Trail Blazers (12–1) def. Celtics (3–10), 127–116
Trail Blazers:
Nikola Jokić — 29 PTS, 15 REB, 11 AST Lauri Markkanen — 27 PTS, 8 REB Immanuel Quickley — 24 PTS, 9 AST Anfernee Simons — 18 PTS Daniel Gafford — 12 PTS, 10 REB
Celtics:
James Harden — 31 PTS, 10 AST Kyrie Irving — 28 PTS, 6 AST Rudy Gobert — 14 PTS, 13 REB Josh Hart — 12 PTS, 8 REB
Portland entered the night with the league's best record and looked every bit like a title favorite. Jokić recorded his fifth triple-double of the season, and Boston simply had no answer for the Blazers' ball movement. Harden and Kyrie combined for 59 points, but the Celtics' perimeter defense continues to be one of the league's worst.
76ers (11–2) def. Wizards (2–11), 121–109
76ers:
Victor Wembanyama — 33 PTS, 14 REB, 5 BLK Stephon Castle — 21 PTS, 7 AST Chet Holmgren — 20 PTS, 9 REB Jrue Holiday — 15 PTS, 8 AST
Wizards:
Kevin Durant — 34 PTS, 9 REB Jalen Brunson — 25 PTS, 8 AST Paul George — 18 PTS Cameron Thomas — 14 PTS
Washington's stars kept things close for three quarters, but Wembanyama completely took over the fourth, scoring 14 points in the final period. Philadelphia's frontcourt dominance remains unmatched, as the Sixers outscored the Wizards 58–34 in the paint.
Rockets (11–2) def. Heat (2–12), 112–101
Rockets:
Karl-Anthony Towns — 31 PTS, 13 REB Derrick White — 22 PTS Donte DiVincenzo — 17 PTS Mark Williams — 14 PTS, 11 REB
Heat:
Brandon Miller — 28 PTS Jared McCain — 20 PTS Zaccharie Risacher — 17 PTS Dillon Brooks — 14 PTS
Houston's defense suffocated Miami late, holding the Heat scoreless for nearly four minutes in the fourth quarter. Towns dominated inside, while Derrick White hit three clutch threes to put the game away. This Houston team doesn't have many good players-how are they in the top 3?!
Timberwolves (10–3) def. Nuggets (1–12), 118–104
Timberwolves:
LeBron James — 27 PTS, 10 AST, 8 REB Jaden Ivey — 24 PTS Austin Reaves — 20 PTS Josh Giddey — 13 PTS, 9 AST
Nuggets:
Ja Morant — 29 PTS, 8 AST Tyler Herro — 23 PTS Fred VanVleet — 15 PTS Mitchell Robinson — 12 REB
Minnesota's veteran core took control early and never looked back. LeBron orchestrated the offense masterfully, while Denver's nightmare season continued with its twelfth loss in thirteen games.
Spurs (10–4) def. Pelicans (3–11), 116–107
Spurs:
Giannis Antetokounmpo — 35 PTS, 14 REB Brandon Ingram — 24 PTS Scoot Henderson — 18 PTS, 9 AST Donovan Clingan — 12 PTS, 11 REB
Pelicans:
De'Aaron Fox — 30 PTS Alperen Şengün — 24 PTS, 12 REB Moses Moody — 15 PTS Kevin Huerter — 14 PTS
Giannis attacked New Orleans relentlessly, living at the free-throw line all night and learning the ways of SGA. Despite another solid game from Şengün, and a crafty performance from Fox, the Pelicans couldn't handle all of San Antonio's size.
Pacers (10–4) def. Suns (3–10), 123–118
Pacers:
Jamal Murray — 33 PTS Jaylen Brown — 27 PTS DeMar DeRozan — 21 PTS Ivica Zubac — 15 PTS, 12 REB
Suns:
Trae Young — 35 PTS, 12 AST O.G. Anunoby — 21 PTS Bobby Portis Jr. — 18 PTS Jaime Jaquez Jr. — 14 PTS
Phoenix erased a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter, but Jamal Murray answered with back-to-back daggers in the final minute. The Suns fall to 3–10 despite another spectacular Trae Young performance.
