27.02.2024
New York Knicks 113 - 111 Detroit Pistons
In a chaotic and controversial ending, the New York Knicks beat the Detroit Pistons 113-111 after Josh Hart made the go-ahead basket following a missed foul call and multiple turnovers. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 35 points and 12 assists, while Cade Cunningham scored 32 for the Pistons. Detroit coach Monty Williams was irate over the missed call and expressed frustration with the officiating, leaving the Pistons with their sixth straight loss. The Knicks have now beaten the Pistons 14 times in a row, and the game marked the first meeting between the teams since a trade earlier in February. The Knicks will host New Orleans next, while the Pistons will visit Chicago.
Indiana Pacers 122 - 130 Toronto Raptors
In a thrilling game, the Toronto Raptors beat the Indiana Pacers 130-122, marking their longest winning streak of the season at three games. All-Star Scottie Barnes recorded his fourth triple-double of the season, finishing with 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists, while RJ Barrett scored 24 points. Rookie Gradey Dick also had a strong performance with 18 points and crucial late 3-pointers. Despite a career-high 34 points from Bennedict Mathurin and 27 points from Pascal Siakam against his former team, the Pacers struggled defensively and allowed the Raptors to pull away in the fourth quarter. Next up, the Raptors will face Dallas at home while the Pacers will take on New Orleans.
Memphis Grizzlies 86 - 111 Brooklyn Nets
The Brooklyn Nets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 111-86 for interim coach Kevin Ollie's first win. Dennis Schroder scored 18 points, Dorian Finney-Smith added 13 points and nine rebounds, and the Nets outscored Memphis in second-chance and fast-break points. Brooklyn had 32 assists on 44 baskets and limited the Grizzlies to their lowest-scoring game of the season. Cam Thomas left the game with a right ankle injury, and the Grizzlies struggled with energy and shooting throughout the game. Ollie was doused in the locker room after the win, and the Nets look to build on their performance as they wrap up a five-game trip in Orlando.
Sacramento Kings 110 - 121 Miami Heat
The short-handed Miami Heat managed to beat the Sacramento Kings 121-110 for their fourth straight win, despite missing three starters including Jimmy Butler. Bam Adebayo scored 28 points, Jaime Jaquez Jr. added 26, and Kevin Love provided a big spark off the bench with 19 points. Domantas Sabonis recorded his NBA-high 21st triple-double for the Kings, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Heat's balanced scoring and strong defense. Miami's 30th different starting lineup of the season proved effective, as they withstood a late comeback attempt by Sacramento to secure the victory.