04.11.2024

Brooklyn Nets 92 - 106 Detroit Pistons
In a solid team performance, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Brooklyn Nets 106-92, led by Cade Cunningham’s 19 points. Six players scored in double digits for the Pistons, including Tobias Harris and Malik Beasley with 18 points each, and Jalen Duren, who notched a double-double with 13 points and 17 rebounds. Although Cameron Johnson’s 26-point effort, including a standout 22 points in the first half, couldn't rescue the Nets, who fell to a 3-4 record. The Pistons, despite shooting struggles, managed to hold the Nets to just 15 points in the fourth quarter, sealing their second win of the season. Both teams had difficulties from beyond the arc, with Detroit shooting 11 for 36 and Brooklyn 9 for 31. The Pistons' victory comes as a part of their recent improved form, having won two of their last three games. The Nets will next face the Grizzlies, while the Pistons prepare to host the Lakers and LeBron James.

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New Orleans Pelicans 111 - 126 Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks halted a four-game losing streak by defeating the short-handed New Orleans Pelicans 126-111, led by Jalen Johnson's 29-point performance. The Pelicans, missing key players including Zion Williamson due to a last-minute scratch for hamstring tightness, relied heavily on Brandon Ingram, who scored 32 points. However, this wasn't enough as Atlanta had six players scoring in double figures, with Trae Young contributing 23 points and Dyson Daniels coming off an injury to add 16 against his former team. The absence of notable Pelicans, such as Dejounte Murray and CJ McCollum, further compounded their struggles. A pivotal 14-0 fourth-quarter run by the Hawks, highlighted by David Roddy’s three-pointer and three dunks from Johnson, sealed the victory. This game also witnessed former Pelicans Nance Jr. and Daniels reveling in their performances against their previous team, adding a personal edge to the Hawks' win.

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Dallas Mavericks 108 - 85 Orlando Magic
In a dominant performance, Luka Dončić led the Dallas Mavericks to a convincing 108-85 victory over the Orlando Magic, tallying 32 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists. The Mavericks, last year's Western Conference champions, surged ahead with a commanding 30-9 run in the second quarter, culminating in a 65-40 halftime lead and extending their largest lead to 33 points. The Magic struggled without their star rookie and 2023 Rookie of the Year, Paolo Banchero, who was sidelined with a torn right oblique, and saw Wendell Carter Jr. limited by injury. Dallas capitalized on Orlando's shooting woes, as the Magic hit a season-low 19.5% of their three-point attempts. The Mavericks also dominated in fast-break points and rebounds, with Kyrie Irving contributing 17 points and Dereck Lively II adding 11 points and 11 rebounds off the bench. The Magic will face the Thunder next, while the Mavs will host the Pacers.

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