23.01.2024
Sacramento Kings 122 - 107 Atlanta Hawks
In a game where Harrison Barnes scored 32 points, the Sacramento Kings ended their four-game losing streak by beating the Atlanta Hawks 122-107. Barnes had a standout performance, with Domantas Sabonis recording his 25th straight double-double, tying Oscar Robertson for the second-longest streak in franchise history. Despite missing Trae Young, the Hawks fought back but ultimately fell short. The Kings' bench outscored Atlanta's, and they dominated in the paint. Dejounte Murray had 35 points and 10 rebounds for Atlanta, but it wasn't enough to overcome Sacramento's strong performance. The final score was 122-107 in favor of the Kings.
Toronto Raptors 100 - 108 Memphis Grizzlies
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 27 points, including a career-high six steals, Luke Kennard added 19 points, and Vince Williams Jr. had 18 points and 10 rebounds as the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Toronto Raptors 108-100. The Grizzlies, playing without three of their top four scorers, never trailed in the game and built a lead as big as 19 points. RJ Barrett led the Raptors with 29 points, while Scottie Barnes had 22 points and 12 rebounds. Toronto lost its third straight game since trading Pascal Siakam to Indiana. The Grizzlies improved to 12-12 on the road and are looking to bring their success back home after a disappointing 4-15 record on their own court.
Philadelphia 76ers 133 - 123 San Antonio Spurs
Joel Embiid scored a franchise-record 70 points, the most in the NBA this season, as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the San Antonio Spurs 133-123. Embiid's performance included 18 rebounds and broke Wilt Chamberlain's 76ers record of 68 points set in 1967. The Sixers have won six games in a row, while rookie Victor Wembanyama had an impressive 33 points for the Spurs. Embiid praised former coach Brett Brown, now a Spurs assistant, and expressed admiration for Wembanyama's skills, hoping the young player will break records in the future when he's out of the league. Embiid and the Sixers will face the Indiana Pacers next, while the Spurs will host the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Phoenix Suns 115 - 113 Chicago Bulls
Kevin Durant scored 43 points, including the game-winning shot, as the Phoenix Suns rallied from a 23-point deficit to beat the Chicago Bulls 115-113. Durant drilled a contested 17-footer with 1.6 seconds left, helping the Suns win their sixth straight game. The Bulls were without two-time All-Star Zach LaVine, but Coby White led with 26 points. Despite a dominant first half from Chicago, the Suns fought back in the second half, with Durant scoring 40 points in the previous game against the Indiana Pacers. The Bulls will travel to play the L.A. Lakers next, while the Suns head to Dallas.
Orlando Magic 99 - 126 Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill's hot shooting, scoring 26 points with five 3-pointers, helped lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to their eighth straight win, a 126-99 victory over the Orlando Magic. Donovan Mitchell added 25 points and 13 assists as the Cavs shot 53% from 3-point range. Jarrett Allen set a franchise record with his 12th straight double-double. The win streak, just one short of the NBA's longest this season, has been achieved without key players Garland and Mobley. The Magic, led by Paolo Banchero's 18 points, struggled to keep up with the hot-shooting Cavs. Cleveland will look to continue their winning streak against Milwaukee next while Orlando faces Memphis.
Dallas Mavericks 110 - 119 Boston Celtics
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the Boston Celtics to a 119-110 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, with Tatum scoring 38 points and Brown adding 35. Despite Luka Doncic's triple-double of 33 points, 18 rebounds, and 13 assists, the Celtics' duo outshined him and Kyrie Irving. Tatum and Brown combined to go 24 of 43 from the field, while Doncic and Irving were 21 of 50. The Celtics redeemed themselves after a recent blowout loss, with Tatum stating that the beauty of the NBA is having a chance to redeem yourself in the next game. The Mavericks were missing Kristaps Porzingis, and Grant Williams faced his former team for the first time since being traded. Boston now moves on to face Miami, while Dallas hosts Phoenix next.
Minnesota Timberwolves 125 - 128 Charlotte Hornets
Despite Karl-Anthony Towns scoring a franchise-record 62 points, including 44 in the first half, the Charlotte Hornets rallied from an 18-point deficit to stun the Minnesota Timberwolves 128-125. Towns struggled in the fourth quarter, only scoring four points, while Miles Bridges (28 points) and Brandon Miller (27 points) led the Hornets to victory. The Timberwolves star felt he was fouled on a crucial drive in the final seconds, but ultimately fell short. LaMelo Ball returned for the Hornets with 18 points and 13 assists, as the Hornets shot a season-high 58.1% from the floor. Despite Towns' historic performance, the Timberwolves fell short, with the Hornets' P.J. Washington hitting a go-ahead floater for the win.
Detroit Pistons 113 - 122 Milwaukee Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double performance propelled the Milwaukee Bucks to a 122-113 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Antetokounmpo finished with 31 points, 17 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Khris Middleton added 26 points. Middleton also moved past Glenn Robinson Sr. for third place in franchise scoring history. The Pistons, led by Marcus Sasser's 23 points, stayed competitive but struggled to close out the game. The Bucks pulled away in the final minutes, securing their fifth win in six games. Milwaukee will host the Cleveland Cavaliers next, while Detroit will face the Charlotte Hornets.