NBA roundup: Thunder take down Celtics, win 15th straight
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NBA roundup: Thunder take down Celtics, win 15th straight

The Hindu  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points to lead Oklahoma City Thunder to a 105-92 home win over Boston Celtics on Sunday. Rockets 119, Lakers 115 Jalen Green scored a game-high 33 points, Amen Thompson posted a double-double in his return from suspension, and Houston held on to defeat visiting Los Angeles. Cavaliers 115, Hornets 105 Darius Garland scored 25 points and Jarrett Allen posted a double-double as Cleveland won its 10th straight game and stuck visiting Charlotte with its 10th defeat in a row. Jazz 105, Magic 92 Brice Sensabaugh scored 27 points off the bench as short-handed Utah earned its second straight victory following a five-game losing streak, beating host Orlando.

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NBA roundup: Trae Young, Hawks stun Jazz on half-court shot
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NBA roundup: Trae Young, Hawks stun Jazz on half-court shot

The Hindu  

Trae Young hit a half-court 3-pointer at the buzzer to give the Atlanta Hawks a 124-121 win over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday in Salt Lake City. Russell Westbrook scored 26 points and grabbed nine rebounds for Denver, which played without reigning MVP Nikola Jokic and forward Aaron Gordon. For the game, Fred VanVleet added 19 points, 12 assists and …

Jayson Tatum scores 29, Porzingis adds 25 as Celtics hold off depleted Nuggets 118-106
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Jayson Tatum scores 29, Porzingis adds 25 as Celtics hold off depleted Nuggets 118-106

Associated Press  

DENVER — Jayson Tatum scored 29 points, Kristaps Porzingis added 25 and the Boston Celtics held off the depleted Denver Nuggets 118-106 on Tuesday night as three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic sat out because of an illness. Michael Porter Jr. added 15 points and 10 rebounds as the Nuggets dropped to 10-7 at home. Trailing by as many as 15 …

Green scores 22 of his 29 in 3rd quarter as Rockets down Wizards 135-112
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Green scores 22 of his 29 in 3rd quarter as Rockets down Wizards 135-112

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Jalen Green scored 22 of his 29 points in the third quarter and the Houston Rockets routed the short-handed Washington Wizards 135-112 on Tuesday night. Washington leading scorer Jordan Poole missed his second straight game with a bruised left hip, and fellow starter Kyle Kuzma exited at halftime with a bruised right calf. Takeaways Rockets: Thompson continues to …

Bradley Beal comes off the bench to score 25 as Suns top 76ers 109-99 to end 4-game skid
2 days, 6 hours ago

Bradley Beal comes off the bench to score 25 as Suns top 76ers 109-99 to end 4-game skid

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Bradley Beal came off the bench for the first time in nine years and scored 25 points as the Phoenix Suns ended a four-game skid with a 109-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Beal was shifted to a reserve role before the game and scored 20 points in the second half as the Suns overcame …

Green has 33 points, VanVleet’s late steal helps Rockets hold on for 119-115 win over Lakers
3 days, 6 hours ago

Green has 33 points, VanVleet’s late steal helps Rockets hold on for 119-115 win over Lakers

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Jalen Green scored 33 points and Fred VanVleet grabbed a key steal late to allow the Houston Rockets to hold on for a 119-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. Amen Thompson added 23 points and a career-high 16 rebounds in his return after a two-game suspension to help Houston eke out the victory after …

Darius Garland scores 25 points, NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Hornets 115-105 for 10th straight win
3 days, 7 hours ago

Darius Garland scores 25 points, NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Hornets 115-105 for 10th straight win

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Darius Garland scored 25 points, Jarrett Allen had 19 points and 11 rebounds, and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Charlotte Hornets 115-105 on Sunday night to extend their winning streak to 10. Donovan Mitchell had 17 of his 19 points in the second half and Evan Mobley added 17 for Cleveland, which won for the 18th time …

McCollum and Murray lead the Pelicans to a 2nd win in 3 days over the Wizards, 110-98
3 days, 7 hours ago

McCollum and Murray lead the Pelicans to a 2nd win in 3 days over the Wizards, 110-98

