NBA Playoffs 2024: Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers, Jokic and Nuggets on a roll
10 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA Playoffs 2024: Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers, Jokic and Nuggets on a roll

The Hindu  

Jalen Brunson was back to his best on Tuesday as the New York Knicks dominated the Indiana Pacers 121-91 to take a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal Game 5. After losing Game 4 by 32 points, it was an emphatic response from the Knicks, with Brunson piling up 44 points with seven assists and four rebounds. Jokic guides Nuggets to 3-2 series lead In the West, the Denver Nuggets made it three straight wins in their semifinal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, with Nikola Jokic leading the defending champions with 40 points. Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic controls the ball as Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson guards in the third quarter during game five of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs.

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NBA Standings: Playoff, predictions and play-in tournament
3 days, 11 hours ago

NBA Standings: Playoff, predictions and play-in tournament

India Today  

As the NBA playoffs are just around the corner, beginning on April 19, teams are battling to clinch a spot and every game matters. Current NBA Standings: Eastern Conference Cleveland Cavaliers – Clinched playoff spot Boston Celtics – Clinched playoff spot New York Knicks Indiana Pacers Milwaukee Bucks Detroit Pistons Atlanta Hawks – Play-in position Orlando Magic – Play-in position …

NBA roundup: Rockets get by Heat for 9th straight win
1 week ago

NBA roundup: Rockets get by Heat for 9th straight win

The Hindu  

Fred VanVleet scored 13 of his game-high 37 points in the fourth quarter as the Houston Rockets won its ninth straight game, defeating the host Miami Heat 102-98 on Friday night. Celtics 121, Jazz 99 Kristaps Porzingis compiled 27 points, 10 rebounds and six assists as Boston defeated Utah in Salt Lake City for its ninth win in its last …

NBA 2025 roundup: White stars as Bulls storm back from 19 down to beat Kings; LeBron, Doncic sit out in Lakers defeat
1 week, 1 day ago

NBA 2025 roundup: White stars as Bulls storm back from 19 down to beat Kings; LeBron, Doncic sit out in Lakers defeat

The Hindu  

Coby White scored 31 of his 35 points after halftime as the Chicago Bulls overturned a 19-point deficit to defeat the host Sacramento Kings 128-116 on Thursday night in the NBA. White knocked down 13 of 14 free throws, while Kevin Huerter added 25 points -- including 5 of 9 3-pointers -- seven assists and four steals, and Nikola Vucevic …

Portland puts home win streak on the line against Denver
1 week, 2 days ago

Portland puts home win streak on the line against Denver

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Portland will try to keep its three-game home win streak intact when the Trail Blazers take on Denver. The Trail Blazers average 110.6 points per game, 6.2 fewer points than the 116.8 the Nuggets give up. TOP PERFORMERS: Anfernee Simons is scoring 19.6 points per game …

Luka Doncic scores 31 after a big 1st quarter, and the Lakers rout the depleted Nuggets 120-108
1 week, 2 days ago

Luka Doncic scores 31 after a big 1st quarter, and the Lakers rout the depleted Nuggets 120-108

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic had 31 points, nine rebounds and seven assists in just three quarters of work, and the Los Angeles Lakers routed the Denver Nuggets 120-108 on Wednesday night in a matchup of injury-depleted Western Conference contenders. Austin Reaves had 22 points and eight assists for the Lakers, who have won nine consecutive home games and three …

Luka Doncic helps Lakers win against Jokic-less Nuggets in Los Angeles
1 week, 2 days ago

Luka Doncic helps Lakers win against Jokic-less Nuggets in Los Angeles

Al Jazeera  

Luka Doncic scored 21 of his 31 points in the first quarter, Austin Reaves added 22, and the Los Angeles Lakers turned a fast start into a 120-108 home victory over the short-handed Denver Nuggets. Dorian Finney-Smith scored 14 points, and Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht each added 12 as the Lakers earned their third straight win and ninth consecutive …

Luka Doncic’s hot first quarter sparks Lakers to win over shorthanded Nuggets
1 week, 3 days ago

Luka Doncic’s hot first quarter sparks Lakers to win over shorthanded Nuggets

LA Times  

The streamers eventually would fall Wednesday night. The Lakers handled the Denver Nuggets 120-108, Doncic’s monster first quarter enough to cover up for sluggish, sloppy play that might’ve cost them if Jokic and Murray were on the floor. He makes the right read every time and that’s something that’s invaluable.” While the Lakers earned a 2-2 split with Denver this …

