Jokic has another triple-double as Nuggets rally past Kings 130-129
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Jokic has another triple-double as Nuggets rally past Kings 130-129

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Jamal Murray made a go-ahead jumper with 8.6 seconds remaining and the Denver Nuggets rallied past the Sacramento Kings 130-129 on Monday night. Nikola Jokic had his NBA-leading 10th triple-double with 20 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists as the Nuggets ended Sacramento’s three-game winning streak. The teams exchanged leads seven times over the final 75 seconds, with Murray nailing the decisive shot about 12 seconds after DeMar DeRozan put the Kings in front with a baseline dunk. Kings: Mike Brown’s squad showed good energy coming back to take the lead after beginning the game flat on both ends of the floor and falling behind 41-21 at the end of one quarter.

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NBA Roundup: Nikola Jokic finishes with triple-double to lift Denver Nuggets in OT
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1 day, 8 hours 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 …

Jokic overcomes slow start for triple-double in the Nuggets’ 132-129 OT win over the Pelicans
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1 day, 10 hours ago

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

Associated Press  

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

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings
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4 days, 5 hours 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 …

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

Sabonis has season-high 32 points and 20 rebounds to lead Kings to a 111-109 win over Pelicans
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1 week, 4 days ago

Sabonis has season-high 32 points and 20 rebounds to lead Kings to a 111-109 win over Pelicans

Hindustan Times  

NEW ORLEANS — Domantas Sabonas scored a season-high 32 points and matched a season best with 20 rebounds, and the Sacramento Kings beat the New Orleans Pelicans 111-109 on Thursday night. HT Image DeMar DeRozan scored 29 points, while De'Aaron Fox and Keegan Murray each added 18 points for the Kings, who have won three straight and four of five. …

Sabonis has season-high 32 points and 20 rebounds to lead Kings to a 111-109 win over Pelicans
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1 week, 4 days ago

Sabonis has season-high 32 points and 20 rebounds to lead Kings to a 111-109 win over Pelicans

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Domantas Sabonas scored a season-high 32 points and matched a season best with 20 rebounds, and the Sacramento Kings beat the New Orleans Pelicans 111-109 on Thursday night. DeMar DeRozan scored 29 points, while De’Aaron Fox and Keegan Murray each added 18 points for the Kings, who have won three straight and four of five. Trey Murphy …

Clippers can’t keep pace during second half in loss to the Nuggets
1 week, 4 days ago

Clippers can’t keep pace during second half in loss to the Nuggets

LA Times  

Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, left, knocks the ball away from Clippers center Ivica Zubac, right, in the first half Friday night in Denver. Jamal Murray scored a game-high 20 points and the Denver Nuggets beat the Clippers 120-98 on Friday night despite a quiet game from Nikola Jokic. Jokic, who scored 56 and 48 points in the previous two games, …

Denver hosts Los Angeles after Jokic’s 48-point game
1 week, 5 days ago

Denver hosts Los Angeles after Jokic’s 48-point game

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Friday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Nuggets -6.5; over/under is 226 BOTTOM LINE: Denver hosts the Los Angeles Clippers after Nikola Jokic scored 48 points in the Denver Nuggets’ 141-111 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Los Angeles scores 108.7 points and has outscored opponents by 1.3 points per game. LAST 10 GAMES: …

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
2 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Kevin Huerter's 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Kevin Huerter's 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz

Hindustan Times  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Kevin Huerter had 26 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Utah Jazz 141-97 on Sunday night. HT Image The Kings, who have won three of their last four games, are an on offensive tear after scoring 140 points in Friday’s win over the Spurs. The Kings continued dominating with a 43-point third quarter …

Kevin Huerter’s 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Kevin Huerter’s 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Kevin Huerter had 26 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Utah Jazz 141-97 on Sunday night. The Kings, who have won three of their last four games, are an on offensive tear after scoring 140 points in Friday’s win over the Spurs. The Kings continued dominating with a 43-point third quarter with De’Aaron …

The Kings make 15 straight shots to beat the Rockets 120-111
2 weeks, 6 days ago

The Kings make 15 straight shots to beat the Rockets 120-111

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Domantas Sabonis scored 27 points and Sacramento made 15 straight shots from the field to beat Houston 120-111 on Tuesday night and deny the Rockets the top seed in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. The shooting spree by the Kings turned an eight-point deficit late in the second quarter into a 12-point lead midway through the third to …

Harden scores 37 and Clippers overcome Jokic’s triple-double to beat Nuggets 126-122
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Harden scores 37 and Clippers overcome Jokic’s triple-double to beat Nuggets 126-122

