HERE TO STAY: The Lakers signed Luka Doncic to a 3 year $165 Million Dollar deal. Firstly, Luka Doncic is one of those players who has generational talent. On offense he makes mid range attempts and hits three's. Solid passer and great rebounder. He can also attack the paint and executed at the free throw line. Defensively he's improving. His size and strength gives him the opportunity to defend other players who are much bigger. Does excellent in one on one's too. We can put that liability on defense thing to rest. Doncic this past season averaged 28.2 in points per game, 8.1 in rebounds and 7.5 in assists.
BREAKING: The Knicks signed Bridges to a 4 year $150 Million Dollar deal. Look, Mikal Bridges can sink mid range and three point attempts. A solid passer and does excellent at the free throw line. Average rebounder. Although, he turn it over. On defense Bridges can lockdown your best player and he uses quick hands to cause turnovers. You saw what he did Jayson Tatum in the Playoffs this year. Bridges last season averaged 17.6 in points per game, 3.3 in rebounds and 3.7 in assists.
BREAKING: The Lakers signed Marcus Smart to a 2 year $11 Million Dollar deal. Look, we all know Marcus Smart won't WOW is in scoring. I mean he can still make mid range attempts and sink three's. He's also pretty decent at snagging rebounds and a quality passer. Smart is known widely for his defense. Has pick picketing hands that cause turnovers and he'll guard your best player. His defense is absolutely smothering. Watch his film back in Boston. Smart in Washington averaged 9.3 in points per game, 1.9 in rebounds per game and 2.5 in assists per game.
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BACK HOME: The Clippers signed Chris Paul to a 1 year 3.6 Million Dollar deal. First off, CP3 for the last few years has been playing that veteran leadership role and helping young players develop. Now when he's on hell hit mid range and three point attempts. A great facilitator and solid rebounder. On defense he uses quick hands which cause turnovers and can guard your best player. Chris Paul this past season averaged 8.8 in points per game, 3.6 in rebounds and 7.4 in assists per game.
BREAKING: Bradley Beal accepted his buyout and signed a 2 year $11 Million Dollar deal with the Clippers. Look, before either Jump into what he'll bring to the Clippers. I need to talk about his performance the last couple of years. So main concern with Beal is that he's inconsistent on offense. Maybe one night or two he'll have a good game but then the next month or so he'll struggle. People including me was excited about Beal aligning with D. Book, and Kevin Durant. That obviously didn't pan out like some thought. He was a blunder unfortunately. Despite that, when Beal does play he'll hit mid range attempts and sink three's. Decent passer too. Knows how to find the open man. As far as rebounding goes he's showing improvement. His defense this year was 50/50. Beal last season averaged 17 points per game, 3.3 in rebounds and 3.7 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Trail Blazers sign Damian Lillard to a 3 year $42 Million Dollar deal. Safe to say this his where his heart is and will always be at. He went away to the Milwaukee as part of a 3-Team deal that involved Phoenix and Portland. Lillard in two seasons with the Bucks made the Playoffs twice. Not to mention Lillard this past Postseason tire Achilles. Too bad they were bounced out by the Pacers in back to back years during the first round. Now obviously Lillard will bring his ability to knockdown mid range and three point attempts. Excellent rebounder and a quality passer. As far as defense goes he's gotten better. Lazer focus and plays physical. Shows effort too. Now the downside to his defense is struggling with being consistent and can't guard the perimeter. Lillard this past season averaged 24.9 in points per game, 4.7 in rebounds and 7.1 in assists.
BREAKING: The Thunder signed Jaylen Williams to a 5 year $287 Million Dollar deal. Firstly, Jaylen Williams is a good mid range shooter and knocks down three's. He can rebound effectively and dish out quality passes. On defense everyone knows how great he is. He can defend more than one position in the court and rim protects. Has active hands too, which can create turnovers or bad shot selections. This guy brings so much to the team. Last year he showed his worth and won the Championship on top of that! Williams last year in the regular season averaged 21.6 in points per game, 5.3 in rebounds and 5.1 in assists. In the Postseason Williams averaged 21.4 in points per game, 5.5 in rebounds and 4.8 in assists.
BREAKING: The Jazz, Clippers and Heat came to an agreement on a three team trade. This sends Powell to the Heat, John Collins to the Clippers, Kevin Love with Kyle Anderson and Clippers 2027 2nd round draft selection to the Jazz. Now Powell will bring more offensive juice to the Heat's backcourt. He ended 4th place in the 6th man of the Year race. He's also a great facilitator and attacks the paint. Not to mention he hits mid range and three point attempts. Now for rebounding he isn't the best but definitely becoming a capable. As far as defense goes he's in between. 50/50 kinda guy. Powell in 2024-2025 averaged 21.8 in points per game, 3.2 in rebounds per game and 2.1 in assists.
- For Kyle Anderson he's been a player who's been on contending teams in his career. He's a good contributor in this league but I question how he'll fit with the Jazz who are still in rebuild mode. Also he's a functional mid range and three point shooter. Defensively, Anderson is pretty solid and will bring some of that to this Jazz team. He can defend and rim protect. On the flip side you got Kevin Love who's an excellent mid range and three point shooter. He's also a great rebounder and dishes out quality passes. His defense though is 50/50. He can be good or bad. Just depends really. Anderson and Love this past season averaged a combined 12 points per game, 7.9 in rebounds per game and 3.8 in assists.
- Next we got John Collins which I think he'll be a great addition to this Clippers team. Collins has gotten better at his three point shooting. Preferably in the catch and shoot area. Solid rim runner and gets to the paint. Now with John Collins it's kinda tough to tell if he's a good mid range shooter or not. Can't exclude his ability to make mid range attempts. Collins this past year averaged 18.9 in points per game, 8.2 in rebounds and 2.0 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Nets got Michael Porter Jr. from the Nuggets for Cameron Johnson. Now Michael Porter Jr. is a solid mid range and three point shooter. Excellent rebounder as well. As far his passing goes he's showing some improvement. Especially got better at his playmaking skills. On defense MPJ has definitely improved a lot by slowing down star players. Michael Porter Jr. averaged 18.2 points per game, 7.0 in rebounds per game and 2.1 in assists.
BREAKING: Myles Turner signs a 4 year $107 Million Dollar deal. First off, they only waived Damian Lillard to make room for Myles Turner. Turner is a solid rebounder and attacks the paint. He's also considered a quality mid range shooter and knockdown three's. He's your big man that can do everything but pass. On the defensive side he's a great rim protector and a good shot blocker. Their also getting a player who has that championship experience. After all, the Pacers made the 2025 NBA Finals but lost in seven games to OKC. Turner averaged 15.6 in points per game, 6.5 in rebounding and a 1.5 in assists.
BREAKING: The Suns signed Nigel Hayes Davis to a 1 year deal. Now Nigel Hayes Davis comes from the Euro league, where he just won the 2025 Euro league title and Turkish championship with an MVP added. Nigel Hayes Davis is an improved mid range shooter and nails three pointers. Solid rebounder and excellent at the free throw line. Now for his passing he's not the best but from time to time he makes flashy assists. Defensively, he versitle, has great IQ and can be physical. Not to mention he uses his quick hands to cause turnovers.
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BREAKING: The Jazz traded Collin Sexton to the Hornets for Nurkic. Now Nurkic won't amaze you in points and he isn't quiet good in the pass department. However, he's an excellent rebounder who helps his team create second chance opportunities. Defensively, he can guard the handler in pick and and roll situations. Physical too. Now on the flip side he has trouble on defensive rotations and struggles in certain matchups. This season he averaged 9.2 in points per game, 6.5 in rebounds and 2.6 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Magic gave the Grizzlies Cole Anthony, Caldwell Pope and 4 unprotected draft selections for Desmond Bane. So Desmond Bane is a solid mid range and three point shooter. He can also drive the paint. Not to mention hes a good facilitator and rebounds well. Defensively, he won't lick you down but Bane can handle his own against certain threats on offense and is physical. Bane averaged 19.2 in points per game, 6?1 in rebounds and 5.3 in assists.
INJURY UPDATE: Tyerese Haliburton is likely to miss all of next season after tearing his Achilles. This injury was sustained in a Pacers 91-103 loss to the Thunder back on Sunday. So early in the 1st quarter Haliburton was getting ready to drive the basket but instead his leg popped and he fell to the floor in instant pain. He was crying and hitting the floor before being carried off the court. Mind you he's been dealing with a calf injury since game 3. Now going into next season Indiana is going to have to find a point guard who can fill in. Without Hali ur losing a good ball handler and a solid playmaker. Finds the open man with good facilitation and rebounds effectively. Hits mid range and three point attempts as well. During the regular season he averaged 18.6 in points per game, 3.5 in rebouding and 9.2 in assists. In the playoffs he averaged 17.3 in points, 8.6 in assists and 5.3 in rebounds per game.
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BREAKING: The Trail Blazers traded Anfernee Simon's to the Celtics for Jrue Holiday. Now look Jrue Holiday won't WOW YOU in points per game. Since 2020 he's scoring between 10 and 19 points each game. He's an effective rebounder and dishes out good passes. Don't forget he'll knockdown mid range attempts and sink three's. Keep note he can bounce around from 39% behind the arc but then there's other seasons where he's making 40% Gets to the paint as well. On the other side he can play lockdown defense and use his quick hands to cause turnovers. All around solid player. Holiday averaged 11.1 in points per game, 4.3 in rebounds and 3.9 in assists.
As for Anfernee Simon's he's amazing on offense! He can bury mid range attempts and is a high volume three point shooter. Now he lacks in rebounding and that'll have to be corrected if if you're going to be on this Boston team. Why? Well Boston is a team like most that have guys who can rebound and allow second chance opportunities. On defense he's a liability plain and simple. Simon's last season averaged 19.3 in points per game, 2.7 in rebounds and 4.8 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Celtics traded Kristaps Porzingis and a 2nd round draft election to the Hawks. Including Terrance Mann and Atlanta's 22nd pick to the Nets, and George Niang with a 2nd rounder to the Celtics. First off, Kristaps Porzingis on the offensive end makes mid range and three point attempts. Despite his size. Remember all big men can now shoot from anywhere. He's also a solid rebounder and gets to the paint. As far as his passing goes, he's not the best at it but he's been developing much better. Even in double teams he's making efficient passes. Defensively, he can block shots and guards more than one postion. Porzingis averaged 19.5 in points per game, 6.8 in rebounds and 2.1 in assists.
ON THE MOVE: The Rockets traded Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and a 10th round 2025 draft pick with 5 second rounders to the Suns for Kevin Durant. Keep note KD at this stage of his career is still one of most effective players in the league today. No question. He's also bringing veteran experience to a young team, who was just the 2nd seed in this year's playoffs. Now Kevin Durant is a solid mid range shooter and makes three pointers. Simply the leagues best scorer. Good passer to because he finds the open teammate and rebounds well. He's equally good on the defensive end too. He can block shots with his size and guards multiple positions. Last season Durnat averaged 26.6 in points per game, 6.0 in rebounds and 4.2 in assists.
INJURY UPDATE: Jayson Tatum during a Celtics 113-121 loss to the Knicks on Monday night suffered a torn Achilles. He is out for the rest of the Post and possibly all of next season. So Tatum's injury occurred in the final minutes of the 4th quarter, where he lunged for the ball but during that process his leg buckled. Tatum was in serious pain and had to be carried off the court. It was a non-contact injury and those are usually worse. Tatum ended his night with 42 points as well. Tatum this year averaged 26.8 in points per game, 8.7 in rebounds per game and 6.0 in rebounds.
INJURY UPDATE: Damian Lillard is out for the year after tearing his Achilles in a Bucks 103-129 loss to the Pacers on Sunday night. He just returned from a blood clot and the Bucks trail this first round series 1-3.. Damian Lillard's injury occurred in the 1st quarter. Lillard while running toward a rebound had tweaked his ankle and went to the ground in pain. He had to be helped off the court and to the trainers room. This team will miss his ability to make mid range and three point attempts. Good passer and a solid rebounder. This season Lillard averaged 24.9 in points per game, 4.7 in rebounds per game and 7.1 in assists.
BREAKING: The Suns fired their Head Coach Budenholzer. So the Suns fired their Head Coach Budenholzer. Yeah because Budenholzer was the issue right? So keep note that Budenholzer is a 1-tine NBA Champion with the Bucks. Yes I get it he had guys like Durant, Booker and Beal but LET'S BE REAL HERE! KD, Booker and Beal simply don't fit together. You can't just plug someone anywhere and expect it to work. As for the GM he could care less about what's going on with his team. Budenholzer came into a situation where the Suns lacked continuity, abysmal team structure and a joke of a GM.
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Monday April 10th 2025: Towns and Achiuwa's double wasn't enough and the Knicks lost 106-115 to the Pistons. New York lost 2 consecutive and their sitting 3rd place in the East. During the 1st quarter New York jumped ahead after Bridges hit a reverse layin, 21-20. Toward the end of this quarter Payne drained a three point jumper, 33-26. The Knicks got effecient shots to fall from the field(69%) and generated space off excellent ball movement. Turnovers were protected(3) and dominated on second chance opportunities(9) due to great rebounding. Now their trouble came on the fast break(0) and they lacked behind the arc(3 for 8). Never got to the free throw line ethier(0 for 0). Now defending mid range attempts was tough and they permitted paint points. Their defense allowed three pointers because they closed out slowly. You need to be able to takeaway those permeteieitss and make sure the shooter has no time to get the ball off. Now they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Switching to the 2nd quarter Jalen Brunson sunk a three point J, 56-45. With 29 seconds left Mikes McBrides downed a pullup mid range jumper, 61-54. The Knicks were knocking down solid shots from the field(9 for 19, 47%%) and moved the ball well by dellivering good passes. They got three pointers to drop and turnovers were minimal(4). Now their struggles were on second chance opportunities(0) due to poor rebounding and lacked on the fast break(3). Did better at the charity stripe(5 for 6) too. Had trouble executing in the paint(8) as well. Their defense gave away second chance opportunities and their paint protection lacked. Defending mid range attempts was even tougher. However, they took away the fast break and shutdown three pointers. Detroit secured 30 paint points while nagging 5 on the fast break, had 7 turnovers and enetred halftime leading 62-56. Transitioning to the 3rd quarter Bridges on a McBride pass made a pullup mid range jumper, 78-65. Couple possessions later, P.J. Tucker got a three pointer to fall, 81-72. New York from the field(9 for 28, 32%) couldn't get shots to fall and struggled behind the arc(2 for 11) due constant misses. They were terrible on second chance opportunities due to in effective rebounding(4). At least they attacked the paint(12) and were solid at charity stripe too. Did well in the fast break(5) too. The defense had trouble containing mid range attempts and were torched in the paint. Allowed fast break scores as well. Now they found ways to takeaway second chance opportunities and strained three pointers. Don't forget they utilized some of their quick hands(3) mixed in with solid pressure to force turnovers. Earned points off takeaways too. In the 4th quarter with 1:51 left Karl Anthony Towns delivered a mid range J, 101-108. New York had their problems on the fast break(3) and couldn't capitalize on second chance opportunities(2) due to bad rebounding. Lost control of the ball(5) and three's(2 for 7) weren't going in. To make matters worse they couldn't score in the paint(4). Now New York from the field(8 for 20, 40%) shot the ball effeciently off solid passing and they executed at the free throw line. Defensively, they got ridged in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Allowed second chance opportunities too. Now they found ways to limit the fast break and denied three pointers. New York finished 11 of 34 behind the arc with 14 turnovers, defense scored 13 points off takeaways and they staggered down to a 50-30 record.
Cunningham's 36 point performance boosted the Pistons to a 115-106 win against the Knicks. Detroit ends 2-straight losses and their standing 6th place in the East. Their also 6-5 through 11 games. Midway into quarter 1 Tim Hardaway Jr. buried a nice three pointer, 20-16. Later on Tim Hardaway Jr. knocked down a turning mid range jumper, 26-24. Detroit from the field(63%) off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint(16). Kept turnovers low(4) and executed at the free throw line(2 for 2). Were solid behind the arc(3 for 5, 60%). Now they were sluggish on second chance opportunities (4) due to bad rebouding and struggled on the fast break(0). Their defense had trouble containing mid range attempts and the paint protection slacked. Couldn't takeaway second chance opportunities ethier. Luckily they stopped the fast break and denied three pointers. Then in the 2nd quarter Tobias Harris on a Tim Hardaway Jr. pass launched a three point jumper, 45-50. As time was dwindling down Tim Hardaway Jr. laced a three point jumper, 54-59. Detroit was getting consistent shots to fall from the field(11 for 23, 47%). and found the open guy with solid passes. Turnovers were held in check and they did well at the free throw line. They did damage in the paint(16) as players cut to the rim and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding. Too bad they had issues on on the fast break and still struggled beyond three point territory (2 for 5). Their defense had trouble reducing mid range attempts and let three pointers drop. Outside of that, they stopped second chance opportunities and restricted the fast break. Shutdown paint points as well. New York had 10 second chance scores with 2 on the fast break, had 32 paint points and went into halftime behind 56-62. We now turn out attention toward the 3rd quarter, where Cade Cunningham dropped a three pointer, 68-78. Moments later, Tobias Harris laced a three ball, 80-83. With 45 seconds to go Dennis Schroeder would bury a finger roll layin, 85-85. The Pistons from the field(11 for 19, 57%) off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. They did well at the free throw line and were effective on the fast break(5). Now turnovers(7) bunched up and they slacked behind the arc(3 for 7). Were insufficient on second chance opportunities (4) due to weak rebounding. Defensively, they put a strain on mid range and three point attempts. Also put second chance opportunities on hold. Although, they allowed fast break scores and couldn't protect the paint. Not to mention they used some of their quick hands mixed in with quality pressure to cause turnovers. Gained points off takeaways as well. Heading to quarter 4 Tobias Harris made a fading mid range jumper, 105-99. In conclusion, Cade Cunningham would sink a pullup mid range jumper, 108-99. Detroit capitalized on second chance opportunities(6) due to excellent rebounding and got to the free throw line. Were dominate in the paint(22) as players cut to the bucket and turnovers(1) were non existent. They also got quality shots to drop from the field(13 for 21, 61%). Now they still had trouble on the fast break(2) and three pointers(0 for 5) weren't dropping. On the defensive side they had trouble defending mid range attempts. Now they shutdown second chance opportunities and denied the fast break. Put paint points on hold and capitalized off takeaways. Used some of their quick hands mixed in pressure which resulted turnovers. The Pistons tallied 66 paint points while turning it over 15 times, earned 20 points off takeaways and they bounced up to a 44-36 record.
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BREAKING: The Nuggets fired Head Coach Mike Malone and their GM. Why this during happened I'll never know! I mean as an organization how dumb can you be. I get it there has been turmoil amongst the team or coaches but days before the playoffs? This man only brought the Nuggets to their very first NBA Championship in team history and WON IT! Not to mention he has made the Postseason every year. Him and the Nuggets have been to the Playoffs 6 straight times. Why does the NBA fire winning coaches.....I don't get it. Denver you messed up with this one.
BREAKING: Damian Lillard's is out for the year with a blood clot in his calf. For starters this team will miss his ability to knockdown mid range and three point attempts. He can spot the open guy with excellent passes and executed at the free throw line. Solid rebounder too. This season Lillard averaged 24.9 in points per game, 4.7 in rebounds per game and 7.1 in assists.
Monday March 24th, 2025: Doncic and James were combined for 56 points but the Lakers lost 106-118 facing the Magic. LA sits 4th place in the Western Conference and their losing streak reached 3 in a row. Midway through the 1st quarter Luka Doncic knocked down a pullup three point jumper, 22-16. Later on Austin Reaves on a LeBron James pass hit a layup, 26-23. Lakers did damage in the paint(10) and made effective shots from the field(48%). Also got to the free throw line(5 for 7) and capitalized on second chance opportunities(10( due to good rebounding. Low turnovers too(1). Now they had trouble behind the arc(3 for 9) and slacked in the fast break(4). Defense stopped three pointers by running Orlando off the line and reduced the fast break. Although, defending mid range attempts was tough and they torched in the paint. Allowed second chance opportunities too. Then in the 2nd quarter LeBron James delivered a mid range hook and it brought LA within one, 37-38. Eventually, LA regained their lead after Luka Doncic buried a mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 45-44. As the time winded down Luka Doncic downed a three pointer, 54-49. The Lakers got effecient shots to fall from the field(8 for 18, 44%) and generated space off excellent ball movement. Turnovers were protected(3) and got to the free throw line. Now they had insufficiency on the fast break(2) and struggled beyond three point territory(3 for 8). Couldn't get going on second chance opportunities(4) ethier because they had poor rebounding. Their defense had trouble reducing mid range attempts and let three pointers drop. Surrendered fast break scores as well. At least they deiened the paint and put a strain on second chance opportunities. Los Angeles had 12 paint points with 10 second chance buckets, were 3 of 9 from deep and they went into halftime leading 30-26. Switching to the 3rd quarter LeBron James would bury a mid range jumper while fading away, 70-71. Los Angeles from the field(8 for 21, 38%) shot the ball poorly and they slacked behind the arc(2 for 9). Had trouble executing on second chance opportunities(2) due to weak rebounding and they slacked on the fast break(2). Luckily they did damage in the paint(10) by constantly attacking. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Luckily they took away second chance opportunities and stopped the fast break. Reduced three pointers by running Orlando off the line. Heading to the 4th quarter LeBron James dropped off a layup but LA still trailed, 88-100. Late in this quarter Reaves layed it up, 106-118. The Lakers were knocking down solid shots from the field(10 for 18, 55%) and moved the ball well by dellivering good passes. Attacked the paint(18) and executed at the free throw line. Unfortunately, LA turned it over(10)and struggled on second chance(2) opportunities due to terrible rebounding. Also had their fair of share of issues on the fast break(4) and three pointers weren't going in(2 for 6). Defensively, they were tormented in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Limited the fast break and put restrictions on the second chance scores. Denied three pointers go along. Los Angeles finished 10 of 32 behind the arc while adding 18 second chance scores, secured 48 paint points and they fell to a 43-27 record.
Banchero and Wagner's combined 62 points pushed the Magic to a 118-106 win over the Lakers. Orlando is currently sitting 8th place in the Eastern Conference and their win streak hit 2 consecutive. During the 1st quarter Wendell Carter Jr. threw down the jam, 16-15. Thereafter, Orlando came within one as Caleb Houstan drained a three, 21-22. Orlando from the field(43%) off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint(10) as players cut to the rim. Capitalized on second chance opportunities(5) due to excellent rebounding and did great at the free throw line(5 for 6). Low turnovers as well(2). However, they had difficult time kncking down three's(3 for 13) and were poor in the fast break(4). Now defending mid range attempts was tough and they permitted paint points. Relinquished second chance opportunities as well. Outside of that, they took away three pointers and restricted the fast break. Pushing to the early parts of the 2nd quarter Tristan de Silva hit a layup, 33-33. Few possessions later Tristan de Silva gave Orlando the lead after sinking a yet another layup, 35-33. Toward the end of the quarter Franz Wagner sunk a layup, 53-60. Orlando got three pointers(4 for 8) to fall and buried mid range attempts(10 for 21, 47%). Kept turnovers low(0) and executed at the free throw line. Not to mention they did much better on the fast break(9). Now they had a rough time on second chance opportunities(1) and couldn't score in the paint(6). Magic stopped three pointers and eliminated the fast break. Shutdown second chance opportunities and paint protection was solid. Had issues defending mid range attempts as well. Luckily they took away three pointers by closing out effectively. The Magic were 7 of 21 from long distance while snagging 13 fast break buckets, earned 16 paint points and they jogged into halftime trailing 26-30. Transitioning to the 3rd quarter Orlando jumped ahead after Joseph knocked down a layup, 63-62. Now the Magic halfway in started pulling away slightly after Banchero made three point jumper, 84-72. Orlando made effective shots from the field(12 for 19, 63%) and attacked the paint(12). They also exceuted great ball movement and got to charity stripe. Hardly turned it over(1) and got quality three's(5 for 10, 50%) to drop. Too bad they were sluggish on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding(3) lacked on the fast break(4). Defensively, they put a strain on mid range and three point attempts. Stopped second chance and fast break opportunities. Now they had issues defending the paint. Shifting to the 4th quarter Anthony Black on a Franz Wagner assist laced a three, 100-83. In conclusion, Franz Wagner secured a three point jumper, 109-98. Orlando was getting consistent shots to fall from the field(11 for 24, 45%) and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Turnovers were insufficient as well. Now their trouble came on second chance(2) opportunities and couldn't convert on the fast break(3). Three pointers(3 for 9) weren't dropping as well. On the other side had a difficult task defending mid range attempts and paint protection lacked. Here's the thing, they denied second chance scores and locked down three pointers by closing out. Eliminated most of the fast break as well. Used some of their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers and made a lot of crirical stops. The Magic ended 15 of 40 beyond three point territory while gaining 20 fast break scores, turned it over 8 times to the Lakers 10 and they jumped up to a 33-38 record.
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Wednesday March 5th, 2025: The Cavaliers edge past the Heat by a final score of 112-107. Cleveland cliched a Playoff spot and their win streak reached 12 in a row. Midway into the 1st quarter Hunter dropped off a mid range jumper, 20-16. Afterwards, Cleveland would break the tie after Merrill laced a three point jumper, 34-31. Charlotte got three pointers(50%) to fall and buried mid range attempts(52%). Attacked the paint(12) and kept turnovers minimal(2). Executed on second chance opportunities(6) due to good rebounding and did well at the free throw line(7 for 11). Now they were sluggish on the fast break(2) but that was about it. Defense stopped three pointers by running Miami off the line and reduced the fast break. Put a strain on second chance and fast break opportunities. Now defending mid range attempts was difficult and they were torched in the paint. Pushing to the 2nd quarter Ty Jerome with 9:05 to go would bury a three point J, 45-34. Few possessions later Cleveland extended their lead after Monkey threw down the slam, 47-37. As time winded down Evan Mobley would sink a layup, 62-46. Cleveland made solid shots from the field(11 for 25 44%) on good ball movement and attacked the paint(18). Kept turnovers minimized(3). They did tremendous on the fast break(6) and capitalized at the free throw line. Now they weren't as effective on second chance opportunities(4) due to poor rebounding and three pointers were struggling(2 for 6). Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. They allowed second chance and fast break opportunities. Luckily they defended three pointers. Cleveland was 7 of 22 behind the arc, earned 32 paint points while snagging 11 points off turnovers and they entered halftime leading 63-59. Moving to the 3rd quarter Cleveland jumped in l front again after Darius Garland laced a pullup three, 76-74. Cleveland made effective shots from the field(9 for 22 40%) and attacked the paint. They also exceuted great ball movement and took advantage of their fast break opportunities(10). Low turnovers(4) and got to the charity stripe. Now they still problems behind the arc and struggled on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. Cleveland stopped three pointers and eliminated the fast break. Protected the paint as well. Too bad they allowed second chance opportunities. Heading to quarter 4 Hunter tossed an alley oop to Mobley who hammered down the slam, 108-107. In the end, Garland made two free throws, 112-107. Keep note this 6-0 run was due to the defense forcing stops while the offense scored quickly in transition and tallied a few free throws. Cleveland from the field(9 for 16 56%) off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint(10) as players cut to the rim. Excellent three point shooting(4 for 7) and executed at the free throw line. Hardly turned it over too(4). On the defensive side they had trouble defending mid range attempts. Luckily they took away second chance opportunities and restricted the fast break. Shutdown the paint and put a hold on three pointers. Cavs had 18 fast break scores while going 14 of 40 behind the arc, earned 54 paint points and they jumped up to a 52-10 record.
The Heat went down 107-112 against the Cavaliers. Miami in 11 games are 4-7 and their sitting 7th place in the Eastern Conference. In quarter 1 Highsmith in transition on a steal sunk a layup, 21-22. Later on Robinson drianed a three pointer, 31-31. Heat did damage in the paint and made effective shots from the field(50%). Did damage at the free throw line(4 for 5) and rarely turned it over(1). Now they had poor execution on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding(2) and slacked on the fast break(0). Were insufficient behind the arc too(4 for 10). Now defending mid range attempts was tough and they permitted paint points. Allowed second chance opportunities and let three pointers fall. Outside of that, they stopped the fast break. Then in the 2nd quarter Kyke Anderson on a Davion Mitchell pass knocked down a turning mid range jumper, 41-51. Toward the end of this quarter Terry Rozier downed a three pointer, 59-62. Miami was on an 11-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. ??. The Heat got effecient shots to fall from the field(9 for 21 42%) and generated space off excellent ball movement. Turnovers were protected(4) and dominated on second chance opportunities(6) due to great rebounding. Excellent on the fast break(11) and attacked the paint(14). Now they showed insuffency behind the arc(2 for 9). Their defense had a rough go at defending mid range attempts and surrenderd paint points. Limited second chance scores and denied three's. Miami was 6 of 19 beyond three point territory while adding 28 paint points, lost the ball 5 times and they went into half behind 59-63. We now turn out attention to the 3rd quarter, where Davion Mitchell dropped off a three pointer, 71-71. Couple plays later Bam Adebayo hit a turning mid range jumper, 74-71. The Heat for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field(7 for 22 31%) and failed to knockdown three's(2 three's made). They were terrible on the fast break(3) and did little to no damage in the paint(4). Now they capitalized on second chance opportunities(6) off great rebounding and turnovers were a non factor(4). Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Despite that, they stopped second chance and fast break opportunities. Switching to the 4th quarter Bam Adebayo would hit a three pointer, 102-97. with 4::49 left. Toward the end of this quarter Highsmith sunk a mid range floater, 107-106. Firstly, Miami made quality shots from the field(8 for 16 50%) and kept turnovers low(4). Good free throw shooting to go along. Despite that, scoring on the fast break(0) was difficult and they slacked on second chance opportunities(3) due to bad rebounding. Their defense had trouble reducing mid range attempts and let three pointers drop. They got punished in the paint as well. They did manage stop second chance scores and shutdown the fast break. Miami finished 13 of 36 from deep while turning it over 13 times, recorded 12 second chance scores and they stumbled down to a 29-32 record.
INJURY UPDATE: Kyrie Irving is out for the year with a torn ACL. Keep note Irving's injury was sustained on Monday in a Mavericks 98-122 loss to the Kings. So Irving in the 1st quarter was fouled by DeRozan while driving to the basket. During that process he stepped on Jonas Valanciunas foot which caused him lose balance and fell awkwardly on his leg. His leg literally hyoerextneded before crumbling to the ground. This is going to hurt Dallas moving forward. He's the focal point of this team. He hit free throws and walked off the court. By the way. Dallas will miss Irving's ability to knock down mid range and three point attempts. He's excellent in the paint by driving to the basket. Solid on defense too. Not to mention he'll lockdown your best player and use his quick hands to force turnovers. Beifr getting hurt Irving was averaging 24.7 in points per game, 4.8 in rebounds per game and 4.6 in assists.
INJURY UPDATE: The Magic lose Jalen Suggs for the year after hurting his knee. He's had ongoing issues with this injury too. His team will miss his ability to knockdown mid range attempts and dish out passes. Solid rebounder when he needs to be as well. One negative to Suggs this year was in ability tomake three's. So Suggs originally missed his teams previous 14 games with a contusion in his thigh. Now he'll be missing much more time moving forward. Why? Well, Suggs has a knee injury called Trochlea which he discovered after feeling discomfort in his quadriceps while trying to make a return. Suggs is averaging 16.2 in points per game, 4.0 in rebounds and 3.7 in assists.
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INJURY UPDATE: Embiid is out for the year with on going knee problems. This player is so injury prone and his team is sitting 12th place in the East with a 9-Game losing streak. Now Embiid back in February had surgery in his meniscus. His injury happened after Kuminga fell on top of Embiid 's leg. He's hasn't played in his last 2 games and then news hit that he would be out. This team is going to miss his ability to hit mid range attempts and scored in the paint. He also is a great rebounder and finds the open man with good passes. Through 19 games Embiid averaged 23.8 in points per game, 8.2 in rebouding and 4.5 in assists.
Wednesday February 26th, 2025: The Raptors were routed 91-111 against the Pacers. Toronto lost 2 consecutive and their standing 13th place in the East. So with 5:00 left in the 1st RJ Barrett knocked down a turning mid range jumper, 14-17. Afterwards, Orlando Robinson tossed an alley oop pass to Agbaji who hammered down the slam, 22-24. The Raptors in one shot 41% from the field while making 1 three in 8 tries and they scored 18 paint points. Had 4 second chance buckets with 5 coming in the fast break. Were 1 of 2 at the charity stripe. Defense had 4 steals as well. Toronto from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint. They did damage in the fast break and and kept turnovers low. Now making three's were difficult and they slacked on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding. On the other side they had trouble defending mid range attempts and let three pointers fall. Outside of that, they limited second chance and fast break opportunities. Denied the paint and used their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. Then in the 2nd quarter Gradey Dick buried a three point jumper, 33-34. Thereafter, Agbaji would sink a three pointer, 41-47. Toronto in two shot 6 of 20 from the field(30%) while lacing 3 three's on 8 tries and they turned it over 3 times. Had 2 second chance buckets and tallied 0 on the fast break. Scored 6 paint points too. The Raptors for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field and failed to knockdown three's. They were terrible on the fast break and did little to no damage in the paint. Had insufficiency on second chance opportunities due to the lack rebounding. Now they protected the ball and got to the free throw line. Defensively, they shutdown second chance opportunities and took away three pointers. Outside of that, they allowed paint points and couldn't stop the fast break. The Raptors were 4 of 16 beyond three point territory with 5 second chance scores, was 3 of 6 at the free throw line and went into halftime behind 41-51. Pushing to the 3rd quarter Quickley got to the ring or a nice layup, 51-58. Toward the end of this quarter Jonathan Mogbo knocked down a nicely made layup, 62-69. The Raptors in three shot 9 of 17 from the field(52%) while lacing 1 three and turned it over 7 times. Tallied 4 second chance blsckres with 2 being in the fast break. Earned 16 paint points too. Toronto made effective shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also exceuted great ball movement and did well at the free throw line. Too bad they struggled on second chance opportunities due to terrible rebounding and were poor on the fast break. Turned it over quiet a bit too. Memphis showed struggles defending mid range attempts and got crunched in the paint. Allowed fast break scores too. They did manage to takeaway three pointers and restricted second chance opportunities. Heading to the 4th quarter Walter made two free throws but they still trailed 91-111. The Raptors in the 4th shot 11 of 23 from the field(47) and made 1 three. Gained 14 paint points and they scored 0 second chance buckets. Got 6 on the fast break and coughed the ball up 5 times. Toronto from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Did well at the charity stripe and capitalized on the fast break. They were bad on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and slacked behind the arc. Turnovers mounted as well. Defensively, they shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Utilized some their quick hands and solid pressure to cause turnovers. They got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Toronto scored 54 total paints points, finished 6 of 27 beyond three point territory while scoring 21 points off turnovers and they stumbled to an 18-40 record.
The Pacers knocked off the Raptors 111-91. Indiana happens to be 8 games above 500 and their sitting 4th place in the Eastern Conference. In the 1st quarter Tyrese Haliburton hit a three pointer, 22-14. Indiana through one shot 50% from the field and made 6 three's on 12 attempts. Scored 3 second chance buckets with 0 on the fast break. Were 4 of 8 at the free throw line and turned it over 9 times. Had 4 paint points as well. Off to a terrific shooting percentage. Indiana knocked down three pointers and made solid shots from the field. Were good at the free throw line too. Now they had trouble executing in the paint and turned it over. Had their fair share of issues on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and they struggled on the fast break. Defensively, they were tormented in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Luckily they reduced three pointers and stopped second chance scoring. Switching to the 2nd quarter Haliburton drained a three point J thus going up 41-35. As time winded down Tyrese Haliburton made a mid range floater, 47-38. The Pacers capped off quarter 2 by shooting 11 of 33 from the field(33) and they made 1 three. Lost the ball twice and added 14 paint points. Indiana from the field shot the ball poorly and they slacked behind the arc. They had trouble capitalizing on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. At least they did well at the free throw line and kept turnovers protected. Did much on the fast break too. Defensively, they put a strain on mid range and three point attempts. Reduced second chance and fast break opportunities. Kept Toronto out of the paint. Indiana had 11 total turnovers while going 7 of 20 from deep, earned 18 paint points and they enetred halftime leading 51-41. Then in quarter 3 Haliburton on a Ben Sheppard pass hit a mid range floater, 65-53. Indiana started pulling away after Bryant made three pointer, 72-62. Indiana in three shit 11 of 22 from the field(54%) and made 4 three's on 12 attempts. Gained 14 paint points and picked up 10 on the fast break. Had 0 second chance scores too. The Pacers from the field off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. They were effective at the free throw line and kept turnovers in check. Stayed solid in the fast break too. Now they had struggles on three pointers due to constant misses and lacked second chance scoring thanks to bad rebounding. For the defense they put a strain on three pointers and denied the fast break. Shutdown second chance opportunities too. Now defending mid range attempts was tough and they permitted paint points. Also utilized some of their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. In the 4th quarter Siakam would sink a pullup a mid range jumper, 107-88. The Pacers through the 4th shot 12 of 20 from the field(60%) and sunk 4 three's on 4 attempts. Scored 16 paint points and they nabbed 2 second chance scores. Lost the ball 5 times with 4 coming in the fast break. Indiana made quality shots from the field and three point territory. They were dominate in the paint and executed at the free throw line. Although, they had a tough time on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and were unproductive on the fast break. Turnovers bunched up too. Defense had a difficult time defending mid range attempts and they allowed fast break scores. Got hammered in the paint as well. However, they found ways to eliminate three pointers by running Toronto off the line and shutdown second chance buckets. Don't forget they used some of their quick hands mixed in with quality pressure to force turnovers. Haliburton posted 33 points with 11 assists, ended 15 of 36 behind the arc with 48 paint points and they jumped up to a 32-24 record.
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BREAKING: Wembanyama will miss the rest of the season due to a shoulder injury. Keep note this injury is when a blood clot has formed in his veins in the upper arm or shoulder area. His blood clot didn't happen until after the All-Star game. I'm telling you right now San Antonio is gonna miss his ability to knockdown mid range attempts. He can also rebound at a high level and occasionally dish out assists. Wembanyama this season was averaging 24.3 in points per game, 11.0 in rebounds and a 3.7 in assists.
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BREAKING: Keep note Jimmy Butler this year had been suspended 3 times for missing practices and some games. This forced the Heat's hand to finally trade him. Now when he's in the floor he's an excellent mid range and three point shooter. Solid rebounder in both ends and assists the ball well. For his defense he uses his quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. Smothering defender. This year he is averaging 17 points per game, 5?2 in rebounds and 4.6 in assists.
Tuesday February 4th, 2025: The Mavericks come up short after losing 116-118 against the 76ers. Dallas sits 8th place in the Western Conference and they lost 3 in a row. Dallas pulled within three after Max Christie sunk a three pointer, 20-23 with 3:27 left. As time dwindled down Kelley hit 2 free throws, 28-33. The Mavericks from the field(42%) off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed on second chance opportunities(7) due to good rebouding. Low turnovers to go along and capitalized at the free throw line. Now they struggled in the paint and slacked behind the arc. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Switching to quarter 2 Dallas jumped ahead after Christie drained a three, 38-36. This would the Mavs first lead since 6-2 in the 1st quarter. Few possessions after Klay Thompson would bury a three point jumper, 43-38. Now with 58 seconds left Marshall knocked down a mid range floater, 61-58. Dallas from the field(43%) shot the ball effeciently off solid passing and they did excellent in the paint. They kept turnovers minimal and were doing good at the free throw line and knocked down three's(4 for 6) Now they struggled on second chance opportunities(4) due to bad rebounding and they lacked on the fast break(4). Their defense turned away three pointers and shutdown mid range attempts. Also denied the fast break and restricted second chance scoring. However, they punished in the paint. Dallas had 22 paint points while going 8 of 18 beyond three point territory, turned it over 6 times with 11 second chance buckets and they enetered halftime leading 65-58. Transitioning to the 3rd quarter Dante Exum drilled a nicely made layup, 71-64. Toward the end of this quarter Marshall would drop a reverse layin, 87-93. Dallas from the field(36%) shot the ball poorly and they slacked behind the arc. Were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to weak rebouding and they struggled on the fast break. Now they rarely turned it over and did well at the free throw line. Firstly on defense they had insufficiency defending mid range attempts. Contained the fast break and shutdown three pointers. Simply ran Philly off the line. Now they permitted second chance scores and got torched in the paint. Moving to the 4th quarter Marshall made a turning mid range jumper, 95-103. Now Dallas would regain their lead after Thompson stuck a three pointer, 109-107. A couples possessions later Klay Thompson with 2:55 left would hurt a three point J, 114-113. With time winding down Marshall grabbed a rebound off Thompson's missed three and sunk a tipped layup, 116-115. Dallas from the field(47%) off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint(12) as players cut to the rim. They executed at the free throw line and hardly turned it over. Although, they struggled on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and were sluggish on the fast break. Poor three point shooting as well. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Look, they just matched Philadelphia basket for basket in the closing minutes. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. They denied three pointers by closing out effectively. They just couldn't make stops down the stretch. Dallas ended 11 of 33 beyond three point territory, had 46 paint points with 14 coming on the fast break and they fell to a 26-25 record.
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The 76ers hang on by a thread after snagging a 118-116 win over the Mavericks. Philadelphia stands 11th place in the Eastern Conference and their 2-Gane losing streak came to an end. During the 1st quarter Philly took somewhat of a commanding lead after Justin Edwards buried a three pointer, 21-15. Late in the quarter Maxey dropped off a layup, 30-25. Philadelphia was getting consistent shots to fall from the field(65%) and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint(18) by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Turnovers were insufficient and they had excellent three point shooting(57%). Executed at the charity stripe. Now they had trouble in second chance scoring due to terrible rebouding and they showed struggles on the fast break. For the defense took away the paint away and stopped three point shooting. Had great paint protection and eliminated the fast break. Now they allowed second chance opportunities and had trouble defending mid range attempts. Then in the 2nd quarter Joel Embbid made one of two free throws, 54-56. Now in the latter stages of this quarter hit a contested layup, 58-59. The 76ers for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field(38%) and failed to knockdown three's(1 for 10). They were terrible on the fast break(0) and showed poor execution on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding. Luckily they did excellent in the paint as players cut to the rim and they kept turnover minimized. Were solid at the free throw line too. Defensively, they got torched in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Let three pointers go in too. Stopped second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Philly scored 32 points in the paint with 5 three's made on 17 tries, had 4 total second chance scores and they went into half behind 58-65. Heading to the midway point of the 3rd quarter Yabusele on an Embiid pass knocked down tough layup, 64-67. Thereafter, Philly came within one after Maxey was able to sink a layup, 82-83. Couple possessions after Philadelphia jumped in front after Oubre Jr. hit a layup, 86-83. The 76ers were knocking down solid shots from the field(66%) and moved the ball well by dellivering good passes. Dominated in the paint(18) and kept turnovers low. Were effective at the free throw line and they capitalized on second chance opportunities(5) due to excellent rebouding. Too bad they struggled behind the arc thanks to constant misses and lacked on the fast break. Their defense took away mid range and three point attempts. Shutdown second chance opportunities and restricted the fast break. Now their paint protection wasn't good at all. Shifting to the 4th quarter Edwards with 8:00 to go threw down the jam, 101-93. Late in this quarter Embiid threw down the slam, 115-114 with 2:32 left. Then with 22 seconds left Joel Embiid laced a layup, 117-116. In conclusion, Embiid made one of 2 free throws, 118-116. Philly shot the ball extremely well from the field(47%) and moved the ball with excellent passes. Secured good ball protection and did damage in the paint(14) as players cut to the rim. Made quality shots down the stretch. Now they were sluggish on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and showed trouble on the fast break. On defense they couldn't contain mid range attempts and got dominated in the paint. Outside of that, they limited second chance and fast break scoring. Made quality stops down the stretch. Embiid recorded a triple double, they finished 11 of 33 behind the arc while scoring 64 paint points and they improved to 20-29 record.
BREAKING: In a 3-team trade the Lakers sent Anthony Davis to the Mavericks for Luka Doncic. Firstly, Luka Doncic can hit mid rnage attempts and knockdown three's. He's a great passer who set his teammates up and rebounds well. He'll play offense but his defense is lackluster. Lakers got worse on defense and better player wise. They just need a dominant center. Now that A. D. is gone. So far this year Doncic is averaging 28.1 in points per game, 8.3 in rebounds per game and 7.8 in assists per game.
INJURY UPDATE: Dejountae Murray is out for the year after sustaining a torn ACL. This injury occurred during a Pelicans 118-116 win against the Celtics back on Friday. So Murray in the 1st quarter lunged for the ball but in that process he tore his ACL and instantly started clutching at his leg. Keep note they are losing a player who won't score many points but he can still knockdown mid range and three point attempts. He can also attack the rim and rebounds well. He can find teammates with excellent passes. This season Murray averaged 17.5 in points per game, 6.5 in rebounds per game and 7.4 in assists.
Thursday January 23rd, 2025: The Spurs routed the Pacers 140-110. San Antonio stands 12th place in Western Conference and their 3-Game losing streak came to an end. During the 1st quarter Jeremy Sochan hammered down the ham, 22-19. Later on Victor Wembanyama with 23 seconds left sunk a three point J, 30-27. The Spits through one shot 48% from the field and made 4 three's on 12 attempts. Gained 12 paint points and no free throw opportunities. Earned 2 second chance buckets with 10 coming in the fast break. San Antonio from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint and players cut to the rim. Capitalized on the fast break and kept turnovers low. However, they slacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and struggled behind the arc. Defensively, they shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. San Antonio also limited three pointers by closing out effectively. Then in quarter 2 Chris Paul on a Wmby pass with 6:59 to go buried a three point jumper, 40-41. Later on in this quarter Devin Vassel sunk a mid range jumper, 54-50. The Spurs shot 13 of 21 from the field(61%) while lacing 4 three's on 8 attempts. Turned it over 6 times and scored 14 paint points. Had 2 second chance scores with 3 coming on the fast break. The Spurs made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. Chicago stayed productive on the fast break and were solid at the free throw line. Not to mention they got three pointers to fall. Now turnovers were a mess and they struggled on the fast break. Were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to weak rebouding. Their defense turned away three pointers and shutdown second chance scores. Now they gave up fast break scoring and got lit up in the paint. San Antonio had 26 total paint points while going 8 of 20 from deep, lost the ball 9 times and they enetered halftime leading 60-57. Switching to quarter 3 Harrison Barnes with 10:21 left knocked down a finger roll layin, 68-62. Now halfway into the quarter Harrison Barnes knocked in a three pointer, 89-67. The Spurs through three shot 17 of 23 from the field(73%) and made 7 three's on 10 tries. Acquired 8 second chance buckets with 10 coming in the fast break. Lost the ball 4 times as well. San Antonio made effective shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also exceuted great ball movement and took advantage of their fast break opportunities. Did excellent on second chance buckets due to quality rebounding and they hit three pointers. Capitalized at the free throw line and kept turnovers in check. Defensively, they shutdown mid range attempts and eliminated three pointers by forcing contested tries. Restricted second chance opportunities and limited the fast break. Heading to the 4th quarter Devin Vassel would bury a three point jumper thus going up 120-99. San Antonio in four shot 15 of 25 from the field(60%) and knocked down 2 three's. Lost the ball 6 times and scored 22 paint points. They gained 6 second chance scores with 11 on the fast break. The Spurs were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dellivering good passes. Executed at the free throw line and dominated in the paint. Were effective on second chance opportunities due to solid rebouding and they capitalized on the fast break. Now turnovers piled up and three pointers weren't falling. Defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and got beat down in the paint. They allowed second chance opportunities as well. With that being said, they took away three pointers by forcing contested tries and put a strain on the fast break. Used their quick hands to force turnovers as well. Spurs acquired 66 paint points while going ,18 of 36 behind the arc, had 19 turnovers with 34 on the fast break and they moved up to 19-22 record.
The Pacers got blown out by the Spurs 110-140. Indiana sits 5th place in Eastern Conference and their 2-Game win streak ended. Midway into the 1st quarter Indiana tied the game after Obi Toppin hit a step back three pointer, 22-22. Moments after, Obi Toppin with 1:22 to go drilled a three ball, 27-25. Indiana in one shot 41% from the field while making 5 three's on 13 tries(38%) and scored 10 paint points. Turned it over once and went 2 for 2 at the charity stripe. Had 2 second chance buckets with 0 coming on the fast break. The Pacers got effecient shots to fall from the field and generated space off excellent ball movement. Turnovers were protected and they executed at the free throw line. Did damage in the paint as well. Now they had trouble beyond three point territory and struggled on the fast break. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Stopping the fast break was tough as well. Luckily they denied second chance opportunities and took away three pointers. Shifting to quarter 2 Andrew Nembhard gave the Pacers brief one point lead after hitting mid range jumper, 48-47. Then with time winding down Nembhard drianed a pull up mid range J, 57-58. The Pacers through two shot 12 of 23 from the field(52%) and made 2 three's on 10 tries. Scored 16 paint points and turned it over 2 times. Gained 2 second chance buckets with 8 coming on the fast break. Indiana was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Turnovers were insufficient capitalized on the fast break. Now they did struggle on second chance opportunities due to poor rebouding and three pointers weren't falling. Defensively, Indiana couldn't defend mid range and three point attempts. They also got punished in the paint. At least they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Used their quick hands which resulted in turnovers. Indiana had 26 points in the paint while going 7 of 23 behind the arc, had 4 second chance buckets and they went into halftime trailing 57-60. Pushing to the 3rd quarter Benedict Mathurin hammered down the slam, 69-80. The Pacers capped off quarter 3 by shooting 8 of 23 from the field(34%) while making 2 three's and scored 12 paint points. Coughed the ball up twice and gained 4 second chance scores. Got 0 on the fast break. Look, Indiana from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. They were insufficient on second chance opportunities thanks to weak rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Although, they executed at the charity stripe and kept turnovers to a minimum. Did damage in the paint as well. Their defense couldn't limit mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. They gave up second chance and fast break scoring. Let three pointers drop too. Transitioning to the 4th quarter Tyrese Haliburton hit a finger roll layin but they trialed 101-122. The Pacers in four shot 13 of 24 from the field(54%) while making 4 three's on 13 attempts and they turned it over 6 times. Attained 5 second chance scores with 2 coming in the fast break. The Pacers from the field off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. They were effective at the free throw line and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding. Too bad they poor three point shooting and turned it over quiet a bit. Score was already out of hand after the 3rd anyways. For their defense they had trouble defending mid range attempts and gave up paint points. Permitted second chance and fast break opportunities. On the flip side they used their quick hands to cause turnovers and restricted three pointers. Indiana posted 54 total paints points while finishing 13 of 43 behind the arc, earned 13 second chance buckets and they fell to a 24-19 record.
Wednesday January 8th, 2025: Mobley and Allen's double pushed the Cavaliers to a 129-122 win over the Thunder. Cleveland won 10 consecutive and they sit 1st place throughout the Eastern Conference. Midway into the 1st quarter Max Strus knocked down a three point jumper, 19-19. As time was winding down Mobley hit a mid range jumper, 24-28. The Cavaliers were getting solid shots to drop from the field(41%) and dominated on the fast break. Kept turnovers in check and did well at the free throw line. Now they lacked on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding and struggled in the paint. Defensively, they got torched in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Allowed fast break scores as well. Now they restricted second chance opportunities and stopped three pointers. Switching to quarter 2 Cleveland came within one after Darius Garland buried a three point J, 48-49. After that, Cleveland jumped ahead after LeVert sunk a running layin, 50-49. Cleveland through two gor getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Turnovers were insufficient and they capitalized on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding. Obviously they had problems behind the arc due to constant misses and they struggled on the fast break. Their defense turned away three pointers and denied the fast break. They also used some of their quick hands mixed in with solid defensive pressure to cause turnovers. Eliminated second chance scoring as well. The Cavaliers had 30 paint points with 8 turnovers, were 6 for 17 behind the arc and they entered halftime leading 62-59. Heading to the 3rd quarter Cleveland went up by one after Dean Wade got a three pointer to fall, 75-74. Cleveland continued to extend their lead after Max Strus would bury three, 87-81. The Cavaliers in three were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dellivering good passes. Dominated in the paint and kept turnovers low. Were effective at the free throw line and did tremendous on the fast break. Capitalized on second chance opportunities due to great rebouding and did solid behind the arc(7 made three's in this quarter alone). Defensively, they couldn't stop mid range attempts and got beat on the fast break. Permitted second chance opportunities and got obliterated in the paint. At least they shutdown three pointers by forcing contested attempts. Transitioning to the 4th quarter Ty Jerome made a tough layup, 112-107. The Cavs were in a 6-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. In conclusion, .Evan Mobley got a mid range floater to drop, 127-122. Cleveland from the field shot the ball effeciently off solid passing and they executed on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding. Were doing a quality job at the charity stripe and did damage in the paint. Now they did turn it over and struggled from deep. Had trouble executing on the fast break as well. First off, on the defensive side they had trouble defending mid range attempts. They also got hammered in the paint and gave up second chance scores. Here's the thing, they stopped three pointers and restricted the fast break. Cleveland scored 24 second chance buckets while making 15 three's, turned it over 15 times and they jumped up to 32-4 record.
Shai Gilgeous Alexander posted 31 points but the Thunder suffered a 122-129 loss against the Cavaliers. Oklahoma City is sitting 1st place throughout the Western Conference and their 15-Game win streak came to an end. During the 1st quarter Aaron Wiggins drilled a corner three, 26-19. Later on Shai Gilgeous Alexander drianed a turning mid range jumper thus going up 30-24. The Thunder in one made quality shots from the field(42%) off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. Oklahoma City was productive on the fast break and were solid at the free throw line. Not to mention they kept turnovers low. Now they struggled on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and slacked beyond three point territory. Defensively, they couldn't stop mid range attempts and got beat on the fast break. Luckily they denied paint points and took away three pointers. Shutdown second chance opportunities as well. Defense was simply physical in the 12 minutes. Then in the 2nd quarter OKC regained their lead after Shai Gilgeous Alexander laced a nicely made layup, 51-50. The Thunder from the field off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. They were effective at the free throw line too. Too bad they turned it over one too many times and they slacked on the fast break. Had issues on second chance opportunities due to in-effective rebuounding. Their defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and paint protection was poor. Couldn't protect second chance opportunities ethier. However, they stopped the fast break and limited three pointers. Simply did a nice job of running OKC off the three point line. The Thunder scored 11 on the fast break, were 6 of 17 beyond three point territory with 22 paint points and they went into halftime behind 59-62. Halfway into the quarter 3 Hartenstein sunk a reverse layin, 70-66. Now with time winding down Wiggins knocked down a corner three, 92-90. The Thunder from the field on good ball movement got solid shots to fall and executed in the paint. They were effective at the free throw line and kept turnovers in check. Were solid on the fast break and they executed in second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding. Unfortunately, they struggled behind the arc. Their defense had trouble defending mid range and three point attempts. They also gave up second chance and fast break opportunities. Got annihilated in the paint. Now in the 4th quarter Wallace from the corner drenched a three, 112-114. Late in the quarter Hartenstein knocked in a mid range floater, 122-124. The Thunder got effecient shots to fall from the field(41%) and generated space off excellent ball movement. They executed on second chance opportunities due excellent rebounding and they kept turnovers to a minimum. Were effecient in the paint. Now some of their flaws were three point shooting and had a poor performance on the fast break. For the defense they had issues containing mid range attempts and paint protection was sluggish. They gave up second chance opportunities as well. Luckily they put a strain on three point shooting and stopped the fast break. Capitalized off turnovers too. OKC finished 11 for 31 behind the arc while scoring 54 paint points, had 21 points off giveaways and fell to a 30-6 record.
BREAKING: The Nets traded Shake Milton and Dorian Finney Smith to the Lakers but in return they got D'Angelo Russell and Maxwell Lewis. Look, Russell is consistent/inconsistent player each and every night. That just doesn't work in the NBA or any sport at that matter. He's the reason the Lakers lose and win. Now when he is on he can knock down quality shots from the field and gets three pointers to drop. Can dish put assist too. Defense is also 50/50. Russel this year averaged 12.7 in points per game, 2.0 in rebounds and 8.0 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Kings have decided to fire Head Coach Mike Brown. This firing comes due to the lack of winning. They're sitting last place in the Pacific Division and 12th in the Western Conference. Including a 13-18 win/loss record. This is a head scratcher just little bit for me. He's a really good Coach who took the Kings to the Postseason once in his 2-year tenure. I guess it's because Sacramento snapped their 16-year Playoff drought last year but then turned back into their old self.
Tuesday November 19th, 2024: The Mavericks thrashed the Pelicans by a final score of 132-91. Dallas won 3 in a row and their 1-Game above 500. In quarter 1 Klay Thompson sunk a three point jumper, 25-11. Late in the quarter Grimes buried a running layin, 40-25. Dallas from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint and players cut to the rim. Did great in the fast break and executed at the free throw line. Low turnovers and knocked down three's. Now they were sluggish on second chance opportunities. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Too bad they had trouble denying three pointers. Switching to quarter 2 Donfoc tossed an alley oop to Liveley who hammered down the slam, 52-32. The score at this point was getting out of hand and quickly. Later on Afford grabbed his own rebound and secured a outback layin, 59-42. The Mavericks in 2 had issues getting shots to fall from the field and three point territory. They struggled on fast break opportunities and lacked second chance scoring. Rarely turned it over though. Did a lot of damage in the paint too. Their defense turned away three pointers and shutdown mid range attempts. Also denied the fast break and restricted second chance opportunities. Unfortunately, they plowed in the paint. Biggest lead for Dallas was 23, were 7 of 16 behind the arc with 34 points in the paint and they entered halftime leading 63-51. Heading to quarter 3 PJ Washington secured his own rebound and sunk a putback layin, 70-54. Late in the quarter Kyrie Irving buried a three point jumper, 84-65. Dallas in 3 was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Were effective on second chance opportunities due to good rebouding and they capitalized on the fast break. Rare turnovers too. On defense they took away mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers. Stopped second chance scoring and denied the paint. Used some of their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Luka Doncic hit a fading mid range J, 103-72. Dallas made effective shots from the field and they executed on the fast break. Did damage in the paint too. Now they were sluggish on second chance scoring and three pointers weren't going in. On the defensive side they got crushed in the paint. Outside of that, they denied fast break and second chance opportunities. Eliminated most three pointers by closing out effectively and used their quick hands to force turnovers. Doncic scored 26 points, gained 35 fast break buckets and they moved up to an 8-7 record.
The Pelicans suffered an obliterating 91-132 loss to the Mavericks. New Orleans lost 2 straight and they sit last place in the Southwest Division. Early in the 1st quarter Javontae Green hit a three point J but they trialed 14-25. As the quarter was ending Trent Murphy knocked down a three pointer of his own, 24-33. New Orleans from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. They were effective beyond three point territory and turnovers were held in check. Now they were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and slacked on the fast break. Their defense had a tough time defending mid range and three point attempts. Got beat in the paint and allowed fast break scores. During the 2nd quarter Brandon Ingram would sink a three point jumper, 38-55. As the quarter winded down Javontae Green hit 2 free throws, 44-59. The Pelicans for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field and failed to knockdown three's. They were terrible on the fast break and they did little to no damage on second chance opportunities. Bad rebouding as well. Now they did excellent in the paint and kept turnovers low. Defensively, they shutdown mid range attempts and eliminated three pointers by forcing contested tries. Restricted second chance opportunities and limited the fast break. However, they hammered in the paint. New Orleans secured 6 made three's on 16 tries, scored 20 paint points, turned it over 8 times and they went into halftime trailing 51-63. Advancing to the 3rd Javontae Green hit a fading mid range jumper, 54-66. Look, the Pelicans from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. They showed insufficiency in the paint and were weak on second chance scoring. Turned it over a bit too. Luckily they did well in the fast break. For the defense they had a rough time containing mid range and three point attempts. They had poor paint protection as well. Don't forget New Orleans struggled to takeaway fast break and second chance opportunities. Shifting to the 4th quarter Boston Jr. sunk a step back mid range jumper, 72-99. The Pelicans made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. Their defense couldn't defend mid range attempts and they allowed paint points. Gave up fast break scores as well. Now they found ways to stop second chance opportunities and limited three's. New Orleans tallied 10 fast break points, turned it over 21 times and they fell sunk to a 4-11 record.
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Wednesday November 6th, 2024: Shai Gilgeous Alexander in the final seconds had his shot attempt blocked by Watson and the Thunder lose 122-124 to the Nuggets. Oklahoma City suffered their first loss of the season and they stand 1st place in the Northwest Division. During the 1st quarter Shai Gilgeous Alexander drised a Nickey made layup, 14-7. Later on Williams made driving layin, 22-16. OKC through one shot 46% from the field with 6 three's and they tallied 10 paint points. Turned it over 4 times and went 2 for 2 at the free throw line. From the field they got quality shots to fall and executed on the fast break. Did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim and capitalized at the free throw line. Turnovers were no existent and three pointers dropped. Defensively, they shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. They also took away three pointers by closing out effectively. They struggled to defend mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. Then in the 2nd quarter Shai Gilgeous Alexander hit a pullups mid range J, 53-45. Afterwards, Shai Gilgeous Alexander with 49 seconds left buried a layup, 64-54. OKC was on a 7-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense capitalized in transition. The Thunder shot 51% from the field with 3 three's made and they tallied 18 paint points. Gained 0 second chance buckets and got 7 on the fast break. Oklahoma City made effective shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also exceuted great ball movement and took advantage of their fast break opportunities. Now they struggled on second chance scoring due to bad rebounding and turned it over. Poor three point shooting as well. Defensively, they got torched in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. They couldn't stop second chance and fast break opportunities. At least they shutdown three pointers and used their quick hands to cause turnovers. OKC was 9 for 22 behind the arc, had 14 fast break scores and entered halftime leading 66-55. Moving to the midway point of the 3rd quarter Isaiah Joe would bury three pointer this gaining an 84-71 lead. OKC in 3 shot 8 for 26 from the field while making 5 three's and tallied 8 paint points. Secured 9 second chance buckets with 10 coming on the fast break. 4 turnovers as well. First off, the Thunder for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field. Were sluggish in the paint as well. However, they capitalized on second chance opportunities due to the great rebounding and they executed on the fast break. Kept turnovers low and knocked down three's. Defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and got beat down in the paint. Gave up fast break scores too. Luckily they denied second chance opportunities. Shifting to the 4th quarter Oklahoma City inched within two after Shai Gilgeous Alexander with 16 seconds left secured a mid range jumper, 122-124. OKC capped off the 4th by shooting 44% from the field and tallied 12 paint points. Coughed the ball up 3 times. Oklahoma City from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint. Hardly turned it over and did well on second chance scoring. Were effective on the fast break and capitalized at the free throw line. Now they struggled behind the arc but that was about it in the 4th quarter. Negative wise at least. Well I guess you can also say OKC matched Denver basket for basket down the stretch. Not something you really want to do though. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. On the flip side they put a strain on fast break scoring and limited three pointers. OKC went 16 for 40 behind the arc, earned 26 fast break buckets with 14 turnovers and they fell to a 7-1 record.
The Nuggets rallied from 16 points down and picked up a 124-122 win over the Thunder. Jokic had a triple double and 5 out of 4 starters were combined for 80 points. So in quarter 1 Baun on a Jokic pass hit a mid range J, 13-17. Late in this quarter Denver came within one after Baun drilled a step back three, 21-22. Denver in one shot 47% from the field with 3 three's made on 9 tries and scored 12 paint points. Earned 1 second chance scores and snagged 2 on the fast break. Miami from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint and players cut to the rim. Turnovers were held low and they executed at the charity stripe. Too bad Denver were off to a slow start in terms of fast break scoring and they slacked on second chance opportunities. Were even worse behind the arc. On the other side they had trouble defending mid range attempts and let three pointers fall. Got plowed in the paint and gave up fast break opportunities. Although, they shutdown second chance scores. Switching to the 2nd quarter Russell Westbrook knocked down a three point jumper, 36-36. As time winded down Russell Westbrook would drain a contested layup, 54-64. Denver in 2 shot 8 for 20(40%) from the field and made 3 three's. Scored 10 paint points and turned it over 7 times. Had 5 second chance buckets and got 5 on the fast break. The Nuggets got effecient shots to fall from the field and generated space off excellent ball movement. Did damage on second chance opportunities due to good rebuounding and dominated on the fast break. Now they lacked beyond three point territory and turnovers were a mess. Defensively, they couldn't stop mid range attempts and got beat on the fast break. Got thrashed in the paint too. However, they contained three pointers by running them off the line and stopped second chance opportunities. Denver acquired 11 turnovers, earned 22 total paint points and went into the half trailing 55-66. Heading to the later parts of the 3rd quarter Denver came within three after Nikola Jokic knocked down a mid range hook, 81-84. Later on Jokic with 1 second secured a missed shot attempt and made a putback layup, 95-95. The Nuggets shot 49% from the field and made 6 three pointers. Lost the ball 4 times and scored 16 paint points. Had 4 second chance buckets and got 10 on the fast break. The Nuggets were effective behind the arc as buckets fell and they delivered solid passes. They executed in the paint and reliquinshed three pointers. Rare turnovers and did well at the free throw line. Got effective shots to fall from the field and capitalized on the fast break. They were having a tough time on second chance scoring. Jumping to the 4th quarter Russell Westbrook delivered a reverse layin, 103-99. Thereafter, Denver jumped ahead after Michael Porter Jr. made a three point J, 109-108. In conclusion, during the 4th Jokic hit a clutch free throw, 124-120. In the 4th Denver shot 47% from the field while scoring 12 point points and made 4 three's 10 tries. Gained 2 fast break scores and earned 5 second chance opportunities. Turned it over 3 times too. The Nuggets from the field off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. They were effective at the free throw line and kept turnovers in check. Dominated second chance scoring due to good rebounding. Now they got slowed down on the fast break and were horrible behind the arc. For the defense they couldn't contain mid range attempts and struggled in paint protection. Allowed second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Denver finished 16 for 38 behind the arc, had 50 paint points with 21 fast break scores and improved to a 5-3 record.
Thursday October 31st, 2024: The Bucks were routed by Grizzlies 99-122. Milwaukee lost 3 consecutive and they stand 4th place in the Central Division. Midway into quarter 1 Taurean Prince knocked down a finger roll layin, 16-17. Afterwards, Bobby Portis with 2:05 left would bury a layup, 19-36. Keep note this basket ended the Bucks 5 minute scoring drought. Following this play Portis hit a turning mid range jumper, 21-38. Milwaukee from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Turnovers were limited and they capitalized at the free throw line. Did well in the fast break too. Too bad they were poor on second chance scoring due to insufficient rebouding and three pointers weren't falling. Defense had issues defending mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Gave up fast break opportunities and were beatdown in the paint. Luckily they shutdown second chance opportunities and restricted three pointers. Switching to the 2nd quarter Antetokounmpi launched a turning mid range jumper, 44-51. The Bucks made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. Turnovers were rare and they did well at the free throw line. Although, they were sluggish on the fast break and showed poor execution in second chance scoring. Were terrible beyond the arc as well. Now on defense they found ways to limit the fast break and denied three pointers. Took away second chance opportunities too. Unfortunately, they got torched on the fast break and and allowed paint point. Denying mid range attempts was even harder. Milwaukee had 34 paint points while going 3 for 21 behind the arc, had 11 fast break scores and entered halftime trailing 48-70. Moving to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Antetokounmpo would knock down a reverse layin, 57-74. I'm The Bucks for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field and failed to knockdown three's. They were terrible on second chance opportunities too. At least they executed in the fast break and kept turnover minimized. Did great in the paint as well. Their defense had issues defending mid range attempts and got flustered in the paint. They also used some quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. Shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Denied the three ball as well. Transitioning to the 4th quarter Antetokounmpo made a finger roll layin and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 84-104. Milwaukee from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. They were poor on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and they slacked behind three point territory. Luckily turnovers were a rarity and they dominated on the fast break. Were effective in the paint too. On defense they couldn't contain mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Denied second chance opportunities and limited the fast break. Put a strain on three pointers too. The Bucks finished 9 for 42 behind the arc, turned it over 10 times and they dropped to a 1-4 record.
Ja Morant triple double pushed the Grizzlies to a 122-99 win over the Bucks. Memphis ended their 2-Game losing streak and they sit 4th place in the Southeast Division. In the 1st quarter Scotty Pippen Jr. stripped Damian Lillard and go on a fast break for nicely made finger roll layin, 22-16. Taking and making excellent shots from the field so far. Then Aldama buried a corner three pointers, 25-17. As the quarter winded down Mornat sunk a three ball, 30-17. Memphis earned a 8-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Memphis from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint. Turnovers were low and they executed at the free throw line. Were effective in the fast break as well. Now they slacked in second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and struggled beyond the arc. Their defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and allowed fast break buckets. Got beat in the paint as well. Now they took away three point shooting by closing out effectively and denied second chance scoring. Then in the 2nd quarter Ja Morant drilled a three point jumper thus gaining a 54-44 lead. Later on Ja Morant drained a fading mid range jumper, 60-46. Memphis was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Turnovers were insufficient and they capitalized on the fast break. Now they still lacked on second chance opportunities due to weak rebouding and struggled behind the arc. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. The Grizzlies secured 38 paint points, went 5 of 17 beyond three point territory with 4 turnovers and went into halftime leading 70-48. Heading to the midway point of the 3rd quarter Jackson Jr. hit a contested layup, 99-70. Memphis made effective shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also exceuted great ball movement and capitalized at charity stripe. Ultimately, they slacked on second chance and fast break opportunities. Turned it over and struggled behind the arc. Defense defended three pointers by forcing contested tries and shutdown mid range attempts. Put a strain on second chance scoring too. Although, they permitted fast break buckets and allowed paint points. Shifting to quarter 4 Morant with 6:02 remaining drained a mid range floater, 109-86. The Grizzlies got effecient shots to fall from the field and generated space off excellent ball movement. Did tremendous in the paint as players cut to the rim. However, they turned it over and struggled on the fast break. Were weak in second chance opportunities too. Their defense contained three pointers and took away second chance opportunities. Outside of that, they got torched in the paint and surrendered fast break scores. Containing mid range attempts was a difficult task as well. Memphis went 8 for 28 beyond three point territory, gave the ball up 16 times and improved to a 3-3 record.
INJURY UPDATE: Dejountae Murray on Wednesday in a Pelicans 116-120 loss suffered a fractured hand and he'll miss the next 4 to 6 weeks. Keep note this injury happened on opening night! So Murray in the 4th quarter fell on his hand awkwardly as he used them to brace his fall after LaVine got in his landing spot. After that, Murray was clutching at his hand in pain. Look, this guy can shoot mid range attempts and drive the paint. He'll hit some three pointers too. He can also rebound at high level and find the open man with good passes. Murray this season is averaging 14 points per game, 8.0 in rebounds and 10.0 in assists.
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Sunday October 27th, 2024: Grant and Simons combined 55 points pushed the Trail Blazers to a 125-103 win over the Pelicans. Portland earns first win of the season and their 2-Game losing streak ended. Late in the 1st quarter Portland gained a 10-0 run after Ayton hit a three pointer, 24-17. This run was set up on the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Trail Blazers were effective behind the arc as buckets fell and they delivered solid passes. Did well in the fast break and kept turnovers low. They were poor on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and struggled in the paint. Defense defended three pointers by forcing contested tries and shutdown mid range attempts. Limited points in the paint and took away the fast break. Restricted second chance buckets too. Switching to the 2nd quarter Simons drilled a contested layup, 42-33. Later on Andernee Simons buried a finger roll layin, 57-43. The Trail Blazers were getting solid shots to drop from the field and dominated in the paint. Great passing to go along and created separation by using set screens. They were much better in second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding and turnovers were minimized. Stayed effecient at the free throw line too. They did slack on the fast break and struggled from deep. Defensively, they defended mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers. Limited fast break scoring as well. Now they stuffed in the paint and allowed second chance opportunities. Portland was 8 for 22 from behind the arc while shooting 43% from the field, were 7 for 12 at the free throw line and entered halftime leading 59-47. Heading to quarter 3 Portland's lead extended after Andernee Simons knocked down a Mickey made layup, 61-47. As the quarter started to wind down Camara launched a three point jumper thus gaining 74-58 lead. Portland made effective shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also exceuted great ball movement and took advantage of their fast break opportunities. Did excellent on second chance opportunities due to great rebounding. Rarely turnovers as well. Now they lacked behind the arc and showed trouble on the fast break. For the defense they had their fair of issues when defending mid range attempts. Got beat down in the paint and surrendered second chance opportunities. With that being said, they used their quick hands which resulted in turnovers. Executed in points off turnovers. Advancing to the 4th quarter Jabari Walker sunk a game clinching three pointers, 121-94. The Trail Blazers were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dellivering good passes. Dominated in the paint and kept turnovers low. Were effective at the free throw line as well. Did damage on second chance opportunities due to good rebouding and executed in the fast break. Too bad they struggled behind the arc thanks to constant misses. Defensively, they had trouble defending mid range attempts and struggled to contain the fast break. Allowed second chance opportunities and paint protection was poor. Portland scored 54 total paint points, snagged 25 second chance buckets with 14 three's made and improved to a 1-2 record.
The Pelicans get routed by the Trail Blazers 103-125. New Orleans is tied with Dallas for 1st place in the Southwest Division and their 2-Game win streak came to an end. In the 1st quarter Hawkins with 3:07 left drained a mid range jumper and was fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 21-24. New Orleans from the field couldn't get shots to fall and struggled behind the arc due constant misses. They were terrible on second chance opportunities due to in effective rebounding and lacked on the fast break. They were struggling in the paint as well. Now they did well at the free throw line and kept turnovers to a minimum. Their defense had trouble defending three pointers and couldn't stop the fast break. At least they put a strain on second chance opportunities and denied the paint. Shifting to the midway point of the 2nd quarter New Orleans came within 8 after McCollum sunk a running layin, 41-49. The Pelicans for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field and failed to knockdown three's. They were terrible on the fast break. At least they had good ball protection and executed on second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding. Were sharp at the free throw line and kept turnovers at bay. Their defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and were plowed in the paint. Permitted second chance scoring as well. Although, they took away fast break buckets and restricted the fast break. New Orleans was 1 for 13 beyond three point territory with 38% shooting from the field, secured 4 turnovers while going 10 for 10 at the free throw line and went into halftime facing a 47-59 deficit. Moving to the 3rd quarter Javontae Green hit a three ball, 76-91. New Orleans from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. They were effective at the free throw line and capitalized in second chance opportunities. Including tremendous rebounding. Too bad they struggled in ball protection and were insufficient on the fast break. Their defense was struggling to defend mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. Allowed second chance scoring too. Never the less, they shutdown three pointers by closing out effectively and denied the fast break. Transitioning to quarter 4 CJ McCollum drilled a three pointer but trailed 84-104. New Orleans was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. They were effective on second chance scoring due to good rebuilding and kept turnovers to a rarity. Now they showed poor executing beyond three point territory and struggled in the fast break. Firstly, their defense couldn't stop mid range attempts. Paint protection slacked too. Also had issues containing second chance and fast break opportunities. New Orleans tallied 46 points in the paint, turned it over 15 times with 8 three pointers made and they dropped down to a 2-1 record.
Wednesday October 23rd, 2024: Anteokounmpo scored 25 and the Bucks picked up a 124-109 win over the 76ers. In the 1st quarter Anteokounmpo sunk a contested layup, 22-19. Milwaukee in one shot 42% from the field with 1 three made in 7 tries and scored 12 paint point. Earned 5 second chance buckets and gained 4 on the fast break. Lost the ball 3 times and went 5 for 7 at the charity stripe. Milwaukee from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint. Turnovers were limited and they capitalized at the free throw line. Did great on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding. Too bad the slacked behind the arc and struggled in the fast break. Then in the 2nd quarter Damian Lillard dazzled to the rim for a nicely made one handed layup, 41-37. As time winded down Lillard buried a three ball, 54-42. The Bucks capped off quarter 2 by shooting 50% from the field and scored 20 points in the paint. Earned 3 second chance buckets and got 4 on the fast break. Turned it over twice as well. Milwaukee was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Turnovers were insufficient and they knocked down three's. Their defense turned away three pointers and shutdown mid range attempts. Also denied the fast break and restricted second chance opportunities. Although, they got punched in the paint. Milwaukee earned 13 team assists, lost the ball 5 times with 28 total paint points and enterd halftime leading 58-47. Later on Anteokounmpo in the 3rd hit a finger roll layin thus going up 72-57. Milwaukee in the 3rd shot 56% from the field while lacing 9 three pointers and added 12 paint points. Gave the ball up 5 times too. Secured 4 second chance scores and earned 0 on the fast break. The Bucks got effecient shots to fall from the field and generated space off excellent ball movement. Knocked down three pointers and dominated in the paint. Did well at the free throw line too. Now they slacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and still struggled on the fast break. Turnovers were everywhere too. Defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and allowed three pointers. They were also torched in the paint and allowed second chance scores. Now the did takeaway the fast break and shutdown three pointers by running Philadelphia off the line. Ultimately this game came to end imlate in the 4th after Portis hit a layup, 110-95. Milwaukee shot 6 for 16 from the field(37%) and made 1 three. Gained 8 paint points and added 3 turnovers. Scored 0 second chance buckets and picked up 0 on the fast break. Look, the Bucks from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. They were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Hardly did damage in the paint too. Luckily turnovers were low and they did well at the free throw line. On the defensive side they had trouble defending mid range attempts and used some of their quick hands mixed in with defensive pressure to cause turnovers. Shutdown three pointers and eneie the fast break. Now they couldn't contain mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Gave up second chance opportunities as well. Milwaukee shot a total 16 of 47 behind the arc, had 14 second chance buckets and moved up to a 1-0 record.
The 76ers get flattened the Bucks after losing 109-124. During quarter 1 Yabusele drianed a cutting layin, 21-22. After that, Maxey at the buzzer hit a finger roll layin, 23-22. Philly through one shot 34% from the field with 2 three's made and tallied 12 paint points. Had 6 second chance buckets and got 0 in the fast break. Were 1 for 2 at the free throw line and turned it over 0 times. The 76ers had issues getting shots to fall from the field and three point territory. They struggled on fast break chances. Also were struggling beyond three point territory as well. At least turnovers were low and they did solid damage in the paint. For the defense they got torched in the paint and stopping second chance opportunities was difficult. Luckily they took away three pointers by forcing contested attempts and shutdown the fast break. Switching to quarter 2 Kyle Lowry with 2:36 left sunk a three pointer, 42-51. Later on Yabusele at the buzzer launched a pullup mid range jumper, 47-58. Philadelphia in two shot 36% from the field while making 5 three's on 11 tries and scored 14 paint points and turned it over 4 times. Had 0 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. The 76ers for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field and failed to knockdown three's. They were terrible on the fast break and did little to no damage on second chance opportunities. Bad on rebounding too. At least they attacked the paint and kept turnovers to a minimum. Philadelphia showed struggles defending mid range attempts and got crunched in the paint. Let three pointers fly too. However, they limited second chance opportunities and shutdown the fast break. Philly picked up 26 paint points with 8 assists, secured 33 rebounds and went into halftime trailing 47-58. Moving to quarter 3 Andre Drummond knocked down a mid range J, 59-72. Thereafter, Maxey would bury a three point jumper, 68-82. Philly in three shot 10 of 20 from the field while making 3 three's and turned it over once. Along with 5 second chance buckets and scored 0 on the fast break. Philadelphia made effective shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also exceuted great ball movement and took advantage of their second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding. Turnovers were low as well. However, they lacked on the fast break and barley made three's. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Had trouble guarding three point attempts too. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. During the 4th quarter Tyrese Maxey ran to the rim for a tough layup, 88-104. Philly in the 4th shot 41% from the field while making 3 three's and scored 16 paint points. Secured 6 second chance buckets and tallied 4 on the fast break. Lost the ball 5 times too. The Sixers from the field off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. They were effective at the free throw line and did tremendous on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding. Now they were terrible behind the arc and they lost control of the ball. Had trouble in the fast break too. Now on the defensive side they limited mid range attempts and fended off three pointers by closing out effectively. Eliminated second chance and fast break tries as well. Philadelphia secured 10 turnovers, shot 8 for 31 behind the arc and dropped down to a 0-1 record.
INJURY UPDATE: So Kawhi Leonard is now out indefinitely and this happens 5 days before the start of the NBA regular season. Man, this dude is injury prone for days! Keep note he's trying to rehab his inflammation on his knee. When he wants to play this dude can be an effective scorer from ethier the field or three point territory. Can rebound and pass. This past season Leonard in 68 games averaged 23.7 in points per game, 6.1 in assists and 3.6 in rebounds.
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BREAKING: The Knicks traded Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo to the Timberwolves for Karl Anthony Towns. So KAT does a nice job of rebounding and can score inside the paint. Occasionally he'll knock down three pointers. Too bad he's literally a liability on defense. This man does NOT play defense and the fact that he won defensive player of the year a few seasons back is vile! Not like Julius Randle is any better. Randle is consistent and inconsistent on a nightly basis. Including Playoffs if the Knicks made it. His good qualities though are his ability to hit mid range attempts and sink three's. He can rebound when he wants to and he'll set his teammates up with nice passes. On defense well again he's like KAT......a liability. Nothing more nothing less. Not really gaining much here. Karl Anthony Towns last season averaged 21.8 in points per game, 8.3 in rebounds per game and 3.0 in assists per game. As for Randle last year he averaged 24.0 in points per game, 9.2 in rebounds and 5.0 in assists.
BREAKING: The 76ers signed Joel Embiid to a 3 yard $193 Million Dollar deal. So Embiid this past season made most of his money by knocking down three's and got mid range attempts to fall from the field. He also dominated in the paint and rebounded well. Not to mention he set his teammates up with quality passes. Defensively, Embiid can block shot attempts and force steals. Solid rim protector as well. Although, Embiid can't STAY HEALTHY! I also want to throw in that Embiid has no East or NBA Finals appearances in his career. Only 1st or 2nd round playoff exits. Embiid in 39 games averaged 34.7 in points per game, 11.0 in rebounds and 5.6 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Warriors extended Steph Curry 's contract by signing him to a 1 year $62.6 Million Dollar deal. So Steph Curry is the leagues best shooter/scorer. This past season Curry made quality shots from the field and knocked down three pointers. Not to mention he dished out solid passes. Curry last season averaged 26.4 in points per game with 45% shooting from the field, 4.5 in rebounds and 5.1 in assists. He also shot 40% behind the arc.
UPDATE: The Clippers sent Westbrook to the Jazz on a sign and trade. Don't forget Russell Westbrook will actually be going to the Nuggets after he does a buyout with Utah. Westbrook didn't wow anyone when it came to scoring points because he only averaged 11.1 but despite that and poor three point shooting, when he did post buckets it was usually quality shots from the field and driving the paint. Was an effective rebounder and found the open guy with good passes. Defensively, Westbrook did a nice job of locking down his opponents and forcing contested attempts whether it was from the field or three point territory. Westbrook in 2023-2024 averaged 5.0 in rebounds and 4.5 in assists with 45% shooting from the field. Shot 27% behind the arc as well.
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BREAKING: The Bucks went ahead and signed Gary Trent Jr. to a 1 year deal. So Gary Trent Jr doesn't score a lot but he's still effective because he'll knock down mid range attempts from the field and rebounds pretty good. Not to mention he'll hit three pointers. Although, his assists total this year was definitely low. Defensively, he can lockdown his opponent and force contested attempts. He also has pick pocketing hands which leads to steals. Gary Trent Jr. this past season avergaed 13.7 in points per game, 2.6 rebounds and 1.7 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Celtics signed Jayson Tatum to a 5 year $315 Million Dollar deal. Now Jayson Tatum this year in both regular and Post season like the rest of the guys out the TEAM FIRST! Jayson Tatum at time in the season and in the playoffs showed scoring insufficiency but found other ways to contribute to the team success. Weather that be rebounding, assisting and playing solid defense. Don't get me wrong in game five of the NBA Finals Tatum scored 31 with 8 rebounds and 11 assists in 11 of 24 shooting from the field. So Tatum from the field all year long got mid range attempts to fall and rebounded at a high level. Also found the open man by executing quality passes. Now he did slack behind the arc as he shot a low 28% in the season with 37 in the post and at times got careless with the ball which led to turnovers. Defensively, he did tremendous at defending mid range attempts and forced a lot of steals due to his pick pocketing hands. Blcoked shots off contested tries. Tatum last season averaged 26.9 in points per game, 4.9 in assists per game and 8.1 in rebounding. Including 188 turnovers.
BREAKING: The Mavericks sign Klay Thompson to a 3 year $50 Million Dollar deal. So Klay Thompson is a guy who can sink catch and shoot three pointers. From the field hell bury mid range attempts and scores effectively in the paint. Now for the last couple of years Klay Thompson hasn't been himself ever since tearing his ACL not once but twice back in 2019. Klay Thompson last year averaged 17.9 in points per game, 3.3 in rebounding and 2.3 in assists.
BREAKING: The Knicks trade Bogdanovic and five 1st round NBA draft selections to the Nets for Mikal Bridges. Firstly, Mikal Bridges from the field knocks down mid range attempts and can drive to the rim. He's also a good rebounder and executes at the free throw line He also has durability after playing all 82 regular season games. Now a slight downside is getting three pointers to fall and doesn't dish out a lot of assists. Now defensively, Bridges has quick pick pocketing hands which causes turnovers and lock you down. Although, there have been some games where he let's his opponent get past him. Bridges this past season averaged 19.6 in points per game, 4.5 in rebounds per game and a 3.6 in assists. Shot 43% from the field and 81% at the free throw line. Including 37% behind the arc.
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UPDATE: The Lakers hire NBA Veteran JJ Reddick. So JJ Reddick had been a player for 17 long NBA seasons. Was an announcer for ESPN for a while after retiring from league play. Let's be honest though.....this was a LeBron James hire not the orginazations. Stop bending over backwards for this dude! Not saying Reddick is a bad pick but come on stop letting Bron run things.
BREAKING: So the Cavaliers have fired Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff. So this firing comes off two reasons.....one he's just not the guy and two is lack of winning. Look, Bickerstaff missed the playoffs in his first three years before getting bounced in rounds 1 and 2 the last two seasons.
BREAKING: So Frank Vogel's firing to me comes after getting swept by the Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. I mean let's be honest no person or organization likes to be swept. Good or semi good a sweep is not what you want. This is one quick way to get fired in this sport.
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INJURY UPDATE: Jimmy Butler is out for several weeks due to an MCL sprain. This injury forces Butler to miss the teams next play in game which is set to take place on Friday when they face Bulls. Firstly, Butler's injury occurred in the 1st quarter during Miami's 104-105 loss to the 76ers back on Wednesday. Now Kelly Oubre Jr. while trying to block a layup attempt fell on top of Jimmy Butler's knee. Butler was instantly in pain and clutched at his knee. Keep note Jimmy Butler stayed in the game for all four quarters after this injury. True tesitment to who he really is. This season Butler averaged 20.8 in points per game, 5.3 in rebounds and 5.0 in assists.
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Wednesday April 17th, 2024: Herro and Butler were combined for 44 points but the Heat still sustained a 104-195 loss to the 76ers. Miami's 2-Game win streak was snapped and they meet Chicago on Friday for the 8th seed spot. During the 1st quarter Jimmy Butler in transition off a steal hammered down a two handed slam, 12-18. It was a slow start shooting wise but it was still early at the time. Later on Jaquez with 57 seconds left drained three pointer, 20-20. Miami through one shot 44% from the field while making 1 three on 7 tries and recorded 14 points in the paint. Secured 1 second chance bucket and gained 4 on the fast break. Went 6 for 8 at the free throw line and turned it over 3 times. Defense had 5 steals. The Heat made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. Turnovers were non factor and they executed at the free throw line. Now they slacked on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Also had trouble from long distance thanks to constant misses. Defensively, they used their quick hands which resulted in turnovers and shutdown second chance opportunities. Stopped the fast break and took away three pointers by forcing contested tries. Not to mention they denied the paint by clogging lanes. Too bad Miami issues defending mid range attempts. Then during the 2nd quarter Kevin Love off a Deion Wright pass laced a three pointer, 33-26. Eventually, Miami furthered their lead after Deion Wright buried a three point J, 45-37. Miami shot 42% from the field while going 5 for 13(38%) beyond the arc and picked up 10 paint points. Turned the ball over 3 times too. The Heat from the field got quality shots to go in off excellent ball movement and dominated in the paint. Giveaways were held in check and they capitalized at the free throw line. Let's not forget they showed execution on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding and executed on the fast break. Now they struggled beyond three point territory. For the defense they limited mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers. They also took away second chance opportunities and slowed down the fast break. Unfortunately, they punished in the paint. Miami was 6 for 20 from long range, scored 24 in the paint with 11 fast break buckets, defense forced 9 steals and entered halftime with a 51-39 lead. Heading to the midway mark of the 3rd quarter Bam Adebayo would bury a falling mid range jumper, 61-56. Miami shot 8 of 22 from the field(36%) and scored 6 paint points. Earned 3 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. Went 2 for 5 at the charity stripe and made 5 three's on 10 tries(50%). Gave the ball up 4 times too. The Heat behind the arc got solid shots to drop and protected the ball but they couldn't execute at the free throw line and slacked in the paint. They were terrible on the fast break and baskets from the field weren't falling. Defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. They got lit up in the paint as well. They did takeaway second chance scoring and eliminated the fast break. We now turn our attention toward the 4th quarter, where Herro made a mid range floater, 87-86. This run was off the defense making stops and in transition the offense capitalized. At the end of this quarter Herro with 1 second left popped a corner three, 104-105. The Heat shot 42% from the field while lacing 2 three's and acquired 16 paint points. Turned it over 3 times. Miami shot the ball extremely well from the field and did damage in the paint. They were effective on second chance opportunities due to great rebounding and turnovers were rare. Obviously, they frail beyond three point territory and struggled immensely on the fast break. Defense had difficulty taking away mid range attempts and slowed down three pointers. They got beat down in the paint and allowed second chance opportunities. They did manage to shutdown the fast break. Miami had 46 in the paint, scored 20 second chance buckets, were 14 for 39 behind the arc and fell to a 46-36 record.
The 76ers fended off the Heat by a final score of 105-104. Philadelphia will face the Knicks in the first round of the NBA Playoffs and clinched the 7th seed. Maxey in the 1st quarter hit a wide open three and it gave Philadelphia a 16-8 lead. Philly in one shot 42% from the field with 2 three's made on 9 attempts and scored 8 paint points. Tallied 3 second chance buckets and got 4 on the fast break. Lost the ball 7 times and went 4 of 5 at the free throw line. The 76ers were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dellivering good passes. They were effective at the charity stripe as well. Now they turned it over constantly and slacked on the fast break. They were also insufficient on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding. Had trouble scoring in the paint and couldn't hit three's. Philadelphia showed struggles defending mid range attempts and got crunched in the paint. Luckily they limited second chance and fast break opportunities. Shutdown three pointers by running Miami off the line. So at the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Paul Reed brought Philadelphia within seven after sinking a contested layup, 30-37. Philadelphia shot 32% from the field and scored 10 paint points with 4 turnovers. Went 1 for 9 behind the arc and gained 2 second chance buckets. Had 2 on the fast break as well. Getting buckets to fall was an absolute struggle......it didn't matter if it was from the field or three point territory. They were poor on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and showed frailness on the fast break. At least they attacked the paint better and stayed hot at the free throw line. Turnovers weren't as bad ethier. On defense they couldn't defend mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. They permitted second chance and fast break opportunities as well. So Philly restricted three pointers by denying open looks. Philly was 3 for 18 behind the arc, had 11 turnovers, earned 6 fast break points and slipped into halftime facing a 39-51 deficit. Shifting to the 3rd quarter Batum dropped off a corner three, 51-59. Great defense is turning into great offense. They were also a 6-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Philadelphia shot 40% from the field while making 5 three's on 9 attempts. Gained 2 second chance buckets and coughed the ball up twice. Along with 2 coming on the fast break. So Philly from the field got effecient shots to drop and attacked the paint as players cut to the rim. Turnovers stayed low and were solid at the free throw line. Can't exclude their ability to knockdown three pointers. Although, they struggled on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and were poor on the fast break. Now on the other end they trouble defending three pointers but they shutdown mid range attempts and denied the paint by plugging lanes. They restricted second chance opportunities and limited the fast break. Transitioning to the 4th quarter Kelly Oubre Jr. with 36 seconds left dialed a layup and got a plus one after the foul, 99-96. Philly shot 41% from the field and made 4 three's on 8 tries. Snagged 12 paint points. Lost the ball twice as well. Philadelphia made solid shots from both the field and three point territory. Had excellent ball movement and did tremendous in the paint. Hardly turned it over and did great on second chance opportunities due solid rebounding. Were good at the free throw line too. Were effective at the free throw line as well. However, they had problems on the fast break. On defense they couldn't stop mid range attempts and got plastered in the paint. They eliminated three's and denied the fast break. Too bad they let up second chance scores. Philadelphia rallied back from 14 points down, scored 42 in the paint and moved up to a 47-35 record.
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Tuesday April 16th, 2024: Zion Williamson scored 40 points with 11 rebounds but the Pelicans still took a 106-110 loss against the Lakers. Remember Williamson late in the 4th quarter left the game with an injury. New Orleans lost 2 in a row and face Sacramento for the 8th seed. During the late stages of the 1st quarter Larry Nance Jr. drained a corner three, 23-21. The Pelicans in one shot 50% from the field whike making 4 three's on 9 tries and scored 16 paint points. Earned 4 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Went 2 for 2 at the free throw line and lost the ball twice. The Pelicans made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. Not to mention they got three pointers to drop. Including rare turnovers and capitalized at the free throw line. Now they slacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Their defense took away mid range attempts and stopped secoond chance scores. They also denied the paint by closing off lanes. Unfortunately, New Orleans had issues defending three pointers and allowed fast break opportunities. Moving to the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Zion Williamson brought the Pelicans within one after sinking a layup, 40-41. Now late Zion Williamson at the buzzer sunk a nicely made layup, 50-60. New Orleans shot 7 of 23 from the field and made 0 three's. Scored 10 points in the paint and secured 2 second chance buckets. Snagged 2 on the fast break and turned the ball over 3 times. The Pelicans for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field and failed to knockdown three's. They were terrible on the fast break and lacked on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. At least they maintained turnovers and dominated in the paint. Were effecient at the free throw line too. Defense struggled to stop mid range and three point tries. They got hammered in the paint and permitted fast break scores. Luckily for them they stopped second chance opportunities. The Pels were 4 for 16 behind the arc, scored 26 in the paint with 5 total turnovers and entered halftime trailing 50-60. Now with a little under 5 minutes left in the 3rd Zion Williamson got to the rim for contested layup, 61-75. Keep note the Pels before this made basket went six minutes without bucket. Few possesions later Jose Alvarado got to the rim a much needed layup, 68-79. At this time New Orleans shooting performance from the interior was consistent at times but inconsistent more often not. New Orleans in the 2nd shot 9 for 20 from the field and made 3 three's. Turned it over 6 times and acquired 12 paint points. Secured 4 second chance buckets and attached 9 on the fast break. Firstly, the Pelicans had issues getting shots to fall beyond three point territory. They were also horrible on the fast break and turnovers mounted. Now most of their points came inside the paint and on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding. Did tremendous at the free throw line too. Defense showed poor execution when defending mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Now they did takeaway three pointers by closing out effectively and slowed down second chance scoring. Denied the fast break as well. During the 4th quarter New Orleans tied this bout after Jose Alvarado tossed an alley oop pass to Williamson who hammered down a slam, 93-93. This would be Williamson's second made basket in a row. By the way New Orleans was on a 13-4 run due to the defense implementing stops and the offense capitalized in transition. At the end of this quarter Larry Nance Jr. with 8 seconds to go would bury a layup, 106-108. The Pels shot 46% from the field while sinking 2 three's and scored 24 paint points. Had 1 turmover and picked up 0 second chance buckets. Along with 10 coming on the fast break. New Orleans from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Capitalized on the fast break and kept turnovers to a minimum. More importantly they did great at the free throw line. Their real faults were poor three point shooting thanks to constant misses and showed frailness on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding. On defense they shutdown most of the mid range attempts and stopped three pointers by running LA off the line. They denied the paint by clogging lanes and restricted the fast break. Now they gave up second chance opportunities. New Orleans finished 9 for 30 behind the arc, had 62 paint points with 23 being on the fast break and dropped down to a 49-33 record.
Russell, Davis and James were combined for 64 points and it gave the Lakers to a 110-106 win over the Pelicans. LA will meet Denver in the 1st round of the NBA Playoffs and won 2 straight. In the 1st quarter Rui Hachimura dropped off a mid range jumper, 21-20. Later on D'Angelo Russell popped a fading mid range jumper, 23-27. Keep note before basket the Lakers had missed 7 straight shots. The Lakers through one shot 34% from the field with 5 three's made on 12 attempts and tallied 4 points in the paint. Turned it over once and went 3 for 4 at the charity stripe. Added 0 second chance buckets and gained 6 on the fast break. LA beyond three point territory shot the ball extremely well and dished out solid passes. They were effective on the fast break and executed at the free throw line. Kept turnovers low too. Now they had trouble knocking down mid range attempts and struggled in the paint. Were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Defensively, they couldn't limit mid range attempts and let three pointers fall. Got torched in the paint too. Luckily they denied second chance opportunities and stopped the fast break. Then in the 2nd quarter Los Angeles earned a 12-0 run after Prince laced a three point jumper, 35-36. Keep in mind this run was sparked by the defense making stops and it led to the offense capitalizing in transition. Toward the end of this quarter Prince dialed up a three and gave the Lakers a 7-0 run, 52-44. Once again this run was set up by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. LA shot 44% from the field with 5 three's added on 8 attempts and recorded 10 paint points. Gained 0 second chance buckets and 8 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up twice as well. The Lakers were effective behind the arc as buckets fell and they delivered solid passes. They did damage on the fast break and executed in the paint. Turnovers were held in check and capitalized at the free throw line. Now they continued their struggles on second chance opportunities off terrible rebounding. The defensive restricted mid range and and three point attempts. Shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Granite, they had door paint protection but that was about it. The Lakers were shooting 10 of 20 beyond three point territory, added 14 paint points with 14 coming on the fast break, gave the ball up 3 times and went into the half leading 60-50. We now turn our attention toward the 3rd quarter, where Austin Reaves drilled a finger roll layin and it forced the Pelicans to call a timeout, 66-53. Eventually, LA's lead extended after Austin Reaves under the rim off a LeBron James pass sunk a one handed layup, 71-55. LA shot 42% from the field and made 2 three pointers tallied. Gave the ball up twice and acquired 12 paint points. Secured 2 second chance buckets and snagged 4 on the fast break. second chance buckets and attached 9 on the fast break. Defense forced 3 steals as well. LA was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Turnovers were insufficient and they had trouble on the fast break. They also showed struggles on second chance opportunities due to frail rebounding. Defensively, they were unable to defend mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. They also allowed points on the fast break. Now they used some of their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers and eliminated second chance scoring. Going to the 4th quarter Reaves buried a finger roll layin, 93-89. At some point the Lakers add the final dagger after Anthony Davis sunk 2 clutch free throws, 110-106. LA shot 7 of 18 from the field with 2 three's acquired and scored 8 paint points. Lost control of the ball 3 times. Reeled in 6 second chance buckets and secured 1 on the fast break. Look, LA from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. Doesn't help either that they struggled on the fast break and couldn't execute in the paint. However, LA dominated second chance scoring due to quality rebounding and showed efficiency at the free throw line. Hardly turned it over too. Defensively, they got crushed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. They granted points on the fast break as well. Now they did takeaway second chance opportunities and down the stretch Los Angeles made key stops. LA ended 14 for 35 behind the arc, had 38 in the paint and moved up to a 47-35 record.
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Sunday April 14th, 2024: Pritchard's 38 points performance pushed the Celtics to a 132-122 win over the Wizards. Boston is standing 1st place in the Atlantic Division and won 2 straight. In quarter 1 Luke Kornet drained a mid range J and it gave Boston a 21-15 lead. Boston in one shot 48% from the field with 3 three's made on 9 tries and scored 20 paint points. Lost the ball once and went 5 for 7 from the charity stripe. Tallied 4 second chance buckets and got 11 on the fast break. Boston shot the ball extremely well from the field and created space with good ball movement. They did damage in the paint and executed on the fast break. Turnovers were rare and they did great at the free throw line. Too bad they slacked on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and struggled beyond three point territory. Defensively, they restricted mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers. They also limited second chance scoring. However, they punished in the paint and allowed fast break opportunities. Then during the 2nd quarter Sam Hauser would bury a three point J thus gaining a 45-41 advantage. Toward the end of this quarter Pritchard laced a mid range J, 63-59. Boston shot 59% from the field with 4 three's made on 10 tries and scored 12 paint points. Earned 0 second chance buckets and got 3 on the fast break. Also coughed the ball up 5 times. The Celtics got solid shots to fall from the field and generated space with good passes. They were doing a quality job at the free throw line and capitalized in the paint. Unfortunately, they showed struggles on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and slacked on the fast break. Turnovers mounted and couldn't get three pointers to drop. For the defense they had trouble stopping mid range attempts and got crushed in the paint. They also permitted second chance opportunities and couldn't limit fast breaks. Boston in just the first half had 32 paint points, 14 fast break scores, earned 14 points off the Wizards giveaways and entered halftime with 69-59 lead. Transitioning to the 3rd quarter Sam Hauser would deliver a three which extended the Celtics lead to ten, 74-64. Now the Celtics lead continued to grow after Luke Kornet dropped off a mid range jumper, 92-74. Boston shot 59% from the field with 6 three's tallied on 10 attempts and scored 12 points in the paint. Secured 6 second chance buckets and got 3 on the fast break. Boston got quality shots to fall from the field and three point territory. Including excellent ball movement and did tremendous at the free throw line. They were also effective on second chance opportunities due solid rebounding and maintained turnovers. More importantly they capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim. Too bad they unproductive on the fast break. Their defense couldn't limit mid range attempts and were unable to stop three pointers. They also got hammered in the paint. At least they denied second chance opportunities and stopped the fast break. Now to conclude this bout Pritchard dropped a mid range jumper, 130-118. The Celtics shot 57% from the field with 1 three acquired and scored 16 paint points. Gave the ball over 5 times and added 4 second chance buckets. Gained 6 on the fast break too. Boston shot lights out from the field as buckets were falling and they created speration with good passes. They effectively attacked the paint and did well on the fast break. Excellent at the free throw line too. It's just unfortunate that they turned it over and struggled behind the arc. They did struggle on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. Defensively, they couldn't stop mid range attempts and paint protection was poor. They also allowed fast break opportunities. Now Boston did takeaway three pointers by running Washington off the line and shutdown second chance scores. Boston went 16 of 32 behind the arc, score 24 fast break points, got 60 in the paint with 14 turnovers and moved up to a 64-18 record.
The Wizards during yesterday's outing got dropped 122-132 against the Celtics. Washington is sitting last place in the Southeast Division and lost 6 in a row. Now in the 1st quarter Deni Avdija with 3:02 to go hit a mid range jumper, 21-26. Later on Jared Butler buried a mid range jumper, 27-32. The Wizards through one shot 45% from the field while making 2 three's on 8 attempts and recorded 18 paint points. Earned 2 second chance buckets with 6 coming on the fast break. Turned it over 3 times and went 3 of 3 at the free throw line. Washington knocked down quality shots from the field off good ball rotation and dominated in the paint. Not to mention they did excellent on the fast break and capitalized at the free throw line. Now they were also insufficient second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and lacked three pointers. On the defensive side they had trouble defending mid range attempts and got thrashed on the fast break. They were also torched in the paint due to poor protection. Luckily they took away three pointers by forcing contested tries and shutdown second chance opportunities. Moving to the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Omouruyi off a Johnny Davis pass sunk a three pointer, 45-52. As this quarter was winding down Jared Butler nailed a contested layup, 59-61. The Wizards shot 45% from the field while lacing 3 three pointers and picked up 18 paint points. Turned it over 3 times and reeled in 7 second chance buckets. Got 6 on the fast break too. Washington spotted good shot selections from the field and executed great ball movement. They were much better on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding and executed on the fast break. They attacked the paint and kept turnovers low. Were solid at the free throw line too. Although, they lacked beyond three point territory thanks constant misses and struggled on the fast break. They were poor on second chance opportunities due in effective rebounding and couldn't bury a three. Defense had issues containing mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. With that being said.....Washington used some of their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to force turnovers and limited three pointers. Shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Washington shot a total 5 for 19 behind the arc, had 12 fast break points, gained 8 points off the Celtics turnovers and went into the half trailing 59-69. Approaching the midway point of the 3rd quarter Deni Avdija splashed three pointer but Washington still trailed, 64-71. Eventually, Kispert would sink a driving layin, 83-102. Washington shot 46% from the field while making 6 three pointers on 13 tries and picked up 10 paint points. Gave the ball up 3 times and scored 2 second chance buckets. Got 2 on the fast break as well. The Wizards made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. They kept turnovers minimized and did well at the charity stripe. The defense couldn't defend mid range and three point attempts. They were having trouble stopping second chance opportunities and got beat in the paint. Luckily they eliminated most fast break scores. Heading to the midway mark of the 4th quarter Bernard dialed up a three pointer, 109-124. The Wizards shot 47% from the field with 3 three's made and recorded 22 points in the paint. Turned it over twice and snagged 3 second chance buckets. Had 13 on the fast break as well. Defense e forced 5 steals. Washington from the field got effecient shots to drop and dished out good passes. They were great at the free throw line and executed on the fast break. Let's not forget they capitalized in the paint. Granite, they had issues from long distance and staggered on second chance opportunities due to terrible rebounding. Defensively, they used their quick hands which resulted in turnovers and slowed down second chance scoring. Here's the thing though.... Washington had issues knocking down three's thanks to consistent misses and struggled on second chance opportunities off horrible rebounding. Doesn't help either that they couldn't stop mid range attempts and gave up fast break points. Got creamed in the paint as well. Nonetheles, they eliminated most three's by closing off open lanes and stopped second chance scores. Washington ended their day 14 for 38 from deep, scored 68 paint points with 11 turnovers, had 27 fast break scores and fell off to a 15-66 record.
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INJURY UPDATE: Julius Randle is out for the year due to needing shoulder surgery. Now Randle's injury originally started 3 months ago but about 5 weeks later he re-injuried his shoulder on a non contact play. This team is truly gonna miss his ability to score. Doesn't matter if it's from the field and three point territory or driving the paint. Solid passer and rebounds well. Randle this season averaged 24 points per game, 9.2 in rebounds per game and 5.0 in assists.
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Thursday April 11th, 2024: DeRozan scored 37 points and it pushed the Bulls to a 127-105 win over the Pistons. Chicago ended their 2-Game losing streak and stands 9th place in the East. The Bulls in the 1st quarter took a three point to lead after Vucevic off a DeRozan pass drained a three, 24-21. Chicago shot the ball extremely well from the field and created space with good passes. They were dominate in the paint and executed on second chance opportunities off solid rebounding. Rare turnovers to go along. Unfortunately, they were insufficient behind the arc and couldn't capitalize on the fast break. Defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. However, they shutdown the paint by plugging lanes and limited second chance opportunities. Can't exclude their ability to limit the fast break and used some of their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. Then at the late stages of the 2nd quarter Vucevic with 1:01 left hit a mid range jumper, 62-55. Chicago from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. They were much better on the fast break and kept turnovers to a minimum. Remained effective in the paint as well. Now they had issues in second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and showed insufficiency beyond three point territory. Their defense still had problems defending mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. They were punished on the fast break too. Now they did takeaway three pointers and eliminated second chance opportunities. Don't forget they got some their hands in motion and used quality pressure to force turnovers. Chicago was 6 of 15 behind the arc, gave the ball up 6 times, scored 34 in the paint and entered halftime with a 64-55 lead. Transitioning to the 3rd quarter Coby White would bury three pointer thus going up 76-63. Toward the end of this quarter DeRozan would knock down a three point jumper, 83-68. The Bulls made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. No turnovers ethier. Chicago stayed productive on the fast break and got hot at the free throw line. Not to mention they got three pointers to fall. Defensively, they had their struggles defending mid range attempts and got beat in the paint yet they took away three pointers and shutdown second chance scoring. Stopped the fast break too. To conclude this game in the 4th Caruso buried a three, 117-93. Chicago from the field got effective shots to fall and created space with good passes. They did damage in the paint and executed on second chance opportunities off excellent rebounding. Rare turnovers too. Too bad they struggled behind the arc and slacked on the fast break. Their defense had their issues defending mid range attempts and took away second chance opportunities. Eliminated the fast break as well. Also used quick hands and solid pressure to cause Chicago finished 14 for 36 from deep, scored 58 in the paint, turned it over 8 times and moved up to a 38-42 record.
The Pistons got blown out 105-127 against the Bulls. Detroit lost 5 in a row and sit 15th place in the East. In quarter 1 Duren knocked down a beauty of a layup, 21-21. Detroit from both the field and three point territory got solid shots to fall off excellent ball movement. They were efficient at the free throw line too. Now turnovers mounted and they slacked in the paint. They also had issues on second chance opportunities due to in effective rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Defensively, they had trouble defending mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. Detroit allowed second chance opportunities as well. Although, they took away three pointers by forcing contested tries and stopped the fast break. Going to the 2nd quarter Sasser with 3:09 to go sunk a stepback three pointer and brought Detroit within five, 51-56. The Pistons off excellent ball movement got solid shots to drop from the field and attacked the paint. They were more effective on the fast break and executed at free throw line but coughed the ball up one too many times and struggled on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding. On defense they couldn't stop mid range attempts and got crushed in the paint. Got torched on the fast break as well. Now they restricted three pointers by running Chicago off the line and eliminated second chance opportunities. Detroit was 10 for 21 from deep, tallied 16 paint points, turned it over 12 times and went into the half trailing 55-64. Moving to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Jaden Ivey laced a three point J but trailed 66-76. The Pistons were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. They were excellent in the paint and capitalized at the free throw line. Turnovers weren't bad ethier. Now they had trouble behind the arc due to constant misses and slacked on the fast break. To make matters worse they couldn't execute on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding. The defense couldn't defend mid range and three point attempts. They got punished on the fast break and got torched in the paint. They took away second chance opportunities. So in the 4th quarter Boeheim sunk a three, 102-125. Pistons hit effective shots from the field off quality rebounding and capitalized in the paint. Now due to poor rebounding it led to a lack of second chance scoring and lacked on the fast break. Turnovers mounted too. Defense couldn't contain mid range attempts and got pounded in the paint. They permitted second chance scoring. Lucky they stopped the fast break and shutdown three's. Detroit ended 14 for 35 behind the arc, turned the ball over 20 times, had 42 paint points and fell to a 13-67 record.
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BREAKING: The Mavericks traded a 2024 1st round draft selection and Richaun Holmes to the Wizards for Daniel Gafford. So Gafford won't score a lot but when he does it's usually in the paint and rebounds effectively. Occasionally he'll find the open man with good passes. Keep note Gafford for the last seven seasons has scored 10 points or lower. Again most of money comes in the paint and by rebounding. Gafford this season is averaging 11.4 in points per game, 7.1 in rebounds per game and a 1.6 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Celtics sign Jrue Holiday to a 4 year $135 Million Dollar deal. So Jrue Holiday bring in Boston has brought two things. Number one he's brought his effective defense by contesting shots. He's added a few blocked shots and pick pocketed a couple steals. Then number two he's been an effecient scorer from the field and can dish out solid passes. Great rebounder too. Keep note his scoring has dipped a little but nothing to worry about. This year he's averaging 12.5 in points per game, 5.4 in rebounds per game and 4.9 in assists.
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Tuesday April 9th, 2024: The Kings blew a 20 point lead and it led to a 105-112 loss to the Thunder. Sacramento is standing 8th place in the Western Conference and fell to a 22-18 record on the road. In quarter 1 Keon Ellis drained a three point jumper, 26-20. Later on Fox with 31 secons left hit a mid range jumper, 31-25. The Kings were effective behind the arc as buckets fell and they dished out solid passes. They executed on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and capitalized on the fast break. Turnovers were low too. Now they slacked in the paint and struggled from the mid range area. Defensively, they got plowed in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter Keegan Murray delivered a three point J, 56-40. Toward the end of this quarter Ellis popped a three pointer, 64-44. Sacramento from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. They were effective beyond three point territory and turnovers were held in check. Now they were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and slacked on the fast break. Defensively, they shutdown mid range and three point attempts. Denied the paint and restricted the fast break. Now they permitted second chance scores. Switching to the 3rd quarter Fox would sink a driving layin, 87-79. The Kings had issues getting shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. They struggled on fast break chances. At least turnovers were low and they did solid damage in the paint. Were effecient at the charity stripe too. Defensively, they couldn't stop mid range attempts and got beat on the fast break. However, they would struggle to limit second chance opportunities and punished in the paint. Jumping to the 4th Fox off an Ellis pass laced a three pointer, 97-97. Look, the Kings from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. They showed insufficiency in the paint and were weak on the fast break. Now they dominated second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding and did solid at the free throw line. Turned the ball over too. Their defense couldn't limit mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. They gave up second chance scoring as well. Now they found ways to limit the fast break and denied three pointers. Sacramento finished 20 for 58 behind the arc, scored 21 second chance buckets with 12 coming on the fast break and dropped to a 45-34 record.
Shai Gilgeous Alexander scored 40 points and it lifted the Thunder to a 112-105 Victory, over the Kings. Oklahoma City is sitting 3rd place in the West and won 2 in a row. During the 1st quarter buried a fadeaway mid range J, 20-23. Few possesions later Shai Gilgeous Alexander sunk a stepback three pointer, 28-31. The Hornets were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dellivering out good passes. Dominated in the paint and kept turnovers low. Were effective at the free throw line and did damage in the paint. Too bad they lacked on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and struggled in the fast break. Defense restricted mid range attempts and limited the paint by closing off lanes. Now they got crushrd in second chance opportunities and couldn't stop the fast break. Poor three point protection too. Moving to quarter 2 Aaron Wiggins dropped off a contested layup, 38-51. Afterwards, Jalen Williams knocked in a mid range jumper, 44-61. The Thunder for the most part shot the ball poorly from the field and failed to knockdown three's. They were terrible on the fast break and did little to no damage in the paint. Now they capitalized on second chance opportunities off great rebounding and turnovers were a non factor. Defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and allowed three pointers. They were also torched in the paint as well. They did manage to takeaway second chance and fast break opportunities. Advancing to quarter 3 Dirt laced a mid range floater, 74-80. As the quarter was winding down Dort would bury a layup, 84-87. This 66-0 run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Oklahoma City from the field got quality looks to fall and moved the ball with good passes. They also knocked down three pointers and executed in the paint. Turnovers were non existent and executed at the free throw line. Did great on the fast break too. Unfortunately, they had their fair share of issues on second chance opportunities off inconsistent rebounding. Defense eliminated most of the Kings mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers by forcing contested tries. They also restricted fast break scoring. Now they gave up second chance opportunities. In the 4th quarter Oklahoma City took the lead after Wallace got a three to fall, 89-87. Now Thunder gained some control after Shai Gilgeous Alexander drove in a fading mid range Jumper, 108-105. Oklahoma City was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and did tremendous at the free throw line. Turnovers were insufficient and they capitalized on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding. Obviously they had problems behind the arc due to constant misses and they struggled on the fast break. Their defense turned away three pointers and shutdown mid range attempts. Also denied the fast break and restricted the paint. Not to mention they used their quick hands which resulted in turnovers. Here's the thing though.......they allowed second chance buckets. The Thunder went 11 of 30 beyond three point territory, scored 42 paint points, attached 13 fast break scores and moved up to a 55-25 record.
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Thursday April 4th, 2024: The Knicks rallied back for a 120-109 win against the Kings. New York is tied with the Magic for 5th place in the Eastern Conference and their 3-Game losing streak ended. During the 1st quarter Josh Hart off a Jalen Brunson pass sunk a contested layup, 17-25. The Knicks in one shot 8 of 20 from the field and scored 14 paint points with 3 giveaways. Scored 3 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. Went 3 for 5 at the charity stripe too. New York from the field couldn't get shots to fall and struggled behind the arc due consistent misses. They were terrible on second chance opportunities due to in effective rebounding and lacked on the fast break. Now they did well in the paint by constantly attacking and dished out some nice passes. Also turnovers were a non factor. Their defense had issues defending mid range and three point attempts. They got hammered in the paint and allowed fast break scores. Luckily they took away second chance opportunities and kept Sacramento off the free throw line. Moving to quarter 2 Brunson forced a steal off Sabonis and in transition he knocked down a two handed slam, 35-48. As the quarter was winding down Jalen Brunson from the baseline drilled a mid range jumper, 41-48. New York sparked a 16-2 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Knicks shot 46% from the field while lacing 4 three's on 9 attempts and planted 12 paint points. Earned 2 second chance scores and got 5 on the fast break. Turned the ball over 3 times. New York was knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. Dominated in the paint and kept turnovers low. Can't exclude their ability to get three pointers to drop. Were effective at the free throw line and did damage on the fast break. Now they slacked on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding. On the other end they couldn't limit mid range attempts and got pounded in the paint. Luckily they cooled off the three pointers by running Sacramento off the line and shutdown the fast break. Denied second chance opportunities too. New York was shooting a total 5 of 15 behind the arc, scored 26 in the paint and entered halftime trailing 52-60. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter DiVincenzo with 8:13 to go knocked down a three point J, 62-68. Now halfway through the Knicks forced a tie after DiVincenzo drilled a stepback three, 84-84. Few possesions later New York with 32 seconds left made three free throw in a row, 87-84. New York was on a 8-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense capitalized at the charity stripe. A few transition scores to tag along. The Knicks shot 50% from the field while making 5 three's on 10 tries and piled up 12 paint points. Earned 1 second chance bucket and got 12 on the fast break. Lost the ball twice. New York got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. They were dominate on the fast break and kept turnovers to minimum. Did damage in the paint too. Now their defense couldn't restrict mid range attempts and defending three's was tough. Also squashed second chance opportunities. Can't exclude their ability to limit the fast break and used some of their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. Going to the 4th quarter the Knicks gained a 13-0 run as Brunson knocked down a three pointer, 105-95. This run was set off by the defense making stops and the offense capitalized in transition. New York shot 55% from the field with 2 three pointers tallied and scored 22 paint points. Turned the ball over once. The Knicks were sinking quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also created separation with good passes and executed at the free throw line. Turnovers were a non factor as well. Now they struggled behind the arc thanks to consistent misses and had issues on the fast break. They were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. Defense limited three pointers by closing off lanes and denied the paint by plugging gaps. Took away the fast break too. They just made the necessary stops in crunch time. Now they couldn't stop second chance opportunities and struggled to limit mid range attempts. New York scored 60 in the paint, had 19 fast break scores, finished 12 of 28 behind the arc and moved up to a 45-31 record.
The Kings blew a 21 point lead and it led to a 109-120 loss to the Knicks. Sacramento's 2-Game win streak was snapped and they sit 8th place in the Western Conference. In the 1st quarter Keegan Murray drove the lane and dropped off a layup, 25-15. At this time the Kings were taking and making effecient shots. Toward the end of the quarter Davion Mitchell buried a three point jumper, 30-20. Sacramento through one shot 66% from the field while making 7 three's on 10 tries and tallied 10 points in the paint. Earned 4 second chance buckets with 6 coming on the fast break. Turned it over 3 times as well. The Kings from the field off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. They were effective at the free throw line and kept turnovers in check. Not to mention they got their three pointers to drop and capitalized on the fast break. Now they did struggle on the fast break and never got to the free throw line. Also had trouble executing on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Defensively, they limited mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers by closing out effectively. Sacramento also took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Unfortunately, they got pounded in the paint. Then halfway way into the 2nd quarter the Kings forced the Knicks into a timeout after De'Aaron Fox drained a three point jumper thus going up 46-25. It's a big lead but in today's age that can quickly evaporate. Eventually, the Kings extended their back to double to double digits after Murray laced a three pointer, 55-44. Sacramento shot 64% from the field with 2 three's made and scored 12 paint points. Lost the ball 4 times and recorded 3 second chance buckets. Added 0 on the fast break. The Kings were knocking down excellent shot selections from the field and used good ball movement. They kept turnovers low and dominated in the paint. Now they were still struggling at the free throw line and lacked second chance scoring off bad rebounding. Let's not forget they lacked three point shooting and the fast break was stopped. On the defensive end they had problems containing mid range attempts and permitted fast break scores. They had poor paint protection and couldn't stop three pointers. Although, they restricted second chance opportunities. The Kings were 9 for 17 beyond the arc, had 22 paint points, turned it over 7 times and went into the half with a 60-52 lead. Making our way to the 3rd quarter Murray answered back by sinking a three point jumper thus going up 71-62. Later Lyles would bury a three pointer to give the Kings an 84-76 lead. The Kings shot an overall 50% and scored 10 points in the paint. Snagged 4 second chance buckets and got 3 on the fast break. Gave the ball up 6 times. Sacramento put up effecient shots from the field and executed in the paint. They also spaced the floor with good passes. Did better at the free throw line and steuggled on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. Here's the thing.....they turned it over constantly and lacked on the fast break. Defense was having a rough time defending mid range and three point attempts. Also got beat down in the paint and gave up fast break scores. However, they did eliminate second chance opportunities. We now turn our attention toward the 4th quarter Murray let off a three pointer, 92-92. ??. The Kings shot 48% from the field with 4 three's made on 14 attempts and picked up 8 paint points. Gained 6 second chance buckets and got 3 on the fast break. Lost the ball 3 times too. Sacramento from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Also due to effective rebounding it led to easy second chance opportunities and kept turnivers low. Did solid at the free throw line. Defense had some trouble defending mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Shutdown second chance opportunities and slowed down the fast break. Restricted three pointers too. To be honest this defense down the strech couldn't make the critical stops. The Kings were 18 for 42 beyond the arc, scored 40 points in the paint, lost the ball 16 times and fell down to a 44-32 record.
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Monday March 25th, 2024: The Celtics blow a big lead and it led to a 118-120 loss to the Hawks. This ends the Boston's 9 game winning streak and they stand 1st place in the Atlantic Division. Now early in the 1st quarter Jayson Tatum buried a nicely made layup, 22-10. Toward the end of the quarter Brown got to the rim for beauty of a layup, 32-19. The Celtics shot 66% from the field with 5 made three's on 7 attempts and scored 18 paoints in the paint. Gained 5 second chance buckets and got 4 on the fast break. No turnovers and went 7 of 7 at the charity stripe. Defense forced 4 steals to go along. Boston from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Capitalized on second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding and kept turnovers to a minimum. Did excellent at the free throw line too. Now they did slack on the fast break. Defensively, Boston had trouble defending mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. They also used their quick hands which resulted in turnovers and shutdown three pointers by closing out aggressively. Took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Now they got punished in the paint. Then jumping to the 2nd quarter Al Horford off a Pritchard assist hammered down the slam, 55-28. Later on Horford from the corner on a second chance opportunity sunk a three, 68-40. The Celtics shot 55% from the field while lacing 5 three pointers on 16 attempts and snagged 10 points in the paint. Gave the ball over twice and scored 3 second chance buckets. Got 2 on the fast break. Boston got a lot of solid shots to fall from the field on excellent ball movement and dominated in the paint. They kept turnovers in check and and capitalized at the free throw line. Now they slacked beyond three point territory due to constant misses and struggled on the fast break. They also had trouble on second chance opportunities thanks to insufficient rebounding. Defensively, they took away mid range and three point attempts. Shutdown the fast break. However, they got plowed in the paint and permitted second chance scores. The Celtics were a total 10 for 23 behind the arc, went 10 of 12 at the free throw line with 28 points in the paint, scored 9 points off Atlanta giveaways went into halftime leading 74-56. Shifting to the 3rd quarter Prozingis delivered a pass to Tatum who buried a reverse layin, 84-75. ??. Boston shot 50% from the field and scored 18 paint points with 4 turnovers. Earned 4 second chance buckets and placed 6 on the fast break. Defense acquired 3 steals. The Celtics got shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and and executed in the paint as players cut to the rim. Turnovers were held to a minimum and they stayed effective at the free throw line. Were effecient on the fast break too. Yet they slacked on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and couldn't get three pointers to go in. They're defense had issues protecting mid range attempts and let three pointers fly. Gave up fast break points and got destroyed in the paint. Now they got some their hands in motion mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers and shutdown second chance opportunities. Then in the 4th quarter Brown with 4:48 left laced a mid range jumper, 109-107. Now late in the quarter Jayson Tatum with 1 second left hit a layup, 118-120. Boston shot 47% from the field with 1 three made and reeled in 10 paimt points. Coughed the ball up once and snagged 5 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. Firstly, let's get the positives out the way..... Boston knocked down quality shots from the field and kept turnovers contained. Also attacked the paint by cutting to the rim and did great at the free throw line. That includes quality damage on the fast break. Now the negatives were poor passing and Don't forget they missed critical shots in crunch time and if you ask me Boston is looking toward the playoffs. Defense couldn't limit mid range and three point attempts. Got plowed on second chance opportunities and paint protection was weak. Doesn't help ethier that they struggled to stop key baskets down the stretch. At least they eliminated the fast break. Boston finished 11 of 38 from long distance, scored 56 paint points, tallied 17 second chance buckets with 12 coming in the fast break and dropped down to a 57-15 record.
The Hawks rallied from a massive deficit to take a 120-118 win over the Celtics. Atlanta won 2 in a row and sit 10th place in the East. During quarter 1 De'Andre Hunter sunk a three pointer but Atlantal trailed, 10-18. Not a great shooting performance....plain and simple. The Hawks through one shot 47% from the field(9 of 19) while making 3 three's on 7 tries and tallied 12 points in the paint. Earned 0 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Turned it over 5 times and were 1 of 2 at the free throw line. Atlanta from the field couldn't get shots to fall and struggled behind the arc due consistent misses. Turnovers became a mess and they lacked on the fast break. Not to mention they struggled on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. All their points came in the paint. The defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. Got overpowered in the paint and allowed second chance scores. Luckily they shutdown the fast break. Moving to the 2nd quarter Bogdanovic drained a much needed three pointer, 31-55. Eventually, the Hawks started to make a little run after Clint Caoela ran the floor and threw down a two handed slam, 42-68. Atlanta shot 48% from the field with 4 three's made on 10 tries and recorded 18 paint points. Earned 8 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Lost the ball once and 2 for 4 at the free throw line. The Hawks were knocking down quality shots from the interior and genertaed speration by dishing out good passes. Attacked the paint and minimized turnovers. More importantly they executed in second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding. Too bad they performed poorly on the fast break and struggled beyond the arc. Their defense was unable to defend mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. With that being said, they shutdown three pointers by forcing contested tries and limited second chance scoring. Took away the fast break as well. The Hawks were 7 of 17 from long distance, scored 30 paint points, went 3 for 6 at the charity stripe and entered halftime facing a 56-74 deficit. Approaching the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter the Hawks cut Boston's 30 point lead down to three after a Murray three pointer, 75-78. ??. The Hawks shot 52% from the field while going 6 of 12 behind the arc and secured 10 points in the paint. Scored 4 second chance buckets and got 8 on the fast break. Turned it over 5 times. Atlanta got quality shots to drop from both the field and three point territory. Also capitalized on the fast break and created space with good passes. Did heavy damage in the post and executed at the free throw line. Unfortunately, they lacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and turnovers mounted. For the defense they had trouble limiting mid range attempts and got crushed in the paint. Allowed points on the fast break as well. Now they shutdown three pointers by running Boston off the line and restricted second chance opportunities. Heading to the 4th quarter the Hawks would take their first lead after Matthews hit a critical three, 97-96 with 10:39 to go. To ultimately De'Andre Hunter delivered a clutch three pointer to give the Hawks a huge four point lead, 120-116 with 10 seconds remaining. The Hawks shot an overall 50% and scored 10 points in the paint. Gained 2 turnovers and tallied 8 second chance buckets. Attached 3 on the fast break too. Atlanta shot the ball extremely well weather it came from the field or three point territory and dominated in the paint. Excellent ball movement and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding. Rare turnovers and executed at the free throw line. Although, they struggled on the fast break. First and foremost the the defense restricted three pointers. To be honest it's simple they made necessary stops down the strech. Nonetheless, they had problems defending mid range attempts and paint protection was poor. Gave up second chance opportunities and permitted points on the fast break. The Hawks ended 18 for 36 behind the arc, turned it over 13 total times, added 50 paint points with 18 second chance buckets and improved to a 32-39 record.
Sunday March 17th, 2024: The Suns late rally was cut short and they suffered a 129-140 loss to the Bucks. Phoenix got denied of back to back wins and dropped down to that play in spot. Keep note their sitting 6th in the West. In the 1st quarter Devin Booker drained a nice mid range jumper, 20-16. Toward the end of this quarter Devin Booker with 1:25 to go buried a mid range jumper, 34-34. Phoenix in one shot 53% from the field with 3 three's made on 10 attempts and tallied 16 paint points. Lost the ball twice and recorded 3 second chance buckets. Got 2 on the fast break and went 5 of 5 at the free throw line. The Suns were sinking quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also created separation with good passes and kept turnovers in check. Did great at the charity stripe as well. Here's the thing though.....they still lacked three point shooting and second chance opportunities were poor. Fast break scores were shutdown as well. The defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. Luckily they shutdown the paint by clogging open lanes and stopped the fast break. Restricted second chance scoring too. Moving the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Devin Booker sunk a tough mid range jumper, 51-63. Afterwards, Booker late would sink a mid range jumper, 58-77. The Suns capped off quarter 2 shooting 53% while lacing 0 three's and picked up 10 paint points. Lost the ball 5 times and gained 0 second chance buckets. Earned 3 on the fast break. Phoenix from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Lacked on the fast break and struggled on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding. Turnovers lao mounted. At least they executed in the paint as players attacked the rim and did well at the free throw line. Defensively, they couldn't contain mid range and three point attempts. They also permitted second chance scoring. Now they did limit the fast break and took away the paint by clogging lanes. The Suns were 3 of 14 from deep, had 5 on the fast break, acquired 28 points in the paint and went into half facing a 60-82 deficit. Approaching the 3rd quarter Grayson Allen off a Durant assist dropped a three pointer but trialed 75-93. The Suns were shooting 57% from the field with 6 three pointers made and tallied 14 in the paint. Earned 0 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. The Suns from the field were getting quality shots to fall off excellent ball movement and did damage in the paint. Don't forget they also got three pointers to drop and kept at a minimum. Too bad they got stopped on the fast break and slacked on second chance opportunities due in effective rebounding. Turnovers were a non factor and they capitalized at the charity stripe. For the defense they restricted mid range attempts and took away three pointers by effectively closing out. Can't exclude their ability to limit second chance opportunities and used quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. So in the 4th quarter Bradley Beal would knockdown a three pointer and it brought Phoenix within 8, 120-128. The Suns shot 57% from the field and made 5 three's on 10 tries. First and foremost Phoenix knocked down solid shots from the field. That includes great ball rotation and did heavy damage in the paint. Turnovers were rare and capitalized at the free throw line. Too bad they showed poor executing beyond three point territory. For the defense they denied second chance opportunities and shutdown the paint by plugging lanes. The Suns ended their day 14 of 33 beyond the arc, tallied 58 in the paint, turned it over 12 times and dropped down to a 39+28 record.
Portis, Lillard and Middleton were combined for 84 points as it led the Bucks to a 140-129 win over the Suns. Milwaukee won 2 straight games and they sit 2nd place in the East. During quarter 1 Jae Crowder in transition sunk a three pointer, 21-20 with over 5 minutes to go. Later on Jae Crowder from the baseline hit a mid range floater, 27-24. The Bucks shit 65% from the field with 7 three pointers recorded and scored 8 in the paint. Lost the ball once while adding 2 second chance points and got 2 on the fast break. Milwaukee got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Excellent ball movement and kept turnover low. Unfortunately, they struggled on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and slacked on the fast break. More importantly they couldn't get going in the paint. Now on defense they trouble defending mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. Now they did take away second chance and fast break opportunities. Also shutdown three pointers by forcing contested tries. Heading to the 2nd quarter A.J. Green off a Middleton pass would bury a three pointer, 52-44. Now in the late stages of this quarter Bobby Portis drained a three point jumper thus going up 61-49. This would be back to back three's for Milwaukee. The Bucks shot 59% from the field while making 11 three pointers and scored 4 points in the paint. Turned it over twice and tallied 7 second chance baskets. Earned 3 on the fast break. Defense reeled in 5 steals. The Bucks from the field and three point territory got effective shots to fall. Created space by using excellent ball movement and capitalized on second chance opportunities off good rebounding. Rarely turned it overToo bad they were struggling in the paint and were insufficient on the fast break. Defensively, they had their fair share of issues protecting the paint. Although, they shutdown three pointers by running the Suns off the line and stopped the fast break. Restricted second chance opportunities and used their quick hands which resulted in turnovers. Not to mention they limited mid range tries. Milwaukee wemt 18 of 27 behind the arc, scored 9 second chance points, had 12 total in the paint and entered halftime with a massive 82-60 lead. Shifting the midway point of the 3rd quarter Lillard would hit a finger roll layin, 99-87. Milwaukee made 9 shots from the field on 23 attempts and secured 1 three. Turned it over 5 times while scoring 4 second chance points and got 5 on the fast break. Scored 10 in the paint. The Bucks took a a little dip in this quarter. They were were struggling to make mid range attempts and moved the ball poorly. Also had a rough time knocking down three due to constant misses and turned it over consistently. More importantly they poor on second chance opportunities thanks to insufficient rebounding. They did well on the fast break and executed in the paint. The defense failed to defend mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. They let three pointers fly too. Luckily they stopped second chance and fast break opportunities. We now turn our attention toward the 4th quarter, where Chris Middleton drained a fading mid range jumper, 122-110. In conclusion, Damian Lillard got a critical three to fall, 134-120. The Bucks were shooting 52% from the field while making 5 three pointers on 6 attempts and scored 8 paint points. Earned 0 second chance buckets and attached 3 on the fast break. Turned it over 0 times too. Milwaukee made a lot of quality shots whether it came from the field or three point territory. Don't forget they kept turnovers minimized. They did struggle on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and were sluggish on the fast break. Hardly generated points in the paint too. Defensively, they had issues defending mid range and got trounced in the paint due to poor protection. The Bucks found way to eliminate second chance opportunities and slowdown the fast break. Took away three pointers too. The Bucks finished 24 for 40 behind the arc, had 30 points in the paint, snagged 14 on the fast break and moved up to a 43-23 record.
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Friday March 15th, 2024: The Hornets against the Suns got blown out 96-107. Charlotte losses their 50th game of the season and sit 13th place in the Eastern Conference. So in the 1st quarter Pokusevski would bury a tough layup, 22-23. Moments later, Grant Williams at the buzzer hit a reverse layin, 26-28. Charlotte in one shot 41% from the field with 2 three's made and scored 14 in the paint. Turned it over ince and tallied 2 second chance buckets. Got 2 on the fast break and went 4 for 5 at the free throw line. The Hornets were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. Dominated in the paint and kept turnovers low. Were effective at the free throw line as well. Too bad they struggled behind the arc thanks to constant misses and lacked on the fast break. Had trouble on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Defense defended three pointers by forcing contested tries but they got hammered in the paint. They did takeaway second chance opportunities and stopped the fast break. Then in the 2nd quarter Micic got the rim for nicley made layup, 40-48. Charlotte shot an overall 30% and scored 16 in the paint with 2 turnovers. Earned 2 second chance buckets and got 4 on the fast break. Getting buckets to fall was an absolute struggle......it didn't matter if it was from the field or three point territory. Poor ball movement too. Not to mention they had problems on second chance opportunities thanks in effective rebounding and couldn't capitalize on the fast break. Now they gained most of their points when scoring in the paint. On the defensive side they had trouble defending mid range attempts and got thrashed in the paint. At least they shutdown three pointers because they ran Phoenix off the line and took away the fast break. Eliminated second chance opportunities too. The Hornets were 2 for 22 behind the arc, had 30 paint points, went 7 of 11 at the free throw line and walked into halftime trailing 45-54. Shifting to the 3rd quarter Bridges knocked down a contested layup but Charlotte trailed 54-67. Now in the ewidot minutes of this quarter Grant Williams would drain a corner three pointer, 65-78. Charlotte shot an overall 30% and picked up 6 paint points. Lost the ball once and gained 0 second chance buckets. Snagged 0 on the fast break too. Look, the Hornets from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. They were poor on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and slacked on the fast break. They also struggled in the paint. Luckily turnovers were low and did well at the free throw line. The defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. They couldn't stop second chance opportunities ethier. Now they did manage to slowdown the fast break. Moving to the 4th quarter Charlotte got within ten after Brandon Miller buried a stepback three pointer, 87-97. The Hornets shot 36% from the field with 2 three pointers made and secured 12 points in the paint. Earned 6 on the fast break. Charlotte had issues getting shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. With that being said.....the Hornets executed in the paint and capitalized on the fast break. Crashed the offensive board which led to easy second chance opportunities. Their defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. Nonetheless, they took away three point shooting and denied second chance opportunities. Stopped the fast break too. Charlotte finisher 6 of 37 behind the arc, scored 46 points in the paint, added 16 in the fast break and went down to a 17-50 record.
Booker scored 21 points with Nurkic adding 21 rebounds and it lifted the Suns to a 107-96 win over the Hornets. Phoenix wins the regular season series against Charlotte and sits 7th place in the West. In the 1st quarter Eric Gordon buried a corner three pointer, 21-19. Couple possessions later Gordon once again drowned a three pointer, 28-24. The Suns through one shot 47% from the field while making 3 three's on 9 attempts and recorded 14 in the paint. Scored 4 second chance points and got 2 on the fast break. Went 5 for 8 at the charity stripe too. Phoenix from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Turnovers were a non factor and capitalzied at the free throw line. Too bad they slacked on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and were insufficient on the fast break. Defense had some issues defending mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. More importantly they restricted three pointers by closing out effectively. During the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Kevin Durant from the baseline sunk a mid range jumper, 39-32. This would be back to back baskets for Phoenix. Now the Suns extended their lead late after Grant Williams hammered down a slam, 51-42. The Suns shot 45% from the field while making 3 three's and acquired 10 paint points. Scored 3 second chance baskets and gained 4 on the fast break. Lost the ball twice too. The Suns were knocking down excellent shot selections from the field and used good ball movement. Turnovers were non existent too. Now they continued their struggles on the fast break and couldn't execute on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding. They slacked beyond three point territory as well. For the defense they limited mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers. They also shutdown second chance opportunities and slowed down the fast break. The Suns took away three pointers by forcing contested attempts. However, they had trouble protecting the paint. The Suns were 6 of 20 from deep, had 24 points in the paint, scored 7 second chance buckets and went into the half leading 54-45. Eventually, during the midway point of the 3rd quarter Kevin Durant on a wide open look laced a three pointer, 67-52. This was Durtant's first three of the game and the 7th one overall. The Suns would extend their lead late after Eric Gordon drilled a three point jumper, 75-58. Phoenix shot 50% from the field while going 4 of 9 behind the arc and scored 10 points in the paint. Turned it over 3 times and added 5 second chance buckets. The Suns were sinking quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also created separation with good passes and got their three pointers to drop. Due to crashing the offensive board it led to easy second chance opportunities. Kept turnovers to a minimum as well. Unfortunately, they showed were insufficient on the fast break. For the defense they limited second chance opportunities and denied the fast break. They also shutdown the paint by clogging open lanes. To favor Phoenix even more....they a tremendous job defending mid mid range and three point attempts. In the 4th quarter the Suns gave themselves a little more breathing room after Bradley Beal hit a mid range jumper, 101-87. Phoenix shot 46% from the field with 1 three made and tallied 10 in the paint. turned the ball over once and posted 2 second chance buckets. Scored 0 on the fast break. The Suns were getting quality shots to go and generated space with excellent ball movement. Did damage in the paint and kept turnovers minimized. So they struggled beyond three point territory and slacked on the fast break. Defensively, the Suns limited mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers. Although, they didnt protect the paint and permitted points on the fast break. Couldn't stop second chance opportunities. The Suns went 11 for 38 from deep, tallied 44 in the paint, turned it over 10 times and improved to a 39-28 record.
INJURY UPDATE: Karl Anthony Towns will miss 4 weeks of action with a meniscus tear. Karl Anthony Towns will need surgery. Man, this could seriously hurt the Timberwolves moving forward.....especially with the Playoffs looking closer and closer. Karl Anthony Towns this season is averaging 22.1 in points per game, 3.0 in assists and 8.4 in rebounding.
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Wednesday March 13th, 2024: Cam Thomas dropped 21 but it wasn't enough and the Nets lose 106-114 to the Magic. Brooklyn is standing 11th place in the Eastern Conference and have a 10.2% chance of making the playoffs. Dennis Schroder in quarter 1 sunk a pull-up mid range J, 10-19. Look, the Nets from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. They were poor on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and slacked on the fast break. They also struggled in the paint. The defense failed to defend mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. Were struggling to limit three's and couldn't restrict the fast break. They slid stop second chance opportunities though. During the 2nd quarter Schroder knocked down a finger roll layin, 36-49. Afterwards, Dennis Smith Jr with 1:16 left hit a three point jumper, 49-59. Brooklyn from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Did well on the fast break and kept turnovers low. Too bad they struggled from deep due to constant misses and slacked on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Defense had issues defending mid range attempts and got squashed in the paint. At least they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Used their quick hands to cause turnovers and shutdown three pointers by forcing contested tries. Brooklyn shot 4 of 16 from deep, scored 22 in the paint, had 3 turnovers and entered halftime trailing 54-61. In the 3rd quarter Bridges got a fading mid range jumper to go in, 56-65. Brooklyn knocked down quality shots from the field off good ball movement and did heavy damage in the paint. Now they turned it over way too much and lacked on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding. Struggled on the fast break too. Defense showed poor execution defending mid range tries and got crushed in the paint. They couldn't stop the fast break ethier. Heading to the midway point of the 4th quarter Bridges would bury a Watford with 1:08 to go drilled a fading mid range jumper, 104-114. Brooklyn got solid shots to fall fronlm.the field off excellent ball movement and and held turnovers low. Capitalized on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding. They did manage to struggle on the fast break and were slacking beyond three point territory. Defense had problems defendomg mid range attempts and executed at the free throw line. Took away second chance and fast break tries. Limited three pointers as well. Brooklyn ended 7 for 26 behind the arc, tallied 46 paint points while turning it over 13 times, added 16 second chance buckets and dropped off to a 26-40 record.
