Sixers Host Hawks on Monday
The Philadelphia 76ers play host to the Atlanta Hawks at Wells Fargo Center on Monday.
The Hawks (11-9) come into this matchup losing their last two games, posting a 4-6 record across their last 10 games. Everyone expected this team to be much better this season, but it's clear this club has some things to figure out. The John Collins situation has been going on for years, and the trade rumors are swirling once again after another disappointing start to the year. This team knows he has the talent to be an All-Star player, but it just hasn't worked in Atlanta for whatever reason. Adding Dejounte Murray in the mix has taken away even more usage from JC, and it's hard to see them keeping him for much longer if the recent struggles continue.
The Sixers (11-9) don't have the sexiest record in the NBA, but this team has to be encouraged. They've lost Joel Embiid, James Harden and Tyrese Maxey to foot injuries over the last month, and these role players have kept this team's head above water. They actually enter this matchup winning six of their last eight games, handing the Orlando Magic a 133-103 beatdown on Sunday in their most recent outing. Tobias Harris and Shake Milton carried the load in that win, and Milton has been magnificent filling in for Harden and Maxey. He's been a guaranteed 20 points every night while flirting with triple-double averages as well. No one knew he had that in his game, and it'll be scary to see how this team looks when those three All-Stars return in the coming weeks and Milton is the playmaker off the bench.
Philly has dominated this series over the last two years, winning five of their last seven games over Atlanta.
The Hawks (11-9) come into this matchup losing their last two games, posting a 4-6 record across their last 10 games. Everyone expected this team to be much better this season, but it's clear this club has some things to figure out. The John Collins situation has been going on for years, and the trade rumors are swirling once again after another disappointing start to the year. This team knows he has the talent to be an All-Star player, but it just hasn't worked in Atlanta for whatever reason. Adding Dejounte Murray in the mix has taken away even more usage from JC, and it's hard to see them keeping him for much longer if the recent struggles continue.
The Sixers (11-9) don't have the sexiest record in the NBA, but this team has to be encouraged. They've lost Joel Embiid, James Harden and Tyrese Maxey to foot injuries over the last month, and these role players have kept this team's head above water. They actually enter this matchup winning six of their last eight games, handing the Orlando Magic a 133-103 beatdown on Sunday in their most recent outing. Tobias Harris and Shake Milton carried the load in that win, and Milton has been magnificent filling in for Harden and Maxey. He's been a guaranteed 20 points every night while flirting with triple-double averages as well. No one knew he had that in his game, and it'll be scary to see how this team looks when those three All-Stars return in the coming weeks and Milton is the playmaker off the bench.
Philly has dominated this series over the last two years, winning five of their last seven games over Atlanta.
Wizards, Timberwolves Face On Monday
The Washington Wizards will host the Minnesota Timberwolves at Capital One Arena on Monday.
The Wizards (10-10) fell to .500 after another loss, this time against the Boston Celtics by a 130-121 score, on Sunday. Washington has now lost its two games against the Celtics this season, and it’s a complicated turn of events for the team since the Wizards have now dropped three in a row while also falling to 3-6 on the road this season. Bradley Beal was Washington’s top scorer with 30 points, four assists and two steals, while Kristaps Porzingis ended with 21 points and four boards. Monte Morris dished out 16 points and eight assists, and Deni Avdija delivered 10 points. Taj Gibson added 12 points off the bench.
Kyle Kuzma (back), Rui Hachimura (ankle) and Johnny Davis (groin) are out, while Delon Wright continues to recover from a hamstring injury.
The Timberwolves (10-9) suffered a disappointing defeat against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday, dropping the game by a massive 23-point differential (137-114). Anthony Edwards had 26 points to lead Minnesota, and he also added four rebounds and four assists. Karl-Anthony Towns posted 21 points, four rebounds and four assists. D’Angelo Russell notched 15 points with six dimes. Jaylen Nowell delivered 16 points, three rebounds and three assists. Minnesota has gone 5-4 on the road this season and enters this game on a two-game losing streak, but the team has still gone 4-2 over its last six contests.
Jordan McLaughlin (calf) and Jaden McDaniels (illness) are game-time calls for Monday, while Taurean Prince (shoulder) has been ruled out.