Warriors (10–4) def. Nets (4–9), 128–120
Warriors:
Luka Dončić — 41 PTS, 11 AST, 9 REB Pascal Siakam — 26 PTS Michael Porter Jr. — 22 PTS Tre Johnson — 14 PTS
Nets:
Devin Booker — 37 PTS Keegan Murray — 21 PTS Jabari Smith Jr. — 18 PTS Reed Sheppard — 16 PTS
Luka narrowly missed a triple-double, but completely controlled the tempo of the entire game. Brooklyn actually led midway through the third quarter, but Golden State closed the game on a 20–8 run.
Cavaliers (9–3) def. Kings (5–8), 114–110
Cavaliers:
Speddy Barnes — 28 PTS, 11 REB, 8 AST Bradley Beal — 24 PTS Jalen Suggs — 18 PTS Isaiah Hartenstein — 14 PTS, 12 REB
Kings:
Jayson Tatum — 36 PTS LaMelo Ball — 24 PTS, 10 AST Tari Eason — 15 PTS Clint Capela — 11 REB
Tatum nearly stole the game with 17 fourth-quarter points, but Speddy Barnes answered every Sacramento run. Cleveland continues to look like one of the East's deepest teams, while the Kings continue to look like one of the league's thickest blockheads.
Magic (9–4) def. Hornets (5–8), 122–117
Magic:
Anthony Edwards — 38 PTS Domantas Sabonis — 22 PTS, 15 REB Dylan Harper — 18 PTS Klay Thompson — 17 PTS
Hornets:
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — 34 PTS Trey Murphy III — 22 PTS Jaren Jackson Jr. — 20 PTS Julius Randle — 16 PTS, 10 REB
Anthony Edwards exploded all over the Hornets for 16 points in the fourth quarter, spoiling another brilliant performance from SGA. Orlando's offense has quietly become one of the league's most entertaining units.
Clippers (9–5) def. Lakers (3–10), 111–104
Clippers:
Anthony Davis — 30 PTS, 16 REB Bam Adebayo — 21 PTS, 11 REB Dejounte Murray — 19 PTS, 8 AST Christian Braun — 15 PTS
Lakers:
Cooper Flagg — 25 PTS Kristaps Porziņģis — 21 PTS Mikal Bridges — 19 PTS Jalen Duren — 14 PTS, 12 REB
The battle of the Los Angeles belonged to the Clippers tonight, who dominate the paint with AD and Bam. Meanwhile, the Lakers continue to be the ones getting Dominat-ED.
Raptors (9–4) def. Bulls (6–7), 118–112
Raptors:
Donovan Mitchell — 36 PTS Kawhi Leonard — 24 PTS, 8 REB Jalen Green — 21 PTS Ausar Thompson — 12 PTS, 10 REB
Bulls:
Paolo Banchero — 32 PTS Jalen Johnson — 22 PTS Bilal Coulibaly — 16 PTS Onyeka Okongwu — 14 PTS, 11 REB
Donovan Mitchell erupted for 15 fourth-quarter points, carrying Toronto to another impressive victory. Chicago's young stars continue to show promise, but late-game execution remains an issue for the Bulls, and the Raptors were the ones manning the Gallows tonight.
Thunder (8–5) def. Hawks (6–7), 119–115
Thunder:
Cade Cunningham — 31 PTS, 10 AST Zach LaVine — 27 PTS Jarrett Allen — 17 PTS, 13 REB Jaden McDaniels — 14 PTS
Hawks:
Franz Wagner — 30 PTS Darius Garland — 24 PTS, 10 AST Walker Kessler — 14 PTS, 12 REB Buddy Hield — 15 PTS
Cade Cunningham controlled the game from start to finish, slicing through Atlanta's defense all night. The Thunder have now won five of their last six games. The Hawks' Wings get clipped once more. How many more times before they're irreparable?
Knicks (8–5) def. Bucks (6–7), 120–116
Knicks:
Tyrese Maxey — 34 PTS Evan Mobley — 22 PTS, 12 REB Devin Vassell — 21 PTS Jerami Grant — 18 PTS
Bucks:
Tyrese Haliburton — 28 PTS, 13 AST Shaedon Sharpe — 24 PTS Naz Reid — 20 PTS Tre Mann — 14 PTS
Maxey was unstoppable in crunch time, scoring nine straight Knicks points in the final two minutes. Milwaukee's offense looked great, but defensive lapses cost them dearly.
