Bucks 113, Clippers 106:
Damian Lillard’s game-high 41 points propelled the Milwaukee Bucks to a 113-106 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Bobby Portis contributed with 28 points and 16 rebounds off the bench. Despite missing star Giannis Antetokounmpo due to a left Achilles injury, the Bucks secured their sixth straight win.
Lakers 116, Thunder 104:
LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 116-104 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, contributing 19 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists. D’Angelo Russell and Anthony Davis added 26 and 24 points, respectively, as the Lakers claimed their 10th win in 14 games, knocking the Thunder out of the first place in the Western Conference.
Grizzlies 106, Nets 102:
Luke Kennard’s season-high 25 points helped the Memphis Grizzlies snap a five-game losing streak with a 106-102 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Despite a late surge from the Nets, the Grizzlies held on for the win, with Kennard making crucial plays in the final minutes.
Timberwolves 119, Trail Blazers 114:
Rudy Gobert’s double-double with 25 points and 16 rebounds powered the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 119-114 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Anfernee Simons led the Trail Blazers with 34 points and 14 assists, but the Timberwolves secured the victory, moving back into first place in the Western Conference.
Bulls 113, Kings 109:
Coby White’s career-high 37-point performance led the Chicago Bulls to a comeback win against the Sacramento Kings. White made crucial plays in the final minutes, erasing a 22-point deficit in the second half. DeMar DeRozan added 33 points as the Bulls secured the victory.
Jazz 127, Wizards 115:
Jordan Clarkson’s season-high 38 points, including 12 straight in the fourth quarter, guided the Utah Jazz to a 127-115 victory over the Washington Wizards. Clarkson’s outstanding performance helped the Jazz snap a three-game losing streak, and he surpassed Thurl Bailey for the most 30-point games as a reserve in franchise history. Despite a 32-point effort from Jordan Poole, the Wizards lost their 15th consecutive game.