The Wizards (10-10) fell to .500 after another loss, this time against the Boston Celtics by a 130-121 score, on Sunday. Washington has now lost its two games against the Celtics this season, and it’s a complicated turn of events for the team since the Wizards have now dropped three in a row while also falling to 3-6 on the road this season. Bradley Beal was Washington’s top scorer with 30 points, four assists and two steals, while Kristaps Porzingis ended with 21 points and four boards. Monte Morris dished out 16 points and eight assists, and Deni Avdija delivered 10 points. Taj Gibson added 12 points off the bench.
Kyle Kuzma (back), Rui Hachimura (ankle) and Johnny Davis (groin) are out, while Delon Wright continues to recover from a hamstring injury.
The Timberwolves (10-9) suffered a disappointing defeat against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday, dropping the game by a massive 23-point differential (137-114). Anthony Edwards had 26 points to lead Minnesota, and he also added four rebounds and four assists. Karl-Anthony Towns posted 21 points, four rebounds and four assists. D’Angelo Russell notched 15 points with six dimes. Jaylen Nowell delivered 16 points, three rebounds and three assists. Minnesota has gone 5-4 on the road this season and enters this game on a two-game losing streak, but the team has still gone 4-2 over its last six contests.
Jordan McLaughlin (calf) and Jaden McDaniels (illness) are game-time calls for Monday, while Taurean Prince (shoulder) has been ruled out.
Hornets Look To Build On Two-Game Win Streak
By Dan Bruno
The Boston Celtics play host to the Charlotte Hornets at TD Garden on Monday evening.
The Hornets (6-14) look to build on a two-game win streak as they head back out on the road with a chance to add to their 2-8 road record. Terry Rozier leads the team, averaging 20.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game. Kelly Oubre averages 19.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.7 steals, while P.J. Washington averages 15.9 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. The Hornets average 109.4 points per game, which is seventh fewest in the league. On the other end, they are giving up an average of 114.2 points per game. They continue to deal with injuries, as LaMelo Ball (ankle), Gordon Hayward (shoulder), Cody Martin (knee) and Dennis Smith (ankle) will remain sidelined.
Meanwhile, this marks the second game of a back-to-back for the Celtics (16-4), after an impressive home win over the Wizards on Sunday. The Celtics jumped out to a great start and led 72- 55 at halftime. They kept up the pace, outscoring the visitors 41-33 in the third quarter to make it a 25-point game heading into the fourth. The visitors mounted a strong rally in the final frame, but the Celtics kept their composure and closed out their third straight win. Jaylen Brown led the way in the win, with 36 points, five rebounds and two assists, while Malcolm Brogdon followed up with 17 points, six rebounds and four assists. The Celtics were without Jayson Tatum (ankle) on Sunday, and he remains questionable for action on Monday. The Celtics have won 12 of their last 13 games and will look to keep rolling as they face the fourth game of a six-game home stand
The Hornets (6-14) look to build on a two-game win streak as they head back out on the road with a chance to add to their 2-8 road record. Terry Rozier leads the team, averaging 20.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game. Kelly Oubre averages 19.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.7 steals, while P.J. Washington averages 15.9 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. The Hornets average 109.4 points per game, which is seventh fewest in the league. On the other end, they are giving up an average of 114.2 points per game. They continue to deal with injuries, as LaMelo Ball (ankle), Gordon Hayward (shoulder), Cody Martin (knee) and Dennis Smith (ankle) will remain sidelined.
Meanwhile, this marks the second game of a back-to-back for the Celtics (16-4), after an impressive home win over the Wizards on Sunday. The Celtics jumped out to a great start and led 72- 55 at halftime. They kept up the pace, outscoring the visitors 41-33 in the third quarter to make it a 25-point game heading into the fourth. The visitors mounted a strong rally in the final frame, but the Celtics kept their composure and closed out their third straight win. Jaylen Brown led the way in the win, with 36 points, five rebounds and two assists, while Malcolm Brogdon followed up with 17 points, six rebounds and four assists. The Celtics were without Jayson Tatum (ankle) on Sunday, and he remains questionable for action on Monday. The Celtics have won 12 of their last 13 games and will look to keep rolling as they face the fourth game of a six-game home stand
Nets Host Magic on Monday
The Brooklyn Nets play host to the Orlando Magic at Barclay's Center on Monday.
