127-102
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Jokic score 34, Porter adds 24 as Nuggets use strong second half to beat Lakers 127-102

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LOS ANGELES — Nikola Jokic scored 34 points and Michael Porter Jr. added 24 as the Denver Nuggets used a strong second half to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 127-102 on Saturday night. Austin Reaves scored 19 points and LeBron James added 18 for the Lakers, who lost consecutive home games after starting the season 7-0 at home. Denver trailed …

Simons scores 25, Sharpe adds 24 as Trail Blazers bounce back with 104-98 win over Rockets
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Simons scores 25, Sharpe adds 24 as Trail Blazers bounce back with 104-98 win over Rockets

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HOUSTON — Anfernee Simons scored 25 points and Shaedon Sharpe added 24 as the Portland Trail Blazers bounced back from a tough loss with a 104-98 win over the Houston Rockets on Saturday night. Rockets: Houston needs to play more consistently after a poor offensive showing Saturday night a game after Friday’s big offensive outing when the team made 15 …

Dillon Brooks scores a season-high 28 to lead the Rockets past the Trail Blazers 116-88
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Dillon Brooks scores a season-high 28 to lead the Rockets past the Trail Blazers 116-88

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HOUSTON — Dillon Brooks scored a season-high 28 points and led the Houston Rockets to a 116-88 win over the Portland Trail Blazers in an NBA Cup game on Friday night. Tari Eason scored 22 points off the bench, Jalen Green had 17 and Alperen Sengun added 14 as the Rockets won for the seventh time in eight games. Houston …

John Collins scores on a late dunk to lift Jazz past Mavericks for 1st home victory
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John Collins scores on a late dunk to lift Jazz past Mavericks for 1st home victory

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SALT LAKE CITY — John Collins scored the last of his 28 points on a tiebreaking dunk with 6.4 seconds left to give the Utah Jazz their first home victory of the season, 115-113 over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night. Utah ripped off a 9-0 run following back-to-back baskets from Doncic and went up 90-78 on Collins’ tip-in layup. …

NBA roundup: Warriors clip Mavs in Klay Thompson’s return
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NBA roundup: Warriors clip Mavs in Klay Thompson’s return

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry spoiled Klay Thompson’s return to San Francisco with a game-high 37 points, including 12 straight during a late flurry that lifted the Golden State Warriors to a 120-117 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in an NBA Cup opener on Tuesday night. Knicks 111, 76ers 99 OG Anunoby scored 24 points and Josh Hart recorded a triple-double as New …

Tracey scores 19, rallies Oregon from 13 down to beat Portland 80-70 in OT
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Tracey scores 19, rallies Oregon from 13 down to beat Portland 80-70 in OT

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The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! EUGENE, Ore. — Jadrian Tracey scored 19 points and Oregon scored the first 11 points in overtime to pull out an 80-70 win over Portland after erasing a 13-point second-half deficit on Tuesday night. Tracey made a layup and then Keeshawn Barthelemy hit back-to-back 3-pointers …

Williams and Grant help Trail Blazers beat Timberwolves 122-108
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Williams and Grant help Trail Blazers beat Timberwolves 122-108

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PORTLAND, Ore. — Robert Williams and Jerami Grant each scored 19 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 122-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. Banton entered the game after Portland lost Anfernee Simons for the game due to a chest injury and his backup, Scoot Henderson, picked up three fouls in the first quarter. “It …

Jalen Green leads Rockets past the Clippers, who have lost two in a row
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Jalen Green leads Rockets past the Clippers, who have lost two in a row

LA Times  

James Harden shoots as Jabari Smith Jr. of the Rockets defends in the first half. Jalen Green had 21 points and Amen Thompson and Tari Eason added 18 each to lead the Houston Rockets to a 111-103 victory over the Clippers on Wednesday night in the opener of a two-game set. The Clippers used a 9-2 run to cut the …

Trail Blazers Dominate Pelicans, 118-100
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Trail Blazers Dominate Pelicans, 118-100

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The Trail Blazers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 118-100, extending their winning streak to three games. Anfernee Simons, Deandre Ayton, and Dalano Banton led the Blazers with 24, 19, and 20 points respectively, respectively. The Trail Blazers dominated the paint, outrebounding New Orleans 38-34, and shot 54.8% from the field. Brandon Ingram was the Pelicans' only consistent scorer, scoring 27 …

