NBA Roundup — Top Performances, Records & Results

The NBA schedule delivered a packed slate filled with records, comebacks, overtime drama, and standout individual performances. From Denver’s franchise centerpiece rewriting the history books to late-game heroics across multiple arenas, the night reflected how wide-open and competitive the league continues to be.

Below is a complete breakdown of every matchup, keeping the focus sharp, factual, and easy to follow.

Nuggets 126, Magic 115

Nikola Jokic Claims the All-Time Assist Record for Centers

Instagram | jeffonsports | Led by Murray and Jokic, the Nuggets maintained their home-court dominance.

Denver protected its home floor while Nikola Jokic added another milestone to his growing résumé. Jamal Murray poured in 32 points, while Jokic delivered a triple-double with 23 points, 13 assists, and 11 rebounds.

That stat line carried historic weight. Jokic moved past Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA’s all-time assists leader among centers. His total now stands at 5,667 assists, ranking 50th overall in league history.

Denver also received steady production across the rotation:

Cameron Johnson: 19 points, 11 rebounds
Tim Hardaway Jr.: 12 points
Bruce Brown: 11 points
Jonas Valanciunas: 10 points

The Nuggets extended their winning streak to six.

Orlando countered with a triple-double from Paolo Banchero, who posted 26 points, 16 rebounds, and 10 assists. Wendell Carter Jr. added 26 points, while Anthony Black finished with 22. The Magic have dropped three of their last four games.

Pelicans 133, Rockets 128 (Overtime)

New Orleans Erases a 25-Point Hole

New Orleans pulled off one of the biggest comebacks in franchise history, matching a team record after trailing by 22 at halftime and 25 early in the third quarter.

Saddiq Bey led the charge with 29 points, while Trey Murphy III added 27. A 36–20 fourth-quarter surge forced overtime, capped by Derik Queen sinking two free throws with 9.4 seconds left in regulation. Queen finished with 16 points and 12 rebounds.

Houston leaned on Kevin Durant, who scored a game-high 32 points. Alperen Sengun followed with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists after a slow start.

Thunder 122, Clippers 101

Oklahoma City Stays Perfect at Home

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued his steady dominance, recording 32 points, seven rebounds, and six assists as Oklahoma City cruised past Los Angeles.

The Thunder improved to 13–0 at home and 17–1 overall. Chet Holmgren scored 22 points, while Jalen Williams added 20. Gilgeous-Alexander did not play in the fourth quarter, a recurring theme during Oklahoma City’s comfortable wins.

The Clippers, now on a five-game losing streak, played without James Harden due to a left calf contusion. Kawhi Leonard scored 22 points, and John Collins finished with 20.

Knicks 114, Pacers 113

Brunson Delivers Late in Indianapolis

Jalen Brunson hit the deciding 3-pointer with 5.6 seconds remaining to lift New York to a comeback win. Brunson finished with 25 points.

Jordan Clarkson chipped in 18 points, knocking down five 3-pointers, while Tyler Kolek logged a career-high 16 points and 11 assists. The Knicks earned their sixth straight win despite missing Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, and Mitchell Robinson.

Indiana was paced by Andrew Nembhard, who scored 31 points on 12-of-19 shooting. Pascal Siakam added 26 points, including 11 in the fourth quarter.

Mavericks 116, Pistons 114 (Overtime)

Dallas Survives Late Collapse

Cooper Flagg posted 23 points and 10 rebounds as Dallas escaped with an overtime win after surrendering an 18-point lead. Anthony Davis scored two key baskets in overtime and finished with 15 points and 14 rebounds.

Naji Marshall added 16 points for Dallas, which has won six of its last eight games.

Detroit received a strong all-around performance from Cade Cunningham, who recorded 29 points, nine assists, and 10 rebounds. Jalen Duren added 17 points and 13 rebounds. Ausar Thompson was ejected in the second quarter following contact with an official.

Lakers 143, Jazz 135

Luka Doncic Shines in Salt Lake City

Instagram | shahinourian | Luka Doncic’s massive all-around performance led LA to victory in Utah.