The Magic (5-15) look like one of the worst teams in the NBA, posting a 1-8 record on the road. They've been almost just as bad in their home arena, and it looks like another rebuilding year for this young group. They also come into this matchup amid a four-game losing streak, losing by 30 points on Sunday night. A shorthanded Sixers team handed them that beatdown, and it's clear this young group needs some leadership. Cole Anthony is expected to return from his oblique injury in the next week, and that'd be a nice start. This team has been playing without a point guard for most of the season, and that's difficult in today's NBA, even if they do have the tallest starting unit in the NBA.
The Nets (10-11) have been better over recent weeks, posting an 8-5 record across their last 13 games. That directly correlates with the resurgence of Ben Simmons, who's back to his triple-double ways over the last two weeks. Having him return to the dynamic stud we saw in Philly is a huge boost for this club, and it's just a matter of time before he's clicking with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. The next step is to find a third scorer, and fans are hopeful it'll be Seth Curry. He certainly showed that on Sunday, dropping 29 points on 11-of-15 from the field in that victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. They can't expect that every night but 15-20 points from him off the bench would change everything for this club.
Brooklyn has won six of their last eight games over Orlando in this series.
The Magic (5-15) look like one of the worst teams in the NBA, posting a 1-8 record on the road. They've been almost just as bad in their home arena, and it looks like another rebuilding year for this young group. They also come into this matchup amid a four-game losing streak, losing by 30 points on Sunday night. A shorthanded Sixers team handed them that beatdown, and it's clear this young group needs some leadership. Cole Anthony is expected to return from his oblique injury in the next week, and that'd be a nice start. This team has been playing without a point guard for most of the season, and that's difficult in today's NBA, even if they do have the tallest starting unit in the NBA.
The Nets (10-11) have been better over recent weeks, posting an 8-5 record across their last 13 games. That directly correlates with the resurgence of Ben Simmons, who's back to his triple-double ways over the last two weeks. Having him return to the dynamic stud we saw in Philly is a huge boost for this club, and it's just a matter of time before he's clicking with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. The next step is to find a third scorer, and fans are hopeful it'll be Seth Curry. He certainly showed that on Sunday, dropping 29 points on 11-of-15 from the field in that victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. They can't expect that every night but 15-20 points from him off the bench would change everything for this club.
Brooklyn has won six of their last eight games over Orlando in this series.
Hobbled Raptors Host Cavs
By Dan Bruno
The Toronto Raptors play host to the Cleveland Cavaliers at Scotiabank Arena on Monday.
The Raptors (10-9) can build off the momentum from a win in their last game as they face the third and final game of a home stand with a chance to build on their 7-2 home record. They continue to deal with injury trouble as Dalano Banton (ankle), Scottie Barnes (knee) and Justin Champagnie (back) are listed as questionable for action, while Precious Achiuwa (ankle), Otto Porter (toe) and Pascal Siakam (adductor) will be sidelined. On the bright side, O.G. Anunoby continues to play well, averaging 18.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 2.4 steals per game. Chris Boucher is on a roll, averaging 17.6 points, 10.0 rebounds and 10 steals over his last five games, with three straight double-doubles. Fred VanVleet averages 19.1 points, 3.5 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.8 steals per game. The Raptors average 111.4 points per game, and they are holding opponents to an average of 109.6 points per game.
Meanwhile, this marks the second game of a back-to-back for the Cavs (13-7) after an impressive comeback win in Detroit on Sunday. They fell behind early by 12 , early in the first, but they gained traction and cut it to a six-point game heading into the second. They could not make progress through the second and trailed by five at halftime. They stayed solid in the third but could not cut into the deficit, trailing by five heading into the final frame. However, they outscored the hosts 29-16 in the fourth to rally to the road win. Donovan Mitchell led the way with 32 points, five rebounds and a steal, in the win. Evan Mobley followed up with 20 points, 13 rebounds and a block, while Darius Garland finished with 19 points, three rebounds and 10 assists. The Cavaliers will look to keep it rolling as they face the third and final game of a road trip.