Toronto plays Portland on 3-game win streak
2 weeks ago

Toronto plays Portland on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Toronto Raptors vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Sunday, 6 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Toronto seeks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Portland. The Trail Blazers’ 12.7 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.5 fewer made shots on average than the 13.2 per game the Raptors allow. The Raptors average 110.8 points per game, …

Plucky Lakers nearly beat Nuggets despite Luka Doncic, LeBron James among LA’s sidelined starters
2 weeks ago

Plucky Lakers nearly beat Nuggets despite Luka Doncic, LeBron James among LA’s sidelined starters

Associated Press  

DENVER — Luka Doncic sat out the Los Angeles Lakers’ 131-126 loss at Denver on Friday night, cheering on his scrappy, short-handed teammates who nearly pulled off a shocker without four starters. Doncic joined LeBron James on the Lakers’ lengthy list of unavailable players after scoring 45 points a night earlier in a loss at Milwaukee. “I’m proud of the …

Bridges nails 3-pointer at buzzer to give Knicks a 114-113 OT win over the Trail Blazers
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Bridges nails 3-pointer at buzzer to give Knicks a 114-113 OT win over the Trail Blazers

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Mikal Bridges hit a 25-foot 3-pointer at the buzzer to give the New York Knicks a 114-113 overtime win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Bridges finished with 33 points and AG Anunoby had 23 as New York won its second in a row and improved to 2-2 on its five-game West Coast trip with …

Anthony Edwards scores 29 points and Julius Randle adds 25 as Timberwolves rout Nuggets 115-95
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Anthony Edwards scores 29 points and Julius Randle adds 25 as Timberwolves rout Nuggets 115-95

Associated Press  

DENVER — Anthony Edwards scored 29 points, Julius Randle added 25 and the Minnesota Timberwolves extended their winning streak to six games by routing the Denver Nuggets 115-95 on Wednesday night. Rudy Gobert finished with 11 points and 10 rebounds for the Timberwolves, who improved to 3-0 against the Nuggets this season. Donte DiVincenzo had 10 points as Minnesota’s bench …

Karl-Anthony Towns leads Knicks in 133-104 romp at Kings
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Karl-Anthony Towns leads Knicks in 133-104 romp at Kings

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and nine rebounds, and the New York Knicks beat the Sacramento Kings 133-104 on Monday night. OG Anunoby scored 24 points while adding seven rebounds, eight assists and five steals for New York. TAKEAWAYS Knicks: New York ended a three-game skid on the first night of a back-to-back. Kings: Sacramento dropped to …

Jokic has 35 points and 18 rebounds to lead Nuggets past West-leading Thunder 140-127
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Jokic has 35 points and 18 rebounds to lead Nuggets past West-leading Thunder 140-127

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Nikola Jokic had 35 points, 18 rebounds and eight assists, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 140-127 on Monday night. Jamal Murray scored 34 points for the Nuggets, who lost 127-103 in Oklahoma City on Sunday. Lu Dort had a season-high 26 points and made eight 3-pointers and Isaiah Hartenstein scored 20 points for …

New York takes on Sacramento, looks to end 3-game slide
2 weeks, 5 days ago

New York takes on Sacramento, looks to end 3-game slide

Associated Press  

New York Knicks vs. Sacramento Kings Sacramento, California; Monday, 10:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Knicks -2; over/under is 221 BOTTOM LINE: New York comes into the matchup against Sacramento after losing three in a row. Karl-Anthony Towns is scoring 24.2 points per game and averaging 13.3 rebounds for the Knicks. LAST 10 GAMES: Kings: 6-4, averaging 119.0 points, 46.8 …

Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns
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3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic sat in front of his locker, calmly scrolling through his phone, seemingly unimpressed that 30 minutes earlier he made NBA history. The three-time NBA MVP had the league’s first 30-20-20 triple-double in the Denver Nuggets’ 149-141 overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night. “I was talking to and he said to me, ‘That was …

NBA roundup: Denver Nuggets’ Jokic goes for 31-22-21 in overtime win over Phoenix Suns
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3 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Denver Nuggets’ Jokic goes for 31-22-21 in overtime win over Phoenix Suns

