Lillard Shines in Bucks’ Narrow Victory
Damian Lillard provided an impressive showing by scoring 37 points and giving out 12 assists, guiding the undermanned Milwaukee Bucks to a 106-103 victory against the Miami Heat. Lillard made eight out of 13 three-pointers as the Bucks secured their fifth straight victory. In East Group B, Milwaukee showed resilience despite missing Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton. Jimmy Butler scored 23 points for Miami, but the Heat fell to 1-2 in group play.
Sengun Secures Rockets’ Quarterfinal Spot
Alperen Sengun’s triple-double led the Houston Rockets to a 117-111 overtime victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, securing the West Group A championship. Sengun recorded 22 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds, with Fred VanVleet contributing 27 points. Even though Anthony Edwards scored 29 points for Minnesota, his shot at the buzzer in regulation didn’t go in, resulting in the Timberwolves having a 1-2 record in group play.
Booker, Suns Dominate Lakers
Devin Booker’s performance of 26 points and 10 assists led the Phoenix Suns to a 127-100 win against the Los Angeles Lakers, ending a five-game losing skid. Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal both made a comeback from injuries, each scoring 23 points. Anthony Davis scored 25 points and grabbed 15 rebounds for the Lakers, as LeBron James contributed 18 points and moved up to seventh place in the all-time three-pointers ranking.
Wembanyama’s Big Night Lifts Spurs
Victor Wembanyama tallied 34 points, with 24 coming in the opening half. Furthermore, in the San Antonio Spurs’ 128-115 victory over the Utah Jazz. Stephon Castle contributed 23 points, sustaining the Spurs’ hopes in West Group B. The Jazz, spearheaded by Keyonte George scoring 26 points, fell to 0-3 in their group matches.
Other Highlights
In Washington, the Bulls easily won by a score of 127-108. Moreover, thanks to Coby White making five three-point shots and Nikola. The Wizards lost their 12th straight game despite 23 points from Kyle Kuzma.
Incredible shooting performance of Damian Lillard and clutch plays in the final moments helped the Milwaukee Bucks hold off a late Heat charge, securing a vital win.
Lillard Shines in Bucks’ Narrow Victory
Damian Lillard provided an impressive showing by scoring 37 points and giving out 12 assists, guiding the undermanned Milwaukee Bucks to a 106-103 victory against the Miami Heat. Lillard made eight out of 13 three-pointers as the Bucks secured their fifth straight victory. In East Group B, Milwaukee showed resilience despite missing Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton. Jimmy Butler scored 23 points for Miami, but the Heat fell to 1-2 in group play.
Sengun Secures Rockets’ Quarterfinal Spot
Alperen Sengun’s triple-double led the Houston Rockets to a 117-111 overtime victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, securing the West Group A championship. Sengun recorded 22 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds, with Fred VanVleet contributing 27 points. Even though Anthony Edwards scored 29 points for Minnesota, his shot at the buzzer in regulation didn’t go in, resulting in the Timberwolves having a 1-2 record in group play.
Booker, Suns Dominate Lakers
Devin Booker’s performance of 26 points and 10 assists led the Phoenix Suns to a 127-100 win against the Los Angeles Lakers, ending a five-game losing skid. Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal both made a comeback from injuries, each scoring 23 points. Anthony Davis scored 25 points and grabbed 15 rebounds for the Lakers, as LeBron James contributed 18 points and moved up to seventh place in the all-time three-pointers ranking.
Wembanyama’s Big Night Lifts Spurs
Victor Wembanyama tallied 34 points, with 24 coming in the opening half. Furthermore, in the San Antonio Spurs’ 128-115 victory over the Utah Jazz. Stephon Castle contributed 23 points, sustaining the Spurs’ hopes in West Group B. The Jazz, spearheaded by Keyonte George scoring 26 points, fell to 0-3 in their group matches.
Other Highlights
In Washington, the Bulls easily won by a score of 127-108. Moreover, thanks to Coby White making five three-point shots and Nikola. The Wizards lost their 12th straight game despite 23 points from Kyle Kuzma.
Incredible shooting performance of Damian Lillard and clutch plays in the final moments helped the Milwaukee Bucks hold off a late Heat charge, securing a vital win.