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — James Harden scored 39 points — making all 13 of his free throws — and the Los Angeles Clippers overcame Nikola Jokic’s triple-double to beat the Denver Nuggets 126-122 on Sunday night. But Los Angeles rallied behind six 3-pointers — three each by Harden and Powell — to lead 92-90 going into the fourth. Key moment Jokic …

Victor Wembanyama has first triple double of season to lead Spurs past Kings 127-125
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Victor Wembanyama has first triple double of season to lead Spurs past Kings 127-125

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Victor Wembanyama had 34 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists for his first triple-double of the season, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 127-125 on Sunday for their fifth win in six games. Paul made two free throws with 5.5 seconds to go to put San Antonio up five, and Domantas Sabonis hit a …

Los Angeles puts home win streak on the line against Denver
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Los Angeles puts home win streak on the line against Denver

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers Inglewood, California; Sunday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles will try to keep its seven-game home win streak intact when the Clippers play Denver. The Clippers average 12.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.5 fewer makes per game than the Nuggets give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Clippers: 6-4, averaging 106.5 points, 45.5 …

Jokic leads the Nuggets to a 122-103 win over the Jazz
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

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

Associated Press  

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

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

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

Associated Press  

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

DeRozan scores 34, Kings rally to win in OT 127-118, ending Suns’ win streak at 7
1 month, 1 week ago

DeRozan scores 34, Kings rally to win in OT 127-118, ending Suns’ win streak at 7

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — DeMar DeRozan scored the Kings’ first eight points in overtime and Sacramento snapped the Phoenix Suns’ winning streak at seven with a 127-118 win Sunday night. The Suns led through the fourth quarter until Keegan Murray tipped in his own missed shot with 3.9 seconds to play to give Sacramento a one-point lead. But Murray committed a foul …

Michael Porter Jr. hits winning jumper in the final seconds and Denver beats Dallas 122-120
1 month, 1 week ago

Michael Porter Jr. hits winning jumper in the final seconds and Denver beats Dallas 122-120

Associated Press  

DENVER — Michael Porter Jr. hit a mid-range jumper with seven seconds left and the Denver Nuggets won their fifth straight, 122-120 over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday night. Trailing by three going into the final period, Dallas got three 3-pointers in a row from Irving to take a 105-102 lead with 8:46 left to play. Irving’s bank shot gave …

NBA roundup: Cavs rout Warriors for 10-0 start to season
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Cavs rout Warriors for 10-0 start to season

The Hindu  

Darius Garland put up 27 points as one of six Cavaliers to score in double figures and host Cleveland pummeled the Golden State Warriors 136-117 on Friday night for its 10th straight win to open the season. Brandin Podziemski chipped in 14 points, seven rebounds, four assists and four steals, but Golden State star Stephen Curry was held to 12 …

Nuggets Dominate Jazz, Clinching First Home Win of Season
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nuggets Dominate Jazz, Clinching First Home Win of Season

Associated Press  

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

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

Clippers' Harden and Powell Lead Thrilling Comeback Over Nuggets

Associated Press  

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

NBA Playoffs 2024: Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers, Jokic and Nuggets on a roll
7 months, 1 week 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 …

Nikola Jokić reminds us why he keeps winning MVPs as the Nuggets remind us they’re still champs
7 months, 1 week ago

Nikola Jokić reminds us why he keeps winning MVPs as the Nuggets remind us they’re still champs

New York Times  

DENVER — There is a classic scene in the classic movie “The Great White Hype” that serves as the perfect metaphor for what the Denver Nuggets are doing to the Minnesota Timberwolves. In the first two games of this series, Minnesota threw the overhand right and knocked the Denver Nuggets woozy. After Tuesday night’s 112-97 win in Game 5 over …

Late 3 gives Pacers 111-106 victory over Knicks
7 months, 1 week ago

Late 3 gives Pacers 111-106 victory over Knicks

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Andrew Nembhard made a 31-foot, tiebreaking 3-pointer with 16 seconds left, Tyrese Haliburton scored 35 points and the Indiana Pacers rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the banged-up and short-handed New York Knicks 111-106 on Friday night in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. New York led by nine with 9:45 remaining and was in position …

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

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

New York Times  

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

Nikola Jokic leads NBA champ Denver Nuggets past LeBron James and Lakers 114-103 in playoff opener
8 months ago

Nikola Jokic leads NBA champ Denver Nuggets past LeBron James and Lakers 114-103 in playoff opener