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — CJ McCollum scored 25 points and Dejounte Murray had a triple-double to help the New Orleans Pelicans to a second straight victory over the Washington Wizards, 110-98 on Sunday night. New Orleans swept a home-and-home set with the Wizards and moved past them in the standings in this matchup of the NBA’s bottom two teams. McCollum, who scored …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 33, Thunder top Celtics for franchise-record 15th-straight win
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3 days, 9 hours ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 33, Thunder top Celtics for franchise-record 15th-straight win

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 33 points and 11 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder pulled away from the Boston Celtics 105-92 on Sunday for their franchise-record 15th straight win. Gilgeous-Alexander scored nine points in the first 3 1/2 minutes of the game to help the Thunder take an early lead, but Boston rallied and led 65-55 at halftime. …

Andrew Wiggins scores 24 points as undermanned Warriors missing Stephen Curry beat Memphis 121-113
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Andrew Wiggins scores 24 points as undermanned Warriors missing Stephen Curry beat Memphis 121-113

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Andrew Wiggins scored 24 points, Dennis Schroder added 17 and the undermanned Golden State Warriors held off the Memphis Grizzlies 121-113 on Saturday night in the latest testy matchup between the rivals. Lindy Waters III scored 16 with four 3-pointers off the bench on a night the Warriors missed Stephen Curry along with fellow guards Brandin Podziemski …

NBA roundup: Oklahoma Thunder extends winning run to 14 games; Celtics beats Rockets
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NBA roundup: Oklahoma Thunder extends winning run to 14 games; Celtics beats Rockets

The Hindu  

Aaron Wiggins scored a season-high 19 points -- 15 in the fourth quarter -- as the host Oklahoma City Thunder stretched its winning streak to 14 games with a 117-107 win over the New York Knicks on Friday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points to lead the Thunder, but Wiggins took over in the fourth as Oklahoma City outscored New York …

McCollum’s 50 points helps the Pelicans snap an 11-game skid with a 132-120 win over the Wizards
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McCollum’s 50 points helps the Pelicans snap an 11-game skid with a 132-120 win over the Wizards

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — CJ McCollum highlighted a career high-tying 50 points with 10 3-pointers, and the New Orleans Pelicans snapped an 11-game losing streak with a 132-120 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Trey Murphy scored 17 and rookie center Yves Missi had 12 point and 11 rebounds for New Orleans, which won for just the second time …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 29 points and Thunder win 13th in a row, 116-98 over Clippers
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Gilgeous-Alexander scores 29 points and Thunder win 13th in a row, 116-98 over Clippers

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 29 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their franchise-record 13th consecutive regular-season game, 116-98 over the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night. Shaking off a cold shooting first half, the Thunder exploded for 42 third-quarter points and an 18-point lead heading into the fourth quarter. Key moment Williams hit a runner at the …

NBA roundup: Josh Hart powers Knicks to ninth straight win
1 week ago

NBA roundup: Josh Hart powers Knicks to ninth straight win

The Hindu  

Josh Hart posted his second straight triple-double and Karl-Anthony Towns finished with at least 30 points and 10 rebounds for the third consecutive game Wednesday night as the undermanned New York Knicks pulled away from the visiting Utah Jazz in a 119-103 victory. Hart didn’t score until the final seconds of the first half yet still finished with 15 points, …

With James Harden out, Clippers fade as Thunder win to set franchise record
1 week ago

With James Harden out, Clippers fade as Thunder win to set franchise record

LA Times  

Oklahoma City forward Kenrich Williams, center, looks to pass under pressure from Clippers forward Nicolas Batum, left, and guard Kevin Porter Jr. during the first half of the Clippers’ 116-98 loss Thursday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 29 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their franchise-record 13th consecutive regular-season game, 116-98 over the Clippers on Thursday night. Shaking off a cold …

NBA roundup: Oklahoma City Thunder tops Minnesota Timberwolves, takes winning streak to 12
1 week ago

NBA roundup: Oklahoma City Thunder tops Minnesota Timberwolves, takes winning streak to 12

The Hindu  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to its 12th consecutive victory, a 113-105 decision over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday. Cavaliers 122, Lakers 110 Jarrett Allen scored a season-high 27 points and grabbed 14 rebounds as Cleveland led nearly wire to wire and beat host Los Angeles for its eighth win in a row. …

Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City against Los Angeles after 40-point outing
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1 week, 1 day ago

Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City against Los Angeles after 40-point outing

