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Monday’s NBA slate delivered injury drama, comeback wins, and sharp offensive outputs across the board. Denver lost Nikola Jokic to a left knee injury, the Knicks erased a double-digit second-half deficit, and the Suns stayed hot with a fourth straight win. Several games featured fourth-quarter runs that flipped covers, while others were decided in the final possession — a classic sweat slate for bettors.
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Denver Nuggets
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Los Angeles Lakers
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Mar 05, 2026 22:10 EST
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Score
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-5.00 -110
Spread
+5.00 -110
o+239.50-112
Total
u+239.50-108
-196
Moneyline
+164
Sacramento Kings
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New Orleans Pelicans
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Mar 05, 2026 22:10 EST
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+4.50 -110
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-4.50 -110
o+231.50-110
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u+231.50-110
+158
Moneyline
-189
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Top Takeaways
- Jokic’s injury shifts Denver outlook: Jokic left with a left knee injury late in the second quarter. The Heat dominated from there.
- Knicks finish strong again: OG Anunoby’s go-ahead dunk flipped momentum late. Brunson and KAT delivered down the stretch.
- Suns are rolling: Phoenix won its fourth straight, shot the lights out, and hit five or more threes from three different players.
- Raptors erased a 21-point deficit: Jamal Shead’s 19 off the bench sparked Toronto’s comeback.
- Bettors sweated Thunder-Hawks pace: OKC dropped 140, and Shai cashed scoring props early.
- Timberwolves cashed 2H plays: Minnesota outscored Chicago 81–51 after halftime to blow it open.
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Nuggets vs Heat Recap: Heat win 147-123
Nikola Jokic exited late in the second quarter with a left knee injury after teammate Spencer Jones stepped on his foot. Miami led by 10 at halftime and never looked back, cruising to a 147-point output and their third straight win.
Norman Powell had 25, Jaquez and Jovic combined for 42, and Miami punished Denver’s defense in transition. The Nuggets have now dropped three of four — a trend that could carry betting impact depending on Jokic’s MRI.
Warriors vs Nets Recap: Warriors win 120-107
Golden State erased a 15-point first-quarter hole behind 27 points from Stephen Curry and 21 from Jimmy Butler. They shot 53.2% and played from in front the entire second half.
Michael Porter Jr. scored 27, but Brooklyn’s win streak ended at three. Bettors who live bet the Warriors after Q1 made a sharp call.
Bucks vs Hornets Recap: Bucks win 123-113
Giannis had 24 points and seven assists in just 25 minutes, and Bobby Portis led Milwaukee with 25 in a double-digit win. It marked the Bucks’ first back-to-back wins since October.
Myles Turner (23 pts) and KPJ (15 pts, 11 asts) helped keep pace, but Charlotte lost Miles Bridges early to an ankle injury and couldn’t get back on track.
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Raptors vs Magic Recap: Raptors win 107-106
Toronto overcame a 21-point deficit behind Jamal Shead’s career-high 19 off the bench. Scottie Barnes made the go-ahead free throws in the final 90 seconds.
Anthony Black’s 27 points weren’t enough for the Magic, who have now dropped five of their last eight. Live Raptors plays hit big in the second half.
Knicks vs Pelicans Recap: Knicks win 130-125
OG Anunoby threw down the go-ahead dunk with under two minutes left as New York completed a comeback win in New Orleans. Brunson (28 pts, 10 asts) and KAT (12 pts, 12 rebs) anchored the Knicks’ close.
Zion Williamson posted a season-high 32 points and Saddiq Bey scored 23 of his 26 in the first quarter, but New York’s late-game execution held.
Suns vs Wizards Recap: Suns win 115-101
Phoenix hit five-plus threes from three different players and beat Washington for its fourth straight win. Dillon Brooks (26 pts) and Gillespie (25 pts, 5 threes) led the charge.
Booker added 22 and Royce O’Neale also knocked down five triples. Tre Johnson had a career night (24 pts, 5 threes) for the Wizards in a losing effort.
Rockets vs Pacers Recap: Rockets win 126-119
Kevin Durant (30 pts) led Houston, while Amen Thompson (20 pts, 8 rebs, 7 asts) and Jabari Smith Jr. (21 pts, 10 rebs) played efficiently. Despite 19 turnovers, the Rockets held on.
Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 23, but it wasn’t enough. The Pacers have now dropped nine straight, though they scored 37 off Houston’s mistakes.
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Timberwolves vs Bulls Recap: Timberwolves win 136-101
Naz Reid scored a season-high 33 and Anthony Edwards added 23 as Minnesota blew it open with an 81–51 second-half margin.
Coby White re-aggravated a calf injury and Josh Giddey left in the third. Vucevic had 23 for the Bulls, but bettors who played Timberwolves second-half lines or overs were rewarded.
Thunder vs Hawks Recap: Thunder win 140-129
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 39 on 15-of-24 shooting and led Oklahoma City to its 24th straight regular-season win vs East teams.
Chet Holmgren (24 pts, 9 rebs) and Jalen Williams (20 pts) contributed as well. Atlanta was down three starters, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker (30 pts) led in scoring, but the Thunder controlled pace and props cashed.
Cavaliers vs Spurs Recap: Cavaliers win 113-101
Jarrett Allen scored 27 and keyed a fourth-quarter run that flipped a 3-point deficit into a double-digit win. Cleveland snapped a two-game skid behind strong bench contributions.
Wembanyama led the Spurs with 26 and 14, but San Antonio collapsed during a 12-0 run midway through the fourth. Bettors leaning Cavs late got the edge.
Trail Blazers vs Mavericks Recap: Trail Blazers win 125-122
Deni Avdija had 27 points, 11 assists, and 9 rebounds in a near triple-double as Portland pulled out a win in the final minute. Caleb Love hit six threes and sank the go-ahead free throws late.
Klay Thompson’s three at the buzzer missed to force OT. Dallas has now lost five of six, while Portland notched back-to-back wins — a rare payout spot lately.
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