27.11.2023
Memphis Grizzlies 97 - 119 Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves easily defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 119-97, with Anthony Edwards scoring 24 points and Mike Conley adding 18 points and 10 assists. The Timberwolves lead the Western Conference standings, while the Grizzlies are struggling, currently on a four-game losing streak and 0-8 at home. Desmond Bane has been facing defensive pressure with Ja Morant out, shooting poorly in the last two games. The Timberwolves had a dominant first half, shooting 60% from the field, and maintained their lead throughout the game, closing out any hope of a Grizzlies comeback in the fourth quarter with an 8-0 run. Marcus Smart, who is injured, was seen giving an animated pep talk to his teammates on the Grizzlies bench. Next, the Timberwolves will host Oklahoma City, while the Grizzlies will host Utah.
Milwaukee Bucks 108 - 102 Portland Trail Blazers
BUCKS OVERCOME 26-POINT DEFICIT TO BEAT TRAIL BLAZERS IN LILLARD'S 1ST GAME AGAINST FORMER TEAM with Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the way with 33 points, 16 rebounds, and 6 assists. Despite facing a 26-point deficit, the Bucks staged their biggest comeback in over a decade to win 108-102, with Damian Lillard scoring 31 points in his first game against his former team. The Blazers shot well in the first half but struggled in the second, allowing the Bucks to take control and secure the victory. The win showcased the Bucks' resilience and composure in a memorable game for both teams.
Denver Nuggets 132 - 120 San Antonio Spurs
Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets to a 132-120 victory over the Spurs with a near triple-double performance, scoring 39 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and dishing out nine assists. Despite Victor Wembanyama's impressive debut for San Antonio, finishing with 22 points, 11 rebounds, six steals, and four blocks, the Spurs suffered their 12th straight loss. The Nuggets, now 8-0 at home, were paced by Michael Porter Jr.'s 25 points and Reggie Jackson's 20 points. Denver bounced back after a tough road trip, while Wembanyama continues to make an impact for the struggling Spurs. The game marked Wembanyama becoming the first rookie to achieve multiple milestones in a single game.
Orlando Magic 130 - 117 Charlotte Hornets
In a high-scoring game, Franz Wagner and Cole Anthony both scored 30 points as the Orlando Magic defeated the Charlotte Hornets 130-117, extending their win streak to seven games. Anthony scored 17 points in the fourth quarter to help the Magic pull away, while Miles Bridges led the Hornets with 23 points and 10 rebounds. LaMelo Ball went down with an ankle injury in the second half for Charlotte. The win streak is the Magic's longest since 2010, with Wagner noting a change in mentality. Anthony had seven rebounds, seven assists, and two steals in the game. The Magic had 33 assists on 47 field goals, with the next game seeing the Hornets visit New York and the Magic hosting Washington.
Cleveland Cavaliers 105 - 102 Toronto Raptors
In a close game, Darius Garland led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 105-102 victory over the Toronto Raptors with 24 points and eight assists while Max Strus scored 20 points in the third quarter. The Cavaliers took a 12-point lead in the fourth but the Raptors made a late comeback attempt led by Dennis Schroder. However, Toronto fell short when Gary Trent Jr. stepped out of bounds on a potential tying shot. Jakob Poeltl set season highs with 18 points and 13 rebounds for the Raptors. Cleveland's Jarrett Allen added 18 points and Evan Mobley had a double-double with 12 points and 14 rebounds. The Cavaliers have a 1-2 record on their current homestand while the Raptors are now 1-5 on the road against Eastern Conference teams.
New York Knicks 113 - 116 Phoenix Suns
Devin Booker's game-winning 3-pointer with 1.7 seconds left led the Phoenix Suns to a 116-113 victory over the New York Knicks, extending their winning streak to seven games. Booker finished with 28 points and 11 assists, while Eric Gordon added 25 points for the Suns. The Knicks, playing without Kevin Durant, got 35 points from Jalen Brunson and 28 points from Julius Randle. Despite the Knicks' efforts to make Booker a passer, he still came through with the clutch shot. Durant, sidelined with a sore right foot, has now won his last 13 games against the Knicks.
Boston Celtics 113 - 103 Atlanta Hawks
The Boston Celtics, playing without key players Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday, secured a 113-103 win over the Atlanta Hawks with Jayson Tatum scoring 34 points and Jaylen Brown adding 21. Trae Young led the Hawks with 33 points and De’Andre Hunter had 24. The Celtics never trailed in the game and extended their lead to 14 points in the final quarter. Despite a hard fall, Brown continued to contribute with his aggressive play style. The Hawks announced a significant injury to Jalen Johnson, who will be reevaluated in three to four weeks. Boston will face the Bulls in their next game, while the Hawks will play the Cavaliers.
Brooklyn Nets 118 - 109 Chicago Bulls
The Brooklyn Nets hit a season-high 25 3-pointers in a 118-109 victory over the Chicago Bulls, with Spencer Dinwiddie scoring 24 points. Lonnie Walker IV and Royce O’Neale each made six 3-pointers, helping the Nets improve to 8-8. The Bulls, led by DeMar Derozan's 27 points, dropped to 5-13 with their fourth straight loss. Brooklyn set a franchise record with 11 3-pointers in the second quarter and finished with 16 in the first half. The Nets were without several key players, including Ben Simmons and Dennis Smith Jr. Up next, the Bulls will face Boston in the NBA In-Season Tournament, while the Nets will host Toronto.