By Eurohoops team / info@eurohoops.net
Nikola Jokic recorded his 200th career regular-season triple-double as Denver defeated New Orleans 104–91 on the road. The Serbian center finished with 21 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists, becoming only the second player to reach the milestone after Russell Westbrook, who holds the record with 209.
Jamal Murray added 23 points, while Aaron Gordon contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds. Denver built a 22-point lead before New Orleans cut the deficit to five in the fourth quarter, but consecutive three-pointers from Christian Braun helped secure the win.
Victor Wembanyama delivered 36 points, 14 rebounds and five assists as San Antonio edged Utah 117–111 in overtime. The Frenchman shot 14-for-25 from the field, including four three-pointers, and added three steals and two blocks.
Wembanyama scored 21 points before halftime to keep the Spurs close, with Devin Vassell adding 17 of his 21 after the break. San Antonio responded to Utah’s opening overtime basket with a decisive 12–0 run, earning its third consecutive victory despite Keyonte George’s 31 points.
Giannis Antetokounmpo posted 24 points and 18 rebounds as Miami beat Atlanta 129–117 for its first win of the season. The Greek star also contributed three assists, a steal and a block.
Nikola Jovic provided a highlight off the bench, collecting a rebound and sinking a half-court buzzer-beater to end the first half. The Serbian forward finished with five points and three rebounds in seven minutes, making both of his field-goal attempts. Bam Adebayo matched Antetokounmpo’s 24 points and added nine rebounds.
Atlanta Hawks – Miami Heat 117–129
Cleveland Cavaliers – Washington Wizards 121–111
Detroit Pistons – Charlotte Hornets 97–89
Indiana Pacers – Philadelphia 76ers 109–114
Toronto Raptors – Orlando Magic 129–99
Chicago Bulls – New York Knicks 127–133
Milwaukee Bucks – Houston Rockets 100–132
Minnesota Timberwolves – Golden State Warriors 114–119
New Orleans Pelicans – Denver Nuggets 91–104
Utah Jazz – San Antonio Spurs 111–117 (OT)
Dallas Mavericks – Oklahoma City Thunder 120–96
Los Angeles Clippers – Los Angeles Lakers 87–103
Western Conference
1. Houston Rockets 5–0
2. Portland Trail Blazers 3–0
3. Memphis Grizzlies 4–0
4. Los Angeles Lakers 4–1
5. Oklahoma City Thunder 4–1
6. Minnesota Timberwolves 3–2
7. San Antonio Spurs 3–2
8. Dallas Mavericks 3–2
9. Denver Nuggets 2–2
10. Golden State Warriors 2–3
11. Phoenix Suns 1–2
12. Los Angeles Clippers 1–3
13. Utah Jazz 1–4
14. New Orleans Pelicans 0–4
15. Sacramento Kings 0–4
Eastern Conference
1. Detroit Pistons 4–1
2. Philadelphia 76ers 4–1
3. Toronto Raptors 3–1
4. Boston Celtics 3–1
5. Cleveland Cavaliers 3–1
6. Charlotte Hornets 3–2
7. Atlanta Hawks 2–3
8. Indiana Pacers 2–3
9. New York Knicks 2–3
10. Washington Wizards 2–3
11. Orlando Magic 1–3
12. Miami Heat 1–4
13. Milwaukee Bucks 1–4
14. Chicago Bulls 1–4
15. Brooklyn Nets 0–4
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