Luka Doncic delivered one of the night’s most complete performances, finishing with 45 points, 14 assists, 11 rebounds, and five steals as Los Angeles topped Utah on the road.

LeBron James supported the effort with 28 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds. The Lakers have now beaten the Jazz three times this season.

Utah was led by Keyonte George, who scored 34 points with eight assists. Isaiah Collier added 18 points and 13 assists off the bench. The Jazz played without Lauri Markkanen due to a groin injury.

Trail Blazers 134, Kings 133 (Overtime)

Avdija Seals It at the Line

Deni Avdija capped a 35-point night by sinking two free throws with 1.5 seconds left in overtime, pushing Portland past Sacramento.

DeMar DeRozan scored 33 points, including 14 in overtime, and briefly gave the Kings the lead with a turnaround jumper. Shaedon Sharpe added 26 points for Portland, which has won two straight.

Sacramento also received career-best numbers from rookie Maxime Raynaud, who finished with 29 points and 11 rebounds. Russell Westbrook added 20 points and 10 assists. The Kings have now lost four in a row.

Heat 106, Nets 95

Miami Snaps Losing Streak

Norman Powell scored 24 points as Miami ended a season-worst five-game skid. Powell shot 8-of-14 from the field, helping the Heat secure their second win in eight games.

Kel’el Ware added 22 points and 12 rebounds, while Bam Adebayo grabbed a season-high 17 rebounds but was limited to eight points due to foul trouble.

Brooklyn was led by Michael Porter Jr., who scored 28 points. Nic Claxton finished with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists. The Nets struggled from deep, shooting 22.4 percent from beyond the arc.

Hornets 133, Hawks 126

LaMelo Ball Returns with a Statement

LaMelo Ball returned to the lineup and delivered 28 points and 13 assists while shooting 10-of-16 from the field. He buried seven 3-pointers in the first half alone.

Kon Knueppel also scored 28 points, and Brandon Miller added 26 as Charlotte shot 49 percent from three-point range.

Atlanta leaned heavily on Jalen Johnson, who scored 43 points with 11 rebounds and nine assists. Nickeil Alexander-Walker contributed 28 points, but the Hawks have lost five of their last seven games.

Raptors 111, Bucks 105

Toronto Capitalizes on Short-Handed Milwaukee

Brandon Ingram scored 29 points to lead Toronto to a road win over Milwaukee, which played without Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kyle Kuzma.

Scottie Barnes added 24 points and 11 rebounds as the Raptors earned their second straight victory after a four-game slide.

Milwaukee received 24 points and 12 rebounds from Bobby Portis off the bench. Kevin Porter Jr. posted 22 points and 13 assists, while Myles Turner scored 21.

Spurs 119, Wizards 94

Harper Sparks San Antonio Off the Bench

Instagram | sportscenternext | San Antonio dominated Washington for its fourth straight win led by Harper’s 24.

Dylan Harper scored a career-high 24 points in just 23 minutes as San Antonio rolled past Washington for its fourth consecutive win.

Victor Wembanyama finished with 15 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and four blocks in 17 minutes. He remains on a minutes limit following a calf injury.

Alex Sarr led Washington with 18 points, while Bub Carrington added 15. The Wizards have dropped five of their last six games.

Suns 99, Warriors 98

Phoenix Rallies Late at Home

Devin Booker scored 23 of his 25 points in the second half as Phoenix erased a 14-point deficit. Jordan Goodwin sealed the win by hitting a free throw with 0.4 seconds remaining.

Dillon Brooks added 24 points, Collin Gillespie scored 16, and Oso Ighodaro collected 13 rebounds. The Suns snapped a two-game losing streak.

Golden State was led by Jimmy Butler III, who scored 31 points. Brandin Podziemski added 18, while Stephen Curry finished with 15 points on 3-of-13 shooting.

This slate underscored the league’s balance and unpredictability. Nikola Jokic’s record-setting night added another chapter to NBA history, while multiple overtime games and late finishes highlighted how thin the margin remains between winning and losing.

With stars returning, streaks forming, and playoff races tightening, nights like this continue to define the rhythm of the season and keep the standings in constant motion.