19.03.2024
Golden State Warriors 112 - 119 New York Knicks
In a game where the New York Knicks never trailed, Jalen Brunson scored 34 points and Miles McBride added a career-high 29 to lead the Knicks to a 119-112 victory over the Golden State Warriors. This win marked the Knicks' fourth straight victory and their fifth win in their last 19 meetings against the Warriors. Josh Hart also recorded a triple-double with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists while playing all 48 minutes. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 27 points, but they were unable to overcome their slow start and fell to 17-18 at home this season. This win was especially impressive as the Knicks were without forward OG Anunoby, who flew home due to an injury flare-up, giving McBride a chance to shine with a standout performance.
Boston Celtics 119 - 94 Detroit Pistons
In a dominating performance, the Boston Celtics secured a 119-94 victory over the Detroit Pistons as Jaylen Brown exploded for 31 points, Derrick White achieved his first career triple-double with 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, and Payton Pritchard added 23 points. Jayson Tatum was sidelined due to an ankle injury, but Kristaps Porzingis made a successful return after missing five games. Despite missing key players like Jrue Holiday and Al Horford, Boston displayed great teamwork and efficiency, extending their winning streak to six games. Detroit's Jaden Ivey led his team with 21 points, while Cade Cunningham sat out for injury management. Coach Monty Williams emphasized the need for improved defense moving forward. The Celtics will face the Milwaukee Bucks next, while the Pistons will host the Indiana Pacers.
Philadelphia 76ers 98 - 91 Miami Heat
Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. both posted double-doubles to lead the Philadelphia 76ers past the Miami Heat 98-91. Kyle Lowry, in his first game against his former team, scored 16 points for the Sixers. Miami's Bam Adebayo had 20 points and 13 rebounds in a losing effort. The Heat and Sixers are now in the potential playoff play-in tournament, with the 76ers barely holding on to the sixth seed in the East. Despite missing key players like Joel Embiid and Tobias Harris, the Sixers managed to secure a crucial win. The Heat, in search of consistency, play on Wednesday against Cleveland while the 76ers begin a four-game road trip in Phoenix.
Sacramento Kings 121 - 111 Memphis Grizzlies
SACRAMENTO KINGS BEAT MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES 121-111 in overtime, with Malik Monk scoring 28 points and Domantas Sabonis recording his 50th straight double-double. Despite a strong performance from Jaren Jackson Jr. with 25 points, the Kings outscored the Grizzlies in overtime with an impressive 12-0 run led by Monk. Sacramento played most of the game without starting guard Kevin Huerter due to a shoulder injury, and Memphis' Marcus Smart was ejected late in overtime. The Kings will face Toronto next, while the Grizzlies will take on Golden State.
Indiana Pacers 103 - 108 Cleveland Cavaliers
Caris LeVert and Jarrett Allen led the short-handed Cavaliers past the Pacers with a score of 108-103, despite missing three regular starters including Donovan Mitchell. LeVert scored 23 points and had 11 assists while Allen added 23 points and nine rebounds. The Cavs held off a late push from the Pacers, who were led by Pascal Siakam with 19 points and 12 rebounds. The win kept Cleveland in the top three seed in the Eastern Conference, while the loss dropped the Pacers to the No. 7 seed. The Cavs will face the Miami Heat next, while the Pacers will visit the Detroit Pistons.
Chicago Bulls 110 - 107 Portland Trail Blazers
DeMar DeRozan scored 28 points to lead the Chicago Bulls to a narrow 110-107 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Nikola Vucevic had a key hook shot late in the game, while Ayo Dosunmu added 23 points and 10 assists. Anfernee Simons had 30 points for the Blazers, who lost their seventh game in nine. The Bulls moved within a game of .500 with their NBA-leading 24th clutch victory and will visit the Rockets next, while the Trail Blazers return home to face the Clippers.
Los Angeles Lakers 136 - 105 Atlanta Hawks
The Lakers dominated the Atlanta Hawks with a final score of 136-105, led by LeBron James with 25 points and D'Angelo Russell tying the franchise record for 3-pointers in a single season. Russell's six 3-pointers in the game gave him a total of 183 this season, surpassing Kobe Bryant's record. Anthony Davis contributed 22 points and 15 rebounds after overcoming a scratched cornea, helping the Lakers to their 13th win in 20 games. Despite Jalen Johnson's 25 points for the Hawks, they struggled defensively against the Lakers' offensive prowess, ultimately falling short. Los Angeles now sits ninth in the Western Conference standings, looking to maintain their momentum as they face Philadelphia next.
Utah Jazz 104 - 114 Minnesota Timberwolves
Anthony Edwards scored 32 points, leading a banged-up Timberwolves team to a 114-104 victory over the Utah Jazz. Edwards had a strong second half performance, scoring 25 points in that period alone, including a highlight-reel dunk over John Collins that injured both players. Despite missing key players due to injury, including Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns, Minnesota capitalized on turnovers and outscored Utah in the second-chance points category. The Jazz were led by Collin Sexton with 24 points and Lauri Markkanen with 22 points and 12 rebounds, following a six-game absence due to injury. This win marks the Timberwolves' second victory over the Jazz in three days.