Banchero's 21 points led the Magic to a 114-106 win over the Nets. Orlando is currently ten games above 500 and sit 5th place in the East. In the 1st quarter Suggs dropped off a three point jumper, 19-8. Later on Banchero would drive the rim for contested layup thus going up 29-13. Orlando was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. Sent traffic in the paint by constantly attacking and succeeded on the fast break. They also got three pointers to go in. Now they struggled on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. For the defense they limited mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers. Shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Restricted the paint by clogging holes. Then in the 2nd quarter Orlando's lead extended after Franz Wagner hammered down a slam, 49-34. To add on to their lead Banchero drained a mid range jumper, 51-38. Brooklyn got shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and and executed in the paint as players cut to the rim. Now they turned it over and had trouble behind the arc due to baksets not falling and they had weren't effective on second chance opportunities thanks to poor rebounding. Lacked on the fast break and turnovers mounted. Defense limited three pointers by running them off the line and shutdown second chance opportunities. Now they got beat in the fast break and were torched in the paint. Orlando was 8 for 14 behind the arc, lost the ball 8 times, tallied 28 in the paint and went into the half leading 61-54. Shifting to the 3rd quarter Banchero out the Magic up by ten after sinking a nicley made layup, 69-59. The Magic shot ball extremely well from the field and delivered good passes. Did damage in the paint and capitalized on the fast break. Rarely lost the ball too. They slacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and struggled beyond the arc. Defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. They restricted second chance opportunities and slowed down the fast break. They also used their quick hands mixed in with solid defensive pressure to force turnovers. To conclude this bout in the 4th quarter Jalen Suggs with 3:04 to go off a Banchero pass drained a three pointer, 112-98. Orlando from the field knocked down effective shots and created speration with good passes. Kept turnovers in check. Now they showed issues capitalizing on second chance opportunities due to in effective rebounding and couldn't execute on the fast break. Had trouble making three's thanks to consistent misses and lacked in the paint. Look, the Magic down the stretch did well at the free throw line and made critical baskets. Defense eliminated three pointers by closing out effectively and stopped the fast break. However, they punished in the paint and showed trouble defending mid range attempts. Orlando ended 14 of 32 beyond three point territory, scored 38 in the paint, tallied 13 second fast break points with 12 turnovers and improved to a 38-28 record.
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Thursday March 7th, 2024: The Heat went down 108-114 to the Mavericks. Miami is sitting 6th in the East and were denied back to back wins. In quarter 1 Bam Adebayo sunk a two hammeed two handed slam, 23-9. Later on Jacques drained three pointer, 26-14. The Heat through one shot 71% from the field while making 6 three pointers on 7 attempts and tallied 18 in the paint. Snagged 0 second chance points and got 6 on the fast break. Went 0 for 2 at the free throw line. Miami got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Turnovers were non factor and used the screen to create space. Not to mention they collapsed the defense with good ball movement and executed in the paint. They slacked in second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and were poor at the free throw line. For the defense they had trouble defending mid range attempts and got crunched in the paint. They allowed points in the fast break but shutdown second chance scoring. Then in the 2nd quarter Rozier delivered a nice pass to Jacques who drained a mid range floater, 50-44. Towards the end of the quarter Robinson would bury a three pointer, 55-50. The Heat shot 52% from the field while going 4 for 14 behind the arc and scored 6 points in the paint. Lost the ball 4 times and reeled in 2 second chance points. Got 2 on the fast break as well. Miami from the field got quality looks to fall and moved the ball with good passes. Continued to use the screen to generate space and turnovers were non existent. Now the Heat were struggling to execute in the paint and their three's weren't dropping due to constant misses. They were also lacking on second chance opportunities thanks to poor rebounding and their fast break was stopped. On defense they took away three pointers by forcing contested attempts and slowdown the fast break. Unfortunately, they couldn't defend mid range tries and got beat on second chance opportunities. Miami scored 24 in the paint, turned it over 7 total times, gained 8 on the fast break and entered halftime leading 58-54. Heading to the 3rd quarter the Heat forced a tie after Duncan Robinson hit a finger roll layin, 65-65. The Heat shot 50% from the field with 2 giveaways and scored 12 in the paint. Went 4 for 9 behind the arc and acquired 0 second chance buckets. Got 0 on the fast break. The Heat were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. They were also effective beyond the arc and dominated in the paint. Turnovers were rare too. Now they were sluggish on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding and couldn't execute on the fast break. The defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. They couldn't protect the paint and got beat on the fast break. Stopping second chance scores was also tough to do. We now turn our attention toward the 3rd quarter, where the Mavs gained a 9-0 run as Caleb Martin laced a contested layup, 97-95. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Now with 2:12 to go Terry Rozier would bury a step back three pointer, 104-106. Miami shot 48% from the field with 3 three's made and scored 6 points in the paint. Earned 3 second chance buckets while gaining 4 on the fast break and turned it over once. The Heat knockdown solid shots from the field and got space by dishing out good passes. Rare turnovers to go along and did well at the charity stripe. It's too bad that they struggled behind the arc due to consistent misses and couldn't execute in the paint. Defensively, their problems were limiting mid range and three point attempts. Outside of all that, they restricted second chance opportunities and fast break opportunities. The Heat also found ways to takeaway the paint because they closed off every lane. Miami accumulated 40 points in the paint, tuned the ball over 10 total times, gained 12 on the fast break and stumbled to a 35-27 record.
Luka Doncic notched a triple double and it sent the Mavericks to a 114-108 Victory, over the Heat. Dallas is standing 8th in the West and moved to a 19-15 record at home. During the 1st quarter Tim Harawary Jr drilled a wide open three pointer, 17-31. Dallas shot 54% from the field with 4 three's on 12 tries and scored 12 in the paint. Lost the ball 3 times and scored 0 second chance points. Gained 5 on the fast break. The Mavericks were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. Dominated in the paint and kept turnovers low. Did well on the fast break too. Now they lacked on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding. The defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. They got hammered in the paint and permitted points in the fast break. They stopped second chance scores. Moving to the 2nd quarter Exum would bring Dallas within five after hitting a three pointer, 40-45. Eventually, Irving late would sink a three pointer with 36 seconds left, 54-57. Dallas shot 44% from the field with 2 three's made and scored 8 in the paint. Earned 6 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. Turned the ball over 3 times too. The Mavericks were sinking quality shots from the field and created separation with good passes. They capitalized on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding and turnovers were a non factor. Too bad Dallas slacked on the fast break and they struggled beyond three point territory. They definitely had issues executing in the paint. Dallas showed struggles defending mid range attempts and they restricted three pointers by closing out effectively. Eliminated second chance and fast break opportunities. Also, shutdown the paint by clogging open lanes. Mavs scored 20 in the paint with 7 giveaways, recorded 9 fast break points, were 6 of 19 from deep and went into the half trailing 54-58. Shifting to quarter 3 Luka Doncic with 9:39 left sunk a finger roll layin, 60-65. Now the Mavs late took their first lead after Kyrie Irving from the baseline buried a fading mid range jumper, 69-68. The Mavs shot 47% from the field while lacing 6 three pointers on 13 tries and picked up 12 in the paint. Coughed the ball up 0 times and snagged 8 second chance points. Secured 8 on the fast break. Dallas got shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and and executed in the paint as players cut to the rim. Mavs were effective behind the arc and turnovers were held to a minimum. Don't forget they capitalized on second chance opportunities due to effecient rebounding and dominated in the fast break. Dallas showed struggles defending mid range attempts and got crunched in the paint. They also let three pointers fly. Luckily they were able to limit second chance opportunities and shutdown the fast break. Approaching the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Luka Doncic would sink a turning mid range jumper, 98-97. Few possesions later Exum put Dallas in front after sinking a three pointer, 103-101 with 3:15 to go. Dallas shot 46% from the field while making 4 three's on 9 attempts and acquired 6 in the paint. Turned it over 3 times and tallied 2 second chance buckets with 1 coming on the fast break. Dallas from the field shot the ball effeciently off solid passes and couldn't miss beyond the arc. They did well at the free throw line and turnovers were minimized. They did struggle on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and the fast break was no where to be found. For the defense they showed issues defending mid range attempts but they eliminated points in the paint by plugging lanes and stopped the fast break. Shutdown three pointers by running Miami off the line. Dallas finished 16 for 41 from long distance, scored 18 points in the fast break, secured 16 second chance buckets and moved up to a 35-28 record.
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Tuesday March 5th, 2024: The Celtics lose a big lead as they suffered a 104-105 loss to the Cavaliers. Boston is 9-1 in ten games and dropped down to a 33-7 record when facing the East. Halfway through the 1st quarter Sam Hauser drained a three point jumper, 23-15. Few plays later Kristaps Porzingis buried a three point J of his own, 28-17. Boston in one shot 42% from the field while making 7 three's on 14 attempts and tallied 8 in the paint. Snagged 4 second chance points with 3 coming on the fast break. Lost the ball 3 times and went 4 for 4 at the free throw line. Boston got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Moved the ball with excellent passes. Turnovers were low and they executed at the free throw line. Unfortunately, they slacked on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding and couldn't get going on the fast break. Were poor in the paint as well. Defensively, they restricted mid range attempts and eliminated three pointers. They took away the paint by plugging lanes and shutdown the fast break. Too bad they allowed second chance buckets. In the 2nd quarter Boston pushed their lead to ten after Jayson Tatum sunk a three pointer, 41-31. Then Porzingis with over 2 minutes hit a fading mid range jumper, 50-38. The Celtics shot 41% from the field with 3 three pointers made and scored 12 of their 20 total points in the paint. Turned it over 3 times and tallied 2 second chance buckets. Gained 3 on the fast break. Boston from the field off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. Rare turnovers too. Now they lacked on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and struggled on the fast break. They stayed insufficient in the paint because they aren't attacking like they should be and three's weren't dropping. Now on the defensive side they limited mid range attempts and fended off three pointers by closing out effectively. Eliminated second chance and fast break tries as well.Boston scored 6 second chance points, got 20 in the paint and entered halftime leading 55-45. Shifting to the midway point of the 3rd quarter Jaylen Brown dropped off a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 73-67. Eventually, Boston extended their lead to 12 after Al Horford got a corner three to drop, 79-67. Celtics were on an 8-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Boston shot 46% from the field whike going 5 of 7 behind the arc and scored 12 in the paint. Picked up 2 second chance and fast break points. Turned it over 5 times. Boston got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Did damage in the paint and delivered solid passes. It's just unfortunate that they lacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and couldn't execute on the fast break. Turnovers would mount too. Defensively, they limited mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers by forcing contested tries. Took away second chance scoring but got beat on the fast break and couldn't protect the paint. Now during quarter 4 Kristaps Porzingis rifled in a mid range jumper, 99-94. Thereafter, Jrue Holiday off a Porzingis pass dropped a layup, 101-103 with 1:39 left. Boston simply shot the ball poorly from both the field and three point territory. Poor ball movement as well. They also struggled on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and were stopped on the fast break. Turnovers were a non factor and they did great in the paint. Boston went 15 for 38 behind the arc, earned 12 second chance buckets while gaining 48 in the paint, gave up the ball 13 times and dropped down to a 48-13 record.
Wade scored 20 points and the Cavaliers rally past the Celtics for a 105-104 Victory. Cleveland is 5-5 through ten games and sit 3rd place in the East. In the 1st quarter Jarrett Allen hammered down a two handed slam and got a plus 1 after the foul, 12-20. Later on George Niang drilled a three point jumper, 20-28. Cleveland shot an overall 30% and scored 8 points in the paint. Gained 10 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. Turned the ball over once and went 1 for 1 at the free throw line. Getting buckets to fall was an absolute struggle......it didn't matter if it was from the field or three point territory. They were terrible inside the paint and couldn't execute on the fast break. Luckily turnovers were in check and they executed on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding. Were effecient at the charity stripe. The defense couldn't defend mid range and three point attempts. At least they shutdown the paint by plugging gaps and restricted the fast break. Eliminated second chance opportunities as well. Going to the 2nd quarter Caris LeVert with 2:53 left buried a three point jumper, 38-48. Few offensive plays later Garland with 33 ticks to go sunk a fading mid range jumper, 41-53. The Cavs were shooting an overall 30% and recorded 4 points in the paint. Reeled in 2 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Cleveland from the interior had trouble knocking down shots and struggled on the fast break. They slacked on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and were grounded in the paint. At least giveaways were a non factor and they capitalized at the free throw line. Defensively, they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Shutdown the paint by plugging open lanes and slowedown three pointers. Unfortunately, they got plowed in the paint. The Cavs gained 12 second chance points with 12 coming in the paint, lost the ball twice and went into the half trailing 45-55. In the 3rd quarter Jarrett Allen off a LeVert pass hammered down a slam, 67-71. The Cavs shot an overall 30% and reeled in 14 in the paint. Scored 0 second chance buckets and got 5 on the fast break. Defense forced 5 steals as well. Look, the Cavaliers from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. They couldn't get going on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Luckily they capitalized on second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding and kept turnovers low. Did heavy damage in the paint. Defensively, they used their quick hands which resulted into turnovers and took away second chance scoring. Shutdown the fast break too. Now they had trouble defending mid range and three point attempts. Also got hammered in the paint. Approaching the 4th quarter George Niang sunk a three pointer, 91-97. The Cavs were on a 16-2 run due to the defense making stops and it allowed the offense to capitalize in transition. Then during the late stages Cleveland came within three after Dean Wade got a three pointer to fall, 94-94. At some point Cleveland would take the lead after Niang hit a three pointer, 102-99. This 8-0 run was sparked off quick defensive stops and scored easily in transition. In conclusion, Dean Wade flew oit of the air to secure a rebound and hammered down a two handed slam, 105-104. Cleveland shot the ball extremely well from the field and got three pointers to go in. Excellent ball rotation too. They attacked the paint and kept turnovers low. They slacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Defense limited mid range and three point attempts. Denied second chance and fast break opportunities. Cleveland finished 20 of 42 from beyond the arc, tallied 14 second chance points with 7 coming on the fast break, turned it over 8 times and bounced up to a 40-21 record.
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Monday March 4th, 2024: Luke Kennard dropped 25 points and it led the Grizzlies to a 106-102 Victory, over the Nets. Memphis is 20 games beneath 500 and moved up to a 14-17 record on the road. In the 1st quarter Matt Hurt drained a three pointer, 26-29. A few possessions later Konchar buried a three pointer of his own, 29-31. The Grizzlies through one shot an overall 50% and scored 6 in the paint with 4 turnovers. Tallied 2 second chance buckets and got 3 on the fast break. Were 2 for 2 at the free throw line. Memphis shot the ball extremely well weather it came from the field or long distance and and kept turnovers minimized. Created space with good ball movement. Unfortunately, the Grizzlies slacked on the fast break and were stopped in the paint. Couldn't capitalize on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding. Defense had troubke defendimg mid range and three point attempts. Also they were unable to limit second chance opportunities. Luckily they shutdown the fast break and stuffed the paint by clogging lanes. Heading to the 2nd quarter Trey Jensen would give Memphis a three point lead after hitting a layup with 7:19 left, 40-37. Eventually, the Grizzlies extended their lead thanks to Lance Stevens lacing a three thus going up 51-47. The Grizzlies shot 50% from the field while making 2 three pointers and scored 12 of their 18 total points in the paint. Lost the ball 3 times as well. Memphis from the field shot the ball effeciently off solid passes and capitalized in the paint. They capitalized on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and turnovers were minimized. Now they did struggle on the fast break and three pointers weren't dropping. Defensively, they had issues defending mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. Luckily they stopped second chance and fast break opportunities. More importantly they eliminated three pointers by forcing contested tries. Memphis went 8 of 19 behind the arc, lost the ball 7 times, gained 10 second chance points with 20 coming in the paint and went into the half leading 53-52. During the 3rd quarter Luke Kennard off an Aldama pass buried a tough layup, 60-56. Thereafter, Memphis got in front late after Lamar Stevens laced a stepback mid range jumper, 80-77. Memphis shot 48% from the field with 5 giveaways and scored 14 points in the paint. Made 3 three's and picked up 1 second chance bucket. Earned 0 on the fast break. Memphis from the field got quality looks to fall and moved the ball with good passes. They showed execution on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and capitalized in the paint. Turnovers were a non factor too. Now they struggled beyond three point territory and performed poorly on the fast break. So on defense they shutdown three point shooting and limited second chance scoring. Can't exclude their ability to limit the fast break and used their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. They got hammered in the paint and had their fair share of issues defending mid range attempts. Shifting to the 4th quarter Lamar Stevens with 8:27 left would get a layup to go in, 90-88. To conclude this game late in the 4th Luke Kennard would sink a clutch free throw, 106-102. Memphis shot 46% from the field with 1 three made and scored 6 in the paint. Snagged 5 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. Gave the ball up 3 times. Memphis was getting consistent shots to fall from the field and found the open guy with solid passes. They also crashed the offensive board which led to easy second chance opportunities and turnovers were no where to be found. Did well at the free throw line too. They were having issues on the fast break and three's weren't dropping. To make matters worse they had problems getting to the paint. For the defense they limited three pointers and took away the fast break. Also closed off the paint by shutting down lanes. Now they couldn't deny second chance opportunities and showed insufficiency when defending mid range attempts. Memphis finished 12 of 37 from deep, scored 50 in the paint with 18 turnovers, added 25 second chance points and went up to a 21-41 record.
The Nets during last night's outing sustained a 102-106 loss to the Grizzlies. Brooklyn is standing 11th place in the Eastern Conference and dropped down to a 15-18 record at home. In the 1st quarter the Nets got off to a 8-0 run after Dennis Schroder hit a three pointer, 24-19. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Nets in one shot an overall 40% and reeled in 1 turnover. Gained 6 second chance points and earned on 3 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up once and went 7 for 11 at the charity stripe. Go 6 points in the paint. Brooklyn from the field and three point territory got shots to fall effectively. Moved the ball well by dishing out good passes and kept turnovers low. They also executed on second chance opportunities due to aggressive rebounding. However, they struggled on the fast break and couldn't capitalize in the paint. Their defense couldn't contain mid range and three point attempts. They also took away the paint by plugging lanes and restricted second chance scores. Slowdown the fast break as well. Then in quarter Lonnie Walker would bring Brooklyn within four after sinking a three point jumper, 40-44. Now Brooklyn jumped ahead by one after making a contested layup, 52-51 with 37 seconds remaining. Brooklyn shot 40% from the field with 3 three's made and recorded 14 points in the paint. Turned it over twice and acquired 4 second chance buckets. Earned 2 on the fast break. The Nets were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. Dominated in the paint and kept turnovers low. Too bad they were struggling behind the arc due to constant misses and their fast break lacked. Not to mention they were still poor on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. Now on the other hand they couldn't defend mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Got hammered on second chance opportunities too. Now they shutdown three pointers by closing out effectively and restricted the fast break. Brooklyn scored 18 total in the paint, earned 10 second chance buckets with 5 coming on the fast break and entered halftime facing a 52-53 one point deficit. Now in quarter 3 Brooklyn came within two after Cameron Johnson dialed a layup, 61-63. Afterwards, the Nets gained a 9-0 run after Claxton hammered down a slam, 77-76. This run was set up by the defense making stops and the offense scored in transition. The Nets shot 45% from the field while making 3 three's and piled 16 in the paint. Scored 6 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Turned the ball over 4 times as well. Brooklyn got shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and and executed in the paint as players cut to the rim. Now they continued their issues on second chance opportunities off poor rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Turnovers were beginning to mount. Defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and got beat down in the paint. Were beat on second chance opportunities as well. Now they restricted three pointers by running Memphis off the line and shutdown the fast break. In the 4th quarter the Nets forced a tie after Cameron Johnson got a three pointer to fall, 88-88. Toward the end of this quarter Bridges got a three pointer to go in, 93-99. Brooklyn shot 43% from the field with 1 three pointer made and picked up 4 points in the paint. Attached 7 second chance baskets with 0 coming on the fast break. From the field Brooklyn got effecient shots to fall and moved the ball with solid passes. Rare turnovers too. They also dominated second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding and kept turnovers to a minimum. Although, they lacked in the paint and couldn't knockdown three's. Defense defended three pointers by forcing contested tries and shutdown the paint by closing off lanes. Stopped the fast break too. Now they had issues trying to limit mid range attempts and allowed second chance buckets. Nets ended 15 of 42 behind the arc, scored 40 in the paint with 13 giveaways, notched 17 second chance buckets and fell to a 25-37 record.
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Sunday March 3rd, 2024: Leonard scored 32 points with the help of Powell adding 24 and the Clippers pick up an 89-88 win over the Timberwolves. Los Angeles won 2 consecutive games and stand 4th place in the West. Keep note the Thunder sit in 1st. In the 1st quarter Norman Powell off a James Harden assist would sink a three point jumper, 13-23. Then toward the latter stages of this quarter Powell at the buzzer hit a turning three point jumper, 18-30. The Clippers through one shot 28% from the field while making 4 three's on 12 tries and tallied 4 in the paint. Earned 2 second chance points with 3 coming on the fast break. Turned it over 3 times. Defense forced 0 steals and added 1 block. Getting buckets to fall was an absolute struggle......it didn't matter if it was from the field or three point territory. Not to mention poor ball movement and showed no efforts on the fast break. Struggled in the paint and were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. I guess they were solid at the free throw line. Defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and got beat down in the paint. Luckily they shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Eliminated three pointers by running Minnesota off the line. Moving to quarter 2 the Clippers forced a tie after Harden spotted Kawhi Leonard with a nice pass and hit a mid range jumper, 37-37. LA then got off to a 6-0 run after Kawhi Leonard drilled a fading mid range jumper, 47-43. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Clippers shot 42% from the field with 3 three's made and added 16 points in the paint. Secured 4 second chance baskets and gained 13 on the fast break. Defense recorded 5 steals too. Los Angeles from the field shot the ball effeciently off solid passes and capitalized in the paint. Turnovers were minimized and they did better on the fast break. Unfortunately, they still slacked on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding and three pointers weren't dropping. First off, the defense failed to defend mid range attempts. However, they restricted the paint by plugging lanes and eliminated second chance scoring. Can't exclude their ability to limit the fast break and used quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. Los Angeles was 7 of 18 beyond three point territory, turned it over 6 times and went into the half leading 49-46. Shifting to the midway point of the 3rd quarter the Clippers would re-take the lead by one after Ivan Zubac buried a mid range floater, 61-60. Eventually, LA took a much needed two point advantage after Kawhi Leonard hit a layup and got a plus 1 after the foul, 64-62. LA shot an overall 30% and picked up 8 points in the paint. Had 6 second chance buckets and earned 0 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up twice. Look, the Clippers from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. Poor ball movement as well. They were also struggling in the fast break. At least they executed at the free throw line and capitalized on second chance opportunities off excellent rebounding. Defensively, LA did a tremendous job defending mid range and three point attempts. Eliminated second chance opportunities and shutdown the fast break. Showed a lack of paint protection as well. Now in the 4th quarter Norman Powell hammered down the jam and extended the Clippers lead to four, 84-80. Clippers shot 37% from the field while lacing 3 three's and picked up 8 in the paint. Recorded 2 second chance points and got 3 on the fast break. Defense added 2 steals. The Clippers weren't shooting the ball all that well from the field and couldn't capitalize behind the arc. Were effective at the free throw line too. They were poor on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and were unable to execute on the fast break. This offense just found way to make baskets down the stretch and kept turnovers in check. For the defense they stopped fast break opportunities and took away the paint. Can't exclude their ability to limit mid range and three point tries. Also used some of their quick hands mixed in with solid defensive pressure to force turnovers. Although, they couldn't stop second chance opportunities. LA ended 10 for 34 behind the arc, scored 36 in the paint, lost the ball 9 times, gained 14 second chance buckets with 19 coming on the fast break and improved to a 39-20 record.
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Anthony Edwards scored 27 points but that wasn't enough and the Timberwolves lost 88-89 to the Clippers. Minnesota lost 2 in a row and fell to 2nd place in the Western Conference. So In quarter 1 Kyle Anderson with 3:43 left drained a mid range hook from inside the paint and got a plus 1 after the foul, 26-13. Later on Kyle Anderson lobbed a pass to Rudy Gobert who hammered down the slam, 28-13. Minnesota shot 50% from the field with 3 three's made on 7 attempts and scored 14 in the paint. Lost the ball once and went 7 of 8 at the charity stripe. Tallied 2 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. Defense forced 3 steals and 2 blocks. The Timberwolves were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. Dominated in the paint and kept turnovers low. Were effective at the free throw line as well. Too bad they struggled behind the arc thanks to constant misses and lacked on the fast break. Had trouble on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Defensively, they restricted mid range attempts and eliminated three pointers. They also took away the paint by clogging open lanes and shutdown the fast break. Restricted second chance opportunities too. During the 2nd quarter Alexander Walker off Towms pass dropped off a three point J, 35-33. Afterwards, Anthony Edwards with 3:07 to go sunk a mid range J, 43-41. Minnesota shot 44% from the field whike going 4 of 10 behind the arc and scored 4 points in the paint. Turned the ball over 8 times and reeled in 0 second chance points. Got 0 on the fast break. The Timberwolves from the field off excellent ball movement got quality shots to go in but they slacked in the paint and couldn't execute on the fast break. Also struggled on second chance opportunities thanks to terrible rebounding and turnovers mounted. On defense they were struggling to limit mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Minnesota permitted points on the fast break and they restricted second chance opportunities by taking away rebounds. Minnesota was 7 of 17 from deep, scored 18 in the paint, lost the ball 9 total times and entered halftime trailing 46-49. We now turn our attention toward the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter, where Kyle Anderson hit a mid range jumper, 60-59. They were on a 6-0 run that was set up off the defense making stops and it led to the offense scoring in transition. Now in the late stages Minnesota took a brief one point lead after Naz Reid snagged his own rebound and sunk a putback layup while getting a plus 1 after the foul, 65-64. Minnesota shot an overall 30% and tallied 12 of their 30 total points in the paint. Had 0 giveaways and picked up 4 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. Minnesota from the interior had trouble knocking down shots and struggled on the fast break. They slacked on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and couldn't get three pointers to fall thanks to constant misses. Defensively, they slowdown mid range and three point attempts. The T-Wolves eliminated the fast break as well. Now they permitted second chance opportunities. Heading to the 4th quarter Minnesota forced a tie after Jaden McDaniels threw down the slam, 84-84. So Anthony Edwards with 3 seconds left brought the Timberwolves within one after hammering down a slam, 88-89. Minnesota shot 38% from the field with 2 three's made and scored 14 in the paint. Lost the ball 6 times and acquired 7 second chance buckets and snagged 0 on the fast break. The Timberwolves had issues getting shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Lacked on the fast break. Nonetheless, they executed on second chance opportunities due to effecient rebounding and did great at the free throw line. Now on the defensive side they limited mid range attempts and fended off three pointers by closing out effectively. Eliminated second chance and fast break tries as well. Also denied the paint by stuffing lanes. In the end, this defense in crunch time couldn't make the necessary stops. The Timberwolves finished 9 of 33 from deep, attached 13 second chance points, got 42 in the paint, coughed up the ball 15 times and dropped down to a 42-19 record.
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Porzingis, Brown and Tatum were combined for 83 points as it lifted the Celtics to a 117-99 win against the 76ers. Boston moved to a 27-3 record at home and sit 1st place in the Atlantic Division. In the 1st quarter Jaylen Brown got past his defender and hammered a one handed slam, 18-14. Eventually, Boston extended their lead after Porzingis sunk a layup, 26-21. The Celtics shot 52% from the field with 2 three pointers made on 9 tries and tallied 18 in the paint. Turned it over 3 times and picked up 2 second chance buckets. Got 4 on the fast break and went 6 of 6 at the free throw line. Boston got shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and and executed in the paint as players cut to the rim. Turnovers were held to a minimum and they executed at the charity stripe. Yet they slacked on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and struggled on the fast break. To make matters worse they couldn't get three pointers to go in. Boston showed struggles defending mid range attempts and got crunched in the paint. Permitted points on the fast break too. They eliminated second chance opportunities and restricted three pointers. Then in the 2nd quarter Boston got off to a 6-0 run after Brown drilled a layup, 46-46. Now in the latter stages of this quarter Derrick White with 39 seconds left hit a mid range floater, 53-51. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Boston shot 54% from the field with 0 three's made and added 14 in the paint. Scored 0 second chance points and got 6 on the fast break. Turned it over 6 times. The Celtics were knocking down excellent shot selections from the field and used good ball movement. They also dominated on the fast break and did damage at the free throw line. Were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and couldn't control the ball. Defensively, they restricted mid range attempts and eliminated three pointers. Shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Let's not forget they kept Philly out the paint by clogging open lanes. Boston scored 34 in the paint, lost the ball 9 times, gained 10 fast break points and entered halftime leading 53-51. During quarter 3 the Celtics lead extended to ten after Jayson Brown drained a finger roll layin, 70-60. Boston shot 54% from the field with 2 three pointers made and picked up 12 points in the paint. Recorded 2 second chance baskets and got 9 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up 3 times. Boston from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. They also dominated on the fast break and turnovers were a non factor. Were excellent at the free throw line as well. Too bad they slacked on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. On the other end they defended mid attempts and took away three pointers by closing out. They also shutdown second chance scoring and eliminated the paint by plugging open lanes. However, they got beat on the fast break. Now in the 4th quarter Tatum forced a steal off Cameron Payne losing the ball and hammered down a two handed slam, 111-93. Few plays later White hit a contested layup, 113-95. The Celtics shot 52% from the field whike making 1 three and scored 18 in the paint. Earned 2 second chance buckets and got 9 on the fast break. Turned the ball over twice. Boston from the field got quality looks to drop and moved the ball with good passes. They did damage in the paint and capitalized on the fast break. Turnovers were rare and executed at the free throw line. They did struggle on second chance opportunities due to terrible rebounding and missed a bunch of three's. The defense stopped mid range attempts and defended three pointers by closing out. They also eliminated second chance and fast break opportunities. Boston finished 5 of 22 behind the arc, lost the ball 14 times, scored 64 points in the paint, acquired 28 on the fast break, gained 7 steals while adding 9 blocks and improved to a 46-12 record.
A shorthanded 76ers team suffered a 99-117 blowout loss to the Celtics. Philadelphia lost 2 in a row and dropped to a 15-12 record on the road. Tobias Harris in the 1st quarter dropped off a mid range jumper, 16-18. Later on Kyle Lowry would barrel to the rim for contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 21-24. Philly in one shot 42% from the field with 3 three's made on 9 attempts and scored 18 in the paint. Went 3 for 3 at the free throw line and lost the ball 0 times. Gained 2 second chance points and got 3 on the fast break. Philadelphia put up effecient shots from the field and executed in the paint. They also spaced the floor with good passes and kept turnovers low. Did well at the free throw line too. Now they slacked beyond three point territory and were insufficient on the fast break. Were terrible on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. The defense failed to defend mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Shutdown three point by forcing contested tries. Heading to the 2nd quarter Batum with 8:57 drained a three point jumper and it gave the Sixers a 37-34 lead. Approaching the late stages of this quarter Maxey would sink a three pointer, 51-48. Keep note this would be Maxey 's 2nd made three in a row. The 76ers shot an overall 30% and tallied 6 in the paint. Gave the ball up twice and reeled in 2 second chance buckets. Earned 2 on the fast break. Philadelphia from the interior had trouble knocking down shots and three's weren't dropping. Poor ball movement and slacked on the fast break. Including poor execution on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and turnovers mounted. Performed horribly in the paint. Most of their points came at the free throw line. The defense failed to defend mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. Also permitted points on the fast break Now you can't exclude their ability to use some of their quick hands mixed in with solid pressure to cause turnovers. Not to mention they restricted three pointers by running Boston off the line and took away second chance scoring. Philly picked up 24 in the paint, earned 4 second chance buckets with 5 coming in the fast break, lost control of the ball twice and went into the half trailing 51-53. Heading to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Maxey would sink a contested layup and got a plus 1 after the foul, 65-72. Moments later, Ricky Council got the rim for a nicely made layup and secured a plus 1 after the foul, 75-84. The Sixers were shooting an overall 39% and scored 66 of their 39 total points in the paint. Lost the ball 4 times and tallied 2 second chance buckets. Earned 5 on the fast break. Getting buckets to fall was an absolute struggle......it didn't matter if it was from the field or three point territory. Were effecient on the fast break and kept turnivers in check. Now they still lacked on second chance opportunities due piss poor rebounding and couldn't capitalize in the paint. Defensively, they had trouble defending mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. They also got thrashed on the fast break. At least they limited three pointers and eliminated second chance opportunities. We now turn our attention to the 4th quarter, where Maxey sunk a layup, 95-112. Philly shot an overall 30% and tallied 12 of their 42 total points in the paint. Coughed the ball up 3 times and picked up 0 second chance points. Had 0 on the fast break. Look, the 76ers from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. It doesn't help either that they struggled on second chance opportunities due to in effective rebounding and slacked on the fast break. Luckily they did a great job in the paint and executed at the charity stripe. Also used good ball movement and set screens to create separation. For the defense they couldn't stop mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. They permitted points on the fast break. With that being said.....Philly clamped down on second chance opportunities and ran Boston off the three point line. Philadelphia scored 42 in the paint, secured 20 assists, went 14 for 42 from deep, turned it over 9 times, earned 10 points in the fast break and sunk to a 33-25 record.
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Sunday February 25th, 2024: Antetokounmpo recorded a double double and the Bucks take a 119-98 blowout win over the 76ers. Milwaukee won 2 in a row and moved to a 14-14 record on the road. Now in the 1st quarter Antetokounmpo drove the lane for a contested layup, 18-17. Later on Lillard would sink a nicley made layup thus going up 24-17. The Bucks happen to be in a 8-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Bucks shot an overall 50% and tallied 10 points in the paint. Gained 5 second chance buckets with 10 coming on the fast break. Went 4 for 6 at the free throw line. Defense secured 3 steals and blocked 1 shot. Milwaukee got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Capitalized on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and executed on the fast break. They also did damage in the paint and executed at the charity stripe. Too bad turnovers were mounting. Defensively, Milwaukee did a tremendous job defending mid range and three point attempts. Eliminated second chance opportunities and shutdown the fast break. To make matters better the Bucks took away the paint by clogging open lanes. Shifting to quarter 2 Beverley would dial up a three pointer, 43-35. Few possessions later Portis off a Lillard pass sunk a three ball, 51-40. Keep note Portis is 3 for 3 from deep with 15 points. The Bucks shot 56% from the field while going 8 of 12 behind the arc and scored 10 of their 26 total points in the paint. Snagged 8 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. Lost the ball 4 times. The Bucks shot the ball extremely well weather it came from the field or long distance. Moved the ball with good passes and capitalized in second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding. Turnovers were a non factor and they attacked the paint. Executed at the free throw line too. It's just unfortunate that they lacked on the fast break. Defensively, they restricted mid range attempts and eliminated three pointers. Here's the thing though....they allowed points on the fast break and couldn't stop second chance opportunities. Got plowed in the paint as well. The Bucks scored 26 in the paint with 9 giveaways, were 13 of 22 beyond the arc, gained 13 second chance points while getting 10 on the fast break and went into the half leading 69-48. Heading to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Lillard tossed an alley oop pass to Antetokounmpo who hammered down the slam and got fouled in the process to make this a 3 point play, 79-58. Milwaukee was on a 6-0 run that was sparked by the defense forcing stops and it led the offense to scoring in transition. The Bucks were shooting 54% from the field with 2 made three's and piled 8 in the paint. Turned the ball over 6 times and scored 0 second chance points. Also gained 0 on the fast break. Milwaukee from the field got effective be shots to fall and created space by dishing out good passes. Now they slacked on second chance opportunities due insufficient rebounding and couldn't execute on the fast break. Turned it over way to much and struggled beyond the arc thanks to constant misses. On defense they had their fair share of trouble defending mid range and three point attempts. Got obliterated in the paint due to poor protection and permitted points on the fast break. Luckily they shutdown second chance scoring. We now turn our attention to the 4th quarter, where Antetokounmpo barreled to the rim for a nice layup, 106-87. The Bucks shot 54% from the field with 3 three's made and scored 12 of their 46 total points in the paint. Earned 0 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Lost the ball 3 times as well. The Bucks were sinking quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also created separation with good passes and kept turnovers low. Exceuted in the paint as players constantly cut to the rim. Now they were most definitely Insufficient on the fast break and struggled to capitalize on second chance opportunities. Just bad rebounding plain and simple. Missed some three pointers to go along. Defensively, they limited mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers by running Philly off the line. Restricted fast break opportunities and minimized the paint by stuffing open lanes. Now they couldn't stop second chance scores. Milwaukee finished 18 of 37 behind the arc, scored 13 second chance points with 12 being on the fast break, turned the ball over 18 times, scored 14 points off takeaways and bounced up to a 37-21 record.
The 76ers on Sunday morning suffered a 98-119 loss against the Bucks. Philadelphia is sittimg 3rd place in the Atlantic Division and fell to an 18-13 record at home. In the 1st quarter Philly would snag a brief one point lead after Paul Reed off a Maxey pass drained a three pointer, 17-16. Thereafter, Oubre would dial in a pull-up mid range J, 21-33. Philly shot an overall 20% and scored 8 in the paint. Tallied 0 second chance points and got 3 on the fast break. Turned it over 4 times and went 4 for 4 at the free throw line. Defense forced 5 steals and blocked 2 shots. Getting buckets to fall was an absolute struggle......it didn't matter if it was from the field or three point territory. Philly was also poor on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and slacked on the fast break. Not to mention they struggled in the paint. Giveaways were limited and did great at the free throw line. The defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. They also allowed points on the fast break and couldn't stop second chance opportunities. Luckily they were able to use their quick hands which resulted into turnovers. Then during the 2nd quarter the Sixers got off to a 9-0 run after Buddy Hield dropped off a layup, 33-40. This run was set up off the defense making stops and it allowed the offense to capitalize in transition. After that, Maxey would lace a mid range floater, 46-57. Philly shot 34% from the field with 3 three's made and recorded 14 paint points and scored 7 second chance baskets. Including 6 on the fast break and coughed the ball up once. Went 4 of 4 at the free throw line. Sixers were struggling to knockdown shots from the field and three's weren't falling. With that being said...the Sixers did a better job executing on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and capitalized on the fast break. Rarely turned it over and thrashed Milwaukee in the paint as players cut to the rim. Defensively, Philadelphia couldn't contain mid range and three point attempts. They got also hammered in the paint due to poor protection in that area and got beat in the paint. At least they stopped the fast break. Philly scored 9 points on the fast break, were 8 of 8 at the charity stripe, were 6 for 21 beyond three point territory and entered halftime trailing 48-69. Now in quarter 3 Melton with 4:26 left brought the 76ers within 20 after hitting a three point jumper, 68-86. Now moving into the late stages of this quarter Oubre forced a steal off Connaughton's pass and dropped a layup, 73-89. This forced Milwaukee to call a timeout. Philly shot 40% from the field while making 7 three's on 12 tries and scored 10 in the paint. Added 0 second chance points and got 9 on the fast break. Gave the ball up twice. Defense picked up 5 steals. The 76ers off good ball movement were able to knockdown quality shots from ethier the field or three point territory. Did heavy damage in the paint and used screens to create space. They also punished Milwaukee on the fast break. For the defense took away three pointers by forcing contested tries and shutdown the fast break. More importantly they stopped second chance opportunities and used their quick hands to cause turnovers. Eliminated the paint by plugging open lanes. Too bad they had trouble defending mid range attempts. During the 4th quarter Maxey drove the lane and sunk a contested layup, 87-104. Philly ended quarter 4 by shooting an overall 30% and tallied 6 points in the paint. Coughed the ball up 3 times and reeled in 5 second chance buckets. Got 0 on the fast break. Look, Philadelphia from the field and long distance had a tough time getting baskets to fall. Poor ball movement too. To make worse they trouble on fast break opportunities and couldn't execute in the paint. Now they were able to capitalize on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding and turnovers were kept quiet. Philadelphia showed struggles defending mid range attempts and got crunched in the paint. Nevertheless.....Philly extracted three pointers by closing out effectively and shutdown the fast break.Also limited second chance opportunities. Philadelphia scored 38 in the paint, scored 15 second chance points while gaining 18 on the fast break, went 16 for 46 from long range, gained 28 points off takeaways and dropped down to a 33-24 record.
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Saturday February 24th, 2024: Tatum and Brown were combined for 52 points and the Celtics pick up 116-102 Victory, over the Knicks. Boston has won 8 in a row and are 9-1 through ten games. Now in quarter 1 Sam Hauser would drain a three point jumper, 26-24. Couple of possessions later Horford hit a layup, 30-26. The Celtics through one shot 61% from the field with 5 three's made on 10 attempts and tallied 19 in the paint. Lost the ball 3 times and went 3 of 4 at the free throw line. Snagged 2 second chance buckets and got 3 on the fast break. Defense added 3 steals. Boston from both the field and three point territory off excellent ball movement were getting quality shots to fall. They did damage in the paint and minimized turnovers. Showed dominance at the charity stripe and used screens to generate space. Now they lacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Defensively, they had trouble defending mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. At least they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Slowdown three pointers by forcing contested tries. Then during the 2nd quarter Brown would hammer down a slam, 46-40. Later on Boston would further their lead as Jaylen Brown drive the rim for for nice layup and got fouled in the pricess but missed the free throw, 60-56. Boston shot 66% from the field with 2 three's made and snagged 0 second chance baskets. Earned 4 on the fast break and piled 16 in the paint. The Celtics were knocking down solid shots from the field and delivered quality passes. More importantly they attacked the paint and kept turnovers low. Unfortunately, they still slacked on second chance and fast break opportunities. Poor rebounding to go along. For the defense they defended mid range attempts and slowdown three pointers by closing out effectively. Allowed points in the paint and got torched on second chance opportunities. However, they kept the fast break in check. Boston was 6 of 14 beyond three point territory, had 36 in the paint with 3 giveaways, scored 7 fast break points and entered halftime up 62-58. Shifting to the 3rd quarter Kristaps Porzingis buried a three point J and it gave the Celtics a 13 point advantage, 84-71. Keep note this would be back to back three's. The Celtics shot 69% from the field while making 9 three's on 12 attempts and scored 8 in the paint. Earned 0 second chance buckets and gained 3 on the fast break. Boston got effecient shots to drop from the field and long distance. They were suffering on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and the fast break was shutdown. Although, they were lacking in the paint. So on defense they had their fair share of issues defending mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. They didn't deny second chance opportunities ethier. Approaching the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Porzingis launched a pull-up mid range J, 115-97. Boston shot 57% from the field with 0 three pointers made and gained 14 in the paint. Lost the ball twice while snagging 6 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. The Celtics were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. Did damage on second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding and did great in the paint. Too bad they struggled behind the arc thanks to constant misses and lacked on the fast break. Boston showed struggles defending mid range attempts. They eliminated second chance opportunities and restricted three pointers. They also used some of their quick hands which resulted into turnovers and took away the paint by plugging open lanes. Boston scored 58 in the paint with 7 turnovers, gained 8 second chance points while earning 10 on the fast break, finished 15 of 35 behind the arc and improved to a 45-12 record.
The Knicks against the Celtics sustained a 102-116 loss. New York fell to a 19-9 record at home and stand 2nd place in the Atlantic Division. In quarter 1 Brunson drilled a mid range floater, 21-18. Then Brunson with 2:34 to go sunk a contested layup, 26-26. The Knicks shot 52% from the field while making 5 three's on 11 tries and scored 10 in the paint. Turned it over 4 times and secured 3 second chance points with 3 coming on the fast hreak. Went 1 of 1 at the charity stripe and the defense forced 1 steal. New York shot the ball extremely well from off good passes and capitalized in the paint. Used the screen to create to separation and turnovers were a non factor. Not to mention New York was effecient at the free throw line. Too bad they had slacked on second chance opportunities due to insufficient rebounding and the fast break was stalled. On defense they had issues defending mid range and three point attempts. Permitted points in the paint. Luckily they eliminated second chance opportunities and restricted the fast break. Moving to the 2nd quarter McBride would barrel to the rim for a nicley made layup, 46-50. Now in latter parts of this quarter the Knicks would come within 4 as Hart at the buzzer drained a contested layup, 58-62. New York ended quarter 2 shooting 51% from the field while going 4 of 10 behind the arc and scored 12 points in the paint. Coughed the ball up twice and picked up 6 second chance buckets. Gained 0 on the fast break. 0 steals to go along. The Knicks were making quality shots from the field and moved the ball with excellent passes. Performed in the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding. They couldn't get the fast break going. There defense on the other hand were struggling to defend mid range attempts and got crushed in the paint. With that being said....they restricted second chance opportunities and stopped the fast break. New York was 9 of 21 from deep, recorded 22 in the paint, scored 9 second chance baskets with 3 total coming on the fast break, lost the ball 6 times and went into the half down 58-62. We now turn our attention to the 3rd quarter, where Brunson drilled a three pointer and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 69-76. The Knicks shot 47% from the field and sunk 2 three's with 2 turnovers. Added 5 second chance scores and got 2 on the fast break. Including 10 points in the paint. New York utilized good movement which helped them knockdown quality shots from the field and drove the paint constantly. They also created second chance opportunities by crashing the offensive board and kept turnovers low. Were weak on the fast break and struggled from long range due to consistent misses. The defense failed to defend mid range and three point tries. Gave up way too many points in the paint. Nevertheless.....the Knicks minimized second chance buckets and stopped the fast break. Let's not forget they restricted the paint by clogging open lanes. Now jumping ship into the 4th quarter Donte DiVincenzo hit a three pointer, 100-115. New York shot 45% from the field and made 2 three's with 5 turnovers acquired. Scored 4 second chance points and earned 0 on the fast break. Got 6 in the paint as well. New York made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did well at the free throw line. Too bad they struggled beyond the arc and were insufficient on the fast break. Were having trouble on second chance opportunities due to terrible rebounding and couldn't execute in the paint. Turnovers mounted as well. The defense failed to defend mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. They also allowed second chance scores. Now they shutdown the fast break and eliminated three pointers by running the Celtics off the line. New York scored 38 in the paint with 13 turnovers, went 15 of 38 behind the arc, scored 18 second chance points and dropped down to a 34-23 record.
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Friday February 23rd, 2024: Quickley and Barnes were combined for 44 points and it sent the Raptors to a 123-121 win over the Hawks. Quickley sunk 6 three pointers and the Raptors are sitting last place in the Atlantic Division. In quarter 1 Toronto got off to a 13-0 run after Scottie Barnes dropped off a contested layup, 15-11. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Later on Quickley would bury a three point jumper, 20-7. The Raptors through one shot 56% from the field while making 4 three's on 10 attempts and scored 14 points in the paint. Gained 0 second chance buckets and snagged 10 in the fast break. Lost the ball 4 times and went 1 of 1 at the free throw line. Toronto shot the ball extremely well from the field off excellent ball movement and attacked the paint. They did damage in the fast break and kept turnovers low. Were effecient at the free throw line. Not they lacked beyond three point territory due to constant misses and struggled on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding. Defensively, they had no trouble stopping mid range and three point attempts. Shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Moving to the 2nd quarter Quickley with 7:39 left sunk a pull-up three point J, 45-40. Afterwards, Poeltl with 1:42 to go hit a reverse layin, 61-58. The Raptors shot 49% from the field with 4 three's made and scored 14 of their 28 total points in the paint. Lost the ball 3 times and snagged 8 second chance buckets with 4 coming in the fast break. From the field Toronto got effecient shots to fall and moved the ball with solid passes. Did heavy damage in the paint and turnovers were held in check. Were effective at the free throw line and thanks to solid rebounding it led to easy second chance opportunities. Too bad they struggled behind the arc due consistent misses. Defensively, they couldn't contain mid range and three point attempts. They got also hammered in the paint due to poor protection in that area. They couldn't stop second chance and fast break opportunities. The Raptors were 8 of 23 behind the arc, gave the ball up 7 times, scored 8 second chance points with 14 coming on the fast break and entered halftime leading 65-64. During the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Kelly Olynk laced a contested layup, 79-78. A play later Gradey Dick got a three pointer to fall, 82-78. The Raptors scored on back to back baskets. The Raptors shot 51% from the field and scored 14 paint points with 4 turnovers tallied. Gained 2 second chance buckets and got 6 on the fast break. Toronto made a lot of quality shots whether it came from the field or three point territory. Protected the ball well and capitalized in the paint. They also did great on the fast break but they had trouble executing on second chance opportunities due to terrible rebounding. The defense failed to defend mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. They happen to restrict second chance opportunities and took away the fast break. They managed to shutdown three point shooting as well. In the 4th quarter Barnes would hammer down the slam, 112-107. To conclude this quarter Bruce Brown off a Shaddiq Bey pass would dial in a slam, 123-118. The Hawks shot 49% from the field with 2 three's and scored 18 in the paint. Lost the ball 0. Toronto got quality shots to fall from the field off excellent ball rotation and did a ton of damage in the paint. Turnovers were rare too. Now they did manage to struggle from deep due to consistent misses and lacked fast break scoring. They were also insufficient on second chance opportunities thanks to bad rebounding. Defensively, they were unable to stop mid range attempts and slowdown the fast break. Eliminated three's by closing out effectively. With that being said...they couldn't protect the paint and and got punished on second chance opportunities. Toronto won 2 in a row, scored 22 fast break points, turned it over 11 times and jumped up to a 21-36 record.
Murray's double double wasn't enough and the Hawks lose 121-123 against the Raptors. Atlanta is standing 3rd place in the Southeast Division and lost 3 in a row. During the 1st quarter with 4 seconds to go drained a layup, 22-33. Hawks in one shot 29% from the field with 1 three made on 9 attempts and scored 14 in the paint. Secured 2 second chance pooints and got 2 on the fast break. Turned it over 4 times and went 5 of 10 at the free throw line. Getting buckets to fall was an absolute struggle......it didn't matter if it was from the field or three point territory. Not to mention they slacked on second opportunities due to poor rebounding and struggled in the fast break. They were also insufficient at the charity stripe and lacked ball transition. At least they did heavy damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Now the defense had trouble defending mid range attempts and got crushed in the paint. Permitted points on the fast break too. Luckily they restricted three pointers by forcing contested tries and eliminated second chance scores. Then during the 2nd quarter Atlanta got off to an 8-0 run after Bogdanovic buried a three ball, 40-42. This run was set up off the defense making stops and the offense found ways to score in transition. Eventually, the Hawks came within one after Bey hit a three pointer, 56-57. The Hawks shot 43% fromtl the field while making 7 three's on 11 attempts and scored 16 in the paint. Tallied 10 second chance points and got 5 on the fast break. Turned it over once. Atlanta got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Capitalized on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and executed on the fast break. Rare turnovers and passed the ball much better. The defense failed to defend mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. However, they limited fast break opportunities and took away three pointers by running the Raptors off the three point line. Now they got plowed in the paint and couldn't takeaway second chance scores. Atlanta was 8 for 20 beyond three point territory, had 30 in the paint, scored 12 second chance buckets while getting 7 on the fast break, lost the ball 5 times and went into the half facing a 64-65 one point deficit. Shifting to the late stages of the 3rd quarter Hunter would knockdown turning mid range jumper, 86-88. The Hawks shot 43% from the field while lacing 1 three pointer and added 14 of their 44 total points in the paint. Recorded 2 turnovers and snagged 4 second chance points with 2 being in the fast break. The Hawks were knocking down solid shots from the field and moved the ball well by dishing out good passes. They did a tremendous job in the paint and kept turnovers minimized. Although, they had problems on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and slacked on the fast break. Also struggled beyond the arc thanks to a bunch of misses. The defense couldn't defend mid range and three point attempts. They were having trouble stopping the fast break. It's just unfortunate that they couldn't protect the paint. Moving to the 4th quarter Bey drained a layup, 114-116. Afterwards, Trae Young at the buzzer drilled a three pointer but trailed by two, 121-123. The Hawks shot 43% from the field with 3 three's and scored 14 in the paint. Lost the ball twice. Had 13 second chance points with 0 on the fast break. The Hawks were sinking quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also created separation with good passes. Let's not forget they dominated second chance scoring due to excellent rebounding and kept turnovers at a low. Here's the thing though.....they still lacked three point shooting and showed poor execution on the fast break. Atlanta finished 12 of 35 from deep, scored 58 in the paint with 9 giveaways, tallied 29 second chance buckets and fell off to a 24-32 record.
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Thursday February 22nd, 2024: The Cavaliers during last night's bout suffered a 109-116 loss against the Magic. Cleveland falls to an 8-2 record in their last ten games and stand 1st place in the Central. During the 1st quarter Dean Wade would drop off a three point J, 15-14. Few possessions later Merill would sink a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 24-26. Cavs went 9 for 22 from the field and shit 30% behind the arc. Lost the ball 4 times and scored 12 in the paint added 3 second chance buckets with 4 coming in the fast break. Cleveland from the and three point territory failed to knockdown shots. To make matters worse they lacked on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Did damage in the paint and moved the ball well. The defense had trouble limiting mid range and three point attempts. However, they took the paint by clogging the lane and shutdown second chance opportunities. Eliminated the fast break as well. Then in the 2nd quarter Darius Garland would sink a three point jumper and it brought the Cavaliers within nine, 40-49. Now toward the late stages of this quarter got off to a 8-0 run after Jarrett Allen sunk a layup, 50-54. This run was set up by the defense making stops and it led to the offense scoring in transition. Cleveland shot 48% from the field with 2 three pointers and scored 14 in the paint. Gained 2 second chance points and got 0 on the fast break. Gave the ball up 5 times. The Cavs were knocking down excellent shots from the field and moved the ball effectively. Did heavy damage in the paint but turned it over constantly and struggled beyond three point territory. Slacked on second chance opportunities off insufficient rebounding and were terrible on the fast break. Their defense restricted three point shooting and shutdown the fast break. Too bad they couldn't stop mid range attempts and got beat in the paint. Permitted second chance opportunities as well. Cleveland through two quarter shot 5 of 14 beyond the arc, added 26 in the paint, recorded 5 second chance points while gaining 4 on the fast break, gave the ball over 9 times and went into half trailing 50-54. Heading to the 3rd quarter Darius Garland would the Cavs a two point advantage after hitting a mid range floater, 68-66. Now moving the latter points of this quarter Cleveland would force a tie as Niang buried a three pointer, 73-73. The Cavs shot 53% from the field with 3 three's made and recorded 14 of their 49 total points in the paint. Coughed the ball over 3 times and scored 3 second chance buckets and gained 6 in the fast break. Cleveland from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Capitalized on second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding and did well on the fast break. Also, turnovers were in check and did capitalized at three free throw line. Unfortunately, they lacked three point shooting thanks to repeated misses. Defensively, they couldn't contain mid range and three point attempts. They got also hammered in the paint due to poor protection in that area. The took away second chance and fast break opportunities as well. In the 4th quarter Garland with 4:19 to go dropped off a mid range floater but trailed 97-107. The Cavs were shooting 54% from the field and gained 16 in the paint with 5 giveaways. Got 2 second chance points and secured 7 on the fast break. Cleveland from the interior were knocking down solid shots off tremendous ball rotation and capitalized in the paint. Did great on the fast break and went 2 of 4 behind the arc. Were effective at the charity stripe as well. Now they had trouble executing on second chance opportunities and turnovers mounted. They were also slacking from long distance due to consistent misses. The defense failed to defend mid range and three point attempts. With that being said.....they shutdown second chance opportunities and eliminated the fast break. Cleveland finished 10 of 22 from deep, scored 56 in the paint, added 10 second chance points with 17 coming on the fast break, turned it over 17 times and fell off to a 36-18 record.
Moe Wagner scores 22 off the bench and it lifted the Magic to a 116-109 Victory, over the Cavaliers. Orlando is sitting 1st place in the Southeast Division and picked up 2 wins in a row. In the 1st quarter Franz Wagner buried a hammered down a slam, 14-12. Later on Orlando opened up a 10-0 run after Joe Ingles hit a three point jumper, 26-20. This runwa sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Orlando shot 44% from the field while going 6 of 8 beyond the arc and scored 8 points in the paint. Tallied 3 second chance points and got 2 on the fast break. Turned it over 3 times. Went 1 for 1 at the free throw line as well. Magic got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Turnovers were no where to be found and passed the ball well but they struggled on second chance and fast break opportunities. Barely got points in the paint and rebounding was insufficient. Defensively, they shutdown mid range and three point attempts. Turned away second chance opportunities and restricted the fast break. Although, they got crunched in the paint. Shifting to the midway point of the 2nd quarter Wagner would bury a mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 33-28. Afterwards, Magic gained a 6-0 run thanks to Wagner hitting a contested layup, 42-30. This run was earned by the defense forcing stops and it allowed the offense to score in transition. The Magic ended quarter 2 by shooting 46% from the field while making 1 three and scored 14 points in the paint. Secured 5 second chance buckets and earned 2 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up 3 times. Orlando from the field off excellent ball movement got solid shots to go in and did much better in the paint by constantly attacking. They were effective in second chance opportunities due to great rebounding and kept turnovers low. Unfortunately, they were struggling behind the arc thanks to consist misses and slacked on the fast break. Defense took took away three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and shutdown second scoring. Eliminated the fast break and used their quick hands that resulted in turnovers. Got punished in the paint and couldn't limit mid range attempts. Magic scored 24 total points in the paint, were 7 of 16 from deep, had 8 second chance scores with 4 on the fast break, 6 giveaways and entered halftime leading 54-50. Moving to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Ingles with 1:16 left drilled a three point jumper thus going up 82-78. The Magic ended quarter 3 shooting 59% from the field while making 4 three's on 6 attempts and turned it over 3 times. Snagged 4 second chance baskets and dished out 2 on the fast break. Orlando shot the ball extremely well weather it came from the field or long distance and attacked the paint. Players did a great job of cutting to the rim. Turnovers were a non factor. Orlando showed struggles defending mid range attempts and and got crunched in the paint. Gave up points in the fast break. Luckily they eliminated second chance opportunities and restricted three pointers. In conclusion, during the halfway mark of quarter 4 Moe Wagner off a Franz Wagner pass would knockdown a three pointer, 107-95. Orlando shot 51% from the field while going 3 of 3 behind the arc and scored 10 in the paint. Turned it over 4 times and recorded 0 second chance and fast break points. Defense forced 2 steals. The Magic made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. They were also effecient beyond three point territory and kept turnovers to a minimum. Did great at the free throw line. Now they did lack on the fast break and were insufficient on second chance opportunities thanks to bad rebounding. Defensively, they had trouble defending mid range attempts and got plowed in the paint. At least they restricted second chance scores and used their defensive pressure to force Cleveland into constant turnovers. Now they got beat down in the paint and couldn't slow the fast break. Magic ended with 46 points in the paint, tallied 12 second chance scores while earning 8 on the fast break, lost control of the ball 13 total times, went 14 for 25 behind the arc and improved to a 31-25 record.
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BREAKING: The Nets after two seasons fired Head Coach Jacque Vaughn. Brooklyn named Kevin Ollie as the interim Coach. Keep note this firing comes days after getting beat by 50 points against the Celtics. They are currently on a 2-Game losing streak and are 21-33 on the year. Brooklyn is also sitting 11th place in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Atlantic. Including a 13-17 home record and 8-16 on the road. Dude is simply not the guy for Brooklyn. By the way Brooklyn under Jacque Vaughn went 0-4 in the playoffs. That includes a sweep when facing Boston back in 2021-2022. Vaughn has been with the team since 2016. He served as an interim coach in 2020, was an assistant for 2 years and then became a full time Head Coach from 2022-2024.
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BREAKING: The Bucks get Patrick Beverley from the 76ers for a 2027 2nd round draft selection and Payne. So Patrick Beverley doesn't score a lot but when he does it's usually from inside the paint. At times he'll hit a mid range and three point attempt. Not to mention Beverley is a solid rebounder and can find the open man by dishing out good passes. Defensively, he uses quick hands to force steals and can lockdown his opponent. Simply forces you into contented attempts. Beverley in Philly averaged 6.3 in points per game, 3.1 in rebounds per game and a 3.1 in assists.
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Tuesday February 13th, 2024: Antetokounmpo recorded a double double but it wasn't enough and the Bucks suffered a 97-123 blowout loss to the Heat. Milwaukee fell to a 23-7 record at home and are 4-6 through ten games. During the 1st quarter Milwaukee would inch within seven after Jae Crowder buried a mid range jumper, 15-22. Later on the Bucks came withing ten after Beasley sunk a three pointer off a Pat Connaughton pass, 20-30. The Bucks through one shot 52% from the field with 2 three's made on 7 attempts and scored 16 in the paint. Secured 4 second chance points with 2 coming on the fast break. Turned it over 3 times. Defense caused 0 steals and blocks. Milwaukee from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Turnovers were rare as well. Now they slacked on second chance opportunities off terrible rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Defensively, they were unable to defend mid range and three point attempts. Got creamed in the paint and permitted points on the fast break. Going to the midway point of the 2nd quarter Antetokounmpo hit a contested layup, 49-59. The Bucks made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. Now they did manage to struggle from deep due to consistent misses and lacked fast break scoring. They were insufficient on second chance opportunities thanks to bad rebounding. Turned it over consistently too. Their defense showed no ability to limit mid range and three point attempts. They got thrashed in the paint and allowed points on the fast break. At least they shutdown second chance opportunities. The Bucks matched into halftime trailing 52-69. Heading to quarter 3 Lillard would knockdown a mid range floater, 70-79. The Bucks were sinking quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also created separation with good passes. Here's the thing though.....they still lacked three point shooting and second chance opportunities were poor. They did well on the fast break and kept turnovers minimized. Milwaukee showed struggles defending mid range attempts and and got crunched in the paint. Permitted points on the fast break and got crunched on second chance opportunities. They restricted three pointers. We now transition to the 4th quarter, where Antetokounmpo off an Andre Jackson pass delivered a layup, 92-119. The Bucks shit the ball well from the field on good ball transition and did great in the paint. Couldn't execute on second chance and fast break opportunities. Turnovers mounted. Their defense wasn't able to defend mid range and three point tries. Got polished in the paint and couldn't stop second chance opportunities. Stopping the fast break was tough too. Milwaukee scored 40 total points in the paint, snagged 8 second chance buckets with 12 coming in the fast break, lost the ball 18 times, went 13 for 39 beyond the arc and dropped down to a 35-20 record.
Jovic scored a career best 24 points with Adebayo adding a triple double and it sent the Heat to a 123-97 win over the Bucks. Miami is 4 games above 509 and sit 7th place in the East. In the halfway mark of the 1st quarter Miami would extend their lead to thirteen after Robinson drained a three point jumper, 30-17. The Heat shot an overall 60% and scored 16 in the paint with 2 turnovers. Gained 2 second chance buckets and got 6 on the fast break. Defense forced 1 steal and 1 block. Miami shot the ball extremely weather it came from the field or three point territory and dished out good passes. They were dominate in the paint and kept turnovers low. Too bad they lacked second chance scoring due to bad rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Their defense contained three pointers by forcing contested attempts and shutdown second chance opportunities. Eliminated the fast break as well. However, they couldn't defend mid range tries and got beat in the paint. Then during the 2nd quarter Duncan Robinson drained a three ball to go up 65-52. Miami got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Capitalized in second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and executed on the fast break. Turnovers were a non factor and stayed sharp in the paint. Their defense took away three pointers by closing out effectively and shutdown second chance points. Restricted the fast break too. Now they couldn't defend mid range attempts and got beat down in the paint. Be aware that the Heat entered halftime with a 69-52 lead. Moving to quarter 3 Miami's lead continued to extend after Jovic mid range floater, 84-70. They got shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and and executed in the paint as players cut to the rim. They also dominated second chance and fast break opportunities. Now they struggled from deep due to constant misses and turned it over. On the defensive side they had trouble defending mid range attempts and got thrashed in the paint. They also got crushed on fast break scores. Now they took away three pointers by forcing contested attempts. Approaching quarter 4 Jaques found a way to sink a layup, 117-87. Miami got shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Excellent ball movement and dominated in the paint. Were effecient on second chance opportunities off good rebounding and were dominate on the fast break. Turnovers were minimal. Defense had no trouble defending three point attempts and eliminated second chance opportunities. Used quick hands to force turnovers and took away the fast break. Now they couldn't limit mid range attempts. Heat scored 52 in the paint, had 13 second chance points with 17 being on the fast break, gave the ball up 14 times, finished 19 for 40 behind the arc and improved to a 29-25 record.
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BREAKING: The Celtics trade a 2nd round draft pick to the 76ers for Jaden Springer and a 2024 2nd round selection. First things first.....Jaden Springer uses size and speed to attack the paint. He can also knockdown quality shots from field and beyond three point territory. Not to mention Springer will set his teammates up with good passes. Keep note Springer won't score a lot but when he does it's effective. Occasionally he can rebound. For defense Jaden Springer has the grute strength to guard people that are much taller than him. He will contest your shot attempts weather it be from the field or long distance. Springer this season is averaging 4.0 in points per game, 1.8 in rebounds and 1.1 in assists.
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BREAKING: The 76ers get Buddy Hield for Korkmaz, Marcus Morris and 3 second round draft selections to the Pacers. Now Buddy Hield does a nice job of attacking the paint and has the ability to knock down three pointers. Occasionally, he'll spot up a mid range attempt. He can dish out good passes and rebounds well by crashing the offensive board. Defensively, Hield isn't all that great but has the speed and strength to defend any opponent. He makes the opposing team earn their shots. Hield so far this season is averaging 20.0 points per game, 4.0 in rebounds and 6.0 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Lakers have acquired Spencer Dinwiddie off waivers. Keep note the Raptors traded Schroder to the Nets for Spencer Dinwiddie. Then a few days later after the trade Toronto waived Dinwiddie. Spencer Dinwiddie from both the field and three point territory can get solid shots to fall. He can also score in the paint by effectively driving and will find the open teammate by spotting quality passes. Good rebounder too. Don't forget on the offensive side his reboundimg skills create second chance opportunities. On defense he can lockdown your best best player and is a physical rim protector. Dinwiddie this season is averaging 12.6 in points per game, 3.3 in rebounds and 6.0 in assists.
Sunday February 11th, 2024: Sabonis gained a triple double but it wasn't enough and the Kings went down 113-127 against the Thunder. Sacramento falls to a 15-12 record on the road and sits 5th place in the West. Keegan Murray late in quarter 1 dropped off a nicely made layup, 22-21. The Kings shot 42% from the field with 3 three's made on 12 attempts and scored 12 in the paint. Secured 9 second chance buckets while earning 7 offensive rebounds and tallied 0 on the fast break. Lost the ball 5 times as well. Sacramento from the field off good ball movement got shots to fall effectively and did damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Capitalized on second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding. Unfortunately, turnovers piled up and they lacked three point shooting thanks to constant misses. Defensively, Sacramento did a tremendous job defending three point attempts and eliminated second chance opportunities. Shutdown the fast break as well. Now they did get punished in the paint and couldn't limit mid range tries. Then in the 2nd quarter Fox drained a nice layup, 55-63. Sacramento shot 46% from the field with 3 three's made and tallied 10 in the paint. Secured 2 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. Turned it over 6 times. Defense had 4 steals. The Kings were sinking quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They also created separation with good passes. Here's the thing though.....they still lacked three point shooting and second chance opportunities were poor. Fast break scores were shutdown as well. Along with constant turnovers. Sacramento showed struggles defending mid range attempts and and got crunched in the paint. Permitted points on the fast break too. They eliminated second chance opportunities and restricted three pointers. Also used quick hands to cause turnovers. Kings scored 24 in the paint, had 11 second chance points a d entered halftime facing a 57-67 deficit. Sabonis in quarter 3 off a Malik Monk pass dialed in a layup, 72-93. Sacramento got effective shots to fall from the field and generated space with good ball rotation. Were dominating in the paint and turnovers were low. Although they slacked on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and struggled in the fast break. Their defense couldn't protect the paint but they limited three pointers and restricted second chance scores. Denied the fast break. During the 4th quarter Keon Ellis downed a layup, 113-125. From the field they got effecient shots to fall and moved the ball with solid passes. The issue here was their inability to perform on second chance and fast break scores. Turnovers were a mess. Their defense couldn't contain mid range attempts and got flustered in the paint. Yet they shutdown three pointers and stopped the fast break. Disrupted second chance opportunities as well. The Kings three 44 in the paint, gained 11 second chance points while getting 12 on the fast break, finished 16 of 42 from deep, gave the ball up 18 times, Sabonis scored 21, 11, 14 and fell down to a 30-21 record.
The Thunder dominate the Kings by sagging a 123-113 win. Oklahoma City snaps their 2-Game losing streak and stands 4th place in the Western Conference. Aaron Wiggins in the 1st quarter buried a clean three point jumper, 21-18. Oklahoma City in one shot 52% from the field with 3 three's made and scored 2 second chance points. Gained 2 on the fast break and piled 14 in the paint. Including 1 offensive rebound and were 4 of 6 at the charity stripe. Turned it over once as well. Defense forced 1 steal. The Thunder made quality shots from the field off excellent ball transition and did a ton of damage in the paint. Turnovers were rare and they executed at the free throw line. Now they did manage to struggle from deep due to consistent misses and lacked fast break scoring. They were also insufficient on second chance opportunities thanks to bad rebounding. On the defensive side they had trouble defending mid range attempts and got thrashed on second chance opportunities. Also, they couldn't protect the paint. Now they took away three pointers by forcing contested attempts and restricted the fast break. During the midway point of the 2nd quarter Jalen Williams barrelled to the rim for hammering dunk, 50-39. OKC shot 59% from the field while making 3 three's and scored 16 in the paint. Turned it over 5 times and added 2 second chance points. Got 8 on the fast break. Defense talkies 4 steals. Oklahoma City shot the ball extremely well from the field and created space with good ball movement. Did heavy damage on the fast break but turned it over constantly and executed poorly on second chance opportunities. The Thunder had their fair of issues defense mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. At least they took away three point shooting and turned away second chance opportunities. Kept the fast break in check as well. They also used their quick hands to force turnovers. Thunder scored 32 in the paint, secured 10 fast break points and went into the half holding a 67-57 lead. Moving to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Shai Gilgeous Alexander got to the rim for a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 96-72. Got quality shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Turnovers were insufficient and touched the defense in the paint. Lacked on second chance and fast break opportunities. Defense couldn't contain mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. Shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Took away three point shooting to go along. The Thunder in the 4th quarter added the ultimate dagger after Shai Gilgeous Alexander sunk a pullup mid range jumper, 114-103. They made a lot of quality shots from the field and conquered the paint. Turnovers were minimized but struggled beyond the arc and couldn't execute on second chance opportunities. Insufficient on the fast break too. For the defense they shutdown three pointers and restricted second chance scoring. Found ways to stop the fast break and utilized their fast hands to cause the Kings to lose control of the ball. Now they had problems defending mid range attempts and got beat inside the paint. OKC earned 54 total points in the paint, pushed in 9 second chance buckets with 14 being on the fast break, lost the ball 9 times, made 12 three's on 27 attempts and improved to a 35-17 record.
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Friday February 9th, 2024: Porzingis and Tatum each recorded a double double and it led the Celtics to a 133-129 win against the Wizards. Boston moved to a 25-3 record at home and are 8-2 in their last ten games. Jayson Tatum in quarter 1 buried a three point jumper to come within 5, 28-33. Boston through one shot 42% from the field with 3 three's on 13 attempts and scored 18 in the paint. Had 3 second chance buckets and gained 7 on the fast break. 2 turnovers too. Boston from the field off good ball movement got quality shots to fall and did heavy damage in the paint. They were also consistent on the fast break and kept turnovers low. They struggled to bury three pointers and showed poor execution on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. Defense couldn't contain mid range attempts and shutdown second chance scoring. Got beat in the paint and struggled to stop the fast break. Shifting to the midway point of the 2nd quarter Jaylen Brown off a Derrick White pass got a contested layup to fall, 62-57. Boston shot 44% from the field with 1 three pointer made and scored 14 in the paint. Posted 4 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. Gave the ball up 3 times. The Celtics moved the ball by dishing out quality passes and it led solid shots falling from the field. Capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim and kept turnovere low. Too bad they lacked three point shooting due to consistent misses. For their defense they had issues restricting mid range attempts and defended the the three pointer poorly. Got beat down in the paint too. Now they eliminated the paint by clogging the lane. Boston shot a total 4 of 19 from deep, scored 32 in the paint, earned 7 second chance buckets with 11 being on the fast break and entered halftime facing a 64-71 deficit. Going to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Boston gained a 6-0 run after Jayson Tatum posted a layup, 97-85. This run was sparked by the defense getting stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. A couple plays later Tatum would drain a three ball, 100-87. The Celtics shot 49% from the field while going 5 of 10 behind the arc and gained 18 in the paint. Scored 0 second chance points and got 7 on the fast break. Turned the ball over 5 times. Boston made a lot of quality shots from the field and did damage in the painted area. Utilized good passes which helped open space and executed on the fast break. They were also effective behind the arc. Turnovers mounted and they lacked on second chance opportunities due to bad rebounding. Defense failed to stop mid range attempts and got crunched in the paint. Not to mention they kept second chance and fast break opportunities low. Shutdown the three pointer thanks to the Celtics closing out. To conclude the 4th quarter Porzingis would bury a stepback three pointer, 131-125. Boston shot 52% from the field with 2 three's made and gained 12 of their 62 total points in the paint. Snagged 0 second chance points and secured 0 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up 3 times too. The Celtics got quality shots to drop from the field and executed in the paint. Generated space off excellent ball transition and kept turnovers minimized. Now they had trouble capitalizing on second chance opportunities thanks to poor rebounding and slacked on the fast break. As for their defense they limited second chance scoring and sent Washington to the free throw line. They did get punished on the fast break and allowed three pointers to go in. Poor paint protection too. Boston scored 11 second chance points with 15 coming on the fast break, turned it over 13 times, finished 11 of 34 from deep and improved to a 40-12 record.
Kispert and Avdija both scored 24 points but it wasn't enough and the Wizards went down 129-133 to the Celtics. Washington lost 5 in a row and drop to a 6-20 record on the road. In the 1st quarter Kispert with 2:41 left hit a mid range floater, 27-23. In one Washington shot 55% from the field and scored 18 in the paint with 3 giveaways. Scored 0 second chance points and got 18 fast break points. Defense had 1 steal. 4 three poiners mters in 11 attempts. Washington got shots to drop from the field off excellent ball transition and attacked the paint. They were dominate on the fast break. Turnovers were in check too. The lacked second chance scoring due to bad rebounding and couldn't hit three's thanks to the Celtics defensive pressure. The defense couldn't limit mid range attempts and got torched in the paint. Took away second chance opportunities and eliminated three's by forcing contested tries. Then in quarter 2 Jordan Poole sunk a three point jumper while on the run, 62-62. Few possessions later Avdija laced a three pointer with 3 second left, 71-64. Washington ended this quarter on a 9-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Washington ended the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field while making 8 three's and tallied 8 in the paint. Secured 3 second chance points with 8 coming on the fast break. Lost the ball twice. The Wizards got effective be shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Moved the ball around well too. Capitalized on the fast break and protected the ball. Did good at the free throw line. Unfortunately, they continued their struggles behind the arc and showed insufficiency on second chance opportunities thanks to poor rebounding. Executed poorly in the paint. Defense were unable to slowdown mid range attempts and got punished in the paint. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Eliminated three pointers by effectively closing out. Washington was 12 for 28 behind the arc, scored 26 fast break points with 22 coming in the paint, gained 8 points off the Celtics 5 turnovers, piled 3 second chance baskets and went into halftime holding a 71-64 lead. Heading to the 3rd quarter Kispert drained a reverse layin, 87-97. The Wizards exited quarter 3 shooting 43% from the field while lacing 1 three pointer and tallied 10 in the paint. Earned 0 second chance points with 2 coming in the fast break. Washington from the interior got solid shots to go in on excellent ball rotation and thrashed Boston in the paint. Now the couldn't get three pointers to fall due to constant misses and turned it over way too much. Werent effective on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and struggled on the fast break. Defensively, they were unable to slowdown mid range attempts and permitted three pointers. More importantly they couldn't protect the paint and took away the fast break. In the 4th quarter Kuzma with 1:38 remaining hit a three point J, 119-127. Wizards shot an overall 40% and scored 10 in the paint. Gained 0 second chance points and got 8 on the fast break. Turned it over once. Washington got solid shots to fall whether it came from the field or three point territory and did well in the paint. Did hammering damage on the fast break and giveaways were low. Defensively, they made no efforts to stop mid range attempts and got hammered in the paint. Restricted three pointers by closing out the perimeter and limited second chance scoring. Denied the fast break. Washington picked up 42 points in the paint, had 3 second chance buckets with 36 being on the fast break, gave the ball up 12 times, were 20 for 47 beyond the arc and dropped down to a 9-42 record.
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ON THE MOVE: The Mavericks trade Grant Williams, Seth Curry and a 1st round pick to the Hornets for P.J. Washington. Offensively, P.J. Washington can hit quality shots from ethier the field or long range and finds the open target with good passes. Can rebound too. Defensively, he's an incredible shot blocker and defends well. He'll simply put the clamps on you. Washington is averaging 13.6 in points per game, 5.3 in rebounds per game and 2.2 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Jazz get Kevin Knox after trading Fontecchio and a 2024 NBA draft selection. Look, Kevin Knox on the offensive side does a great job of making mid range attempts and rebounds well. Keep note he doesn't WOW you scoring wise. Kevin Knox only problem is being consistent day in and day out. More importantly he needs to assist the ball better because this season he's averaging 0.7. Knicks is scoring 7.2 in points per game.
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BREAKING: The Thunder trade Bertans and Mann to the Hornets and in return they got Gordon Hayward. Now Hayward does most of his scoring damage in the paint by consistently attacking the rim and buries mid range attempts. He can hit three pointers as well. Whatever you do.....don't leave him open! He can also pass the effectively which creates quality assists and rebounds at a high level. As for his defensive skills Gordon can guard his opponents extremely well and forces contested attempts whether it's from the field or three point territory. Hayward is averaging 14.5 in points per game, 4.7 in rebounds and 4.6 in assists.
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Wednesday February 7th, 2024: Wiggins double double helped the Warriors take a 127-104 blowout Victory, over the 76ers. Golden State is 5-5 in ten games and won 2 straight. The Warriors through one shot 22% from the field with 1 three made and scored 8 in the paint. Turned it over 4 times as well. Had 0 second chance and fast break points. Defense forced 1 steal. Golden State couldn't get shots to fall from ethier the field or three point territory and struggled on the fast break. They were poor on second chance scoring due to bad rebounding but turnovers were low. Their defense had their fair share of problems defending mid range attempts and got crushed in the paint. At least they took away three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and restricted second chance scoring. Were able to slowdown the fast break too. Then in the 2nd quarter the Warriors got off to a 9-0 run after Kuminga drained a layup, 27-27. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Later on, Kuminga buried a finger roll layin, 48-45. The Warriors shot 13 of 21 from the field while going 4 for 9 beyond the arc and scored 14 of their 24 total points in the paint. Earned 5 second chance buckets and got 12 on the fast break. Golden State got shots to fall effectively from the field with good ball rotation and capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim. Showed effecientcy behind the arc and did excellent on second chance opportunities thanks to good rebounding. Dominated on the fast break but turned it over. Defense defended mid range and three point attempts. Took away second chance scoring and shutdown the fast break. Unfortunately, they torched in the paint. The Warriors scored 7 points off the Sixers 9 turnovers, tossed 13 assists and entered halftime with a 48-45 advantage. During the 3rd quarter Golden State earned a 8-0 run after Andrew Wiggins drilled a three pointer this going up 69-52. The Warriors gained this run due to the defense making stops and the offense score in transition. Now things got progressively worse for Philly after Klay Thompson hit a wide open three pointer, 86-61. The Warriors shot 50% from the field while going 6 of 7 behind the arc and scored 18 in the paint. Including 1 giveaway and piled up 6 second chance points. Got 7 on the fast break. The defense had 0 steals and 2 blocked shots. Golden State were knocking down quality weather it came from the field or long distance. Did heavy damage in the paint as players barreled to the rim and executed on second chance opportunities off great rebounding. Rarely turned it over and passed the ball effectively. Don't forget the used set screens to create space. For the defense they had some issues defending mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. They also eliminated second chance opportunities but struggled to stop the fast break. In conclusion, the Warriors late in the 4th quarter added the ulatamr dagger after Saric hit a layup, 106-85. Golden State ended quarter 4 shooting 50% from the field while making 5 three pointers on 15 attempts and piled 12 in the paint. Acquired 4 second chance buckets with 8 coming on the fast break. Coughed the ball up twice. The Warriors fom the field got a lot of quality shots to drop off terrific ball rotation and stayed sharp in the paint. They also protected the ball well and executed on the fast break. They slacked on second chance opportunities due to terrible rebounding and missed a buck of three's. The defense on the hand restricted mid range and three point tries. However, Golden State got creamed in the paint and couldn't takeaway second chance opportunities. Permitted points on the fast break. Warriors are placed 11th in the Western Conference while being two game beneath 500, finished 16 of 38 behind the arc, scored 54 in the paint, added 15 second chance buckets with 27 coming in the fast break and went up to a 23-25 record.
The 76ers against the Warriors suffered a tough 104-127 loss. Philadelphia is 3-7 through their last ten games and lost 3 in a row. Martin in quarter drive the lake and dropped off a layup, 20-12. Philly shot 43% from the field with 0 three's made on 6 attempts and tallied 20 in the paint. Added 4 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up 6 times. Defense gained 3 steals. Philadelphia from the field made quality shots off excellent ball movement and did damage in the paint. Too bad they lacked three point shooting due to constant misses and couldn't get going on the fast break. Insufficient in second chance opportunities thanks to poor rebounding and turnovers mounted. Defensively, they were able to limit mid range and three point attempts. They also shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Although, they allowed points in the paint. Shifting to the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Maxey would bury a stepback mid range jumper, 43-42 with 2:41 left. Philly shot 9 of 23 from the field with 2 three's made and scored 14 in the paint. Gained 2 second chance and fast break points as well. Gave the puck over 3 times. Defense added 3 steals. The 76ers were struggling to knock down shots from both the field and three point territory. Were poor on second chance and fast break opportunities. They were effective in the paint and turnovers were a non factor. For the defense they were unable to defend mid range and three point attempts. Got punished in the paint area and permitted second chance scoring. More importantly they gave up points on the fast break. The Sixers dished in 9 assists, scored 34 in the paint, recorded 6 second chance points with 4 coming in the fast break and went into halftime trailing 45-48. Approaching the midway point of the 3rd quarter K.J. Martin would sink a nicley made layup, 52-61. The 76ers shot 10 of 25 from the field with 2 three pointers made and punched 16 in the paint. Lost the ball twice too. Philly from the field got effective shots to go in off good ball movement and dominated the paint. We're effecient on the fast break and kept turnovers minimized but sucked on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. The defense had trouble restricting mid range and three point attempts. They got demolished on second chance and fast break scores as well. In the 4th quarter Ricky Council made a three pointer and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 101-123. Philly shot 12 of 27 from the field and 4 for 15 behind the arc with 3 turnovers. Attached 16 of their 66 total points in the paint and scored 10 second chance points. Coiled 7 on the fast break. Philadelphia had a rough time knocking down shots from both the field and three point territory. Luckily for them they executed in the paint and capitalized on the fast break. Also due to excellent rebounding it allowed for easy second chance opportunities and turnovers weren't bad. Defensively, Philly took away three point attempts by closing out aggressively and slowdown second chance scoring. Got beat on the fast break and were thrashed in the paint. Let's not forget they couldn't stop mid range tries. Philly ended their night by scoring 18 second chance points with 21 on the fast break, gained 19 points off the Warriors 12 giveaways, were able finish 8 of 32 from deep, lost the ball 14 times and fell down to a 30-20 record.
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BREAKING: The Knicks get Burks and Bogdanovic from the Pistons after trading Grimes, Arciidiacono, Flynn and some draft picks. First off, both players are quiet equal up to a certain degree. Each player can knockdown quality shots whether it comes from the field or three point territory. They can pass the ball which allows them to find the open man and rebounds well. The one difference in offense between the two is Bogdanovic attacks the paint and Burks doesn't. On defense they both force you into taking contested attempts from ethier the field or long distance. Between both players their averaging a combined 32.8 in points per game, 6.0 in rebounds per game and 4.1 in assists.
BREAKING: The Celtics got Xavier Tillman from the Grizzlies after trading 2 drafts picks. Now Xavier Tillman earns most of his points by consistently attacking the paint and every once in while he'll spot up a three pointer if open. Remember Tillman isn't necessarily a scorer but he does enough to help his team. Defensively though.....Tillman is a great rim protector and blocks shots. Tillman is averaging 6.0 in points per game, 4.6 in rebounds and 1.7 in assists.
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Sunday February 4th, 2024: The Magic knocked off the Pistons by a final score of 111-99. Orlando is four games above 500 and stand 6th place in the East. Late in the 1st quarter Jalen Suggs would bury a mid range jumper, 21-27. The Magic through one shot 47% from the field while making 1 three and added 14 in the paint. Secured 2 second chance points and gained 2 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up 4 times as well. The defense had 2 steals. Orlando took and made quality shots from the field and used good ball movement. Did damage in the paint by constantly attacking and kept turnovers low. Now they lacked three point shooting due to consistent misses and couldn't execute on the fast break. Were insufficient on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding. Defensively, they struggled to limit mid range attempts and got torched in the paint. Permitted points on the fast break. At least they shutdown three point shooting by closing out effectively and restricted second chance scoring. Going into the 2nd quarter Franz Wagner off a Palo Banchero pass dropped off a three point jumper, 45-41. Orlando ended quarter 2 by shooting 44% from the field and lacked 3 three pointers. Snagged 10 in the paint and turned it over twice. Earned 3 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. The Magic from the interior off good ball movement got quality shots to drop and attacked the paint. Turnovers were held to a minimum as well. Yet they struggled beyond the arc due to the Pistons smoothering defensive pressure and were cold on the fast break. Slacked on second chance scoring thanks to poor rebounding. Their defense limited three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and shutdown second chance opportunities. Eliminated the fast break too. They couldn't defend mid range attempts and got beat in the paint. Pistons were 3 of 3 at the free throw line, had 30 in the paint, secured 8 on the fast break and entered halftime with a 50-47 lead. Now during the 3rd quarter Markelle Fultz drained a mid range floater to extend the Magic's lead to 8, 72-64. The Magic shot 48% from the field while making 1 three pointer and scored 20 of their 48 total points in the paint. Pushed in 2 second chance buckets with 9 coming in the fast break. That includes 2 turnovers. Orlando from the field were effectively knocking down shots off terrific ball rotation and scored aggressively in the paint. They also did a tremendous job of executing on the fast break and turnovers were a non factor. They did struggle on second chance opportunities thanks to insufficient rebounding. On defense they had issues defending mid range attempts and got polished in the paint. Allowed points on the fast break but found ways to restrict three point shooting by aggressively closing out and shutdown second chance scoring. The Magic late in the 4th would take a 9 point lead after Wagner hit a three point jumper thus going up 103-94 with 5:22 left. The Magic shot 53% from the field while lacing 5 three pointers and tallied 14 of their 62 total points in the paint. Coughed the ball up twice and gained 3 second chance points. Along with 2 being on the fast break. Orlando got effective shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. Excellent ball transition and did great in the paint. However, Orlando performed poorly on second chance and fast break opportunities. Their defense failed to stop mid range attempts and gave up paint points. They also shutdown the fast break and eliminated second chance opportunities. Limited three poimt shooting as well. Magic went 10 for 24 behind the arc, acquired 10 second chance points with 13 coming on the fast break, lost the ball 10 times and bounced up to a 27-23 record.
The Pistons sustained a tough a 99-111 loss against the Magic. Detroit lost 3 in a row and sit last place in the Eastern Conference. In quarter 1 Duren cut to the rim for a nicley made layup, 21-12. The Pistons in one shot 54% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 20 in the paint. Tallied 2 second chance points and got 8 on the fast break. Turned it over 4 times as well. Defense forced 2 steals. Detroit shot the ball extremely well from the field and did heavy damage in the paint as players cut to the rim. Were effective on the fast break and turnovers were in check. They slacked on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding and couldn't get their three pointers to drop. Their defense had some trouble defending mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. Luckily they shutdown three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and took away second chance scoring. Approaching the 2nd quarter Cade Cunningham with 5 seconds left sunk a pull-up middle range J, 47-50. Detroit shot 44% from the field while making 0 three's on 4 attempts and scored 14 of their 28 total points in the paint. Gained 0 second chance and fast break points. Including 6 turnovers. The Pistons were knocking down solid shots from the field while utilizing excellent passes and did great in the paint. Unfortunately, they were suffering on second chance opportunities off terrible rebounding and were poor on the fast break. Did great at the charity stripe. Turnovers were a mess as well. As for the defense they had their fair share of issues defending mid range attempts and got thrashed in the paint. Limited second chance and fast break opportunities. Along with eliminating three pointers. Detroit went 4 of 8 from the free throw line, recorded 5 second chance points and slipped into halftime trailing 57-60. Then in the 3rd quarter Thompson would sink a three point jumper with 2:21 remaining, 66-76. Few possessions later Alec Burks buried a three point J, 71-76. The Pistons through three shot 42% from the field while lacing 4 three's on 15 attempts and recorded 12 in the paint. Secured 8 second chance points and got 2 on the fast break. Detroit from the field got a good variety of shots to go in and created separation off excellent ball movement. Also, due to effective rebounding it allowed for easy second chance buckets and giveaways were minimized. They were poor on the fast break though. The defense couldn't protect the paint and showed insufficiency to defend mid range attempts. They had an inability to stop the fast break but shutdown second chance scoring. During the 4th quarter Bogdanovic with 51 ticks left laced a three point jumper, 99-109. Detroit shot 45% from the field with 3 three's made and scored 8 in the paint. Lost the ball 3 times while scoring 2 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. Detroit got solid shots to drop from the field and generated separation space by dishing out good passes. Did some serious damage when scoring in the paint and did well on the fast break. Too bad they had three point shooting and struggled in second chance opportunities. Defense on the other hand wasn't able to defend mid range or three point attempts and got hammered in the paint. Now they did takeaway second chance and fast break opportunities. Detroit piled 50 in the paint with 15 turnovers, scored 6 points off the Magic's 10 giveaways, gained 14 fast break scores, finished 8 of 31 from deep and dropped down to a 6-43 record.
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Saturday February 3rd, 2024: The Nets knock off the 76ers 136-121. Brooklyn is 8 games beneath 500 and sit 11th place in the Eastern Conference. During the 1st quarter Cam Thomas drained a finger roll layin to give the Nets a 21-8 lead. Brooklyn shot 62% from the field with 6 made three's and scored 14 in the paint. Lost the ball 3 times and tallied 13 points in the fast break. Gained 3 second chance points as well. Defense had 1 steal. The Nets were making excellent shots from both the field and three point territory. Moved the ball with good passes and used screens to create separation. Were effective in the paint and capitalized on the fast break. Turnovers were low as well. Too bad they struggled on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Their defense limited mid range and three point attempts. Also took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Now they did get hammered in the paint. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter Cameron Johnson buried a three point jumper to go up 61-41. Brooklyn closed out quarter 2 shooting 54% from the field while going 5 for 11 behind the arc and gained 2 points in the paint. Scored 3 second chance buckets with 0 coming in the fast break. Gave the ball up 3 times too. The Nets were taking and making quality shots from the both the field and three point territory. Including great ball movement. They protected the ball well but they lacked second chance scoring due to bad rebounding and couldn't execute on the fast break. Were insufficient in the paint as well. Defensively, Brooklyn got torched in the paint and permitted second chance scoring. Luckily they took away three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and restricted mid range jumpers. Brooklyn was 12 of 26 from deep, scored 18 in the paint, earned 13 fast break points and went into halftime leading 67-51. Approaching the 3rd quarter Cam Thomas with 1:56 would drain a three point jumper off a Bridges pass, 100-75. off a Brooklyn shot 53% from the field and went 4 for 12 beyond the arc. Recorded 16 points in the paint and acquired 7 second chance buckets. Secured 6 on the fast break and gave the ball over twice. The Nets from the field shot the ball extremely well off terrific passes and did a better job in the paint as players cut to the cup. They did damage in second chance opportunities off excellent rebounding and rarely turned it over. Unfortunately, they lacked fast break scoring and struggled from long range. The defense was defending mid range and three point attempts well. They also got crushed on second chance and fast break opportunities. To conclude this game Cam Thomas in the 4th quarter hit a mid range floater, 127-97. The Nets shot 51% from the field while going 4 of 13 behind the arc and scored 14 in the paint. Gained 9 second chance points and got 0 on the fast break. Brooklyn got quality shots to fall from the field and moved the ball extremely by dishing out solid passes. Executed in the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities off excellent rebounding. They kept giveaways low. Now they struggled behind the arc thanks to a lot of misses. Their defense on the other hand showed poor effecientcy defending mid range and three point attempts. Got beat in the paint and couldn't slowdown the fast break but they restricted second chance scoring. Cam Thomas scored a 40 piece, finished 20 of 51 from deep, had 21 second chance scores with 15 coming in the fast break, turned it over 10 times and improved to a 20-28 record.
The 76ers against the Nets sustained a 121-136 loss. Philadelphia is 5-5 through ten games and sit 3rd place in the Atlantic Division. During quarter 1 Maxey would barrel to the rim for a contested finger roll layin, 14-21. The Sixers were on a 6-0 run that was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Philly through the first 12 minutes shot 30% from the field with 0 three's made and scored 14 points in the paint. Turned it over once and went 8 of 8 from the free throw line. Snagged 0 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. The defense secured 3 steals. Philadelphia from both the field and long distance couldn't get shots to fall and moved the ball poorly. Not to mention they struggled on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and couldn't execute on the fast break. Most of their points came in the paint and at the free throw line. Defensively, they were struggling to takeaway mid range and three point attempts. They couldn't protect the paint and got worked on the fast break. At least they shutdown second chance scoring. Jumping to the 2nd quarter Maxey with 4:11 left sunk a three point jumper but trailed 39-56. Philly shot 37% from the field with 3 three pointers made and scored 16 in the paint. Snagged 7 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. Including 1 turnoer. Philadelphia from the field were unable knock down shots and struggled beyond the arc due to constant misses. Now they did heavy damage in the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to effective rebounding. Turnovers were no issue either. Their defense on the other hand couldn't defend mid range or three point attempts. Although, they shutdown second chance opportunities and slowed the fast break. Philly had 30 in the paint, earned 7 second chance points with 8 coming on the fast break, had 22 total rebounds and entered halftime trailing 51-67. We now transition to the 3rd quarter, where Patrick Beverley drove the lane and dropped off a reverse layin, 78-102. The 76ers shot an overall 30% and scored 14 in the paint. Tallied 6 second chance points and gained 2 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up twice. Philadelphia still struggling to knockdown shots from the field and lacked three point shooting due to consistent misses. With that being said....they did great in the paint and dominated on the fast break. Turnovers were no where to be found ethier. Their defense had problems defending mid range attempts and got thrashed in the paint. They allowed second chance scoring. Shifting to the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Jaden Springer delivered a hard slam, 121-134. The Sixers shot 45% from the field while making 6 three's on 10.attempts and scored 16 in the paint. Posted 4 second chance points and got 15 on the fast break. Gave it up once as well. The 76ers from the field with good ball rotation got effective shots drop and made a lot of quality three's. Dominated in the paint and capitalized on the fast break. Turnovers were in check. Now they couldn't execute on second chance opportunities due to weak rebounding. Their defense limited mid range attempts and shutdown second chance scoring. Now they got punished in the paint but took away three point shooting by closing out effectively. Philly scored 62 points in the paint, coughed the ball up 5 total times while going 12 of 29 beyond the arc, gained 18 second chance buckets with 29 being in the fast break and fell off to a 30-18 record.
Friday February 2nd, 2024: The Nuggets drop the Trail Blazers by a final score of 120-108. Denver is standing 3rd place in the Northwest Division and moved to a 20-4 record at home. In the 1st quarter Michael Porter hammered down a slam, 22-12. The Nuggets in one shot 54% from the field while going 4 of 11 behind the arc. Scored 16 in the paint and acquired 7 second chance points. Added 8 on the fast break and turned it over twice. Denver from the field off excellent ball movement got quality shots to fall and executed in the paint. They also capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities. Low turnovers too. Too bad they lacked three point shooting due to constant misses. Defensively, they limited fast break scoring while defending mid range and three point attempts. Got lit up in the paint and took away second chance scoring. Moving to the 2nd quarter Caldwell with 4:17 left would hit a running layin, 50-47. The Nuggets shot 44% from the field with 4 turnovers and scored 12 in the paint. Secured 5 second chance points and got 1 on the fast break. Turned it over 4 times as well. Now the Nuggets created open space by dishing out good passes and it led quality shots making from the field. They were still sharp in the paint as players cut to the cup and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding. Turnovers weren't as bad either. They were still struggling on the fast break and couldn't get buckets to drop beyond three point territory. Defensively, they had their fair share of issues defending mid range and three point attempts while getting punished on the fast break. They limited second chance scoring as well. Denver was 8 of 23 from deep, had 28 in the paint, 10 fast break points and went into halftime leading 59-55. Heading to quarter 3 Caldwell Pope would drop off a three point J to extend the Nuggets lead to 11, 86-75. The Nuggets shot 50% from the field with 1 giveaway and scored 18 points in the paint. Snagged 6 second chance buckets and earned 0 on the fast break. Made 1 three pointer too. Defense had 0 steals to add on. Denver shot the ball effectively from the field while attacking the paint and fired quality passes. Also due to good rebounding it led to easy second chance opportunities and turnovers were no where to be found. They lacked fast break scoring and struggled beyond the arc off the Trail Blazers smoothering defensive pressure. The defense on the other hand showed poor effecientcy defending mid range attempts and got thrashed in the paint. Although, Denver denied second chance and fast break scores. We now turn our attention toward the 4th quarter, where Murray drained a three point jumper thus going up 118-106. Denver ended the 4th by shooting 50% from the field with 3 three pointers acquired and recorded 14 in the paint. Gave the ball over once and scored 2 second chance points. Added 3 on the fast break. The Nuggets were generating space off good passes being made and got quality shots to drop from the field. They couldn't be stopped in the paint and turnovers were no issue. Too bad they were insufficient from long distance due to a alot misses and performed poorly on the fast break. Were terrible on second chance opportunities because they couldn't crash the offensive glass for rebounds. Defensively, Denver struggled to limit mid range attempts and didn't protect the paint. However, they lockdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Not to mention they stopped three point shooting by closing out aggressively. Denver posted 60 in the paint, gained 20 second chance buckets with 11 being on the fast break, turned it over 11 times and improved to a 34-16 record.
The Trail Blazers suffered a 108-120 loss against the Nuggets. Portland fell toa 6-21 record in the road and sit last place in the Northwest Division. So in the 1st quarter Malcom Brogdon would bury contested layup, 18-31. The Trail Blazers through one shot 30% from the field with 2 three's made and attached 12 in the paint. Gained 7 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. 4 assists too. Portland was cold from both the field and three point territory because they couldn't get buckets to fall. Poor ball movement and lacked fast break scoring. Now turnovers were low and did damage in the paint. Their defense were unable to defend mid range and three point attempts. Got torched on second chance and fast break opportunities. Luckily they took away three pointers by closing out effectively. Then in quarter 2 Deandre Ayton off a Andernee Simons pass sunk a slam and were on a 10-0 run, 39-40. The Trail Blazers run was sparked by the defense getting stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Trail Blazers shot 45% from the field while going 4 of 7 beyond the arc and scored 14 in the paint. Snagged 0 second chance points and gained 8 on the fast break. Portland from the field shot the ball much better and delivered solid passes. They were damaging in the paint and excellent on the fast break. They showed effecientcy behind the arc and turnovers were rare. Were solid at the free throw line too. The defense struggled to restrict mid range attempts and got beat in the paint. They couldn't shutdown second chance scoring ethier. At least they slowed down the fast break. Portland had a total of 28 in the paint, scored 12 second chance buckets with 8 coming on the fast break, gave the ball up 6 times and entered halftime down 55-59. Going to the 3rd quarter Andernee Simons late would sink a step back three pointer to bring Portland within ten, 70-80. Portland shot 43% from the field with 3 three's made and tallied 8 points in the paint. Secured 3 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. The Trail Blazers from the interior got shots to go in effectively and moved the ball with good passes. They stayed effecient in the paint and turnovers were low. Now they were poor on both second chance and fast break opportunities. They couldn't perform behind the arc due to consistent misses. Their defense took away fast break scoring but got hammered in the paint and couldn't defend mid range attempts. In the late stages of the 4th quarter Simons would hit a reverse layin with 1:22 to go, 108-118. Portland capped quarter 4 shooting 46% from the field while making 1 three and secured 14 points in the paint. Lost the ball twice and smeered in 1 second chance point with 4 coming on the fast break. Portland shot the ball extremely well from the field off excellent ball rotation and did heavy damage in the paint. The Trail Blazers also protected the ball. So they were slacking on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and couldn't convert on the fast break. Their defense had issues defending mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. Now they did stop three point shooting by taking away open looks and restricted the fast break. Shutdown second chance scoring. Portland finished 10 of 28 from deep, had 50 in the paint with 8 giveaways, scored 11 second chance points while earning 18 on the fast break and fell off to a 15-34 record.
INJURY UPDATE: So Julius Randle is ruled out for the next 2 to 3 weeks. Keep note this could take Randle out of the All Star game. So Julius Randle dislocated his shoulder in the final minutes of a Knicks 129-109 win against the Heat back on Saturday after landing hard on the floor. He instantly clutched at his injury. Randle in 2023-2024 is averaging 24 points per game, 9.2 in rebounds per game and a 5.0 in assists.
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INJURY UPDATE: Embiid tore his meniscus in a 107-119 loss against the Warriors back on Tuesday and will miss the next 2 weeks. This will also take Embiid out of the All Star game. So Joel Embiid suffered his injury occurred in the 4th quarter after Kuminga fell on his knee while retrieving a loose ball. Embiid was instantly in pain and clutched at his knee. In 34 games Embiid is averaging 35.3 in points per game, 11.3 in assists and 5.7 in rebounds.
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Thursday February 1st, 2024: No LeBron James or Anthony Davis but the Lakers still got the job done by snagging a 114-105 Victory, over the Celtics. LA moved back to 500 and sit 9th place in the West. In the 1st quarter Rui Hachinura buried a three point jumper, 22-15. The Lakers were in an 8-0 run thanks to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. LA shot an overall 30% and tallied 10 in the paint. Lost the ball twice while scoring 5 second chance points and got 5 on the fast break. Defense recorded 7 steals. The Lakers from the interior off excellent ball movement got quality shots to go in and executed in the paint. They also dominated second chance opportunities due to tremendous rebounding and capitalized on the fast break. Did great at the free throw line. Unfortunately, they struggled behind the arc off consistent misses. Defensively, they used their quick hands which forced the Celtics into turning it over and limited second chance scoring. They were beat on the fast break and have to protect the paint. They need to restrict mid range attempts as well. During the 2nd quarter Austin Reaves laced a three pointer this going up 52-44. This would be Reaves 5th made three. LA ended quarter 2 shooting 40% from the field with 8 three pointers made and added 4 points in the paint. Secured 3 giveaways and scored 0 second chance buckets. Got 7 on the fast break. Offensively, Los Angeles from the field got solid shots to drop on good ball movement and turnovers were low. They also shot the ball effectively beyond three point territory and did great on the fast break. Not to mention they created space by setting screens. Too bad they were struggling on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and performed poorly in the paint. Defensively, LA shutdown three pointers by forcing contested attempts and restricted the paint by clogging gaps. Now they got crunched on second chance and fast break opportunities. Couldn't limit mid range attempts either. LA was 3 of 6 from the free throw line, gained 12 fast break points with 14 in the paint and entered halftime leading 69-46. Heading to the midway point of the 3rd quarter Jaxson Hayes off a Russell pass barreled to the rim for a hard slam, 81-71. The Lakers shot 41% from the field with 3 three's made and scored 10 in the paint. Coughed the ball up twice while scoring 5 second chance points and acquired 5 on the fast break. Los Angeles on terrific ball rotation knocked down quality from the field and did devastating damage in the paint. Due to excellent rebounding it allowed for easy second chance opportunities and executed on the fast break. Turnovers were no where to be found. It's just unfortunate that LA had issues beyond the arc due to frequent misses. The defense couldn't defend mid range or three point attempts and got beat in the paint. Got thrashed on the fast break but shutdown second chance scoring. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Russell late buried a critical three pointer, 110-98. Los Angeles shot 40% from the field with 3 three pointers acquired and added 8 in the paint. Scored 2 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. 0 turnovers as well. The Lakers from the field were getting shots to fall effeciently on good ball movement and did well in the paint. Turnovers once again were limited. Now they slightly struggled on second chance opportunities and were insufficient on the fast break. On defense they lockdown three point shooting and restricted the fast break. They permitted second chance scoring and got beat down in the paint. Had some issues defending mid range attempts as well. Lakers recorded 12 second chance points while gaining 21 on the fast break, had 32 in the paint, finished 19 of 36 beyond the arc and moved up to a 25-25 record.
The Celtics took the Lakers lightly without their star players and it led to 105-114 loss. Boston dropped down to a 22-3 record at home and their 2-Game win streak was snapped. In quarter 1 Sam Hauser with 51 seconds left sunk a fading three point jumper, 23-28. This was Hauser's second made three in a row. The Celtics through Boston in one shot 52% from the field with 3 three's made and scored 12 in the paint. Snagged 4 second chance points with 5 coming on the fast break and turned it over 9 times. Defense had 4 blocked shots. The Celtics were struggling to sink three pointers thanks to constant misses and lacked second chance scoring. More importantly turnovers mounted. Now the Celtics from the field off good passes got solid shots to fall and did well in the paint. Executed on the fast break too. Their defense took away three point shooting by closing out effectively and blocked shots but they couldn't stop second chance and fast break opportunities. Got hammered in the paint as well. Then in the 2nd quarter Jayson Tatum off a Jaylen Brown assist dropped off a three pointer, 46-55. The Celtics in the 2nd shot 40% from the field while going 4 of 15 from deep and scored 6 in the paint. Nabbed 8 second chance points and got 5 on the fast break. Turned it over 3 times. Boston spaced the field with excellent passes which led quality shots makes from the field and did extremely well on the fast break. Turnovers weren't as bad either. Now they struggled in the paint and lacked second chance scoring due to terrible rebounding. The defense on the other hand eliminated the paint by plugging open space and shutdown second chance scoring. Now they were struggling to defend mid range and three point attempts. Got punished on the fast break too. Boston scored 18 in the paint, turned it over 12 total times, attached 12 second chance points with 10 coming on the fast break and slipped into halftime facing a 46-60 deficit. Moving to the late stages of the 3rd quarter Jayson Tatum would bury a much needed three pointer, 71-77. Boston was on a 17-7 run thanks to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Boston shot 41% from the field and recorded 8 in the paint with 0 turnovers. Tallied 3 second chance buckets and got 5 on the fast break. Along with 3 three's punched in. The Celtics moved the ball well by delivering good passes and generated space by using set screens. They also shot the ball extremely well weather it came from the field or three point territory. Did tremendous on the fast break and turnovers were held in check. To make matters even better they performed in the paint as players cut to the rim. Granite, they showed poor execution on second chance opportunities. The defense had their fair share of issues when defending mid range attempts and permitted points in the paint. They got hammered on second chance and fast break opportunities. At least they took away three point shooting by using their smoothering defensive pressure. Now in the 4th quarter Porzingis with 2:30 left hammered down a dunk, 100-110. Boston shot 42% from the field while making 3 three's and scored 12 of their 38 points in the paint. Gained 6 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. 3 turnovers to go along. The Celtics from the field were knocking down excellent shots and moved the ball by dishing out solid passes. Did heavy damage in the paint and dominated second chance scoring by rebounding effectively. Turnovers were low as well. Although, Boston were slacking on the fast break and down the strech they matched the Lakers basket for basket. On defense they stopped three point shooting by closing out aggressively and shutdown second chance opportunities. However, defending mid range attempts was tough and they got torched in the paint. Also, bottled up the fast break. Boston went 16 for 48 behind the arc, added 21 second chance points with 15 coming on the fast break, were 7 of 7 at the charity stripe and staggered to a 37-12 record.
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Tuesday January 30th, 2024: The Celtics squeeze past the Pacers by a final score of 129-124. Boston still sitting 1st place and won 2 in a row. Midway through quarter 1 Jaylen Brown barrelled to the rim for a nicely made layup, 20-12. Afterwards, Derrick White off a Porzingis assist dropped off a three point jumper, 31-21. Boston in one shot 51% from the field with 5 three's made and scored 18 in the paint. Scored 2 second chance and fast break points while turning it over 0 times. Defense forced 2 steals. The Celtics off good ball movement got quality shots from the field and three and three point territory. By the way they also used screens to create separation. They did heavy damage in the paint as players cut to the rim and turnovers were a non factor. Now they struggled on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding and lacked fast break scoring. The defense did a tremendous job of eliminating mid range and three point attempts. They had issues defending second chance scores and weren't protecting the paint. Even had some problems shutting down the fast break. During the late stages of the 2nd quarter Jayson Tatum went to the rim and buried a contested layup, 63-51. Few possessions later Derrick White would drop off a mid range floater, 65-51. Boston was steaming hot from the field because they couldn't miss. At this time Boston was 10 of 17 beyond three point territory. Boston ended the 2nd by shooting an overall 60% and added 8 in the paint. Tallied 2 turnovers and scored 0 second chance buckets. Including 9 on the fast break. Boston generated space by utilizing good passes and set screens. They also shot the ball effectively from both the field and beyond three point territory. Boston was unstoppable in the paint as players continued to cut to the rim and turnvers stayed low. They were more aggressive on second chance opportunities due to excellent rebounding and capitalized at the free throw line. Defensively, they showed their struggles in defending mid range attempts and got torched on second chance baskets. They were beat up in the paint as well. Now they took away three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and shutdown the fast break. Boston was 11 for 18 behind the arc, had 26 points in the paint, snagged 11 on the fast break and went into half leading 81-66. Approaching the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Derrick White would drill a much needed three pointer to give the Celtics a 104-98 lead. The Celtics closed out quarter 3 by shooting 56% from the field while going 4 of 9 from deep and scored 12 in the paint. Scored 2 second chance points and got 3 on the fast break. Coughed the ball up 3 times. Boston knocked down quality shots from the field on good ball rotation and thrashed the defense inside the paint. They also made three's and kept turnovers in check. Too bad they struggled on both second chance and fast break opportunities. Poor rebounding to go along. Their defense had a tough defending mid range attempts and got tossed around in the paint. To make matters more difficult they couldn't restrict second chance scoring and showed no ability to stop three pointers. At least they took away the fast break. We now transition to the 4th quarter, where Jayson Tatum hit a clutch three point jumper, 118-108. The Celtics off great ball transition got a lot of quality shots makes to fall from the field and executed at the free throw line. Now turnovers mounted while struggling in both second chance and fast break opportunities. Just terrible rebounding in this quarter and couldn't capitalize on the paint. Offense made key shots down the stretch. Defensively, they couldn't restrict mid range and three point attempts. They allowed second chance points and got stomped in the paint. Boston did limit the fast break and in crunch time they forced the Pacers to miss critical shots. Also added two critical shot blocks. Celtics scored 44 in the paint, finished 17 of 36 behind the arc with 10 turnovers, snagged 17 fast break points and went up to a 37-11 record.
The Pacers had a stellar second half but their rally was cut short after going down 124-129 against the Celtics. Indiana is 4-6 through ten games and sit 6th place in the East. In quarter 1 Haliburton Buddy Held would sink a three point jumper, 15-20. The Pacers through one shot an overall 30% and tallied 16 in the paint. Added 7 second chance scores and got 4 on the fast break. The defense had 0 steals. The Pacers created space by dishing out good passes and setting screens but they couldn't get baskets to fall from ethier the field or three point territory. Most of their points came in the paint, off the fast break and executed on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding. Defense couldn't defend mid range or three point attempts and got punished in the paint. Now they did take away second chance and fast break scoring. Then during the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Hailburton at the buzzer sunk a three point jumper, 66-81. Indiana walked into halftime down 66-81. The Pacers exited quarter 2 shooting 44% from the field and scored 12 in the paint. They were knocking down 38% beyond the arc and recorded 10 second chance points. Acquired 0 on the fast break. Indiana from the field were shooting the ball better as they got buckets to drop and dominated in the paint. Also, thanks to quality rebounding it allowed easy for second chance opportunities and turnovers remained small. Let's not go get they found space by delivering good passes and set screens. Did excellent on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and were effcient at the charity stripe. It's just unfortunate that they still lacked fast break scoring and struggled behind the arc. Their defense couldn't limit mid range or three point attempts and got plastered in the paint. They also gave up points on the fast break. Granite, the Pacers restricted second chance scoring. Indiana scored 28 in the paint, attached 14 second chance points with 4 on the fast break, turned it over 3 times and entered halftime??. Heading to the 3rd quarter the Pacers would rally back and force a tie after Siakam hit a three pointer, 91-91. Indiana by this point started making shots and the defense forced stops. Indiana in 3 shot 47% from the field with 5 three's made and recorded 18 in the paint. Snagged 14 second chance points and got 3 on the fast break. Including 3 giveaways. The Pacers were able find the open man by firing good passes which led to solid shot making from the field. They did a ton of damage in the paint and executed on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding. Turnovers weren't that bad ethier. With that being said.....Indiana lacked fast break scoring. The defense couldn't stop mid range attempts and were getting crushed in the paint. Can't exclude their inability to limit three pointers. Anyways, they shutdown second chance and fast break scoring. Moving to the midway mark of the 4th quarter Siakam with 4:13 left would hit a fading mid range J, 116-123. Indiana from both the field and three point territory got solid shots to fall on excellent ball movement. Also used the screen to create space. Turnovers weren't bad and did quality damage in the paint. Had issues on the fast break and down the strech they matched the Celtics basket for basket. For the defense they had a problem restricting mid range attempts and shutdown the paint by clogging gaps. Eliminated second chance and fast break opportunities. The Pacers ended 12 of 39 from deep, tallied 64 in the paint, scored 31 second chance buckets and dropped off to a 27-21 record.
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Saturday January 27th, 2024: The 76ers sustained a 105-111 loss when facing the Nuggets. Philadelphia is standing 3rd place in the East and lost 2 in a row. Paul Reed in the 1st quarter brought Philadelphia within three after hitting a mid range jumper, 23-26. The 76ers in one shot 65% from the field with 4 giveaways and scored 18 in the paint. Added 0 second chance points with 3 coming in the fast break. Defense had 3 steals. The 76ers from the field off excellent ball movement got solid shots to fall and did damage in the paint. Too bad they couldn't execute in second chance opportunities thanks to poor rebounding and were insufficient on the fast break. Three point shooting wasn't effective ethier due to constant misses and lost the ball quiet a few times. Defense needed to do a better job of defending mid range attempts and start taking away three pointers. Let's not forget they got knocked around in the paint and struggled to limit second chance opportunities. Now they they did use their quick hands to cause a couple of turnovers and executed off takeaways. Approaching the late stages of the 2nd quarter??. The 76ers exited the 2nd spotting in 66% from the field and made 3 three's with 16 points in the paint. Snagged 2 second chance buckets and got 6 on the fast break. Including 3 giveaways. Philadelphia moved the ball with solid passes and got quality shots to drop from the field. Did punishing damage in the paint as players cut to the rim and executed on the fast break. Turnovers were a non factor. By the way both teams were good at the free throw line. Anyways, their struggling to capitalize on second chance opportunities thanks to bad rebounding and three point shooting was in-effective. Defense couldn't limit mid range attempts and let three pointers fall. They gave up second chance points and didn't protect the paint. They kept fast break opportunities in check though. Sixers scored 2 second chance points, had 34 in the paint and went into halftime down 62-64. We now turn our attention to the 3rd quarter, where Kelly Oubre drilled a layup with 5:15 left and it forced Denver to call a timeout, 74-78. Thereafter, Korkmaz would drain a contested three pointer, 84-84. Philly shot 61% from the field while lacing 2 three's and punched 16 in the paint. Reeled in 6 second chance points and got 2 on the fast break. Managed to turn it over 3 times. Philadelphia from the field continued to get quality buckets to fall and opened lanes with solid passes. They did a fair amount of damage in the paint and executed on second chance opportunities off great rebounding. Tremendous ball protection too. Now they couldn't get their three pointers to go in and lacked fast break scoring. As far as the defense goes they were poor at defending mid range attempts and let the three's fall. No paint protection was provided ethier. However, they eliminated second chance and fast break opportunities. So in the 4th quarter Reed with 1:38 sunk a three point J, 101-104. Philly shot 53% from the field with 0 three's made and scored 6 points in the paint. Coiled 2 second chance scores and got 0 on the fast break. 1 turnover as well. The 76ers were draining good selections from the field and set each other up with nice passes. Turnovers rarely occured. Now they were performing poorly on both second chance and fast break opportunities. Terrible three point shooting and barely scored in the paint. They just matched Denver basket for basket down the strech. The defense couldn't provide paint protection and limiting mid range attempts was tough to do. Turned away three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and shutdown the paint by plugging lanes. Eliminated second chance and fast break scores as well. Too bad the defense in crunch time let up too many buckets. Philly scored 60 in the paint, had 11 fast break points with 10 second chance buckets, turned it over 11 times to the Nuggets 7 and fell off to a 29-15 record.
Jokic 's double double helped the Nuggets past the 76ers by a final score of 111-105. Denver is sitting 4th place in the Western Conference and are 18-4 at home. In quarter 1 Aaron Gordon off a Jokic pass hammered down the slam, 22-13. Nuggets couldn't miss from the field. The Nuggets through one shot 50% from the field with 4 three pointers and scored 16 in the paint. Secured 5 second chance points and got 0 on the fast break. Defense tallied 2 steals. Denver shot the ball extremely well weather it came from the field or long distance. Created space with good ball movement and dominated in the paint. Not to mention they capitalized on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding and turnovers were low. Struggled in the fast break though. The defense took away three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and shutdown second chance scoring. Eliminated fast break opportunities and use their quick hands to force turnovers. Unfortunately, Denver couldn't defend mid range attempts and got beat in the paint. Going to the 2nd quarter Gordon midway in hit a three point jumper, 50-47. Denver closed out quarter 2 shooting 52% from the field while going 4 for 9 beyond three point territory and scored 8 in the paint. Scored 7 second chance points with 4 coming in the fast break. Denver were getting shots to go in from the field and hit three pointers. They also created space with good ball rotation and used screens. Did well in the paint and due to excellent rebounding it led easy second chance scoring. Ball was protected as well. Now they were insufficient on the fast break. Defense shutdown three point shooting by closing out effectively and restricted second chance scoring. It's just unfortunate that they couldn't slowdown fast break opportunities and got destroyed in the paint. Had issues defending mid range attempts too. Denver filed 22 paint points, threw in 12 second chance scores and slipped into halftime leading 64-62. Moving into the 3rd quarter Jokic off a Porter assist drained a mid range jumper and it pushed the Nuggets lead to 8, 78-70. Denver shot 49% from the field with 2 three pointers and picked up 10 points in the paint. Earned 0 second chance buckets and gained 0 on the fast break. They also turned it over twice. The Nuggets from the field were getting effecient shots to fall on good ball movement and worked well in the paint. Rare turnovers to go along. Here's the bad thing......they were terrible on both second chance and fast break opportunities. Now the defense still showed no ability to slowdown mid range attempts and were lit up in the paint. Stopping second chance scores was tough but they eliminated three point attempts and kept fast break opportunities low. Heading to the 4th quarter Gordon would drive to the paint for a finger roll layin, 101-96. Denver concluded the 4th quarter shooting 45% from the field while making 1 three pointer and acquired 4 in the paint. Had 4 second chance scores with 1 fast break point. Coughed the ball up 0 times. The Nuggets put this quarter away by knocking down solid shots from the field and generated open looks by making quality passes or setting screens. Turnovers weren't bad either. They were poor behind the arc due to consistent misses and lacked fast break opportunities. Struggled on second chance opportunities thanks to bad rebounding and couldn't capitalize in the paint. Look, this offense down the strech made critical baksets. Defense had their issues defending mid range attempts and got drilled in the paint. At least they shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Lockdown three point shooting by taking away open looks and eliminated the paint by clogging gaps. Defensively, they forced Philly late to miss key baskets. Denver ended with 38 paint points, added 16 second chance scores and went up to a 32-15 record.
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Friday January 26thz 2024: The Bucks got dropped against the Cavaliers after going down 100-112. Milwaukee is sitting 2nd place in the Eastern Conference and are 6-4 through their last ten. Bobby Portis in the 1st quqrter with 3:32 to go dropped off a mid range jumper which brought the Bucks within six, 15-21. Milwaukee ended the 1st quarter shooting 41% from the field with 3 three's made and tallied 12 in the paint. Acquired 3 second chance points and earned 5 on the fast break. The Bucks were getting solid shots to fall from the field off quality passes and attacked the paint by cutting effectively. Executed at the charity stripe and dominated the fast break. Unfortunately, they struggled to score on second chance opportunities. Insufficient behind the arc thanks constant misses and turned it over. The defense got hammered in the paint and couldn't protect second chance opportunities. Got beat in the fast break too. Now they did takeaway three point shooting by consistently closing out and defended mid range attempts. Moving to the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Lillard with 2:54 hit a step back three pointer 53-50. Milwaukee in the 2nd shot 50% from the field while lacing 3 three's and recorded 10 in the paint. Attached 4 turnovers while scoring zero second chance points and secured 1 on the fast break. The Bucks from the field off good ball movement were sinking quality shots and did damage in the paint. It's just unfortunate that Milwaukee was still struggling beyond three point territory due to the Cleveland's constant defensive pressure and lacked second chance scoring. Insufficient on the fast break as well. Did well in ball protection though. For the defense they shutdown three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and took away the paint by clogging open lanes. Eliminated fast break chances and defended mid range attempts but had problems stopping second chance points. Bucks were 6 for 15 from deep, scored 22 in the paint and entered halftime with a 57-54 lead. During the 3rd quarter Jae Crowder off a Gainnis Antetkounmpo assist hit a three pointer, 71-77. Milwaukee shot 44% from the field while going 4 for 10 beyond the arc and lost the ball 6 times. 4 second chance points with 2 coming in the fast break. Scored 6 in the paint. The Bucks from the field were getting good shot selections to fall and created space off good passes. Set screens to also generate separation. Did much better on second chance opportunities off effective rebounding. They showed issues from deep due to the Cavaliers smoothering defensive pressure and were terrible on the fast break. Were horrible inside the paint and had poor ball protection. Defense took away mid range attempts and denied three pointers by effectively closing out. Let's not forget they shutdown second chance scoring. Now they got messed up in the paint and allowed points on the fast break. Not many turnovers were enforced ethier. Transitioning to the 4th quarter Lillard would sink a stepback three pointer but the Bucks trailed 93-104 with 3:29 left. Milwaukee shot 40% from the field with 3 three's made and dialed 6 in the paint. Scored 6 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Accumulated 3 turnovers too. First off, Milwaukee gained space by making solid passes and used screens. They also shot the ball extremely well from the field and turnovers were held in check. Showed dominance on the offensive board as it led to easy second chance points. Had their fair share of issues from long range due to constant misses and lacked fast break scoring. To make their situation worse they were unable to attack the paint. On the defensive side they weren't minusing mid range attempts and couldn't protect the paint. Gave up three's as well. At least they lockdown second chance and fast break opportunities. Bucks turned in 34 paint points, scored 13 second chance buckets with 10 coming in the fast break, gave the ball up 18 times and staggered down to a 32-14 record.
The Cavaliers slid past the Bucks after picking up a 112-100 win. Cleveland is 9-1 through ten games and moved up to a 12-8 road record. In quarter 1 Jarrett Allen extended the Cavaliers lead by three after sinking a mid range hook from inside the paint, 23-20. The Cavs in one shot 37% from the field with 3 three's made and scored 12 in the paint. Mounted 6 points off 5 turnovers. Secured 6 second chance points and got 10 on the fast break. Including 3 turnovers. Cleveland from the field and deep were struggling to knock down shots. A lot of their points came in the paint and at the free throw line. More importantly they executed on second chance opportunities off good rebounding and dominated on the fast break. Had solid ball protection as well. Poor ball movement though. For the defense they took away three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and restricted second chance scoring. Don't forget they used their quick hands to cause turnovers and executed off takeaways. Now they did get beat inside the paint and couldn't limit mid range attempts. Allowed points on the fast break. Heading to the late stages of the 2nd quarter Donovan Mitchell would bury a step back three pointer, 54-55. Cleveland through two shot an overall 30% and scored 6 in the paint. That includes 4 giveaways while scoring 4 second chance points and gained 2 on the fast break. The Cavaliers were shooting cold from the both the field and three point territory. Ball movement was still in-effective and did no damage in the paint. Now they capitalized on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding and turnovers weren't that bad. Defensively, they were unable limit mid range attempts and got beat down in the paint. Luckily they took away three pointers and shutdown second chance scoring. Allowed points on the fast break. Cavs were 7 of 20 beyond the arc, had 18 in the paint and went into the half down by three 54-57. We now transition to the 3rd quarter, where Niang delivered a mid range floater, 78-71. The Cavs shot an overall 30% while losing the ball 3 times and punched 12 in the paint. To add on they snagged 3 second chance buckets and picked up 8 on the fast break. The Cavaliers shot the ball poorly weather it be from the field or long distance. Showed no effectiveness on second chance scoring due to bad rebounding. Turnovers were a non factor and they did well on the fast break. By the way they were a force when attacking the paint. For the defense they had trouble defending mid range attempts and couldn't stop second chance opportunities. At least they shutdown the paint by clogging lanes and restricted three point shooting. In conclusion, during the latter parts of the 4th quarter Mitchell with 2 seconds to go knocked down a three point J, 112-100. The Cavs shot 41% from the field while going 4 of 9 behind the arc and scored 14 points in the paint. Lost the ball 3 times as well. Cleveland shot the ball effeciently from the field off good ball transition and showed no mercy in the paint. To make matters even better they did well behind the arc. Also, turnovers were in-active and executed at the free throw line. Then on defense they couldn't defend mid range attempts and forced little turnovers. Now they slowed down fast break scoring and restricted the paint by plugging lanes. Minimized their three pointers by closing out aggressively. With standing that.....Cleveland allowed points on second chance opportunities. It's real simple.... Cleveland down the stretch forced the Bucks to miss key baskets. Cavs scored 15 second chance points while gaining 20 on the fast break, coughed the ball up 13 times with 44 points in the paint, secured 20 assists and improved to a 27-16 record.
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Thursday January 25th, 2024: The Wizards go down against the Jazz by a final score of 108-128. Washington lost 6 in a row and sit 14th place in the Eastern Conference. In the 1st quarter Corey Kispert barrelled to the rim and buried a contested layup, 20-32. Toward the late stages of this quarter Avdija off a Jordan Poole pass hammered down the slam, 24-34. Wizards were effective from the field. The Wizards through one shot 54% from the field with 1 three made and tallied 18 in the paint. That includes 4 giveaways and and 11 poikts on the fast break. Gained 1 second chance point as well. The Wizards off good ball movement got quality shots to fall from the field and attacked the paint as players cut to the rim. They also showed dominance on the fast break and executed at the free throw line. Kept turnover low as well. Now they struggle from deep due to Utah's defense forcing contested attempts. Along with poor execution on second chance opportunities off bad rebounding. For defense they need to start limiting three pointers and stop paint interactions. Got torched on second chance and fast break opportunities with no active hands. Then in the 2nd quarter Kyle Kuzma inside the paint knocked down a layup, 49-61. The Wizards ended the 2nd by shooting 50% from the field with 2 three's made and added 18 in the paint. Snagged 0 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. Not to mention they lost the ball twice. Washington from the interior got solid shots to go in off quality passes and dominated in the paint. They remained tremendous on the fast break and turnovers were slight. It's just unfortunate that they had problems behind the arc and were lacking second chance points. On defense they couldn't defend mid range attempts and got crushed in the paint. More importantly they were unable to slowdown second chance opportunities. At least they restricted three point shooting and used their quick hands to cause turnovers. Shutdown fast break scoring as well. Washington had 6 total turnovers, earned 15 fast break points and slipped into halftime facing a 56-64 deficit. Heading to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Daniel Gafford off a Avdija pass would drop off a mid range jumper, 66-73. Washington shot 47% from the field while sinking 0 three pointers and posted 14 in the paint. Gained 1 second chance point and nabbed 2 on the fast break. Lost the ball twice to go along. The Wizards from the field were moving the ball well and knocking down quality shots. They couldn't be stopped in the paint and capitalized at the free throw line. Granite, they had their fair share of issues beyond three point territory due to consistent misses and lacked second chance scoring off poor rebounding. On the defensive end of things Washington couldn't limit mid range attempts and got tore up in the paint. Also, made rare stops on second chance scoring. Shutdown three point shooting and limited fast break scoring. Their active hands in this quarter disappeared. Going into the latter parts of the 4th quarter Kyle Kuzma with 3:17 hit a turning mid range jumper, 103-115. Washington shot 48% from the field while going 4 for 10 behind the arc and scored 16 in the paint. Threw in 5 second chance points and piled 10 on the fast break. Turned it over twice as well. The Wizards were effectively getting shots to drop from the field and passed the ball well. They were a force when scoring in the paint and dominated second chance opportunities off excellent rebounding. Were effective on the fast break and turnovers were minimized. The downfall was their insufficiency beyond three point territory due to Utah's constant defensive pressure. Speaking of defense they had problems stopping second chance points and defending mid range attempts was tough to do. They were beat down in the paint and forced little turnovers. Now they slowed down fast break scoring and took away three point shooting. Don't forget they used quick hands to force turnovers. Wizards gained 66 in the paint while racking up 27 points in the fast break with 7 coming as second chance scores, 11 total turnovers and went down to a 7-36 record.
Collins records 21 points and 16 rebounds, the Jazz secure a 128-108 Victory. Markkanen added 29 points and moved to 500. During the 1st quarter Kris Dunn forced a steal off Kuzma's pass and in transition he sunk layup, 22-18. Utah was steaming hot from the interior. Moments after Fontecchio hit a three point jumper, 32-18. Utah in one shot 56% from the field with 4 three's made in 9 attempts and scored 22 in the paint. Added 6 second chance buckets and earned 12 on the fast break. Including 4 turnovers. Defense has 2 steals. The Jazz from the field got solid shots to drop and did damage in the paint. Also, due to excellent rebounding it allowed for easy second chance opportunities and turnovers were in check. Couldn't miss beyond the arc and set each other up with good passes. Defensively, they just have to limit fast break scores and takeaway paint points. Also got to get their hands active. Shifting to the midway mark of the 2nd quarter Kelly Olynyk would bury a three point J, 59-44. Afterwards, Collin Sexton with 1 second left laced a three pointer, 64-56. Utah exited the 2nd by spotting in 50% from the field while lacing 4 three's and recorded 14 points in the paint. Tossed in 4 second chance buckets with 0 on the fast break. The Jazz were still knocking down effective shots the from the field off good movement and stayed sharp in the paint. Continued to dominate the offensive board as it led to quality second chance scoring. Unfortunately, they struggled from deep thanks to Washington's smoothering defensive pressure and turnovers mounted. Doesn't help either that showed issues on the fast break. For the defense they took away three point shooting by forcing contested attempts and shutdown second chance scoring. With that being said....Utah got punished in the paint and couldn't stop fast break opportunities. Struggled to limit mid range attempts as well. Utah 10 second chance baskets with 12 coming in the fast break, tossed in 36 points in the paint and went into the half with a 64-56 lead. Moving to quarter 3 Utah with 6:31 to go would extend their lead after Markkanem buried a three point jumper, 76-66. Utah closed out quarter 3 by shooting 50% from the field with 2 three made and tallied 22 in the paint. Secured 1 turnover and scored 4 second chance points. Got 0 on the fast break. 0 steals to tally in. The Jazz spaced the field with excellent passes and it led to quality shot making. Were a threat in the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding. Hardly turned the ball over too. Now they executed poorly behind the arc as the Wizards defense restricted open looks and were insufficient on the fast break. On defense they shutdown second chance and fast break opportunities. They also took away three point shooting by eliminating open looks. Their just struggling to defend mid range attempts and were unable to protect the paint. To add on their hands are still inactive. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Keyontae George off the bench delivered a slam, 113-96. The Jazz in the 4th shot 51% from the field and scored 12 of their 72 total points in the paint. Gave the ball over 5 times while scoring 4 second chance points and added 2 on the fast break. Utah from the field were still getting excellent shots to fall and created space with quality passes. They were also aggressive in the paint. Yet they performed poorly on fast break and gave the ball up quiet a few times. Were terrible from deep due to constant misses. Their defense got drenched in the paint while making little to no stops on second chance and fast break opportunities. So throughout the game from the field they both shot the ball extremely well and opened lanes with excellent passes. They did a ton of damage in the paint as players effectively cut to the rim and executed at the free throw line. Showed dominance on the fast break. Now they turned it over way too many times. At the end of the night, the Jazz got more three pointers to go in and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to great rebounding. Defensively, they had issues defending mid range attempts and provided no paint protection. They also allowed a bunch of points on the fast break. Luckily they each utilized their quick hands to cause turnovers and executed off takeaways. Look, Utah's defense at the end of the game eliminated three point shooting and restricted second chance scoring. Utah ended 15 turnovers, 18 second chance points with 14 being on the fast break and went up to a 23-23 record.
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BREAKING: The Milwaukee Bucks go ahead and hire Doc Rivers as their new Head Coach. So Doc Rivers coming to Milwaukee is a little head scratching. Don't forget this is a guy who blew multiple 3-1 playoff leads and won his only ring back in 2008. Hasn't necessarily done much. With that being said....Doc Rivers has a good defensive mind. The Bucks this season are 25th in points against(120). Rivers this year was announcing for ESPN.
TRADE UPDATE: The Heat send a protected 1st round draft selection and Kyle Lowry to the Hornets for Terry Rozier. Now Terry Rozier on offense will knock down effective shots from the field and finds the open man by delivering solid passes. He can also drain three pointers and attack the paint. A great rebounder as well. On defense he's a liability. Between Miami and Charlotte Terry Rozier averaged a total of 32.2 in points per game, 7.9 in assists and 11.6 in rebounds.
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Tuesday January 23rd, 2024: Both Brunson and Randle scored 30 points and it helped lift the Knicks over the Nets 108-103. New York is currently ten games above 500. In the halfway mark of the 1st quarter Julius Randle would drop off a fading mid range jumper, 23-23. New York in one shot an overall 50% and tallied 16 in the paint with 3 giveaways. Added 2 second chance points and gained 0 on the fast break. First off the Knicks created space by setting screens. They knocked down solid shots from the field and did damage in the paint. Also, they got to the free throw line and kept turnovers low. Went 1 of 2 from long distance as well. Now moving forward they need to be better at assisting the ball and have to start executing in the fast break. Poor second chance scoring was off bad rebounding as well. Defense restricted three point attempts by contesting and eliminated the fast break. Now I will say they need to takeaway second chance opportunities and get their hands more active. Couldn't limit mid range attempts either. During the 2nd quarter Grimes drilled a three pointer, 44-41. New York ended the 2nd by shooting 43% from the field with 4 turnovers lost and tallied 12 in the paint. Secured 7 second chance scores and snagged 0 on the fast break. Including 3 three pointers made. Defense forced 2 steals only. The Knicks moved the ball well and it led to solid shot making from the field. They continued to punish the defense when scoring in the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding. Kept turnovers in check and stayed sharp at the free throw line. Then on defense they defended mid range attempts and shutdown three pointers. Too bad they weren't executing off there takeaways and got demolished in the paint. More importantly steals were still in-effective. Got to get their hands going at some point. New York had 28 points in the paint, were 4 of 12 from deep, attached 9 second chance baskets and entered the half with a 50-49 lead. Approaching the mid stages of the 3rd quarter Donte DiVincenso would bury a three point jumper, 68-72. New York closed out quarter 3 by shooting 43% from the field while scoring 18 in the paint and snagged 3 three's. 5 turnovers and added 0 fast break points. That inckudes 0 second chance buckets. The Knicks from the field with excellent ball transition got a lot of quality shots to drop. Not to mention they made their mark in the paint by aggressively cutting to the cup and remained sharp at the charity stripe. They seemingly struggled from deep due to Brooklyn's defensive pressure forcing contested attempts and turnovers were a mess. Let's not forget they had problems executing on second chance points off bad rebounding and their fast break was limited. The defense couldn't defend mid range or three point attempts and got crushed in the paint. Had their fair share of issues resetting second chance baskets. So they found ways to takeaway the fast break. In the 4th quarter the Knicks gained a 9-0 run after Jalen Brunson sunk a three pointer, 94-95. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Few possessions later Randle got his own rebound before and sunk a layup, 98-97 with 3:57 to go. In conclusion Josh Hart with 25 seconds left hit a three point jumper, 105-101. New York shot 46% from the field and recorded 16 in the paint. Turned it over once as well. So the Knicks shot the extremely well from the field and moved the ball effectively by delivering good passes. Were dominating in the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities off solid rebounding. Turnovers weren't as bad either. Too bad they were still poor on the fast break and struggled beyond the arc. Defense were unable to limit mid range attempts. Defended second chance opportunities and slowed down the fast break. Shutdown paimt points as well. Each team as a whole got solid shots to fall from the field and and did a ton of damage in the paint. Also due to good rebounding it allowed for easy second chance points and executed at the free throw line. Unfortunately, both let turnovers mount and struggled from deep. New York down the stretch made key baskets and did slightly better on the fast break. Defensively, they couldn't defend mid range attempts and lacked paint protection. However, they used quick hands to force turnovers and capitalized off takeaways. Down the stretch though New York got Brooklyn to miss key buckets and restricted the fast break. New York scored 8 fast break points. accumulated 58 in the paint and moved up to a 27-17 record.
The Nets During last night's bout suffered a 103-108 loss against the Knicks. Brooklyn is nine games under 500 and Bridges earned 36 points. During the 1st quarter Cam Thomas drained a deep mid range jumper, 21-19. The Nets through one shot 40% from the field with 4 three's made and scored 12 in the paint. They also turned it over twice while earning 6 second chance buckets and got 2 on the fast break. Brooklyn from the field got quality shots to fall off excellent ball movement and torched the defense inside the paint. They also crashed the offensive board which led to easy second chance scoring and turnovers were a non factor. Unfortunately, their fast breaks were shutdown and struggled from deep. On defense they had issues restricting mid range attempts and got beat down in the paint. They definitely need to have active hands too. Luckily they took away second chance and fast break opportunities. Moving to the midway point of the 2nd quarter Bridges with 45 seconds left off a Dinwiddie pass drained a three point J, 49-50. Brooklyn exited the 2nd by knocking in 38% from the field and made 2 three pointers while scoring 12 in the paint. Acquired 3 second chance points with 4 coming in the fast break. Lost the ball 4 times as well. The Nets from the field and three point territory couldn't get shots to go in. I mean nothing is falling for them. They were insufficient on second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Look, a lot of their points came in the paint as players cut to the rim and they took good care of the ball. Also set each other up with solid passes. Defense was unable to protect the paint and gave up second chance points. Defending mid range attempts were tough and pick pocketing hands remained slow. On the bright side Brooklyn eliminated three pointers off smoothering defensive pressure. Brooklyn's defense had a total 3 steals, scored 24 in the paint with 9 second chance buckets and slid into halftime trailing 49-50. Heading into the 3rd quarter Cam Thomas buried a step back mid range jumper, 72-65. The Nets were getting shots to go in whether it came from the field or long distance. They did punishing damage in the paint and dominated second chance opportunities thanks to excellent rebounding. Kept turnovers minimized as well. Although, they were lacking on the fast break. For the defense they were unable to limit mid range attempts and gave up paint points. Shutdown second chance and fast break scoring too. Shifting to the 4th Dorian Finney Smith would drop off a three point jumper, 100-98. The Nets in the fourth shot 44% from the field with 3 three's made and scored 6 in the paint. Added 3 second chance points with 0 on the fast break. Brooklyn from the field got solid shots to fall on good ball transition and were solid at the free throw line. They were bad in the paint and poor on the fast break. Lacked second chance scoring and struggled behind the arc. Turnovers were low at least. Ners threw in 17 second chance points with 6 coming on the fast break, scored 44 in the paint and sunk down to a 17-26 record.
