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Friday night’s NBA schedule delivered a blend of sustained dominance, comeback wins, and late-game execution that reshaped momentum for several teams across both conferences. From Boston’s continued surge to Memphis asserting itself at home, the slate showcased how depth, shooting efficiency, and fourth-quarter discipline continue to separate contenders from teams still searching for consistency.
For bettors, the night reinforced the value of tracking recent form, injury situations, and closing-line dynamics. Those following results and trends through SportsHub tools such as the service plays leaderboard and daily basketball service plays were able to identify clear edges as several games tilted decisively late.
Boston Celtics vs Indiana Pacers – 140-122
Boston erased an early 15-point deficit and pulled away behind another dominant performance from Jaylen Brown, who scored a game-high 30 points to extend his personal streak of 30-point outings to eight straight games. Payton Pritchard nearly matched him with 29 points while adding nine rebounds and five assists, and Sam Hauser provided a major spark off the bench with 23 points. Derrick White continued his steady playmaking with 21 points and six assists.
Indiana dropped its seventh straight game and slid to the league’s worst record. Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 18 points and eight assists, but turnovers and defensive lapses again proved costly as Boston controlled the final three quarters.
Miami Heat vs Atlanta Hawks – 126-111
Miami snapped a three-game losing streak by pulling away late despite missing key starters. Norman Powell led the Heat with 25 points, while Pelle Larsson delivered a career-high 21. Balanced scoring carried Miami, with six players reaching double figures as the Heat capitalized on Atlanta’s defensive breakdowns in the second half.
Trae Young paced the Hawks with 30 points, and Jalen Johnson continued his impressive stretch with 24 points, nine rebounds, and 10 assists. However, Atlanta’s fifth straight loss highlighted ongoing struggles to close games.
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Washington Wizards vs Toronto Raptors – 138-117
Washington moved ahead in the standings race for draft positioning with a decisive home win. Kyshawn George scored 23 points, while CJ McCollum and Bilal Coulibaly added 21 apiece. The Wizards controlled tempo early and never let Toronto gain traction.
Brandon Ingram led the Raptors with 29 points, while Immanuel Quickley chipped in 25, but Toronto struggled defensively and suffered its third loss in four games.
Handicapper Recap
From a betting perspective, Friday’s slate rewarded bettors who focused on streaks, fourth-quarter efficiency, and lineup availability. Boston’s continued dominance aligned with projections often flagged in SportsHub’s computer service plays and validated through tracking on the picks leaderboard. Chicago’s late-game execution and Memphis’ defensive edge echoed concepts frequently discussed in the bettor’s handbook and the live betting guide.
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Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers – 109-102
Chicago continued its hot stretch with a fifth consecutive victory, closing the game on a decisive 13-2 run. Coby White scored nine of his 13 points in the fourth quarter, while Zach Collins and Tre Jones each added 15. Josh Giddey recorded a double-double as the Bulls won the rebounding battle and capitalized late.
Philadelphia leaned heavily on Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey early, but the offense collapsed in the fourth quarter as the 76ers shot under 24 percent in the final frame.
Memphis Grizzlies vs Milwaukee Bucks – 125-104
Memphis extended its winning streak against Milwaukee to eight games behind a strong two-way effort. Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 24 points and blocked five shots, while Ja Morant returned from injury with 17 points and 10 assists. Cam Spencer added 19 points as the Grizzlies controlled both ends of the floor.
Milwaukee continued to struggle, losing for the sixth time in eight games despite solid perimeter shooting from AJ Green.
Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic – 120-105
Charlotte knocked down 19 three-pointers to secure a road win but suffered a potential setback when rookie Kon Knueppel exited early with an ankle injury. LaMelo Ball led seven Hornets in double figures with 22 points, while the team’s spacing and ball movement overwhelmed Orlando.
Anthony Black scored 24 points for the Magic, but defensive breakdowns from deep proved too much to overcome.
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Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans – 115-108
Phoenix closed strong to earn a road win as Devin Booker scored 12 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter. Mark Williams added 24 points, including 10 in the final period, as the Suns executed an 18-8 run over the final five minutes.
New Orleans relied heavily on bench scoring, with Zion Williamson leading the way, but inefficient perimeter shooting prevented a late comeback.
FAQ
Which teams are trending strongest for bettors right now?
Boston and Chicago continue to show consistency on both ends of the floor, making them frequent targets in SportsHub analysis.
How important were fourth-quarter runs on Friday?
Late-game execution decided several outcomes, particularly Chicago’s win and Phoenix’s road victory.
Where can bettors find daily picks and betting tools?
Daily analysis and selections are available through SportsHub’s free service plays along with premium picks across basketball and other major sports.
