Jokic over Lillard and Embiid for MVP? LaMelo Ball still Rookie of the Year?: Zach Harper’s 2021 NBA Awards Rankings
3 years, 11 months ago

Jokic over Lillard and Embiid for MVP? LaMelo Ball still Rookie of the Year?: Zach Harper’s 2021 NBA Awards Rankings

New York Times  

No, this isn’t an April Fool’s post. 5 Honorable Mentions: Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers | Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks | Donovan Mitchell, Utah Jazz | Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks | Steph Curry, Golden State Warriors Crazy Stats — 25.9 points, 11.1 assists, 8.2 rebounds, 61.6 percent true shooting, close to being 2nd player in NBA history averaging at least 26.0 points, 11.0 assists, 8.0 rebounds Player Impact — Difference of 3.2 points per 100 possessions in net rating when he’s on and off the court for the Nets. Player Impact — Difference of 13.7 points per 100 possessions in net rating when he’s on and off the court. Player Impact — Difference of 12.7 points per 100 possessions in net rating when he’s on and off the court. That’s nearly 3.5 points per 100 possessions better than the historic Nets offense for the season.

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NBA roundup: No Stephen Curry, but Warriors stop Bucks
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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 …

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

Associated Press  

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

NBA: Unbelievable Austin Reaves went undrafted says Luka Doncic stunned by his scoring streak
3 days, 9 hours ago

NBA: Unbelievable Austin Reaves went undrafted says Luka Doncic stunned by his scoring streak

India Today  

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves called himself out for a poor performance at the NBA regular game against the Brooklyn Nets on March 10. Lakers teammate Luka Doncic was left stunned by Reaves’ 30-point score in his fourth game in five days, particularly given his unconventional path to the NBA. For him to go undrafted is unbelievable” - Luka …

Plucky Lakers nearly beat Nuggets despite Luka Doncic, LeBron James among LA’s sidelined starters
6 days, 10 hours ago

Plucky Lakers nearly beat Nuggets despite Luka Doncic, LeBron James among LA’s sidelined starters

Associated Press  

DENVER — Luka Doncic sat out the Los Angeles Lakers’ 131-126 loss at Denver on Friday night, cheering on his scrappy, short-handed teammates who nearly pulled off a shocker without four starters. Doncic joined LeBron James on the Lakers’ lengthy list of unavailable players after scoring 45 points a night earlier in a loss at Milwaukee. “I’m proud of the …

Jokic has 35 points and 18 rebounds to lead Nuggets past West-leading Thunder 140-127
1 week, 3 days ago

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

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Nikola Jokic had 35 points, 18 rebounds and eight assists, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 140-127 on Monday night. Jamal Murray scored 34 points for the Nuggets, who lost 127-103 in Oklahoma City on Sunday. Lu Dort had a season-high 26 points and made eight 3-pointers and Isaiah Hartenstein scored 20 points for …

Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns
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1 week, 6 days ago

Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic sat in front of his locker, calmly scrolling through his phone, seemingly unimpressed that 30 minutes earlier he made NBA history. The three-time NBA MVP had the league’s first 30-20-20 triple-double in the Denver Nuggets’ 149-141 overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night. “I was talking to and he said to me, ‘That was …

NBA roundup: Denver Nuggets’ Jokic goes for 31-22-21 in overtime win over Phoenix Suns
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1 week, 6 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 …

Nikola Jokic has 31 points, 22 assists and 21 rebounds in Nuggets’ 149-141 OT win over Suns
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1 week, 6 days ago

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

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 31 points, 21 rebounds and a career-high 22 assists and the Denver Nuggets outlasted the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime Friday night after losing a 21-point lead. Jokic became the first NBA player with a triple-double of at least 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists. They went ahead 122-120 in the final minute, but …

Doncic and James propel Lakers to 113-109 overtime victory over Knicks for 8th straight win
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2 weeks ago

Doncic and James propel Lakers to 113-109 overtime victory over Knicks for 8th straight win

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic scored 32 points, LeBron James added 31 and the Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to eight games by overcoming a double-digit deficit in the fourth quarter and defeating the New York Knicks 113-109 in overtime Thursday night. James scored the Lakers’ final four points, all at the foul line, and finished with 12 …