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Saturday January 20th, 2024: Brunson scores 38 and the Knicks secured a 126-100 win against the Raptors. New York is 5th place in the Eastern Conference and won 3 in a row. So in the 1st quarter Josh Hart with 58 ticks left buried a three point jumper, 28-31. The Knicks through one shot an overall 50% and scored 10 in the paint. Tallied 2 second chance points with 0 coming on the fast break. 8 giveaways to go along. New York off excellent ball movement got quality shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance and did damage in he paint. They struggled on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and their fast break was shutdown. Turnovers mounted up as well. On defense they need to protect the paint better and try to limit mid range attempts. Got torched on the fast break too. Now it wasn't all bad because they took away three point shooting by constantly contesting and restricted second chance scoring. Then in the 2nd quarter New York would jump in front after Achiwua sunk a layup, 33-31. Few possessions later the Knicks extended their lead to seven after Randle knocked down a step back mid range jumper, 52-45. The Knicks in the 2nd shot 57% from the field with 5 turnovers and scored 8 in the paint. Shot 38% behind the arc while scoring 6 second chance points and gained 2 on the fast break. New York shot the ball extremely well from the field and set each other up with excellent passes. They continued to execute in the paint and did good at the charity stripe. Second chance opportunities were still lacking thanks to bad rebounding and turnovers mounted. They were also insufficient on the fast break and struggled behind the arc due to the Raptors defense forcing close outs. We now transition to the 3rd, where McBride off a Julius Randle pass drained a three point jumper, 92-72. New York exited the third quarter by shooting 52% from the field with 4 three's made and scored 10 in the paint. Secured 6 second chance points with 2 coming on the fast break. Lost the ball 4 times too. The Knicks from the field got a lot of quality shots to fall off great ball movement and dominated in the paint. Dont forget they executed on second chance opportunities thanks to solid rebounding and turnovers weren't that bad. However, they had problems beyond three point territory due to the Raptors defense taking away open looks and showed issues on the fast break. Moving to the 4th quarter the Knicks earned a 9-0 run after Grimes hammered down the slam, 108-84. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Knicks in the fourth shot 54% from the interior while making two three pointers and acquired 24 in the paint. Recorded 4 in the paint and got 7 on the fast break. The Knicks got their shots to fall from the field and dished out good passes. More importantly they torched the defense inside the paint and turnovers were minimized. They managed to execute on the fast break as well. Now they did struggle just a bit on second chance opportunities and three point shooting was poor due to the Raptors defense forcing contested attempts. Each team as a whole got quality shots to go in from the field off terrific passing and punished the defenses in the paint. Both did extremely well on the fast break and capitalized on second chance opportunities. Even if Toronto scored only 7 in that department. Understand percentage wise they struggled from deep and turnovers mounted. At the end of the game, the Knicks scored the most points and were much better at the free throw line. Defensively, they couldn't limit mid range attempts and got crushed in the paint. Showed struggles when defending second chance points and stopping the fast break was tough to do. Now they used their quick hands to force the offenses into turning it over and executed off takeaways. Also took away three pointers by effectively closing out. Luckily the Knicks defense got the Raptors to miss a bunch of shots. Knicks acquired 70 rebounds with 46 coming on defense, tossed 27 assists, added 11 fast break points while earning 64 in the paint and improved to a 26-17 record.
The Raptors go down to the Knicks by a final score of 100-126. Toronto is 12th place in the East and lost 2 straight. Now Schroder with 3:23 in the 1st hit a pull-up mid range jumper, 29-21. The Raptors in one shot 46% from the field with 2 three pointers and scored 18 in the paint. Added 3 second chance points and got 9 on the fast break. Turned it over once and went 6 of 7 at the free throw line. Toronto from the field with terrific ball transition got solid shots to go in and executed in the paint as players cut to the rim. They also did great on the fast break and capitalized at the free throw line. Rare turnovers too. Unfortunately, they struggled on second chance scoring due to bad rebounding and couldn't buy a bucket beyond three point territory. Defensively, they need to protect mid range and three point attempts. More Importantly they allowed way too many points in paint but used quick hands to cause turnovers and shutdown second chance scoring. Shifting to the midway mark of the 2nd quarter Gary Trent Jr laced in a three point J, 50-54. Toronto ended the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field with 5 three's made and scored 10 in the paint. Gained 4 on the fast break and earned 1 second chance point. Coughed the ball up 3 times too. The Raptors were still moving the ball around well by dishing out good passes and it led to solid shot making from the field. They couldn't be stopped in the paint and giveaways were limited. Now they got some three's to fall but percentage wise they were lacking. Still struggling to capitalize on second chance opportunities off terrible rebounding and the fast break was shutdown. Now during the 3rd quarter Thaddeus Young dropped off a mid range hook from inside the paint, 70-87. The Raptors shot 43% from the field with 2 three pointers acquired and tallied 10 in the paint. Scored 0 second chance buckets and got 4 on the fast break. 4 giveaways to add on. Toronto executed great ball movement and it allowed for solid shots to go in from the field. Was a force inside the paint and turnovers were non factor. They just can't get their fast break going and were struggling on second chance opportunities off terrible rebounding. Can't exclude their inability to knockdown three's thanks to the Knicks defensive pressure. Heading to the 4th quarter Gary Trent would drain a three point J, 84-99. The Raptors said good riddance to the 4th by shooting 43% from the field with 2 made three's and attached 12 in the paint. They lost the ball twice while scoring 4 points each for second chance and fast break scores. Toronto from the field got shots to drop at a high rate and fired positive passes. They couldn't be messed with in the paint. Turnovers were low while showing insufficiency on both second chance and fast break opportunities. Raptors scored 23 fast break points, attached 50 in the paint and their win/loss dropped to 16-27.
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UPDATE: The Pacers get Siakam which sent Bruce Brown and Jordan Nwora with 3 draft selections to the Raptors. Pascal Siakam effectively crashes the board and collects rebounds. Along with finding the open man with quality passes. More importantly he generates points inside the paint and from mid range. At times hell get you beyond three point territory. Siakam this year averaged 22.2 in points per game, 6.0 in rebounding and 3.0 in assists.
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UPDATE: The Pistons traded Marvin Bagley, Livers and a future draft selection to the Wizards. Wizards got Gallinari and Mike Muscala. So Marvin Bagley does most of his scoring damage inside the paint and rebounds effectively. Keep note it's his rebounding that creates second chance opportunities and can crash the defensive board too. More importantly he sets his teammates up with quality passes. Bagley this season is averaging 20 points per game, 11.0 in rebounds and 2.0 in assists.
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Thursday January 11th, 2024: The Celtics get blown out by the Bucks after suffering a 102-135 loss. Boston falls to a 22-6 record when versing the Eastern Conference and are 7-3 in 10 games. In the 1st quarter Brissett delivered a slam to bring the Celtics within 8, 23-31. Boston through one shot 34% from the field with 1 three made on 8 attempts and recorded 16 in the paint. Earned 5 second chance points and got 2 on the fast break. The Celtics shot the ball poorly from both the field and three point territory. They also struggled on second chance and fast break opportunities. A lot of their points came in the paint and at the free throw line. Kept turnovers low as well. In the 2nd quarter Jrue Holiday off a Jaylen Brown pass cut to the rim for a nicely made layup, 27-56. The Celtics in the 2nd shot 32% from the field with 0 three's made and snagged 12 in the paint. That includes 2 second chance buckets and nabbed 3 on the fast break. Boston still couldn't get baskets to fall from ethier the field or long range. They were also terrible on second chance opportunities off poor rebounding and were stopped in the fast break. However, they generated majority of their points at the charity stripe and by attacking the paint. Turnovers were limited as well. Boston went into the half down 38-75. Shifting to the 3rd Sam Hauser with 55 seconds left hit a three point J but trailed 70-109. The Celtics closed off the 3rd quarter by shooting 36% from the field with 5 made three's and gained 6 in the paint. Earned 2 second chance points while getting getting 4 on the fast break and lost the ball twice. Boston still showing insufficiency from the field as their shots weren't falling and three pointers were getting closed off by the Bucks smoothering defense. They were still having issues on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and couldn't get going on the fast break. To make their situation worse they had problems in the paint. Luckily giveaways were minimum and did well at the charity stripe. On defense Boston finally found ways to close off open looks from deep. Heading to the 4th quarter Queta off the bench hammered down a slam, 93-123. Boston in the fourth shot 37% from the field 9 three acquired and scored 18 in the paint. Tossed 4 second chance points with 4 being on the fast break. The Celtics in this quarter alone were continuing to struggle in getting shots to drop from the field. Couldn't execute on second chance opportunities and the fast break was limited. Turnovers were a rarity and capitalized in the paint. Did much better beyond the arc as well. Boston scored 46 in the paint, 13 points on the fast break and moved down to a 29-9 record.
The Bucks obliterated the Celtics by a final score of 135-102. Milwaukee ended the first half on a 25-0 run and picked up their 26th win of the season. Midway into quarter 1 Antetkounmpo off an Andre Jackson pass dropped a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 31-21. The Bucks in one shot an overall 60% and scored 16 in the paint with 1 giveaway. Added 2 second chance points and gained 11 on the fast break. Milwaukee shot the ball extremely well weather it was from the field or long distance. They were sharp at the free throw line and did damage in the paint. They also dominated on the fast break and kept turnovers in check. Now the Bucks struggled in second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Then in the 2nd quarter the Bucks lead would extend after Khris Middleton sunk a running three thus going up 54-23. Milwaukee through two shot 57% from the field with 5 three's made and tallied 14 points in the paint. Secured 11 second chance points and posted 7 on the fast break. Along with 2 turnovers. The Bucks off excellent ball movement got shots to go in from the field and were effective beyond the arc. Also, they capitalized on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding and executed on the fast break. Turnovers were rare and dominated at the free throw line. Not to mention they attacked the paint as players cut to the rim. The Bucks entered halftime with a 75-38 lead. Approaching the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Cameron Payne would dial in a three point jumper, 109-67. The Bucks made 4 three's while shooting 59% from the field and gave the ball up twice. Punched 14 in the paint and and scored 5 second chance points. Including 0 on the fast break. Milwaukee's offense on terrific passes got quality shots to drop from the interior and were effective in the paint. They stayed sharp on second chance opportunities and turnovers were low. Unfortunately, they struggled on the fast break and their three pointer was limited because of the Celtics defensive pressure. As for the defense they did a great job of clogging the paint. To conclude the 4th quarter AJ Green off an Antetkounmpo assist buried a three pointer, 123-91. The Bucks ended the fourth by knocking down 56% from the field while lacing 3 three pointers and secured 10 in the paint. Also scored 0 second chance points with 0 coming on the fast break. Milwaukee moved the ball with good passes and got solid shots to go in from the field. Stayed persistent in the paint as well. Too bad turnovers mounted and three pointers weren't budging thanks to the Celtics defensive pressure. Were unable to execute on second chance and fast break opportunities. Now Milwaukee and Boston both crashed the offensive boards as it led easy second chance opportunities and did their fair share of damage on the fast break. Effectively attacked the paint and executed at the free throw line. At the end of the night, Milwaukee was more effecient from both the field and long distance. Each had great ball movement as well. At least Boston kept turnovers to a minimum. Defensively, they each got torched on second chance opportunities and couldn't slowdown the fast break. They were unable to protect the paint as well. Now they did use quick hands to force turnovers and executed off takeaways. Although, the Bucks need to record more turnovers than they did tonight. Luckily, Milwaukee did a tremendous job of defending mid range attempts and took away the three pointer. Milwaukee smeared 54 points in the paint, added 18 points for both second chance and fast break scoring while improving to a 26-12 record.
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INJURY UPDATE: Ja Morant is out for the season after suffering a torn labrum and it'll require surgery. Ja Morant played only 9 games after serving a twenty-five game suspension and now he's dealing with this. His injury was sustained in practice. Morant is one of those guys that the Grizzlies will miss. Why? Well when he is on the court he'll knock down quality shots from the field and set teammates up with good passes. He can also rebound effectively and keep turnovers low. Unfortunately, he's struggling from deep. This season Morant is averaging 25.1 in points per game, 8.1 in assists and 5.6 in rebounds. Morant is shooting 27% behind the arc and lost the ball three times.
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Wednesday January 10th, 2024: The Warriors got manhandled last night after getting blown out by the Pelicans 105-141. Golden State is 3 games under 500 and lost 2 straight. In quarter 1 Dario Saric would splash in a driving layup, 20-34. Golden State through one shot 43% from the field with 5 three's made on 13 attempts and scored 8 in the paint. Added 2 points for both second chance and fast breaks. Gave the ball up 7 times as well. The Warriors from the field on good ball movement knocked down quality shots and did some damage in the paint. Capitalized at the charity stripe. It's just unfortunate that they turned it over while struggling to execute on both second chance and fast break opportunities. Horrible three point shooting due to the the Pelicans smoothering defensive pressure. Then in the 2nd quarter Steph Curry would fire a pass to Looney who dropped off a nicely made layup, 53-70. Golden State closed out the 2nd by shooting 52% from the field while going 4 of 7 beyond the arc and tallied 14 points in the paint. Dishes out 7 second chance buckets and got 0 on the fast break. 4 turnovers to go along. The Warriors took and made excellent shots from the field while doing a little bit better behind the arc. Turnovers weren't too bad and they capitalized in the paint. The Warriors showed sense of urgency by scoring on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding and did well at the free throw line. They just struggled on the fast break. Warriors had 22 total in the paint, were 9 of 20 from deep, had 11 turnovers and entered halftime facing a 60-73 deficit. Jumping to the 3rd quarter Trayce Jackson Davis would lace a reverse layup, 80-100. Golden State exited the 3rd shooting 48% from the field with 2 three pointers attached and recorded 2 on the fast break. Lost the ball 3 times and rolled up 0 second chance scores. That includes 10 in the paint. The Warriors created space off terrific passing and it allowed for quality for shots to fall from the field. Dominated the paint game and kept turnovers in check. Now they struggled bad behind the arc and performed poorly on second chance opportunities. Terrible on the fast break as well. Approaching the midway mark of the 4th quarter Podziemski with very little time hit a driving layin, 106-141. The Warriors finalized the fourth shooting 43% from the field with 3 turnovers lost and delivered 6 points in the paint. They jolted in 10 second chance scores and got 1 on the fast break. Golden State said peace to the 4th by sinking 43% from the field with 1 three made and secured 16 of their 44 total points in the paint. Tossed in 10 second chance scores while earning 2 on the fast break. Warriors were making quality shots from the field and turnovers weren't that bad. Can't exclude their ability to execute on second chance buckets. With standing that, Golden State couldn't get their three pointer to drop and lacked fast break scoring. To matters worse the Warriors were lacking paint production due to the Pelicans clogging any open areas.
Valanciunas scores 21 and the Pelicans pick up a massive 141-105 win over the Warriors. New Orleans won 2 in a row and 6th place in the Western Conference. In the 1st quarter New Orleans lead would grow after Hawkins off a Larry Nance pass drained a three pointer, 38-23. New Orleans ended the first by shooting 65% from the field with 9 three's acquired and tallied 12 in the paint. Secured 2 second chance buckets and gained 3 on the fast break. Turned it over twice and were 3 of 4 at the free throw line. The Pelicans shot the ball extremely well weather it came from the field or long distance. They also kept turnovers low and dominated in the paint. Along with good passing and executed at the free throw line. Unfortunately, they struggled on second chance and fast break opportunities. Switching to the 2nd quarter with 3:19 left Larry Nance would sink a three pointer and it gave the Pels a 70-53 lead. New Orleans in the 2nd shot an overall 50% while posting 12 in the paint and snagged 5 second chance baskets. Gained 3 on the fast break and coughed the ball up 3 times. New Orleans from the interior knocked down solid shots with the help of good ball movement and were force inside the paint. They couldn't miss from long range ethier. Not to mention they crashed the glass as it led to easy second chance opportunities and turnovers were rare. The Pels were still having issues on the fast break as well. Pels threw in 5 giveaways with 22 in the paint, scored 7 second chance points while gaining 6 on the fast break and headed into halftime leading 73-60. During the 3rd Murphy would bury a three point J and it gave the Pels a 103-80 lead. The Pelicans said good riddance to the 3rd by splashing in 54% from the field with 3 three's made and punched 16 in the paint. Scored 0 second chance points and acquired 1 on the fast break. Along with 4 turnovers. The Pels from the field were shooting the ball effectively off tremendous passes and drove the paint. To make matters even better New Orleans accomplished a lot on second chance buckets and did great on the fast break. Turnovers were also controlled. Too bad they had a tough time behind the arc due to Golden State's smoothering defensive pressure. Speaking of defense New Orleans took away the three ball by closing out the perimeter. To conclude the 4th quarter Marshall to dial up a driving layin, 141-101. New Orleans in the fourth shot 57% from the field and made 3 three pointers with 26 points in the paint. Earned 10 second chance baskets and got 8 on the fast break. The Pelicans were draining solid shots from the field with great ball transition and crushed the defense when getting inside the paint. More importantly they generated second chance baskets off good rebounding and were hot on the fast break. Now the Pels were unable to knock down three's and turnovers would pile. Now both teams as a whole from the field were knocking in a lot of quality shots and did extremely well in the paint. Players were cutting to the cup and used their passing skills to create speration or open lanes. Couldn't be stopped in second chance opportunities because they rebounded well and showed dominance at charity stripe. However, turnovers were a mess. To conclude this bout the Pelicans were more effecient behind the arc and scored the most points. They also performed on the fast break. Defensively, they couldn't defend mid range attempts and got beat down in the paint. Doesn't help either that they struggled to slow down second chance opportunities. Although, they each used their quick hands to force constant turnovers and executed off takeaways. Luckily the Pelicans defense forced Golden State into a bunch missed baskets and shutdown three point shooting. To add on New Orleans eliminated the fast break.
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NEW DEAL: Kawhi Leonard signed a 3 year $153 Million Dollar extension with the Clippers. So Kawhi Leonard this season has been balling for the Clippers and yes it might have taken him some time to get going but now he back to his normal style of play. This man can power himself in the paint for an easy two or can draw fouls. More importantly he can knock down quality mid range jumpers and find his teammates with good passes. Can effectively rebound and hit three pointers if left open. Leonard this year is averaging 24 points per game while shooting 51% from the field, has a 6.0 in rebounds and a 3.5 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Miami Heat ink Erik Spolstra to an 8 year $120 Million Dollar deal. This is a nice deal for Spolstra because he's led the Heat to 3 NBA titles, 8 division titles and 5 conference championships. Not to mention him and Heat made the Playoffs 11 times. Don't forget Spolstra and the Heat made back to back East Finals and just played in the NBA Finals last year but lost to the Nuggets 4-1. They've been to Finals twice twice in four years.
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Tuesday January 9th, 2024: The Lakers barely get past the Raptors as they secured a 132-131 win. Los Angeles is sitting at 500 and won their last 2 in a row. In the 1st quarter Wood off a Davis pass would drop off a three point jumper, 21-17. The Lakers in one shot 54% from the field with 3 three's made on 9 attempts and scored 18 in the paint. Added 2 second chance points and got 0 on the fast break. Including 1 giveaway and 1 offensive rebound. Los Angeles assisted the ball well and it led quality shots falling from the field. They showed dominance in the paint and kept turnovers in check. Now they struggled on second chance and fast break opportunities. Performed poorly behind the arc thanks to the Raptors constant pressure on defense. Moving to the midway point of the 2nd quarter Cam Reddish would drain a three point J which gave the Lakers a 48-43 lead. The Lakers ended the 2nd by shooting 48% from the field while lacing in 3 three's and posted 10 points in the paint. Along with 2 second chance points and gained 5 on the fast break. Picked up 4 turnovers in the process. Now the Lakers continued to execute from the field as they got solid shots to drop and rotated the ball well by delivering good passes. They also stayed sharp in the paint after players cut to the rim and turnovers were a non factor. It's just unfortunate that LA was still struggling beyond the the arc due to Toronto's smoothering defensive and couldn't capitalize on second chance opportunities thanks to poor rebounding. Free throws needed to be better because 3 of 6 won't cut it. Lakers scored 28 in the paint, secured 2 on the fast break and went into the half trailing 51-53. We now turn out attention toward the 3rd quarter where, LeBron James barreled to the rim for a nicley made layup, 74-76. Later on Anthony Davis would hit a mid range jumper off a Russell assist, 86-80. Lakers were getting quality shots opportunities from the field or behind the arc. LA exited the 3rd quarter by sinking 54% from the field with 5 three's attached and scored 5 on the fast break. Secured 0 second chance points and piled 14 in the paint. Recorded 2 giveaways during this quarter. The Lakers spotted each other with excellent passes and took good shots from the field. Not to mention LA couldn't be stopped in the paint and did a much better job at the free throw line. To make matters even better LA got buckets to drop beyond three point territory. Despite their percentage. Did good on the fast break and turnovers weren't an issue. Although, they were unable to perform on second chance opportunities as they lacked rebounding. Approaching the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Cam Reddish off a Reaves pass dialed in a three point jumper thus going up 108-106. LA shot 54% from the field with 6 three pointers attached and filed 12 in the paint. Earned 1 point on both second chance and fast breaks. Coughed the ball up 8 times. The Lakers in their final quarter shot the extremely well weather it was from the field or long distance. Stayed effective in the painted area. With standing that....LA had some struggles on second chance and fast break scoring. Horrible ball protection too. Now LA and Toronto from the field shot the ball effeciently and made a lot of three's. Be aware both teams were sluggish from deep in the 1st half but picked up later on. They also executed at the free throw line and lit up the paint by effectively scoring. More importantly they each did good on the fast break and were disciplind at the free throw line. With that being said......they constantly committed careless turnovers. At the end of the night, the Lakers down the stretch made critical baskets. Luckily for the Raptors they did a better job on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding. Defensively, they couldn't defend mid range or three point attempts and got destroyed in the paint. Keep in mind each defense during the 1st half took away the three pointer but fizzled out once the 2nd half started. Sent the offenses to the free throw line with constant fouls and stopping the fast break was tough to do. However, they both used quick hands to cause turnovers and executed off takeaways. Luckily the Lakers defense in crunch time forced the Raptors into missing key buckets. As for the Raptors defense they eliminated most of the second chance opportunities. Anthony Davis compacted a double double by scoring 41 points with 11 rebounds, earned 13 on the fast break and moved up to a 19-19 record.
The Raptors lose a tight one after going down 131-132 against the Lakers. Toronto is last place in the Atlantic and fell to a 6-13 road record. In quarter 1 Toronto tied the game after Pascal Siakam delivered a mid range jumper, 21-21. Toronto through one shot 47% from the field while scoring 18 in the paint and made 2 three pointers. Tallied 2 points on both second chance and fast breaks. That includes 2 turnovers lost. The Raptors from the field got solid shots to go in off good passing and torched the Lakers defense when getting inside the paint. They also kept turnovers low. Unfortunately, they had issues capitalizing on second chance opportunities and were insufficient on the fast breaks. Poor three point shooting due to LA's defensive pressure. Shifting to the 2nd quarter Quickley would dial in a contested layup, 43-45. Few possessions later the Raptors took a one point lead after R.J. Barrett buried a turning mid range jumper, 50-49. Offensively, Toronto was taking and making excellent shots from the field. In the 2nd Toronto shot 48% from the field with 2 three's made and scored 20 in the paint. They also recorded 6 second chance scores and got 3 on the fast break to go along. Can't exclude their three giveaways. The Raptors moved the ball well with good passing and from the field they got solid shots to drop. Executed in the paint and did a better job on second chance opportunities thanks to good rebounding. Turnovers were minimized as well. Too bad they remained terrible on the fast break and couldn't get a three pointer to fall because the Lakers defense took away open looks. Weren't good at the free throw line as Raptors had a total of 8 second chance points, gave the ball up 5 times with 38 total points in the paint, went 2 for 4 from the free throw line and entered halftime leading 53-51. Heading into 3rd quarter Dennis Schroder would bury a pull up mid range jumper, 87-88. Toronto closed out the 3rd quarter by shooting 53% from the field with 6 three's made and tallied 12 in the paint. Snagged 0 on the fast break with 5 giveaways and acquired 2 second chance scores. The Raptors from the interior were knocking down quality shots off good ball movement and thrashed Los Angeles in the paint. Were keeping turnovers to a minimum and did a little bit better at the free throw line. Now real quick despite the Raptors poor three point shooting they still drilled a lot of baskets. However, they were having problems on both second chance and fast break opportunities. During the 4th quarter Gary Trent dropped off a three pointer on a Dennis Schroeder assist, 121-120 with 1:08 left. Toronto shot 56% from the field while making 7 three pointers and tallying 20 in the paint. Dishes in 12 fast break points and added 2 second chance scores. 2 turnovers lost. The Raptors off terrific ball movement got a variety of shots to fall from both the field and three point territory. They were ambushing the paint and kept turnovers down. Dominated on the fast break but had some issues on second chance scoring. Toronto 28 points off takeaways, were able to snag 70 points in the paint and dropped down to a 15-22 record.
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INJURY UPDATE: Tyrese Haliburton will miss the next two weeks with a hamstring strain. His injury was sustained in a Pacers 133-131 win over the Celtics back on Monday. Tyrese Haliburton during the 2nd was driving the lane before slipping and doing the splits. Haliburton had to be carried off the court by his teammates. Now losing Haliburton for a few weeks will be tough. He can make quality shots from field and dish out excellent passes. Haliburton is also a solid rebounder but is a hit or miss beyond three point territory. Haliburton this season is averaging 23.6 in points per game, 12.5 in assists and a 4.2 in rebounding.
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INJURY UPDATE: Chris Paul out for the next 4 to 6 weeks with a fractured hand which was sustained in a 113-109 win over the Pistons back on Friday. My guess here would be Andrew Wiggins filling in for Chris Paul. Now Chris Paul's injury would happen in the 3rd quarter as he tried to snag a rebound off his own missed three pointer and during that process Jaden Ivey hit his hand. Chris Paul this season is averaging 8.9 in points per game on 42% shooting from the field, 3.8 in rebounds and 7.2 in assists.
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Friday January 5th, 2024: Jalen brunson's 29 point performance was enough to help the Knicks gain a 128-92 win against the 76ers. New York is 3rd place in the Atlantic Division and won 3 games in a row. In quarter 1 McBride would hit a corner three to bring the Knicks a one point advantage after hitting a three pointer, 29-28. This was back to back three's for McBride and gained 9 early points. New York through one shot 45% from the field with 7 three 's made and acquired 8 in the paint. That includes 5 second chance poimts with 16 coming in the fast break. 2 giveaways and went 3 of 4 at the free throw line. The Knicks transitioned the ball with good passes which led to quality shots falling from the field and beyond the arc. Showed solid execution when scoring in the paint and couldn't be stopped in the fast break. Did well at charity stripe and turnovers weren't bad at all. Unfortunately they were insufficient on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding. Shifting to the 2nd quarter the Knicks lead would start to extend after Hartenstein off a Josh Hart pass hammered down a two handed slam, 60-48. Knicks were shredding the number 2 defense. The Knicks exited the 2nd by shooting 53% from the interior with 6 three's made and dialed in 1 turnover. Generated 14 points in the paint while snagging 13 second chance buckets and utilized 7 on the fast break. The Knicks were shooting the ball extremely well weather it came from the field or behind the arc. Including excellent ball movement. Continued to damage in the paint and stayed sharp at the free throw line. Not to mention they did much better at crashing the offensive board as it led to a bunch of second chance opportunities and were unstoppable on the fast break. Rarely coughed the ball up too. New York had 28 total points in the paint, scored 20 second chance points with 23 being on the fast break, had 6 giveaways and jogged into halftime leading 75-55. Approaching the latter parts of the 3rd quarter New York would extend their lead after Hartenstein hammered down the jam, 90-76. New York ended the 3rd quarter by recording 45% from the field with 1 three made and scored 6 in the paint. 5 turnovers added while nabbing 2 second chance buckets and had 0 on the fast break. The Knicks from the field definitely got their fair share of shots to go in but have staggered a bit after scoring 75 points in the 1st half and got 15 in the at the start of the 2nd. To make their situation even worse their three pointers weren't falling due to Philly effectively clossing out and couldn't get anything going in the paint. Let's not forget poor they had second chance and fast break opportunities limited. One positive was keeping turnovers low. Heading to midway point of the 4th quarter Grimes in transition off a Sixers missed shot would hit a layup, 121-87. To concludes this matchup Josh Hart spotted up a nice mid range jumper, 123-87. The Knicks finalized the 4th shooting an overall 40% while punching 16 points in the paint and dished out 3 giveaways. Tossed in 2 second chance baskets and gained 10 on the fast break. As whole New York and Philadelphia throughout most of the night we're knocking down tough shots from the field and pounded the defenses inside the paint. In addition, they both were effective on fast break and did outstanding at the free throw line. Each grabbed rebounds aggressively but it was the Knicks that made the most of their second chance opportunities and lit up the three pointers because they couldn't miss. Turnovers were also consistent. On the defensive side they struggled to limit mid range attempts and got bullied in the paint on almost every possession. They were unable to slowdown the fast break and sent the offenses to the free throw line a lot. However, they each used their quick hands to cause turnovers and executed off takeaways. Look, New York's defense forced the Sixers into a bunch of missed baskets and eliminated three pointers by closing out. Knicks scored 15 points off 14 turnovers, finished with 96% at the free throw line, delivered 44 points in the paint while securing 33 on the fast break and went up to a 20-15 record.
The 76ers get trounced by the Knicks after going down 92-128. Philadelphia is sitting 2nd place in the Atlantic Division and trail the leading Celtics by 4 games. In quarter 1 with 4:08 to go Kelly Oubre off an Embiid pass dropped off a layup, 26-16. Toward the end of the quarter Maxey with 6 seconds left drilled a finger roll layin, 32-30. Philly in the 2nd shot 43% from the field while lacing 2 three poiners and scored 16 in the paint. Tallied 2 turnovers and posted 8 points on the fast break. Also gained 2 second chance buckets and were 8 of 8 at free throws. The 76ers used their effective passing to create space and from the field they got solid shots to fall. They were also sharp at the free throw line and capitalized in the paint as players cut to the cup. They performed well on the fast break and kept turnovers contained. To bad Philadelphia struggled beyond three point territory due to the Knicks defensive pressure and lacked second chance scoring. During the 2nd quarter Maxey would barrel to the rim for nice layup, 43-51. Philly closed out the 2nd by shooting 43% from the field and buried 2 three pointers with 5 turnovers. They earned 2 points on both second chance and fast break opportunities. Piled up 12 points in the paint. The Sixers were doing a great job of knocking down quality shots from the field with effecient passing and torched New York in the paint. Kept turnovers minimized and showed aggressiveness at the charity stripe. Yet they were weak beyond the three point line due to the Knicks smoothering defensive pressure and couldn't perform on second chance buckets. Had issues on the fast break too. Philly recorded 16 fast break points with 6 second chance scores, were 6 of 17 from long range, went 16 for 22 at the charity stripe and entered halftime facing a 55-75 deficit. We now transition to the late stages of the 3rd quarter, where Joel Embiid got to the rim for a one handed layup, 76-88. Philadelphia through three shot 45% from the field while manufacturing 2 three's and posted 10 in The paint. Lost the ball 6 times and delivered 2 second chance points with 6 being on the fast break. The 76ers offense used precision passes to generate open lanes and got effecient shots to go down from the field. They attacked the paint by players cutting to the rim. It's just unfortunate they continued their struggles from long distance due missed attempts and were terrible on second chance scoring. Had hard time on the fast break and turnovers slightly mounted. On defense they did a nice job of restricting the paint by clogging open lanes. Now in the 4th quarter this matchup was already over but that didn't stop Paul Reed from lacing a mid range hook from inside the paint, 91-126. Philly concluded the 4th quarter by splashing in 40% from the field with 0 three's attached and snagged 8 of their 46 total points in the paint. They squeezed in 1 second chance point and filed 0 on the fast break. Philly flexed 46 points in the paint with 16 coming on the fast break, nabbed 7 second chance buckets, went 6 of 24 from deep and fell off to a 23-11 record.
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Thursday January 4th, 2023: The Spurs get knocked off by the Bucks after going down 121-125. San Antonio is last place in the Western Conference and lost 4 in a row. During the midway point of the 1st quarter the Spurs would gain a 7-0 run after Keldon Johnson hit a three point jumper, 16-22. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense quickly in transition. San Antonio closed out quarter 1 by shooting 47% from the field and made 5 three's on 13 attempts and scored 10 points in the paint. Along with going 4 for 4 at the charity stripe and scored 7 on the fast break. That includes 4 giveaways. It's just unfortunate that they tallied 0 second chance points. The Spurs moved the ball around well with good passes and utilized set screens to create space. Not to mention they kept turnovers contained while capitalizing on the fast break and were sharp at the free throw line. Couldn't be stopped in the paint ethier. Too bad they had issues from beyond three point territory thanks to the Bucks smoothering defensive pressure and second chance opportunities got denied. Then in the late stages of the 2nd quarter Wembanyama would sink a mid range jumper, 59-61. San Antonio closed out the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field while making 1 three and punched in 16 points in the paint. Earned 2 second chance points and got 4 on the fast break. The Spurs were still knocking down solid shots from the field with excellent passing and showed dominance in the the paint as players cut to the rim. Used set screens to create separation and turnovers were a non factor. However, San Antonio were in-effective on second chance and fast break buckets. The Spurs ran into halftime trailing 59-64. Approaching the 3rd quarter Wembanyama would dial in a contested layup and in during that process he would get fouled which made this a three point play, 69-73. The Spurs were able to hit quality shots attempts from the field and fired a bunch of great passes. Did damage in the paint and showed execution on the fast break. Turnovers were limited too. Obviously they still had problems behind the arc due to constant misses and second chance buckets were lacking. We now transition to the 4th quarter, where Wembanyama delivery verer a three ball to tie the game at 121-121. San Antonio in the 4th shot 48% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 7 second chance buckets. Lost 3 turnover to go along and dialed in 8 of their 54 total points in the paint. The Spurs defense snagged 10 steals, went 14 of 40 from long range with 28 points on the fast break and slipped down to a 5-29 record.
Antetkounmpo's double double was enough to lead the Bucks past the Spurs by a final score of 125-121. The Bucks are 7-3 through 10 games and sits 2nd place in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks in the 1st quarter Portis buried a nicely made layup to give his team a 22-9 lead. The Bucks in one shot an overall 50% while adding 16 in the paint and went 5 of 5 at the free throw line. Turned the ball over twice and dished out 10 assists. Now some downfalls were scoring only 4 second chance points with 2 coming on the fast break. Milwaukee were getting a lot of quality shots to fall weather it came from the field or long distance. They were also excellent at the free throw line and capitalized in the paint. Kept turnovers low and used good passes to generate space. Unfortunately they struggled on second chance opportunities due to poor rebounding and couldn't execute on the fast break. Shifting to the 2nd with over 20 seconds left Khris Middleton would bury a three point jumper, 64-59. The Bucks in the 2nd shot 51% from the field with 3 three's made and posted 12 in the paint. More importantly they gave the ball up 4 times and gained 5 on the fast break. Too bad they piled up only 3 seconds chance baksets. Milwaukee stayed hot from the field as shots fell effectively on good movement and torched the defense inside the paint. They did a little bit better on fast break scoring and were still solid at the free throw line. Great ball protection to go along. Unfortunately they were lacking second chance scores and couldn't get their three pointer to go in due to the Spurs smoothering defensive pressure. Be aware that the Bucks went into the half with a 64-59 lead. Heading into quarter 3 Antetkounmpo would drop off a finger roll layin, 82-77. So Milwaukee got good looks from the field which led to quality shots making and thrashed the Spurs in the paint. Rare giveaways to add on. Still had issues on second chance and fast break opportunities. Horrible three point shooting on top of that. To concludes this matchup in 4th Antetkounmpo hit a clutch slam and was fouled in the process to make this a three point play with 53 seconds left and went up 123-118. Bucks exited the 4th by sinking 53% from the field and scored 14 in the paint with 3 giveaways. Including 3 points on fast break and tallied 2 second chance scores. Each team found ways to create separation which led to quality shots dropping and did a bunch damage in the paint. Also did a tremendous job at the free throw line and stayed effective on the fast break but were poor from long range and turnovers mounted. Look the Bucks down the stretch got critical baskets to drop. At least the Spurs did much better in second chance scoring. Defensively they were struggled to defend mid range attempts and got obliterated in the paint. Stopping the fast break was even harder. Now they used quick hands that led to turnovers and executed off takeaways. Eliminated three point shooting. At the end of the game Milwaukee forced San Antonio to miss key shots late. With that being said....the Spurs took away second chance opportunities. Milwaukee added 60 points in the paint, scored 15 on the fast break, finished 12 of 34 from deep and jumped up to a 25-10 record.
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Wednesday January 3rd, 2024: The Lakers get thumper by the Heat after suffering a 96-110 loss. Los Angeles has lost 3 in a row and are one game under 500. On the Lakers first possession LeBron James in the 1st quarter buried a layup, 2-2. Later on Vanderbilt would cut to the rim for a layup, 18-23. LA in one shot 33% from the field with 0 made three pointers and turned it over 10 times. Along with earning 5 second chance points and got 2 on the fast break. A few positives was shooting 6 of 7 from the free throw line and inking 12 points in the paint. The Lakers struggled to make shots from both the field and three point territory due to the Heat's constant defensive pressure. More Importantly they turned it over one too many times while being insufficient on second chance and fast break opportunities. At least their executing at the free throw line and are dominating in the paint as players cut to the rim effectively. During the 2nd quarter LeBron James would miss a pull-up mid range jumper. We now move to the latter stages of this quarter, where Anthony Davis off a Reaves pass dropped off a two handed jam, 33-43. The Lakers from the field at this point in time still weren't looking good. LA through two shot 38% from the field while making 3 three pointers and scored 16 points in the paint. Including 5 turnovers. Lakers still having a tough time shooting the ball it didn't matter if was from the field or long distance. To make matters worse LA was still in-effective on second chance opportunities due to the lack of reboundimg and were terrible on the fast breaks. A coupe of good things was their ability to stay hot at the free throw line and were a force when scoring in the paint. Had better ball protection in this quarter alone. LA snatched 26 total points in the paint, was 3 of 16 from deep and entered halftime trailing 45-53. LeBron James in the 3rd quarter on the Lakers first possession sunk a three point J, 47-53. Moments later, Davis would latch onto a mid range floater which brought LA within three, 67-70. The Lakers were getting good looks from the field at this time. LA exited the 3rd by knocking down 40% of their shots from the field with 0 three's made and dialed in 2 second chance points. Scored 2 on the fast break and gave the ball up 5 times. Los Angeles were finally getting good shot selections to drop from the field on good movement of the ball and did damage in the paint. Unfortunately they still were having problems on second chance opportunities and couldn't capitalize on the fast break. LA's three point shooting continued to lack but turnovers weren't to bad. As a whole team though they have 20 giveaways and THAT is horrible. Transitioning into the 4th LeBron James would deliver a nicely made layup, 69-72. As the game went along Wood would hit a mid range floater but we're behind 94-108. LA was still pretty effecient from the field. LA through the 4th shot 42% from the field and made 1 three while snagging 2 second chance points. Pounded the paint for 16 points as well. LA went 4 of 30 from deep, scored 6 points off takeaways, rolled in 11 second chance points with 13 coming on the fast break, delivered 60 points in the paint but fell to a 17-18 record.
The Heat knock off the Lakers 110-96. Miami is currently sitting 1st place in the Southeast Division and are 6-4 through 10 games. In the 1st quarter Kyle Lowry on the Heat's first possession hit to two free throws, 2-0. Afterwards, Kyle Lowry late tossed an alley oop pass to Jamie Jaques who hammered in a nice slam, 20-9. Miami can't buy a bucket from the field. Miami through one shot 32% from the field with 3 three's made on 12 attempts and scored 10 points in the paint. Added 3 turnovers and tallied 10 on the fast break but scored only 2 seconds chance points. The Heat like LA were having a real hard time in knocking down shots whether it was from the field or beyond the arc. It doesn't help either that Miami wasn't being as effective on second chance opportunities. Although they've been excellent in the paint and kept turnobers low. Doing a solid job on the fast break as well. Shifting to the 2nd quarter Duncan Robinson missed a three point J. Now the Heat late would extend their lead to 10 after Lowry sunk a three point jumper, 51-41. The Heat so far still showing struggles behind the arc. Miami closed out the 2nd by shooting 41% from the field with 12 points in the paint and scored 4 on the fast break. That includes 0 second chance points and tallied 2 giveaways. The Heat from the field on good ball movement got better shots to fall and couldn't be stopped in the paint. Rarely turned the ball over too. Can't forget that they were sharp at the free throw line. The Heat just need to be better beyond three point territory because the Lakers defense was taking that away and they have execute better on second chance opportunities. They were slowed down on the fast break. Defensively, Miami used quick hands that caused turnovers and forced contested shots. Miami piled a total of 22 points in the paint, pushed in 14 points on the fast break and slipped into halftime with a 53-45. Then in quarter 3 Jaques would have his shot blocked by Anthony Davis on the Heat's first possession. So with 1:01 left Adebayo buried a mid range jumper and it gave the Heat a 72-67 lead. Shots from the field were dwindling in this quarter. Miami ended the 3rd by shooting an overall 30% and scored 8 points in the paint. The Heat piled up 0 on second chance opportunities and scored 2 on the fast break. Lost the ball twice too. The Heat once again were struggling to get shots to fall from from the field and were poor behind the arc. Can't exclude their inability to execute on second chance and fast break opportunities. With that being said....Miami still had great ball protection. Heading into the 4th quarter Adebayo would have his shot blocked by Davis. In conclusion, Jaques splashed in a game clinching layup, 110-94. The Heat were hot from the field. LA in the 4th shot 44% from the field while posting 12 in the paint and coiled up 4 points on the fast break. Nabbed 8 second chance scores. Both teams created open open space by utilizing set screens and fired solid passes. They also shot the ball well from the field and did a ton of damage in the paint. Showed some execution on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding and did a nice job on the fast break. Turnovers were a lot and were poor all night from long range. At the end of the game Miami down the stretch made critical baskets. Defensively they had some issues defending mid range attempts and limiting second chance scoring was even harder to do at times. Couldn't slowdown the fast breaks and got torched in the paint. Now both used quick hands that forced turnovers and restricted three point shooting. Look, the Heat's defense late forced LA into a lot of missed shots and achieved more points off takeaways. The Heat went 12 of 17 from the free throw line, scored 22 points off turnovers, performed well by adding 20 fast break points and improved to a 20-14 record.
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BREAKING: The Celtics resign Jaylen Brown to a 5 year $304 Million Dollar deal. This makes Brown the richest player. Jaylen Brown across 7 seasons with the Celtics is averaging 17.9 in points per game, 5.2 in rebounds and 2.2 in assists. Brown can shoot the ball weather it's from the field or beyond three point territory and opens up the floor with good passing. Although, Brown has a tendency to be hot one game and then inconsistent the next. Mostly in the Playoffs too. Brown finished 2023 regular season by averaging 26.6 in points per game, 6.9 in rebounds, 3.5 in assists and shot 49% from the field. In the Postseason he recorded 27.7 in points per game but his Celtics came up short of their goal after being eliminated in the East Final by the Heat.
BREAKING: The Celtics resign Jaylen Brown to a 5 year $304 Million Dollar deal. This makes Brown the richest player. Jaylen Brown across 7 seasons with the Celtics is averaging 17.9 in points per game, 5.2 in rebounds and 2.2 in assists. Brown can shoot the ball weather it's from the field or beyond three point territory and opens up the floor with good passing. Although, Brown has a tendency to be hot one game and then inconsistent the next. Mostly in the Playoffs too. Brown finished 2023 regular season by averaging 26.6 in points per game, 6.9 in rebounds, 3.5 in assists and shot 49% from the field. In the Postseason he recorded 27.7 in points per game but his Celtics came up short of their goal after being eliminated in the East Final by the Heat.
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NEW HOME AFTER MEMPHIS SAYS BYE: The Rockets sign Dillion Brooks to a 4 tear $86 Million Dollar deal. Now Dillon Brooks after being waived by the Grizzlies for his attitude was eventually picked up by the Rockets. Offensively, Brooks is a sham. You saw it in the regular season and in the Post that he can't shoot the ball. He's inconsistent but luckily for him he's great on the defensive end, where he can force you to take tough shots. Brooks averaged 14.3 in points, 2.6 in assists and 3.3 in rebounding. He shot 39% from the field as well.
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BREAKING: The Mavericks inked Grant Williams to a 4 year $54 Million Dollar deal. If Luka and Kyrie can stay healthy along with Grant Williams coming in they'll be a dangerous team. Grant Williams drives the paint consistently with defenders on his back and shoots the ball at a high level. Doesn't matter if it's a mid or three point jumper. Now on defense he's a great shot blocker and pick pockets his opponents. Williams will end his 4 year stint as a Celtic by averaging 6.2 in points per game, 3.4 in rebounds and 1m2 in assists.
NEW HOME AFTER MEMPHIS SAYS BYE: The Rockets sign Dillion Brooks to a 4 tear $86 Million Dollar deal. Now Dillon Brooks after being waived by the Grizzlies for his attitude was eventually picked up by the Rockets. Offensively, Brooks is a sham. You saw it in the regular season and in the Post that he can't shoot the ball. He's inconsistent but luckily for him he's great on the defensive end, where he can force you to take tough shots. Brooks averaged 14.3 in points, 2.6 in assists and 3.3 in rebounding. He shot 39% from the field as well.
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BREAKING: The Mavericks inked Grant Williams to a 4 year $54 Million Dollar deal. If Luka and Kyrie can stay healthy along with Grant Williams coming in they'll be a dangerous team. Grant Williams drives the paint consistently with defenders on his back and shoots the ball at a high level. Doesn't matter if it's a mid or three point jumper. Now on defense he's a great shot blocker and pick pockets his opponents. Williams will end his 4 year stint as a Celtic by averaging 6.2 in points per game, 3.4 in rebounds and 1m2 in assists.
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STAYING IN LA: The Lakers have resigned Austin Reaves to a 4 year $56 Million Dollar deal. Now Reaves for sure deserves this because he showed out when his number was called. Reaves did a tremendous job in shooting the ball, wheather it was from the field or beyond three point territory. He could drive the rim effectively and dish out nice passes. You can't forget about his defense as he forced opponents to take tough shots and used quick hands to turn in steals. Austin Reaves in 2022-2023 averaged 13 points per game, 3.4 in assists and 3.0 in rebounding. He also shot 52% from the field.
STAYING IN LA: The Lakers have resigned Austin Reaves to a 4 year $56 Million Dollar deal. Now Reaves for sure deserves this because he showed out when his number was called. Reaves did a tremendous job in shooting the ball, wheather it was from the field or beyond three point territory. He could drive the rim effectively and dish out nice passes. You can't forget about his defense as he forced opponents to take tough shots and used quick hands to turn in steals. Austin Reaves in 2022-2023 averaged 13 points per game, 3.4 in assists and 3.0 in rebounding. He also shot 52% from the field.
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BREAKING: The Mavericks came to terms by signing Kyrie Irving to a 3 year $126 Million Dollar deal. Don't forget Kyrie came to the Mavs during last year's trade deadline. Irving in 2023 averaged 26.9 in points per game, 6.0 in rebounds and 5.0 for assists.
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OUT OF TORONTO: The Rockets sign Fred VanVleet to a 3 year $130 Million Dollar deal. What makes Fred VanVleet such a valuable player is ability to shoot the ball from both the field and three point territory. He can deliver nice passes to open up the offense and can drive the paint. Defensively, VanVleet does a nice job of striping the ball with his quick hands and forces contested shots. VanVleet in 2023 averaged 19.4 in points per game, 7.2 in assists and 3.1 for rebounds.
BREAKING: The Mavericks came to terms by signing Kyrie Irving to a 3 year $126 Million Dollar deal. Don't forget Kyrie came to the Mavs during last year's trade deadline. Irving in 2023 averaged 26.9 in points per game, 6.0 in rebounds and 5.0 for assists.
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OUT OF TORONTO: The Rockets sign Fred VanVleet to a 3 year $130 Million Dollar deal. What makes Fred VanVleet such a valuable player is ability to shoot the ball from both the field and three point territory. He can deliver nice passes to open up the offense and can drive the paint. Defensively, VanVleet does a nice job of striping the ball with his quick hands and forces contested shots. VanVleet in 2023 averaged 19.4 in points per game, 7.2 in assists and 3.1 for rebounds.
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BREAKING: The Jazz acquire John Collins from the Hawks after trading Rudy Gibert future 2nd round draft selection. Now John Collins throughout his career is known to be one of the best insode scorers by knocking down alley oop attempts and can bury a contested layup/dunk. Every once on a while he'll knock down a three pointer if left wide open and snags rebounds. Across six seasons in Atlanta Collins averaged 15.8 in poimts per game, 8.0 in rebounds and 1.5 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Bucks are keeping Khris Middleton for the next 2 years for a $102 Million Dollars. Now this past season Khris Middleton averaged 15.1 in points per game, 4.2 in rebounds and 4.9 in assists.
BREAKING: The Jazz acquire John Collins from the Hawks after trading Rudy Gibert future 2nd round draft selection. Now John Collins throughout his career is known to be one of the best insode scorers by knocking down alley oop attempts and can bury a contested layup/dunk. Every once on a while he'll knock down a three pointer if left wide open and snags rebounds. Across six seasons in Atlanta Collins averaged 15.8 in poimts per game, 8.0 in rebounds and 1.5 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Bucks are keeping Khris Middleton for the next 2 years for a $102 Million Dollars. Now this past season Khris Middleton averaged 15.1 in points per game, 4.2 in rebounds and 4.9 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Bulls have resigned Vucevic to a brand new 3 year $60 Million Dollar deal. Now Nikola Vucevic came to Chicago after being traded by the Magic back in 2021. Vucevic since coming to Chicago does a great of attacking the paint and if left open he'll bury a three pointer or knock in a nice mid range J. He has solid vision by delivering good passes and rebounds at a high level. Including a good rim protection. Vucevic has spent three seasons with the Bulls and in that time he is averaging 56.9 in points per game, 33.5 in rebounds and 10.3 in assists.
BREAKING: The Bulls have resigned Vucevic to a brand new 3 year $60 Million Dollar deal. Now Nikola Vucevic came to Chicago after being traded by the Magic back in 2021. Vucevic since coming to Chicago does a great of attacking the paint and if left open he'll bury a three pointer or knock in a nice mid range J. He has solid vision by delivering good passes and rebounds at a high level. Including a good rim protection. Vucevic has spent three seasons with the Bulls and in that time he is averaging 56.9 in points per game, 33.5 in rebounds and 10.3 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Warriors get Chris Paul from the Suns after trading Poole, 1st round protected draft pick for 2030 and a 2nd rounder. Now Chris Paul is a player who knock down quality shots from the interior or beyond three point territory and has good vision when it comes to finding his teammates. My only problem here is that one Chris Paul is old and two he's injury prone! These past two years he's been dealing with nagging groin issues and all of the above.
BREAKING: The Warriors get Chris Paul from the Suns after trading Poole, 1st round protected draft pick for 2030 and a 2nd rounder. Now Chris Paul is a player who knock down quality shots from the interior or beyond three point territory and has good vision when it comes to finding his teammates. My only problem here is that one Chris Paul is old and two he's injury prone! These past two years he's been dealing with nagging groin issues and all of the above.
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The Celtics get Kristaps Porzingis from the Wizards after trading Marcus Smart to the Grizzlies in a three team deal. Boston also snags a 2024 draft selection from both the Warriors and the Grizzlies while Washington secured Tyus Jones, Galinari, Muscala and a 2023 draft choice. Now Porzingis is a player who can give 20 plus points per game by doing his due diligence inside the paint and at times can spot up a jumper. Great rebounder as well. This past season Porzingis recorded 23 1 in points per game, 8.4 in rebounds and 2.7 in assists.
The Celtics get Kristaps Porzingis from the Wizards after trading Marcus Smart to the Grizzlies in a three team deal. Boston also snags a 2024 draft selection from both the Warriors and the Grizzlies while Washington secured Tyus Jones, Galinari, Muscala and a 2023 draft choice. Now Porzingis is a player who can give 20 plus points per game by doing his due diligence inside the paint and at times can spot up a jumper. Great rebounder as well. This past season Porzingis recorded 23 1 in points per game, 8.4 in rebounds and 2.7 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Suns trade Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, and a few second round draft selections to the Wizards for Bradley Beal. Now Bradley Beal coming to the Suns is big! He's a player who can take and make contested shots, wheather it be from the field or long distance. He can also beat your best defender in one on one before eventually driving the paint. Beal has great vision as well by making precision passes to his teammates. On the defensive end he has quick hands that force turnovers and plays contested defense. Beal ends his 11 year stint in Washington by averaging 22.1 in points per game and 4.3 in assists.
BREAKING: The Suns trade Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, and a few second round draft selections to the Wizards for Bradley Beal. Now Bradley Beal coming to the Suns is big! He's a player who can take and make contested shots, wheather it be from the field or long distance. He can also beat your best defender in one on one before eventually driving the paint. Beal has great vision as well by making precision passes to his teammates. On the defensive end he has quick hands that force turnovers and plays contested defense. Beal ends his 11 year stint in Washington by averaging 22.1 in points per game and 4.3 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Raptors have decided to fore Head Coach Nick Nurse after 5 seasons and 2019 NBA title. Ima Udoka could potentially be the next Coach moving forward. Now this all comes after a wild roller coaster ride of this 2022-2023 NBA season. Nick Nurse this past year led the Raptors to 41-41 record and were 10th place in the Eastern Conference. However, Nick Nurse and the Raptors made it all the way to te play in tournament but got eliminated by the Bulls thus ending their season.
BREAKING: The Raptors have decided to fore Head Coach Nick Nurse after 5 seasons and 2019 NBA title. Ima Udoka could potentially be the next Coach moving forward. Now this all comes after a wild roller coaster ride of this 2022-2023 NBA season. Nick Nurse this past year led the Raptors to 41-41 record and were 10th place in the Eastern Conference. However, Nick Nurse and the Raptors made it all the way to te play in tournament but got eliminated by the Bulls thus ending their season.
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INJURY UPDATE: Now the Heat lose a solid role player in Tyler Herro after sustaining a broken hand during a 130-117 game 1 win against the Bucks. Herro's injury was sustained in the 2nd quarter after he dove hands first for the ball and seconds later he'd be seen wincing in pain. Keep in mind Tyler Herro swished a three point jumper from the corner while using his bad hand and then jogged to the locker room in hurry.
INJURY UPDATE: Now the Heat lose a solid role player in Tyler Herro after sustaining a broken hand during a 130-117 game 1 win against the Bucks. Herro's injury was sustained in the 2nd quarter after he dove hands first for the ball and seconds later he'd be seen wincing in pain. Keep in mind Tyler Herro swished a three point jumper from the corner while using his bad hand and then jogged to the locker room in hurry.
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Wednesday April 12th, 2023: DeRozan and the Bulls during the East Play-in knocked off the Raptors by a score of 109-105. The Bulls will now take on the Heat this coming Friday and the winner secures 7th seed. DeRozan in quarter 1 would dip his shoulder before delivering a nicley made finger roll layin, 18-25. The Bulls in one shot 40% from the field with 0 three's made on 6 tries and scored 14 points in the paint. Chicago's offense couldn't get a mid range or three point jumper to fall as most of their points came inside the paint. Also, they weren't getting to the free throw line enough and fast break opportunities were shutdown. During the 2nd quarter Collby White with 4:17 left would knock in a nice layup, 41-48. The Bulls ended the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field with 2 made three's and tallied 16 in the paint. Chicago were also a combined 3 of 5 from the free throw line and scored 4 second chance points. The Bulls from the field were getting shots to go in consistently and pressured the rim by effectively attacking the paint. Chicago capitalized on second chance opportunities and got to the free throw line a little bit more. Chicago scored 4 points on the fast break, added 28 in the paint and walked into halftime facing an uphill battle as they were down 47-58. Heading into the late stages of the 3rd quarter Williams would find LaVine who spotted in a wide open three pointer, 69-77. The Bulls shot 44% from the field while making 1 three pointer and recorded 10 points in the paint. Chicago coughed the ball up 4 times as well. Chicago's offense shot the ball extremely well from the field as they got buckets to fall and executed the paint game but they continue their three point struggles due to Toronto's defense smoothing the line and turnovers were constant. Going into the 4th quarter Chicago would gain a lead after LaVine dialed up a stepback mid range jumper, 98-95. At this point in time Chicago's defense started making solid stops and the offemse in transition scored quickly. Towards the end of this quarter DeRozan would knock down a mid range floater, 104-100. Chicago closed out the 4th by shooting 43% from the field with 1 three attached and snagged 12 points in the paint. They secured 10 fast break points and gave the ball away once. The Bulls were able to get high percentage shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and stayed effective when scoring inside the paint. Chicago did quality damage on fast break opportunities and limited costly mistakes. Bulls finished with 52 points in the paint, snagged 14 on the fast break, squeezed in 22 points off the Raptors 14 turnovers and took a 1-0 lead.
The Raptors during last nights matchup suffered a tough 105-109 loss to the Bulls. The Raptors with this defeat have now been eliminated from Playoff contention. Fred VanVleet midway into the 1st quarter would hit a three point jumper and it gave the Raptors a 23-16 advantage. The Raptors through one shot 50% from the field with 4 three pointers made and tallied 8 in the paint. Including 4 points on the fast break. Toronto on excellent ball movement were getting quality shots to fall wheather it came from the field or long distance. They capitalized on fast break opportunities and were efficient in the paint. Defensively, they did a great job of taking away open looks from behind the arc and forced 0 fouls. Then in the 2nd quarter Pascal Siakam from the baseline would bury a turning mid range jumper, 50-41. The Raptors capped off the 2nd by posting an overall 40% while adding 6 points in the paint and notched 7 second chance buckets. The Raptors from both ends of the court obtained quality shots on nice ball rotation and dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets. However, points in the paint were eliminated due to Chicago's defense clogging the middle of the lane. The Raptors were 1 of 4 from the free throw line, earned 11 second chance scores and entered halftime with a 58-47 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter halfway through Scottie Barnes over DeRozan would deliver one handed layup, 71-57. Toronto wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in 44% from the field with 2 three's acquired and piled up 10 in the paint. They got 4 points on the fast break to go along and attached 3 turnovers. The Raptors pushed the ball up court with excellent passes and from the field they got quality shots to fall while capitalizing inside the paint. They executed on fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a minimum but due to untimely misses they couldn't get a three pointer to drop. We now turn our attention to the 4th quarter, where Siakam on a slip screen would drive the paint before hammering down a two handed slam, 104-105 with 19.7 seconds left. The Raptors in the 4th shot 43% from the field with 1 three made and racked up 16 in the paint. Raptors pushed in 11 second chance buckets and gave the ball up 7 times. Toronto created separation by using the screen while setting each other up with good passes and it allowed for solid shots to go in from the field. The Raptors did well in the paint by consistently attacking but they lacked three point shooting due to the Bulls defense eliminating open opportunities and turnovers were repetitive. Toronto ended with 40 points in the paint, gained 22 second chance scores and fell to an 0-1 record.
Wednesday April 12th, 2023: DeRozan and the Bulls during the East Play-in knocked off the Raptors by a score of 109-105. The Bulls will now take on the Heat this coming Friday and the winner secures 7th seed. DeRozan in quarter 1 would dip his shoulder before delivering a nicley made finger roll layin, 18-25. The Bulls in one shot 40% from the field with 0 three's made on 6 tries and scored 14 points in the paint. Chicago's offense couldn't get a mid range or three point jumper to fall as most of their points came inside the paint. Also, they weren't getting to the free throw line enough and fast break opportunities were shutdown. During the 2nd quarter Collby White with 4:17 left would knock in a nice layup, 41-48. The Bulls ended the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field with 2 made three's and tallied 16 in the paint. Chicago were also a combined 3 of 5 from the free throw line and scored 4 second chance points. The Bulls from the field were getting shots to go in consistently and pressured the rim by effectively attacking the paint. Chicago capitalized on second chance opportunities and got to the free throw line a little bit more. Chicago scored 4 points on the fast break, added 28 in the paint and walked into halftime facing an uphill battle as they were down 47-58. Heading into the late stages of the 3rd quarter Williams would find LaVine who spotted in a wide open three pointer, 69-77. The Bulls shot 44% from the field while making 1 three pointer and recorded 10 points in the paint. Chicago coughed the ball up 4 times as well. Chicago's offense shot the ball extremely well from the field as they got buckets to fall and executed the paint game but they continue their three point struggles due to Toronto's defense smoothing the line and turnovers were constant. Going into the 4th quarter Chicago would gain a lead after LaVine dialed up a stepback mid range jumper, 98-95. At this point in time Chicago's defense started making solid stops and the offemse in transition scored quickly. Towards the end of this quarter DeRozan would knock down a mid range floater, 104-100. Chicago closed out the 4th by shooting 43% from the field with 1 three attached and snagged 12 points in the paint. They secured 10 fast break points and gave the ball away once. The Bulls were able to get high percentage shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and stayed effective when scoring inside the paint. Chicago did quality damage on fast break opportunities and limited costly mistakes. Bulls finished with 52 points in the paint, snagged 14 on the fast break, squeezed in 22 points off the Raptors 14 turnovers and took a 1-0 lead.
The Raptors during last nights matchup suffered a tough 105-109 loss to the Bulls. The Raptors with this defeat have now been eliminated from Playoff contention. Fred VanVleet midway into the 1st quarter would hit a three point jumper and it gave the Raptors a 23-16 advantage. The Raptors through one shot 50% from the field with 4 three pointers made and tallied 8 in the paint. Including 4 points on the fast break. Toronto on excellent ball movement were getting quality shots to fall wheather it came from the field or long distance. They capitalized on fast break opportunities and were efficient in the paint. Defensively, they did a great job of taking away open looks from behind the arc and forced 0 fouls. Then in the 2nd quarter Pascal Siakam from the baseline would bury a turning mid range jumper, 50-41. The Raptors capped off the 2nd by posting an overall 40% while adding 6 points in the paint and notched 7 second chance buckets. The Raptors from both ends of the court obtained quality shots on nice ball rotation and dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets. However, points in the paint were eliminated due to Chicago's defense clogging the middle of the lane. The Raptors were 1 of 4 from the free throw line, earned 11 second chance scores and entered halftime with a 58-47 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter halfway through Scottie Barnes over DeRozan would deliver one handed layup, 71-57. Toronto wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in 44% from the field with 2 three's acquired and piled up 10 in the paint. They got 4 points on the fast break to go along and attached 3 turnovers. The Raptors pushed the ball up court with excellent passes and from the field they got quality shots to fall while capitalizing inside the paint. They executed on fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a minimum but due to untimely misses they couldn't get a three pointer to drop. We now turn our attention to the 4th quarter, where Siakam on a slip screen would drive the paint before hammering down a two handed slam, 104-105 with 19.7 seconds left. The Raptors in the 4th shot 43% from the field with 1 three made and racked up 16 in the paint. Raptors pushed in 11 second chance buckets and gave the ball up 7 times. Toronto created separation by using the screen while setting each other up with good passes and it allowed for solid shots to go in from the field. The Raptors did well in the paint by consistently attacking but they lacked three point shooting due to the Bulls defense eliminating open opportunities and turnovers were repetitive. Toronto ended with 40 points in the paint, gained 22 second chance scores and fell to an 0-1 record.
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Tuesday April 11th, 2023: The Lakers rallied from a 17 point deficit to knock off the Timberwolves by a score of 108-102. The Lakers with this win earned the 7th seed in the Western Conference and will take on the Grizzlies in game 1 of the Playoffs. Dennis Schroder in the 1st quarter with 1:28 left would deliver a three point jumper, 22-23. The Lakers in one shot 38% from the field while making 2 made three's on 7 tries and scored 14 in the paint. Including 5 second chsnce points and got 4 on the fast break to go along. The Lakers moved the ball well but couldn't obtain a shot wheather it was from the field or long distance. LA capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities while executing in the paint. Then in the 2nd quarter Davis would post a block on McLoughlin's shot attempt and in transition Reaves would sink in a nicley made layup, 43-44. Few possessions later LA would take a lead thanks to LeBron James hitting a one handed layup, 45-43. LA capped off quarter 2 by shooting 42% from the field with 1 three made and tallied 16 points in the paint. Also, they added 4 second chance scores while 5 came on the fast break and gave the ball away 5 times. Los Angeles from the field obtained quality shots on good ball movement and capitalized in the paint. LA continued to execute on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and couldn't be stopped on the fast break yet careless mistakes and poor three point shooting is what's slowing them down. The three ball just doesn't want to fall and part of that is because of the Wolves smothering defense. Lakers had 9 offensive rebounds, gained 42 in the painted area, filed 13 second chance buckets with 15 on the fast break and slipped into halftime facing a 49-60 deficit. Heading into the later parts of the 3rd quarter Dennis Schroder who was wide open splashed in a three point junper but trailed 63-80. Towards the end of the quarter Beasley would lace in a three point J and it brought his team within 7, 77-84. LA wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in 44% from the field wirh 4 turnovers amassed and recorded 12 in the paint. They gained 4 second chance buckets with 6 points coming on the fast break. Los Angeles did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and beyond three point territory. They did quality damage in the paint while executing second chance and fast break opportunities yet costly turnovers keep slowing them down. We now turn our attention to the 4th quarter, where LeBron James sunk in a three point jumper, 95-95. Lalers in the 4th shot 40% from the field with 2 three pointers made and piled up 16 in the paint. Los Angeles notched 5 turnovers and secured 5 second chance buckets. The Lakers from the interior were knocking down quality shots and pressured the rim by effectively attacking the paint. Lakers capitalized on second chance opportunities but they lacked three point shooting and turnovers were constant. Now in Overtime Davs off an LeBron James assist would squeeze in a layup, 105-100. The Lakers closed out OT shooting 41% from the field with 1 three obtained and snagged 2 of their 52 total points in the paint. The Lakers at the right time were getting clutch shots to go in from the field on excellent ball rotation but they did slip a bit in the pant as Minnesota took the open lanes away amd performed poorly from deep. Keep note they shot a combined 10 of 31 from deep. Lakers in OT outscored Minnesota 10-4, finished with 18 second chance points and moved to a 1-0 record in the West Play-in.
The Timberwolves in the West play-in suffered a tough 102-108 loss to the Lakers in Overtime. Minnesota will now meet the Thunder. In the 1st quarter Karl Anthony Towns would bury a contested layup and it gave the Timberwolves a 23-19 lead. The Wollves ended the 1st by shooting 62% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 10 points in the paint. That includes 5 turnivers and scored 3 on the fast break. Minnesota from the field and when going deep were getting quality shots to fall at high percentages. They dominated in the paint but struggled in ball protection and fast break opportunities were shutdown. Going into the late stages of the 2nd quarter Minnesota would regain theor lead after Mike Conley hit a pullup mid range jumper, 49-47. Afterwards, Minnesota woukd extend their lead by a large margin as Conley with 22 ticks left hit a three point jumper, 60-49. Wolves would answer with a 14-2 run of their own due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Wolves shot an overall 50% and acquired 10 points in the paint. They also secured 5 on the fast break and gave the ball up 3 times. The Timberwolves utilized the screen to help free up space while getting shots to fall consistently from the field and beyond the arc. Minnesota executed inside the paint as players cut to the rim and dominated on the fast break. Minnesota earned 32 in the paint, scored 10 points on the fast break and entered halftime with a 60-49 lead. Shifting over to the 3rd quarter Alexander Walker would barrel to the cup for nice one handed layup, 78-63. The Wolves co clused the 3rd by knocking in 51% from the field with 5 made three's and notched 12 points in the paint. They piled up 3 turnovers and got outscored 30-26. Minnesota shot the ball extremely well from the field with excellent passing and punished LA's defense behind the arc as buckets were falling. Timberwolves stayed efficient when scoring inside the paint and turnovers were limited. Now in the 4th quarter Minnesota would force OT after Conley was fouled by Davis beyond the arc and he buried 3 free throws, 98-98. The Wolves closed the 4th by splashing in 44% from the field with 3 three three's acquired and earned 0 points in the paint. As well as giving the ball over 6 times. The Timberwolves offense looked flat as they missed critical shots from both the field and behind the arc. They gave the ball up one too many times and points in the paint were shutdown due to the Lakers clogging the lane. Luckily for the Woves it was the free throw shooting that kept them in this game. During Overtime Edwards would dial up beautiful finger roll layin, 102-105 with 19 seconds to go. The Wolves made 3 shots from the field on an overall 40% with 0 three's amassed and racked up 2 points in the paint. As well as scoring 5 second chance buckets. Despite their shooting percentages, Minnesota down the strech missed key shots from the field and couldn't buy a three pointer due to the Lakers defense taking away open looks. Wolves paint points were shutdown methodically as well. One positive was that Minnesota dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets. Minnesota stretched in 36 in the paint, snagged 12 on the fast break and fell to an 0-1 record in the 2023 Play-in.
Tuesday April 11th, 2023: The Lakers rallied from a 17 point deficit to knock off the Timberwolves by a score of 108-102. The Lakers with this win earned the 7th seed in the Western Conference and will take on the Grizzlies in game 1 of the Playoffs. Dennis Schroder in the 1st quarter with 1:28 left would deliver a three point jumper, 22-23. The Lakers in one shot 38% from the field while making 2 made three's on 7 tries and scored 14 in the paint. Including 5 second chsnce points and got 4 on the fast break to go along. The Lakers moved the ball well but couldn't obtain a shot wheather it was from the field or long distance. LA capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities while executing in the paint. Then in the 2nd quarter Davis would post a block on McLoughlin's shot attempt and in transition Reaves would sink in a nicley made layup, 43-44. Few possessions later LA would take a lead thanks to LeBron James hitting a one handed layup, 45-43. LA capped off quarter 2 by shooting 42% from the field with 1 three made and tallied 16 points in the paint. Also, they added 4 second chance scores while 5 came on the fast break and gave the ball away 5 times. Los Angeles from the field obtained quality shots on good ball movement and capitalized in the paint. LA continued to execute on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and couldn't be stopped on the fast break yet careless mistakes and poor three point shooting is what's slowing them down. The three ball just doesn't want to fall and part of that is because of the Wolves smothering defense. Lakers had 9 offensive rebounds, gained 42 in the painted area, filed 13 second chance buckets with 15 on the fast break and slipped into halftime facing a 49-60 deficit. Heading into the later parts of the 3rd quarter Dennis Schroder who was wide open splashed in a three point junper but trailed 63-80. Towards the end of the quarter Beasley would lace in a three point J and it brought his team within 7, 77-84. LA wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in 44% from the field wirh 4 turnovers amassed and recorded 12 in the paint. They gained 4 second chance buckets with 6 points coming on the fast break. Los Angeles did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and beyond three point territory. They did quality damage in the paint while executing second chance and fast break opportunities yet costly turnovers keep slowing them down. We now turn our attention to the 4th quarter, where LeBron James sunk in a three point jumper, 95-95. Lalers in the 4th shot 40% from the field with 2 three pointers made and piled up 16 in the paint. Los Angeles notched 5 turnovers and secured 5 second chance buckets. The Lakers from the interior were knocking down quality shots and pressured the rim by effectively attacking the paint. Lakers capitalized on second chance opportunities but they lacked three point shooting and turnovers were constant. Now in Overtime Davs off an LeBron James assist would squeeze in a layup, 105-100. The Lakers closed out OT shooting 41% from the field with 1 three obtained and snagged 2 of their 52 total points in the paint. The Lakers at the right time were getting clutch shots to go in from the field on excellent ball rotation but they did slip a bit in the pant as Minnesota took the open lanes away amd performed poorly from deep. Keep note they shot a combined 10 of 31 from deep. Lakers in OT outscored Minnesota 10-4, finished with 18 second chance points and moved to a 1-0 record in the West Play-in.
The Timberwolves in the West play-in suffered a tough 102-108 loss to the Lakers in Overtime. Minnesota will now meet the Thunder. In the 1st quarter Karl Anthony Towns would bury a contested layup and it gave the Timberwolves a 23-19 lead. The Wollves ended the 1st by shooting 62% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 10 points in the paint. That includes 5 turnivers and scored 3 on the fast break. Minnesota from the field and when going deep were getting quality shots to fall at high percentages. They dominated in the paint but struggled in ball protection and fast break opportunities were shutdown. Going into the late stages of the 2nd quarter Minnesota would regain theor lead after Mike Conley hit a pullup mid range jumper, 49-47. Afterwards, Minnesota woukd extend their lead by a large margin as Conley with 22 ticks left hit a three point jumper, 60-49. Wolves would answer with a 14-2 run of their own due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Wolves shot an overall 50% and acquired 10 points in the paint. They also secured 5 on the fast break and gave the ball up 3 times. The Timberwolves utilized the screen to help free up space while getting shots to fall consistently from the field and beyond the arc. Minnesota executed inside the paint as players cut to the rim and dominated on the fast break. Minnesota earned 32 in the paint, scored 10 points on the fast break and entered halftime with a 60-49 lead. Shifting over to the 3rd quarter Alexander Walker would barrel to the cup for nice one handed layup, 78-63. The Wolves co clused the 3rd by knocking in 51% from the field with 5 made three's and notched 12 points in the paint. They piled up 3 turnovers and got outscored 30-26. Minnesota shot the ball extremely well from the field with excellent passing and punished LA's defense behind the arc as buckets were falling. Timberwolves stayed efficient when scoring inside the paint and turnovers were limited. Now in the 4th quarter Minnesota would force OT after Conley was fouled by Davis beyond the arc and he buried 3 free throws, 98-98. The Wolves closed the 4th by splashing in 44% from the field with 3 three three's acquired and earned 0 points in the paint. As well as giving the ball over 6 times. The Timberwolves offense looked flat as they missed critical shots from both the field and behind the arc. They gave the ball up one too many times and points in the paint were shutdown due to the Lakers clogging the lane. Luckily for the Woves it was the free throw shooting that kept them in this game. During Overtime Edwards would dial up beautiful finger roll layin, 102-105 with 19 seconds to go. The Wolves made 3 shots from the field on an overall 40% with 0 three's amassed and racked up 2 points in the paint. As well as scoring 5 second chance buckets. Despite their shooting percentages, Minnesota down the strech missed key shots from the field and couldn't buy a three pointer due to the Lakers defense taking away open looks. Wolves paint points were shutdown methodically as well. One positive was that Minnesota dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets. Minnesota stretched in 36 in the paint, snagged 12 on the fast break and fell to an 0-1 record in the 2023 Play-in.
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Wednesday April 5th, 2023: In the battle of LA the Clippers defeated the Lakers 125-118. Clippers are standing 5th place in the West and theough ten games they are 5-5. During the midway point of the 1st quarter Westbrook off a Leonard pass would drop in a nicley made mid rabge jumper, 23-18. The Clippers through one knocked down 58% from the field while making 6 three pointers and secured 14 points in the paint. LA attached 2 turnovers and recorded 8 on the fast break. The Clippers offense on good ball movement obtained quality shots wheather it was from the field or beyond the arc. They dominated in the paint while capitalizing in fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter midway through Zubac from inside the paint would knock down a nice mid range hook, 60-46. LA capped off the 2nd by posting 60% from the field while sinking in 5 made three's and secured 16 in the paint. Also, they racked up 12 points on the fast break and lost 6 turnovers. Los Angeles pushed the ball up court with good passes and it led to quality shots going in from field and behind the arc. LA capitalized in the paint and were effective on fast break chances yet they constantly gave the ball away. Defensively, they were able to eliminate the Lakers three point shooting by taking away any open looks and forced contested shots. Clips were 4 of 4 from the free throw line, had 20 combined points on the fast break with 30 in the paint and entered halftime with a 71-52 advantage. In the late stages of the 3rd quarter LA would push their lead further after Norman Powell hit a pullup mid range J, 89-76. Los Angeles wrapped up quarter 3 by splashing in 55% from the field with 1 made three pointer and racked up 6 in the paint. They attached 2 on the fast break and went 15 of 17 from the free throw area. The Clippers shot the ball extremely well from the interior and executed at the free throw line. It's just unfortunate that points in the paint were shutdown due to the Lakers blocking the middle of the lane and had struggles from deep as buckets weren't going in. Including poor ball security. In the end, LA woukd add the dagger after Powell buried a game clinching layup, 120-108. Clippers concluded the 4th by shooting 51% from the field with 4 three pointers gained and secured 10 points in the paint. Los Angeles on both ends of the court were getting quality shots to fall consistently and did plenty of damage inside the paint. LA also continued to generate some of their points from the free throw line and turnovers were held to 0. This defense truly deserves credit because in crunch time they were able to takeaway the three point line by smothering the perimeter and eliminated open looks on almost every possession. Los Angeles had 46 in the paint, gained 24 on the fast break, scored 18 points off the Lakers 14 turnovers and improved to a 42-38 record.
The Lakers fall to the Clippers after suffering a 118-125 defeat. Lakers are tied with the Pelicans for 7th place in the West and gained their 39th loss of the 2023 season. Keep in mind that the NBA Play-In begins April 11th!. Late in the 1st quarter Troy Brown would bury a three point jumper thus gaining a 26-25 lead and were on an 8-0 run. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. LA in one shot 47% from the field with 4 made three's on 8 tries and scored 14 in the paint. On second chance and fast breaks they acquired 8 points each and turned it over 4 times. The Lakers from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on good ball rotation and executed inside the paint. LA capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Moving forward they need to limit careless turnovers. LA ended the 2nd by knocking in 45% from the field with 4 turnovers tallied and notched 6 in the paint. The Lakers shot the ball effectively from the field as buckets were falling. However, they struggled in the paint due to the Clippers defense clogging the middle of the lane and their three pointers were a non factor. The Lakers reeled in 20 in the paint while utilizing 10 second chsnce buckets and walked into the half trailing 52-71. Turning our attention towards the 3rd quarter LeBron James would dial in a pullup mid range jumper but the Lakers still trialed, 60-77. Afterwards, Dennis Schroder would sink in a pullup mid range jumper, 78-89. LA capped offf the 3rd by spotting in 49% from the field and were 11 of 18 from the free throw line combined while adding 3 three's made. The Lakers knocked down solid shots from the field while moving the ball around well and capitalized at the charity stripe yet they couldn't bury a three pointer as baksets didn't want to fall and paint opportunities were limited. They need to be more aggressive in that painted area going forward because 4 points won't cut it. We now turn to the 4th quarter, where Austin Reaves off a LeBron James pass would fore in a three point J, 114-122. This is as close as the Lakers would get. LA said good riddence to the 4th by pushing in 49% from the field while adding 18 in the paint and gave the ball up twice. As well as scoring 4 second chance points. The Lakers down the strech didn't disappoint from the field as they got buckets to go in and were scoring constantly in the paint. They were excellent on fast breaks opportunities due to good defensive stops. Keep note that the Lakers in this quarter alone handled turnovers well but overall they couldn't keep a clean sheet and lacked three point shooting. LA ended with 54 paint points, squeezed in 14 second chance scores while 14 came on the fast break and fell down to a 41-39 record.
Wednesday April 5th, 2023: In the battle of LA the Clippers defeated the Lakers 125-118. Clippers are standing 5th place in the West and theough ten games they are 5-5. During the midway point of the 1st quarter Westbrook off a Leonard pass would drop in a nicley made mid rabge jumper, 23-18. The Clippers through one knocked down 58% from the field while making 6 three pointers and secured 14 points in the paint. LA attached 2 turnovers and recorded 8 on the fast break. The Clippers offense on good ball movement obtained quality shots wheather it was from the field or beyond the arc. They dominated in the paint while capitalizing in fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter midway through Zubac from inside the paint would knock down a nice mid range hook, 60-46. LA capped off the 2nd by posting 60% from the field while sinking in 5 made three's and secured 16 in the paint. Also, they racked up 12 points on the fast break and lost 6 turnovers. Los Angeles pushed the ball up court with good passes and it led to quality shots going in from field and behind the arc. LA capitalized in the paint and were effective on fast break chances yet they constantly gave the ball away. Defensively, they were able to eliminate the Lakers three point shooting by taking away any open looks and forced contested shots. Clips were 4 of 4 from the free throw line, had 20 combined points on the fast break with 30 in the paint and entered halftime with a 71-52 advantage. In the late stages of the 3rd quarter LA would push their lead further after Norman Powell hit a pullup mid range J, 89-76. Los Angeles wrapped up quarter 3 by splashing in 55% from the field with 1 made three pointer and racked up 6 in the paint. They attached 2 on the fast break and went 15 of 17 from the free throw area. The Clippers shot the ball extremely well from the interior and executed at the free throw line. It's just unfortunate that points in the paint were shutdown due to the Lakers blocking the middle of the lane and had struggles from deep as buckets weren't going in. Including poor ball security. In the end, LA woukd add the dagger after Powell buried a game clinching layup, 120-108. Clippers concluded the 4th by shooting 51% from the field with 4 three pointers gained and secured 10 points in the paint. Los Angeles on both ends of the court were getting quality shots to fall consistently and did plenty of damage inside the paint. LA also continued to generate some of their points from the free throw line and turnovers were held to 0. This defense truly deserves credit because in crunch time they were able to takeaway the three point line by smothering the perimeter and eliminated open looks on almost every possession. Los Angeles had 46 in the paint, gained 24 on the fast break, scored 18 points off the Lakers 14 turnovers and improved to a 42-38 record.
The Lakers fall to the Clippers after suffering a 118-125 defeat. Lakers are tied with the Pelicans for 7th place in the West and gained their 39th loss of the 2023 season. Keep in mind that the NBA Play-In begins April 11th!. Late in the 1st quarter Troy Brown would bury a three point jumper thus gaining a 26-25 lead and were on an 8-0 run. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. LA in one shot 47% from the field with 4 made three's on 8 tries and scored 14 in the paint. On second chance and fast breaks they acquired 8 points each and turned it over 4 times. The Lakers from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on good ball rotation and executed inside the paint. LA capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Moving forward they need to limit careless turnovers. LA ended the 2nd by knocking in 45% from the field with 4 turnovers tallied and notched 6 in the paint. The Lakers shot the ball effectively from the field as buckets were falling. However, they struggled in the paint due to the Clippers defense clogging the middle of the lane and their three pointers were a non factor. The Lakers reeled in 20 in the paint while utilizing 10 second chsnce buckets and walked into the half trailing 52-71. Turning our attention towards the 3rd quarter LeBron James would dial in a pullup mid range jumper but the Lakers still trialed, 60-77. Afterwards, Dennis Schroder would sink in a pullup mid range jumper, 78-89. LA capped offf the 3rd by spotting in 49% from the field and were 11 of 18 from the free throw line combined while adding 3 three's made. The Lakers knocked down solid shots from the field while moving the ball around well and capitalized at the charity stripe yet they couldn't bury a three pointer as baksets didn't want to fall and paint opportunities were limited. They need to be more aggressive in that painted area going forward because 4 points won't cut it. We now turn to the 4th quarter, where Austin Reaves off a LeBron James pass would fore in a three point J, 114-122. This is as close as the Lakers would get. LA said good riddence to the 4th by pushing in 49% from the field while adding 18 in the paint and gave the ball up twice. As well as scoring 4 second chance points. The Lakers down the strech didn't disappoint from the field as they got buckets to go in and were scoring constantly in the paint. They were excellent on fast breaks opportunities due to good defensive stops. Keep note that the Lakers in this quarter alone handled turnovers well but overall they couldn't keep a clean sheet and lacked three point shooting. LA ended with 54 paint points, squeezed in 14 second chance scores while 14 came on the fast break and fell down to a 41-39 record.
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Sunday April 2nd, 2023: Kyrie Irving drops 41 and the Mavericks suffer a 130-132 loss to the Hawks when in Overtime. Mavs are 11th place in the West and have lost three in a row. Luka Doncic in the 1st quarter would bury a fading mid range jumper and in the process he got fouled to make this a three point play, 25-26. Dallas ended the 1st by knocking down 52% from the field while notching 18 in the paint and sunk in 1 three pointer on 8 attempts. They also added 4 second chance points and got 5 turnovers to go along. The Mavericks moved the ball around to free up space and from the field they obtained quality shots while executing in the paint. They were effective at the free throw line and capitalized on second chance buckets but struggled in ball protection while having some issues beyond the arc due to Dallas taking away open looks and closing out well. In the 2nd quarter Josh Green in transition off a Hawks missed basket would get to the rim and sink in a nicley made layup, 49-50. Dallas was on a 14-6 run due the defense forcing a magnitude of stops and the offense scored quickly off missed opportunities. Afterwards, Reggie Bullock on an Atlanta in bound pass would force a steal off Murray and delivered a layup, 59-58. Mavs closed the 2nd by posting 57% from the field while notching 16 in the paint and attached 8 points on the fast break. That includes 2 three pointers acquired and lost the ball just twice. Dallas from the field were getting consistent shots to fall on great ball movement and pressured the rim by attacking the paint. Also, the Mavs executed fast break opportunities and domianted at the free throw line. Defensively, Dallas did a great job of eliminating open space behind the arc by closing the perimeter out and had active hands. Dallas recorded a combined 32 in the paint, secured 10 points on the fast break and entered the half down 66-70. Going into the 3rd the Mavs earned a 7-0 run after Wood delivered a one handed layup, 85-92. This run was let off by the defense getting stops and in transition the offense responded with easy points. The Maverick offense said good riddence to the 3rd quarter by splashing in 53% from the field with 4 made three's and snagged 10 in the paint. The Mavs attached 1 turnover and piled 5 points on the fast break. Keep note that the Mavs were a combined 7 of 2 from deep. Dallas did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. The Mavericks continued to be effecient when getting to the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Heading into the 4th Irving would help Dallas even the score late after dropping off a contested layup, 121-121. This was Irving's 39th points so far. Towards the end of this quarter McGee made 1 of 2 free throws to send this game to OT, 123-123. Dallas capped off the 4th by knocking in 53% from the interior while makimg 2 three pointers and scored 22 in the paint. They exercised 8 turnovers while gaining 5 second chance baksets with 9 coming on the fast break. The Mavericks in crunch time were getting timely shots to go in on good ball distribution and were excellent inside the paint. The Mavs capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities. In a way the Mavs got lucky because they missed critical free throws and gave the ball up one too many times. Transitioning into OT Irving would reel in reverse layup, 130-130. Mavs sealed off the 4th by shooting 52% from the field scored 2 points in the paint while getting outscored 9-7. Dallas from the field were getting key shots to drop on good ball distribution and kept careless mistakes to a low yet three point shooting seemed to struggle due to baskets not falling and poimts in the paint were eliminated. Mavs snagged 19 points on the fast break, secured 68 in the paint, dished in 24 team assists and dropped off to a 37-42 record.
The Hawks in Overtime down the Mavericks 132-130. Hawks are 5-5 through ten games and avoided back to back losses. In quarter 1 Bey would dish out a nice pass to Bogdanovic who laced in a three point jumper, 26-22. The Hawks through one shot 51% from the field with 6 made three's on 9 tries and tallied 14 in the paint. Including 4 points on the fast break and coughed the ball up twice. Atlanta on the offensive side of things were getting shots to fall consistently wheather it was from the field or long distance. The Hawks did damage on fast break opportunities and limited turnovers. Then in quarter 2 Trae Young with 2:42 left would squeeze in a contested layup and it gave the Hawks a 60-59 lead. Couple possessions later John Collins would hit a three point jumper thus going up 65-63. The Hawks ended the 2nd by shooting 50% from the field with 1 made three and added 14 in the paint. They amassed 4 second chance buckets and gave the ball away Offensively, the Hawks knocked down high percentage shots from the field and were excellent when scoring insode the paint. Atlanta did well on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores but struggled a bit beyond the arc and repeatedly gave the ball away. Hawks gained 30 in the paint, snagged 6 on the fast break, scored 13 points off the Mavs 7 turnovers and walked into halftime with a 70-66 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Okongwu would cut to rim and received pass from Collins before dropping in a nice layup, 94-87. The Hawks in the 3rd shot an overall 50% with 1 turnover secured and scored 12 of their 42 total points in the paint. The Hawks from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on great ball rotation and dominated inside the paint. Now Murray in the 4th quarter midway through would hit a pullup mid range jumper, 121-117. Atlanta in the 4th shot 48% from the field with 3 turnovers and racked up 22 points in the paint. As well as reeling in 8 second chance buckets and made 1 three. The Hawks shot the ball extremely well from the field as buckets were falling and couldn't be stopped in the paint. Atlanta did damage on second chance opportunities but were a little careless with the ball. As for the defense they struggled to make stops and the only reason this game went into OT was because they fouled uncharacteristically. In conclusion, during Overtime Irving's pushing foul would send Young to the free throw line where he made both of them, 132-130. The Hawks in OT shot 47% from the field with 0 three's made and pushed in 8 points in the paint. The Hawks offense were able to obtain consistent shot making from the interior and pressured the rim by effectively cutting to the paint. Along with excellent free throw shooting. Hawks pushed 70 in the paint, earned 18 second chance opportunities, scored 23 points off the Mavs 14 turnovers and improved to a 39-39 record.
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Friday March 31st, 2023: The Lakers knock off the Timberwolves by a score of 123-111. LA is one game under 500 and are 7th in the West. In the 1st quarter Beasley would force a late tie after hitting a three point jumper, 25-25. LA through one shot an overall 50% while adding 12 points in the paint and snagged 7 on the fast break with 5 turnovers earned. Also, they attached 5 second chance scores as well. The Lakers offense pushed the ball up court by delivering good passes and obtained solid shots from the field and beyond the arc. They were effective in the paint while executing on second chance opportunities and did well on fast break chances but moving forward they need to limit early mistakes. Going into the 2nd quarter Vanderbilt would dial up a mid range hook from isode the paint, 55-63. LA ended the 2nd by shooting 44% from the field with 1 three pointer made and secured 18 in the paint. LA recorded 9 second chance points and obtained 4 on the fast break. LA did their damage from the field by getting consistent shots to fall and were excellent in the paint. Los Angeles continued to well on second chance scores due to quality rebounding and executed on the fast breaks. Unfortunately, they didn't do all that well from deep due to missing consecutive shot attempts. LA dashed in 30 points in the paint, reeled in 12 in the fast break and walked into halftime down 55-65. In the 3rd quarter LA would boost to a 15-2 run after Schroder buried a nice layup, 88-78. This run was sparked defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition They simply made the Wolves pay on almost every missed shot. LA wrapped up the 3rd by shooting 50% from the field while making 1 three pointer and snagged 20 paint points. As well as acquiring 14 points on the fast break. LA from the field got shots to fall effeciently and were damaging when getting to the paint. The Lakers capitalized on fast break chances yet they were slowed down by constant giveaways and could not obtain a three pointer. Now LA's three point defense was great as they limited open looks and took away any open opportunities. Moving to the 4th quarter LeBron James would dial in a three point jumper to extend the Lakers lead to 121-108. LA sealed the 4th off by knocking in 50% from the field with 1 three acquired and racked up 16 of their 64 total points in the paint. LA would turn the ball over just twice. The Lakers down the strech were knocking down solid shots from the field and punished Minnesota when driving the paint. They limited turnovers as well. In a way the Lakers in the 2nd half alone were lucky because they had issues from beyond the arc as baksets weren't going in. Keep note that they shot a combined 8 of 21. Lakers utilized 17 second chance baskets while gaining 29 on the fast break, scored 17 points off the Wolves 16 turnovers and moved up to a 39-38 record.
The Timberwolves downfall against the Lakers pushed them to a 111-123 defeat. Minnesota sits 9th in the West and are at 500 on the year. Kyle Anderson in the 1st quarter would barrel to the rim before knocking down a nicley made layup, 24-19. Minnesota in one shot 55% from the field with 3 turnivers added and scored 12 points in the paint. They gained 5 second chance buckets with 7 coming on the fast break and went 2 of 4 from the charity stripe. The T-Wolves on great ball movement created open looks and it led to quality shots falling from the field. They dominated in the paint while capitalizing on both second chance and fast break opportunities yet they were 3 of 6 from deep and werent getting enough chances at the free throw line. Then in quarter 2. Anthony Edwards would hammer down a slam thus taking a 60-53 lead. Wolves in the 2nd shot 54% from the field with 1 three made and acquired 14 in the paint. Including 3 turnovers while tallying 4 second chance poimts and got 3 in the fast break to go along. The Wolves spaced the floor with good passing and it allowed for quality shots to go in from the field. Wolves worked well insode the paint as players cut to the rim and were effective on second chance opportunities but they lacked three point shooting due to the Lakers defense taking away open looks. Minnesota snatched 36 in the piant, earned 11 second chance points and piled up 10 on the fast break while entering halftime up 65-55. Tauren Prince with 1:00 to go in the 3rd would rifle in a three point jumper but trailed 81-88. The Timberwolves concluded the 3rd quarter by spotting in 43% from the field while amassing 10 in the paint and scored 7 second chance points. The Wolves were effective from the field as they got shots to fall and dominated insode the paint. Minnesota also did well on second chance buckets due to solid rebounding but were stomped with consistent turnovers and struggled behind the arc. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Edwards off an Anderson pass would drop off a three point J, 108-116. Minnesota said good ridfence to the 4th by latching 43% from the interior and scored 6 in the paint. Wolves were forced into 5 turnovers. The Wolves offense in crunch time from the field were getting nice shots to fall on solid ball rotation. The Timberwolves ultimately lost this matchup due careless mistakes and poor three point shooting while having points in the paint shutdown as lanes got clogged. Wolves pushed in 54 points in the paint, filed 16 second chance scores with 13 coming on the fast break and fell to a 39-39 record.
Friday March 31st, 2023: The Lakers knock off the Timberwolves by a score of 123-111. LA is one game under 500 and are 7th in the West. In the 1st quarter Beasley would force a late tie after hitting a three point jumper, 25-25. LA through one shot an overall 50% while adding 12 points in the paint and snagged 7 on the fast break with 5 turnovers earned. Also, they attached 5 second chance scores as well. The Lakers offense pushed the ball up court by delivering good passes and obtained solid shots from the field and beyond the arc. They were effective in the paint while executing on second chance opportunities and did well on fast break chances but moving forward they need to limit early mistakes. Going into the 2nd quarter Vanderbilt would dial up a mid range hook from isode the paint, 55-63. LA ended the 2nd by shooting 44% from the field with 1 three pointer made and secured 18 in the paint. LA recorded 9 second chance points and obtained 4 on the fast break. LA did their damage from the field by getting consistent shots to fall and were excellent in the paint. Los Angeles continued to well on second chance scores due to quality rebounding and executed on the fast breaks. Unfortunately, they didn't do all that well from deep due to missing consecutive shot attempts. LA dashed in 30 points in the paint, reeled in 12 in the fast break and walked into halftime down 55-65. In the 3rd quarter LA would boost to a 15-2 run after Schroder buried a nice layup, 88-78. This run was sparked defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition They simply made the Wolves pay on almost every missed shot. LA wrapped up the 3rd by shooting 50% from the field while making 1 three pointer and snagged 20 paint points. As well as acquiring 14 points on the fast break. LA from the field got shots to fall effeciently and were damaging when getting to the paint. The Lakers capitalized on fast break chances yet they were slowed down by constant giveaways and could not obtain a three pointer. Now LA's three point defense was great as they limited open looks and took away any open opportunities. Moving to the 4th quarter LeBron James would dial in a three point jumper to extend the Lakers lead to 121-108. LA sealed the 4th off by knocking in 50% from the field with 1 three acquired and racked up 16 of their 64 total points in the paint. LA would turn the ball over just twice. The Lakers down the strech were knocking down solid shots from the field and punished Minnesota when driving the paint. They limited turnovers as well. In a way the Lakers in the 2nd half alone were lucky because they had issues from beyond the arc as baksets weren't going in. Keep note that they shot a combined 8 of 21. Lakers utilized 17 second chance baskets while gaining 29 on the fast break, scored 17 points off the Wolves 16 turnovers and moved up to a 39-38 record.
The Timberwolves downfall against the Lakers pushed them to a 111-123 defeat. Minnesota sits 9th in the West and are at 500 on the year. Kyle Anderson in the 1st quarter would barrel to the rim before knocking down a nicley made layup, 24-19. Minnesota in one shot 55% from the field with 3 turnivers added and scored 12 points in the paint. They gained 5 second chance buckets with 7 coming on the fast break and went 2 of 4 from the charity stripe. The T-Wolves on great ball movement created open looks and it led to quality shots falling from the field. They dominated in the paint while capitalizing on both second chance and fast break opportunities yet they were 3 of 6 from deep and werent getting enough chances at the free throw line. Then in quarter 2. Anthony Edwards would hammer down a slam thus taking a 60-53 lead. Wolves in the 2nd shot 54% from the field with 1 three made and acquired 14 in the paint. Including 3 turnovers while tallying 4 second chance poimts and got 3 in the fast break to go along. The Wolves spaced the floor with good passing and it allowed for quality shots to go in from the field. Wolves worked well insode the paint as players cut to the rim and were effective on second chance opportunities but they lacked three point shooting due to the Lakers defense taking away open looks. Minnesota snatched 36 in the piant, earned 11 second chance points and piled up 10 on the fast break while entering halftime up 65-55. Tauren Prince with 1:00 to go in the 3rd would rifle in a three point jumper but trailed 81-88. The Timberwolves concluded the 3rd quarter by spotting in 43% from the field while amassing 10 in the paint and scored 7 second chance points. The Wolves were effective from the field as they got shots to fall and dominated insode the paint. Minnesota also did well on second chance buckets due to solid rebounding but were stomped with consistent turnovers and struggled behind the arc. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Edwards off an Anderson pass would drop off a three point J, 108-116. Minnesota said good ridfence to the 4th by latching 43% from the interior and scored 6 in the paint. Wolves were forced into 5 turnovers. The Wolves offense in crunch time from the field were getting nice shots to fall on solid ball rotation. The Timberwolves ultimately lost this matchup due careless mistakes and poor three point shooting while having points in the paint shutdown as lanes got clogged. Wolves pushed in 54 points in the paint, filed 16 second chance scores with 13 coming on the fast break and fell to a 39-39 record.
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Thursday March 29th, 2023: The Suns hold off the Timberwolves after picking up a 107-100 Victory. Suns have won three in a roe and sit 4th place in the West. In the 1st quarter Josh Okogie off a Booker pass would hammer down the slam, 21-16. The Suns shot 54% from the field while notching 18 in the paint and tallied 4 points on the fast break. Including 1 turnover and attached 1 three on 4 tries. The Suns were getting quality shots to fall from the field and did damage insode the paint while capitalizing on fast break opportunities. Also, they limited turnovers but struggled from deep due to buckets not dropping as Minnesota's defense took away open looks. Then during the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Devin Booker would lace in a three point jumper and it helped the Suns force a 47-47 tie. Phoenix capped off quarter 2 by shooting 38% from the field wirh 1 three pointer acquired and delivered 10 in the paint. The Suns from the field couldn't get a mid range jumper to fall and their three ball was inconsistent as most of their points were generated inside the paint. They also kept turnovers to a small margin. Suns added 30 in the paint, secured 12 team assists and entered halftime down 48-51. Now in the 3rd quarter the Suns would take a critical lead with 3:54 left agter Chris Paul dropped in three poimt jumper, 68-66. The Suns wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in 43% from the field with 6 turnovers gained and redorded 14 in the paint. As well as sinking in 1 three pointer while atrsching 5 second chance scores and got 7 points on the fast break to go along. Phoenix moved the ball around to create space while knocking down solid shots from the field and executed in the paint. They also capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities yet constant giveaways plagued them and they were insufficient from deep. Going into the 4th quarter Chris Paul would deliver a three point J and it extended the Suns lead to 7, 101-92. Suns closed the 4th by shooting 41% from the field while making 2 made three's and recorded 10 points in the paint. The Suns down the strech created separation from their defenders by delivering efficient passes and it led to high quality shots falling from the field but they did manage to stagger from three point territory as the Wolves defense smothered them on almost every open look. Suns secured 11 on the fast break, snagged 54 in the paint, scored 16 points off 21 turnovers and moved up to a 41-35 record.
The Timberwolves against the Suns sustained a rough 100-107 loss. Minnesota is one game above 500 and stands 8th place in the Western Conference. T-Wolves in the 1st quarter would re-take their lead after Naz Reid hit a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 24-23. The Timberwoves ended the first 12 minutes by spotting in 40% from the field with 3 turnovers added and scored 10 points in the paint. They secured 9 second chsnce buckets and made 3 three pointers. The Timberwolves from the field were knocking down shots effeciently and pressured the rim by attacking the paint. They executed on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and kept turnovers to a minimum yet three point shooting wasn't the best as they couldn't get a basket to go in. During the 2nd quarter the Wolves would regain their lead after Karl Anthony Towns buried a three point jumper, 47-44. T-Wolves through two shot 43% from the field with 4 made three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. They voughed the ball up 8 times and scored 3 on the fast break. Minnesota on good ball movement obtained quality shots wheather it was from the field or long distance. The Timberwolves did well in the paint but turnovers were a massive problem and fast break opportunities got shutdown. Wolves notched 11 second chance scores, utilized 18 in the paint and walked intonthe half with a 51-48 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Kyle Anderson would drive his way to the rim before burying a mid range floater while on the run, 71-74. The Wolves in the 3rd shot 43% from the field with 2 made three's and racked up 10 in the paint. They amassed 4 second chance buckets as well. Minnesota from the interior were getting high percentage shots to fall and capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim. The T-Wolves were dominate on the offensive glass and it led to easy second chance opportunities but they consistently turned the ball over and their three pointers wouldn't go due to the Suns defense forcing tough shots. Hedong into quarter 4. In the 4th Minnesota shot 44% from the field with 3 three pointers made and snagged 14 points in the paint. They piled up 5 turnovers as well. Minnesota in crunch time shot the ball extremely well from the field as buckets were falling and got their three pointers to go in on open looks. They were excellent in the paint but it was the countless turnovers and constant offensive fouls that cost them. Wolves added 17 second chance buckets, added 44 in the paint and fell to 39-38 record.
Thursday March 29th, 2023: The Suns hold off the Timberwolves after picking up a 107-100 Victory. Suns have won three in a roe and sit 4th place in the West. In the 1st quarter Josh Okogie off a Booker pass would hammer down the slam, 21-16. The Suns shot 54% from the field while notching 18 in the paint and tallied 4 points on the fast break. Including 1 turnover and attached 1 three on 4 tries. The Suns were getting quality shots to fall from the field and did damage insode the paint while capitalizing on fast break opportunities. Also, they limited turnovers but struggled from deep due to buckets not dropping as Minnesota's defense took away open looks. Then during the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Devin Booker would lace in a three point jumper and it helped the Suns force a 47-47 tie. Phoenix capped off quarter 2 by shooting 38% from the field wirh 1 three pointer acquired and delivered 10 in the paint. The Suns from the field couldn't get a mid range jumper to fall and their three ball was inconsistent as most of their points were generated inside the paint. They also kept turnovers to a small margin. Suns added 30 in the paint, secured 12 team assists and entered halftime down 48-51. Now in the 3rd quarter the Suns would take a critical lead with 3:54 left agter Chris Paul dropped in three poimt jumper, 68-66. The Suns wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in 43% from the field with 6 turnovers gained and redorded 14 in the paint. As well as sinking in 1 three pointer while atrsching 5 second chance scores and got 7 points on the fast break to go along. Phoenix moved the ball around to create space while knocking down solid shots from the field and executed in the paint. They also capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities yet constant giveaways plagued them and they were insufficient from deep. Going into the 4th quarter Chris Paul would deliver a three point J and it extended the Suns lead to 7, 101-92. Suns closed the 4th by shooting 41% from the field while making 2 made three's and recorded 10 points in the paint. The Suns down the strech created separation from their defenders by delivering efficient passes and it led to high quality shots falling from the field but they did manage to stagger from three point territory as the Wolves defense smothered them on almost every open look. Suns secured 11 on the fast break, snagged 54 in the paint, scored 16 points off 21 turnovers and moved up to a 41-35 record.
The Timberwolves against the Suns sustained a rough 100-107 loss. Minnesota is one game above 500 and stands 8th place in the Western Conference. T-Wolves in the 1st quarter would re-take their lead after Naz Reid hit a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 24-23. The Timberwoves ended the first 12 minutes by spotting in 40% from the field with 3 turnovers added and scored 10 points in the paint. They secured 9 second chsnce buckets and made 3 three pointers. The Timberwolves from the field were knocking down shots effeciently and pressured the rim by attacking the paint. They executed on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and kept turnovers to a minimum yet three point shooting wasn't the best as they couldn't get a basket to go in. During the 2nd quarter the Wolves would regain their lead after Karl Anthony Towns buried a three point jumper, 47-44. T-Wolves through two shot 43% from the field with 4 made three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. They voughed the ball up 8 times and scored 3 on the fast break. Minnesota on good ball movement obtained quality shots wheather it was from the field or long distance. The Timberwolves did well in the paint but turnovers were a massive problem and fast break opportunities got shutdown. Wolves notched 11 second chance scores, utilized 18 in the paint and walked intonthe half with a 51-48 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Kyle Anderson would drive his way to the rim before burying a mid range floater while on the run, 71-74. The Wolves in the 3rd shot 43% from the field with 2 made three's and racked up 10 in the paint. They amassed 4 second chance buckets as well. Minnesota from the interior were getting high percentage shots to fall and capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim. The T-Wolves were dominate on the offensive glass and it led to easy second chance opportunities but they consistently turned the ball over and their three pointers wouldn't go due to the Suns defense forcing tough shots. Hedong into quarter 4. In the 4th Minnesota shot 44% from the field with 3 three pointers made and snagged 14 points in the paint. They piled up 5 turnovers as well. Minnesota in crunch time shot the ball extremely well from the field as buckets were falling and got their three pointers to go in on open looks. They were excellent in the paint but it was the countless turnovers and constant offensive fouls that cost them. Wolves added 17 second chance buckets, added 44 in the paint and fell to 39-38 record.
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Tuesday March 28th, 2023: The Raptors torched the Heat during last nights meeting as they secured a routing 106-92 Victory. Toronto are tied with the Hawks for 8th place in the East and have won 3 in a row. Scottie Barnes in the 1st forced a steal off Oladipo before getting in transition and throwing down a one handed slam, 24-22. Toronto in one alshot 39% from the field while going 0 of 9 behind the arc and scored 16 points in the paint. Also, they added 6 on the fast break with 0 turnovers tallied. The Raptors executed on the fast break and were dominate inside the paint but mid range jumpers and three point shooting was shutdown due to Miami's physical pressure. In the 2nd quarter O.G. Anunoby would cut to the cup before sinking in a two handed layup, 49-42. Raptors were on a 10-2 run due the defense forcing a magnitude of stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Raptors ended the 2nd by spotting in 45% from the field while making a combined 1 three pointer on 16 tries and rallied in 20 points in the paint. Toronto from the field obtained high percentage shots and were effective when scoring inside the paint. The Raptors capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities and turnovers were a non-factor yet they lacked three point shooting. Defensively, they did a nice of taking the paint away by clogging the middle of the lane and forced contested shots. Toronto filed 36 poimts in the paint, utilized 12 on the fast break and went into the half 53-47 lead. During the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Toronto would gain a 13-1 run after Barnes fired a pass to Anunoby who hammered down a two handed jam, 70-54. This run was set off by the defense getting stops and in transition the offense responded with easy points. The Raptors wrapped up the 3rd quarter by splashing in 50% from the field and amassed 34 of their 54 total points in the paint with 5 giveaways. They acquired 9 second chance buckets and obtained 8 on the fast break with 3 three pointers sunk in. Keep note that they were a combined 4 of 15 from downtown. Toronto's offense was in fire to start the 2nd half as they got quality shots to drop from the field on good ball movement and pressured the paint by attacking the rim. Toronto continued their excellent on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and were effective on the fast break. Their only real flaws would be poor three point shooting and consistently turned the ball over. Now in the 4th quarter Fred VanVleet with 1:31 left would lace in a three point J and it gave the Raptors a 102-89 lead. Toronto finalized the 4th by knocking down 48% from the field while tallying 8 points in the paint and gave the ball over twice. The Raptors utilized the screen to create open looks and it led efficient shots falling wheather it be from the field or long distance. Understand they shot the ball poorly from deep for most of this game but in this quarter alone they lit it up with 4 total. The Raptors finished with 62 in paint, added 23 fast break buckets, scored 20 points off the Heat's 15 turnovers and improved to a 38-38 record.
No Jimmy Butler due to a neck injury and the Heat get dealt by the Raptors after going down 92-106. The Heat are standing 7th place throughout the Eastern Conference and are 5-5 in ten games. Gabe Vincent in the 1st quarter drive to the rim and sunk in a nicley made layup, 21-16. The Heat were on a bit of a cold streak as they started this game 4 for 4 from the field but since that time they've gone 2 of 10. Miami went 8 of 20 from the field with 3 turnovers lost and racked up 10 points in the paint. Miami struggled to get their mid range jumpers to fall as most of their points came insode the paint and were off to 3 for 6 start beyond the arc. Going into the 2nd quarter midway through Max Strus would bring his team within one after hitting a three point jumper, 38-39. Miami closed out the 1st half by shooting 39% from the field with 4 three's made and snaagged 6 points in the paint. Along with securing 5 turnovers. The Heat had paint struggles as mentioned up above and constantly turned the ball over. However, a few positives would be that they executed at the free throw line and were getting their three pointers to fall. Miami had a combined 8 turnovers, piled up 16 in the paint with 4 coming in the fast break and entered halftime down 47-53. Towards the late stages of the 3rd quarter Tyler Herro would deliver a stepback mid range jumper but trialed 60-74. Miami concluded the 3rd by spotting in 39% from the field with 3 three's made and notched 8 points in the paint. They got 4 second chance scores to go along and coughed the ball up 4 times. The Heat could not get a bucket to fall from the field and their three point shooting was shutdown due to the Raptors defense taking away open looks. Miami showed aggressiveness when getting to the paint and capitalized on fast break chances yet it was the lack of three's and repetitive turnovers that were slowing them down. Transitioning into the 4th quater Miami would get off to a 9-2 run after Adebayo hammered in a driving slam, 85-97. Heat sparked this run by the defense making quick stops and the offense capitalized in transition with easy points. The Heat in the 4th shot 40% from the field and secured 12 points in the paint while giving the ball away 3 out of their 15 total times. That includes two made three's. Miami late were knocking down critical shots from the field and executed inside the paint. It's just unfortunate that they couldn't capitalize on fast break chances and were insufficient beyond the arc. Heat snagged 36 in the paint, piled up 10 on the fast break and dropped off to a 40-36 record.
Tuesday March 28th, 2023: The Raptors torched the Heat during last nights meeting as they secured a routing 106-92 Victory. Toronto are tied with the Hawks for 8th place in the East and have won 3 in a row. Scottie Barnes in the 1st forced a steal off Oladipo before getting in transition and throwing down a one handed slam, 24-22. Toronto in one alshot 39% from the field while going 0 of 9 behind the arc and scored 16 points in the paint. Also, they added 6 on the fast break with 0 turnovers tallied. The Raptors executed on the fast break and were dominate inside the paint but mid range jumpers and three point shooting was shutdown due to Miami's physical pressure. In the 2nd quarter O.G. Anunoby would cut to the cup before sinking in a two handed layup, 49-42. Raptors were on a 10-2 run due the defense forcing a magnitude of stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Raptors ended the 2nd by spotting in 45% from the field while making a combined 1 three pointer on 16 tries and rallied in 20 points in the paint. Toronto from the field obtained high percentage shots and were effective when scoring inside the paint. The Raptors capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities and turnovers were a non-factor yet they lacked three point shooting. Defensively, they did a nice of taking the paint away by clogging the middle of the lane and forced contested shots. Toronto filed 36 poimts in the paint, utilized 12 on the fast break and went into the half 53-47 lead. During the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Toronto would gain a 13-1 run after Barnes fired a pass to Anunoby who hammered down a two handed jam, 70-54. This run was set off by the defense getting stops and in transition the offense responded with easy points. The Raptors wrapped up the 3rd quarter by splashing in 50% from the field and amassed 34 of their 54 total points in the paint with 5 giveaways. They acquired 9 second chance buckets and obtained 8 on the fast break with 3 three pointers sunk in. Keep note that they were a combined 4 of 15 from downtown. Toronto's offense was in fire to start the 2nd half as they got quality shots to drop from the field on good ball movement and pressured the paint by attacking the rim. Toronto continued their excellent on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and were effective on the fast break. Their only real flaws would be poor three point shooting and consistently turned the ball over. Now in the 4th quarter Fred VanVleet with 1:31 left would lace in a three point J and it gave the Raptors a 102-89 lead. Toronto finalized the 4th by knocking down 48% from the field while tallying 8 points in the paint and gave the ball over twice. The Raptors utilized the screen to create open looks and it led efficient shots falling wheather it be from the field or long distance. Understand they shot the ball poorly from deep for most of this game but in this quarter alone they lit it up with 4 total. The Raptors finished with 62 in paint, added 23 fast break buckets, scored 20 points off the Heat's 15 turnovers and improved to a 38-38 record.
No Jimmy Butler due to a neck injury and the Heat get dealt by the Raptors after going down 92-106. The Heat are standing 7th place throughout the Eastern Conference and are 5-5 in ten games. Gabe Vincent in the 1st quarter drive to the rim and sunk in a nicley made layup, 21-16. The Heat were on a bit of a cold streak as they started this game 4 for 4 from the field but since that time they've gone 2 of 10. Miami went 8 of 20 from the field with 3 turnovers lost and racked up 10 points in the paint. Miami struggled to get their mid range jumpers to fall as most of their points came insode the paint and were off to 3 for 6 start beyond the arc. Going into the 2nd quarter midway through Max Strus would bring his team within one after hitting a three point jumper, 38-39. Miami closed out the 1st half by shooting 39% from the field with 4 three's made and snaagged 6 points in the paint. Along with securing 5 turnovers. The Heat had paint struggles as mentioned up above and constantly turned the ball over. However, a few positives would be that they executed at the free throw line and were getting their three pointers to fall. Miami had a combined 8 turnovers, piled up 16 in the paint with 4 coming in the fast break and entered halftime down 47-53. Towards the late stages of the 3rd quarter Tyler Herro would deliver a stepback mid range jumper but trialed 60-74. Miami concluded the 3rd by spotting in 39% from the field with 3 three's made and notched 8 points in the paint. They got 4 second chance scores to go along and coughed the ball up 4 times. The Heat could not get a bucket to fall from the field and their three point shooting was shutdown due to the Raptors defense taking away open looks. Miami showed aggressiveness when getting to the paint and capitalized on fast break chances yet it was the lack of three's and repetitive turnovers that were slowing them down. Transitioning into the 4th quater Miami would get off to a 9-2 run after Adebayo hammered in a driving slam, 85-97. Heat sparked this run by the defense making quick stops and the offense capitalized in transition with easy points. The Heat in the 4th shot 40% from the field and secured 12 points in the paint while giving the ball away 3 out of their 15 total times. That includes two made three's. Miami late were knocking down critical shots from the field and executed inside the paint. It's just unfortunate that they couldn't capitalize on fast break chances and were insufficient beyond the arc. Heat snagged 36 in the paint, piled up 10 on the fast break and dropped off to a 40-36 record.
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Monday March 27th, 2023: Quickley scores 40 and the Knicks stomped on the Rockets as they secured a 137-115 Victory. The Knicks move to a 21-17 record when playing at home and sit 5th place in the East. Miles McBride in the 1st quarter cut to the rim before sinking in a nicley made layup, 33-31. The Knicks capped off quarter 1 by shooting 60% from the field with 4 made three's on 9 tries and tallied 18 inside the paint. New York secured 2 turnovers and went 3 of 5 from the free throw line. The Knicks on great ball movement obtained quality shots from both the field and when going deep. The Knicks attacked the paint effectively as players cut to the rim and minused careless mistakes. Then in the 2nd New York would esrn a 6-0 run after Quickley knoced down a nice layup thus going up 61-54. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. New York wrapped up the 2nd by knocking in 58% from the field with 4 turnovers tallied and racked up 20 points in the paint. They acquired 6 on the fast break. The Knicks were able to generate separation by delivering precision passes and it led solid shots falling from the field New York capitalized on fast break opportunities yet they started to have issues from deep as they couldn't get a bucket to sink and turnovers were constant. New York hauled in 36 in the paint, scored 8 on the fast break and entered the half ??. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Julius Randle at the buzzer would bury a three point jumper and it extended their lead to 102-90. New York said good riddence to the 3rd by splashing in 50% from the field with 2 turnovers lost and added 5 three pointers. They snagged 3 second chance scores as well. The Knicks on teriffic ball movement got quality shots shots to drop wheather it was from the field or long distance. They also remained domiante in the paint and did well on second chance opportunities. As for their defense they smothered Houston behind the arc by taking away open looks. Going into the late stages of the 4th quarter Obi Toppin off a Miles McBride would dial up a three point J, 120-95. The Knicks concluded the 4th by shooting 58% from the field while punching in 6 made three's and amassed 10 poimts in the paint. As well as notching 10 on the fast break. New York were put in cruise control by knocking down critical shots from the field and beyond the arc. The Knicks were effective in the paint by pressuring the rim and capitalized on almost every fast break opportunity. Knicks finished with 56 points in the paint, earned 18 fast break buckets, scored 21 off the Rockets 14 turns and improved to a 43-33 record.
The Rockets get torched by the Knicks after getting dealt a 115-137 defeat. The Rockets remain standong in last place throughout the entire Western Conference and have lost 6 games in a row. Houston through one shot 56% from the field with 1 turnover added and scored 12 in the paint. Including 4 second chance points. The Rockets from the field were getting high percentage shots to fall and executed in the paint. Houston capitalized on second chance bucket but their three point shooting was a struggle due to New York's defense closing the perimeter out. In the 2nd quarter midway through Martin would hammer down the slam, 58-61. Houston ended the 2nd by spotting in 55% from the field while making 1 three pointer and recorded 12 points in the paint. Along with adding 6 on the fast break and secured 5 turnovers. Houston lit it up from the field after getting quality shots to go in and were effective when scoring inside the paint. Also, they executed on the fast break. However, against the Knicks defense they continued to have their their three point shooting shutdown and consistently gave the ball away. Houston scraped in 24 points in the paint, filed 4 second chance scores with 6 coming in the fast break and slipped into halftime ??. We now turn our attention to the 3rd, where Eason barreled to the cup and delivered a layup, 88-99. Houston capped off the 3rd by knocking down 51% from the field while tallying 14 paint points. Rockets attached 2 turnovers and racked up 6 points on the fast break. The Rockets obtained efficient shots from the field while executing on fast break chances and were excellent in the paint. Heading into the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Josh Christopher would drive to the rim before burying a finger roll layin, 103-132. Hoaton in the 4th shot 48% from the field with 0 three's made and notched 20 of their 58 total poimts in the paint. They got outscored 35-25 and coughed the ball up 6 times. The Rockets for the most part did a nice job of getting efficient shots to drop from the field while moving the ball around well and capitalized inside the paint but it was the lack of three point shooting and repetitive turnovers that ultimately cost them. Look, you domt win many games if you start 4th quarter by getting outscored 30-9. YOU JUST DON'T! Thats a mix of bad shot selections and poor ball protection. Including a weak defense. Houston utilized 16points in the paint, acquired 58 in the paint,went 7 of 26 from deep and dropped off to an 18-58 record.
Monday March 27th, 2023: Quickley scores 40 and the Knicks stomped on the Rockets as they secured a 137-115 Victory. The Knicks move to a 21-17 record when playing at home and sit 5th place in the East. Miles McBride in the 1st quarter cut to the rim before sinking in a nicley made layup, 33-31. The Knicks capped off quarter 1 by shooting 60% from the field with 4 made three's on 9 tries and tallied 18 inside the paint. New York secured 2 turnovers and went 3 of 5 from the free throw line. The Knicks on great ball movement obtained quality shots from both the field and when going deep. The Knicks attacked the paint effectively as players cut to the rim and minused careless mistakes. Then in the 2nd New York would esrn a 6-0 run after Quickley knoced down a nice layup thus going up 61-54. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. New York wrapped up the 2nd by knocking in 58% from the field with 4 turnovers tallied and racked up 20 points in the paint. They acquired 6 on the fast break. The Knicks were able to generate separation by delivering precision passes and it led solid shots falling from the field New York capitalized on fast break opportunities yet they started to have issues from deep as they couldn't get a bucket to sink and turnovers were constant. New York hauled in 36 in the paint, scored 8 on the fast break and entered the half ??. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Julius Randle at the buzzer would bury a three point jumper and it extended their lead to 102-90. New York said good riddence to the 3rd by splashing in 50% from the field with 2 turnovers lost and added 5 three pointers. They snagged 3 second chance scores as well. The Knicks on teriffic ball movement got quality shots shots to drop wheather it was from the field or long distance. They also remained domiante in the paint and did well on second chance opportunities. As for their defense they smothered Houston behind the arc by taking away open looks. Going into the late stages of the 4th quarter Obi Toppin off a Miles McBride would dial up a three point J, 120-95. The Knicks concluded the 4th by shooting 58% from the field while punching in 6 made three's and amassed 10 poimts in the paint. As well as notching 10 on the fast break. New York were put in cruise control by knocking down critical shots from the field and beyond the arc. The Knicks were effective in the paint by pressuring the rim and capitalized on almost every fast break opportunity. Knicks finished with 56 points in the paint, earned 18 fast break buckets, scored 21 off the Rockets 14 turns and improved to a 43-33 record.
The Rockets get torched by the Knicks after getting dealt a 115-137 defeat. The Rockets remain standong in last place throughout the entire Western Conference and have lost 6 games in a row. Houston through one shot 56% from the field with 1 turnover added and scored 12 in the paint. Including 4 second chance points. The Rockets from the field were getting high percentage shots to fall and executed in the paint. Houston capitalized on second chance bucket but their three point shooting was a struggle due to New York's defense closing the perimeter out. In the 2nd quarter midway through Martin would hammer down the slam, 58-61. Houston ended the 2nd by spotting in 55% from the field while making 1 three pointer and recorded 12 points in the paint. Along with adding 6 on the fast break and secured 5 turnovers. Houston lit it up from the field after getting quality shots to go in and were effective when scoring inside the paint. Also, they executed on the fast break. However, against the Knicks defense they continued to have their their three point shooting shutdown and consistently gave the ball away. Houston scraped in 24 points in the paint, filed 4 second chance scores with 6 coming in the fast break and slipped into halftime ??. We now turn our attention to the 3rd, where Eason barreled to the cup and delivered a layup, 88-99. Houston capped off the 3rd by knocking down 51% from the field while tallying 14 paint points. Rockets attached 2 turnovers and racked up 6 points on the fast break. The Rockets obtained efficient shots from the field while executing on fast break chances and were excellent in the paint. Heading into the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Josh Christopher would drive to the rim before burying a finger roll layin, 103-132. Hoaton in the 4th shot 48% from the field with 0 three's made and notched 20 of their 58 total poimts in the paint. They got outscored 35-25 and coughed the ball up 6 times. The Rockets for the most part did a nice job of getting efficient shots to drop from the field while moving the ball around well and capitalized inside the paint but it was the lack of three point shooting and repetitive turnovers that ultimately cost them. Look, you domt win many games if you start 4th quarter by getting outscored 30-9. YOU JUST DON'T! Thats a mix of bad shot selections and poor ball protection. Including a weak defense. Houston utilized 16points in the paint, acquired 58 in the paint,went 7 of 26 from deep and dropped off to an 18-58 record.
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Saturday March 25th, 2023: The Pacers during yestersay's bout against the Hawks sustained a a difficult 130-143 defeat. Pacers are 11th place in the East and have lost back to back games in a row. In the 1st quarter Tyrese Haliburton would drop off a mid range jumper, 30-27. The Pacers through one shot 59% from the field with 3 three's made on 9 attempts and scored 18 points in the paint. Including 5 second chance buckets and got 4 on the fast break. The Pacers were getting shots to fall on a consistent basis from the field and dominated in the paint. The Pacers capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities but they struggled from deep due to Atlanta taking away open looks. Then in quarter number 2 midway through the Pacers would force a tie a after Jordan Nwora hit a mid-range J, 57-57. Afterwards, NeSmith would drive his way to the rim before hammering down the slam, 74-68. The Pacers cappped off the 2nd by spotting in 62% from the field while sinking in 4 made three's and racked up 20 points in the paint. They attached 5 turnovers as well. The Pacers offense on good ball movement got quality to fall wheather it was from the field or behind the arc. Indiana operated well when getting to the paint and were perfect from the free throw line. Unfortunately, their only fault was the careless mistakes. Pacers dished in 21 team assists, poated 38 points in the paint and slipped into halftime 74-72 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Nwora would bury a stepback three point jumper but hus team still trailed, 94-97. The Pacers closed out the 3rd by posting 57% from the field while securing 6 points in the paint and lost 7 turnovers. As well as making 3 three's. Keep note throughout this game they were a combined 10 of 29 from deep. Indiana got the shots they were looking for as buckets were falling from the field and were excellent on the fast breaks yet they had issues from deep while paint points got eliminated and turnivers were constant. Now in the 4th quarter .Haliburton pff a Buddy Hield pass would drop in a three point J, 125-135. The Pacers shot 53% from the field and snaged 16 of their 58 total points in the paint with 4 made three's added. Pacers piled up 8 second chance scores and fished in 3 giveaways. The Pacers down the strech were knocking down nice shots from the field and lit it up from deep on solid ball rotation. The Pacers were 50/50 from beyond the arc, some quarters they were hot and some cold. Altogether, from that area they finished with a combined 14 of 37. Pacers attacked the paint much better while doing damage on second chance opportunities but in crunch time they matched Atlanta basket for bakset. Pacers turned in 15 second chance buckets with 1 coming in the fast break, punched 60 in the paint, scored 19 points off the Hawks 11 turnovers and jumped up to a 33-42 record.
The Hawks down the Pacers after gaining a 143-130 Victory. The Hawks move back to .500 on the year and has a 4-6 record through ten games. Atlanta in quarter 1 would gain their first lead after Griffin buried a three point jumper, 35-32. The Hawks shot 56% from the field while making 3 three pointers on 9 tries and tallied 20 points in the paint. They attached 8 second chance baksets and gave the ball away 4 times. Atlanta from the field were getting high quakity shots to fall and were force when scoring inside the paint. Hawks were effective in the paint and dominated the offensive board which led to easy second chance scores. However, Atlanta needs to protect the ball better and weren't as efficient from downtown. In the 2nd quarter Atlanta would pull ahead by five after John Collins cut the rim and knocked down a nice layup, 55-50. Few possessions later Trae Young barreled to the rim before knocking down a nice layup, 68-72. The Hawks ended the 2nd by shooting 56% from the field with 3 tuenivers added and recorded 24 points in the paint. Also, they sunk in 4 three pointers. The Hawks from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to drop on quality passes and tormented the Pacers inside the paint. Hawks forced in 44 points in the paint, added 2 on the fast break and went into half down 72-74. We now turn our attention towards the 3rd quarter, where Bey delivered a three poimt jumper and it extended the Hawks lead to 105-98. The Hawks said peace to the 3rd quarter by shooting 54% from the field with 3 three pointers made and added notched 6 poimts in the paint. They gained 9 second chance buckets and amassed 6 on the fast break. Atlanta with pace pushed the ball up court and it led to solid shots dropping from the field. The Hawks were excellent in the paint by consistently scoring while dominating second chance baskets due to good rebounding and executed the fast breaks. Eventually, the Hawks in the 4th quarter would put this game away after Murray on the run sunk in a mid range floater, 143-125. They were on a 6-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Hawks concluded the 4th by shooting an overall 50% while earning 16 points in the paint and turned the ball over twice. The Hawks utilized the screen to help generate open looks and from both the field and three point territory they got shots to fall effectively. Atlanta finished with 76 points innthe paint, secured 22 second chance scores and dropped to 37-37 on the year.
Saturday March 25th, 2023: The Pacers during yestersay's bout against the Hawks sustained a a difficult 130-143 defeat. Pacers are 11th place in the East and have lost back to back games in a row. In the 1st quarter Tyrese Haliburton would drop off a mid range jumper, 30-27. The Pacers through one shot 59% from the field with 3 three's made on 9 attempts and scored 18 points in the paint. Including 5 second chance buckets and got 4 on the fast break. The Pacers were getting shots to fall on a consistent basis from the field and dominated in the paint. The Pacers capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities but they struggled from deep due to Atlanta taking away open looks. Then in quarter number 2 midway through the Pacers would force a tie a after Jordan Nwora hit a mid-range J, 57-57. Afterwards, NeSmith would drive his way to the rim before hammering down the slam, 74-68. The Pacers cappped off the 2nd by spotting in 62% from the field while sinking in 4 made three's and racked up 20 points in the paint. They attached 5 turnovers as well. The Pacers offense on good ball movement got quality to fall wheather it was from the field or behind the arc. Indiana operated well when getting to the paint and were perfect from the free throw line. Unfortunately, their only fault was the careless mistakes. Pacers dished in 21 team assists, poated 38 points in the paint and slipped into halftime 74-72 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Nwora would bury a stepback three point jumper but hus team still trailed, 94-97. The Pacers closed out the 3rd by posting 57% from the field while securing 6 points in the paint and lost 7 turnovers. As well as making 3 three's. Keep note throughout this game they were a combined 10 of 29 from deep. Indiana got the shots they were looking for as buckets were falling from the field and were excellent on the fast breaks yet they had issues from deep while paint points got eliminated and turnivers were constant. Now in the 4th quarter .Haliburton pff a Buddy Hield pass would drop in a three point J, 125-135. The Pacers shot 53% from the field and snaged 16 of their 58 total points in the paint with 4 made three's added. Pacers piled up 8 second chance scores and fished in 3 giveaways. The Pacers down the strech were knocking down nice shots from the field and lit it up from deep on solid ball rotation. The Pacers were 50/50 from beyond the arc, some quarters they were hot and some cold. Altogether, from that area they finished with a combined 14 of 37. Pacers attacked the paint much better while doing damage on second chance opportunities but in crunch time they matched Atlanta basket for bakset. Pacers turned in 15 second chance buckets with 1 coming in the fast break, punched 60 in the paint, scored 19 points off the Hawks 11 turnovers and jumped up to a 33-42 record.
The Hawks down the Pacers after gaining a 143-130 Victory. The Hawks move back to .500 on the year and has a 4-6 record through ten games. Atlanta in quarter 1 would gain their first lead after Griffin buried a three point jumper, 35-32. The Hawks shot 56% from the field while making 3 three pointers on 9 tries and tallied 20 points in the paint. They attached 8 second chance baksets and gave the ball away 4 times. Atlanta from the field were getting high quakity shots to fall and were force when scoring inside the paint. Hawks were effective in the paint and dominated the offensive board which led to easy second chance scores. However, Atlanta needs to protect the ball better and weren't as efficient from downtown. In the 2nd quarter Atlanta would pull ahead by five after John Collins cut the rim and knocked down a nice layup, 55-50. Few possessions later Trae Young barreled to the rim before knocking down a nice layup, 68-72. The Hawks ended the 2nd by shooting 56% from the field with 3 tuenivers added and recorded 24 points in the paint. Also, they sunk in 4 three pointers. The Hawks from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to drop on quality passes and tormented the Pacers inside the paint. Hawks forced in 44 points in the paint, added 2 on the fast break and went into half down 72-74. We now turn our attention towards the 3rd quarter, where Bey delivered a three poimt jumper and it extended the Hawks lead to 105-98. The Hawks said peace to the 3rd quarter by shooting 54% from the field with 3 three pointers made and added notched 6 poimts in the paint. They gained 9 second chance buckets and amassed 6 on the fast break. Atlanta with pace pushed the ball up court and it led to solid shots dropping from the field. The Hawks were excellent in the paint by consistently scoring while dominating second chance baskets due to good rebounding and executed the fast breaks. Eventually, the Hawks in the 4th quarter would put this game away after Murray on the run sunk in a mid range floater, 143-125. They were on a 6-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Hawks concluded the 4th by shooting an overall 50% while earning 16 points in the paint and turned the ball over twice. The Hawks utilized the screen to help generate open looks and from both the field and three point territory they got shots to fall effectively. Atlanta finished with 76 points innthe paint, secured 22 second chance scores and dropped to 37-37 on the year.
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Thursday March 23rd, 2023: The Knicks falter to the Magic after sustaining a 106-111 loss against the Magic. New York has lost three in a row and dropped their 32nd game of the season. In the 1st quarter Grimes would make a backdoor cut to the rim before hammering down the jam, 22-22. New York through one recorded 30% from the field with 2 three pointers made in 9 attempts and tallied 10 points in the paint. That includes 3 turnovers added and racked up 8 second chance scores. The Knicks couldn't buy bucket from deep due to Orlando's defense taking away open looks and were non-factor from the field, unless it was scoring inside the paint. They cut to the rim effectively and dominated second chance opportunities. Now in the 2nd quarter Julius Randle off an RJ Barrett pass would knock down a nice layup, 43-53. New York in the 2nd spotted in 31% from the field while lacing in 3 three pointers and gave the ball over 5 times. New York piled up 3 second chance buckets with 9 coming on the fast break. The Knicks were still having issues in knocking down the three ball and turnovers were constant but they got shots to drop from the field on good movement while executing both second chance and fast break opportunities. Also, they were effecient when getting to the paint. Knicks sunk in a 5 total three's on 23 tries, filed in 20 paint points, utilized 11 second chance buckets with 10 of them coming on the fast break and slipped into the half facing a 45-53 deficit. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Grimes would notch back to back baksets after sinking in a layup, 68-73. The Knicks shot 31% from the field and secured 3 giveaways while making 0 made three's and pulled in 12 paint points. New York in this quarter alone shot the three ball much better as they got buckets to drop and were effective from the interior after capitalizing in the paint. The Knicks continued to execute on fast break opportunities and turnovers weren't much of an issue. The Knicks in the 4th quarter Quickley with 58 ticks left would dial up a tough layup but trailed 101-107. The Knicks wrapped up the 4th by splashing in 42% from the field with 2 turnovers attached and rallied in 16 points in the paint. They made 3 three's and jammed in 4 second chance scores. New York consistently got shots to go in from the field and effeciently attacked the paint. The Knicks would go on to to dominate the offensive the board as it led to easy second chance buckets yet they couldn't get the three ball to fall and in crunch time they matched Orlando basket for basket. Knicks secured 17 second chance points on 13 offensive rebounds, gained 20 on the fast break, piled in 48 paint points and got dumped to a 42-33 record.
The Magic hold off the Knicks by picking up a 111-106 Victory. Orlando sits 13th in the East and are atop 2 wins in a row. Markelle Fults in the 1st quarter at the buzzer would bury a contested layup, 24-22. The Magic in one shot 42% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 12 points in the paint. Including 3 turnovers lost. The Magic spaced the court with good passes and it led to quality shots falling from the field yet they lacked three ball as bucket weren't dropping. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Markelle Fults would deliver a nicley made layup and it pushed the Magic's lead to 53-39. The Magic capped off quarter 2 by sinking in 41% with 6 turnovers added and snagged 14 points in the paint. They acquired 4 second chance scores and got 3 three's to go along. Orlando from the field were getting nice shots to fall and punished New York inside the paint. The Magic capitalized on second chance buckets due to good rebounding but were careless with the ball and they lacked three point shooting. Magic were combined 5 of 18 from downtown, earned 26 in the paint, scored 6 points on the fast break and entered halftime with a 53-45 lead. Heading into the late stages of this 3rd quarter Banchero would deliver a mid-range jumper and it extended his teams lead to ten, 71-61. Orlando shot 40% from the field with 0 made three's and scorched in 14 points in the paint. Magic filed 4 buckets in the fast break and utilized 2 turnovers. The Magic were getting good shots to go in from the field and at a high rate they executed inside the paint. Orlando remained dominate on fast break chances and kept turnovers to a minimum. Eventually, the Magic in the 4th quarter would put this matchup to rest after Banchero off a Fultz assist would drop in a three point jumper, 104-97. The Magic shot an overall 40% while scoring 10 of their 50 total points in the paint and recorded 4 second chance baksets. As well as gaining 5 on the fast break. Orlando did a good job of finding the open man while knocking down quality shots from the field and beyond the arc. Magic executed on second chance opportunities and were effective on the fast break. Magic scored 10 second chance buckets with 15 coming on the fast break, filed in 14 turnovers and moved up to a 31-43 record.
Thursday March 23rd, 2023: The Knicks falter to the Magic after sustaining a 106-111 loss against the Magic. New York has lost three in a row and dropped their 32nd game of the season. In the 1st quarter Grimes would make a backdoor cut to the rim before hammering down the jam, 22-22. New York through one recorded 30% from the field with 2 three pointers made in 9 attempts and tallied 10 points in the paint. That includes 3 turnovers added and racked up 8 second chance scores. The Knicks couldn't buy bucket from deep due to Orlando's defense taking away open looks and were non-factor from the field, unless it was scoring inside the paint. They cut to the rim effectively and dominated second chance opportunities. Now in the 2nd quarter Julius Randle off an RJ Barrett pass would knock down a nice layup, 43-53. New York in the 2nd spotted in 31% from the field while lacing in 3 three pointers and gave the ball over 5 times. New York piled up 3 second chance buckets with 9 coming on the fast break. The Knicks were still having issues in knocking down the three ball and turnovers were constant but they got shots to drop from the field on good movement while executing both second chance and fast break opportunities. Also, they were effecient when getting to the paint. Knicks sunk in a 5 total three's on 23 tries, filed in 20 paint points, utilized 11 second chance buckets with 10 of them coming on the fast break and slipped into the half facing a 45-53 deficit. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Grimes would notch back to back baksets after sinking in a layup, 68-73. The Knicks shot 31% from the field and secured 3 giveaways while making 0 made three's and pulled in 12 paint points. New York in this quarter alone shot the three ball much better as they got buckets to drop and were effective from the interior after capitalizing in the paint. The Knicks continued to execute on fast break opportunities and turnovers weren't much of an issue. The Knicks in the 4th quarter Quickley with 58 ticks left would dial up a tough layup but trailed 101-107. The Knicks wrapped up the 4th by splashing in 42% from the field with 2 turnovers attached and rallied in 16 points in the paint. They made 3 three's and jammed in 4 second chance scores. New York consistently got shots to go in from the field and effeciently attacked the paint. The Knicks would go on to to dominate the offensive the board as it led to easy second chance buckets yet they couldn't get the three ball to fall and in crunch time they matched Orlando basket for basket. Knicks secured 17 second chance points on 13 offensive rebounds, gained 20 on the fast break, piled in 48 paint points and got dumped to a 42-33 record.
The Magic hold off the Knicks by picking up a 111-106 Victory. Orlando sits 13th in the East and are atop 2 wins in a row. Markelle Fults in the 1st quarter at the buzzer would bury a contested layup, 24-22. The Magic in one shot 42% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 12 points in the paint. Including 3 turnovers lost. The Magic spaced the court with good passes and it led to quality shots falling from the field yet they lacked three ball as bucket weren't dropping. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Markelle Fults would deliver a nicley made layup and it pushed the Magic's lead to 53-39. The Magic capped off quarter 2 by sinking in 41% with 6 turnovers added and snagged 14 points in the paint. They acquired 4 second chance scores and got 3 three's to go along. Orlando from the field were getting nice shots to fall and punished New York inside the paint. The Magic capitalized on second chance buckets due to good rebounding but were careless with the ball and they lacked three point shooting. Magic were combined 5 of 18 from downtown, earned 26 in the paint, scored 6 points on the fast break and entered halftime with a 53-45 lead. Heading into the late stages of this 3rd quarter Banchero would deliver a mid-range jumper and it extended his teams lead to ten, 71-61. Orlando shot 40% from the field with 0 made three's and scorched in 14 points in the paint. Magic filed 4 buckets in the fast break and utilized 2 turnovers. The Magic were getting good shots to go in from the field and at a high rate they executed inside the paint. Orlando remained dominate on fast break chances and kept turnovers to a minimum. Eventually, the Magic in the 4th quarter would put this matchup to rest after Banchero off a Fultz assist would drop in a three point jumper, 104-97. The Magic shot an overall 40% while scoring 10 of their 50 total points in the paint and recorded 4 second chance baksets. As well as gaining 5 on the fast break. Orlando did a good job of finding the open man while knocking down quality shots from the field and beyond the arc. Magic executed on second chance opportunities and were effective on the fast break. Magic scored 10 second chance buckets with 15 coming on the fast break, filed in 14 turnovers and moved up to a 31-43 record.
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Wednesday March 22nd, 2023: Kuminga and Curry were combined for 42 points and it pushed the Warriors past the Mavericks by a final score of 127-125. Golden State is atop a 2-Game win streak and sit 6th place in the Western Conference. Warriors in quarter 1 gained a 7-0 run as Steph Curry buried a finger roll layin, 21-22. This run was let off by the defense forcing a magnitude of stops and the offense responded with easy points in transition. Golden State through one shot 60% from the field with 6 turnovers added and scored 14 points in the paint. Including 5 second chance buckets while gaining 4 on the fast break. The Warriors utilized the screen to generate space and knocked down quality shots from the field while dominating inside the paint. They were excellent on second chance opportunities and capitalized on the fast break yet they struggled from deep after going 4 of 10 and turnovers were plaguing them. Then during halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Steph Curry would lace in a mid range jumper and gave the Warriors a 51-50 lead. This was their first lead since 10-7 back in the 1st. Golden State wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in 56% from the field and racked up 16 points in the paint with 0 turnovers lost. Warriors secured 6 second chance baksets and got 8 on the fast break. Golden State shot the ball extremely well from the field as they buckets to fall and were masterful in the paint. The Warriors capitalized on second chance buckets due to good rebounding and were excellent on the fast break but three point shooting was weak. Keep note that both teams have made a combined 13 three's on 42 attempts. Warriors gained 11 second chsnce points with 12 coming on the fast break, added 30 in the paint and entered halftime up 65-63. Heading into the late stages of the 3rd quarter Jordan Poole would turn on the jets and hammered down a one handed jam, 88-85. Golden State concluded the 3rd by shooting 57% from the field with 4 giveaways tallied and notched 22 points in the paint. The Warriors from the interior were getting good shots to fall with nice passes and effectively attacked the paint. Although, from time to time they would be slowed down by repeatedly turning the ball over. Eventually, during the 4th quarter with 1:32 left Draymond Green would bury a a nice layup and in the process he got fouled to make this a three point play, 125-122. The Warriors in the 4th shot 55% from the field while making 3 three pointers and piled in 14 paint points. As well as 1 turnover secured. The Warriors down the strech of this game were buckets to drop from the field and punished the Dallas defense by making a couple of made three's. Also, they did a ton of damage when getting to the paint. Warriors sunk in 66 points in the paint, they added 18 second chance baksets with 14 coming on the fast break and jumped off to a 36-36 record.
