20.12.2023
Milwaukee Bucks 132 - 119 San Antonio Spurs
Damian Lillard reached the 20,000-point milestone with a season-high 40 points as Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded a triple-double in the Milwaukee Bucks' 132-119 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Lillard became the 51st player in NBA history to reach 20,000 points, while Antetokounmpo had a career-high 16 assists along with 14 rebounds. The Spurs played without Victor Wembanyama, leading to their 20th loss in 21 games. Bobby Portis added 23 points and 10 rebounds for the Bucks, who have won 14 straight home games. The game also marked the second time Wembanyama missed a game.
New Orleans Pelicans 113 - 115 Memphis Grizzlies
Ja Morant returned from his suspension in spectacular fashion, scoring 34 points including the game-winning shot as the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 115-113. Morant's performance marked the most points in NBA history by a player returning from a 25-game absence, showcasing his dynamic abilities as he sparked an 11-0 run to help the Grizzlies come back from a 24-point deficit. Brandon Ingram scored 34 points for the Pelicans, but it was Morant's night as he led his team to victory in his highly anticipated return.
Portland Trail Blazers 109 - 104 Phoenix Suns
The Portland Trail Blazers erased a 22-point deficit to defeat the Phoenix Suns 109-104, snapping a seven-game losing streak. DeAndre Ayton had a double-double of 16 points and 15 rebounds, while Anfernee Simons led the Blazers with 23 points and seven rebounds. Kevin Durant scored 40 points for the Suns, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. Portland made 14 of 28 3-pointers, and their improved ball control in the second half led to their comeback victory. The Blazers outscored the Suns 38-20 in the third quarter, ultimately taking the lead and securing the win.
Golden State Warriors 132 - 126 Boston Celtics
Stephen Curry scored 33 points, including a clutch 3-pointer in overtime, to rally the Warriors past the Celtics 132-126. The game featured key plays from rookie Tracye Jackson-Davis, who notched his first double-double with 10 points and 13 rebounds. Klay Thompson hit a tying 3-pointer in regulation, while Derrick White and Jaylen Brown led the Celtics in scoring. Jayson Tatum added 15 points for Boston, who lost for just the second time in their last 10 games. With the win, the Warriors snapped Boston's five-game winning streak and showcased their resilience in a thrilling matchup.