Pacers Come From Behind, Get Past Wizards
The Indiana Pacers defeated the Washington Wizards, 121-111, at Gainbridge Life Fieldhouse on Friday.
The Pacers (14-12) moved to 8-4 at home with their victory Friday, and while they didn’t have a good start against the Wizards (11-15), they ultimately secured the victory as Washington now fell to 3-10 on the road. It was a slow start for Indiana, though, as the Wizards jumped out to a 33-31 lead in the first quarter, but it was all Pacers since then. Indiana won the remaining three quarters and grabbed the lead at halftime following a 38-32 score in the second quarter, but they backed that up in the second half. Indiana won the final two quarters, 26-24 and 26-22, respectively, as they cruised their way to victory in the final minutes.
Buddy Hield was the top scorer for the Pacers here since he ended with 28 points, four assists, three steals and two rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton finished with 23 points and 11 assists. Myles Turner delivered 14 points and six boards. Bennedict Mathurin recorded 18 points and eight rebounds off the bench, and Oshae Brissett notched 16 points and eight boards off the bench as well. Indiana shot 50.6 percent from the field and 43.9 percent from three-point range.
Kristaps Porzingis posted 29 points and nine rebounds to lead the Wizards, while Kyle Kuzma notched 27 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Deni Avdija recorded 14 points, nine rebounds and four assists, while Jordan Goodwin posted 19 points off the bench. Washington shot 53.2 percent from the field and 34.5 percent from beyond the arc.
The Pacers (14-12) moved to 8-4 at home with their victory Friday, and while they didn’t have a good start against the Wizards (11-15), they ultimately secured the victory as Washington now fell to 3-10 on the road. It was a slow start for Indiana, though, as the Wizards jumped out to a 33-31 lead in the first quarter, but it was all Pacers since then. Indiana won the remaining three quarters and grabbed the lead at halftime following a 38-32 score in the second quarter, but they backed that up in the second half. Indiana won the final two quarters, 26-24 and 26-22, respectively, as they cruised their way to victory in the final minutes.
Buddy Hield was the top scorer for the Pacers here since he ended with 28 points, four assists, three steals and two rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton finished with 23 points and 11 assists. Myles Turner delivered 14 points and six boards. Bennedict Mathurin recorded 18 points and eight rebounds off the bench, and Oshae Brissett notched 16 points and eight boards off the bench as well. Indiana shot 50.6 percent from the field and 43.9 percent from three-point range.
Kristaps Porzingis posted 29 points and nine rebounds to lead the Wizards, while Kyle Kuzma notched 27 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Deni Avdija recorded 14 points, nine rebounds and four assists, while Jordan Goodwin posted 19 points off the bench. Washington shot 53.2 percent from the field and 34.5 percent from beyond the arc.
Magic Hold On To Get Past Raptors
The Orlando Magic defeated the Toronto Raptors, 113-109, at Amway Center on Friday.
The Magic (7-20) have not had a good season in 2022-23 so far, but they had an impressive performance to defeat the Raptors (13-13), as Orlando moved to 6-9 at home with the win and Toronto fell to 3-10 on the road. The Magic enjoyed an impressive start and jumped out to a 37-25 lead in the first quarter, but that would be everything they’d need to secure the victory. Even though the Raptors responded with a 38-30 lead in the second quarter, Orlando still had a sizable four-point lead at the break and bolstered that to a seven-point advantage after the third quarter. Toronto would still won the final quarter by a 22-19 score, but that wasn’t enough to mount the comeback and the Magic escaped with the victory.
Franz Wagner had one of his best performances of the season and delivered 34 points to lead the Magic. Paolo Banchero finished with 23 points, six rebounds and four assists, while Markelle Fultz posted 15 points, five assists and three boards. Bol Bol had 10 points and six rebounds, while Moritz Wagner posted 11 points and four boards. Cole Anthony had 18 points and Mo Bamba grabbed 13 boards, both off the bench.
Pascal Siakam scored a game-high 36 points, but his efforts were not enough to lead the Raptors -- he also had nine rebounds and seven assists. Fred VanVleet notched 19 points and six assists, while O.G. Anunoby recorded 12 points, eight rebounds, five steals and two assists. Gary Trent Jr. scored 20 points and Chris Boucher had 10 points off the bench.