The Mavericks fall to the Warriors by two after suffering a 125-127 defeat. Dallas falls two games under .500. Mavs in the 1st quarter would earn a 13-2 run after Holiday on a Doncic pass would dial up a nicley made layup, 22-17. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quicly in transition. Dallas in one shot 54% from the field while tallying 14 points in the paint and turned the ball iver twice. They snagged 5 second chance scores with 4 coming on the fast break. The Mavericks from both ends of the court were getting shots to fall at a high percentage and were effective inside the paint. They also created separation with good passes while capitalizing on second chance and fast break opportunities. Now in the 2nd quarter Doncic would toss up an alley oop pass to Powell who hammered down a one handed slam, 63-62. The Mavs ended the 2nd by shooting 50% from the field while scoring 18 points in the paint and coughed the ball up once. They acquired 4 second chance buckets and got outscored 35-30. The Mavericks on good ball movement got quality shots to go in at a high rate and attacked the paint effectively. The Mavs executed on the offensive glass as it led to easy to easy second chance opportunities yet three point shooting was a struggled due to the Warriors taking away open looks. Mavs earned 9 second chance baksets, piled up 32 points in the paint and slipped into the half down 63-65. In the 3rd quarter Doncic would use his big body to get to the rim before knocking down a falling mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 76-79. The Mavericks sealed off the 3rd by posting an overall 40% and secured 10 points in the paint with 3 turnovers attached. Along with scoring 4 second chance buckets. Dallas on excellent ball rotation got shots to fall consistently wheather it was from the field or long distance. Mavs hammered Golden State when scoring inside the paint and were effective on second chance opportunities. Going into the 4th quarter Dallas would earn a four point play after Luka Doncic hit a three point jumper, 100-100. Moments after and Dallas woukd re-take the lead after Hardy knocked in layup while on the run, 117-115. The Mavericks shot 42% from the field with 5 made three's and recorded 12 of their 52 total points in the paint. Dallas handed in 4 giveaways and snagged on the fast break. The Mavs spaced the defenders out with excellent movement of the ball as it allowed for quality shots to to go in from both the field and three point territory. Dallas perfected well when given a fast break opportunity but in crunch time they consistently turned the ball over. Mavs filed in 11 points on the fast break, went 20 of 28 from the free throw line and fell down to a 36-37 record.
Wednesday March 22nd, 2023: Kuminga and Curry were combined for 42 points and it pushed the Warriors past the Mavericks by a final score of 127-125. Golden State is atop a 2-Game win streak and sit 6th place in the Western Conference. Warriors in quarter 1 gained a 7-0 run as Steph Curry buried a finger roll layin, 21-22. This run was let off by the defense forcing a magnitude of stops and the offense responded with easy points in transition. Golden State through one shot 60% from the field with 6 turnovers added and scored 14 points in the paint. Including 5 second chance buckets while gaining 4 on the fast break. The Warriors utilized the screen to generate space and knocked down quality shots from the field while dominating inside the paint. They were excellent on second chance opportunities and capitalized on the fast break yet they struggled from deep after going 4 of 10 and turnovers were plaguing them. Then during halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Steph Curry would lace in a mid range jumper and gave the Warriors a 51-50 lead. This was their first lead since 10-7 back in the 1st. Golden State wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in 56% from the field and racked up 16 points in the paint with 0 turnovers lost. Warriors secured 6 second chance baksets and got 8 on the fast break. Golden State shot the ball extremely well from the field as they buckets to fall and were masterful in the paint. The Warriors capitalized on second chance buckets due to good rebounding and were excellent on the fast break but three point shooting was weak. Keep note that both teams have made a combined 13 three's on 42 attempts. Warriors gained 11 second chsnce points with 12 coming on the fast break, added 30 in the paint and entered halftime up 65-63. Heading into the late stages of the 3rd quarter Jordan Poole would turn on the jets and hammered down a one handed jam, 88-85. Golden State concluded the 3rd by shooting 57% from the field with 4 giveaways tallied and notched 22 points in the paint. The Warriors from the interior were getting good shots to fall with nice passes and effectively attacked the paint. Although, from time to time they would be slowed down by repeatedly turning the ball over. Eventually, during the 4th quarter with 1:32 left Draymond Green would bury a a nice layup and in the process he got fouled to make this a three point play, 125-122. The Warriors in the 4th shot 55% from the field while making 3 three pointers and piled in 14 paint points. As well as 1 turnover secured. The Warriors down the strech of this game were buckets to drop from the field and punished the Dallas defense by making a couple of made three's. Also, they did a ton of damage when getting to the paint. Warriors sunk in 66 points in the paint, they added 18 second chance baksets with 14 coming on the fast break and jumped off to a 36-36 record.
The Mavericks fall to the Warriors by two after suffering a 125-127 defeat. Dallas falls two games under .500. Mavs in the 1st quarter would earn a 13-2 run after Holiday on a Doncic pass would dial up a nicley made layup, 22-17. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quicly in transition. Dallas in one shot 54% from the field while tallying 14 points in the paint and turned the ball iver twice. They snagged 5 second chance scores with 4 coming on the fast break. The Mavericks from both ends of the court were getting shots to fall at a high percentage and were effective inside the paint. They also created separation with good passes while capitalizing on second chance and fast break opportunities. Now in the 2nd quarter Doncic would toss up an alley oop pass to Powell who hammered down a one handed slam, 63-62. The Mavs ended the 2nd by shooting 50% from the field while scoring 18 points in the paint and coughed the ball up once. They acquired 4 second chance buckets and got outscored 35-30. The Mavericks on good ball movement got quality shots to go in at a high rate and attacked the paint effectively. The Mavs executed on the offensive glass as it led to easy to easy second chance opportunities yet three point shooting was a struggled due to the Warriors taking away open looks. Mavs earned 9 second chance baksets, piled up 32 points in the paint and slipped into the half down 63-65. In the 3rd quarter Doncic would use his big body to get to the rim before knocking down a falling mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 76-79. The Mavericks sealed off the 3rd by posting an overall 40% and secured 10 points in the paint with 3 turnovers attached. Along with scoring 4 second chance buckets. Dallas on excellent ball rotation got shots to fall consistently wheather it was from the field or long distance. Mavs hammered Golden State when scoring inside the paint and were effective on second chance opportunities. Going into the 4th quarter Dallas would earn a four point play after Luka Doncic hit a three point jumper, 100-100. Moments after and Dallas woukd re-take the lead after Hardy knocked in layup while on the run, 117-115. The Mavericks shot 42% from the field with 5 made three's and recorded 12 of their 52 total points in the paint. Dallas handed in 4 giveaways and snagged on the fast break. The Mavs spaced the defenders out with excellent movement of the ball as it allowed for quality shots to to go in from both the field and three point territory. Dallas perfected well when given a fast break opportunity but in crunch time they consistently turned the ball over. Mavs filed in 11 points on the fast break, went 20 of 28 from the free throw line and fell down to a 36-37 record.
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Tuesday March 21st, 2023: The Cavaliers rout the Brooklyn Nets by securing a 115-109 Victory. The Cavs are sitting 4th place in the East and have won two games in a row. In the 1st quarter Caris LeVert would hit a pullup three point J, 23-27. The Cavs through one shot 9 of 21 from the field with 1 made three and scored 12 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance buckets and turned the ball over 5 times. The Cavaliers couldn't get a mid range jumper or three pointer to fall as their most of their points came inside the paint. They capitalized on second chance opportunities as well. Then in the 2nd quarter Garland would toss up an alley oop pass to Mobley who hammered down the two handed jam, 55-47. Cleveland ended the 2nd by spooting in 53% from the field while making 7 made three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. Theu recorded 7 second chance baksets with 2 turnovers to go along. The Cavs did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. Cleveland capitalized on the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets and domianted the paint game. Cavs secured 20 paint points, gained 9 second chance points, lost the ball a combined 7 times and slipped into the half with ??. Heading into the 3rd quarter Cleveland started to pull away after LeVert hit a nice three point jumper and it sent his team to a 91-72 advantage. The Cavs sealed off the 3rd by shooting 52% from the field while gaining 16 of their 36 total points in the paint and coughed the ball up 3 times. They notched 5 points on the fast break with 4 made three's to go along. Cleveland's offense perfected ball rotation and it led to solid shots dropping wheather it be from the field or long distance. The Cavs also did damage on fast break opportunities and were effective when getting inside the paint. In conclusion, the Cavaliers would add the knockout punch late in the 4th after Ricky Rubio knocked down a mid range floater, 108-86. Cleveland in the 4th shot 50% from the field with 3 giveaways and notched 8 of their 44 total points in the paint. The Cavaliers made only 2 three pointers but that's okay because they executed solid shot opportunities from the field and were a work horse inside the paint. Cavs scored 25 points off the Nets 16 turnovers, they added 10 buckets in the fast break and moved up to a 46-28 record.
The Nets falter to the Cavaliers after sustaining a tough 109-115 loss. The Nets dropped to 5-5 through their past ten games and currently stand 6th place in the Eastern Conference. Royce O'Neal during the 1st quater laced in a three point jumper and it gave the Nets a 24-18 lead. The Nets in one shot 54% from the field while scoring 16 paint points and gave the ball up 4 times. Including 4 points on the fast break. The Brooklyn Nets moved the ball well to generate open space and knocked down quality shots from the field. They executed on fast break opportunities and were efficient insode the paint. However, they struggled from three point territory due to the Cavs defense closing out and had poor ball protection. During the 2nd quarter Bridges would bury a fading mid range jumper and it brought the Nets within five, 51-57. The Nets concluded the 2nd by knocking in 50% from the field and racked up 10 points in the paint with 3 turnovers acquired. Brooklyn attached 6 second chance buckets and sunk in 3 three pointers. Brooklyn from the field got high percentage shots to fall and were excellent insode the paint. The Nets executed second chance scores due to solid rebounding and kept turnovers low. Nets snagged 26 total points in the paint, scored 7 second chance buckets with 6 coming on the fast break and entered halftime ??. In the 3rd quarter the Nets woukd earn a 8-0 run after Dinwiddie banked in a nicley made layup, 72-88. The Nets wrapped up the 3rd by spalshing in 48% from the field with 2 three pointers made and raked up 16 points in the paint. Along with tallying 5 buckets in the fast break and loat the ball 4 times. Brooklyn's run was sparked due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Nets shot the ball extremely well from the interior and were force to be messed with when scoring inside the paint. Nets capitalized on fast break chances but had issues in the turnover department and the three ball wouldn't fall. Eventually, the Nets in the 4th would gain a 12-0 run after Johnson buried a three point jumper but trailed 94-108. The Nets said peace to the 4th by sinking in 46% from the field and piled up 12 points in the paint with 5 turnovers secured. Nets pushed in 12 second chance scores and added 5 on the fast break. The Nets from inside the arc were knocking down quality shots and couldn't be stopped in the paint while executing at the free throw line. They were dominate on both second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Although, it was the poor three point shooting and careless turnovers that ultamately cost them. Nets snagged 54 points in the paint, recorded 19 second chance scores with 15 coming in the fast break and fell off to a 39-33 record.
Tuesday March 21st, 2023: The Cavaliers rout the Brooklyn Nets by securing a 115-109 Victory. The Cavs are sitting 4th place in the East and have won two games in a row. In the 1st quarter Caris LeVert would hit a pullup three point J, 23-27. The Cavs through one shot 9 of 21 from the field with 1 made three and scored 12 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance buckets and turned the ball over 5 times. The Cavaliers couldn't get a mid range jumper or three pointer to fall as their most of their points came inside the paint. They capitalized on second chance opportunities as well. Then in the 2nd quarter Garland would toss up an alley oop pass to Mobley who hammered down the two handed jam, 55-47. Cleveland ended the 2nd by spooting in 53% from the field while making 7 made three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. Theu recorded 7 second chance baksets with 2 turnovers to go along. The Cavs did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. Cleveland capitalized on the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets and domianted the paint game. Cavs secured 20 paint points, gained 9 second chance points, lost the ball a combined 7 times and slipped into the half with ??. Heading into the 3rd quarter Cleveland started to pull away after LeVert hit a nice three point jumper and it sent his team to a 91-72 advantage. The Cavs sealed off the 3rd by shooting 52% from the field while gaining 16 of their 36 total points in the paint and coughed the ball up 3 times. They notched 5 points on the fast break with 4 made three's to go along. Cleveland's offense perfected ball rotation and it led to solid shots dropping wheather it be from the field or long distance. The Cavs also did damage on fast break opportunities and were effective when getting inside the paint. In conclusion, the Cavaliers would add the knockout punch late in the 4th after Ricky Rubio knocked down a mid range floater, 108-86. Cleveland in the 4th shot 50% from the field with 3 giveaways and notched 8 of their 44 total points in the paint. The Cavaliers made only 2 three pointers but that's okay because they executed solid shot opportunities from the field and were a work horse inside the paint. Cavs scored 25 points off the Nets 16 turnovers, they added 10 buckets in the fast break and moved up to a 46-28 record.
The Nets falter to the Cavaliers after sustaining a tough 109-115 loss. The Nets dropped to 5-5 through their past ten games and currently stand 6th place in the Eastern Conference. Royce O'Neal during the 1st quater laced in a three point jumper and it gave the Nets a 24-18 lead. The Nets in one shot 54% from the field while scoring 16 paint points and gave the ball up 4 times. Including 4 points on the fast break. The Brooklyn Nets moved the ball well to generate open space and knocked down quality shots from the field. They executed on fast break opportunities and were efficient insode the paint. However, they struggled from three point territory due to the Cavs defense closing out and had poor ball protection. During the 2nd quarter Bridges would bury a fading mid range jumper and it brought the Nets within five, 51-57. The Nets concluded the 2nd by knocking in 50% from the field and racked up 10 points in the paint with 3 turnovers acquired. Brooklyn attached 6 second chance buckets and sunk in 3 three pointers. Brooklyn from the field got high percentage shots to fall and were excellent insode the paint. The Nets executed second chance scores due to solid rebounding and kept turnovers low. Nets snagged 26 total points in the paint, scored 7 second chance buckets with 6 coming on the fast break and entered halftime ??. In the 3rd quarter the Nets woukd earn a 8-0 run after Dinwiddie banked in a nicley made layup, 72-88. The Nets wrapped up the 3rd by spalshing in 48% from the field with 2 three pointers made and raked up 16 points in the paint. Along with tallying 5 buckets in the fast break and loat the ball 4 times. Brooklyn's run was sparked due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Nets shot the ball extremely well from the interior and were force to be messed with when scoring inside the paint. Nets capitalized on fast break chances but had issues in the turnover department and the three ball wouldn't fall. Eventually, the Nets in the 4th would gain a 12-0 run after Johnson buried a three point jumper but trailed 94-108. The Nets said peace to the 4th by sinking in 46% from the field and piled up 12 points in the paint with 5 turnovers secured. Nets pushed in 12 second chance scores and added 5 on the fast break. The Nets from inside the arc were knocking down quality shots and couldn't be stopped in the paint while executing at the free throw line. They were dominate on both second chance and fast break opportunities as well. Although, it was the poor three point shooting and careless turnovers that ultamately cost them. Nets snagged 54 points in the paint, recorded 19 second chance scores with 15 coming in the fast break and fell off to a 39-33 record.
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Monday March 20th, 2023: The 76ers in the 2nd Overtime got outscored 10-6 and the final score showed a 105-109 loss at the hands of the Bulls. The Sixers 8-Game win streak has abruptly ended and they suffered their 23rd defeat of the 2023 season. Melton in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper off an Embiid assist, 17-10. Philadelphia in one shot an overall 40% while scoring 8 points in the paint and gave the ball away 6 times. The 76ers from both ends of the court were getting shots to fall efficiently and attacked the paint as players made good cuts to the rim. Philly early dominated at the free throw line after sinking in 80% but struggled with constant turnovers. In the 2nd quarter Tyrese Maxey off a James Harden pass would barrel to the rim before sinking in a nicely made layup, 31-36. The Sixers shot 43% from the field with 1 made three and scored 12 of their 20 total points in the paint. Including 6 turnovers tallied and were 8 of 10 from the free throw area. The 76ers on good ball movement got quality shots to fall from field while capitalizing inside the paint and executed at the free throw line. The only things that are slowing Philadelphia down is their poor three point shooting and continuous giveaways. Philly had a combined 12 turnovers in the 1st half, scored 4 points in the fast break and walked into the half facing a 40-44 four point deficit. During the 3rd quarter Philly would get off to a 6-0 run thanks to Joel Embiid cutting to the rim and knocked down a nice layup, 55-53. This run was sparked the defense getting stops and the offense responded with quick points in transition. The 76ers capped off the 3rd by posting 46% from the field with 2 three's attached and racked up 10 points in the paint. They coughed the ball up twice and scored 4 on the fast break. The Sixers on good ball rotation got solid shots to drop from the interior and were dominate when getting inside the paint. Philly also executed on fast break chances and protected the ball well. It's just unfortunate that the Sixers main issue is behind the arc as they can't seem to buy a bucket. You can tell that Chicago's three point defense is making it hard for them because they've been getting smothered on almost every possession. Going into quarter 4 with 4:46 left DeAnthony Melton would dial up a three point J while on the run, 85-84. Both teams were going back and fourth in shot makes. Philly wrapped up the 4th by shooting 44% from the field and recorded 24 poimts in the paint with 11 coming in the fast break. Philadelphia got shots to drop consistently from the field on great ball movement and couldn't be stopped in the paint. Sixers managed to punish Chicago when given a fast break opportunity but repetitively turned it over and the three ball wasn't going in. Philly in the first OT would regain their lead agter Embiid knocked in a finger roll layin, 99-97. Philly in OT shot 43% from the field with 1 three pointer and latched 2 points in the paint. The Sixers got solid shots to go in from the field and did alright inside the paint but in a way they are lucky because they repeatedly turned the ball over. Transitioning into double Overtime Tobias Harris would lace up a stepback mid range jumper, 105-101. Philly concluded this quarter by shooting 42% from the field while making 0 three's and hauled in 2 paint points. Sixers were a combined 10 of 36 from downtown, earned 48 paint points, snagged 19 fast break buckets and dropped down to a 48-23 record.
The Bulls in double Overtime survive the 76ers by securing a 109-105 Victory. The Bulls in the 1st would pull within four after White buried a pullup mid-range jumper, 17-21. Chicago through one shot an overall 30% and scored 4 paint points with 3 turnovers added. Chicago's offense struggled to knock down shots from the field and beyond three point territory. They simply couldn't buy a basket and to make matters worse they had points in the paint eliminated. Then in the 2nd quarter Chicago was starting to catch fire as Coby White drilled in a pullup three point J, 29-29 with 7:29 left. Bulls finally getting buckets to drop and weren't as cold anymore. Afterwards, Chicago would end up pulling ahead of Philly after Dosunmu sunk in a reverse layin thus going up 36-29. Bulls were off to an 11-0 run due to the defense forcing a magnitude of stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Bulls ended the 2nd by spotting in 40% from the field while making 1 three pointer and recorded 10 points in the paint. That includes 3 turnovers and secured 6 on the fast break. Chicago shot the ball much better from the field as they got buckets to fall and were excellent when scoring inside the paint. Also, they executed on fast break opportunities and were effective at the charity stripe, yet they lacked three point shooting. Chicago snagged 14 total points in the paint, shot 80% from the free throws and entered halftime with a 44-40 lead. Shifting into the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Chicago would gain a 10-2 run as White dropped off a finger roll layin, 62-57. This run was due to the defense forcing a variety of stops and for the offense it led to easy points in transition. Chicago closed out the 3rd quarter by shooting 39% from the field with 2 three's acquired and notched 12 points in the paint. They got 6 second chance scores to go along and got outscored 28-25. The Bulls from the field were able to get good shots to fall on quality passes and were efficient inside the paint. They capitalized on second chance opportunities and turnovers were limited but continued to be a non-factor from deep due to Philly's defense closing out. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Derrick Jones Jr laced in a three point jumper, 80-78. Chicago in the 4th shot 40% from the field with 2 turnovers lost and scored 10 points in the painted area. Bulls earned 8 points on the fast break as well and added 2 three pointers. Offensively, the Bulls moved the ball around to generate separation and it led to quality shots dropping from the field. They were effective in the paint and dominated fast break scores but performed poorly beyond the arc. Heading into OT LaVine would hit a pullup mid range J, 97-94. Chicago in Overtime 1 shot 41% from the field and went 81% from the free throw area while tallying 2 paint points. As well as adding 0 turns and The Bulls shot the ball effectively from the field and kept turnovers to a minimum but had poor ball control and points in the paint were eliminated due to Philly clogging the middle of the lane. In the end, during the 2nd OT White would sink in two clutch free throws, 109-105. The Bulls secured 41% shooting from the field with 2 turnovers piled up and scored 4 points in the paint. Keep note that the Bulls finished on a 6-0 run with four of those points coming at the free throw line. Bulls finished 24 of 29 from the charity stripe, gained 24 points off the Sixers 19 turnovers, added 44 in the paint and moved up to a 34-37 record.
Monday March 20th, 2023: The 76ers in the 2nd Overtime got outscored 10-6 and the final score showed a 105-109 loss at the hands of the Bulls. The Sixers 8-Game win streak has abruptly ended and they suffered their 23rd defeat of the 2023 season. Melton in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper off an Embiid assist, 17-10. Philadelphia in one shot an overall 40% while scoring 8 points in the paint and gave the ball away 6 times. The 76ers from both ends of the court were getting shots to fall efficiently and attacked the paint as players made good cuts to the rim. Philly early dominated at the free throw line after sinking in 80% but struggled with constant turnovers. In the 2nd quarter Tyrese Maxey off a James Harden pass would barrel to the rim before sinking in a nicely made layup, 31-36. The Sixers shot 43% from the field with 1 made three and scored 12 of their 20 total points in the paint. Including 6 turnovers tallied and were 8 of 10 from the free throw area. The 76ers on good ball movement got quality shots to fall from field while capitalizing inside the paint and executed at the free throw line. The only things that are slowing Philadelphia down is their poor three point shooting and continuous giveaways. Philly had a combined 12 turnovers in the 1st half, scored 4 points in the fast break and walked into the half facing a 40-44 four point deficit. During the 3rd quarter Philly would get off to a 6-0 run thanks to Joel Embiid cutting to the rim and knocked down a nice layup, 55-53. This run was sparked the defense getting stops and the offense responded with quick points in transition. The 76ers capped off the 3rd by posting 46% from the field with 2 three's attached and racked up 10 points in the paint. They coughed the ball up twice and scored 4 on the fast break. The Sixers on good ball rotation got solid shots to drop from the interior and were dominate when getting inside the paint. Philly also executed on fast break chances and protected the ball well. It's just unfortunate that the Sixers main issue is behind the arc as they can't seem to buy a bucket. You can tell that Chicago's three point defense is making it hard for them because they've been getting smothered on almost every possession. Going into quarter 4 with 4:46 left DeAnthony Melton would dial up a three point J while on the run, 85-84. Both teams were going back and fourth in shot makes. Philly wrapped up the 4th by shooting 44% from the field and recorded 24 poimts in the paint with 11 coming in the fast break. Philadelphia got shots to drop consistently from the field on great ball movement and couldn't be stopped in the paint. Sixers managed to punish Chicago when given a fast break opportunity but repetitively turned it over and the three ball wasn't going in. Philly in the first OT would regain their lead agter Embiid knocked in a finger roll layin, 99-97. Philly in OT shot 43% from the field with 1 three pointer and latched 2 points in the paint. The Sixers got solid shots to go in from the field and did alright inside the paint but in a way they are lucky because they repeatedly turned the ball over. Transitioning into double Overtime Tobias Harris would lace up a stepback mid range jumper, 105-101. Philly concluded this quarter by shooting 42% from the field while making 0 three's and hauled in 2 paint points. Sixers were a combined 10 of 36 from downtown, earned 48 paint points, snagged 19 fast break buckets and dropped down to a 48-23 record.
The Bulls in double Overtime survive the 76ers by securing a 109-105 Victory. The Bulls in the 1st would pull within four after White buried a pullup mid-range jumper, 17-21. Chicago through one shot an overall 30% and scored 4 paint points with 3 turnovers added. Chicago's offense struggled to knock down shots from the field and beyond three point territory. They simply couldn't buy a basket and to make matters worse they had points in the paint eliminated. Then in the 2nd quarter Chicago was starting to catch fire as Coby White drilled in a pullup three point J, 29-29 with 7:29 left. Bulls finally getting buckets to drop and weren't as cold anymore. Afterwards, Chicago would end up pulling ahead of Philly after Dosunmu sunk in a reverse layin thus going up 36-29. Bulls were off to an 11-0 run due to the defense forcing a magnitude of stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Bulls ended the 2nd by spotting in 40% from the field while making 1 three pointer and recorded 10 points in the paint. That includes 3 turnovers and secured 6 on the fast break. Chicago shot the ball much better from the field as they got buckets to fall and were excellent when scoring inside the paint. Also, they executed on fast break opportunities and were effective at the charity stripe, yet they lacked three point shooting. Chicago snagged 14 total points in the paint, shot 80% from the free throws and entered halftime with a 44-40 lead. Shifting into the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Chicago would gain a 10-2 run as White dropped off a finger roll layin, 62-57. This run was due to the defense forcing a variety of stops and for the offense it led to easy points in transition. Chicago closed out the 3rd quarter by shooting 39% from the field with 2 three's acquired and notched 12 points in the paint. They got 6 second chance scores to go along and got outscored 28-25. The Bulls from the field were able to get good shots to fall on quality passes and were efficient inside the paint. They capitalized on second chance opportunities and turnovers were limited but continued to be a non-factor from deep due to Philly's defense closing out. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Derrick Jones Jr laced in a three point jumper, 80-78. Chicago in the 4th shot 40% from the field with 2 turnovers lost and scored 10 points in the painted area. Bulls earned 8 points on the fast break as well and added 2 three pointers. Offensively, the Bulls moved the ball around to generate separation and it led to quality shots dropping from the field. They were effective in the paint and dominated fast break scores but performed poorly beyond the arc. Heading into OT LaVine would hit a pullup mid range J, 97-94. Chicago in Overtime 1 shot 41% from the field and went 81% from the free throw area while tallying 2 paint points. As well as adding 0 turns and The Bulls shot the ball effectively from the field and kept turnovers to a minimum but had poor ball control and points in the paint were eliminated due to Philly clogging the middle of the lane. In the end, during the 2nd OT White would sink in two clutch free throws, 109-105. The Bulls secured 41% shooting from the field with 2 turnovers piled up and scored 4 points in the paint. Keep note that the Bulls finished on a 6-0 run with four of those points coming at the free throw line. Bulls finished 24 of 29 from the charity stripe, gained 24 points off the Sixers 19 turnovers, added 44 in the paint and moved up to a 34-37 record.
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Sunday March 18th, 2023: Anteokounmpo records a triple double and it sent the Bucks past the Raptors by a score of 118-111. The Bucks earn their 51st win of the season and improve to a 27-9 record when playing on home court. In quarter 1 Jrue Hokiday would dump off a stepback mid range jumper, 28-20. Moments after, Lopez would drill in a fading mid range J thus going up 33-24. The Bucks through ine shot 61% from the field while adding 7 made three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. That includes 4 turnovers. Milwaukee did a great job of finding the open the man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. They capitalized inside the paint but had poor ball control. Then during the 2nd quarter Pat Connaughton would cut to the rim before hitting a nice layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 56-56. Follwoing that score Portis would deliver a contested layup, 58-56. In The Bucks ended the 2nd by shooting 50% from the field with 3 three pointers made and recorded 8 points in the paint. Including 1 turnover added and reeled in 4 on the fast break. The Bucks spreaded the ball around to help free up space and it led to quality shots dropping from the field. Bucks were effective on fast break opportunities and did well inside the paint yet they couldn't a bucket from beyond the three point line. The Bucks snagged 20 points in the paint, were 50% from the charity stripe and walked into the half with a 58-56 lead. Jumping over to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Holiday off an Ingles pass would drop off a three point J, 79-83. The Bucks capped off the 3rd by spotting in 53% from the field while making 5 three pointers and recorded 6 points in the paint. Along with scoring 0 on the fast break and had 5 turnovers lost. The Bucks did much better beyond the three point line as they got buckets to go in and shot the ball efficiently from the field. However, they repeatedly gave the ball away while having fast break and paint points shutdown. Shifting into the 4th quarter Carter with 2:32 left would knock in a three point jumper and it pushed the Bucks lead to 110-105. The Bucks shot 52% from the field with 1 made three and tallied in 14 points in the paint while giving the ball up twice. They snagged 2 second chance buckets and outscored Toronto 29-16. Milwaukee down the strech from the field got a high percentage of shots to fall were unstoppable when scoring inside the paint. Although, Milwaukee had its struggles from deep as they couldn't get open and second chance opportunities were shutdown. Bucks earned 40 points down low, gained 9 fast break scores and moved up to a 51-20 record.
The Raptors come up short against the Bucks as they suffered a 111-118 defeat. Toronto falls two games under .500 and are 8th place in the Eastern Conference. In the 1st quarter Poetlt from insode the paint would knock down a mid range hook, 22-28. Two plays Fred VanVleet would bury a nicely made layup, 24-31. Toronto shot 55% from the field with 2 made three's on 6 attempts and scored 14 points in the paint. Raptors acquired 5 fast break scores and turned the ball over once. The Raptors from the field were getting shots to fall consistently and did damage inside the paint. They executed on fast break opportunities but had issues from deep due to to the Bucks smothering defense. During the 2nd quarter Joe Poetlt would sink in a mid range floater and helped the Raptors reagin their lead, 51-50. Few possessions later Siakam would lace in a three point jumper, 56-53. The Raptors in the 2nd shot 49% frok the field with 4 made three's and racked up 8 of their 22 total poimts in the paint. They attached 0 turnovers and got 7 second chance baksets to go along. The Raptors from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on good ball movement and dominated inside the paint. Toronto capitalized on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding and turnovers were a non-factor. The Raptors earned 7 points on the fast break, were 2 of 4 from the free throw line and slipped into halftime down 56-58. Going into quarter 3 Anunoby would dial up a three point jumper and it oushed the Raptors lead, 80-76. The Raptors splashed in 52% from the field with 6 three's added and scored 12 points in the painted area. They notched 8 combined points on second chance scores and when utilizing the fast break. Toronto on excellent ball movement were able to get shots to fall wheather it was from the field or long distance. Raptors were dominate in the paint while capitalizing on both second chsnce and fast break opportunities. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Poetlt cut to the rim and sunk in a layup, 107-110. The Raptors closed out the 4th by knocking down 44% from the field and recorded 10 points in the paint with 5 giveaways. Toronto made 2 three pointers on 7 attempts and scored 3 second chance baskets. The Raptors in crunch time were getting nice shots to fall from the field with solid passes and were a force inside the paint. Unfortunately, costly turnovers and their inability to make three's late is what ultamately did it for them. They were hot for majority of 2nd half from three point territory until the end. Raptors scored 15 points off the Bucks 12 turnovers, pushed in 44 paint points, secured 18 second chance baksets and fell off to a 35-37 record.
Sunday March 18th, 2023: Anteokounmpo records a triple double and it sent the Bucks past the Raptors by a score of 118-111. The Bucks earn their 51st win of the season and improve to a 27-9 record when playing on home court. In quarter 1 Jrue Hokiday would dump off a stepback mid range jumper, 28-20. Moments after, Lopez would drill in a fading mid range J thus going up 33-24. The Bucks through ine shot 61% from the field while adding 7 made three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. That includes 4 turnovers. Milwaukee did a great job of finding the open the man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. They capitalized inside the paint but had poor ball control. Then during the 2nd quarter Pat Connaughton would cut to the rim before hitting a nice layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 56-56. Follwoing that score Portis would deliver a contested layup, 58-56. In The Bucks ended the 2nd by shooting 50% from the field with 3 three pointers made and recorded 8 points in the paint. Including 1 turnover added and reeled in 4 on the fast break. The Bucks spreaded the ball around to help free up space and it led to quality shots dropping from the field. Bucks were effective on fast break opportunities and did well inside the paint yet they couldn't a bucket from beyond the three point line. The Bucks snagged 20 points in the paint, were 50% from the charity stripe and walked into the half with a 58-56 lead. Jumping over to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Holiday off an Ingles pass would drop off a three point J, 79-83. The Bucks capped off the 3rd by spotting in 53% from the field while making 5 three pointers and recorded 6 points in the paint. Along with scoring 0 on the fast break and had 5 turnovers lost. The Bucks did much better beyond the three point line as they got buckets to go in and shot the ball efficiently from the field. However, they repeatedly gave the ball away while having fast break and paint points shutdown. Shifting into the 4th quarter Carter with 2:32 left would knock in a three point jumper and it pushed the Bucks lead to 110-105. The Bucks shot 52% from the field with 1 made three and tallied in 14 points in the paint while giving the ball up twice. They snagged 2 second chance buckets and outscored Toronto 29-16. Milwaukee down the strech from the field got a high percentage of shots to fall were unstoppable when scoring inside the paint. Although, Milwaukee had its struggles from deep as they couldn't get open and second chance opportunities were shutdown. Bucks earned 40 points down low, gained 9 fast break scores and moved up to a 51-20 record.
The Raptors come up short against the Bucks as they suffered a 111-118 defeat. Toronto falls two games under .500 and are 8th place in the Eastern Conference. In the 1st quarter Poetlt from insode the paint would knock down a mid range hook, 22-28. Two plays Fred VanVleet would bury a nicely made layup, 24-31. Toronto shot 55% from the field with 2 made three's on 6 attempts and scored 14 points in the paint. Raptors acquired 5 fast break scores and turned the ball over once. The Raptors from the field were getting shots to fall consistently and did damage inside the paint. They executed on fast break opportunities but had issues from deep due to to the Bucks smothering defense. During the 2nd quarter Joe Poetlt would sink in a mid range floater and helped the Raptors reagin their lead, 51-50. Few possessions later Siakam would lace in a three point jumper, 56-53. The Raptors in the 2nd shot 49% frok the field with 4 made three's and racked up 8 of their 22 total poimts in the paint. They attached 0 turnovers and got 7 second chance baksets to go along. The Raptors from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on good ball movement and dominated inside the paint. Toronto capitalized on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding and turnovers were a non-factor. The Raptors earned 7 points on the fast break, were 2 of 4 from the free throw line and slipped into halftime down 56-58. Going into quarter 3 Anunoby would dial up a three point jumper and it oushed the Raptors lead, 80-76. The Raptors splashed in 52% from the field with 6 three's added and scored 12 points in the painted area. They notched 8 combined points on second chance scores and when utilizing the fast break. Toronto on excellent ball movement were able to get shots to fall wheather it was from the field or long distance. Raptors were dominate in the paint while capitalizing on both second chsnce and fast break opportunities. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Poetlt cut to the rim and sunk in a layup, 107-110. The Raptors closed out the 4th by knocking down 44% from the field and recorded 10 points in the paint with 5 giveaways. Toronto made 2 three pointers on 7 attempts and scored 3 second chance baskets. The Raptors in crunch time were getting nice shots to fall from the field with solid passes and were a force inside the paint. Unfortunately, costly turnovers and their inability to make three's late is what ultamately did it for them. They were hot for majority of 2nd half from three point territory until the end. Raptors scored 15 points off the Bucks 12 turnovers, pushed in 44 paint points, secured 18 second chance baksets and fell off to a 35-37 record.
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Friday March 17th, 2023: Trae Young scores 26 and it led the Hawks to a much needed 127-119 Victory, over the Warriors. The Hawks are back .500 on the season and are 8th place in the East. Murray in quarter 1 would notch his 17th point of the game after hitting a mid range jumper, 21-25. Atlanta moments after, would take the lead as Okongwu cut to the rim and received a nice pass Bey before knocking in a nicley made layup, 29-27. Hawks through one shot 60% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 20 paint points. Along with scoring 6 fast break baskets and coughed the ball up 3 times. Atlanta moved with precision as helped create open looks and it led to quality shots falling wheather it be from the field or long distance. The Hawks did damage in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Going into the 2nd quarter Hunter with 27 seconds to go would bury a nice layup while on the run, 69-64. Atlanta ended the 2nd quarter by sinking in 53% from the field while making 4 three's and snagged 12 points in the painted area. That includes 9 coming on the fast break with 2 turnovers lost. The Hawks were getting good shots to fall from the field and punished Golden State's defense behind the arc. Atlanta continued to execute down low and were efficient on fast break chances. Hawks in one half secured 32 points in the paint, added on the 15 fast break and slipped into halftime with a 71-66 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Bogdanovic off a Capela pass would drive in a three point jumper thus extending the the Hawks lead to 93-82. Atlanta concluded the 3rd by placing 54% from the field with 4 turnovers dished in and secured 12 points down low. Including 4 second chance baskets and got 5 on the fast break to go along. The Hawks did a good job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. Atlanta attacked the paint as players made cuts to the rim and capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities. Moving forward they need to limit turnovers because that is what slowed them down and it helped Golden State get back in it. Heading into the 4th quarter Trae Young would force a steal off Steph Curry and in transition would deliver a game sealing layup, 125-119. Hawks in the 4th shot 47% from the field while adding 8 points in the paint on 54 overall and scored 8 second chance baksets. Atlanta shot the ball efficiently from the field and couldn't be stopped when getting inside the paint. They executed well on the board as it led to easy second chance opportunities but took a dip from deep due to the Warriors defense closing out. Hawks ended with 54 paint points, scored 22 on the fast break and improved to a 35-35 record.
Curry drops 31 but the Warriors still suffered a tough 119-127 loss to the Hawks. The Warriors are one game above .500 and sit 7th place in the West. In the 1st quarter Curry would beam a nice pass to Kuminga who hammered down the two handed jam, 23-13. The Warriors shot 56% from the interior and added 14 points in the paint while scoring 7 second chance buckets. They were 4 of 10 from deep and lost 7 turnovers. Golden State from the field knocked down high percentage shots and were effective in the paint. The Warriors executed on second chance scores due to good rebounding but had poor ball security and three's weren't going in. In the 2nd quarter Golden State would chip into the Hawks lead after Kuminga dialed up a reverse slam, 50-56. The Warriors after that, would inch closer to Atlanta's lead as DiVincenzo sunk in a running layup, 64-67. Golden State shot 53% from the field with 3 three's made and redorded 18 points in the paint. They acquired 8 second chsnce buckets and gained 6 on the fast break. Golden State were dominate inside the paint by consistently attacking and shot the ball extremely from the field. Also, they captured easy second chance buckets and were excellent on fast breaks. However, three point shooting was slow due to Atlanta smothering them on almost every possession. Warriors jammed in 44 paint points, were a combined 5 of 19 from downtown, earned 15 second chance scores with 7 on the fast break and entered the half down 66-71. Now 6:00 into the 3rd quarter Steoh Curry would drive his way to the rim before sinking in a layup but trailed 82-90. Golden State wrapped up the 3rd by posting 50% from the field while attaching 12 of their 56 total points in the paint and made 4 three pointers. They utilized 6 second chance scores with 5 coming on the fasr break. The Warriors got quality shots to go in from the field on good ball movement and executed inside the paint. Golden State continued to dominate second chance scoring and were effective on fast break chances. Keep note that the Warriors are a combined 9 of 29 from deep, that is unacceptable. Transitioning into the 4th Curry off a Thompson assist woukd power in a beautiful layup, 119-120. The Warriors sealed off the 4th shooting 47% from the interior and notched 12 points in the paint. They gave the ball up 5 times as well. Golden State down the stretch couldn't get a shot to go in from ethier the field or beyond the arc. In this quarter alone they made only 8 mid range jumpers and got 2 three pointers to tag along. A couple positives would be that they capitalized in the paint at a high rate while capturing second chance and fast break opportunities. Warriors pulled up 68 points in the paint, added 25 second chance buckets with 17 on the fast break and dropped off to a 36-35 record.
Friday March 17th, 2023: Trae Young scores 26 and it led the Hawks to a much needed 127-119 Victory, over the Warriors. The Hawks are back .500 on the season and are 8th place in the East. Murray in quarter 1 would notch his 17th point of the game after hitting a mid range jumper, 21-25. Atlanta moments after, would take the lead as Okongwu cut to the rim and received a nice pass Bey before knocking in a nicley made layup, 29-27. Hawks through one shot 60% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 20 paint points. Along with scoring 6 fast break baskets and coughed the ball up 3 times. Atlanta moved with precision as helped create open looks and it led to quality shots falling wheather it be from the field or long distance. The Hawks did damage in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Going into the 2nd quarter Hunter with 27 seconds to go would bury a nice layup while on the run, 69-64. Atlanta ended the 2nd quarter by sinking in 53% from the field while making 4 three's and snagged 12 points in the painted area. That includes 9 coming on the fast break with 2 turnovers lost. The Hawks were getting good shots to fall from the field and punished Golden State's defense behind the arc. Atlanta continued to execute down low and were efficient on fast break chances. Hawks in one half secured 32 points in the paint, added on the 15 fast break and slipped into halftime with a 71-66 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Bogdanovic off a Capela pass would drive in a three point jumper thus extending the the Hawks lead to 93-82. Atlanta concluded the 3rd by placing 54% from the field with 4 turnovers dished in and secured 12 points down low. Including 4 second chance baskets and got 5 on the fast break to go along. The Hawks did a good job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. Atlanta attacked the paint as players made cuts to the rim and capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities. Moving forward they need to limit turnovers because that is what slowed them down and it helped Golden State get back in it. Heading into the 4th quarter Trae Young would force a steal off Steph Curry and in transition would deliver a game sealing layup, 125-119. Hawks in the 4th shot 47% from the field while adding 8 points in the paint on 54 overall and scored 8 second chance baksets. Atlanta shot the ball efficiently from the field and couldn't be stopped when getting inside the paint. They executed well on the board as it led to easy second chance opportunities but took a dip from deep due to the Warriors defense closing out. Hawks ended with 54 paint points, scored 22 on the fast break and improved to a 35-35 record.
Curry drops 31 but the Warriors still suffered a tough 119-127 loss to the Hawks. The Warriors are one game above .500 and sit 7th place in the West. In the 1st quarter Curry would beam a nice pass to Kuminga who hammered down the two handed jam, 23-13. The Warriors shot 56% from the interior and added 14 points in the paint while scoring 7 second chance buckets. They were 4 of 10 from deep and lost 7 turnovers. Golden State from the field knocked down high percentage shots and were effective in the paint. The Warriors executed on second chance scores due to good rebounding but had poor ball security and three's weren't going in. In the 2nd quarter Golden State would chip into the Hawks lead after Kuminga dialed up a reverse slam, 50-56. The Warriors after that, would inch closer to Atlanta's lead as DiVincenzo sunk in a running layup, 64-67. Golden State shot 53% from the field with 3 three's made and redorded 18 points in the paint. They acquired 8 second chsnce buckets and gained 6 on the fast break. Golden State were dominate inside the paint by consistently attacking and shot the ball extremely from the field. Also, they captured easy second chance buckets and were excellent on fast breaks. However, three point shooting was slow due to Atlanta smothering them on almost every possession. Warriors jammed in 44 paint points, were a combined 5 of 19 from downtown, earned 15 second chance scores with 7 on the fast break and entered the half down 66-71. Now 6:00 into the 3rd quarter Steoh Curry would drive his way to the rim before sinking in a layup but trailed 82-90. Golden State wrapped up the 3rd by posting 50% from the field while attaching 12 of their 56 total points in the paint and made 4 three pointers. They utilized 6 second chance scores with 5 coming on the fasr break. The Warriors got quality shots to go in from the field on good ball movement and executed inside the paint. Golden State continued to dominate second chance scoring and were effective on fast break chances. Keep note that the Warriors are a combined 9 of 29 from deep, that is unacceptable. Transitioning into the 4th Curry off a Thompson assist woukd power in a beautiful layup, 119-120. The Warriors sealed off the 4th shooting 47% from the interior and notched 12 points in the paint. They gave the ball up 5 times as well. Golden State down the stretch couldn't get a shot to go in from ethier the field or beyond the arc. In this quarter alone they made only 8 mid range jumpers and got 2 three pointers to tag along. A couple positives would be that they capitalized in the paint at a high rate while capturing second chance and fast break opportunities. Warriors pulled up 68 points in the paint, added 25 second chance buckets with 17 on the fast break and dropped off to a 36-35 record.
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Tuesday March 14th, 2023: Caris LeVert scores 22 and the Cavaliers maul the Hornets by a blowout score of 120-104. Cabs move to 16-20 on the road and are 4th place in the East. Lamar Steven's in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper and it brought Cleveland within two, 25-27. Few possessions later LeVert would sink in a three pointer of his own thus going up 28-27. The Cavs in one knocked down 41% from the field with 5 made three's on 9 attempts and tallied 14 paint points. Including 7 second chance buckets. The Cavaliers couldn't get a mid range shot to fall as most their points came inside the paint and hammered Charlotte's defense from beyond the arc. Cleveland capitalized second chance opportunities and kept turnovers limited. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Evan Mobley with 37 ticks left would drop in a nicley made layup, 61-46. The Cavs closed out the 2nd by spotting in 44% from the field with 2 three's acquired and scored 14 points in the paint. The Cavaliers spreaded the ball around to free up space and they got solid shots to drop from the field with a few made three's. The Cavs capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim and gave the ball away 0 times. The Cavs pushed in 28 points inside the paint, scrubbed up 16 rebounds and slipped into halftime with a 63-48 lead. Now in the 3rd quarter Darius Garland with 6:46 left would launch in a three point jumper and the Cavs lead was pushed to 80-60. Cleveland sealed off the 3rd by posting an overall 50% and inside the paint they scored 16 while outscoring Charlotte 35-28. The Cavs on good movement got quality shots to fall wheather it was from the field or long distance and were effective inside the paint. Cleveland dominated both second chance and fast break opportunities as well. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Mobley would drill in a mid range hook from inside the paint, 118-100. Cleveland was able to shoot 51% from the field and scored 10 of their 54 total points in the paint. The Cavaliers moved the ball to help generate open looks and from the field they got quality shots to fall on a consistent basis. Cleveland scored 35 points off the Hornets turnovers, raked up 10 points on the fast break and moved their win/loss record to 43-27.
The Hornets struggled against the Cavaliers as the final results showed a 104-120 defeat. Charlotte sits 14th in the East and have lost their past three games in a row. Oubre would give his team the lead after hitting a layup, 24-22. Charlotte through one ahot 66% from the field whike making 1 three pointer and scored 16 points in the paint. That includes 5 turnovers. Charlotte did a ton of damage from the interior as they got quakity shots to fall on good ball movement and were efficient inside the paint. Moving forward the Hornets need to minus turnovers and be more effective on the fast break because 3 isn't enough. Then in quater number 2 P.J. Washington would earn back to back baskets after drilling in a nice layup but trailed 48-61. Charlotte ended the 2nd by shooting 55% from the field and tallied 12 points in the paint with 7 turnovers attached and got 1 three pointer to drop. They recorded 4 second chance buckets with 5 coming on the fast break. The Hornets offense from the field got quality shots to go in on excellent ball rotation and were domianted when scoring inside the paint. Charlotte did much better on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and capitalized on the fast break. However, they lacked three point shooting and consistently turned the ball over. The Hornets earned 28 total points in the paint, utilized 11 assists and entered halftime down 48-63. Eventually, during the 3rd quarter Smith would lace three point J and his team came within 20, 72-92. The Hornets capped off the 3rd quarter by notching 56% from the field with 3 three pointers made and racked up 10 points in the paint. Charlotte secured 6 second chance scores and had 7 turnovers. Charlotte did a great job of finding the open teammate whike knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. They punished Cleveland in the paint by consistently scoring and executed second chance opportunities but lacked ball security. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Oubre would make a backdoor cut to the rim and sunk in a layup, 95-114. Charlotte said good riddence to the 4th quarter by splashing in 56% from the field while making 1 three and added 16 points in the painted area. They turned the ball over 3 out of their 19 total times and outscored Cleveland 28-22. Hornets shot the ball extremely well from the field and capitalized in the paint. Unfortunately, turnovers and crappy three point shooting is what slowed them down. Hornets pumped in 54 paint points, gained 13 second chance scores and fell off to a 22-48 record.
Tuesday March 14th, 2023: Caris LeVert scores 22 and the Cavaliers maul the Hornets by a blowout score of 120-104. Cabs move to 16-20 on the road and are 4th place in the East. Lamar Steven's in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper and it brought Cleveland within two, 25-27. Few possessions later LeVert would sink in a three pointer of his own thus going up 28-27. The Cavs in one knocked down 41% from the field with 5 made three's on 9 attempts and tallied 14 paint points. Including 7 second chance buckets. The Cavaliers couldn't get a mid range shot to fall as most their points came inside the paint and hammered Charlotte's defense from beyond the arc. Cleveland capitalized second chance opportunities and kept turnovers limited. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Evan Mobley with 37 ticks left would drop in a nicley made layup, 61-46. The Cavs closed out the 2nd by spotting in 44% from the field with 2 three's acquired and scored 14 points in the paint. The Cavaliers spreaded the ball around to free up space and they got solid shots to drop from the field with a few made three's. The Cavs capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim and gave the ball away 0 times. The Cavs pushed in 28 points inside the paint, scrubbed up 16 rebounds and slipped into halftime with a 63-48 lead. Now in the 3rd quarter Darius Garland with 6:46 left would launch in a three point jumper and the Cavs lead was pushed to 80-60. Cleveland sealed off the 3rd by posting an overall 50% and inside the paint they scored 16 while outscoring Charlotte 35-28. The Cavs on good movement got quality shots to fall wheather it was from the field or long distance and were effective inside the paint. Cleveland dominated both second chance and fast break opportunities as well. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Mobley would drill in a mid range hook from inside the paint, 118-100. Cleveland was able to shoot 51% from the field and scored 10 of their 54 total points in the paint. The Cavaliers moved the ball to help generate open looks and from the field they got quality shots to fall on a consistent basis. Cleveland scored 35 points off the Hornets turnovers, raked up 10 points on the fast break and moved their win/loss record to 43-27.
The Hornets struggled against the Cavaliers as the final results showed a 104-120 defeat. Charlotte sits 14th in the East and have lost their past three games in a row. Oubre would give his team the lead after hitting a layup, 24-22. Charlotte through one ahot 66% from the field whike making 1 three pointer and scored 16 points in the paint. That includes 5 turnovers. Charlotte did a ton of damage from the interior as they got quakity shots to fall on good ball movement and were efficient inside the paint. Moving forward the Hornets need to minus turnovers and be more effective on the fast break because 3 isn't enough. Then in quater number 2 P.J. Washington would earn back to back baskets after drilling in a nice layup but trailed 48-61. Charlotte ended the 2nd by shooting 55% from the field and tallied 12 points in the paint with 7 turnovers attached and got 1 three pointer to drop. They recorded 4 second chance buckets with 5 coming on the fast break. The Hornets offense from the field got quality shots to go in on excellent ball rotation and were domianted when scoring inside the paint. Charlotte did much better on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and capitalized on the fast break. However, they lacked three point shooting and consistently turned the ball over. The Hornets earned 28 total points in the paint, utilized 11 assists and entered halftime down 48-63. Eventually, during the 3rd quarter Smith would lace three point J and his team came within 20, 72-92. The Hornets capped off the 3rd quarter by notching 56% from the field with 3 three pointers made and racked up 10 points in the paint. Charlotte secured 6 second chance scores and had 7 turnovers. Charlotte did a great job of finding the open teammate whike knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. They punished Cleveland in the paint by consistently scoring and executed second chance opportunities but lacked ball security. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Oubre would make a backdoor cut to the rim and sunk in a layup, 95-114. Charlotte said good riddence to the 4th quarter by splashing in 56% from the field while making 1 three and added 16 points in the painted area. They turned the ball over 3 out of their 19 total times and outscored Cleveland 28-22. Hornets shot the ball extremely well from the field and capitalized in the paint. Unfortunately, turnovers and crappy three point shooting is what slowed them down. Hornets pumped in 54 paint points, gained 13 second chance scores and fell off to a 22-48 record.
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Monday March 13th, 2023: Bane drops 23 and the Grizzlies rout the Mavericks by a blowout score of 104-88. Memphis sits 1st place in the Southwest Division and are riding a 3-Game win streak. Tyus Jones in the 1st quarter would knock down a pullup mid range jumper, 21-19. Afterwards, Desmond Bane would drive to the cup before sinking in a tough layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 26-25. The Grizzlies through the first 12 minutes shot an overall 50% while recording 12 points in the paint and coughed the ball up 4 times. Memphis did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. Grizzlies did damage in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities yet turnovers were starting to become an issue. Shifting into the 2nd quarter David Roddy would drop off a nicley made layup, 42-43. Memphis 47% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and had 2 turnovers lost. Including 9 on the fast break. The Grizzlies were able to get quality shots to fall from the interior with good passing and were dominate inside the paint. Memphis were effective on the fast break after scoring 13 total and rarely turned it over yet three point shooting was an issue as Dallas defenders closed out. Memphis went 7 of 8 from the charity stripe, earned 14 fast break scores, 14 points in the painted area and slipped into halftme down 49-50. Then in the 3rd quarter Desmond Bane with 3:37 left would bury a stepback three point jumper, 76-65. Memphis in the 3rd shot 50% from the field and acquired 14 points in the paint. Memphis would add in 4 made three's while scoring 9 second chance buckets and gained 7 on the fast break. The Grizzlies created separation by delivering good passes and it led to solid shots falling wheather it was from the field or long distance. They torched Dallas inside the paint while capitalizing on both second chance and fast break opportunities but constantly gave the ball up. In conclusion, Dillon Brooks would add the knockout by burying a three point jumper, 100-83. The Grizzlies closed out the 4th by shooting 48% from the field while making 4 three pointers and snagged 6 points in the paint. Memphis. The Grizzlies had themselves a smooth run in this quarter alone. As they got good shots to fall from both ends of court on great movement and were efficient at the free throw line but points in the paint were shutdown after scoring twice in that area and fast break opportunities were eliminated. The Grizzlies finished with 24 fast break scores, the defense forced 9 team steals and jumped up to a 41-26 record.
The Mavericks got obliterated by the Grizzlies 88-104. Three out of five starters scored a combined 12 points and fell one game under .500. Jaden Hardy in quarter 1 would lace in a three point jumper and it gave the Mavs a 25-21 lead. Dallas in one shot 40% from field while going 4 for 11 from deep and scored 10 points in the paint. Including 3 turnovers and scored 1 second chance bucket. The Mavericks from the field were getting quality shots to fall on good ball movement and were efficient inside the paint. However, they struggled to buy a three pointer as buckets weren't going in and second chance opportunities were eliminated. Moving into the 2nd quarter Dallas would break the tie after Josh Green sunk in a three point jumper, 43-40. The Mavs ended the 2nd by shooting 44% from the field with 3 three's made and secured 6 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance scores with 7 coming on the fast break. Dallas on good ball rotation got shots to fall consistently from the field and did a nice job of keeping turnovers low. They also capitalized much better on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding and executed fast break chances. Moving forward they have to be better in the paint because Memphis did teriffic at clogging the lane. Dallas dialed in 16 points in the paint, pulled up 6 offensive rebounds and entered halftime with a 50-49 lead. Now in the 3rd quarter Justin Holiday would dial up a contested layup but trailed 69-78. Mavs capped off the 3rd by spotting in 38% from the field with 3 three pointers made and racked up 16 of their 26 total points in the paint. Dallas attached 7 on the fast break and got 2 turnovers to go along. The Mavericks seemingly looked flat! From the field and beyond the arc they couldn't get a shot to go in as most of their points came inside the paint. Dallas managed to execute on the fast breaks as well. We now turn our attentions to the 4th, where Holiday dropped in a nice layup while on the run, 87-104. Mavs said good riddance to the 4th quarter by shooting 38% from the field with 2 three pointers made and dialed in 8 points inside the paint. Dallas would utilize 2 fast break points as well. The Mavericks down the stretch could not buy a basket from ethier in the field or behind in the arc. Along with good execution inside in the paint, but fast break opportunities were limited. Mavs ended their night by hauling in 16 points on the fast break, were a combined 12 for 46 from deep and fell off to a 34-35 record.
Monday March 13th, 2023: Bane drops 23 and the Grizzlies rout the Mavericks by a blowout score of 104-88. Memphis sits 1st place in the Southwest Division and are riding a 3-Game win streak. Tyus Jones in the 1st quarter would knock down a pullup mid range jumper, 21-19. Afterwards, Desmond Bane would drive to the cup before sinking in a tough layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 26-25. The Grizzlies through the first 12 minutes shot an overall 50% while recording 12 points in the paint and coughed the ball up 4 times. Memphis did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. Grizzlies did damage in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities yet turnovers were starting to become an issue. Shifting into the 2nd quarter David Roddy would drop off a nicley made layup, 42-43. Memphis 47% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and had 2 turnovers lost. Including 9 on the fast break. The Grizzlies were able to get quality shots to fall from the interior with good passing and were dominate inside the paint. Memphis were effective on the fast break after scoring 13 total and rarely turned it over yet three point shooting was an issue as Dallas defenders closed out. Memphis went 7 of 8 from the charity stripe, earned 14 fast break scores, 14 points in the painted area and slipped into halftme down 49-50. Then in the 3rd quarter Desmond Bane with 3:37 left would bury a stepback three point jumper, 76-65. Memphis in the 3rd shot 50% from the field and acquired 14 points in the paint. Memphis would add in 4 made three's while scoring 9 second chance buckets and gained 7 on the fast break. The Grizzlies created separation by delivering good passes and it led to solid shots falling wheather it was from the field or long distance. They torched Dallas inside the paint while capitalizing on both second chance and fast break opportunities but constantly gave the ball up. In conclusion, Dillon Brooks would add the knockout by burying a three point jumper, 100-83. The Grizzlies closed out the 4th by shooting 48% from the field while making 4 three pointers and snagged 6 points in the paint. Memphis. The Grizzlies had themselves a smooth run in this quarter alone. As they got good shots to fall from both ends of court on great movement and were efficient at the free throw line but points in the paint were shutdown after scoring twice in that area and fast break opportunities were eliminated. The Grizzlies finished with 24 fast break scores, the defense forced 9 team steals and jumped up to a 41-26 record.
The Mavericks got obliterated by the Grizzlies 88-104. Three out of five starters scored a combined 12 points and fell one game under .500. Jaden Hardy in quarter 1 would lace in a three point jumper and it gave the Mavs a 25-21 lead. Dallas in one shot 40% from field while going 4 for 11 from deep and scored 10 points in the paint. Including 3 turnovers and scored 1 second chance bucket. The Mavericks from the field were getting quality shots to fall on good ball movement and were efficient inside the paint. However, they struggled to buy a three pointer as buckets weren't going in and second chance opportunities were eliminated. Moving into the 2nd quarter Dallas would break the tie after Josh Green sunk in a three point jumper, 43-40. The Mavs ended the 2nd by shooting 44% from the field with 3 three's made and secured 6 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance scores with 7 coming on the fast break. Dallas on good ball rotation got shots to fall consistently from the field and did a nice job of keeping turnovers low. They also capitalized much better on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding and executed fast break chances. Moving forward they have to be better in the paint because Memphis did teriffic at clogging the lane. Dallas dialed in 16 points in the paint, pulled up 6 offensive rebounds and entered halftime with a 50-49 lead. Now in the 3rd quarter Justin Holiday would dial up a contested layup but trailed 69-78. Mavs capped off the 3rd by spotting in 38% from the field with 3 three pointers made and racked up 16 of their 26 total points in the paint. Dallas attached 7 on the fast break and got 2 turnovers to go along. The Mavericks seemingly looked flat! From the field and beyond the arc they couldn't get a shot to go in as most of their points came inside the paint. Dallas managed to execute on the fast breaks as well. We now turn our attentions to the 4th, where Holiday dropped in a nice layup while on the run, 87-104. Mavs said good riddance to the 4th quarter by shooting 38% from the field with 2 three pointers made and dialed in 8 points inside the paint. Dallas would utilize 2 fast break points as well. The Mavericks down the stretch could not buy a basket from ethier in the field or behind in the arc. Along with good execution inside in the paint, but fast break opportunities were limited. Mavs ended their night by hauling in 16 points on the fast break, were a combined 12 for 46 from deep and fell off to a 34-35 record.
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Sunday March 12th, 2023: The Lakers during last nights meetings sustained a tough 108-112 loss to the Knicks. The Lakers fall two under .500 and suffered their 35th loss of the year. Dennis Schroder with 3:15 left in the 1st would dial up a mid range jumper thus gaining a 24-18 lead. LA in one shot 47% from the field while making 4 three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. They attached 6 second chance buckets with 5 coming in the fast break. Los Angeles spaced the court with good passes ad it led to quality shots falling from the field. The Lakers executed second chance and fast break opportunities while attacking paint. Unfortunately, they struggled from deep after starting 4 of 11. Then jn the 2nd quarter the Lakers would earn a 7-0 run after Beasley on the run sunk in a layup, 43-44. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Lakers ended the 2nd by shooting 54% from the field with 3 three pointers made and added 20 points in the paint. They acquired 6 on the fast break and had 2 turnivers lost. LA from the field got a high percentage of shots to fall with a couple made three's and were efficient in the paint. The Lakers capitalized on fast break opportunities as well. LA snagged 28 points in the paint, recorded 11 in the fast break and entered halftime facing a 59-62 deficit. Shifting into the 3rd quarter LA would notch a 9-0 run after Schroder knocked in a mid range jumper, 78-77. LA in the 3rd shot 50% from the field and piled up 8 points in the painted area. The Lakers from both ends of the court got quality shots to go in on good ball rotation and were excellent when getting to the paint. They also kept turnovers to a minimum. Heading into the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Rui Hachimura would sink in a turning mid range jumper while fading away, 102-110. LA closed the 4th by posting 48% from the field with no three pointers made and coughed the ball up 3 times. Los Angeles would acquire 14 points in the paint and added 4 on the fast break. The Lakers did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field but they lacked three point shooting and repetitively turned the ball over. The Lakers stashed in 50 paint points, jammed in 25 points on the fast break and fell off to a 33-35 record.
The Knicks survive the surging Lakers after knocking them off 112-108. Knicks snap their three game losing streak and pulled in their 40th win of the season. In the 1st New York would pull ahead by one after Julius Randle hammered down the slam, 26-25. The Knicks through one shot 52% from the field with 2 made three's on 7 attempts and 14 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance scores and 7 in the fast break. The Knicks created separation with good ball movement and from the field they knocked down solid shots. New York did damage on second chance opportunities while executing in the fast breaks and were effective in the paint. However, they lacked three point shooting as they couldn't buy a bucket. In the 2nd quarter Immanuel Quickley would bury a pullup three point jumper and it gave the Knicks a 55-50 lead. The Knicks capped off the 2nd by spotting in 50% from the field while scoring 18 paint points and recorded 7 second chance baksets. Including 6 points in the fast break. New York were getting shots to drop consistently from the field and dominated the paint game. Also, they were excellent on the offensive board as it led easy second chance scores and couldn't be stopped when given a fast break opportunity. Yet three point shooting was poor. New York smeared in 12 second chance buckets with 13 on the fast break, captured 32 points in the paint and slipped into halftime with a 62-59 advantage. Transitioning into quarter 3 New York would gain a 7-0 run after Randle dumped off a pullup three point J, 77-69. This run was due to the defense forcing quick stops and the offense respnded with easy points in transition. New York wrapped up the 3rd by shooting 47% from the field with 3 three's made and racked up 10 points in the paint. The Knicks created open looks with good passes and from the interior they got solid shots to drop. New York ambushed the paint as players cut to the rim and were rarely giving the ball away. We now jump over to the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Randle hit a pullup mid range J and it extended the Knicks lead to 108-99. New York concluded the 4th with 47% shooting from the field and hung in 14 of their 56 total points in the paint. They got 6 fast break scores to go along. New York down the strech knocked down good shots wheather it from the field or long distance. Along with solid execution inside the paint and executed fast break opportunities. Knicks secured 21 fast break points, 14 second chance buckets, scored 9 off the Lakers 11 giveaways and improved to a 40-30 record
Sunday March 12th, 2023: The Lakers during last nights meetings sustained a tough 108-112 loss to the Knicks. The Lakers fall two under .500 and suffered their 35th loss of the year. Dennis Schroder with 3:15 left in the 1st would dial up a mid range jumper thus gaining a 24-18 lead. LA in one shot 47% from the field while making 4 three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. They attached 6 second chance buckets with 5 coming in the fast break. Los Angeles spaced the court with good passes ad it led to quality shots falling from the field. The Lakers executed second chance and fast break opportunities while attacking paint. Unfortunately, they struggled from deep after starting 4 of 11. Then jn the 2nd quarter the Lakers would earn a 7-0 run after Beasley on the run sunk in a layup, 43-44. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Lakers ended the 2nd by shooting 54% from the field with 3 three pointers made and added 20 points in the paint. They acquired 6 on the fast break and had 2 turnivers lost. LA from the field got a high percentage of shots to fall with a couple made three's and were efficient in the paint. The Lakers capitalized on fast break opportunities as well. LA snagged 28 points in the paint, recorded 11 in the fast break and entered halftime facing a 59-62 deficit. Shifting into the 3rd quarter LA would notch a 9-0 run after Schroder knocked in a mid range jumper, 78-77. LA in the 3rd shot 50% from the field and piled up 8 points in the painted area. The Lakers from both ends of the court got quality shots to go in on good ball rotation and were excellent when getting to the paint. They also kept turnovers to a minimum. Heading into the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Rui Hachimura would sink in a turning mid range jumper while fading away, 102-110. LA closed the 4th by posting 48% from the field with no three pointers made and coughed the ball up 3 times. Los Angeles would acquire 14 points in the paint and added 4 on the fast break. The Lakers did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field but they lacked three point shooting and repetitively turned the ball over. The Lakers stashed in 50 paint points, jammed in 25 points on the fast break and fell off to a 33-35 record.
The Knicks survive the surging Lakers after knocking them off 112-108. Knicks snap their three game losing streak and pulled in their 40th win of the season. In the 1st New York would pull ahead by one after Julius Randle hammered down the slam, 26-25. The Knicks through one shot 52% from the field with 2 made three's on 7 attempts and 14 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance scores and 7 in the fast break. The Knicks created separation with good ball movement and from the field they knocked down solid shots. New York did damage on second chance opportunities while executing in the fast breaks and were effective in the paint. However, they lacked three point shooting as they couldn't buy a bucket. In the 2nd quarter Immanuel Quickley would bury a pullup three point jumper and it gave the Knicks a 55-50 lead. The Knicks capped off the 2nd by spotting in 50% from the field while scoring 18 paint points and recorded 7 second chance baksets. Including 6 points in the fast break. New York were getting shots to drop consistently from the field and dominated the paint game. Also, they were excellent on the offensive board as it led easy second chance scores and couldn't be stopped when given a fast break opportunity. Yet three point shooting was poor. New York smeared in 12 second chance buckets with 13 on the fast break, captured 32 points in the paint and slipped into halftime with a 62-59 advantage. Transitioning into quarter 3 New York would gain a 7-0 run after Randle dumped off a pullup three point J, 77-69. This run was due to the defense forcing quick stops and the offense respnded with easy points in transition. New York wrapped up the 3rd by shooting 47% from the field with 3 three's made and racked up 10 points in the paint. The Knicks created open looks with good passes and from the interior they got solid shots to drop. New York ambushed the paint as players cut to the rim and were rarely giving the ball away. We now jump over to the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Randle hit a pullup mid range J and it extended the Knicks lead to 108-99. New York concluded the 4th with 47% shooting from the field and hung in 14 of their 56 total points in the paint. They got 6 fast break scores to go along. New York down the strech knocked down good shots wheather it from the field or long distance. Along with solid execution inside the paint and executed fast break opportunities. Knicks secured 21 fast break points, 14 second chance buckets, scored 9 off the Lakers 11 giveaways and improved to a 40-30 record
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Saturday March 11th, 2023: Curry drops 26 points and the Warriors handle the Bucks in Overtime by a score of 125-116. The Warriors are one above .500 sut 7th place in the West. In the 1st quarter JaMychal Green on a Poole pass would sink in a nicley made layup, 26-21. The Warriors in one shot 42% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. They attached 5 second chance buckets and turned the ball over 4 times. Golden State on excellent ball movement got solid shots to drop from the field and behind the three point line. The Warrios executed second chance opportunities and were effective inside the paint but turnovers were an issues early on. During the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Steoh Curry would bury a stepback three point jumper thus going up 47-41. Golden State ended the 2nd by shooting 36% from the field with 5 three's attached and scored 6 paint points. That includes 6 second chance baksets. The Warriors from both ends of the court got shots to go in consistently and dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets. However, scoring in the paint was tough dur to the middle of the lane getting clogged and gave the ball up one too many times. Warriors would snag 14 points in the painted area, secured 12 second chance baksets and entered halftime with a 50-49 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Klay Thompson dialed up a three point J, 72-65. The Warriors shot 37% from the interior while securing 2 turnovers and racked up 10 points in the paint. The Warriors got 5 second chance buckets to go along. Golden State used screens to generate open looks and it led to quality shots falling. It didnt matter if it was from the field or long distance. Also, they capitalized on second chance opportunities due to good reboudning and were efficient inside the paint. Going into the 4th quarter DiVincenzo would deliver a key three pointer to bring the Warriors within five, 100-105. Keep note that DiVincenzo would tie his career high with 6 three's made. Afterwards, Steoh Curry would hit a much needed three pointer and forced a 111-111 tie. The Warriors shot 39% from the field with 7 three's made and notched 8 points in the paint. That'll include 4 second chance baksets. Golden State knocked in quality shots from the field and hammered Milwaukee's defense beyond the arc. Warriors also did damage in the paint while executing second chqnce scores and rarely gave the ball away. In conclusion, during Overtime Curry with 1:00 left would shake, ratrle and roll his way past the defender and to the hoop gor a nice finger roll layin, 123-116. Warriors in OT shot an overall 40% and added 4 crucial points in the paint. The Warriors down the strech shot the ball extremely well from the field with a couple made three's and attacked the paint effectively as players made good cuts to the rim. The Warriiors finished with 24 second chance buckets, scored 18 points off the Bucks 17 turnovers and moved up to a 34-33 record.
The Bucks falter to the Warriors in Overtime as they went down 116-125. Milwaukee is still currently holding the best record in the NBA and fell to a 20-13 record on the road. The Bucks in quarter 1 would force a late tie after Joe Ingles buried a three point jumper, 21-21. Milwaukee through one shot 41% from the field and scored 12 points in the paint while coughing the ball up 5 times. The Bucks spreaded the ball out to create open looks and were getting quality shots to fall from the field. They capitalized in the paint but struggled in ball protection and were shooting a poor 4 of 12 from deep. Then in the 2nd quarter would notch another tie thanks to Middleton dropping in a pullup three point J, 48-48 with 1:47 left. Milwaukee capped off the 2nd by spotting in 34% from the field while making 5 three pointers and had 2 turnovers lost. They acquired 4 points in the paint and snagged 4 on the fast break. The Bucks got the three ball to fall with good passes and capitalized on fast break opportunities yet points in the paint were shutdown and they struggled to hit mid range jumpers. Bucks dished in 16 paint points, 6 came on the fast break and slipped into halftime down 49-50. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Khris Middleton would lace in a stepback three point jumper and it brought Milwaukee within seven, 61-68. The Bucks said good riddence to the 3rd quarter by knocking in an overall 30% and tallied 14 of their 30 total points in the paint with 3 turnovers added. They recorded 11 fast break points as well. Offensively, Milwaukee still had issues getting shots to drop but made necessary buckets to keep them in the game. Bucks executed much better in the paint and did well on fast break opportunities. Three point shooting was shutdown due to the Warriors forcing tough attempts. In the 4th quarter Milwaukee would earn an 8-0 run after Lopez hit a three point jumper, 100-92. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Bucks in the 4th shot an overall 40% and reeled in 6 points in the paint while losing 5 turnovers. As well as tallying 9 points on the fast bresk. Milwaukee from the field and when going deep were getting shots to drop at a high rate. The Bucks would dominate fast break chances but had problems in the paint and repeatedly turned the ball over. Now in Overtime Middleton woukd drop off a three point jumper, 116-120 Milwaukee shot 43% from the field with 1 three made and pulled in got outscored 14-5. The Bucks in crunch time couldn't get a shot to fall from ethier the field or beyond the arc. Including poor ball security and were held to 0 points in the paint. Bucks hauled in 20 points on the fast break, utilized 28 team assists and dropped off to a 48-18 record.
Saturday March 11th, 2023: Curry drops 26 points and the Warriors handle the Bucks in Overtime by a score of 125-116. The Warriors are one above .500 sut 7th place in the West. In the 1st quarter JaMychal Green on a Poole pass would sink in a nicley made layup, 26-21. The Warriors in one shot 42% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. They attached 5 second chance buckets and turned the ball over 4 times. Golden State on excellent ball movement got solid shots to drop from the field and behind the three point line. The Warrios executed second chance opportunities and were effective inside the paint but turnovers were an issues early on. During the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Steoh Curry would bury a stepback three point jumper thus going up 47-41. Golden State ended the 2nd by shooting 36% from the field with 5 three's attached and scored 6 paint points. That includes 6 second chance baksets. The Warriors from both ends of the court got shots to go in consistently and dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets. However, scoring in the paint was tough dur to the middle of the lane getting clogged and gave the ball up one too many times. Warriors would snag 14 points in the painted area, secured 12 second chance baksets and entered halftime with a 50-49 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Klay Thompson dialed up a three point J, 72-65. The Warriors shot 37% from the interior while securing 2 turnovers and racked up 10 points in the paint. The Warriors got 5 second chance buckets to go along. Golden State used screens to generate open looks and it led to quality shots falling. It didnt matter if it was from the field or long distance. Also, they capitalized on second chance opportunities due to good reboudning and were efficient inside the paint. Going into the 4th quarter DiVincenzo would deliver a key three pointer to bring the Warriors within five, 100-105. Keep note that DiVincenzo would tie his career high with 6 three's made. Afterwards, Steoh Curry would hit a much needed three pointer and forced a 111-111 tie. The Warriors shot 39% from the field with 7 three's made and notched 8 points in the paint. That'll include 4 second chance baksets. Golden State knocked in quality shots from the field and hammered Milwaukee's defense beyond the arc. Warriors also did damage in the paint while executing second chqnce scores and rarely gave the ball away. In conclusion, during Overtime Curry with 1:00 left would shake, ratrle and roll his way past the defender and to the hoop gor a nice finger roll layin, 123-116. Warriors in OT shot an overall 40% and added 4 crucial points in the paint. The Warriors down the strech shot the ball extremely well from the field with a couple made three's and attacked the paint effectively as players made good cuts to the rim. The Warriiors finished with 24 second chance buckets, scored 18 points off the Bucks 17 turnovers and moved up to a 34-33 record.
The Bucks falter to the Warriors in Overtime as they went down 116-125. Milwaukee is still currently holding the best record in the NBA and fell to a 20-13 record on the road. The Bucks in quarter 1 would force a late tie after Joe Ingles buried a three point jumper, 21-21. Milwaukee through one shot 41% from the field and scored 12 points in the paint while coughing the ball up 5 times. The Bucks spreaded the ball out to create open looks and were getting quality shots to fall from the field. They capitalized in the paint but struggled in ball protection and were shooting a poor 4 of 12 from deep. Then in the 2nd quarter would notch another tie thanks to Middleton dropping in a pullup three point J, 48-48 with 1:47 left. Milwaukee capped off the 2nd by spotting in 34% from the field while making 5 three pointers and had 2 turnovers lost. They acquired 4 points in the paint and snagged 4 on the fast break. The Bucks got the three ball to fall with good passes and capitalized on fast break opportunities yet points in the paint were shutdown and they struggled to hit mid range jumpers. Bucks dished in 16 paint points, 6 came on the fast break and slipped into halftime down 49-50. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Khris Middleton would lace in a stepback three point jumper and it brought Milwaukee within seven, 61-68. The Bucks said good riddence to the 3rd quarter by knocking in an overall 30% and tallied 14 of their 30 total points in the paint with 3 turnovers added. They recorded 11 fast break points as well. Offensively, Milwaukee still had issues getting shots to drop but made necessary buckets to keep them in the game. Bucks executed much better in the paint and did well on fast break opportunities. Three point shooting was shutdown due to the Warriors forcing tough attempts. In the 4th quarter Milwaukee would earn an 8-0 run after Lopez hit a three point jumper, 100-92. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Bucks in the 4th shot an overall 40% and reeled in 6 points in the paint while losing 5 turnovers. As well as tallying 9 points on the fast bresk. Milwaukee from the field and when going deep were getting shots to drop at a high rate. The Bucks would dominate fast break chances but had problems in the paint and repeatedly turned the ball over. Now in Overtime Middleton woukd drop off a three point jumper, 116-120 Milwaukee shot 43% from the field with 1 three made and pulled in got outscored 14-5. The Bucks in crunch time couldn't get a shot to fall from ethier the field or beyond the arc. Including poor ball security and were held to 0 points in the paint. Bucks hauled in 20 points on the fast break, utilized 28 team assists and dropped off to a 48-18 record.
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INJURY UPDATE: Kevin Durant expected to miss 3 to 4 weeks of action after suffering a sprained ankle during team warm-ups. Durant is averaging 26.7 in points per game while shooting 69% from the field, 7.3 in rebounding per game and a 3.7 in assists.
INJURY UPDATE: Kevin Durant expected to miss 3 to 4 weeks of action after suffering a sprained ankle during team warm-ups. Durant is averaging 26.7 in points per game while shooting 69% from the field, 7.3 in rebounding per game and a 3.7 in assists.
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Friday March 10th, 2023: Allen leaves gane after getting poked in the eye and the Cavaliers suffer a 113-119 loss to the Heat. The Cavs sit 4th place in the East and have a 5-5 record in ten matchups. Osman with 24 ticks left in the 1st would cur to the rim before knocking in a nicley made layup, 24-27. The Cavs in one shot an overall 50% while scoring 10 points in the paint and gave the ball away 4 times. Cleveland on excellent ball movement were getting high percentage of shots to fall wheather it was from the field or long distance. However, turnovers were somewhat of an issue. During the 2nd quarter Donovan Mitchell would barrel to the rim and knocked down a layup, 55-48. Miami ended the 2nd by posting 41% from the field with 1 three pointer made and racked up 8 points in the paint. They coughed the ball up 7 times and got 4 second chance baksets to go along. The Heat spaced the defense out by utilizing good passes and it led to consistent shots falling from the field. Miami did well in the painted area and dominated second chance buckets but three point shooting remained a problem and constantly gave the ball away. Miami locked in 24 points in the paint, shot 3 of 11 from deep and slipped into halftime withba 59-50 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Caris LeVert off a Rubio assist would nail in a three point jumper, 87-75. Cleveland in the 3rd shot an overall 50% while tallying 10 points in the paint and had 2 turnovers. Cleveland also tacked on 10 second chance buckets. The Cavs from both ends of the court shot the extremely well due to good ball movement and were effective when getting to the paint. Cleveland torched Miami on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores. Eventually, during the 4th quarter Rubio would toss up an alley oop pass to Mobley who hammer down a two handed slam, 112-113. Cavs were in a 6-0 run due to the defense forcing quick stops and the offense responded with easy points in transition. The Cavs concluded the 4th by spotting in 46% from the field and scored 12 of their 42 total points in the paint with 3 three pointers made. Along with turning the ball over 3 times. Cleveland continued to use their screens in order to create separation and from the field they shot the ball effectively Cavs did damage inside the paint and couldn't be stopped when given a second chance opportunity. It's just unfortunate that the Cavs late lacked three point shooting and turned the ball just a tad bit to much. Cavs were outscored 37-26, piled up 17 fast break points and stagers off to a 42-27 record.
Butler scores 35 and the it leads the Miami Heat to a 119-115 Victory, over the Cavaliers. Heat has defeated Cleveland twice in a 3-Day span and are 4-6 in ten games. Heat in the 1st were on a a 7-0 run after Adebayo butied a fading mid range jumper, 27-22. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Heat through one shot 43% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 16 points in the paint. That includes 4 second chance buckets with 4 coming on the fast break. Miami used solid screens to create open looks and from the interior they got quality shots to fall. They executed in the paint while capitalizing on second chance and fast break opportunities. Then dueing the midway stages of the 2nd quarter Kevin Love off the backboard would bank in a fading mid range jumper, 51-48. The Cavs closed out the 3rd by shooting 51% from the field with 3 turnovers lost and dropped 8 points in the paint. The Cavaliers offense from the field got solid shots drop on teriffic movement and punished Miami defense beyond the arc. Cavs executed both second chance and fast break opportunities but performed poorly in the paint after scoring only 2 points. Cavs notched 20 points in the paint, scored 16 points off the Heat's 10 combined turnovers and entered halftime down 50-59. In the late stages of the 3rd quarter Jimmy Butler off a Strus pass laced in a three point jumper, 80-87. Miami wrapped up the 3rd quarter by shooting an overall 40% with 1 turnover and recorded 8 paint points. The Heat from the field and when going deep were getting quality shots to drop on teriffic passing and dominated the paint game as players made good cuts to the rim. Going into the 4th quarter Herro with 1:35 left would down a three point jumper, 113-106. Keep note that Miami's defense at this time started making multiple stops and the offense was able to score quick when in transition. The Heat finalized the 4th by splashing in 51% from the field with 5 made three's and rallied in 8 paint points. As well as giving the ball away 5 out of their 16 total times and added 7 fast break scores. Miami down the stretch managed to knock in shots efficiently from both the field and behind the three point line while attacking the paint effectively. The Heat were also dominate on fast break opportunities but they were somewhat lucky because they struggled in ball protection. Alot of their turnovers came from loss of focus or bad passing at times. Miami secured 46 rebounds with 11 of those coming on the offensive glass, jammed in 40 points in the paint and improved to a 36-32 record.
Friday March 10th, 2023: Allen leaves gane after getting poked in the eye and the Cavaliers suffer a 113-119 loss to the Heat. The Cavs sit 4th place in the East and have a 5-5 record in ten matchups. Osman with 24 ticks left in the 1st would cur to the rim before knocking in a nicley made layup, 24-27. The Cavs in one shot an overall 50% while scoring 10 points in the paint and gave the ball away 4 times. Cleveland on excellent ball movement were getting high percentage of shots to fall wheather it was from the field or long distance. However, turnovers were somewhat of an issue. During the 2nd quarter Donovan Mitchell would barrel to the rim and knocked down a layup, 55-48. Miami ended the 2nd by posting 41% from the field with 1 three pointer made and racked up 8 points in the paint. They coughed the ball up 7 times and got 4 second chance baksets to go along. The Heat spaced the defense out by utilizing good passes and it led to consistent shots falling from the field. Miami did well in the painted area and dominated second chance buckets but three point shooting remained a problem and constantly gave the ball away. Miami locked in 24 points in the paint, shot 3 of 11 from deep and slipped into halftime withba 59-50 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Caris LeVert off a Rubio assist would nail in a three point jumper, 87-75. Cleveland in the 3rd shot an overall 50% while tallying 10 points in the paint and had 2 turnovers. Cleveland also tacked on 10 second chance buckets. The Cavs from both ends of the court shot the extremely well due to good ball movement and were effective when getting to the paint. Cleveland torched Miami on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores. Eventually, during the 4th quarter Rubio would toss up an alley oop pass to Mobley who hammer down a two handed slam, 112-113. Cavs were in a 6-0 run due to the defense forcing quick stops and the offense responded with easy points in transition. The Cavs concluded the 4th by spotting in 46% from the field and scored 12 of their 42 total points in the paint with 3 three pointers made. Along with turning the ball over 3 times. Cleveland continued to use their screens in order to create separation and from the field they shot the ball effectively Cavs did damage inside the paint and couldn't be stopped when given a second chance opportunity. It's just unfortunate that the Cavs late lacked three point shooting and turned the ball just a tad bit to much. Cavs were outscored 37-26, piled up 17 fast break points and stagers off to a 42-27 record.
Butler scores 35 and the it leads the Miami Heat to a 119-115 Victory, over the Cavaliers. Heat has defeated Cleveland twice in a 3-Day span and are 4-6 in ten games. Heat in the 1st were on a a 7-0 run after Adebayo butied a fading mid range jumper, 27-22. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Heat through one shot 43% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 16 points in the paint. That includes 4 second chance buckets with 4 coming on the fast break. Miami used solid screens to create open looks and from the interior they got quality shots to fall. They executed in the paint while capitalizing on second chance and fast break opportunities. Then dueing the midway stages of the 2nd quarter Kevin Love off the backboard would bank in a fading mid range jumper, 51-48. The Cavs closed out the 3rd by shooting 51% from the field with 3 turnovers lost and dropped 8 points in the paint. The Cavaliers offense from the field got solid shots drop on teriffic movement and punished Miami defense beyond the arc. Cavs executed both second chance and fast break opportunities but performed poorly in the paint after scoring only 2 points. Cavs notched 20 points in the paint, scored 16 points off the Heat's 10 combined turnovers and entered halftime down 50-59. In the late stages of the 3rd quarter Jimmy Butler off a Strus pass laced in a three point jumper, 80-87. Miami wrapped up the 3rd quarter by shooting an overall 40% with 1 turnover and recorded 8 paint points. The Heat from the field and when going deep were getting quality shots to drop on teriffic passing and dominated the paint game as players made good cuts to the rim. Going into the 4th quarter Herro with 1:35 left would down a three point jumper, 113-106. Keep note that Miami's defense at this time started making multiple stops and the offense was able to score quick when in transition. The Heat finalized the 4th by splashing in 51% from the field with 5 made three's and rallied in 8 paint points. As well as giving the ball away 5 out of their 16 total times and added 7 fast break scores. Miami down the stretch managed to knock in shots efficiently from both the field and behind the three point line while attacking the paint effectively. The Heat were also dominate on fast break opportunities but they were somewhat lucky because they struggled in ball protection. Alot of their turnovers came from loss of focus or bad passing at times. Miami secured 46 rebounds with 11 of those coming on the offensive glass, jammed in 40 points in the paint and improved to a 36-32 record.
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Wednesday March 8th, 2023: Leonard snags a double double and the Clippers knock off the Raptors 108-100. LA have won their past two ganes in a row and sit 6th in the West. Mason Plumlee in the 1st with 23 seconds left would cut to the rim before hammering down the slam, 17-25. LA through one shot 46% from the field with 0 three pointers made and tallied 12 points in the paint. Including 7 turnovers. The Clippers from the field were getring quakity shots to fall on good ball movement and were efficient inside the paint. Moving forward they need to limit careless mistakes and start making three's. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Terrance Mann would drive his way to the cup before knocking down a nicley made layup, 31-31. LA after that, the Clippers would take their first kead after Leonard hammered down the slam, 43-41. LA wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in 56% from the field while scoring 18 points in the paint and had 3 turnovers lost. They recorded 10 on the fast break. Los Angeles spaced the field with good passes as it led to solid shots falling and were effective when getting to the paint. They executed on fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a low but continued to perform poorly from deep. Clips pulled in 30 paint points, shot 10 of 15 from free throw line and entered halftime tied 49-49. Now in the 3rd quarter LA woukd get off to an 8-0 run after Leonard barreled and hamnered down a the jam, 64-57. This run was set up by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. LA shot a 62% from the field while making 3 three pointers and pulled in 12 points in the paint. Along with adding 6 points on the fast break. Offensively, the Clippers were getting high percentage shots to fall from the field and hammered Toronto's defense from deep. LA stayed effective in the paint and dominated fast break opportunities. As for their defense they did nice job of eliminating the three point line and limited fast break scores. In the end, Kawhi Leonard would add the dagger by jamming in a monster slam which gave LA a 100-85 lead. Los Angeles said good riddence to the 4th by shooting 54% from the field with 2 turnovers attached and gained 12 of their 60 total points in the paint. They acquired 0 three pointers made and hung in The Clippers down the strech freed up space with good passes as it allowed for quality shots to drop from the field and couldn't be stopped in the paint. Also, they dominated second chance buckets on good rebounding but lacked three point shooting and constantly turned the ball over. LA ended with 13 second chance buckets with 20 coming on the fast break, utilized 17 turnovers and improved to a 35-33 record.
The Raptors fall short against the Clippers after suffering a tough 100-108 loss. Toronto sits 9th place in the East and have lost two games in a row. In the 1st quarter Anunoby would lace in a three point jumper and it gave his team a 23-13 lead. The Raptors in one shot 39% from the field with 3 three's made on 7 attempts and scored 12 points in the paint. They added 6 on the fast break as well. The Raptors from the field could barely get a jumper to fall and weren't nearly effective behind the arc but they dominated in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter VanVleet with 1:56 left would splash in three point jumper thus retaking their lead, 44-43. Toronto ended the 2nd by knocking down 12 shots from the field with 4 made three's and racked up 10 points in the paint. The Raptors from both ends of the court got shots to fall consistently and were a force inside the paint. Toronto capitalized on fast break chances but struggled in ball protection. Toronto 22 points in the paint, added 4 on the fast breaks and slipped into the half with a 49-49 tie. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Scottie Barnes would dial up a three point J, 60-65. The Raptors closed out the 3rd quarter by shooting 41% from the field with 3 three pointers made and tallied 18 paint points. Toronto secured 0 points on the fast break and notched 5 turnovers. Toronto on excellent ball movement got solid shots to drop from the field and beyond the arc and were hard to stop inside the paint. However, fast break opportunities were tough to come by. Heading into the 4th quarter Anunoby would rifle in a three point jumper but Toronto still faced an uphill battle, 98-104. The Raptors end the 4th quarter by knocking dow. 38% from the field while snagging 8 points in the paint and turned the ball over 2 out of their 12 total times. Toronto shot the ball extremely well from both the field and when going deep while capitalizing inside the painted area. Yet countless turnovers throughout the entire night and poor fast break scoring would ultamately slow them down. Raptors finished with 42 points in the paint, filed in 15 second chance buckets with 10 coming in the fast break and staggered down to a 32-35 record.
Wednesday March 8th, 2023: Leonard snags a double double and the Clippers knock off the Raptors 108-100. LA have won their past two ganes in a row and sit 6th in the West. Mason Plumlee in the 1st with 23 seconds left would cut to the rim before hammering down the slam, 17-25. LA through one shot 46% from the field with 0 three pointers made and tallied 12 points in the paint. Including 7 turnovers. The Clippers from the field were getring quakity shots to fall on good ball movement and were efficient inside the paint. Moving forward they need to limit careless mistakes and start making three's. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Terrance Mann would drive his way to the cup before knocking down a nicley made layup, 31-31. LA after that, the Clippers would take their first kead after Leonard hammered down the slam, 43-41. LA wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in 56% from the field while scoring 18 points in the paint and had 3 turnovers lost. They recorded 10 on the fast break. Los Angeles spaced the field with good passes as it led to solid shots falling and were effective when getting to the paint. They executed on fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a low but continued to perform poorly from deep. Clips pulled in 30 paint points, shot 10 of 15 from free throw line and entered halftime tied 49-49. Now in the 3rd quarter LA woukd get off to an 8-0 run after Leonard barreled and hamnered down a the jam, 64-57. This run was set up by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. LA shot a 62% from the field while making 3 three pointers and pulled in 12 points in the paint. Along with adding 6 points on the fast break. Offensively, the Clippers were getting high percentage shots to fall from the field and hammered Toronto's defense from deep. LA stayed effective in the paint and dominated fast break opportunities. As for their defense they did nice job of eliminating the three point line and limited fast break scores. In the end, Kawhi Leonard would add the dagger by jamming in a monster slam which gave LA a 100-85 lead. Los Angeles said good riddence to the 4th by shooting 54% from the field with 2 turnovers attached and gained 12 of their 60 total points in the paint. They acquired 0 three pointers made and hung in The Clippers down the strech freed up space with good passes as it allowed for quality shots to drop from the field and couldn't be stopped in the paint. Also, they dominated second chance buckets on good rebounding but lacked three point shooting and constantly turned the ball over. LA ended with 13 second chance buckets with 20 coming on the fast break, utilized 17 turnovers and improved to a 35-33 record.
The Raptors fall short against the Clippers after suffering a tough 100-108 loss. Toronto sits 9th place in the East and have lost two games in a row. In the 1st quarter Anunoby would lace in a three point jumper and it gave his team a 23-13 lead. The Raptors in one shot 39% from the field with 3 three's made on 7 attempts and scored 12 points in the paint. They added 6 on the fast break as well. The Raptors from the field could barely get a jumper to fall and weren't nearly effective behind the arc but they dominated in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter VanVleet with 1:56 left would splash in three point jumper thus retaking their lead, 44-43. Toronto ended the 2nd by knocking down 12 shots from the field with 4 made three's and racked up 10 points in the paint. The Raptors from both ends of the court got shots to fall consistently and were a force inside the paint. Toronto capitalized on fast break chances but struggled in ball protection. Toronto 22 points in the paint, added 4 on the fast breaks and slipped into the half with a 49-49 tie. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Scottie Barnes would dial up a three point J, 60-65. The Raptors closed out the 3rd quarter by shooting 41% from the field with 3 three pointers made and tallied 18 paint points. Toronto secured 0 points on the fast break and notched 5 turnovers. Toronto on excellent ball movement got solid shots to drop from the field and beyond the arc and were hard to stop inside the paint. However, fast break opportunities were tough to come by. Heading into the 4th quarter Anunoby would rifle in a three point jumper but Toronto still faced an uphill battle, 98-104. The Raptors end the 4th quarter by knocking dow. 38% from the field while snagging 8 points in the paint and turned the ball over 2 out of their 12 total times. Toronto shot the ball extremely well from both the field and when going deep while capitalizing inside the painted area. Yet countless turnovers throughout the entire night and poor fast break scoring would ultamately slow them down. Raptors finished with 42 points in the paint, filed in 15 second chance buckets with 10 coming in the fast break and staggered down to a 32-35 record.
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Tuesday March 7th, 2023: Embiid and Maxey were combined for 66 points and it helped the 76ers move past the Timberwolves 117-94. Philly sits 3rd place in the Eastern Conference and have won three games in a row. In the 1st quarter Niang would drop in a pullup mid range jumper, 24-25. Philly in one shot 45% from the field while scoring 8 points in the paint and gave the ball away 4 times. Including 3 three pointers made and added 2 fast break scores. Philadelphia utilized solid screens to help generate open looks and it led to quality shots dropping from the field while executing inside the paint. Going forward they need to limit turnovers and do better when behind the arc. Shifting into the 2nd quarter the Sixers would extend their lead after Embiid dropped in a pullup three point jumper thus going up 50-43. Afterwards, Embiid with 7 seconds left would sink in a three pointer while stepping back, 58-43. Sixers were off to a 15-0 run due to the defense forcing quick stops and it allowed the offense to respond with easy points in transition. Philadelphia closed out the 2nd by spotting in 48% from the field while tallying 16 points in the paint and coughed the ball up twice. Philly acquired 5 points on the fast break with 2 three pointers made. The 76ers from the field got shots to go in on a consistent basis and attacked the paint as players cut the rim. Philly dominated fast break opportunities as well. However, they kept slowing themselves down by carelessly giving the ball away. Philly earned 24 total points in the paint, picked up 7 on the fadt break and entered halftime with a 58-45 lead. Now halfway into the 3rd quarter Tyrese Maxey would lace in a three point jumper and it pushed Philly's lead to 73-53. The Sixers concluded the 3rd quarter by splashing in 48% from the field while making 5 three's and scored 8 of their 32 total points in the paint. Philly would also snag 8 second chance baksets with 2 turnovers added. Philadelphia shot the ball effectively from the field and hammered Minnesota behind the arc while executing in the paint. They dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance opportunities and kept mistakes to a low. In conclusion, Philly late in the 4th would add the dagger thanks to Korkmaz hitting a stepback mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 113-85. This run was let off by quick defensive stops and the offense scored easily in transition. Philadelphia shot 49% from the field with 6 turns and scored 2 points in the paint. They got 5 three's to go down and outscored Minnesota 30-26. The Sixers salted this game away by getting shots to drop consistently from both the field and beyond the arc. A few hiccups would be that they carelessly turned the ball over and points in the paint were shutdown. Sixers handed in 15 total turnovers, scored 36 points in the painted area, defnese blocked 6 shots and improved to a 43-22 record.
The Timberwolves can't crack the 100 point mark and it sent them to a demoralizing 94-117 loss against the 76ers. Minnesota currently stand in 7th place throughout the West and and are 5-5 through ten games. Alexander Walker late in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper and it gave the Timberwolves a 22-17 lead. Minnesota through one shot 42% from the field with 4 made three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. That includes 4 fast break points and 3 turnovers added. Minnesota's offense on terffic ball movement were getting solid shots to fall from the field or long distance. The Timberwolves executed on fast break opportunities and were effective inside the paint but struggled in ball protection. Then in the 2nd quarter Jaden McDaniels would force Minnesota into a tie after hitting a stepback three point jumper, 43-43. Few possessions later Edwards at the buzzer would deliver a nicley made layup, 45-58. The T-Wolves ended the 2nd by shooting an overall 30% and racked up 10 points in the paint with 4 turnovers lost. They secured 0 fast break points to go along. Minnesota at this point had seemingly slowed down a bit. The Timberwolves from the field and when going deep couldn't get a shot to drop as most of theor points came insode the paint. Also, they struggled to record points on the fast break and turned the ball over one too many times. Minnesota in two quarters notched 24 total points in the paint, reeled in 83% from the free thrpw line and ealked into the locker rooms down 45-58. Transitioning into quarter 3 Anthony Edwards from insode the free theow line with over 6 minutes to go would dial up a mid range jumper, 58-73. The Timberwolves wrapped up the 3rd by down 36% from the field with 3 three pointers made and recorded 8 paint points. T-Wolves attached 2 turnovers and scored 7 second chance baksets. Minnesota from both ends of the court were very sloppy as they couldn't get a shot to fall but capitalized on second chance buckets and were efficient when getting inside the paint. Heading into the late stages of the 4th quarter Minnesota would earn a 7-0 run after Laughlin fired in a three point jumper, 92-113. Minnesota said good riddence to the 4th quarter by knocking in 39% from the field with 2 three pointers attached and dialed in 16 paint points. The T-Wolves lost the ball twice and scored 3 points on the fast break. The Timberwolves shot ball much better from the field and excellent inside the paint but they simply lacked three point shooting and had poor ball security throughout the entire night. T-Wolves finished with 42 points in the paint, picked up 10 on the fast break and dropped down to a 34-33 record.
Tuesday March 7th, 2023: Embiid and Maxey were combined for 66 points and it helped the 76ers move past the Timberwolves 117-94. Philly sits 3rd place in the Eastern Conference and have won three games in a row. In the 1st quarter Niang would drop in a pullup mid range jumper, 24-25. Philly in one shot 45% from the field while scoring 8 points in the paint and gave the ball away 4 times. Including 3 three pointers made and added 2 fast break scores. Philadelphia utilized solid screens to help generate open looks and it led to quality shots dropping from the field while executing inside the paint. Going forward they need to limit turnovers and do better when behind the arc. Shifting into the 2nd quarter the Sixers would extend their lead after Embiid dropped in a pullup three point jumper thus going up 50-43. Afterwards, Embiid with 7 seconds left would sink in a three pointer while stepping back, 58-43. Sixers were off to a 15-0 run due to the defense forcing quick stops and it allowed the offense to respond with easy points in transition. Philadelphia closed out the 2nd by spotting in 48% from the field while tallying 16 points in the paint and coughed the ball up twice. Philly acquired 5 points on the fast break with 2 three pointers made. The 76ers from the field got shots to go in on a consistent basis and attacked the paint as players cut the rim. Philly dominated fast break opportunities as well. However, they kept slowing themselves down by carelessly giving the ball away. Philly earned 24 total points in the paint, picked up 7 on the fadt break and entered halftime with a 58-45 lead. Now halfway into the 3rd quarter Tyrese Maxey would lace in a three point jumper and it pushed Philly's lead to 73-53. The Sixers concluded the 3rd quarter by splashing in 48% from the field while making 5 three's and scored 8 of their 32 total points in the paint. Philly would also snag 8 second chance baksets with 2 turnovers added. Philadelphia shot the ball effectively from the field and hammered Minnesota behind the arc while executing in the paint. They dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance opportunities and kept mistakes to a low. In conclusion, Philly late in the 4th would add the dagger thanks to Korkmaz hitting a stepback mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 113-85. This run was let off by quick defensive stops and the offense scored easily in transition. Philadelphia shot 49% from the field with 6 turns and scored 2 points in the paint. They got 5 three's to go down and outscored Minnesota 30-26. The Sixers salted this game away by getting shots to drop consistently from both the field and beyond the arc. A few hiccups would be that they carelessly turned the ball over and points in the paint were shutdown. Sixers handed in 15 total turnovers, scored 36 points in the painted area, defnese blocked 6 shots and improved to a 43-22 record.
The Timberwolves can't crack the 100 point mark and it sent them to a demoralizing 94-117 loss against the 76ers. Minnesota currently stand in 7th place throughout the West and and are 5-5 through ten games. Alexander Walker late in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper and it gave the Timberwolves a 22-17 lead. Minnesota through one shot 42% from the field with 4 made three's and tallied 8 points in the paint. That includes 4 fast break points and 3 turnovers added. Minnesota's offense on terffic ball movement were getting solid shots to fall from the field or long distance. The Timberwolves executed on fast break opportunities and were effective inside the paint but struggled in ball protection. Then in the 2nd quarter Jaden McDaniels would force Minnesota into a tie after hitting a stepback three point jumper, 43-43. Few possessions later Edwards at the buzzer would deliver a nicley made layup, 45-58. The T-Wolves ended the 2nd by shooting an overall 30% and racked up 10 points in the paint with 4 turnovers lost. They secured 0 fast break points to go along. Minnesota at this point had seemingly slowed down a bit. The Timberwolves from the field and when going deep couldn't get a shot to drop as most of theor points came insode the paint. Also, they struggled to record points on the fast break and turned the ball over one too many times. Minnesota in two quarters notched 24 total points in the paint, reeled in 83% from the free thrpw line and ealked into the locker rooms down 45-58. Transitioning into quarter 3 Anthony Edwards from insode the free theow line with over 6 minutes to go would dial up a mid range jumper, 58-73. The Timberwolves wrapped up the 3rd by down 36% from the field with 3 three pointers made and recorded 8 paint points. T-Wolves attached 2 turnovers and scored 7 second chance baksets. Minnesota from both ends of the court were very sloppy as they couldn't get a shot to fall but capitalized on second chance buckets and were efficient when getting inside the paint. Heading into the late stages of the 4th quarter Minnesota would earn a 7-0 run after Laughlin fired in a three point jumper, 92-113. Minnesota said good riddence to the 4th quarter by knocking in 39% from the field with 2 three pointers attached and dialed in 16 paint points. The T-Wolves lost the ball twice and scored 3 points on the fast break. The Timberwolves shot ball much better from the field and excellent inside the paint but they simply lacked three point shooting and had poor ball security throughout the entire night. T-Wolves finished with 42 points in the paint, picked up 10 on the fast break and dropped down to a 34-33 record.
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Monday March 6th, 2023: The Hawks during last nights matchup suffered a disappointing 128-130 loss against the Heat. The Hawks fall one game beneath. 500 and sit 8th place throughout the Eastern Conference with Toronto tailing them by one game. Hawks in the 1st were off to a 7-0 run after Bogdanovic buried running mid rsnge floater, 25-14. This run was sparked by the defense getting stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Atlanta through one shot 79% from the field with 4 made three's on 7 attempts and scored 22 points in the paint. That includes 4 second chance scores and 5 on the fast break. The Hawks on good ball movement got quality shots to fall wheather it came from the field or long distance. They did damage inside the paint while executing both second chance and fast break opportunities. Then during the 2nd quarter John Collins while in the run buried a nice layup, 66-54. Atlanta ended the 2nd shooting 63% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 18 points in the paint. Including 3 fast break scores and 2 turnovers lost. The Hawks continued to create separation with good passes and it allowed for a high percentage of shots to fall from the field. Atlanta were dominate in the paint and executed fast break opportunities. Atlanta secured 38 points in the paint, earned 7 in the fast break and went into halftime ??. In the 3rd quarter Bey with 1:02 would drive to the rim berore sinking in a nicley made layup, 94-92. Atlanta wrapped up the 3rd by shooting 55% from the field and added 14 points in the paint while coughing the ball up twice. They attached 4 second chance baskets as well. The Hawks generated open space with solid passes and it would lead to quality shots falling from the field. They also executed in the paint at a high rate and dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets but had their issues from behind the arc. Transitioning into the 4th Murray with 47 ticks to go would dial up a much needed layup and it brought his team within three, 122-125. Atlanta concluded the 4th by throwing down 54% from the field and notched 18 of their 70 total points in the painted area with 2 three pointers made. The Hawks gained 7 second chance scores and gave the ball up 5 times. The Hawks pushed the ball up courts with good passes and knocked down quality shots from the field. They smothered Miami inside the paint and executed on second chance opportunities but poor three point shooting and constant turnovers is what ultamately slowed them down. Atlanta shot a total 31% from deep, tallied 10 combined turnovers and dropped off to a 32-33 record.
The Heat survive the Hawks after picking up a 130-128 Victory. The Heat are currently standing 7th place in Eastern Conference and have won their past two games in a row. Oladipo in quarter 1 fired a nice pass to Adebayo who hammered down a two handed slam, 22-34. The Heat closed out the 1st by spotting in 55% from the field while scoring 8 points in the paint and turned it over 4 times. Miami from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to drop on excellent ball rotation and attacked the pant. Moving forward they need to limit careless mistakes. During the 2nd quarter Caleb Martin would knock down a contested layup and in the process got fouled to make this a three point play, 58-66. Miami capped off the 2nd by knocking in 54% from the field and racked up 16 paint points with 2 turnovers added. The Heat acquired 4 second chance scores and sunk in 2 total three's. The Heat from the field shot the ball efficiently and were equally effective when getting to the paint. Heat capitalized on second chance buckets but struggled from deep. Miami reeled in 24 total points in the paint, snagged 2 on the fast break and entered halftime ??. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Miami woukd force a late tie after Vincent sunk in a three point jumper, 90-90. The Heat shot an overall 50% while scoring 12 of their 36 total points in the paint and gave the ball away 3 times. Along with adding 6 points on the fast break. Miami shot the ball extremely well from both ends of the court and were efficient inside the paint. Also, they capitalized on fast break chances but had poor ball protection. Heading into the midway stages of the 4th quarter Miami would regain their lead after Martin laced in a three pointer J, 116-113. ??. The Heat said good riddence to the 4th spalshing in 53% from the field with 6 three pointers made and recorded 6 points in the paint. Miami in the 4th. The Heat did a nice job of getting consistent shots to drop from both the field and beyond the arc. Miami was very effective on second chsnce buckets and kept turnovers to a low. One negative would be that they struggled in the paint. Miami captured 42 total points in the paint, notched 12 on the fast break and jumped up to a 35-31 record.
Monday March 6th, 2023: The Hawks during last nights matchup suffered a disappointing 128-130 loss against the Heat. The Hawks fall one game beneath. 500 and sit 8th place throughout the Eastern Conference with Toronto tailing them by one game. Hawks in the 1st were off to a 7-0 run after Bogdanovic buried running mid rsnge floater, 25-14. This run was sparked by the defense getting stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Atlanta through one shot 79% from the field with 4 made three's on 7 attempts and scored 22 points in the paint. That includes 4 second chance scores and 5 on the fast break. The Hawks on good ball movement got quality shots to fall wheather it came from the field or long distance. They did damage inside the paint while executing both second chance and fast break opportunities. Then during the 2nd quarter John Collins while in the run buried a nice layup, 66-54. Atlanta ended the 2nd shooting 63% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 18 points in the paint. Including 3 fast break scores and 2 turnovers lost. The Hawks continued to create separation with good passes and it allowed for a high percentage of shots to fall from the field. Atlanta were dominate in the paint and executed fast break opportunities. Atlanta secured 38 points in the paint, earned 7 in the fast break and went into halftime ??. In the 3rd quarter Bey with 1:02 would drive to the rim berore sinking in a nicley made layup, 94-92. Atlanta wrapped up the 3rd by shooting 55% from the field and added 14 points in the paint while coughing the ball up twice. They attached 4 second chance baskets as well. The Hawks generated open space with solid passes and it would lead to quality shots falling from the field. They also executed in the paint at a high rate and dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance buckets but had their issues from behind the arc. Transitioning into the 4th Murray with 47 ticks to go would dial up a much needed layup and it brought his team within three, 122-125. Atlanta concluded the 4th by throwing down 54% from the field and notched 18 of their 70 total points in the painted area with 2 three pointers made. The Hawks gained 7 second chance scores and gave the ball up 5 times. The Hawks pushed the ball up courts with good passes and knocked down quality shots from the field. They smothered Miami inside the paint and executed on second chance opportunities but poor three point shooting and constant turnovers is what ultamately slowed them down. Atlanta shot a total 31% from deep, tallied 10 combined turnovers and dropped off to a 32-33 record.
The Heat survive the Hawks after picking up a 130-128 Victory. The Heat are currently standing 7th place in Eastern Conference and have won their past two games in a row. Oladipo in quarter 1 fired a nice pass to Adebayo who hammered down a two handed slam, 22-34. The Heat closed out the 1st by spotting in 55% from the field while scoring 8 points in the paint and turned it over 4 times. Miami from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to drop on excellent ball rotation and attacked the pant. Moving forward they need to limit careless mistakes. During the 2nd quarter Caleb Martin would knock down a contested layup and in the process got fouled to make this a three point play, 58-66. Miami capped off the 2nd by knocking in 54% from the field and racked up 16 paint points with 2 turnovers added. The Heat acquired 4 second chance scores and sunk in 2 total three's. The Heat from the field shot the ball efficiently and were equally effective when getting to the paint. Heat capitalized on second chance buckets but struggled from deep. Miami reeled in 24 total points in the paint, snagged 2 on the fast break and entered halftime ??. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Miami woukd force a late tie after Vincent sunk in a three point jumper, 90-90. The Heat shot an overall 50% while scoring 12 of their 36 total points in the paint and gave the ball away 3 times. Along with adding 6 points on the fast break. Miami shot the ball extremely well from both ends of the court and were efficient inside the paint. Also, they capitalized on fast break chances but had poor ball protection. Heading into the midway stages of the 4th quarter Miami would regain their lead after Martin laced in a three pointer J, 116-113. ??. The Heat said good riddence to the 4th spalshing in 53% from the field with 6 three pointers made and recorded 6 points in the paint. Miami in the 4th. The Heat did a nice job of getting consistent shots to drop from both the field and beyond the arc. Miami was very effective on second chsnce buckets and kept turnovers to a low. One negative would be that they struggled in the paint. Miami captured 42 total points in the paint, notched 12 on the fast break and jumped up to a 35-31 record.
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Sunday March 5th, 2023: The Celtics lose a late lead in the 2nd half and sent them to a disappointing 129-131 loss to the Knicks in double Overtime. Boston is currently sitting 2nd place in the East and are atop a 2-Game losing streak. Jayson Tatum in the 1st quarter would move the Celtics ahead after burying a three point jumper, 20-19. The Celtics through one shot 42% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 12 points in the paint. That includes 11 second chsnce buckets with 8 coming on the fast break. Boston late were getting quality shots to fall wheater it was from the field or long distance. They executed on second chance and fast break opportunities while dominating inside the paint. Now in the 2nd quarter Boston would get off to an 8-0 run after Derrick White drive hard to the rim before hammering down the slam and got fouled in the orocess to make this a three point play, 58-54. This run was sparked by the defense forcing turnovers and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Celtics shot 44% from the field with 8 turnovers recorded and pushed in 10 points in the paint. Scraped in 6 fast break scores to go along. The Celtics from the field knocked down solid shots on excellent ball movement and were perfect 9 of 9 from the free throw line. Boston executed on the fast break and were efficient inside the paint yet turnivers were becoming a problem and three point shooting had slowed down. Boston snatched 24 total points in the paint, piled up 18 second chance baksets, added 14 on the fast break and jogged into the half leading 61-54. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Al Horford would splash in a three point jumper thus going up 82-70. Boston capped off quarter 3 by shooting 41% from te field with 6 three pointers made and scored 2 points in the paint. Along with giving the ball away once and recorded 4 second chance buckets. Boston utilized good screens to create separation from their defender and it would lead to quality shots dropping from both ends of the court. The Celtics managed to limit careless mistakes and dominated the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance buckets. Unfortunately, points in the paint were shutdown. Going into the late stages of the 4th quarter Marcus Smart with 19 seconds laced in a three point jumper, 110-111. Eventually, Boston would force OT after Brown hit a turning mid rage jumper with 12 ticks left and got fouled in the process, 113-113. Celtics shot 41% from the field and hauled in 12 points in the paint while sinking in 4 made three's. Boston got shots to go in on a consistent basis and executed inside the paint. Boston seemingly couldn't miss from the field or beyond the arc. That's not all, they managed to dominate second chance opportunities due to good reboudning. Transitioning into the Overtime Horford would dial up a three point J, 121-119. Boston said good riddance to the first OT by knocking in 41% from the field and scored 0 points in the paint with 2 turnovers added. Boston from the interior got quality jumpers to go in but had issues from deep and struggled in the paint. Moving onto the 2nd Overtime Boston shot an overall 30% and scored 2 points in painted area. The Celtics down the stretch missed key shots from both the field and behind the arc. Celtics had paint point eliminated and were outscored 10-8. Boston ended with 42 total points in the paint, scored 29 points off New York's 19 turnovers, added 29 second chance baksets and fell off to a 45-20 record.
Quickley scores 38 points to send the Knicks past the Celtics by a score of 131-129 in double OT. New York is atop a 9-Game win streak and sit 5th place in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks late in the 1st would regain their lead after RJ Barrett sunk in a three point jumper, 22-20. New York ended the 1st by shootimg 45% from the field while snagging 10 poimts in the paint and secured 4 second chance scores. They acquired 4 turnivers and went 5 of 13 from deep. The Knicks on good ball rotation were getting solid shots to fall from the field and behind the arc. New York capitalized in the paint and performed well on second chance opportunities but turnovers were an issue. During the midway point of the 2nd quarter Julius Randle would give New York a small edge after hitting a mid range floater, 54-50. New York shot 47% from the field while gaining 14 of their 24 total points in the paint and coughed the ball up 6 times. They attached 2 points on the fast break and made 0 three pointers. The Knicks used good passes to help free up space and it led to effective shots falling from the field. They capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim but had issues from deep and fast break opportunities were shutdown. New York earned 6 second chance scores while 4 of them came on the fast break, defense forced 5 steals amd entered the half facing a 54-61 deficit. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where the Knicks earned a 7-0 run after Barrett dropped off a nicley made layup, 77-82. Afterwards, Quickley with 36 ticks left would dip his shoulder while charging at the rim and knocked in a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 85-87. The Knicks closed quarter 3 by splashing in 51% from the field while adding 16 points in the paint and pulled in 1 turnover. New York got a high percentage of shots to fall from the field and punished the Boston defense from behind the three point line. They were also efficient when getting to the paint and kept turnovers to a minimum. Later on in the 4th quarter Immanuel Quickley would give New York a little cushion after sinking in mid range floater, 102-94. New York sealed off the 4th by shooting 58% from the field while giving the ball up 6 times ams notched 10 points in the paint. Also, they got New York moved the ball around to help generate open looks and it allowed for solid shots to drop from the field. Knicks attacked the paint extremely well but moving they need to minus mistakes and have to capitalize better from deep. Heading into the first Overtime Quickley would power to the cup before drilling in a game tying layup, 121-121. The Knicks shot 50% from the field with 1 made three and acquired in 2 points in the paint. New York shot the ball effectively from the field and did damage from the free throw line yet points in the paint were limited and they repeatedly turned it over. In the end, during the 2nd OT Quickley would drop off a much needed layup, 128-123. The Knicks shot 49% from the field with 1 turnover and tacked on 2 of their 56 total points down low. New York knocked down shots efficiently from the field on good ball movement and performed well at the charity stripe. Knicks finished 22 of 32 from the free throw line, notched 7 second chance buckets and improved to a 39-27 record.
Sunday March 5th, 2023: The Celtics lose a late lead in the 2nd half and sent them to a disappointing 129-131 loss to the Knicks in double Overtime. Boston is currently sitting 2nd place in the East and are atop a 2-Game losing streak. Jayson Tatum in the 1st quarter would move the Celtics ahead after burying a three point jumper, 20-19. The Celtics through one shot 42% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 12 points in the paint. That includes 11 second chsnce buckets with 8 coming on the fast break. Boston late were getting quality shots to fall wheater it was from the field or long distance. They executed on second chance and fast break opportunities while dominating inside the paint. Now in the 2nd quarter Boston would get off to an 8-0 run after Derrick White drive hard to the rim before hammering down the slam and got fouled in the orocess to make this a three point play, 58-54. This run was sparked by the defense forcing turnovers and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Celtics shot 44% from the field with 8 turnovers recorded and pushed in 10 points in the paint. Scraped in 6 fast break scores to go along. The Celtics from the field knocked down solid shots on excellent ball movement and were perfect 9 of 9 from the free throw line. Boston executed on the fast break and were efficient inside the paint yet turnivers were becoming a problem and three point shooting had slowed down. Boston snatched 24 total points in the paint, piled up 18 second chance baksets, added 14 on the fast break and jogged into the half leading 61-54. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Al Horford would splash in a three point jumper thus going up 82-70. Boston capped off quarter 3 by shooting 41% from te field with 6 three pointers made and scored 2 points in the paint. Along with giving the ball away once and recorded 4 second chance buckets. Boston utilized good screens to create separation from their defender and it would lead to quality shots dropping from both ends of the court. The Celtics managed to limit careless mistakes and dominated the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance buckets. Unfortunately, points in the paint were shutdown. Going into the late stages of the 4th quarter Marcus Smart with 19 seconds laced in a three point jumper, 110-111. Eventually, Boston would force OT after Brown hit a turning mid rage jumper with 12 ticks left and got fouled in the process, 113-113. Celtics shot 41% from the field and hauled in 12 points in the paint while sinking in 4 made three's. Boston got shots to go in on a consistent basis and executed inside the paint. Boston seemingly couldn't miss from the field or beyond the arc. That's not all, they managed to dominate second chance opportunities due to good reboudning. Transitioning into the Overtime Horford would dial up a three point J, 121-119. Boston said good riddance to the first OT by knocking in 41% from the field and scored 0 points in the paint with 2 turnovers added. Boston from the interior got quality jumpers to go in but had issues from deep and struggled in the paint. Moving onto the 2nd Overtime Boston shot an overall 30% and scored 2 points in painted area. The Celtics down the stretch missed key shots from both the field and behind the arc. Celtics had paint point eliminated and were outscored 10-8. Boston ended with 42 total points in the paint, scored 29 points off New York's 19 turnovers, added 29 second chance baksets and fell off to a 45-20 record.
Quickley scores 38 points to send the Knicks past the Celtics by a score of 131-129 in double OT. New York is atop a 9-Game win streak and sit 5th place in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks late in the 1st would regain their lead after RJ Barrett sunk in a three point jumper, 22-20. New York ended the 1st by shootimg 45% from the field while snagging 10 poimts in the paint and secured 4 second chance scores. They acquired 4 turnivers and went 5 of 13 from deep. The Knicks on good ball rotation were getting solid shots to fall from the field and behind the arc. New York capitalized in the paint and performed well on second chance opportunities but turnovers were an issue. During the midway point of the 2nd quarter Julius Randle would give New York a small edge after hitting a mid range floater, 54-50. New York shot 47% from the field while gaining 14 of their 24 total points in the paint and coughed the ball up 6 times. They attached 2 points on the fast break and made 0 three pointers. The Knicks used good passes to help free up space and it led to effective shots falling from the field. They capitalized in the paint as players cut to the rim but had issues from deep and fast break opportunities were shutdown. New York earned 6 second chance scores while 4 of them came on the fast break, defense forced 5 steals amd entered the half facing a 54-61 deficit. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where the Knicks earned a 7-0 run after Barrett dropped off a nicley made layup, 77-82. Afterwards, Quickley with 36 ticks left would dip his shoulder while charging at the rim and knocked in a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 85-87. The Knicks closed quarter 3 by splashing in 51% from the field while adding 16 points in the paint and pulled in 1 turnover. New York got a high percentage of shots to fall from the field and punished the Boston defense from behind the three point line. They were also efficient when getting to the paint and kept turnovers to a minimum. Later on in the 4th quarter Immanuel Quickley would give New York a little cushion after sinking in mid range floater, 102-94. New York sealed off the 4th by shooting 58% from the field while giving the ball up 6 times ams notched 10 points in the paint. Also, they got New York moved the ball around to help generate open looks and it allowed for solid shots to drop from the field. Knicks attacked the paint extremely well but moving they need to minus mistakes and have to capitalize better from deep. Heading into the first Overtime Quickley would power to the cup before drilling in a game tying layup, 121-121. The Knicks shot 50% from the field with 1 made three and acquired in 2 points in the paint. New York shot the ball effectively from the field and did damage from the free throw line yet points in the paint were limited and they repeatedly turned it over. In the end, during the 2nd OT Quickley would drop off a much needed layup, 128-123. The Knicks shot 49% from the field with 1 turnover and tacked on 2 of their 56 total points down low. New York knocked down shots efficiently from the field on good ball movement and performed well at the charity stripe. Knicks finished 22 of 32 from the free throw line, notched 7 second chance buckets and improved to a 39-27 record.
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INJURY UPDATE: LeBron James will be out for at least 3 weeks due to a tendon injury in his right foot. This was suffered against the Mavericks after seciring a 111-108 win back on Monday. Now LeBron James injury occurred during the 3rd quarter after driving hard to the paint on Powell but as he came down he would land awkwardly on his foot and it took him a minute to move around. Momemts after, James would be seen walking with a limp. LeBron James in 2023 is averaging 29.5 in points per game while shooting 50% from the field, 8.4 in rebounding and a 6.9 in assists.
INJURY UPDATE: LeBron James will be out for at least 3 weeks due to a tendon injury in his right foot. This was suffered against the Mavericks after seciring a 111-108 win back on Monday. Now LeBron James injury occurred during the 3rd quarter after driving hard to the paint on Powell but as he came down he would land awkwardly on his foot and it took him a minute to move around. Momemts after, James would be seen walking with a limp. LeBron James in 2023 is averaging 29.5 in points per game while shooting 50% from the field, 8.4 in rebounding and a 6.9 in assists.
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Thursday March 2nd, 2023: Irving and Doncic were combined for 82 points and it led the Mavericks past the 76ers by a score of 133-126. Dallas moved two games above .500 and sit 6th place theoughout the Western Conference. Kyrie Irving in the 1st quarter was starting to heat up after lacing in a three point junpers 20-17. This would be Irving's 10th point of the night so far. Afterwards, Luka Doncic late would splash in a stepback three point jumper, 38-33. Mavs in one shot 63% from the field while while scoring 10 points in the paint with 3 turnovers added. They recorded 5 on the fast break and were 8 of 11 from behind the arc. The Mavericks from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall consistently and were efficient inside the paint. Dallas dominated fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a low. In the 2nd quarter with over 3 minutes to go Irving would find Josh Green in the corner for a nicley made three, 65-60. The Mavs ended the 2nd by spotting in 55% from the field with 4 three pointers made and tallied 12 points in the paint. Including 4 second chance buckets. Dallas used excellent ball rotation to free up space and it allowed for a high percentage of shots to fall. It didnt matter if it was from the field or behind the the three point line. The Mavericks would dominate second chance buckets and were effective in the paint. Mavs nabbed 22 combined points in the paint, shot 9 of 14 from the free thrpw line and entered halftime ??. Heading into the 3rd quarter Luka Doncic would dial up a stepback three point jumper and it pushed his teams lead to 107-82. Keep in mind that this would be the Mavs 21st made three on 38 attempts. The Mavs closed out the 3rd quarter by shooting an overall 50% while notching 8 points in the paint and had 2 turnovers lost. The Mavericks from both ends of the court were knocking down shots effectively and capitalized in the paint. Dallas did a nice job of executing on second chance and fast break opportunities while keeping turnovers to a minimum. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Kyrie Irving would bury a deep three point jumper thus gaining a 116-108 lead. The Mavericks concluded the 4th by latching in 55% shooting from the field with 6 turnovers and recorded 4 points in the paint. The Mavs snatched 8 on the fast break and made 4 three's. Dallas created confusion to the defense by delivering good passes, and it would lead to quality shots falling wheater ther it came from to the field or beyond to the arc, while remaining excellent on fast break opportunities. Although, they had issues in to the paint due to the defnese clogging to the middle of to the lane, and were turnover machines. Mavs ended with 34 paint points, snagged 17 fast break scores and jumped up to a 33-31 record.
The 76ers get dealt a 126-133 loss to the Mavericks. Philly looses 22nd game of the season and sit 3rd in the East. James Harden in the 1st quarter would respond with a stepback three pointer of his own and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 37-38. Philly theough one shot 61% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance buckets and gave the ball up 3 times. The 76ers offense on good ball movement got quality shots to drop wheather it was from the field or long distance. Also, they executed inside the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities. Shifting into the 2nd quarter James Harden would barrel to the cup for a nice layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point possession, 66-65. Philly shot 62% from the field with 1 made three and racked up 16 of their 32 total points in the paint. They acquired 7 points in the fast break. Philadelphia continuted to ambush the paint as players cut to the rim on good passes and from the field they got solid shots to fall. However, they lacked three point
shooting and repeatedly turned the ball over.
Philly scored 9 total points on the fast break, snatched 20 team rebounds and slipped into halftime trailing??. Eventually, Joel Embiid would drive his way to the cup before sinking in a contested layup, 77-94. Philly shot 55% from the field while lacing in 3 three pointers and snagged 6 points in the paint. They attached 2 turnovers to go along. The 76ers managed to get solid shots to fall from the field but performed poorly in the paint and couldn't buy a bakset from deep. Going into the 4th quarter James Harden in transition would spot up a three point jumper, 124-131. Sixers were on a 9-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and offense scored quickly in transition. Philadelphia shot 57% from the field with 22 paint points included and gave the ball up 4 times. Sixers secured 13 fast break scores and trounced Dallas 35-23. The Sixers continuously struggled from deep and turned the ball over one too many times but they got quality shots to go in from the field and were dominate inside the paint. They hammered Dallas when it came to capitalizing on fast break chances as well. Philly finished with 60 total points in the paint, scored 23 on the fast break and dropped off to a 40-22 record.
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Wednesday March 1st, 2023: The Trail Blazers during last night's matchup suffered a 110-121 loss to the Pelicans. Portland is riding two consecutive losses in a row and are currently four games beneath .500. In quarter number 1 Reddish would get to the rim for a beauty of a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 28-25. Portland in one shot 46% from the field while racking up 14 poimts in the paint and went 4 of 12 from deep. That includes 7 second chance buckets on 4 rebounds and coughed the ball up 5 times. The Trail Blazers from the field were getting quality shots to fall in good ball movement and were effective inside the paint. Portland executed second chance opportunities and were perfect at the free throw line. However, they lacked three point shooting and repeatedly turned the ball over. Later on in the 2nd quarter Damian Lillard late would bury a three point jumper and it gave his team a 53-49 advantage. Portland in the 2nd shot 43% from the field with 4 made three's and scraped up 10 points in the paint. They recorded 2 turnovers as well. The Blazers spaced the field with excellent ball rotation and it led to solid shots falling. They a did a little bit better from deep with 4 made three's while being effective in the paint and capitalized on fast break chances yet they needed to execute better on second chance buckets. Portland snatched in 24 paint points, gave the ball up 8 times and slipped into the half with a 56-53 lead. We now turn our attentions to the late stages of the 3rd quarter, where Lillard sunk in a mid range floater thus going up 84-80. Portland closed out the 3rd by knocking down 45% from the field with 2 turns acquired and reeled in 8 points in the paint. Blazers attached 0 points on the fast break. Portland created separation with precsion passing and attacked the paint well. They limited turnovers but struggled to score in transition. Portland wrapped up the 4th quarter by knocking in 44% from the floor with 1 three pointer made and snagged 14 points in the paint. Pels gave the ball away 4 times and secured 0 fast break points. The Trail Blazers in crunch time were able to generate open looks with good passes and it allowed for quality shots to drop from the field but poor three point shooting and constant turnovers would be their downfall. The Blazers ended with 46 points in the paint, 14 turns and dropped off to a 29-33 record.
Ingram scores 40 and the Pelicans secure a 121-110 win against the Trail Blazers. New Orleans is 11-21 on the road and sit 3rd place in the Southwest Division. Pels through the first 12 minutes shot 39% from the field with 1 made three and scored 10 points in the paint. Including 2 turnovers and were 10 of 10 at the charity stripe. The Pelicans were struggling to get shots to go in wheather it was from the field or behind the arc. A few positives that New Orleans can build off of is their excellent free throw shooting and did quality damage inside the paint. Now in quarter 2 Brandon Ingram would spot up a nice mid range jumper, 51-53. Pels capped off quarter 2 by shooting 44% from the field while adding 16 paint points and secured 2 on the fast break. The Pelicans shot ball extremely from the field and dominated the paint game but turnovers were a big issue and fast break opportunities were shutdown. Pels notched in 26 total points in the paint, secured 4 on the fast break and entered halftime facing a 53-56 deficit. Shifting into the 3rd quarter the Pelicans would go in an 8-0 run after Josh Richardson buried a three point jumper, 67-67. Thus run was sparked by the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Afterwards, Ingram with 46 ticks left would drop off a fading mid range jumper, 88-87. This was the Pels first lead. New Orleans shot 50% from the field while posting 4 made three's and scored 18 of their 44 total points in the paint. The Pelicans from te field and when going deep were able to get solid shots to drop and were efficient in the paint. Also, they kept turnovers to a minimum. In the 4th quarter Marshall off a McCollum pass woukd sink in a nicley made layup, 109-99. New Orleans concluded the 4th quarter by spotting in 51% from the field while scoring 12 in the paint and got 0 turnovers to go along. Pelicans dished in 9 second chance buckets with 4 coming on the fast break. The Pelicans down the strech shot the ball efficiently well from the field and ambushed the paint on almost every possession. New Orleans dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance scores and executed the fast breaks. Pels outscored Portland 31-19 in the 4th, finished with 16 paint points and improved to a 31-32 record.
Wednesday March 1st, 2023: The Trail Blazers during last night's matchup suffered a 110-121 loss to the Pelicans. Portland is riding two consecutive losses in a row and are currently four games beneath .500. In quarter number 1 Reddish would get to the rim for a beauty of a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 28-25. Portland in one shot 46% from the field while racking up 14 poimts in the paint and went 4 of 12 from deep. That includes 7 second chance buckets on 4 rebounds and coughed the ball up 5 times. The Trail Blazers from the field were getting quality shots to fall in good ball movement and were effective inside the paint. Portland executed second chance opportunities and were perfect at the free throw line. However, they lacked three point shooting and repeatedly turned the ball over. Later on in the 2nd quarter Damian Lillard late would bury a three point jumper and it gave his team a 53-49 advantage. Portland in the 2nd shot 43% from the field with 4 made three's and scraped up 10 points in the paint. They recorded 2 turnovers as well. The Blazers spaced the field with excellent ball rotation and it led to solid shots falling. They a did a little bit better from deep with 4 made three's while being effective in the paint and capitalized on fast break chances yet they needed to execute better on second chance buckets. Portland snatched in 24 paint points, gave the ball up 8 times and slipped into the half with a 56-53 lead. We now turn our attentions to the late stages of the 3rd quarter, where Lillard sunk in a mid range floater thus going up 84-80. Portland closed out the 3rd by knocking down 45% from the field with 2 turns acquired and reeled in 8 points in the paint. Blazers attached 0 points on the fast break. Portland created separation with precsion passing and attacked the paint well. They limited turnovers but struggled to score in transition. Portland wrapped up the 4th quarter by knocking in 44% from the floor with 1 three pointer made and snagged 14 points in the paint. Pels gave the ball away 4 times and secured 0 fast break points. The Trail Blazers in crunch time were able to generate open looks with good passes and it allowed for quality shots to drop from the field but poor three point shooting and constant turnovers would be their downfall. The Blazers ended with 46 points in the paint, 14 turns and dropped off to a 29-33 record.
Ingram scores 40 and the Pelicans secure a 121-110 win against the Trail Blazers. New Orleans is 11-21 on the road and sit 3rd place in the Southwest Division. Pels through the first 12 minutes shot 39% from the field with 1 made three and scored 10 points in the paint. Including 2 turnovers and were 10 of 10 at the charity stripe. The Pelicans were struggling to get shots to go in wheather it was from the field or behind the arc. A few positives that New Orleans can build off of is their excellent free throw shooting and did quality damage inside the paint. Now in quarter 2 Brandon Ingram would spot up a nice mid range jumper, 51-53. Pels capped off quarter 2 by shooting 44% from the field while adding 16 paint points and secured 2 on the fast break. The Pelicans shot ball extremely from the field and dominated the paint game but turnovers were a big issue and fast break opportunities were shutdown. Pels notched in 26 total points in the paint, secured 4 on the fast break and entered halftime facing a 53-56 deficit. Shifting into the 3rd quarter the Pelicans would go in an 8-0 run after Josh Richardson buried a three point jumper, 67-67. Thus run was sparked by the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Afterwards, Ingram with 46 ticks left would drop off a fading mid range jumper, 88-87. This was the Pels first lead. New Orleans shot 50% from the field while posting 4 made three's and scored 18 of their 44 total points in the paint. The Pelicans from te field and when going deep were able to get solid shots to drop and were efficient in the paint. Also, they kept turnovers to a minimum. In the 4th quarter Marshall off a McCollum pass woukd sink in a nicley made layup, 109-99. New Orleans concluded the 4th quarter by spotting in 51% from the field while scoring 12 in the paint and got 0 turnovers to go along. Pelicans dished in 9 second chance buckets with 4 coming on the fast break. The Pelicans down the strech shot the ball efficiently well from the field and ambushed the paint on almost every possession. New Orleans dominated the offensive board as it led to easy second chance scores and executed the fast breaks. Pels outscored Portland 31-19 in the 4th, finished with 16 paint points and improved to a 31-32 record.
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INJURY UPDATE: LaMelo Ball will miss most of this season due to suffering a fracture on his right foot during a 117-106 win against the Pistons. Now LaMelo Ball in the 1st quarter was trying to shake and bake his defender before rolling his ankle on a stepback attempt. Ball for awhile had some issues getting up and waited on the court until help arrived. Ball is averaging 23.3 in points per game, snagged an 8.4 in rebounds and a 6.4 in assists. He is shooting 41% from the field and 37% when going deep.
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BREAKING: The Atlanta Hawks have hired their newest Head Coach in Quinn Snyder who use to be on the Utah Jazz before resignation. Now Quinn Snyder before his departure led the Jazz to a 52-20 record which was best in the Western Conference but theybwere eliminated in the 2nd round by the Clipers.
INJURY UPDATE: LaMelo Ball will miss most of this season due to suffering a fracture on his right foot during a 117-106 win against the Pistons. Now LaMelo Ball in the 1st quarter was trying to shake and bake his defender before rolling his ankle on a stepback attempt. Ball for awhile had some issues getting up and waited on the court until help arrived. Ball is averaging 23.3 in points per game, snagged an 8.4 in rebounds and a 6.4 in assists. He is shooting 41% from the field and 37% when going deep.
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BREAKING: The Atlanta Hawks have hired their newest Head Coach in Quinn Snyder who use to be on the Utah Jazz before resignation. Now Quinn Snyder before his departure led the Jazz to a 52-20 record which was best in the Western Conference but theybwere eliminated in the 2nd round by the Clipers.
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Sunday February 26th, 2023: The Lakers rallied back from a 27 point deficit to knock off the Mavericks 111-108. Lakers on the road improve to 14-18 and are ridikg a 3-Game win streak. In the 1st LeBron James would dip his shoulder on his way to the rim and jammed in a beautiful layup, 15-20. The Lakers ended the 1st quarter by shooting 23% from the field with 0 made three's and scored 12 points in the paint. Including 4 second chance buckets and added 5 on the fast break. Lakers manly did their damage when getting to the paint while capitalizing on second chsnce and fast break opportunities but for the most part they couldn't get a basket to drop from the field and when going deep. In the 2nd quarter Anthony Davis from the baseline would knock down a turning mid range jumper, 31-53. Lakers after that, Beasley with 20 ticks left would lace in a three point jumper 47-61. Lakers capped off the 2nd by spotting in 32% from the field and raked up 10 of their 24 total points in the paint while turning the rock over 3 times. LA recorded 4 second chance buckets with 7 coming on the fast break. The Lakers from the field were having issues in getting mid range jumpers and three's to fall as they generated most of their points in the paint while being effective on second chance opportunities and domianted fast breaks. Lakers shot 75% from the free throw line, secured 10 team assists and slipped into halftime facing a 47-61 deficit. During the 3rd quarter Rui Hachimura would cut to the paint before sonking in a nice layup, 76-79. Lakers wrapped up the 3rd by shooting 39% from the field while adding in 22 total points in the paint and were 3 for 26 from deep. They reeled in 4 second chance baksets with 7 being on the fast break. LA shot the ball extremely well from the field and were efficient inside the paint. Lakers capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities but they lacked three point shooting. We now turn our attentions to 4th quarter, where James barreld to the cup before knocking in a nicley made layup, 83-81. Eventually, Los Angeles would add the dagger after Davis hit a fading mid range jumper, 108-105. LA said good riddence to the 4th as they sunk in 43% from the field with 3 three pointers made and secured 16 of their 62 total points in the paint. LA acquired 6 second chance buckets while 5 came on the fast break. Lakers down the stretch were getting critical shots to drop from the field or long distance and did a great job of ambushing the paint. Los Angeles also hurt Dallas on second chance buckets and were excellent in transition. Lakers finished with 73% at the free throw line, gained 24 total points on the fast break and improved to a 29-32 record.
The Mavericks falter to the Lakers after suffering a 108-111 loss. Mavs are two games above .500 and stand 6th in the Western Conference. In quarter 1 Doncic off the glass hit a mid range floater, 20-13. The Mavericks in the first 12 minutes shot 46% from the field with 7 made three's and tallied 4 points in the paint. They coughed the ball up 3 times and racked up 5 fast break scores. Dallas created separation by delivering nice passes and it led to quality shots falling wheather it be from the field or behind the arc. Makes executed fast break opportunities but they performed poorly in the paint and turned the ball over. Then in the 2nd quarter Markeiff Morris off a Irving pass would drop in a nicley made three, 53-27. Dallas in the 2nd shot 47% from the field while tallying 10 points in the paint with 5 made three's. That includes 8 points on the fast break and outscored LA. The Mavs used good ball movement to free up space and consistently got shots to fall from both ends of the court. Also, they continued to dominate fast break chances and capitalized inside the paint. Dallas shot 71% from the charity stripe, snagged 13 total fast break points and entered the half with a 61-47 lead. Shifting into quarter 3 Luka Doncic would drive hard to the cup for a contested finger roll layin, 69-53. The Mavs in the 3rd shot an overall 40% and scored 8 of their 22 total points in the paint with 5 turns attached. Along with snagging 6 fast break points. Dallas from the field got solid shots to go in on quality passes and hammered LA from beyond the arc. Mavericks at a high rate executed on the fast break but turnovers were starting to mount. Heading into the late stages of the 4th quarter Justin Holiday would bury a three pointer and it brought his team within one, 108-109. Mavs posted 41% from the field and recorded 10 points in the paint with 1 turnover lost. Dallas put up 0 fast break points and were accountable for 6 second chance baksets. The Mavericks' offense managed to shoot the ball effectively, whether it came from the field or behind the three point line. Mavs punished LA in the paint and were dominated on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores, yet they had fast break chances shutdown. Mavs finished with 32 combined points in the paint, had 16 turnovers throughout the night and dropped off to a 32-30 record.
Sunday February 26th, 2023: The Lakers rallied back from a 27 point deficit to knock off the Mavericks 111-108. Lakers on the road improve to 14-18 and are ridikg a 3-Game win streak. In the 1st LeBron James would dip his shoulder on his way to the rim and jammed in a beautiful layup, 15-20. The Lakers ended the 1st quarter by shooting 23% from the field with 0 made three's and scored 12 points in the paint. Including 4 second chance buckets and added 5 on the fast break. Lakers manly did their damage when getting to the paint while capitalizing on second chsnce and fast break opportunities but for the most part they couldn't get a basket to drop from the field and when going deep. In the 2nd quarter Anthony Davis from the baseline would knock down a turning mid range jumper, 31-53. Lakers after that, Beasley with 20 ticks left would lace in a three point jumper 47-61. Lakers capped off the 2nd by spotting in 32% from the field and raked up 10 of their 24 total points in the paint while turning the rock over 3 times. LA recorded 4 second chance buckets with 7 coming on the fast break. The Lakers from the field were having issues in getting mid range jumpers and three's to fall as they generated most of their points in the paint while being effective on second chance opportunities and domianted fast breaks. Lakers shot 75% from the free throw line, secured 10 team assists and slipped into halftime facing a 47-61 deficit. During the 3rd quarter Rui Hachimura would cut to the paint before sonking in a nice layup, 76-79. Lakers wrapped up the 3rd by shooting 39% from the field while adding in 22 total points in the paint and were 3 for 26 from deep. They reeled in 4 second chance baksets with 7 being on the fast break. LA shot the ball extremely well from the field and were efficient inside the paint. Lakers capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities but they lacked three point shooting. We now turn our attentions to 4th quarter, where James barreld to the cup before knocking in a nicley made layup, 83-81. Eventually, Los Angeles would add the dagger after Davis hit a fading mid range jumper, 108-105. LA said good riddence to the 4th as they sunk in 43% from the field with 3 three pointers made and secured 16 of their 62 total points in the paint. LA acquired 6 second chance buckets while 5 came on the fast break. Lakers down the stretch were getting critical shots to drop from the field or long distance and did a great job of ambushing the paint. Los Angeles also hurt Dallas on second chance buckets and were excellent in transition. Lakers finished with 73% at the free throw line, gained 24 total points on the fast break and improved to a 29-32 record.
