The NBA delivered thrilling action on Sunday night, with standout performances and intense battles across the league. Jimmy Butler led the Miami Heat to an overtime victory, while the Boston Celtics extended their winning streak. Here’s a comprehensive look at all the key games from the evening.
Heat 123, Mavericks 118 (OT)
Jimmy Butler was the star of the night, scoring 33 points, grabbing nine rebounds, and dishing out six assists as the Miami Heat outlasted the Dallas Mavericks in a 123-118 overtime victory at Kaseya Center.
Miami, playing its first game since Monday, saw strong contributions from Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, both of whom recorded double-doubles. Adebayo added 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Herro chipped in 18 points and 10 boards. The Heat took the lead for good when Adebayo drained a three-pointer with 2:54 left in overtime, part of a run during which Dallas missed their final seven shots.
The Mavericks, playing without Luka Dončić (wrist), were led by Kyrie Irving, who scored 27 points and dished out six assists. P.J. Washington added 21 points and 10 rebounds. Despite their efforts, Dallas struggled to find a rhythm late, allowing Miami to clinch the win.
Celtics 107, Timberwolves 105
The Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to five games by edging out the Minnesota Timberwolves, 107-105, at TD Garden. Jaylen Brown spearheaded the Celtics’ offense with 29 points, connecting on 7-of-10 three-point attempts, including five in the first quarter.
Jayson Tatum added 26 points and eight rebounds, while Derrick White contributed 19 points and nine rebounds for Boston. The Celtics were sharp from beyond the arc, hitting 21 of their 56 attempts (37.5%).
Minnesota, meanwhile, continued their struggles in Boston, where they haven’t won since 2005. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 28 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists. Julius Randle scored 23 points, and Rudy Gobert dominated the boards with 20 rebounds. Despite their efforts, the Timberwolves couldn’t overcome Boston’s hot shooting.
Pacers 115, Wizards 103
The Indiana Pacers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 115-103 victory over the Washington Wizards in Indianapolis. Pascal Siakam led the way for the Pacers with 22 points, while Tyrese Haliburton added 21 points and orchestrated the offense effectively.
Moses Brown provided a spark off the bench, scoring 15 points, and Myles Turner contributed 10 points and nine rebounds. The Pacers controlled the pace of the game, maintaining their lead throughout.
The Wizards, now on an 11-game losing streak, received strong performances from Alexandre Sarr and Bilal Coulibaly, both of whom scored 17 points. Corey Kispert, Malcolm Brogdon, and Kyshawn George each added 15 points, but their efforts weren’t enough to stop Indiana’s balanced attack.
Clippers 125, 76ers 99
The Los Angeles Clippers secured their fifth consecutive win with a commanding 125-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. James Harden led the Clippers with 23 points, while Ivica Zubac recorded a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds.
Despite missing key players like Norman Powell (hamstring) and Kawhi Leonard (knee), the Clippers showcased their depth and efficiency, shooting 58% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc.
The 76ers, playing without Joel Embiid and Paul George due to knee injuries, struggled to keep pace. Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 17 points, and Kelly Oubre Jr. chipped in 12. Jared McCain managed 18 points but struggled with efficiency, shooting just 3-of-15 from the field.
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Cavaliers 122, Raptors 108
The Cleveland Cavaliers dominated the Toronto Raptors in a 122-108 win at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Ty Jerome came off the bench to score 26 points, his third 24-point performance in four games.
Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley added double-doubles, with Allen contributing 23 points and 13 rebounds and Mobley scoring 14 points while grabbing 11 boards. Donovan Mitchell also chipped in 26 points as the Cavaliers led nearly wire-to-wire.
The Raptors struggled to find consistency, with Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick each scoring 18 points. Jakob Poeltl dominated the glass with a game-high 19 rebounds, but Toronto has now lost eight of their last 10 games.
Nets 108, Kings 103
Cam Thomas delivered a game-high 34 points as the Brooklyn Nets survived a late scare to beat the Sacramento Kings 108-103 at Golden 1 Center.
The Nets built a 19-point lead early, but the Kings stormed back to take a 94-90 lead in the fourth quarter. Brooklyn rallied late, with Noah Clowney scoring 18 points off the bench and Cameron Johnson adding 16.
Sacramento’s De’Aaron Fox led the team with 31 points, while Keegan Murray scored 21 and Domantas Sabonis posted a near triple-double with 13 points, 18 rebounds, and seven assists. Despite their efforts, the Kings couldn’t sustain their comeback, losing their third straight game.
The night was a testament to the unpredictability of the NBA, with standout performances and dramatic finishes defining the action. From Jimmy Butler’s heroics in Miami to Cam Thomas leading the Nets in Sacramento, the league continues to deliver thrilling moments for basketball fans.
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