21.11.2023
Golden State Warriors 121 - 116 Houston Rockets
Stephen Curry extended his NBA 3-point shooting record by hitting five 3-pointers, finishing with 32 points, as the Golden State Warriors ended their six-game losing streak by defeating the Houston Rockets 121-116. Klay Thompson also broke out of his shooting slump with 20 points, including five 3-pointers. Curry became the first player in NBA history to hit four or more 3-pointers in each of his first 13 games of the season. The Rockets made a late run but fell short, with Alperen Sengun scoring 30 points. Warriors coach Steve Kerr was pleased with the win, while Rockets coach Ime Udoka criticized his team's defense. The Warriors will face the Suns next, while the Rockets play the Grizzlies.
New Orleans Pelicans 129 - 93 Sacramento Kings
The New Orleans Pelicans dominated the Sacramento Kings with a 129-93 victory, led by Brandon Ingram's 31 points and Zion Williamson's 26 points. The Pelicans had a season-high 38 assists in the game, showing their offensive potential when their two stars are clicking. Sacramento's De'Aaron Fox and Harrison Barnes struggled, with injuries further complicating the Kings' performance. The Pelicans outscored the Kings by 34-16 in the third quarter, snapping Sacramento's six-game winning streak. The teams will face off again in New Orleans on Wednesday night.
Detroit Pistons 103 - 107 Denver Nuggets
In a game where Nikola Jokic was ejected in the first half, Reggie Jackson led the Denver Nuggets to a 107-103 victory over the Detroit Pistons, handing them their 12th straight loss. Jackson finished with 21 points, including 8 points in the fourth quarter, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 20 points against his former team. Cade Cunningham had 27 points for the Pistons, but they couldn't overcome the Nuggets' defense in the final minutes. Denver's two-time MVP Jokic finished with 9 points before his ejection, and Jamal Murray missed his seventh straight game with a hamstring injury. The Nuggets ended a two-game skid and will face Orlando next, while the Pistons will play Indiana in an In-Season Tournament game.
Washington Wizards 129 - 142 Milwaukee Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo had a historic shooting night, scoring 42 points on 20-of-23 shooting to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 142-129 win over the Washington Wizards. Antetokounmpo's 87.0% shooting percentage was the highest in a game by a player with at least 20 attempts in over 40 years. Despite a strong performance from the Wizards, led by Jordan Poole's 30 points, they couldn't keep up with the Bucks. Khris Middleton moved into fourth place on Milwaukee's career scoring list, trailing only Antetokounmpo. The Bucks now sit among the elite teams in the Eastern Conference with a record of 10-4.
San Antonio Spurs 99 - 124 LA Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers dominated the San Antonio Spurs with a 124-99 win, extending the Spurs' losing streak to nine games. Paul George scored 28 points and Kawhi Leonard added 21, while James Harden contributed 13 points and 10 assists for the Clippers. Victor Wembanyama was held to just nine points for the Spurs, while Keldon Johnson led San Antonio with 22 points and 10 rebounds. The loss marked the Spurs' sixth double-digit loss of the season. The Clippers finished with 30 assists and only seven turnovers, showcasing their dominance throughout the game.
Chicago Bulls 100 - 118 Miami Heat
BAM ADEBAYO SCORES 23 POINTS AS THE HEAT CRUISE TO A 118-100 WIN OVER THE BULLS, with Jimmy Butler scoring 16 points against his former team. Despite Tyler Herro's absence, Miami made a season-high 17 3-pointers and the bench unit combined for 42 points. The Bulls, led by Coby White's season-high 20 points, struggled to close the gap after falling behind early. Zach LaVine was limited to 13 points, while rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. impressed with 19 points off the bench for the Heat. Miami has now won eight of their last nine games, while the Bulls look to regroup on a four-game road trip.
Minnesota Timberwolves 117 - 100 New York Knicks
The Minnesota Timberwolves remain undefeated at home and atop the Western Conference after a 117-100 victory over the New York Knicks. Anthony Edwards had a standout performance with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 20 points. The Timberwolves are on a hot streak, winning nine of their last 10 games, including a seven-game win streak - their longest since 2004. The Knicks, known for their defensive prowess, struggled to contain Minnesota's offense, shooting just 34.8% from the field. New York's three-game win streak was snapped, while Minnesota's depth was highlighted as their bench outscored the Knicks' reserves. Up next, the Knicks will host Miami, while the Timberwolves will face Philadelphia.
Charlotte Hornets 121 - 118 Boston Celtics
MILES BRIDGES' 3-POINTER WITH 6.6 SECONDS LEFT IN OT HELPS HORNETS BEAT CELTICS; TATUM SCORES 45 in a thrilling game where the Charlotte Hornets came back from an 18-point deficit to end the Boston Celtics' six-game winning streak. LaMelo Ball had a standout performance with 36 points, while Bridges made a crucial 3-pointer in overtime to secure the win. Jayson Tatum scored 45 points for the Celtics but missed a crucial free throw that could have tied the game. The final score was 121-118 in favor of the Hornets, breaking their six-game home losing streak.