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic produced 31 points, a career-high 22 assists and 21 rebounds as the host Denver Nuggets rallied after losing a 21-point lead to beat the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime on Friday. Evan Mobley provided 19 points and 10 rebounds, De’Andre Hunter had 15 points off the bench and Jarrett Allen provided 14 points and 11 boards for the …

Nikola Jokic has 31 points, 22 assists and 21 rebounds in Nuggets’ 149-141 OT win over Suns
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3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic has 31 points, 22 assists and 21 rebounds in Nuggets’ 149-141 OT win over Suns

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 31 points, 21 rebounds and a career-high 22 assists and the Denver Nuggets outlasted the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime Friday night after losing a 21-point lead. Jokic became the first NBA player with a triple-double of at least 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists. They went ahead 122-120 in the final minute, but …

Doncic and James propel Lakers to 113-109 overtime victory over Knicks for 8th straight win
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Doncic and James propel Lakers to 113-109 overtime victory over Knicks for 8th straight win

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic scored 32 points, LeBron James added 31 and the Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to eight games by overcoming a double-digit deficit in the fourth quarter and defeating the New York Knicks 113-109 in overtime Thursday night. James scored the Lakers’ final four points, all at the foul line, and finished with 12 …

Luka Doncic shines as Lakers defeat Knicks in OT – 8th consecutive victory
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Luka Doncic shines as Lakers defeat Knicks in OT – 8th consecutive victory

India Today  

Luka Doncic scored a team-high 32 points against the New York Knicks in a thriller that ended in overtime 113-109 on Thursday night. Lebron James and Luka Doncic Partnership: The dynamic duo of LeBron James and Luka Doncic is reshaping the Lakers’ playoff hopes. On Thursday night against the Knicks, Lebron James and Doncic were the only players to score …

Jokic has 22 points, 14 rebounds, Nuggets beat Kings, 116-110
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Jokic has 22 points, 14 rebounds, Nuggets beat Kings, 116-110

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Russell Westbrook scored 25 points, and the Denver Nuggets rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Sacramento Kings 116-110 on Wednesday night. DeMar DeRozan scored 18 of his 35 points in the third quarter to give Sacramento a 93-84 lead heading into the fourth, but Westbrook gave the Nuggets …

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers edge Portland Trail Blazers with De’Andre Hunter’s late 3 in OT
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers edge Portland Trail Blazers with De’Andre Hunter’s late 3 in OT

The Hindu  

De’Andre Hunter made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 30.8 seconds remaining in overtime, lifting the Cleveland Cavaliers to a stunning 133-129 victory over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Thunder 146, Spurs 132 Jalen Williams poured in a career-high 41 points to go with seven assists and six rebounds as visiting Oklahoma City dominated the second half in beating San …

LeBron James, streaking Lakers top Timberwolves
1 month ago

LeBron James, streaking Lakers top Timberwolves

Hindustan Times  

LeBron James scored 33 points and hauled in 17 rebounds and Luka Doncic added 21 points and 13 rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers increased their winning streak to four games with a 111-102 victory over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. HT Image Austin Reaves scored 23 points and Jaxson Hayes added 10 as the Lakers improved to 14-3 …

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks win duel with Nikola Jokic, Nuggets
1 month ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks win duel with Nikola Jokic, Nuggets

Hindustan Times  

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points, grabbed 19 rebounds and dished seven assists to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 121-112 win over the visiting Denver Nuggets on Thursday night. Nikola Jokic compiled 32 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists for the Nuggets, who have lost two of the past three since winning nine straight. Jokic added just two points in …

Denver takes road win streak into matchup with Milwaukee
1 month ago

Denver takes road win streak into matchup with Milwaukee

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Denver will try to keep its four-game road win streak intact when the Nuggets take on Milwaukee. The Bucks score 113.9 points per game, 2.1 fewer points than the 116.0 the Nuggets allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Bucks: 6-4, averaging 110.4 points, 42.4 rebounds, 23.9 assists, 7.3 steals and …

NBA Roundup: Minnesota Timberwolves swats Oklahoma City Thunder in overtime
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1 month ago

