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Saturday’s NBA action delivered a mix of standout performances and key betting storylines. The Minnesota Timberwolves continued their winning ways, overcoming the Clippers in a tightly contested matchup. Meanwhile, Zach LaVine caught fire for Sacramento with a season-high 42 points, and Michael Porter Jr. led the Nets to a dominant home win over the Pelicans.
Here’s a breakdown of all the action:
Timberwolves 109, Clippers 106
Jaden McDaniels shot 10-for-13 en route to 27 points as Minnesota rallied for a narrow win at home. Julius Randle added 24 for the Timberwolves, who extended their winning streak to five.
James Harden led the Clippers with 34 points and passed Carmelo Anthony for 10th on the NBA’s all-time scoring list with 28,303 career points.
Nets 119, Pelicans 101
Michael Porter Jr. delivered 35 points and nine rebounds to lead Brooklyn to a wire-to-wire victory. He shot 14-of-23 and nailed five 3-pointers, notching his third straight 30-point performance.
Trey Murphy III scored 23 for New Orleans, which dropped its sixth straight and fell to 3-21 overall.
Hawks 131, Wizards 116
Jalen Johnson posted a second consecutive triple-double (30-12-12) to lead Atlanta past Washington. The Hawks snapped a three-game slide with strong contributions from Onyeka Okongwu (21 pts) and Nickeil Alexander-Walker (17 pts).
CJ McCollum led the Wizards with 28 points, hitting seven threes.
Warriors 99, Cavaliers 94
Pat Spencer made the most of his first NBA start, scoring a career-best 19 points including key free throws late to help the injury-depleted Warriors outlast Cleveland. Golden State limited the Cavs to just 34.6% shooting from the field.
Donovan Mitchell scored 29 for Cleveland, including 16 in the fourth quarter.
Pistons 124, Bucks 112
Cade Cunningham had 23 points and 12 assists to pace Detroit’s well-balanced attack. Seven Pistons scored in double figures as they rolled past the visiting Bucks.
Kevin Porter Jr. scored a game-high 32 points for Milwaukee, who struggled defensively without Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Kings 127, Heat 111
Zach LaVine exploded for 42 points, including eight made threes, to lead Sacramento over Miami. The Kings snapped a four-game losing streak and picked up a rare road win.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. led the Heat with 27 points as Miami dropped its third straight.
Mavericks 122, Rockets 109
Anthony Davis shot 14-of-19 for 29 points and grabbed eight rebounds as Dallas took control early and held off Houston. The Mavericks have now won four of their last five.
Kevin Durant led the Rockets with 27 points before sitting out the fourth quarter in a blowout.
NBA Betting & Handicapping Recap
Top-performing teams like Minnesota and Dallas rewarded spread bettors with strong finishes, while the Nets provided value by covering with ease at home. Sacramento’s big road win over Miami paid off for sharp bettors willing to back the underdog. For more insights and winning angles, check out the leaderboard and explore NBA expert service plays.
FAQ
Which NBA player had the highest score on Saturday night?
Zach LaVine led all scorers with 42 points in Sacramento’s win over Miami.
Who did James Harden pass on the all-time scoring list?
Harden moved into 10th place, surpassing Carmelo Anthony with 28,303 career points.
Which team had the biggest win?
Brooklyn’s 18-point win over New Orleans was one of the most dominant performances of the night.
Did any underdogs win?
Yes, Sacramento’s road win in Miami was a notable underdog cover. Detroit also upset Milwaukee.
Where can I find NBA betting picks and strategies?
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