Associated Press  

DENVER — Unlike their crowd that drowned out the Los Angeles Lakers’ pregame introductions, the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets were a little late to the playoff party Saturday night. After watching LeBron James score 19 first-half points, capped by a pull-up 3 from 32 feet in the final second that put the Lakers up 60-57, the Nuggets limited the …

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

Portland faces Sacramento, looks to halt 4-game skid

Associated Press  

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

Jokic scores 41 points and leads Nuggets past Timberwolves 116-107 to take lead in West
8 months, 1 week ago

Jokic scores 41 points and leads Nuggets past Timberwolves 116-107 to take lead in West

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic minimized the matchup between teams tied atop the Western Conference standings, then put on a show for the ages — and for anyone still doubting he’s the best player on the planet. I don’t think anybody in the NBA can guard Nikola 1-on-1.” Jamal Murray added 20 points in 27 minutes and Michael Porter Jr. scored …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

Sabonis’ 61st straight double-double sparks Kings’ 107-77 rout of Nets
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Sabonis’ 61st straight double-double sparks Kings’ 107-77 rout of Nets

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Domantas Sabonis had 18 points and 20 rebounds to extend his streak of double-doubles to 61 games, and the Sacramento Kings routed the Brooklyn Nets 107-77 on Sunday night. “He’s such a competitor,” Kings coach Mike Brown said. “I was happy with the guys’ effort in the second half,” Nets interim coach Kevin Ollie said. In the …

NBA roundup: Nuggets rout Hawks, move atop West; Lakers move to eighth
8 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Nuggets rout Hawks, move atop West; Lakers move to eighth

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic posted his 25th triple-double of the season to help lead the Denver Nuggets to a 142-110 win over the visiting Atlanta Hawks on Saturday. Jokic finished with 19 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored a game-high 24 points and Michael Porter Jr. added 20 for the Nuggets, who have won three of their last …

Nikola Jokic scores 42 and outduels Victor Wembanyama in Nuggets’ 110-105 win over Spurs
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic scores 42 and outduels Victor Wembanyama in Nuggets’ 110-105 win over Spurs

Associated Press  

DENVER — Chalk this one up to Nikola Jokic after Victor Wembanyama came up just short of outdueling the player who is hoping to soon pick up his third MVP award. Jokic scored 42 points and outdueled the Rookie of the Year favorite in Denver’s 110-105 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night to retake sole possession of …

LeBron James Hits 40 in Los Angeles Lakers Win, Luka Doncic has 47 as Dallas Mavericks Beat Houston Rockets
8 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James Hits 40 in Los Angeles Lakers Win, Luka Doncic has 47 as Dallas Mavericks Beat Houston Rockets

News 18  

LeBron James delivered another epic performance on Sunday, scoring 40 points and matching a career-high with nine 3-pointers on 10 attempts as the Los Angeles Lakers rolled to a 116-104 NBA victory at Brooklyn. “Anytime I’m linked with the greats -– and obviously Big O was a big inspiration for me growing up, reading about his history –- it’s pretty …

Jokic has 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists to lead Nuggets over Cavs, 130-101
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Jokic has 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists to lead Nuggets over Cavs, 130-101

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists for his 22nd triple-double of the season, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-101 on Sunday to clinch a playoff berth. “He wants to compete, to try and help us be in the best position moving forward, but if you take time off it’s going to …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

Sabonis’ milestone night helps the Kings beat the 76ers 108-96
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Sabonis’ milestone night helps the Kings beat the 76ers 108-96

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Domantas Sabonis had his NBA-leading 25th triple-double of the season on a milestone night, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 108-96 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. Sabonis had 11 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists to become the fifth player in NBA history with at least 25 triple-doubles in a season, joining Nikola Jokic, Russell …

Jokic’s 35 points pace Nuggets in 115-112 win over short-handed Timberwolves after tight finish
9 months ago

Jokic’s 35 points pace Nuggets in 115-112 win over short-handed Timberwolves after tight finish

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 16 rebounds and Michael Porter Jr. scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter as the Denver Nuggets fended off the undermanned and undersized Minnesota Timberwolves 115-112 on Tuesday night. “That’s something we really have to get better at.” The Nuggets moved within percentage points of idle Oklahoma City for …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

White scores career-high 37 as Bulls rally from 22 down to stun Kings 113-109
9 months, 2 weeks ago