The Mavericks falter to the Lakers after suffering a 108-111 loss. Mavs are two games above .500 and stand 6th in the Western Conference. In quarter 1 Doncic off the glass hit a mid range floater, 20-13. The Mavericks in the first 12 minutes shot 46% from the field with 7 made three's and tallied 4 points in the paint. They coughed the ball up 3 times and racked up 5 fast break scores. Dallas created separation by delivering nice passes and it led to quality shots falling wheather it be from the field or behind the arc. Makes executed fast break opportunities but they performed poorly in the paint and turned the ball over. Then in the 2nd quarter Markeiff Morris off a Irving pass would drop in a nicley made three, 53-27. Dallas in the 2nd shot 47% from the field while tallying 10 points in the paint with 5 made three's. That includes 8 points on the fast break and outscored LA. The Mavs used good ball movement to free up space and consistently got shots to fall from both ends of the court. Also, they continued to dominate fast break chances and capitalized inside the paint. Dallas shot 71% from the charity stripe, snagged 13 total fast break points and entered the half with a 61-47 lead. Shifting into quarter 3 Luka Doncic would drive hard to the cup for a contested finger roll layin, 69-53. The Mavs in the 3rd shot an overall 40% and scored 8 of their 22 total points in the paint with 5 turns attached. Along with snagging 6 fast break points. Dallas from the field got solid shots to go in on quality passes and hammered LA from beyond the arc. Mavericks at a high rate executed on the fast break but turnovers were starting to mount. Heading into the late stages of the 4th quarter Justin Holiday would bury a three pointer and it brought his team within one, 108-109. Mavs posted 41% from the field and recorded 10 points in the paint with 1 turnover lost. Dallas put up 0 fast break points and were accountable for 6 second chance baksets. The Mavericks' offense managed to shoot the ball effectively, whether it came from the field or behind the three point line. Mavs punished LA in the paint and were dominated on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores, yet they had fast break chances shutdown. Mavs finished with 32 combined points in the paint, had 16 turnovers throughout the night and dropped off to a 32-30 record.
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Saturday February 25th, 2023:The Magic shot 30% or lower and it led them to a tough 115-124 loss to the Pacers. Orlando currently stands 13th place throughout the East and are 15-16 when playing at home. Banchero in the 1st with 58 seconds left would dial up a nicley made layup, 21-24. Magic in the first 12 minutes shot 43% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. Including 4 giveaways. The Magic on excellent ball movement were able to knock down quality shots from the field and were efficient inside the paint but they were slowed down by carelessly turning the ball over and struggled from deep. During the 2nd quarter Banchero would receive a pass from Cole Anthony before knocking down a layup, 40-40 with 5:33 left. Couple possessions later Fultz would dip the shoulder and drove to the rim for a beauty of a layup, 50-51. Magic in the 2nd shot 39% from the field while adding 14 points in the paint and secured 5 second chance buckets. Orlando on the field had issues getting mid range jumpers to drop and continued their three poimt problems but they did most of their damage in the paint and dominated second chance scoring due to good rebounding. Magic altogether scored 30 points in the paint, shot 12 for 14 from the charity stripe and took a 52-51 lead into halftime. Going into late stages of the 3rd quarter Anthony with 1:06 to go would lace in a fading mid range jumper, 74-79. Magic ended the 3rd by shooting 36% from the field while sinking in 1 made three and racked up 12 of their 42 total points in the paint. They got 5 turnovers to go along. The Magic's offense seemingly looked flat considering they couldn't get a shot to drop from the field or beyond the arc and consistently gave the ball away. One positive was that they capitalized in the paint at a high rate. Now in the 4th quarter with 1:04 to go Jalen Suggs would fire in a three point jumper but the team still trailed 105-119. Magic shot 38% from the floor while posting 14 of their 52 total points in the paint and put up 2 fast break scores. Orlando from the interior were still having issues in getting mid range jumpers and three pointers to drop as they generated most of their points when scoring in the paint. Magic also dominated on the fast break. Magic would add a combined 15 points on the fast break, had 13 turnovers throughout the entire game and dropped down to a 25-36 record.
Myles Turner scored 24 points and it led the Pacers to a 121-108 win against the Orlando Magic. Pacers improve to 9-20 when on the road and are 12th place in the Eastern Conference. Jordan Nwora in the 1st quarter would drop in a nice mid range J, 22-19. Indiana spotted in an overall 30% and scored 6 points in the paint with 1 turnover added. That includes 7 fast break scores and 100% shooting from the charity stripe. The Pacers for the most part had trouble getting shots to fall weather it was from the field or behind the arc. They struggled in the paint as well due to the defense clogging the middle of the lane but executed fast break opportunities and were effective at the free throw line. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Aaron Nesmith would drive to the rim to sink in a layup off a Tyrese Haliburton pass, 44-46. Afterwards, Nesmith would drill in a layup and it gave his team a 51-48 lead. Pacers shot 38% from the field and tallied 18 points in the paint while giving the ball up once. Indiana snagged 5 second chsnce scores with 6 coming on the fast break. The Pacers freed up space by using good passes and from the field they got solid shots to fall. Indiana executed much better in the paint while capitalizing on second chance and fast break opportunities but had problems from downtown. Pacers were 7 of 10 from the free throw line, scored 24 paint points and entered halftime facing a 51-52 one point deficit. We now turn out attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Nwora buried a contested layup and it pushed the Pacers to a 79-72 lead. Pacers were spalshing 43% from the field and reeled in 5 three pointers made while raking in 16 paint points. They acquired 3 turnovers as well. The Pacers distributed the ball to create open looks and it led to positive shots falling from the field and behind the three point line. Also, they dominated inside the paint as players cut to the rim and were excellent at the free throw line. In the end, Myles Turner would deliver a game clinching three, 119-99. Indiana posted 48% shooting from the field and pulled in 16 points in the paint with 2 turns acquired. They've added in 11 fast break scores and trounced Orlando 39-34. The Pacers from both ends of the court were consistently getting shots to go in while punishing Orlando in the paint and executed on fast break chances.
Saturday February 25th, 2023:The Magic shot 30% or lower and it led them to a tough 115-124 loss to the Pacers. Orlando currently stands 13th place throughout the East and are 15-16 when playing at home. Banchero in the 1st with 58 seconds left would dial up a nicley made layup, 21-24. Magic in the first 12 minutes shot 43% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. Including 4 giveaways. The Magic on excellent ball movement were able to knock down quality shots from the field and were efficient inside the paint but they were slowed down by carelessly turning the ball over and struggled from deep. During the 2nd quarter Banchero would receive a pass from Cole Anthony before knocking down a layup, 40-40 with 5:33 left. Couple possessions later Fultz would dip the shoulder and drove to the rim for a beauty of a layup, 50-51. Magic in the 2nd shot 39% from the field while adding 14 points in the paint and secured 5 second chance buckets. Orlando on the field had issues getting mid range jumpers to drop and continued their three poimt problems but they did most of their damage in the paint and dominated second chance scoring due to good rebounding. Magic altogether scored 30 points in the paint, shot 12 for 14 from the charity stripe and took a 52-51 lead into halftime. Going into late stages of the 3rd quarter Anthony with 1:06 to go would lace in a fading mid range jumper, 74-79. Magic ended the 3rd by shooting 36% from the field while sinking in 1 made three and racked up 12 of their 42 total points in the paint. They got 5 turnovers to go along. The Magic's offense seemingly looked flat considering they couldn't get a shot to drop from the field or beyond the arc and consistently gave the ball away. One positive was that they capitalized in the paint at a high rate. Now in the 4th quarter with 1:04 to go Jalen Suggs would fire in a three point jumper but the team still trailed 105-119. Magic shot 38% from the floor while posting 14 of their 52 total points in the paint and put up 2 fast break scores. Orlando from the interior were still having issues in getting mid range jumpers and three pointers to drop as they generated most of their points when scoring in the paint. Magic also dominated on the fast break. Magic would add a combined 15 points on the fast break, had 13 turnovers throughout the entire game and dropped down to a 25-36 record.
Myles Turner scored 24 points and it led the Pacers to a 121-108 win against the Orlando Magic. Pacers improve to 9-20 when on the road and are 12th place in the Eastern Conference. Jordan Nwora in the 1st quarter would drop in a nice mid range J, 22-19. Indiana spotted in an overall 30% and scored 6 points in the paint with 1 turnover added. That includes 7 fast break scores and 100% shooting from the charity stripe. The Pacers for the most part had trouble getting shots to fall weather it was from the field or behind the arc. They struggled in the paint as well due to the defense clogging the middle of the lane but executed fast break opportunities and were effective at the free throw line. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Aaron Nesmith would drive to the rim to sink in a layup off a Tyrese Haliburton pass, 44-46. Afterwards, Nesmith would drill in a layup and it gave his team a 51-48 lead. Pacers shot 38% from the field and tallied 18 points in the paint while giving the ball up once. Indiana snagged 5 second chsnce scores with 6 coming on the fast break. The Pacers freed up space by using good passes and from the field they got solid shots to fall. Indiana executed much better in the paint while capitalizing on second chance and fast break opportunities but had problems from downtown. Pacers were 7 of 10 from the free throw line, scored 24 paint points and entered halftime facing a 51-52 one point deficit. We now turn out attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Nwora buried a contested layup and it pushed the Pacers to a 79-72 lead. Pacers were spalshing 43% from the field and reeled in 5 three pointers made while raking in 16 paint points. They acquired 3 turnovers as well. The Pacers distributed the ball to create open looks and it led to positive shots falling from the field and behind the three point line. Also, they dominated inside the paint as players cut to the rim and were excellent at the free throw line. In the end, Myles Turner would deliver a game clinching three, 119-99. Indiana posted 48% shooting from the field and pulled in 16 points in the paint with 2 turns acquired. They've added in 11 fast break scores and trounced Orlando 39-34. The Pacers from both ends of the court were consistently getting shots to go in while punishing Orlando in the paint and executed on fast break chances.
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Thursday February 23rd, 2023: The 76ers rallied back from a 15 point deficit to knock off the Grizzlies 110-105. Sixers sit 3rd place in the Eastern Conference and are atop a 5-Game win streak. George Niang in the 1st quarter would dial up a three point jumper, 15-24. The 76ers in one shot 26% from the field and scored 6 paint points while giving the ball up 4 times. Including 4 fast break points and got outscored 37-22. Philadelphia couldn't get a shot to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. They had points in the paint shutdown and gave the ball away one too many times. One positive throughout the first 12 minutes were that they executed on fast break chances. During the late stages of the 2nd quarter Tobias Harris would drop off a running layup and it helped his team gain a 10-0 run, 44-56. The Sixers run was set up on quick defensive stops and the offense scored easily in transition. Philly ended the 2nd by shooting an overall 20% and added 8 points in the paint with 1 turnover to go along. The 76ers were much more efficient when getting to the paint and kept turnovers to a minimum but struggled to get shots to drop from the field and behind the arc. Sixers rang in 7 offensive rebounds, scored 14 points off the Grizzlies 6 turnovers and entered halftime facing a 47-59 deficit. During the 3rd quarter Embiid who was in double coverage fired a quick pass to Tucker who nailed in a corner three, 60-67. Philadelphia concluded the 3rd by spalshing in 35% from the field with 4 three's added and racked up 12 points in the paint. That includes 11 second chance scores and 7 on the fast break. The 76ers were able to create confusion for the defense by using good passes and it allowed for quality shots to go in wheather it came from the field or beyond the arc. Philly did damage in the paint while capitalizing on second chance baksets and executed on fast break opportunities. Later on in the 4th quarter Harris with 3:40 remaining would bury three point jumper and it brought Philadelphia within one, 98-99. Sixers were on a 10-2 run due to the defense forcing positive stops and in transition the offense responded with quick points. Afterwards, Tobias Harris from the corner with 37 ticks left would lace in a three point jumper, 106-105. Sixers sealed off the 4th quarter by latching in 40% shooting from the field and made 5 three pointers while tallying 10 points down low. Along with 2 turnovers. The 76ers in crunch time shot the ball efficiently from the field and when going deep, while capitalizing inside the paint. They had traffic ball protection and were accurate from the free throw line. Philly scratched in 36 total points in the paint, utilized 14 fast break buckets and moved their win/loss record to 39-19.
The Grizzlies lose their grip in the 2nd half and the final score showed a difficult 105-110 loss to the 76ers. Grizzlies lose 23rd game of the year and are 2nd place in West. Desmond Bane with back to back three's in the 1st pushed the Grizzlies to a 10-0 run, 24-12. The defense forced stops and the offemse scored quick in transition. The Grizzlies through one shot 50% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 10 points in the paint. Memphis scored 6 points on the fast break and coughed the ball up 4 times. Memphis from the field and when going deep were getting consistent shots to fall while executing inside the paint. They were effective on fast break opportunities but repetitively turned the ball over. Then in the 2nd quarter Jaren Jackson would block Embiid's shot attempt before finding Clarke in transition who delivered nice pass to David Roddy and hammered down a two handed slam, 52-35. Memphis wrapped up the 2nd by knocking down 45% from the field while scoring 10 of their 20 total points in the paint and turned it over twice. They acquired 5 second chance buckets and 6 on the fast break. The Grizzlies on good ball movement created open looks and it would lead to quality shots falling from the field. They attacked the paint as players cut to the rim and capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities. However, they went cold from behind the three point line. Memphis shot 35% from deep, added 10 second chance points and slipped into halftime leading 59-47. In the 3rd quarter Ja Morant would deliver an alley oop pass to Aldama who dropped in a nicley made layup, 73-62. Grizzlies reeled in 40% shooting from the field while orcastrating 12 points in the paint and hung in 3 turnovers. Memphis generated space by delivering nice passes and it led to solid shots falling from the field. Also, they executed inside the paint and dominated second chance buckets yet they had issues from deep and repeatedly turned the ball over. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Jaren Jackson would dial up a nice layup, 102-100. Grizzlies in the 4th shot 39% from the field with 2 turnovers attached and piled up 18 points in the paint. They secured 9 second chance points and got outscored 35-24. Memphis would get shots to fall effectively from the field while ambushing the paint and capitalized on second chance buckets. Unfortunately, it was their lack of the three point shooting and poor ball security that ultamately cost them. Grizzlies finished 7 of 25 from downtown, snagged 50 points in the paint, earned 12 second chance scores and dropped off to a 35-23 record.
Thursday February 23rd, 2023: The 76ers rallied back from a 15 point deficit to knock off the Grizzlies 110-105. Sixers sit 3rd place in the Eastern Conference and are atop a 5-Game win streak. George Niang in the 1st quarter would dial up a three point jumper, 15-24. The 76ers in one shot 26% from the field and scored 6 paint points while giving the ball up 4 times. Including 4 fast break points and got outscored 37-22. Philadelphia couldn't get a shot to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. They had points in the paint shutdown and gave the ball away one too many times. One positive throughout the first 12 minutes were that they executed on fast break chances. During the late stages of the 2nd quarter Tobias Harris would drop off a running layup and it helped his team gain a 10-0 run, 44-56. The Sixers run was set up on quick defensive stops and the offense scored easily in transition. Philly ended the 2nd by shooting an overall 20% and added 8 points in the paint with 1 turnover to go along. The 76ers were much more efficient when getting to the paint and kept turnovers to a minimum but struggled to get shots to drop from the field and behind the arc. Sixers rang in 7 offensive rebounds, scored 14 points off the Grizzlies 6 turnovers and entered halftime facing a 47-59 deficit. During the 3rd quarter Embiid who was in double coverage fired a quick pass to Tucker who nailed in a corner three, 60-67. Philadelphia concluded the 3rd by spalshing in 35% from the field with 4 three's added and racked up 12 points in the paint. That includes 11 second chance scores and 7 on the fast break. The 76ers were able to create confusion for the defense by using good passes and it allowed for quality shots to go in wheather it came from the field or beyond the arc. Philly did damage in the paint while capitalizing on second chance baksets and executed on fast break opportunities. Later on in the 4th quarter Harris with 3:40 remaining would bury three point jumper and it brought Philadelphia within one, 98-99. Sixers were on a 10-2 run due to the defense forcing positive stops and in transition the offense responded with quick points. Afterwards, Tobias Harris from the corner with 37 ticks left would lace in a three point jumper, 106-105. Sixers sealed off the 4th quarter by latching in 40% shooting from the field and made 5 three pointers while tallying 10 points down low. Along with 2 turnovers. The 76ers in crunch time shot the ball efficiently from the field and when going deep, while capitalizing inside the paint. They had traffic ball protection and were accurate from the free throw line. Philly scratched in 36 total points in the paint, utilized 14 fast break buckets and moved their win/loss record to 39-19.
The Grizzlies lose their grip in the 2nd half and the final score showed a difficult 105-110 loss to the 76ers. Grizzlies lose 23rd game of the year and are 2nd place in West. Desmond Bane with back to back three's in the 1st pushed the Grizzlies to a 10-0 run, 24-12. The defense forced stops and the offemse scored quick in transition. The Grizzlies through one shot 50% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 10 points in the paint. Memphis scored 6 points on the fast break and coughed the ball up 4 times. Memphis from the field and when going deep were getting consistent shots to fall while executing inside the paint. They were effective on fast break opportunities but repetitively turned the ball over. Then in the 2nd quarter Jaren Jackson would block Embiid's shot attempt before finding Clarke in transition who delivered nice pass to David Roddy and hammered down a two handed slam, 52-35. Memphis wrapped up the 2nd by knocking down 45% from the field while scoring 10 of their 20 total points in the paint and turned it over twice. They acquired 5 second chance buckets and 6 on the fast break. The Grizzlies on good ball movement created open looks and it would lead to quality shots falling from the field. They attacked the paint as players cut to the rim and capitalized on both second chance and fast break opportunities. However, they went cold from behind the three point line. Memphis shot 35% from deep, added 10 second chance points and slipped into halftime leading 59-47. In the 3rd quarter Ja Morant would deliver an alley oop pass to Aldama who dropped in a nicley made layup, 73-62. Grizzlies reeled in 40% shooting from the field while orcastrating 12 points in the paint and hung in 3 turnovers. Memphis generated space by delivering nice passes and it led to solid shots falling from the field. Also, they executed inside the paint and dominated second chance buckets yet they had issues from deep and repeatedly turned the ball over. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Jaren Jackson would dial up a nice layup, 102-100. Grizzlies in the 4th shot 39% from the field with 2 turnovers attached and piled up 18 points in the paint. They secured 9 second chance points and got outscored 35-24. Memphis would get shots to fall effectively from the field while ambushing the paint and capitalized on second chance buckets. Unfortunately, it was their lack of the three point shooting and poor ball security that ultamately cost them. Grizzlies finished 7 of 25 from downtown, snagged 50 points in the paint, earned 12 second chance scores and dropped off to a 35-23 record.
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The Bulls buyout Patrick Beverley's contract with the Magic. Patrick Beverley is a solid player in both ends of the court. Beverley can drive and finish at the rim and knock down quality three pointers. Also, a good rebounder and set his teammates up with quality passes. Beverley attacks the paint as well. Defensively, Beverley has quick hands to force players into careless turnovers and can shut your best player down. Keep in mind it's his solid defensive skill set that helps his team spark fast break opportunities. Beverley this season has averaged a 6.4 in points per game, 3.1 in rebounds per game and a 2.6 in assists per game.
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BREAKING: Kevin Love has officially cleared waivers and signed on with the Miami Heat. Now Kevin Love is an outstanding three point shooter and delivers quality passes. Defensively Love is a solid rim protector and can lock you down. Love averaging 8.5 in points, 6.8 in rebounds and 1.9 in assists
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BREAKING: Russell Westbrook has signed with the Clippers after a buyout with the Utah Jazz. Keep note that in Westbrook time with the Lakers he was coming off the bench and from tike to time had minor arguments with the team. Other than that, Westbrook can drive and finish at the rim while getting quality shots to fall weather it be from the field or long distance. Westbrook is averaging 22.5 in points per game, 8.4 in assists and 7.3 in rebounding. Westbrook is also shooting 43% from the field.
BREAKING: Kevin Love has officially cleared waivers and signed on with the Miami Heat. Now Kevin Love is an outstanding three point shooter and delivers quality passes. Defensively Love is a solid rim protector and can lock you down. Love averaging 8.5 in points, 6.8 in rebounds and 1.9 in assists
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BREAKING: Russell Westbrook has signed with the Clippers after a buyout with the Utah Jazz. Keep note that in Westbrook time with the Lakers he was coming off the bench and from tike to time had minor arguments with the team. Other than that, Westbrook can drive and finish at the rim while getting quality shots to fall weather it be from the field or long distance. Westbrook is averaging 22.5 in points per game, 8.4 in assists and 7.3 in rebounding. Westbrook is also shooting 43% from the field.
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Thursday February 16th, 2023: The Bulls before All-Star weekend suffered a difficult 100-112 loss to the Bucks. The Bulls are seven games beneath .500 and sit 11th place in the East. LaVine in the 1st with 2:33 to go would drive to the cup for a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 18-28. Couple possessions later White from the top of the key would drop in a mid range jumper, 20-31. Bulls shot an overall 30% while adding 8 points in the post and gave the ball away once. The Bulls to start couldn't get a shot to fall from the field or beyond the arc, but did pretty well in the paint and didn't turn the ball over much. Going into the 2nd quarter Terry would drive his way inside the paint before knocking down a one handed layup, 39-47. Afterwards, Zach LaVine would lace in a three point jumper of his own but the Bulls still faced a 49-57 deficit. The Bulls closed out quarter 2 by spotting in 38% from the floor with 3 three pointers added and racked up 8 paint points. Plus 0 turnovers. Chicago's offense were finally getting the three ball to fall due to good passing and were efficient on second chance opportunities. They executed down in the post because they struggled to get jumpers to drop. Bulls in the painted area recorded 16 points, reeled in 7 second chance buckets and jogged into halftime down 49-61. Then in the 3rd quarter Vucevic would receive pass from LaVine before getting to the paint and burying a layup, 60-70. Following that big play Terry would dip the shoulder and drop off a one handed layup, 71-80. Keep in mind that this would be Terry's 11th point of the night. Chicago ended the 3rd by shooting 37% from the field and inside the paint they scored 16 points and got 0 turnovers to go along. The Bulls delivered quality passes to help create open looks and it led to solid shots falling from the field. Chicago penetrated the paint well and had great ball protection but struggled from deep and second chance opportunities were eliminated. The Bulls would add 3 second chance scores as well. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Tony Bradley with 26 seconds left would ding in a layup, 100-112. Bulls concluded the 4th shooting 45% from the field while tallying 12 points in the paint and slipped up with 3 giveaways. They made 3 three pointers as well. The Bulls late simply shot the ball poorly from the field and couldn't get the three ball to drop due to Milwaukee defense forcing tough shot attempts. Chicago would also dominated down low while executing second chance and fast break opportunities. Bulls ended with 17 second chance buckets with 10 coming on the fast break, gave the ball away 5 times and dropped down to a 26-33 record.
The Bucks handle the Chicago Bulls after smothering them for a 120-102 Victory. Bucks are riding a 12-Game win streak and they stand in 2nd place throughout the entire Eastern Conference. Late in the 1st quarter Lopez would cut to the rim for a two handed slam and it sent the Bucks to a 28-15 lead. Mikwaukee in one shot 48% from the field with 8 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. Including 2 giveaways and snaged 8 second chance baksets. The Bucks from the field and behind the arc were getting quality shots to drop on good ball movement and capitalized inside the paint. Milwaukee executed fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a minimum. Midway into the 2nd quarter A.J. Green off a Jrue Holiday pass would knock in a three point jumper thus gaining a 50-39 lead. The Bucks through two shot 50% from the field while scoring 8 of their 16 total points in the paint and tallied 6 on the fast break. That includes 3 three pointers made and 4 turnovers. Keep note that the Antetotkounmpo left the game early in this quarer after injuring his wrist on a tough fall. The Bucks on excellent ball rotation were able to get good shots to go in from the field and punished Chicago when getting to the paint. Milwaukee remained effective on fast break chances, but started turning the ball over one too many times. Bucks 14 fast break points, gave the ball up 6 times and entered halftime with a 61-49 lead. We now turn to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter, where Jrue Holiday jammed in a layup and in that process he got fouled to make this a three point play, 79-66. The Bucks fired 47% from the field with 3 made three's and scraped up 14 paint points. Also, they allowed 1 turnover and scored 3 points on the fast break. Milwaukee shot the ball efficiently from the field, and did damage inside the paint. However, fast break opportunities were shutdown, and they couldn't buy a basket from behind the three point line. Later on in the 4th quarter Milwaukee would get off to a 12-0 run after Carter from the baseline sunk mid range jumper, 100-78. This run was sparked by the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Bucks wrapped up the 4th by shooting 45% from the field and scored 4 points in the paint with 6 second chance buckets secured. The Bucks facilitated good ball movement to help free up space, and it would lead to quality shots falling weather it be from the field or long distance. Milwaukee also punished Chicago by capitalizing on second chance opportunities. Milwaukee snagged 12 second chance scores, 17 points on the fast break, 34 paint points and improved to a 41-17 record.
Thursday February 16th, 2023: The Bulls before All-Star weekend suffered a difficult 100-112 loss to the Bucks. The Bulls are seven games beneath .500 and sit 11th place in the East. LaVine in the 1st with 2:33 to go would drive to the cup for a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 18-28. Couple possessions later White from the top of the key would drop in a mid range jumper, 20-31. Bulls shot an overall 30% while adding 8 points in the post and gave the ball away once. The Bulls to start couldn't get a shot to fall from the field or beyond the arc, but did pretty well in the paint and didn't turn the ball over much. Going into the 2nd quarter Terry would drive his way inside the paint before knocking down a one handed layup, 39-47. Afterwards, Zach LaVine would lace in a three point jumper of his own but the Bulls still faced a 49-57 deficit. The Bulls closed out quarter 2 by spotting in 38% from the floor with 3 three pointers added and racked up 8 paint points. Plus 0 turnovers. Chicago's offense were finally getting the three ball to fall due to good passing and were efficient on second chance opportunities. They executed down in the post because they struggled to get jumpers to drop. Bulls in the painted area recorded 16 points, reeled in 7 second chance buckets and jogged into halftime down 49-61. Then in the 3rd quarter Vucevic would receive pass from LaVine before getting to the paint and burying a layup, 60-70. Following that big play Terry would dip the shoulder and drop off a one handed layup, 71-80. Keep in mind that this would be Terry's 11th point of the night. Chicago ended the 3rd by shooting 37% from the field and inside the paint they scored 16 points and got 0 turnovers to go along. The Bulls delivered quality passes to help create open looks and it led to solid shots falling from the field. Chicago penetrated the paint well and had great ball protection but struggled from deep and second chance opportunities were eliminated. The Bulls would add 3 second chance scores as well. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Tony Bradley with 26 seconds left would ding in a layup, 100-112. Bulls concluded the 4th shooting 45% from the field while tallying 12 points in the paint and slipped up with 3 giveaways. They made 3 three pointers as well. The Bulls late simply shot the ball poorly from the field and couldn't get the three ball to drop due to Milwaukee defense forcing tough shot attempts. Chicago would also dominated down low while executing second chance and fast break opportunities. Bulls ended with 17 second chance buckets with 10 coming on the fast break, gave the ball away 5 times and dropped down to a 26-33 record.
The Bucks handle the Chicago Bulls after smothering them for a 120-102 Victory. Bucks are riding a 12-Game win streak and they stand in 2nd place throughout the entire Eastern Conference. Late in the 1st quarter Lopez would cut to the rim for a two handed slam and it sent the Bucks to a 28-15 lead. Mikwaukee in one shot 48% from the field with 8 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. Including 2 giveaways and snaged 8 second chance baksets. The Bucks from the field and behind the arc were getting quality shots to drop on good ball movement and capitalized inside the paint. Milwaukee executed fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a minimum. Midway into the 2nd quarter A.J. Green off a Jrue Holiday pass would knock in a three point jumper thus gaining a 50-39 lead. The Bucks through two shot 50% from the field while scoring 8 of their 16 total points in the paint and tallied 6 on the fast break. That includes 3 three pointers made and 4 turnovers. Keep note that the Antetotkounmpo left the game early in this quarer after injuring his wrist on a tough fall. The Bucks on excellent ball rotation were able to get good shots to go in from the field and punished Chicago when getting to the paint. Milwaukee remained effective on fast break chances, but started turning the ball over one too many times. Bucks 14 fast break points, gave the ball up 6 times and entered halftime with a 61-49 lead. We now turn to the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter, where Jrue Holiday jammed in a layup and in that process he got fouled to make this a three point play, 79-66. The Bucks fired 47% from the field with 3 made three's and scraped up 14 paint points. Also, they allowed 1 turnover and scored 3 points on the fast break. Milwaukee shot the ball efficiently from the field, and did damage inside the paint. However, fast break opportunities were shutdown, and they couldn't buy a basket from behind the three point line. Later on in the 4th quarter Milwaukee would get off to a 12-0 run after Carter from the baseline sunk mid range jumper, 100-78. This run was sparked by the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Bucks wrapped up the 4th by shooting 45% from the field and scored 4 points in the paint with 6 second chance buckets secured. The Bucks facilitated good ball movement to help free up space, and it would lead to quality shots falling weather it be from the field or long distance. Milwaukee also punished Chicago by capitalizing on second chance opportunities. Milwaukee snagged 12 second chance scores, 17 points on the fast break, 34 paint points and improved to a 41-17 record.
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Wednesday February 15th, 2023: Anthony Davis's 28 points and 10 rebounds allowed the Lakers to slide past the Pelicans by a score of 120-102. Lakers. Lakers still sit 13th place in the West and improved to 14-14 on home court. The Lalers lead would increase late in the 1st after Troy Brown buried a three point jumper, 32-17. Lakers through one shot 66% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 14 points in the paint. Including 1 turnovers and 7 points on the fast break. The Lakers created separation with excellent ball movement and got shots to fall at a high rate, whether it be from the field or long distance. They did damage in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter the Lakers lead would increase after Anthony Davis off a Russell pass would drop in a nicley made layup, 53-42. Lakers wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in 52% from the field and racked up 10 points in the paint with 7 turnovers attached. LA jammed in only 1 made as well. Lakers facilitied ball movement to free up space, and it led to quality shots falling from the field. They punished New Orleans in the paint, yet they had issues from beyond the arc, and turnovers were becoming a problem. Lakers carried out 18 assists, hauled in 6 turnovers, stacked 24 points in the paint and walked into halftime ??. Heading into the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Anthony Davis would drill in a floating mid range jumper and pushed LA's lead to 71-65. LA concluded the 3rd quarter by spotting in 53% from the field while making 3 three pointers and recorded 14 of their 38 total points in the paint. Lakers would rack in 7 fast break scores and acquired 2 giveaways. Lakers pushed the ball up court with teriffic passing, and it would allow for solid shots to fall from the field while executing inside the paint. Los Angeles capitalized on fast break opportunities and limited careless mistakes. Now in the 4th quarter LA started to pull away with this game after Davis from the top of the key hit a mid range jumper, 113-93. Los Angeles sealed off the 4th by dropping 53% from the field and snagged 18 points in the paint while limiting turnovers to just 2. They scored 7 second chance buckets with 10 coming on the fast break. The Lakers offense delivered good passes to help generate open looks and knocked down quality shots from the field. Lakers dominated down low while executing second chance and fast break opportunities. Lakers scored 14 combined second chance points, earned 19 on the fast break and moved their record to a 27-32.
The Pelicans in the 4th got outscored 31-27 and it led to a disappointing 102-120 defeat to the Lakers. Pelicans are sitting 8th place throughout the entire Western Conference and fell to a 10-19 record when playing on the road. Hernangomez in the 1st with 1:40 to go would drop in a nice layup but New Orleans were still behind, 21-32. Pels closed out quarter 1 by shooting 45% from the field and scored 8 points in the paint with 5 turnovers tallied. That includes 5 second chance baksets. The Pelicans were effective inside the paint and from the field they were getting quality shots to drop. Pets executed second chance buckets, but struggled in ball protection. During the 2nd quarter New Orleans were starting to comeback after C.J. McCullom drained in a stepback mid range jumper, 49-55. Pels defense forced turnovers and the offense responded with quick points. New Orleans capped off the 2nd by knocking in 45% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and added 3 turnovers. The Pelicans were shooting the ball efficiently from the field and capitalized inside the paint. Unfortunately, they continue to have problems from behind the arc and repeatedly gave the ball away. The Pelicans shot 70% from the free throw line, got 8 turnovers go along and slipped into halftime ??. New Orleans going into the 3rd quarter would start to cut into the LA's lead after Ingram sunk in a pullup mid range jumper, 65-67. The Pelicans shot 43% from the field while tallying 8 points in the paint and got outscored 34-24 with 1 made three three. New Orleans still having issues from behind the three point line and continuously turned the ball over, but got quality shots to go in from the field and consistently attacked the paint. Players were simply making good cuts to the rim on good passes. We now turn to the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Hernangomez cut to the cup before sinking in a layup, 95-113. New Orleans in the 4th quarter splashed in 43% from the field with 18 points scored in the paint and secured 1 three pointer. Pelicans loaded in 14 second chance scores, piled up 48 paint points, went 7 of 25 from downtown and fell to a 30-29 record.
Wednesday February 15th, 2023: Anthony Davis's 28 points and 10 rebounds allowed the Lakers to slide past the Pelicans by a score of 120-102. Lakers. Lakers still sit 13th place in the West and improved to 14-14 on home court. The Lalers lead would increase late in the 1st after Troy Brown buried a three point jumper, 32-17. Lakers through one shot 66% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 14 points in the paint. Including 1 turnovers and 7 points on the fast break. The Lakers created separation with excellent ball movement and got shots to fall at a high rate, whether it be from the field or long distance. They did damage in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter the Lakers lead would increase after Anthony Davis off a Russell pass would drop in a nicley made layup, 53-42. Lakers wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in 52% from the field and racked up 10 points in the paint with 7 turnovers attached. LA jammed in only 1 made as well. Lakers facilitied ball movement to free up space, and it led to quality shots falling from the field. They punished New Orleans in the paint, yet they had issues from beyond the arc, and turnovers were becoming a problem. Lakers carried out 18 assists, hauled in 6 turnovers, stacked 24 points in the paint and walked into halftime ??. Heading into the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Anthony Davis would drill in a floating mid range jumper and pushed LA's lead to 71-65. LA concluded the 3rd quarter by spotting in 53% from the field while making 3 three pointers and recorded 14 of their 38 total points in the paint. Lakers would rack in 7 fast break scores and acquired 2 giveaways. Lakers pushed the ball up court with teriffic passing, and it would allow for solid shots to fall from the field while executing inside the paint. Los Angeles capitalized on fast break opportunities and limited careless mistakes. Now in the 4th quarter LA started to pull away with this game after Davis from the top of the key hit a mid range jumper, 113-93. Los Angeles sealed off the 4th by dropping 53% from the field and snagged 18 points in the paint while limiting turnovers to just 2. They scored 7 second chance buckets with 10 coming on the fast break. The Lakers offense delivered good passes to help generate open looks and knocked down quality shots from the field. Lakers dominated down low while executing second chance and fast break opportunities. Lakers scored 14 combined second chance points, earned 19 on the fast break and moved their record to a 27-32.
The Pelicans in the 4th got outscored 31-27 and it led to a disappointing 102-120 defeat to the Lakers. Pelicans are sitting 8th place throughout the entire Western Conference and fell to a 10-19 record when playing on the road. Hernangomez in the 1st with 1:40 to go would drop in a nice layup but New Orleans were still behind, 21-32. Pels closed out quarter 1 by shooting 45% from the field and scored 8 points in the paint with 5 turnovers tallied. That includes 5 second chance baksets. The Pelicans were effective inside the paint and from the field they were getting quality shots to drop. Pets executed second chance buckets, but struggled in ball protection. During the 2nd quarter New Orleans were starting to comeback after C.J. McCullom drained in a stepback mid range jumper, 49-55. Pels defense forced turnovers and the offense responded with quick points. New Orleans capped off the 2nd by knocking in 45% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and added 3 turnovers. The Pelicans were shooting the ball efficiently from the field and capitalized inside the paint. Unfortunately, they continue to have problems from behind the arc and repeatedly gave the ball away. The Pelicans shot 70% from the free throw line, got 8 turnovers go along and slipped into halftime ??. New Orleans going into the 3rd quarter would start to cut into the LA's lead after Ingram sunk in a pullup mid range jumper, 65-67. The Pelicans shot 43% from the field while tallying 8 points in the paint and got outscored 34-24 with 1 made three three. New Orleans still having issues from behind the three point line and continuously turned the ball over, but got quality shots to go in from the field and consistently attacked the paint. Players were simply making good cuts to the rim on good passes. We now turn to the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Hernangomez cut to the cup before sinking in a layup, 95-113. New Orleans in the 4th quarter splashed in 43% from the field with 18 points scored in the paint and secured 1 three pointer. Pelicans loaded in 14 second chance scores, piled up 48 paint points, went 7 of 25 from downtown and fell to a 30-29 record.
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Tuesday February 14th, 2023: The Bucks pull within half a game of the Celtics in the Eastern Conference after earning a 131-125 win in Overtime. Bucks have won 11 games in a row and sit in 2nd place. Jrue Holiday midway into the 1st would knock down a nicley made layup and brought Milwaukee within one, 20-21. Milwaukee after that, would take the lead as Joe Ingles splashed in a pullup mid range J, 23-21. Bucks in one e shot 47% from the field with 2 made three's and tallied 16 points in the paint. Including 3 turnovers and scored 4 second chance buckets. The Bucks offense did damage inside the paint, and from the field they got solid shots to fall. Milwaukee capitalized on second chance opportunities, but turned the ball over a bit too much and struggled from deep. Then in the 2nd quarter Jrue Holiday off a Pat Connaughton pass would lace in a three point jumper but trailed 54-60. Eventually, the Bucks with 1:00 to go would regain their lead after Ingles buried a three point jumper, 61-60. Bucks were off to a 10-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Bucks ended the 2nd by shooting 57% from the field while scoring 10 of their 26 total points in the paint with 8 made three's and gave the ball up 7 times. They acquired 9 second chance buckets and 7 on the fast break. Milwaukee from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall efficiently and dominated inside the paint. Also, they capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities, but turnovers remained an issue. Bucks scored 13 second chance points, shot 60% from the free throw line and entered halftime leading 64-63. Now in the 3rd quarter Joe Ingles would rip in a much needed three point jumper, 86-92. Bucks were on an 8-0 due to quick stops and easy scores in transition. Bucks in the 3rd shot 50% from the field while lacing in 5 three's and tallied 4 points in the paint. Along with turning the ball over 5 times and scored 0 second chance baksets. The Bucks punished Boston from the field by consistently getting shots to fall and did damage behind the arc yet they continue to turn the ball over and points in the paint were shutdown. The Bucks punished Boston from the field by consistently getting shots to fall and did damage behind the arc, yet they continue to turn the ball over and points in the paint were shutdown. Later on in the 4th quarter Jrue Holiday would spot up a three point jumper with 4:43 to go, 108-107. Bucks sealed off the 4th by shooting an overall 40% and scored 10 points in the paint with 3 turnivers added. Offensively, the Bucks in crunch time knocked down critical shots from the field and were efficient at the free throw line while executing inside the paint, but couldn't get a bucket to drop from deep and coughed the ball up. We now turn our attentions to Overtime, where Holiday forced a steal off Derrick White and in transition he hammered down a heavy one handed slam, 122-123. Moments later Milwaukee woukd add the ultimate dagger after Holiday jammed in a three point jumper, 127-125. Bucks closed out the OT by outscoring Boston 15-9 while shooting an overall 40% and scored 2 paint points. Bucks down the stretch got critical shots to fall from the field and kept turnovers to a minimum, but couldn't capitalize in the paint. Milwaukee scored 44 total points in the paint, snagged 15 second chance buckets and improved to a 40-17 record.
The Celtics in Overtime suffer a gut-wrenching 125-131 loss to the Bucks. Celtics drop to 6-4 in their past ten games and remains standing in 1st place throughout the entire East. Muscala in the 1st quarter would bury a three point junper to give the Celtics a 20-17 lead. This was Muscala's 8th made three in two games since being traded. Afterwards, with 2:56 left Pritchard would drop in a nice three point J, 28-23. Celtics through one shot 52% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance scorers and gave the ball away just once. The Celtics on good ball movement were getting quality shots to fall, whether it be from the field or long distance. They were effective in the paint and executed second chance opportunities. Going into the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Blake Griffin would sink in a three point jumper and it expanded Boston's lead to 52-46. Few possessions later Derrick White would knock down a three point jumper to give the Celtics a 60-51 lead. Boston wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in 46% from the field while lacing in 4 made three's and added 10 points in the paint. Celtics attached 1 turnover as well. The Celtics continued to shoot the ball extremely well from the field and beyond the arc, while executing inside the paint. Boston limited turnovers and created open looks by delivering quality passes, but struggled to capitalize on fast break opportunities. Boston scored 26 paint points, reeled in 0 fast break scores and dipped into halftime down 63-64. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Celtics were off to an 18-5 run after Malcom Brogdon jammed in a pullup three point J, 88-76. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and the offense scored easy in transition. Boston capped off the 3rd by splashing in 48% from the field and scored 16 points in the paint with 5 turnovers. Celtics reeled in 7 fast break scores and outscored Milwaukee 32-26. Boston facilitated ball movement in order to free up space, and it would lead to quality shots falling from the field or long range. They capitalized inside the paint, and did much better on fast break opportunities, but gave the ball up one too many times. In the 4th quarter Brogdon with over six minutes to go would rifle in a pullup three point jumper, 107-103. Thereafter, Hauser would force OT after hitting a clutch three point jumper, 116-116. Celtics in the 4th shot 45% from the field while scoring 10 of their 52 total points in the paint and turned the ball over 3 times. As well as adding 2 fast break points and made 3 three pointers. The Celtics shot the ball effectively from the field and beyond the arc and were dominate inside the paint. Moving forward, they need to limit mistakes and execute better in transition. Later on in Overtime Brogdon would jam in a mid range floater, 123-118. Boston in Overtime shot 46% from the field while tallying 2 points in the paint and coughed the ball up 3 times. Boston in crunch time got timely shots to fall from the field but were plagued with careless turnovers and struggled in the paint. Boston scored 52 paint points, racked up 27 points off the Bucks 18 turnovers and staggered down to a 41-17 record.
Tuesday February 14th, 2023: The Bucks pull within half a game of the Celtics in the Eastern Conference after earning a 131-125 win in Overtime. Bucks have won 11 games in a row and sit in 2nd place. Jrue Holiday midway into the 1st would knock down a nicley made layup and brought Milwaukee within one, 20-21. Milwaukee after that, would take the lead as Joe Ingles splashed in a pullup mid range J, 23-21. Bucks in one e shot 47% from the field with 2 made three's and tallied 16 points in the paint. Including 3 turnovers and scored 4 second chance buckets. The Bucks offense did damage inside the paint, and from the field they got solid shots to fall. Milwaukee capitalized on second chance opportunities, but turned the ball over a bit too much and struggled from deep. Then in the 2nd quarter Jrue Holiday off a Pat Connaughton pass would lace in a three point jumper but trailed 54-60. Eventually, the Bucks with 1:00 to go would regain their lead after Ingles buried a three point jumper, 61-60. Bucks were off to a 10-0 run due to the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Bucks ended the 2nd by shooting 57% from the field while scoring 10 of their 26 total points in the paint with 8 made three's and gave the ball up 7 times. They acquired 9 second chance buckets and 7 on the fast break. Milwaukee from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall efficiently and dominated inside the paint. Also, they capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities, but turnovers remained an issue. Bucks scored 13 second chance points, shot 60% from the free throw line and entered halftime leading 64-63. Now in the 3rd quarter Joe Ingles would rip in a much needed three point jumper, 86-92. Bucks were on an 8-0 due to quick stops and easy scores in transition. Bucks in the 3rd shot 50% from the field while lacing in 5 three's and tallied 4 points in the paint. Along with turning the ball over 5 times and scored 0 second chance baksets. The Bucks punished Boston from the field by consistently getting shots to fall and did damage behind the arc yet they continue to turn the ball over and points in the paint were shutdown. The Bucks punished Boston from the field by consistently getting shots to fall and did damage behind the arc, yet they continue to turn the ball over and points in the paint were shutdown. Later on in the 4th quarter Jrue Holiday would spot up a three point jumper with 4:43 to go, 108-107. Bucks sealed off the 4th by shooting an overall 40% and scored 10 points in the paint with 3 turnivers added. Offensively, the Bucks in crunch time knocked down critical shots from the field and were efficient at the free throw line while executing inside the paint, but couldn't get a bucket to drop from deep and coughed the ball up. We now turn our attentions to Overtime, where Holiday forced a steal off Derrick White and in transition he hammered down a heavy one handed slam, 122-123. Moments later Milwaukee woukd add the ultimate dagger after Holiday jammed in a three point jumper, 127-125. Bucks closed out the OT by outscoring Boston 15-9 while shooting an overall 40% and scored 2 paint points. Bucks down the stretch got critical shots to fall from the field and kept turnovers to a minimum, but couldn't capitalize in the paint. Milwaukee scored 44 total points in the paint, snagged 15 second chance buckets and improved to a 40-17 record.
The Celtics in Overtime suffer a gut-wrenching 125-131 loss to the Bucks. Celtics drop to 6-4 in their past ten games and remains standing in 1st place throughout the entire East. Muscala in the 1st quarter would bury a three point junper to give the Celtics a 20-17 lead. This was Muscala's 8th made three in two games since being traded. Afterwards, with 2:56 left Pritchard would drop in a nice three point J, 28-23. Celtics through one shot 52% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance scorers and gave the ball away just once. The Celtics on good ball movement were getting quality shots to fall, whether it be from the field or long distance. They were effective in the paint and executed second chance opportunities. Going into the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter Blake Griffin would sink in a three point jumper and it expanded Boston's lead to 52-46. Few possessions later Derrick White would knock down a three point jumper to give the Celtics a 60-51 lead. Boston wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in 46% from the field while lacing in 4 made three's and added 10 points in the paint. Celtics attached 1 turnover as well. The Celtics continued to shoot the ball extremely well from the field and beyond the arc, while executing inside the paint. Boston limited turnovers and created open looks by delivering quality passes, but struggled to capitalize on fast break opportunities. Boston scored 26 paint points, reeled in 0 fast break scores and dipped into halftime down 63-64. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Celtics were off to an 18-5 run after Malcom Brogdon jammed in a pullup three point J, 88-76. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and the offense scored easy in transition. Boston capped off the 3rd by splashing in 48% from the field and scored 16 points in the paint with 5 turnovers. Celtics reeled in 7 fast break scores and outscored Milwaukee 32-26. Boston facilitated ball movement in order to free up space, and it would lead to quality shots falling from the field or long range. They capitalized inside the paint, and did much better on fast break opportunities, but gave the ball up one too many times. In the 4th quarter Brogdon with over six minutes to go would rifle in a pullup three point jumper, 107-103. Thereafter, Hauser would force OT after hitting a clutch three point jumper, 116-116. Celtics in the 4th shot 45% from the field while scoring 10 of their 52 total points in the paint and turned the ball over 3 times. As well as adding 2 fast break points and made 3 three pointers. The Celtics shot the ball effectively from the field and beyond the arc and were dominate inside the paint. Moving forward, they need to limit mistakes and execute better in transition. Later on in Overtime Brogdon would jam in a mid range floater, 123-118. Boston in Overtime shot 46% from the field while tallying 2 points in the paint and coughed the ball up 3 times. Boston in crunch time got timely shots to fall from the field but were plagued with careless turnovers and struggled in the paint. Boston scored 52 paint points, racked up 27 points off the Bucks 18 turnovers and staggered down to a 41-17 record.
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BREAKING: The Suns have bought Terrnace Ross out his 4 year $54 Million Dollar contrct with the Orlando Magic. Keep note they already have Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and of course Chris Paul with a few extra solid players to go along. Terrance Ross is an outstanding three point shooter and can score effectively inside the paint. Ross this year is averaging 8 points per game while shooting 43% from the field, 2 rebounds per game and a 1.3 in assists per game.
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BREAKING: The Cavaliers sign Danny Green to a 1 year $2 Million Dollar deal. Now Danny Green coming over to the Cavaliers will bring his three point shooting abilities and from time to time he can set teammates up with quality passes. Green is averaging 3 points per game, 1.3 in reboudning per game, 0.7 in assists and is shooting 27% from the field and 37% behind the arc.
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Monday February 13th, 2023:
The Miami Heat during last night's outing sustained a difficult 108-112 loss against the Denver Nuggets. Heat in the 1st quarter were in a 10-0 run after Orlando Robinson knocked down a nice layup off a Jimmy Butler pass, 20-13. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Heat in one shot 53% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 18 points in the paint. Including 0 turnovers while scoring 7 second chance buckets and 4 on the fast break. Miami facilitated the ball to create open space, and it led to quality shots falling, whether it be from the field or long distance. They executed second chance, and fast break opportunities while capitalizing in the paint. During the 2nd quarter Jimmy Butler late would force a tie after burying a three point jumper, 59-59. Miami wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in an overall 40% and scored 2 of their 22 total points in the paint with 2 turnovers. The Heat were able to knock down quality shots from the field and hammered the Denver defense behind the arc. Miami did continue to dominate second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and kept turnovers to a minimum, but points in the paint were shutdown due to the Nuggets clogging the lanes. Miami scored 7 fast break points, 17 second chance buckets, went 5 for 5 from the free throw line and walked into halftime down 62-63. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Strus would drop in a layup but Miami trailed 79-87. Miami closed out the 3rd by shooting 42% from the field while scoring 10 paint points and turned the ball over 1 time. Miami worked well inside the paint as they scored efficiently and shot the ball extremely well from the field, but they had their issues from deep as Denver closed out and forced tough shot attempts. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Caleb Martin would drive to the rim for a nice layup, 96-99. Heat in the 4th shot 44% from the field with 5 turnovers added and racked up 20 points in the paint. They scored 4 second chance buckets and 4 on the fast break. The Heat in the final minutes of this game did a great job of attacking the paint while getting good shots to fall from the field, and capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities, but lacked three point shooting and turned the ball over a ton. Miami shot 18 of 20 from the free throw line, scored 24 second chance buckets, recorded 13 on the fast break, tallied 54 paint points and dropped off to a 32-26 record.
Jokic's double double was just enough and it led the Nuggets over Heat by a score of 112-108. Denver have won 2 striaght and sit 1st throughout the Western Conference. Thomas Bryant late in the 1st would barrel to the cup for beauty of a layup, 22-31. The Nuggets through one shot 55% from the field with 3 three pointer attached and tallied 14 points in the paint. Along with turning the ball over 3 times. The Nuggets did most of their damage inside the paint due to players making good cuts to the rim on quality passes. Unfortunately, they struggled from deep as they couldn't get a basket to drop and fast break opportunities were eliminated. Then during the 2nd quarter Denver would get off to a 7-0 run after Thomas Bryant knocked down a contested layup, 38-40. Thus run was set up by forcing stops defensively and the offense scored quick in transition. Few plays later and Denver would snag a lead thanks to Caldwell Pope sinking in three poimt jumper, 41-40. This was the Nuggets first lead since the beginning of the 1st. Moving ahead, towards the late stages of the quarter Jokic off a Bruce Brown pass would spot up a mid range jumper, 54-51. Denver capped off quarter 2 by shooting 61% from the field while lacing in 4 made three's and added 12 points in the paint. Nuggets turned the ball over 3 more times and scored 4 second chance baksets. The Nuggets from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on great ball movement and dominated inside the paint. They executed much better on second chance opportunities, but continued to shoot themselves in the foot with multiple turnovers. Denver snagged 26 total points, picked up 2 fast break scores amd entered halftime with a 63-62 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Nikola Jokic would cut to the rim before knocking in a one handed layup, 80-73. Denver conckuded the 3rd by spalshing in 63% from the field and scored 14 of their 40 total points in the paint while giving the ball away 3 times. The Nuggets punished Miami when getting inside the paint and from the field they got quality shots too drop, but they gave the ball away a bit too much and fast break opportunities continued too be a problem. Now in the 4th quarter Michael Porter Jr woukd drive his way to the cup for much needed layup, 101-96. Denver said good riddence to the 4th by shooting 59% with 2 made three's and raked up 18 points in the paint. That includes 7 turnovers and they added 3 points when utilizing the fast break. The Nuggets down the strech executed good ball movement, and got shots to fall consistently from the field. They capitalized on fast break opportunities as well. Denver is very lucky they escaped with a win because they were turnover machines all game long. Nuggets picked up 5 fast break points, recorded 58 points in the paint, gave the ball away 13 times and improved to a 40-18 record.
BREAKING: The Suns have bought Terrnace Ross out his 4 year $54 Million Dollar contrct with the Orlando Magic. Keep note they already have Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and of course Chris Paul with a few extra solid players to go along. Terrance Ross is an outstanding three point shooter and can score effectively inside the paint. Ross this year is averaging 8 points per game while shooting 43% from the field, 2 rebounds per game and a 1.3 in assists per game.
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BREAKING: The Cavaliers sign Danny Green to a 1 year $2 Million Dollar deal. Now Danny Green coming over to the Cavaliers will bring his three point shooting abilities and from time to time he can set teammates up with quality passes. Green is averaging 3 points per game, 1.3 in reboudning per game, 0.7 in assists and is shooting 27% from the field and 37% behind the arc.
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Monday February 13th, 2023:
The Miami Heat during last night's outing sustained a difficult 108-112 loss against the Denver Nuggets. Heat in the 1st quarter were in a 10-0 run after Orlando Robinson knocked down a nice layup off a Jimmy Butler pass, 20-13. This run was sparked by the defense forcing stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. The Heat in one shot 53% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 18 points in the paint. Including 0 turnovers while scoring 7 second chance buckets and 4 on the fast break. Miami facilitated the ball to create open space, and it led to quality shots falling, whether it be from the field or long distance. They executed second chance, and fast break opportunities while capitalizing in the paint. During the 2nd quarter Jimmy Butler late would force a tie after burying a three point jumper, 59-59. Miami wrapped up the 2nd by spotting in an overall 40% and scored 2 of their 22 total points in the paint with 2 turnovers. The Heat were able to knock down quality shots from the field and hammered the Denver defense behind the arc. Miami did continue to dominate second chance opportunities due to good rebounding and kept turnovers to a minimum, but points in the paint were shutdown due to the Nuggets clogging the lanes. Miami scored 7 fast break points, 17 second chance buckets, went 5 for 5 from the free throw line and walked into halftime down 62-63. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Strus would drop in a layup but Miami trailed 79-87. Miami closed out the 3rd by shooting 42% from the field while scoring 10 paint points and turned the ball over 1 time. Miami worked well inside the paint as they scored efficiently and shot the ball extremely well from the field, but they had their issues from deep as Denver closed out and forced tough shot attempts. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Caleb Martin would drive to the rim for a nice layup, 96-99. Heat in the 4th shot 44% from the field with 5 turnovers added and racked up 20 points in the paint. They scored 4 second chance buckets and 4 on the fast break. The Heat in the final minutes of this game did a great job of attacking the paint while getting good shots to fall from the field, and capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities, but lacked three point shooting and turned the ball over a ton. Miami shot 18 of 20 from the free throw line, scored 24 second chance buckets, recorded 13 on the fast break, tallied 54 paint points and dropped off to a 32-26 record.
Jokic's double double was just enough and it led the Nuggets over Heat by a score of 112-108. Denver have won 2 striaght and sit 1st throughout the Western Conference. Thomas Bryant late in the 1st would barrel to the cup for beauty of a layup, 22-31. The Nuggets through one shot 55% from the field with 3 three pointer attached and tallied 14 points in the paint. Along with turning the ball over 3 times. The Nuggets did most of their damage inside the paint due to players making good cuts to the rim on quality passes. Unfortunately, they struggled from deep as they couldn't get a basket to drop and fast break opportunities were eliminated. Then during the 2nd quarter Denver would get off to a 7-0 run after Thomas Bryant knocked down a contested layup, 38-40. Thus run was set up by forcing stops defensively and the offense scored quick in transition. Few plays later and Denver would snag a lead thanks to Caldwell Pope sinking in three poimt jumper, 41-40. This was the Nuggets first lead since the beginning of the 1st. Moving ahead, towards the late stages of the quarter Jokic off a Bruce Brown pass would spot up a mid range jumper, 54-51. Denver capped off quarter 2 by shooting 61% from the field while lacing in 4 made three's and added 12 points in the paint. Nuggets turned the ball over 3 more times and scored 4 second chance baksets. The Nuggets from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on great ball movement and dominated inside the paint. They executed much better on second chance opportunities, but continued to shoot themselves in the foot with multiple turnovers. Denver snagged 26 total points, picked up 2 fast break scores amd entered halftime with a 63-62 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Nikola Jokic would cut to the rim before knocking in a one handed layup, 80-73. Denver conckuded the 3rd by spalshing in 63% from the field and scored 14 of their 40 total points in the paint while giving the ball away 3 times. The Nuggets punished Miami when getting inside the paint and from the field they got quality shots too drop, but they gave the ball away a bit too much and fast break opportunities continued too be a problem. Now in the 4th quarter Michael Porter Jr woukd drive his way to the cup for much needed layup, 101-96. Denver said good riddence to the 4th by shooting 59% with 2 made three's and raked up 18 points in the paint. That includes 7 turnovers and they added 3 points when utilizing the fast break. The Nuggets down the strech executed good ball movement, and got shots to fall consistently from the field. They capitalized on fast break opportunities as well. Denver is very lucky they escaped with a win because they were turnover machines all game long. Nuggets picked up 5 fast break points, recorded 58 points in the paint, gave the ball away 13 times and improved to a 40-18 record.
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Saturday February 11th, 2023: The new look Nets during last nights matchup suffered a disappointing 98-101 loss to the 76ers. Nets are 5th place in the East and dropped to a 17-11 record at home. Nets in the 1st quarter would regain their lead after Cam Thomas from inside the arc buried a fading mid range jumper, 28-24. Nets in one shot 38% from the field and scored 10 points in the paint with 2 turnovers added. Also, they scored 9 second chance buckets and tallied 6 on the fast break. The Nets offense did a great job of setting each other up with good passes, and it would lead to quality shots falling from the field. They capitalized on second chance, and fast break opportunities while dominating inside the paint, but struggled from deep as they went 4 of 13 to start. Then during the 2nd quarter Dinwiddie woukd force a steal off Embiid's bad pass and in transition he found Cam Thomas who hammered doen the one handed jam, 56-46. Nets were on a 12-2 run due the defense forcing quick turnovers and the offense to scored in transition. Brooklyn closed out the 3rd by spotting in 45% from the field while scoring 8 points in the paint and scored 3 second chance buckets. Along with 1 turnover added and outscored Philly 32-26. The Nets from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on good ball movement and dominated inside the paint. They continued to capitalize on second chance opportunities and kept turnovers to a low. Nets recorded 18 paint points, piled up a combined 12 second chance scores and entered halftime with a 60-52 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Mikal Bridges would splash in a nice three point jumper, 71-60. Keep in mind that Bridges at this time had 20 points on the night so far. The Nets wrapped up quarter 3 by knocking down 41% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 8 of their 26 total points in the paint. That includes 6 second chance scores and coughed the ball up twice. The Nets from the field were able to utilize screens to help free up space, and it allowed for quality shots to fall. Brooklyn dominated second chance opportunities, and turnovers were limited. A quarter later during the 4th Dinwiddie would barrel to the rim before hammering down a two handed jam, 98-95 with 1:45 left. This would end the Nets scoreless drought after going 5 minutes without a bakset. The Nets concluded the 4th shooting barely 40% with 3 three pointers made and scored 8 paint points. The Nets in crunch time just couldn't get shots to fall weather it was from the field or beyond the arc, and struggled in ball security. One positive would be that they capitalized in paint points. Nets secured 18 second chance buckets with 12 coming in the fast break, tallied 23 team assists and dropped off to a 33-23 record.
Embiid and Harden were combined for 66 points and it led the 76ers past the Nets by a score of 101-98. Philadelphia is in 3rd place throughout the Eastern Conference and are 15-11 on the road. Sixers in the 1st quarter were off to a 6-0 run after Embiid sunk in a nicley made layup, 24-26. This run was let off by quick stops and easy scores in transition. Sixers through one shot an overall 30% and scored 6 points in the paint while turning the ball over twice. The Sixers offense came out flat to start this quarter. They shot the ball poorly whether it be from the field or long distance and struggled inside the paint due to Boston eliminating the middle of the lane. Shifting into the 2nd quarter James Harden with 1:24 to go would sink in a mid range floater, 48-56. The Sixers capped off the 2nd by shooting 44% from the field and tallied 12 points in the paint with 3 turnovers combined. Including 2 points on the fast break. The Sixers shot the ball extremely well from the field, and were efficient in the paint, but fast break opportunities were eliminated, and they still couldn't get a three pointer to drop. Sixers pulled in 18 points in the paint, Philly scored 8 points off the Nets 3 turns and slipped into halftime facing a 52-60 deficit. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Tyrese Maxey would blow past his defender before knocking down a nice one handed layup, 69-75. Philly in the 3rd shot 44% from the field with 0 made three's and scored 14 of their 32 total points in the paint. They turned the ball over 4 times as well. Philadelphia's offense shot the ball efficiently from the field and executed inside the paint, but they continue to struggle from behind the three point line and turned the ball over one too many times. Later on in the 4th quarter Embiid would hit a fading mid range jumper and it brought Philly within a poimt, 95-96. Afterwards, with 5 ticks left Embiid would get fouled and it sent him to the line where he knocked in two clutch free throws, 99-98. Sixers were on a 14-2 run as the defense forced quality stops and the offense scored quickly in transition or at the free throw line. Philly sealed up the 4th by splashing in 41% from the field and scored 8 points in the paint while turning it over 3 times. The 76ers down the strech got critical shots to fall from the field and at the free throw line. They executed in the paint but lacked three point shooting and had second chance opportunities eliminated. Sixers racked up 11 second chance buckets, scored 40 points in the paint and moved up to a 36-19 record.
Saturday February 11th, 2023: The new look Nets during last nights matchup suffered a disappointing 98-101 loss to the 76ers. Nets are 5th place in the East and dropped to a 17-11 record at home. Nets in the 1st quarter would regain their lead after Cam Thomas from inside the arc buried a fading mid range jumper, 28-24. Nets in one shot 38% from the field and scored 10 points in the paint with 2 turnovers added. Also, they scored 9 second chance buckets and tallied 6 on the fast break. The Nets offense did a great job of setting each other up with good passes, and it would lead to quality shots falling from the field. They capitalized on second chance, and fast break opportunities while dominating inside the paint, but struggled from deep as they went 4 of 13 to start. Then during the 2nd quarter Dinwiddie woukd force a steal off Embiid's bad pass and in transition he found Cam Thomas who hammered doen the one handed jam, 56-46. Nets were on a 12-2 run due the defense forcing quick turnovers and the offense to scored in transition. Brooklyn closed out the 3rd by spotting in 45% from the field while scoring 8 points in the paint and scored 3 second chance buckets. Along with 1 turnover added and outscored Philly 32-26. The Nets from the field and when going deep were getting solid shots to fall on good ball movement and dominated inside the paint. They continued to capitalize on second chance opportunities and kept turnovers to a low. Nets recorded 18 paint points, piled up a combined 12 second chance scores and entered halftime with a 60-52 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Mikal Bridges would splash in a nice three point jumper, 71-60. Keep in mind that Bridges at this time had 20 points on the night so far. The Nets wrapped up quarter 3 by knocking down 41% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 8 of their 26 total points in the paint. That includes 6 second chance scores and coughed the ball up twice. The Nets from the field were able to utilize screens to help free up space, and it allowed for quality shots to fall. Brooklyn dominated second chance opportunities, and turnovers were limited. A quarter later during the 4th Dinwiddie would barrel to the rim before hammering down a two handed jam, 98-95 with 1:45 left. This would end the Nets scoreless drought after going 5 minutes without a bakset. The Nets concluded the 4th shooting barely 40% with 3 three pointers made and scored 8 paint points. The Nets in crunch time just couldn't get shots to fall weather it was from the field or beyond the arc, and struggled in ball security. One positive would be that they capitalized in paint points. Nets secured 18 second chance buckets with 12 coming in the fast break, tallied 23 team assists and dropped off to a 33-23 record.
Embiid and Harden were combined for 66 points and it led the 76ers past the Nets by a score of 101-98. Philadelphia is in 3rd place throughout the Eastern Conference and are 15-11 on the road. Sixers in the 1st quarter were off to a 6-0 run after Embiid sunk in a nicley made layup, 24-26. This run was let off by quick stops and easy scores in transition. Sixers through one shot an overall 30% and scored 6 points in the paint while turning the ball over twice. The Sixers offense came out flat to start this quarter. They shot the ball poorly whether it be from the field or long distance and struggled inside the paint due to Boston eliminating the middle of the lane. Shifting into the 2nd quarter James Harden with 1:24 to go would sink in a mid range floater, 48-56. The Sixers capped off the 2nd by shooting 44% from the field and tallied 12 points in the paint with 3 turnovers combined. Including 2 points on the fast break. The Sixers shot the ball extremely well from the field, and were efficient in the paint, but fast break opportunities were eliminated, and they still couldn't get a three pointer to drop. Sixers pulled in 18 points in the paint, Philly scored 8 points off the Nets 3 turns and slipped into halftime facing a 52-60 deficit. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Tyrese Maxey would blow past his defender before knocking down a nice one handed layup, 69-75. Philly in the 3rd shot 44% from the field with 0 made three's and scored 14 of their 32 total points in the paint. They turned the ball over 4 times as well. Philadelphia's offense shot the ball efficiently from the field and executed inside the paint, but they continue to struggle from behind the three point line and turned the ball over one too many times. Later on in the 4th quarter Embiid would hit a fading mid range jumper and it brought Philly within a poimt, 95-96. Afterwards, with 5 ticks left Embiid would get fouled and it sent him to the line where he knocked in two clutch free throws, 99-98. Sixers were on a 14-2 run as the defense forced quality stops and the offense scored quickly in transition or at the free throw line. Philly sealed up the 4th by splashing in 41% from the field and scored 8 points in the paint while turning it over 3 times. The 76ers down the strech got critical shots to fall from the field and at the free throw line. They executed in the paint but lacked three point shooting and had second chance opportunities eliminated. Sixers racked up 11 second chance buckets, scored 40 points in the paint and moved up to a 36-19 record.
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Friday February 10th, 2023: The Hornets fall to the high powered Boston Celtics after suffering a 116-127 loss. The Hornets atr atop 6 straight losses in a row and are in last place in the East. Terry Rozier in the 1st quarter delivered mid range jumper, 21-23. The Hornets through one shot 40% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 6 points in the paint. Including 4 second chance and fast break points while turning the ball over 4 times. Hornets from the field generated quality shots on solid ball rotation and capitalized on the both second chance and fast break opportunities. Although, they've struggled from deep due Boston eliminating open looks and the paint was shutdown. During the 2nd quarter Dennis smith late would launch in a three point jumper but trailed 53-71. The Hornets shot 44% from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and turned the rock over 3 times. They acquired 6 second chance scores with 4 coming on the fast break. Offensively, Charlotte were getting shots to go in from the field and continued to dominate both second chance and fast break opportunities. Also, they executed in the paint but struggled in giveaways. Hornets would utilize 10 second chance buckets, scored 10 on the fast break, secured 18 points in the paint and entered halftime down 53-71. Shifting into the 3rd quarter McGovens would drive to the rim for contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 75-94. The Hornets were off to an 8-0 run due to the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Charlotte closed out the 3rd by knocking down 43% from the field with 1 turnover tallied and snagged 14 of their 32 total points in the paint. The Hornets would secure 4 second chance points and 5 when utilizing the fast break. Charlotte created separation by delivering good passes, and they shot the ball efficiently from the field, as most of their points came in the paint. The Hornets would go on to punish the Celtics by capitalizing on second chance buckets and executed in transition. One main concern was still their three point shooting. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Rozier dialed up a nicley made three, 106-113. Hornets concluded the 4th by shooting 48% from the field with 4 made three's and jammed in 14 paint points. They would add in 5 second chance points and turned the ball over 5 times. The Hornets assisted the ball to help generate open looks, and it would lead to quality shots falling, whether it be from the field or long range and were excellent in the paint, yet they matched Boston basket for basket, and had issues keeping turnovers to a low. They managed to dominate fast break opportunities as well. The Hornets scored 20 fast break points, tallied 48 in the piant and dropped down to a 15-42 record.
Tatum's 41 point performance was enough to lead the Celtics past the Hornets by a score of 127-116. Celtics stand in 1st place in the East with the Bucks tailing them by one game and won their 40th bout of the year. In the 1st quarter Payton Pritchard would toss up an alley oop pass to Tatum who hammered down a two handed slam, 23-19. Boston in one shot 45% from the field with 5 three pointers attached and scored 10 points in the paint. Along with turning the ball over twice and reeled in 8 assists. Celtics on good ball movement got quality shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance and were effective inside the paint, but it was the poor three point shooting and struggles on the fast break that slowed them down. Defensively they blocked shots and forced steals. Then in the 2nd quarter Derrick White would knock down a three point jumper thus going up 55-35. Afterwards, Jayson Tatum would lace in a three point jumper of his own, 60-41. Celtics ended the 2nd by shooting 52% from the field while adding 2 points in the paint and coughed the ball up 3 times. That includes 11 three pointers made. Boston did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. However, they gave the ball away a bit to much and had points in the paint eliminated. Boston recorded 4 fast break points, scored 8 points off the Hornets 7 turnovers and slipped into halftime with a 71-53 lead. Now in the 3rd quarter Jayson Tatum off a Grant Williams pass would drop off a three point jumper, 84-60. Don't let this lead fool you because at this point in time they were missing consecutive shots and were turnover machines. Boston wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in 51% from the field with 4 made three's and racked up 12 points in the paint. As well as adding 7 turnovers and 4 second chance scores. The Celtics picked up their game late as they got good shots to fall from the field and behind the three point line. They dominated the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance buckets and were efficient inside the paint but they were slowed down with continuous turnovers. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Jayson Tatum in the 4th would bury a deep three pointer, 113-96. Celtics shot 49% from the field and scored 8 of their 34 total points in the paint with 5 coming on the fast break. The C's in crunch time were getting key shots to fall from the field and hammered Charlotte from beyond the arc. They executed on fast break opportunities and did damage inside the paint. Boston in the 4th turned the ball over 3 out of their 12 total times, scored 13 times off the Hornets 13 turns and improved to a 40-16 record.
Friday February 10th, 2023: The Hornets fall to the high powered Boston Celtics after suffering a 116-127 loss. The Hornets atr atop 6 straight losses in a row and are in last place in the East. Terry Rozier in the 1st quarter delivered mid range jumper, 21-23. The Hornets through one shot 40% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 6 points in the paint. Including 4 second chance and fast break points while turning the ball over 4 times. Hornets from the field generated quality shots on solid ball rotation and capitalized on the both second chance and fast break opportunities. Although, they've struggled from deep due Boston eliminating open looks and the paint was shutdown. During the 2nd quarter Dennis smith late would launch in a three point jumper but trailed 53-71. The Hornets shot 44% from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and turned the rock over 3 times. They acquired 6 second chance scores with 4 coming on the fast break. Offensively, Charlotte were getting shots to go in from the field and continued to dominate both second chance and fast break opportunities. Also, they executed in the paint but struggled in giveaways. Hornets would utilize 10 second chance buckets, scored 10 on the fast break, secured 18 points in the paint and entered halftime down 53-71. Shifting into the 3rd quarter McGovens would drive to the rim for contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 75-94. The Hornets were off to an 8-0 run due to the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Charlotte closed out the 3rd by knocking down 43% from the field with 1 turnover tallied and snagged 14 of their 32 total points in the paint. The Hornets would secure 4 second chance points and 5 when utilizing the fast break. Charlotte created separation by delivering good passes, and they shot the ball efficiently from the field, as most of their points came in the paint. The Hornets would go on to punish the Celtics by capitalizing on second chance buckets and executed in transition. One main concern was still their three point shooting. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Rozier dialed up a nicley made three, 106-113. Hornets concluded the 4th by shooting 48% from the field with 4 made three's and jammed in 14 paint points. They would add in 5 second chance points and turned the ball over 5 times. The Hornets assisted the ball to help generate open looks, and it would lead to quality shots falling, whether it be from the field or long range and were excellent in the paint, yet they matched Boston basket for basket, and had issues keeping turnovers to a low. They managed to dominate fast break opportunities as well. The Hornets scored 20 fast break points, tallied 48 in the piant and dropped down to a 15-42 record.
Tatum's 41 point performance was enough to lead the Celtics past the Hornets by a score of 127-116. Celtics stand in 1st place in the East with the Bucks tailing them by one game and won their 40th bout of the year. In the 1st quarter Payton Pritchard would toss up an alley oop pass to Tatum who hammered down a two handed slam, 23-19. Boston in one shot 45% from the field with 5 three pointers attached and scored 10 points in the paint. Along with turning the ball over twice and reeled in 8 assists. Celtics on good ball movement got quality shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance and were effective inside the paint, but it was the poor three point shooting and struggles on the fast break that slowed them down. Defensively they blocked shots and forced steals. Then in the 2nd quarter Derrick White would knock down a three point jumper thus going up 55-35. Afterwards, Jayson Tatum would lace in a three point jumper of his own, 60-41. Celtics ended the 2nd by shooting 52% from the field while adding 2 points in the paint and coughed the ball up 3 times. That includes 11 three pointers made. Boston did a great job of finding the open man while knocking down solid shots from the field and behind the arc. However, they gave the ball away a bit to much and had points in the paint eliminated. Boston recorded 4 fast break points, scored 8 points off the Hornets 7 turnovers and slipped into halftime with a 71-53 lead. Now in the 3rd quarter Jayson Tatum off a Grant Williams pass would drop off a three point jumper, 84-60. Don't let this lead fool you because at this point in time they were missing consecutive shots and were turnover machines. Boston wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in 51% from the field with 4 made three's and racked up 12 points in the paint. As well as adding 7 turnovers and 4 second chance scores. The Celtics picked up their game late as they got good shots to fall from the field and behind the three point line. They dominated the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance buckets and were efficient inside the paint but they were slowed down with continuous turnovers. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Jayson Tatum in the 4th would bury a deep three pointer, 113-96. Celtics shot 49% from the field and scored 8 of their 34 total points in the paint with 5 coming on the fast break. The C's in crunch time were getting key shots to fall from the field and hammered Charlotte from beyond the arc. They executed on fast break opportunities and did damage inside the paint. Boston in the 4th turned the ball over 3 out of their 12 total times, scored 13 times off the Hornets 13 turns and improved to a 40-16 record.
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COMING HOME: In a multiteam deal with Detroit the Warriors would get Gary Payton from Portland while giving up Kevin Knox and 5 secomd round selections. Gary Payton the second is heading back to the Warriors for the first time since last year, where they walked out NBA Champions. Now Payton in space does a great job of driving to the rim and finishing with flashy dunks. From time to time he can shoot the ball extremely well from the field or behind the three point line. Payton is averaging 4.1 in points while shooting 58% from the field, gained a 1.5 in assists and snagged a 2.6 in rebounds. Also, he is knocking down 52% from deep.
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BREAKING: The Celtics trade Justin Jackson to the Thunder and in return they got Mike Muscala. Now Muscala isn't going to wow you in points per game as he averages a 6.2 but can shoot the ball efficiently from the field or long distance. Also, he executes well in the paint. As for his defense Muscala is a solid rim protector and defends opposomg players well. Understand that Muscala was strictly brought here to play defense and score when he needs to. Muscala is averaving 6.2 in points per game while shooting 43%, snagged 3.1 in rebounds and 0.7 in assists.
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BREAKING: Jae Crowder getting shipped off to the Bucks for the Nets 2nd round draft pick. Now Crowder is an all around type of player. He can shoot the ball extremely well doesn't matter if it's from the field or beyond the arc and finishes at the rim. Crowder is averaging 9.4 in points per game, 5.3 in rebounds per game and a 1.9 in assists per game. Along with shooting an overall 30%.
COMING HOME: In a multiteam deal with Detroit the Warriors would get Gary Payton from Portland while giving up Kevin Knox and 5 secomd round selections. Gary Payton the second is heading back to the Warriors for the first time since last year, where they walked out NBA Champions. Now Payton in space does a great job of driving to the rim and finishing with flashy dunks. From time to time he can shoot the ball extremely well from the field or behind the three point line. Payton is averaging 4.1 in points while shooting 58% from the field, gained a 1.5 in assists and snagged a 2.6 in rebounds. Also, he is knocking down 52% from deep.
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BREAKING: The Celtics trade Justin Jackson to the Thunder and in return they got Mike Muscala. Now Muscala isn't going to wow you in points per game as he averages a 6.2 but can shoot the ball efficiently from the field or long distance. Also, he executes well in the paint. As for his defense Muscala is a solid rim protector and defends opposomg players well. Understand that Muscala was strictly brought here to play defense and score when he needs to. Muscala is averaving 6.2 in points per game while shooting 43%, snagged 3.1 in rebounds and 0.7 in assists.
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BREAKING: Jae Crowder getting shipped off to the Bucks for the Nets 2nd round draft pick. Now Crowder is an all around type of player. He can shoot the ball extremely well doesn't matter if it's from the field or beyond the arc and finishes at the rim. Crowder is averaging 9.4 in points per game, 5.3 in rebounds per game and a 1.9 in assists per game. Along with shooting an overall 30%.
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INJURY UPDATE: The Celtics will be without Jaylen Brown for a few weeks due suffering a facial fracture in a 109-99 win over Philadelphia. Now in the 2nd quarter Jaylen Brown was attempting to go after a rebound before Tatum's elbow connected clean to his jaw. Brown did manage to get up but was eventually seen going to the back and never returned. So far Jaylen Brown this season has averaged 26.5 in poimts per game, 7.0 in rebounds and a 3.2 in assists per game. Brown is shooting 48% from the field and 33% when going deep.
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Thursday February 9th, 2023: The Lakers suffer a disappointing 106-115 loss to the high powered Milwaukee Bucks. Lakers remain standing in 13th place throughout the Western Conference and have lost 2 consecutive games in a row. Lonnie Walker in the 1st quarter with over 3 minutes to go would bury a three point jumper and it gave the Lakers a 24-22 lead. LA in one shot 51% from the field while going 3 of 8 from deep and scored 12 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance buckets on 4 rebounds and turned the ball over twice. The Lakers from the field were able to solid shots to fall on good ball movement and were effective inside the paint. Also, they dominated the offensive glass as it as it led to easy second chance scores and limited turnovers yet they struggled from deep. In the 2nd quarter Austin Reaves would crossover Antetokunmpo before barreling to the rim for nice one handed layup, 42-31 with over 7 minutes to go. LA after that, would extend their lead thanks to Reaves hitting a three point J with 2 ticks left, 58-50. In the 2nd LA shot 47% from the field while scoring 10 of their 22 total points in the paint and coughed the ball up 5 times. They acquired 1 made three and scored 4 second chance buckets to go along. Los Angeles created separation by using screens and spaced the field with good passes and it allowed for a high percentage of shots to fall. Along with capitalizing on second chance scores and were effective in the paint but they struggled in ball security and couldn't buy a basket from deep. LA scored 9 second chance points in total, 2 snagged 2 on the fast break and entered halftime with a 58-50 lead. Later on in the 3rd quarter Dennis Schroder would lace in a mid range J to give the Lakers a 52-46 lead. LA ended the 3rd quarter by spotting in 48% from the field with 1 three pointer attached and added 12 points in the paint. Lakers turned the ball over 4 times and got outscored 38-23. Los Angeles still had their problems from deep due Milwaukee eliminating open looks and continuously gave the ball away but they managed to attack the paint at a high level and got consistent shots to fall from the field. Going into the 4th quarter LA midway in would force a tie after Schroder off the glass knocked down a mid range jumper, 94-94. Moments after, with 5:18 left Troy Brown would launch a three point jumper, 101-106. LA wrapped up the 4th by shooting 47% Lakers were able to spot in quality shots from the field and were efficient inside the paint but down the strech they matched Milwaukee basket for bakset and lacked three point shooting. Keep in mind that everytime LA got close to Milwaukee's lead they would just pull away. Lakers hauled in 11 second chance opportunities, secured 44 combined points in the paint, turned the ball over 12 times and dropped down to a 25-31 record.
Bucks keep on rolling after they defeat the Los Angeles Lakers by a score of 115-106. Bucks have 9 straight games in a row and remain sitting in 2nd place throughout the entire Eastern Conference. In the 1st quarter Jrue Holiday from the baseline drilled in a three point jumper, 20-17. Bucks through 1 shot 43% from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and gave the ball away twice. They secured 5 second chance scores on 2 offensive boards and went 4 for 15 from behind the arc. Milwaukee attacked the paint early off players making good cuts to the rim and from the field they got quality shots to fall. The Bucks capitalized on second chance buckets due to good rebounding and kept turnovers to minimum. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Khris Middleton would sink in a fading mid range jumper, 48-52. Bucks capped off quarter 2 by shooting 40% from the field while scoring 10 points in the paint and 5 when utilizing the fast break. As well as turning it over 4 times. The Bucks remained dominate in the paint and were getting solid shots to drop from the field while executing second chance opportunities. Although, they have struggled in ball protection and couldn't buy a basket from downtown. Bucks pulled in 3 fast break points, 22 total in the paint, scored 11 second chance buckets and slipped into halftime facing a 50-58 deficit. We now turn out attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Antetokunmpo would sink in a nicley made three, 62-64. Bucks happen to be on a 12-4 run due to the defense forcing solid stops and offense scored quickly in transition. Few possessions later the Bucks would be on a 10-0 run after Lopez buried a three pointer and gave the Bucks their first lead since late in the 1st, 73-70. This run was sparked by the defense forcing positive stops and the offense in transition responsed with quick points. Bucks shot 45% from the field and scored 7 second chance buckets with 6 coming on the fast break. That'll include 5 three pointers and racked up 12 points in the paint. The Bucks got shots to fall efficiently weather it was from the field or long distance and couldn't be stopped inside the paint. Milwaukee continued to do damage in second chance scoring and capitalized on fast break opportunities. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Holiday would knock in a game ending layup, 113-106. The Bucks in concluded the 4th quarter by knocking in 45% from the field and recorded 18 paint points with 2 three pointers made. They managed to tack on 5 second chance baksets and turned the ball over twice. Milwaukee generated open looks by delivering quality passes and shot the ball extremely well from the field. They also punished the Lakers when getting to the paint and executed second chance scoring. Bucks piled up 23 second chance buckets on 16 rebounds, gained 10 on the fast break, scored 54 points in the pant and improved to a 38-17 record.
INJURY UPDATE: The Celtics will be without Jaylen Brown for a few weeks due suffering a facial fracture in a 109-99 win over Philadelphia. Now in the 2nd quarter Jaylen Brown was attempting to go after a rebound before Tatum's elbow connected clean to his jaw. Brown did manage to get up but was eventually seen going to the back and never returned. So far Jaylen Brown this season has averaged 26.5 in poimts per game, 7.0 in rebounds and a 3.2 in assists per game. Brown is shooting 48% from the field and 33% when going deep.
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Thursday February 9th, 2023: The Lakers suffer a disappointing 106-115 loss to the high powered Milwaukee Bucks. Lakers remain standing in 13th place throughout the Western Conference and have lost 2 consecutive games in a row. Lonnie Walker in the 1st quarter with over 3 minutes to go would bury a three point jumper and it gave the Lakers a 24-22 lead. LA in one shot 51% from the field while going 3 of 8 from deep and scored 12 points in the paint. That includes 5 second chance buckets on 4 rebounds and turned the ball over twice. The Lakers from the field were able to solid shots to fall on good ball movement and were effective inside the paint. Also, they dominated the offensive glass as it as it led to easy second chance scores and limited turnovers yet they struggled from deep. In the 2nd quarter Austin Reaves would crossover Antetokunmpo before barreling to the rim for nice one handed layup, 42-31 with over 7 minutes to go. LA after that, would extend their lead thanks to Reaves hitting a three point J with 2 ticks left, 58-50. In the 2nd LA shot 47% from the field while scoring 10 of their 22 total points in the paint and coughed the ball up 5 times. They acquired 1 made three and scored 4 second chance buckets to go along. Los Angeles created separation by using screens and spaced the field with good passes and it allowed for a high percentage of shots to fall. Along with capitalizing on second chance scores and were effective in the paint but they struggled in ball security and couldn't buy a basket from deep. LA scored 9 second chance points in total, 2 snagged 2 on the fast break and entered halftime with a 58-50 lead. Later on in the 3rd quarter Dennis Schroder would lace in a mid range J to give the Lakers a 52-46 lead. LA ended the 3rd quarter by spotting in 48% from the field with 1 three pointer attached and added 12 points in the paint. Lakers turned the ball over 4 times and got outscored 38-23. Los Angeles still had their problems from deep due Milwaukee eliminating open looks and continuously gave the ball away but they managed to attack the paint at a high level and got consistent shots to fall from the field. Going into the 4th quarter LA midway in would force a tie after Schroder off the glass knocked down a mid range jumper, 94-94. Moments after, with 5:18 left Troy Brown would launch a three point jumper, 101-106. LA wrapped up the 4th by shooting 47% Lakers were able to spot in quality shots from the field and were efficient inside the paint but down the strech they matched Milwaukee basket for bakset and lacked three point shooting. Keep in mind that everytime LA got close to Milwaukee's lead they would just pull away. Lakers hauled in 11 second chance opportunities, secured 44 combined points in the paint, turned the ball over 12 times and dropped down to a 25-31 record.
Bucks keep on rolling after they defeat the Los Angeles Lakers by a score of 115-106. Bucks have 9 straight games in a row and remain sitting in 2nd place throughout the entire Eastern Conference. In the 1st quarter Jrue Holiday from the baseline drilled in a three point jumper, 20-17. Bucks through 1 shot 43% from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and gave the ball away twice. They secured 5 second chance scores on 2 offensive boards and went 4 for 15 from behind the arc. Milwaukee attacked the paint early off players making good cuts to the rim and from the field they got quality shots to fall. The Bucks capitalized on second chance buckets due to good rebounding and kept turnovers to minimum. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Khris Middleton would sink in a fading mid range jumper, 48-52. Bucks capped off quarter 2 by shooting 40% from the field while scoring 10 points in the paint and 5 when utilizing the fast break. As well as turning it over 4 times. The Bucks remained dominate in the paint and were getting solid shots to drop from the field while executing second chance opportunities. Although, they have struggled in ball protection and couldn't buy a basket from downtown. Bucks pulled in 3 fast break points, 22 total in the paint, scored 11 second chance buckets and slipped into halftime facing a 50-58 deficit. We now turn out attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Antetokunmpo would sink in a nicley made three, 62-64. Bucks happen to be on a 12-4 run due to the defense forcing solid stops and offense scored quickly in transition. Few possessions later the Bucks would be on a 10-0 run after Lopez buried a three pointer and gave the Bucks their first lead since late in the 1st, 73-70. This run was sparked by the defense forcing positive stops and the offense in transition responsed with quick points. Bucks shot 45% from the field and scored 7 second chance buckets with 6 coming on the fast break. That'll include 5 three pointers and racked up 12 points in the paint. The Bucks got shots to fall efficiently weather it was from the field or long distance and couldn't be stopped inside the paint. Milwaukee continued to do damage in second chance scoring and capitalized on fast break opportunities. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Holiday would knock in a game ending layup, 113-106. The Bucks in concluded the 4th quarter by knocking in 45% from the field and recorded 18 paint points with 2 three pointers made. They managed to tack on 5 second chance baksets and turned the ball over twice. Milwaukee generated open looks by delivering quality passes and shot the ball extremely well from the field. They also punished the Lakers when getting to the paint and executed second chance scoring. Bucks piled up 23 second chance buckets on 16 rebounds, gained 10 on the fast break, scored 54 points in the pant and improved to a 38-17 record.
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BREAKING: Lakers have traded Thomas Bryant and 3 second round picks for Davon Reed. Now Thomas Bryant is a solid finisher when scoring inside the paint and is an efficient shooter from the field and long distance. He is a prolific rebounder as well and from time to time he finds the open man by delivering good passes. Bryant so far this season has averaged 12.1 in points per game on 65% shooting from the field, 6.8 in rebounds and 0.7 in assists.
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BREAKING: Spurs get Khem Birch and a 2024 draft selection after trading Joe Poeltl to the Raptors. Joe Poeltl will be a nice addition to the offense moving forward. Why? Well he can give you points when getting to the paint and is a great rebounder. As for his defensive skill set he will provide solid rim protection by blocking shots and can force steals. Poeltl is shooting 61% from the field on 12.1 points per game, 9 rebounds per game and 3.1 in assists.
BREAKING: Lakers have traded Thomas Bryant and 3 second round picks for Davon Reed. Now Thomas Bryant is a solid finisher when scoring inside the paint and is an efficient shooter from the field and long distance. He is a prolific rebounder as well and from time to time he finds the open man by delivering good passes. Bryant so far this season has averaged 12.1 in points per game on 65% shooting from the field, 6.8 in rebounds and 0.7 in assists.
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BREAKING: Spurs get Khem Birch and a 2024 draft selection after trading Joe Poeltl to the Raptors. Joe Poeltl will be a nice addition to the offense moving forward. Why? Well he can give you points when getting to the paint and is a great rebounder. As for his defensive skill set he will provide solid rim protection by blocking shots and can force steals. Poeltl is shooting 61% from the field on 12.1 points per game, 9 rebounds per game and 3.1 in assists.
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BREAKING: Piston trade Bey to the Hawks with 5 2nd round draft selections and in return they got James Wiseman. Now James Wiseman is a solid big man and if used right, he can really dominate in the coming years. James Wiseman does most of his damage inside the paint by consistently scoring and uses his size to pull down rebounds. Then on the defensive side of things, Wiseman is simply a solid rim protector and disrupts anyone who tries to get to the paint. Wiseman averages 12 points per game on 62% shooting, 3.5 in rebounds and 0.7 in assists. Keep note that Wiseman in his rookie year scored 21 points per game because he was healthy.
BREAKING: Piston trade Bey to the Hawks with 5 2nd round draft selections and in return they got James Wiseman. Now James Wiseman is a solid big man and if used right, he can really dominate in the coming years. James Wiseman does most of his damage inside the paint by consistently scoring and uses his size to pull down rebounds. Then on the defensive side of things, Wiseman is simply a solid rim protector and disrupts anyone who tries to get to the paint. Wiseman averages 12 points per game on 62% shooting, 3.5 in rebounds and 0.7 in assists. Keep note that Wiseman in his rookie year scored 21 points per game because he was healthy.
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BREAKING: Clippers get Bones Hyland from the Nuggets and 2 NBA draft selections. Bones Hyland is goimg to add so much depth to this Clippers offense down the strech during the second half of the season. Hyland from the field and behind the arc got a high percentage shots to fall while setting his players up with quality passes. Hyland this year is shooting an overall 30% on 12.1 points per game, 3.9 in assists and 2.0 in rebounds.
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BREAKING: The Magic snagged Patrick Beverly from the Lakers after trading away Mo Bamba. Patrick Beverley has the ability to blow past your best defender and finishes drives to the paint. Also, he makes noise on the defensive end with good shot blocking and generates fast break chances on quick steals. He has active hands that's for sure. Pat Bev is averaging 6.4 points per game on 40% shooting, 3.1 in rebounds and 2.6 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Clippers in a 3-team trade will acquire Eric Gordon, Danny Green and 3 second round draft picks. from the Rockets after giving away John Wall . Eric Gordon is a good spot up three point shooter and from the field he is able to drive and finish at the rim with defenders in a face.Gordon in 2023 has averaged 13.1 in points per game while shooting 43% from the field, added 2.1 in rebounding and 2.9 in assists.
BREAKING: Clippers get Bones Hyland from the Nuggets and 2 NBA draft selections. Bones Hyland is goimg to add so much depth to this Clippers offense down the strech during the second half of the season. Hyland from the field and behind the arc got a high percentage shots to fall while setting his players up with quality passes. Hyland this year is shooting an overall 30% on 12.1 points per game, 3.9 in assists and 2.0 in rebounds.
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BREAKING: The Magic snagged Patrick Beverly from the Lakers after trading away Mo Bamba. Patrick Beverley has the ability to blow past your best defender and finishes drives to the paint. Also, he makes noise on the defensive end with good shot blocking and generates fast break chances on quick steals. He has active hands that's for sure. Pat Bev is averaging 6.4 points per game on 40% shooting, 3.1 in rebounds and 2.6 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Clippers in a 3-team trade will acquire Eric Gordon, Danny Green and 3 second round draft picks. from the Rockets after giving away John Wall . Eric Gordon is a good spot up three point shooter and from the field he is able to drive and finish at the rim with defenders in a face.Gordon in 2023 has averaged 13.1 in points per game while shooting 43% from the field, added 2.1 in rebounding and 2.9 in assists.
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BREAKING: Lakers in a 3-team trade sent Westbrook to the Jazz and gave three second round Draft selections to Minnesota. In return the Lakers got Beasley, Vanderbilt and D'Angelo Russell. Now all three of these players combined have strong drive and finish abilities to the rim and can shoot the ball extremely well weather it's from the field or long distance. Including great ball handling skills. However, if you eliminate their scoring then they can hurt you by setting teammates up with nice assists. Each of these three payers are averaging a combined 39.6 in points per game, 10.6 in rebounds per game and 14.6 in assists.
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BREAKING: Josh Hart was traded to the Knicks for Cam Reddish and draft selection to the Trail Blazers. Now Josh Hart on the offensive side does a nice job of attacking the paint and is an efficient shooter from the field and when going deep. Along with solid rebounding when getting under the rim. Defensively Josh Hart has active hands by forcing quick steals and it usually leads to points in transition. Josh Hart so far this season has been averaging a 9.5 in poimts per game, 8.2 in rebounds per game and a 3.9 in assists while shooting 50% from the field and 34% behind the arc.
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BREAKING: The Suns have traded Bridges, Cam Johnson Crowder and four Draft selections to get Kevin Durant who happens to be a 2-Time NBA Finals MVP. Kevin Durant bringing his ability to knock down quality shots from the field and when going deep. Durant can also hurt defenses by finishing at the cup and does well in isolation. If you take his scoring away then he'll drop dimes to open teammates because when you double team him you'll leave someone else open. This will take some of the pressure off Chris Paul and Devin Booker. He's an efficient rebounder as well. Keep note that Durant has been out since Sunday with an MCL sprain to his right knee which was suffered during Sunday's 102-101 win against the Miami Heat. Durant before getting hurt has averaged 29.7 in points per game, 6.7 in rebounding per game and a 5.3 in assists. That includes 55% shooting from the field and 37% behind the arc.
BREAKING: Lakers in a 3-team trade sent Westbrook to the Jazz and gave three second round Draft selections to Minnesota. In return the Lakers got Beasley, Vanderbilt and D'Angelo Russell. Now all three of these players combined have strong drive and finish abilities to the rim and can shoot the ball extremely well weather it's from the field or long distance. Including great ball handling skills. However, if you eliminate their scoring then they can hurt you by setting teammates up with nice assists. Each of these three payers are averaging a combined 39.6 in points per game, 10.6 in rebounds per game and 14.6 in assists.
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BREAKING: Josh Hart was traded to the Knicks for Cam Reddish and draft selection to the Trail Blazers. Now Josh Hart on the offensive side does a nice job of attacking the paint and is an efficient shooter from the field and when going deep. Along with solid rebounding when getting under the rim. Defensively Josh Hart has active hands by forcing quick steals and it usually leads to points in transition. Josh Hart so far this season has been averaging a 9.5 in poimts per game, 8.2 in rebounds per game and a 3.9 in assists while shooting 50% from the field and 34% behind the arc.
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BREAKING: The Suns have traded Bridges, Cam Johnson Crowder and four Draft selections to get Kevin Durant who happens to be a 2-Time NBA Finals MVP. Kevin Durant bringing his ability to knock down quality shots from the field and when going deep. Durant can also hurt defenses by finishing at the cup and does well in isolation. If you take his scoring away then he'll drop dimes to open teammates because when you double team him you'll leave someone else open. This will take some of the pressure off Chris Paul and Devin Booker. He's an efficient rebounder as well. Keep note that Durant has been out since Sunday with an MCL sprain to his right knee which was suffered during Sunday's 102-101 win against the Miami Heat. Durant before getting hurt has averaged 29.7 in points per game, 6.7 in rebounding per game and a 5.3 in assists. That includes 55% shooting from the field and 37% behind the arc.
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Wednesday February 8th, 2023: Celtics lose Brown to a facial facture but the team still came out on top after snagging a 106-99 Victory, over the 76ers. Boston remains in 1st place throughout the East and have won their last two games in a row. Celtics in one shot 57% from the field while scoring 8 points in the paint and 2 on the fast break. They made 6 three's and gave the ball away 4 times. The Celtics got quality shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance and were effective in the paint. A few hiccups would be turning the ball over consistently and struggled in transition. In the 2nd quarter the Celtics lead would increase after Grant Williams sunk in a three point jumper 55-47. Boston ended the 2nd by knocking in 52% from the field and tallied 12 of their 20 total points in the paint and 4 when utilizing the fast break. Boston on great ball rotation got solid shots to fall from the field and behind the three point line. Celtics worked well inside the paint and capitalized on fast break chances. Boston snagged 6 fast break points, had 6 combined turnovers, shot 47% from downtown and slipped into the half with a 59-55 lead. We now turn to the midway point of the 3rd quarter, where Blake Griffin laced in a three point jumper from the corner and it gave his team a 72-64 lead. Boston concluded the 3rd quarter by lacing in 54% from the floor with 6 three's attached and scored 6 points in the paint. They turned it over 4 times and secured 0 points on the fast break. The Celtics offense from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall on a consistent basis due to great ball movement but they had issues in transition and paint points were eliminated. Transitioning into the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Derrick White would dial up a wide open three which pushed the Celtics lead to 103-97. The C's finsihed the 4th quarter by shooting an overall 50% and secured 10 points in paint with 3 turnovers added. Boston in crunch time made clutch shots from the field and behind the arc. Boston also found ways to limit mistakes and executed inside the paint. C's would snag 36 points in the paint, dished in 25 team assists and improved their record to 39-16.
The 76ers fall short of a win after goimg down 99-106 to the Celtics. Sixers are riding a 2-Game win streak and sit 3rd in the East. Joel Embiid in the 1st with over 4 minutes to go would bury a wide open three thus going up 21-18. Sixers through one shot 52% from the field and scored 8 points in the paint with 2 three's and gave the ball up 3 times. They added 7 points on the fast break as well. 76ers from the field got a variety of shots to fall at a high percentage and dominated in the paint. Along with executing on fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a minimum but struggled from deep. During the 2nd quarter P.J. Tucker would lace in a nicley made three and it brought Philadelphia within seven, 40-47. Philly capped off the 2nd by shooting 53% from the field while scoring 16 points in the paint and added 5 second chance scores. The 76ers shot the ball efficiently from the field and were excellent when getting to the paint. Unfortunately, they continue their struggles from behind the arc and fast break opportunities were eliminated after scoring only twice. Sixers recorded 24 total points in the paint, 7 on the fast break and entered halftime down 55-59. Going into the 3rd quarter Shake Milton would dial up a nice three pointer but the Sixers still trailed 72-78. Sixers wrapped up the 3rd by knocking down 50% from the field with 3 three pointers and 1 second chance bucket. That includes 1 total turnover. Philadelphia used screens to help create separation and it led to quality shots falling from the field yet they struggled in the paint due to Boston clogging the middle of the lane and second chance scores were shutdown. Now in the 4th quarter Phily would be on a 7-0 run after Thybulle buried a three point jumper, 94-98. This run was sparked by the defense getting quick stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Philly sealed off the 4th by splashing in 44% from the field with 2 three's and raked up 8 points in the paint. Sixers down the strech were able to get quality looks from the field by delivering nice passes and it allowed solid to fall but it was the lack of three point shooting that ultimately cost them. It just seemed like everytime Philly got close Boston would just pull ahead. One positive was that they didn't turn the ball over to much and were effective in the paint. Philadelphia scored 10 second chance buckets with 11 coming on the fast break, hauled in 38 paint points and staggered down to a 34-19 record.
Wednesday February 8th, 2023: Celtics lose Brown to a facial facture but the team still came out on top after snagging a 106-99 Victory, over the 76ers. Boston remains in 1st place throughout the East and have won their last two games in a row. Celtics in one shot 57% from the field while scoring 8 points in the paint and 2 on the fast break. They made 6 three's and gave the ball away 4 times. The Celtics got quality shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance and were effective in the paint. A few hiccups would be turning the ball over consistently and struggled in transition. In the 2nd quarter the Celtics lead would increase after Grant Williams sunk in a three point jumper 55-47. Boston ended the 2nd by knocking in 52% from the field and tallied 12 of their 20 total points in the paint and 4 when utilizing the fast break. Boston on great ball rotation got solid shots to fall from the field and behind the three point line. Celtics worked well inside the paint and capitalized on fast break chances. Boston snagged 6 fast break points, had 6 combined turnovers, shot 47% from downtown and slipped into the half with a 59-55 lead. We now turn to the midway point of the 3rd quarter, where Blake Griffin laced in a three point jumper from the corner and it gave his team a 72-64 lead. Boston concluded the 3rd quarter by lacing in 54% from the floor with 6 three's attached and scored 6 points in the paint. They turned it over 4 times and secured 0 points on the fast break. The Celtics offense from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall on a consistent basis due to great ball movement but they had issues in transition and paint points were eliminated. Transitioning into the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Derrick White would dial up a wide open three which pushed the Celtics lead to 103-97. The C's finsihed the 4th quarter by shooting an overall 50% and secured 10 points in paint with 3 turnovers added. Boston in crunch time made clutch shots from the field and behind the arc. Boston also found ways to limit mistakes and executed inside the paint. C's would snag 36 points in the paint, dished in 25 team assists and improved their record to 39-16.
The 76ers fall short of a win after goimg down 99-106 to the Celtics. Sixers are riding a 2-Game win streak and sit 3rd in the East. Joel Embiid in the 1st with over 4 minutes to go would bury a wide open three thus going up 21-18. Sixers through one shot 52% from the field and scored 8 points in the paint with 2 three's and gave the ball up 3 times. They added 7 points on the fast break as well. 76ers from the field got a variety of shots to fall at a high percentage and dominated in the paint. Along with executing on fast break opportunities and kept turnovers to a minimum but struggled from deep. During the 2nd quarter P.J. Tucker would lace in a nicley made three and it brought Philadelphia within seven, 40-47. Philly capped off the 2nd by shooting 53% from the field while scoring 16 points in the paint and added 5 second chance scores. The 76ers shot the ball efficiently from the field and were excellent when getting to the paint. Unfortunately, they continue their struggles from behind the arc and fast break opportunities were eliminated after scoring only twice. Sixers recorded 24 total points in the paint, 7 on the fast break and entered halftime down 55-59. Going into the 3rd quarter Shake Milton would dial up a nice three pointer but the Sixers still trailed 72-78. Sixers wrapped up the 3rd by knocking down 50% from the field with 3 three pointers and 1 second chance bucket. That includes 1 total turnover. Philadelphia used screens to help create separation and it led to quality shots falling from the field yet they struggled in the paint due to Boston clogging the middle of the lane and second chance scores were shutdown. Now in the 4th quarter Phily would be on a 7-0 run after Thybulle buried a three point jumper, 94-98. This run was sparked by the defense getting quick stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Philly sealed off the 4th by splashing in 44% from the field with 2 three's and raked up 8 points in the paint. Sixers down the strech were able to get quality looks from the field by delivering nice passes and it allowed solid to fall but it was the lack of three point shooting that ultimately cost them. It just seemed like everytime Philly got close Boston would just pull ahead. One positive was that they didn't turn the ball over to much and were effective in the paint. Philadelphia scored 10 second chance buckets with 11 coming on the fast break, hauled in 38 paint points and staggered down to a 34-19 record.
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Tuesday February 7th, 2023: LeBron James puts himself in NBA history but the Lakers still suffered a 130-133 loss. Lakers fall to 13-13 on home court and are sitting 13th in the West. In the 1st quarter Russell Westbrook would dial up a nicley made three thus going up 22-20. Lakers through one shot 52% from the field while making 5 three's and tallied 14 points in the paint. Also, they recorded 4 second chance scores and 4 on the fast break. The Lakers offense got buckets to fall weather it was from the field or long distance and executed in the paint. Along with capitalizing on second chance and fast break opportunities. During the 2nd quarter Russell Westbrook late would drop in a three point jumper but trailed 60-72. LA shot 51% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 14 paint points. They acquired 3 turnovers to go along and scored 4 fast break points. The Lakers from the field got shots to fall consistently due good ball movement and domianted inside the paint. They capitalized on fast break chances but struggled from deep and kept turning the ball over. Lakers raked in 28 paint points. 9 on the fast break and entered halftime down 66-76. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where LeBron James drilled in a three point jumper, 75-84. Lakers after that, continued to push as LeBron James hit a fading mid rage jumper, 99-104. Keep note that this bucket helped James surpass Kareem to become the all time scoring leader at 38,390 points. Lakers closed out the 3rd quarter by spotting in 56% from the field and coughed the ball up 7 times while tallying 20 points in the paint. LA attached 10 in the fast break. The Lakers got quality shots to drop from the field at a high a percentage and were efficient inside the paint. They were able to hammer Oklahoma City when scoring in transition yet they struggled from deep and carelessly turned it over. Heading into the 4th quarter Westbrook would get to the cup for a much needed layup, 126-131. Lakers in the 4th knocked in 57% from the field with 2 three's and scored 14 points down low. They dished in 4 on the fast break and turned the ball over 8 times. The Lakers moved the ball around to help generate open looks and it allowed for good shots fall from the field while executing in the paint and in transition. However, they were slowed down due to the lack of three point shooting and giveaways were ridiculous. Lakers in the 4th outscored Oklahoma City 31-29, slammed in 23 fast break points and dropped to 25-30 record.
The Thunder on the road spoil LeBron James and the Lakers night by picking up 133-130 Victory. Thunder sit 11th place in the West and moved their road record to 10-17. Gilgeous Alexander in the 1st quarter, with 28 ticks left, would bury a corner three 36-34. Thunder in one shot 57% from the field with 7 made three's, 6 points in the paint, including 5 second chance scores and 6 turnovers added. The Thunder from the field, and when going deep, were getting shots to fall on a consistent basis. They executed on fast break opportunities as well but had their struggles in the paint due to LA clogging the middle of the lanes and turned the ball over a bunch. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Josh Giddey would barrel to the rim for before knocking down a contested layup, 50-45. Thunder were off to a 10-0 due to the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Afterwards, with over 4 minutes to go Gilgeous Alexander would drive to the cup before knocking down a layup, 70-57. Thunder in the 2nd shot 59% from the field while making 5 three pointers and scored 5 second chance buckets. They added in and racked up 4 fast break points. Thunder shot the ball extremely well from the field and behind the arc while dominating second chance and fast break opportunities. They also did damage inside the paint. Thunder rain down 22 points in the paint, picked up 8 on the fast break and slipped into halftime with a 76-66 lead. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Oklahoma City would increase their lead after Williams got to the rim for a one handed layup, 88-78. Thunder capped off quarter 3 by shooting 56% from the field and raked in 14 points in the paint. While turning it over 4 times. Oklahoma City created open looks with good passing and it led to quality shots falling from the field while consistently attacking the paint. Thunder showed solid execution when given a fast break opportunity but continued to turn the ball over. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Jalen Williams would spot up a beautiful one handed layup, 129-116. Thunder in the 4th shot 52% from the field and snagged 16 of their 52 total points in the paint. Secured 12 when utilizing the fast break. Oklahoma City were getting solid shots to fall the field on great ball rotation and worked well inside the paint. Did a ton of damage in transition due to the defense forcing critical stops. Thunder pulled in 22 fast break points, scored 27 points off the Lakers 20 turnovers and improved their win/loss record to 26-28.
Tuesday February 7th, 2023: LeBron James puts himself in NBA history but the Lakers still suffered a 130-133 loss. Lakers fall to 13-13 on home court and are sitting 13th in the West. In the 1st quarter Russell Westbrook would dial up a nicley made three thus going up 22-20. Lakers through one shot 52% from the field while making 5 three's and tallied 14 points in the paint. Also, they recorded 4 second chance scores and 4 on the fast break. The Lakers offense got buckets to fall weather it was from the field or long distance and executed in the paint. Along with capitalizing on second chance and fast break opportunities. During the 2nd quarter Russell Westbrook late would drop in a three point jumper but trailed 60-72. LA shot 51% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 14 paint points. They acquired 3 turnovers to go along and scored 4 fast break points. The Lakers from the field got shots to fall consistently due good ball movement and domianted inside the paint. They capitalized on fast break chances but struggled from deep and kept turning the ball over. Lakers raked in 28 paint points. 9 on the fast break and entered halftime down 66-76. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where LeBron James drilled in a three point jumper, 75-84. Lakers after that, continued to push as LeBron James hit a fading mid rage jumper, 99-104. Keep note that this bucket helped James surpass Kareem to become the all time scoring leader at 38,390 points. Lakers closed out the 3rd quarter by spotting in 56% from the field and coughed the ball up 7 times while tallying 20 points in the paint. LA attached 10 in the fast break. The Lakers got quality shots to drop from the field at a high a percentage and were efficient inside the paint. They were able to hammer Oklahoma City when scoring in transition yet they struggled from deep and carelessly turned it over. Heading into the 4th quarter Westbrook would get to the cup for a much needed layup, 126-131. Lakers in the 4th knocked in 57% from the field with 2 three's and scored 14 points down low. They dished in 4 on the fast break and turned the ball over 8 times. The Lakers moved the ball around to help generate open looks and it allowed for good shots fall from the field while executing in the paint and in transition. However, they were slowed down due to the lack of three point shooting and giveaways were ridiculous. Lakers in the 4th outscored Oklahoma City 31-29, slammed in 23 fast break points and dropped to 25-30 record.
The Thunder on the road spoil LeBron James and the Lakers night by picking up 133-130 Victory. Thunder sit 11th place in the West and moved their road record to 10-17. Gilgeous Alexander in the 1st quarter, with 28 ticks left, would bury a corner three 36-34. Thunder in one shot 57% from the field with 7 made three's, 6 points in the paint, including 5 second chance scores and 6 turnovers added. The Thunder from the field, and when going deep, were getting shots to fall on a consistent basis. They executed on fast break opportunities as well but had their struggles in the paint due to LA clogging the middle of the lanes and turned the ball over a bunch. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Josh Giddey would barrel to the rim for before knocking down a contested layup, 50-45. Thunder were off to a 10-0 due to the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Afterwards, with over 4 minutes to go Gilgeous Alexander would drive to the cup before knocking down a layup, 70-57. Thunder in the 2nd shot 59% from the field while making 5 three pointers and scored 5 second chance buckets. They added in and racked up 4 fast break points. Thunder shot the ball extremely well from the field and behind the arc while dominating second chance and fast break opportunities. They also did damage inside the paint. Thunder rain down 22 points in the paint, picked up 8 on the fast break and slipped into halftime with a 76-66 lead. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Oklahoma City would increase their lead after Williams got to the rim for a one handed layup, 88-78. Thunder capped off quarter 3 by shooting 56% from the field and raked in 14 points in the paint. While turning it over 4 times. Oklahoma City created open looks with good passing and it led to quality shots falling from the field while consistently attacking the paint. Thunder showed solid execution when given a fast break opportunity but continued to turn the ball over. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Jalen Williams would spot up a beautiful one handed layup, 129-116. Thunder in the 4th shot 52% from the field and snagged 16 of their 52 total points in the paint. Secured 12 when utilizing the fast break. Oklahoma City were getting solid shots to fall the field on great ball rotation and worked well inside the paint. Did a ton of damage in transition due to the defense forcing critical stops. Thunder pulled in 22 fast break points, scored 27 points off the Lakers 20 turnovers and improved their win/loss record to 26-28.
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INJURY UPDATE: Steph Curry expected to be out of the All-Star game and for a few weeks after suffering a knee injury during Saturday's 119-113 win against the Mavs. Steph Curry's injury occurred in the 3rd quarter as he bumped knees with a Mavericks player while trying to play defense. With Steph Curry out of the lineup it'll now give Jordon Poole(20.5 points per game) some more playing time. Curry so far this season is averaging 29.4 in points per game, 6.e in rebounds per game and 6.4 in assists. Along with shooting 49% from the field(47th in the league).
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Monday February 6th, 2023: Leonard and George scored a combined 53 points and it led the Clippers past the Nets by a score of 124-116. LA stands 4th place in the West and have won their last two games in a row. In quarter 1 Norman Powell would drive past his defender before knocking in a nicely made layup, 29-27. Clippers were off to a 10-0 run thanks to the defense forcing quick stops and it allowed for the offense to score in transition. Clippers capped off the 1st by shooting 52% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. Including 1 turnover added and snagged 4 second chance buckets on 3 boards. LA from the field got quality shots to fall in good ball movement and executed well inside the paint. They capitalized on the second chance scores due to solid rebounding and kept turnovers to a minimum. In the 2nd quarter Terrance Mann would dash his way to the rim for nice contested layup, thus going up 51-40. Clippers were off to a 10-2 run due to quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition off the Nets missing shots. Clippers closed out the 2nd shooting 44% from the field and scored 8 points down low and 4 on the fast break. Clippers were still shooting the ball poorly from deep but they executed in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. LA notched 24 paint points, scored in the 4 fast break and entered halftime with a 55-53 lead. Then in the 3rd quarter Paul George with over two minutes to go would dial in a contested layup and no foul was called, 83-82. George took a shot on his way to the rim and he definitely complained about about it. Clippers wrapped up the 3rd quarter knocking down 45% from the field with 4 made three's and reeled in 14 poimt in the paint. They acquired 7 second chance buckets and scored 4 on the fast break. Los Angeles shot the ball efficiently from the field and were excellent when getting to the paint and dominated second chance scoring on good reboudning. They remained effective when given a fast break opportunity and got the three ball to fall due good ball movement. Now in the 4th quarter LA would regain their lead afyer Powell sunk in a mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 94-92. Thereafter, LA with over 4 minutes to go would crawl back and retake the lead after Leonard hit a clutch three point J, 114-113. LA sealed off the 4th quarter by lacing in an overall 40% and snagged 14 points in the paint and 4 on the fast break. Clippers coughed the ball up 3 times as well. Offensively the Clippers down the strech shot the ball effectively from the field and were efficient in the paint and capitalized in transition. Clippers slammed down 52 total points in the paint, picked up 12 when utilizing the fast break and moved their record to 31-26.
Thomas scored 47 points but it wasn't enough and the Nets fell 116-124 to the Clippers. Nets sit 5th place in the East and are 5-5 through ten games. Royce O'Neal in the 1st quarter would bury a wide open three to give the Nets a 20-13 lead. Nets in one shot 40% from the field while making 8 three's and tallied 2 points in the paint. Along with adding 3 turnovers. Brooklyn got solid shots to drop from the field and hammered LA from deep but struggled in the paint and turned the ball over. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Brooklyn would respond with a 10-0 run of their own after Cam Thomas knocked down a three point jumper, 50-51. This run was sparked the scoring quickly in transition and the defense made positive stops. Brooklyn after that, with 1 tick to go would see Sumner swish in a three point jumper, 53-55. Nets ended the 2nd by spotting in 45% from the field while scoring 6 of their 8 total points in the paint and turned the ball over 3 times. That includes 4 made three's. Nets from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall at high percentages but continued their struggle in giveaways and paint points were eliminated due to the Clippers clogging the middle of lane. Brooklyn scored 3 fast break points, gave the ball up 6 times and slipped into halftime down 53-55. We now turn to the 3rd quarter, where Edmond Sumner barreled to the cup for a beauty of a layup, 73-74. Few possessions later Brooklyn would regain their lead after Sumner dialed up a three point J, 75-74. Nets concluded the 3rd quarter by shooting 48%from the field and racked up 20 points in the paint with 3 turnovers attached. They recorded 8 fast break points as well. Brooklyn's offense spaced the floor with good ball rotation and it helped setup quality shots from the field. They also dominated in transition but had issues from deep and continued to turn it over. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Brooklyn would be in a 15-0 run after Sumner fired in a three point jumper, 107-99. This run was let off by quick stops and scored easily in transition. Nets shot 48% from the field while lacing in 3 three pointers and raked up 12 paint points. As well as tallying 7 turnovers. The Nets in crunch time were getting solid shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. They executed on the offensive glass and it allowed for easy second chance scores. Unfortunately, it carelessly turned it over and matched the Clippers basket for bakset. Nets recorded 14 fast break scores, hauled in 40 paint points and dropped off to a 32-21 record.
INJURY UPDATE: Steph Curry expected to be out of the All-Star game and for a few weeks after suffering a knee injury during Saturday's 119-113 win against the Mavs. Steph Curry's injury occurred in the 3rd quarter as he bumped knees with a Mavericks player while trying to play defense. With Steph Curry out of the lineup it'll now give Jordon Poole(20.5 points per game) some more playing time. Curry so far this season is averaging 29.4 in points per game, 6.e in rebounds per game and 6.4 in assists. Along with shooting 49% from the field(47th in the league).
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Monday February 6th, 2023: Leonard and George scored a combined 53 points and it led the Clippers past the Nets by a score of 124-116. LA stands 4th place in the West and have won their last two games in a row. In quarter 1 Norman Powell would drive past his defender before knocking in a nicely made layup, 29-27. Clippers were off to a 10-0 run thanks to the defense forcing quick stops and it allowed for the offense to score in transition. Clippers capped off the 1st by shooting 52% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. Including 1 turnover added and snagged 4 second chance buckets on 3 boards. LA from the field got quality shots to fall in good ball movement and executed well inside the paint. They capitalized on the second chance scores due to solid rebounding and kept turnovers to a minimum. In the 2nd quarter Terrance Mann would dash his way to the rim for nice contested layup, thus going up 51-40. Clippers were off to a 10-2 run due to quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition off the Nets missing shots. Clippers closed out the 2nd shooting 44% from the field and scored 8 points down low and 4 on the fast break. Clippers were still shooting the ball poorly from deep but they executed in the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities. LA notched 24 paint points, scored in the 4 fast break and entered halftime with a 55-53 lead. Then in the 3rd quarter Paul George with over two minutes to go would dial in a contested layup and no foul was called, 83-82. George took a shot on his way to the rim and he definitely complained about about it. Clippers wrapped up the 3rd quarter knocking down 45% from the field with 4 made three's and reeled in 14 poimt in the paint. They acquired 7 second chance buckets and scored 4 on the fast break. Los Angeles shot the ball efficiently from the field and were excellent when getting to the paint and dominated second chance scoring on good reboudning. They remained effective when given a fast break opportunity and got the three ball to fall due good ball movement. Now in the 4th quarter LA would regain their lead afyer Powell sunk in a mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 94-92. Thereafter, LA with over 4 minutes to go would crawl back and retake the lead after Leonard hit a clutch three point J, 114-113. LA sealed off the 4th quarter by lacing in an overall 40% and snagged 14 points in the paint and 4 on the fast break. Clippers coughed the ball up 3 times as well. Offensively the Clippers down the strech shot the ball effectively from the field and were efficient in the paint and capitalized in transition. Clippers slammed down 52 total points in the paint, picked up 12 when utilizing the fast break and moved their record to 31-26.
Thomas scored 47 points but it wasn't enough and the Nets fell 116-124 to the Clippers. Nets sit 5th place in the East and are 5-5 through ten games. Royce O'Neal in the 1st quarter would bury a wide open three to give the Nets a 20-13 lead. Nets in one shot 40% from the field while making 8 three's and tallied 2 points in the paint. Along with adding 3 turnovers. Brooklyn got solid shots to drop from the field and hammered LA from deep but struggled in the paint and turned the ball over. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Brooklyn would respond with a 10-0 run of their own after Cam Thomas knocked down a three point jumper, 50-51. This run was sparked the scoring quickly in transition and the defense made positive stops. Brooklyn after that, with 1 tick to go would see Sumner swish in a three point jumper, 53-55. Nets ended the 2nd by spotting in 45% from the field while scoring 6 of their 8 total points in the paint and turned the ball over 3 times. That includes 4 made three's. Nets from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall at high percentages but continued their struggle in giveaways and paint points were eliminated due to the Clippers clogging the middle of lane. Brooklyn scored 3 fast break points, gave the ball up 6 times and slipped into halftime down 53-55. We now turn to the 3rd quarter, where Edmond Sumner barreled to the cup for a beauty of a layup, 73-74. Few possessions later Brooklyn would regain their lead after Sumner dialed up a three point J, 75-74. Nets concluded the 3rd quarter by shooting 48%from the field and racked up 20 points in the paint with 3 turnovers attached. They recorded 8 fast break points as well. Brooklyn's offense spaced the floor with good ball rotation and it helped setup quality shots from the field. They also dominated in transition but had issues from deep and continued to turn it over. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Brooklyn would be in a 15-0 run after Sumner fired in a three point jumper, 107-99. This run was let off by quick stops and scored easily in transition. Nets shot 48% from the field while lacing in 3 three pointers and raked up 12 paint points. As well as tallying 7 turnovers. The Nets in crunch time were getting solid shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. They executed on the offensive glass and it allowed for easy second chance scores. Unfortunately, it carelessly turned it over and matched the Clippers basket for bakset. Nets recorded 14 fast break scores, hauled in 40 paint points and dropped off to a 32-21 record.
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Sunday February 5th, 2023: The 76ers fall to the New York Knicks after suffering a 97-108 loss. Philly in the East stands in 3rd place and are 8-2 in their last ten games. The Sixers in the 1st quarter got off to a 10-0 run after P.J. Tucker buried a mid range floater, 31-12. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and the offense scored easy in transition. Sixers in one shot 63% from the field while making 4 three's and tallied 14 points in the paint. Along with scoring 4 second chance buckets and 5 on the fast break. The Sixers from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall while executing in the paint. They also capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities. During the 2nd quarter Embiid from inside the free throw line would knock down a wide open mid range jumper, 51-46. Sixers in the 2nd shot 42% from the field while scoring 4 points in the paint and turned the ball over once. That includes 0 three pointers made as well. The 76ers got quality shots to fall on good ball movement and kept turnovers to a minimum but they struggled from behind the arc due to New York's defense eliminating open looks and performed poorly in the paint. Sixers reeled in 14 fast break scores, utilized 32 points in the paint and slipped into halftime leading 53-51. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Shake Milton would barrel to the cup for nice finger roll layin, 78-72. Philly wrapped up the 3rd quarter by knocking down 47% from the field and scored 14 points down low with 3 made three's. The 76ers were getting shots to fall on a consistent basis from the field and worked well inside the paint. They capitalized on fast break opportunities but struggled in turnovers and lacked three point shooting. Then in the 4th quarter Harden would drive to the cup for beauty of a layup, 88-91. Sixers concluded the 3rd quarter by sinking in 40% from the field with 0 made three's and recorded 8 points in the paint. Philly also gave the rock up twice.The Sixers down the strech missed consistent shots from field and behind the three point line and were insufficient in the paint. They had both second chance and fast break opportunities eliminated as well. Philly finished 7 of 25 from downtown, scored 14 fast break points, raked in 36 points when getting to the paint and fell down to a 34-18 record.
Knicks outscored the 76ers 32-18 in the 4th quarter and it sent them to a 108-97 win. Knicks currently stand in 7th place in the Eastern Conference and have one loss more than the 6th place Heat. In the 1st quarter with 1 second left Miles McBride would down a three point jumper, 24-35. Knicks in one shot 36% from the field with 1 made three and scored 14 points in the paint. Including 4 second chance scores. Knicks were seemingly flat on the offensive end as they couldn't get shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. However, they attacked the paint well and were executing second chance opportunities due to good rebounding. In the 2nd quarter Jalen Brunson midway into the 2nd quarter would knock down a mid range floater, 42-44. At this point in time New York's defense started making stops and the offense responded with quick points. Knicks capped off quarter 2 by shooting 38% from the field and added 8 paint points with 3 turnovers attached. They scored 4 second chance baksets and 5 in transtion. Offensively the Knicks shot the ball much better from the field and continued their dominance in the paint. Also did a nice job of of capitalizing on second chance buckets and were excellent when given a fast break opportunity yet they turned the ball over and struggled from deep. Knicks secured 10 second chance points, scored 34 in the paint and entered halftime down 51-53. Now in the 3rd quarter Julius Randle late would drive past his defender before knocking in a nicley made layup, 70-76. Knicks closed out quarter 3 by shooting 40% from the field while making 2 three's and reeled in 12 of their 34 total points in the paint. As well as giving the ball away 3 times. New York rotated the ball around to help create open looks and it allowed for quality buckets to fall from the field. Knicks remained effective in the paint but struggled in giveaways and the three ball wouldn't drop. We now turn to the 4th quarter, where Obi Toppin drilled in a three point jumper and forced a tie, 82-82. Few possessions later Evan Fournier would deliver a stepback three pointer, 86-82. Knicks were on an 8-0 run as well due the defense making positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Later on in the 4th quarter New York would to start to pull away after Fournier sunk in a three pointer, 94-88. In conclusion, Jericho Sims would deliver a put away slam, 108-97. Knicks finalized the 4th quarter by spotting in a 43% from the field while adding 6 made three's and racked up 8 of their 42 total points in the paint. They would acquire 10 second chance scores and turned it over twice. New York got solid shots to fall from field and hammered Philadelphia from behind the arc while capitalizing on second chance scores. Knicks picked up 20 second chance points, snagged 14 offensive rebounds, shot 71% from the free throw line and improved to a 29-26 record.
Sunday February 5th, 2023: The 76ers fall to the New York Knicks after suffering a 97-108 loss. Philly in the East stands in 3rd place and are 8-2 in their last ten games. The Sixers in the 1st quarter got off to a 10-0 run after P.J. Tucker buried a mid range floater, 31-12. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and the offense scored easy in transition. Sixers in one shot 63% from the field while making 4 three's and tallied 14 points in the paint. Along with scoring 4 second chance buckets and 5 on the fast break. The Sixers from the field and when going deep were getting shots to fall while executing in the paint. They also capitalized on second chance and fast break opportunities. During the 2nd quarter Embiid from inside the free throw line would knock down a wide open mid range jumper, 51-46. Sixers in the 2nd shot 42% from the field while scoring 4 points in the paint and turned the ball over once. That includes 0 three pointers made as well. The 76ers got quality shots to fall on good ball movement and kept turnovers to a minimum but they struggled from behind the arc due to New York's defense eliminating open looks and performed poorly in the paint. Sixers reeled in 14 fast break scores, utilized 32 points in the paint and slipped into halftime leading 53-51. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Shake Milton would barrel to the cup for nice finger roll layin, 78-72. Philly wrapped up the 3rd quarter by knocking down 47% from the field and scored 14 points down low with 3 made three's. The 76ers were getting shots to fall on a consistent basis from the field and worked well inside the paint. They capitalized on fast break opportunities but struggled in turnovers and lacked three point shooting. Then in the 4th quarter Harden would drive to the cup for beauty of a layup, 88-91. Sixers concluded the 3rd quarter by sinking in 40% from the field with 0 made three's and recorded 8 points in the paint. Philly also gave the rock up twice.The Sixers down the strech missed consistent shots from field and behind the three point line and were insufficient in the paint. They had both second chance and fast break opportunities eliminated as well. Philly finished 7 of 25 from downtown, scored 14 fast break points, raked in 36 points when getting to the paint and fell down to a 34-18 record.
Knicks outscored the 76ers 32-18 in the 4th quarter and it sent them to a 108-97 win. Knicks currently stand in 7th place in the Eastern Conference and have one loss more than the 6th place Heat. In the 1st quarter with 1 second left Miles McBride would down a three point jumper, 24-35. Knicks in one shot 36% from the field with 1 made three and scored 14 points in the paint. Including 4 second chance scores. Knicks were seemingly flat on the offensive end as they couldn't get shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. However, they attacked the paint well and were executing second chance opportunities due to good rebounding. In the 2nd quarter Jalen Brunson midway into the 2nd quarter would knock down a mid range floater, 42-44. At this point in time New York's defense started making stops and the offense responded with quick points. Knicks capped off quarter 2 by shooting 38% from the field and added 8 paint points with 3 turnovers attached. They scored 4 second chance baksets and 5 in transtion. Offensively the Knicks shot the ball much better from the field and continued their dominance in the paint. Also did a nice job of of capitalizing on second chance buckets and were excellent when given a fast break opportunity yet they turned the ball over and struggled from deep. Knicks secured 10 second chance points, scored 34 in the paint and entered halftime down 51-53. Now in the 3rd quarter Julius Randle late would drive past his defender before knocking in a nicley made layup, 70-76. Knicks closed out quarter 3 by shooting 40% from the field while making 2 three's and reeled in 12 of their 34 total points in the paint. As well as giving the ball away 3 times. New York rotated the ball around to help create open looks and it allowed for quality buckets to fall from the field. Knicks remained effective in the paint but struggled in giveaways and the three ball wouldn't drop. We now turn to the 4th quarter, where Obi Toppin drilled in a three point jumper and forced a tie, 82-82. Few possessions later Evan Fournier would deliver a stepback three pointer, 86-82. Knicks were on an 8-0 run as well due the defense making positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Later on in the 4th quarter New York would to start to pull away after Fournier sunk in a three pointer, 94-88. In conclusion, Jericho Sims would deliver a put away slam, 108-97. Knicks finalized the 4th quarter by spotting in a 43% from the field while adding 6 made three's and racked up 8 of their 42 total points in the paint. They would acquire 10 second chance scores and turned it over twice. New York got solid shots to fall from field and hammered Philadelphia from behind the arc while capitalizing on second chance scores. Knicks picked up 20 second chance points, snagged 14 offensive rebounds, shot 71% from the free throw line and improved to a 29-26 record.
BREAKING: The Nets have officially traded Kyrie Irving to the Mavericks and in return they'll receive Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney Smith and a few draft choices. Keep note that Irving just a s couple days back requested to he traded before the deadline. He'll also be joining Luka Doncic and will help take some of the pressure off. This team can be scary if Kyrie remains healthy and just plays basketball. He can hurt defenses with his drive and finish abilities and can knock down shots from the field and when going deep. He's also a great passer as he looks to set his teammates up with quality dimes and can defend on the other end. Irving this season is averaging 27.1 in points per game, 5.3 in assists per game and a 5.1 in rebounding. That includes 48% shooting from the field(53rd in the league).
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Saturday February 4th, 2023: Nets survive the Wizards after fighting back and and earning a 125-123 Victorty. Nets are 4th place in the East and are 5-5 in ten games. Cam Thomas in quarter 1 would knock down a pullup mid range jumper but trailed 21-39. Nets through one shot 9 of 22 from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and turned the ball over 6 times. That includes 6 second chance baskets and 4 on the fast break. The Nets were getting shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and did well inside the paint. They executed on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and capitalized on fast break chances but they struggled from deep as they couldn't get a bucket to fall and were turnover machines. During the 2nd quarter Royce O'Neal would spalsh in a three point jumper, 50-66. Nets capped off quarter 2 by shooting 41% from the field and scored 8 points in the paint and 5 on the fast break. Also turned the ball over 4 times and made 3 three pointers in total. Brooklyn seemingly couldn't get a basket to fall weather it came from the field or behind the arc and were somewhat effective inside the paint. They executed on most of their fast break opportunities and continued to turn the ball over. They simply need to shoot better and minus the careless mistakes. Nets reeled in 20 paint points, scored 11 on the fast break and entered halftime down 48-60. We now turn to the 3rd quarter, where Brooklyn gained a 13-0 run after Patty Mills laced in a pullup three point jumper, 77-84. This run was set off by the defense making positive stops and it allowed for easy points in transition. Nets closed the 3rd qarter out by knocking in an overall 40% and racked up 12 points fown low and 12 when utilizing the fast break. They acquired 5 turnovers to go along. The Nets spreaded the ball around in order to create open looks and it led to quality shots falling weather it was from the field or long distance. As well as dominating fast break opportunities and were effctive in the paint but were slowed down by carelessly turning it over. In the 4th quarter Brooklyn would surge back to force a late tie after Cam Thomas delivered a methodical slam, 109-109 with 6:24 left. Keep note they had to fight back from a 23 point deficit. Few plays later Brooklyn would take a lead after Thomas dialed up a three pointer, 112-110. Moments after and the Nets would regain their lead after Thomas cut the rim for a nice layup, 118-117. In the end, Thomas would barrel to the rim for a clutch layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 125-123. Brooklyn shot 50% from the field while adding 4 fast break points and scored 14 points down low. They sunk in 42% from deep and turned the rock over 0 times. Nets down the strech shot the ball extremely well from field or behind the three point line and capitalized on fast break chances. Nets attached 46 points in the paint, piled in 27 fast break scores and staggered down to a 32-20 record.
Wizards lose big lead in the 2nd half as this gane resulted in a 123-125 loss to the Nets. Wizards have lost their past two games in a row and sit 11th in the Eastern Conference. Deni Avdija in the 1st quarter would knock down a three point jumper and it gave the Wizards a 26-17 lead. Afterwards, Deni Avdija would make his presence felt once again after hitting a nicely made layup, 43-21. Washington in the 1st shot 68% from the field with 7 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. Including 7 assists and 2 total turnovers. The Wizards from the field and when going deep shot the ball efficiently well and capitalized in the paint. Later on in the 2nd quarter Godwin would bury a mid range floater and it extended his teams lead to 68-50. Washington wrapped up the 2nd by spotting 58% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 20 points in the paint. They had 4 turnovers added and racked up 4 second chance baksets. The Wizards moved the ball well to help setup open looks and from the field it allowed for a high percentage of shots to fall. Along with executing inside the paint and were able to capitalize on second chance buckets due to quality rebounding. However, they've had issues when given a fast break opportunity and struggled from behind the arc. Wizards threw in 28 points in the paint, snagged 6 second chance scores and walked into halftime leading 60-48. Now in the 3rd quarter with 6:20 to go Nunn would toss up an alley oop pass to Porzingis who hammered down the slam, 86-77. Wizards sealed off the 3rd by shooting 48% from the field while latching onto 8 points in the paint and secured 4 second chance baksets on 2 offensive rebounds. They dished in 4 turns and got outscored 37-26. Washington did damage from inside the arc as they got a variety of shots to fall and worked well inside the paint. Washington also dominated the offensive glass which led to easy second chance scores but had poor ball security and couldn't get a three to drop due to Brooklyn's defense eliminating open opportunities. Going into the 4th quarter Morris would drop in a much needed pullup mid range jumper, 119-118. Thereafter, with 24 ticks left Morris would lace a three pointer to give Washington a 123-122 lead. Washington in the 4th shot 50% from the field while making 3 three pointers and scored 14 paint points. They turned it over 5 times as well. Wizards got shots to fall on a consistent basis from the field and were dominate in the paint but it the lack of three point shooting and poor ball protection that seemingly cost them. Wizards shot 75% from the free throw line, pulled in 13 total second chance buckets, gained 44 points in the paint and dropped down to a 24-28 record.
Saturday February 4th, 2023: Nets survive the Wizards after fighting back and and earning a 125-123 Victorty. Nets are 4th place in the East and are 5-5 in ten games. Cam Thomas in quarter 1 would knock down a pullup mid range jumper but trailed 21-39. Nets through one shot 9 of 22 from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and turned the ball over 6 times. That includes 6 second chance baskets and 4 on the fast break. The Nets were getting shots to fall from the field on good ball movement and did well inside the paint. They executed on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and capitalized on fast break chances but they struggled from deep as they couldn't get a bucket to fall and were turnover machines. During the 2nd quarter Royce O'Neal would spalsh in a three point jumper, 50-66. Nets capped off quarter 2 by shooting 41% from the field and scored 8 points in the paint and 5 on the fast break. Also turned the ball over 4 times and made 3 three pointers in total. Brooklyn seemingly couldn't get a basket to fall weather it came from the field or behind the arc and were somewhat effective inside the paint. They executed on most of their fast break opportunities and continued to turn the ball over. They simply need to shoot better and minus the careless mistakes. Nets reeled in 20 paint points, scored 11 on the fast break and entered halftime down 48-60. We now turn to the 3rd quarter, where Brooklyn gained a 13-0 run after Patty Mills laced in a pullup three point jumper, 77-84. This run was set off by the defense making positive stops and it allowed for easy points in transition. Nets closed the 3rd qarter out by knocking in an overall 40% and racked up 12 points fown low and 12 when utilizing the fast break. They acquired 5 turnovers to go along. The Nets spreaded the ball around in order to create open looks and it led to quality shots falling weather it was from the field or long distance. As well as dominating fast break opportunities and were effctive in the paint but were slowed down by carelessly turning it over. In the 4th quarter Brooklyn would surge back to force a late tie after Cam Thomas delivered a methodical slam, 109-109 with 6:24 left. Keep note they had to fight back from a 23 point deficit. Few plays later Brooklyn would take a lead after Thomas dialed up a three pointer, 112-110. Moments after and the Nets would regain their lead after Thomas cut the rim for a nice layup, 118-117. In the end, Thomas would barrel to the rim for a clutch layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 125-123. Brooklyn shot 50% from the field while adding 4 fast break points and scored 14 points down low. They sunk in 42% from deep and turned the rock over 0 times. Nets down the strech shot the ball extremely well from field or behind the three point line and capitalized on fast break chances. Nets attached 46 points in the paint, piled in 27 fast break scores and staggered down to a 32-20 record.
Wizards lose big lead in the 2nd half as this gane resulted in a 123-125 loss to the Nets. Wizards have lost their past two games in a row and sit 11th in the Eastern Conference. Deni Avdija in the 1st quarter would knock down a three point jumper and it gave the Wizards a 26-17 lead. Afterwards, Deni Avdija would make his presence felt once again after hitting a nicely made layup, 43-21. Washington in the 1st shot 68% from the field with 7 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. Including 7 assists and 2 total turnovers. The Wizards from the field and when going deep shot the ball efficiently well and capitalized in the paint. Later on in the 2nd quarter Godwin would bury a mid range floater and it extended his teams lead to 68-50. Washington wrapped up the 2nd by spotting 58% from the field with 1 made three and tallied 20 points in the paint. They had 4 turnovers added and racked up 4 second chance baksets. The Wizards moved the ball well to help setup open looks and from the field it allowed for a high percentage of shots to fall. Along with executing inside the paint and were able to capitalize on second chance buckets due to quality rebounding. However, they've had issues when given a fast break opportunity and struggled from behind the arc. Wizards threw in 28 points in the paint, snagged 6 second chance scores and walked into halftime leading 60-48. Now in the 3rd quarter with 6:20 to go Nunn would toss up an alley oop pass to Porzingis who hammered down the slam, 86-77. Wizards sealed off the 3rd by shooting 48% from the field while latching onto 8 points in the paint and secured 4 second chance baksets on 2 offensive rebounds. They dished in 4 turns and got outscored 37-26. Washington did damage from inside the arc as they got a variety of shots to fall and worked well inside the paint. Washington also dominated the offensive glass which led to easy second chance scores but had poor ball security and couldn't get a three to drop due to Brooklyn's defense eliminating open opportunities. Going into the 4th quarter Morris would drop in a much needed pullup mid range jumper, 119-118. Thereafter, with 24 ticks left Morris would lace a three pointer to give Washington a 123-122 lead. Washington in the 4th shot 50% from the field while making 3 three pointers and scored 14 paint points. They turned it over 5 times as well. Wizards got shots to fall on a consistent basis from the field and were dominate in the paint but it the lack of three point shooting and poor ball protection that seemingly cost them. Wizards shot 75% from the free throw line, pulled in 13 total second chance buckets, gained 44 points in the paint and dropped down to a 24-28 record.
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Friday February 3rd, 2023: Kings sustained a tough a 104-107 loss to the Pacers during yestersay's meeting. Kings sit 3rd place in the Western Conference and are 6-4 through ten games. Kings in the 1st quarter with 2:05 left would force a tie thanks to Tereance Davis hitting a three point jumper, 24-24. Kings shot 39% from the field with 4 turnovers added and scored 10 points in the paint. Including 6 second chance scores and 4 on the fast break. Kings from field got shots to fall on good ball movement and were dominate in the paint. They also executed on both fast break and second chance opportunities but had their issues from deep due to Indiana's defense eliminating open looks and turned it over a bunch. Later on in the 2nd quarter Harrison Barnes would sink in a nicley made layup but trailed 41-51. Kings in the 2nd shot 39% from the field with 3 made three's and tallied 6 points in the paint. As well as turning it over 4 times on 6 Indiana steals and scored twice on second chance buckets and in transition. The Kings continued to be efficient when getting to the paint and on a terrific ball movement they were able get shots to fall from the field. However, they struggled in the paint due to Indiana eliminating open gaps to the rim and couldn't buy a bucket from deep. They had issues scoring in transition and performed poorly when it came to earning second chance opportunities. Kings were able to tally 8 fast break scores, dished in 12 team assists and waljed into halftime down 48-60. Shifting into the 3rd quarter the Kings would earn a 9-0 run after Harrison Barnes sunk in a three point jumper, 69-79. This run was sparked by getting defensive stops and scored easy buckets in transition. Kings closed out the 3rd by shooting 41% from the field while making 4 three's and scored 12 of their 28 total points in the paint. Turned the ball over 4 times as well. The Kings had themselves a turnaround quarter after they rotated the ball well to free up space and it allowed for quality buckets to fall weather it was from the field or behind the three point line. Sacramento managed to capitalize better on second chance opportunities due to good reboudning and were tough to stop in the paint but continuted to turn it over. We now turn to the 4th quarter, where Barnes laced in a three point jumper and brought Sacramento within one, 94-95. Afterwards, with 2:00 left Davis would dial in a three point jumper, 104-107. Sacramento sealed off the 4th quarter by splashing in 43% from the field with 12 points in the paint added and recorded 2 on the fast break. They gave the ball away 7 times. Kings were able to knock down quality shots from the field on good ball rotation and were solid inside the paint but it was the lack of three point shooting and careless turnovers that ultimately cost them. Kings shot 38% from downtown, scored 17 points in transition, raked in 40 paint points and staggered down to a 29-22 record.