NBA Roundup: Minnesota Timberwolves swats Oklahoma City Thunder in overtime

The Hindu  

Anthony Edwards came up with a block in the closing seconds of overtime to help lift the Minnesota Timberwolves to a stunning 131-128 road win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday. Tyrese Haliburton added 19 points and 15 assists, Pascal Siakam had 19 points and nine rebounds, Aaron Nesmith scored 17 points, and Obi Toppin finished with 11. Bulls …

Luka Doncic struggles against his old team, but LeBron James’ big fourth lifts Lakers
1 month ago

Luka Doncic struggles against his old team, but LeBron James’ big fourth lifts Lakers

LA Times  

Luka Doncic reacts after drawing a foul on a basket in the first half. “Felt like I didn’t know what I was doing.” Following his best game as a Laker when he scored 32 points against Denver, Doncic hunted for rhythm Tuesday against Dallas — a search that was mostly fruitless. “And we don’t win the game if Do’ doesn’t …

NBA Power Rankings: Cavaliers claim top spot; Lakers, Warriors are lurking
1 month ago

NBA Power Rankings: Cavaliers claim top spot; Lakers, Warriors are lurking

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Mavericks vs Lakers. Sacramento Kings Last ranking: 14 In the last week: L vs. GS, W vs. CHA Offensive rating: 115.5 Defensive rating: 114.2 Post All-Star break: The Kings just joined the Celtics and Grizzlies as the only teams in the league to win multiple games by at least 40 points this season following …

Irving and the Mavericks take on conference foe Los Angeles
1 month ago

Irving and the Mavericks take on conference foe Los Angeles

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -8; over/under is 227.5 BOTTOM LINE: Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks take on LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Dallas ranks sixth in the Western Conference with 33.4 defensive rebounds per game led by Anthony Davis averaging 9.1. LAST 10 …

‘Dogfight for playoff seeding’: How the Lakers are preparing for the wars to come
1 month ago

‘Dogfight for playoff seeding’: How the Lakers are preparing for the wars to come

LA Times  

Lakers coach JJ Redick, talking to reserve guard Gabe Vincent, on the upcoming stretch of games leading into the postseason: “Our guys recognize we’re in a dogfight for playoff seeding right now.” Lakers players looked around the meeting room Saturday morning, double-checking with one another to make sure that what they thought they just heard was what JJ Redick actually …

NBA roundup: Doncic, LeBron shine as Lakers halt Nuggets’ win streak
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1 month ago

NBA roundup: Doncic, LeBron shine as Lakers halt Nuggets’ win streak

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic had 32 points and 10 rebounds, LeBron James scored 25 points and the visiting Los Angeles Lakers beat the Nuggets 123-100 on Saturday night to end Denver’s nine-game winning streak. Aaron Gordon scored 24 points, Jamal Murray added 19, Russell Westbrook finished with 17, Michael Porter Jr. scored 13 and Christian Braun contributed 10. Toumani Camara recorded 20 …

Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley power East-leading Cavaliers to 142-105 blowout of Knicks
1 month, 1 week ago

Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley power East-leading Cavaliers to 142-105 blowout of Knicks

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points, Evan Mobley added 21 and the Cleveland Cavaliers bullied the New York Knicks from the start Friday night, winning 142-105 in a matchup of two of the Eastern Conference’s top teams. Jalen Brunson scored 26 points and Karl-Anthony Towns 23 for the Knicks, who beat Chicago in overtime on Thursday in their first …

Nuggets have a shot at first 10-game win streak under coach Malone, but Lakers stand in the way
1 month, 1 week ago

Nuggets have a shot at first 10-game win streak under coach Malone, but Lakers stand in the way

Associated Press  

DENVER — Michael Malone took a pragmatic stance on his team’s current nine-game winning streak. But there’s a lot to clean up.” Should Denver emerge victorious Saturday, it would mark the seventh 10-game win streak in franchise history. “We had a little bit luck with the schedule,” said Jokic, a three-time NBA MVP who’s in the midst of one of …

NBA roundup: Naz Reid-led Wolves rout West-best Thunder
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Naz Reid-led Wolves rout West-best Thunder

The Hindu  

Naz Reid collected 27 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 116-101 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday in Minneapolis. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 24 points, grabbed eight rebounds and dished nine assists to lead the Thunder, who never led in the game -- the first time that happened all season. Trey …

