Timberwolves blow out Lakers 109-80 behind Randle, Gobert and tough defense
1 month ago

Timberwolves blow out Lakers 109-80 behind Randle, Gobert and tough defense

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Julius Randle scored 18 points and Rudy Gobert had 17 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Los Angeles Lakers 109-80 on Monday night. Anthony Edwards had only eight points on 3-for-13 shooting for the Wolves, but his Olympic teammates LeBron James and Anthony Davis were just as quiet for the Lakers. After beating Utah 105-104 on Sunday, the Lakers traveled another time zone east to face a team they beat 110-103 in the season opener behind 36 points and 16 rebounds from Davis. Takeaways Lakers: Rookie coach J.J. Redick assessed his team at the quarter mark of the season “uneven and inconsistent.” The Lakers’ fifth loss in their last seven games didn’t even clear that bar.

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LeBron James breaks another Michael Jordan record in Lakers’ win over Hawks
1 day, 13 hours ago

LeBron James breaks another Michael Jordan record in Lakers’ win over Hawks

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives toward the basket during the first half of a 119-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday at Crypto.com Arena. James’ 30 points — the final two of which forced Snyder into that late timeout — gave him his 563rd 30-point game, one more than Michael Jordan for the most in NBA history. Lakers forward …

The Sports Report: No Anthony Davis, no problem for Lakers vs. Trail Blazers
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1 day, 13 hours ago

The Sports Report: No Anthony Davis, no problem for Lakers vs. Trail Blazers

LA Times  

Lakers center Christian Koloko, right, knocks the ball away from Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray during the Lakers’ 114-106 win Thursday at Crypto.com Arena. “It definitely gets loud and rowdy, so it’s a fun environment to play in.” Continue reading here BASKETBALL LeBron James, right, celebrates with his sons Bronny, left, and Bryce after passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become …

With Anthony Davis out, LeBron James and Max Christie lead Lakers past Portland
2 days, 13 hours ago

With Anthony Davis out, LeBron James and Max Christie lead Lakers past Portland

LA Times  

Lakers guard Max Christie pulls down a rebound during a 114-106 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night. LeBron James and Max Christie combined to score 66 points, Christie finishing with a career-best 28, in the Lakers’ 114-106 win over the Trail Blazers. “Tonight was a career night for me,” Christie said, “so this is …

Cavaliers beat Lakers 122-110 for 8th straight win and spoil LeBron’s first game since turning 40
3 days, 8 hours ago

Cavaliers beat Lakers 122-110 for 8th straight win and spoil LeBron’s first game since turning 40

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Jarrett Allen scored a season-high 27 points, Donovan Mitchell added 26 and the Cleveland Cavaliers won their eighth straight, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 122-110 Wednesday night and spoiling LeBron James’ first game after turning 40. James, who celebrated his birthday on Monday, scored 23 points as he became the first player in NBA history to appear …

Cavaliers take on the Lakers, aim for 8th straight victory
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Cavaliers take on the Lakers, aim for 8th straight victory

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -3; over/under is 227.5 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland is looking to build upon its seven-game win streak with a victory against Los Angeles. The Lakers average 11.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.7 fewer makes per game than the Cavaliers allow. TOP PERFORMERS: Anthony …

Anthony Davis, Lakers spoil interim coach Doug Christie’s Kings debut with 132-122 win
6 days, 6 hours ago

Anthony Davis, Lakers spoil interim coach Doug Christie’s Kings debut with 132-122 win

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis had 36 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 132-122 win over Sacramento on Saturday night in the Kings’ first game under interim coach Doug Christie. LeBron James didn’t play for the Lakers because of illness, but a balanced effort helped make up for his absence, led by Austin Reaves with …

NBA Roundup: Anthony Edwards’ late 3-pointer helps Wolves edge Rockets
1 week ago

NBA Roundup: Anthony Edwards’ late 3-pointer helps Wolves edge Rockets

The Hindu  

Anthony Edwards drilled a 3-pointer with 23.2 seconds left to cap a stunning fourth-quarter rally and lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 113-112 victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday. Cavaliers 149, Nuggets 135 Donovan Mitchell scored 33 points, Jarrett Allen had 22 points, 10 rebounds and three steals, and Cleveland ran its winning streak to six games by beating …

Anthony Davis and Austin Reaves power LeBron-less Lakers past Kings
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1 week ago

