Cavaliers Make Historic Start with Win over Lakers
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Cavaliers Make Historic Start with Win over Lakers

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The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 134-110 in a thrilling game that included a special homecoming for LeBron James and his son, Bronny. Evan Mobley led the Cavs with 25 points, while Donovan Mitchell added 24. Bronny James made his first NBA points with a 14-foot jumper in the final minutes, marking a significant moment for the young player.

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Darius Garland scores season-high 40 points, Cavaliers beat Raptors 132-126 for 12th straight win
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Darius Garland scores season-high 40 points, Cavaliers beat Raptors 132-126 for 12th straight win

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Darius Garland scored a season-high 40 points, Jarrett Allen had 18 points and 15 rebounds, and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Toronto Raptors 132-126 on Thursday night to extend their win streak to 12. Takeaways Raptors: Boucher and rookie Jamal Shead combined to make 12 of their first 13 shots, including all eight 3-pointers, as Toronto built …

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers prevails in showdown with Oklahoma City Thunder
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2 days ago

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers prevails in showdown with Oklahoma City Thunder

The Hindu  

Jarrett Allen collected 25 points and 11 rebounds to lift the host Cleveland Cavaliers to a 129-122 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday in a battle of the NBA’s top two teams. Oklahoma City superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points and Jalen Williams added 25 points and nine assists. Nuggets 126, Clippers 103 Jamal Murray had 21 points …

Cavaliers beat Thunder 129-122 to end OKC’s 15-game winning streak in matchup of NBA’s top teams
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2 days, 7 hours ago

Cavaliers beat Thunder 129-122 to end OKC’s 15-game winning streak in matchup of NBA’s top teams

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Jarrett Allen scored 25 points, Evan Mobley added 21 and the Cleveland Cavaliers ended Oklahoma City’s 15-game winning streak by beating the Thunder 129-122 on Wednesday night in a marquee meeting between the NBA’s top two teams. The Cavs extended their winning streak to 11, improved the league’s best record to 32-4 — 11-0 against the West — …

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 …

Cavaliers play the Thunder on 10-game win streak
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Cavaliers play the Thunder on 10-game win streak

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -2.5; over/under is 226.5 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland comes into a matchup against Oklahoma City as winners of 10 consecutive games. The Thunder average 115.1 points per game, 4.4 more than the 110.7 the Cavaliers give up to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Cavaliers: 10-0, averaging 125.2 …

Mavericks take on the Lakers on 5-game skid
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Mavericks take on the Lakers on 5-game skid

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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks Dallas; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -6.5; over/under is 218.5 BOTTOM LINE: Dallas looks to stop its five-game slide when the Mavericks play Los Angeles. The Lakers average 11.9 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.0 fewer made shot on average than the 12.9 per game the Mavericks give up. LAST …

Darius Garland scores 25 points, NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Hornets 115-105 for 10th straight win
5 days, 8 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 …

Andrew Wiggins scores 24 points as undermanned Warriors missing Stephen Curry beat Memphis 121-113
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6 days, 6 hours ago

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 …

After loss to Rockets, LeBron James says Lakers must ‘get uncomfortable’ to be great
6 days, 10 hours ago

After loss to Rockets, LeBron James says Lakers must ‘get uncomfortable’ to be great

LA Times  

The curse of the NBA regular season is that it’s a monthslong slog from city to city, from hotel rooms and hostile arenas, with opposing scouting reports bleeding into one another in what can create an unrecognizable blur. “I want to be a great team but it takes some things that maybe get uncomfortable out there,” LeBron James said. “We …

LeBron James breaks Michael Jordan’s record for most 30-point games
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LeBron James breaks Michael Jordan’s record for most 30-point games

The Hindu  

LeBron James has surpassed Michael Jordan’s NBA record for 30-point games during Los Angeles Lakers’ game against Atlanta on Friday night. Coincidentally, James also passed Dirk Nowitzki for the fourth-most games played in the regular season in NBA history during the Lakers’ visit from the Hawks. But James shows absolutely no signs of slowing in his record-tying 22nd season: He …

LeBron James passes Michael Jordan’s NBA record for most 30-point games in Lakers win over Hawks
1 week ago

LeBron James passes Michael Jordan’s NBA record for most 30-point games in Lakers win over Hawks

CNN  

CNN — LeBron James set yet another record on Friday as he surpassed the legendary Michael Jordan’s mark for the most 30-point games in NBA history, breaking the milestone in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 119-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. James scored 30 points on 13-of-20 shooting, reaching the mark with an 18-foot jumper reminiscent of Jordan deep into the …

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

NBA roundup: Josh Hart powers Knicks to ninth straight win
1 week, 2 days 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, …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

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

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

Austin Reaves and new-look Lakers are encouraged but can’t beat NBA-best Cavaliers
1 week, 4 days ago