Jokic has 22 points, 14 rebounds, Nuggets beat Kings, 116-110
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Jokic has 22 points, 14 rebounds, Nuggets beat Kings, 116-110

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Russell Westbrook scored 25 points, and the Denver Nuggets rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Sacramento Kings 116-110 on Wednesday night. DeMar DeRozan scored 18 of his 35 points in the third quarter to give Sacramento a 93-84 lead heading into the fourth, but Westbrook gave the Nuggets …

NBA roundup: Lakers win as LeBron James hits milestone
2 weeks, 1 day 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 …

LeBron James is first NBA player to score 50,000 points. What’s next? Luka Doncic says ‘70K’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

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

LA Times  

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

Jokic has a triple-double to help Denver snap Detroit’s 8-game winning streak, 134-119
2 weeks, 6 days ago

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

Associated Press  

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

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

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

The Hindu  

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

LeBron James powers the Lakers to 4th straight victory, 111-102 over the Timberwolves
3 weeks ago

LeBron James powers the Lakers to 4th straight victory, 111-102 over the Timberwolves

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James had 33 points and 17 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers won their fourth straight game, holding off the Minnesota Timberwolves 111-102 on Thursday night. The Timberwolves were able to rally back despite All-Star guard Anthony Edwards being ejected with 5:27 remaining in the third quarter after picking up his second technical foul. Takeaways Timberwolves: …

NBA roundup: Doncic, LeBron shine as Lakers halt Nuggets’ win streak
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

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

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic had 32 points and 10 rebounds, LeBron James scored 25 points and the visiting Los Angeles Lakers beat the Nuggets 123-100 on Saturday night to end Denver’s nine-game winning streak. Aaron Gordon scored 24 points, Jamal Murray added 19, Russell Westbrook finished with 17, Michael Porter Jr. scored 13 and Christian Braun contributed 10. Toumani Camara recorded 20 …

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers hammers New York Knicks by 37 points
3 weeks, 6 days ago

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

The Hindu  

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

LeBron James scores 40 points to lead Lakers past Trail Blazers 110-102
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LeBron James scores 40 points to lead Lakers past Trail Blazers 110-102

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — LeBron James scored 40 points, including eight straight in a fourth-quarter surge, and Austin Reaves had 32 as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 110-102 on Thursday night. After an empty possession for Portland, James made a 3-pointer to give the Lakers an 86-81 lead. James then made a fadeaway jumper to cap a …

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

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

The Hindu  

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

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

NBA roundup: Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks trounce Pacers

The Hindu  

Karl-Anthony Towns notched 40 points and 12 rebounds, Josh Hart scored a season-high 30 points, and the New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 128-115 on Tuesday night in Indianapolis. Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 24 points, Bennedict Mathurin scored 18 off the bench, and Thomas Bryant added 18 points and nine rebounds. Pistons 132, Bulls 92 Reserve Malik Beasley …

Denver hosts Portland after Jokic’s 40-point game
1 month, 1 week ago

Denver hosts Portland after Jokic’s 40-point game

Associated Press  

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Wednesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Denver hosts the Portland Trail Blazers after Nikola Jokic scored 40 points in the Denver Nuggets’ 146-117 win against the Portland Trail Blazers. The Nuggets average 11.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.1 fewer makes per game than the Trail Blazers give up. LAST 10 GAMES: …

Luka Doncic off the mark as Los Angeles Lakers routs Utah Jazz
1 month, 1 week ago

Luka Doncic off the mark as Los Angeles Lakers routs Utah Jazz

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic had 14 points, five rebounds and four assists in his Lakers debut as Los Angeles beat the Utah Jazz 132-113 on Monday night. LeBron James had 24 points, seven rebounds and eight assists, Austin Reaves scored 22 and the Lakers got their sixth straight win. Buoyed by its new superstar, Los Angeles had seven players reach double figures, …

Luka Dončić makes Los Angeles Lakers debut after trade
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1 month, 1 week ago