Anthony Davis and Austin Reaves power LeBron-less Lakers past Kings

LA Times  

Lakers star Anthony Davis, center, shoots between Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles, left, and guard Keon Ellis during the Lakers’ 132-122 win Saturday Crypto.com Arena. Sacramento had been thrown into complete chaos, the Lakers taking two-straight from them in their building last week — links in the chain of events that led to the team firing coach Mike Brown on …

Houston takes home win streak into matchup with Minnesota
1 week, 1 day ago

Houston takes home win streak into matchup with Minnesota

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Houston Rockets Houston; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rockets -1.5; over/under is 213.5 BOTTOM LINE: Houston hosts Minnesota aiming to extend its three-game home winning streak. TOP PERFORMERS: Sengun is scoring 18.3 points per game with 10.5 rebounds and 5.2 assists for the Rockets. LAST 10 GAMES: Rockets: 7-3, averaging 111.6 points, 49.3 rebounds, 21.1 …

NBA roundup: Lakers nip Warriors in final second, Mavericks loses against Timberwolves
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1 week, 2 days ago

NBA roundup: Lakers nip Warriors in final second, Mavericks loses against Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Austin Reaves drove for a go-ahead layup with one second left to cap a triple-double, LeBron James added to his Christmas Day lore with 31 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame an injury to Anthony Davis to outlast the Golden State Warriors 115-113 on Wednesday night in San Francisco. The Warriors star scored eight points in a 13-4 run, …

Warriors host the Lakers for Christmas day matchup
1 week, 4 days ago

Warriors host the Lakers for Christmas day matchup

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Warriors -4.5; over/under is 225.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Golden State Warriors face the Los Angeles Lakers. The Warriors average 15.3 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.9 more made shots on average than the 13.4 per game the Lakers allow. The Lakers average 11.5 …

Mavericks play the Timberwolves on Christmas day
1 week, 4 days ago

Mavericks play the Timberwolves on Christmas day

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks Dallas; Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Mavericks -4.5; over/under is 223 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Mavericks face the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 118.8 points per game the Mavericks score are 11.6 more points than the Timberwolves give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Mavericks: 8-2, averaging 121.3 points, 45.5 rebounds, 26.9 assists, 10.0 steals and 5.5 …

Middleton and Lopez lead the way as Bucks pound Bulls 112-91 without Giannis, Lillard
1 week, 4 days ago

Middleton and Lopez lead the way as Bucks pound Bulls 112-91 without Giannis, Lillard

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez each scored 21 points, Bobby Portis added 19 points and 13 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 112-91 on Monday without Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. Bulls: The Bulls were a bit thin in the backcourt, with Lonzo Ball out with an illness and Josh Giddey missing his third straight …

Towns and Anunoby each score 31 points to lead the Knicks past the Raptors, 139-125
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1 week, 4 days ago

Towns and Anunoby each score 31 points to lead the Knicks past the Raptors, 139-125

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NEW YORK — Karl-Anthony Towns had 31 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, OG Anunoby also scored 31 points and shot 13 for 15 from the field, and the New York Knicks beat the Toronto Raptors 139-125 on Monday night. Takeaways Toronto: The Raptors gave up at least 110 points — New York had 111 through three quarters — for …

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves
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1 week, 6 days ago

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Holding visiting Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic set a franchise record in rallying from 22 points down at the start of the final period to beat the Heat, 121-114, on Saturday. Bam Adebayo scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds, Terry Rozier notched another 23 points off the bench and Tyler Herro recorded 22 points, six …

Hawks take on the Timberwolves on 3-game slide
1 week, 6 days ago

Hawks take on the Timberwolves on 3-game slide

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Atlanta Hawks Atlanta; Monday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Atlanta enters the matchup against Minnesota after losing three games in a row. The Hawks’ 12.3 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.2 more made shots on average than the 12.1 per game the Timberwolves allow. Rudy Gobert is scoring 10.6 points per game and averaging …

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak
1 week, 6 days ago

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Detroit Pistons vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Monday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles seeks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Detroit. The Pistons average 111.7 points per game, 2.0 fewer than the 113.7 the Lakers allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 5-5, averaging 102.9 points, 44.2 rebounds, 23.9 assists, 8.8 steals and …

Curry scores 31, makes 7 3-pointers in Warriors’ 113-103 win over Timberwolves
1 week, 6 days ago