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Portland Trail Blazers: A Battle for Western Conference Supremacy
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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Portland Trail Blazers: A Battle for Western Conference Supremacy

Associated Press  

New Orleans and Portland will clash in a Western Conference conference matchup. New Orleans, who finished 14th in the conference, boasts a strong defense, averaging 30 points and 22 rebounds per game. On the other hand, Portland, ranked 8th, struggles offensively, scoring only 8.3 points per game in conference play. The Pelicans, who finished 12th, boast a potent offense, averaging …

Nuggets Dominate Jazz, Clinching First Home Win of Season
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Nuggets Dominate Jazz, Clinching First Home Win of Season

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Nikola Jokic led the Denver Nuggets to a 129-103 victory over the Utah Jazz, snapping their six-game losing streak. Jokic scored 27 points, including 18 points in the third quarter, which helped the Nuggets secure the win. The Nuggets dominated the third quarter, outscoring the Jazz 34-19. The Jazz were led by Walker Kessler and Johnny Juzang with 18 and …

Suns Dominate Trail Blazers, Clinching Fourth Straight Win
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Suns Dominate Trail Blazers, Clinching Fourth Straight Win

Associated Press  

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 103-97 in a thrilling game. Devin Booker shone with 28 points, nine rebounds, and nine assists, while Kevin Durant contributed 21 points for the Suns. The Suns dominated the third quarter, outscoring the Trail Blazers 44-18, and held on for the victory.

Trail Blazers Dominate Clippers in Thrilling Thriller
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Trail Blazers Dominate Clippers in Thrilling Thriller

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Anfernee Simons shines for the Trail Blazers, rallying them to a 106-105 victory over the Clippers. Simons had a dominant performance with 25 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists, showcasing his exceptional play in the fourth quarter. Despite trailing throughout the game, the Trail Blazers staged a remarkable comeback with key plays and free throws that helped secure the win.

Blazers Bounce Back from Loss to Start Season with Win
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Blazers Bounce Back from Loss to Start Season with Win

Associated Press  

The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 125-103 in their first game of the season. Jerami Grant led the Blazers with 28 points, while Anfernee Simons and Deandre Ayton both contributed with 27 and 17 points respectively. CJ McCollum led the Pelicans with 27 points in the second half, but the Blazers ultimately secured the victory with their …

Suns Dominate Mavericks, Clinching Crucial Victory
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Suns Dominate Mavericks, Clinching Crucial Victory

Associated Press  

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Dallas Mavericks 114-102 on Saturday night. Kevin Durant led the Suns with 31 points, while Jusuf Nurkic added 18 points and 14 rebounds. The Suns led by as many as 13 in the first half but settled for a 63-55 lead at the break. The Suns bounced back after blowing a 22-point lead against the …

Clippers' Harden and Powell Lead Thrilling Comeback Over Nuggets
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Clippers' Harden and Powell Lead Thrilling Comeback Over Nuggets

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The Los Angeles Clippers overcame Nikola Jokic's 41-point performance with a final score of 109-104. James Harden shone with 23 points and 16 assists, while Norman Powell contributed 26 points and 37 rebounds. The Clippers dominated the second half, outscoring the Nuggets 63-43 in the final 30 minutes.

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Jokic scores 40, Nuggets shut down Edwards
7 months, 1 week ago

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Jokic scores 40, Nuggets shut down Edwards

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic received the Michael Jordan award from Commissioner Adam Silver before tipoff, then delivered a memorable playoff performance to celebrate his third MVP trophy Tuesday night. Jokic scored 40 points and dished out 13 assists and the Denver Nuggets shut down Anthony Edwards in a 112-97 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves that put the reigning NBA champs …

For Lakers and Darvin Ham, another blown lead to Nuggets leaves more questions than answers about future
7 months, 4 weeks ago

For Lakers and Darvin Ham, another blown lead to Nuggets leaves more questions than answers about future

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — As LeBron James took off from the dotted circle and dunked, the crowd roared at decibels that hadn’t been heard at Crypto.com Arena this season. “Got to figure out a way to get one on Saturday to stay alive.” It’s unclear if that’s possible for these Lakers, though. They had guys step up and make plays.” Before …