Jamal Murray scores career-high 55 points, Nuggets beat Trail Blazers 132-121 for 8th straight win
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jamal Murray scores career-high 55 points, Nuggets beat Trail Blazers 132-121 for 8th straight win

Associated Press  

DENVER — Jamal Murray scored a career-high 55 points, Nikola Jokic had his 25th triple-double of the season and the Denver Nuggets beat the Portland Trail Blazers 132-121 on Wednesday night for their eighth straight victory. It’s the third-most points in franchise history, trailing only David Thompson’s 73-point game on April 9, 1978, and Jokic’s 56-point effort Dec. 7. Denver …

NBA roundup: Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks trounce Pacers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks trounce Pacers

The Hindu  

Karl-Anthony Towns notched 40 points and 12 rebounds, Josh Hart scored a season-high 30 points, and the New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 128-115 on Tuesday night in Indianapolis. Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 24 points, Bennedict Mathurin scored 18 off the bench, and Thomas Bryant added 18 points and nine rebounds. Pistons 132, Bulls 92 Reserve Malik Beasley …

Denver hosts Portland after Jokic’s 40-point game
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Denver hosts Portland after Jokic’s 40-point game

Associated Press  

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Wednesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Denver hosts the Portland Trail Blazers after Nikola Jokic scored 40 points in the Denver Nuggets’ 146-117 win against the Portland Trail Blazers. The Nuggets average 11.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.1 fewer makes per game than the Trail Blazers give up. LAST 10 GAMES: …

Jokic scores 40 and the Nuggets beat the Blazers 146-117 for their 7th straight win
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jokic scores 40 and the Nuggets beat the Blazers 146-117 for their 7th straight win

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic scored 40 points, Christian Braun had 26 points, and the surging Denver Nuggets beat the Portland Trail Blazers 146-117 on Monday night for their seventh straight win. The seven-game winning streak is the longest of the season for the Nuggets, who played without Michael Porter Jr. for the second straight game due to hamstring tightness. Donovan …

Nikola Jokic has 24th triple-double of the season, Nuggets rout Magic 112-90
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic has 24th triple-double of the season, Nuggets rout Magic 112-90

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds for his 24th triple-double of the season, Michael Porter Jr. added 30 points and the Denver Nuggets won their fifth in a row by beating the Orlando Magic 112-90 on Thursday night. Christian Braun finished with 16 points for a Nuggets team that saw the trade deadline come …

Jayson Tatum scores 22, Celtics hold off Cavaliers 112-105 in matchup of Eastern Conference’s best
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jayson Tatum scores 22, Celtics hold off Cavaliers 112-105 in matchup of Eastern Conference’s best

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Jayson Tatum scored 22 points, Derrick White added 20 and the Boston Celtics showed their championship makeup down the stretch with a 112-105 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night in a matchup of the Eastern Conference’s top teams. Kristaps Porzingis added 19 points and Jaylen Brown 16 with nine rebounds as Boston won its fourth straight …

Nikola Jokic’s 23rd triple-double of the season leads Nuggets over Pelicans 125-113
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic’s 23rd triple-double of the season leads Nuggets over Pelicans 125-113

Associated Press  

DENVER — Michael Porter Jr. scored a season-high 36 points, Nikola Jokic added 27 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists, and the Denver Nuggets overcame a career-high 41 points from Trey Murphy III to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 125-113 on Monday night. Murphy scored 39 of New Orleans’ first 85 points, helping the Pelicans, who trailed by as many …

Jokic has 28 points, 17 assists and 13 rebounds to lead the Nuggets past the Hornets, 107-104.
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jokic has 28 points, 17 assists and 13 rebounds to lead the Nuggets past the Hornets, 107-104.