Curry scores 31, makes 7 3-pointers in Warriors’ 113-103 win over Timberwolves

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Stephen Curry scored 11 straight points in the fourth quarter and 31 for the night as the Golden State Warriors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-103 on Saturday night. Trayce Jackson-Davis had 15 points and nine rebounds, while Brandin Podziemski had 12 and Curry — who made seven 3-pointers — added 10 assists for the Warriors. Curry hit three …

James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win
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James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — LeBron James had 32 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 103-99 to sweep a two-game set on Saturday. Trailing 101-99 with 12 seconds left, the Kings had a chance to tie after Anthony Davis missed two free throws but squandered the opportunity after they couldn’t secure the rebound. Kings: Head coach Mike Brown …

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings

The Hindu  

Santi Aldama scored 21 points and grabbed 14 rebounds for the Memphis Grizzlies, who drained a franchise-best 27 3-pointers to overwhelm the visiting Golden State Warriors 144-93 on Thursday. Lakers 113, Kings 100 LeBron James had 19 points, six rebounds and seven assists while breaking the NBA record for regular-season minutes, helping Los Angeles beat the Sacramento Kings 113-100. De’Aaron …

Towns tears up T-wolves in return with 32 points and 20 rebounds in 133-107 romp by Knicks
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Towns tears up T-wolves in return with 32 points and 20 rebounds in 133-107 romp by Knicks

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points and 20 rebounds in his return to Minnesota, leading the inspired New York Knicks past the Timberwolves 133-107 on Thursday night. Mikal Bridges scored 29 points for the Knicks, who built a lead as big as 36 points in the third quarter and won for the 12th time in 16 games. Traded to …

Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns curious about reception return to Minnesota
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns curious about reception return to Minnesota

Hindustan Times  

Karl-Anthony Towns is not sure what to expect when he returns to Minneapolis on Thursday night as he and the New York Knicks visit the Minnesota Timberwolves. He started 573 games for the Timberwolves in that span, and he averaged 22.9 points and 10.8 rebounds per game along with becoming an active member of the community. "Every game is important," …

New York takes road win streak into matchup with Minnesota
2 weeks, 3 days ago

New York takes road win streak into matchup with Minnesota

Associated Press  

New York Knicks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Thursday, 9:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -2; over/under is 213.5 BOTTOM LINE: New York hits the road against Minnesota trying to prolong its three-game road winning streak. New York ranks fifth in the Eastern Conference with 27.7 assists per game led by Jalen Brunson averaging 7.7. LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: 6-4, …

Anthony Davis scores 40 points, LeBron James has 18 in return to help Lakers beat Grizzlies, 116-110
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Anthony Davis scores 40 points, LeBron James has 18 in return to help Lakers beat Grizzlies, 116-110

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis had 40 points and 16 rebounds, LeBron James added 18 points in his return and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 116-110 on Sunday night. Lakers: James’ return energized Los Angeles, but Davis continues to carry the team. Key moment James scored his first points on a running one-handed dunk just over two …

Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs

Hindustan Times  

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points in 28 minutes of court time to help lift the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves to a 106-92 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday in a Western Conference game created by the results of the NBA Cup. Alexander-Walker added 17 points in a reserve role for Minnesota while Jaden McDaniels racked up 12 points and …

Edwards scores 26 points as Timberwolves beat Spurs 106-92
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Edwards scores 26 points as Timberwolves beat Spurs 106-92

Associated Press  

SAN ANTONIO — Anthony Edwards had 26 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves rolled past the San Antonio Spurs 106-92 on Sunday night. Takeaways Timberwolves: Rob Dillingham scored his first points against San Antonio after being traded to Minnesota. The Spurs selected Dillingham, who scored three points, with the eighth pick in the NBA Draft and traded him to the Timberwolves …

Spurs up against stiff defense as Wolves visit
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Spurs up against stiff defense as Wolves visit

Hindustan Times  

Defense will be the key when the Minnesota Timberwolves hit the road to face the host San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night in a Western Conference clash created by the teams' performance in the NBA Cup. "If we get more wins and less Ls, it's a good trade-off I'll take it," said Minnesota center Rudy Gobert, who had 12 points …

Timberwolves beat Lakers without LeBron James 97-87 with another defensive showing
3 weeks ago