The Pacers barely survive the surging Kings after picking up an impressive 107-104 win. Pacers are four games under .500 and sit in 11th place throughout the entire East. Pacers in the 1st quarter regained their lead after rissett buried a three point jumper, 24-21. Pacers ended the first 12 minutes by knockong in 39% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 10 points in the paint and 8 on the fast break. The Pacers from the field and when going deep struggled in getting shots to fall but were able to keep this close by consistently attacking the paint and were excellent in transition. Then in the 2nd quarter Aaron Nesmith off a Hield assist would knock down a nice layup, thus going up 53-42. Pacers through two shot 45% from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and 9 on the fast break. Along with adding 5 second chance buckets and 6 turns attached. The Pacers offense created open looks with quality passes and it led solid shots falling from the field or behind the arc. Pacers continued to dominate insode the paint while remaining effective in second chance and fast break opportunities but turned it iver a alot. Pacers secured 17 fast break points, dumped in 22 points when getting to the paint and slipped into halftime leading 60-48. In the 3rd quarter Hakiburton would dial in a stepback three point jumper, 73-58. Pacers wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in an overall 40% and racked up 16 paint points with 4 giveaways. Indiana would score 5 second chance points and 4 when utilizing the fast break. The Pacers worked well inside the paint while getting quality shots to fall from the field or long range and were effective on fast break chances. They dominated the offensive the glass as well and it led to easy second chance opportunities but moving forward they have to clean up turnovers because that's what's keeping Sacramento in it. Now in the 4th quarter Nesmith would bury a three point J and it extended Indiana's lead to 107-101. Pacers concluded the 4th by knocking down an overall 40% and scored 6 paint points with 5 turns dished. Pacers assisted the ball around well to help create open looks and in crunch time they got critical shots to fall. They are one lucky bunch because in this quarter alone they turned it over multiple times and points in the paint were limited. Pacers scored 23 points off the Kings 19 turnovers, reeled in 44 points points down low, gained 25 total points on the fast break and moved their record to 25-29 record.
Friday February 3rd, 2023: Kings sustained a tough a 104-107 loss to the Pacers during yestersay's meeting. Kings sit 3rd place in the Western Conference and are 6-4 through ten games. Kings in the 1st quarter with 2:05 left would force a tie thanks to Tereance Davis hitting a three point jumper, 24-24. Kings shot 39% from the field with 4 turnovers added and scored 10 points in the paint. Including 6 second chance scores and 4 on the fast break. Kings from field got shots to fall on good ball movement and were dominate in the paint. They also executed on both fast break and second chance opportunities but had their issues from deep due to Indiana's defense eliminating open looks and turned it over a bunch. Later on in the 2nd quarter Harrison Barnes would sink in a nicley made layup but trailed 41-51. Kings in the 2nd shot 39% from the field with 3 made three's and tallied 6 points in the paint. As well as turning it over 4 times on 6 Indiana steals and scored twice on second chance buckets and in transition. The Kings continued to be efficient when getting to the paint and on a terrific ball movement they were able get shots to fall from the field. However, they struggled in the paint due to Indiana eliminating open gaps to the rim and couldn't buy a bucket from deep. They had issues scoring in transition and performed poorly when it came to earning second chance opportunities. Kings were able to tally 8 fast break scores, dished in 12 team assists and waljed into halftime down 48-60. Shifting into the 3rd quarter the Kings would earn a 9-0 run after Harrison Barnes sunk in a three point jumper, 69-79. This run was sparked by getting defensive stops and scored easy buckets in transition. Kings closed out the 3rd by shooting 41% from the field while making 4 three's and scored 12 of their 28 total points in the paint. Turned the ball over 4 times as well. The Kings had themselves a turnaround quarter after they rotated the ball well to free up space and it allowed for quality buckets to fall weather it was from the field or behind the three point line. Sacramento managed to capitalize better on second chance opportunities due to good reboudning and were tough to stop in the paint but continuted to turn it over. We now turn to the 4th quarter, where Barnes laced in a three point jumper and brought Sacramento within one, 94-95. Afterwards, with 2:00 left Davis would dial in a three point jumper, 104-107. Sacramento sealed off the 4th quarter by splashing in 43% from the field with 12 points in the paint added and recorded 2 on the fast break. They gave the ball away 7 times. Kings were able to knock down quality shots from the field on good ball rotation and were solid inside the paint but it was the lack of three point shooting and careless turnovers that ultimately cost them. Kings shot 38% from downtown, scored 17 points in transition, raked in 40 paint points and staggered down to a 29-22 record.
The Pacers barely survive the surging Kings after picking up an impressive 107-104 win. Pacers are four games under .500 and sit in 11th place throughout the entire East. Pacers in the 1st quarter regained their lead after rissett buried a three point jumper, 24-21. Pacers ended the first 12 minutes by knockong in 39% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 10 points in the paint and 8 on the fast break. The Pacers from the field and when going deep struggled in getting shots to fall but were able to keep this close by consistently attacking the paint and were excellent in transition. Then in the 2nd quarter Aaron Nesmith off a Hield assist would knock down a nice layup, thus going up 53-42. Pacers through two shot 45% from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and 9 on the fast break. Along with adding 5 second chance buckets and 6 turns attached. The Pacers offense created open looks with quality passes and it led solid shots falling from the field or behind the arc. Pacers continued to dominate insode the paint while remaining effective in second chance and fast break opportunities but turned it iver a alot. Pacers secured 17 fast break points, dumped in 22 points when getting to the paint and slipped into halftime leading 60-48. In the 3rd quarter Hakiburton would dial in a stepback three point jumper, 73-58. Pacers wrapped up the 3rd by spotting in an overall 40% and racked up 16 paint points with 4 giveaways. Indiana would score 5 second chance points and 4 when utilizing the fast break. The Pacers worked well inside the paint while getting quality shots to fall from the field or long range and were effective on fast break chances. They dominated the offensive the glass as well and it led to easy second chance opportunities but moving forward they have to clean up turnovers because that's what's keeping Sacramento in it. Now in the 4th quarter Nesmith would bury a three point J and it extended Indiana's lead to 107-101. Pacers concluded the 4th by knocking down an overall 40% and scored 6 paint points with 5 turns dished. Pacers assisted the ball around well to help create open looks and in crunch time they got critical shots to fall. They are one lucky bunch because in this quarter alone they turned it over multiple times and points in the paint were limited. Pacers scored 23 points off the Kings 19 turnovers, reeled in 44 points points down low, gained 25 total points on the fast break and moved their record to 25-29 record.
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Thursday February 2nd, 2023: The Grizzlies during yesterday's matchup sustained a disappointing 113-128 loss to the Cavaliers. This sends Memphis to a 2-Game losing streak and are 7-3 in ten games. Davis Roddy in the 1st off a Jones pass would sink in a nice layup, 24-25. Memphis ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 47% from the field with 1 made three and scored 14 points in the paint. Including 6 turnovers on 5 Cleveland steals. The Grizzlies from the field shot the ball efficiently and capitalized inside the paint. Also executed on fast break opportunities but turned it over a bit to much and struggled from behind the arc. Then during the 2nd quarter Desmond Bane in transition off a Mitchell missed shot would deliver a pullup three point jumper, 37-36. Few possessions later Memphis would end the Cavs 14-0 run after Aldama sunk in a corner three, 50-58. Grizzlies in the 2nd shot an overall 40% and scored 6 points in the paint with 7 turnover attached. Grizzlies were moving the ball around much better as it setup open looks and got shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. Grizzlies also capitalized on second chance opportunities but continuted to be a turnover machine and struggled in the paint. Grizzlies had 20 paint points, scored 9 total on the fast break and entered halftime down 54-67. During the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Memphis would get off to a 12-0 run after Desmond Bane from the corner nailed in a three point jumper, 70-73. This run was sparked by the defense making positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Memphis capped off quarter 3 by knocking in an overall 40% and scored 12 points down low with 2 made three's. Along with turning it over twice. Keep note that both Memphis and Cleveland had players ejected once Michtell and Brooks got into shoving match that ended with Brooks getting hit with the ball after it was thrown. Grizzlies from inside the arc were getting shots to go in at a consistent basis and were effective in the paint. Grizzlies did managed to execute on the glass as it led to easy second chance buckets but it was the lack of three point shooting that was slowing them down. Going into quarter 4 Williams would cut to the rim and received a pass from Konchar before sinking in a nicley made layup but trialed 107-126. Grizzlies concluded the 4th shooting 47% from the field while tallying 12 points in the paint and gave the ball away 3 times. They dished in 2 made three's to go along. The Grizzlies had no problems from the field as they got shots to fall and were much better in the paint but as I mentioned before, costly mistakes and poor three point shooting is what stopped them. Grizzlies marked in 44 paint points, raked in 17 points on the fast break and fell to a 32-20 record
The Cavaliers in the 4th quarter outscored the Grizzlies 29-26 and it led then to a nice 128-113 Victory. Cleveland is 5-5 through ten games and they sit in 5th place in the East. Darius Garland in the 1st quarter would spot in a mid range floater and it gave Cleveland a 23-20 lead. Afterwards, Osman would force a steal and found Garland in transition who knocked in a one handed layup, 25-22. Cavs through one shot 46% from the field while making 2 three's and tallied 18 points in the paint. As well as turning it over 5 times and scoring 6 in the fast break. Cavs shot the ball well from the field and executed inside the paint yet they had issues from deep due Memphis taking away open looks and turned it over a bunch. Later on in the 2nd quarter Osman would knock down a wide open three and extended the Cavs lead to 56-47. Cleveland were on an 11-0 run due to quick defensive stops and scored easy buckets in transition. The Cavaliers ended the 2nd by spotting in 54% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 20 of their 38 total points in the paint. That includes 4 points on the fast break and added 3 turns. Cleveland from the field and when going deep were able to get shots to fall on good ball movement and were dominate when getting inside the paint. They continued to capitalize on fast break opportunities but were still struggling in giveaways. Cavs gained 10 total points on the fast break, scored 13 points off the Grizzlies 13 turns and slipped into halftime leading 54-67. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Darius Garland would drop off a three point jumper to push the Cavs lead to 88-81. Cavs wrapped up the 3rd by knocking down 51% from the field and scored 14 points in the paint while adding 4 giveaways. That'll include 9 second chance points as well. Cleveland assisted the ball well to help create open looks and efficiently got shots to fall weather it was from the field or behind the arc. They continued to dominate the paint game and were excellent in second chance scores. We now turn our attentions to the midway point of the 4th quarter, where Rubio delivered a nice feed to Osman who buried an open three, thus going up 121-100. Cavs sank in 53% from the field and scored 10 points in the paint with 6 coming on the fast break. The Cavs offense put this game away by getting quality shots to fall and performed well inside the paint. They couldn't miss a shot from the field or long range. Cleveland showed their dominance when capitalizing in transition due to the defense forcing stops and utilized quick turnovers. Cavaliers reeled in 62 total points in the paint, racked up 16 second chance buckets, shot 48% from deep and improved to a 32-22 record.
Thursday February 2nd, 2023: The Grizzlies during yesterday's matchup sustained a disappointing 113-128 loss to the Cavaliers. This sends Memphis to a 2-Game losing streak and are 7-3 in ten games. Davis Roddy in the 1st off a Jones pass would sink in a nice layup, 24-25. Memphis ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 47% from the field with 1 made three and scored 14 points in the paint. Including 6 turnovers on 5 Cleveland steals. The Grizzlies from the field shot the ball efficiently and capitalized inside the paint. Also executed on fast break opportunities but turned it over a bit to much and struggled from behind the arc. Then during the 2nd quarter Desmond Bane in transition off a Mitchell missed shot would deliver a pullup three point jumper, 37-36. Few possessions later Memphis would end the Cavs 14-0 run after Aldama sunk in a corner three, 50-58. Grizzlies in the 2nd shot an overall 40% and scored 6 points in the paint with 7 turnover attached. Grizzlies were moving the ball around much better as it setup open looks and got shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. Grizzlies also capitalized on second chance opportunities but continuted to be a turnover machine and struggled in the paint. Grizzlies had 20 paint points, scored 9 total on the fast break and entered halftime down 54-67. During the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Memphis would get off to a 12-0 run after Desmond Bane from the corner nailed in a three point jumper, 70-73. This run was sparked by the defense making positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Memphis capped off quarter 3 by knocking in an overall 40% and scored 12 points down low with 2 made three's. Along with turning it over twice. Keep note that both Memphis and Cleveland had players ejected once Michtell and Brooks got into shoving match that ended with Brooks getting hit with the ball after it was thrown. Grizzlies from inside the arc were getting shots to go in at a consistent basis and were effective in the paint. Grizzlies did managed to execute on the glass as it led to easy second chance buckets but it was the lack of three point shooting that was slowing them down. Going into quarter 4 Williams would cut to the rim and received a pass from Konchar before sinking in a nicley made layup but trialed 107-126. Grizzlies concluded the 4th shooting 47% from the field while tallying 12 points in the paint and gave the ball away 3 times. They dished in 2 made three's to go along. The Grizzlies had no problems from the field as they got shots to fall and were much better in the paint but as I mentioned before, costly mistakes and poor three point shooting is what stopped them. Grizzlies marked in 44 paint points, raked in 17 points on the fast break and fell to a 32-20 record
The Cavaliers in the 4th quarter outscored the Grizzlies 29-26 and it led then to a nice 128-113 Victory. Cleveland is 5-5 through ten games and they sit in 5th place in the East. Darius Garland in the 1st quarter would spot in a mid range floater and it gave Cleveland a 23-20 lead. Afterwards, Osman would force a steal and found Garland in transition who knocked in a one handed layup, 25-22. Cavs through one shot 46% from the field while making 2 three's and tallied 18 points in the paint. As well as turning it over 5 times and scoring 6 in the fast break. Cavs shot the ball well from the field and executed inside the paint yet they had issues from deep due Memphis taking away open looks and turned it over a bunch. Later on in the 2nd quarter Osman would knock down a wide open three and extended the Cavs lead to 56-47. Cleveland were on an 11-0 run due to quick defensive stops and scored easy buckets in transition. The Cavaliers ended the 2nd by spotting in 54% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 20 of their 38 total points in the paint. That includes 4 points on the fast break and added 3 turns. Cleveland from the field and when going deep were able to get shots to fall on good ball movement and were dominate when getting inside the paint. They continued to capitalize on fast break opportunities but were still struggling in giveaways. Cavs gained 10 total points on the fast break, scored 13 points off the Grizzlies 13 turns and slipped into halftime leading 54-67. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Darius Garland would drop off a three point jumper to push the Cavs lead to 88-81. Cavs wrapped up the 3rd by knocking down 51% from the field and scored 14 points in the paint while adding 4 giveaways. That'll include 9 second chance points as well. Cleveland assisted the ball well to help create open looks and efficiently got shots to fall weather it was from the field or behind the arc. They continued to dominate the paint game and were excellent in second chance scores. We now turn our attentions to the midway point of the 4th quarter, where Rubio delivered a nice feed to Osman who buried an open three, thus going up 121-100. Cavs sank in 53% from the field and scored 10 points in the paint with 6 coming on the fast break. The Cavs offense put this game away by getting quality shots to fall and performed well inside the paint. They couldn't miss a shot from the field or long range. Cleveland showed their dominance when capitalizing in transition due to the defense forcing stops and utilized quick turnovers. Cavaliers reeled in 62 total points in the paint, racked up 16 second chance buckets, shot 48% from deep and improved to a 32-22 record.
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Tuesday January 31st, 2023: Jokic records his 7th triple double in his past 9 games and it led the Nuggets to a 122-113 win over the Pelicans. Jokic has 92 career triple doubles at the age of 27 and the Nuggets still sit atop the Western Conference. In quarter 1 Aaron Gordon off a Jokic pass would barrel to cup for nice layup, 25-22. Nuggets through one shot an overall 50% and scored 10 points in the paint and 8 on the fast break. Including 5 turns. The Nuggets got a high percentage of shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. Also domianted inside the paint and were excellent on fast break chances but moving forward they need to limit mistakes. During the 2nd quarter Jamal Murray in transition would knock in a pullup three point jumper, 49-53. This 8-0 run was sparked by the defense getting quick stops on one end and it led to easy points in transition. Afterwards, with 21 seconds left Jokic would split the defenders before knocking down a one handed layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 57-58. Nuggets closed out the 2nd by shooting 46% from the field with 3 made three's and added 12 points down low and 5 on the fast break. Along with giving the ball away 7 times. Nuggets from the field and when going deep were able to get shots to go in at high level and did damage from inside the paint and on the fast break. The only thing that's keeping Denver behind is the careless turnovers. You got players reading defenses horribly right now when making a pass. Nuggets earned 13 total points on the fast break points, recorded 22 in the paint and slipped into halftime facing a 57-60 deficit. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Denver would take a lead after Michael Porter dropped in a three point J, 63-60. Denver after that, would start to push their lead even further after Jamal Murray fired in a three pointer, 78-69. The Nuggets concluded the 3rd by knocking in 50% from the field and tallied 14 paint points while scoring 7 second chance buckets and recorded 4 when in transition. As well as shooting 44% from the deep. Denver's offense were lightning it up from downtown as they got buckets to fall on good ball movement and from the field they were effective when getting inside the paint. Nuggets executed much better on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and remained dominate on fast break chances. In the 4th quarter midway through Murray would dial up a game sealing three pointer, 116-107. Denver in the 4th shot shot 49% from the field while lacing in 3 three pointers and reeled in 14 of their 50 total points in the paint. They added 9 fast break scores as well. The Nuggets didn't care if it was from the field or long distance as they got quakity shots to go in on good ball rotation and were excellent all night when scoring in transition and inside the paint. Nuggets gained 26 fast break points, scored 16 points off the Pels 13 turns and improved a 35-16 record.
The Pelicans late surge was cut short after being dealt by the Nuggets as the final score read a rough 113-122 loss. Pels mive back to .500 and suffered their 26th defeat of the year. Devontae Graham in the quarter would knock down a pullup mid range jumper, thus going up 31-29. Pels in the first 12 minutes shot 62% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint and 7 when utilizing the fast break. That includes 1 turnover added. The Pelicans assisted the ball well to help create open looks and got shots to drop weather it came from the field or behind the arc. They also executed inside the paint by consistently attacking and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter New Orleans lead would increase after Trent Murphy sunk in a three point jumper off Ingram feeding him the pass, 56-49. Pels wrapped up the 2nd by shooting 55% from the field while making only 2 three pointers and racked up 6 points in the paint. Offensively the Pels continued to space the field with good passing as it led to quality shots falling and did okay in the paint. As well as capitalizing on fast break opportunities but they seemingly struggled from deep and had second chance scores eliminated. Pels gained 0 second chance points, picked up 22 inside the paint, raked in 11 fast break scores and entered halftime with a 60-57 lead. Going into the late stages of the 3rd quarter Brandon Ingram would zip is way to the rim for a contested layup, 77-82. Pels said good riddance to the 3rd quarter by spotting in 48% from the field while scoring 10 of their 32 total points in the paint and gave the ball up 5 times. That'll also include 0 fast break points and 5 second chances scores. The Pelicans got quality shots off from the field and were efficient inside the paint yet they had second chance and fast break opportunities eliminated while turning it over a bunch. Now in the 4th quarter Trent Murphy would dial in a one handed mid range floater, 109-116. Pels sealed off the 4th quarter shooting 49% from the field with 1 made three and earned 20 points in the painted area. They also gave the ball up 3 times. The Pelicans down the strech dominated the paint well and were getting shots to go in on consistent basis but matched Denver bakset for bakset and couldn't buy a three pointer due to Denver taking away open looks. Pels scored 15 on the fast break, earned 13 second chance scores and racked up 23 points off the Nuggets 18 turnovers and staggered down to a 26-26 record.
Tuesday January 31st, 2023: Jokic records his 7th triple double in his past 9 games and it led the Nuggets to a 122-113 win over the Pelicans. Jokic has 92 career triple doubles at the age of 27 and the Nuggets still sit atop the Western Conference. In quarter 1 Aaron Gordon off a Jokic pass would barrel to cup for nice layup, 25-22. Nuggets through one shot an overall 50% and scored 10 points in the paint and 8 on the fast break. Including 5 turns. The Nuggets got a high percentage of shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. Also domianted inside the paint and were excellent on fast break chances but moving forward they need to limit mistakes. During the 2nd quarter Jamal Murray in transition would knock in a pullup three point jumper, 49-53. This 8-0 run was sparked by the defense getting quick stops on one end and it led to easy points in transition. Afterwards, with 21 seconds left Jokic would split the defenders before knocking down a one handed layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 57-58. Nuggets closed out the 2nd by shooting 46% from the field with 3 made three's and added 12 points down low and 5 on the fast break. Along with giving the ball away 7 times. Nuggets from the field and when going deep were able to get shots to go in at high level and did damage from inside the paint and on the fast break. The only thing that's keeping Denver behind is the careless turnovers. You got players reading defenses horribly right now when making a pass. Nuggets earned 13 total points on the fast break points, recorded 22 in the paint and slipped into halftime facing a 57-60 deficit. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Denver would take a lead after Michael Porter dropped in a three point J, 63-60. Denver after that, would start to push their lead even further after Jamal Murray fired in a three pointer, 78-69. The Nuggets concluded the 3rd by knocking in 50% from the field and tallied 14 paint points while scoring 7 second chance buckets and recorded 4 when in transition. As well as shooting 44% from the deep. Denver's offense were lightning it up from downtown as they got buckets to fall on good ball movement and from the field they were effective when getting inside the paint. Nuggets executed much better on second chance opportunities due to solid rebounding and remained dominate on fast break chances. In the 4th quarter midway through Murray would dial up a game sealing three pointer, 116-107. Denver in the 4th shot shot 49% from the field while lacing in 3 three pointers and reeled in 14 of their 50 total points in the paint. They added 9 fast break scores as well. The Nuggets didn't care if it was from the field or long distance as they got quakity shots to go in on good ball rotation and were excellent all night when scoring in transition and inside the paint. Nuggets gained 26 fast break points, scored 16 points off the Pels 13 turns and improved a 35-16 record.
The Pelicans late surge was cut short after being dealt by the Nuggets as the final score read a rough 113-122 loss. Pels mive back to .500 and suffered their 26th defeat of the year. Devontae Graham in the quarter would knock down a pullup mid range jumper, thus going up 31-29. Pels in the first 12 minutes shot 62% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint and 7 when utilizing the fast break. That includes 1 turnover added. The Pelicans assisted the ball well to help create open looks and got shots to drop weather it came from the field or behind the arc. They also executed inside the paint by consistently attacking and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Then in the 2nd quarter New Orleans lead would increase after Trent Murphy sunk in a three point jumper off Ingram feeding him the pass, 56-49. Pels wrapped up the 2nd by shooting 55% from the field while making only 2 three pointers and racked up 6 points in the paint. Offensively the Pels continued to space the field with good passing as it led to quality shots falling and did okay in the paint. As well as capitalizing on fast break opportunities but they seemingly struggled from deep and had second chance scores eliminated. Pels gained 0 second chance points, picked up 22 inside the paint, raked in 11 fast break scores and entered halftime with a 60-57 lead. Going into the late stages of the 3rd quarter Brandon Ingram would zip is way to the rim for a contested layup, 77-82. Pels said good riddance to the 3rd quarter by spotting in 48% from the field while scoring 10 of their 32 total points in the paint and gave the ball up 5 times. That'll also include 0 fast break points and 5 second chances scores. The Pelicans got quality shots off from the field and were efficient inside the paint yet they had second chance and fast break opportunities eliminated while turning it over a bunch. Now in the 4th quarter Trent Murphy would dial in a one handed mid range floater, 109-116. Pels sealed off the 4th quarter shooting 49% from the field with 1 made three and earned 20 points in the painted area. They also gave the ball up 3 times. The Pelicans down the strech dominated the paint well and were getting shots to go in on consistent basis but matched Denver bakset for bakset and couldn't buy a three pointer due to Denver taking away open looks. Pels scored 15 on the fast break, earned 13 second chance scores and racked up 23 points off the Nuggets 18 turnovers and staggered down to a 26-26 record.
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Friday January 27th, 2023: Edwards and
Anderson scored a combined 48 points and it led the Timberwolves to a 111-100 Victory, over the Grizzlies. Timberwolves move one over .500 and riding a 2-Game win streak. In the 1st quarter the Wolves would earn a 7-0 run after Naz Reid buried a three point jumper, 34-27. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy buckets in transition. Minnesota in one shot an overall 50% and tallied 18 paint points with 1 turnover. Alomg with adding 5 second chance scores. The Timberwolves got shots to fall at high percentages weather it was from the field or long distance and were effective inside the paint. Minnesota also dominated the offensive the glass as it led to easy second chance buckets and kept turnovers to a minimum. Then during the 2nd quarter Anthony Edwards would barrel to the cup for nice layup, 62-53. Minnesota wrapped up quarter 2 by knocking in 54% from the field with 6 turnovers tallied and scored 16 points in the paint. Wolves would secure 4 second chance buckets as well. Minnesota spreaded the ball around to help free up space and it allowed for quality shots to fall weather it came from the field or long behind the arc. They continued to execute inside the paint and capitalized in second chance scoring due to good rebounding yet they were starting to turn it over to much. Timberwolves scored 4 points off the Grizzlies 10 turns, secured 34 points in the paint, picked up 9 second chance points and entered the half leading 62-53. Now in the 3rd quarter Anthony Edwards would dial up a stepback mid range jumper, thus going up 87-70. Timberwolves sealed off the 3rd by shooting 50% from the field with 5 made three's and snagged 8 points in the paint. Wolves acquired 5 second chance scores and 8 when utilizing fast break. The Timberwolves were getting their three balls to drop on open looks and from field they got shots to fall effectively. Minnesota were able to capitalize on second chance and fast break opportunities while dominating in the painted area but still struggled in turnovers. In the end, during the 4th quarter Kyle Aderson would spot up a wide open three from the corner, 107-93. Minnesota closed out the 4th by spotting in 51% from the field while outscoring Memphis 24-23 and reeled in 16 points in the paint with 5 turns. Also scored 9 in the fast break. The Timberwolves in crunch time shot the ball extremely well from the field and when going deep and were effective in the paint. Minnesota continued to do damage when given a fast break opportunity. One hicup Minnesota had was pretty much turnovers and that has to be cleaned up during the next go around. Wolves scored 21 fast break points, secured 18 in second chance scores, added 58 paint points and improved to a 26-25 record.
Morant records a triplee double but the Grizzlies still sustained a 100-111 loss to the Timberwolves. Memphis sits in 2nd place throughout the entire Western Conference and are atop 5 consecutive losses in a row. Aldama in the 1st quarter would knock in a three point jumper, 27-34. Grizzlies capped off quarter 1 by shooting 57% from the field while making 4 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. Including 5 turnovers and 6 points on the fast break. Grizzlies shot the ball efficiently well and were dominate in the paint. Also capitalized on fast break opportunities but were slowed down by carelessly turning it over. Despite the early mistakes, the Grizzlies were simply consistent from the field and behind the arc. Later on in the 2nd quarter Ja Morant would knock down a mid range floater, 50-56. Memphis ended the 2nd quarter by spotting in 46% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and coughed the ball up 5 times. That includes 36% from deep and racked up 4 second chance points. The Grizzlies spaced the field with good passing and it would lead to quality shot opportunities while domianting inside the paint. Memphis did much better at executing second chance scores but kept giving the ball away and had fast break chances eliminated. Grizzlies shot 71% from the free throw line, pulled in 30 paint points and slipped into halftime facing a 53-62 deficit. Heading into the late stages of the 3rd quarter Ja Morant would splash in a mid range floater but trailed 72-87. Grizzlies concluded the 3rd quarter shooting 41% from the field while scoring 16 of their 46 total points in the paint and turned the ball over 7 times. They recorded 11 second chance points and 2 on the fast break. The Grizzlies from the field got quakity shots to fall on solid ball rotation and worked well inside the paint while executing second chance buckets. However, they are still having issues from deep and their fast break opportunities were eliminated. That'll also include poor ball protection. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Williams off a Tyus Jones pass would lace in a nicley made layup, 86-98. Memphis in the 4th shot a low 40% from the field with 2 made three's and racked in 14 of their 60 total points in the paint. Grizzlies would turn it over 3 times. The Grizzlies down the strech were absolutely cold! I mean they struggled to shoot the ball from the field and couldn't hit a three while continously turning it over. One positive that they can take was their dominating performance inside the paint. Grizzlies hauled in 17 second chance points, gained 12 on the fast break, turned it over 20 times and dropped off to a 31-18 record
Friday January 27th, 2023: Edwards and
Anderson scored a combined 48 points and it led the Timberwolves to a 111-100 Victory, over the Grizzlies. Timberwolves move one over .500 and riding a 2-Game win streak. In the 1st quarter the Wolves would earn a 7-0 run after Naz Reid buried a three point jumper, 34-27. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy buckets in transition. Minnesota in one shot an overall 50% and tallied 18 paint points with 1 turnover. Alomg with adding 5 second chance scores. The Timberwolves got shots to fall at high percentages weather it was from the field or long distance and were effective inside the paint. Minnesota also dominated the offensive the glass as it led to easy second chance buckets and kept turnovers to a minimum. Then during the 2nd quarter Anthony Edwards would barrel to the cup for nice layup, 62-53. Minnesota wrapped up quarter 2 by knocking in 54% from the field with 6 turnovers tallied and scored 16 points in the paint. Wolves would secure 4 second chance buckets as well. Minnesota spreaded the ball around to help free up space and it allowed for quality shots to fall weather it came from the field or long behind the arc. They continued to execute inside the paint and capitalized in second chance scoring due to good rebounding yet they were starting to turn it over to much. Timberwolves scored 4 points off the Grizzlies 10 turns, secured 34 points in the paint, picked up 9 second chance points and entered the half leading 62-53. Now in the 3rd quarter Anthony Edwards would dial up a stepback mid range jumper, thus going up 87-70. Timberwolves sealed off the 3rd by shooting 50% from the field with 5 made three's and snagged 8 points in the paint. Wolves acquired 5 second chance scores and 8 when utilizing fast break. The Timberwolves were getting their three balls to drop on open looks and from field they got shots to fall effectively. Minnesota were able to capitalize on second chance and fast break opportunities while dominating in the painted area but still struggled in turnovers. In the end, during the 4th quarter Kyle Aderson would spot up a wide open three from the corner, 107-93. Minnesota closed out the 4th by spotting in 51% from the field while outscoring Memphis 24-23 and reeled in 16 points in the paint with 5 turns. Also scored 9 in the fast break. The Timberwolves in crunch time shot the ball extremely well from the field and when going deep and were effective in the paint. Minnesota continued to do damage when given a fast break opportunity. One hicup Minnesota had was pretty much turnovers and that has to be cleaned up during the next go around. Wolves scored 21 fast break points, secured 18 in second chance scores, added 58 paint points and improved to a 26-25 record.
Morant records a triplee double but the Grizzlies still sustained a 100-111 loss to the Timberwolves. Memphis sits in 2nd place throughout the entire Western Conference and are atop 5 consecutive losses in a row. Aldama in the 1st quarter would knock in a three point jumper, 27-34. Grizzlies capped off quarter 1 by shooting 57% from the field while making 4 made three's and scored 16 points in the paint. Including 5 turnovers and 6 points on the fast break. Grizzlies shot the ball efficiently well and were dominate in the paint. Also capitalized on fast break opportunities but were slowed down by carelessly turning it over. Despite the early mistakes, the Grizzlies were simply consistent from the field and behind the arc. Later on in the 2nd quarter Ja Morant would knock down a mid range floater, 50-56. Memphis ended the 2nd quarter by spotting in 46% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and coughed the ball up 5 times. That includes 36% from deep and racked up 4 second chance points. The Grizzlies spaced the field with good passing and it would lead to quality shot opportunities while domianting inside the paint. Memphis did much better at executing second chance scores but kept giving the ball away and had fast break chances eliminated. Grizzlies shot 71% from the free throw line, pulled in 30 paint points and slipped into halftime facing a 53-62 deficit. Heading into the late stages of the 3rd quarter Ja Morant would splash in a mid range floater but trailed 72-87. Grizzlies concluded the 3rd quarter shooting 41% from the field while scoring 16 of their 46 total points in the paint and turned the ball over 7 times. They recorded 11 second chance points and 2 on the fast break. The Grizzlies from the field got quakity shots to fall on solid ball rotation and worked well inside the paint while executing second chance buckets. However, they are still having issues from deep and their fast break opportunities were eliminated. That'll also include poor ball protection. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Williams off a Tyus Jones pass would lace in a nicley made layup, 86-98. Memphis in the 4th shot a low 40% from the field with 2 made three's and racked in 14 of their 60 total points in the paint. Grizzlies would turn it over 3 times. The Grizzlies down the strech were absolutely cold! I mean they struggled to shoot the ball from the field and couldn't hit a three while continously turning it over. One positive that they can take was their dominating performance inside the paint. Grizzlies hauled in 17 second chance points, gained 12 on the fast break, turned it over 20 times and dropped off to a 31-18 record
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Thursday January 26th, 2023: Jaylen Brown misses late free throw and it sends the Celtics to a 117-120 Overtime loss to the Knicks. Celtics fall to three straight losses in a row and remain standing in 1st place throughout the East. Brogdon with 4:33 to go in the 1st quarter would dial up a three point jumper and it gave Boston a 28-15 lead. The Celtics through one 44% from the field with 8 made three's and scored 6 points in the paint. Including 5 second chance scores. Boston created open looks on good ball movement and they got quality shots fall at high percentages weather it was from the field or long distance. Boston also executed on second chance opportunities due to good reboudning but struggled in the paint. Then during the 2nd quarter Brown secured a rebound on Brogdon's missed shot attempt and dialed in a putback layup, 59-58. Celtics through two shot 44%from the field while scoring 14 points in the paint and turned the ball over 4 times. That also includes 9 second chance scores. The Celtics from the field consistently shot the ball well and did much better inside the paint while executing on second chance opportunities but struggled from deep and turned it over carelessly. Boston snagged 14 second chance buckets, picked up 18 points in the paint and jogged into halftime with a 60-58 lead. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Payton Pritchard would lace in a wide open three point jumper but trailed 78-83. Boston finished off the 3rd quarter by knocking in an overall 40% while scoring 8 points in the paint and added 6 on the fast break. From the field and when going deep the Celtics lacked consistent shooting while second chance opportunities got eliminated but worked well inside the paint and were efficient on fast break chances. Now in the 4th quarter Celtics would force New York into to a timeout after Brown drove past his defender before knocking down a two handed slam, 92-102. Boston after that, would earn a 10-0 run after Tatum forced a steal before finding Brogdon in transition for a nicley made three, 108-110. This run was sparked by forcing quick turnovers on the defemsive end and the offense scored easy buckets in transition. Few plays later Tatum would bring in Overtime after hitting a clutch layup, 110-110. Boston in the 4th shot 43% from the field and outscored New York 25-13 while scoring 14 points in the painted area but had 4 giveaways. Boston in isolation matchups were able to knock down quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They capitalized on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance opportunities but have limit careless mistakes. Heading into Overtime with 24 ticks left Brown would sink in a much needed layup, 117-116. In OT Boston laced in 41% from the field and got outscored 10-7 with 5 turnovers recorded. Celtics in crunch shot the ball effectively from the floor and executed on second chance opportunities but matched the Knicks basket for basket and lacked points in the paint. Celtics shot 34% from deep, racked up 42 paint points and moved down to a 35-15 record.
Randle scores 37 and it led the Knicks to an impressive 120-117 win over the Celtics. Knicks have their past two matchups in a row Knicks and sit 7th place in the East. in quarter 1 would cut into the Celtics lead after Julius Randle buried a nice layup, 20-28. The Knicks said good riddance to the 1st after shooting 51% from the field while making 4 made three's and tallied 14 total points in the paint. Along with turning it over 3 times. The Knicks offense from the field or deep shot the ball efficiently well and were dominate in the paint yet they turned it over a bit to much. During the 2nd quarter. Quickley would drop in a three point jumper, 52-51. Knicks in the 2nd shot 50% from the field and utilized 12 points in the paint and secured 5 on the fast break. Knicks continued to execute ball movement to help free up space and it allowed for solid shots to fall weather it came from the field or long distance. New York dominated the paint game due to good cuts and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Knicks shot 38% from deep, latched in 26 points i the paint and walked into halftime trailing 58-60. Jalen Brunson in the 3rd quarter from the baseline would drop off a mid range jumper, thus going up 87-78. Knicks wrapped up the quarter number 3 by spotting in 50% from the field and tallied 10 of their 38 total points in paint and 4 on the fast break. That includes 37% from downtown. New York at this point in time were hot as they got buckets to fall on great rotation and were effective inside the paint and when earning fast break opportunities. New York simply did damage from the field and behind the arc. Going into the 4th quarter the Knicks would gain their biggest lead of the game after Obi Toppin off a Quickley pass would drive in a three point jumper, 100-89. New York closed out the 4th shooting 47% from the field and reeled in 10 points when scoring inside the paint but made only 1 three. Knicks had great ball movement which created open looks from the field and it allowed for numerous scoring chances. Heading into Overtime Barrett would a clutch three point J, 116-115. Knicks conclude the OT by shooting a solid 45% from the field and secured 10 points in the paint. The Knicks down the strech were getting shots to drop at a high level when scoring from the field and couldn't be stopped inside the paint. A few hiccups would be that they struggled from deep between the 4th quarter and OT. Be aware that They made 6 shots combined from that area. Knicks gained 48 points in the paint, picked up 13 on the fast break, scored 22 points off the Celtics 13 turns and moved up to a 27-23 record.
Thursday January 26th, 2023: Jaylen Brown misses late free throw and it sends the Celtics to a 117-120 Overtime loss to the Knicks. Celtics fall to three straight losses in a row and remain standing in 1st place throughout the East. Brogdon with 4:33 to go in the 1st quarter would dial up a three point jumper and it gave Boston a 28-15 lead. The Celtics through one 44% from the field with 8 made three's and scored 6 points in the paint. Including 5 second chance scores. Boston created open looks on good ball movement and they got quality shots fall at high percentages weather it was from the field or long distance. Boston also executed on second chance opportunities due to good reboudning but struggled in the paint. Then during the 2nd quarter Brown secured a rebound on Brogdon's missed shot attempt and dialed in a putback layup, 59-58. Celtics through two shot 44%from the field while scoring 14 points in the paint and turned the ball over 4 times. That also includes 9 second chance scores. The Celtics from the field consistently shot the ball well and did much better inside the paint while executing on second chance opportunities but struggled from deep and turned it over carelessly. Boston snagged 14 second chance buckets, picked up 18 points in the paint and jogged into halftime with a 60-58 lead. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Payton Pritchard would lace in a wide open three point jumper but trailed 78-83. Boston finished off the 3rd quarter by knocking in an overall 40% while scoring 8 points in the paint and added 6 on the fast break. From the field and when going deep the Celtics lacked consistent shooting while second chance opportunities got eliminated but worked well inside the paint and were efficient on fast break chances. Now in the 4th quarter Celtics would force New York into to a timeout after Brown drove past his defender before knocking down a two handed slam, 92-102. Boston after that, would earn a 10-0 run after Tatum forced a steal before finding Brogdon in transition for a nicley made three, 108-110. This run was sparked by forcing quick turnovers on the defemsive end and the offense scored easy buckets in transition. Few plays later Tatum would bring in Overtime after hitting a clutch layup, 110-110. Boston in the 4th shot 43% from the field and outscored New York 25-13 while scoring 14 points in the painted area but had 4 giveaways. Boston in isolation matchups were able to knock down quality shots from the field and attacked the paint. They capitalized on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance opportunities but have limit careless mistakes. Heading into Overtime with 24 ticks left Brown would sink in a much needed layup, 117-116. In OT Boston laced in 41% from the field and got outscored 10-7 with 5 turnovers recorded. Celtics in crunch shot the ball effectively from the floor and executed on second chance opportunities but matched the Knicks basket for basket and lacked points in the paint. Celtics shot 34% from deep, racked up 42 paint points and moved down to a 35-15 record.
Randle scores 37 and it led the Knicks to an impressive 120-117 win over the Celtics. Knicks have their past two matchups in a row Knicks and sit 7th place in the East. in quarter 1 would cut into the Celtics lead after Julius Randle buried a nice layup, 20-28. The Knicks said good riddance to the 1st after shooting 51% from the field while making 4 made three's and tallied 14 total points in the paint. Along with turning it over 3 times. The Knicks offense from the field or deep shot the ball efficiently well and were dominate in the paint yet they turned it over a bit to much. During the 2nd quarter. Quickley would drop in a three point jumper, 52-51. Knicks in the 2nd shot 50% from the field and utilized 12 points in the paint and secured 5 on the fast break. Knicks continued to execute ball movement to help free up space and it allowed for solid shots to fall weather it came from the field or long distance. New York dominated the paint game due to good cuts and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Knicks shot 38% from deep, latched in 26 points i the paint and walked into halftime trailing 58-60. Jalen Brunson in the 3rd quarter from the baseline would drop off a mid range jumper, thus going up 87-78. Knicks wrapped up the quarter number 3 by spotting in 50% from the field and tallied 10 of their 38 total points in paint and 4 on the fast break. That includes 37% from downtown. New York at this point in time were hot as they got buckets to fall on great rotation and were effective inside the paint and when earning fast break opportunities. New York simply did damage from the field and behind the arc. Going into the 4th quarter the Knicks would gain their biggest lead of the game after Obi Toppin off a Quickley pass would drive in a three point jumper, 100-89. New York closed out the 4th shooting 47% from the field and reeled in 10 points when scoring inside the paint but made only 1 three. Knicks had great ball movement which created open looks from the field and it allowed for numerous scoring chances. Heading into Overtime Barrett would a clutch three point J, 116-115. Knicks conclude the OT by shooting a solid 45% from the field and secured 10 points in the paint. The Knicks down the strech were getting shots to drop at a high level when scoring from the field and couldn't be stopped inside the paint. A few hiccups would be that they struggled from deep between the 4th quarter and OT. Be aware that They made 6 shots combined from that area. Knicks gained 48 points in the paint, picked up 13 on the fast break, scored 22 points off the Celtics 13 turns and moved up to a 27-23 record.
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Wednesday January 25th, 2023: Grizzlies got outscored 32-24 in the 4th quarter and sent them to a disappointing 120-122 loss. Grizzlies suffer 17th loss of the year. In the 1st quarter Santi Aldama would bury a contested layup and it gave his team a 20-18 lead. Grizzlies capped off quarter 1 by shooting 31% from the field with 1 made three and scored 12 points in the paint. The Grizzlies lacked consistent shooting weather it was from the field or long distance. They also capitalized on fast break opportunities due to the defense forcing quality stops and were efficient inside the paint. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Ja Morant with 1:15 remaining brought Memohis within two after sinking in a contested layup, 46-48. Grizzlies concluded the 2nd quarter by spotting in 41% from the field while scoring 20 points in the paint and 6 on the fast break. Grizzlies would turn it over 4 times as well. The Grizzlies from the field shot the ball much better as they got buckets to fall and were effective inside the paint while executing on fast break opportunities. Memphis's struggles continue from deep and turned the ball over one to many times. Grizzles added 32 total points in the paint, shot 66% from the free throw line and entered halftime with a 54-53 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Bane laced a three point jumper and it gave the Grizzlies a 76-68 lead. Grizzlies were off to a 7-0 run due to the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Grizzlies sealed off the 3rd quarter by knocking down 49% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 16 points in the paint but turned it over 4 out of their 9 total times. Memphis this time around shot the ball extremely well as they got baksets to fall from the field and when going deep while executing inside the paint. Moving forward they just have limit careless mistakes. Later on during the 4th quarter Morant would barrel to the cup for a beautiful layup, 116-116. Eventually, with 6 ticks left Clarke would cut to the rim for a beuaty of a layup, 120-120. Grizzlies kiss the 4th quarter goodbye by shooting 48% from the field while making 1 three pointer and scored 14 of theit 62 total points in the paint. That'll also include 7 second chance scores. Offensively the Grizzlies were patient as they got solid shot selections to fall when scoring from the field and remained dominate in the paint. Grizzlies were very much effective when capitalizing on second chance opportunities but in crunch time they matched Golden State bakset for basket. Grizzlies latched in 62 paint points, secured 9 second chance scores, tallied 20 on the fast break and staggered down to a 31-17 record.
The Warriors barely survived the Grizzlies after picking up an impressive 122-120 Victory. This sends Golden State back to .500 and in the West they find themselves one game out of the playoffs. Warriors in the 1st quarter would regain their lead after Donte DiVincezo sunk in a three point jumper on a Green assist, 21-20. The Warriors ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 45% from the field and scored 8 paint points while turning it over 5 times. Along with going 3 for 8 from deep. The Warriors spaced the field with good passing as it helped create open space and got quality shots to fall. Golden State executed inside the paint as well but struggled from deep and carelessly gave the ball away. In the 2nd quarter Jonathan Kuminga with 3:19 left would drop in a three point jumper, thus going up 44-39. Keep note that Kuminga had recorded back to back baskets. Afterwards, Draymond Green would blow past Clarke on his way to the rim for a nice one handed layup, 50-46. Warriors wrapped up quarter 2 by knocking in 51% from the field with 3 made three's and turned the ball over 9 times. That includes 10 points in the paint. The Warriors offense were able to shoot the ball effectively from the field and were consistent inside the paint but got slowed down by turning it over to much and were insufficient from behind the arc. Golden State were shooting 6 of 14 from downtown, scored 5 points off the Grizzlies 5 turns and slipped into halftime down 53-54. Going into the 3rd quarter midway through Klay Thompson would bury a pullup three point jumper but trailed 79-80. Few possessions later Curry would hit a stepback three pointer and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 85-85. The Warriors shot 50% from the field with 4 made three's and redorded 14 total points in the paint. Golden State utilized set screens to help create open looks and were knockong down quality shots weather it came from the field or long distance. The Warriors managed to capitalize on second chance buckets due good reboudning and domianted inside the paint. Heading into late stages of the 4th quarter Curry would spot up a long stepback mid range jumper, 113-113 with 2:18 left. In the end, with 2 seconds to spare Poole cut to the rim for a game clinching layup, 122-120. Warriors closed out the 4th quarter by splashing in 50% from the field with 4 made three's and recorded 10 of their 44 total points down low. Steph Curry also got ejected for throwing his mouthpiece towards the ref in frustration. Warriors down the stretch moved the ball around to create open looks and it allowed for quality shots to fall from the field. Warriors also had solid execution in the paint and did damage from deep but were turnover machines. Warriors racked up 15 second chance buckets, earned 14 offensive rebounds, turned the ball over 21 times and improved to a 24-24 record.
Wednesday January 25th, 2023: Grizzlies got outscored 32-24 in the 4th quarter and sent them to a disappointing 120-122 loss. Grizzlies suffer 17th loss of the year. In the 1st quarter Santi Aldama would bury a contested layup and it gave his team a 20-18 lead. Grizzlies capped off quarter 1 by shooting 31% from the field with 1 made three and scored 12 points in the paint. The Grizzlies lacked consistent shooting weather it was from the field or long distance. They also capitalized on fast break opportunities due to the defense forcing quality stops and were efficient inside the paint. Shifting into the 2nd quarter Ja Morant with 1:15 remaining brought Memohis within two after sinking in a contested layup, 46-48. Grizzlies concluded the 2nd quarter by spotting in 41% from the field while scoring 20 points in the paint and 6 on the fast break. Grizzlies would turn it over 4 times as well. The Grizzlies from the field shot the ball much better as they got buckets to fall and were effective inside the paint while executing on fast break opportunities. Memphis's struggles continue from deep and turned the ball over one to many times. Grizzles added 32 total points in the paint, shot 66% from the free throw line and entered halftime with a 54-53 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Bane laced a three point jumper and it gave the Grizzlies a 76-68 lead. Grizzlies were off to a 7-0 run due to the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Grizzlies sealed off the 3rd quarter by knocking down 49% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 16 points in the paint but turned it over 4 out of their 9 total times. Memphis this time around shot the ball extremely well as they got baksets to fall from the field and when going deep while executing inside the paint. Moving forward they just have limit careless mistakes. Later on during the 4th quarter Morant would barrel to the cup for a beautiful layup, 116-116. Eventually, with 6 ticks left Clarke would cut to the rim for a beuaty of a layup, 120-120. Grizzlies kiss the 4th quarter goodbye by shooting 48% from the field while making 1 three pointer and scored 14 of theit 62 total points in the paint. That'll also include 7 second chance scores. Offensively the Grizzlies were patient as they got solid shot selections to fall when scoring from the field and remained dominate in the paint. Grizzlies were very much effective when capitalizing on second chance opportunities but in crunch time they matched Golden State bakset for basket. Grizzlies latched in 62 paint points, secured 9 second chance scores, tallied 20 on the fast break and staggered down to a 31-17 record.
The Warriors barely survived the Grizzlies after picking up an impressive 122-120 Victory. This sends Golden State back to .500 and in the West they find themselves one game out of the playoffs. Warriors in the 1st quarter would regain their lead after Donte DiVincezo sunk in a three point jumper on a Green assist, 21-20. The Warriors ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 45% from the field and scored 8 paint points while turning it over 5 times. Along with going 3 for 8 from deep. The Warriors spaced the field with good passing as it helped create open space and got quality shots to fall. Golden State executed inside the paint as well but struggled from deep and carelessly gave the ball away. In the 2nd quarter Jonathan Kuminga with 3:19 left would drop in a three point jumper, thus going up 44-39. Keep note that Kuminga had recorded back to back baskets. Afterwards, Draymond Green would blow past Clarke on his way to the rim for a nice one handed layup, 50-46. Warriors wrapped up quarter 2 by knocking in 51% from the field with 3 made three's and turned the ball over 9 times. That includes 10 points in the paint. The Warriors offense were able to shoot the ball effectively from the field and were consistent inside the paint but got slowed down by turning it over to much and were insufficient from behind the arc. Golden State were shooting 6 of 14 from downtown, scored 5 points off the Grizzlies 5 turns and slipped into halftime down 53-54. Going into the 3rd quarter midway through Klay Thompson would bury a pullup three point jumper but trailed 79-80. Few possessions later Curry would hit a stepback three pointer and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 85-85. The Warriors shot 50% from the field with 4 made three's and redorded 14 total points in the paint. Golden State utilized set screens to help create open looks and were knockong down quality shots weather it came from the field or long distance. The Warriors managed to capitalize on second chance buckets due good reboudning and domianted inside the paint. Heading into late stages of the 4th quarter Curry would spot up a long stepback mid range jumper, 113-113 with 2:18 left. In the end, with 2 seconds to spare Poole cut to the rim for a game clinching layup, 122-120. Warriors closed out the 4th quarter by splashing in 50% from the field with 4 made three's and recorded 10 of their 44 total points down low. Steph Curry also got ejected for throwing his mouthpiece towards the ref in frustration. Warriors down the stretch moved the ball around to create open looks and it allowed for quality shots to fall from the field. Warriors also had solid execution in the paint and did damage from deep but were turnover machines. Warriors racked up 15 second chance buckets, earned 14 offensive rebounds, turned the ball over 21 times and improved to a 24-24 record.
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Tuesday January 24th, 2023: Celtics against the Miami Heat suffered a tough 95-98 loss. Boston sits in 1st place throughout the entire East and have lost back to back games in a row. the 1st quarter Grant Williams off a Blake Griffin pass would splash in a corner three, 22-18. Celtics through one shot 47% from the field while scoring 10 points down low and turned it over once. Including 5 points on the fast break but were 3 of 9 from deep. The Celtics dominated on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance buckets and from the field they got quality shots to fall. They also executed inside the paint and capitalized on the fast break. In the 2nd quarter Luke Kornet with 2 ticks left would cut to the rim off a Tatum pass and knocked in a nicley made layup, 58-50. Boston was on an 11-0 run due to the defense making stops and the offense scored quickly in transtion. Boston's offense got shots to drop from the field and continued to attack paint as players did a nice job of cutting to the rim on quality passes. However, they need to minus mistakes and at some point have to get the three ball to go in. Boston scored 20 total points in the paint, turned in 10 team assists and entered halftime with a 58-50 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter midway through, Tatum would split the defense and sunk in a one handed layup, 77-72. Celtics wrapped up quarter 3 by shooting 50% from the field with 10 giveaways and tallied 16 of their 36 total points in the paint. Boston for the most part shot the ball extremely well from the field and did damage inside the paint while executing on second chance opportunities. The Celtics issues were mainly from deep due to Maimi eliminating open looks and were a turnover machine. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Tatum spotted in a one handed layup and got in the process to make this a three point play, 90-92. Celtics after that, would force a late tie after Williams hit a three pointer, 95-95. Celtics in the 4th quarter shot 43% from the field while getting outscored 23-13 and reeled in 6 points in the paint. Unfortunately for the Celtics they couldn't buy a basket weather it was from the field or long distance. Boston had struggles inside the paint due Miami clogging the middle of the lane and turned the ball over a few times. Keep in mind that it took the Celtics 5 minutes just to make 1 SHOT! Celtics snagged 42 total paint points, scored 7 on the fast break and staggered down to a 35-14 record.
Heat survive the Boston Celtics after securing a 98-95 Victory. This gives Mimai their 27th win of the year and stand in 6th place throughout the Eastern Conference. Strus late in the 1st would bury a three point jumper to give Miami a 27-24 lead. Heat were off to a 7-0 run due to quick stops and easy scores in transition. Miami in one shot 40% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 10 poimts in the paint. They added 9 second chance scores as well and turned it over 0 times. Heat were shooting the ball pretty well on good rotation as they got buckets to fall and due to quality rebounding it allowed for the team to capitalize on second d chance scoring. As well as dominating the paint game and on open looks they were letting the three ball fly. During the 2nd quarter the Heat would regain their lead after Oladipo dialed up a three point J, 50-47. Miami capped off quarter 2 by shooting 37% from the field and scored 8 of their 18 total points in the paint with 1 turnover added. Heat would make only 1 three and scored 2 second chance buckets. The Heat created open looks by spacing field with good passing and it led to positive scoring opportunities. Heat worked well inside the paint but struggled to buy a three due to the Celtics defense closing out and had second chance scores eliminated. Heat scored 11 second chance points, shot a solid 76% from the free throw line and walked into halftime facing a 50-58 deficit. Now in quarter number 3 Bam Adebayo would sink in a pullup mid range jumper off a Lowry assist, 62-69. Heat were off to a 10-3 run as they scored quick in transition and the defense forced stops. Miami ended the 3rd by spotting in 36% from the field while turning it over 5 times and scored 10 points in the paint. Miami added 3 points in second chance scores. Miami got solid shots to fall from the field on good passing and were efficient inside the paint. Along with capitalizing on second chance buckets but turned it over a to much and were starting to struggle from deep. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Miami would get off to an 10-0 run after Adebayo in transition buried a one handed slam, 87-87. Afterwards, Miami's run would extend to 12-0 as Adebayo hammered down another one handed jam, 89-87. This was their first lead since late in the 3rd. In the end, with 20 ticks left Adebayo recorded a game clinching mid range J, 97-95. Heat concluded the 4th quarter by knocking down an overall 30% and tallied in 12 points in the paint. Offensively Miami down the strech got shots to fall from the field and when going deep while excersing their dominance in the paint. Heat ended with 42 points in the paint, scored 16 second chance buckets and shifted their record to 27-22.
Tuesday January 24th, 2023: Celtics against the Miami Heat suffered a tough 95-98 loss. Boston sits in 1st place throughout the entire East and have lost back to back games in a row. the 1st quarter Grant Williams off a Blake Griffin pass would splash in a corner three, 22-18. Celtics through one shot 47% from the field while scoring 10 points down low and turned it over once. Including 5 points on the fast break but were 3 of 9 from deep. The Celtics dominated on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance buckets and from the field they got quality shots to fall. They also executed inside the paint and capitalized on the fast break. In the 2nd quarter Luke Kornet with 2 ticks left would cut to the rim off a Tatum pass and knocked in a nicley made layup, 58-50. Boston was on an 11-0 run due to the defense making stops and the offense scored quickly in transtion. Boston's offense got shots to drop from the field and continued to attack paint as players did a nice job of cutting to the rim on quality passes. However, they need to minus mistakes and at some point have to get the three ball to go in. Boston scored 20 total points in the paint, turned in 10 team assists and entered halftime with a 58-50 lead. Shifting into the 3rd quarter midway through, Tatum would split the defense and sunk in a one handed layup, 77-72. Celtics wrapped up quarter 3 by shooting 50% from the field with 10 giveaways and tallied 16 of their 36 total points in the paint. Boston for the most part shot the ball extremely well from the field and did damage inside the paint while executing on second chance opportunities. The Celtics issues were mainly from deep due to Maimi eliminating open looks and were a turnover machine. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Tatum spotted in a one handed layup and got in the process to make this a three point play, 90-92. Celtics after that, would force a late tie after Williams hit a three pointer, 95-95. Celtics in the 4th quarter shot 43% from the field while getting outscored 23-13 and reeled in 6 points in the paint. Unfortunately for the Celtics they couldn't buy a basket weather it was from the field or long distance. Boston had struggles inside the paint due Miami clogging the middle of the lane and turned the ball over a few times. Keep in mind that it took the Celtics 5 minutes just to make 1 SHOT! Celtics snagged 42 total paint points, scored 7 on the fast break and staggered down to a 35-14 record.
Heat survive the Boston Celtics after securing a 98-95 Victory. This gives Mimai their 27th win of the year and stand in 6th place throughout the Eastern Conference. Strus late in the 1st would bury a three point jumper to give Miami a 27-24 lead. Heat were off to a 7-0 run due to quick stops and easy scores in transition. Miami in one shot 40% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 10 poimts in the paint. They added 9 second chance scores as well and turned it over 0 times. Heat were shooting the ball pretty well on good rotation as they got buckets to fall and due to quality rebounding it allowed for the team to capitalize on second d chance scoring. As well as dominating the paint game and on open looks they were letting the three ball fly. During the 2nd quarter the Heat would regain their lead after Oladipo dialed up a three point J, 50-47. Miami capped off quarter 2 by shooting 37% from the field and scored 8 of their 18 total points in the paint with 1 turnover added. Heat would make only 1 three and scored 2 second chance buckets. The Heat created open looks by spacing field with good passing and it led to positive scoring opportunities. Heat worked well inside the paint but struggled to buy a three due to the Celtics defense closing out and had second chance scores eliminated. Heat scored 11 second chance points, shot a solid 76% from the free throw line and walked into halftime facing a 50-58 deficit. Now in quarter number 3 Bam Adebayo would sink in a pullup mid range jumper off a Lowry assist, 62-69. Heat were off to a 10-3 run as they scored quick in transition and the defense forced stops. Miami ended the 3rd by spotting in 36% from the field while turning it over 5 times and scored 10 points in the paint. Miami added 3 points in second chance scores. Miami got solid shots to fall from the field on good passing and were efficient inside the paint. Along with capitalizing on second chance buckets but turned it over a to much and were starting to struggle from deep. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Miami would get off to an 10-0 run after Adebayo in transition buried a one handed slam, 87-87. Afterwards, Miami's run would extend to 12-0 as Adebayo hammered down another one handed jam, 89-87. This was their first lead since late in the 3rd. In the end, with 20 ticks left Adebayo recorded a game clinching mid range J, 97-95. Heat concluded the 4th quarter by knocking down an overall 30% and tallied in 12 points in the paint. Offensively Miami down the strech got shots to fall from the field and when going deep while excersing their dominance in the paint. Heat ended with 42 points in the paint, scored 16 second chance buckets and shifted their record to 27-22.
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BREAKING: Lakers trade Nunn and three 2nd round Draft picks for Rui Hachimura. Now Hachimura is an effective players in terms of scoring. Hachimura can shoot the ball well weather it's inside the paint or from behind the arc. Very consistent and is a solid passer. Hachimura also does a great job on the defensive end as he protects the rim well by forcing blocked shots. In 2022-2023 Hachimura is averaging 13 points per game, 4.3 in rebounding and a 1.2 in assists. Including 48% shooting from the field.
BREAKING: Lakers trade Nunn and three 2nd round Draft picks for Rui Hachimura. Now Hachimura is an effective players in terms of scoring. Hachimura can shoot the ball well weather it's inside the paint or from behind the arc. Very consistent and is a solid passer. Hachimura also does a great job on the defensive end as he protects the rim well by forcing blocked shots. In 2022-2023 Hachimura is averaging 13 points per game, 4.3 in rebounding and a 1.2 in assists. Including 48% shooting from the field.
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Monday January 23rd, 2023: Bucks dominated the Pistons by a score of 150-130. This has the Bucks sitting in 3rd place throughout the East and picked up win number 30. Grayson Allen in quarter 1 would bury a three point jumper and it gave his team a 22-6 lead. Afterwards, with 3:56 left Antetokounmpo would knock in pullup three point jumper, 40-12. Bucks through one recorded 75% shooting from the field with 7 made three's and scored 22 points in the paint. That includes outscoring the Pistons 49-24. Bucks from the field got shots to fall at a high percentage and did damage inside the paint. They managed to shoot well from deep as they created open looks on good ball movement. In the 2nd quarter Jrue Holiday would sink in a fading mid range jumper and it extended Milwaukee's lead to 63-37. Bucks in two shot 65% from the field while scoring 12 points down low and added 4 three pointers. Milwaukee moved the ball around to help create open space and it led to quality scoring chances. They simply executed from field or when going deep. Bucks dominated inside the paint as well and capitalized on second chance buckets. Bucks scored 34 total points in the paint, tallied 7 second chance scores and went into halftime with a big 83-55 lead. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Holiday knocked down a fading mid range J which pushed the Bucks lead to 100-76. Bucks concluded the 3rd quarter by reeeling in 57% from the field and secured 12 points in the paint with 4 turnovers lost. The Bucks on good rotation shot the ball extremely well weather it be from the field or long range. Milwaukee would execute on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance buckets and were effective down low. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter the Bucks would add the knockout punch after Wesley Matthews drained in a three point jumper off a Carter assist, 146-116. Bucks in their final 12 minutes shot 56% from the field and latched on to 12 points in the paint. They also went ahead and shot 44% from deep. Milwaukee soundly put this game away as they got quality shots to fall when scoring from the field and made a ton of three's on terrific ball movement. Bucks executed in the painted area and domianted second chance scores. Bucks secured 19 second chance buckets, scored 58 paint points, utilized 38 assists and improved to a 30-17 record.
Pistons suffer an obliterating 130-150 loss to the Bucks. Pistons through the entire East is sitting in last place and are atop four straight losses. Diallo late in the 1st quarter sunk in a mid range jumper while on the run but trailed 20-43. The Pistons through one shot 45% from the field while going 1 of 7 from deep and gave the ball away 7 times. Including 12 paint points. Detroit's offense had issues getting shots to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. They also turned it over a bit to much but executed well inside the paint. Players were able cut to the rim on quality passes. During the 2nd quarter Detroit Jaden Ivey would deliver a pullup mid range jumper, 52-79. The Pistons capped off the 2nd quarter by shooting 44% from the field with 4 made three's and added 10 points in the paint. Detroit would score 8 fast break points as well. Offensively the Pistons were starting to find a groove as they shot the ball effectively from the field and when going deep. Also capitalized on fast break opportunities and were efficient inside the paint but continue to have turnover issues. Pistons coughed the ball up 10 total times, scored 8 total points on the fast break and entered the half facing a 55-83 deficit. Now during the 3rd quarter with 6:16 left Boban Bogdanovic would lace in a three poimt jumper, 70-96. Pistons knocked down 46% from the floor while making 7 three's and scored 8 of their 30 total points in the paint. Pistons gave the ball up 5 times as well. Despite being down big, Detroit was hot as they got buckets to fall on quality passes and capitalized on fast break opportunities. They couldn't be stopped from the field and were lacing three's on open looks. They did some damage in the paint but struggled in ball security. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Jalen Duren would secure the offensive rebound off an Ivey missed three and dialed up a putback slam, 127-148. Pistons were off to a 7-0 run due to nice stops and quick points in transition. Pistons shot an overall 40% while outscoring the Bucks 38-35 and scored 18 points in the paint with 5 giveaways. Pistons from the field got good shots to fall and did a nice of attacking the paint for easy scores but down the strech they missed quality baskets from deep due to Milwaukee taking away open looks and fast break opportunities were eliminated. Pistons scored 21 fast break points, defense forced 10 team steals, dished in 26 assists and fell to a 12-37 record.
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Friday January 20th, 2023: Doncic and the Mavs holds off the Heat by snagging a 115-90 win. Dallas moves three games past .500 and are 5th in the entire West. Dorian Finney Smith in the 1st laced a three point jumper, 28-19. Mavs ended the first by shooting an overall 40% and scored 10 paint points while outscoring Miami 31-19. The Mavericks early dominated inside the paint and off ball movement they got quality shots to fall ethier from the field or long distance. Also capitalized on second chance buckets due to quality rebounding. Then during the 2nd quarter Luka Doncic would spalsh in a stepback mid range jumper and it extended Dallas's lead to 58-43. Dallas wrapped up the 2nd by knocking in 52% from long range and scored 2 of their 14 total points in the paint with 0 turnovers. Dallas's offense from long distance shot the ball effectively on quality passes and kept turnovers to a minimum but struggled insode the paint and had second chance opportunities eliminated. Dallas added 5 fast break points, shot 45% from the field and walked into halftime up 60-51. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Josh Green got the cup for a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 82-61. Mavs were also off to a 17-0 run due the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored easy buckets in transition. Dallas finalized the 3rd quarter shooting 45% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. Also turned the ball over 4 times. The Mavs did a great job of sharing the ball and it would lead to a number of scoring opportunities weather it came from the field or downtown. They did much better in the paint as well but were still having issues in protecting the ball. In conclusion, Dallas would earn an 10-0 run after Nitlikina sunk in a game sealing layup, 108-79. Mavericks shot an overall 40% with 12 points being scored in the paint and gave the ball away 3 times. Dallas down the strech from the field set each other up with good passes and got shots to fall on a consistent basis. Mavs would also capitalize in the paint and were a force to be reckoned with when it came second chance buckets. Mavericks scored 34 total points in the paint, secured 12 second chance scores and improved to a 25-22 record.
Heat stumble to the Mavericks after getting annihilated 90-115. Heat are yhree games over .500 and are sitting 6th in the East. Heat through one shot 37% from the field and scored 12 points in the paint with only 2 turns. The Heat's offense seemingly struggled to buy a basket from the field and when going deep. However, most of their points were generated by attacking the paint and rarely turned the ball over. Later on in the 2nd quarter Tyler Herro with over three minutes remaining would dial up a mid range floater, 43-56. Heat said good riddance to the 2nd quarter as they shot 50% from the field while scoring 20 points in the paint and turned the ball over 4 times. Also tallied 7 fast break scores. Miami created quality scoring chances from the field as they utilized good passing and shot the ball extremely well while capitalizing on fast break chances but from downtown they couldn't get a basket to drop due to Dallas's defense taking away open looks. They were a turnover machine as well. Heat scored 32 points in the paint, scored 9 on the fast break and slipped into halftime 51-60. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Bam Adebayo would cut to the rim before sinking in a much needed layup, 65-87. Heat concludes the quarter 3 by knocking down 43% from the field and got outscored 32-16. Including 1 made three and racked up 14 points down low with 4 turns tallied. Miami was efficient from the field due to consistent scoring in the paint and got shots to fall at a high rate but remained flat from downtown and coughed the ball up a bit to much. Eventually, going into the late stages 4th quarter Caleb Martin would dial up a mid rnage jumper, 82-110. For Miami they shot the ball poorly on bad ball movement and turned it over like it was nothing but one good thing that they did was execute in the paint. Moving forward Miami has to move the ball better if they want a chance to create better scoring options and keep turnovers low. Heat scored 10 points off the Mavs 10 turns, scored 52 paint points and staggered down to a 25-22 record.
Friday January 20th, 2023: Doncic and the Mavs holds off the Heat by snagging a 115-90 win. Dallas moves three games past .500 and are 5th in the entire West. Dorian Finney Smith in the 1st laced a three point jumper, 28-19. Mavs ended the first by shooting an overall 40% and scored 10 paint points while outscoring Miami 31-19. The Mavericks early dominated inside the paint and off ball movement they got quality shots to fall ethier from the field or long distance. Also capitalized on second chance buckets due to quality rebounding. Then during the 2nd quarter Luka Doncic would spalsh in a stepback mid range jumper and it extended Dallas's lead to 58-43. Dallas wrapped up the 2nd by knocking in 52% from long range and scored 2 of their 14 total points in the paint with 0 turnovers. Dallas's offense from long distance shot the ball effectively on quality passes and kept turnovers to a minimum but struggled insode the paint and had second chance opportunities eliminated. Dallas added 5 fast break points, shot 45% from the field and walked into halftime up 60-51. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Josh Green got the cup for a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 82-61. Mavs were also off to a 17-0 run due the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored easy buckets in transition. Dallas finalized the 3rd quarter shooting 45% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. Also turned the ball over 4 times. The Mavs did a great job of sharing the ball and it would lead to a number of scoring opportunities weather it came from the field or downtown. They did much better in the paint as well but were still having issues in protecting the ball. In conclusion, Dallas would earn an 10-0 run after Nitlikina sunk in a game sealing layup, 108-79. Mavericks shot an overall 40% with 12 points being scored in the paint and gave the ball away 3 times. Dallas down the strech from the field set each other up with good passes and got shots to fall on a consistent basis. Mavs would also capitalize in the paint and were a force to be reckoned with when it came second chance buckets. Mavericks scored 34 total points in the paint, secured 12 second chance scores and improved to a 25-22 record.
Heat stumble to the Mavericks after getting annihilated 90-115. Heat are yhree games over .500 and are sitting 6th in the East. Heat through one shot 37% from the field and scored 12 points in the paint with only 2 turns. The Heat's offense seemingly struggled to buy a basket from the field and when going deep. However, most of their points were generated by attacking the paint and rarely turned the ball over. Later on in the 2nd quarter Tyler Herro with over three minutes remaining would dial up a mid range floater, 43-56. Heat said good riddance to the 2nd quarter as they shot 50% from the field while scoring 20 points in the paint and turned the ball over 4 times. Also tallied 7 fast break scores. Miami created quality scoring chances from the field as they utilized good passing and shot the ball extremely well while capitalizing on fast break chances but from downtown they couldn't get a basket to drop due to Dallas's defense taking away open looks. They were a turnover machine as well. Heat scored 32 points in the paint, scored 9 on the fast break and slipped into halftime 51-60. Shifting into the 3rd quarter Bam Adebayo would cut to the rim before sinking in a much needed layup, 65-87. Heat concludes the quarter 3 by knocking down 43% from the field and got outscored 32-16. Including 1 made three and racked up 14 points down low with 4 turns tallied. Miami was efficient from the field due to consistent scoring in the paint and got shots to fall at a high rate but remained flat from downtown and coughed the ball up a bit to much. Eventually, going into the late stages 4th quarter Caleb Martin would dial up a mid rnage jumper, 82-110. For Miami they shot the ball poorly on bad ball movement and turned it over like it was nothing but one good thing that they did was execute in the paint. Moving forward Miami has to move the ball better if they want a chance to create better scoring options and keep turnovers low. Heat scored 10 points off the Mavs 10 turns, scored 52 paint points and staggered down to a 25-22 record.
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Thursday January 19th, 2023: The Celtics winning ways continue after knockong off the Warriors 121-118 in Overtime. This moves Boston to an 8-2 record through ten games and have won three consecutive games in a row. Derrick White late in the 1st would find Kornet who knocked in a nicley made layup, 25-24. Boston in the 1st shot 40% from the field and scored 20 paint points while getting outscored 26-25. Boston from the field got quality shots to fall on good ball movement and domianted inside the paint but were struggling to buy a three pointer and had second chance opportunities eliminated. Then during quarter 2 the Celtics would get off to an 11-2 run after Tatum dialed up a three point jumper, this going up 36-28. This run was sparked due to quick defensive stops and scored easy baksets in transition. Afterwards, Smart with 2:29 left would force a steal off Thompson and found Tatum in transition who tossed up an alley oop pass to Williams and hammered down the slam, 47-45. The Celitcs wrapped up the 2nd by shooting 41% from the field and scored 10 points in the paint and 5 on the fast break but gave the ball up 6 times. Boston continuted to do a good job of attacking the paint and got solid shots to fall from the field while executing on the fast break chances but still had issues from deep due to Golden State eliminating open opportunities and were a turnover machine. Celtics scored 6 total fast break points, shot 23% from long range and slipped into halftime trailing 55-60. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Marcus Smart launched in a three point jumper and brought his team within six, 72-78. Celtics said good riddance to the 3rd quarter after they shot 38% from the field and scored 10 points in the paints with 2 turns added. They also utilized 4 made three's and recorded 10 second chance points. The Celtics from both ends of the court shot the ball extremely well and capitalized on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding. They hammered Golden State inside the paint and rarely gave the ball away. Now in the 4th quarter Boston would inch closer to the Warriors lead after Brown forced a steal off Green's bad pass and in transition hammered down the slam, 94-97. Eventually, going down the strech Brown with 18 ticks left would knock down a game tying three to force OT, 118-118. The Celtics in regulation spotted in 38% from the field with 8.points being scored in the paint and coughed the ball up 7 times. Celtics shot the ball effectively from both ends of the floor and remained dominate when getting to the paint. However, Boston HAS to limit mistakes because it's ultimately costing them. In conclusion, Tatum would sink in a game sealing pullup three and gave the C's a 118-111 lead. C's finalize OT by shooting 39% and turned the puck over just once. Boston made key shots in crunch time and the defense put the clamps on Golden State when it was time to. Boston scored 22 second chance buckets, recorded 52 points in the paint and moved up to a 34-12 record.
The Warriors were so close to a dub but instead they get dealt by the Celtics in a 118-121 loss in Overtime. Warriors lose their NBA Finals rematch from last season and are one game under .500. Poole in the 1st quarter would help Golden State regain their lead after hitting a late floating mid range jumper, 26-25. Warriors in the 1st shot 34% from the field with 6 made three's and scored only 2 points in the paint. Including 4 giveaways. The Warriors offense moved the ball around to help create open looks and it led to quality shot opportunities. They executed well on second chance buckets due to solid rebounding and were hot from behind the three point line. Moving forward they need to be better in limiting turns and score more points in the paint. Later on in the 2nd quarter Golden State would end the Celtics run after Curry knocked in a stepback three point jumper, 45-44. This bucket came off a Draymond Green setup. Warriors in 40 minutes shot 38% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. The Warriors created open looks by setting screens and getting quick buckets to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. Also capitalized on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding. Warriors 12 second chance buckets, recorded 15 points off the Celtics 9 turnovers and entered halftime with a 60-55 lead. Heading into the 3rd quarter Golden State would start to pull away a little after Wiggins dropped in a three point J, 78-69. Warriors concluded the 3rd quarter by spotting in 43% from the field with 4 made three's and racked up 12 paint points. Golden State did most of their damage from behind the arc as they seemingly couldn't miss and were efficient inside the paint. As for the defense they need to rebound better and eliminate second chance scores. Shifting into the 4th quarter Curry would barrel to the cup for a nice one handed layup, 106-103. Warriors shot 40% from the field and scored 8 of their 30 total points in the paint with 4 turnovers. Golden State did manage to turn the ball over carelessly and struggled from deep as they couldn't get a bakset fall but worked the floor well by getting shots to drop and punished the C's in the paint. In Overtime DiVincezo would with 30 seconds left would bury a three point J, 118-121. Warriors in OT shot 40% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 0 points in the paint. Golden State lost this matchup due turning it over one to many times and down the strech they shot the ball poorly. Golden State scored 14 second chance points, turned it over 16 total times, defense forced 7 blocks and hung down to a 22-23 record.
Thursday January 19th, 2023: The Celtics winning ways continue after knockong off the Warriors 121-118 in Overtime. This moves Boston to an 8-2 record through ten games and have won three consecutive games in a row. Derrick White late in the 1st would find Kornet who knocked in a nicley made layup, 25-24. Boston in the 1st shot 40% from the field and scored 20 paint points while getting outscored 26-25. Boston from the field got quality shots to fall on good ball movement and domianted inside the paint but were struggling to buy a three pointer and had second chance opportunities eliminated. Then during quarter 2 the Celtics would get off to an 11-2 run after Tatum dialed up a three point jumper, this going up 36-28. This run was sparked due to quick defensive stops and scored easy baksets in transition. Afterwards, Smart with 2:29 left would force a steal off Thompson and found Tatum in transition who tossed up an alley oop pass to Williams and hammered down the slam, 47-45. The Celitcs wrapped up the 2nd by shooting 41% from the field and scored 10 points in the paint and 5 on the fast break but gave the ball up 6 times. Boston continuted to do a good job of attacking the paint and got solid shots to fall from the field while executing on the fast break chances but still had issues from deep due to Golden State eliminating open opportunities and were a turnover machine. Celtics scored 6 total fast break points, shot 23% from long range and slipped into halftime trailing 55-60. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Marcus Smart launched in a three point jumper and brought his team within six, 72-78. Celtics said good riddance to the 3rd quarter after they shot 38% from the field and scored 10 points in the paints with 2 turns added. They also utilized 4 made three's and recorded 10 second chance points. The Celtics from both ends of the court shot the ball extremely well and capitalized on second chance opportunities off quality rebounding. They hammered Golden State inside the paint and rarely gave the ball away. Now in the 4th quarter Boston would inch closer to the Warriors lead after Brown forced a steal off Green's bad pass and in transition hammered down the slam, 94-97. Eventually, going down the strech Brown with 18 ticks left would knock down a game tying three to force OT, 118-118. The Celtics in regulation spotted in 38% from the field with 8.points being scored in the paint and coughed the ball up 7 times. Celtics shot the ball effectively from both ends of the floor and remained dominate when getting to the paint. However, Boston HAS to limit mistakes because it's ultimately costing them. In conclusion, Tatum would sink in a game sealing pullup three and gave the C's a 118-111 lead. C's finalize OT by shooting 39% and turned the puck over just once. Boston made key shots in crunch time and the defense put the clamps on Golden State when it was time to. Boston scored 22 second chance buckets, recorded 52 points in the paint and moved up to a 34-12 record.
The Warriors were so close to a dub but instead they get dealt by the Celtics in a 118-121 loss in Overtime. Warriors lose their NBA Finals rematch from last season and are one game under .500. Poole in the 1st quarter would help Golden State regain their lead after hitting a late floating mid range jumper, 26-25. Warriors in the 1st shot 34% from the field with 6 made three's and scored only 2 points in the paint. Including 4 giveaways. The Warriors offense moved the ball around to help create open looks and it led to quality shot opportunities. They executed well on second chance buckets due to solid rebounding and were hot from behind the three point line. Moving forward they need to be better in limiting turns and score more points in the paint. Later on in the 2nd quarter Golden State would end the Celtics run after Curry knocked in a stepback three point jumper, 45-44. This bucket came off a Draymond Green setup. Warriors in 40 minutes shot 38% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 8 points in the paint. The Warriors created open looks by setting screens and getting quick buckets to fall weather it was from the field or long distance. Also capitalized on second chance opportunities due to quality rebounding. Warriors 12 second chance buckets, recorded 15 points off the Celtics 9 turnovers and entered halftime with a 60-55 lead. Heading into the 3rd quarter Golden State would start to pull away a little after Wiggins dropped in a three point J, 78-69. Warriors concluded the 3rd quarter by spotting in 43% from the field with 4 made three's and racked up 12 paint points. Golden State did most of their damage from behind the arc as they seemingly couldn't miss and were efficient inside the paint. As for the defense they need to rebound better and eliminate second chance scores. Shifting into the 4th quarter Curry would barrel to the cup for a nice one handed layup, 106-103. Warriors shot 40% from the field and scored 8 of their 30 total points in the paint with 4 turnovers. Golden State did manage to turn the ball over carelessly and struggled from deep as they couldn't get a bakset fall but worked the floor well by getting shots to drop and punished the C's in the paint. In Overtime DiVincezo would with 30 seconds left would bury a three point J, 118-121. Warriors in OT shot 40% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 0 points in the paint. Golden State lost this matchup due turning it over one to many times and down the strech they shot the ball poorly. Golden State scored 14 second chance points, turned it over 16 total times, defense forced 7 blocks and hung down to a 22-23 record.
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Wedneday January 18th, 2023: Jokic's 14th triple double leads the Nuggets past the Timberwolves after snagging a 122-118 Victory. This helps the Nuggets reclaim 1st place in the entire West and Bruce Brown in the 1st quarter in transition received a pass from Jokic and hammered down a two handed slam, 27-20. This 6-0 was sparked by getting quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition. Including 4 turnovers. Nuggets through one shot 46% from the field while scoring 24 points in the paint and 6 on the fast break. The Nuggets from the field got shots to fall at a high percentage and were effective inside the paint while executing early in transition. However, Denver moving forward has to limit careless mistakes and start getting the three ball to drop. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter Jamal Murray would bury a three point jumper, 51-52. Nuggets capped off quarter 2 shooting 44% from the field with 1 made three and scored 16 of their 40 total points in the paint. That also includes 5 turnovers. Denver's offense spaced the floor with quality passes that would lead to solid shot opportunities from the field and couldn't be stopped in the paint. Players simply did a nice job of cutting to the rim on open lanes found. Also executed much better on the offensive glass as it allowed for easy second chance buckets. They continue to struggle in three point shooting and keep coughing the ball up as well. Nuggets recorded 5 offensive rebounds, scored 9 second chance points and entered halftime facing a 55-60 deficit. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Jamal Murray barreled to the rim for a nice one handed layup and it brought Denver within two, 72-74. Nuggets wrapped up the 3rd quarter by shooting 48% from the field and scored 18 of their 58 total points in the paint with only 2 turnovers. Denver remained a threat when scoring inside the paint and shot the ball effectively well from the field. That'll include better ball security as well. Now in the 4th quarter with 7:12 remaining KCP would drill in a catch and shoot three pointer, 102-104. This bakset would force Minnesota into a timeout. Few possessions later Murray off a Jokic set screen would dial in a three point jumper, 118-118. Nuggets were also off to a 9-0 run due to solid defensive stops and quick points in transition. In the end, with 13 ticks left Gordon would spot in a game ending two handed slam off a Jokic assist, 122-118. Nuggets says good riddance to the 4th quarter by shooting 52% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 14 points down low and 6 on the fast break. Nuggets down the strech managed to knock down quakity shots weather it was from the field or long distance. As well as capitalizing on fast break opportunities when provided and dominated the paint game.
The Tomberwolves fall to the high powered Nuggets after suffering a 118-122 loss. Timberwolves are two games under .500 and are atop two losses in a row. Luka Garza in the 1st quarter dropped in a three point J with 5 ticks left, 27-30 Timberwolves in the 1st shot 53% from the field and scored 10 paint points with 6 turnovers added. The Timberwolves struggled from deep due to Denver closing out and forcing tough shots but were able to do most of their damage from the field, as they attacked the paint and got mid range jumpers to fall. A quarter later during the 2nd Anthony Edward's would force a steal off Michael Porter and in transition knocked down a nicley made one handed layup, 52-46. T-Wolves at this time were simply doing a nice job of forcing turnovers that led to positive points on the offensive end. The Wilves ended the 2nd by knocking in 53% from the field while scoring 22 points in the paint and turned it over 4 times. Minnesota continued their dominace inside the paint by consistently attacking and from the field they shot the ball efficiently well. They also executed in both fast break and second chance opportunities but still struggled from deep and kept turning it over. Wolves were 3 of 13 from long range, scored 32 points in the paint, 14 points when on a fast break and slipped into halftime with a 60-55 lead. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter with 4:40 left Anthony Edwards would get to the cup for a contested layup, thus gaining a 80-76 lead. Minnesota concluded the 3rd by spotting in 55% from the field with 6 made three's and tallied 8 points down low. The Wolves offense from both ends of the floor shot the ball extremely well and capitalized on fast break opportunities off the defense forcing big stops. They executed in the paint as well yet they continously turn the ball over and that has to be cleaned up going forward. Now shifting into the 4th quarter Naz Reid would get to the rim before knocking in a one handed layup, 108-104. Minnesota after that, would increase their lead after D'Angelo Russell buried a wide open three, 118-113. Wolves in the 4th shot 51% from the field while scoring 14 points in the paint and got outscored 34-23. The Timberwolves in crunch time moved the ball around well to help create open looks from the field and dialed in quality shot opportunities but ultimately lost this bout by turning it over and matched Denver bakset for basket. Wolves shot 37% from downtown, scored 18 fast break points and slipped to a 22-24 record.
Wedneday January 18th, 2023: Jokic's 14th triple double leads the Nuggets past the Timberwolves after snagging a 122-118 Victory. This helps the Nuggets reclaim 1st place in the entire West and Bruce Brown in the 1st quarter in transition received a pass from Jokic and hammered down a two handed slam, 27-20. This 6-0 was sparked by getting quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition. Including 4 turnovers. Nuggets through one shot 46% from the field while scoring 24 points in the paint and 6 on the fast break. The Nuggets from the field got shots to fall at a high percentage and were effective inside the paint while executing early in transition. However, Denver moving forward has to limit careless mistakes and start getting the three ball to drop. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter Jamal Murray would bury a three point jumper, 51-52. Nuggets capped off quarter 2 shooting 44% from the field with 1 made three and scored 16 of their 40 total points in the paint. That also includes 5 turnovers. Denver's offense spaced the floor with quality passes that would lead to solid shot opportunities from the field and couldn't be stopped in the paint. Players simply did a nice job of cutting to the rim on open lanes found. Also executed much better on the offensive glass as it allowed for easy second chance buckets. They continue to struggle in three point shooting and keep coughing the ball up as well. Nuggets recorded 5 offensive rebounds, scored 9 second chance points and entered halftime facing a 55-60 deficit. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter, where Jamal Murray barreled to the rim for a nice one handed layup and it brought Denver within two, 72-74. Nuggets wrapped up the 3rd quarter by shooting 48% from the field and scored 18 of their 58 total points in the paint with only 2 turnovers. Denver remained a threat when scoring inside the paint and shot the ball effectively well from the field. That'll include better ball security as well. Now in the 4th quarter with 7:12 remaining KCP would drill in a catch and shoot three pointer, 102-104. This bakset would force Minnesota into a timeout. Few possessions later Murray off a Jokic set screen would dial in a three point jumper, 118-118. Nuggets were also off to a 9-0 run due to solid defensive stops and quick points in transition. In the end, with 13 ticks left Gordon would spot in a game ending two handed slam off a Jokic assist, 122-118. Nuggets says good riddance to the 4th quarter by shooting 52% from the field with 5 made three's and scored 14 points down low and 6 on the fast break. Nuggets down the strech managed to knock down quakity shots weather it was from the field or long distance. As well as capitalizing on fast break opportunities when provided and dominated the paint game.
The Tomberwolves fall to the high powered Nuggets after suffering a 118-122 loss. Timberwolves are two games under .500 and are atop two losses in a row. Luka Garza in the 1st quarter dropped in a three point J with 5 ticks left, 27-30 Timberwolves in the 1st shot 53% from the field and scored 10 paint points with 6 turnovers added. The Timberwolves struggled from deep due to Denver closing out and forcing tough shots but were able to do most of their damage from the field, as they attacked the paint and got mid range jumpers to fall. A quarter later during the 2nd Anthony Edward's would force a steal off Michael Porter and in transition knocked down a nicley made one handed layup, 52-46. T-Wolves at this time were simply doing a nice job of forcing turnovers that led to positive points on the offensive end. The Wilves ended the 2nd by knocking in 53% from the field while scoring 22 points in the paint and turned it over 4 times. Minnesota continued their dominace inside the paint by consistently attacking and from the field they shot the ball efficiently well. They also executed in both fast break and second chance opportunities but still struggled from deep and kept turning it over. Wolves were 3 of 13 from long range, scored 32 points in the paint, 14 points when on a fast break and slipped into halftime with a 60-55 lead. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter with 4:40 left Anthony Edwards would get to the cup for a contested layup, thus gaining a 80-76 lead. Minnesota concluded the 3rd by spotting in 55% from the field with 6 made three's and tallied 8 points down low. The Wolves offense from both ends of the floor shot the ball extremely well and capitalized on fast break opportunities off the defense forcing big stops. They executed in the paint as well yet they continously turn the ball over and that has to be cleaned up going forward. Now shifting into the 4th quarter Naz Reid would get to the rim before knocking in a one handed layup, 108-104. Minnesota after that, would increase their lead after D'Angelo Russell buried a wide open three, 118-113. Wolves in the 4th shot 51% from the field while scoring 14 points in the paint and got outscored 34-23. The Timberwolves in crunch time moved the ball around well to help create open looks from the field and dialed in quality shot opportunities but ultimately lost this bout by turning it over and matched Denver bakset for basket. Wolves shot 37% from downtown, scored 18 fast break points and slipped to a 22-24 record.
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Tuesday January 17th, 2023: The Raptors during yesterday's outing sustained a disappointing 122-130 loss to the Bucks. Raptors managed to rally back from a 1st half 21 point deficit and are five games under .500. Hernangomez in the 1st quarter would cut to the bakset for a nicley made slam off a VanVleet assist, 28-33. Raptors through one shot 52% from the field while scoring 16 paint points and turned it over 3 times. Including 2 fast break points and 25% from long distance. Raptors struggled to bury mid range jumpers as most of their points came inside the paint due to players cutting the rim and were scoring easy buckets off quick passes. However, they've had their problems from deep as shots don't want to fall and their fast break chances were eliminated. Then during the 2nd quarter the Raptors would jump out to a 6-0 run after Gary Trent Jr buried a layup, 45-48. This run was let off by the defense forcing quick stops and it allowed for easy buckets in transition. Thereafter, with over 8 minutes to go VanVleet would drop in a three point jumper and it gave the Raptors a 52-51 lead. Raptors in the 2nd shot 55% from the field with 7 made three's and added 16 points in the paint. That also includes 4 points in transition and 5 second chance buckets. The Raptors from both ends of the court got quality buckets to fall and spaced floor well with good passing while domianting points in the paint. They started to execute much better in both second chance and fast opportunities. Raptors shot 42% from downtown, recorded 32 total paint points and slipped into halftime with a 74-67 lead. In the 3rd quarter Siakam with over three minutes to go would utilize a spin mive before knocking in a beauty of a layup, 90-98. Raptors wrapped up the 3rd quarter by shooting an overall 40% and scored 6 points doen low with 3 turnovers. Offensively Toronto had a lack of ball movement and couldn't buy a basket from deep but when they were doing damage it would come inside the paint. Raptors would have fast break chances denied and at times they gave the ball away carelessly. During the 4th quarter Toronto would come within one after Gary Trent dropped in a running three point J, 108-109. Raptors were off to an 8-1 run due to the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Toronto concludes the 4th quarter shooting 45% from the field while scoring 16 points in the paint and added 5 second chance buckets. Also turned it over 3 times with 2 made three's. The Raptors from the field attacked the paint effectively and moved the ball around well to create open looks but down the stretch they kept matching Milwaukee bakset for bakset and missed most of their three pointers. Raptors made 46 total shots from the field on 101 attempts, scored 54 paint points and fell to a 20-25 record.
No Giannis or Khris and the Bucks still takeout the Raptors 130-122. This gives the Bucks their 2nd straight win in a row and are sitting in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference. Pat Connaughton from the corner butied a wide open three and it gave the Bucks a 21-16 lead. Afterwards, the Bucks would get off to a 9-0 run after Holiday sunk in a three point jumper, 39-28. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy points in transition. Bucks in one shot 66% from the field with only 2 turnovers and scored 14 total points in the paint. As well as adding 6 points on the fast break and 80% from deep. The Bucks from both ends of the field got quality shots to fall on good ball movement and were effective inside the paint. They also capitalized on fast break opportunities due to the defense making positive stops. A quarter later during the 2nd Holiday with 17 ticks left would knock in a driving layin, 67-74. Bucks ended the 2nd by shooting an overall 50% and scored 12 of their 24 total points in the paint with 6 turnovers tallied. Along with tallying 6 points on the fast break. Bucks shot the ball efficiently well weather it was from the field or long distance. Also executed in the paint and were dominate in transition but moving forward they have to limit miatakes. Bucks scored 12 total fast break points, turned it over 8 times and entered halftime trailing 67-74. Grayson Allen in the 3rd quarter midway through, would bring the Bucks within three after hitting a pullup a three point jumper, 75-78. Milwaukee after that, would regain their lead after Lopez dropped in a three point jumper, thus going up 82-80. This would force Toronto into a timeout. Bucks capped off quarter 3 by shooting an overall 50% while outscoring the Raptors 38-23 and scored 14 of their 40 total points in the paint. Bucks would also turn the ball over 0 times and added 12 second chance buckets. The Bucks offense from long distance got a high percentage of shots to drop and were effective when getting inside the paint. Bucks had much better ball protection as well and capitalized on fast break opportunities. We now turn our attentions to 4th quarter, where Holiday knocked down a game sealing step back three, 126-119. Bucks sealed off the 4th quarter by shooting a solid 53% from the field with 3 three's made and gave the ball away once. The Bucks in crunch time got key shots to drop on both ends of the floor and remained dominate inside the paint with a couple of turnovers. Bucks shot 48% from long range, scored 24 total fast break points and improved to a 29-16 record.
Tuesday January 17th, 2023: The Raptors during yesterday's outing sustained a disappointing 122-130 loss to the Bucks. Raptors managed to rally back from a 1st half 21 point deficit and are five games under .500. Hernangomez in the 1st quarter would cut to the bakset for a nicley made slam off a VanVleet assist, 28-33. Raptors through one shot 52% from the field while scoring 16 paint points and turned it over 3 times. Including 2 fast break points and 25% from long distance. Raptors struggled to bury mid range jumpers as most of their points came inside the paint due to players cutting the rim and were scoring easy buckets off quick passes. However, they've had their problems from deep as shots don't want to fall and their fast break chances were eliminated. Then during the 2nd quarter the Raptors would jump out to a 6-0 run after Gary Trent Jr buried a layup, 45-48. This run was let off by the defense forcing quick stops and it allowed for easy buckets in transition. Thereafter, with over 8 minutes to go VanVleet would drop in a three point jumper and it gave the Raptors a 52-51 lead. Raptors in the 2nd shot 55% from the field with 7 made three's and added 16 points in the paint. That also includes 4 points in transition and 5 second chance buckets. The Raptors from both ends of the court got quality buckets to fall and spaced floor well with good passing while domianting points in the paint. They started to execute much better in both second chance and fast opportunities. Raptors shot 42% from downtown, recorded 32 total paint points and slipped into halftime with a 74-67 lead. In the 3rd quarter Siakam with over three minutes to go would utilize a spin mive before knocking in a beauty of a layup, 90-98. Raptors wrapped up the 3rd quarter by shooting an overall 40% and scored 6 points doen low with 3 turnovers. Offensively Toronto had a lack of ball movement and couldn't buy a basket from deep but when they were doing damage it would come inside the paint. Raptors would have fast break chances denied and at times they gave the ball away carelessly. During the 4th quarter Toronto would come within one after Gary Trent dropped in a running three point J, 108-109. Raptors were off to an 8-1 run due to the defense forcing positive stops and the offense scored quickly in transition. Toronto concludes the 4th quarter shooting 45% from the field while scoring 16 points in the paint and added 5 second chance buckets. Also turned it over 3 times with 2 made three's. The Raptors from the field attacked the paint effectively and moved the ball around well to create open looks but down the stretch they kept matching Milwaukee bakset for bakset and missed most of their three pointers. Raptors made 46 total shots from the field on 101 attempts, scored 54 paint points and fell to a 20-25 record.
No Giannis or Khris and the Bucks still takeout the Raptors 130-122. This gives the Bucks their 2nd straight win in a row and are sitting in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference. Pat Connaughton from the corner butied a wide open three and it gave the Bucks a 21-16 lead. Afterwards, the Bucks would get off to a 9-0 run after Holiday sunk in a three point jumper, 39-28. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy points in transition. Bucks in one shot 66% from the field with only 2 turnovers and scored 14 total points in the paint. As well as adding 6 points on the fast break and 80% from deep. The Bucks from both ends of the field got quality shots to fall on good ball movement and were effective inside the paint. They also capitalized on fast break opportunities due to the defense making positive stops. A quarter later during the 2nd Holiday with 17 ticks left would knock in a driving layin, 67-74. Bucks ended the 2nd by shooting an overall 50% and scored 12 of their 24 total points in the paint with 6 turnovers tallied. Along with tallying 6 points on the fast break. Bucks shot the ball efficiently well weather it was from the field or long distance. Also executed in the paint and were dominate in transition but moving forward they have to limit miatakes. Bucks scored 12 total fast break points, turned it over 8 times and entered halftime trailing 67-74. Grayson Allen in the 3rd quarter midway through, would bring the Bucks within three after hitting a pullup a three point jumper, 75-78. Milwaukee after that, would regain their lead after Lopez dropped in a three point jumper, thus going up 82-80. This would force Toronto into a timeout. Bucks capped off quarter 3 by shooting an overall 50% while outscoring the Raptors 38-23 and scored 14 of their 40 total points in the paint. Bucks would also turn the ball over 0 times and added 12 second chance buckets. The Bucks offense from long distance got a high percentage of shots to drop and were effective when getting inside the paint. Bucks had much better ball protection as well and capitalized on fast break opportunities. We now turn our attentions to 4th quarter, where Holiday knocked down a game sealing step back three, 126-119. Bucks sealed off the 4th quarter by shooting a solid 53% from the field with 3 three's made and gave the ball away once. The Bucks in crunch time got key shots to drop on both ends of the floor and remained dominate inside the paint with a couple of turnovers. Bucks shot 48% from long range, scored 24 total fast break points and improved to a 29-16 record.
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Thursday January 12th, 2023: The Celtics hold off the surging the Nets after snagging a 109-98 Victory. Jayson Tatum in the 1st quarter helped Boston force a tie after hitting a three point junper, 23-23. Afterwards, with a 1:27 left Smart would deliver a nice pass to Tatum who sunk in a one handed layup, 29-26. Boston through one shot 54% from the field while scoring 20 paint points and got outscored 31-29. Boston from the field did a nice job of spacing the floor with quakity passes and it led for a high percentage of shots to fall. Also executed in the paint. Then during the 2nd quarter Boston would come within one after Pritchard buried a wide open corner three, 42-43. Boston after that, would get off to a 12-2 run after Tatum in isolation hit a three point jumper, 57-54. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy buckets in transition. Celtics recorded 52% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 10 paint points. Including 5 second chance buckets. Offensively the Celtics created open looks off terrific ball movement and shot the ball extremely well. As well as capitalizing on second chance opportunities and executed inside the paint. Boston shot 36% from downtown, scores 10 second chance buckets and entered halftime up 60-57. We now turn our attentions to the late stages of the 3rd quarter, where Pritchard with 4 ticks left dropped in a finger roll layin from the baseline, thus regaining an 84-82 lead. Celtics capped off the 3rd by spotting in 45% from the field with 4 recorded three's and scored 3 second chsnce buckets. That also includes 4 paint points and 4 turnovers. Boston utilized their passing skills to help create open looks weather it was from the field or long range and got buckets to drop at a high rate. They remained domiante on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chsnce opportunities but were slowed down by carelessly turning it over and struggled insode the paint due to Brooklyn's defense clogging the middle of the lane. Now at the midway point of the 4th quarter Brogdon would power himself to the cup for a contested layup and Boston was off to a 6-0 run, 92-84. This run was let loose due to the defense forcing positive stops and were scoring quickly in transition. Few offensive possessions later Tatum woukd barrel to the rim for a well placed layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 104-91. Boston consealed the 4th quarter by knocking in 46% from the field while scoring 20 points in the paint and outscored Brookyn 25-16. Celtics down the strech made key baskets on great ball movement and executed well on second chance opportunities. They did damage inside the painted area as well. Celtics recorded 54 total points in the paint, 14 second chance buckets and moved up to a 31-12 record.
No Durant due to an MCL sprain and the Nets go down 98-109 against the Celtics. Nets fall to 4-8 when scoring under 100 points and are 8-2 through ten games. Joe Harris late in the 1st quarter would spot in a nicely made three poimter and gave the Nets a 31-28 lead. Nets ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 52% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 14 points in the paint. Brooklyn was shooting the ball efficiently well weather it was from the field or long distance and capitalized on paint opportunities. A quarter later during the 2nd with 32 ticks left Kyrie Irving would dial up a stepback three pointer, 57-57. Brooklyn wrapped up the 2nd by shooting 52% from the field while scoring 12 paint points and 9 in transition. The Nets continutied their dominating performance inside the paint and from the field they got quakity shots to fall. Brooklyn would execute well when given a fast break opportunity and kept turnovers to a minimum. Nets scored 24 total points in the paint, defense forced 5 blocks and walked into halftime down 57-60. In the 3rd quarter Brooklyn would get off to a 9-0 run after Joe Harris was able to bury a contested one handed layup, 69-66. Thus run was let off by forcing quick turnovers that to quality buckets in transition. Couple possessions later Watanabe would knock in a catch and shoot three pointer and gave the Nets a 72-70 lead. Keep note that Watanabe this season is knocking down 53% of his catch and shoot opportunities. Nets concluded the 3rd quarter shooting 51% from the field while scoring scoring 10 of their 34 total points in the paint and 12 when utilizing the fast break. Brooklyn from both ends of the floor got bakaets to fall off solid ball rotation and continued to capitalize on fast break opportunities. They were excellent insode the paint as well and kept turnovers low. Shifting into the 4th quarter Harris would dial in a three point jumper but trailed 94-104. Nets in the 4th quarter shot 45% from the field while scoring 6 paint points and gave the ball away 6 times. Nets in crunch time moved the ball well but missed more shots than they made and struggled to capitalize on fast break opportunities. Also had poor execution down low. Nets scored 24 total points on the fast break, turned it over 12 times and fell to a 27-14 record.
Thursday January 12th, 2023: The Celtics hold off the surging the Nets after snagging a 109-98 Victory. Jayson Tatum in the 1st quarter helped Boston force a tie after hitting a three point junper, 23-23. Afterwards, with a 1:27 left Smart would deliver a nice pass to Tatum who sunk in a one handed layup, 29-26. Boston through one shot 54% from the field while scoring 20 paint points and got outscored 31-29. Boston from the field did a nice job of spacing the floor with quakity passes and it led for a high percentage of shots to fall. Also executed in the paint. Then during the 2nd quarter Boston would come within one after Pritchard buried a wide open corner three, 42-43. Boston after that, would get off to a 12-2 run after Tatum in isolation hit a three point jumper, 57-54. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy buckets in transition. Celtics recorded 52% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 10 paint points. Including 5 second chance buckets. Offensively the Celtics created open looks off terrific ball movement and shot the ball extremely well. As well as capitalizing on second chance opportunities and executed inside the paint. Boston shot 36% from downtown, scores 10 second chance buckets and entered halftime up 60-57. We now turn our attentions to the late stages of the 3rd quarter, where Pritchard with 4 ticks left dropped in a finger roll layin from the baseline, thus regaining an 84-82 lead. Celtics capped off the 3rd by spotting in 45% from the field with 4 recorded three's and scored 3 second chsnce buckets. That also includes 4 paint points and 4 turnovers. Boston utilized their passing skills to help create open looks weather it was from the field or long range and got buckets to drop at a high rate. They remained domiante on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chsnce opportunities but were slowed down by carelessly turning it over and struggled insode the paint due to Brooklyn's defense clogging the middle of the lane. Now at the midway point of the 4th quarter Brogdon would power himself to the cup for a contested layup and Boston was off to a 6-0 run, 92-84. This run was let loose due to the defense forcing positive stops and were scoring quickly in transition. Few offensive possessions later Tatum woukd barrel to the rim for a well placed layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 104-91. Boston consealed the 4th quarter by knocking in 46% from the field while scoring 20 points in the paint and outscored Brookyn 25-16. Celtics down the strech made key baskets on great ball movement and executed well on second chance opportunities. They did damage inside the painted area as well. Celtics recorded 54 total points in the paint, 14 second chance buckets and moved up to a 31-12 record.
No Durant due to an MCL sprain and the Nets go down 98-109 against the Celtics. Nets fall to 4-8 when scoring under 100 points and are 8-2 through ten games. Joe Harris late in the 1st quarter would spot in a nicely made three poimter and gave the Nets a 31-28 lead. Nets ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 52% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 14 points in the paint. Brooklyn was shooting the ball efficiently well weather it was from the field or long distance and capitalized on paint opportunities. A quarter later during the 2nd with 32 ticks left Kyrie Irving would dial up a stepback three pointer, 57-57. Brooklyn wrapped up the 2nd by shooting 52% from the field while scoring 12 paint points and 9 in transition. The Nets continutied their dominating performance inside the paint and from the field they got quakity shots to fall. Brooklyn would execute well when given a fast break opportunity and kept turnovers to a minimum. Nets scored 24 total points in the paint, defense forced 5 blocks and walked into halftime down 57-60. In the 3rd quarter Brooklyn would get off to a 9-0 run after Joe Harris was able to bury a contested one handed layup, 69-66. Thus run was let off by forcing quick turnovers that to quality buckets in transition. Couple possessions later Watanabe would knock in a catch and shoot three pointer and gave the Nets a 72-70 lead. Keep note that Watanabe this season is knocking down 53% of his catch and shoot opportunities. Nets concluded the 3rd quarter shooting 51% from the field while scoring scoring 10 of their 34 total points in the paint and 12 when utilizing the fast break. Brooklyn from both ends of the floor got bakaets to fall off solid ball rotation and continued to capitalize on fast break opportunities. They were excellent insode the paint as well and kept turnovers low. Shifting into the 4th quarter Harris would dial in a three point jumper but trailed 94-104. Nets in the 4th quarter shot 45% from the field while scoring 6 paint points and gave the ball away 6 times. Nets in crunch time moved the ball well but missed more shots than they made and struggled to capitalize on fast break opportunities. Also had poor execution down low. Nets scored 24 total points on the fast break, turned it over 12 times and fell to a 27-14 record.
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Bucks knock off the Hawks by securing a 114-105 win. Bucks remain in 1st place in the Central and are atop two victories in a row. The Bucks in the 1st would jump out to a quick lead after Beachaum buried a pullup three point jumper, 23-13. Bucks through one shot 53% from the field with 9 made three's and scored 12 total points in the paint. Milwaukee created open looks with good passing and shot the ball extremely well from both ends of the field. Also executed insode the paint as players did a nice job of cutting to the rim. Then during the 2nd quarter with 2:40 left Bobby Portis would dial up a beauty of a layup and increased their lead to 57-41. Bucks shot 50% from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and turned it over just twice. The Bucks offense continued to get quality baksets to to go in from the field and were executing well inside the paint with rare turnovers. Bucks scored 26 paint points, 9 second chance buckets and entered halftime with a 67-46 lead. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Portis off a Holiday assist would record a mid range jumper, thus going up 80-67. Bucks wrapped up quarter number 3 by shooting 46% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 3 second chance buckets. They tallied 10 paint points as well. Milwaukee opened up shooting lanes with good passes and got quality shots to go in from the field and tormented Atlanta when scoring inside the paint but they struggled to buy a three pointer due to the defense eliminating open opportunities and were careless with the ball. In the end, dueing the late parts of the 4th quarter Holiday would add the knockout punch after hitting a pullup mid range jumper, 108-103. Bucks shot 46% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 4 second chance buckets. Along with 6 in the paint. Offensively the Bucks down the strech got critical baksets to go in from the field or long range and continued their excellence on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chsnce scores. Also capitalized on fast break chances off the defense making stops. Bucks scored 17 total second chance points, 10 on the fast break and improved to a 27-14 record.
Hawks late surge was cut short after going down 105-114. Hawks sit in 9th place throughout the entire East and are three ganes under .500. Kaminsky in the 1st would bank in a mid range floater, 19-39. Hawks in one shot 40% from the field with 14 paint points and turned it over 3 times. The Hawks from the field didn't shoot the ball particularly well and turned it over quiet a bit but they did manage to earn most of theor points inside the paint. Atlanta going forward needs to shoot mid range jumpers better and keep the turnivers to a minimum. During the 2nd quarter John Collins off a Murray assist woukd sink in a three point J but trailed 41-55. Hawks capped off quarter 2 by by shoting 40% from the field with 2 turnovers added and scored 6 points in the paint. Atlanta this time around struggled to buy a bakset weather it was from the field or long distance and carelessly turned it over from time to time. Atlanta also had their paint game eliminated due to Milwaukee's defense blocking off open lanes. Hawks recorded 20 points in the paint, turned it over 5 times and sliped into the half down 46-67. Heading into the 3rd quarter Atlanta started to claw their way back after Jalen Johnson dialed in three point jumper, 77-89. Keep note that Atlanta was trying to overcome a 21 point deficit. Hawks sealed off the 3rd shooting 46% from the field with four made three's and scored 18 points in the paint. They would also add 12 fast break scores. Atlanta were able to shoot the ball effectively from the field and when going deep and executed at a high level when getting in the paint. They managed to capitalized much better in fast opportunities as well due to the defense forcing quality stops. Now in the 4th quarter the Hawks would force a tie after John Collins knocked down a running layin, 101-101 with 4:05 to go. Moments after and Atlanta would snag their lead if the entire game after Bogdanovic from baseline drilled in a mid range jumper, 103-101. Hawks finalized the 4th quarter by sinking in 44% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 6 points in the paint while getting outscored 25-23. Hawks from the field had great ball movement and it created it for solid shot opportunities to fall but were ultimately plagued with poor three point shooting and couldn't capitalize in the paint due to lanes getting blocked off. Hawks tallied 46 paint points, scored 21 on the fast break and slipped down to a 19-22 record.
Bucks knock off the Hawks by securing a 114-105 win. Bucks remain in 1st place in the Central and are atop two victories in a row. The Bucks in the 1st would jump out to a quick lead after Beachaum buried a pullup three point jumper, 23-13. Bucks through one shot 53% from the field with 9 made three's and scored 12 total points in the paint. Milwaukee created open looks with good passing and shot the ball extremely well from both ends of the field. Also executed insode the paint as players did a nice job of cutting to the rim. Then during the 2nd quarter with 2:40 left Bobby Portis would dial up a beauty of a layup and increased their lead to 57-41. Bucks shot 50% from the field while scoring 12 points in the paint and turned it over just twice. The Bucks offense continued to get quality baksets to to go in from the field and were executing well inside the paint with rare turnovers. Bucks scored 26 paint points, 9 second chance buckets and entered halftime with a 67-46 lead. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Portis off a Holiday assist would record a mid range jumper, thus going up 80-67. Bucks wrapped up quarter number 3 by shooting 46% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 3 second chance buckets. They tallied 10 paint points as well. Milwaukee opened up shooting lanes with good passes and got quality shots to go in from the field and tormented Atlanta when scoring inside the paint but they struggled to buy a three pointer due to the defense eliminating open opportunities and were careless with the ball. In the end, dueing the late parts of the 4th quarter Holiday would add the knockout punch after hitting a pullup mid range jumper, 108-103. Bucks shot 46% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 4 second chance buckets. Along with 6 in the paint. Offensively the Bucks down the strech got critical baksets to go in from the field or long range and continued their excellence on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chsnce scores. Also capitalized on fast break chances off the defense making stops. Bucks scored 17 total second chance points, 10 on the fast break and improved to a 27-14 record.
Hawks late surge was cut short after going down 105-114. Hawks sit in 9th place throughout the entire East and are three ganes under .500. Kaminsky in the 1st would bank in a mid range floater, 19-39. Hawks in one shot 40% from the field with 14 paint points and turned it over 3 times. The Hawks from the field didn't shoot the ball particularly well and turned it over quiet a bit but they did manage to earn most of theor points inside the paint. Atlanta going forward needs to shoot mid range jumpers better and keep the turnivers to a minimum. During the 2nd quarter John Collins off a Murray assist woukd sink in a three point J but trailed 41-55. Hawks capped off quarter 2 by by shoting 40% from the field with 2 turnovers added and scored 6 points in the paint. Atlanta this time around struggled to buy a bakset weather it was from the field or long distance and carelessly turned it over from time to time. Atlanta also had their paint game eliminated due to Milwaukee's defense blocking off open lanes. Hawks recorded 20 points in the paint, turned it over 5 times and sliped into the half down 46-67. Heading into the 3rd quarter Atlanta started to claw their way back after Jalen Johnson dialed in three point jumper, 77-89. Keep note that Atlanta was trying to overcome a 21 point deficit. Hawks sealed off the 3rd shooting 46% from the field with four made three's and scored 18 points in the paint. They would also add 12 fast break scores. Atlanta were able to shoot the ball effectively from the field and when going deep and executed at a high level when getting in the paint. They managed to capitalized much better in fast opportunities as well due to the defense forcing quality stops. Now in the 4th quarter the Hawks would force a tie after John Collins knocked down a running layin, 101-101 with 4:05 to go. Moments after and Atlanta would snag their lead if the entire game after Bogdanovic from baseline drilled in a mid range jumper, 103-101. Hawks finalized the 4th quarter by sinking in 44% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 6 points in the paint while getting outscored 25-23. Hawks from the field had great ball movement and it created it for solid shot opportunities to fall but were ultimately plagued with poor three point shooting and couldn't capitalize in the paint due to lanes getting blocked off. Hawks tallied 46 paint points, scored 21 on the fast break and slipped down to a 19-22 record.
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Wednesday January 11th, 2023: The Heat survive the Thunder after picking up a 112-111 one point win. This brings Miami two games above .500 and are 1st place in the Southeast Division. Oladipo in the 1st quarter would come off the bench and knock in a pullup mid range, 27-19. Heat capped off quarter 1 shooting 52% from the field with 1 made three and scored 20 total points in the paint. Including 5 on the fast break. The Heat from the field moved the ball around well to help create open looks and it led to quality shots. Also attacked the paint effectively and executed on fast break opportunities. However, Miami early is struggling from deep due to OKC's defense closing out and forcing tough shots. Then during the 2nd quarter Butler would force a steal off Dort's bad pass before finding a wide open Max Stus who hit a corner three, thus going up 49-40. Afterwards, with over four minutes to go Victor Oladipo would sink in a three point jumper of his own, 51-43. Heat wrapped up the 1st half by shooting 46% from the field with 4 made three's and scored only 6 points in the paint. Including 6 second chance buckets. Miami continues to execute second chance opportunities and from both ends of the floor they got quality baksets to fall but turned it over a bit much and struggled insode the paint. Heat shot 33% from deep, secured 13 total second chance points and entered halftime leading 63-56. Miami in the 3rd quarter would regain their lead after Strus hit a floating mid range jumper, 83-81. Keep in mind that Miami only lost the lead because they were carelessly turning it over and that of course killed possessions. Heat concluded the 3rd quarter by shooting 40% from the field while scoring 10 points in the paint got outscored 32-26 with 6 turns. Heat tallied 7 second chance points as well. Offensively Miami shot the ball well from the field and dominated down low and on second chance opportunities but they have to clean up their mistakes going forward. Heading into the 4th quarter midway through Gabe Vincent would bury a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 97-96. Miami after that, would comie within two after Oladipo sunk in a pullup three point J, 109-111 with 21 ticks left. Few possessions later Miami would add the dagger after Butler dropped in a contested layup and got fouled to make this a three point play, 112-111. Miami in the 4th shot an overall 30% while scoring 6 second chance points and coughed the ball up 5 times. Also tacked on 6 points in the paint. Heat didn't shoot the ball all that well but got enough baksets to fall down the strech in put away situations. They did most of theor damage in the paint and by capitalizing on second chance opportunities. That also includes free throw domiance as they went 40 for 40 which is a team best. Miami recorded 26 second chance buckets, team dished in 18 assists and moved up to a 22-20 record.
Giddey's triple double wasn't enough and the Thunder loose a tough game after going down 111-112 to the Heat. Thunder are 5-5 through ten games and sit in last place in the Northwest Division. In quarter 1 Lindy Waters off the glass sunk in a three point jumper, 22-27. Thunder in one shot 45% from the field with 14 total points in the paint and went 2 of 7 from deep. Including 4 turnovers. Thunder spaced the field with quakity passes and got a high percentage of shots to fall while attacking the paint. They've also dominated the offensive the glass as it led to easy second chance scores. Moving forward Oklahoma City has to limit mistakes and get more shots to go in from long distance. During the 2nd quarter Gilegous Alexander's late would drop in a three point jumper and brought his team within five, 56-61. Thunder ended the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field and added 16 paint points with only 2 turns. Oklahoma City added 3 points on fast break and second chsnce scores as well. Thunder utilized good ball movement to help create separation and from the field they got baksets to go in. They would also execute inside the paint while doimg much better on second chance opportunities and in transition. Thunder scored 12 points off the Heat's 8 turns, tallied 7 fast break and second chance scores while entering halftime trailing 56-63. Now in the 3rd quarter with 5:24 left the Thunder would take their first lead after Isaiah Joe buried a three point jumper, 78-77. Thunder in the 3rd quarter spotted in 49% shooting from the field and scored 18 of their 50 total points in the paint with 6 made three's. Oklahoma City were able to get in position off solid passing and shot the ball well weather it was from the field or long distance. Also capitalized on second chance buckets due to good offensive rebounding and were effective inside the paint. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Oklahoma City regained their lead after Alexander knocked in a pullup three point jumper, 105-104. Moments after, the Thunder's lead would extend as Aaron Wighins cut to the rim and received a pass from Giddey before hammering down a two handed slam, 111-106 with 1:28 to go. OKC finalized the 4th quarter shooting 48% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 10 of their 60 total points in the paint. Thunder in crunch time shot the ball efficiently well from the field and were effective on second chance opportunities after being dominate on the offensive glass but their one flaw was that they matched Miami basket for basket. Thunder tacked on 60 total paint points, 22 second chance scores and dropped down to an 18-23 record.
Wednesday January 11th, 2023: The Heat survive the Thunder after picking up a 112-111 one point win. This brings Miami two games above .500 and are 1st place in the Southeast Division. Oladipo in the 1st quarter would come off the bench and knock in a pullup mid range, 27-19. Heat capped off quarter 1 shooting 52% from the field with 1 made three and scored 20 total points in the paint. Including 5 on the fast break. The Heat from the field moved the ball around well to help create open looks and it led to quality shots. Also attacked the paint effectively and executed on fast break opportunities. However, Miami early is struggling from deep due to OKC's defense closing out and forcing tough shots. Then during the 2nd quarter Butler would force a steal off Dort's bad pass before finding a wide open Max Stus who hit a corner three, thus going up 49-40. Afterwards, with over four minutes to go Victor Oladipo would sink in a three point jumper of his own, 51-43. Heat wrapped up the 1st half by shooting 46% from the field with 4 made three's and scored only 6 points in the paint. Including 6 second chance buckets. Miami continues to execute second chance opportunities and from both ends of the floor they got quality baksets to fall but turned it over a bit much and struggled insode the paint. Heat shot 33% from deep, secured 13 total second chance points and entered halftime leading 63-56. Miami in the 3rd quarter would regain their lead after Strus hit a floating mid range jumper, 83-81. Keep in mind that Miami only lost the lead because they were carelessly turning it over and that of course killed possessions. Heat concluded the 3rd quarter by shooting 40% from the field while scoring 10 points in the paint got outscored 32-26 with 6 turns. Heat tallied 7 second chance points as well. Offensively Miami shot the ball well from the field and dominated down low and on second chance opportunities but they have to clean up their mistakes going forward. Heading into the 4th quarter midway through Gabe Vincent would bury a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 97-96. Miami after that, would comie within two after Oladipo sunk in a pullup three point J, 109-111 with 21 ticks left. Few possessions later Miami would add the dagger after Butler dropped in a contested layup and got fouled to make this a three point play, 112-111. Miami in the 4th shot an overall 30% while scoring 6 second chance points and coughed the ball up 5 times. Also tacked on 6 points in the paint. Heat didn't shoot the ball all that well but got enough baksets to fall down the strech in put away situations. They did most of theor damage in the paint and by capitalizing on second chance opportunities. That also includes free throw domiance as they went 40 for 40 which is a team best. Miami recorded 26 second chance buckets, team dished in 18 assists and moved up to a 22-20 record.
Giddey's triple double wasn't enough and the Thunder loose a tough game after going down 111-112 to the Heat. Thunder are 5-5 through ten games and sit in last place in the Northwest Division. In quarter 1 Lindy Waters off the glass sunk in a three point jumper, 22-27. Thunder in one shot 45% from the field with 14 total points in the paint and went 2 of 7 from deep. Including 4 turnovers. Thunder spaced the field with quakity passes and got a high percentage of shots to fall while attacking the paint. They've also dominated the offensive the glass as it led to easy second chance scores. Moving forward Oklahoma City has to limit mistakes and get more shots to go in from long distance. During the 2nd quarter Gilegous Alexander's late would drop in a three point jumper and brought his team within five, 56-61. Thunder ended the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field and added 16 paint points with only 2 turns. Oklahoma City added 3 points on fast break and second chsnce scores as well. Thunder utilized good ball movement to help create separation and from the field they got baksets to go in. They would also execute inside the paint while doimg much better on second chance opportunities and in transition. Thunder scored 12 points off the Heat's 8 turns, tallied 7 fast break and second chance scores while entering halftime trailing 56-63. Now in the 3rd quarter with 5:24 left the Thunder would take their first lead after Isaiah Joe buried a three point jumper, 78-77. Thunder in the 3rd quarter spotted in 49% shooting from the field and scored 18 of their 50 total points in the paint with 6 made three's. Oklahoma City were able to get in position off solid passing and shot the ball well weather it was from the field or long distance. Also capitalized on second chance buckets due to good offensive rebounding and were effective inside the paint. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Oklahoma City regained their lead after Alexander knocked in a pullup three point jumper, 105-104. Moments after, the Thunder's lead would extend as Aaron Wighins cut to the rim and received a pass from Giddey before hammering down a two handed slam, 111-106 with 1:28 to go. OKC finalized the 4th quarter shooting 48% from the field with 2 made three's and scored 10 of their 60 total points in the paint. Thunder in crunch time shot the ball efficiently well from the field and were effective on second chance opportunities after being dominate on the offensive glass but their one flaw was that they matched Miami basket for basket. Thunder tacked on 60 total paint points, 22 second chance scores and dropped down to an 18-23 record.
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Friday January 6th, 2023: Pelicans falter to the Nets after suffering a disappointing 102-108 loss. This defeat sends New Orleans to their 16th loss and are 3rd throughout the entire West. during the 1st quarter would spot in a nicley made layup and went secured a 26-19 lead. The Pels in the 1st shot 43% from the field with 3 turnovers and scored 8 points in the paint. Also shot 66% from downtown. The Pelicans off great ball movement knocked down quality shots from the field and when going deep but struggled in the paint and turned it over a little to much. During the 2nd quarter the Pels would get off to a 15-2 run after Graham sunk in a mid range floater, thus going up 45-30. This run was set off by scoring quick points in transition and made solid defensive stops. The Pelicans capped off quarter 2 by shooting 58% from long range while adding 4 turnovers and tallied 10 points down low. As well as shooting 43% from the floor. New Orleans offense was much more effective when scoring in the paint and shot the ball efficiently well weather it was from downtown or the field. They also executed second chsnce buckets off quality rebounding and were dominate in transition. Pels recorded 18 total points in the paint, added 10 points each on both fast break and second chance scores while entering halftime leading 64-53. Entering the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Valanciunas with 3:28 would spot in a layup, 83-80. The Pels sealed off the 3rd by shooting 52% from the downtown while scoring 10 paint points and 6 on the fast break with 4 turnovers. The Pelicans terrific ball movement allowed for efficient shooting from the floor and long distance and executed second chance scores but were slowed down with careless turnovers. Heading into the late stages of the 4th quarter Jones would bury a reverse layin off a McCollum pass, 100-103. Pels in the 4th shot 39% from the field and turned it over 3 times. The Pels shot the ball well from from both ends and dominated the paint game but down the strech they were missing critical baskets and from time to time they matched Brooklyn bucket for bucket. Pels shot 41% from deep, turned it over 15 total times and fell to a 24-16 record.
Nets during yesterday's outing knocked off the Pelicans 108-102. This gives the Nets their 26th Victory of the year and sit in 2nd place in the Atlantic Division. Watanabe in the 1st quarter would drop in a three point jumper, 19-24. Nets ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 47% from the field and 55% behind the arc with 3 turnovers tallied. They also added in 6 paint points. From the field and three point line Brooklyn got shots to drop at a high percentage but struggled inside the paint and needed to secure the ball better. Then in 2nd quarter O'Neale would force a steal off Hyland's bad pass and in transition found Kevin Durant who hit a pullup mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 40-47. Nets shot 42% from the field with 1 made three and scored 10 points in the paint. The snagged 8 total fast break points as well. The Nets from the field got quality shots to go in off good ball rotation and capitalized well on fast opportunities but struggled from deep due to Pels defene eliminating open chances and were still turning it over. Nets turned it over 6 total times, added 10 team assists and slipped into halftime trailing 53-64. Now in the 3rd quarter Royce O'Neale would splash in a three point jumper and gave the Nets a 70-69 lead. Keep note that this would be Brooklyn's first lead since 6-4 in the 1st. Afterwards, with 8 ticks left the Nets woukd earn an 8-0 run after Warren buried a three poimter, 88-85. Brooklyn concluded the 3rd quarter shooting 46% from the field while scoring 14 points in the paint. Inclusing 8 second chsnce scores. Brooklyn executed well from the field as most of their points came insode the paint and got solid shots to fall from long distance. They also did much better at cashing in on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Irving would spot in a contested layup, thus gaining a 103-98 lead. Few possessions later Irving would add the dagger after splashing in a wide open three point jumper, 106-100 with 42 seconds. Brooklyn through four shot an overall 40% and scored 9 second chance points with 6 coming in the paint. The Nets down the strech got key shots to go in and created separation off good ball rotation. Nets had solid execution on the offensive glass as well and it led to easy second chance opportunities. Nets scored 24 total second chance points, outscored the Pels 20-17 in the 4th and improved to a 26-13 record.
Friday January 6th, 2023: Pelicans falter to the Nets after suffering a disappointing 102-108 loss. This defeat sends New Orleans to their 16th loss and are 3rd throughout the entire West. during the 1st quarter would spot in a nicley made layup and went secured a 26-19 lead. The Pels in the 1st shot 43% from the field with 3 turnovers and scored 8 points in the paint. Also shot 66% from downtown. The Pelicans off great ball movement knocked down quality shots from the field and when going deep but struggled in the paint and turned it over a little to much. During the 2nd quarter the Pels would get off to a 15-2 run after Graham sunk in a mid range floater, thus going up 45-30. This run was set off by scoring quick points in transition and made solid defensive stops. The Pelicans capped off quarter 2 by shooting 58% from long range while adding 4 turnovers and tallied 10 points down low. As well as shooting 43% from the floor. New Orleans offense was much more effective when scoring in the paint and shot the ball efficiently well weather it was from downtown or the field. They also executed second chsnce buckets off quality rebounding and were dominate in transition. Pels recorded 18 total points in the paint, added 10 points each on both fast break and second chance scores while entering halftime leading 64-53. Entering the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Valanciunas with 3:28 would spot in a layup, 83-80. The Pels sealed off the 3rd by shooting 52% from the downtown while scoring 10 paint points and 6 on the fast break with 4 turnovers. The Pelicans terrific ball movement allowed for efficient shooting from the floor and long distance and executed second chance scores but were slowed down with careless turnovers. Heading into the late stages of the 4th quarter Jones would bury a reverse layin off a McCollum pass, 100-103. Pels in the 4th shot 39% from the field and turned it over 3 times. The Pels shot the ball well from from both ends and dominated the paint game but down the strech they were missing critical baskets and from time to time they matched Brooklyn bucket for bucket. Pels shot 41% from deep, turned it over 15 total times and fell to a 24-16 record.
Nets during yesterday's outing knocked off the Pelicans 108-102. This gives the Nets their 26th Victory of the year and sit in 2nd place in the Atlantic Division. Watanabe in the 1st quarter would drop in a three point jumper, 19-24. Nets ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 47% from the field and 55% behind the arc with 3 turnovers tallied. They also added in 6 paint points. From the field and three point line Brooklyn got shots to drop at a high percentage but struggled inside the paint and needed to secure the ball better. Then in 2nd quarter O'Neale would force a steal off Hyland's bad pass and in transition found Kevin Durant who hit a pullup mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 40-47. Nets shot 42% from the field with 1 made three and scored 10 points in the paint. The snagged 8 total fast break points as well. The Nets from the field got quality shots to go in off good ball rotation and capitalized well on fast opportunities but struggled from deep due to Pels defene eliminating open chances and were still turning it over. Nets turned it over 6 total times, added 10 team assists and slipped into halftime trailing 53-64. Now in the 3rd quarter Royce O'Neale would splash in a three point jumper and gave the Nets a 70-69 lead. Keep note that this would be Brooklyn's first lead since 6-4 in the 1st. Afterwards, with 8 ticks left the Nets woukd earn an 8-0 run after Warren buried a three poimter, 88-85. Brooklyn concluded the 3rd quarter shooting 46% from the field while scoring 14 points in the paint. Inclusing 8 second chsnce scores. Brooklyn executed well from the field as most of their points came insode the paint and got solid shots to fall from long distance. They also did much better at cashing in on second chance opportunities due to good rebounding. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Irving would spot in a contested layup, thus gaining a 103-98 lead. Few possessions later Irving would add the dagger after splashing in a wide open three point jumper, 106-100 with 42 seconds. Brooklyn through four shot an overall 40% and scored 9 second chance points with 6 coming in the paint. The Nets down the strech got key shots to go in and created separation off good ball rotation. Nets had solid execution on the offensive glass as well and it led to easy second chance opportunities. Nets scored 24 total second chance points, outscored the Pels 20-17 in the 4th and improved to a 26-13 record.
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Thursday January 5th, 2023: Celtics knock off the Mavericks after picking up an impressive 124-95 Victory. This pushes the Celtics to their 27th win of the year and reamin in 1st place theoughout the East. Grant Williams late in the 1st quarter would knock in a mid range floater and gave Boston a 26-16 lead. Boston capped off quarter 1 by shooting 47% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 7 chance points. Including 12 in the paint. The Celtics from the field created space with good passing and it allowed for quality shots to go in while executing inside the paint. They've also dominated the offensive the glass and it led to easy second chance buckets. Then during the 2nd quarter with 8:00 left Grant Williams would spin to the rim for nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 39-28. Thereafter, the Celtics lead would extend after Marcus Smart buried a wide open three point jumper, 44-31. Boston ended the 2nd quarter knocked down an overall 40% while scoring 12 of their 24 total points in the paint and tallied 5 second chance buckets. That also includes 4 turns. Boston continuted to have great ball movement and shot the ball extremely well weather it was from the field or when going deep. They also capitalized on fast break opportunities off quality defensive stops and were dominate in second chance scores but have to limit turnovers moving forward. Boston earned 11 second chance points, turned in 17 team assists and walked into halftime with a 64-46 lead. A quarter later during the 3rd Jayson Tatum would utilize a euro step to split the defenders and sunk in a layup, 71-50. Keep note that this 7-0 run was sparked by getting quick stops on the defensive end and scored easy points in transition. The Celtics shot 44% from the field with 4 made three's and gave the ball away 5 times. Along with 4 points in the paint. Boston's offense pushed the pace by spreading the floor with good passes and knocked down solid shots from both the field and behind the arc but were slowed down in the paint due to the middle of the lane getting clogged and turned it over one to many times. In the end, during the 4th quarter Luke Kornet would sink in a game sealing mid range jumper, 124-95. Boston wrapped up the 4th by splashing in 47% from the field while scoring 10 points down low and 2 on the fast break. The Celtics down the strech from both ends of the court made critical baksets off great ball rotation and capitalized well when earning fast break opportunities. Boston spotted in 37% from behind the arc, secured 13 fast break scores and moved up to a 27-12 record.
Mavericks suffer a disappointing 95-124 loss to the Celtics. Mavs drop to their 17th defeat of the 2022-2023 season. Doncic in the 1st quarter would turn in a mid range floater and brought Dallas within eight, 18-26. Dallas ended the first 12 minutes by spotting in 23% from the field with 1 made three on 9 attempts and scored 6 points in the paint. Also added 6 second chance points with 2 turnovers. Dallas struggled to move the ball around and due to poor shot selections they couldn't buy a bakset from both ends of floor. Also had issues when it came paint points. However, they had great ball protection and capitalized on second chance scores off solid offensive rebounding. During the 2nd quarter with two minutes to go Doncic would spalsh in a fading mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 44-58. The Mavs through two made 15 shots from the field with 0 turnovers added and scored 14 of their 20 total points in the paint. They scored 6 second chance points as well. The Mavericks this time around were able to score quick points in the paint and shot the ball efficiently well from the field. Dallas also executed second chance scores off solid rebounding and were turnover free but struggled from deep and had fast break opportunities eliminated. Dallas tallied 10 second chance points, 4 on the fast break and entered halftime down 46-64. During the 3rd quarter Dinwiddie would toss up an alley oop pass to Wood who hammered down the two handed slam, 57-71. This 7-0 run was set off by scoring quick points in transition and made solid defensive stops. The Mavericks sealed off the 3rd quarter shooting 33% from the field while scoring 10 of their 30 total points in the paint and turned it over 4 times. They added 2 fast break points well. Dallas created open looks from the field by utilizing good passes and shot the ball effectively well while scoring easy points in the paint. Moving forward Dallas has to clean up their turnovers and need to execute better when in transition. Now in the 4th quarter Dallas would jump out to a 6-0 run after Powell grabbed his own rebound and knocked down a one handed layup but trailed 75-97. This run was let off by scoring quickly in transition and getting the necessary stops on defense. Dallas shot 36% from the field with 3 turnovers tallied and scored 12 points in the paint. The Mavs in crunch time simply missed key shots from the from the field and from time to time matched Boston basket for basket but dominated the painted area and executed second chance scores. Also lacked three point shooting. Mavs ended with 21% from deep, scored 7 points off the Celtics 11 turns and slumped down to a 22-17 record.
Thursday January 5th, 2023: Celtics knock off the Mavericks after picking up an impressive 124-95 Victory. This pushes the Celtics to their 27th win of the year and reamin in 1st place theoughout the East. Grant Williams late in the 1st quarter would knock in a mid range floater and gave Boston a 26-16 lead. Boston capped off quarter 1 by shooting 47% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 7 chance points. Including 12 in the paint. The Celtics from the field created space with good passing and it allowed for quality shots to go in while executing inside the paint. They've also dominated the offensive the glass and it led to easy second chance buckets. Then during the 2nd quarter with 8:00 left Grant Williams would spin to the rim for nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 39-28. Thereafter, the Celtics lead would extend after Marcus Smart buried a wide open three point jumper, 44-31. Boston ended the 2nd quarter knocked down an overall 40% while scoring 12 of their 24 total points in the paint and tallied 5 second chance buckets. That also includes 4 turns. Boston continuted to have great ball movement and shot the ball extremely well weather it was from the field or when going deep. They also capitalized on fast break opportunities off quality defensive stops and were dominate in second chance scores but have to limit turnovers moving forward. Boston earned 11 second chance points, turned in 17 team assists and walked into halftime with a 64-46 lead. A quarter later during the 3rd Jayson Tatum would utilize a euro step to split the defenders and sunk in a layup, 71-50. Keep note that this 7-0 run was sparked by getting quick stops on the defensive end and scored easy points in transition. The Celtics shot 44% from the field with 4 made three's and gave the ball away 5 times. Along with 4 points in the paint. Boston's offense pushed the pace by spreading the floor with good passes and knocked down solid shots from both the field and behind the arc but were slowed down in the paint due to the middle of the lane getting clogged and turned it over one to many times. In the end, during the 4th quarter Luke Kornet would sink in a game sealing mid range jumper, 124-95. Boston wrapped up the 4th by splashing in 47% from the field while scoring 10 points down low and 2 on the fast break. The Celtics down the strech from both ends of the court made critical baksets off great ball rotation and capitalized well when earning fast break opportunities. Boston spotted in 37% from behind the arc, secured 13 fast break scores and moved up to a 27-12 record.
Mavericks suffer a disappointing 95-124 loss to the Celtics. Mavs drop to their 17th defeat of the 2022-2023 season. Doncic in the 1st quarter would turn in a mid range floater and brought Dallas within eight, 18-26. Dallas ended the first 12 minutes by spotting in 23% from the field with 1 made three on 9 attempts and scored 6 points in the paint. Also added 6 second chance points with 2 turnovers. Dallas struggled to move the ball around and due to poor shot selections they couldn't buy a bakset from both ends of floor. Also had issues when it came paint points. However, they had great ball protection and capitalized on second chance scores off solid offensive rebounding. During the 2nd quarter with two minutes to go Doncic would spalsh in a fading mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 44-58. The Mavs through two made 15 shots from the field with 0 turnovers added and scored 14 of their 20 total points in the paint. They scored 6 second chance points as well. The Mavericks this time around were able to score quick points in the paint and shot the ball efficiently well from the field. Dallas also executed second chance scores off solid rebounding and were turnover free but struggled from deep and had fast break opportunities eliminated. Dallas tallied 10 second chance points, 4 on the fast break and entered halftime down 46-64. During the 3rd quarter Dinwiddie would toss up an alley oop pass to Wood who hammered down the two handed slam, 57-71. This 7-0 run was set off by scoring quick points in transition and made solid defensive stops. The Mavericks sealed off the 3rd quarter shooting 33% from the field while scoring 10 of their 30 total points in the paint and turned it over 4 times. They added 2 fast break points well. Dallas created open looks from the field by utilizing good passes and shot the ball effectively well while scoring easy points in the paint. Moving forward Dallas has to clean up their turnovers and need to execute better when in transition. Now in the 4th quarter Dallas would jump out to a 6-0 run after Powell grabbed his own rebound and knocked down a one handed layup but trailed 75-97. This run was let off by scoring quickly in transition and getting the necessary stops on defense. Dallas shot 36% from the field with 3 turnovers tallied and scored 12 points in the paint. The Mavs in crunch time simply missed key shots from the from the field and from time to time matched Boston basket for basket but dominated the painted area and executed second chance scores. Also lacked three point shooting. Mavs ended with 21% from deep, scored 7 points off the Celtics 11 turns and slumped down to a 22-17 record.
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Wednesday January 4th, 2023: Heat against the Lakers suffer a tough 109-112 loss. This has Miami one game over .500 and sit 8th in the entire Eastern Conference. Jimmy Butler with 2:28 to go in the 1st would knock down a three point jumper, 22-21. Miami capped off quarter 1 by shooting 50% from the field with 2 made three's and got outscored 32-23 with 5 turnovers. Including 16 paint points. Miami from the field got solid shots to fall off great ball movement and hammered LA when scoring inside the paint. However, the Heat struggled to capitalize on fast break opportunities and couldn't buy bakset from long range. Also gave the ball up to much. Later on the 2nd quarter Victor Oladipo would bury a three point jumper and brought his team within half a dozen, 36-42. Miami sealed off the 2nd by spotting in 42% from the field while scoring 16 of their 32 total points in the paint and turned it over 3 times. Along with scoring 3 in both second chance and fast break points. The Heat knocked down shots from the field at a high percentage and continuted their domination when getting in the painted area. They also executed both second chance scoring off quality rebounds and when earning fast break opportunities but turned it over just a tad bit to much. Heat scored 8 total second chance points, shot 25% from downtown and entered halftime facing a 48-52 deficit. During the 3rd quarter Bam Adebayo with 1:11 to go would sink in a turning mid range jumper, 78-75. Miami concluded the 3rd by knocking in 47% from the field and scored 5 second chance points and 7 in transition. Also tallied 28 points down low but shot 20% from long distance. The Heat attacked the paint effectively and from the field they knocked down solid shots. They also continuted their execution when getting in transition and snagged key rebounds to earn second chance buckets but has to limit mistakes moving forward. Now in the 4th quarter with 1:39 left Max Strus would splash in a three pointer, 101-104. Miami ended the 4th quarter shooting 49% from floor while scoring 15 second chance points and 8 when getting inside the paint. Miami shot the ball efficiently well from the field but it was careless mistakes and lack of three point shooting that ultimately cost them. Also matched LA basket for bakset when in crunch time. Heat recorded 66 total points in the paint, tallied 28 second chance scores and dropped down to a 20-19 record.
No LeBron or Davis and the Lakers still survive the Heat after snagging a 112-109 win. Lakers sit 12th place throughout the entire Western Conference and have won their past three games in a row. Austin Reaves in the 1st quarter off a Westbrook pass would drop in a nicley made layup, 21-17. Lakers through one shot 54% from the field with 5 turnovers added and scored scored 18 total points in the paint. They went 3 of 8 from deep as well. The Lakers from the field created open looks off good passes and knocked down quality shots but struggled from deep due to Miami's defense closing out and turned the ball over one to many times. They attacked the paint as well after players did a nice job of making cuts to the rim. Then in the 2nd quarter Patrick Beverley would knock in a fading mid range jumper, 46-39. Lakers ended the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field while getting outscored 25-20 and scored 8 of their 26 total points in the paint. As well as adding 3 second chance scores with 6 turnovers. The Lakers continuted to create separation from their defender by utilizing good passes and shot the ball extremely well from the field. They've also capitalized on second chance opportunities off solid offensive rebounding and executed inside the paint yet they slow themselves down by carelessly turning it over. Defense on the other hand did incredible at stopping the three pointer due to closing out and forcing tough shots. Lakers scored 7 total second chance points, coughed the ball up 11 times and slipped into halftime with a 52-48 lead. Heading into the 3rd quarter with 2:19 left would reagin their lead after Gabriel buried a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 75-74. Lakers wrapped up the 3rd quarter by shooting 47% from the field while scoring 14 points in the paint and coughed the ball up 4 times. Lakers shot the ball from the field at an efficient rate and punished Miami when it came to scoring easy points in the paint but continute to turn the ball over and were flat on second chance opportunities. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where LA got off to an 11-1 run after Thomas Bryant sunk in a layup, 94-90. This run was sparked by getting quick derisive stops and scored easy points in transition. In the end, Dennis Schroder would blow past his defender and scored a beauty of a layup, thus going up 108-104. LA in the 4th quarter scored 20 points in the paint while shooting 49% from the field and tallied 5 second chance scores. Los Angeles down the strech knocked down key baksets from the field and executed in the paint while capitalizing on second chance opportunities. Keep note that LA worked the offensive boards at a high rate. Los Angeles scored 14 second chance points, shot 29% from long range and improved their record to 17-21.