The Magic (7-20) have not had a good season in 2022-23 so far, but they had an impressive performance to defeat the Raptors (13-13), as Orlando moved to 6-9 at home with the win and Toronto fell to 3-10 on the road. The Magic enjoyed an impressive start and jumped out to a 37-25 lead in the first quarter, but that would be everything they’d need to secure the victory. Even though the Raptors responded with a 38-30 lead in the second quarter, Orlando still had a sizable four-point lead at the break and bolstered that to a seven-point advantage after the third quarter. Toronto would still won the final quarter by a 22-19 score, but that wasn’t enough to mount the comeback and the Magic escaped with the victory.
Franz Wagner had one of his best performances of the season and delivered 34 points to lead the Magic. Paolo Banchero finished with 23 points, six rebounds and four assists, while Markelle Fultz posted 15 points, five assists and three boards. Bol Bol had 10 points and six rebounds, while Moritz Wagner posted 11 points and four boards. Cole Anthony had 18 points and Mo Bamba grabbed 13 boards, both off the bench.
Pascal Siakam scored a game-high 36 points, but his efforts were not enough to lead the Raptors -- he also had nine rebounds and seven assists. Fred VanVleet notched 19 points and six assists, while O.G. Anunoby recorded 12 points, eight rebounds, five steals and two assists. Gary Trent Jr. scored 20 points and Chris Boucher had 10 points off the bench.
Knicks Cruise In Victory Over Hornets
The New York Knicks defeated the Charlotte Hornets, 121-102, at Spectrum Center on Friday.
The Knicks (13-13) moved back to .500 and improved to 7-6 on the road in an easy win over the Hornets (7-19), a team that fell to 4-9 in front of their fans. New York established dominance in the early going and jumped out to a 22-20 lead in the first quarter, but they bolstered their advantage to a 33-29 score in the second quarter. The game was still tight, but a 34-22 score in the third quarter pulled away the Knicks for good. Charlotte didn’t let the guard down and kept trying to fight, but the team’s efforts were unsuccessful. Instead, the Knicks won the final quarter by a 32-31 score, enough to seal the deal with ease.
Julius Randle was the best player for the Knicks and finished with 33 points and seven rebounds, while RJ Barrett ended with a strong performance after posting 26 points, seven rebounds and four dimes. Both Quentin Grimes and Jalen Brunson finished with 11 points, with Grimes recording six boards and Brunson dishing out 11 assists. Mitchell Robinson pulled down 13 boards while adding six rebounds. Isaiah Hartenstein and Immanuel Quickley had 11 points off the bench. Miles McBride scored 10 points.
Terry Rozier was the leading scorer for the Hornets with 24 points, six rebounds and four assists, while Kelly Oubre Jr. posted 22 points. Mason Plumlee delivered 13 points and nine rebounds, while also adding three assists and two steals, and P.J. Washington had 10 points with six rebounds. Bryce McGowens delivered 10 points.
The Knicks (13-13) moved back to .500 and improved to 7-6 on the road in an easy win over the Hornets (7-19), a team that fell to 4-9 in front of their fans. New York established dominance in the early going and jumped out to a 22-20 lead in the first quarter, but they bolstered their advantage to a 33-29 score in the second quarter. The game was still tight, but a 34-22 score in the third quarter pulled away the Knicks for good. Charlotte didn’t let the guard down and kept trying to fight, but the team’s efforts were unsuccessful. Instead, the Knicks won the final quarter by a 32-31 score, enough to seal the deal with ease.
Julius Randle was the best player for the Knicks and finished with 33 points and seven rebounds, while RJ Barrett ended with a strong performance after posting 26 points, seven rebounds and four dimes. Both Quentin Grimes and Jalen Brunson finished with 11 points, with Grimes recording six boards and Brunson dishing out 11 assists. Mitchell Robinson pulled down 13 boards while adding six rebounds. Isaiah Hartenstein and Immanuel Quickley had 11 points off the bench. Miles McBride scored 10 points.
Terry Rozier was the leading scorer for the Hornets with 24 points, six rebounds and four assists, while Kelly Oubre Jr. posted 22 points. Mason Plumlee delivered 13 points and nine rebounds, while also adding three assists and two steals, and P.J. Washington had 10 points with six rebounds. Bryce McGowens delivered 10 points.
Kings Top Cavaliers, 106-95
The Sacramento Kings defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers, 106-95, at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Friday night.
The Kings (14-10) came into the contest already riding a three-game winning streak, and they appeared well on their way to extending it while building a 31-20 lead through the first 12 minutes despite being without star point guard De'Aaron Fox (foot). However, the Cavaliers (16-10) turned the tables in the second quarter, sending the game into halftime knotted at 49-49. Cleveland then managed to forge a one-point edge going into the final period, but Sacramento's 27-15 advantage in the final 12 minutes sealed the rollercoaster road victory.