Timberwolves beat Lakers without LeBron James 97-87 with another defensive showing

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored 23 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers 97-87 on Friday night. Anthony Davis led Los Angeles with 23 points and 11 rebounds, but the Lakers lost for the eighth time in 11 games. Austin Reaves scored 18 points in his first game back after missing five games with a left pelvic …

NBA Cup roundup: Hawks beats Knicks, Rockets downs Warriors to reach semis
3 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA Cup roundup: Hawks beats Knicks, Rockets downs Warriors to reach semis

The Hindu  

Houston Rockets edged Golden State 91-90 for its first win over the Warriors since 2020 and reached the semifinal of the NBA Cup on Wednesday, as Atlanta Hawks advanced with a come-from-behind victory over New York Knicks. Alperen Sengun scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead the Rockets and teammate Jalen Green’s 12 points included the game-winning free-throws …

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -7; over/under is 217 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles hits the road against Minnesota looking to end its three-game road losing streak. The Timberwolves average 110.5 points per game, 5.3 fewer points than the 115.8 the Lakers allow. Anthony Davis is scoring 27.5 points per game …

Portland takes on San Antonio, looks to end 4-game slide
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Portland takes on San Antonio, looks to end 4-game slide

Associated Press  

San Antonio Spurs vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Spurs -3.5; over/under is 223 BOTTOM LINE: Portland heads into the matchup with San Antonio as losers of four games in a row. The Trail Blazers average 11.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.5 fewer makes per game than the Spurs allow. LAST …

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
3 weeks, 5 days ago

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
3 weeks, 5 days ago

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 …

Warriors' defense tightens up in final minutes in win over Wolves
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Warriors' defense tightens up in final minutes in win over Wolves

Hindustan Times  

Stephen Curry, Buddy Hield and Jonathan Kuminga combined for 77 points, Gary Payton II made two big defensive plays and the Golden State Warriors held the Minnesota Timberwolves scoreless over the final 4:46 of a 114-106 victory on Sunday night in San Francisco. HT Image Curry finished with a game-high 30 points, Hield went for 27 and Kuminga added 20 …

NBA roundup: Wizards end 16-game losing streak despite Jokic’s 56 points
3 weeks, 6 days ago

NBA roundup: Wizards end 16-game losing streak despite Jokic’s 56 points

The Hindu  

Jordan Poole scored 39 points to help the host Washington Wizards overcome Nikola Jokic’s career-high 56 points and beat the Denver Nuggets 122-113 on Saturday to end its 16-game losing streak. Pistons 120, Knicks 111 Cade Cunningham finished with 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds to lead Detroit to its first win over host New York in 17 tries. …

Mobley scores career-high 41 points as Cavaliers beat Hornets 116-102
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Mobley scores career-high 41 points as Cavaliers beat Hornets 116-102

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Evan Mobley scored a career-high 41 points, Donovan Mitchell added 18 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers extended their strong start with a 116-102 victory over the injury-riddled Charlotte Hornets on Saturday. Mobley scored 23 points as the Cavaliers built a 40-18 lead after the first quarter en route to their 21st victory …

NBA roundup: Trae Young’s trey in OT lifts Hawks past Lakers
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4 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Trae Young’s trey in OT lifts Hawks past Lakers

The Hindu  

Trae Young hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 7.4 seconds left in overtime, helping the Atlanta Hawks beat the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 134-132 on Friday. 76ers 102, Magic 94 Paul George scored 21 points and handed out nine assists as the 76ers topped Orlando to earn a split of the teams’ two-game home series in Philadelphia. Celtics 111, Bucks 105 …

Minnesota faces Golden State on 4-game win streak
4 weeks ago

Minnesota faces Golden State on 4-game win streak

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Sunday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota will look to keep its four-game win streak alive when the Timberwolves take on Golden State. Golden State is fourth in the NBA with 13.0 offensive rebounds per game led by Kevon Looney averaging 3.6 offensive boards. LAST 10 GAMES: Warriors: 3-7, averaging 105.5 points, …

Anthony Edwards has 30 points and 9 assists in the Timberwolves’ 107-90 victory over the Warriors
4 weeks ago

Anthony Edwards has 30 points and 9 assists in the Timberwolves’ 107-90 victory over the Warriors