Grizzlies (7–6) def. Pistons (2–11), 124–113
Grizzlies:
Zion Williamson — 34 PTS, 9 REB Amen Thompson — 19 PTS, 8 AST Collin Sexton — 21 PTS Dereck Lively II — 15 PTS, 13 REB
Pistons:
Damian Lillard — 33 PTS R.J. Barrett — 23 PTS Deni Avdija — 18 PTS Zach Edey — 12 PTS, 11 REB
Zion bullied Detroit all night, repeatedly attacking the rim in transition. Memphis snapped a two-game skid, while the Pistons continue to search for answers. When the fans pointed to their watches and asked what time it was tonight, the answer...was Lunchtime.
Jazz (8–5) def. Mavericks (7–6), 121–118
Jazz:
Joel Embiid — 38 PTS, 16 REB Jalen Williams — 25 PTS Malik Monk — 20 PTS T.J. McConnell — 11 AST
Mavericks:
Stephen Curry — 40 PTS Desmond Bane — 29 PTS John Collins — 17 PTS Devin Carter — 12 PTS
Another 40 piece Mcnugget for Curry. While Curry was in the Drive-Thru with Bane in the Passenger seat, Embiid was feasting inside, but Curry sped off with the meal.
76ers (12–2) def. Cavaliers (9–4), 108–102
76ers:
Stephon Castle — 24 PTS, 6 AST Victor Wembanyama — 21 PTS, 12 REB, 4 BLK Chet Holmgren — 18 PTS, 9 REB Isaiah Joe — 16 PTS Jrue Holiday — 11 PTS, 8 AST
Cavaliers:
Scottie Barnes — 25 PTS, 8 REB, 7 AST Bradley Beal — 20 PTS Jalen Suggs — 17 PTS Isaiah Hartenstein — 14 PTS, 13 REB
With Jrue Holiday in foul trouble for much of the second half, Stephon Castle took over late, scoring 10 points in the fourth quarter. Wembanyama struggled from deep (1-7) but still controlled the paint defensively.
Magic (10–4) def. Raptors (9–5), 114–109
Magic:
Anthony Edwards — 29 PTS Domantas Sabonis — 18 PTS, 14 REB, 7 AST Klay Thompson — 20 PTS Dylan Harper — 15 PTS
Raptors:
Donovan Mitchell — 27 PTS Kawhi Leonard — 19 PTS, 8 REB Jalen Green — 18 PTS Wendell Carter Jr. — 14 PTS, 11 REB
The Magic got hot from three in the third quarter, with Klay Thompson knocking down five triples. Kawhi never found his rhythm, shooting 7-for-19 from the field. Today the Ant took down the Spider.
Timberwolves (11–3) def. Spurs (10–5), 106–100
Timberwolves:
Austin Reaves — 25 PTS LeBron James — 20 PTS, 9 AST, 8 REB Jaden Ivey — 18 PTS Herbert Jones — 14 PTS, 4 STL
Spurs:
Giannis Antetokounmpo — 24 PTS, 10 REB Brandon Ingram — 23 PTS Scoot Henderson — 17 PTS, 8 AST Luke Kennard — 13 PTS
Giannis picked up his fourth foul midway through the third quarter and never quite got back into rhythm. Austin Reaves carried Minnesota offensively, scoring 11 points in the final period.
Pacers (11–4) def. Knicks (8–6), 117–113
Pacers:
Jamal Murray — 28 PTS Jaylen Brown — 24 PTS Coby White — 17 PTS Ivica Zubac — 15 PTS, 12 REB
Knicks:
Tyrese Maxey — 31 PTS Devin Vassell — 20 PTS Evan Mobley — 18 PTS, 14 REB Jordan Poole — 16 PTS
Maxey erupted all on the Pacers for 16 fourth-quarter points, but the Pacers fought through the blinding restriction and answered every run. Jamal Murray buried a step-back three with 37 seconds remaining to seal the game.
Warriors (11–4) def. Clippers (9–6), 112–107
Warriors:
Luka Dončić — 27 PTS, 8 AST Pascal Siakam — 24 PTS, 9 REB Michael Porter Jr. — 19 PTS Jaden Hardy — 15 PTS
Clippers:
Bam Adebayo — 23 PTS, 12 REB Dejounte Murray — 20 PTS, 8 AST Anthony Davis — 18 PTS, 11 REB Christian Braun — 14 PTS
Anthony Davis battled foul trouble all night and played just 29 minutes, a much larger number than what he would have played if injuries were turned on. Meanwhile, Jaden Hardy gave Golden State a huge spark off the bench, scoring nine straight points in the second quarter.