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City hosts the Los Angeles Clippers after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 113-105 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Oklahoma City ranks fourth in the Western Conference with 16.5 fast break points per game led by Jalen Williams averaging 3.9. …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 to lead Thunder past Timberwolves 113-105
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Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 to lead Thunder past Timberwolves 113-105

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied to win their seventh straight game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-105 on Tuesday night. Takeaways Timberwolves: Minnesota was in control until the second half, when the Timberwolves withered under Oklahoma City’s pressure defense and blew a 12-point lead in the third quarter. Thunder: Defense and Gilgeous-Alexander’s …

Jayson Tatum scores 23, Celtics rout Toronto 125-71 as Raptors’ losing streak hits 11 games
1 week, 1 day ago

Jayson Tatum scores 23, Celtics rout Toronto 125-71 as Raptors’ losing streak hits 11 games

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum scored 18 of his 23 points in Boston’s dominant third quarter, and the Celtics routed Toronto 125-71 on Tuesday, extending the Raptors’ losing streak to 11 games. Takeaways Raptors: Toronto never recovered after committing 12 turnovers in the first half while shooting just 29.5% in the first two periods. It only got worse in the third …

NBA roundup: Nuggets get two triple-doubles, down Jazz
1 week, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Nuggets get two triple-doubles, down Jazz

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic and Russell Westbrook recorded triple-doubles, Jamal Murray had 20 points and 10 assists, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Utah Jazz 132-121 in Salt Lake City on Monday. Kings 110, Mavericks 100 De’Aaron Fox recorded 33 points, six rebounds and six assists and Sacramento snapped a season-worst six-game losing streak with a victory over visiting Dallas. CJ McCollum …

Hart’s triple-double, Towns’ 32 points lead Knicks to 8th straight win, 126-106 over Wizards
1 week, 2 days ago

Hart’s triple-double, Towns’ 32 points lead Knicks to 8th straight win, 126-106 over Wizards

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Josh Hart had 23 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists for his third triple-double of the season, Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points and 13 rebounds, and the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 126-106 on Monday night for their eighth straight victory. The Wizards played their second straight game without leading scorer Jordan Poole, who’s out with …

NBA roundup: Cole Anthony caps Magic’s 21-point rally past Nets
1 week, 3 days ago

NBA roundup: Cole Anthony caps Magic’s 21-point rally past Nets

The Hindu  

Cole Anthony hit the game-winning basket with 1.3 seconds left to cap a furious rally as the host Orlando Magic erased a 21-point deficit and completed a season sweep of the Brooklyn Nets with a 102-101 victory on Sunday. Harrison Barnes added 24 for San Antonio, Devin Vassell hit for 22 points, Keldon Johnson tallied 13 and Chris Paul had …

Thunder rout short-handed Grizzlies 130-106 for their 11th straight victory
1 week, 3 days ago

Thunder rout short-handed Grizzlies 130-106 for their 11th straight victory

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their 11th straight game, beating the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies 130-106 on Sunday night in a matchup of Western Conference leaders that turned lopsided before halftime. Rookie Ajay Mitchell scored 17 points, Aaron Wiggins contributed 16 and Jalen Williams added 14 points and 10 rebounds for the …

NBA roundup: Jalen Brunson bags 55 points as Knicks extend winning run to seven games
1 week, 4 days ago

NBA roundup: Jalen Brunson bags 55 points as Knicks extend winning run to seven games

The Hindu  

Jalen Brunson scored nine of his season-high 55 points in overtime, and the visiting New York Knicks extended its season-best winning streak to seven games, beating the Washington Wizards 136-132 on Saturday. Lakers 132, Kings 122 Anthony Davis scored 36 points with 15 rebounds, and Austin Reaves added 26 points with a career-high 16 assists as short-handed Los Angeles earned …

Charlotte hosts Oklahoma City after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point game
1 week, 6 days ago

Charlotte hosts Oklahoma City after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point game

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Charlotte Hornets Charlotte, North Carolina; Saturday, 6 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City visits the Charlotte Hornets after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 45 points in the Thunder’s 120-114 win over the Indiana Pacers. The Thunder average 13.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.2 fewer makes per game than the Hornets give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Hornets: …

Gilgeous-Alexander ties career high with 45 points as Thunder beat Pacers for ninth straight win
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1 week, 6 days ago

Gilgeous-Alexander ties career high with 45 points as Thunder beat Pacers for ninth straight win