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Anthony Edwards had 30 points and nine assists and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Golden State Warriors 107-90 on Friday night in the first of two games between the teams this weekend. Takeaways Timberwolves: Minnesota has won the last five in the series and four straight at Chase Center since ending a 12-game losing streak on the …

Minnesota plays Golden State on 3-game win streak
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Minnesota plays Golden State on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Warriors -2; over/under is 220.5 BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota is looking to keep its three-game win streak intact when the Timberwolves take on Golden State. Golden State is fifth in the league averaging 15.3 made 3-pointers per game while shooting 37.1% from deep. The Warriors average …

Jonathan Kuminga scores career-high 33 points, Warriors beat Rockets 99-93 to snap 5-game skid
4 weeks, 1 day ago

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

Associated Press  

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. …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Surging Hawks cools off Bucks, Heat thrashes Lakers
4 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Surging Hawks cools off Bucks, Heat thrashes Lakers

The Hindu  

Wisconsin native Jalen Johnson scored 23 points and De’Andre Hunter added 20 to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 119-104 win in Milwaukee, ending the Bucks’ seven-game winning streak. The Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis added 26 points and nine rebounds, and Sam Hauser made 5 of 10 3-point attempts while logging 20 points. Timberwolves 108, Clippers 80 Julius Randle scored 16 …

Bucks advance in NBA Cup as Antetokounmpo and Lillard key 128-107 win over Pistons
1 month ago

Bucks advance in NBA Cup as Antetokounmpo and Lillard key 128-107 win over Pistons

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points and Damian Lillard had 27, lifting the surging Milwaukee Bucks to a 128-107 win over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night and into the NBA Cup quarterfinals. Cade Cunningham scored 23 points, Tobias Harris had 16, Tim Hardaway scored 15 and Jalen Duren added 11 for the Pistons. Milwaukee’s Gary Trent Jr. scored …

Lakers' offense is in deep water, as LeBron slump continues
1 month ago

Lakers' offense is in deep water, as LeBron slump continues

China Daily  

Donte DiVincenzo of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball against LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers during an NBA game at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Monday. Particularly offensively, and it's not only James, the four-time NBA MVP, whose average of 22 points per game is his lowest since he was a rookie 21 years ago. Celtics keep …

Lakers' offense is in deep water, as LeBron slump continues
1 month ago

Lakers' offense is in deep water, as LeBron slump continues

China Daily  

Donte DiVincenzo of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball against LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers during an NBA game at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Monday. Particularly offensively, and it's not only James, the four-time NBA MVP, whose average of 22 points per game is his lowest since he was a rookie 21 years ago. Celtics keep …

Lakers' offense is in deep water, as LeBron slump continues
1 month ago

Lakers' offense is in deep water, as LeBron slump continues

China Daily  

Donte DiVincenzo of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball against LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers during an NBA game at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Monday. Particularly offensively, and it's not only James, the four-time NBA MVP, whose average of 22 points per game is his lowest since he was a rookie 21 years ago. Celtics keep …

LeBron James struggles as Wolves humble Lakers; Jaylen Brown helps Miami beat Boston in NBA 2024-25
1 month ago

LeBron James struggles as Wolves humble Lakers; Jaylen Brown helps Miami beat Boston in NBA 2024-25

The Hindu  

Rudy Gobert scored 17 points and grabbed 12 rebounds and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 109-80 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night in Minneapolis. Hawks 124, Pelicans 112 De’Andre Hunter celebrated his 27th birthday by scoring 22 points to lead Atlanta past visiting New Orleans, extending the Hawks’ season-best winning streak to four games. Celtics …

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves
1 month ago

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves

CNN  

CNN — LeBron James continues to endure one of the worst shooting slumps of his career as the Los Angeles Lakers were easily beaten, 109-80, by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The four-time NBA champion did, however, just about keep his long-running, league-record, double-digit scoring streak alive, extending it to 1,243 games as he registered 10 points to go with …

Anthony Davis scores 33, LeBron James takes over late as Lakers hold on to beat Jazz 105-104
1 month ago

Anthony Davis scores 33, LeBron James takes over late as Lakers hold on to beat Jazz 105-104

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Anthony Davis had 33 points and 11 rebounds, LeBron James added 27 points and 14 assists, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 105-104 on Sunday night. Takeaways Lakers: James filled the playmaker role and Davis’ strong play gave Los Angeles a little cushion. Key Moment Sexton made a layup in the final …

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