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Nicola Jokic had 28 points, 17 assists and 13 rebounds for his 22nd triple-double of the season to help the Denver Nuggets beat the Charlotte Hornets 107-104 on Saturday night. Christian Braun added 24 points and 11 rebounds, Jamal Murray scored 20 points and Michael Porter Jr. had 15 points and 10 rebounds. Charlotte trailed by 17 …

Los Angeles Lakers acquire Luka Doncic from Dallas Mavericks for Anthony Davis in blockbuster trade
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Los Angeles Lakers acquire Luka Doncic from Dallas Mavericks for Anthony Davis in blockbuster trade

CNN  

CNN — In one of the most stunning trades ever reported, the NBA landscape has been altered mightily in a blink of an eye. The Los Angeles Lakers are acquiring NBA superstar Luka Doncic, as well as Maxi Kleber, Markieff Morris from the Dallas Mavericks for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and the Lakers’ 2029 first-round draft pick, both teams confirmed …

NBA Roundup: Celtics win on Jayson Tatum’s last-second shot
1 month, 4 weeks ago

NBA Roundup: Celtics win on Jayson Tatum’s last-second shot

The Hindu  

Jaylen Brown scored 28 points, and Jayson Tatum added 27, including a tiebreaking jumper with 0.2 seconds left, as the visiting Boston Celtics held off the New Orleans Pelicans 118-116 on Friday night. Tatum added 10 assists, Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White scored 16 points each, and Luke Kornet had 11 off the bench for the Celtics, who earned their …

Timberwolves face the Wizards on 5-game win streak
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Timberwolves face the Wizards on 5-game win streak

Associated Press  

Washington Wizards vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota seeks to build upon its five-game win streak with a victory against Washington. Washington is sixth in the Eastern Conference with 16.0 fast break points per game led by Jordan Poole averaging 3.7. The Wizards average 12.5 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.2 fewer makes per …

NBA roundup: Nikola Jokic’s 5th straight triple-double lifts Nuggets
2 months ago

NBA roundup: Nikola Jokic’s 5th straight triple-double lifts Nuggets

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic had 35 points, 22 rebounds and a season-high 17 assists for his fifth straight triple-double, and the host Denver Nuggets held on to beat the Sacramento Kings 132-123 on Thursday night. Domantas Sabonis had 23 points and 19 rebounds, DeMar DeRozan scored 24 and De’Aaron Fox finished with 17 points for Sacramento, which is now 10-3 under interim …

Denver plays Minnesota on 4-game win streak
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2 months ago

Denver plays Minnesota on 4-game win streak

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Saturday, 3 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Denver aims to keep its four-game win streak alive when the Nuggets take on Minnesota. The Timberwolves average 15.2 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.5 more made shots on average than the 13.7 per game the Nuggets give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: 6-4, averaging 113.0 points, …

Nikola Jokic hits 66-foot heave to highlight his 5th straight triple-double
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2 months ago

Nikola Jokic hits 66-foot heave to highlight his 5th straight triple-double

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic took an inbounds pass with 1.7 seconds left in the third quarter, turned and let fly with a 66-foot heave that got all net at the other end. “He’s a guy that has this uncanny ability.” Jokic took the low-percentage shot but saw his 3-point average rise. It’s going to help us.” Jokic’s shot highlighted his …

Nikola Jokic has 5th straight triple-double to help the Nuggets beat the Kings, 132-123
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2 months ago

Nikola Jokic has 5th straight triple-double to help the Nuggets beat the Kings, 132-123

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had his fifth straight triple-double before the fourth quarter, finishing with 35 points, 22 rebounds and a season-high 17 assists to help the Denver Nuggets beat the Sacramento Kings 132-123 on Thursday night. Nuggets: Jokic, voted an All-Star starter, had 12 points in the fourth quarter. Key moment The Kings could have packed it in after …

NBA roundup: Nikola Jokic, Nuggets dominate 76ers
2 months, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Nikola Jokic, Nuggets dominate 76ers

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic had 27 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his fourth straight triple-double and the host Denver Nuggets beat the reeling Philadelphia 76ers 144-109 on Tuesday night. Lakers 111, Wizards 88 Anthony Davis recorded 29 points, 16 rebounds, five assists and four blocked shots to help Los Angeles beat visiting Washington. READ | NBA roundup: Pelicans come back …

Nikola Jokic records his 19th triple-double of the season, Nuggets cruise to 144-109 win over 76ers
2 months, 1 week ago

Nikola Jokic records his 19th triple-double of the season, Nuggets cruise to 144-109 win over 76ers

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 27 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his 19th triple-double of the season, reserve Aaron Gordon was nearly perfect from the floor and the Denver Nuggets beat Philadelphia 144-109 on Tuesday night, extending the 76ers’ losing streak to seven games. Tyrese Maxey had 28 points and 10 assists for a Sixers team that remains …

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