Hornets (6–8) def. Celtics (3–11), 120–115
Hornets:
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — 30 PTS, 8 AST Trey Murphy III — 24 PTS Julius Randle — 21 PTS, 10 REB Duncan Robinson — 15 PTS
Celtics:
Kyrie Irving — 25 PTS James Harden — 22 PTS, 9 AST Josh Hart — 19 PTS Rudy Gobert — 12 PTS, 14 REB
Boston led by 12 entering the fourth quarter, but Charlotte exploded for 39 points in the final frame. Trigga hit four threes in the second half to complete the comeback.
Bulls (7–7) def. Heat (2–13), 109–98
Bulls:
Paolo Banchero — 26 PTS, 9 REB Jalen Johnson — 22 PTS Bilal Coulibaly — 16 PTS Onyeka Okongwu — 14 PTS, 10 REB
Heat:
Brandon Miller — 23 PTS Jared McCain — 18 PTS Rui Hachimura — 16 PTS Zaccharie Risacher — 14 PTS
Chicago's defense completely shut down Miami in the third quarter, holding the Heat to just 16 points. Paolo attacked the rim relentlessly and got to the free-throw line 12 times.
Kings (6–8) def. Suns (3–11), 116–111
Kings:
Jayson Tatum — 30 PTS, 8 REB LaMelo Ball — 18 PTS, 13 AST Tari Eason — 17 PTS Clint Capela — 13 PTS, 14 REB
Suns:
Trae Young — 28 PTS, 11 AST O.G. Anunoby — 22 PTS Bobby Portis Jr. — 17 PTS Dennis Schröder — 15 PTS
Trae Young struggled early, shooting 2-for-10 in the first half, but nearly brought Phoenix all the way back. Tatum's 12-point third quarter proved to be the difference.
Lakers (4–10) def. Nuggets (1–13), 113–108
Lakers:
Cooper Flagg — 28 PTS, 8 REB Kristaps Porziņģis — 20 PTS, 10 REB Mikal Bridges — 19 PTS Andrew Wiggins — 16 PTS
Nuggets:
Ja Morant — 24 PTS, 9 AST Tyler Herro — 21 PTS Fred VanVleet — 17 PTS Derik Queen — 14 PTS
I can't even lie; this Nuggets team is some absolute buns bruh 😂🙏😭🫓🫓🫓🫓🫓 The Nuggets' GM recently finalized a trade where he sent one of HIS first round picks to another team. I'm not sure what's thicker: The tension between Gun-Gun and The Punching Bag, or the Nuggets' Gm's head. (I would've said my girlfriend's ahhh but I don't got a girlfriend. 😔)
Bucks (7–7) def. Pistons (2–12), 118–112
Bucks:
Tyrese Haliburton — 22 PTS, 12 AST Shaedon Sharpe — 24 PTS Naz Reid — 19 PTS, 11 REB Tre Mann — 17 PTS
Pistons:
Damian Lillard — 27 PTS R.J. Barrett — 24 PTS Nicolas Claxton — 13 PTS, 12 REB Deni Avdija — 12 PTS
A very similar statline tonight, but Milwaukee's bench outscored the Pistons' reserves 41–19. Shaedon Sharpe's highlight dunk over Zach Edey brought the Bucks' bench to its feet.
Hawks (7–7) def. Wizards (2–12), 111–103
Hawks:
Franz Wagner — 28 PTS Darius Garland — 21 PTS, 10 AST Quentin Grimes — 18 PTS Walker Kessler — 12 PTS, 13 REB
Wizards:
Kevin Durant — 26 PTS Jalen Brunson — 21 PTS Cameron Thomas — 20 PTS Alex Sarr — 14 PTS, 9 REB
Washington committed an atrocious 18 turnovers, and Atlanta capitalized on nearly every one of them. Franz Wagner controlled the game late with back-to-back buckets in the final minute.