Luka Dončić makes Los Angeles Lakers debut after trade

ABC  

Luka Dončić produced 14 points, five rebounds and four assists in his Los Angeles Lakers debut and LeBron James added 24 points, seven rebounds and eight assists as the newly formed star duo led the way to a 132-113 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz. Why Luka Dončić trade is considered controversial Photo shows Rob Pelinka, Luka Doncic and JJ …

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

Luka Doncic makes LA Lakers debut with win against Utah Jazz

Al Jazeera  

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

Milwaukee takes on Golden State after Lillard’s 43-point game
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Milwaukee takes on Golden State after Lillard’s 43-point game

Associated Press  

Golden State Warriors vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Warriors -6; over/under is 232 BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee takes on the Golden State Warriors after Damian Lillard scored 43 points in the Milwaukee Bucks’ 135-127 win against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Bucks average 14.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.2 more made shots on average …

NBA roundup: LeBron James makes history in Lakers’ win over Warriors
1 month, 2 weeks ago

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

The Hindu  

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

LeBron scores 26, and the Lakers thrash the Clippers 122-97 with Luka Doncic watching on the bench
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

LeBron scores 26, and the Lakers thrash the Clippers 122-97 with Luka Doncic watching on the bench

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — LeBron James had 26 points, nine assists and eight rebounds, and Luka Doncic watched approvingly from the bench while the Los Angeles Lakers thrashed the Los Angeles Clippers 122-97 Tuesday night. Doncic clapped and occasionally fist-pumped during the Lakers’ outstanding performance in their first game since they made the seismic trade to acquire the All-NBA scoring champion …

NBA Roundup: Celtics win on Jayson Tatum’s last-second shot
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NBA Roundup: Celtics win on Jayson Tatum’s last-second shot

The Hindu  

Jaylen Brown scored 28 points, and Jayson Tatum added 27, including a tiebreaking jumper with 0.2 seconds left, as the visiting Boston Celtics held off the New Orleans Pelicans 118-116 on Friday night. Tatum added 10 assists, Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White scored 16 points each, and Luke Kornet had 11 off the bench for the Celtics, who earned their …

NBA roundup: Tyrese Maxey scores 43 points as Philadelphia 76ers beats Los Angeles Lakers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Tyrese Maxey scores 43 points as Philadelphia 76ers beats Los Angeles Lakers

The Hindu  

Tyrese Maxey scored 43 points as the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers used a dominant second quarter to power a 118-104 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday, extending its winning streak to three games. LeBron James amassed 31 points, eight rebounds and nine assists for the Lakers, which lost star centre Anthony Davis in the first quarter to an …

NBA roundup: Amen Thompson, Rockets sink Celtics late
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Amen Thompson, Rockets sink Celtics late

The Hindu  

Amen Thompson made a game-winning floater with 1.3 seconds remaining to polish off a career night, lifting the visiting Houston Rockets to a 114-112 victory over the short-handed Boston Celtics on Monday night. LeBron James racked up 22 points, seven rebounds and eight assists for the Lakers, who have won four straight games and six of their past seven. Raptors …

NBA roundup: Nikola Jokic’s 5th straight triple-double lifts Nuggets
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Nikola Jokic’s 5th straight triple-double lifts Nuggets

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic had 35 points, 22 rebounds and a season-high 17 assists for his fifth straight triple-double, and the host Denver Nuggets held on to beat the Sacramento Kings 132-123 on Thursday night. Domantas Sabonis had 23 points and 19 rebounds, DeMar DeRozan scored 24 and De’Aaron Fox finished with 17 points for Sacramento, which is now 10-3 under interim …

Nikola Jokic hits 66-foot heave to highlight his 5th straight triple-double
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic hits 66-foot heave to highlight his 5th straight triple-double

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic took an inbounds pass with 1.7 seconds left in the third quarter, turned and let fly with a 66-foot heave that got all net at the other end. “He’s a guy that has this uncanny ability.” Jokic took the low-percentage shot but saw his 3-point average rise. It’s going to help us.” Jokic’s shot highlighted his …

DeMar DeRozan scores 32 points in the Kings’ 123-117 comeback victory over the Warriors
1 month, 3 weeks ago

DeMar DeRozan scores 32 points in the Kings’ 123-117 comeback victory over the Warriors