Austin Reaves and new-look Lakers are encouraged but can’t beat NBA-best Cavaliers

LA Times  

The Lakers were again buried under an avalanche of Cleveland Cavaliers three-pointers, the spacing and the gaps on the court pulling the Lakers’ defense to all corners before it eventually snapped under tension. It was one that hoped a core of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell paired with a new coach could find another gear, another …

James still king of the court at 40
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1 week, 4 days ago

James still king of the court at 40

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander compete for a loose ball during an NBA Cup game on Nov 29 in Los Angeles. AP Superstar LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday on Monday, the milestone carrying him to yet another first in a league in which he has starred for more than two decades …

James still king of the court at 40
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1 week, 4 days ago

James still king of the court at 40

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander compete for a loose ball during an NBA Cup game on Nov 29 in Los Angeles. AP Superstar LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday on Monday, the milestone carrying him to yet another first in a league in which he has starred for more than two decades …

James still king of the court at 40
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1 week, 4 days ago

James still king of the court at 40

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander compete for a loose ball during an NBA Cup game on Nov 29 in Los Angeles. AP Superstar LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday on Monday, the milestone carrying him to yet another first in a league in which he has starred for more than two decades …

James still king of the court at 40
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James still king of the court at 40

China Daily  

A young James passes the ball off as he drives the lane for Cleveland against the Sacramento Kings in 2003. James won back-to-back titles with the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013, then returned to his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers and led them to the crown in 2016. But, he hasn't won a ring since 2020, when the Lakers triumphed in …

LeBron James Turns 40 Years Old On Monday, December 30
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LeBron James Turns 40 Years Old On Monday, December 30

Huff Post  

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Golden State Warriors during the first half at Chase Center on December 25, 2024 in San Francisco, California. Thearon W. Henderson via Getty Images When LeBron James broke another NBA record earlier this month, the one for most regular-season minutes played in …

NBA roundup: Jalen Brunson bags 55 points as Knicks extend winning run to seven games
1 week, 6 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 …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

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

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

LA Times  

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

Cleveland plays Denver on 5-game win streak
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Cleveland plays Denver on 5-game win streak

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Friday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland will attempt to keep its five-game win streak alive when the Cavaliers take on Denver. Cleveland ranks fourth in the Eastern Conference scoring 50.7 points per game in the paint led by Evan Mobley averaging 12.2. Mobley is scoring 18.5 points per game and averaging 9.0 rebounds …

LeBron James defies his age again in thrilling Lakers win over Warriors
2 weeks, 3 days ago

LeBron James defies his age again in thrilling Lakers win over Warriors

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James hugs teammate Austin Reaves after Reaves scored the winning basket in a 115-113 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. Lakers guard Austin Reaves celebrates with teammates Rui Hachimura and Max Christie after a 115-113 win over the Warriors on Wednesday night. Ex-Laker Dennis Schroder swished a three after a James block, and Curry hit …

Pistons overcome LeBron’s triple-double, beat Lakers 117-114 to sweep their season series
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Pistons overcome LeBron’s triple-double, beat Lakers 117-114 to sweep their season series

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Malik Beasley scored 21 points, Cade Cunningham had 20 points and 10 assists, and the Detroit Pistons held off the Los Angeles Lakers 117-114 Monday night to sweep the clubs’ season series. Jaden Ivey scored 18 points for the Pistons, who have beaten Phoenix and Los Angeles on the road to win back-to-back games for the first …

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, 4 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 …

Pistons expose LeBron James and Lakers for what they are
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Pistons expose LeBron James and Lakers for what they are

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives against Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II during the first half of the Lakers’ 117-114 loss Monday at Crypto.com Arena. And against a team such as Detroit, one that doesn’t have to try to be physical or athletic, it’s crystal clear what the Lakers aren’t — big, strong or particularly athletic. And Detroit’s muscle certainly …

Cavaliers play the Jazz on 4-game win streak
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Cavaliers play the Jazz on 4-game win streak

Associated Press  

Utah Jazz vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland seeks to keep its four-game win streak intact when the Cavaliers take on Utah. The Cavaliers score 121.7 points per game, 2.4 more points than the 119.3 the Jazz give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Cavaliers: 8-2, averaging 118.4 points, 44.8 rebounds, 28.0 assists, 8.8 steals and 3.3 …

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Lakers play the Pistons on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

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

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

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

Associated Press  

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

Darius Garland scores 26 points, NBA-leading Cavaliers rout 76ers 126-99 for 25th win in 29 games
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Darius Garland scores 26 points, NBA-leading Cavaliers rout 76ers 126-99 for 25th win in 29 games

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Darius Garland scored 26 points and Evan Mobley had 22 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists, sending the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers to a 126-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. Takeaways 76ers: Coach Nick Nurse felt comfortable with his rotation until rookie shooting guard Jared McCain underwent knee surgery Tuesday. Cavaliers: After a scoreless first quarter, …