Mavericks (8–6) def. Pelicans (3–12), 121–112
Mavericks:
Stephen Curry — 32 PTS Desmond Bane — 24 PTS John Collins — 18 PTS, 10 REB Devin Carter — 14 PTS
Pelicans:
Alperen Şengün — 25 PTS, 11 REB De'Aaron Fox — 24 PTS Moses Moody — 16 PTS Kevin Huerter — 15 PTS
Curry got off to a slow start, scoring just six points in the first half before exploding after halftime. New Orleans continues to waste strong performances from Fox and Şengün, and they're not winning any games by doing so. Tension between the team and the front office may be brewing...
Nets (5–9) def. Jazz (8–6), 109–106
Nets:
Devin Booker — 29 PTS Keegan Murray — 21 PTS Reed Sheppard — 16 PTS Jakob Poeltl — 12 PTS, 14 REB
Jazz:
Joel Embiid — 27 PTS, 13 REB Jalen Williams — 22 PTS Malik Monk — 18 PTS T.J. McConnell — 11 AST
Brooklyn held Utah scoreless for the final 2:48 of the game. Embiid said "Trust the fucking process bruh" to Jalen Williams and chucked some bullshit up at the buzzer, but his turnaround jumper rattled out, just like his chances at a championship.
Thunder (9–5) def. Grizzlies (7–7), 114–109
Thunder:
Zach LaVine — 29 PTS Cade Cunningham — 20 PTS, 11 AST Jaden McDaniels — 17 PTS Jarrett Allen — 15 PTS, 12 REB
Grizzlies:
Zion Williamson — 26 PTS Brandin Podziemski — 18 PTS Amen Thompson — 17 PTS, 8 AST Dereck Lively II — 13 PTS, 11 REB
Cade couldn't find his shot, finishing 7-for-20 from the field, but his playmaking kept Oklahoma City in control. Zach LaVine took over late, scoring 13 fourth-quarter points.
Raptors (10–5) def. Cavaliers (9–5), 113–108
Raptors:
Donovan Mitchell — 31 PTS, 5 AST Kawhi Leonard — 22 PTS, 7 REB Jalen Green — 19 PTS Ausar Thompson — 11 PTS, 12 REB, 4 STL Wendell Carter Jr. — 14 PTS, 10 REB
Cavaliers:
Scottie Barnes — 24 PTS, 9 REB, 6 AST Jalen Suggs — 21 PTS Bradley Beal — 18 PTS Kon Knueppel — 15 PTS Isaiah Hartenstein — 12 PTS, 14 REB
A great duel between two powerful eastern conference teams, but only one can win.
🚨🔥Rockets (12–2) def. Trail Blazers (12–2), 107–103🔥🚨
Rockets:
Derrick White — 24 PTS Karl-Anthony Towns — 22 PTS, 10 REB Donte DiVincenzo — 18 PTS Mark Williams — 13 PTS, 14 REB
Trail Blazers:
Lauri Markkanen — 25 PTS Nikola Jokić — 19 PTS, 10 REB, 6 AST Immanuel Quickley — 18 PTS Anfernee Simons — 17 PTS
I don't believe it! The Rockets have caught up to the best team in the league! The Rockets went from a record of 1-1, to almost trading their superstar Kevin Durant for Nothing, then Trading their Superstar Kevin Durant for something, and now to being tied with the number one seed in the league! Karl-Anthony Towns and Mark Williams of the Rockets locked Jokic up tonight! In the marquee matchup of the night, Houston's defense won the battle. Jokić had one of his quieter games of the season, and Derrick White unexpectedly stole the show with six three-pointers. Portland's eleven-game winning streak came to an end as the Rockets announce that their 9 game winning streak is still blazing.
Rank Team Record
Trail Blazers 12–2
Rockets 12–2
76ers 12–2
Timberwolves 11–3
Pacers 11–4
Warriors 11–4
Magic 10–4
Spurs 10–5
Raptors 10–5
Thunder 9–5
Cavaliers 9–5
Clippers 9–6
Mavericks 8–6
Jazz 8–6
Knicks 8–6
Bucks 7–7
Hawks 7–7
Bulls 7–7
Grizzlies 7–7
Hornets 6–8
Kings 6–8
Nets 5–9
Lakers 4–10
Celtics 3–11
Suns 3–11
Pelicans 3–12
Wizards 2–12
Pistons 2–12
Heat 2–13
Nuggets 1–13