NBA 2023-24 roundup: Nikola Jokic scores 28 to lead Nuggets past Thunder 128-95; Sacramento Kings, Clippers win
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NBA 2023-24 roundup: Nikola Jokic scores 28 to lead Nuggets past Thunder 128-95; Sacramento Kings, Clippers win

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic had 28 points and 14 rebounds to help the Denver Nuggets roll past the Oklahoma City Thunder 128-95 on Sunday for their third straight win to open the season. HAWKS 127, BUCKS 110 Trae Young scored 20 points to lead eight players in double figures, and Atlanta Hawks limited Damian Lillard to six points while routing Milwaukee for its first victory of the season. KINGS 132, LAKERS 127 Malik Monk scored 11 of his 22 points in overtime and fed Kevin Huerter for a key 3-pointer with 32 seconds left, and the Sacramento Kings spoiled the 20th anniversary of LeBron James’ NBA debut in the same city with a 132-127 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. CLIPPERS 123, SPURS 83 Kawhi Leonard scored 21 points, Paul George added 19 and the Los Angeles stars schooled San Antonio rookie Victor Wembanyama in his first road game.

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Reaves scores 30 points, Doncic just misses triple-double in Lakers’ 125-109 win over Spurs
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Reaves scores 30 points, Doncic just misses triple-double in Lakers’ 125-109 win over Spurs

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Austin Reaves scored 30 points and Luka Doncic had 21 points, 14 assists and nine rebounds in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 125-109 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night. Dorian Finney-Smith added 15 points while hitting four 3-pointers for the Lakers, who extended their home winning streak to eight games with back-to-back victories over Phoenix …

Aaron Gordon, Russell Westbrook lead undermanned Nuggets past Warriors 114-105
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Aaron Gordon, Russell Westbrook lead undermanned Nuggets past Warriors 114-105

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Aaron Gordon scored a season-best 38 points, Russell Westbrook hit a crucial late 3-pointer and delivered a triple-double, and the undermanned Denver Nuggets missing their two main stars beat the Golden State Warriors 114-105 on Monday night. Stephen Curry had 20 points and seven assists and Draymond Green became the sixth player in Warriors franchise history to …

Harden records a double-double to send Clippers past sluggish Charlotte 123-88
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Harden records a double-double to send Clippers past sluggish Charlotte 123-88

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — James Harden had 31 points and 10 rebounds, Kawhi Leonard scored 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat Charlotte 123-88 Sunday night. He made two foul shots with 5:43 left before halftime to give the Clippers 45-34 lead and they led by double digits for the remainder of the game. Clippers: Los Angeles has quietly won …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder cruising as they visit Bucks
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder cruising as they visit Bucks

Hindustan Times  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to put up big numbers, and he'll take another stab at improving his MVP aspirations when the Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday night. HT Image Gilgeous-Alexander scored 48 points in Saturday's 113-107 road victory over the Detroit Pistons, marking the 12th time he has tallied 40 or more this season. "If I had …

NBA: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes history with 60-game 20+ point streak
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NBA: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes history with 60-game 20+ point streak

India Today  

Shai-Gilgeous Alexander has made NBA history by scoring 20 or more points in 60 consecutive games in a single season. SHAI GILGEOUS-ALEXANDER SHINES 34 PTS 5 REB 7 AST It's his 60th consecutive 20+ PT game pic.twitter.com/dg6cHxNAqxNBA March 13, 2025 Alexander has been putting up consistently excellent stats over 63 games, including 32.7 points, 6.2 assists, 5.1 rebounds, 1.8 steals, …

West-best Thunder come to home of NBA champs and beat Celtics 118-112
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West-best Thunder come to home of NBA champs and beat Celtics 118-112

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 and Chet Holmgren had 23 points and 15 rebounds on Wednesday night to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 118-112 victory over the Boston Celtics in a much-anticipated potential NBA Finals preview. The Western Conference-leading Thunder withstood a barrage of Boston 3-pointers — a franchise record 63 attempts in all — to sweep …

Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic play to a draw in back-to-back games between top MVP candidates
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Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic play to a draw in back-to-back games between top MVP candidates

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic, two of the favorites for the NBA’s MVP award, showed why in a pair of exciting games on back-to-back days in Oklahoma City. “Some people use the line, ‘Some people are playing checkers and some are playing chess,’” Denver coach Michael Malone said. “There’s a reason that he’s the best player in …

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

Oklahoma City hosts Denver following Gilgeous-Alexander’s 40-point showing
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Oklahoma City hosts Denver following Gilgeous-Alexander’s 40-point showing

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Monday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -8.5; over/under is 238.5 BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City takes on the Denver Nuggets after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 127-103 victory against the Denver Nuggets. Jamal Murray is scoring 21.3 points per game and averaging 3.7 rebounds for the …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 as Thunder top Nuggets 127-103 in matchup of West leaders
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Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 as Thunder top Nuggets 127-103 in matchup of West leaders

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 127-103 on Sunday in a matchup between the top two teams in the Western Conference. Denver went up 10-0 early as it took the Thunder nearly three minutes to score, but Oklahoma City cut its deficit to 29-28 by the end of the …

Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns
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1 week, 3 days 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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1 week, 3 days 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 …

Los Angeles plays Sacramento after Harden’s 50-point game
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Los Angeles plays Sacramento after Harden’s 50-point game

Associated Press  

Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Clippers Inglewood, California; Sunday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles hosts the Sacramento Kings after James Harden scored 50 points in the Los Angeles Clippers’ 123-115 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Los Angeles ranks sixth in the Western Conference with 16.4 fast break points per game led by Norman Powell averaging 4.9. LAST 10 …

Denver visits Oklahoma City following overtime win
1 week, 3 days ago

Denver visits Oklahoma City following overtime win

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Denver visits the Oklahoma City Thunder after the Nuggets took down the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime. Oklahoma City scores 119.4 points and has outscored opponents by 12.8 points per game. LAST 10 GAMES: Thunder: 8-2, averaging 126.3 points, 45.4 rebounds, 30.3 assists, 9.3 steals and …

Nikola Jokic has 31 points, 22 assists and 21 rebounds in Nuggets’ 149-141 OT win over Suns
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1 week, 3 days 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 …

Jokic has 22 points, 14 rebounds, Nuggets beat Kings, 116-110
1 week, 5 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: Lakers win as LeBron James hits milestone
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NBA roundup: Lakers win as LeBron James hits milestone

The Hindu  

LeBron James scored 34 points on a milestone night and Luka Doncic added 30 points and 15 assists as Los Angeles Lakers celebrated with a 136-115 victory over the visiting New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday. Jaxson Hayes scored 19 points and pulled down 10 rebounds as Los Angeles won its seventh consecutive game despite playing the past three without Rui …

Shai shines as Thunder downs Rockets for season's 50th win
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2 weeks ago

Shai shines as Thunder downs Rockets for season's 50th win

China Daily  

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drives to the baskets against Houston Rockets guard Aaron Holiday during an NBA game in Oklahoma City on Monday. REUTERS Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put up his fourth 50-point game of the season as Western Conference leader the Oklahoma City Thunder marched on with a 137-128 win over the Houston Rockets on Monday. "I don't understand …

Shai shines as Thunder downs Rockets for season's 50th win
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Shai shines as Thunder downs Rockets for season's 50th win

China Daily  

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drives to the baskets against Houston Rockets guard Aaron Holiday during an NBA game in Oklahoma City on Monday. REUTERS Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put up his fourth 50-point game of the season as Western Conference leader the Oklahoma City Thunder marched on with a 137-128 win over the Houston Rockets on Monday. "I don't understand …

LeBron James is first NBA player to score 50,000 points. What’s next? Luka Doncic says ‘70K’
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LeBron James is first NBA player to score 50,000 points. What’s next? Luka Doncic says ‘70K’

