20.03.2024
Washington Wizards 114 - 137 Houston Rockets
Jalen Green's career-high tying 42 points led the Houston Rockets to their sixth straight win, beating the Washington Wizards 137-114. Green's hot streak in the third quarter, where he scored 15 points, helped the Rockets pull away for the victory. The win puts Houston just 2 1/2 games behind Golden State for the final play-in spot in the Western Conference. The Wizards, playing without several key players, fell to 11-58 on the season with the loss.
Brooklyn Nets 91 - 104 New Orleans Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Brooklyn Nets 104-91, with Zion Williamson shining with 28 points and an impressive high-flying alley-oop dunk. This win marked the Pelicans' third straight victory and secured their second consecutive winning season, a feat not achieved since 2009. New Orleans shot over 50% from the field and limited the Nets to under 37% shooting, leading by as much as 24 points in the second quarter. Williamson's electrifying play and the team's strong performance showcased their potential as they continue to climb in the Western Conference standings.
San Antonio Spurs 107 - 113 Dallas Mavericks
Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic led the Dallas Mavericks to a 113-107 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, with Doncic recording his eighth triple-double in 10 games. Despite shooting poorly from the field, Doncic's playmaking skills made a significant impact on the game, helping Dallas secure a critical win for their playoff hopes. The win also completed a season sweep of the Spurs for the Mavericks, who are currently battling for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. The Spurs put up a fight with Tre Jones scoring 22 points, but it was not enough to overcome the duo of Irving and Doncic in the final minutes.
Minnesota Timberwolves 112 - 115 Denver Nuggets
Nikola Jokic's dominant performance with 35 points and 16 rebounds led the Denver Nuggets to a 115-112 victory over the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves. Michael Porter Jr. added 26 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter, as the Nuggets held off a late charge from the Wolves. Anthony Edwards had 30 points for Minnesota, but missed a potential game-tying shot at the buzzer. The win moved the Nuggets within percentage points of the Western Conference lead, while the Timberwolves dropped to third place. Despite missing key players, the Wolves showed grit and fought hard in a competitive matchup.
Orlando Magic 112 - 92 Charlotte Hornets
Final Score: Team A defeats Team B 105-98 in a tightly contested match. Despite falling behind in the first half, Team A rallied in the second half led by standout performances from Player X who scored 30 points and Player Y who had a double-double. Team B put up a strong fight, but ultimately couldn't overcome Team A's scoring barrage in the fourth quarter. The game was marked by intense defense and clutch shots down the stretch, making it an exciting matchup for fans to watch.