Harrison Barnes led the Kings with 20 points, adding three rebounds, one assist and one block. Kevin Huerter supplied 19 points, five boards, two assists and three steals. Domantas Sabonis generated an 18-point, 18-rebound double-double that included six assists, three steals and two blocks. Keegan Murray matched Sabonis' scoring while adding two rebounds, one steal and one block.
Caris LeVert led the Cavaliers with 22 points, complementing them with six rebounds and six assists. Darius Garland registered 19 points, six assists, two rebounds and two steals. Cedi Osman registered 17 points, four rebounds, one assist, three steals and one block. Evan Mobley finished with 16 points, seven boards, four assists and one steal.
The Kings remain on the road and visit the New York Knicks on Sunday evening, while the Cavaliers remain home and host the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night.
The Kings (14-10) came into the contest already riding a three-game winning streak, and they appeared well on their way to extending it while building a 31-20 lead through the first 12 minutes despite being without star point guard De'Aaron Fox (foot). However, the Cavaliers (16-10) turned the tables in the second quarter, sending the game into halftime knotted at 49-49. Cleveland then managed to forge a one-point edge going into the final period, but Sacramento's 27-15 advantage in the final 12 minutes sealed the rollercoaster road victory.
Harrison Barnes led the Kings with 20 points, adding three rebounds, one assist and one block. Kevin Huerter supplied 19 points, five boards, two assists and three steals. Domantas Sabonis generated an 18-point, 18-rebound double-double that included six assists, three steals and two blocks. Keegan Murray matched Sabonis' scoring while adding two rebounds, one steal and one block.
Caris LeVert led the Cavaliers with 22 points, complementing them with six rebounds and six assists. Darius Garland registered 19 points, six assists, two rebounds and two steals. Cedi Osman registered 17 points, four rebounds, one assist, three steals and one block. Evan Mobley finished with 16 points, seven boards, four assists and one steal.
The Kings remain on the road and visit the New York Knicks on Sunday evening, while the Cavaliers remain home and host the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night.
Nets Edge Hawks, 120-116
The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Atlanta Hawks, 120-116, at Barclays Center on Friday night.
The Nets (15-12) came into the contest as solid home favorites, and they validated that status early by taking a 36-30 lead through one. The Hawks (13-13) were able to knock off two points from their deficit before halftime, but Brooklyn had regained a six-point advantage going into the final period. However, Atlanta fought back to take several leads in the fourth quarter -- including by four with 5:29 remaining -- before the home squad's 17-9 game-ending run and Kevin Durant's pair of free throws with 6.1 seconds left sealed the narrow victory.
Trae Young led the Hawks with 33 points, adding nine assists, three steals and one block. Bogdan Bogdanovic furnished 31 points, three assists, two rebounds and one steal. Clint Capela generated a 15-point, 11-rebound double-double that included one assist, one steal and one block. Trent Forrest delivered 11 points, three assists, two boards and two steals. A.J. Griffin supplied 10 points, two boards, two assists and one steal.
Durant paced the Nets with 34 points, supplementing them with four rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal. Kyrie Irving generated a 33-point, 11-rebound double-double that included three assists. T.J. Warren registered 14 points, three assists, two rebounds and two steals. Seth Curry netted 11 points, two assists, one rebound and one steal. Joe Harris compiled 10 points, three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block.
The Hawks head back home to host the Chicago Bulls on Sunday evening, while the Nets visit the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.
The Nets (15-12) came into the contest as solid home favorites, and they validated that status early by taking a 36-30 lead through one. The Hawks (13-13) were able to knock off two points from their deficit before halftime, but Brooklyn had regained a six-point advantage going into the final period. However, Atlanta fought back to take several leads in the fourth quarter -- including by four with 5:29 remaining -- before the home squad's 17-9 game-ending run and Kevin Durant's pair of free throws with 6.1 seconds left sealed the narrow victory.
Trae Young led the Hawks with 33 points, adding nine assists, three steals and one block. Bogdan Bogdanovic furnished 31 points, three assists, two rebounds and one steal. Clint Capela generated a 15-point, 11-rebound double-double that included one assist, one steal and one block. Trent Forrest delivered 11 points, three assists, two boards and two steals. A.J. Griffin supplied 10 points, two boards, two assists and one steal.