LA Times  

Another night, another milestone for LeBron James, although this one did indeed resonate more than most. Becoming the first NBA player to reach 50,000 career points created a particularly alluring way to express and appreciate James’ sustained excellence over 22 seasons. “It’s a hell of a lot of points, and I’m super blessed to be able to put that many …

NBA roundup: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder win 50th game
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NBA roundup: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder win 50th game

The Hindu  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 51 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 137-128 home win over the Houston Rockets on Monday. Brandin Podziemski added 19 points and 11 rebounds, Draymond Green finished with 16 points, 12 rebounds and seven rebounds and Jimmy Butler III had 13 points as seven different Golden State players made at least one 3-point shot. …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander making 50-point games a regular occurrence for the West-leading Thunder
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander making 50-point games a regular occurrence for the West-leading Thunder

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s putback basket in the fourth quarter put him over 50 points and sent the Oklahoma City crowd into a frenzy. “It becomes — you can say it’s not as exciting as the first one, but it’s more like getting lost in the process of just competing and playing the game you love,” Gilgeous-Alexander said. “Whether …

LeBron James sinks 3 to surpass 50K combined career points: Remembering his previous milestones
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LeBron James sinks 3 to surpass 50K combined career points: Remembering his previous milestones

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James has never viewed himself as a scorer. It’s pretty cool.” LeBron becomes the all-time leading playoff scorer Date: May 25, 2017 Nearly six years before he passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the regular-season record, James eclipsed Michael Jordan as the all-time leading playoff scorer with a 3-pointer from the left wing in Game 5 of the …

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

Cavs rally to beat Blazers in OT for 10th straight NBA victory
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Cavs rally to beat Blazers in OT for 10th straight NBA victory

Hindustan Times  

The Cleveland Cavaliers erased an 18-point deficit to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 133-129 in an NBA overtime thriller and boost their league-best record with a 10th straight victory Sunday, as Boston defeated Denver in a clash of the past two champions. HT Image De'Andre Hunter, getting a starting nod as Cavs star Donovan Mitchell rested, scored 18 of his …

Luka scores 29 points and LeBron adds 17 in the Lakers’ 2nd straight win over the Clippers, 108-102
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Luka scores 29 points and LeBron adds 17 in the Lakers’ 2nd straight win over the Clippers, 108-102

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic had 29 points and nine assists, LeBron James added 17 points and the Los Angeles Lakers hung on to beat the Los Angeles Clippers for the second time in three days, 108-102 on Sunday night. Rookie Dalton Knecht scored 19 points for the Lakers, who won their sixth straight game despite playing without injured starters …

NBA Roundup: Quentin Grimes scores 44 and Philadelphia 76ers beats Golden State Warriors to snap losing streak
2 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA Roundup: Quentin Grimes scores 44 and Philadelphia 76ers beats Golden State Warriors to snap losing streak

The Hindu  

Quentin Grimes scored a career-high 44 points on 18-of-24 shooting as the Philadelphia 76ers snapped a nine-game losing streak with a 126-119 home victory over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. Detroit Pistons 115, Brooklyn Nets 94 Jalen Duren powered for 18 points, 11 rebounds and a career-high six blocks and host Detroit Pistons won for the ninth time in …

NBA roundup: Donovan Mitchell scores 41 points and leads Cavaliers past Celtics
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

NBA roundup: Donovan Mitchell scores 41 points and leads Cavaliers past Celtics

The Hindu  

Donovan Mitchell scored 41 points, including 26 in the second half, as the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers extended its winning streak to nine games by beating the Boston Celtics 123-116 Friday night in a matchup of the Eastern Conference’s top teams. Lakers 106, Clippers 102 Luka Doncic scored 31 points, and LeBron James added 28 points with 13 rebounds as the …

Jokic has a triple-double to help Denver snap Detroit’s 8-game winning streak, 134-119
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Jokic has a triple-double to help Denver snap Detroit’s 8-game winning streak, 134-119

