Six very balanced games in the NBA night. The only match that ended with a double-digit lead was the one between Sacramento Kings e Washington Wizards: the Californians win thanks to an excellent performance by Russell Westbrook. I Los Angeles Clippers they continue to fly: comeback success a Toronto without Kawhi Leonardgreat ex of the challenge. The final dunk of Evan Mobley nails i Philadelphia 76ers and condemns them to defeat: it passes Cleveland after a great fourth period. Home wins for i Brooklyn Nets they Indiana Pacers sui Chicago Bulls and on New Orleans Pelicans. Last, but not least, is the performance of Kevin Durant: thanks to his 39 points, i Rockets they beat i Timberwolves (without Anthony Edwards).
Toronto Raptors 117-121 Los Angeles Clippers (dopo OT)
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Impressive moment of form for the Clippers: twelfth victory in the last fourteen games. Due to the very heavy absence of Kawhi LeonardLos Angeles ends up trailing by double digits already in the first quarter, with Toronto leading by +8 with less than four minutes to go. Here the resilience of the coaching team comes out Lue: James Hardenafter shooting terribly for the entire first half, takes the stand and scores 16 of his 31 total points between the final period and overtimeleading an unexpected comeback. Ivica Zubac he benefits from his teammate’s assists (10 assists for the former Rockets) and closes with a double double of 16+14 rebounds, but the second best scorer for the guests is Jordan Miller with 19 off the bench. The Raptors sent seven players to double figures, led by 24 Scottie Barnesbut they dissolve at the moment and waste a great opportunity to reach third place for the Knicks. The Clippers, however, are in the play-in zone for the first time this season: the Californians’ rise continues.
Houston Rockets 110-105 Minnesota Timberwolves
Vital success for the Houston Rockets who, after a complicated moment, managed to get the better of the Minnesota Timberwolves, still without Anthony Edwards. The match was balanced for all 48 minutes, but in the fourth period they took center stage Kevin Durant (39 points) e Alperen Sengun (25+14 rebounds), authors of very difficult baskets and spectacular assists (the one behind the Turk’s back is the highlight of the match). Among the guests the best is a super Julius Randle 39 points, followed by 25 from the bench Naz Reidbut the Wolves paid for Edwards’ absence at the end of the match. The Texans equal the Lakers’ record and move back to fifth place, getting closer to Minnesota: the coach’s team Udoka still has room to finish in the top four.
Philadelphia 76ers 115-117 Cleveland Cavaliers
After Wednesday’s disastrous defeat against the Cavs, Philadelphia seeks revenge in front of its fans. The 76ers, led by a Joel Embiid from 33 points, they lead by ten with 7 minutes to go, but Cleveland doesn’t give up and, thanks to 39 points (career high) from Jaylon Tysonthey remain in contact until the end and even take the lead with 30 seconds to go. Coach Nurse calls timeout and hands the ball to Tyrese Maxey (22 points): floater and tie at 115 with 8 seconds on the clock. The guests’ response was not long in coming: throw-in for Tyson, baseline and assist for the dunk Evan Mobley (15). Maxey’s last reply from midfield only finds the scoreboard: Cleveland also overtakes Philadelphia in the standings and pushes the 76ers into the play-in zone.
