03.11.2023
Phoenix Suns 121 - 132 San Antonio Spurs
Victor Wembanyama scored 38 points, including 10 in the game-deciding 12-0 run, as the San Antonio Spurs held off the Phoenix Suns 132-121. Despite the Suns erasing a 27-point deficit to tie the game in the fourth quarter, Wembanyama's performance and poise down the stretch secured the win for the Spurs. Devin Booker returned from injury for the Suns with an impressive 31 points, 13 assists, and nine rebounds, but it wasn't enough. This was the second victory for the Spurs over the Suns in three days, with Wembanyama shining bright as a multi-faceted rookie talent.
Utah Jazz 113 - 115 Orlando Magic
In a thrilling matchup, Paolo Banchero led the Orlando Magic to a 115-113 victory over the Utah Jazz with a total of 30 points, including the deciding layup with 14 seconds left. Banchero's aggressive play in the paint, along with Franz Wagner's 21 points and Cole Anthony's 18 points, helped the Magic secure their second road victory. Despite Lauri Markkanen's 22 points leading the Jazz, Orlando's strong performance in attacking the rim and converting free throws proved to be crucial in the win. The Magic's growth as a team was evident as they overcame early deficits and capitalized on Utah's errors to secure the victory, ending their four-game trip on a high note. The Magic will now look to carry this momentum into their upcoming game against the Los Angeles Lakers, while the Jazz will face off against Minnesota next.
New Orleans Pelicans 125 - 116 Detroit Pistons
In a thrilling game between the short-handed New Orleans Pelicans and the Detroit Pistons, CJ McCollum scored 33 points to lead the Pelicans to a 125-116 victory. Despite missing key players like Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, the Pelicans fought hard and overcame obstacles like a last-minute flight and a 25-point deficit to secure the win. Matt Ryan had a career-high 20 points in his first-career start, while Jonas Valanciunas and Herb Jones also had strong performances. Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 22 points and 11 assists. The Pelicans will host the Atlanta Hawks next, while the Pistons will face the Phoenix Suns.
Philadelphia 76ers 114 - 99 Toronto Raptors
EMBIID SCORES 28 POINTS, 76ERS BEAT RAPTORS 114-99 IN FIRST GAME SINCE HARDEN TRADE as Joel Embiid led the Philadelphia 76ers to victory over the Toronto Raptors with 28 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists. The 76ers played without James Harden for the first time since the trade, and Kelly Oubre Jr. and Tobias Harris each scored 23 points to secure the win. Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 24 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the strong performance from the 76ers. The Raptors will face San Antonio next, while the 76ers will host Phoenix in their upcoming games.