30.10.2023
Sacramento Kings 132 - 127 Los Angeles Lakers
Malik Monk's clutch performance in overtime led the Sacramento Kings to a thrilling 132-127 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on the 20th anniversary of LeBron James' NBA debut. De'Aaron Fox, who scored 37 points, returned from an ankle injury to help secure the win. James finished with 27 points on the night but couldn't lift the Lakers past the Kings. The victory marks a significant moment for Sacramento, as they continue to show improvement under coach Mike Brown.
Milwaukee Bucks 110 - 127 Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks utilized balanced scoring with Trae Young leading the way with 20 points, while holding Damian Lillard to just six points in a 127-110 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. Lillard struggled, missing all seven of his shots in the first half before finally scoring in the third quarter. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 26 points and 11 rebounds, but the team's 23 turnovers proved costly. The Hawks led by as many as 23 points and had eight players in double figures. The win marked Atlanta's first victory of the season, improving their record to 1-2. The Bucks, now 1-1, will look to bounce back against the Miami Heat.
Houston Rockets 95 - 106 Golden State Warriors
Stephen Curry led the Golden State Warriors to a 106-95 win over the Houston Rockets with 24 points and four 3-pointers in the final minutes, helping secure the victory. Draymond Green made his season-debut after missing the first two games, while Chris Paul came off the bench for the first time in his career, contributing 8 points and 7 assists. The Warriors have now won both of their road games this season, a significant improvement from last season where they lost their first eight on the road. Jalen Green had 21 points for the Rockets, who fell to 0-3 this season. The Warriors will face New Orleans next, while the Rockets will host Charlotte.
Oklahoma City Thunder 95 - 128 Denver Nuggets
Nikola Jokic's 28 points led the Denver Nuggets to a dominant 128-95 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Chet Holmgren's first regular-season home game. The Nuggets shot 60.2% from the field, while holding the Thunder to just 41.1% shooting. Holmgren impressed with a team-leading 19 points, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander struggled, scoring just seven points on 2-for-16 shooting. Denver's defense and energy were key factors in the win, as they improved to 3-0 on the season. The Nuggets will face the Utah Jazz next, while the Thunder will take on the Detroit Pistons.
LA Clippers 123 - 83 San Antonio Spurs
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Philadelphia 76ers 126 - 98 Portland Trail Blazers
EMBIID AND MAXEY DOMINATE AS 76ERS BEAT WINLESS TRAIL BLAZERS 126-98, WITH EMBIID CLOSING HIS FINAL STAT LINE IN THE THIRD QUARTER WITH 35 POINTS, 15 REBOUNDS, SEVEN ASSISTS, AND SIX BLOCKED SHOTS. JAMES HARDEN WATCHED FROM THE BENCH AS HE CONTINUES TO BE SIDELINED, LAUGHING AND JOKING WITH HIS TEAMMATES. EMBIID'S PASSION AND DOMINANCE WERE ON FULL DISPLAY, AND MAXEY'S CONTRIBUTION WAS CRUCIAL IN THE WIN. PORTLAND COACH CHAUNCEY BILLUPS PRAISED MAXEY'S TOUGHNESS AND ENERGY.NEXT, THE TRAIL BLAZERS WILL VISIT TORONTO, WHILE THE 76ERS WILL HOST TORONTO.