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Celtics Set Record Pace in Blowout Over Clippers
The Boston Celtics dominated the visiting Los Angeles Clippers 126-94, extending their winning streak to six games. Boston erupted for 51 points in the second quarter, tying the NBA record for most three-pointers in a quarter with 12. Jaylen Brown scored 13 of his 30 points in the period, while Derrick White contributed 12 of his 26 points during the run.
In his season debut, Kristaps Porziņģis added 16 points after recovering from offseason foot surgery. The Clippers were led by Ivica Zubac, who posted 23 points and 10 rebounds, but their five-game winning streak came to an end.
Ja Morant Shines in Return, Grizzlies Dominate Blazers
Returning from an eight-game absence, Ja Morant powered the Memphis Grizzlies to a commanding 123-98 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Morant recorded a double-double with 22 points and 11 assists, while Jaren Jackson Jr. added 21 points.
For Portland, Deni Avdija led with 17 points, but the Blazers struggled mightily, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 17.4% from three-point range.
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Jaden Ivey’s Buzzer-Beater Lifts Pistons Over Raptors
Jaden Ivey hit a clutch floater as time expired to lift the Detroit Pistons to a 102-100 win over the Toronto Raptors. Ivey finished with 25 points and eight assists, while Jalen Duren notched a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds.
For Toronto, Scottie Barnes starred with 31 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists, but the Raptors couldn’t overcome their late-game struggles.
Magic Surge Late to Down Hornets
Franz Wagner led the Orlando Magic with 21 points as they rallied to defeat the Charlotte Hornets 95-84. Jonathan Isaac provided a key boost in the fourth quarter, draining three three-pointers during a 14-2 run that turned the game in Orlando’s favor.
Despite LaMelo Ball’s heroic 44-point performance, including nine rebounds and seven assists, Charlotte’s offensive struggles in the final frame cost them the game.
Haliburton Powers Pacers to Victory Over Pelicans
Tyrese Haliburton tallied 34 points and 13 assists to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 114-110 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Myles Turner added 17 points, while Pascal Siakam and Bennedict Mathurin each chipped in double-digit scoring efforts.
For New Orleans, Elfrid Payton dished out a season-high 21 assists alongside 14 points. CJ McCollum, returning after a 13-game absence, scored 23 points, but the Pelicans dropped their fifth straight.
Irving Lifts Mavericks Past Hawks
Kyrie Irving scored 16 of his game-high 32 points in the fourth quarter as the Dallas Mavericks outlasted the Atlanta Hawks 129-119. Dallas had strong performances from Jaden Hardy (23 points) and Naji Marshall (22 points).
Atlanta’s Jalen Johnson recorded 28 points and 11 rebounds, while Trae Young added 18 points and 16 assists, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the Hawks from dropping their third straight.
Knicks Rout Nuggets Behind Anunoby’s Career Night
OG Anunoby delivered a career-high 40 points as the New York Knicks overwhelmed the Denver Nuggets 145-118. Karl-Anthony Towns added 30 points and 15 rebounds, and Jalen Brunson posted a double-double with 23 points and a career-best 17 assists.
For Denver, Russell Westbrook scored 24 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter. However, the Nuggets fell apart defensively, allowing the Knicks to tie a franchise record with 45 assists.
Nets Stun Warriors in Comeback Victory
The Brooklyn Nets erased an 18-point third-quarter deficit to shock the Golden State Warriors 128-120. Dennis Schröder led the charge with 31 points, including four three-pointers, while Cam Thomas added 23 points.
Golden State’s Stephen Curry finished with 28 points, but the Warriors dropped consecutive games for the first time this season.
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Gilgeous-Alexander Leads Thunder Past Struggling Kings
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander posted a stellar 37-point, 11-assist performance to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 130-109 win over the Sacramento Kings. Jalen Williams added 28 points for the Thunder, who secured their second straight win.
Sacramento’s DeMar DeRozan scored 30 points, while Domantas Sabonis contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds. However, the Kings suffered their fourth straight loss.
