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NBA Roundup: Scores, Recaps, and Betting Takeaways
NBA Roundup action on Thursday was pure bettor fuel: late-game shot-making, massive momentum swings, and a few results that turned on one decisive stretch. Phoenix won it at the buzzer, Charlotte lit up the scoreboard behind a rookie record, and San Antonio kept rolling with another win in a long streak.
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Latest NBA Odds & Lines
With contenders and bubble teams trading punches, markets can move quickly around form and availability. Check the board for the latest NBA odds before you lock in anything, because late-game outcomes and workload can change perception fast.
NBA Picks of the Day
Thursday’s slate had clear signals: late execution, three-point variance, and teams that either protected a lead or erased one with a single surge. For updated angles and daily leans, start with the basketball service plays.
Oklahoma City Thunder
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Denver Nuggets
Open
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Feb 27, 2026 21:40 EST
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Score
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-8.50 -110
Spread
+8.50 -110
o+230.50-114
Total
u+230.50-106
-312
Moneyline
+250
Dallas Mavericks
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Memphis Grizzlies
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Feb 27, 2026 20:40 EST
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Score
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-6.00 -110
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+6.00 -110
o+235.50-114
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u+235.50-106
-233
Moneyline
+190
Milwaukee Bucks
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New York Knicks
Open
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Feb 27, 2026 20:10 EST
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Score
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+8.00 -110
Spread
-8.00 -110
o+220.50-110
Total
u+220.50-110
+245
Moneyline
-303
Top Takeaways
- Phoenix erased a 13-point second-half deficit and won on a final shot, the kind of finish that punishes sloppy late possessions.
- Charlotte’s 133-point outburst was driven by heavy three-point volume, a profile that can swing spreads and totals quickly.
- San Antonio extended an 11-game streak even with another quiet scoring night from Victor Wembanyama.
- Houston flipped a 19-point deficit with a 21-0 third-quarter run, one burst decided the entire game.
- Philadelphia closed on an 8-0 run, another reminder that late-game execution is still king.
NBA Game Recaps
NBA Game Recaps break down each result with a bettor-first lens, focusing on what actually decided the game. That means key runs, late-game execution, three-point variance, and which players tilted momentum when it mattered most. Below are quick, clean recaps that stick to the decisive stretches and the signals worth carrying into the next slate.
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Lakers vs Suns Recap: Suns win 113-110
Royce O’Neale buried a 3-pointer with 1.7 seconds left as Phoenix completed a comeback from 13 down in the second half. O’Neale had put the Suns up 110-108 on the prior possession before LeBron James’ tip-in tied it with 22.7 seconds left, setting up the final shot.
Grayson Allen scored 28 and hit six 3s, while Collin Gillespie added 21 and also made six 3s. Phoenix overcame a 41-point game from Luka Doncic, who also had eight assists and eight rebounds. LeBron finished with 15 and Marcus Smart had 14 for the Lakers.
Hornets vs Pacers Recap: Hornets win 133-109
Kon Knueppel set the NBA single-season rookie record for 3-pointers and scored 28, hitting eight 3s to reach 209 for the season. Brandon Miller matched a season high with 33, and LaMelo Ball posted 20 points and eight assists as Charlotte rolled.
Indiana got 20 points and seven assists from Andrew Nembhard, plus 19 off the bench from Micah Potter. The Pacers have dropped five straight and nine of their last 11.
Nets vs Spurs Recap: Spurs win 126-110
Julian Champagnie scored 26 as San Antonio extended its longest winning streak since the 2015-16 season to 11. Stephon Castle scored 18 with 13 in the first quarter, while Devin Vassell had 14 and De’Aaron Fox scored 14 with 10 in the third.
Victor Wembanyama was held to 12 points with eight rebounds. Brooklyn got 25 from Michael Porter Jr. and 14 points plus 11 rebounds from Day’Ron Sharpe off the bench as the Nets lost their sixth straight.
Rockets vs Magic Recap: Rockets win 113-108
Kevin Durant scored 40 and Houston erased a 19-point deficit, taking control with a 21-0 run in the third. Reed Sheppard added 20 and made five 3s, while Alperen Sengun scored 16 and Jabari Smith Jr. had 13.
Desmond Bane led Orlando with 30, and Paolo Banchero recorded 19 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds. Sengun’s layup with 3:07 left gave Houston the lead for good.
Heat vs 76ers Recap: 76ers win 124-117
Tyrese Maxey posted 28 points, 11 assists, and five steals as Philadelphia finished on an 8-0 run to win its third straight. Joel Embiid added 26 points and 11 rebounds, and Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 21 with eight boards.
Bam Adebayo led Miami with 29 points and 14 rebounds, while Tyler Herro had 25 points and seven assists off the bench. The Heat dropped their second straight.
Clippers vs Timberwolves Recap: Timberwolves win 94-88
Anthony Edwards scored 31 and Donte DiVincenzo added 18 as Minnesota won in Inglewood. Jaden McDaniels and Ayo Dosunmu scored 12 each, and Rudy Gobert grabbed 13 rebounds as the Timberwolves improved to 5-1 since Feb. 9.
The Clippers were without Kawhi Leonard (ankle) and John Collins (head/neck). Derrick Jones Jr. scored 18 and Bennedict Mathurin added 14 in a third straight loss.
Wizards vs Hawks Recap: Hawks win 126-96
Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum combined for 58 points to power Atlanta in a wire-to-wire win over Washington. Kispert posted career highs with 33 points and 11 field goals, including six 3s. McCollum scored 25 on 9-for-19 shooting, and both had 22 points in the first half.
Washington had four players score 14: Tre Johnson, Will Riley, Justin Hardy, and Justin Champagnie. The Wizards were without Alex Sarr (right hamstring strain) and Kyshawn George (left knee contusion).
Trail Blazers vs Bulls Recap: Trail Blazers win 121-112
Jerami Grant scored 27 and Toumani Camara added 16 as Portland won in Chicago. Robert Williams III delivered 14 points, a season-best 14 rebounds, and four blocks. Vit Krejci scored 14 off the bench.
Matas Buzelis had 20 points and seven rebounds, and Tre Jones scored 19 off the bench as the Bulls dropped their 11th straight.
Mavericks vs Kings Recap: Kings win 130-121
Precious Achiuwa posted a career-high 29 points on 13-of-19 shooting, went 3-for-3 from deep, and added 12 rebounds to lead Sacramento. Maxime Raynaud scored 22 and Daeqwon Plowden added 19 off the bench.
Naji Marshall led Dallas with a season-best 36 points and 10 rebounds. Khris Middleton scored 17 and Brandon Williams had 16 as the Mavericks fell short.
Jazz vs Pelicans Recap: Pelicans win 129-118
Saddiq Bey scored a season-high 42 points with seven assists and five rebounds as New Orleans won in Salt Lake City. Zion Williamson added 20 points and four steals, and Dejounte Murray posted 17 points, nine assists, and four steals in his second game back from an Achilles tendon injury.
Ace Bailey led Utah with 23 points, and Brice Sensabaugh added 20 off the bench. The Jazz dropped their fourth straight despite shooting 50 percent from the field.
NBA Picks and Handicappers
If you’re betting NBA daily, the edge often comes from comparing styles and tracking who’s consistently seeing the game right. Start with the service plays leaderboard to evaluate results across multiple handicappers, then mix in free service plays when you want volume without forcing spots.
For a data-driven second opinion, computer picks can help you sanity-check your reads. To keep the process sharp long-term, the Bettor’s Handbook is built for bankroll rules and decision-making structure. When you’re ready to scale up access, review the pricing packages.