Jamal Murray sinks shot at buzzer to cap 20-point comeback and lead Nuggets past Lakers 101-99
8 months ago

Jamal Murray sinks shot at buzzer to cap 20-point comeback and lead Nuggets past Lakers 101-99

Associated Press  

DENVER — Jamal Murray didn’t even see the biggest basket of his career. Murray swished a step-back 15-footer over Anthony Davis at the buzzer Monday night, giving the Denver Nuggets a stunning 101-99 win over the Los Angeles Lakers and capping a comeback from a 20-point second-half deficit. “I told my teammates when I was struggling, ‘I’m gonna look for …

Portland faces Sacramento, looks to halt 4-game skid
8 months, 1 week ago

Portland faces Sacramento, looks to halt 4-game skid

Associated Press  

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Sacramento Kings Sacramento, California; Sunday, 3:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Portland heads into the matchup with Sacramento as losers of four straight games. The Trail Blazers average 11.5 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.7 fewer made shots on average than the 13.2 per game the Kings give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Kings: 3-7, averaging 108.6 …

Portland hosts Houston following VanVleet’s 42-point game
8 months, 1 week ago

Portland hosts Houston following VanVleet’s 42-point game

Associated Press  

Houston Rockets vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Rockets -4; over/under is 214.5 BOTTOM LINE: Houston faces the Portland Trail Blazers after Fred VanVleet scored 42 points in the Rockets’ 124-121 loss to the Utah Jazz. The Trail Blazers’ 11.5 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.9 fewer made shots on …

Stephen Curry has 22 points, Warriors rally to beat Trail Blazers 100-92
8 months, 1 week ago

Stephen Curry has 22 points, Warriors rally to beat Trail Blazers 100-92

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Stephen Curry had 22 points and the Golden State Warriors rallied down the stretch for a 100-92 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night. Obviously, wasn’t his best shooting night but he made some big ones down the stretch,” Warriors coach Steve Kerr said. The Blazers went up 64-62 on Henderson’s floater but the lead …

Murray and Jokic score 28 each as the Nuggets run past shorthanded Jazz 111-95
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Murray and Jokic score 28 each as the Nuggets run past shorthanded Jazz 111-95

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Jamal Murray scored 28 points, Nikola Jokic tallied 28 points and 13 rebounds, and the Denver Nuggets pushed past the shorthanded Utah Jazz 111-95 on Tuesday night. So I’m just looking to not hesitate — that’s probably the biggest thing — and just stay aggressive all game.” Murray dunked a career-high five times in the first …

Mavericks beat Hornets 130-104 as Luka Doncic scores 39 in triple-double
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Mavericks beat Hornets 130-104 as Luka Doncic scores 39 in triple-double

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Luka Doncic had 39 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists, and the Dallas Mavericks continued their surge heading into the postseason, beating the Charlotte Hornets 130-104 on Tuesday night for their 15th win in 17 games. Daniel Gafford scored 26 points and Kyrie Irving added 18 points, nine assists and eight rebounds for the Mavericks, who are …

Portland plays Miami on 5-game road slide
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Portland plays Miami on 5-game road slide

Associated Press  

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Miami Heat Miami; Friday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Portland will look to stop its five-game road skid when the Trail Blazers play Miami. The Heat score 109.3 points per game, 6.5 fewer points than the 115.8 the Trail Blazers allow. The Trail Blazers average 107.6 points per game, 1.3 fewer than the 108.9 the Heat …

Kevin Durant scores 30 points to lead Suns to another win in Denver, 104-97
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Kevin Durant scores 30 points to lead Suns to another win in Denver, 104-97

Associated Press  

DENVER — Kevin Durant had 30 points, 13 rebounds and five blocks and the Phoenix Suns won in Denver for the second time this month, beating the defending champion Nuggets 104-97 on Wednesday night. “I’m glad we didn’t let that San Antonio game bleed over to the next game,” Durant said in reference to the Suns’ road loss Monday night …

NBA roundup: Hawks shed 30-point deficit to edge Celtics
8 months, 4 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Hawks shed 30-point deficit to edge Celtics