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — DeMar DeRozan scored 32 points, Domantas Sabonis had 26 points and 18 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings overcame an 18-point deficit to beat the Golden State Warriors 123-117 on Wednesday night. Malik Monk added 20 points and nine assists and DeAaron Fox had 14 points for Sacramento, which made 30 of 32 free throws. DeRozan scored 19 …

From Kobe and Zion to Embiid and KAT, major NBA highlights have happened on Jan. 22
1 month, 3 weeks ago

From Kobe and Zion to Embiid and KAT, major NBA highlights have happened on Jan. 22

New York Times  

By the final hours of the NBA schedule on this date last year, two major headlines dominated the league. “I knew he was having a great game, but it never crossed my mind he was going to get 81.” Mamba mentality 🐍 Here’s all of Kobe’s 81 points vs. Toronto pic.twitter.com/GYn7KwXZZI — NBA TV August 24, 2020 Nineteen years later, …

Boston visits Denver after Jokic’s 46-point outing
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Boston visits Denver after Jokic’s 46-point outing

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Denver plays the Boston Celtics after Nikola Jokic scored 46 points in the Denver Nuggets’ 122-111 overtime win over the San Antonio Spurs. Denver ranks fourth in the Western Conference with 34.4 defensive rebounds per game led by Jokic averaging 9.5. LAST 10 GAMES: Nuggets: 6-4, averaging 124.5 …

NBA roundup: Oklahoma Thunder extends winning run to 14 games; Celtics beats Rockets
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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 …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Steph Curry, LeBron James guide respective teams to wins
2 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Steph Curry, LeBron James guide respective teams to wins

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry added to his 3-point-shooting lore Thursday night, making all eight of his attempts for the first time in his career as the Golden State Warriors routed the Philadelphia 76ers 139-105 in San Francisco. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 29 points and Jalen Williams added 18 to help the Thunder move within one win of the franchise’s all-time longest winning streak. …

NBA Roundup: Anthony Edwards’ late 3-pointer helps Wolves edge Rockets
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Embiid stands tall against Celtics, despite pregame fall
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Embiid stands tall against Celtics, despite pregame fall

China Daily  

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid drives past Al Horford of the Boston Celtics during an NBA game on Wednesday in Boston. AP BOSTON — Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid wasn't going to let a pregame stumble keep him from playing rival Boston Celtics in one of the NBA's marquee games. "It was a little sore, but it was Christmas," Embiid said …

Embiid shakes off pregame fall, leads Sixers to 118-114 win over Celtics
2 months, 3 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 …

76ers star Joel Embiid falls during warmups but remains in lineup for matchup with Celtics
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

76ers star Joel Embiid falls during warmups but remains in lineup for matchup with Celtics

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid wasn’t going to let a pregame stumble keep him from playing the rival Boston Celtics in one of the NBA’s marquee games. “It was a little sore, but it was Christmas,” Embiid said after soaking both ankles in tubs of ice in the Philadelphia locker room following the game. “I’ve got to play …

Warriors host the Lakers for Christmas day matchup
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

NBA Roundup: Nikola Jokic finishes with triple-double to lift Denver Nuggets in OT
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2 months, 3 weeks 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 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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

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

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
3 months, 1 week 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 …

Jokic’s career high of 56 points comes during a low point for the Nuggets
3 months, 1 week ago

Jokic’s career high of 56 points comes during a low point for the Nuggets

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Nikola Jokic scored a career-high 56 points and had little to celebrate afterward. I think it’s everybody’s fault.” If Jokic had any excitement over an astounding stat line that also included 16 rebounds and eight assists, he didn’t show it. “In my country, where I’m coming from, after this kind of stretch, you’re going to get paycheck that …

Jokic scores 38 points and helps Nuggets mount a late comeback to beat Warriors 119-115
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jokic scores 38 points and helps Nuggets mount a late comeback to beat Warriors 119-115

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 38 points, 10 rebounds and five steals to rally the Denver Nuggets to a 119-115 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Golden State was without defensive anchor Draymond Green, who was sidelined with left calf tightness. Warriors: Golden State was without defensive anchor Draymond Green, who was sidelined with left calf tightness. …

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