19.03.2025
Charlotte Hornets 102 - 134 Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks decisively defeated the Charlotte Hornets 134-102, with standout performances highlighting the game. Trae Young led the Hawks with 31 points, while Dyson Daniels contributed a notable 22 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists. Zaccharie Risacher was instrumental in the third quarter, hitting four 3-pointers, including three consecutive ones, to help extend the Hawks' lead significantly. His performance, along with Onyeka Okongwu's early scoring, set the rhythm for Atlanta, ultimately snapping their two-game losing streak. Charlotte struggled without key players LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, and further setbacks arose when backup center Moussa Diabate left the game with an injury. The Hawks capitalized on Charlotte's misfortunes, making 22 of 45 attempts from beyond the arc and sweeping the four-game season series against the Hornets.
Boston Celtics 104 - 96 Brooklyn Nets
In a tightly contested game, the Boston Celtics triumphed over the Brooklyn Nets with a 104-96 victory, despite the absence of their injured stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Baylor Scheierman, a rookie from Creighton, seized the opportunity for extended playing time and delivered a remarkable performance by scoring 13 of his career-high 20 points in the fourth quarter, including pivotal three-pointers that shifted the game in Boston's favor. Kristaps Porzingis contributed significantly with 25 points and 13 rebounds, while Derrick White added 18 points. The Celtics' victory marked their ninth consecutive regular-season win against the Nets and extended their current winning streak to three games. The Nets, led by D’Angelo Russell's 18 points, couldn't maintain their early advantage and faltered in the fourth quarter, despite leading after two periods. Brooklyn will aim to bounce back when they face Indiana, while Boston embarks on a six-game road trip beginning against Utah.
LA Clippers 132 - 119 Cleveland Cavaliers
Kawhi Leonard's stellar 33-point performance, coupled with Ivica Zubac's impressive double-double of 28 points and 20 rebounds, propelled the Los Angeles Clippers to a 132-119 victory against the East-leading Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite leading by 12 points after a dynamic 45-point first quarter, the Cavaliers' NBA-best road record slipped to 26-7 after their 16-game winning streak was snapped by Orlando in the prior game. Max Strus led the Cavaliers with a season-high 24 points, bolstered by Donovan Mitchell's 18 points and 11 assists. Meanwhile, the Clippers, playing without their injured coach Tyronn Lue, executed a critical 20-3 run spanning the third and fourth quarters, transforming a narrow back-and-forth contest into a decisive win. Bogdan Bogdanovic contributed significantly off the bench with 20 points. The Clippers dominated the boards with a 49-29 advantage while the Cavs struggled at the free-throw line, converting just 17 of 26 attempts. The Cavaliers are set to visit Sacramento next, while the Clippers will host Memphis.
Golden State Warriors 104 - 93 Milwaukee Bucks
In a game where the Golden State Warriors triumphed over the Milwaukee Bucks 104-93, Jimmy Butler shone brightly, contributing 24 points, eight rebounds, and 10 assists. Notably, the Warriors managed this win without Stephen Curry, who was rested for a mental and emotional break after recently becoming the first NBA player to make 4,000 3-pointers. Brandin Podziemski, starting in Curry's place, impressed with 17 points and seven rebounds. The Warriors, boasting a 5-1 record in their current homestand, hold the sixth spot in the Western Conference standings. While Kyle Kuzma led the Bucks with 22 points, Giannis Antetokounmpo added 20 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists. The Bucks struggled after a slow start, with their upcoming schedule featuring challenging matchups against Western Conference teams like the Lakers and Suns. The Warriors improved their record to 7-3 this season without Curry, and Podziemski's crucial late-game 3-pointer helped seal the victory.