Wednesday January 4th, 2023: Heat against the Lakers suffer a tough 109-112 loss. This has Miami one game over .500 and sit 8th in the entire Eastern Conference. Jimmy Butler with 2:28 to go in the 1st would knock down a three point jumper, 22-21. Miami capped off quarter 1 by shooting 50% from the field with 2 made three's and got outscored 32-23 with 5 turnovers. Including 16 paint points. Miami from the field got solid shots to fall off great ball movement and hammered LA when scoring inside the paint. However, the Heat struggled to capitalize on fast break opportunities and couldn't buy bakset from long range. Also gave the ball up to much. Later on the 2nd quarter Victor Oladipo would bury a three point jumper and brought his team within half a dozen, 36-42. Miami sealed off the 2nd by spotting in 42% from the field while scoring 16 of their 32 total points in the paint and turned it over 3 times. Along with scoring 3 in both second chance and fast break points. The Heat knocked down shots from the field at a high percentage and continuted their domination when getting in the painted area. They also executed both second chance scoring off quality rebounds and when earning fast break opportunities but turned it over just a tad bit to much. Heat scored 8 total second chance points, shot 25% from downtown and entered halftime facing a 48-52 deficit. During the 3rd quarter Bam Adebayo with 1:11 to go would sink in a turning mid range jumper, 78-75. Miami concluded the 3rd by knocking in 47% from the field and scored 5 second chance points and 7 in transition. Also tallied 28 points down low but shot 20% from long distance. The Heat attacked the paint effectively and from the field they knocked down solid shots. They also continuted their execution when getting in transition and snagged key rebounds to earn second chance buckets but has to limit mistakes moving forward. Now in the 4th quarter with 1:39 left Max Strus would splash in a three pointer, 101-104. Miami ended the 4th quarter shooting 49% from floor while scoring 15 second chance points and 8 when getting inside the paint. Miami shot the ball efficiently well from the field but it was careless mistakes and lack of three point shooting that ultimately cost them. Also matched LA basket for bakset when in crunch time. Heat recorded 66 total points in the paint, tallied 28 second chance scores and dropped down to a 20-19 record.
No LeBron or Davis and the Lakers still survive the Heat after snagging a 112-109 win. Lakers sit 12th place throughout the entire Western Conference and have won their past three games in a row. Austin Reaves in the 1st quarter off a Westbrook pass would drop in a nicley made layup, 21-17. Lakers through one shot 54% from the field with 5 turnovers added and scored scored 18 total points in the paint. They went 3 of 8 from deep as well. The Lakers from the field created open looks off good passes and knocked down quality shots but struggled from deep due to Miami's defense closing out and turned the ball over one to many times. They attacked the paint as well after players did a nice job of making cuts to the rim. Then in the 2nd quarter Patrick Beverley would knock in a fading mid range jumper, 46-39. Lakers ended the 2nd by shooting 47% from the field while getting outscored 25-20 and scored 8 of their 26 total points in the paint. As well as adding 3 second chance scores with 6 turnovers. The Lakers continuted to create separation from their defender by utilizing good passes and shot the ball extremely well from the field. They've also capitalized on second chance opportunities off solid offensive rebounding and executed inside the paint yet they slow themselves down by carelessly turning it over. Defense on the other hand did incredible at stopping the three pointer due to closing out and forcing tough shots. Lakers scored 7 total second chance points, coughed the ball up 11 times and slipped into halftime with a 52-48 lead. Heading into the 3rd quarter with 2:19 left would reagin their lead after Gabriel buried a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 75-74. Lakers wrapped up the 3rd quarter by shooting 47% from the field while scoring 14 points in the paint and coughed the ball up 4 times. Lakers shot the ball from the field at an efficient rate and punished Miami when it came to scoring easy points in the paint but continute to turn the ball over and were flat on second chance opportunities. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where LA got off to an 11-1 run after Thomas Bryant sunk in a layup, 94-90. This run was sparked by getting quick derisive stops and scored easy points in transition. In the end, Dennis Schroder would blow past his defender and scored a beauty of a layup, thus going up 108-104. LA in the 4th quarter scored 20 points in the paint while shooting 49% from the field and tallied 5 second chance scores. Los Angeles down the strech knocked down key baksets from the field and executed in the paint while capitalizing on second chance opportunities. Keep note that LA worked the offensive boards at a high rate. Los Angeles scored 14 second chance points, shot 29% from long range and improved their record to 17-21.
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Friday December 30th, 2022: Heat fall to Jokic and his Nuggets after going down 119-124. This keeps Miami sitting 7th in the East and are one game above .500. Heat late in the 1st came within five after Max Strus sunk in a three point jumper, 15-20. The Heat in one shot 22% from the field while scoring 6 paint points and turned it iver 4 times. Along with shooting 33% from deep. Miami's offense were absolutely flat when it came to shooting the ball from both ends of floor and struggled to capitalize inside the paint. Moving forward they have to execute better shot selections and score more points in the paint. Then midway into the 2nd quarter the Heat would force a tie after Strus drove the lane for powering slam, 34-34. After that, Highsmith would double in a mid range jumper, 44-45. Miami ended the 2nd by knocking down 40% from long range with 0 turnovers added and scored 14 points found low. The Heat by this point in time struggled to shoot from the field but earned most of their points insode the paint and got the three ball to drop at an efficient rate with rare turnovers. They also capitalized well on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores. Heat shot 84% from the free throw line, tallied 20 total points in the paint and entered the half trailing 57-60. Entering the 3rd quarter with 10:00 left Miami would get off to an 8-0 run after Tyler Herro splashed in a three point J, 66-60. This run was sparked by getting quick stops on the defensive end and scored easy baksets in transition. Heat shot an overall 40% and scored 8 points in both the paint and on the fast break. That'll also include 7 turnovers. The Heat turned things around as they shot the ball extremely well and created open looks off great ball movement. They also capitalized on fast break opportunities yet they struggled inside the paint and turned it over a little to much. We now turn our attentions to late stages of the 4th quarter, where Miami snagged a two point lead after Herro dropped in mid range floater, 114-112. Heat shot an overall 40% for the second straight quarter and scored 10 paint points with 4 turnovers added. As well as scoring 2 second chance points. Miami in the 2nd half shot the ball much better weather it was from deep or from the field and executed well when scoring in the paint. They capitalized on second chance scores off good offensive rebounding and performed well on most of theor fast break chances but were killed with turnovers and in crunch time they matched Denver basket for bakset. Heat tallied in 42 paint points, turned it over 14 total times and slipped down to a 19-18 record.
Nuggets hold off the Heat after snagging a 124-119 win. Nuggets scrape in 23 win and are 1st in the Western Conference. Bruce Brown in the 1st would knock down a running mid range floater and gave the Nuggets a 20-12 lead. Denver capped off quarter 1 by shooting 52% from the field with 5 turnovers and scored 10 points in the paint. Denver came out firing as they got shots to fall from the field at a high percentage and were efficient insode the paint. However, they struggled to shoot the ball when going downtown and turned it over a bit to much. Also had issues earning fast break chances. Later on in the 2nd Bones Hyland off a Murray pass would drop in a three point jumper, thus going up 34-30. Afterwards, Kentavious Caldwell Pope would sink in a pullup mid range jumper, 58-52. Denver sealed off the 2nd by shooting 63% from the field and 53% when going deep while scoring 14 paint points. Including 2 fast break points. Denver around this point in time continued to shoot the ball efficiently well from both ends of the floor and hannered Miami when getting down low but struggled on the fast break and coughed the ball up one to many times. Denver scored 24 total points in the paint, turned it over 9 times and slipped into halftime leading 60-57. During the 3rd quarter Denver would inch within three after Jokic hit a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 67-70. The Nuggets got outscored 33-25 while shooting an overall 50% and scored 8 points down low and 3 on the fast break. Denver was able rotate the ball around to help create open looks and it allowed for quakity shots to go in and executed well when earning fast break opportunities. It's just unfortunate that they had issues scoring paint points from time to time and turned the ball over carelessly. Now in the 4th quarter with 5:05 to go Denver would take a one point lead after Michael Porter Jr cut to the rim for nice slam, 105-104. Few offensive possessions later Jamal Murray would drop in a game sealing mid rnage floater, 122-118. Nuggets in the 4th shot 60% from behind the arc and 59% from the floor while scoring 14 points in the painted area. Nuggets down the strech spaced the floor well with quality passes and from both ends of the court they got solid shot opportunities to fall. They also attacked the the paint effectively and hurt Miami's defense when scoring in transition. Nuggets scored 48 total points in the paint, secured 15 fast break scores and moved up to a 23-12 record.
Friday December 30th, 2022: Heat fall to Jokic and his Nuggets after going down 119-124. This keeps Miami sitting 7th in the East and are one game above .500. Heat late in the 1st came within five after Max Strus sunk in a three point jumper, 15-20. The Heat in one shot 22% from the field while scoring 6 paint points and turned it iver 4 times. Along with shooting 33% from deep. Miami's offense were absolutely flat when it came to shooting the ball from both ends of floor and struggled to capitalize inside the paint. Moving forward they have to execute better shot selections and score more points in the paint. Then midway into the 2nd quarter the Heat would force a tie after Strus drove the lane for powering slam, 34-34. After that, Highsmith would double in a mid range jumper, 44-45. Miami ended the 2nd by knocking down 40% from long range with 0 turnovers added and scored 14 points found low. The Heat by this point in time struggled to shoot from the field but earned most of their points insode the paint and got the three ball to drop at an efficient rate with rare turnovers. They also capitalized well on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores. Heat shot 84% from the free throw line, tallied 20 total points in the paint and entered the half trailing 57-60. Entering the 3rd quarter with 10:00 left Miami would get off to an 8-0 run after Tyler Herro splashed in a three point J, 66-60. This run was sparked by getting quick stops on the defensive end and scored easy baksets in transition. Heat shot an overall 40% and scored 8 points in both the paint and on the fast break. That'll also include 7 turnovers. The Heat turned things around as they shot the ball extremely well and created open looks off great ball movement. They also capitalized on fast break opportunities yet they struggled inside the paint and turned it over a little to much. We now turn our attentions to late stages of the 4th quarter, where Miami snagged a two point lead after Herro dropped in mid range floater, 114-112. Heat shot an overall 40% for the second straight quarter and scored 10 paint points with 4 turnovers added. As well as scoring 2 second chance points. Miami in the 2nd half shot the ball much better weather it was from deep or from the field and executed well when scoring in the paint. They capitalized on second chance scores off good offensive rebounding and performed well on most of theor fast break chances but were killed with turnovers and in crunch time they matched Denver basket for bakset. Heat tallied in 42 paint points, turned it over 14 total times and slipped down to a 19-18 record.
Nuggets hold off the Heat after snagging a 124-119 win. Nuggets scrape in 23 win and are 1st in the Western Conference. Bruce Brown in the 1st would knock down a running mid range floater and gave the Nuggets a 20-12 lead. Denver capped off quarter 1 by shooting 52% from the field with 5 turnovers and scored 10 points in the paint. Denver came out firing as they got shots to fall from the field at a high percentage and were efficient insode the paint. However, they struggled to shoot the ball when going downtown and turned it over a bit to much. Also had issues earning fast break chances. Later on in the 2nd Bones Hyland off a Murray pass would drop in a three point jumper, thus going up 34-30. Afterwards, Kentavious Caldwell Pope would sink in a pullup mid range jumper, 58-52. Denver sealed off the 2nd by shooting 63% from the field and 53% when going deep while scoring 14 paint points. Including 2 fast break points. Denver around this point in time continued to shoot the ball efficiently well from both ends of the floor and hannered Miami when getting down low but struggled on the fast break and coughed the ball up one to many times. Denver scored 24 total points in the paint, turned it over 9 times and slipped into halftime leading 60-57. During the 3rd quarter Denver would inch within three after Jokic hit a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 67-70. The Nuggets got outscored 33-25 while shooting an overall 50% and scored 8 points down low and 3 on the fast break. Denver was able rotate the ball around to help create open looks and it allowed for quakity shots to go in and executed well when earning fast break opportunities. It's just unfortunate that they had issues scoring paint points from time to time and turned the ball over carelessly. Now in the 4th quarter with 5:05 to go Denver would take a one point lead after Michael Porter Jr cut to the rim for nice slam, 105-104. Few offensive possessions later Jamal Murray would drop in a game sealing mid rnage floater, 122-118. Nuggets in the 4th shot 60% from behind the arc and 59% from the floor while scoring 14 points in the painted area. Nuggets down the strech spaced the floor well with quality passes and from both ends of the court they got solid shot opportunities to fall. They also attacked the the paint effectively and hurt Miami's defense when scoring in transition. Nuggets scored 48 total points in the paint, secured 15 fast break scores and moved up to a 23-12 record.
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Wesnesday December 27th, 2022: The Knicks give up a late 4th quarter lead and it led them to a 121-126 Overtime loss to the Mavericks. This defeat sends New York to 4 losses in a row and sit in 4th place in the Atlantic Division. Julius Randle in the 1st quarter drive his way to the rim for beauty of a layup, 21-17. The Knicks capped off quarter 1 by shooting 50% from the field and added 14 paint points but turned it over 4 times and made only 5 three's on 13 tries. New York early attacked the paint with effective scoring and got quality shots to fall from the field but coughed the ball up a bit to much and needed to to execute better when shooting the three ball. Then during the 2nd quarter Mitchell Robinson with 4:42 to go would spot up a mid range jumper, thus going up 50-43. Knicks ended the 2nd by knocking down 52% from the field and scored 6 of their 9 total points when using second chance scores. The Knicks continued to dominate from the field by utilizing good passes and shot the ball effectively well. Also started knocking down their three point shots at high rate and executed the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores but were shutdown in the paint after scoring only 8 points. Knicks shot 42% from long range, utilized 15 team assists and walked into the half with a 63-55 lead. Heading into the midway point of the 3rd quarter New York woukd snag an eight point advantage after Quentin Grimes sunk in a driving layin, 78-70. New York closed out the 3rd by shooting 50% from the field with 3 made three's and scored 12 points in the paint. They tallied 6 second chance points as well off good offensive rebounding. The Knicks created separation by delivering on the dine passes and shot the ball extremely well weather it was from deep or from inside the paint and capitalized on both second chance and fast break scoring. Heading into the 4th quarter Randle woukd knock in a nicley made finger roll layin, 110-101 with 44 ticks remaining. Knicks in the 4th shot 45% from the field and added 9 second chance points and 12 down low. Knicks were able to knock down quality shots from the field but from time to time they would miss key baksets and scored 0 points when in transition. Now in OT Robinson woukd cut to the rim for a beauty of a slam but trailed 121-126. Knicks down the strech couldn't get a bakset to drop weather it was from the field or when going deep and missed late free throws. Knicks scored 27 fast break points, 48 paint points and dropped down to an 18-17 record.
Luka Doncic scores a frnachise best 60 points and it led the Mavericks to a 126-121 Overtime win against the Knicks. This moves Dallas three games above .500 and are riding a 4-Game winning streak. Doncic in the 1st quarter would hit a turning mid range jumper and it brought Dallas within five, 22-27. Mavs through one shot 52% from the field while getting outscored 30-28 and turned it over just twice. Including 16 points in the paint and 4 on the fast break. The Mavericks did a nice job of creating open lanes in the paint to help create easy baksets and shot the ball efficiently well when utilizing a mid range jumper. A few miscues would be that they shot the ball poorly from deep due to New York forcing tough shots and on the fast break they struggled to score. Later on in the 2nd quarter with 6:28 left Spencer Dinwiddie would bury a stepback mid rnage jumper and it brought Dallas within two, 43-45. Dallas after that, would climb within three after Tim Hardaway Jr buried a three point jumper, 53-56. Keep note that this woukd be Hardawy's 44th made three of the season. Mavs ended the 2nd by shooting 46% from the field with 0 turnovers and scored only 6 points in the paint. They were a total 7 of 23 from deep as well. Dallas tlthis tine around got great shots to fall from both ends of the floor and kept the turnovers to a minimum but going forward they have to execute on the fast break better and start scoring more points in the painted area. Dallas scored 7 points off the Knicks 5 turnovers, recorded 22 points in the paint and slipped into halftime down 55-63. In the 3rd quarter Luka Doncic would power to the rim for a nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 77-86. The Mavs in the 3rd moved the ball around well to help setup open looks from deep as they got baksets to drop and from the field they executed in paint scoring. The paint for Dallas ultamately opened up off good passes and solid cuts. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Dinwiddie with 9 ticks to go would bury a pullup three pointer, 112-113. Few offensive possessions later Doncic with 1 second left would splash in a mid range jumper, 115-115. Mavs ended the 4th by sinking in 50% from the field and outscored New York 33-23. Dallas blew my mind in this quarter alone due to shots falling at an efficient level and were sparked by earning a few big runs when going down the strech. In the end, dueing Overtime Doncic would hit a turning mid range jumper and it gave the Mavs a 122-117 lead. Mavs in OT outscored New York 11-6 while shooting 48% from the field and 28% when going deep. Dallas in this quarter alone struggled to buy a bakset from the field but earned back to back 4-0 runs by knocking down critical free throws. As for the defense they did a nice jib of forcing quick stops and eliminated paint points. Dallas scored 15 fast break points, 11 second chance points and moved up to a 19-16 record.
Wesnesday December 27th, 2022: The Knicks give up a late 4th quarter lead and it led them to a 121-126 Overtime loss to the Mavericks. This defeat sends New York to 4 losses in a row and sit in 4th place in the Atlantic Division. Julius Randle in the 1st quarter drive his way to the rim for beauty of a layup, 21-17. The Knicks capped off quarter 1 by shooting 50% from the field and added 14 paint points but turned it over 4 times and made only 5 three's on 13 tries. New York early attacked the paint with effective scoring and got quality shots to fall from the field but coughed the ball up a bit to much and needed to to execute better when shooting the three ball. Then during the 2nd quarter Mitchell Robinson with 4:42 to go would spot up a mid range jumper, thus going up 50-43. Knicks ended the 2nd by knocking down 52% from the field and scored 6 of their 9 total points when using second chance scores. The Knicks continued to dominate from the field by utilizing good passes and shot the ball effectively well. Also started knocking down their three point shots at high rate and executed the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores but were shutdown in the paint after scoring only 8 points. Knicks shot 42% from long range, utilized 15 team assists and walked into the half with a 63-55 lead. Heading into the midway point of the 3rd quarter New York woukd snag an eight point advantage after Quentin Grimes sunk in a driving layin, 78-70. New York closed out the 3rd by shooting 50% from the field with 3 made three's and scored 12 points in the paint. They tallied 6 second chance points as well off good offensive rebounding. The Knicks created separation by delivering on the dine passes and shot the ball extremely well weather it was from deep or from inside the paint and capitalized on both second chance and fast break scoring. Heading into the 4th quarter Randle woukd knock in a nicley made finger roll layin, 110-101 with 44 ticks remaining. Knicks in the 4th shot 45% from the field and added 9 second chance points and 12 down low. Knicks were able to knock down quality shots from the field but from time to time they would miss key baksets and scored 0 points when in transition. Now in OT Robinson woukd cut to the rim for a beauty of a slam but trailed 121-126. Knicks down the strech couldn't get a bakset to drop weather it was from the field or when going deep and missed late free throws. Knicks scored 27 fast break points, 48 paint points and dropped down to an 18-17 record.
Luka Doncic scores a frnachise best 60 points and it led the Mavericks to a 126-121 Overtime win against the Knicks. This moves Dallas three games above .500 and are riding a 4-Game winning streak. Doncic in the 1st quarter would hit a turning mid range jumper and it brought Dallas within five, 22-27. Mavs through one shot 52% from the field while getting outscored 30-28 and turned it over just twice. Including 16 points in the paint and 4 on the fast break. The Mavericks did a nice job of creating open lanes in the paint to help create easy baksets and shot the ball efficiently well when utilizing a mid range jumper. A few miscues would be that they shot the ball poorly from deep due to New York forcing tough shots and on the fast break they struggled to score. Later on in the 2nd quarter with 6:28 left Spencer Dinwiddie would bury a stepback mid rnage jumper and it brought Dallas within two, 43-45. Dallas after that, would climb within three after Tim Hardaway Jr buried a three point jumper, 53-56. Keep note that this woukd be Hardawy's 44th made three of the season. Mavs ended the 2nd by shooting 46% from the field with 0 turnovers and scored only 6 points in the paint. They were a total 7 of 23 from deep as well. Dallas tlthis tine around got great shots to fall from both ends of the floor and kept the turnovers to a minimum but going forward they have to execute on the fast break better and start scoring more points in the painted area. Dallas scored 7 points off the Knicks 5 turnovers, recorded 22 points in the paint and slipped into halftime down 55-63. In the 3rd quarter Luka Doncic would power to the rim for a nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 77-86. The Mavs in the 3rd moved the ball around well to help setup open looks from deep as they got baksets to drop and from the field they executed in paint scoring. The paint for Dallas ultamately opened up off good passes and solid cuts. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Dinwiddie with 9 ticks to go would bury a pullup three pointer, 112-113. Few offensive possessions later Doncic with 1 second left would splash in a mid range jumper, 115-115. Mavs ended the 4th by sinking in 50% from the field and outscored New York 33-23. Dallas blew my mind in this quarter alone due to shots falling at an efficient level and were sparked by earning a few big runs when going down the strech. In the end, dueing Overtime Doncic would hit a turning mid range jumper and it gave the Mavs a 122-117 lead. Mavs in OT outscored New York 11-6 while shooting 48% from the field and 28% when going deep. Dallas in this quarter alone struggled to buy a bakset from the field but earned back to back 4-0 runs by knocking down critical free throws. As for the defense they did a nice jib of forcing quick stops and eliminated paint points. Dallas scored 15 fast break points, 11 second chance points and moved up to a 19-16 record.
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Sunday December 25th, 2022: Warriors handled the Grizzlies by securing a 129-109 win. This pushes Golden State two under .500 and are sitting in 4th place in the Pacific Division. Jordan Poole late in the 1st would bury a contested stepb back three pointer and it gave the Warriors a 28-26 lead. Golden State shot 47% from the field and 50% when going deep with 3 turnivers. Including 2 points in the paint and 5 second chance points. Warriors did damage from both ends of the floor as they got shots to fall at a high percentage and executed early on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores but struggled in the paint due to the middle of the lane getting clogged. Then during the 2nd quarter Donte DiVincenzo off a nice screen knocked in a three point jumper, thus going up 50-37. Warriors in the 2nd got 44% of their shots to drop from the field while scoring 3 second chance points and tallied only 4 in the paint. Golden State utilized set screens to help create open looks for quality baksets to go in and continued to execute second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. However, Golden State had issues in turnovers due to careless passing and struggled to score insode the paint. Warriors shot 66% from the free throw line, scored 6 paint and entered halftime leadung 59-54. Now on the 3rd quarter Golden State would earn an 11-0 run after Poole knocked down a mid range jumper, 91-77. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scoring easy points in transition. Golden State in the 3rd quarter shot an overall 50% and turned it over just once. Along with outscoring Memphis 40-30 and added 4 paint points. Warriors in the ultimately did their damage from behind the arc as they created open looks off good passes and kept the turnovers to a minimum but continued their struggle inside the painted area and were unable to capitalize on fast break opportunities. In the end, during the 4th quarter the Warriors would add the knockout punch late in the 4th quarter after DiVincenzo buried a three point jumper, 120-102. Golden State shot an overall 40% and tallied 2 of their 8 total points in the paint with 1 turn. Warriors in crunch time simply put this game away by making the right decisions with the ball and shot it efficiently well while having solid execution when earning fast break opportunities. Warriors gave the ball up 10 total times, tallied 26 paint points and improved to a 16-18 record.
Grizzlies get steamrolled by the Warriors after going down 109-129. Grizzlies suffer 12th defeat of the year and trail the 1sst place Pels by 0.5 games back in the Southwest. Memphis capped off quarter 1 by shooting 44% from the field and scored 12 points in the paint with 8 fast break scores. The Grizzlies hammered the paint with an abundance of points and capitalized on fast break opportunities off quality defensive stops. It was the passes that ultimately opened up lanes down low. Later on in the 2nd quarter Tyus Jones would spot in a nicely made layup, 50-59. Memphis sealed off the 2nd by knocking down 44% from the field with 14 paint points and 8 on the fast break. Memphis moved the ball well to create separation from their defender and from the field they got solid shot opportunities to fall. They couldn't be stopped in transition ethier due the defense making stops and domianted paint points. The one thing that's concerning is that they struggle to shoot from deep as shots won't go in. Memphis shot 20% from deep, tallied 26 total points in the paint and went into the lockers facing a 54-59 deficit. Entering the late stages of the 3rd quarter Zaire Williams woukd notch a stepback three pointer, 82-97. Grizzlies in the 3rd knocked in 40% from the field and scored 7 second chance points off 6 offensive rebounds and 12 when getting inside the paint. Including 4 turnovers. Memphis has been able to get baksets to fall from the field but from time to time they were missing shots and when they are scoring its mainly coming in the paint. They've struggled to get the three ball to fall as well due the Warriors closing out or forcing contested shots. One thing that got corrected was their second chance scoring after dominating the offensive glass and kept turnovers to a low. We now turn our attentions to the 4th, where Jaren Jackson sunk in a mid range floater but still faced an uphill battle, 104-120. Grizzlies wrapped up the 4th by shooting 41% from the field while scoring 10 paint points and 5 on the fast break. Grizzlies down the strech seemingly had issues getting shots to drop weather it was from the field or when going deep and turned it over way to much. When they did score it would mostly come from inside the paint and dominated in transition with quick baskets. Grizzlies dished in 19 team assists, scored 27 fast break points and fell to a 20-12 record.
Sunday December 25th, 2022: Warriors handled the Grizzlies by securing a 129-109 win. This pushes Golden State two under .500 and are sitting in 4th place in the Pacific Division. Jordan Poole late in the 1st would bury a contested stepb back three pointer and it gave the Warriors a 28-26 lead. Golden State shot 47% from the field and 50% when going deep with 3 turnivers. Including 2 points in the paint and 5 second chance points. Warriors did damage from both ends of the floor as they got shots to fall at a high percentage and executed early on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scores but struggled in the paint due to the middle of the lane getting clogged. Then during the 2nd quarter Donte DiVincenzo off a nice screen knocked in a three point jumper, thus going up 50-37. Warriors in the 2nd got 44% of their shots to drop from the field while scoring 3 second chance points and tallied only 4 in the paint. Golden State utilized set screens to help create open looks for quality baksets to go in and continued to execute second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. However, Golden State had issues in turnovers due to careless passing and struggled to score insode the paint. Warriors shot 66% from the free throw line, scored 6 paint and entered halftime leadung 59-54. Now on the 3rd quarter Golden State would earn an 11-0 run after Poole knocked down a mid range jumper, 91-77. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scoring easy points in transition. Golden State in the 3rd quarter shot an overall 50% and turned it over just once. Along with outscoring Memphis 40-30 and added 4 paint points. Warriors in the ultimately did their damage from behind the arc as they created open looks off good passes and kept the turnovers to a minimum but continued their struggle inside the painted area and were unable to capitalize on fast break opportunities. In the end, during the 4th quarter the Warriors would add the knockout punch late in the 4th quarter after DiVincenzo buried a three point jumper, 120-102. Golden State shot an overall 40% and tallied 2 of their 8 total points in the paint with 1 turn. Warriors in crunch time simply put this game away by making the right decisions with the ball and shot it efficiently well while having solid execution when earning fast break opportunities. Warriors gave the ball up 10 total times, tallied 26 paint points and improved to a 16-18 record.
Grizzlies get steamrolled by the Warriors after going down 109-129. Grizzlies suffer 12th defeat of the year and trail the 1sst place Pels by 0.5 games back in the Southwest. Memphis capped off quarter 1 by shooting 44% from the field and scored 12 points in the paint with 8 fast break scores. The Grizzlies hammered the paint with an abundance of points and capitalized on fast break opportunities off quality defensive stops. It was the passes that ultimately opened up lanes down low. Later on in the 2nd quarter Tyus Jones would spot in a nicely made layup, 50-59. Memphis sealed off the 2nd by knocking down 44% from the field with 14 paint points and 8 on the fast break. Memphis moved the ball well to create separation from their defender and from the field they got solid shot opportunities to fall. They couldn't be stopped in transition ethier due the defense making stops and domianted paint points. The one thing that's concerning is that they struggle to shoot from deep as shots won't go in. Memphis shot 20% from deep, tallied 26 total points in the paint and went into the lockers facing a 54-59 deficit. Entering the late stages of the 3rd quarter Zaire Williams woukd notch a stepback three pointer, 82-97. Grizzlies in the 3rd knocked in 40% from the field and scored 7 second chance points off 6 offensive rebounds and 12 when getting inside the paint. Including 4 turnovers. Memphis has been able to get baksets to fall from the field but from time to time they were missing shots and when they are scoring its mainly coming in the paint. They've struggled to get the three ball to fall as well due the Warriors closing out or forcing contested shots. One thing that got corrected was their second chance scoring after dominating the offensive glass and kept turnovers to a low. We now turn our attentions to the 4th, where Jaren Jackson sunk in a mid range floater but still faced an uphill battle, 104-120. Grizzlies wrapped up the 4th by shooting 41% from the field while scoring 10 paint points and 5 on the fast break. Grizzlies down the strech seemingly had issues getting shots to drop weather it was from the field or when going deep and turned it over way to much. When they did score it would mostly come from inside the paint and dominated in transition with quick baskets. Grizzlies dished in 19 team assists, scored 27 fast break points and fell to a 20-12 record.
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Wednesday December 21st, 2022: Lakers run for Overtime falls short after going down to the Hornets 130-134. Lakers sit in last place in the Pacific Division and are atop three losses in a row. Wayne Gabriel in the 1st quarter hannered down the slam to give LA a 29-22 lead. LA shot 47% from the floor and 33% when going deep with 4 turnovers. Lakers would also add in 6 second chances scores off 4 offensive boards and tallied 12 paint points. The Lakers got quality shots to fall from the field and attacked the paint early off good cuts and passes. They also executed on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scoring but turned it over a bit to much and struggled from deep. Keep in mind that the three point shot isn't going down because they can't get open.Then dueing the midway point of the 2nd quarter Thomas Bryant would sink in a three point jumper but trialed 49-51. Lakers in the 2nd shot 51% from the field and scored 10 of their 28 total points in the paint. They would shoot 45% from downtown as well. LA spaced the floor out well with good passes and it allowed for shots to drop on both ends of the floor while dominating the paint game but gave the ball up 4 out of their 8 total times. If the Lakers can't clean up their careless mistakes then it's going to be a long 2nd half and needed to get their fast break rolling. Lakers secured 16 assists, scored 4 fast break points and entred halftime tied at 67-67. Now in the 3rd quarter LA would get off to a 12-0 run after Troy Brown buried a three pointer, 83-88. This run was setup on good defensive stops and scored easy in transition. Lakers wrapped up the 3rd by shooting a solid 47% from the field and scored 7 of their 14 second chance points and 10 when getting to the paint. Los Angeles utilized good passes to push the ball up court and from the field they got shots to go in on a consistent bases. They also capitalized well in second chance scoring due solid offensive rebounding and executed the paint area yet they turned it over 5 times. We now turn our attentions to the midway point of the 4th quarter, where Westbrook splashed in a three point jumper, 121-124. Lakers in the 4th shot 52% from the field with 6 made three's and tallied 22 points in the paint yet they gave the ball up 4 times. LA were shot the ball efficiently well from ethier deep or from the field and were effective down low but were killed with a ton of turnovers and down the strech they matched Charlotte bakset for bakset. Lakers shot 43% from long distance, defense forced 5 turnovers and dropped down to a 13-19 record.
Hornets survive a scare during a 134-130 win against the Lakers. Hornets earn 9th win of the year and are 2-8 in ten games. Hornets in the 1st would cut LA's lead to five after Hayward turned in a pullup mid range jumper, 24-19. The Hornets concluded the 1st by shooting 45% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and 6 on the fast break. They shot 20% from deep as well with only 2 turns. Hornets from the field struggled to shoot mid range jumpers but most of their points came in the paint anyways. They've also done a terrific job of capitalizing on fast break opportunities off the defense making solid stops and rarely turned it over. During the 2nd quarter Charlotte woukd earn an 8-0 run after Nick Richard drove to the rim to hammer down the slam, 44-34. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and easy scores when in transition. Afterwards, with 2:02 to go Charlotte would increase their lead after Rozier knocked down a nicley made layup, 60-55. Hornets shot 56% from the field while scoring 22 of their 36 points in the paint and recorded 10 total on the fast break. Hornets were hot from the field as they got shots to fall at a high percentage and continued to attack the paint for an abundance of points. Along with good execution when earning fast break chances. However, they seemingly struggled in second chance scores as LA did a nice job of holding them to 0 in this quarter alone. Hornets grabbed on to 6 second chance scores, shot a solid 77% from the free throw line and slipped into halftime all knotted up at 67-67. Transitioning into the 3rd quarter Charlotte would end the Lakers big 12-0 run thanks to . Hornets through three shot 55% from the floor and outscored LA 30-20 with 11 fast break points added. Charlotte by this point in time were creating open looks from both ends of the floor as it gave e them a chance to knock down quality shots and punished LA in transition. Also continued their domination inosde the painted area but gave the ball up 6 total times. Later on in the 4th quarter Charlotte dial up a big lead after Terry Rozier sunk in a pullup three point jumper, 110-100. In the end, with 5 ticks left Hayward would knock down a game sealing layup, 132-130. Hornets finished the 4th shooting 55% from the field and scored 16 points down low with 3 turns. Including 8 points on a fast break. The Hornets defense wasn't best but their offense in crunch time got a ton of shots to drop from the field and scored an abundance of points when getting inside the paint and were effective in transition. Hornets scored 62 total points in the paint, dished 30 assists and moved up to a 9-24 record.
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: Warriors turn the ball over one to many times and it ked them to a 113-143 loss to the Nets. Warriors are sitting in 3rd place in the Pacific Division and are riding two wins in a row. Warriors in one recorded 38% shooting from the field and scored 14 points in the paint with 7 turnovers added. Including 11% from deep. Warriors struggled to buy a basket weather it was from the floor or deep and turned it over way to much. Golden State from long distance just couldn't get open. However, one positive they can take is that they executed at scoring points when getting to the paint. Then during the 2nd quarter Golden State would catch fire as were on a 7-0 run after Moody buried a nicley made layup but trailed 38-68. This run was let off by getting quick stops and it led to easy points in transition. Warriors ended the 2nd by knocking down 50% from the field and scored 18 points in the paint but got outscored 45-34 and turned it over 6 out of their 13 total times with 26% from downtown. Warriors were able to earn most of their points when getting inside the paint but were ultimately slowed down with careless mistakes and were limited in second chance scoring. They also had poor three point shooting. Warriors had 30 total points in the paint, dished in 16 team assists and entered halftime facing a 51-91 deficit. During the 3rd quarter Golden State looked like they were done playing around after getting off to a 13-0 run. Thanks to Poole splashing in a three point jumper but it was still an uphill battle, 59-95. This run was let go by earning easy points in transition or from the free throw line and in the process they made solid defensive stops. Warriors in the 3rd shot 45% from the field and scored 7 second chance points while outscoring Brooklyn 28-18. Golden State this time around were still struggling from deep but got quality shots to go in from the field off great ball movement and were effective on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chances scores with rare turnovers. The only concern that I had was their poor execution inside the paint. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where the Warriors got off to a 12-0 run after Rollins knocked down a running finger roll layin, 113-143. This late run was due to quality defensive stops that led to quick points transition points. Warriors wrapped up the 4th by knocking down 49% from the field with 6 turnovers and matched the Nets for 34 points each. Golden State all night including the 4th lacked a poor shooting performance and were demoralized with a ton of turnovers. Warriors would also have issues from long distance as they couldn't get open off a tough Nets defense. Warriors allowed 36 points off their 21 turnovers, went 12 of 33 from long distance and slumped down to a 15-18 record.
Nets would obliterate the Warriors after securing a 143-113 win. Nets sit in 2nd place in the Atlantic Division and are atop a 7-Game win streak. Nets ended the first 12 minutes by shooting an overall 70% and scored 17 fast break points while outscoring the Warriors 46-17. As well as scoring 14 paint points. The Nets managed to punish Golden State from both ends of the floor as they got a high percentage of shots to fall and executed well when given a fast break opportunity. Also dominated in the paint area. These opportunities that they earned were simply off terrific ball movement. A quarter later during the 2nd Joe Harris off a Sumner pass would dial up a three point jumper and extended their lead to 73-41. Afterwards, with 8 seconds left Durant would bury a three point J, 91-51. Nets capped off the 2nd by shooting 71% from the field while scoring 6 fast break points and 18 in the paint. That also includes 68% when traveling from long distance. Brooklyn seemingly couldn't miss in the 1st half.....I mean shots were going in from both areas of the floor at a high rate and continuted hammer Golden State in transition due the defense making stops or forcing turnovers. Nets utilized 19 total fast break points, shot 68% from downtown, scored 30 points down low and slipped into the half leading 91-51. Later on in the 3rd quarter Brooklyn would increase lead thanks to Durant sinking in a fading mid range J, 101-66. Nets sealed off the 3rd by knocking in 62% from the field with two made three's and turned it over 7 times. They scored only 6 points in the paint as well. Brooklyn was able to space the floor with good passes and it allowed for standard shots to fall from the field but were shutdown in the paint due lanes getting clogged and struggled to capitalize on fast break opportunities. Including an abundance of careless turnovers. In the end, during the 4th quarter Sumner would drop off a pullup mid range jumper, 143-103. In the 4th the Nets shot an overall 60% while scoring 6 fast break points and 8 in the paint with 5 turnovers added. Brooklyn concluded this night by shooting the ball efficiently from the floor and when going deep while executing on fast break chances. Keep note that the Nets all game long shot 50% or higher. Nets scored 44 total points in the paint, earned 25 fast break points and moved up to a 20-12 record.
: Warriors turn the ball over one to many times and it ked them to a 113-143 loss to the Nets. Warriors are sitting in 3rd place in the Pacific Division and are riding two wins in a row. Warriors in one recorded 38% shooting from the field and scored 14 points in the paint with 7 turnovers added. Including 11% from deep. Warriors struggled to buy a basket weather it was from the floor or deep and turned it over way to much. Golden State from long distance just couldn't get open. However, one positive they can take is that they executed at scoring points when getting to the paint. Then during the 2nd quarter Golden State would catch fire as were on a 7-0 run after Moody buried a nicley made layup but trailed 38-68. This run was let off by getting quick stops and it led to easy points in transition. Warriors ended the 2nd by knocking down 50% from the field and scored 18 points in the paint but got outscored 45-34 and turned it over 6 out of their 13 total times with 26% from downtown. Warriors were able to earn most of their points when getting inside the paint but were ultimately slowed down with careless mistakes and were limited in second chance scoring. They also had poor three point shooting. Warriors had 30 total points in the paint, dished in 16 team assists and entered halftime facing a 51-91 deficit. During the 3rd quarter Golden State looked like they were done playing around after getting off to a 13-0 run. Thanks to Poole splashing in a three point jumper but it was still an uphill battle, 59-95. This run was let go by earning easy points in transition or from the free throw line and in the process they made solid defensive stops. Warriors in the 3rd shot 45% from the field and scored 7 second chance points while outscoring Brooklyn 28-18. Golden State this time around were still struggling from deep but got quality shots to go in from the field off great ball movement and were effective on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chances scores with rare turnovers. The only concern that I had was their poor execution inside the paint. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where the Warriors got off to a 12-0 run after Rollins knocked down a running finger roll layin, 113-143. This late run was due to quality defensive stops that led to quick points transition points. Warriors wrapped up the 4th by knocking down 49% from the field with 6 turnovers and matched the Nets for 34 points each. Golden State all night including the 4th lacked a poor shooting performance and were demoralized with a ton of turnovers. Warriors would also have issues from long distance as they couldn't get open off a tough Nets defense. Warriors allowed 36 points off their 21 turnovers, went 12 of 33 from long distance and slumped down to a 15-18 record.
Nets would obliterate the Warriors after securing a 143-113 win. Nets sit in 2nd place in the Atlantic Division and are atop a 7-Game win streak. Nets ended the first 12 minutes by shooting an overall 70% and scored 17 fast break points while outscoring the Warriors 46-17. As well as scoring 14 paint points. The Nets managed to punish Golden State from both ends of the floor as they got a high percentage of shots to fall and executed well when given a fast break opportunity. Also dominated in the paint area. These opportunities that they earned were simply off terrific ball movement. A quarter later during the 2nd Joe Harris off a Sumner pass would dial up a three point jumper and extended their lead to 73-41. Afterwards, with 8 seconds left Durant would bury a three point J, 91-51. Nets capped off the 2nd by shooting 71% from the field while scoring 6 fast break points and 18 in the paint. That also includes 68% when traveling from long distance. Brooklyn seemingly couldn't miss in the 1st half.....I mean shots were going in from both areas of the floor at a high rate and continuted hammer Golden State in transition due the defense making stops or forcing turnovers. Nets utilized 19 total fast break points, shot 68% from downtown, scored 30 points down low and slipped into the half leading 91-51. Later on in the 3rd quarter Brooklyn would increase lead thanks to Durant sinking in a fading mid range J, 101-66. Nets sealed off the 3rd by knocking in 62% from the field with two made three's and turned it over 7 times. They scored only 6 points in the paint as well. Brooklyn was able to space the floor with good passes and it allowed for standard shots to fall from the field but were shutdown in the paint due lanes getting clogged and struggled to capitalize on fast break opportunities. Including an abundance of careless turnovers. In the end, during the 4th quarter Sumner would drop off a pullup mid range jumper, 143-103. In the 4th the Nets shot an overall 60% while scoring 6 fast break points and 8 in the paint with 5 turnovers added. Brooklyn concluded this night by shooting the ball efficiently from the floor and when going deep while executing on fast break chances. Keep note that the Nets all game long shot 50% or higher. Nets scored 44 total points in the paint, earned 25 fast break points and moved up to a 20-12 record.
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Friday December 16th, 2022: Warriors get steamrolled in the 2nd half by the 76ers and it resulted to a 106-118 loss. This defeat sends Golden State two gane underneath .500 and 11th in the West. Warriors in the 1st quarter would take a nine point lead after Poole dropped in a pullup mid range jumper, 20-11. Warriors in the 1st outscored Philly 38-33 while shooting 66% from the field and 75% when going deep with 4 turnovers added. Golden State absolutely torched Philadelphia from both ends of floor after shooting the ball at a high percentage but struggled to score when getting to the paint and turned it over a bit to much. During the 2nd quarter Kevin Looney would knock down a finger roll layin to increase the Warriors lead to 57-55. Golden State shot an overall 50% while scoring 8 points in the paint and turned it over 5 times. The Warriors continue to get shots to fall off great ball rotation and executed much better inside the paint. Warriors moving forward have to minus mistakes. Warriors scored 3 fast break points, shot 66% from the free throw line and walked into halftime up 57-55. We now turn our attentions to the midway mark of the 3rd quarter as Ty Jerome off a Poole pass would deliver a three point jumper and the Warriors would come within nine, 79-88. Golden State sealed off the 3rd by shooting 46% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 10 points down low. As well as scoring 5 points on the fast break. Golden State were able to move the ball around to create solid shot opportunities weather it was from deep or from the field and capitalized well when getting in transition. That also includes domiance when scoring inside the painted area but turned it over one to many times. In the 4th quarter Klay Thompson would power to the rim for a nicley made finger roll layin, 101-112. Golden State turned in 41% from the field with 10 paint points and coughed the ball up 7 times. Warriors in crunch or throughout the entire 2nd half I should say ultamately struggled to shoot the ball weather it was from the field or going deep and made a ton of mistakes by turning it over way to many times. Warriors scored 36 total points in the paint, snagged 13 offensive boards, earned 13 second chance points and dropped off to a 14-16 record.
The 76ers handle the Warriors after securing a 118-106 win. Sixers are 3rd place in the Atlantic Division and are atop a 4-Game win streak. The 76ers in the 1st with 4:06 remaining would come within six after Harden hit a stepback three point jumper, 20-26. Philadelphia capped off quarter 1 by shooting an overall 50% and scored 14 points in the paint with only 2 turnovers. The 76ers attacked the paint effectively and got quality shots to fall from the field yet they struggled to knock down three pointers due to the defense closing out and forcing contested shots. Just keep in mind don't let their shooting percentage from deep fool you. Then during the 2nd quarter Melton would sink in a three point jumper, 53-55. Philly in two shot an overall 40% and had 6 turnovers. Philadelphia from the field managed to knock down quality shots off good ball movement and dominated the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scoring. However, Philly still had issues from deep as they couldn't buy a basket and had poor ball protection. Also got slowed down in the paint as they were held to just 6 points. Philly scoted 9 second chance points, scored 11 points off Golden State's mistakes and slipped into halftime facing a 55-57 deficit. Entering the lates stages of the 3rd quarter Philly would get off to a 12-0 run as Embiid buried a reverse layin, 85-74. This run was setup off quality defensive stops and it allowed for easy points on the other end in transition. Sixers ended the 3rd by shooting an overall 40% and scored 10 of their 28 total points in the paint. Including 2 turnovers and added 10 fast break points. Philly this time around created open looks from both ends of the floor off solid passing and it allowed for quakity shots to drop. Also did a much better job in ball security as they rarely turned it over and executed when given a fast break opportunity. In the end, during the 4th quarter Paul Reed with 16 ticks left would bury a game clinching three pointer, 118-106. Philly in the 4th shot 46% from the floor while outscoring Golden State 30-25 with only 1 turnover and scored 8 paint points. The 76ers simply won the 2nd half by getting baskets to go in from the field and were effective when getting inside the paint while limiting mistakes. They also dominated second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. Defensively they made good stops and forced turns to help the offense get in transition. Philly went 15 for 38 from deep, scored 38 points in the paint, defense forced 5 blocked shots and reeled in a 16-12 record.
Friday December 16th, 2022: Warriors get steamrolled in the 2nd half by the 76ers and it resulted to a 106-118 loss. This defeat sends Golden State two gane underneath .500 and 11th in the West. Warriors in the 1st quarter would take a nine point lead after Poole dropped in a pullup mid range jumper, 20-11. Warriors in the 1st outscored Philly 38-33 while shooting 66% from the field and 75% when going deep with 4 turnovers added. Golden State absolutely torched Philadelphia from both ends of floor after shooting the ball at a high percentage but struggled to score when getting to the paint and turned it over a bit to much. During the 2nd quarter Kevin Looney would knock down a finger roll layin to increase the Warriors lead to 57-55. Golden State shot an overall 50% while scoring 8 points in the paint and turned it over 5 times. The Warriors continue to get shots to fall off great ball rotation and executed much better inside the paint. Warriors moving forward have to minus mistakes. Warriors scored 3 fast break points, shot 66% from the free throw line and walked into halftime up 57-55. We now turn our attentions to the midway mark of the 3rd quarter as Ty Jerome off a Poole pass would deliver a three point jumper and the Warriors would come within nine, 79-88. Golden State sealed off the 3rd by shooting 46% from the field with 4 made three's and scored 10 points down low. As well as scoring 5 points on the fast break. Golden State were able to move the ball around to create solid shot opportunities weather it was from deep or from the field and capitalized well when getting in transition. That also includes domiance when scoring inside the painted area but turned it over one to many times. In the 4th quarter Klay Thompson would power to the rim for a nicley made finger roll layin, 101-112. Golden State turned in 41% from the field with 10 paint points and coughed the ball up 7 times. Warriors in crunch or throughout the entire 2nd half I should say ultamately struggled to shoot the ball weather it was from the field or going deep and made a ton of mistakes by turning it over way to many times. Warriors scored 36 total points in the paint, snagged 13 offensive boards, earned 13 second chance points and dropped off to a 14-16 record.
The 76ers handle the Warriors after securing a 118-106 win. Sixers are 3rd place in the Atlantic Division and are atop a 4-Game win streak. The 76ers in the 1st with 4:06 remaining would come within six after Harden hit a stepback three point jumper, 20-26. Philadelphia capped off quarter 1 by shooting an overall 50% and scored 14 points in the paint with only 2 turnovers. The 76ers attacked the paint effectively and got quality shots to fall from the field yet they struggled to knock down three pointers due to the defense closing out and forcing contested shots. Just keep in mind don't let their shooting percentage from deep fool you. Then during the 2nd quarter Melton would sink in a three point jumper, 53-55. Philly in two shot an overall 40% and had 6 turnovers. Philadelphia from the field managed to knock down quality shots off good ball movement and dominated the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scoring. However, Philly still had issues from deep as they couldn't buy a basket and had poor ball protection. Also got slowed down in the paint as they were held to just 6 points. Philly scoted 9 second chance points, scored 11 points off Golden State's mistakes and slipped into halftime facing a 55-57 deficit. Entering the lates stages of the 3rd quarter Philly would get off to a 12-0 run as Embiid buried a reverse layin, 85-74. This run was setup off quality defensive stops and it allowed for easy points on the other end in transition. Sixers ended the 3rd by shooting an overall 40% and scored 10 of their 28 total points in the paint. Including 2 turnovers and added 10 fast break points. Philly this time around created open looks from both ends of the floor off solid passing and it allowed for quakity shots to drop. Also did a much better job in ball security as they rarely turned it over and executed when given a fast break opportunity. In the end, during the 4th quarter Paul Reed with 16 ticks left would bury a game clinching three pointer, 118-106. Philly in the 4th shot 46% from the floor while outscoring Golden State 30-25 with only 1 turnover and scored 8 paint points. The 76ers simply won the 2nd half by getting baskets to go in from the field and were effective when getting inside the paint while limiting mistakes. They also dominated second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. Defensively they made good stops and forced turns to help the offense get in transition. Philly went 15 for 38 from deep, scored 38 points in the paint, defense forced 5 blocked shots and reeled in a 16-12 record.
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Wednesday December 14th, 2022: Bulls during last nights bout sustained a tough 120-128 loss in Overtime against the Knicks. The Bulls are sitting in 4th place in the Central Division and are riding two straight losses in a row. The Bulls in the 1st quarter would get off to an 8-0 run as Colby White buried a running three point J, 21-23. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy buckets in transition. Bulls in the 1st shot an overall 40% with 3 turnovers and scored 12 points in the paint. Including 6 points on the fast break. Bulls managed to stretch the floor with good passes and it allowed for open shot opportunities to fall from both ends of field. Also capitalized well when earning a fast break opportunity but have to limit the turnovers. During the 2nd quarter Alex Caruso would bring the Bulls within 7 after knocking in a reverse layin, 52-60.The Bulls capped off the 2nd by shooting 50% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and were held to 0 points on the fast break. That also includes 4 turnivers. Chicago shot the ball much better from the field with most of those points coming inside the paint but struggled on the fast break and turned it over a bit to much. Defensively they couldn't stop the three point shot as they gave up to a ton of open looks and had issues defending the middle of the paint. They simply left to many holes open. Bulls shot 87% from the free throw line, snagged 6 second chance scores and entered the half down 55-64. Entering the 3rd quarter the Bulls would get on a 10-0 run and took their first lead of the night after Vucevic turned in a reverse slam, 77-76. This run was let up by scoring quick in transition and forced multiple defensive stops. Bulls shot 57% from the field and outscored New York 33-28 with 3 turnovers tallied. Bulls in the 3rd seemingly shot the ball with efficiency and attacked the painted area for quality scores but struggled in ball security. In the 4th quarter the Bulls late would tie this bout up after DeRozan with 24 ticks left and in transition would bury a one handed layup, 117-117. Bulls in the 4th shot 58% from the field and scored 10 fast break points with 1 turnover. Bulls punished New York in transition game due to their solid defensive efforts and got shots to drop in crunch time. Heading into Overtime the Bulls only point would come off a DeRozan turning mid range jumper, 119-119. Chicago turned it over 12 times, scored 19 points off the Knicks 18 turns and fell to an 11-16 record. The Bulls offense looked tired during this OT quarter because they struggled to score due to shots not falling in and were shutdown when getting inside the paint. Chicago next time around has to score more than three points if ever in a OT matchup again.
Knicks survive a scare as they knocked off the Bulls in Overtime 128-120. Knicks sit in 3rd place trailing the Celtics by 6.5 games and are atop a 5-Game win streak. Knicks in the 1st would snag a four point lead thanks to Randle hitting a turning mid range jumper, 25-21. Knicks in the 1st quarter shot 40% from deep while outscoring Chicago 29-28 and scored 7 second chance points on 6 offensive rebounds. New York executed on the glass as it led it easy second chance scoring and attacked the paint with ease. Knocks would also dominated from downtown as they got quality shots to fall and moved the ball around well to create open looks. During the 2nd quarter Jalen Brunson from the baseline would knock down a falling mid range jumper, thus going up 60-48. New York through two shot 50% from the floor and scored 12 of their 22 total points down low and 4 points when utilizing second chance scores. New York continued to thrash Chicago inside the paint and performed well on second chance scoring off solid rebounding on the offensive glass. Also earned quality buckets when shooting from the field. Knicks would get their transition game going as well due to the defense forcing stops. Keep note that their paint points were earned by players cutting to the rim and scored easy buckets off quality passes. Boston shot 76% from the free throw line, scored 11 fast break points and walked into halftime leading 64-55. Now in the 3rd quarter the Brunson with 1:41 would spalsh in a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 87-83. Knicks in the 3rd shot an overall 50% and scored 2 points in transition with 6 turnovers added. Along with scoring 2 points in the paint. Don't let this shooting percentage fool you because at the start of this quarter they could barely make a shot and coughed the ball up way to much....it wasn't until the late stages where they finally got buckets to drop. Moving forward New York has to be more efficient when getting to the paint and need to execute better when given a fast break opportunity whike minusing mistakes. We now turn our attentions to 4th, where Grines buried a late three point jumper to give his team a 117-113 lead. Knicks concluded the 4th quarter by shooting 50% from long range and scored 14 of their 40 total points inside the painted area. That'll included 2 turnovers as well. New York did damage from behind the arc as they shot the ball at a high percentage off good looks and did much better at creating scoring opportunities down low. They also hammered Chicago on the glass and it allowed for easy second chance scores. In conclusion, during Overtime the Knicks were on an 11-0 run after Brunson sunk in a stepback three point jumper, 128-119. Knicks ended OT by spotting in 49% from the field while trouncing Chicago 11-3 and scored 2 fast break points. New York in their final 10 minutes won this game by taking care of the ball and getting solid shot opportunities to fall in crunch time. Knicks jammed in 15 offensive boards, scored 20 second chance points and moved their win/loss record to 15-13.
Wednesday December 14th, 2022: Bulls during last nights bout sustained a tough 120-128 loss in Overtime against the Knicks. The Bulls are sitting in 4th place in the Central Division and are riding two straight losses in a row. The Bulls in the 1st quarter would get off to an 8-0 run as Colby White buried a running three point J, 21-23. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy buckets in transition. Bulls in the 1st shot an overall 40% with 3 turnovers and scored 12 points in the paint. Including 6 points on the fast break. Bulls managed to stretch the floor with good passes and it allowed for open shot opportunities to fall from both ends of field. Also capitalized well when earning a fast break opportunity but have to limit the turnovers. During the 2nd quarter Alex Caruso would bring the Bulls within 7 after knocking in a reverse layin, 52-60.The Bulls capped off the 2nd by shooting 50% from the field while scoring 14 paint points and were held to 0 points on the fast break. That also includes 4 turnivers. Chicago shot the ball much better from the field with most of those points coming inside the paint but struggled on the fast break and turned it over a bit to much. Defensively they couldn't stop the three point shot as they gave up to a ton of open looks and had issues defending the middle of the paint. They simply left to many holes open. Bulls shot 87% from the free throw line, snagged 6 second chance scores and entered the half down 55-64. Entering the 3rd quarter the Bulls would get on a 10-0 run and took their first lead of the night after Vucevic turned in a reverse slam, 77-76. This run was let up by scoring quick in transition and forced multiple defensive stops. Bulls shot 57% from the field and outscored New York 33-28 with 3 turnovers tallied. Bulls in the 3rd seemingly shot the ball with efficiency and attacked the painted area for quality scores but struggled in ball security. In the 4th quarter the Bulls late would tie this bout up after DeRozan with 24 ticks left and in transition would bury a one handed layup, 117-117. Bulls in the 4th shot 58% from the field and scored 10 fast break points with 1 turnover. Bulls punished New York in transition game due to their solid defensive efforts and got shots to drop in crunch time. Heading into Overtime the Bulls only point would come off a DeRozan turning mid range jumper, 119-119. Chicago turned it over 12 times, scored 19 points off the Knicks 18 turns and fell to an 11-16 record. The Bulls offense looked tired during this OT quarter because they struggled to score due to shots not falling in and were shutdown when getting inside the paint. Chicago next time around has to score more than three points if ever in a OT matchup again.
Knicks survive a scare as they knocked off the Bulls in Overtime 128-120. Knicks sit in 3rd place trailing the Celtics by 6.5 games and are atop a 5-Game win streak. Knicks in the 1st would snag a four point lead thanks to Randle hitting a turning mid range jumper, 25-21. Knicks in the 1st quarter shot 40% from deep while outscoring Chicago 29-28 and scored 7 second chance points on 6 offensive rebounds. New York executed on the glass as it led it easy second chance scoring and attacked the paint with ease. Knocks would also dominated from downtown as they got quality shots to fall and moved the ball around well to create open looks. During the 2nd quarter Jalen Brunson from the baseline would knock down a falling mid range jumper, thus going up 60-48. New York through two shot 50% from the floor and scored 12 of their 22 total points down low and 4 points when utilizing second chance scores. New York continued to thrash Chicago inside the paint and performed well on second chance scoring off solid rebounding on the offensive glass. Also earned quality buckets when shooting from the field. Knicks would get their transition game going as well due to the defense forcing stops. Keep note that their paint points were earned by players cutting to the rim and scored easy buckets off quality passes. Boston shot 76% from the free throw line, scored 11 fast break points and walked into halftime leading 64-55. Now in the 3rd quarter the Brunson with 1:41 would spalsh in a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 87-83. Knicks in the 3rd shot an overall 50% and scored 2 points in transition with 6 turnovers added. Along with scoring 2 points in the paint. Don't let this shooting percentage fool you because at the start of this quarter they could barely make a shot and coughed the ball up way to much....it wasn't until the late stages where they finally got buckets to drop. Moving forward New York has to be more efficient when getting to the paint and need to execute better when given a fast break opportunity whike minusing mistakes. We now turn our attentions to 4th, where Grines buried a late three point jumper to give his team a 117-113 lead. Knicks concluded the 4th quarter by shooting 50% from long range and scored 14 of their 40 total points inside the painted area. That'll included 2 turnovers as well. New York did damage from behind the arc as they shot the ball at a high percentage off good looks and did much better at creating scoring opportunities down low. They also hammered Chicago on the glass and it allowed for easy second chance scores. In conclusion, during Overtime the Knicks were on an 11-0 run after Brunson sunk in a stepback three point jumper, 128-119. Knicks ended OT by spotting in 49% from the field while trouncing Chicago 11-3 and scored 2 fast break points. New York in their final 10 minutes won this game by taking care of the ball and getting solid shot opportunities to fall in crunch time. Knicks jammed in 15 offensive boards, scored 20 second chance points and moved their win/loss record to 15-13.
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INJURY UPDATE: Cade Cunningham will be out for the entire season due to needing shin surgery. Unfortunately, Cunningham has not played an active game since last month due to dealing with pain his shin. So he has been hurting for while now. Cade is expecting to make a full recovery by the tine camp of next year rolls around. Cunningham so far this season was averaging 19.9 in points per game while shooting 41% from the field, 6.2 in rebounds per game and a 6.0 in assists.
INJURY UPDATE: Cade Cunningham will be out for the entire season due to needing shin surgery. Unfortunately, Cunningham has not played an active game since last month due to dealing with pain his shin. So he has been hurting for while now. Cade is expecting to make a full recovery by the tine camp of next year rolls around. Cunningham so far this season was averaging 19.9 in points per game while shooting 41% from the field, 6.2 in rebounds per game and a 6.0 in assists.
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Monday December 12th, 2022: Pacers get knocked off by the Heat after suffering an 82-87 loss. Pacers are sitting at .500 on the year and are riding two losses in a row. Buddy Hield late in the 1st quaryer would knock in a step back mid range jumper, 16-24. Pacers through one recorded 40% shooting from the field while going 1 for 9 from deep and scored just 6 points in the paint. Including 6 turnovers. The Pacers simply had their struggles from both ends of floor as shots just didn't want to fall and had issues inside the paint. Including turnovers because that's another thing that hurt them. Then in the 2nd the Pacers would get on a late 10-0 run after Mathurin buried a nicley made layup, 38-45. This run was let off by getting stops and scored when they could. Pacers in the 2nd shot an overall 30% with 1 turnover and scored 6 of their 12 total points in the paint. The Pacers were still having issues getting buckets to go in and were struggling to create open looks but from time to time they are winning on the offensive boards and its leading to quick second chance scores. They've also struggled in the paint due to the middle of the lane being clogged and can't score in transition. Indiana secured 9 team assists, recorded just 3 fast break points and walked into the half trailing 42-47. Now during the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Indiana would get on a 5-0 run after Nembhard sunk in a three point J, thus taking their first lead, 61-59. Pacers in the 3rd were now shooting 23 of 61 from the field and scored 4 of their 7 points on the fast break. Along with adding 10 points in the paint. Pacers this time around shot the ball much better from the field and stretched the floor with good passes while capitalizing in transition. Indiana also did started to execute down low as players were able to cut to the rim and knock in easy buckets. Heading into the 4th. Pacers ended the 4th by 35% from the field with 1 made three and scored 5 fast break points. The Pacers unfortunately missed more shots than they made and when they did score they just matched Miami basket for basket and you can't do that in tight games. Pacers ended the night shooting 26% from downtown, scored 12 second chance points and fell to a 14-14 record.
Bam Adebayo double double leads the Heat to an 87-82 win against the Pacers. Heat are 6-4 through ten games and are sitting in 2nd place in the Southeast Division. Kyle Lowry in the 1st would give the Heat a 6-0 run after burying a finger roll layin, 24-13. This run was set off by scoring easy buckets in transition and forcing quick stops on the defensive end. Heat in the 1st outscored the Pacers 26-19 while shooting an overall 50% and scored 14 points in the paint bit turned it over 4 times. The Heat moved the ball around well to setup high percentage shots both ends of the field and attacked the paint early but struggled a bit in ball protection. Defensively they managed to clog the paint and force tough shots from behind the arc. During the late stages of the 2nd quarter Jimmy Butler would end the Pacers run after hitting a fading mid range jumper off a Martin pass, 47-42. Heat ended the 2nd by shooting 40% from the field with 3 turnovers added and scored 10 of their 24 total points in the paint. The Heat continued to get quality shots to fall from the field off great ball movement and executed well inside the paint. They've also dominated on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scoring yet they still struggled in turnovers. Heat were shooting 85% from the free throw line, scored 6 second chance points and entered halftime leading 47-42. We now turn out attentions to the 3rd quarter with 1:40 left, where Tyler Herro sunk in a three point jumper and tied this game at 62-62. Miami after that, with 35 ticks to go would regain their lead after Oladipo hit a step back three, thus going up 67-64. Heat in the 3rd shot 38% from the field and scored 10 points in the paint with 1 turnover tallied. Heat did most of their damage inside the paint but other than that they struggled to knock down shots and had second chance opportunities eliminated. In the 4th quarter Miami started to pull away late as they got off to a 7-0 run by Jimmy Butler hitting a fading mid range J, 84-77. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and it allowed for easy points in transition. Heat sealed the 4th by shooting 38% from the field and turned it over 5 times. Heat simply won this game by getting shots to fall in crunch time and got the defensive stops that they needed to make. Moving forward Miami has to limit mistakes because next time they won't be so lucky when versing a good team. Miami turned in 23 team assists, secured 8 second chance points and improved to a 13-15 record.
Monday December 12th, 2022: Pacers get knocked off by the Heat after suffering an 82-87 loss. Pacers are sitting at .500 on the year and are riding two losses in a row. Buddy Hield late in the 1st quaryer would knock in a step back mid range jumper, 16-24. Pacers through one recorded 40% shooting from the field while going 1 for 9 from deep and scored just 6 points in the paint. Including 6 turnovers. The Pacers simply had their struggles from both ends of floor as shots just didn't want to fall and had issues inside the paint. Including turnovers because that's another thing that hurt them. Then in the 2nd the Pacers would get on a late 10-0 run after Mathurin buried a nicley made layup, 38-45. This run was let off by getting stops and scored when they could. Pacers in the 2nd shot an overall 30% with 1 turnover and scored 6 of their 12 total points in the paint. The Pacers were still having issues getting buckets to go in and were struggling to create open looks but from time to time they are winning on the offensive boards and its leading to quick second chance scores. They've also struggled in the paint due to the middle of the lane being clogged and can't score in transition. Indiana secured 9 team assists, recorded just 3 fast break points and walked into the half trailing 42-47. Now during the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Indiana would get on a 5-0 run after Nembhard sunk in a three point J, thus taking their first lead, 61-59. Pacers in the 3rd were now shooting 23 of 61 from the field and scored 4 of their 7 points on the fast break. Along with adding 10 points in the paint. Pacers this time around shot the ball much better from the field and stretched the floor with good passes while capitalizing in transition. Indiana also did started to execute down low as players were able to cut to the rim and knock in easy buckets. Heading into the 4th. Pacers ended the 4th by 35% from the field with 1 made three and scored 5 fast break points. The Pacers unfortunately missed more shots than they made and when they did score they just matched Miami basket for basket and you can't do that in tight games. Pacers ended the night shooting 26% from downtown, scored 12 second chance points and fell to a 14-14 record.
Bam Adebayo double double leads the Heat to an 87-82 win against the Pacers. Heat are 6-4 through ten games and are sitting in 2nd place in the Southeast Division. Kyle Lowry in the 1st would give the Heat a 6-0 run after burying a finger roll layin, 24-13. This run was set off by scoring easy buckets in transition and forcing quick stops on the defensive end. Heat in the 1st outscored the Pacers 26-19 while shooting an overall 50% and scored 14 points in the paint bit turned it over 4 times. The Heat moved the ball around well to setup high percentage shots both ends of the field and attacked the paint early but struggled a bit in ball protection. Defensively they managed to clog the paint and force tough shots from behind the arc. During the late stages of the 2nd quarter Jimmy Butler would end the Pacers run after hitting a fading mid range jumper off a Martin pass, 47-42. Heat ended the 2nd by shooting 40% from the field with 3 turnovers added and scored 10 of their 24 total points in the paint. The Heat continued to get quality shots to fall from the field off great ball movement and executed well inside the paint. They've also dominated on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scoring yet they still struggled in turnovers. Heat were shooting 85% from the free throw line, scored 6 second chance points and entered halftime leading 47-42. We now turn out attentions to the 3rd quarter with 1:40 left, where Tyler Herro sunk in a three point jumper and tied this game at 62-62. Miami after that, with 35 ticks to go would regain their lead after Oladipo hit a step back three, thus going up 67-64. Heat in the 3rd shot 38% from the field and scored 10 points in the paint with 1 turnover tallied. Heat did most of their damage inside the paint but other than that they struggled to knock down shots and had second chance opportunities eliminated. In the 4th quarter Miami started to pull away late as they got off to a 7-0 run by Jimmy Butler hitting a fading mid range J, 84-77. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and it allowed for easy points in transition. Heat sealed the 4th by shooting 38% from the field and turned it over 5 times. Heat simply won this game by getting shots to fall in crunch time and got the defensive stops that they needed to make. Moving forward Miami has to limit mistakes because next time they won't be so lucky when versing a good team. Miami turned in 23 team assists, secured 8 second chance points and improved to a 13-15 record.
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Celtics in NBA Finals rematch get dealt 107-123 against the Warriors. This defeat sends Boston to their sixth loss of the year and still sit atop the Eastern Conference. Boston late in the 1st would come within two after Malcom Brogdon buried a step back mid range jumper, 21-23. Celtics in the 1st shot an overall 40% whike scoring 8 poimts in the paint and turned it over just once. The Celtics rotated the ball around well in order to create solid shot opportunities and dominated inside the paint after players cut to the rim for easy buckets. A quarter later in the 2nd Boston would come climb within six after Brown knocked down a step back mid range J off Marcus Smart pass, 48-54. Boston through two shot 50% from the field while scoring 6 fast break points and turned it over just once. Also punished Golden State down low. The Celtics at this point in time were contintinuing to execute in paint points and capitalized on fast break opportunities but needs to shoot the ball better when going downtown after the Warriors defense forced missed shots and eliminated open looks. Celtics scored 28 total points in the paint, shot 30% from downtown and entered halftime behind 63-68. In the 3rd quarter Boston would cut the Warriors lead down to three after Brown powered to the rim for a nicley made layup, 73-76. Boston ended the 3rd by shooting 46% from the field with 1 turnover tallied and scored 8 points down low. Celtics got simple shots to fall in from the field and attacked the paint effectively while rarely turning it over but were slowed down from long distance as they couldn't get a basket to drop. We now turn our attentions to the halfway mark of the 4th quarter as Jaylen Brown sunk in a three point jumper but trailed 97-105. Boston in the 4th got 45% of their shots to fall from the field while scoring 2 points in the paint and turned it over 7 times. Boston managed to space the floor out with nice passes and it allowed for shots to fall from the field but struggled on the deep ball and were limited insode the paint. Celtics unfortunately lost bout after matching Golden State basket for basket in crunch time and had poor ball protection. Celtics in the 4th got outscored 28-24, shot 30% from deep and slipped to a 21-6 record.
Warriors offensive onslaught carries them to a 123-107 win against the Celtics. Warriors snag 14th win of the year and are ine game under .500. Klay Thompson in the 1st quarter with 3:13 to go would dial in a fading mid rnage junper, 23-18. Warriors in the 1st shot 42% from the field and 23% when going downtown but scored 12 points in the paint. Including 9 second chance points. Warriors were able to generate quality shots from the field and executed early from inside the paint. Warriors also dominated the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scoring but struggled from deep due to the Celtics closing out and forcing tough shots. Then in the 2nd quarter Klay Thompson would hit a pullup mid range jumper to give the Warriors a 60-50 lead. Warriors in the 2nd recorded 50% from the field and scored 6 of their 16 total points in the paint yet they turned it over 5 times. Golden State seemingly frustrated Boston from downtown with 7 made three's and executed even better from the field, as they dominated inside the painted area. However, the Warriors were limited on second chance scoring and performed poorly on fast break opportunities. They also have to limit mistakes moving forwards because that's another thing that really slowed their offense down. Warriors scored 11 second chance points, dished in 13 team assists and slipped into halftime leading 68-63. Later on in the 3rd Jordan Poole in transition off a Marcus Smart missed three would spot in a one handed slam, thus going up 84-74. Warriors in the 3rd shot 50% from the field with most of their opportunities coming in the paint as they scored 12 points yet they gave the ball up 5 times. Warriors opened up the paint by players splitting the defense and exploting the middle of the lane for easy buckets and domianted in transition. They just need to find way to eliminate silly mistakes. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Curry would splash in a three point jumper off a Draymind Green setup pass, 114-99. Golden State shot 51% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 10 points in the paint. Warriors simply got quality buckets to fall from ends of the floor and had good execution when getting to the paint. Keep note that the Warriors created open looks by setting each other up with good passes and utilized solid screens. Warriors shot 73%from the free throw line, 38 total points in the paint and improved to a 14-13 record.
Celtics in NBA Finals rematch get dealt 107-123 against the Warriors. This defeat sends Boston to their sixth loss of the year and still sit atop the Eastern Conference. Boston late in the 1st would come within two after Malcom Brogdon buried a step back mid range jumper, 21-23. Celtics in the 1st shot an overall 40% whike scoring 8 poimts in the paint and turned it over just once. The Celtics rotated the ball around well in order to create solid shot opportunities and dominated inside the paint after players cut to the rim for easy buckets. A quarter later in the 2nd Boston would come climb within six after Brown knocked down a step back mid range J off Marcus Smart pass, 48-54. Boston through two shot 50% from the field while scoring 6 fast break points and turned it over just once. Also punished Golden State down low. The Celtics at this point in time were contintinuing to execute in paint points and capitalized on fast break opportunities but needs to shoot the ball better when going downtown after the Warriors defense forced missed shots and eliminated open looks. Celtics scored 28 total points in the paint, shot 30% from downtown and entered halftime behind 63-68. In the 3rd quarter Boston would cut the Warriors lead down to three after Brown powered to the rim for a nicley made layup, 73-76. Boston ended the 3rd by shooting 46% from the field with 1 turnover tallied and scored 8 points down low. Celtics got simple shots to fall in from the field and attacked the paint effectively while rarely turning it over but were slowed down from long distance as they couldn't get a basket to drop. We now turn our attentions to the halfway mark of the 4th quarter as Jaylen Brown sunk in a three point jumper but trailed 97-105. Boston in the 4th got 45% of their shots to fall from the field while scoring 2 points in the paint and turned it over 7 times. Boston managed to space the floor out with nice passes and it allowed for shots to fall from the field but struggled on the deep ball and were limited insode the paint. Celtics unfortunately lost bout after matching Golden State basket for basket in crunch time and had poor ball protection. Celtics in the 4th got outscored 28-24, shot 30% from deep and slipped to a 21-6 record.
Warriors offensive onslaught carries them to a 123-107 win against the Celtics. Warriors snag 14th win of the year and are ine game under .500. Klay Thompson in the 1st quarter with 3:13 to go would dial in a fading mid rnage junper, 23-18. Warriors in the 1st shot 42% from the field and 23% when going downtown but scored 12 points in the paint. Including 9 second chance points. Warriors were able to generate quality shots from the field and executed early from inside the paint. Warriors also dominated the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance scoring but struggled from deep due to the Celtics closing out and forcing tough shots. Then in the 2nd quarter Klay Thompson would hit a pullup mid range jumper to give the Warriors a 60-50 lead. Warriors in the 2nd recorded 50% from the field and scored 6 of their 16 total points in the paint yet they turned it over 5 times. Golden State seemingly frustrated Boston from downtown with 7 made three's and executed even better from the field, as they dominated inside the painted area. However, the Warriors were limited on second chance scoring and performed poorly on fast break opportunities. They also have to limit mistakes moving forwards because that's another thing that really slowed their offense down. Warriors scored 11 second chance points, dished in 13 team assists and slipped into halftime leading 68-63. Later on in the 3rd Jordan Poole in transition off a Marcus Smart missed three would spot in a one handed slam, thus going up 84-74. Warriors in the 3rd shot 50% from the field with most of their opportunities coming in the paint as they scored 12 points yet they gave the ball up 5 times. Warriors opened up the paint by players splitting the defense and exploting the middle of the lane for easy buckets and domianted in transition. They just need to find way to eliminate silly mistakes. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Curry would splash in a three point jumper off a Draymind Green setup pass, 114-99. Golden State shot 51% from the field with 5 made three's and tallied 10 points in the paint. Warriors simply got quality buckets to fall from ends of the floor and had good execution when getting to the paint. Keep note that the Warriors created open looks by setting each other up with good passes and utilized solid screens. Warriors shot 73%from the free throw line, 38 total points in the paint and improved to a 14-13 record.
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Friday December 9th, 2022: In Overtime the Lakers get thumped by the 76ers after going down 122-133. Lakers fall to three losses in a row and sit in 13th place throughout the Western Conference. LeBron James late in the 1st would spot in a three point jumper to bring the Lakers within 9, 17-26. The Lakers shot 36% from the field and 44% when going downtown while scoring 6 points in the paint with 5 turnovers. Lakers struggled to shoot from the field and had poor ball security but managed to do most of their damage from deep as they created open looks off good rotation and it allowed for quakity scoring opportunities. Then during the 2nd quarter the Lakers caught fire. After getting off to a 13-2 run as Austin Reaves buried a mid range jumper, 33-33. Lakes run was created by forcing quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition. Few possessions later LA woukd would earn a 6-0 run after Reaves cut to the rim for a nicley made layup, 44-38. This run was let off by forcing quick turnovers and it led to easy points in transition. Lakers capped off the 2nd by shooting an overall 50% with only 2 turnovers and scored 14 of theor 20 total points in the paint. Including 14 total points when in transition. Lakers this time around shot the ball better from both ends of the floor and were effective inside the paint. Lakers simply moved the ball well and it allowed for the lanes to open up down low. Lakers were 8 of 17 from dowrown, outscored Philadelphia 39-30 and entered halftime down 59-61. In the 3rd quarter Westbrook would toss up an alley oop pass to James who hammered down a nicley made slam, 79-82. Lakers in quarter 3 scored 7 fast break points whike shooting 52% from the field and tallied 16 points in the paint. Lakers were contintinuing to get solid shots to fall from the field and exploited the Sixers by scoring an abundance of points when in transition but were slowed down by turning it over one to many times. As well as capitalizing with points in the paint. We now turn our attentions to the halfway mark of the 4th quarter LA would get on a 13-2 run after James buried a finflger roll layin and got fouoed in the process to make this a three point play, 110-115. Lakers in the 4th got 55% of their shots to drop from the field and scored 20 points in the paint but gave the ball up 8 times. Along with adding 11 fast break points. Keep note that LA forced OT by Davis hitting a clutch free throw. LA got solid shots to go in from the field and domianted the transition game off quality defensive stops but still had to many turnovers. Transitioning into OT the Lakers only points would come off Beverly hitting a reverse layin, 122-132. LA in OT shot 50% from the field while getting outsocred 13-2 and were held to 0 fast break points. Lakers unfortunately were shutdown in the shooting department. I mean they couldn't buy a basket to save their life and had poor execution when on the fast break. Lakers scores 32 total points when earning a fast break, utilized 19 turnovers and fell to a 10-15 record.
The 76ers knocked off the surging Lakers by snagging a 133-122 Overtime win. Sixers are one game above .500 and are 5th in the Eastern Conference. Sixers in the 1st quarter got off to an 11-0 run after Embiid sunk in a running layup, 21-12. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy points on the fast break. Sixers in one shot 54% from the field while scoring 16 points in the paint and turned it over 5 times. Philly tormented LA from the field as they got simple mid range shots to drop and attacked the painted area early. Philly did a great job of creating open gaps down low off excellent ball movement and shot the ball efficiently but have to minus the mistakes moving forward. Defensively they allowed nothing easy for LA as they limited their three point shooting and clogged the middle of lane when defending the paint. During the 2nd quarter Philly would regain their lead midway in as Thybulle with 28 seconds knocked in a three point jumper, 61-58. Sixers managed to create defensive stops by forcing multiple missed shots and got easy buckets on the other end. Sixers through two shot 50% from downtown and scored 12 points in the paint but gave the ball up 3 times. Philadelphia continuted to shoot the ball efficiently from the field and got the deep ball to go in as well due to players getting open and knocking down quality shot opportunities. Also executed well when given a fast break chance due the defense making critical stops. Speaking of the defense they need to handle the paint better because they got thrashed in that area after giving up way to many points and struggled to defend from deep. Philly also needs to find ways to stop LA from gaining big runs. Sixers forced 5 team steals, scored 28 total points in the paint and slipped into the half leading 61-59. Entering the 3rd quarter Sixers were off to an 11-0 run after Thybulle splashed in a three point J, 93-79. Sixers took off by forcing quick stops on defense and capitalized in transition. Sixers in the 3rd shot 52% from the field and showed teamwork with terrific ball movement but coughed the ball up 3 out of their 10 total times and tallied only 6 points in the paint. Philadelphia lit it up from the field as they moved the ball up court at a fast pace and found the open man for quality scoring chances. However, they struggled to score paint points and couldn't keep the turnover rate low. Now in latter parts of the 4th quarter Melton would end the Lakers run after hitting a three pointer, 118-110. The 76ers in the 4th got 51% of their shots to drop from the field and scored 10 points down low with 9 made three's. Sixers in crunch time got the necessary shots to go in weather it was from deep or from the field and had solid executon inside the paint. Sixers one downside was that they had poor ball protection and it was all night. Luckily they had a defense who made consecutive stops in a row. In conclusion, during Overtime would get off to a 12-0 run as Harden dropped in a pullup mid range J, 129-120. Quick stops and easy buckets is what set this run off. Sixers in OT shot 53% from the field while scoring 5 fast break points and turned it over 0 times. The Sixers fisihed off LA by knocking down quality shots on good looks and executed well in transition. Sixers ended with 45% from deep, tallied 16 fast break points and piled their record to 13-12.
Friday December 9th, 2022: In Overtime the Lakers get thumped by the 76ers after going down 122-133. Lakers fall to three losses in a row and sit in 13th place throughout the Western Conference. LeBron James late in the 1st would spot in a three point jumper to bring the Lakers within 9, 17-26. The Lakers shot 36% from the field and 44% when going downtown while scoring 6 points in the paint with 5 turnovers. Lakers struggled to shoot from the field and had poor ball security but managed to do most of their damage from deep as they created open looks off good rotation and it allowed for quakity scoring opportunities. Then during the 2nd quarter the Lakers caught fire. After getting off to a 13-2 run as Austin Reaves buried a mid range jumper, 33-33. Lakes run was created by forcing quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition. Few possessions later LA woukd would earn a 6-0 run after Reaves cut to the rim for a nicley made layup, 44-38. This run was let off by forcing quick turnovers and it led to easy points in transition. Lakers capped off the 2nd by shooting an overall 50% with only 2 turnovers and scored 14 of theor 20 total points in the paint. Including 14 total points when in transition. Lakers this time around shot the ball better from both ends of the floor and were effective inside the paint. Lakers simply moved the ball well and it allowed for the lanes to open up down low. Lakers were 8 of 17 from dowrown, outscored Philadelphia 39-30 and entered halftime down 59-61. In the 3rd quarter Westbrook would toss up an alley oop pass to James who hammered down a nicley made slam, 79-82. Lakers in quarter 3 scored 7 fast break points whike shooting 52% from the field and tallied 16 points in the paint. Lakers were contintinuing to get solid shots to fall from the field and exploited the Sixers by scoring an abundance of points when in transition but were slowed down by turning it over one to many times. As well as capitalizing with points in the paint. We now turn our attentions to the halfway mark of the 4th quarter LA would get on a 13-2 run after James buried a finflger roll layin and got fouoed in the process to make this a three point play, 110-115. Lakers in the 4th got 55% of their shots to drop from the field and scored 20 points in the paint but gave the ball up 8 times. Along with adding 11 fast break points. Keep note that LA forced OT by Davis hitting a clutch free throw. LA got solid shots to go in from the field and domianted the transition game off quality defensive stops but still had to many turnovers. Transitioning into OT the Lakers only points would come off Beverly hitting a reverse layin, 122-132. LA in OT shot 50% from the field while getting outsocred 13-2 and were held to 0 fast break points. Lakers unfortunately were shutdown in the shooting department. I mean they couldn't buy a basket to save their life and had poor execution when on the fast break. Lakers scores 32 total points when earning a fast break, utilized 19 turnovers and fell to a 10-15 record.
The 76ers knocked off the surging Lakers by snagging a 133-122 Overtime win. Sixers are one game above .500 and are 5th in the Eastern Conference. Sixers in the 1st quarter got off to an 11-0 run after Embiid sunk in a running layup, 21-12. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy points on the fast break. Sixers in one shot 54% from the field while scoring 16 points in the paint and turned it over 5 times. Philly tormented LA from the field as they got simple mid range shots to drop and attacked the painted area early. Philly did a great job of creating open gaps down low off excellent ball movement and shot the ball efficiently but have to minus the mistakes moving forward. Defensively they allowed nothing easy for LA as they limited their three point shooting and clogged the middle of lane when defending the paint. During the 2nd quarter Philly would regain their lead midway in as Thybulle with 28 seconds knocked in a three point jumper, 61-58. Sixers managed to create defensive stops by forcing multiple missed shots and got easy buckets on the other end. Sixers through two shot 50% from downtown and scored 12 points in the paint but gave the ball up 3 times. Philadelphia continuted to shoot the ball efficiently from the field and got the deep ball to go in as well due to players getting open and knocking down quality shot opportunities. Also executed well when given a fast break chance due the defense making critical stops. Speaking of the defense they need to handle the paint better because they got thrashed in that area after giving up way to many points and struggled to defend from deep. Philly also needs to find ways to stop LA from gaining big runs. Sixers forced 5 team steals, scored 28 total points in the paint and slipped into the half leading 61-59. Entering the 3rd quarter Sixers were off to an 11-0 run after Thybulle splashed in a three point J, 93-79. Sixers took off by forcing quick stops on defense and capitalized in transition. Sixers in the 3rd shot 52% from the field and showed teamwork with terrific ball movement but coughed the ball up 3 out of their 10 total times and tallied only 6 points in the paint. Philadelphia lit it up from the field as they moved the ball up court at a fast pace and found the open man for quality scoring chances. However, they struggled to score paint points and couldn't keep the turnover rate low. Now in latter parts of the 4th quarter Melton would end the Lakers run after hitting a three pointer, 118-110. The 76ers in the 4th got 51% of their shots to drop from the field and scored 10 points down low with 9 made three's. Sixers in crunch time got the necessary shots to go in weather it was from deep or from the field and had solid executon inside the paint. Sixers one downside was that they had poor ball protection and it was all night. Luckily they had a defense who made consecutive stops in a row. In conclusion, during Overtime would get off to a 12-0 run as Harden dropped in a pullup mid range J, 129-120. Quick stops and easy buckets is what set this run off. Sixers in OT shot 53% from the field while scoring 5 fast break points and turned it over 0 times. The Sixers fisihed off LA by knocking down quality shots on good looks and executed well in transition. Sixers ended with 45% from deep, tallied 16 fast break points and piled their record to 13-12.
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Wednesday December 7th, 2022: Randle's 34 points and 17 boards were enough to lead the Knicks past the Hawks by a score of 113-89. This gives the Knicks their 2nd straight win in a row and are one game under .500. Julius Randle in the 1st quarter woukd knock in a turning mod range fade, 27-15. Knicks shot 50% from the field while scoring 10 points down low and recorded a 0 turnovers. Also shot 66% from deep. Knicks were getting shots to fall at a high percentage and attacked the paint for easy buckets. New York were also capitalizing on second chance opportunities off solid offensive rebounding. A quarter later in 2nd Quickley would cut to the rim for a nicley made layup, thus going up 45-37. Knicks in the 2nd shot an overall 40% while scoring 10 of their 20 total points in the paint and added 3 second chance points but turned it over 4 times. Knicks by this point were hurting Atlanta from deep as they did a nice job of creating open looks off solid ball movement and attacked the paint well but have to limit the mistakes moving forward. Also domianted second chance scoring. Defensively New York shutdown long distance after closing out and forcing tough shots. Knicks were 9 for 9 from the free throw line, snagged 7 total second chance points and entered halftime leading 53-41. Entering the midway point of the 3rd quarter Julius Randle would drop in a three point jumper off a Quickley pass, 86-63. Knicks were also off to a 6-0 run by forcing quick stops and scoring easy points in transition. Knicks through three scored 7 second chance points and shot an overall 40% with only 1 turnover. As well as adding 6 points in the paint. Knicks got solid shots to drop weather it was from the field or when going deep and executed second chance opportunities but struggled in the paint due to Atlanta clogging open lanes. In the end, during the late stages of the 4th quarter Grimes off a McBrode pass would drop in three point jumper, 104-78. New York in the 4th shot an overall 40% while securing key offensive rebounds and it led to 6 second chance scores. Knicks were very much dominate in thus close out quarter as they shot the ball efficiently well and and hammered Atlanta on the offensive glass for easy second chance opportunities. They also executed in the paint and capitalized in transition. Keep note that the Knicks shot 40% or higher the entire night. As for their defense they continuted to eliminate three point shots and forced an abundance of turnovers. Knicks hauled in 13 offensive rebounds, defense forced 6 steals and improved to a 12-13 record.
The Hawks get thumped by the Knicks after getting dealt an 89-113 loss. Hawks fall one game under. 500 and Bogadanovic late in the 1st would hit a pullup mid range jumper to bring the Hawks within ten,17-27. Hawks in one shot 34% from the field and 11% when going deep while scoring 14 points in the paint. Including 2 turnovers. Hawks were struggling to find their shots from both ends of the floor but capitalized well on second chance scoring and executed inside the paint. Then in the 2nd quarter Atlanta would get off to an 11-0 run after Aaron Holiday sunk in a driving layin, 31-38. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and easy points in transition. Hawks in the 2nd shot 37% from the field with 4 turnovers tallied and scored 12 of their 28 points in the panited area. Along with scoring 5 second chance points. Atlanta struggled from the field in terms of knocking down mid range shots and gave the ball up to much but executed in the paint off great rotation and capitalized on second chance opportunities. Hawks scored 10 second chance points, shot 11% from downtown and walked into halftime trailing 41-53. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter where Trae Young buried a mid range floater but Atlanta still trailed 61-76. Hawks ended the 3rd by shooting 39% from the field with 2 turnovers and scored 14 points inside the paint. Hawks just a bit were able to bump up their shooting percentage due to knocking down quality shot opportunities and continued their domiance down low. The points in the paint were coming off everyone finding open lanes and cutting to the basket. Now in the 4th quarter Aaron Holiday would knock down a three point jumper to bring the Hawks within 21, 76-97. Hawks in the 4th 37% from the field and theoughout the entire night turned it over 11 tines. Including 16% from long range. Hawks unfortunately lost this matchup due to the lack of shooting as shots weren't falling in and all night had their fast break opportunities eliminated. Including poor ball security but for the most part they did damage in the paint. Hawks scored 12 second chance points, 46 points in the paint and fell to a 12-13 record.
Wednesday December 7th, 2022: Randle's 34 points and 17 boards were enough to lead the Knicks past the Hawks by a score of 113-89. This gives the Knicks their 2nd straight win in a row and are one game under .500. Julius Randle in the 1st quarter woukd knock in a turning mod range fade, 27-15. Knicks shot 50% from the field while scoring 10 points down low and recorded a 0 turnovers. Also shot 66% from deep. Knicks were getting shots to fall at a high percentage and attacked the paint for easy buckets. New York were also capitalizing on second chance opportunities off solid offensive rebounding. A quarter later in 2nd Quickley would cut to the rim for a nicley made layup, thus going up 45-37. Knicks in the 2nd shot an overall 40% while scoring 10 of their 20 total points in the paint and added 3 second chance points but turned it over 4 times. Knicks by this point were hurting Atlanta from deep as they did a nice job of creating open looks off solid ball movement and attacked the paint well but have to limit the mistakes moving forward. Also domianted second chance scoring. Defensively New York shutdown long distance after closing out and forcing tough shots. Knicks were 9 for 9 from the free throw line, snagged 7 total second chance points and entered halftime leading 53-41. Entering the midway point of the 3rd quarter Julius Randle would drop in a three point jumper off a Quickley pass, 86-63. Knicks were also off to a 6-0 run by forcing quick stops and scoring easy points in transition. Knicks through three scored 7 second chance points and shot an overall 40% with only 1 turnover. As well as adding 6 points in the paint. Knicks got solid shots to drop weather it was from the field or when going deep and executed second chance opportunities but struggled in the paint due to Atlanta clogging open lanes. In the end, during the late stages of the 4th quarter Grimes off a McBrode pass would drop in three point jumper, 104-78. New York in the 4th shot an overall 40% while securing key offensive rebounds and it led to 6 second chance scores. Knicks were very much dominate in thus close out quarter as they shot the ball efficiently well and and hammered Atlanta on the offensive glass for easy second chance opportunities. They also executed in the paint and capitalized in transition. Keep note that the Knicks shot 40% or higher the entire night. As for their defense they continuted to eliminate three point shots and forced an abundance of turnovers. Knicks hauled in 13 offensive rebounds, defense forced 6 steals and improved to a 12-13 record.
The Hawks get thumped by the Knicks after getting dealt an 89-113 loss. Hawks fall one game under. 500 and Bogadanovic late in the 1st would hit a pullup mid range jumper to bring the Hawks within ten,17-27. Hawks in one shot 34% from the field and 11% when going deep while scoring 14 points in the paint. Including 2 turnovers. Hawks were struggling to find their shots from both ends of the floor but capitalized well on second chance scoring and executed inside the paint. Then in the 2nd quarter Atlanta would get off to an 11-0 run after Aaron Holiday sunk in a driving layin, 31-38. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and easy points in transition. Hawks in the 2nd shot 37% from the field with 4 turnovers tallied and scored 12 of their 28 points in the panited area. Along with scoring 5 second chance points. Atlanta struggled from the field in terms of knocking down mid range shots and gave the ball up to much but executed in the paint off great rotation and capitalized on second chance opportunities. Hawks scored 10 second chance points, shot 11% from downtown and walked into halftime trailing 41-53. We now turn our attentions to the 3rd quarter where Trae Young buried a mid range floater but Atlanta still trailed 61-76. Hawks ended the 3rd by shooting 39% from the field with 2 turnovers and scored 14 points inside the paint. Hawks just a bit were able to bump up their shooting percentage due to knocking down quality shot opportunities and continued their domiance down low. The points in the paint were coming off everyone finding open lanes and cutting to the basket. Now in the 4th quarter Aaron Holiday would knock down a three point jumper to bring the Hawks within 21, 76-97. Hawks in the 4th 37% from the field and theoughout the entire night turned it over 11 tines. Including 16% from long range. Hawks unfortunately lost this matchup due to the lack of shooting as shots weren't falling in and all night had their fast break opportunities eliminated. Including poor ball security but for the most part they did damage in the paint. Hawks scored 12 second chance points, 46 points in the paint and fell to a 12-13 record.
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Tuesday December 6th, 2022: Cavaliers spoil LeBron's return by thumping the Lakers 116-102. This moves the Cavs to their 16th win of the year and are 7-3 in ten games. Cavaliers in the 1st quarter ended the Lakers 8-0 run after Jarrett Allen from inside thebpaint turned in a nicely made layup, 21-17. Cavs in the first 12 minutes scored while shooting 56% from the field and gave it up twice. Cavaliers early were getting quality shots to fall from the field and opened up lanes to the paint with good ball movement. Cavs were simply getting players to cut to the rim for easy buckets. During the late stages of the 2nd quarter Cleveland would get off to a 6-0 run after Mitchell drove himself to the rim for beauty if a layup, 50-47. Cavs capped off quarter 2 by outscoring LA 30-23 while shooting 53% from the field and scored 20 of their 34 points in the paint. Including 2 turnovers and 20% from long distance. Cavaliers continuted to hammer LA inside the paint and rotated the ball well to create open looks from the field but need to shoot better from long range as they've made only 2 up this point. Cavs scored 7 second chance points, secured 4 steals and entered halftime leading 57-49. Later on in the 3rd quarter Mitchell would force a steal off Austin Reaves before getting out in transition and hammering down a one handed slam, 79-70. Cleveland in three knocked down 50% from the field and scored 20 points down low with 3 turnovers. Cavs were continuing to shoot the ball from the field with consistency and were executing well in transition. They've also punished LA in the paint by creating open paths and scored a ton of points. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Donovan Mitchell would add the knockout punch after burying a late step back three pointer, 110-98. Cavs in the 4th shot 52% from the field while talliying 14 of their 70 total points in the painted area and secured 10 points in transition. Cleveland in this quarter alone hammered LA inside the paint and capitalized on almost every fast break opportunity. Also shot the ball well in crunch time. Over on the defensive side they pressured LA with quick steals and shutdown three point opportunities. Cavs scored 15 total second chance points, defense forced 11 steals and improved to a 16-9 record.
Lakers get steamrolled by the Cavaliers after going down 102-116. This defeat drops the Lakers to their 13th loss of the season and are three games beneath .500. LA in the 1st were in a 10-0 run after Thomas Bryant buried a three point jumper, thus giving the Lakers a 24-21 lead. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy baskets in transition. Lakers in the 1st shot 40% from the floor with only 1 turnovers added and scored 12 points down low. Lakers like the Cavs were getting good shot opportunities from the field and executed in the paint effectively. Lakers have also done a nice job of keeping the turnovers to a low and dominated transition points. Defensively they managed to hold Cleveland 1 for 7 from deep due to solid closing out and forced tough shots. Then in the 2nd quarter Lonnie Walker would spot in a mid range jumper to extend the Lakers lead to 45-42. Lakers in the 2nd scored 14 of their 26 total points in the paint with four turnovers and shot 44% from the field. Lakers were killing Cleveland in transition off solid defensive stops and attacked the paint but were becoming careless with the ball and couldn't get a three to drop. Lakers behind the arc couldn't get open with contested shots being forced. LA shot 15% from downtown, earned 4 second chance points and walked into the half down 49-57. A quarter later during the 3rd LA would take their first lead since the 1st after Reaves hit a pullup mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 82-81. Lakers ended the 3rd by shooting 44% and scored 12 second chance points but coughed the ball up six times. Lakers by this point of the matchup were domianting the offensive glass and it led to easy second chance scoring. Along with capitalizing on fast break opportunities but were killing themselves by turning it over way to much. Now in the 4th quarter Toscano Amderson would dial up a driving layin, 100-113. LA in the 4th shot 42% from the field while getting outscored 31-19 and went 16% from downtown. LA kept Cleveland on their heels by attacking the paint with a ton of scoring and executed on fast break chances but gave the ball up one to many times and struggled to shoot in crunch time. Lakers turned in 23 second chance points, scored 52 points in the paint and slipped to a 10-13 record.
Tuesday December 6th, 2022: Cavaliers spoil LeBron's return by thumping the Lakers 116-102. This moves the Cavs to their 16th win of the year and are 7-3 in ten games. Cavaliers in the 1st quarter ended the Lakers 8-0 run after Jarrett Allen from inside thebpaint turned in a nicely made layup, 21-17. Cavs in the first 12 minutes scored while shooting 56% from the field and gave it up twice. Cavaliers early were getting quality shots to fall from the field and opened up lanes to the paint with good ball movement. Cavs were simply getting players to cut to the rim for easy buckets. During the late stages of the 2nd quarter Cleveland would get off to a 6-0 run after Mitchell drove himself to the rim for beauty if a layup, 50-47. Cavs capped off quarter 2 by outscoring LA 30-23 while shooting 53% from the field and scored 20 of their 34 points in the paint. Including 2 turnovers and 20% from long distance. Cavaliers continuted to hammer LA inside the paint and rotated the ball well to create open looks from the field but need to shoot better from long range as they've made only 2 up this point. Cavs scored 7 second chance points, secured 4 steals and entered halftime leading 57-49. Later on in the 3rd quarter Mitchell would force a steal off Austin Reaves before getting out in transition and hammering down a one handed slam, 79-70. Cleveland in three knocked down 50% from the field and scored 20 points down low with 3 turnovers. Cavs were continuing to shoot the ball from the field with consistency and were executing well in transition. They've also punished LA in the paint by creating open paths and scored a ton of points. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Donovan Mitchell would add the knockout punch after burying a late step back three pointer, 110-98. Cavs in the 4th shot 52% from the field while talliying 14 of their 70 total points in the painted area and secured 10 points in transition. Cleveland in this quarter alone hammered LA inside the paint and capitalized on almost every fast break opportunity. Also shot the ball well in crunch time. Over on the defensive side they pressured LA with quick steals and shutdown three point opportunities. Cavs scored 15 total second chance points, defense forced 11 steals and improved to a 16-9 record.
Lakers get steamrolled by the Cavaliers after going down 102-116. This defeat drops the Lakers to their 13th loss of the season and are three games beneath .500. LA in the 1st were in a 10-0 run after Thomas Bryant buried a three point jumper, thus giving the Lakers a 24-21 lead. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy baskets in transition. Lakers in the 1st shot 40% from the floor with only 1 turnovers added and scored 12 points down low. Lakers like the Cavs were getting good shot opportunities from the field and executed in the paint effectively. Lakers have also done a nice job of keeping the turnovers to a low and dominated transition points. Defensively they managed to hold Cleveland 1 for 7 from deep due to solid closing out and forced tough shots. Then in the 2nd quarter Lonnie Walker would spot in a mid range jumper to extend the Lakers lead to 45-42. Lakers in the 2nd scored 14 of their 26 total points in the paint with four turnovers and shot 44% from the field. Lakers were killing Cleveland in transition off solid defensive stops and attacked the paint but were becoming careless with the ball and couldn't get a three to drop. Lakers behind the arc couldn't get open with contested shots being forced. LA shot 15% from downtown, earned 4 second chance points and walked into the half down 49-57. A quarter later during the 3rd LA would take their first lead since the 1st after Reaves hit a pullup mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 82-81. Lakers ended the 3rd by shooting 44% and scored 12 second chance points but coughed the ball up six times. Lakers by this point of the matchup were domianting the offensive glass and it led to easy second chance scoring. Along with capitalizing on fast break opportunities but were killing themselves by turning it over way to much. Now in the 4th quarter Toscano Amderson would dial up a driving layin, 100-113. LA in the 4th shot 42% from the field while getting outscored 31-19 and went 16% from downtown. LA kept Cleveland on their heels by attacking the paint with a ton of scoring and executed on fast break chances but gave the ball up one to many times and struggled to shoot in crunch time. Lakers turned in 23 second chance points, scored 52 points in the paint and slipped to a 10-13 record.
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Monday December 5th, 2022: The struggling Magic get thumped 102-109 when versing the Bucks. This defeat sends Orlando to a 9-Game losing streak and are 15th in the entire East Wagner in the 1st off a Banchero pass would dial up a nicley made layup, 21-19. Magic in the first 12 minutes got outscored 30-21 while shooting 38% from the field scored 14 points in the paint. Including 7 turnovers and 12% from deep. Orlando attacked the paint with authority and got quality shits to fall from the field. Magic simply did a nice job of cutting to the basket off nice passes but have to clean up the turnovers and their three point shooting. During the 2nd quarter Markelle Fultz would drop in a pullup mid range jumper but trailed 33-46. Magic capped off the 2nd by scoring 8 points in the paint with 38% shooting from the field and gave the ball up 3 out of their 10 total times. Magic were now struggling to knock down shots from the field and were having issues inside the paint with multiple turnovers at a time. Magic also struggled to score in transition off good defensive stops and remained on lockdown from behind the arc. Magic gained 22 total points in the paint, shot 20% from deep and slipped into halftime trailing 45-56. Entering the late stages of the 3rd quarter Schofield would drive his way to the rim for much needed layup, 64-74. Magic in the 3rd shot 36% from the field with 3 turnovers added and scored 10 of their 32 total points in the paint. As well as 4 second chance points. Magic at this moment in time were struggling to find their shot both ends of the floor and coughed the ball up a bit to much but executed in the paint off terrific passing. Magic also has to rebound better on the offensive glass because right now they can't capitalize on second chance scoring. A quarter later in the 4th Terrance Ross would splash in a three point J to bring his team within five, 97-101. Magic sealed off the 4th by shooting 36% from the field and outscored Milwaukee 30-21 with 3 turnovers tallied. Magic unfortunately lost this matchup due to poor shooting as shots just didn't want to fall and had poor execution on the fast break while turning it over a ton but capitalized much better in second chance scoring due to solid offensive rebounding. They also created open lanes to the paint with great passing and it led to quick points. Magic turned it over 13 total times, scored 46 points in the paint, shot 25% from downtown and slipped to a 5-20 record.
The Bucks blast past the Magic by securing a 109-102 win. Bucks sit in 2nd place throughout the entire East and are atop a 2-Game win streak. Jrue Holiday in the 1st at the buzzer would bury a three point jumper and were off to a 14-0 run. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy points on a fast break. Bucks in one got 50% of their shots to drop from the field and scored 6 fast break points but have turned it over 5 times and scored 4 points in the paint. Bucks rotated the ball around well to earn quality shots opportunities and executed in transition. They just have to steer clear of turnovers and get more points down low. Defensively they were frustrating Orlando by shutting down the three's and had active hands after forcing 5 steals. Then midway into the 2nd with 7:38 to go Jrue Holiday would knick down a mid range jumper, thus going up 41-27. Milwaukee through two shot an overall 40% and scored 10 points in the paint. Bucks continued to get solid shots to fall from the floor and executed much better insode the painted area but were slowed down by turning it over 6 times. As for the defense they shut the paint down by clogging the middle lane and disallowing easy cuts to the rim. Bucks snagged 14 points in the paint, 10 fast break points and walked into the half leading 56-45. Now in quarter 3 the Bucks would stretch their lead to nine after Antetokounmpo powered to the rim for a beauty of a layup, 71-62. Bucks in the 3rd quarter spotted in 48% from the field while scoring 18 points in the paint and turned it over 5 times. Milwaukee by this point of the game were still shooting the ball on a consistent bases from the field while domianting in both the paint and when getting in transition. However, they continue to turn it over. In the end, dueing the 4th with 1:23 to go Antetokounmpo woukd use his size to get the rim for a big man layup, 104-97. Bucks ended the 4th quarter by knocking in 44% from the floor while scoring 2 of their 20 total points on a fast break and turned it over just twice. Bucks simply got their shots from the field to drop at a high rate off terrific ball movement and dominated the transition game. You have to credit the defense as well after closing out the three point line and forced an abundance of shot misses. Bucks gave it up 17 times, shot 13 of 40 from long range, scored 14 points off Magic's turnovers and improved to a 17-6 record.
Monday December 5th, 2022: The struggling Magic get thumped 102-109 when versing the Bucks. This defeat sends Orlando to a 9-Game losing streak and are 15th in the entire East Wagner in the 1st off a Banchero pass would dial up a nicley made layup, 21-19. Magic in the first 12 minutes got outscored 30-21 while shooting 38% from the field scored 14 points in the paint. Including 7 turnovers and 12% from deep. Orlando attacked the paint with authority and got quality shits to fall from the field. Magic simply did a nice job of cutting to the basket off nice passes but have to clean up the turnovers and their three point shooting. During the 2nd quarter Markelle Fultz would drop in a pullup mid range jumper but trailed 33-46. Magic capped off the 2nd by scoring 8 points in the paint with 38% shooting from the field and gave the ball up 3 out of their 10 total times. Magic were now struggling to knock down shots from the field and were having issues inside the paint with multiple turnovers at a time. Magic also struggled to score in transition off good defensive stops and remained on lockdown from behind the arc. Magic gained 22 total points in the paint, shot 20% from deep and slipped into halftime trailing 45-56. Entering the late stages of the 3rd quarter Schofield would drive his way to the rim for much needed layup, 64-74. Magic in the 3rd shot 36% from the field with 3 turnovers added and scored 10 of their 32 total points in the paint. As well as 4 second chance points. Magic at this moment in time were struggling to find their shot both ends of the floor and coughed the ball up a bit to much but executed in the paint off terrific passing. Magic also has to rebound better on the offensive glass because right now they can't capitalize on second chance scoring. A quarter later in the 4th Terrance Ross would splash in a three point J to bring his team within five, 97-101. Magic sealed off the 4th by shooting 36% from the field and outscored Milwaukee 30-21 with 3 turnovers tallied. Magic unfortunately lost this matchup due to poor shooting as shots just didn't want to fall and had poor execution on the fast break while turning it over a ton but capitalized much better in second chance scoring due to solid offensive rebounding. They also created open lanes to the paint with great passing and it led to quick points. Magic turned it over 13 total times, scored 46 points in the paint, shot 25% from downtown and slipped to a 5-20 record.
The Bucks blast past the Magic by securing a 109-102 win. Bucks sit in 2nd place throughout the entire East and are atop a 2-Game win streak. Jrue Holiday in the 1st at the buzzer would bury a three point jumper and were off to a 14-0 run. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and scored easy points on a fast break. Bucks in one got 50% of their shots to drop from the field and scored 6 fast break points but have turned it over 5 times and scored 4 points in the paint. Bucks rotated the ball around well to earn quality shots opportunities and executed in transition. They just have to steer clear of turnovers and get more points down low. Defensively they were frustrating Orlando by shutting down the three's and had active hands after forcing 5 steals. Then midway into the 2nd with 7:38 to go Jrue Holiday would knick down a mid range jumper, thus going up 41-27. Milwaukee through two shot an overall 40% and scored 10 points in the paint. Bucks continued to get solid shots to fall from the floor and executed much better insode the painted area but were slowed down by turning it over 6 times. As for the defense they shut the paint down by clogging the middle lane and disallowing easy cuts to the rim. Bucks snagged 14 points in the paint, 10 fast break points and walked into the half leading 56-45. Now in quarter 3 the Bucks would stretch their lead to nine after Antetokounmpo powered to the rim for a beauty of a layup, 71-62. Bucks in the 3rd quarter spotted in 48% from the field while scoring 18 points in the paint and turned it over 5 times. Milwaukee by this point of the game were still shooting the ball on a consistent bases from the field while domianting in both the paint and when getting in transition. However, they continue to turn it over. In the end, dueing the 4th with 1:23 to go Antetokounmpo woukd use his size to get the rim for a big man layup, 104-97. Bucks ended the 4th quarter by knocking in 44% from the floor while scoring 2 of their 20 total points on a fast break and turned it over just twice. Bucks simply got their shots from the field to drop at a high rate off terrific ball movement and dominated the transition game. You have to credit the defense as well after closing out the three point line and forced an abundance of shot misses. Bucks gave it up 17 times, shot 13 of 40 from long range, scored 14 points off Magic's turnovers and improved to a 17-6 record.
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Wednesday November 30th, 2022: against the Celtics sustained a 121-134 defeat. Heat are two games under .500 and sits on 3rd place in the Soitheast Division. Heat late into 1st quarter were able to crawl back and tie this bout as Adebayo off a Lowry pass knocked in a three point jumper, 25-25. Few possessions later and the Heat would take a lead after Lowry buried a nice reverse layin, 27-25. Heat were off to a 20-5 run due to the defense forcing quick stops and scoring easy buckets in transition. Heat through one shot 60% from the field while scoring 16 points in the paint and turned it over 2 times. Miami right now doing a nice job of getting quakity shots to go in off good ball rotation and attacked the painted area early. Then during quarter 2 Gabe Vincent would dial up a pullup three point J, 58-63. Heat in the 2nd quarter spotted in 55% from the field and scored 14 points in the paint yet they turned it over 5 times. Heat were knocking down shots at a high rate from both ends of the floor and continted to execute inside the paint while domianting transition points but from time to time they would go cold by missing buckets and giving the rock away. Miami 30 total points in the painted area, shot 40% from downtown and entered halftime down 63-68. Now in the 3rd quarter Max Strus would drench in a three point jumper to bring Miami within three, 81-84. Heat in the 3rd shot 48% from the downtown and 51% from the field but were limited to only 6 points in the paint with 3 turnovers. Miami collapsed the Celtics defense with tremendous ball movement and it led to quality scoring opportunities but they need to execute better when getting down low because Boston were finally eliminating points in that area. Over on the defensive side they had active hands as they flustered Boston with pick pocket steals but couldn't contain Brogdon or Tatum from deep. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Max Strus would bury a three point jumper but were still down 121-128. Heat in the 4th snagged 14 paint points and shot 52% from the field yet they lost possession of the ball 5 times. Miami shot the ball incredibly well and got back to their game which was attack the paint but matched the Celtics basket for basket down the stretch. Heat scored 50 total points down low, tallied 14 second chance points and slipped down to a 10-12 record.
Celtics hammer the Heat with 22 made three's and itled them to a big 134-121 win. This keeps the Celtics in 1st place in the Atlantic and are atop a 5-Game win streak. Jayson Tatum in the 1st quarter would splash in a three point jumper off a Marcus Smart pass, 20-6. This run was sparked by getting tough defensive stops on one end and scored in transition on the other. Celtics ended the 1st by shooting an overall 60% and dominated inside the paint for 16 total points. Including 5 turnovers. The Celtics were able to spread the wealth around to help create open shot opportunities and have to keep the turnovers to a minimum. They also opened lanes to the paint for easy scoring. Then during the 2nd quarter Tatum woukd drive hard to the rim for a one handed layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three post play, 57-49. Celtics in the 2nd shot 42% from downtown while outscoring Miami 25-20 and scored 14 of their 24 total points in the paint. Boston continuing to hurt Miami from deep as they are spacing the line out with good passes and its allowing for easy shots to to drop in. All around shots are going in and at a consistent level. They wouldn't be denied on the offensive glass ethier as that led to quick second chance opportunities. As for the defense they need to do better at clogging the middle of the paint and mining fast break chances but in the meantine they are forcing tough shots and causing mistakes. Boston recorded 4 fast break points, made 12 three's and slipped into the half up 68-63. During the 3rd quarter Tatum in transition would dial up a nicely made one handed layup and got fouled in the process to make it a three point play, 81-78. Boston after that, continued to extend their lead as Tatum forced a steal off Lowry's bad pass and pushed it up court for a nicely made layup, 95-89. Boston capped off the 3rd by shooting 53% from the field but were outscored 36-34 and turned it over 7 times. Celtics capitalized well on their fast break opportunities and got a ton of wide open shots to drop. They gave up good shots for great ones. However, it was the turnovers that disallowed Boston from really taking a strangle hold on this contest. Heading into the 4th with over five to go Smart in transition would deliver a bounce pass to an open Jaylen Brown who hammered down the one handed jam, 123-115. Boston in the 4th racked in 10 fast break points while shooting 55% from the field and trounced Miami 32-25. Celtics in crunch simply got the necessary shots to fall when they needed them to weather it was from the field or when going deep and capitalized when given a fast break opportunity. They also had players creating gaps to the paint by utilizing nice cuts. Boston all night STAYED AHEAD AND CLOSED! Celtics recorded 20 fast break points, shot 48% from deep and improved to an 18-4 record.
Wednesday November 30th, 2022: against the Celtics sustained a 121-134 defeat. Heat are two games under .500 and sits on 3rd place in the Soitheast Division. Heat late into 1st quarter were able to crawl back and tie this bout as Adebayo off a Lowry pass knocked in a three point jumper, 25-25. Few possessions later and the Heat would take a lead after Lowry buried a nice reverse layin, 27-25. Heat were off to a 20-5 run due to the defense forcing quick stops and scoring easy buckets in transition. Heat through one shot 60% from the field while scoring 16 points in the paint and turned it over 2 times. Miami right now doing a nice job of getting quakity shots to go in off good ball rotation and attacked the painted area early. Then during quarter 2 Gabe Vincent would dial up a pullup three point J, 58-63. Heat in the 2nd quarter spotted in 55% from the field and scored 14 points in the paint yet they turned it over 5 times. Heat were knocking down shots at a high rate from both ends of the floor and continted to execute inside the paint while domianting transition points but from time to time they would go cold by missing buckets and giving the rock away. Miami 30 total points in the painted area, shot 40% from downtown and entered halftime down 63-68. Now in the 3rd quarter Max Strus would drench in a three point jumper to bring Miami within three, 81-84. Heat in the 3rd shot 48% from the downtown and 51% from the field but were limited to only 6 points in the paint with 3 turnovers. Miami collapsed the Celtics defense with tremendous ball movement and it led to quality scoring opportunities but they need to execute better when getting down low because Boston were finally eliminating points in that area. Over on the defensive side they had active hands as they flustered Boston with pick pocket steals but couldn't contain Brogdon or Tatum from deep. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Max Strus would bury a three point jumper but were still down 121-128. Heat in the 4th snagged 14 paint points and shot 52% from the field yet they lost possession of the ball 5 times. Miami shot the ball incredibly well and got back to their game which was attack the paint but matched the Celtics basket for basket down the stretch. Heat scored 50 total points down low, tallied 14 second chance points and slipped down to a 10-12 record.
Celtics hammer the Heat with 22 made three's and itled them to a big 134-121 win. This keeps the Celtics in 1st place in the Atlantic and are atop a 5-Game win streak. Jayson Tatum in the 1st quarter would splash in a three point jumper off a Marcus Smart pass, 20-6. This run was sparked by getting tough defensive stops on one end and scored in transition on the other. Celtics ended the 1st by shooting an overall 60% and dominated inside the paint for 16 total points. Including 5 turnovers. The Celtics were able to spread the wealth around to help create open shot opportunities and have to keep the turnovers to a minimum. They also opened lanes to the paint for easy scoring. Then during the 2nd quarter Tatum woukd drive hard to the rim for a one handed layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three post play, 57-49. Celtics in the 2nd shot 42% from downtown while outscoring Miami 25-20 and scored 14 of their 24 total points in the paint. Boston continuing to hurt Miami from deep as they are spacing the line out with good passes and its allowing for easy shots to to drop in. All around shots are going in and at a consistent level. They wouldn't be denied on the offensive glass ethier as that led to quick second chance opportunities. As for the defense they need to do better at clogging the middle of the paint and mining fast break chances but in the meantine they are forcing tough shots and causing mistakes. Boston recorded 4 fast break points, made 12 three's and slipped into the half up 68-63. During the 3rd quarter Tatum in transition would dial up a nicely made one handed layup and got fouled in the process to make it a three point play, 81-78. Boston after that, continued to extend their lead as Tatum forced a steal off Lowry's bad pass and pushed it up court for a nicely made layup, 95-89. Boston capped off the 3rd by shooting 53% from the field but were outscored 36-34 and turned it over 7 times. Celtics capitalized well on their fast break opportunities and got a ton of wide open shots to drop. They gave up good shots for great ones. However, it was the turnovers that disallowed Boston from really taking a strangle hold on this contest. Heading into the 4th with over five to go Smart in transition would deliver a bounce pass to an open Jaylen Brown who hammered down the one handed jam, 123-115. Boston in the 4th racked in 10 fast break points while shooting 55% from the field and trounced Miami 32-25. Celtics in crunch simply got the necessary shots to fall when they needed them to weather it was from the field or when going deep and capitalized when given a fast break opportunity. They also had players creating gaps to the paint by utilizing nice cuts. Boston all night STAYED AHEAD AND CLOSED! Celtics recorded 20 fast break points, shot 48% from deep and improved to an 18-4 record.
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Tuesday November 29th, 2022: Doncic tallys a triple double to help the Mavericks power past the Warriors 116-113. This sends Dallas to a 4-6 record in ten games and scored 24 points off 18 turnovers. Josh Green in the 1st off a Doncic assist would spalsh in a three poimt J, 23-6. Mavs in the 1st putscored Golden State 36-22 while shooting 40% from the field and scored 10 second chance points. Including 6 made three's. Dallas created passing lanes to help players get quality looks at the rim. They've also done a nice job of capitalizing on the offensive glass because it's led to easy second chance scoring. In the 2nd quarter Luka Doncic would hit a nice mid rnage junper to give the Mavricks a 47-45 two point lead. Mavs on their heels a bit. Mavs in the 2nd shot an overall 30% while scoring only 8 points in the paint and turned it over three times. Mavs at this point struggled to get shots to fall due to a smooothering Warriors defense and are letting the turnovers rise a little bit. Mavs also need to execute better when given a down low opportunity. Mavs secured 18 points in the paint, 6 fast break points with 13 turns and slipped into halftime leading 55-54. Entering quarter 3 Doncic would drive halfway to the rim for a mid range floater off the glass, 79-72. Dallas in the 3rd got 45% of their shots to fall from the field and coughed the ball up twice with 7 second chance points. As well as shooting 35% from downtown. Mavs were starting to get shots to fall in rhythm again due to spreading the Warriors defense out. Along with executing in both the paint and were scoring easy in transition off solid stops on the opposite ends. A quarter later during the 4th with 1:49 Hardaway off a Doncic pass would splash in a much needed three point jumper, 111-110. Mavericks in the 4th quarter shot a solid 46% from the field and scored 5 second chance points while getting outscored 26-24. Mavericks were getting shots to drop on both ends of the floor off terrific ball movement and tired out Golden State by executing second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. Over on the defensive side they flustered the Warriors with quick swiping hands and forced them into making costly mistakes. Mavs reeled in 42 points when getting insode the paint, scored 18 second chance points and piled their record to 10-10.
Klay Thompson misses the game tying three and the Warriors suffer a tough 113-116 loss to the Mavricks. This defeat sends the Warriors to a .500 and are in 4th place in the Pacific Division. Curry in the 1st with 2:42 to go would drop in a stepback three pointer but trailed heavy, 14-26. The Warriors through one shot 38% from the field and 18% when going deep with 6 turnovers. Warriors right now can't buy basket as shots just don't want to fall, weather they are open or not. It doesn't help ethier that they are turning the ball over way to much this early. They need more shots to fall and limit mistakes. Then during the 2nd quaryer Lamb would bury a wide open three to make things 32-38. Warriors 8-0 run was sparked by getting quick stops and scoring in transition. Afterwards, with over 30 ticks left Golden State would earn their first lead of the game after Kuminga , 54-52. Warriors repaid Dallas in the 2nd by trouncing them 30-16 and shot 44% from the field with one turnovers. This was a great turnaround as they shot much better from the field off good ball placement and kept the turnover rate low. Also capitalized inside the paint. Credit the defense because this turnaround doesn't happen without their consistency of forcing missed shots and allowing fast break opportunities to open up. Including shutting down second chance scoring. Warriors tallied 11 team assists, spotted in 23% from deep and entered the half down 54-55. During the 3rd quarter midway through, Golden State would come within four after Curry buried a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 76-79. Warriors in three were able to shoot 50% from the field and scored 14 of their 44 total points in the paint yet they gave the ball up four times. Golden State at this time did a terrific job of finding one another with great ball distribution and it allowed for lanes to open and shots to fall. That includes the paint because most of their points generated in that area were off great passes. Entering the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Golden State would snag a 7-0 run as Poole hammered in slam, 100-96. This run was set off by quick stops and fast points in transition. Couple possessions later Curry would hit a fading three point J, 110-108 with over two to go. Warriors in the 4th shot 47% from the field with most of the points coming inside the painted area as they scored 10 and utilized 17 total fast break points. Warriors continuted their dominace down low as players cut to the rim to open up the Dallas defense and got positive shot selections from mid range. They capitalized on fast break opportunities off opposite end stops and quick turns as well. Warriors scraped in 56 points in the paint, snagged just 3 second chance points and fell to an 11-11 record.
Tuesday November 29th, 2022: Doncic tallys a triple double to help the Mavericks power past the Warriors 116-113. This sends Dallas to a 4-6 record in ten games and scored 24 points off 18 turnovers. Josh Green in the 1st off a Doncic assist would spalsh in a three poimt J, 23-6. Mavs in the 1st putscored Golden State 36-22 while shooting 40% from the field and scored 10 second chance points. Including 6 made three's. Dallas created passing lanes to help players get quality looks at the rim. They've also done a nice job of capitalizing on the offensive glass because it's led to easy second chance scoring. In the 2nd quarter Luka Doncic would hit a nice mid rnage junper to give the Mavricks a 47-45 two point lead. Mavs on their heels a bit. Mavs in the 2nd shot an overall 30% while scoring only 8 points in the paint and turned it over three times. Mavs at this point struggled to get shots to fall due to a smooothering Warriors defense and are letting the turnovers rise a little bit. Mavs also need to execute better when given a down low opportunity. Mavs secured 18 points in the paint, 6 fast break points with 13 turns and slipped into halftime leading 55-54. Entering quarter 3 Doncic would drive halfway to the rim for a mid range floater off the glass, 79-72. Dallas in the 3rd got 45% of their shots to fall from the field and coughed the ball up twice with 7 second chance points. As well as shooting 35% from downtown. Mavs were starting to get shots to fall in rhythm again due to spreading the Warriors defense out. Along with executing in both the paint and were scoring easy in transition off solid stops on the opposite ends. A quarter later during the 4th with 1:49 Hardaway off a Doncic pass would splash in a much needed three point jumper, 111-110. Mavericks in the 4th quarter shot a solid 46% from the field and scored 5 second chance points while getting outscored 26-24. Mavericks were getting shots to drop on both ends of the floor off terrific ball movement and tired out Golden State by executing second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. Over on the defensive side they flustered the Warriors with quick swiping hands and forced them into making costly mistakes. Mavs reeled in 42 points when getting insode the paint, scored 18 second chance points and piled their record to 10-10.
Klay Thompson misses the game tying three and the Warriors suffer a tough 113-116 loss to the Mavricks. This defeat sends the Warriors to a .500 and are in 4th place in the Pacific Division. Curry in the 1st with 2:42 to go would drop in a stepback three pointer but trailed heavy, 14-26. The Warriors through one shot 38% from the field and 18% when going deep with 6 turnovers. Warriors right now can't buy basket as shots just don't want to fall, weather they are open or not. It doesn't help ethier that they are turning the ball over way to much this early. They need more shots to fall and limit mistakes. Then during the 2nd quaryer Lamb would bury a wide open three to make things 32-38. Warriors 8-0 run was sparked by getting quick stops and scoring in transition. Afterwards, with over 30 ticks left Golden State would earn their first lead of the game after Kuminga , 54-52. Warriors repaid Dallas in the 2nd by trouncing them 30-16 and shot 44% from the field with one turnovers. This was a great turnaround as they shot much better from the field off good ball placement and kept the turnover rate low. Also capitalized inside the paint. Credit the defense because this turnaround doesn't happen without their consistency of forcing missed shots and allowing fast break opportunities to open up. Including shutting down second chance scoring. Warriors tallied 11 team assists, spotted in 23% from deep and entered the half down 54-55. During the 3rd quarter midway through, Golden State would come within four after Curry buried a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 76-79. Warriors in three were able to shoot 50% from the field and scored 14 of their 44 total points in the paint yet they gave the ball up four times. Golden State at this time did a terrific job of finding one another with great ball distribution and it allowed for lanes to open and shots to fall. That includes the paint because most of their points generated in that area were off great passes. Entering the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Golden State would snag a 7-0 run as Poole hammered in slam, 100-96. This run was set off by quick stops and fast points in transition. Couple possessions later Curry would hit a fading three point J, 110-108 with over two to go. Warriors in the 4th shot 47% from the field with most of the points coming inside the painted area as they scored 10 and utilized 17 total fast break points. Warriors continuted their dominace down low as players cut to the rim to open up the Dallas defense and got positive shot selections from mid range. They capitalized on fast break opportunities off opposite end stops and quick turns as well. Warriors scraped in 56 points in the paint, snagged just 3 second chance points and fell to an 11-11 record.
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INJURY UPDATE: Towns expected to miss between 4 and 6 weeks with a calf strain that occurred during a 142-127 loss to the Wizards. Now Karl Anthony Towns injury was non-contact as he was getting ready to sprint downcourt but once he planted his foot to the ground he would immediately start hobbling and then fell. Eventually getting carried off court.
INJURY UPDATE: Towns expected to miss between 4 and 6 weeks with a calf strain that occurred during a 142-127 loss to the Wizards. Now Karl Anthony Towns injury was non-contact as he was getting ready to sprint downcourt but once he planted his foot to the ground he would immediately start hobbling and then fell. Eventually getting carried off court.
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INJURY UPDATE: The Sixers are losing Tyreese Maxey fir the next 3 to 4 weeks due to a bone injury in his foot. Now Maxey's injury occurred in half one as he landed a little awkward on his foot after attempting a layup. However, before Maxey left he would knock in one of his two free throws. This will be tough moving forward, because Maxey is a player that dash his way to the rim by utilizing his quickness and is a solid shooter weather it's from deep or knocking down simple mid range J's.
INJURY UPDATE: The Sixers are losing Tyreese Maxey fir the next 3 to 4 weeks due to a bone injury in his foot. Now Maxey's injury occurred in half one as he landed a little awkward on his foot after attempting a layup. However, before Maxey left he would knock in one of his two free throws. This will be tough moving forward, because Maxey is a player that dash his way to the rim by utilizing his quickness and is a solid shooter weather it's from deep or knocking down simple mid range J's.
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Sunday November 20th, 2022: Davis's 30 points and 18 rebounds was enough to lead the Lakers over the Spurs 123-92. Lakers earn their fifth win of the season and are atop a 3-Game winning streak. Anthony Davis in the 1st quarter buried a stepback mid range jumper to give his team a 25-16 lead. Lakers in the 1st outscored the Spurs 30-24 while shooting 52% from the field and scored 22 total points in the paint. Inclusing 25% when going deep. Lakers moved the ball around well to help open up lanes to the paint and got quality looks to fall from the field. One issue LA is having is that they cany get a three to go in due to the Spurs forcing tough shots. Then during the 2nd LA would get off to an 8-0 run after Austin Reaves knocked down a three point jumper, thus going up 62-43. This run was sparked by scoring easy points in transition and making solid defensive stops. Lakers in the 2nd quarter scored 16 of their 38 total points in the paint while knocking down 54% from the field and turned it over 4 times. Lakers dominated the Spurs when it came to capitalizing on fast break opportunities and shot extremely well from the field but they have to limit turnovers moving forward. Despite the mistakes, LA continuted their excellence inside the paint as most if their points came in that area. As for their defense they've made solid stops and defended the three point line by forcing difficult shots. Lakers tallied 8 second chance points, dished in 15 assists and walked into halftime up 66-48. In the 3rd quarter midway through, LA's lead would extend after Austin Reaves powered to the rim for a running layin, 83-51. Lakers in the 3rd scored 4 of their 12 total points on a fast break and raked in 16 points inside the paint while adding 3 turnovers. Los Angeles spaced the floor out with good passes and it created for solid shot opportunities from the field. Thanks to the defense getting stops its allowing for the offense score quick points when on the fast break. On the defensive side LA took away the paint for San Antonio by simply clogging any open gaps and eliminated scoring chances. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Dennis Schroder would splash in a pull up mid range jumper, 121-90. LA in the 4th outscored San Antonio 28-25 while scoring 16 points in the painted area and shot 2% from the field. Lakers couldn't be stopped in the paint and executed well when provided with a fast break opportunity but needed to have better ball security. Lakers also shot the ball at a high percentage from the field. You have to credit the defense for having active hands as well, as they forced an abundance of turnovers with most of them coming as steals. Lakers scored 60 total points in the paint, earned 15 fast break points and pulled in a 5-10 record.
Spurs get blitz by the Lakers after suffering a disappointing 92-123 loss to the Lakers. This drops San Antonio sox games under .500 and are riding 5 striaght losses. Spurs in the 1st were trying to crawl back into this one, as Keldon Johnson sunk in a nicley made layup but trailed 18-25. Spurs through one shot 38% from the field and 0% when going deep with 3 turnovers. One positive was that San Antonio was able to score 14 points in the paint. Spurs simply struggled to buy a basket from both ends of the floor and turned it over just a bit to much, but executed well in the paint as they scored most of their points around that area. Spurs have to shoot better, lain and simple. During the 2nd quarter with 1:02 left Josh Richardson off a McDermott pass would bury a three point J but were still facing a 46-64 deficit. Spurs in the 2nd racked in 42% shooting from the field with only 2 turnovers and scored 14 points down low off good passing. San Antonio continuted their dominace inside the paint and were able to carry out quality shots from the field but still had three point issues. Spurs also did a nice job of capitalizing on second chance opportunities by playing bully ball on the offensive glass. Defensively they've been frustrating LA a little by forcing contested shots from behind the arc and caused turnovers but they have to be better when defending a fast break. Spurs scored 8 second chance points, recorded 30 points in the paint and entered halftime trailing 48-66. Heading intothe halfway mark of the 3rd Baassey would turn in a rruning layin, 61-85. San Antonio got trounced 42-12 with 3 turnovers and shot a poor 17% from behind the three point line and 39% on the field. Spurs by this point weren't getting any better from downtown and shots from the field didn't want to fall. Spurs have to create more speration from their defender in order to get better looks at the rim and attack the paint harder with less mistakes. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Bassey turned in a mid range hook from inside the paint, 90-119. Spurs in quarter 4 were able to score 14 of their 58 points in the paint with 39% shooting from the field and tallied 5 fast break points. Spurs unfortunately lost this matchup due to the lack of three's that were made and had been careless with the ball. However, a few good things they can take from tonight, was their ddioninating performance inside the paint by getting passes into the lane and executed in transition off good defensive stops. Spurs shot 20% from downtown, matched LA with 15 fast break points and slipped down to a 6-12 record.
Sunday November 20th, 2022: Davis's 30 points and 18 rebounds was enough to lead the Lakers over the Spurs 123-92. Lakers earn their fifth win of the season and are atop a 3-Game winning streak. Anthony Davis in the 1st quarter buried a stepback mid range jumper to give his team a 25-16 lead. Lakers in the 1st outscored the Spurs 30-24 while shooting 52% from the field and scored 22 total points in the paint. Inclusing 25% when going deep. Lakers moved the ball around well to help open up lanes to the paint and got quality looks to fall from the field. One issue LA is having is that they cany get a three to go in due to the Spurs forcing tough shots. Then during the 2nd LA would get off to an 8-0 run after Austin Reaves knocked down a three point jumper, thus going up 62-43. This run was sparked by scoring easy points in transition and making solid defensive stops. Lakers in the 2nd quarter scored 16 of their 38 total points in the paint while knocking down 54% from the field and turned it over 4 times. Lakers dominated the Spurs when it came to capitalizing on fast break opportunities and shot extremely well from the field but they have to limit turnovers moving forward. Despite the mistakes, LA continuted their excellence inside the paint as most if their points came in that area. As for their defense they've made solid stops and defended the three point line by forcing difficult shots. Lakers tallied 8 second chance points, dished in 15 assists and walked into halftime up 66-48. In the 3rd quarter midway through, LA's lead would extend after Austin Reaves powered to the rim for a running layin, 83-51. Lakers in the 3rd scored 4 of their 12 total points on a fast break and raked in 16 points inside the paint while adding 3 turnovers. Los Angeles spaced the floor out with good passes and it created for solid shot opportunities from the field. Thanks to the defense getting stops its allowing for the offense score quick points when on the fast break. On the defensive side LA took away the paint for San Antonio by simply clogging any open gaps and eliminated scoring chances. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Dennis Schroder would splash in a pull up mid range jumper, 121-90. LA in the 4th outscored San Antonio 28-25 while scoring 16 points in the painted area and shot 2% from the field. Lakers couldn't be stopped in the paint and executed well when provided with a fast break opportunity but needed to have better ball security. Lakers also shot the ball at a high percentage from the field. You have to credit the defense for having active hands as well, as they forced an abundance of turnovers with most of them coming as steals. Lakers scored 60 total points in the paint, earned 15 fast break points and pulled in a 5-10 record.
Spurs get blitz by the Lakers after suffering a disappointing 92-123 loss to the Lakers. This drops San Antonio sox games under .500 and are riding 5 striaght losses. Spurs in the 1st were trying to crawl back into this one, as Keldon Johnson sunk in a nicley made layup but trailed 18-25. Spurs through one shot 38% from the field and 0% when going deep with 3 turnovers. One positive was that San Antonio was able to score 14 points in the paint. Spurs simply struggled to buy a basket from both ends of the floor and turned it over just a bit to much, but executed well in the paint as they scored most of their points around that area. Spurs have to shoot better, lain and simple. During the 2nd quarter with 1:02 left Josh Richardson off a McDermott pass would bury a three point J but were still facing a 46-64 deficit. Spurs in the 2nd racked in 42% shooting from the field with only 2 turnovers and scored 14 points down low off good passing. San Antonio continuted their dominace inside the paint and were able to carry out quality shots from the field but still had three point issues. Spurs also did a nice job of capitalizing on second chance opportunities by playing bully ball on the offensive glass. Defensively they've been frustrating LA a little by forcing contested shots from behind the arc and caused turnovers but they have to be better when defending a fast break. Spurs scored 8 second chance points, recorded 30 points in the paint and entered halftime trailing 48-66. Heading intothe halfway mark of the 3rd Baassey would turn in a rruning layin, 61-85. San Antonio got trounced 42-12 with 3 turnovers and shot a poor 17% from behind the three point line and 39% on the field. Spurs by this point weren't getting any better from downtown and shots from the field didn't want to fall. Spurs have to create more speration from their defender in order to get better looks at the rim and attack the paint harder with less mistakes. We now turn our attentions to the 4th quarter, where Bassey turned in a mid range hook from inside the paint, 90-119. Spurs in quarter 4 were able to score 14 of their 58 points in the paint with 39% shooting from the field and tallied 5 fast break points. Spurs unfortunately lost this matchup due to the lack of three's that were made and had been careless with the ball. However, a few good things they can take from tonight, was their ddioninating performance inside the paint by getting passes into the lane and executed in transition off good defensive stops. Spurs shot 20% from downtown, matched LA with 15 fast break points and slipped down to a 6-12 record.
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Friday November 18th, 2022: Bucks sustain a tough 102-110 loss against the 76ers. This defeat drops them to a 6-4 record in ten games and dropped down to their fourth loss of the 2022 season. Bucks struggle late and it leads them to a 102-110 loss to the 76ers. ??. Antetounmpo late in the 1st would buru a pullup mid range J to give the Bucks a 32-20 lead. Bucks in the 1st outscored Philadelphia 34-24 while scoring 10 second chance points and shot an overall 50%. Including 10 points in the paint. Bucks were getting quality shots to fall and capitalized on second chance opportunities off solid offensive rebounding. Defensively they need to start taking away wide open three's and force tougher shots. Then in the 2nd quarter Grayson Allen would knock in a nicely made finger roll layin, thus going up 60-53. Bucks in the 2nd shot 52% from the field and scored 14 of their 24 total points in the paint with 2 turns. Bucks continued to hammer Philly down low by opening up lanes with good passing and got quality shot opportunities. Along with dominating in transition as they scored easy points off the Sixers careless miatakes. They also kept their turnover rate to a minimum. Bucks turned in 15 team assists, shot 47% from behind the arc and slipped into halftime with a 62-55 lead. In the 3rd quarter Milwaukee would tie this bout after Holiday sunk in a mid range floater, 71-71. Bucks in the 3rd shot an overall 40% and coughed the ball up 3 times. Bucks by this point simply looked flat! They struggled to get shots to go in and turned the ball over a tad bit to much. Shots were just being missed at a consistent rate. One thing Milwaukee continued to do best at, was dominate inside the paint. As for the Bucks defense they just couldn't make stops. Heading into the early stages of the 4th quarter Milwaukee would regain their lead after Jrue Holiday splashed in a mid range jumper, 90-92. Bucks in the 4th shot 33% from behind the arc with 9 turnovers. Bucks unfortunately shot horribly late in this quarter as they couldn't buy a basket and were slowed down by turning the ball over a ton. Shooting consistently just wasnt in their DNA tonight. When Milwaukee did make something, it would usually come from inside the paint. Bucks scored a total of 44 points in the paint, secured 13 second chance points and fell to an 11-4 record.
Embiid's double double was enough to lead the 76ers to a 110-102 win over the Bucks. Sixers are one game over .500 and are arop a 3-Game win streak. With 19 seconds left in the 1st quarter Paul Reed would knock down a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 22-33. 76ers through one shot 45% from the field and 66% when going deep. As well as scoring 10 total points in the paint. Sixers were able to space the floor and create wide open looks from deep off good ball movement, but they need to limit their mistakes moving forward. They've also done a nice job of attacking the paint early. During the 2nd quarter Milton would turn in a three point jumper to bring Philly within six, 52-58. Sixers in the 2nd quarter shot an overal 50% and scored 8 of their 18 total points in the paint yet they turned it over 6 times. 76ers created separation to get open looks by utilizing the screen and it allowed for a high percentage of their shots to fall but continue to struggle in ball security. To many more turnovers and things can get bad for Philly real quick. On the defensive side they need to defend the painted area better by clogging gaps to the rim and force more stops but they did hold Milwaukee to 1 second chance point, by eliminating offensive boards. Philly dished in 16 assists, shot 50% from the free throw line and entered the half down 55-62. Entering the 3rd quarter Philadelphia would get off to a 12-0 run as George Niang buried a three point jumper, 84-77. This run was sparked by quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition. Sixers by the 3rd quarter had outscored Milwaukee 34-22 while shooting 50% from deep but gave the ball up 4 out of their 15 total times. Sixers from downtown were efficient in getting baskets to drop and moved the ball around well until a teammate got an open look opportunity. That also includes executing on fast break chances when provided with one. We now turn or attentions to the 4th, where Niang powered to the rim for a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 99-97. In the end, Embiid would deliver a pass inside the paint to Shake Milton who hammered in a two handed slam, 108-99. This 14-2 run was sparked by scoring quick points in transition and made solid defensive stops. Sixers in the 4th outscored Milwaukee 21-18 and shot 51% from the field with 3 turnovers added. 76ers got key shots to fall in crunch and punished Milwaukee by scoring an abundance of points on fast break opportunities. You have to credit the defense as well, after making it difficult all night by forcing tough shots and took away the three ball. Embiid and Maxey were combined for 56 points, tallied 8 total fast break points while improving to an 8-7 record.
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Wednesday November 16th, 2022: Celtics handle the Hawks after picking up an impressive 126-101 win. C's are 9-1 through ten games and are riding an 8-Game win streak. Celtics in the 1st quarter would take a 13 point lead after Tatum buried a nicley made layup, 27-14. Celtics in the 1st outscored Atlanta 30-18 while scoring 16 points in the paint and 5 on the fast break but turned the ball over 3 times. Includimg 48% shooting from the field. Celtics opened up lanes to the paint by delivering good passes and executed early when provided with a fast break opportunity. Defensively they held Atlanta well at three point line as they forced them into difficult shot selections and allowed nothing easy. During the 2nd quarter Paytin Pritchard would spot in a three point jumper off a Horford pass, thus going up 59-49. Celtics in the 2nd shot 50% from the field with only 2 turnovers and scored 10 of their 26 total points in the paint. As well as shooting 39% from downtown. Boston continued to hammer Atlanta down low and moved the ball around well to allow three point shots to drop. On the defensive side they need to eliminate transition points and start clogging the middle of the paint but have defended the three point line well by taking away open looks. C's scored 8 points off Hawks turns, forced 3 blocked shots and entered halftime up 62-53. Now in the 3rd quarter Derrick White with 2:31 left would extend their lead after burying a beauty of a layup, 89-71. Celtics in the 3rd quarter shot 52% from the field whike scoring 8 of theor 13 total points on the fast break and made 7 three's, but turned the ball over 5 times. Celtics offense at this point earned most of their scoring when provided with a fast break chance and were getting shots to fall from both ends at an efficient rate but have to limit mistakes moving forward. Keep note that the C's transition points came off the defense forcing quick stops. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Pritchard would knock down a pullup mid range J, 119-88. Celtics in the 4th rained down 45% from the field while killing Atlanta from deep with 45% and outscored them 29-23, but gave the rock up 4 times. Despite the turnovers, Boston won this game by knocking down shots at a consistent rate and rotated the ball well for open opportunities. Celtics would add in their ability to drive to the rim for an onslaught of points inside the paint. Defense on the other hand remained sharp from deep as they forced tough shots and eliminated second chance scoring. Boston scored 18 points off the Hawks 9 turnovers and improved their record to 12-3.