The Raptors (10-9) can build off the momentum from a win in their last game as they face the third and final game of a home stand with a chance to build on their 7-2 home record. They continue to deal with injury trouble as Dalano Banton (ankle), Scottie Barnes (knee) and Justin Champagnie (back) are listed as questionable for action, while Precious Achiuwa (ankle), Otto Porter (toe) and Pascal Siakam (adductor) will be sidelined. On the bright side, O.G. Anunoby continues to play well, averaging 18.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 2.4 steals per game. Chris Boucher is on a roll, averaging 17.6 points, 10.0 rebounds and 10 steals over his last five games, with three straight double-doubles. Fred VanVleet averages 19.1 points, 3.5 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.8 steals per game. The Raptors average 111.4 points per game, and they are holding opponents to an average of 109.6 points per game.
Meanwhile, this marks the second game of a back-to-back for the Cavs (13-7) after an impressive comeback win in Detroit on Sunday. They fell behind early by 12 , early in the first, but they gained traction and cut it to a six-point game heading into the second. They could not make progress through the second and trailed by five at halftime. They stayed solid in the third but could not cut into the deficit, trailing by five heading into the final frame. However, they outscored the hosts 29-16 in the fourth to rally to the road win. Donovan Mitchell led the way with 32 points, five rebounds and a steal, in the win. Evan Mobley followed up with 20 points, 13 rebounds and a block, while Darius Garland finished with 19 points, three rebounds and 10 assists. The Cavaliers will look to keep it rolling as they face the third and final game of a road trip.
Pelicans, Thunder Collide In New Orleans
The New Orleans Pelicans will host the Oklahoma City Thunder at Smoothie King Center on Monday.
The Pelicans (11-8) have been shorthanded of late, but they’ve been getting the job done and enter this game having won three of their last five. They’re coming off a 132-111 loss against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, though. Trey Murphy led the Pelicans with 21 points on 7-of-14 shooting, three rebounds and a steal, in 26 minutes off the bench. Zion Williamson followed up with 14 points, five rebounds, four assists and a steal. Herbert Jones added 13 points, five rebounds, three assists, a steal and a block, while Jose Alvarado chipped in seven points, four rebounds, two assists and a steal. New Orleans has gone 6-3 at home this season.
Larry Nance (shoulder), Brandon Ingram (toe) and Naji Marshall (illness) are all game-time decisions for Monday’s game, while CJ McCollum (COVID-19) and E.J. Liddell (knee) are out.
The Thunder (8-12) have been more competitive than anyone would’ve expected, but they still enter this game having lost four of their last five, including their 118-105 loss against the Houston Rockets on Saturday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 32 points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals, in 28 minutes. Josh Giddey followed up with 18 points, five rebounds, two assists and a steal, while Aaron Wiggins added 15 points, two rebounds and three steals. The Thunder shot 39 percent from the field, including 10-of-44 from deep. Oklahoma City has gone 3-7 on the road as well.
Mike Muscala (finger) is out for Monday’s game, while Chet Holmgren (foot) is out for the season.
The Pelicans (11-8) have been shorthanded of late, but they’ve been getting the job done and enter this game having won three of their last five. They’re coming off a 132-111 loss against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, though. Trey Murphy led the Pelicans with 21 points on 7-of-14 shooting, three rebounds and a steal, in 26 minutes off the bench. Zion Williamson followed up with 14 points, five rebounds, four assists and a steal. Herbert Jones added 13 points, five rebounds, three assists, a steal and a block, while Jose Alvarado chipped in seven points, four rebounds, two assists and a steal. New Orleans has gone 6-3 at home this season.
Larry Nance (shoulder), Brandon Ingram (toe) and Naji Marshall (illness) are all game-time decisions for Monday’s game, while CJ McCollum (COVID-19) and E.J. Liddell (knee) are out.
The Thunder (8-12) have been more competitive than anyone would’ve expected, but they still enter this game having lost four of their last five, including their 118-105 loss against the Houston Rockets on Saturday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 32 points, three rebounds, three assists and two steals, in 28 minutes. Josh Giddey followed up with 18 points, five rebounds, two assists and a steal, while Aaron Wiggins added 15 points, two rebounds and three steals. The Thunder shot 39 percent from the field, including 10-of-44 from deep. Oklahoma City has gone 3-7 on the road as well.
Mike Muscala (finger) is out for Monday’s game, while Chet Holmgren (foot) is out for the season.
Rockets Aiming To Extend Winning Run, Visit Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets will host the Houston Rockets at Ball Arena on Monday.
The Nuggets (12-7) are coming off a 114-104 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday, and that means they’ve won two in a row and three of their last four. They were led by Aaron Gordon, accruing 29 points, seven rebounds, three assists, two steals and two blocks. Jamal Murray amassed 21 points, six rebounds and nine assists. Nikola Jokic collected 19 points, 13 rebounds, six assists and two steals, while Bruce Brown tallied eight points, four rebounds and four assists. Denver has also gone 4-2 at home this season.
Michael Porter (heel) and Bones Hyland (illness) are both game-time calls for Sunday, while Collin Gillespie (lower leg) and Jeff Green (knee) are ruled out.
The Rockets (5-14) remain one of the worst teams in the league, but things are headed on the right direction, it seems. Houston is riding its first winning streak of the season, as the 118-105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder means the team has won two in a row for the first time in the current campaign. Jalen Green led the Rockets with 28 points on 11-of-19 shooting, two rebounds and nine assists, in 34 minutes. Alperen Sengun followed up with 21 points, 19 rebounds, seven assists, three steals and two blocks. Jabari Smith totaled 15 points, 13 rebounds and a block, while Kevin Porter finished with 16 points, three rebounds, six assists and a steal. The Rockets own a 2-9 record on the road this season.
Jae’Sean Tate (ankle) and Bruno Fernando (knee) are both game-time calls for Monday.
The Nuggets (12-7) are coming off a 114-104 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday, and that means they’ve won two in a row and three of their last four. They were led by Aaron Gordon, accruing 29 points, seven rebounds, three assists, two steals and two blocks. Jamal Murray amassed 21 points, six rebounds and nine assists. Nikola Jokic collected 19 points, 13 rebounds, six assists and two steals, while Bruce Brown tallied eight points, four rebounds and four assists. Denver has also gone 4-2 at home this season.
Michael Porter (heel) and Bones Hyland (illness) are both game-time calls for Sunday, while Collin Gillespie (lower leg) and Jeff Green (knee) are ruled out.
The Rockets (5-14) remain one of the worst teams in the league, but things are headed on the right direction, it seems. Houston is riding its first winning streak of the season, as the 118-105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder means the team has won two in a row for the first time in the current campaign. Jalen Green led the Rockets with 28 points on 11-of-19 shooting, two rebounds and nine assists, in 34 minutes. Alperen Sengun followed up with 21 points, 19 rebounds, seven assists, three steals and two blocks. Jabari Smith totaled 15 points, 13 rebounds and a block, while Kevin Porter finished with 16 points, three rebounds, six assists and a steal. The Rockets own a 2-9 record on the road this season.
Jae’Sean Tate (ankle) and Bruno Fernando (knee) are both game-time calls for Monday.
Bulls and Jazz Tangle in Utah
The Chicago Bulls take on the Utah Jazz at Vivint Arena on Monday night.
The Bulls (8-11) have plenty of talent, but they've nevertheless been trending in the wrong direction of late with losses in six of their last eight games. Their most recent stumble came in their last time on the floor, when they fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder by a 123-119 score in overtime on Friday night. DeMar DeRozan led the Bulls with 30 points, adding six assists, four rebounds and two steals. Zach LaVine delivered 27 points, five rebounds, five assists and one steal. Nikola Vucevic generated a 13-point, 13-rebound double-double that included three assists. Alex Caruso turned in 12 points, four assists, two rebounds, one steal and one block. Patrick Williams registered 11 points, six rebounds, one assist and two blocks.
The Bulls will list Caruso (ankle) as doubtful for Monday's game.
The Jazz (12-10) opened the season as one of the biggest surprises in either conference, but they'll enter Monday's interconference clash having dropped four straight games. Their most recent loss was an exceedingly narrow one, as they dropped a 113-112 decision to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. Jordan Clarkson led the Jazz with 22 points, adding five rebounds and five assists. Jordan Clarkson led the way with 22 points, adding five rebounds and five assists. Colin Sexton turned in 20 points, five assists, two rebounds and two steals. Lauri Markkanen generated a 15-point, 10-rebound double-double that included two assists. Malik Beasley delivered 14 points, five rebounds and four assists. Nickeil Alexander-Walker poured in 12 points, while Kelly Olynk compiled 10 points, six rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block.
The Jazz will list Markkanen (knee), Mike Conley (lower leg) and Leandro Bolmaro (concussion) as questionable at best for Monday's contest.
Monday's game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this season. The two teams split the two-game 2021-22 regular-season series.
The Bulls (8-11) have plenty of talent, but they've nevertheless been trending in the wrong direction of late with losses in six of their last eight games. Their most recent stumble came in their last time on the floor, when they fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder by a 123-119 score in overtime on Friday night. DeMar DeRozan led the Bulls with 30 points, adding six assists, four rebounds and two steals. Zach LaVine delivered 27 points, five rebounds, five assists and one steal. Nikola Vucevic generated a 13-point, 13-rebound double-double that included three assists. Alex Caruso turned in 12 points, four assists, two rebounds, one steal and one block. Patrick Williams registered 11 points, six rebounds, one assist and two blocks.
The Bulls will list Caruso (ankle) as doubtful for Monday's game.
The Jazz (12-10) opened the season as one of the biggest surprises in either conference, but they'll enter Monday's interconference clash having dropped four straight games. Their most recent loss was an exceedingly narrow one, as they dropped a 113-112 decision to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. Jordan Clarkson led the Jazz with 22 points, adding five rebounds and five assists. Jordan Clarkson led the way with 22 points, adding five rebounds and five assists. Colin Sexton turned in 20 points, five assists, two rebounds and two steals. Lauri Markkanen generated a 15-point, 10-rebound double-double that included two assists. Malik Beasley delivered 14 points, five rebounds and four assists. Nickeil Alexander-Walker poured in 12 points, while Kelly Olynk compiled 10 points, six rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block.
The Jazz will list Markkanen (knee), Mike Conley (lower leg) and Leandro Bolmaro (concussion) as questionable at best for Monday's contest.
Monday's game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this season. The two teams split the two-game 2021-22 regular-season series.
Suns and Kings Clash in Cali
The Phoenix Suns take on the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on Monday night.
The Suns (13-6) check into Monday's game in strong form, as they've rattled off four consecutive wins despite the ongoing absences of two starters. Phoenix's most recent success came Saturday night, when they atoned for a narrow loss earlier in the season by edging the Utah Jazz, 113-112. DeAndre Ayton led the Suns with a 29-point, 21-rebound double-double that included three assists, two blocks and one steal. Devin Booker generated a 27-point, 11-rebound double-double that included seven assists. Mikal Bridges supplied 16 points, three rebounds, two assists and one steal. Cameron Payne furnished 11 points, six assists and one steal. Torrey Craig registered 10 points, seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks.
The Suns will remain without Chris Paul (heel) and Cameron Johnson (knee) for Monday's game.
The Kings (10-8) have been competitive in nearly every game they've played this season, but they'll come into Monday's game having dropped consecutive games by a total of 27 points. Their most recent stumble came Friday night, when they fell to the Boston Celtics by a 122-104 score. De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 20 points, adding four rebounds and two assists. Domantas Sabonis generated an 18-point, 10-rebound double-double that included six assists. Davion Mitchell delivered 13 points. Harrison Barnes finished with 12 points, five boards and one assist.
The Kings will come into Monday's game without any injuries to report.
Monday's game marks the first of four meetings between the teams this season. The two teams split the four-game 2021-22 regular-season series.