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tied his career high with 45 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 120-114 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night. Gilgeous-Alexander hit 15 of 22 shots and all 11 free throws in Oklahoma City’s ninth consecutive victory. After Tyrese Haliburton scored to give the Pacers a 107-103 lead, the Thunder answered with …

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

Embiid shakes off pregame fall, leads Sixers to 118-114 win over Celtics
2 weeks ago

Embiid shakes off pregame fall, leads Sixers to 118-114 win over Celtics

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Joel Embiid popped up from a pregame fall and scored 27 points with nine rebounds, making 4 of 5 from 3-point range and sinking a pair of free throws with 3 seconds left to turn back Boston’s final rally and lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 118-114 victory on Wednesday. He scored 13 in the fourth quarter, including …

Oklahoma City visits Indiana after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 41-point performance
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Oklahoma City visits Indiana after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 41-point performance

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Indiana Pacers Indianapolis; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -4.5; over/under is 226.5 BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City faces the Indiana Pacers after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 41 points in the Thunder’s 123-105 victory over the Washington Wizards. Oklahoma City is fourth in the Western Conference scoring 115.1 points per game and is shooting 46.4%. LAST …

NBA roundup: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City Thunder to eighth straight win
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA roundup: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City Thunder to eighth straight win

The Hindu  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander overcame a slow start to score 41 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder powered to a 123-105 home win over the Washington Wizards on Monday. James Harden added 21 points, nine assists and eight rebounds for Los Angeles, which won for the third time in four games. Donovan Mitchell added 22 points, Evan Mobley scored 22 with 10 …

Celtics square off against the 76ers on Christmas day
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Celtics square off against the 76ers on Christmas day

Associated Press  

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Wednesday, 5 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -10; over/under is 221.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Celtics face the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics are shooting 45.6% from the field this season, 2.2 percentage points lower than the 47.8% the 76ers allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Celtics: 6-4, averaging 115.1 points, 48.7 rebounds, 24.6 …

Darius Garland scores 23 and NBA-best Cavaliers beat Jazz 124-113 for 17th home win in 18 games
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Darius Garland scores 23 and NBA-best Cavaliers beat Jazz 124-113 for 17th home win in 18 games

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Darius Garland scored 23 points and the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Utah Jazz 124-113 on Monday night for their 17th victory in 18 home games. Evan Mobley had 22 points and 10 rebounds, Donovan Mitchell also scored 22 points, Sam Merrill scored a season-high 20 and Garland had eight assists for Cleveland. The Utah State product scored …

Towns and Anunoby each score 31 points to lead the Knicks past the Raptors, 139-125
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

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

Associated Press  

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: Nikola Jokic finishes with triple-double to lift Denver Nuggets in OT
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

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

The Hindu  

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 …

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves
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2 weeks, 4 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 …

Washington faces Oklahoma City on 11-game road skid
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Washington faces Oklahoma City on 11-game road skid

Associated Press  

Washington Wizards vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Washington hits the road against Oklahoma City looking to end its 11-game road losing streak. Oklahoma City ranks sixth in the Western Conference with 48.8 points per game in the paint led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaging 13.2. LAST 10 GAMES: Thunder: 9-1, averaging 114.1 points, 45.0 …

Orlando hosts Boston following Tatum’s 43-point game
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Orlando hosts Boston following Tatum’s 43-point game

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic Orlando, Florida; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Boston visits the Orlando Magic after Jayson Tatum scored 43 points in the Celtics’ 123-98 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Boston ranks sixth in the Eastern Conference with 10.8 offensive rebounds per game led by Luke Kornet averaging 2.0. LAST 10 GAMES: Magic: 5-5, averaging 106.4 points, …

Jayson Tatum’s big night: 1st 40-plus point triple-double for Celtics since Larry Bird in 1992
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Jayson Tatum’s big night: 1st 40-plus point triple-double for Celtics since Larry Bird in 1992

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics started slowly, tussling early with the Chicago Bulls. But the defending NBA champions came on and prevailed 123-98 on Saturday night, with Tatum’s 43-point, 16-rebound and 10-assist effort earning the five-time All-Star comparisons to former Celtics great and Hall of Famer Larry Bird. Tatum’s third career triple-double was the first for a …

Tatum scores a season-high 43 to go with 16 rebounds, 10 assist in Celtics 123-98 win over Bulls
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Tatum scores a season-high 43 to go with 16 rebounds, 10 assist in Celtics 123-98 win over Bulls