White scores career-high 37 as Bulls rally from 22 down to stun Kings 113-109

Hindustan Times  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Coby White had a career-high 37 points and DeMar DeRozan scored 19 of his 33 in the fourth quarter as the Chicago Bulls rallied from 22 points down to beat the Sacramento Kings 113-109 on Monday night. HT Image “At this point in the season, however you can get wins, you’ve got to get wins,” White said. …

LeBron reaches 40,000 points, but Jokic, Nuggets use finishing kick to beat Lakers 124-114
9 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron reaches 40,000 points, but Jokic, Nuggets use finishing kick to beat Lakers 124-114

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James reached 40,000 points, but Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 10 rebounds and the Denver Nuggets made a late push to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 124-114 on Saturday night. James had 26 points and nine assists while checking off his latest milestone, but the Lakers couldn’t get their third straight win. James spun around …

Sabonis breaks tie with Jokic for NBA triple-double lead with 16, Kings rout Nuggets 135-106
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sabonis breaks tie with Jokic for NBA triple-double lead with 16, Kings rout Nuggets 135-106

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Domantas Sabonis had 17 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists to break a tie with Nikola Jokic for the NBA triple-double lead with 16 and the Sacramento Kings beat the Denver Nuggets 135-106 on Friday night. Jokic, the NBA triple-double leader the last two seasons, had 23 points, eight rebounds and seven assists to fall just short …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

Jokic, Nuggets fend off gritty 76ers 111-105 as Embiid sits out for 4th consecutive time in Denver
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jokic, Nuggets fend off gritty 76ers 111-105 as Embiid sits out for 4th consecutive time in Denver

Associated Press  

DENVER — This matinee was no marquee, not with one of its co-stars missing again. The Denver Nuggets fended off the gritty, short-handed Philadelphia 76ers 111-105 on Saturday behind 26 points and 16 rebounds from Nikole Jokic, who was again denied his rematch with fellow MVP contender Joel Embiid. Embiid is averaging 36 points and 11.4 rebounds, and Malone said …

Murray scores 37, Jokic has 16 assists as Nuggets cruise to 131-114 win over Pistons
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Murray scores 37, Jokic has 16 assists as Nuggets cruise to 131-114 win over Pistons

Associated Press  

DENVER — Jamal Murray was hitting jumpers. Murray scored a season-high 37 points, Jokic had 16 assists and the Nuggets handed the Pistons their 18th straight road loss by cruising past Detroit 131-114 on Sunday night. “When he sees that ball go in, he’s really unguardable.” Jokic was more distributor and shot blocker than scorer, taking just three shots and …

NBA roundup: Warriors ruin Jordan Poole’s homecoming, Philadelphia beats Toronto
1 year ago

NBA roundup: Warriors ruin Jordan Poole’s homecoming, Philadelphia beats Toronto

The Hindu  

Jordan Poole responded to a nice pregame reception with a team-high 25 points in his return to San Francisco, but Stephen Curry countered with 30 and rookie Trayce Jackson-Davis notched a second straight double-double as the Golden State Warriors ran off from the visiting Washington Wizards for a 129-118 victory Friday night. 76ers 121, Raptors 111 Tyrese Maxey had 33 …

Murray leads Sacramento against Washington after 47-point game
1 year ago

Murray leads Sacramento against Washington after 47-point game

Associated Press  

Washington Wizards vs. Sacramento Kings Sacramento, California; Monday, 10 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Kings -11.5; over/under is 245 BOTTOM LINE: Sacramento faces the Washington Wizards after Keegan Murray scored 47 points in the Sacramento Kings’ 125-104 victory against the Utah Jazz. Sacramento ranks seventh in the Western Conference with 10.7 offensive rebounds per game led by Domantas Sabonis …

Keegan Murray makes 12 3-pointers, scores career-high 47 points to lead Kings past Jazz, 125-104
1 year ago

Keegan Murray makes 12 3-pointers, scores career-high 47 points to lead Kings past Jazz, 125-104

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Keegan Murray made 12 3-pointers, two shy of the NBA record, and scored a career-high 47 points in the Sacramento Kings’ 125-104 victory over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night. Murray scored a franchise-record 26 points in the third quarter and had Klay Thompson’s NBA record of 14 3-pointers in his sights after making 12 of his …

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic ejected in second quarter against Bulls
1 year ago

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic ejected in second quarter against Bulls

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Nikola Jokic chose his words carefully. Jokic was ejected in the second quarter of Denver’s 114-106 victory at Chicago on Tuesday for the language he directed toward an official after he felt he was fouled on a layup attempt. I’ve never seen that, when the opposing gym’s been upset that the star player on the other team’s been …

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