The Suns (13-6) check into Monday's game in strong form, as they've rattled off four consecutive wins despite the ongoing absences of two starters. Phoenix's most recent success came Saturday night, when they atoned for a narrow loss earlier in the season by edging the Utah Jazz, 113-112. DeAndre Ayton led the Suns with a 29-point, 21-rebound double-double that included three assists, two blocks and one steal. Devin Booker generated a 27-point, 11-rebound double-double that included seven assists. Mikal Bridges supplied 16 points, three rebounds, two assists and one steal. Cameron Payne furnished 11 points, six assists and one steal. Torrey Craig registered 10 points, seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks.
The Suns will remain without Chris Paul (heel) and Cameron Johnson (knee) for Monday's game.
The Kings (10-8) have been competitive in nearly every game they've played this season, but they'll come into Monday's game having dropped consecutive games by a total of 27 points. Their most recent stumble came Friday night, when they fell to the Boston Celtics by a 122-104 score. De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 20 points, adding four rebounds and two assists. Domantas Sabonis generated an 18-point, 10-rebound double-double that included six assists. Davion Mitchell delivered 13 points. Harrison Barnes finished with 12 points, five boards and one assist.
The Kings will come into Monday's game without any injuries to report.
Monday's game marks the first of four meetings between the teams this season. The two teams split the four-game 2021-22 regular-season series.
Pacers and Lakers Set for Interconference Clash
The Indiana Pacers take on the Los Angeles Lakers at crypto.com Arena on Monday night.
The Pacers (11-8) had been riding high with six wins in the previous seven games coming into a Sunday matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers, but they fell by a 114-100 score in that contest. Jalen Smith led the Pacers with 23 points, adding nine rebounds and one block. Tyrese Haliburton generate a 15-point, 11-assist double-double that included five rebounds and two steals. T.J. McConnell supplied 14 points, five assists, three rebounds and two steals. Buddy Hield finished with 10 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals.
The Pacers will likely list Andrew Nembhard (knee) and Chris Duarte (ankle) as questionable at best for Monday's game. Daniel Theis (knee) will remain out.
The Lakers (7-11) still have a long way to go as far as digging out of their early-season hole, but they'll enter Monday's interconference clash having won six of their last seven games. Los Angeles' most recent success came despite the absence of Anthony Davis, as they managed a wild 143-138 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. LeBron James led the Lakers with 39 points, complementing them with 11 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block. Dennis Schroder compiled 21 points, six assists and three rebounds. Lonnie Walker totaled 19 points, five boards and two assists. Austin Reaves supplied 16 points, while Wenyen Gabriel registered 15 points, four rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal. Russell Westbrook netted 11 points, seven rebounds, six assists and one block.
The Lakers will list Davis (calf) as probable for Monday's game. Patrick Beverley (suspension) will remain out, while James (leg) will be listed as probable.
Monday's game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this season. The two teams split the two-game 2021-22 regular-season series.
The Pacers (11-8) had been riding high with six wins in the previous seven games coming into a Sunday matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers, but they fell by a 114-100 score in that contest. Jalen Smith led the Pacers with 23 points, adding nine rebounds and one block. Tyrese Haliburton generate a 15-point, 11-assist double-double that included five rebounds and two steals. T.J. McConnell supplied 14 points, five assists, three rebounds and two steals. Buddy Hield finished with 10 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals.
The Pacers will likely list Andrew Nembhard (knee) and Chris Duarte (ankle) as questionable at best for Monday's game. Daniel Theis (knee) will remain out.
The Lakers (7-11) still have a long way to go as far as digging out of their early-season hole, but they'll enter Monday's interconference clash having won six of their last seven games. Los Angeles' most recent success came despite the absence of Anthony Davis, as they managed a wild 143-138 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. LeBron James led the Lakers with 39 points, complementing them with 11 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block. Dennis Schroder compiled 21 points, six assists and three rebounds. Lonnie Walker totaled 19 points, five boards and two assists. Austin Reaves supplied 16 points, while Wenyen Gabriel registered 15 points, four rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal. Russell Westbrook netted 11 points, seven rebounds, six assists and one block.
The Lakers will list Davis (calf) as probable for Monday's game. Patrick Beverley (suspension) will remain out, while James (leg) will be listed as probable.
Monday's game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this season. The two teams split the two-game 2021-22 regular-season series.