Trae Young and the Hawks get blown out 101-126 when facing the high powered Boston Celtics. This defeat dropped Atlanta three games over .500 and sit in 1st place in the Southeast Division. Hawks in the 1st quarter were trying to get back into this game after Hunter dialed in a pull up mid rnage jumper, 16-27. The Hawks in the 1st shot 33% from the field and 0% when going deep with 2 turnovers. However, they made most of their points inside the painted area by scoring 12. Hawks simply can't get a basket to fall and aren't consistent enough with their shots but have executed down low. As for their defense they've stopped Bostin behind the arc by closing out and taking away opportunities. Then during the 2nd quarter would come within seven after Clint Capela hammered in slam, 49-56. Hawks in the 2nd quarter knocked in 45% from the field and scored 18 of their 30 total points in the paint but turned the ball over twice. That also includes 15% from deep. Hawks have done a much better job at capitalizing on fast break opportunities and off great ball rotation they got quality shots to fall from the field, but had struggles from deep due to the lack of getting open. Hawks fired in 11 team assists, scored 6 total second chance points and slipped into the half down 53-62. Entering quarter 3 Trae Young would bring the Hawks within 15 after hitting a three point jumper, 74-89. Hawks through three tallied 5 second chance points with 42% shooting from the field and scored 16 of their 46 total points in the paint. Also did a great job in ball security as they turned it over just twice. Hawks executed well from the field weather it was knocking down mid range J's or attacking the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities off good offensive rebounding. Heading into latter parts of the 4th quarter Trae Young would get himself to the rim for nicley made layup but were down still, 88-112. Hawks in the 4th shot 41% from the field while scoring 12 down low and were held to just 2 second chance points, with three turnovers added. Hawks in crunch time simply struggled to get shots to go in and the three ball just wasnt there, but continuted their excellence in the paint by scoring an abundance of points. Hawks were also having issues in the turnover department as they gave the ball up a ton, which is odd because through three quarters they had no more than 1 or 2. They snagged 58 total points in the paint, recorded 14 offensive rebounds and slipped to a 9-6 record.
Wednesday November 16th, 2022: Celtics handle the Hawks after picking up an impressive 126-101 win. C's are 9-1 through ten games and are riding an 8-Game win streak. Celtics in the 1st quarter would take a 13 point lead after Tatum buried a nicley made layup, 27-14. Celtics in the 1st outscored Atlanta 30-18 while scoring 16 points in the paint and 5 on the fast break but turned the ball over 3 times. Includimg 48% shooting from the field. Celtics opened up lanes to the paint by delivering good passes and executed early when provided with a fast break opportunity. Defensively they held Atlanta well at three point line as they forced them into difficult shot selections and allowed nothing easy. During the 2nd quarter Paytin Pritchard would spot in a three point jumper off a Horford pass, thus going up 59-49. Celtics in the 2nd shot 50% from the field with only 2 turnovers and scored 10 of their 26 total points in the paint. As well as shooting 39% from downtown. Boston continued to hammer Atlanta down low and moved the ball around well to allow three point shots to drop. On the defensive side they need to eliminate transition points and start clogging the middle of the paint but have defended the three point line well by taking away open looks. C's scored 8 points off Hawks turns, forced 3 blocked shots and entered halftime up 62-53. Now in the 3rd quarter Derrick White with 2:31 left would extend their lead after burying a beauty of a layup, 89-71. Celtics in the 3rd quarter shot 52% from the field whike scoring 8 of theor 13 total points on the fast break and made 7 three's, but turned the ball over 5 times. Celtics offense at this point earned most of their scoring when provided with a fast break chance and were getting shots to fall from both ends at an efficient rate but have to limit mistakes moving forward. Keep note that the C's transition points came off the defense forcing quick stops. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter Pritchard would knock down a pullup mid range J, 119-88. Celtics in the 4th rained down 45% from the field while killing Atlanta from deep with 45% and outscored them 29-23, but gave the rock up 4 times. Despite the turnovers, Boston won this game by knocking down shots at a consistent rate and rotated the ball well for open opportunities. Celtics would add in their ability to drive to the rim for an onslaught of points inside the paint. Defense on the other hand remained sharp from deep as they forced tough shots and eliminated second chance scoring. Boston scored 18 points off the Hawks 9 turnovers and improved their record to 12-3.
Trae Young and the Hawks get blown out 101-126 when facing the high powered Boston Celtics. This defeat dropped Atlanta three games over .500 and sit in 1st place in the Southeast Division. Hawks in the 1st quarter were trying to get back into this game after Hunter dialed in a pull up mid rnage jumper, 16-27. The Hawks in the 1st shot 33% from the field and 0% when going deep with 2 turnovers. However, they made most of their points inside the painted area by scoring 12. Hawks simply can't get a basket to fall and aren't consistent enough with their shots but have executed down low. As for their defense they've stopped Bostin behind the arc by closing out and taking away opportunities. Then during the 2nd quarter would come within seven after Clint Capela hammered in slam, 49-56. Hawks in the 2nd quarter knocked in 45% from the field and scored 18 of their 30 total points in the paint but turned the ball over twice. That also includes 15% from deep. Hawks have done a much better job at capitalizing on fast break opportunities and off great ball rotation they got quality shots to fall from the field, but had struggles from deep due to the lack of getting open. Hawks fired in 11 team assists, scored 6 total second chance points and slipped into the half down 53-62. Entering quarter 3 Trae Young would bring the Hawks within 15 after hitting a three point jumper, 74-89. Hawks through three tallied 5 second chance points with 42% shooting from the field and scored 16 of their 46 total points in the paint. Also did a great job in ball security as they turned it over just twice. Hawks executed well from the field weather it was knocking down mid range J's or attacking the paint and capitalized on second chance opportunities off good offensive rebounding. Heading into latter parts of the 4th quarter Trae Young would get himself to the rim for nicley made layup but were down still, 88-112. Hawks in the 4th shot 41% from the field while scoring 12 down low and were held to just 2 second chance points, with three turnovers added. Hawks in crunch time simply struggled to get shots to go in and the three ball just wasnt there, but continuted their excellence in the paint by scoring an abundance of points. Hawks were also having issues in the turnover department as they gave the ball up a ton, which is odd because through three quarters they had no more than 1 or 2. They snagged 58 total points in the paint, recorded 14 offensive rebounds and slipped to a 9-6 record.
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Tuesday November 15th, 2022: Davis scores 31 points to lead the Kings to a 153-121 win against the Nets. Kings are one game over .500 and are riding four wins in a row. Huerter off a Barnes assists would dial up a three point J, 24-11. Kings in the 1st outscored Brooklyn 33-28 while shooting 54% from the field and scored 7 second chance points. Including 18 points in the paint. Kings were on a scoring spree as they knocked down quality shots and capitalized on second chance opportunities by dominating the offensive glass but struggled from deep as they shot 27%. Then in the 2nd quarter Kings would get off to an 8-0 run after Mitchell forced a steal off Patty Mills and found Terrance Davis in transition for a wide open three point jumper, 48-40. This run was sparked by forcing defensive turnovers and scored easy points in transition. Sacramento in the 2nd scored 14 of their 34 total points in the paint and shot 38% from downtown. Kings seemingly hurt the Brooklyn defense inside the paint by scoring an abundance of points and got their three ball to drop on terrific ball rotation, but turned it over 5 out of their 7 total times. Defensively they continue to smoother the Nets from downtown as they are forcing tough shots and had active hands that led to turnovers. This defense has keep clogging gaps in the middle of the paint and continue to eliminate three point attempts. Kings ised 6 team steals, shot shot 56% from the field and entered halftime leading 73-54. Heading into the midway point of the 3rd Kings were off to a 15-2 run after Terrance Davis buried a wide open three point J and their lead extended to 98-65. This run was let off by scoring easy buckets in transition and made quick defensive stops. Kings in the 3rd shot 63% from the field and 48% when going deep, while scoring 12 of their 19 total points on the fast break. Kings spaced the floor with great ball movement and were able to knock down shots at an efficient rate while executing well in transition. Defense simply clogged the three point line and forced 3 turns but were slowed down in the painted area. In the end, during the 4th quarter with 37 ticks left Terrance Davis would sink in a game ending three point jumper, 153-118. Kings concluded the 4th as they shot a solid 60% from the field and scored 14 of their 26 total points when on a fast break. Kings knocked down shots at a high velocity and attacked Brooklyn in the paint for an abundance of points. You also have to credit their defense for forcing consecutive shot misses and eliminated three point opportunities. Kings scored 66 total points down low, scored 25 points off the Nets 17 turnovers and pulled in a 7-6 record.
Nets get absolutely obliterated by the Kings after getting blowon out 121-153. This defeat drops Brooklyn three games under .500 and are atop 2 losses in a row. Claxton in the 1st off a Durant feed woukd drop in a mid rnage hook from inside the paint, 16-24. Nets in the 1st shot 55% from the field and scored 12 total points in the paint with only 2 turnovers. However, they had issues from deep after shooting 25%. Nets moved the ball around well and it helped guys get open for solid shot making opportunities from the field, while utilizing good pentration towards the painted area. The Nets moving forward have to get better looks from deep and maintain their domance down low. During the 2nd Kevin Durant would knock down a pull up mid range jumper but trailed 52-71. Nets in the 2nd shot 45% from the field while scoring 2 of their 20 total points in the paint and coughed the ball up 8 times. Also got outscored 37-24. Nets first and foremost have to clean up their turnovers because right now it's leading to easy points for Sacramento and are struggling to score down low. Despite those miscues, Brooklyn got solid shot selections from the field and executed when provided with a fast break opportunity. On defense the Nets need to defend paint better and start taking away the three point chances. Nets turned it over 10 total times, secured 6 fast break points and walked into halftime trailing 54-73. Now in the 3rd quarter Ben Simmons with over two minutes to go would sink in a mid range floater, 74-109. Nets in the 3rd secured 45% from the field while getting outscored 42-28 and scored 10 points in the paint. For the Nets offense it's simple aren't being consistent enough on their shots and and can't protect the ball but managed to do damage in the paint as they opened up lanes with nice passes and dominated on fast break opportunities. We now turn our attentions towards the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Cam Thomas sunk in a nicley made layup, 116-146. Nets in the 4th shot 49% from the field and scored 14 of thier 44 total points down low while outscoring Sacramento 39-38, with four giveaways. The Nets got most of their shots to fall from the field with effective scoring inside the paint but couldn't shoot three's and were a turnover machine. Nets defense on the other hand got punished when defending in transition and allowed to many second chance opportunities. Nets scored 1 second chance point, utilized 25 team assists and fell to a 6-9 record.
Tuesday November 15th, 2022: Davis scores 31 points to lead the Kings to a 153-121 win against the Nets. Kings are one game over .500 and are riding four wins in a row. Huerter off a Barnes assists would dial up a three point J, 24-11. Kings in the 1st outscored Brooklyn 33-28 while shooting 54% from the field and scored 7 second chance points. Including 18 points in the paint. Kings were on a scoring spree as they knocked down quality shots and capitalized on second chance opportunities by dominating the offensive glass but struggled from deep as they shot 27%. Then in the 2nd quarter Kings would get off to an 8-0 run after Mitchell forced a steal off Patty Mills and found Terrance Davis in transition for a wide open three point jumper, 48-40. This run was sparked by forcing defensive turnovers and scored easy points in transition. Sacramento in the 2nd scored 14 of their 34 total points in the paint and shot 38% from downtown. Kings seemingly hurt the Brooklyn defense inside the paint by scoring an abundance of points and got their three ball to drop on terrific ball rotation, but turned it over 5 out of their 7 total times. Defensively they continue to smoother the Nets from downtown as they are forcing tough shots and had active hands that led to turnovers. This defense has keep clogging gaps in the middle of the paint and continue to eliminate three point attempts. Kings ised 6 team steals, shot shot 56% from the field and entered halftime leading 73-54. Heading into the midway point of the 3rd Kings were off to a 15-2 run after Terrance Davis buried a wide open three point J and their lead extended to 98-65. This run was let off by scoring easy buckets in transition and made quick defensive stops. Kings in the 3rd shot 63% from the field and 48% when going deep, while scoring 12 of their 19 total points on the fast break. Kings spaced the floor with great ball movement and were able to knock down shots at an efficient rate while executing well in transition. Defense simply clogged the three point line and forced 3 turns but were slowed down in the painted area. In the end, during the 4th quarter with 37 ticks left Terrance Davis would sink in a game ending three point jumper, 153-118. Kings concluded the 4th as they shot a solid 60% from the field and scored 14 of their 26 total points when on a fast break. Kings knocked down shots at a high velocity and attacked Brooklyn in the paint for an abundance of points. You also have to credit their defense for forcing consecutive shot misses and eliminated three point opportunities. Kings scored 66 total points down low, scored 25 points off the Nets 17 turnovers and pulled in a 7-6 record.
Nets get absolutely obliterated by the Kings after getting blowon out 121-153. This defeat drops Brooklyn three games under .500 and are atop 2 losses in a row. Claxton in the 1st off a Durant feed woukd drop in a mid rnage hook from inside the paint, 16-24. Nets in the 1st shot 55% from the field and scored 12 total points in the paint with only 2 turnovers. However, they had issues from deep after shooting 25%. Nets moved the ball around well and it helped guys get open for solid shot making opportunities from the field, while utilizing good pentration towards the painted area. The Nets moving forward have to get better looks from deep and maintain their domance down low. During the 2nd Kevin Durant would knock down a pull up mid range jumper but trailed 52-71. Nets in the 2nd shot 45% from the field while scoring 2 of their 20 total points in the paint and coughed the ball up 8 times. Also got outscored 37-24. Nets first and foremost have to clean up their turnovers because right now it's leading to easy points for Sacramento and are struggling to score down low. Despite those miscues, Brooklyn got solid shot selections from the field and executed when provided with a fast break opportunity. On defense the Nets need to defend paint better and start taking away the three point chances. Nets turned it over 10 total times, secured 6 fast break points and walked into halftime trailing 54-73. Now in the 3rd quarter Ben Simmons with over two minutes to go would sink in a mid range floater, 74-109. Nets in the 3rd secured 45% from the field while getting outscored 42-28 and scored 10 points in the paint. For the Nets offense it's simple aren't being consistent enough on their shots and and can't protect the ball but managed to do damage in the paint as they opened up lanes with nice passes and dominated on fast break opportunities. We now turn our attentions towards the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Cam Thomas sunk in a nicley made layup, 116-146. Nets in the 4th shot 49% from the field and scored 14 of thier 44 total points down low while outscoring Sacramento 39-38, with four giveaways. The Nets got most of their shots to fall from the field with effective scoring inside the paint but couldn't shoot three's and were a turnover machine. Nets defense on the other hand got punished when defending in transition and allowed to many second chance opportunities. Nets scored 1 second chance point, utilized 25 team assists and fell to a 6-9 record.
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Friday November 11th, 2022: Brown and Tatum combined for 59 points and it led the Celtics to a 131-112 Victory. Celtics remain in 1st place in the Atlantic Division and picked up win nunber 9 on the year. Celtics in the 1st quarter would get off to a 9-0 run after Jaylen Brown buried a three point jumper, 24-12. This run was sparked by getting quick defensive stops that led to easy points in transition. Celtics through one shot 60%from the field and scored 6 points in transition while outscoring Denver 33-25. The Celtics were getting quality shots to fall off good ball rotation and executed early when provided with a fast break opportunity. Defensively they didn't force many turnovers but utilized a ton of contested shots and eliminated second chance scoring. In the 2nd quarter halfway through, Derrick White would splash in a wide open three point jumper, 58-43. Boston in the 2nd outscored Denver 33-32 and shot a solid 47% from deep yet they had 3 turns. Celtics from behind the arc passed the ball well as it allowed for wide open three's to drop and dominated the offensive glass to create second chance scoring, but they struggled in the paint as they were held to 4 points and slowed down in transition, due to Denver's defense getting back downcourt and setup. Boston scored 7 second chance points, shot 56% from the field and entered halftime up 66-57. A quarter later during the 3rd Boston would extend their lead after Jaylen Brown sunk in a driving layin, thus going up 87-79. Boston in the 3rd shot 54% from the floor with 10 points in the paint and got outscored 34-31. Celtics from the field succeeded with solid shot opportunities and executed inside the paint. Including just 1 turnover and capitalized on second chance points with efficient reboudimg on the offensive glass. Boston just needs to do better from deep as they made only two three's the entire quarter. Defense has to takeaway the paint by clogging the middle of the lane and force more turnovers. In the end, during the late stages of the 4th Boston was on a 6-0 run after Horford rang in a nicley made three pointer, 108-93. This run was let off by solid stops and fast points in transition. Celtics in the 4th repaid Denver by outscoring them 34-21 and got 55% of their shots to go in from the field but coughed the ball up 3 times. Boston seemingly hurt Denver from the field and when going deep off great ball movement and were scorching inside the paint as they scored an abundance of points in that area. Also torched the Nuggets on the offensive glass and it led to easy second chance scoring. Boston secured 10 offensive boards, scored 13 second chance points and pulled in a 9-3 record.
Jokic scored 29 points but it led the Nuggets to a tough 112-131 loss to the Celtics. ??. Nuggets in one knocked down 47% from the field and went 3 for 6 when going deep, while scoring 12 points in the paint with 5 coming on the fast break. Nuggets were earning most of their points from down low as they created open lanes with nice passes and were capitalizing in transition. As well as keeping their turnover rate to a minimum. Over on the defensive side they were able to force solid stops and it allowed for easy fast break opportunities. However, they need to defend Boston from the field better and eliminate scoring chances inside the painted area. Then during the 2nd quarter Nikola Jokic with 3:14 left woukd bury a mid range floater to bring Denver within 11, 47-58. Nuggets shot an overall 40% and scored 14 of their 26 total points in the paint while turning the ball over just once. Nuggets at this time were getting shots to go down no problem, especially when pentrating the paint with effectiveness and kept the turnovers low but were matching Boston basket for basket. Denver earned 7 second chance points, shot 100% from the free throw line and walked into the half down 57-66. Heading into the midway point of the 3rd quarter Denver would climb within seven points, following Jokic knocking down a mid rage hook from inside the paint, 70-77. Nuggets through three scored an abundance of points as they shot 50% from the field and scored 14 points down low. Nuggets were doing a nice job moving around and creating separation in order to get positive shots to drop from the field, while hurting the Boston defense in the paint with 1 turnover tallied. Nuggets defense managed to limit three pointers by closing the perimeter down and forcing difficult shots. Transitioning into the 4th Davon Reed woould spot in a three point jumper but trailed still 112-127. Nuggets in the 4th quarter were held to 6 points in the paint while shooting an overall 40% and added 6 second chance points. Nuggets knocked down shots at a high percentage and stretched the court with good passes. Along with efficient scoring in the paint while keeping the turnovers low but couldn't hit shots in crunch time. Nuggetsturned in 17 second chance points, scored 46 total points in the paint and fell to an 8-4 record.
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Wednesday November 9th, 2022: Durant's triple double was enough to lead the Nets to a 112-85 win against the Knicks. Nets are now teo games beneath .500 and are in last place in the Atlantic Division. Nets late in the 1st got off to a 12-0 run after Edmond Sumner buried a running three point J, 24-8. This run was sparked after scoring easy points in transition off solid defensive stops. Nets outscored New York 38-22 while shooting 60% from the field and 54% when going downtown. Nets simply did a nice job spacing te floor with good passing and it allowed for quality shots to fall while limiting their turnovers with good ball security. During the 2nd quarter Ben Simmons with over two minutes remaining would knock down a nicley made layup, thus going up 64-43. The Nets in the 2nd shot an overall 50% and outscored New York 31-22 but were slowed a bit by turning the ball over 3 out of their 4 total times. Nets continued to do damage with efficient shooting and dominated the paint game with good ball penetration but they need to minus their mistakes. Defensively they've been real effective with their hands and forced key stops, that allowed Brooklyn to score quickly when in transition. Nets scored 12 second chance points, defense forced 6 steals and entered halftime leading 69-44. Now in the 3rd quarter with 8:12 left Kevin Durant would sink in a pull up mid range jumper, 80-55. The Nets in the 3rd were starting to light it up from the field as they shot 50% and scored 10 of their 32 total points in the painted area yet they coughed the ball up 5 times on 9 total turnovers. Nets have to start protecting the ball better but other than that, they've been knocking down quality shots and capitalized on fast break opportunities off good defensive stops. In the end, during the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Joe Harris off a Seth Curry pass would drop in a three point jumper, 108-73. ??. The Nets were able to create speration from their defender with good passes and got an abundance of shots to fall at a high percentage. Defense on the other hand did incredible at closing out the three point line and forced a ton of difficult shots. Along with creating turnovers by utilizing steals and clogged the middle of the paint to eliminate any scoring chances in that area.
Knicks get obliterated by the Nets after suffering a tough 85-112 loss. This defeat sends the Knicks to their sixth loss of 2022 and are one game under 500. Brunson would stop the Nets run in the 1st quarter after hitting a finger roll layin, 10-24. Knicks in the 1st quarter were shooting 41% from deep but were cold from the field as secured 35% and turned the ball over 3 total times. Knicks were moving the ball around well behind the three point line and got alot of open shots to go in, yet they had issues in ball security and couldn't shoot from inside the arc. Then in the 2nd quarter the Knicks would get on a 7-0 run after Obi Toppin knocked in a running layin but trailed 37-50. Knicks run was let off by forcing a few turnovers with solid stops being made and it led to quick fast break points. Knicks in the 2nd took a major dip as they shot an overall 30% and gave the ball up 5 out of their 8 total times. New York was already struggling from the field but now they can't get shots to drop from behind the arc due to Brooklyn's defense closing out and forcing difficult shots. Also had terrible ball protection. However, New York earned most of their points inside the paint as they created open lanes down low with good passing. As for their defense, they need to start eliminating second chance opportunities by rebounding better and force tougher shots. Knicks pulled in 4 offensive boards, scored 16 points in the paint and slipped into halftime facing a 44-69 deficit. Heading into the 3rd quarter Jalen Brunson would drop in a running mid range J, 64-82. The Knicks in the 3rd still struggling to shoot as they turned in an overall 30% and scored 10 of their 26 total points inside the paint. Including 3 turnovers. Knicks will not win this game if they continue to struggle in finding their shot and have to limit the turnovers but they've executed well in the paint, while capitalizing on second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. Knicks in the final quarter got trounced 20-14 and scored 2 points in the paint with 6 turnovers. Knicks ultamately lost this game due to a lack of shooting with bad ball security and struggled in the paint during the 4th. Despite all that, New York executed well on the fast break and started capitalizing on second chance opportunities. Over on the defensive side they just couldn't stop the Nets in transition and gave up open looks on good shot selections. Knocks scored 30 total points down low, secured 10 fast break points and dropped to a 5-6 record.
Wednesday November 9th, 2022: Durant's triple double was enough to lead the Nets to a 112-85 win against the Knicks. Nets are now teo games beneath .500 and are in last place in the Atlantic Division. Nets late in the 1st got off to a 12-0 run after Edmond Sumner buried a running three point J, 24-8. This run was sparked after scoring easy points in transition off solid defensive stops. Nets outscored New York 38-22 while shooting 60% from the field and 54% when going downtown. Nets simply did a nice job spacing te floor with good passing and it allowed for quality shots to fall while limiting their turnovers with good ball security. During the 2nd quarter Ben Simmons with over two minutes remaining would knock down a nicley made layup, thus going up 64-43. The Nets in the 2nd shot an overall 50% and outscored New York 31-22 but were slowed a bit by turning the ball over 3 out of their 4 total times. Nets continued to do damage with efficient shooting and dominated the paint game with good ball penetration but they need to minus their mistakes. Defensively they've been real effective with their hands and forced key stops, that allowed Brooklyn to score quickly when in transition. Nets scored 12 second chance points, defense forced 6 steals and entered halftime leading 69-44. Now in the 3rd quarter with 8:12 left Kevin Durant would sink in a pull up mid range jumper, 80-55. The Nets in the 3rd were starting to light it up from the field as they shot 50% and scored 10 of their 32 total points in the painted area yet they coughed the ball up 5 times on 9 total turnovers. Nets have to start protecting the ball better but other than that, they've been knocking down quality shots and capitalized on fast break opportunities off good defensive stops. In the end, during the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Joe Harris off a Seth Curry pass would drop in a three point jumper, 108-73. ??. The Nets were able to create speration from their defender with good passes and got an abundance of shots to fall at a high percentage. Defense on the other hand did incredible at closing out the three point line and forced a ton of difficult shots. Along with creating turnovers by utilizing steals and clogged the middle of the paint to eliminate any scoring chances in that area.
Knicks get obliterated by the Nets after suffering a tough 85-112 loss. This defeat sends the Knicks to their sixth loss of 2022 and are one game under 500. Brunson would stop the Nets run in the 1st quarter after hitting a finger roll layin, 10-24. Knicks in the 1st quarter were shooting 41% from deep but were cold from the field as secured 35% and turned the ball over 3 total times. Knicks were moving the ball around well behind the three point line and got alot of open shots to go in, yet they had issues in ball security and couldn't shoot from inside the arc. Then in the 2nd quarter the Knicks would get on a 7-0 run after Obi Toppin knocked in a running layin but trailed 37-50. Knicks run was let off by forcing a few turnovers with solid stops being made and it led to quick fast break points. Knicks in the 2nd took a major dip as they shot an overall 30% and gave the ball up 5 out of their 8 total times. New York was already struggling from the field but now they can't get shots to drop from behind the arc due to Brooklyn's defense closing out and forcing difficult shots. Also had terrible ball protection. However, New York earned most of their points inside the paint as they created open lanes down low with good passing. As for their defense, they need to start eliminating second chance opportunities by rebounding better and force tougher shots. Knicks pulled in 4 offensive boards, scored 16 points in the paint and slipped into halftime facing a 44-69 deficit. Heading into the 3rd quarter Jalen Brunson would drop in a running mid range J, 64-82. The Knicks in the 3rd still struggling to shoot as they turned in an overall 30% and scored 10 of their 26 total points inside the paint. Including 3 turnovers. Knicks will not win this game if they continue to struggle in finding their shot and have to limit the turnovers but they've executed well in the paint, while capitalizing on second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. Knicks in the final quarter got trounced 20-14 and scored 2 points in the paint with 6 turnovers. Knicks ultamately lost this game due to a lack of shooting with bad ball security and struggled in the paint during the 4th. Despite all that, New York executed well on the fast break and started capitalizing on second chance opportunities. Over on the defensive side they just couldn't stop the Nets in transition and gave up open looks on good shot selections. Knocks scored 30 total points down low, secured 10 fast break points and dropped to a 5-6 record.
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Monday November 7th, 2022: Cavaliers get dropped by the Clippers after going down 117-119. This ends the Cavaliers 8-Gane win streak and sit in 2nd place throughout the entire Eastern Conference. Mobley during the 1st quarter would knock in a turning mid range jumper, 23-20. The Cavs in the 1st quarter torched Los Angeles from both ends of the floor, as they shot 66%from the field and 55% when going deep. Cavaliers offense simply doing a nice job of spacing the floor with good passes and it's allowed for quality scoring chances. Then during the 2nd quarter Mitchell would sink in a turning mid range J to give the Cavs a 56-52 lead. The Cavs in the 2nd were hurting the Clippers three point defense by shooting 60% and scored 13 total fast break points while getting outscored 33-27. Including 59% from the field. Cleveland's offense is simply getting solid shots to drop on great ball rotation and were dominating in transition off solid defensive stops but have to limit the turnovers. Cavs turned it over 9 total times, scored 2 second chance points off 5 offensive rebounds and entered halftime tied at 64-64. Heading into the 3rd quarter Evan Mobley would cut to the rim before receiving a pass from Jarrett Allen and knocking in a nicely made layup, this retaking their back 82-81. Cavs in the 3rd were shooting an overall 50% with 2 turnovers tallied and scored 12 of their 40 total points in the painted area. Cavs simply limiting the costly turnovers and got easy paths to the paint off good ball penetration. We now turn our attentions to the midway mark of the 4th quarter, where Caris LeVert buried a beauty of a layup, 101-92. Cavs in the final quarter managed to shoot 51% from the field and scored 6 of their 46 total points in the paint, while turning the ball over 6 times. Cleveland couldn't get the necessary shots to fall even off good ball movement and struggled in the painted area. Including an abundance of mistakes. On the defensive side they struggled to make stops and got beat in transition. Cavs turned in 29 team assists, snagged 10 offensive boards and dropped to an 8-2 record.
Clippers knock off the high powered Cavaliers by snagging a 119-117 Victory. This gives the Clippers their sixth win of the year and are one game over .500. Reggie Jackson in the 1st off a George pass would dial up a mid range floater, 20-21. The Clippers in the 1st got outscored 37-31 but shot an overall 50% turned the ball over 3 times. Clippers have to limit mistakes but were getting good shots to fall on open looks. Now during the halfway mark of the 2nd Paul George would bring the Clips within two after hitting a mid range jumper, 60-62. The Clippers through two continuted to shoot at an overall 50% and turned the ball over 3 out of their 6 total times. Los Angeles set each other up with nice passing and it allowed for quality shots to go in but they need to minus the mistakes moving forward. As for their defense they need to defend the three point line better and find ways to clog the paint because they were getting ran in that area. Clips defense forced 5 steals, secured 12 team assists and walked into the half knotted at 64-64. Entering the late stages of the 3rd quarter Paul George would knock down a pull three point jumper, thus going up 81-78. Clippers in the 3rd were lightning it up from the field as they shot 54% and scored 6 points in the paint but missed more three balls then they were made and were held to 1 second chance points. Despite 53% from downtown, LA needs to start getting more three's to drop and have to do better on the offensive glass, because that usually leads to big second chance scoring. In the 4th quarter with over two minutes to go, Maxey would force a steal off LeVert's bad pass and in transition knocked in a heavy one handed slam, 108-112. Clippers after that, with 13 ticks left would gain a lead after Paul George sunk in a mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 115-112. This 17-1 run was sparked by scoring easy points in transition off solid defensive stops and a few turns. Clippers in the 4th shot 50% from the field while utilizing a 21-6 run and outscored the Cavs 31-30. Including 8 points in the paint. Clippers simply got all their shots from the field to drop in crunch time and the defense made critical stops down low with turnovers being forced, as it led to easy points for the offense when on a fast break. Clippers scored 25 points off Cavs 17 turnovers, dished in 19 team assists and improved to a 6-5 record.
Monday November 7th, 2022: Cavaliers get dropped by the Clippers after going down 117-119. This ends the Cavaliers 8-Gane win streak and sit in 2nd place throughout the entire Eastern Conference. Mobley during the 1st quarter would knock in a turning mid range jumper, 23-20. The Cavs in the 1st quarter torched Los Angeles from both ends of the floor, as they shot 66%from the field and 55% when going deep. Cavaliers offense simply doing a nice job of spacing the floor with good passes and it's allowed for quality scoring chances. Then during the 2nd quarter Mitchell would sink in a turning mid range J to give the Cavs a 56-52 lead. The Cavs in the 2nd were hurting the Clippers three point defense by shooting 60% and scored 13 total fast break points while getting outscored 33-27. Including 59% from the field. Cleveland's offense is simply getting solid shots to drop on great ball rotation and were dominating in transition off solid defensive stops but have to limit the turnovers. Cavs turned it over 9 total times, scored 2 second chance points off 5 offensive rebounds and entered halftime tied at 64-64. Heading into the 3rd quarter Evan Mobley would cut to the rim before receiving a pass from Jarrett Allen and knocking in a nicely made layup, this retaking their back 82-81. Cavs in the 3rd were shooting an overall 50% with 2 turnovers tallied and scored 12 of their 40 total points in the painted area. Cavs simply limiting the costly turnovers and got easy paths to the paint off good ball penetration. We now turn our attentions to the midway mark of the 4th quarter, where Caris LeVert buried a beauty of a layup, 101-92. Cavs in the final quarter managed to shoot 51% from the field and scored 6 of their 46 total points in the paint, while turning the ball over 6 times. Cleveland couldn't get the necessary shots to fall even off good ball movement and struggled in the painted area. Including an abundance of mistakes. On the defensive side they struggled to make stops and got beat in transition. Cavs turned in 29 team assists, snagged 10 offensive boards and dropped to an 8-2 record.
Clippers knock off the high powered Cavaliers by snagging a 119-117 Victory. This gives the Clippers their sixth win of the year and are one game over .500. Reggie Jackson in the 1st off a George pass would dial up a mid range floater, 20-21. The Clippers in the 1st got outscored 37-31 but shot an overall 50% turned the ball over 3 times. Clippers have to limit mistakes but were getting good shots to fall on open looks. Now during the halfway mark of the 2nd Paul George would bring the Clips within two after hitting a mid range jumper, 60-62. The Clippers through two continuted to shoot at an overall 50% and turned the ball over 3 out of their 6 total times. Los Angeles set each other up with nice passing and it allowed for quality shots to go in but they need to minus the mistakes moving forward. As for their defense they need to defend the three point line better and find ways to clog the paint because they were getting ran in that area. Clips defense forced 5 steals, secured 12 team assists and walked into the half knotted at 64-64. Entering the late stages of the 3rd quarter Paul George would knock down a pull three point jumper, thus going up 81-78. Clippers in the 3rd were lightning it up from the field as they shot 54% and scored 6 points in the paint but missed more three balls then they were made and were held to 1 second chance points. Despite 53% from downtown, LA needs to start getting more three's to drop and have to do better on the offensive glass, because that usually leads to big second chance scoring. In the 4th quarter with over two minutes to go, Maxey would force a steal off LeVert's bad pass and in transition knocked in a heavy one handed slam, 108-112. Clippers after that, with 13 ticks left would gain a lead after Paul George sunk in a mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 115-112. This 17-1 run was sparked by scoring easy points in transition off solid defensive stops and a few turns. Clippers in the 4th shot 50% from the field while utilizing a 21-6 run and outscored the Cavs 31-30. Including 8 points in the paint. Clippers simply got all their shots from the field to drop in crunch time and the defense made critical stops down low with turnovers being forced, as it led to easy points for the offense when on a fast break. Clippers scored 25 points off Cavs 17 turnovers, dished in 19 team assists and improved to a 6-5 record.
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Friday November 4th, 2022: Bucks slide past the Timberwolves by securing a 115-102 Victory. Bucks remain undefeated and are 2-0 on the road. Jrue Holiday in the 1st quarter would bury a mid range floater, 22-13. The Bucks in the 1st quarter were scorching after shooting 63% from the field and 88% when going deep while scoring 10 total points in the paint. Bucks rotated the ball around well and it allowed for quality shots to fall on open looks. One negative is that Milwaukee turned the ball over 4 times and need to clean that up. Bucks have to penatrate the paint continuously and keep moving the ball around to help setup good shots. Then during the 2nd quarter Milwaukee would push their lead to ten after Bobby Portis cut to the paint while securing a pass from Jrue Holiday and dropped in a nicley made layup, 48-38. Bucks in the 2nd got outscored 28-27 but manged to knock in an overall 40% and scored 5 second chance points off 5 offensive rebounds. Bucks assisted the ball well as it led to a high percentage of shots to fall and capitalized on second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. As for their defense they've given no space from behind the arc and forced Minnesota into tough three point shots but need to do better at clogging the paint because Minnesota is torching them in that area. Bucks scored 10 total second chance points, shot 83% from the free throw lime and slipped into halftime up 61-54. Heading into the 3rd quarter with 1:08 left Bobby Portis would receive a pass from Antetokounmpo beofre dialing in a mid rage jumper, 91-76. The Bucks in the 3rd quarter repaid Minnesota by outscoring them 34-30 while shooting an overall 40% and scored 12 of theor 28 total points in the paint. Including 0 turnovers and tallied 18 total points off Minnesota mistakes. Bucks continuted to get open shots to drop and executed well in the paint. Defense on the other hand were forcing the Wolves off the three point line but need to defend the fast break better and are still struggling to guard the paint. In conclusion, Milwaukee woukd add the putaway score as Portis sunk in a turning mid range jumper, 110-99. Bucks in the final quarter torched the Wolves from downtown as they buried 44% with 12 points scored in the paint and kept the turnovers rate low. Milwaukee won this game on offense by simply dominating inside the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities with easy points. As well as spacing the floor with great passing. Their defense was another story, as they closed out the three point line with good defense and forced a ton of missed shots in crunch time. Bucks scored 24 points off the Wolves 16 turnovers, shot 57% from the free throw line and improved to an 8-0 record.
Timberwolves get delat by the Bucls after suffering a tough 102-115 loss to the Bucks. This defeat dropped Minnesota to their 5th loss of the year and one game under .500. Wolves in the 1st would come within nine after Towns dropped in a nicley made layup, 21-30. Timberwolves in the first 12 minutes got good shots to drop from the field as they turned in 54% and gave the ball up just twice but they secured a poor 33% from downtown off the Bucks defense forcing tough shots. Also scored 12 points in the paint. Timberwolves are doing a great job so fsr in terms of getting shots to to go in and dominated the paint game. Wolves need to continue to attack the rim at a high velocity and shoot better from three point range.Later in the 2nd quarter Minnesota would inch within 8 after Anthony Edwards sunk in a pull up three point jumper, 51-59. The Wolves in the 2nd hammered the Bucks inside the paint with 24 total points and shot 50% from the field but turned the ball over 5 times. The Wolves opened up the paint with good passing and were able to create space from their defenders in order to knock down contested shots from the field. Wolves just have to minus the mistakes and need to do better at collecting offensvie boards.a Defensively they forced 2 turnovers and held Milwaukee to 4 of their 14 total points inside the paint. T-Wolves defense moving forward has to start defending the three ball and limit how many points they allow in the painted area. Wolves turned the ball over 7 total times, scored 4 second chance points with 3 offensive boards and entered the half down 54-61 . We now turn our attentions to late stages of the 3rd quarter, where Minneaota got off to a 10-0 run after Nowell hammered in a one handed layup, 74-86. This run was sparked by scoring easy points in transition off solid defensive stops. Wolves in three scored 4 of theor 9 total points when on the fast break and shot 47% from the field with 6 turnivers added. Wolves offense got jump started after scoring quick points in tranastion and were finding their way to the paint for an abundance of points. Now in the 4th quarter Edward's woukd record a three point J but were behind 99-108. Timberwolves in the 4th got outscored 20-18 while shooting a solid 42% from the field and coughed the ball up 7 times with no fast break points. This offense lost due to the lack of three point shots being made and had terrible ball security pretty much all night. Look.....Minnesota had some spurring moments but the problem was that they kept matching Milwaukee basket for basket and can't do that against a team like this. Wolves snagged 37 defensive rebounds, shot 76% from the free throw line and dipped down to a 4-5 record.
Friday November 4th, 2022: Bucks slide past the Timberwolves by securing a 115-102 Victory. Bucks remain undefeated and are 2-0 on the road. Jrue Holiday in the 1st quarter would bury a mid range floater, 22-13. The Bucks in the 1st quarter were scorching after shooting 63% from the field and 88% when going deep while scoring 10 total points in the paint. Bucks rotated the ball around well and it allowed for quality shots to fall on open looks. One negative is that Milwaukee turned the ball over 4 times and need to clean that up. Bucks have to penatrate the paint continuously and keep moving the ball around to help setup good shots. Then during the 2nd quarter Milwaukee would push their lead to ten after Bobby Portis cut to the paint while securing a pass from Jrue Holiday and dropped in a nicley made layup, 48-38. Bucks in the 2nd got outscored 28-27 but manged to knock in an overall 40% and scored 5 second chance points off 5 offensive rebounds. Bucks assisted the ball well as it led to a high percentage of shots to fall and capitalized on second chance scoring off solid offensive rebounding. As for their defense they've given no space from behind the arc and forced Minnesota into tough three point shots but need to do better at clogging the paint because Minnesota is torching them in that area. Bucks scored 10 total second chance points, shot 83% from the free throw lime and slipped into halftime up 61-54. Heading into the 3rd quarter with 1:08 left Bobby Portis would receive a pass from Antetokounmpo beofre dialing in a mid rage jumper, 91-76. The Bucks in the 3rd quarter repaid Minnesota by outscoring them 34-30 while shooting an overall 40% and scored 12 of theor 28 total points in the paint. Including 0 turnovers and tallied 18 total points off Minnesota mistakes. Bucks continuted to get open shots to drop and executed well in the paint. Defense on the other hand were forcing the Wolves off the three point line but need to defend the fast break better and are still struggling to guard the paint. In conclusion, Milwaukee woukd add the putaway score as Portis sunk in a turning mid range jumper, 110-99. Bucks in the final quarter torched the Wolves from downtown as they buried 44% with 12 points scored in the paint and kept the turnovers rate low. Milwaukee won this game on offense by simply dominating inside the paint and capitalized on fast break opportunities with easy points. As well as spacing the floor with great passing. Their defense was another story, as they closed out the three point line with good defense and forced a ton of missed shots in crunch time. Bucks scored 24 points off the Wolves 16 turnovers, shot 57% from the free throw line and improved to an 8-0 record.
Timberwolves get delat by the Bucls after suffering a tough 102-115 loss to the Bucks. This defeat dropped Minnesota to their 5th loss of the year and one game under .500. Wolves in the 1st would come within nine after Towns dropped in a nicley made layup, 21-30. Timberwolves in the first 12 minutes got good shots to drop from the field as they turned in 54% and gave the ball up just twice but they secured a poor 33% from downtown off the Bucks defense forcing tough shots. Also scored 12 points in the paint. Timberwolves are doing a great job so fsr in terms of getting shots to to go in and dominated the paint game. Wolves need to continue to attack the rim at a high velocity and shoot better from three point range.Later in the 2nd quarter Minnesota would inch within 8 after Anthony Edwards sunk in a pull up three point jumper, 51-59. The Wolves in the 2nd hammered the Bucks inside the paint with 24 total points and shot 50% from the field but turned the ball over 5 times. The Wolves opened up the paint with good passing and were able to create space from their defenders in order to knock down contested shots from the field. Wolves just have to minus the mistakes and need to do better at collecting offensvie boards.a Defensively they forced 2 turnovers and held Milwaukee to 4 of their 14 total points inside the paint. T-Wolves defense moving forward has to start defending the three ball and limit how many points they allow in the painted area. Wolves turned the ball over 7 total times, scored 4 second chance points with 3 offensive boards and entered the half down 54-61 . We now turn our attentions to late stages of the 3rd quarter, where Minneaota got off to a 10-0 run after Nowell hammered in a one handed layup, 74-86. This run was sparked by scoring easy points in transition off solid defensive stops. Wolves in three scored 4 of theor 9 total points when on the fast break and shot 47% from the field with 6 turnivers added. Wolves offense got jump started after scoring quick points in tranastion and were finding their way to the paint for an abundance of points. Now in the 4th quarter Edward's woukd record a three point J but were behind 99-108. Timberwolves in the 4th got outscored 20-18 while shooting a solid 42% from the field and coughed the ball up 7 times with no fast break points. This offense lost due to the lack of three point shots being made and had terrible ball security pretty much all night. Look.....Minnesota had some spurring moments but the problem was that they kept matching Milwaukee basket for basket and can't do that against a team like this. Wolves snagged 37 defensive rebounds, shot 76% from the free throw line and dipped down to a 4-5 record.
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Wednesday November 2nd, 2022: Cavaliers hold off the Celtics by a score of 114-113. Cavaliers move to 6 wins in a row and sit in 2nd place in the Central Division. Cavs early in the 1st were off to a 7-0 run after Garland recorded a mid rnage floater, 28-19. Cavs spark this run by scoring quick fast break points off the defense forcing turnovers. The Cavs in the 1st managed to shoot an overall 40% while scoring 16 total points in the paint and outscored Boston 35-27. Cavs have done a nice job of getting quality shots to fall from the field off good ball movement and dominated down low. Cavs need to continue to keep pressure on the three point line because right now that's where most of the damage is coming from. Later on in the 2nd quarter Cleveland would end the Celtics 13-0 run with a fading mid range jumper, 48-53. Cavs through two were shooting an overall 30% and gave the ball up 7 out of their 8 total times after having only 1 back in the 1st. Cavs simply struggling to get a basket to fall in and couldn't protect the ball. As for their defense they they had a tough time closing down the paint and could not stop Boston in transition. Cavs dished in 9 team assists, shot 100% from the free throw line and entered halftime down 50-56. Entering the 3rd quarter Cleveland would come within two and were off to a 10-0 run after Darius Garland turned in a nicley made finger roll layin, 64-66. This run was let off by the defense setting the tone with quick stops and it allowed for easy points in transition. Afterwards, Cleveland would snag a lead after Caris LeVert hit a turning mid rnage jumper, 70-68. Cavaliers in the 3rd were lightning it up from the field with 41% shooting and turned the ball over twice while outscoring Boston 31-18. Cavs got easy buckets when utilizing the fast break and hammered Celtics inside the paint. Cavs also didn't rush their shots, instead they settled down and moved the ball well until someone was open for a solid shot selection. Defensively they've held Boston to 29% from three point range due to closing out and forcing tough shots. In the 4th quarter Mitchell would put Cleveland up by four with over a minute left, after hitting a three point jumper, 102-98. Cavs in the 4th like Boston worked the paint game well by scoring 14 points and shot a solid 42% from the field. Cavs continuted to frustrate Boston inside the paint and were getting quality shots to go in. Heading into Overtime Cleveland would add the knockout punch after Mitchell delivered a dime to Allen who cut to the bakset for a one handed slam, 114-109. Cavaliers outscored Boston 7-6 with 3 turnovers added and turned in 42% from the field. They simply punished the paint all game long and opened up their shooting lanes with good passing, as it led to quality scoring chances. Cavs shot 28% from deep range, were outscored 31-24 and piled their win total to 6-1.
Celtics get knocked off by the Cavaliers by a score of 113-114, in Overtime. Celtics now trail the 1st place Raptors by half a game back and suffered their third defeat of the season. Celtics in the 1st would inch within three after Brogdon sunk in a three point J, 18-21. The Celtics got 40% of their shots to fall from the field and scored 7 fast break points but were struggling from deep with 37% and turned the ball over 4 times. Celtics offense so far doing a nice job of capitalizing on fast break opportunities and getting quality shots to drop. Celtics have to limit mistakes and start getting better shot selections from downtown. Then during the 2nd quarter the Celtics would take their first lead and were off to an 8-0 run as Derrick White buried a three point jumper, 49-46. This run was sparked by getting quick defensive stops and led to easy points in transition. Celtics in the 2nd repaid Cleveland by outscoring them 29-15 and shot 42% from the field but they still struggled in the turnover department. Boston also dominated down low as they scored 12 of their 20 totsl points in the paint. Celtics continued to get shots to fall from the field at a high percentage and moved the ball around well. However, they need to find a way to lessesn the mistakes because if not, Cleveland will start capitalizing. C's turned the ball over 8 total times, utilized 15 team assists and slipped into the half carrying a six points 56-50 lead. During the 3rd quarter with 3:07 to go Jayson Tatum would knock in a wide open three to help Boston tie this game at 74-74. Boston in the 3rd took a major dip from field as they shot a poor 38% once again turned the ball over 4 times. Boston is simply missing way to many shots in a row and have can't handle the ball. Including 2 poimts in the paint. Their just not being consistent enough with their shots and were struggling in the paint game. Over on the defensive side they can't stop the Cavs in transition and are allowing to many points. We now turn our attentions to the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Tatum with 6 ticks left got past a Cavs defender before hammering down a contested one handed slam, 107-107. Celtics in the 4th shot 42% from the field and coughed the ball up 5 out of their 13 total times while scoring 14 points in the paint. C's rotated the ball around well enough to help create open looks, in order for their players to get solid shot opportunities. Also pentrated the paint at a high rate. Now in Overtime Tatum would drop in a driving layup to bring Boston within one, 113-114. Celtics in OT knocked in 40% from the field and scored key second chsnce points off offensive rebounding. C's capitalized well when getting out in transition and got great looks at the basket but were slowed down by an abundance of turnovers. Celtics shot 26 of 27 from the free throw line, scored 6 points off the Cavs 11 turnovers and dropped to a 4-3 record.
Wednesday November 2nd, 2022: Cavaliers hold off the Celtics by a score of 114-113. Cavaliers move to 6 wins in a row and sit in 2nd place in the Central Division. Cavs early in the 1st were off to a 7-0 run after Garland recorded a mid rnage floater, 28-19. Cavs spark this run by scoring quick fast break points off the defense forcing turnovers. The Cavs in the 1st managed to shoot an overall 40% while scoring 16 total points in the paint and outscored Boston 35-27. Cavs have done a nice job of getting quality shots to fall from the field off good ball movement and dominated down low. Cavs need to continue to keep pressure on the three point line because right now that's where most of the damage is coming from. Later on in the 2nd quarter Cleveland would end the Celtics 13-0 run with a fading mid range jumper, 48-53. Cavs through two were shooting an overall 30% and gave the ball up 7 out of their 8 total times after having only 1 back in the 1st. Cavs simply struggling to get a basket to fall in and couldn't protect the ball. As for their defense they they had a tough time closing down the paint and could not stop Boston in transition. Cavs dished in 9 team assists, shot 100% from the free throw line and entered halftime down 50-56. Entering the 3rd quarter Cleveland would come within two and were off to a 10-0 run after Darius Garland turned in a nicley made finger roll layin, 64-66. This run was let off by the defense setting the tone with quick stops and it allowed for easy points in transition. Afterwards, Cleveland would snag a lead after Caris LeVert hit a turning mid rnage jumper, 70-68. Cavaliers in the 3rd were lightning it up from the field with 41% shooting and turned the ball over twice while outscoring Boston 31-18. Cavs got easy buckets when utilizing the fast break and hammered Celtics inside the paint. Cavs also didn't rush their shots, instead they settled down and moved the ball well until someone was open for a solid shot selection. Defensively they've held Boston to 29% from three point range due to closing out and forcing tough shots. In the 4th quarter Mitchell would put Cleveland up by four with over a minute left, after hitting a three point jumper, 102-98. Cavs in the 4th like Boston worked the paint game well by scoring 14 points and shot a solid 42% from the field. Cavs continuted to frustrate Boston inside the paint and were getting quality shots to go in. Heading into Overtime Cleveland would add the knockout punch after Mitchell delivered a dime to Allen who cut to the bakset for a one handed slam, 114-109. Cavaliers outscored Boston 7-6 with 3 turnovers added and turned in 42% from the field. They simply punished the paint all game long and opened up their shooting lanes with good passing, as it led to quality scoring chances. Cavs shot 28% from deep range, were outscored 31-24 and piled their win total to 6-1.
Celtics get knocked off by the Cavaliers by a score of 113-114, in Overtime. Celtics now trail the 1st place Raptors by half a game back and suffered their third defeat of the season. Celtics in the 1st would inch within three after Brogdon sunk in a three point J, 18-21. The Celtics got 40% of their shots to fall from the field and scored 7 fast break points but were struggling from deep with 37% and turned the ball over 4 times. Celtics offense so far doing a nice job of capitalizing on fast break opportunities and getting quality shots to drop. Celtics have to limit mistakes and start getting better shot selections from downtown. Then during the 2nd quarter the Celtics would take their first lead and were off to an 8-0 run as Derrick White buried a three point jumper, 49-46. This run was sparked by getting quick defensive stops and led to easy points in transition. Celtics in the 2nd repaid Cleveland by outscoring them 29-15 and shot 42% from the field but they still struggled in the turnover department. Boston also dominated down low as they scored 12 of their 20 totsl points in the paint. Celtics continued to get shots to fall from the field at a high percentage and moved the ball around well. However, they need to find a way to lessesn the mistakes because if not, Cleveland will start capitalizing. C's turned the ball over 8 total times, utilized 15 team assists and slipped into the half carrying a six points 56-50 lead. During the 3rd quarter with 3:07 to go Jayson Tatum would knock in a wide open three to help Boston tie this game at 74-74. Boston in the 3rd took a major dip from field as they shot a poor 38% once again turned the ball over 4 times. Boston is simply missing way to many shots in a row and have can't handle the ball. Including 2 poimts in the paint. Their just not being consistent enough with their shots and were struggling in the paint game. Over on the defensive side they can't stop the Cavs in transition and are allowing to many points. We now turn our attentions to the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Tatum with 6 ticks left got past a Cavs defender before hammering down a contested one handed slam, 107-107. Celtics in the 4th shot 42% from the field and coughed the ball up 5 out of their 13 total times while scoring 14 points in the paint. C's rotated the ball around well enough to help create open looks, in order for their players to get solid shot opportunities. Also pentrated the paint at a high rate. Now in Overtime Tatum would drop in a driving layup to bring Boston within one, 113-114. Celtics in OT knocked in 40% from the field and scored key second chsnce points off offensive rebounding. C's capitalized well when getting out in transition and got great looks at the basket but were slowed down by an abundance of turnovers. Celtics shot 26 of 27 from the free throw line, scored 6 points off the Cavs 11 turnovers and dropped to a 4-3 record.
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BREAKING: The Nets have officially fired Head Coach Steve Nash after a short 3 year stint with the team. This firing comes after the Nets are to 2-5 on the year and let's be honest Steve Nash has been having issues with this team for the last few years. There was alot of drama surrounding the team......especially between Harden wanting to leave and Irving only playing certain games while other extra things were going on. Nets were simply to busy thinking about a so called "SUPER TEAM". Doesn't work like that.
BREAKING: The Nets have officially fired Head Coach Steve Nash after a short 3 year stint with the team. This firing comes after the Nets are to 2-5 on the year and let's be honest Steve Nash has been having issues with this team for the last few years. There was alot of drama surrounding the team......especially between Harden wanting to leave and Irving only playing certain games while other extra things were going on. Nets were simply to busy thinking about a so called "SUPER TEAM". Doesn't work like that.
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Monday October 31st, 2022: 76ers handle the Wizards by securing a 118-111 win. This helps Philly crawl back to .500 and are riding three victories in a row. Philly in the 1st quarter would a four point advantage after Harden sunk in a step back three pointer and got fouled in the process for a three four point play, 20-16. 76ers in the 1st shot an overall 50% and outscored Washingron 30-28. Philly doing a nice job of setting each other up with good passes being made and executed in the paint by scoring 10 points. 76ers have to keep getting shots to fall at a high rate. However, they need to limit the turnovers after having 3 to start. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter PJ Tucker would dial up a mid rnage floater, 47-43. Philly in the 2nd were able to spot in 46% shooting from the field and scored 12 of their 22 points inside the paint but were slowed down by turning the ball over 3 times for a second striaght quarter. They also took a dip from deep with 33%. Sixers simply doing a nice job of generating offense off solid passing but have to start getting the three ball to drop and lessen the mistakes. As for their defense they pressured Washington by forcing 6 of their 8 turnovers off 7 team steals. This defense needs to maintain sustainable pressure and continue to force them into a three point shooting slump. Sixers scored 7 fast break points, shot 77% from the free throw line and slipped into halftime tied at 52-52. During he 3rd quarter Philadelphia wouuld go up by one after Tobias Harris off a Tucker pass turned in a layup, thus gaining a 72-71 lead. The Sixers through three just couldn't be stopped from the field as they shot 56% and were able to snag 6 of their 13 total fast break points yet they struggled in ball security after turning the ball over 5 out of their 11 times. Philly needs to figure out how to secure the ball better because they can't keep doing this and expect to win. Despite the mistakes, Philly is handling the fast break opportunities off the defense forcing stops and takeaways. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter the 76ers would ultimately pull away after Tobias Harris forced a steal off Beal before finding Melton who was on a fast break and hit a layup, 107-97. 76ers in the 4th were able to shoot 56% from the field off good ball rotation and scored 4 of their 17 total points on the fast break. Including 40% from three point range and lessened their turnovers to just 2. 76ers all night got good shots to fall from the field while finally getting three pointers to drop in the 2nd half and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Defense on the other hand were alert with their hands as they forced 4 of their 14 total steals and held Washington to 10 made three's on 25 attempts due to forcing tough shots. 76ers handle in 42 total rebounds, dished in 26 team assists and recorded a 4-4 record.
Wizards during last nights matchup suffered a tough 111-118 loss to the 76ers. This defeat sends Washington to their fourth loss of the year and are one game under .500. Wizards in the 1st would come within three after Anthony Gill hammered down a slam, 18-21. Wizards in the 1st managed to knock in a solid 45% from the field while scoring 5 fast break points and dominated down low by turning in 16 total points but struggled immensely from deep with 25% and gave the ball up 3 times. Wizards have to do better at getting shots to fall from deep and minus the turnovers. As well as needing to do a much better job at getting shots to fall from the field and keep racking up the fast break opportunities when provided. Entering the 2nd quarter Wizards would get off to a 9-0 run after Will Barton knocked in a nicley made layup, 52-47. This run was setup on solid defensive stops and it led to easy points in transition. The Wizards in the 2nd repaid Philly by outscoring them 24-22 while getting 40% of their shots to fall from the field and continuted to hammer Philadelphia inside the painted area but were still struggling from deep. If the Wizards want a chance in the 2nd half then they have start getting open from behind the arc by simply spacing the perimeter to give their players an opportunity to knock down quality shots. Defensively they need to continue their pressure on Philly by forcing constant turnovers and start forcing them into bad shot selections from deep or even from the field. Wizards also have to defend better when guarding the paint. Wizards defense turned in 3 team blocks, shot 3 for 8 from downtown and were tied at 52-52 when going into halftime. In the 3rd quarter Bradley Beal would turn in a slam to give Washington a 71-68 lead. Washington in the 3rd were feeding the ball around well as. It led to 46% shooting from the field and scored 12 of their 42 total points when getting to the paint. Also turned the ball over just twice. Wizards have taken care of the ball better and got quality shots to fall from the field while keeping their turnover rate low. Heading into the 4th quarter Washington managed to inch withing 9 after Monte Morris recorded three point jumper, 100-109. Wizards in the final quarter managed to outscore Philly 38-32 and shot 46% from the field yet they gave the ball up 5 out of their 15 total times. Along with securing 5 offensive boards that led to 8 second chance points. Wizards unfortunately lost this game due to poor three point shooting and couldn't keep the turnover rate to a minimum but they were able to capitalize on second chance opportunities off solid offensive rebounding. Wizards jammed in 9 offensive boards, scored 15 points off the Sixers 13 turnovers and managed to fall to a 3-4 record.
Monday October 31st, 2022: 76ers handle the Wizards by securing a 118-111 win. This helps Philly crawl back to .500 and are riding three victories in a row. Philly in the 1st quarter would a four point advantage after Harden sunk in a step back three pointer and got fouled in the process for a three four point play, 20-16. 76ers in the 1st shot an overall 50% and outscored Washingron 30-28. Philly doing a nice job of setting each other up with good passes being made and executed in the paint by scoring 10 points. 76ers have to keep getting shots to fall at a high rate. However, they need to limit the turnovers after having 3 to start. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter PJ Tucker would dial up a mid rnage floater, 47-43. Philly in the 2nd were able to spot in 46% shooting from the field and scored 12 of their 22 points inside the paint but were slowed down by turning the ball over 3 times for a second striaght quarter. They also took a dip from deep with 33%. Sixers simply doing a nice job of generating offense off solid passing but have to start getting the three ball to drop and lessen the mistakes. As for their defense they pressured Washington by forcing 6 of their 8 turnovers off 7 team steals. This defense needs to maintain sustainable pressure and continue to force them into a three point shooting slump. Sixers scored 7 fast break points, shot 77% from the free throw line and slipped into halftime tied at 52-52. During he 3rd quarter Philadelphia wouuld go up by one after Tobias Harris off a Tucker pass turned in a layup, thus gaining a 72-71 lead. The Sixers through three just couldn't be stopped from the field as they shot 56% and were able to snag 6 of their 13 total fast break points yet they struggled in ball security after turning the ball over 5 out of their 11 times. Philly needs to figure out how to secure the ball better because they can't keep doing this and expect to win. Despite the mistakes, Philly is handling the fast break opportunities off the defense forcing stops and takeaways. In conclusion, during the 4th quarter the 76ers would ultimately pull away after Tobias Harris forced a steal off Beal before finding Melton who was on a fast break and hit a layup, 107-97. 76ers in the 4th were able to shoot 56% from the field off good ball rotation and scored 4 of their 17 total points on the fast break. Including 40% from three point range and lessened their turnovers to just 2. 76ers all night got good shots to fall from the field while finally getting three pointers to drop in the 2nd half and capitalized on fast break opportunities. Defense on the other hand were alert with their hands as they forced 4 of their 14 total steals and held Washington to 10 made three's on 25 attempts due to forcing tough shots. 76ers handle in 42 total rebounds, dished in 26 team assists and recorded a 4-4 record.
Wizards during last nights matchup suffered a tough 111-118 loss to the 76ers. This defeat sends Washington to their fourth loss of the year and are one game under .500. Wizards in the 1st would come within three after Anthony Gill hammered down a slam, 18-21. Wizards in the 1st managed to knock in a solid 45% from the field while scoring 5 fast break points and dominated down low by turning in 16 total points but struggled immensely from deep with 25% and gave the ball up 3 times. Wizards have to do better at getting shots to fall from deep and minus the turnovers. As well as needing to do a much better job at getting shots to fall from the field and keep racking up the fast break opportunities when provided. Entering the 2nd quarter Wizards would get off to a 9-0 run after Will Barton knocked in a nicley made layup, 52-47. This run was setup on solid defensive stops and it led to easy points in transition. The Wizards in the 2nd repaid Philly by outscoring them 24-22 while getting 40% of their shots to fall from the field and continuted to hammer Philadelphia inside the painted area but were still struggling from deep. If the Wizards want a chance in the 2nd half then they have start getting open from behind the arc by simply spacing the perimeter to give their players an opportunity to knock down quality shots. Defensively they need to continue their pressure on Philly by forcing constant turnovers and start forcing them into bad shot selections from deep or even from the field. Wizards also have to defend better when guarding the paint. Wizards defense turned in 3 team blocks, shot 3 for 8 from downtown and were tied at 52-52 when going into halftime. In the 3rd quarter Bradley Beal would turn in a slam to give Washington a 71-68 lead. Washington in the 3rd were feeding the ball around well as. It led to 46% shooting from the field and scored 12 of their 42 total points when getting to the paint. Also turned the ball over just twice. Wizards have taken care of the ball better and got quality shots to fall from the field while keeping their turnover rate low. Heading into the 4th quarter Washington managed to inch withing 9 after Monte Morris recorded three point jumper, 100-109. Wizards in the final quarter managed to outscore Philly 38-32 and shot 46% from the field yet they gave the ball up 5 out of their 15 total times. Along with securing 5 offensive boards that led to 8 second chance points. Wizards unfortunately lost this game due to poor three point shooting and couldn't keep the turnover rate to a minimum but they were able to capitalize on second chance opportunities off solid offensive rebounding. Wizards jammed in 9 offensive boards, scored 15 points off the Sixers 13 turnovers and managed to fall to a 3-4 record.
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Thursday October 27th, 2022: Heat get over powered by the Warriors and it sent them to a rough 110-123 loss. This defeat sends Miami to their 4th loss of the year and are 1-1 on the road. Heat in the 1st quarter with 2:31 would come wuthin two following a Robinson three pointer off a Butler assist, 23-25. The Heat in the 1st managed to get quality looks at the rim from the field as they shot 45% and scored 5 fast break points but were forced into 3 turnovers. Heat did a great job of spacing the floor with good passing and got buckets to fall while dominating in transition but have to limit how many times they turn the ball over. Defensively they've remained sharp by running Golden State off the three point line and kept the turnovers coming. Then during the 2nd quarter Bam Adebayo would turn in a mid rage fade to bring the Heat within two, 43-45. Heat in the 2nd were hot from the field as they shot 41% and limited the turnovers to just one while scoring 10 of their 15 total points on the fast break. Heat basically did what they were supposed to and that was continuing to get solid shots to fall on good looks and executed transitional play. Over on the defensive side they've shutdown the three point line by forcing consecutive misses and that's what they'll have to keep doing in order to win the 2nd half. Heat shot 91% from the free throw line, scored 8 second chance points and entered halftime trailing 59-63. In the 3rd quarter Miami got off to a 7-0 run as Butler hammered in a nicley made layup, 77-74. This run was sparked by scoring easy points in tranastion and made quick defensive stops. The Heat in the 3rd spotted in 42% shooting from the field and scored 4 of their 19 total points when getting out on a fast break. Heat need to maintain a high shooting percentage from the field and they have to start getting the three ball to drop. Despite the lack of three's being made, Miami really did an excellent job of executing on fast break opportunities. On the defensive end of things they forced 4 turnovers and made solid stops from time to time. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Max Strus off a Herro assist woukd deliver a three point jumper but trialed 105-111. Heat in 4th got good shot selections from the field after securing 44% but they were held to 0 fast break points and were outscored 31-23. Miami's offensive production was slowed down when on the fast break as they were hard to come by and lacked three point shooting as they shot 30% or under. Including poor defense as they couldn't stop the bleeding in the paint and gave up to many easy points from the field. Heat shot 32% from three point range, turned the ball over 12 total times and fell to a 2-4 record.
"Chef Curry" drops 33 points and it led the Warriors to a 123-110 win against the Heat. Golden State sits in 2nd place in the Pacific Division and are 3-2 at home. Warriors in the 1st would would go up by three after Curry hit a step back three pointer, 21-18. The Warriors in the 1st set each other up with good passes to create open looks and it allowed for 54% shooting from the field while penatratimg the paint for 18 points. Warriors simply did a nice job of distributing the ball around and were getting quality shots to fall. However, Golden State's offense has to limit the turnover margin because they have 6 so far. As for their defense they took away second chance scoring and held them to 4 made three's. This defense has to continue to close out the three point line and force harder shots from the field. Heading into the midway point of the 2nd Steph Curry off a Green pass would dial in a three point jumper, 51-45. The Warriors in the 2nd scored 14 of their 32 total points in the paint and held their turnovers to just one while outscoring Miami 32-29. Golden State simply continued to knock down shots off great ball rotation and dominated the paint game. That also includes minusing the mistakes. Warriors dished in 16 team assists, shot 10 of 11 from the free throw line and slipped into halftime leading 63-59. We now shift our attentions over to the halfway mark of the 3rd where Curry tossed up an alley oop to James Wiseman who hammered down the slam, 81-80. Warriors scored 29 3rd quarter points while knocking down 50% from the field and tallied 10 of their 42 total points inside the paint. Warriors kept pushing the ball up court and the players moved around well to help create open shot opportunities from the field. Warriors just have to clean up their turnovers and their poor shooting from deep. Later on during the late stages of the 4th quarter Klay Thompson would add the knockout punch after burying three point J, 121-108. Warriors in the 4th scored 6 points in the paint and shot a solid 50% from the field. Warriors opened up their shooting lanes with good delivery on the ball and crushed Miami on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance points. Along with their defense eliminating fast break opportunities. Warriors fired in 16 offensive rebounds, scored 27 second chance points and moved up to a 3-2 record.
Thursday October 27th, 2022: Heat get over powered by the Warriors and it sent them to a rough 110-123 loss. This defeat sends Miami to their 4th loss of the year and are 1-1 on the road. Heat in the 1st quarter with 2:31 would come wuthin two following a Robinson three pointer off a Butler assist, 23-25. The Heat in the 1st managed to get quality looks at the rim from the field as they shot 45% and scored 5 fast break points but were forced into 3 turnovers. Heat did a great job of spacing the floor with good passing and got buckets to fall while dominating in transition but have to limit how many times they turn the ball over. Defensively they've remained sharp by running Golden State off the three point line and kept the turnovers coming. Then during the 2nd quarter Bam Adebayo would turn in a mid rage fade to bring the Heat within two, 43-45. Heat in the 2nd were hot from the field as they shot 41% and limited the turnovers to just one while scoring 10 of their 15 total points on the fast break. Heat basically did what they were supposed to and that was continuing to get solid shots to fall on good looks and executed transitional play. Over on the defensive side they've shutdown the three point line by forcing consecutive misses and that's what they'll have to keep doing in order to win the 2nd half. Heat shot 91% from the free throw line, scored 8 second chance points and entered halftime trailing 59-63. In the 3rd quarter Miami got off to a 7-0 run as Butler hammered in a nicley made layup, 77-74. This run was sparked by scoring easy points in tranastion and made quick defensive stops. The Heat in the 3rd spotted in 42% shooting from the field and scored 4 of their 19 total points when getting out on a fast break. Heat need to maintain a high shooting percentage from the field and they have to start getting the three ball to drop. Despite the lack of three's being made, Miami really did an excellent job of executing on fast break opportunities. On the defensive end of things they forced 4 turnovers and made solid stops from time to time. Transitioning into the 4th quarter Max Strus off a Herro assist woukd deliver a three point jumper but trialed 105-111. Heat in 4th got good shot selections from the field after securing 44% but they were held to 0 fast break points and were outscored 31-23. Miami's offensive production was slowed down when on the fast break as they were hard to come by and lacked three point shooting as they shot 30% or under. Including poor defense as they couldn't stop the bleeding in the paint and gave up to many easy points from the field. Heat shot 32% from three point range, turned the ball over 12 total times and fell to a 2-4 record.
"Chef Curry" drops 33 points and it led the Warriors to a 123-110 win against the Heat. Golden State sits in 2nd place in the Pacific Division and are 3-2 at home. Warriors in the 1st would would go up by three after Curry hit a step back three pointer, 21-18. The Warriors in the 1st set each other up with good passes to create open looks and it allowed for 54% shooting from the field while penatratimg the paint for 18 points. Warriors simply did a nice job of distributing the ball around and were getting quality shots to fall. However, Golden State's offense has to limit the turnover margin because they have 6 so far. As for their defense they took away second chance scoring and held them to 4 made three's. This defense has to continue to close out the three point line and force harder shots from the field. Heading into the midway point of the 2nd Steph Curry off a Green pass would dial in a three point jumper, 51-45. The Warriors in the 2nd scored 14 of their 32 total points in the paint and held their turnovers to just one while outscoring Miami 32-29. Golden State simply continued to knock down shots off great ball rotation and dominated the paint game. That also includes minusing the mistakes. Warriors dished in 16 team assists, shot 10 of 11 from the free throw line and slipped into halftime leading 63-59. We now shift our attentions over to the halfway mark of the 3rd where Curry tossed up an alley oop to James Wiseman who hammered down the slam, 81-80. Warriors scored 29 3rd quarter points while knocking down 50% from the field and tallied 10 of their 42 total points inside the paint. Warriors kept pushing the ball up court and the players moved around well to help create open shot opportunities from the field. Warriors just have to clean up their turnovers and their poor shooting from deep. Later on during the late stages of the 4th quarter Klay Thompson would add the knockout punch after burying three point J, 121-108. Warriors in the 4th scored 6 points in the paint and shot a solid 50% from the field. Warriors opened up their shooting lanes with good delivery on the ball and crushed Miami on the offensive glass as it led to easy second chance points. Along with their defense eliminating fast break opportunities. Warriors fired in 16 offensive rebounds, scored 27 second chance points and moved up to a 3-2 record.
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Wednesday October 26th, 2022: Nets get outscored 67-44 in the 2nd half and it led them to a disappointing 99-110 loss. Nets are now two games under 500 and are rising two losses in a row. In the 1st quarter Brooklyn would climc within five after Sumner sunk in a layup, 13-18. Nets through one quarter struggled from the field as they shot 23% and 33% when going deep. Nets have start moving the ball around better to create open looks and get shots to fall. As for the defense they only forced 2 turnovers but did a nice job of closing out the three point line and contained the paint. Then in 2nd quarter the Nets were off to an 8-0 run after Wantanbe buried a wide open three pointer, 53-43. Thus run was sparked by getting quick defensive stops and scoring easy baskets in transition. The Nets had a much better 2nd quarter as they spaced the floor well with good passes and it allowed for 54% shooting from downtown. Also shot 43% from the field. Nets simply got shots to fall and created some offense by capitalizing on fast break opportunities. Over on the defensive side they forced 3 out of their 8 total turnovers and held Milwaukee to just 4 made three's. Their playing tightly contained defense and are taking away solid three point chances. Nets scored 8 second chance points, secures 7 offensive boards and slipped into hakftine up 55-43. In the 3rd quarter with over two minutes to go Kyrie Irving would spalsh in a nicley made layup and Brooklyn came within three, 74-77. The Nets in the 3rd started to slip in the shooting department after turning in an overall 30% and were heavily outscored 35-21 with 1 turnover. Brooklyn by this point have to find ways to start getting points in transition and struggled on the offensive glass after securing 0. Keep note that the Nets lack of scoring on a fast break was due to poor defensive stops. Entering the 4th quarter Durant would receive a pass from Joe Harris before powering to the rim for a layup, 85-93. Nets struggled in the final quarter as they shot 38% from the field and were held to only 2 of their 20 total fast break points. Nets just couldn't get a basket to fall for literally the entire 2nd half while snagging 0 offensive boards between the 3rd and 4th quarters. Simply missed consecutive shots and had poor offensive rebounding. Going to the defense they forced 6 turnovers and held Milwaukee to 25% shooting from deep but got obliterated in the paint. Nets scored 14 points off the Bucks 18 turnovers, utilized 23 team assists and dropped their record to 1-3.
Antetokounmpo's double double was enough to push the Bucks past the Nets for a 110-99 win. Bucks remain undefeated and are 1st place in the entire Eastern Conference. Late in quarter 1 Bobby Portis would dial up three pointer off a George Hill assist and Mikwaukee would take an 18-11 lead. The Bucks in the 1st simply couldn't get a basket to drop as they shot an overall 20% and outscored Brooklyn 25-20. Bucks offense has to start scoring because eventually the Nets will start getting buckets to fall. Defensively they they frustrated the Nets offense by forcing 5 turnovers. Now in the 2nd quarter with 2:19 left Bobby Portis would drop in a three point J off an Antetokounmpo pass, 43-45. Bucks in two were still struggling from the field as they shot 34% and got outscored 35-18. One positive was their dominace inside the paint. Bucks have to get their scoring offense on a roll because the Nets won't slow down and they need better ball protection. Bucks shot 18% from deep, scored 6 second chance points and entered halftime down 43-55. Their defense on the other hand has to start limiting three point opportunities and stop giving the Nets easy points in transition. Heading into the 3rd quarter Milwaukee would get off to a 7-0 run and came within five after Grayson Allen knocked in a three point jumper, 57-62. This run was set off by scoring easy buckets in transition and made good defensive stops. Afterwards, Milwaukee would take their first lead after Portis secured an offensive rebound and poured in a one handed layup, 72-70. Bucks finally got shots to fall as they spotted in 41% from the field while scoring 16 of their 38 total points inside the paint and executed on second chance opportunities by notching 4 of their 10. Including the defense allowing 0 fast break points. Bucks did a tremendous job capitalizing on second chance points and continued to work the painted area. During the halfway mark of the 4th quarter Milwaukee started to run away with this game as Jrue Holiday laced in a three pointer, 93-83. Bucks were off to a 12-0 run as well. This run happens off quick defensive stops that led to easy points in transition. Bucks in the 4th set each other up with nice passes while outscoring Brooklyn 32-23 and shot 43% from the field. Bucks simply made all the necessary shots when in crunch time and controlled the paint for entire 2nd half. Defense remained alert by making consecutive stops in a row and forced the Nets off the three point line. Bucks 7 fast break points, Antetokounmpo scored 44 points with 14 rebounds and moved up to a 3-0 record.
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Tuesday October 25th, 2022: Trey Murphy scores 22 on a perfect 8 of 8 from the field and it led the Pelicans to a 113-111 win against the Mavs. Pelicans sit in 3rd place throughout the entire Western Conference and are tied with the Grizzlies for 2nd place in the Southwest Division. Pels in the 1st quarter would get off to a quick 10-0 run after Valanciunas buried a mid range hook from inside the paint, 21-8. Pelicans got this run sparked by getting quick defensive stops and it allowed for easy points in transition. Pels in one were scorching in the first 12 minutes as they shot 73% from the field and attacked the painted area for 24 total points while outscoring Dallas 40-31. Including 50% from deep. New Orleans simply got shots tonfall on good looks and great ball movement. Later on in the 2nd Dyson Daniels would sink in a three ball, 57-43. Pels in the 2nd remained a threat in the painted area after scoring 20 of their 40 total points and off great ball movement they manged to knock down 62% from the field but turned the ball over 3 out of their 5 total times. Pels like the Mavericks have to keep pounding the ball down low and minus mistakes. Pels thrned in 16 team assists, shot 40% from three point range and slipped into the half leading 66-64. During the 3rd quarter the Pels with 4:42 to go would force Dallas into a timeout and were off to a 9-0 run following a Marshall one handed layup, thus going up 82-76. This run was sparked by forcing turnovers and scoring in transition. Pels in the 3rd went on a shooting spree after knocking down 58% and set each other up with nice passes but were slowed down by turning the ball over 11 out of their 12 total times. Now look.....Pels have to have better ball protection if they want a chance to win or compete down the wire. Heading into midway point of the 4th Brown would bury a wide open three pointer to give his team a 101-100 lead. Pels in the 4th torched the Mavs three point defense after shooting 44% with great ball rotation and turned the ball over just twice. This game was won by limiting mistakes and getting quality shots in crunch time. New Orleans outscored Dallas 26-22 in the 4th, scored 56 total points in the paint and moved up to a 3-1 record.
With no time left Doncic misses a late step back three pointer and it sent the Mavericks to a 111-113 loss to the Pelicans. Mavericks fall one game beneath .500 and are in 4th place in the Southwest. Mavs midway into the 1st would end the Pels big run after Dinwiddie knocked in a corner three point jumper, 11-21. Afterwards, with iver three minutes to go Luka Doncic would spalsh in a three pointer but trailed 21-31. By this point Dallas's offense after a slow start started getting shots to fall from the field and the defense made stops. Mavs through one managed to shoot 58% from the floor and operated well when on a fast break after scoring 6 total but struggled from deep with 25%. Mavs are getting the quality shot opportunities they want from the field but need to create more open looks from downtown and continue to capitalize on the fast break. Then in the 2nd quarter Dallas with over 5 to go would come within nine after Doncic hit a floating the mid range jumper, 51-60. Few offensive possessions later Bullock off a Finney Smith pass would drop in a three point J, 62-64. This 8-0 run was set off by scoring quick points in transition and made solid stops on the defensive end. Mavs in the 2nd repaid New Orleans by outscoring them 33-26 and got great looks at the rim after shooting 58% from the field. Mavs also dominated down low after scoring 20 of their 40 total points in the paint. Mavs need to keep pressuring the Pels in the paint and continue to get shots to fall at a high rate. Mavericks shot 33% from downtown, scored 4 fast break points and walked into halftime down 64-66. Dallas entering the 3rd quarter with 9:50 remaining would take a four point lead after Doncic hit a nicley made finger roll layin, 70-65. Dallas after that, with over a minute would come within three as Doncic hit a step back three point jumper, 84-87. Mavs late in this quarter started making quick stops by forcing turnovers and the offense woukd respond with easy points. Mavs in three executed well on second chance opportunities as they scored 7 of their 9 total points and shot 55% from the field yet they also struggled in protecting the ball after turning it over 7 times. Mavs have to minus mistakes and start attacking the paint again because right now they were held to just 6 points. Now in the 4th quarter Spencer Dinwiddie powered through a lane and knocked down a beauty of a layup, 102-106. Mavericks in the 4th quarter dominated from the field as they shot 50% and managed to turn in 7 second chance points but gave the ball up 4 times. What cost the Mavs was their poor shooting percentage from downtown and a parade of 2nd half turnovers. Mavericks utilized 18 team assists, shot 30% from deep and dropped down to a 1-2 record.
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Monday October 24th, 2022: 76ers secure first win of the season after defeating the Pacers 120-106. Philly moves two games beneath .500 and are standing in last place in the Atlantic. Sixers in the 1st playing fast as they snagged a six points lead as Geirge Niang buried a three point jumper, 25-19. Sixers in the first 12 minutes made most of their second chance opportunities after scoring 10 points and donated from deep with 41% shooting. However, Philly is struggling to buy a basket from the floor as they were held to 37%. As for their defense they've done a nice job of pressuring Indiana by forcing 4 early turnovers. Then midway into the 2nd quarter Tobias Harris would drop in a three point J off a Harden pass, thus going up 46-29. Afterwards, with 32 ticks left Harden would dial in a beauty of a layup, 62-46. Sixers through two spaced the floor well with good passes and it allowed for 42% shooting from the field. Sixers simply got quality looks at basket and have limited their turnovers margin. 76ers earned 19 team assists, shot 95% from the free throw line and walked into halftime leading 62-46. During the 3rd quarter Philadelphia were simply cruising after Tobias Harris knocked on a three point jumper, 76-62. Philly in the 3rd were getting the looks they wanted from the field as they shot 42% but got outscored 30-26 while struggling from deep after knocking down 38%. In the end, dueing late stages of the 4th quarter James Harden would hit a step back mid rnage jumper, 113-93. The 76ers in the 4th utilized 10 made threes on 44% shooting and got all the necessary baskets to fall when in crunch time. Defensively they did a great job of forcing turnovers but had a tough time inside the paint after giving up to many points. Sixers capped their night off by hitting 47% from the floor, scored 19 points off the Pacers 13 turnovers and moved their win/loss record up to 1-3.
Pacers get obliterated by the 76ers after suffering a 106-120 loss. This defeat dropped Indiana two games under 500 and sit in last place in the Central Division. Chris Duarte with 1:24 to go in the 1st quarter would knock in a nicley made layup, 21-30. The Pacers in one were outscored 36-32 and were struggling to buy basket from both ends as they shot 33% from the floor and 28% when going downtown. One positive was that the Pacers scored 6 fast break points off solid defensive stops. Pacers simply need to get better shot selections while moving the ball around and limit turnovers. A quarter later in the 2nd with 32 tixks to go Smith woukd hammer down the slam, 46-60. Pacers in two quarter were shooting a poor 34% from the field and turned the ball over 4 times but managed to get most of their points in the painted area as they scored 14 of their 24 total. In one half the Pacers shooting all around was just poor as they couldn't get a basket to drop and struggled at protecting the ball. Despite having good ball movement. Pacers secured 18 team assists, 38 total rebounds and entered the half down 46-62. Entering the mid stages of the 3rd quarter Tyrese Haliburton would knock in a three point jumper but trailed still 71-84. Pacers in the 3rd quarter got a little more shots to fall from the field as they posted 39% and continuted to pumel Philly in the paint with 14 total points but due the Sixers defense closing out the three point line they've been held to 23%. Pacers can't get open enough to to knock down a three and they need to start doing so. In the 4th quarter Mathurin would toss up an alley oop pass to Jackson who hammered down the slam, 95-103. Pacers were much better from the floor as they knocked in 42% off solid off solid rotation and snagged 3 offensive boards yet they gave the ball up 3 times while shooting a poor 27% from behind the arc. What cost the Pacers was their poor shooting almost all game long but for their three pointers they were knocking in 20 or under the entire time. Pacers turned in 23 fouls, outscored Philly 24-7 in fast break points and slipped down to a 1-3 record.
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Sunday October 23rd, 2022: Timberwolves knock off the Thunder by a score of 116-106. This propelled Minnesota to their second win of the early year are tied with Denver for 3rd place in the Northwest. Timberwolves late in the 1st were on a 9-0 run after Prince buried a three point jumper, 31-13. Thus run was sparked by scoring easy points in transition and made quick defensive stops. Wolves in the 1st did a nice job of setting each other up with assists and it led to 65% shooting from the field while outscoring Oklahoma City 31-18. Wolves just need to keep the pressure on and continue to dominate the paint as they scored 22 points. Then during the 2nd quarter Minnesota would increase their lead after Karl Anthony Twons knocked in a mid rnage hook from inside the paint and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 45-34. Minnesota through two continuted to get quality looks from the field as they shot 53% and scored 10 of their 32 total points inside the paint. One thing though, is that Minneaota at some point has to get the three ball to to drop because they've been held to 16%. Wolves scored 8 second chance points, scored 4 fast break points and alopped into halftime keading 53-44. During the 3rd quarter with 6:12 remaining Rudy Gobert off a Towns pass would drop in a nicley made layup, 69-58. Timberwolves in the 3rd opened up the floor with good ball rotation and it allowed for 51% shooting from the field but turned the ball over 4 out of their 14 total times while struggling from deep still with 21%. If Wilves can't connect on the three ball and protect the ball better then their could be repercussions to come late in the game. As for their defense they've done a nice job of closing out the three point line and holding them to 21% shooting. Minnesota entering the 4th quarter would add the ultamate dagger with 3:38 left as Naz Reid sunk in a layup, 113-93. Wolves scored 60 paint points, shot 29% from deep and improved to a 2-1 record. Wolves in the 4th repaid Oklahoma City by outscoring them 34-32 with 52% shooting from the floor and executed inside the paint very well. Along with turning the ball over just twice. Wolves simply knocked down alot shots from the field off tremendous team passing. Wolves scored 15 points off Thunder's 11 turnovers, shot 29% from downtown and moved up to a 2-1 record.
Thunder falls to the Timberwolves after going down by ten, 106-116. Thunder remain winless and suffer their third defeat of the season. Aaron Wiggins in the 1st at the buzzer hammered down a heavy slam but trailed 18-31. .The Thunder through one were having a tough time getting shots to fall as they turned in an overall 30% and turned the ball over 3 times. Thunder has to find ways to set each other up with passes and start getting shots to fall on quality looks. What's also hurting the Thunder is the lack of getting second chance opportunities after being held to just 1. In the 2nd quarter the Thunder would come within 11 after Josh Goddey powered to the rim for a beuaty of a layup, 40-51. Thunder in two still struggling to find their shot as they turned in an overall 30% but capitalized much better on second chance opportunities after scoring 8 of their 9 total points. Keep in mind Thunder just can't get shots to drop and come the 2nd half it needs to be cleaned up. Thunder scored 10 points off the Timberwolves 10 turnovers, secured 20 points in the paint and slipped into halftime down 44-53. Heading into the 3rd quarter with 10:36 left Oklahoma City would inch closer as Kenrich Williams buried a mid range jumper, 50-56. Thunder in the 3rd started putting pressure on the Minnesota defense as they got 42% of their shots to fall from the field and scored 8 of their 13 total points when in the fast break. Thunder are getting shots to go in yes....but they can't trade basket for basket and have to protect the ball better as they turned it over 3 times. Thunder in the 4th quarter would come within 16 after Jaylin Williams sunk in a layup, 100-116. Thunder in the 4th continuted to get shots selections from the field as they sunk in 43% and did so by good ball movement. As well as scoring 10 of their 19 points when on the fast break. Unfortunately, it was their poor shooting in the 1st half that really cost them because now they were just playing catch up. Thunder snagged 11 offensive boards, went 9 for 41 from downtown and fell to an 0-3 record.
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Friday October 21st, 2022: Celtics hold off the Heat by securing a 111-104 Victory. Celtics continue to roll through the first two games. Celtics in the 1st would snag a three point advantage after Derrick White buried a three ball, 21-18. The Celtocs through one shot a solid 47% from the field on great ball movement and outscored Miami 6-2 in fast break points off the defense forcing 3 turnovers. Boston's offense simply attacked the transition game early and were getting shots to fall at a high rate. Then in the 2nd quarter with 3:38 remaining woukd extend their lead after Marcus Smart buried a mid range floater, thus going up 55-46. Celtics in the 2nd quarter really got hot as they continuted to get quality looks at the basket for 52% shooting from the field and scored 2 of their 8 points when on the fast break. Celtics need to keep pressuring Miami with quick stops and scoring in transition while continuing to get good looks to fall from the floor but they have to protect the ball better in the 2nd half or Maimi will make you pay! Celtics shot 42% from downtown, turned in 7 blocks and entered the half up 59-51. Entering the later stages of the 3rd quarter Boston would force Maimi into a timeout after Jayson Tatum knocked down a nicley made three point jumper, 75-71. Afterwards, Boston woukd get off to a 10-0 run after a Grant Williams three point J, 89-77. This run was sparked by forcing quick stops and scored easy points in transition. Boston in the 3rd torched Miami from downtown as shot 41% and scored 14 of their 40 points inside the painted area. Boston simply did a terrific job spacing the floor with good ball rotation and got shots to drop on open looks. In the 4th quarter with 1:22 Boston woukd add the dagger after Smart drilled in a nicley made layup, thus gaining a 106-99 lead. Boston in final quarter got outscored 27-22 and turned the ball over a bit to much but in crunch time they were able to knock down 51% from the field and dominated second chance opportunities. Celtics rack in 11 blocks, Brown dropped 28 points on 12 makes and improve to 2-0.
Heat lose East Final rematch after going down to the Celtics by a score of 104-111. Heat remain winless and fall to their second defeat. Dwayne Dedmon during quarter 1 woukd knock down mid rnage hook shot from inside the paint, 22-26. Heat in the first 12 minutes were able to get good looks at the rim as they shot 45% from the field and penatrated the paint for 12 total points but got outscored 30-22 with 33% shooting from deep. Heat simply had trouble getting shots to fall off tight Boston defense and couldn't get open. A quarter later dueing the 2nd Tyler Herro off a team screen woukd bury a mid range floater to bring Miami within seven, 48-55. Heat in the 2nd started getting wide open looks from the field with great passing and it allowed for 44% shooting while dominating scoring 12 of their 28 points in the paint. However, Miami's weak point was from deep as they shot 26% due to the Celtics closing the perimeter out. As for the defense they managed to force Boston into 7 total turnovers with 3 of them coming as steals. Miami secured 5 offensive boards, shot 73% from the free throw line and walked into halftime down 51-59. During the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Miami would tie game after Martin forced a steal off Smart's bad pass and found Lowry who hooked up with Adebayo on a fast break and hammered down a two handed jam, 69-69. Heat in the 3rd struggled to get a three ball to drop as they shot 28% and turned the ball over 5 of their 8 total times but managed to get clean looks from the floor with 44% shooting. Heat needed to have better ball protection because it's leading to many Boston fast break points and have to find a way to get the three ball to go in. Later on during the 4th quarter Herro with over a minute to go would sink in a finger roll layin but trailed 97-104. Heat in the 4th were scorching after shooting 45% from the floor off great ball rotation and turned the ball over just once but couldn't buy a three ball. That was Miami's issue all night....to many missed three's with poor shooting percentages. Heat turned in 8 team steals, were outrebounded on defense 31-25 and fell to an 0-2 start.
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Wednesday October 19th, 2022: Mavericks watch a 22 point lead disappear after suffering a 105-107 oss to the Suns. Luka Doncic with 2:54 to go in the 1st woukd power to the rim for a nickey made finger roll layin, 23-17. The Mavericks in the 1st quarter seemingly hurt the Sun's defense by shooting a solid 60% from the field off good passing and outscored them 32-24. Mavs did a terrific job of sharing the ball and it allowed for players to get open. As for the defense they did their part guarding the perimeter as they held the Sun's 0 for 5 from behind the arc. A quarter later during the 2nd Spencer Dinwiddie off a Reggie Bullock pass would drill in a three point J, 59-39. Mavericks in the 2nd handled the Suns after knocking down 45% from the field off terrific ball movement and outscored the them 30-21. Mavs also scored 7 of their 9 points when getting on a fast break. Dallas continues to push the ball well down court and needs to keep pressuring the Suns in that painted area. Defensively they were even sharper after forcing 4 turnovers in this quarter alone and allowed only 2 three pointers to be made against them. Mavs defense forced 5 team steals, scored 9 second chance points and entred halftime leading 62-45. Heading into the midway point of the 3rd quarter Reggie Bullock woukd knock down three point jumper off a Maxi Klebi assist, thus pushing their lead to 70-54. The Mavs in the 3rd managed to shoot an overall 40% but don't let this fool you because they struggled to buy a basket and turned the ball over 6 times. Dallas has to protect the rock better and start moving the ball around to help create open looks. Entering the late stages of the 4th with 34 ticks left Doncic would power his way to the rim for a nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 105-105. Mavs in the 4th shot an overall 40% for the second striaght quarter but were restricted to 0 fast break points and gave the ball up 6 times yet again. Dalls moving forward needs to crackdown on ball protection and has to capitalize better when getting in transition. Mavs dish in 17 team assists, forced 6 steals and fell to an 0-1 record.
Lee in the 4th drains a game winning basline jumper with 23 ticks left and it led the Suns to a 107-105 Victory, over the Mavericks. Suns in the 1st with 1:01 to go would come within four afger Devin Booker knocked in a layip, 24-28. The Sun's in the first 12 minutes shot well from the field after spotting in 45% and penatrated the paint even better with 22 total points but turned the ball over three times off the Mavs 2 steals. Suns need to keep pressuring the Mavs inside the paint but also have to get their three point shots to fall. Then during the 2nd quarter with over six minutes to play Devin Booker off a Chris Paul assist woukd bury a wide open three pointer but trailed still 31-48. Suns in the 2nd barely shooting 40% from the field and were limited to 4 of their 30 points when getting inside the paint. Suns paint play needs to improve come the 2nd half and their losing second chance battles after snagging only 2 of their 11 total points in that area. Suns snagged 6 offensive boards, utilized 16 assists and skipped into halftime trailing 45-62. During the 3rd quarter the Suns were starting to come alive as they got off to a 19-4 run following DeAndre Ayton hitting a mid range jumper, 64-70. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and were playing with pace as it's led to easy points. Suns repaid Dallas by outscoring them 31-19 and shot a solid 43% from the field. Suns were playing with a sense of urgency and did much better inside the paint after scoring 14 of their 44 points in that area. Now in the 4th quarter the Suns with over five minutes to go would take their first lead since 1st after Payne buried a layup to make this bout 101-100. Seven plays later the Suns would get off to a 10-0 run after Lee with 1:37 drained in a wide open three, 104-101. This run was let off by forcing quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition. Suns continuted to pressure Dallas inside the paint with 12 4th quarter points and got 47% of their shots to fall from the floor. Suns simply made the necessary shots in crunch time and capitalized with big break aways when forcing turnovers or stops. Suns outscored the Mavs 31-24 in te 4th, turned in 25 team assists and improved to a 1-0 record.
Wednesday October 19th, 2022: Mavericks watch a 22 point lead disappear after suffering a 105-107 oss to the Suns. Luka Doncic with 2:54 to go in the 1st woukd power to the rim for a nickey made finger roll layin, 23-17. The Mavericks in the 1st quarter seemingly hurt the Sun's defense by shooting a solid 60% from the field off good passing and outscored them 32-24. Mavs did a terrific job of sharing the ball and it allowed for players to get open. As for the defense they did their part guarding the perimeter as they held the Sun's 0 for 5 from behind the arc. A quarter later during the 2nd Spencer Dinwiddie off a Reggie Bullock pass would drill in a three point J, 59-39. Mavericks in the 2nd handled the Suns after knocking down 45% from the field off terrific ball movement and outscored the them 30-21. Mavs also scored 7 of their 9 points when getting on a fast break. Dallas continues to push the ball well down court and needs to keep pressuring the Suns in that painted area. Defensively they were even sharper after forcing 4 turnovers in this quarter alone and allowed only 2 three pointers to be made against them. Mavs defense forced 5 team steals, scored 9 second chance points and entred halftime leading 62-45. Heading into the midway point of the 3rd quarter Reggie Bullock woukd knock down three point jumper off a Maxi Klebi assist, thus pushing their lead to 70-54. The Mavs in the 3rd managed to shoot an overall 40% but don't let this fool you because they struggled to buy a basket and turned the ball over 6 times. Dallas has to protect the rock better and start moving the ball around to help create open looks. Entering the late stages of the 4th with 34 ticks left Doncic would power his way to the rim for a nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 105-105. Mavs in the 4th shot an overall 40% for the second striaght quarter but were restricted to 0 fast break points and gave the ball up 6 times yet again. Dalls moving forward needs to crackdown on ball protection and has to capitalize better when getting in transition. Mavs dish in 17 team assists, forced 6 steals and fell to an 0-1 record.
Lee in the 4th drains a game winning basline jumper with 23 ticks left and it led the Suns to a 107-105 Victory, over the Mavericks. Suns in the 1st with 1:01 to go would come within four afger Devin Booker knocked in a layip, 24-28. The Sun's in the first 12 minutes shot well from the field after spotting in 45% and penatrated the paint even better with 22 total points but turned the ball over three times off the Mavs 2 steals. Suns need to keep pressuring the Mavs inside the paint but also have to get their three point shots to fall. Then during the 2nd quarter with over six minutes to play Devin Booker off a Chris Paul assist woukd bury a wide open three pointer but trailed still 31-48. Suns in the 2nd barely shooting 40% from the field and were limited to 4 of their 30 points when getting inside the paint. Suns paint play needs to improve come the 2nd half and their losing second chance battles after snagging only 2 of their 11 total points in that area. Suns snagged 6 offensive boards, utilized 16 assists and skipped into halftime trailing 45-62. During the 3rd quarter the Suns were starting to come alive as they got off to a 19-4 run following DeAndre Ayton hitting a mid range jumper, 64-70. This run was sparked by getting quick stops and were playing with pace as it's led to easy points. Suns repaid Dallas by outscoring them 31-19 and shot a solid 43% from the field. Suns were playing with a sense of urgency and did much better inside the paint after scoring 14 of their 44 points in that area. Now in the 4th quarter the Suns with over five minutes to go would take their first lead since 1st after Payne buried a layup to make this bout 101-100. Seven plays later the Suns would get off to a 10-0 run after Lee with 1:37 drained in a wide open three, 104-101. This run was let off by forcing quick defensive stops and scored easy points in transition. Suns continuted to pressure Dallas inside the paint with 12 4th quarter points and got 47% of their shots to fall from the floor. Suns simply made the necessary shots in crunch time and capitalized with big break aways when forcing turnovers or stops. Suns outscored the Mavs 31-24 in te 4th, turned in 25 team assists and improved to a 1-0 record.
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Tuesday October 18th, 2022: Brown and Tatum each score 35 and it led the Celtics to a 126-117 Victory, over the 76ers. Grant Williams in the 1st with 1:28 to go would spalh in a three point jumper, 21-25. Boston in the 1st did a great job of getting out on the fast break as they've outscored Philly 9-0 but shot a poor 38% from the field. Boston has also struggled to get shots to fall from deep as they turned in 22%. Boston simply having a hard time getting quality looks at the basket. Celtics turned the ball over 4 total times, shot 26% from deep and entered halftime tied at 63-63. Then during the 2nd quarter the Celtics woukd get off to an 8-0 run after Brown buried a three point jumper to put Boston up 38-35. This run was sparked after getting quick defensive stops that led to easy points in transition. Afterwards, Jaylen Brown late in the 2nd would give Boston a one point lead after hitting a mid range floater, 59-58. Celtics in the 2nd did much better on the floor as they got good looks at the rim by shooting 53% and scored 12 of their 30 points inside the paint. Boston also scored 7 points off the defense forcing two of their 6 total turnovers. Celtics in half two have to continue their strong shooting performance. HT. During the 3rd quarter White would force a steal off Embiid before dishing his pass to a wide open Jayson Tatum who spotted in a finger roll layin, 76-70. Celtics after that, late in the 3rd Tatum in transition would knock in a nicley made three point jumper and got off to an 8-0 run. Celtics run was let off by forcing fast turnovers that led to quick transition points. Boston in the 3rd utilized great ball movement to help create open space as they knocked down 57% from the floor and scored 9 of their 22 when on the fast break. As for their defense they forced 5 turnovers with 4 of them coming as steals. In conclusion, Boston during the 4th quarter with over three minutes to go would add the dagger after Brown buried a deep three point jumper, 118-103. Boston in the 4th couldn't be stopped on the floor after shooting 56% with 4 of their 44 points coming inside the paint. Celtics throughout this night pushed the ball down court with effectiveness and dominated the transition game. Boston scored 24 fast break points, earned 22 points off the defense utilizing 14 turnovers and moved up to a 1-0 record.
76ers get steamrolled by the Celtics after suffering a tough 117-126 defeat. James Harden late in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 22-17. Sixers in the 1st had tough time knocking down buckets as they shot an overall 30% and turned the ball over 4 times but outscored Boston 3-0 in second chance points. Philly needs to limit the turnovers and find ways to get shots to fall. Heading into the 2nd quarter with 4:17 to go Embiid would bury a three point J off a Maxey assist and Philly went up 55-47. The Sixers in the 2nd like Boston started to get warmed up from the field as they shot 50% with terrific ball movement and got outscored 34-29. Including 44% from deep. Sixers were hurting the Boston defense as well by securing second chance opportunities as they outscored them 6-2. Philly secured 8 team assists, defense forced 3 blocked shots and stormed into halftime tied at 63-63. Entering the halfway mark of the 3rd quarter Philadelphia woukd climb within four after Tucker off a Harden assist dialed in a mid range jumper, 76-80. Philly in the 3rd got outscored 30-19 while shooting a solid 49% from the field and were held to 0 second chance opportunities. Philly also seemed to struggle inside the paint after scoring only 6 of their 24 total points. In he 4th quarter Philly would come within 12 points after James Harden sunk in a much needed three pointer, 106-118. Philly in the final quarter scored 7 points inside the paint and shot 50% from the floor but turned the ball over 2 out of their 14 total times. Philly tonight couldnt get shots to fall in crunch time or from deep and were limited to just 1 second chance point since the 1st. Defense on the other hand needs to defend the paint better and have to crackdown on how many fast break points they give up. Sixers turned in 38 total points in the paint, scored 15 points off the Celtics 10 turnovers and fell to an 0-1 record.
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BREAKING: The Thunder have given up Ty Jerome, Derrick Favors, Harkless, Maledon and a 2025 NBA draft selection to the Rockets. In return Oklahoma City will get Nwaba, Sterling Brown, Chriss and Trey Burks.
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BREAKING: The Celtics add another veteran to their squad after signing Blake Griffin to a 1 year deal that'll be guaranteed fully to him. Blake Griffin coming iver to Boston will bring his ability to rebound down low while doing a great job of assisting the ball. Now Griffin won't score much but when he does he averages 12 or more points on 42% shooting from the field. However, Blake Griffin these last four years has slumped in scoring as he hasn't averaged 20 plus points since the 2018 season. Keep note that Griffin was traded to Brooklyn from Detroit in mid 2020 and in those two in a half years he turned in a combined 17 points per game, 8.8 for rebounds per game and a 1.9 in assists per game.
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INJURY UPDATE: Lonzo Ball in danger of being out for the entire 2022-2023 NBA season due to needing surgery in his left knee. Keep note that Ball's injury was sustained earlier on this past season. Despite hurting his knee, averaged 13 points per game while shooting 42% from the field, 5.4 in rebounds per game and a 5.1 in assists.
BREAKING: The Thunder have given up Ty Jerome, Derrick Favors, Harkless, Maledon and a 2025 NBA draft selection to the Rockets. In return Oklahoma City will get Nwaba, Sterling Brown, Chriss and Trey Burks.
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BREAKING: The Celtics add another veteran to their squad after signing Blake Griffin to a 1 year deal that'll be guaranteed fully to him. Blake Griffin coming iver to Boston will bring his ability to rebound down low while doing a great job of assisting the ball. Now Griffin won't score much but when he does he averages 12 or more points on 42% shooting from the field. However, Blake Griffin these last four years has slumped in scoring as he hasn't averaged 20 plus points since the 2018 season. Keep note that Griffin was traded to Brooklyn from Detroit in mid 2020 and in those two in a half years he turned in a combined 17 points per game, 8.8 for rebounds per game and a 1.9 in assists per game.
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INJURY UPDATE: Lonzo Ball in danger of being out for the entire 2022-2023 NBA season due to needing surgery in his left knee. Keep note that Ball's injury was sustained earlier on this past season. Despite hurting his knee, averaged 13 points per game while shooting 42% from the field, 5.4 in rebounds per game and a 5.1 in assists.
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BREAKING: The LA Lakers have finalized LeBron James newest deal by signing him to $97 Million Dollars for the next 2 NBA seasons. Now despite LA missing the Playoffs, LeBron James would average 30.3 in points per game, 8.2 in rebounds and a 6.2 in assists. Including surpassing Karl Malone for 2nd place on the NBA's all time scoring list and shot a solid 52% from the field.
BREAKING: The LA Lakers have finalized LeBron James newest deal by signing him to $97 Million Dollars for the next 2 NBA seasons. Now despite LA missing the Playoffs, LeBron James would average 30.3 in points per game, 8.2 in rebounds and a 6.2 in assists. Including surpassing Karl Malone for 2nd place on the NBA's all time scoring list and shot a solid 52% from the field.
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BREAKING: The Phoenix Suns were able to match the Pacers by signing DeAndre Ayton to a 4 year $133 Million Dollar deal. DeAndre Ayton since before last season made it clear that he wanted an extended contract with more money and if the Suns couldn't do that then Ayton would've walked. Despite a tough round 2 playoff exit to Dallas, Ayton still ended his regular season averaging 17.2 in points per game, 10.2 in rebounds per game and 1.4 in assists. During the Postseason he turned in 17.8 in points and an 8.9 in rebounding.
BREAKING: The Phoenix Suns were able to match the Pacers by signing DeAndre Ayton to a 4 year $133 Million Dollar deal. DeAndre Ayton since before last season made it clear that he wanted an extended contract with more money and if the Suns couldn't do that then Ayton would've walked. Despite a tough round 2 playoff exit to Dallas, Ayton still ended his regular season averaging 17.2 in points per game, 10.2 in rebounds per game and 1.4 in assists. During the Postseason he turned in 17.8 in points and an 8.9 in rebounding.
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BREAKING: Warriors add a little extra depth to their bench after buying JaMychal Green out of a 8.2 Million Dollar deal with the Thunder. Now Jamychal Green coming to the Warriors will fill in for the leave of Otto Porter who left to the Raptors in this years 2022 Offseason. What does Green add to the Warriors? Well he can generate an offense when further away from the rim and is steady lockdown defender. JaMychal Green this past year turned in a 6.4 in points per game, 0.9 in assists and a 4.2 in rebounds. Throughout his career he averages around 7.9 in points
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STAYING IN PHILLY: The 76ers were able to ink James Harden to a brand new $68 Million Dollar deal for the next 2 NBA seasons. Now Harden originally rejected Philly's first offer which was $47.4 Million Dollars and took a hefty pay cut in that process. Harden in 2022 started with the Nets but enough injuries and sit outs would keep him from playing as he simply wasn't having any fun. In the following months Brooklyn would trade Harden for Simmons and he would finish the year averaging 21 points per game with 40% shooting from the field, 7.1 in rebounds per game and a 10.5 in assists per game. One issue alot people like myself are having with James Harden is the fact that he needs to start shooting the ball more! As great of a passer as he is he needs to score.
BREAKING: Warriors add a little extra depth to their bench after buying JaMychal Green out of a 8.2 Million Dollar deal with the Thunder. Now Jamychal Green coming to the Warriors will fill in for the leave of Otto Porter who left to the Raptors in this years 2022 Offseason. What does Green add to the Warriors? Well he can generate an offense when further away from the rim and is steady lockdown defender. JaMychal Green this past year turned in a 6.4 in points per game, 0.9 in assists and a 4.2 in rebounds. Throughout his career he averages around 7.9 in points
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STAYING IN PHILLY: The 76ers were able to ink James Harden to a brand new $68 Million Dollar deal for the next 2 NBA seasons. Now Harden originally rejected Philly's first offer which was $47.4 Million Dollars and took a hefty pay cut in that process. Harden in 2022 started with the Nets but enough injuries and sit outs would keep him from playing as he simply wasn't having any fun. In the following months Brooklyn would trade Harden for Simmons and he would finish the year averaging 21 points per game with 40% shooting from the field, 7.1 in rebounds per game and a 10.5 in assists per game. One issue alot people like myself are having with James Harden is the fact that he needs to start shooting the ball more! As great of a passer as he is he needs to score.
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BREAKING: Damian Lilard likes his new deal after signing a $225 Million Dollar max extension for the next two seasons. Now Damian Lillard this past season averaged 24.8 in points per game while shooting 40% from the field and added 7.3 in assists but played in just 29 games due to abdominal surgery.
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BREAKING: The Celtics during this offseason went along and added a new big man in Danilo Gallinari. Now Gallinari coming over to Boston will add more veteran leadership to an already contending team. Gallinari is a player who averages 15 plus points per game while shooting in the 40% range and can eat up playing time on the court with 25 or more minutes.
BREAKING: Damian Lilard likes his new deal after signing a $225 Million Dollar max extension for the next two seasons. Now Damian Lillard this past season averaged 24.8 in points per game while shooting 40% from the field and added 7.3 in assists but played in just 29 games due to abdominal surgery.
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BREAKING: The Celtics during this offseason went along and added a new big man in Danilo Gallinari. Now Gallinari coming over to Boston will add more veteran leadership to an already contending team. Gallinari is a player who averages 15 plus points per game while shooting in the 40% range and can eat up playing time on the court with 25 or more minutes.
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BREAKING: The Utah Jazz have officially traded away Rudy Gobert to the Timberwolves for both Beverley and Beasley while including a few 1st round draft selections. Now this is huge for the Wolves as they added another big man to the roster and will be aligned with Karl Anthony Towns. Rudy Gobert will bring over his ability to rim protect and scores most of his points inside the painted area. Gobert also uses his size to out rebound opponents. Understand that Gobert in his career scores an average 12.6 but lately since 2016 he's been averaging 14 or 15 plus points per game.
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BREAKING: The Chicago Bulls came to terms with Zach LaVine by inking him into a brand new 5 year $215 Million Dollar deal. Now LaVine in 2021-2022 had his dynamic duo in DeMar DeRozan and man did they ever tesr it up together. It's just unfortunate that they suffered a tough five game exit in the 1st round of the East Playoffs to the Bucks. LaVine turned in 24.4 points per game while shooting 47% from the field, 4.5 in assists per game and a 4.6 in rebounding per game.
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BREAKING: The Celtics felt it was best to trade off Daniel Theis to the Pacers and in return they received Brogdon. Now Brogdon is an all around type of player and what I mean by that is he can distribute the ball to help his teammates get good shot opportunities and can also rebound while remaining a consistent scorer on the floor. Which is why he is a perfect fit for this Celtics team and can officially take some pressure off guys like Tatum Smart and Brown. It'll be interesting to see how well these players will gel. Brogdon finalized his 2022 season by scoring an average 19.1 in points per game, 5.9 in assists and 5.1 in rebounds.
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BREAKING: Jalen Brunson has decided to take his talents to the New York Knicks after signing a huge $104 Million Dollar deal for the next 4 years. Now the Knicks are getting a player who can consistently score and shoots between 40 and 50% from the field. That's what the Knicks have missing......consistent scoring at a high level and Jalen Brunson can provide all that.
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BREAKING: The Pelicans are keeping Zion Williams around for the next 5 seasons after signing him to a pretty hefty $231 Million Dollar deal. Now Zion Williamson unfortunately this past year played no games due to a foot injury that kept him out all year. Just know this team and a healthy Zion Williamson will be coming hard in 2022-2023.
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BREAKING: The Timberwolves want to keep Towns after signing him to a 4 year $224 Million Dollar deal for the upcoming season. Now Towns this past year jammed in 24.6 in points per game, 9.8 in rebounds per game and a 3.6 in assists per game. However, the Wolves would finish 2021-2022 by getting eliminated in the 1st round by the Grizzlies.
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BREAKING: The Suns have officially inked Devin Booker to a 4 year deal that'll be worth $214 Million Dollars. Now Devin Booker really showed his worth towards latter parts of the season because once Chris Paul went down p Booker would step up and played well on both sides of the ball. Booker at times could also score at will and had a supporting cast around him to het out of tough situations when he became double teamed. Booker ultimately ended his year by packing in 26.8 in points per game, 4.8 in assists per game and a 5.0 in rebounds per game.
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BREAKING: Nikola Jokic during this years offseason signed a max 5 year deal that is worth $264 Million Dollars. Now Jokic for one has already won back to back regular season MVP titles and is a big man who can shoot from pretty much anywhere on the court. Jokic can also distribute the ball to help his teammates around him and is a rebounding machine when down low. Including 18 triple doubles in 2021-2022. Unfortunately, for Jokic and his Nuggets they would be eliminated in the West Final 4-1 to the Warriors. Jokic capped off 2022 by scoring 27.1 in points per game, 13.8 in rebounds and a 7.9 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Wizards were able to give up Caldwell Pope and Ish Smith to the Denver Nuggets and in exchange will get Barton and Monte Morris. Now Monte Morris coming over to Washington will bring his passing skills as he averages 4.4 in assists per game and a 12.6 in points. Along with Caldwell Pope bringing his ability to rebound and is a patient scorer who let's the game come to him and quietly catches fire at random times throughout the year. Also does a nice job of using his size and length to pull down rebounds. Pope capped his season off by jamming in 13.2 in points per game on 43% shooting, 1.9 in assists and a 3.4 in rebounds.
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BREAKING: The Wizards have finally come to terms with Bradley Beal as they signed him in for a 5 year $251 Million Dollar deal for the upcoming NBA season. Now originally Beal rejected to opt into his $36.4 Million Dollar deal and by the looks of it......Washington wasn't taking No for an answer as they gave him the deal he deserves. Keep in mind Bradley Beal is called "Walking Buckets" due to his consistent scoring night in and night out.
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INJURY UPDATE: The Memohis Grizzlies hit hard in this years offseason after hearing that Jaren Jackson will miss 4 to 6 months of the new season. Due to needing surgery to fix a stress fracture in his foot. Jaren Jackson to wrap up 2021-2022 by piling in 16.3 in points per game, 1.1 in assisting and a 5.8 in rebounds.
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BREAKING: The Hawks went along and gave up Danilo Gallinari with a couple of 1st round draft selections and in return would get Murray from the Spurs. Now Gallinari coming over to the Hawks was a solid move to make as it adds depth and can can take some of the pressure off Trae Young. Gallinari is a good rim protector on the defensive end and also averages 11.7 in points per game while shooting 43% from the field. Including his rebounding skills at 4.7.
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BREAKING: Bradley Beal unfortunately tell the Wizards that he will not opt into his $36.4 Million Dollar deal and had the eligibility to ink in a brand new five year deal. Now in my opinion I think Beal said no simply to the fact that they aren't winning games and is giving it his all. Beal by this point I believe is frustrated and wants to contend for a ring. However, the Wizards back in 2021 did make the Playoffs but were eliminated in the 1st round by the 76ers 4-1. Beal this past season turned in 23.2 in points per game while shooting 45% from the field, secured 4.7 in rebounds per game and a 6.6 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Clippers were able to buyout John Wall from the Rockets and would be in his last season of a 4-year deal that was worth $171 Million Dollars. Including $47.7 Milion that Houston will owe him. Now John Wall wasn't a factor much in 2021-2022 as he sat out after having issues on what his role was.
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BREAKING: Kyrie Irving now closes the rumors on going to the Lakers afte deciding to opt into a $37 Million Dollar deal to stay a Nets for this upcoming season. Now Kyrie Irving in 2022 played in 29 games and in that time he turned in 27.4 in points per game, 4.4 in rebounds per game and a 5.8 in assists.
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BREAKING: The Hornets make a move at the Head Coach position as they hired Steve Clifford after Kenny Atkinson turned the offer away. Now Clifford is being reunited with the team that he Coached from 2013-2018 and in those five years he accumulated a win/loss record of 196-214 with a win percentage of .478. Will this time be any different?
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BREAKING: The Houston Rockets went ahead and traded away Christian Wood to the Mavericks for Boban Marjanovic, Trey Burke and Marquiss Chriss. Including a 2022 NBA Draft pick. Now the Mavs scored in this deal due to the simple fact that Wood offensively is a machine as he can rebound and give you 20+ points per game. Then on the defensive side Wood will bring his strong ability to block shots and protect the rim against driving opponents. Wood completed his 2022 campaign by scoring 17.9 in points per game with 50% shooting from the field, averages 10.1 in rebounding per game and 0.96 in blocks per game. It's just unfortunate that the Rockets missed the Playoffs and finished in last place in the West with a 20-62 record.
BREAKING: The Houston Rockets went ahead and traded away Christian Wood to the Mavericks for Boban Marjanovic, Trey Burke and Marquiss Chriss. Including a 2022 NBA Draft pick. Now the Mavs scored in this deal due to the simple fact that Wood offensively is a machine as he can rebound and give you 20+ points per game. Then on the defensive side Wood will bring his strong ability to block shots and protect the rim against driving opponents. Wood completed his 2022 campaign by scoring 17.9 in points per game with 50% shooting from the field, averages 10.1 in rebounding per game and 0.96 in blocks per game. It's just unfortunate that the Rockets missed the Playoffs and finished in last place in the West with a 20-62 record.
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BREAKING: The Lakers have gone ahead and hired their newest Head Coach, Darvin Ham and signed to a 4 year deal. Now Darvin Ham became the Lakers rookie Head Coach after firing Frank Vogel who led them to the 2020 NBA Finals but a few bad seasons and it would send Ham in. Ham as been an assistant Coach for years and years while even playing against a rookie LeBron James back in the 2004 season. LeBron and some other guys feel adulated to get Darvin Ham but in order to keep him full time Lakers NEED to win games and AD has to stay healthy.
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BREAKING: The Sacramento Kings have gone ahead to hire their newest Head Coach, in Mike Brown who currently serves as one of the Warriors assistant coaches. Now Mike Brown is a defensive minded kind of coach and since his debut back in 97 most of his teams have defensively been rated 15 or lower. Brown has also worked for a lot successful coaches througjout his career including the one right now, which is Steve Kerr. Brown has served as Kerr's assistant for the last six NBA seasons and in that time he's captured two Championships.
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BREAKING: The Charlotte Hornets went along and fired Head Coach James Borrego after two full NBA seasons. Now Borrego's firing comes after sustaining back to back losses in the NBA play in game. Keep in mind that the Hornets hired Borrego back in 2018 and since that day they've made zero NBA Postseason appearances and finished with a regular season win/loss record of 138-163.
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INJURY UPDATE: The Milwaukee Bucks will be without Khris Middleton who is ruled out indefinitely due to an MCL sprain. Now Middleton sustained this injury in game 2 versing the Bulls as he was driving the lane and as he turned around trying to make a pass he would slip awkwardly while having some trouble getting back to his feet before eventually heading to the locker rooms. Khris Middleton averaged out a 14.5 in points per game, 7 rebounds per game and 5 boards per game in these playoffs.
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INJURY UPDATE: The 76ers take a massive hit to NBA Finals hopes after Joel Embiid was rules out indefinitely to an Oribital bone fracture in his face. Now Joel Embiid was guarding the rim down low with Pascal Siakam driving the lane for an attempted layup and in that process was caught with an elbow to his face. Despite a tough injury, Embiid in this years postseason is averaging 26.2 in points per game, 11.3 in rebounds per game and a 2.3 in assisting. I'll also add in Embiid should only miss games one and two of the second round.
INJURY UPDATE: The Milwaukee Bucks will be without Khris Middleton who is ruled out indefinitely due to an MCL sprain. Now Middleton sustained this injury in game 2 versing the Bulls as he was driving the lane and as he turned around trying to make a pass he would slip awkwardly while having some trouble getting back to his feet before eventually heading to the locker rooms. Khris Middleton averaged out a 14.5 in points per game, 7 rebounds per game and 5 boards per game in these playoffs.
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INJURY UPDATE: The 76ers take a massive hit to NBA Finals hopes after Joel Embiid was rules out indefinitely to an Oribital bone fracture in his face. Now Joel Embiid was guarding the rim down low with Pascal Siakam driving the lane for an attempted layup and in that process was caught with an elbow to his face. Despite a tough injury, Embiid in this years postseason is averaging 26.2 in points per game, 11.3 in rebounds per game and a 2.3 in assisting. I'll also add in Embiid should only miss games one and two of the second round.
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INJURY UPDATE: The Suns get hit hard in the stomach after hearing that Devin Booker will miss the next 2 to 3 weeks of the Postseason due to a grade 1 right hamstring injury. Now in the 3rd quarter Devin Booker sustained this injury in a 114-125 game 2 loss to the Pels after trying to deflect Hayes from getting a dunk in transition but took an awkward landing once he hit the ground and was seen moving a little slow after the fact. Booker so far in these playoffs has averaged 28 points per game, 4.5 in assists per game and 5.4 in rebounds per game while shooting an overall 50%.
INJURY UPDATE: The Suns get hit hard in the stomach after hearing that Devin Booker will miss the next 2 to 3 weeks of the Postseason due to a grade 1 right hamstring injury. Now in the 3rd quarter Devin Booker sustained this injury in a 114-125 game 2 loss to the Pels after trying to deflect Hayes from getting a dunk in transition but took an awkward landing once he hit the ground and was seen moving a little slow after the fact. Booker so far in these playoffs has averaged 28 points per game, 4.5 in assists per game and 5.4 in rebounds per game while shooting an overall 50%.
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Friday April 15th, 2022: Pelicans rally from 13 points down in the 2nd half to comeback and knock off the Clippers by a score of 105-101. This win helped New Orleans lock up the 8th seed in the West. Pelicans in the 1st quarter would secure a 20-14 lead after Jaxson Hayes knocked in a nicely made layup. Pelicans were aggressive in the 1st quarter after getting good looks at the rim for 62% shooting from the field and attacked the paint with 18 points. One negative was that they couldn't get the three ball to drop after being 0 for 4 at this point in time. Then Herb Jones with over 5 to go in the 2nd quarter would splash in a three point jumper to give the Pelicans a 50-34 lead. Pelicans through quarter 2 were hot offensively as they utilized nice ball movement to help players get open and it allowed for 56% of their shots to drop from the floor. Pels shot 12% from downtown, turned in 10 team assists and entered halftime up 56-46. However, Brandon Ingram would try to get his team back in it after hitting a mid range J but trailed 66-75. This also happen to be the Ingram second made basket in a row. Pels had a disappointing 3rd quarter after being unable to get any type of shots to go down while turning the ball over 8 times and were outscored 38-18. But luckily enough, during the midway point of the 4th quarter the Pels were on a 14-1 run and tied this at 88-88 after a McCollum three ball. But in the end, Murphy laye in the 4th would bury a dagger of a three point J to gain a 101-94 lead. The Pelicans in the final quarter at one point were off to a 27-7 run after the defense se forced crtical stops down the stretch and dominated the offensive glass in order to score 20 second chance points. Along with outscoring LA 31-17. Pels scored 50 points in the paint, secured 17 offensive boards and will take in the Suns in round 1.
Clippers endured a disappointing 101-105 loss to the Pelicans. This defeat eliminated the Clippers from the 2022 Postseason. Now Norman Powell with 1:53 to go in the 1st would splash in mid range jumper and came within four, 22-26. Clippers through quarter had a rough time finding space to knock down shots from the floor with 36% and also went 1 for 11 from downtown. Thereafter, Covington would knock down a three point jumper to make this bout 34-45. The Clippers unfortunately in the 2nd quarter continuted to have issues from deep as they couldn't get a shot to fall with 4 makes on 20 attempts. But defensively the Clippers were able to force a few steals and were rewarded with four fast break points. Clips shot 37% from the floor, defense forced 4 turnovers and stepped into halftime down 46-56. But come the 3rd and the Clips came within three and were off to a 12-0 run after a Reggie Jackson three pointer, 53-56. Note that this run was sparked by enforcing quick stops on defense while getting a few solid mid range jumpers to go in. Next, the Clips would snag their first lead after Jackson buried a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 60-58. LA ended the 3rd on a 34-6 run after forcing quick stops and played lockdown defense while offense attacked the paint with 38 points. As well as getting quality shots to go down on 45% from the field. Now shifting to the 4th and Covington with a 1:17 would sink in a beauty of a layup to come within two, 99-101. Keep in mind that the Clippers at the start of the 4th quarter were getting shots to sink in from the field at a high rate but towards the end of this game they simply went on a cold streak by missing multiple shots in a row while barely turning in 41% from the field. Also turned the ball over 7 total times. Clippers ended their night with 25% shooting from long distance, scored 13 second chance points and now will head home to prepare for 2023.
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Wednesday April 13th, 2022: The Hornets get stunned in the 2nd half and the final score showed a tough 103-132 routing when facing the Hawks. This defeat officially eliminated the Hornets from the Postseason and lost back to back play in's as well. McDaniels would come off the bench with a couple seconds left in the 1st quarter to bring Charlotte within nine after hitting a corner three pointer, 23-32. Hornets through 12 minutes struggled to buy a basket after after shooting just 33% from both the field and from downtown. Afterwards, the Hornets in the 2nd would come within ten after Terry Rozier powered to the lane and dropped in a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 49-58. Charlotte offensively were doing a solid job of scoring in the 2nd quarter but putting together multiple stops were the issue. Hornets shot 37% from the floor, matched Atlanta for 20 points inside the paint and stormed into halftime facing a 52-60 deficit. But come the 3rd quarter and Miles Bridges would find a gap in the Hawks lane and dialed up a layup, 72-97. Be aware that the Hornets in the 3rd quarter still having defensive issue coming out the half. They allowed to many points in the paint with 34 total and couldn't defend the perimeter as they gave up 50% shooting. Offensively they struggled to create space and get shots to go down as they sunk in over 30% overall. Then during the latter points of the 4th quarter and Rozier would bury a three ball, while trailing 103-129. Charlotte on offense in the 4th and we'll throughout the entire 2nd half had difficulties getting open let alone getting shots to fall. Including 14 turnovers while getting outscored 72-51 between quarters 3 and 4. Hornets in the 4th were outscored 30-27, shot 31% from long range and fell to a 0-1 record.
Hawks handle the Hornets by blowing them out 132-103. This win helps the Hawks in needing just one more win in this play in tourney to advance and take on the Cavaliers in round 1 of the East playoffs. Now Trae Young in the 1st quarter dished a pass dow low to Clint Capela who sunk in a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 20-13. Hawks through one quarter torched Charlotte from deep as they got 55% of their shots to fall. Also forced five turns and scored eight points in the paint. Then during the 2nd quarter Trae Young would end eight striaght misses from the field as he drove the lane and a hit a mid range floater, 51-38. Hawks in quarter number 2 created enough separation from Charlotte defenders by using pick and roll screens in order to knock down quality shots from behind the arc, with 44% shooting. Hawks scored 8 second chance points, shot 44% from the field and entered halftime leading 60-52. Eventually, the Hawks lewd in the 3rd would continue to grow after Deion Wright buried a nicely made layup, 101-75. Hawks ended the 3rd quarter on a tear by utilizing great ball movement with 23 team assists and it help get players open for solid looks at the basket. Also outscored Charlotte 42-24 with the defense forcing quick stops. But in the end, Mays would drive the lane for a beauty if a finger roll layin, 126-98. Now the Hawks in the final quarter of play drenched the Hornets from the field by attacking the paint with 52 points and earned 17 second chance points off solid rebounding on offense. Hawks tallied 12 boards on offense, shot over 50% overall and are 1-0 in this play in.
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Sunday April 10th, 2022: On the final regular season game of the year the Warriors handle the Pelicans by a score of 128-107. This win helped the Warriors secure their fifth win in a row and lock up the 3rd seed in the West. Now midway theough the 1st quarter this game would be back and fourth before Golden State snagged a 25-21 lead. After Gary Payton buried a nicely made layup. Warriors in the 1st dominated ball movement by spacing the floor with 10 assists to help setup players for 58% shooting from the field. Next, Kay Thompson late in the 2nd would splash in a three point jumper to go up 58-46. Warriors through the 2nd quarter were on fire as they were getting 63% of their shots from the field to fall and utilized 11 points off the Pels turns. As well as outscoring the Pels 41-27. Warriors shot 55% from the floor, Thompson secured 21 1st half points and walked into halftime up 68-48. Eventually, the Warriors pounding on the Pels continuted into the 3rd quarter after Thompson hit a turning mid range jumper to gain an 83-53 lead. Warriors ended the 3rd quarter by getting solid looks at the rim and were shooting over 50% from deep and from the field. Warriors also dod a nice job of continuing to space the floor out with 25 assists by this point in time. But in the end, Toscano Anderson in the 4th quarter would bury a dagger of a three ball, 122-102. Warriors in the 4th never let their foot off pedal as they knocked down shots at a high rate from downtown, with 60% shooting. But defensively defended the three point line by allowing no easy looks or open space while holding them to 35%. Warriors ended their night shooting 57% from the field, recorded 8 fast break points to the Pels 26 and moved up to a 53-29 record.
Pelicans struggled heavy in this matchup and it led them to a 107-128 blowout loss to the Warriors. This dropped New Orleans to their 46th loss of the year and are atop three straight defeats. No Naji Marshall in the 1st quarter would give the Pelicans a 21-17 lead after hitting a mid range jumper. Be aware that the Pelicans in he first 12 minutes seemingly had their problems from deep as they shot 8% but outscored Golden State 8-0 on the fast break. Thereafter, Alvarado would bury a mid range J but the Pels trailed still 46-55. Pelicans through the 2nd quarter of play still struggled from the perimeter as they knocked down just 14% and turned the ball over 6 times with 2 of them coming off steals. But from the field the Pels were solid as they moved around and got quality shots to drop. Along with the defense giving up a late 14-2 run. Pels shot 40% from the field, scored 24 points in the paint and entered halftime down 48-68. Although, Larry Nance Jr with a 1:20 in the 3rd would knock in a beauty of a three point jumper and made this bout 74-85. The Pelicans through three total quarters were doing much better on offense as they found most of theirbscoring opportunities by utilizing 40 points in the paint and dominated Golden State 20-8 in fast break points. Ultametly though, late in the 4th and Temple would sink in a three point J of his own but were still behind 102-119. The Pelicans in the 4th got 42% of their shots to drop in from the field and dominated with 19 second chance opportunities. One negative on offense was that they gave up 39 4th quarter points to their own 31. Pels scored 23 points off tge Warriors 17 turnovers, utilized 24 team assists and slipped to a 36-46 record.
Sunday April 10th, 2022: On the final regular season game of the year the Warriors handle the Pelicans by a score of 128-107. This win helped the Warriors secure their fifth win in a row and lock up the 3rd seed in the West. Now midway theough the 1st quarter this game would be back and fourth before Golden State snagged a 25-21 lead. After Gary Payton buried a nicely made layup. Warriors in the 1st dominated ball movement by spacing the floor with 10 assists to help setup players for 58% shooting from the field. Next, Kay Thompson late in the 2nd would splash in a three point jumper to go up 58-46. Warriors through the 2nd quarter were on fire as they were getting 63% of their shots from the field to fall and utilized 11 points off the Pels turns. As well as outscoring the Pels 41-27. Warriors shot 55% from the floor, Thompson secured 21 1st half points and walked into halftime up 68-48. Eventually, the Warriors pounding on the Pels continuted into the 3rd quarter after Thompson hit a turning mid range jumper to gain an 83-53 lead. Warriors ended the 3rd quarter by getting solid looks at the rim and were shooting over 50% from deep and from the field. Warriors also dod a nice job of continuing to space the floor out with 25 assists by this point in time. But in the end, Toscano Anderson in the 4th quarter would bury a dagger of a three ball, 122-102. Warriors in the 4th never let their foot off pedal as they knocked down shots at a high rate from downtown, with 60% shooting. But defensively defended the three point line by allowing no easy looks or open space while holding them to 35%. Warriors ended their night shooting 57% from the field, recorded 8 fast break points to the Pels 26 and moved up to a 53-29 record.
Pelicans struggled heavy in this matchup and it led them to a 107-128 blowout loss to the Warriors. This dropped New Orleans to their 46th loss of the year and are atop three straight defeats. No Naji Marshall in the 1st quarter would give the Pelicans a 21-17 lead after hitting a mid range jumper. Be aware that the Pelicans in he first 12 minutes seemingly had their problems from deep as they shot 8% but outscored Golden State 8-0 on the fast break. Thereafter, Alvarado would bury a mid range J but the Pels trailed still 46-55. Pelicans through the 2nd quarter of play still struggled from the perimeter as they knocked down just 14% and turned the ball over 6 times with 2 of them coming off steals. But from the field the Pels were solid as they moved around and got quality shots to drop. Along with the defense giving up a late 14-2 run. Pels shot 40% from the field, scored 24 points in the paint and entered halftime down 48-68. Although, Larry Nance Jr with a 1:20 in the 3rd would knock in a beauty of a three point jumper and made this bout 74-85. The Pelicans through three total quarters were doing much better on offense as they found most of theirbscoring opportunities by utilizing 40 points in the paint and dominated Golden State 20-8 in fast break points. Ultametly though, late in the 4th and Temple would sink in a three point J of his own but were still behind 102-119. The Pelicans in the 4th got 42% of their shots to drop in from the field and dominated with 19 second chance opportunities. One negative on offense was that they gave up 39 4th quarter points to their own 31. Pels scored 23 points off tge Warriors 17 turnovers, utilized 24 team assists and slipped to a 36-46 record.
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Friday April 8th, 2022: Booker scores 33 and the Suns erase a 17 point deficit to pick up a big 111-105 Victory when going against the Jazz. This win would help the Suns earn their 64th win of 2022 and are 7-3 through ten. The Suns in the 1st would gain a 22-10 lead after Ayton hit a mid range floater off a Chris Paul assist. Suns in the 1st quarter got off to a big 13-2 run by getting 60% of their shots to fall from the floor and outscored them 20-6 inside the paint. Next, Devin Booker with 2:26 left in the 2nd quarter would splash in a mid range floater to pull the Suns within six, 45-51. Suns through the 2nd quarter of play continuted to remain a threat from the floor by utilizing 13 team assists to help players find their spots and get good shot selections. Also were shooting a perfect 100% from the free throw line. Suns shot 52% from the field, earned 32 points in the paint and entered the half trailing 54-57. Eventually, Devin Booker late in the 3rd quarter would earn his first points after hitting a three ball to bring the Suns within eight, 70-78. Suns through quarter 3 mostly were getting good shot selections from downtown as they shot just 30%. What really hurt the Suns was that they committed 12 turnovers and allowed Utah to score 14 fast break points. Subsequently, Bridges late in the 4th would give the Suns their first lead since 54-53, following his driving one handed slam, 104-102. But in the end, Ayton would bury a game ending layup to go up 109-104. Firstly, the Suns defense was huge in the 4th quarter as they locked down the perimeter by limiting the Jazz to a low 28% and were very hands on with 7 steals. Then offensively, Phoenix were a thorn in Utah's side after utilizing great ball movement to allow quality shots to fall on solid looks at the basket. Suns end their night shooting 50% from the field, defense forced 11 total turnovers and moved up to a 64-17 record.
Jazz unable to close out after being up big as the final score showed a tough 105-111 loss to the Suns. This defeat hands the Jazz their 33rd loss of 2022 and remain 5th in the Western Conference. Jazz were able to come within four points late in the 1st quarter after Danuel House buried a nice three ball, 22-26. Jazz in the 1st quarter started to wake up midway through after bullying the Suns with five offensive boards and were getting solid looks at the rim from deep. As they shot just 35%. Let it be known that the Jazz earlier on had gone 1 of 10 from from the field. Then the Jazz would gain their first lead in the 2nd quarter and got off to an 8-0 run after a Herangomez layup inside the paint, 32-30. Thereafter, the Jazz would add onto their cushion towards the end of this quarter after gaining a 53-52 lead with 59 ticks left. Once Bogdanovic buried a mid range floater. The Jazz through 40 minutes were getting better looks at the rim from the field with solid shot making and targeted the paint for 26 points. Also got off to a big 14-0 run by forcing four steals and turned it into quick points in transition. Jazz outscored the Suns 10-7 in second chance points, shot 42% from the floor and walked into halftime leading 57-54. However, Rudy Gobert in the latter parts of the 3rd quarter would hammer down a hard two handed slam and the Jazz went up by ten, 80-70. Jazz in the 3rd were very tight on defense after forcing blocks down low and contested every Suns shot from the field. Also held Booker to 7 points as well. But offensively the Jazz ended on a 14-4 run by getting 45% of their shots to drop and scored 7 second chance points during this quarter. But come the 4th and the Bogdanovic with 7:30 left would knock in a three pointer to gain a 98-85 lead. The Jazz's offense in the 4th ABSOLUTELY struggled to get shots to go down and were even held four minutes without a basket at one point in time. Another negative was that they were outscored 36-13 as well. Jazz scord 15 points off the Suns 13 turns, shot a tough 39% from the floor and skipped to a 48-33 win/loss record.
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Thursday April 7th, 2022: Lakers in the final quarter were outscored 37-28 and it led them to a difficult 112-128 loss to the Warriors. This defeat dropped LA to a 1-9 record in ten games are riding 8 losses in a row. Malik Monk late in the 1st quarter would dial in a nicely made layup and gave the Lakers a 20-15 five point lead. Lakers offense through the first 12 minutes got solid shots to drop on 44% shooting from the field and beat Golden State 5-2 in fast break points. Defensively they did that much better by forcing 6 turnovers and outscored them 32-27. Next, Malik Monk with just 1:08 to go in the 2nd quarter would knock down a mid range J to gain a brief 62-61 lead. Be aware that the Lakers in quarter number 2 were finding ways to space the floor for players to have better shot making selections and attacked the paint with 22 points. Including the defense forcing 5 steals on 9 turnovers but couldn't defend the three as they held Golden State to 50%. LA turned in 8 team assists to the Warriors 21, shot 47% from the field and e tired halftime down 62-65. from the field. Eventually, the Lakers midway through the 3rd quarter would go up by four points after Monk tossed an alley oop pass to Howard who hammered down the slam, 77-73. Lakers in the 3rd quarter of play woke up by out rebounding Golden State on the offensive glass while turning in five second chance points. Now despite their solid 43% shooting from the floor, the Lakers also needed to start making three pointers after only shooting 23% and were outscored 26-22. Ultamately though, late in the 4th with over two to go Talen Horton Tucker would force a pick pocket steal off Poole before hammering down the one handed tomahawk slam, 103-117. Lakers through the 4th quarter from time to time went cold in terms of knocking down shots from the field, especially from long range. But on the defensive side of things LA were in the face of Golden State by forcing 18 total turnovers with 8 of them coming of steals. LA turned in 44% shooting from the floor, earned 11 second chance points and fell to a 31-49 record.
Klay Thompson's 33 point night leads the Warriors past the Lakers by a score of 128-112. This win helps Golden State beat the Lakers for third steiaght time in 2022 and are atop three wins in a row. Now Andre Iguodala in the 1st quarter was able to throw up a three point jumper to bring the Warriors within four, 23-27. Warriors through one really did a nice job of spreading the ball around in order to get players open and knock down quality shots. Warriors went over 50% from both deep and from the floor. One negative was that they allowed 11 points off their turns. Then during the 2nd quarter of play the Warriors would snag a 38-36 two point lead after a Klay Thompson three point jumper. Note that the Warriors gained this lead after forcing stops on the defensive end and turned it into quick points. Thereafter, the Warriors late would add onto their lead once Poole sunk in a beauty of a layup, 63-62. Note that the Warriors in the 2nd quarter continuted to be a threat with great ball movement and it led to clean looks at the rim from the field. Warriors also did a nice job of of outscoring LA 7-0 in second chance points. Warriors shot 52% from the field, were outscored 14-2 in transition and entered the half up 65-62. However, the Warriors with 5:25 to go in the 3rd quarter would snag an 83-81 lead once Wiggins hit a three pointer. Let it be known that the Warriors had a big 3rd quarter after getting off to a 13-2 run by forcing fast stops on defense and getting shots to drop on 52% shooting from the field. Also were raining down three's with 50% as they mostly got wide open looks. Luckily enough, the Warriors would the dagger after Lee drove the lane for game sealing layup, 126-108. Warriors in the 4th quarter stayed hot in offense as they continuted to attack the paint with 58 points and put on an efficient shooting performance from almost anywhere on the court. When I say efficient.....I mean EFFICIENT. Because the Warriors shot over 50% from ethier the field or deep and it remained that way from the start of this game to the end. Warriors forced 10 steals while scoring 21 points off the Lakers 15 turnovers, secured 39 assists and moved up to a 51-29 record.
Thursday April 7th, 2022: Lakers in the final quarter were outscored 37-28 and it led them to a difficult 112-128 loss to the Warriors. This defeat dropped LA to a 1-9 record in ten games are riding 8 losses in a row. Malik Monk late in the 1st quarter would dial in a nicely made layup and gave the Lakers a 20-15 five point lead. Lakers offense through the first 12 minutes got solid shots to drop on 44% shooting from the field and beat Golden State 5-2 in fast break points. Defensively they did that much better by forcing 6 turnovers and outscored them 32-27. Next, Malik Monk with just 1:08 to go in the 2nd quarter would knock down a mid range J to gain a brief 62-61 lead. Be aware that the Lakers in quarter number 2 were finding ways to space the floor for players to have better shot making selections and attacked the paint with 22 points. Including the defense forcing 5 steals on 9 turnovers but couldn't defend the three as they held Golden State to 50%. LA turned in 8 team assists to the Warriors 21, shot 47% from the field and e tired halftime down 62-65. from the field. Eventually, the Lakers midway through the 3rd quarter would go up by four points after Monk tossed an alley oop pass to Howard who hammered down the slam, 77-73. Lakers in the 3rd quarter of play woke up by out rebounding Golden State on the offensive glass while turning in five second chance points. Now despite their solid 43% shooting from the floor, the Lakers also needed to start making three pointers after only shooting 23% and were outscored 26-22. Ultamately though, late in the 4th with over two to go Talen Horton Tucker would force a pick pocket steal off Poole before hammering down the one handed tomahawk slam, 103-117. Lakers through the 4th quarter from time to time went cold in terms of knocking down shots from the field, especially from long range. But on the defensive side of things LA were in the face of Golden State by forcing 18 total turnovers with 8 of them coming of steals. LA turned in 44% shooting from the floor, earned 11 second chance points and fell to a 31-49 record.
Klay Thompson's 33 point night leads the Warriors past the Lakers by a score of 128-112. This win helps Golden State beat the Lakers for third steiaght time in 2022 and are atop three wins in a row. Now Andre Iguodala in the 1st quarter was able to throw up a three point jumper to bring the Warriors within four, 23-27. Warriors through one really did a nice job of spreading the ball around in order to get players open and knock down quality shots. Warriors went over 50% from both deep and from the floor. One negative was that they allowed 11 points off their turns. Then during the 2nd quarter of play the Warriors would snag a 38-36 two point lead after a Klay Thompson three point jumper. Note that the Warriors gained this lead after forcing stops on the defensive end and turned it into quick points. Thereafter, the Warriors late would add onto their lead once Poole sunk in a beauty of a layup, 63-62. Note that the Warriors in the 2nd quarter continuted to be a threat with great ball movement and it led to clean looks at the rim from the field. Warriors also did a nice job of of outscoring LA 7-0 in second chance points. Warriors shot 52% from the field, were outscored 14-2 in transition and entered the half up 65-62. However, the Warriors with 5:25 to go in the 3rd quarter would snag an 83-81 lead once Wiggins hit a three pointer. