NBA-leading Cavaliers seize control in the 2nd half and beat Timberwolves 124-117
2 months, 1 week ago

NBA-leading Cavaliers seize control in the 2nd half and beat Timberwolves 124-117

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Donovan Mitchell scored 36 points, Darius Garland added 29 and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers took control in the second half and beat the Minnesota Timberwolves for a 124-117 on Saturday night. With the teams tied at halftime, Cleveland outscored Minnesota by 10 in the third quarter and opened the fourth with a 10-0 run to seize control. Minnesota was also missing a key player as guard Donte DiVincenzo sat for the second straight game with a left great toe sprain. Key moment Ty Jerome scored six straight points to end the third quarter, including a three-point play with 4.1 seconds remaining in the quarter, to give Cavaliers a 10-point lead.

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Timberwolves rally past Pistons in high-tension game
19 hours, 23 minutes ago

Timberwolves rally past Pistons in high-tension game

Hindustan Times  

Julius Randle scored 26 points on 9-for-18 shooting, and the Minnesota Timberwolves rallied for a 123-104 win over the Detroit Pistons in a game that featured a physical fracas on Sunday night in Minneapolis. The sequence started when Pistons guard Ron Holland II fouled Timberwolves forward Naz Reid on a layup attempt. The Timberwolves maintained momentum and built their lead …

Pistons to put 'grit' up against Timberwolves
2 days, 1 hour ago

Pistons to put 'grit' up against Timberwolves

Hindustan Times  

The Detroit Pistons have secured at least a play-in berth in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Anthony Edwards leads the Timberwolves with 27.2 points per game. He will look to break out of a recent cool spell in which he has averaged 18 points on 41.2 percent shooting overall and 28.6 percent shooting from 3-point range over the past three games. …

NBA roundup: Pistons knocks off Cavaliers, clinches winning season
2 days, 14 hours ago

NBA roundup: Pistons knocks off Cavaliers, clinches winning season

The Hindu  

Tim Hardaway Jr. had a season-high 32 points and the host Detroit Pistons clinched their first winning season in nine years by defeating the Eastern Conference-leading Cleveland Cavaliers 133-122 on Friday night. Leonard, who also had six rebounds and four steals, scored 25 points in the first half, while Ivica Zubac added 21 points and 12 boards. Raptors 108, Hornets …

NBA roundup: Josh Giddey helps Bulls stun Lakers at buzzer
3 days, 14 hours ago

NBA roundup: Josh Giddey helps Bulls stun Lakers at buzzer

The Hindu  

Josh Giddey buried a miracle shot from beyond halfcourt at the final buzzer as the Chicago Bulls overturned an 18-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 119-117 on Thursday. Giddey finished with 25 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists for his fifth triple-double of the season, while White scored 26 points and Kevin Huerter added 21 for Chicago. …

NBA roundup: LeBron James’ buzzer-beater lifts Lakers past Pacers
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4 days, 16 hours ago

NBA roundup: LeBron James’ buzzer-beater lifts Lakers past Pacers

The Hindu  

LeBron James tipped in the game-winning layup as time expired, giving the Los Angeles Lakers a 120-119 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis on Wednesday. James, who didn’t connect on a field goal until the fourth quarter, finished with 13 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists as the Lakers snapped a three-game losing streak. Doncic had 34 points, seven …

NBA Standings: Playoff, predictions and play-in tournament
5 days, 21 hours ago

NBA Standings: Playoff, predictions and play-in tournament

India Today  

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

Celtics extend their winning streak to 5 games with a 129-116 win over Trail Blazers
1 week ago

Celtics extend their winning streak to 5 games with a 129-116 win over Trail Blazers

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Jayson Tatum had 30 points, nine assists and nine rebounds and the Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to five games with a 129-116 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Sam Hauser shot 8 for 10 from long distance and scored 24 points, and Derrick White added 17 points and eight assists for Boston, which …

Cavaliers snap 4-game skid with 120-91 victory over Jazz
1 week ago

Cavaliers snap 4-game skid with 120-91 victory over Jazz

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Jarrett Allen scored 18 points and Donovan Mitchell added 16, helping Cleveland snap a four-game losing streak with a 120-91 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday. Allen bookended the run with a pair of baskets, his second one giving Cleveland a 66-45 lead five minutes into the second half. Takeaways Cavaliers: Cleveland exploited Utah’s poor …

Timberwolves seek revenge vs. red-hot Pacers
1 week, 1 day ago

Timberwolves seek revenge vs. red-hot Pacers

Hindustan Times  

The surging Indiana Pacers continue a five-game homestand on Monday when the Minnesota Timberwolves visit Indianapolis for the second meeting between the teams in a week. The win over Brooklyn Indiana's second against the Nets in as many games after a 105-99 overtime contest on Thursday marked Tyrese Haliburton's return to the lineup from lower back soreness. After Indiana snapped …

NBA roundup: Bulls rout Lakers in LeBron James’ return
1 week, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Bulls rout Lakers in LeBron James’ return

The Hindu  

Coby White, Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey led the hot-shooting Chicago Bulls to a 146-115 win over the host Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night, spoiling the returns of LeBron James and Rui Hachimura. Pacers 108, Nets 103 Tyrese Haliburton returned to the Indiana lineup from a three-game absence to put up 16 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds, and …

Dallas faces Brooklyn, aims to stop road skid
1 week, 1 day ago

Dallas faces Brooklyn, aims to stop road skid

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Brooklyn Nets New York; Monday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Dallas will try to end its three-game road skid when the Mavericks face Brooklyn. Kyrie Irving is scoring 24.7 points per game with 4.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists for the Mavericks. LAST 10 GAMES: Nets: 2-8, averaging 107.9 points, 42.3 rebounds, 26.3 assists, 7.5 steals and 4.6 …

Towns, Knicks beat Wizards 122-103 to snap two-game losing streak
1 week, 1 day ago

Towns, Knicks beat Wizards 122-103 to snap two-game losing streak

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Karl-Anthony Towns had 31 points and 11 rebounds, Mikal Bridges scored 27 points and the New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 122-103 on Saturday night. OG Anunoby had 23 points and Cam Payne chipped in 13 for the Knicks, who snapped a two-game losing streak. Washington then rattled off 12 consecutive points, capped by Smart’s 3-pointer …

NBA roundup: Rockets get by Heat for 9th straight win
1 week, 2 days ago

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

The Hindu  

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

Randle scores 20 points and Timberwolves stomp Pelicans 134-93 to keep pace in Western Conference
1 week, 2 days ago

Randle scores 20 points and Timberwolves stomp Pelicans 134-93 to keep pace in Western Conference

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Julius Randle had 20 points, six rebounds and five assists and the Minnesota Timberwolves avoided losing to one of the Western Conference’s worst teams for the second time in three days with a 134-93 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night. With his wife and three children in attendance, Minnesota’s Joe Ingles made his first start …

NBA 2025 roundup: White stars as Bulls storm back from 19 down to beat Kings; LeBron, Doncic sit out in Lakers defeat
1 week, 3 days ago

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

The Hindu  

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

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Lakers handle Nuggets
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1 week, 4 days ago

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Lakers handle Nuggets

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic scored 21 of his 31 points in the first quarter, Austin Reaves added 22 total and the Los Angeles Lakers turned a fast start into a 120-108 home victory over the short-handed Denver Nuggets on Wednesday. Duop Reath had 13 points and nine rebounds off the bench for Portland, which is two games behind the Phoenix Suns and …

Phoenix faces Cleveland after Booker’s 41-point performance
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1 week, 4 days ago

Phoenix faces Cleveland after Booker’s 41-point performance

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix plays the Cleveland Cavaliers after Devin Booker scored 41 points in the Phoenix Suns’ 127-121 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The Suns average 14.4 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.2 more made shots on average than the 13.2 per game the Cavaliers allow. LAST 10 GAMES: …

Minnesota and New Orleans meet for conference showdown
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1 week, 4 days ago

Minnesota and New Orleans meet for conference showdown

Associated Press  

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Friday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Trey Murphy III and the New Orleans Pelicans take on Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday. The Pelicans average 12.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.5 fewer makes per game than the Timberwolves allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: 8-2, averaging 122.0 points, 42.6 rebounds, …

The Kings hand the Cavaliers their 3rd straight loss with a 123-119 win
1 week, 4 days ago

The Kings hand the Cavaliers their 3rd straight loss with a 123-119 win

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points and the short-handed Sacramento Kings handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their third straight loss with a 123-119 victory on Wednesday night. DeRozan made back-to-back baskets down the stretch to give the Kings a 119-116 lead and they closed it out from there for their second consecutive win following a four-game losing streak. Evan …

NBA roundup: No Stephen Curry, but Warriors stop Bucks
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1 week, 5 days ago

NBA roundup: No Stephen Curry, but Warriors stop Bucks

The Hindu  

Jimmy Butler III scored a game-high 24 points, Brandin Podziemski returned from an injury to hit two key late 3-pointers and the host Golden State Warriors, playing without Stephen Curry, held off the Milwaukee Bucks 104-93 on Tuesday night. Clippers 132, Cavaliers 119 Ivica Zubac scored 28 points and grabbed 20 rebounds, Kawhi Leonard added 33 points and Los Angeles …

Knicks storm back to beat Miami 116-95 and send Heat to their 8th straight loss
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1 week, 6 days ago

Knicks storm back to beat Miami 116-95 and send Heat to their 8th straight loss

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Mikal Bridges scored 28 points, Josh Hart tied a franchise record with his eighth triple-double this season and the New York Knicks beat Miami 116-95 on Monday night, sending the Heat to their first eight-game losing streak of coach Erik Spoelstra’s career. Karl-Anthony Towns had 23 points for the Knicks, who fell behind 12-0, then completely turned …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Magic halts Cavs’ team-record 16-game win streak
2 weeks ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Magic halts Cavs’ team-record 16-game win streak

The Hindu  

Paolo Banchero had 24 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists as the visiting Orlando Magic snapped Cleveland’s franchise-record 16-game winning streak, beating the NBA-best Cavaliers 108-103 on Sunday. Lakers 107, Suns 96 Luka Doncic had 33 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, Austin Reaves added 28 points and host Los Angeles snapped a four-game losing streak by beating Phoenix. Damian …

Edwards leads Minnesota against Indiana after 41-point game
2 weeks ago

Edwards leads Minnesota against Indiana after 41-point game

Associated Press  

Indiana Pacers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Monday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -7.5; over/under is 229.5 BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota hosts the Indiana Pacers after Anthony Edwards scored 41 points in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 128-102 win against the Utah Jazz. Indiana ranks fifth in the Eastern Conference scoring 51.1 points per game in the paint led by Pascal Siakam …

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers notch franchise-record 16th consecutive win
2 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers notch franchise-record 16th consecutive win

The Hindu  

Evan Mobley had 22 points and 11 rebounds, and Darius Garland added 20 points and nine assists to lead the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers to their franchise-record 16th consecutive victory, a 133-124 win Friday over the Memphis Grizzlies. Clippers 121, Hawks 98 James Harden and Kawhi Leonard both scored 25 points to lead Los Angeles past host Atlanta for its fifth …

Cleveland plays Orlando, seeks 17th straight win
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Cleveland plays Orlando, seeks 17th straight win

Associated Press  

Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland; Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland will try to prolong its 16-game win streak with a victory over Orlando. The Cavaliers average 16.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 4.7 more made shots on average than the 11.4 per game the Magic allow. TOP PERFORMERS: Jarrett Allen is scoring 13.6 points per game …

Utah takes on Minnesota, looks to end 8-game slide
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Utah takes on Minnesota, looks to end 8-game slide

Associated Press  

Utah Jazz vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Sunday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Utah is looking to stop its eight-game losing streak with a victory over Minnesota. The Timberwolves’ 15.2 made 3-pointers per game this season are only 0.4 more made shots on average than the 14.8 per game the Jazz allow. The Jazz average 112.5 points per game, 3.5 more …

Celtics add to Miami’s misery, pull away in 4th for a 103-91 win over Heat
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Celtics add to Miami’s misery, pull away in 4th for a 103-91 win over Heat

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jayson Tatum scored 28 points, Jrue Holiday added 25 and the Boston Celtics pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat the freefalling Miami Heat 103-91 on Friday night. The Celtics outscored Miami 25-14 in the fourth quarter and their victory, combined with Atlanta’s loss to the Clippers, clinched a playoff spot for the defending NBA champions. The …

NBA roundup: Stephen Curry sinks 4,000th 3-pointer as Warriors stretch unbeaten run to six
2 weeks, 3 days ago

NBA roundup: Stephen Curry sinks 4,000th 3-pointer as Warriors stretch unbeaten run to six

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry became the first player in NBA history to make 4,000 career 3-pointers on Thursday as the Golden State Warriors extended their winning streak to a season-best six games with a 130-104 victory over the Sacramento Kings in San Francisco. Bucks 126, Lakers 106 Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 24 points and added 12 rebounds and nine assists to lead Milwaukee …

Anthony Edwards scores 29 points and Julius Randle adds 25 as Timberwolves rout Nuggets 115-95
2 weeks, 4 days ago

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

Associated Press  

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

NBA Roundup: Cavaliers ties team record with 15th straight win
2 weeks, 5 days ago

NBA Roundup: Cavaliers ties team record with 15th straight win

The Hindu  

Darius Garland had team highs of 30 points and eight assists as Cleveland rallied for a 109-104 victory over the visiting Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, the Cavaliers’ 15th consecutive win. CJ McCollum posted 23 points and seven assists, Trey Murphy III had 21 points, Karlo Matkovic added 15, Jose Alvarado had 14, Bruce Brown scored 12 and Jordan Hawkins added …

NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Nets 109-104 for their second 15-game win streak of season
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Nets 109-104 for their second 15-game win streak of season

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — All-Star Darius Garland scored 18 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for a 109-104 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night, matching the longest winning streak in franchise history at 15 games. Jarrett Allen had 23 points and 13 rebounds, and Evan Mobley had 21 points, nine rebounds and …

NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers become sixth team to win 15 straight matches
2 weeks, 5 days ago

NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers become sixth team to win 15 straight matches

India Today  

The Cleveland Cavaliers edged out the Brooklyn Nets in a thriller 109-104 on Tuesday night, March 11th. The Cavaliers extended their winning streak to 15 and became one of the six teams in the NBA's history to achieve such a feat in a single season. With Cameron Johnson and Ziaire Williams contributing 17 and 14 points, they put up a …

Minnesota faces Denver, seeks 4th straight road win
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Minnesota faces Denver, seeks 4th straight road win

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota will try to keep its three-game road win streak alive when the Timberwolves face Denver. The Nuggets’ 12.2 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.4 fewer made shots on average than the 12.6 per game the Timberwolves allow. The Timberwolves average 15.2 made 3-pointers per …

NBA roundup: Oklahoma City Thunder hammers Denver Nuggets for seventh consecutive win
3 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Oklahoma City Thunder hammers Denver Nuggets for seventh consecutive win

The Hindu  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points to lead Oklahoma City Thunder to its seventh consecutive victory, a 127-103 rout over visiting Denver Nuggets on Sunday. Clippers 111, Kings 110 James Harden scored 29 points, and Kawhi Leonard added 17 with the game-winning basket at the overtime buzzer as Los Angeles helped its playoff prospects by rallying for a victory over visiting …

Cade Cunningham’s 28 points help Pistons beat Trail Blazers 119-117
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3 weeks ago

Cade Cunningham’s 28 points help Pistons beat Trail Blazers 119-117

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Cade Cunningham scored 28 points, Tobias Harris added 20 points on 9-of-13 shooting and the Detroit Pistons defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 119-112 on Sunday night. The Pistons took the lead for good when Isaiah Stewart scored inside to make it 33-32 early in the second quarter and Cunningham made a layup that pushed Detroit’s lead to …

Cavaliers rely on scoring balance to beat Bucks 112-100 for 14th consecutive victory
3 weeks ago

Cavaliers rely on scoring balance to beat Bucks 112-100 for 14th consecutive victory

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Max Strus had 17 points to lead a balanced scoring attack as the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 on Sunday night for their 14th consecutive victory. Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 30 points and moved into 50th place on the NBA’s career scoring list. Damian Lillard added 22 points for the Bucks, who were playing for …

Timberwolves top Spurs 141-124 for 5th straight win on 25-point night for Anthony Edwards
3 weeks ago

Timberwolves top Spurs 141-124 for 5th straight win on 25-point night for Anthony Edwards

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored 25 points on 10-for-15 shooting to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the San Antonio Spurs 141-124 on Sunday night for their fifth consecutive victory and highest score this season. De’Aaron Fox scored 22 points on 8-for-12 shooting and Stephon Castle added 20 points for the Spurs, who fell to 3-7 since star center Victor Wembanyama …

NBA roundup: Boston Celtics beats Los Angeles Lakers to extend win streak
3 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Boston Celtics beats Los Angeles Lakers to extend win streak

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum had 40 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists to help the Boston Celtics extend its winning streak to four games by beating the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 111-101 on Saturday night. Nick Smith Jr. scored 19 points and Moussa Diabate added 16 points and 15 rebounds to help the Hornets snap a nine-game losing streak and beat the …

Wizards beat Raptors 118-117 when Shead’s basket at buzzer ruled late
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Wizards beat Raptors 118-117 when Shead’s basket at buzzer ruled late

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Jordan Poole scored 34 points and the NBA-worst Washington Wizards won their second straight game, beating Toronto 118-117 on Saturday night when Raptors guard Jamal Shead’s running layup at the buzzer was ruled to be late. Bilal Coulibaly added 18 points and 10 rebounds to help Washington improve to 13-49 with its second straight victory. The Wizards beat …