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jayson Tatum scored a season-high 43 points, grabbed 16 rebounds and dished out 10 assists for his third career triple-double and the Boston Celtics beat the Chicago Bulls 123-98 on Saturday night. Kristaps Porzingis scored 22 points and Jaylen Brown added 19 to help the Celtics rebound from a 117-108 loss to the Bulls in Boston on Thursday …

Jalen Williams scores 33 points, Thunder remain red-hot by topping Heat 104-97
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Jalen Williams scores 33 points, Thunder remain red-hot by topping Heat 104-97

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jalen Williams scored a season-high 33 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 25 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Miami Heat 104-97 on Friday night for their seventh straight victory. Lu Dort scored 14 points and Isaiah Hartenstein had 13 points and 18 rebounds for the Thunder, who improved to 22-5 — the second-best record in the NBA and …

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings
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2 weeks, 6 days 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 …

Miami takes home win streak into matchup with Oklahoma City
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Miami takes home win streak into matchup with Oklahoma City

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Miami Heat Miami; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -1.5; over/under is 215.5 BOTTOM LINE: Miami hosts Oklahoma City trying to extend its five-game home winning streak. The 112.8 points per game the Heat score are 9.5 more points than the Thunder allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Heat: 6-4, averaging 114.2 points, 44.0 rebounds, 27.8 …

Jalen Green and Rockets beat New Orleans 133-113 and send Pelicans to their 5th straight loss
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Jalen Green and Rockets beat New Orleans 133-113 and send Pelicans to their 5th straight loss

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Jalen Green scored 34 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 133-113 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night. Takeaways Pelicans: New Orleans entered Thursday allowing the second-most fast-break points in the NBA at 19.6 points per game, and the Rockets exploited that weakness, outscoring New Orleans 26-11 in transition points. Key moment After both …

Thunder hold off Orlando’s comeback bid, beat the Magic 105-99 behind Gilgeous-Alexander, Williams
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Thunder hold off Orlando’s comeback bid, beat the Magic 105-99 behind Gilgeous-Alexander, Williams

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and Jalen Williams scored six straight points in a run in the fourth quarter that helped turned back an Orlando comeback bid as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Magic 105-99 on Thursday night. Goga Bitadze added 15 points and 10 rebounds, and Wendell Carter had 10 points and 13 rebounds for …

Milwaukee Bucks beat Oklahoma City Thunder to win NBA Cup
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Milwaukee Bucks beat Oklahoma City Thunder to win NBA Cup

The Independent  

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NBA Cup: Giannis Antetokounmpo carries Bucks past Thunder in final
3 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA Cup: Giannis Antetokounmpo carries Bucks past Thunder in final

The Hindu  

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 26 points, grabbed 18 rebounds and dished 10 assists to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to the NBA Cup title with a 97-81 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. The bucket came directly following back-to-back technical fouls on Thunder forward Luguentz Dort and coach Mike Daigneault, leading to two free throws that Lillard sank. Hartenstein paced …

NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT
3 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT

The Hindu  

Jamal Murray scored a team-high 28 points and hit the go-ahead hoop with 8.6 seconds remaining as the Denver Nuggets outlasted the Sacramento Kings 130-129 for a dramatic road win on Monday night. Sacramento’s De’Aaron Fox was the game’s leading scorer with 29 points, while Domantas Sabonis had 28 to go with 14 rebounds, six assists and three steals. 76ers …

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Milwaukee
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Milwaukee

Associated Press  

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Las Vegas; Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City will try to keep its four-game home win streak intact when the Thunder take on Milwaukee. The Bucks score 9.8 more points per game than the Thunder allow their opponents to score. LAST 10 GAMES: Thunder: 9-1, averaging 117.1 points, 46.0 rebounds, 26.3 assists, …

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Klay Thompson lead Mavericks’ charge past Warriors
3 weeks, 3 days ago

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 …

Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns lead Knicks over Magic 100-91
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns lead Knicks over Magic 100-91

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Jalen Brunson scored 31 points, Karl-Anthony Towns added 22 points and 22 rebounds and the New York Knicks beat the Orlando Magic 100-91 on Sunday night. Moritz Wagner led the Magic with a career-high 32 points in Orlando’s first homecourt loss of the season. Magic: Playing their third game without high-scoring forwards Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, …

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