The Hindu  

Dejounte Murray scored 19 points, dished out 15 assists and made the go-ahead basket with one minute left to help Atlanta Hawks overcome a 30-point deficit and stun the visiting Boston Celtics 120-118 on Monday. Rockets 110, Trail Blazers 92 Jalen Green scored 27 points, including 12 during a decisive third-quarter run, to help Houston overcome a sluggish start and …

Brunson scores 45 points and the Knicks roll past the Trail Blazers, 105-93
9 months, 1 week ago

Brunson scores 45 points and the Knicks roll past the Trail Blazers, 105-93

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Jalen Brunson scored 45 points and the New York Knicks rolled past the Portland Trail Blazers, 105-93 on Thursday night. “What can you say, it’s unbelievable just to watch it, and you know he ended up with 17 free throws and I thought there could be a lot more,” Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau said. “He’s just clever, …

No letdown: Murray, Jokic, Porter Jr. lead Nuggets to 142-121 rout of short-handed Utah Jazz
9 months, 2 weeks ago

No letdown: Murray, Jokic, Porter Jr. lead Nuggets to 142-121 rout of short-handed Utah Jazz

Associated Press  

DENVER — Michael Malone needn’t have worried about his superstar center and a potential letdown when the Denver Nuggets faced the short-handed Utah Jazz. And they’re a championship level team and when a team shoots the ball from the perimeter like that it’s a hard game to win.” With Murray leading the second unit in the fourth quarter, the Nuggets …

Portland takes on Minnesota, looks to stop 4-game skid
10 months, 1 week ago

Portland takes on Minnesota, looks to stop 4-game skid

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Timberwolves -8.5; over/under is 216.5 BOTTOM LINE: Portland aims to end its four-game losing streak when the Trail Blazers play Minnesota. The Trail Blazers score 108.2 points per game, 1.2 more points than the 107.0 the Timberwolves allow. The Timberwolves average 113.6 points per …

Jokic and Murray lead Denver’s comeback as Nuggets beat Blazers 112-103 for weekend sweep of rivals
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jokic and Murray lead Denver’s comeback as Nuggets beat Blazers 112-103 for weekend sweep of rivals

Associated Press  

DENVER — Jamal Murray loves that the Denver Nuggets can turn to their championship mettle in crunch time. “I think we should just be a little bit more on point to start the game, not to have to kick it into another gear,” Murray said after the Denver Nuggets rallied from a double-digit deficit to beat the short-handed but spirited …

Trail Blazers spoil Lillard’s return to Portland with a 119-116 victory over Bucks
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Trail Blazers spoil Lillard’s return to Portland with a 119-116 victory over Bucks

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Damian Lillard’s former team took a bit of the shine off his gala homecoming. Anfernee Simons scored 24 points, including a key floater with 17.1 seconds left, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks 119-116 on Wednesday night. It was Lillard’s first game in Portland since he was traded to the Bucks in …

DeRozan has 20 points and the Bulls snap 2-game skid with 104-96 win over the Blazers
10 months, 3 weeks ago

DeRozan has 20 points and the Bulls snap 2-game skid with 104-96 win over the Blazers

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — DeMar DeRozan finished with 20 points and the Chicago Bulls snapped a two-game losing streak with a 104-96 victory over the Portland Trail Blazer on Sunday night. Anfernee Simons’ 3-pointer with 4:34 left got Portland within 92-89 before DeRozan’s 3 on the other end ended the threat. “It just feels good because of the work I put …

Kevin Durant scores 40 points, Suns hold off Pacers 117-110 for 5th straight victory
11 months ago

Kevin Durant scores 40 points, Suns hold off Pacers 117-110 for 5th straight victory

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — The Big 3 is starting to become a reality for the Phoenix Suns. Kevin Durant scored 40 points, Devin Booker had 26 and the Suns beat the Indiana Pacers 117-110 on Sunday night for their fifth straight victory. It’s the second straight game that the All-Star trio of Durant, Booker and Beal has combined for 91 points. “And …

Simons hits winner with 0.2 seconds on the clock as Trail Blazers beat Nets 105-103
11 months ago

Simons hits winner with 0.2 seconds on the clock as Trail Blazers beat Nets 105-103

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Anfernee Simons started feeling better just in time. Simons hit a winning floater with 0.2 seconds left and the Portland Trail Blazers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 105-103 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night. Cam Johnson’s layup tied the game again, and the Blazers called a timeout with 5.2 seconds left before Simons’ …

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