Durant paced the Nets with 34 points, supplementing them with four rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal. Kyrie Irving generated a 33-point, 11-rebound double-double that included three assists. T.J. Warren registered 14 points, three assists, two rebounds and two steals. Seth Curry netted 11 points, two assists, one rebound and one steal. Joe Harris compiled 10 points, three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block.
The Hawks head back home to host the Chicago Bulls on Sunday evening, while the Nets visit the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.
Sixers Hang On At Home
By Dan Bruno
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the visting Los Angeles Lakers 133-122 at Wells Fargo Center on Friday evening.
The game got out to a tight start but the hosts pulled away with an 11-point lead after one quarter. The Lakers turned it up in the second and charged to a six-point lead, before the 76ers reclaimed a two-point edge by halftime. The Sixers maintained the momentum in the third and pushed ahead to a 10-point lead heading into the final frame. They kept the pressure on and led by 16 points with four minutes left in the fourth, but the Lakers mounted a brilliant rally to tie the game at 120, forcing overtime. The Sixers got back on track in the extra period, outscoring the visitors 12-2, to secure the home win and end a three-game slide. This marks the third straight loss for the Lakers.
Joel Embiid led the Sixers with 38 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and a steal, in 46 minutes. De'Anthony Melton followed up with 33 points, four rebounds, two assists and seven steals, while James Harden tallied 28 points, four rebounds, 12 assists, two steals and a block. The 76ers shot 53 percent from the field, including 18-of-40 from deep.
Meanwhile, Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 31 points, 12 rebounds, two steals and two blocks, in 36 minutes. Austin Reaves followed up with 25 points, two rebounds, five assists and two steals, while LeBron James totaled 23 points, four rebounds, six assists and two steals. The Lakers shot 50 percent from the field, including 11-of-31 from long range.
The Lakers (10-15) will look to bounce back as they take on the Pistons in Detroit on Sunday. The 76ers (13-12) play host to the Hornets on Sunday.
The game got out to a tight start but the hosts pulled away with an 11-point lead after one quarter. The Lakers turned it up in the second and charged to a six-point lead, before the 76ers reclaimed a two-point edge by halftime. The Sixers maintained the momentum in the third and pushed ahead to a 10-point lead heading into the final frame. They kept the pressure on and led by 16 points with four minutes left in the fourth, but the Lakers mounted a brilliant rally to tie the game at 120, forcing overtime. The Sixers got back on track in the extra period, outscoring the visitors 12-2, to secure the home win and end a three-game slide. This marks the third straight loss for the Lakers.
Joel Embiid led the Sixers with 38 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and a steal, in 46 minutes. De'Anthony Melton followed up with 33 points, four rebounds, two assists and seven steals, while James Harden tallied 28 points, four rebounds, 12 assists, two steals and a block. The 76ers shot 53 percent from the field, including 18-of-40 from deep.
Meanwhile, Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 31 points, 12 rebounds, two steals and two blocks, in 36 minutes. Austin Reaves followed up with 25 points, two rebounds, five assists and two steals, while LeBron James totaled 23 points, four rebounds, six assists and two steals. The Lakers shot 50 percent from the field, including 11-of-31 from long range.
The Lakers (10-15) will look to bounce back as they take on the Pistons in Detroit on Sunday. The 76ers (13-12) play host to the Hornets on Sunday.
Grizzlies Notch Fifth Straight Win
By Dan Bruno
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the visiting Detroit Pistons, 114-103, at FedEx Forum on Friday evening.
The Grizzlies jumped out to a strong start and led by seven, after one quarter. The Pistons kept it close to start the second, but the hosts regained control and rallied to an eight-point lead at the break. The Grizzlies turned it up a notch in the third and outscored the visitors by 12 points in the quarter to make it a 20-point game heading into the final quarter. The Pistons put up a decent effort in the fourth, but the Grizzlies were able to cruise to their fifth straight win. This marks the second straight loss for the Pistons.
Jaren Jackson led the Grizzlies with 20 points, five rebounds, four blocks and two steals, in 30 minutes. Ja Morant totaled 15 points, six rebounds, 12 assists, three steals and a block, while Brandon Clarke added 17 points, seven rebounds, two assists and steal. The Grizzlies shot 48 percent from the field, including 9-of-32 from deep.
Meanwhile, Bojan Bogdanovic led the Pistons with 19 points and four rebounds, in 22 minutes. Jalen Duren tallied 10 points and 12 rebounds, while Isaiah Stewart finished with 13 points, seven rebounds and two blocks. The Pistons shot 40 percent from the field, including 11-of-35 from long range.
