16.02.2024
Utah Jazz 137 - 140 Golden State Warriors
The Golden State Warriors rode Klay Thompson's season-high 35 points off the bench to a 140-137 victory over the Utah Jazz. Thompson, who came off the bench for the first time since his rookie season, knocked down seven 3-pointers. Despite a late surge by the Jazz, the Warriors held on for their eighth win in 10 games. Collin Sexton led the Jazz with 35 points, while rookie Keyonte George added a career-high 33 points. The Warriors made at least 20 3-pointers for the second time in four days, with Thompson's offensive performance standing out in the high-scoring game.
Portland Trail Blazers 91 - 128 Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Portland Trail Blazers with a 128-91 victory, led by Anthony Edwards' 34 points. The Timberwolves jumped out to a 30-point lead in the first quarter, the most lopsided quarter in the NBA this season. Karl-Anthony Towns added 23 points as they secured their fourth straight win and their 20th road win of the season. The Trail Blazers, on a six-game losing streak, were unable to mount a comeback despite Jerami Grant's 20 points and rookie Scoot Henderson's 15 points. The Timberwolves head into the All-Star break on a high note before starting a seven-game homestand.
Memphis Grizzlies 113 - 110 Milwaukee Bucks
ZIAIRE WILLIAMS and GG JACKSON both scored 27 points as the Memphis Grizzlies narrowly defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 113-110, with Vince Williams adding 18 points, 12 rebounds, and seven assists. Ziaire Williams had a career-high in points, while Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 35 points and 12 assists. Memphis had a nine-point lead late in the game, but a late surge from the Bucks, led by Malik Beasley, made it a close finish. Despite a miscommunication on the final play by the Bucks, Memphis held on for the win. The Grizzlies, who were missing Scotty Pippen Jr. due to injury, shot 76% in the third quarter and connected on all four 3-point attempts. The victory marked the Grizzlies' second straight win heading into the All-Star break.