NBA roundup: Denver Nuggets’ Jokic goes for 31-22-21 in overtime win over Phoenix Suns
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3 weeks, 2 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 …

Timberwolves play the Spurs on 4-game win streak
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Timberwolves play the Spurs on 4-game win streak

Associated Press  

San Antonio Spurs vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Sunday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota is looking to keep its four-game win streak intact when the Timberwolves take on San Antonio. The Timberwolves average 112.4 points per game, 3.0 fewer points than the 115.4 the Spurs allow. The Spurs average 113.2 points per game, 4.2 more than the 109.0 the Timberwolves …

Conley, Reid and DiVincenzo lead the Timberwolves to 106-104 victory over the Heat
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Conley, Reid and DiVincenzo lead the Timberwolves to 106-104 victory over the Heat

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Mike Conley, Naz Reid and Donte DiVincenzo each scored 15 points each and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Miami Heat 106-104 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory. Edwards split two free throws with eight seconds left to put Minnesota ahead 106-101. Conley’s errant inbounds pass allowed the Heat a chance for a tying shot or go-ahead …

NBA-leading Cavaliers win 13th straight game, rallying to edge Hornets 118-117
3 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA-leading Cavaliers win 13th straight game, rallying to edge Hornets 118-117

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Donovan Mitchell scored 24 points and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for their 13th straight victory, 118-117 over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. Hunter’s contested follow shot with 43 seconds left gave Cleveland the lead for good at 112-110. Jusuf Nurkic added 12 points and 15 rebounds for Charlotte Takeaways Cavaliers: Cleveland has had three winning …

Timberwolves run win streak to 3 by beating Hornets
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Timberwolves run win streak to 3 by beating Hornets

Hindustan Times  

Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels pumped in 29 points apiece, and the Minnesota Timberwolves were rolling on offense in a 125-110 victory against the host Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night. Donte DiVincenzo finished with 16 points, Reid notched 13 points and Randle added nine assists as Minnesota won its third game in a row. LaMelo Ball poured in 28 points …

Cleveland Cavaliers enter NBA playoffs with win over Miami Heat
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Cleveland Cavaliers enter NBA playoffs with win over Miami Heat

Al Jazeera  

The Cavs maintain their 12-game unbeaten streak and become the first team to book a spot in the NBA postseason. Mitchell was one of six Cleveland players to finish in double figures against a short-handed Miami team missing Andrew Wiggins, Kel’el Ware and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Evan Mobley backed Mitchell with 16 points and 13 rebounds while Darius Garland finished …

Streaking Cavaliers set to face short-handed Heat
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Streaking Cavaliers set to face short-handed Heat

Hindustan Times  

Another month, another streak for the Cleveland Cavaliers, who have won 11 straight heading into a matchup against the visiting Miami Heat on Wednesday. HT Image Cleveland extended its third double-digit winning streak of the season with a 139-117 road victory over the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday. "There's the shooting, but they also offensive rebound really well and they can …

Wolves aim to avoid slipup vs. lowly Hornets
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Wolves aim to avoid slipup vs. lowly Hornets

Hindustan Times  

The Minnesota Timberwolves need to take care of matters against lowly teams, and they will have one such opportunity Wednesday night when they visit the Charlotte Hornets. DiVincenzo logged 12 points and eight assists on Tuesday in his fourth game since being sidelined for 19 consecutive games due to a toe injury. "Number one, just the consistency of it," Hornets …

NBA roundup: Lakers win as LeBron James hits milestone
3 weeks, 5 days ago

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 …

Wolves pull away from 76ers in 4th quarter
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Wolves pull away from 76ers in 4th quarter

Hindustan Times  

Naz Reid scored 23 points on 9-for-18 shooting, and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 126-112 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night in Minneapolis. HT Image Nickeil Alexander-Walker finished with 20 points on 8-for-11 shooting off the bench for Minnesota, which won its second game in a row. Anthony Edwards contributed 18 points and Jaden McDaniels scored …

Cleveland Cavaliers clinch playoff spot after beating Miami Heat for 12th consecutive win
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Cleveland Cavaliers clinch playoff spot after beating Miami Heat for 12th consecutive win

CNN  

CNN — The NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers clinched the first playoff spot of the season after holding off the shorthanded Miami Heat 112-107 at home Wednesday night. Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell had a team-high 26 points to go along with seven rebounds and five assists, as the Cavs picked up their 12th consecutive victory to improve to 52-10. … But we …

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