James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

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

Associated Press  

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

Donovan Mitchell scores 27 as Cavs improve to 15-1 at home, roll over NBA Cup champion Bucks 124-101
3 weeks ago

Donovan Mitchell scores 27 as Cavs improve to 15-1 at home, roll over NBA Cup champion Bucks 124-101

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points, Darius Garland added 16 and the Cleveland Cavaliers moved to 15-1 at home with a 124-101 win on Friday night over the Milwaukee Bucks, who played for the first time since winning the NBA Cup. Giannis Antetokounmpo had 33 points and 14 rebounds for the Bucks, who may need a couple more days …

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

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

The Hindu  

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

Another record for LeBron James in the Lakers’ 113-100 victory over the Kings
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Another record for LeBron James in the Lakers’ 113-100 victory over the Kings

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — LeBron James had 19 points, six rebounds and seven assists while breaking the NBA record for regular-season minutes, helping the Los Angeles beat the Sacramento Kings 113-100 on Thursday night. Austin Reaves scored 35 points and D’Angelo Russell added 16 points to help the Lakers to their third win in four games. The Kings trailed most of …

LeBron James breaks incredible all-time NBA record after returning to Lakers in wake of 'personal issues'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

LeBron James breaks incredible all-time NBA record after returning to Lakers in wake of 'personal issues'

Daily Mail  

LeBron James has now played the most minutes of any player in NBA history, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to seal another incredible all-time record. LeBron James has now played the most minutes in the NBA ever He is back in the Lakers lineup after taking some time out for injury and 'personal reasons' Last year, LeBron broke another of Abdul-Jabbar's all-time …

LeBron James achieves another NBA record in Lakers’ win over Kings
3 weeks, 2 days ago

LeBron James achieves another NBA record in Lakers’ win over Kings

LA Times  

Midway through the first quarter Thursday night, LeBron James checked out against the Sacramento Kings, walking to the bench in the city where he played his first NBA regular season minutes more than 21 years ago. “I just think it’s just a commitment to the craft and to the passion and love I have for the game,” James said about …

NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT
3 weeks, 4 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 …

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

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

Associated Press  

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

LeBron James returns to score 18 in Lakers’ win vs Grizzlies after missing 2 games with foot injury
3 weeks, 5 days ago

LeBron James returns to score 18 in Lakers’ win vs Grizzlies after missing 2 games with foot injury

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James returned to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night in a 116-110 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies after a two-game break. “It’s very rare throughout the course of the season where you can take advantage of the schedule, and I was able to do that the past week.” The Lakers described James’ time away as …

Darius Garland scores 24 points for NBA-leading Cavaliers in 115-105 victory over Wizards
4 weeks ago

Darius Garland scores 24 points for NBA-leading Cavaliers in 115-105 victory over Wizards

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Darius Garland scored 24 points and Jarrett Allen had 21 points and 11 rebounds as the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Washington 115-105 on Friday night, sending the Wizards to their 18th loss in 19 games. Donovan Mitchell scored 20 points and Garland added eight assists for Cleveland, which is 22-4 and holds a 1 1/2-game lead over …

NBA roundup: Celtics downs Pistons for 12th straight time; Kings edges past Pelicans
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Celtics downs Pistons for 12th straight time; Kings edges past Pelicans

The Hindu  

Payton Pritchard came off the bench to score a game-high 27 points and deliver 10 assists, leading the Boston Celtics to a 123-99 win over the visiting Detroit Pistons on Thursday. Kings 111, Pelicans 109 Domantas Sabonis had 32 points and 20 rebounds, DeMar DeRozan scored 16 of his 29 points in the third quarter and visiting Sacramento beat New …

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
1 month ago

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to provide 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers held off the host Chicago Bulls for a 108-100 win in the NBA on Sunday afternoon. Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 25 points, with CJ McCollum adding 19, Dejounte Murray racking up 18 points and 11 assists and Yves Missi …

Without LeBron James, Lakers roll past Trail Blazers 107-98 to end 3-game skid
1 month ago

Without LeBron James, Lakers roll past Trail Blazers 107-98 to end 3-game skid

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis scored 30 points and had 11 rebounds, D’Angelo Russell added 28 points with 14 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-98 on Sunday night without LeBron James. With James missing his first game of the season because of a left foot contusion, Max Christie started his second game for the …

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

LeBron James misses 1st game this season, sidelined versus Portland due to left foot soreness
1 month ago

LeBron James misses 1st game this season, sidelined versus Portland due to left foot soreness

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James sat out the Los Angeles Lakers’ 107-98 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday due to left foot soreness, the NBA career scoring leader’s first missed game of the season. Without James, a trio of Lakers took charge, with Anthony Davis scoring 30 points with 11 rebounds, D’Angelo Russell adding 28 points with a …

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

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

The Hindu  

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

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