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Nikola Jokic had 23 points, 17 rebounds and 15 assists, Jamal Murray scored 31 points, and the Denver Nuggets ended the Detroit Pistons’ eight-game winning streak with a 134-119 win on Friday night. Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points and Christian Braun matched Jokic with 23 for Denver, which has won 11 of its last 13 games. The …

NBA roundup: Stephen Curry scores 56 points in Warriors’ win over Magic
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NBA roundup: Stephen Curry scores 56 points in Warriors’ win over Magic

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry ignited his own third-quarter explosion with a 50-footer at the halftime horn, then capped a 56-point performance with his 11th and 12th 3-pointers to protect a late lead that resulted in the Golden State Warriors’ 121-115 victory over the host Orlando Magic on Thursday night. Pelicans 124, Suns 116 Zion Williamson scored 27 points, matched his career-high of …

NBA Roundup: Boston Celtics routs New York Knicks for fifth straight win
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NBA Roundup: Boston Celtics routs New York Knicks for fifth straight win

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum had 25 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists as the Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to five games with a 118-105 victory over the visiting New York Knicks on Sunday. Thunder 130, Timberwolves 123 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points on 13-for-24 shooting from the field, grabbed eight rebounds and dished eight assists, and Oklahoma City held on …

Zion Williamson powers the Pelicans to a 114-96 comeback victory over the Spurs
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Zion Williamson powers the Pelicans to a 114-96 comeback victory over the Spurs

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Zion Williamson had 22 points and nine rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-96 on Sunday night to open a two-game set. Kelly Olynyk had 14 points and 15 rebounds — his first double-double since the Toronto Raptors sent him to New Orleans as part of a …

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

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers hammers New York Knicks by 37 points
3 weeks, 3 days ago

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers hammers New York Knicks by 37 points

The Hindu  

Donovan Mitchell scored 17 of his 27 points in the second quarter, and Evan Mobley finished with 21 points, fueling the host Cleveland Cavaliers to a dominant 142-105 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday. New York’s Jalen Brunson scored 16 of his 26 points in the first quarter, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 23 points. Mavericks 111, Pelicans 103 …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Giannis Antetokounmpo sparks Bucks in return
3 weeks, 4 days ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Giannis Antetokounmpo sparks Bucks in return

The Hindu  

Giannis Antetokounmpo returned following a six-game absence and scored 23 points in 24 minutes as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the visiting Los Angeles Clippers 116-110 on Thursday. Nuggets 129, Hornets 115 Nikola Jokic produced 29 points, 17 rebounds and nine assists, Jamal Murray scored 34, and host Denver beat Charlotte for a ninth straight win. Miles Bridges scored a season-high …

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

NBA roundup: Doncic scores 16 but Lakers fall to Jazz, Jamal Murray’s 55 lifts Nuggets over Blazers
1 month ago

NBA roundup: Doncic scores 16 but Lakers fall to Jazz, Jamal Murray’s 55 lifts Nuggets over Blazers

The Hindu  

Jamal Murray poured in a career-best 55 points to lead the Nuggets to a 132-121 victory over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, Denver’s eighth straight victory. Jordan Clarkson added 21 points, nine rebounds and seven assists for the Jazz, who snapped a three-game losing streak that included a 132-113 road defeat against the Lakers on Monday. LeBron James …

Jamal Murray drops career-high 55 points as Nuggets extend winning streak
1 month ago

Jamal Murray drops career-high 55 points as Nuggets extend winning streak

India Today  

Jamal Murray delivered a career-best performance, scoring 55 points against the Portland Trail Blazers, as the Denver Nuggets secured a 132-121 victory, marking their eighth consecutive win. Murray and Jokić made history as just the fourth duo in NBA history to each score 55 points in a single season, according to ESPN Research. Following the game, Nuggets head coach Michael …

Kevin Durant becomes the 8th player in NBA history to score 30,000 points
1 month ago

Kevin Durant becomes the 8th player in NBA history to score 30,000 points

The Hindu  

Kevin Durant became the eighth player in NBA history to score 30,000 points, hitting the mark against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night with a free throw late in the third quarter. The 36-year-old Phoenix Suns forward, who recently was voted to his 15th All-Star team, joins LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Dirk Nowitzki and …

NBA roundup: Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks trounce Pacers
1 month 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, 1 week 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: …

DeRozan scores 42 points, including OT winner, as Kings edge depleted Mavericks 129-128
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1 month, 1 week ago

DeRozan scores 42 points, including OT winner, as Kings edge depleted Mavericks 129-128

Associated Press  

DALLAS — DeMar DeRozan scored a season-high 42 points, including a baseline floater with 2 seconds left in overtime, and the Sacramento Kings beat the depleted Dallas Mavericks 129-128 on Monday night. The Mavericks lost center Daniel Gafford to a sprained right knee after he had a knee-to-knee collision with Monk early in the second quarter. Mavericks: On the night …

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

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 31 and Thunder make franchise-record 27 3s in 137-101 rout of Pelicans
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1 month, 1 week ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 31 and Thunder make franchise-record 27 3s in 137-101 rout of Pelicans

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points in three quarters as the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the New Orleans Pelicans 137-101 on Monday night. The Thunder led 72-50 at halftime and set an Oklahoma City record with 14 3-pointers in the first half. Thunder: Oklahoma City scored 40 points off 23 forced turnovers. Key moment Holmgren hit a 3-pointer …

Luka Doncic makes LA Lakers debut with win against Utah Jazz
1 month, 1 week ago

Luka Doncic makes LA Lakers debut with win against Utah Jazz

Al Jazeera  

Luka Doncic produced 14 points, five rebounds and four assists in his Los Angeles Lakers debut and LeBron James added 24 points, seven rebounds and eight assists as the newly formed star duo led the way to a 132-113 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz. Austin Reaves logged 22 points and nine rebounds and Rui Hachimura added 21 points as …

NBA roundup: Anthony Davis dominates, leaves early in Mavs debut
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Anthony Davis dominates, leaves early in Mavs debut

The Hindu  

In his Dallas debut, Anthony Davis scored 26 points with 16 rebounds before leaving in the third quarter with an abdominal injury to guide the host Mavericks to a 116-105 victory over the Houston Rockets on Saturday. Lakers 124, Pacers 117 Austin Reaves scored a career-high 45 points to go along with seven rebounds and seven assists, helping Los Angeles …

Ivica Zubac and James Harden help Clippers snap out of slump and beat Jazz
1 month, 1 week ago

Ivica Zubac and James Harden help Clippers snap out of slump and beat Jazz

LA Times  

Clippers center Ivica Zubac dunks during the first half of a 130-110 win over the Utah Jazz at the Intuit Dome on Saturday night. “I haven’t been seeing a lot of double teams lately so it’s about cutting to the basket and making the right reads.” Kawhi Leonard, who played 33 minutes Thursday against the Pacers — the most he …

NBA roundup: LeBron James makes history in Lakers’ win over Warriors
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: LeBron James makes history in Lakers’ win over Warriors

The Hindu  

LeBron James poured in 42 points to join Michael Jordan as the only 40-year-olds to score 40 points in an NBA game as the host Los Angeles Lakers notched a 120-112 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. Pacers 119, Clippers 112 Pascal Siakam collected 33 points and 11 rebounds and Bennedict Mathurin added 25 points as Indiana …

Nikola Jokic has 24th triple-double of the season, Nuggets rout Magic 112-90
1 month, 1 week 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 …

NBA roundup: San Antonio Spurs beats Atlanta Hawks in a thriller, De’Aaron Fox shines on debut
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: San Antonio Spurs beats Atlanta Hawks in a thriller, De’Aaron Fox shines on debut

The Hindu  

Victor Wembanyama made a go-ahead free throw with 2.9 seconds remaining and De’Aaron Fox shined on his Spurs debut as San Antonio escaped with a 126-125 win over the host Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. READ | LeBron relishing ‘special’ Doncic double act at Lakers Coby White scored 20 points to lead the Bulls, who played on short rest after …

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