The Pistons (7-21) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Pistons on Sunday. The Grizzlies (17-9) play host to the Hawks on Monday.
The Grizzlies jumped out to a strong start and led by seven, after one quarter. The Pistons kept it close to start the second, but the hosts regained control and rallied to an eight-point lead at the break. The Grizzlies turned it up a notch in the third and outscored the visitors by 12 points in the quarter to make it a 20-point game heading into the final quarter. The Pistons put up a decent effort in the fourth, but the Grizzlies were able to cruise to their fifth straight win. This marks the second straight loss for the Pistons.
Jaren Jackson led the Grizzlies with 20 points, five rebounds, four blocks and two steals, in 30 minutes. Ja Morant totaled 15 points, six rebounds, 12 assists, three steals and a block, while Brandon Clarke added 17 points, seven rebounds, two assists and steal. The Grizzlies shot 48 percent from the field, including 9-of-32 from deep.
Meanwhile, Bojan Bogdanovic led the Pistons with 19 points and four rebounds, in 22 minutes. Jalen Duren tallied 10 points and 12 rebounds, while Isaiah Stewart finished with 13 points, seven rebounds and two blocks. The Pistons shot 40 percent from the field, including 11-of-35 from long range.
The Pistons (7-21) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Pistons on Sunday. The Grizzlies (17-9) play host to the Hawks on Monday.
Pelicans Close Out Sixth Straight Win
By Dan Bruno
The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the visiting Phoenix Suns, 128-117, at Smoothie King Center on Friday evening.
The game got out to a tight start as the Suns led 27-26 after one quarter. The score stayed close through the second, but the Pelicans pulled ahead to a three-point lead at the break. The hosts carried the momentum into the third and outscored the Suns by 10 points in the quarter to take a 13-point lead into the fourth. The Pelicans stayed on top for most of the fourth and came up clutch in the final minutes to secure their sixth straight win. This marks the third straight loss for the Suns.
Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 35 points, seven rebounds, four assists and a steal, in 37 minutes. Jose Alvarado followed up with 20 points, two assists and three steals, while C.J. McCollum tallied 18 points, seven rebounds, five assists and a steal. The Pelicans shot 51 percent from the field, including 8-of-27 from long range.
Meanwhile, Deandre Ayton led the Suns with 25 points, 14 rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block, in 40 minutes. Chris Paul followed up with 24 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, while Torrey Craig and Devin Booker totaled 14 points each. The Suns shot 50 percent from the field, including 22-of-44 from deep.
The Pelicans (17-8) and Suns (16-10) clash again in Phoenix on Sunday.
The game got out to a tight start as the Suns led 27-26 after one quarter. The score stayed close through the second, but the Pelicans pulled ahead to a three-point lead at the break. The hosts carried the momentum into the third and outscored the Suns by 10 points in the quarter to take a 13-point lead into the fourth. The Pelicans stayed on top for most of the fourth and came up clutch in the final minutes to secure their sixth straight win. This marks the third straight loss for the Suns.
Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 35 points, seven rebounds, four assists and a steal, in 37 minutes. Jose Alvarado followed up with 20 points, two assists and three steals, while C.J. McCollum tallied 18 points, seven rebounds, five assists and a steal. The Pelicans shot 51 percent from the field, including 8-of-27 from long range.
Meanwhile, Deandre Ayton led the Suns with 25 points, 14 rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block, in 40 minutes. Chris Paul followed up with 24 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, while Torrey Craig and Devin Booker totaled 14 points each. The Suns shot 50 percent from the field, including 22-of-44 from deep.
The Pelicans (17-8) and Suns (16-10) clash again in Phoenix on Sunday.
T'Wolves Defeat Jazz, 118-108
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the host Utah Jazz, 118-108, at Vivint Arena on Friday.
While there were eight lead changes in this game, Minnesota held the lead for all but a few minutes. Utah never led by more than two points, with Minnesota grabbing a game-high 15-point lead, thanks to a 33-22 second quarter. The Timberwolves shot 53 percent from the field and 40 percent from three-point range while holding the Jazz to 43 percent from the field and 30 percent from long range. Minnesota also out-assisted Utah, 30-22, while outscoring them in the paint, 54-42.
The Timberwolves (13-12) were led by D'Angelo Russell, tallying 30 points, three rebounds and two assists on 12-of-16 from the field. Rudy Gobert collected 22 points and 13 rebounds. Kyle Anderson accrued 15 points, seven rebounds, 12 assists and two steals, while Anthony Edwards amassed 14 points, six rebounds, two assists and three steals.
The Jazz (15-13) were led by Malik Beasley, totaling 23 points, four rebounds and two steals. Jordan Clarkson compiled 21 points, two rebounds and three assists. Nickeil Alexander-Walker generated 11 points, four rebounds and four assists, while Kelly Olynyk had 10 points, four rebounds and four assists. Mike Conley led the bench with 17 points and six assists.
Both teams play the second half of a back-to-back set on Saturday, with Minnesota staying on the road to play the Portland Trail Blazers and Utah facing the Denver Nuggets on the road as well.
While there were eight lead changes in this game, Minnesota held the lead for all but a few minutes. Utah never led by more than two points, with Minnesota grabbing a game-high 15-point lead, thanks to a 33-22 second quarter. The Timberwolves shot 53 percent from the field and 40 percent from three-point range while holding the Jazz to 43 percent from the field and 30 percent from long range. Minnesota also out-assisted Utah, 30-22, while outscoring them in the paint, 54-42.
The Timberwolves (13-12) were led by D'Angelo Russell, tallying 30 points, three rebounds and two assists on 12-of-16 from the field. Rudy Gobert collected 22 points and 13 rebounds. Kyle Anderson accrued 15 points, seven rebounds, 12 assists and two steals, while Anthony Edwards amassed 14 points, six rebounds, two assists and three steals.
The Jazz (15-13) were led by Malik Beasley, totaling 23 points, four rebounds and two steals. Jordan Clarkson compiled 21 points, two rebounds and three assists. Nickeil Alexander-Walker generated 11 points, four rebounds and four assists, while Kelly Olynyk had 10 points, four rebounds and four assists. Mike Conley led the bench with 17 points and six assists.
Both teams play the second half of a back-to-back set on Saturday, with Minnesota staying on the road to play the Portland Trail Blazers and Utah facing the Denver Nuggets on the road as well.
Bucks Defeat Mavericks, 106-105
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the host Dallas Mavericks, 106-105, at American Airlines Center on Friday.
There were 10 ties and 14 lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 12 points. There were actually five lead changes in the closing six minutes, with Brook Lopez hitting a game-winning lay-up with 7.8 seconds remaining. The Mavericks missed five free throws in the closing three minutes, finishing the game shooting 10-of-24 from the charity stripe. The Bucks shot 19-of-23. Milwaukee also out-assisted Dallas, 27-21, while out-rebounding them, 61-53.
The Bucks (19-6) were led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, collecting 28 points, 10 rebounds and three assists. Khris Middleton amassed 19 points, three rebounds and five assists. Jrue Holiday had 17 points, seven rebounds and six assists, while Grayson Allen accrued 12 points, five rebounds, five assists and two steals.
The Mavericks (13-12) were led by Luka Doncic, tallying 33 points, six rebounds, 11 assists and two steals. Spencer Dinwiddie generated 15 points, four rebounds and four assists. Dorian Finney-Smith finished with five points, eight rebounds, three steals and two blocks, while Christian Wood led the bench with 14 points, nine rebounds and two assists.
Dallas has to play the second half of a back-to-back set on Saturday, traveling to face the Chicago Bulls. As for Milwaukee, they travel to face the Houston Rockets on Sunday for their next game.
There were 10 ties and 14 lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 12 points. There were actually five lead changes in the closing six minutes, with Brook Lopez hitting a game-winning lay-up with 7.8 seconds remaining. The Mavericks missed five free throws in the closing three minutes, finishing the game shooting 10-of-24 from the charity stripe. The Bucks shot 19-of-23. Milwaukee also out-assisted Dallas, 27-21, while out-rebounding them, 61-53.
The Bucks (19-6) were led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, collecting 28 points, 10 rebounds and three assists. Khris Middleton amassed 19 points, three rebounds and five assists. Jrue Holiday had 17 points, seven rebounds and six assists, while Grayson Allen accrued 12 points, five rebounds, five assists and two steals.
The Mavericks (13-12) were led by Luka Doncic, tallying 33 points, six rebounds, 11 assists and two steals. Spencer Dinwiddie generated 15 points, four rebounds and four assists. Dorian Finney-Smith finished with five points, eight rebounds, three steals and two blocks, while Christian Wood led the bench with 14 points, nine rebounds and two assists.
Dallas has to play the second half of a back-to-back set on Saturday, traveling to face the Chicago Bulls. As for Milwaukee, they travel to face the Houston Rockets on Sunday for their next game.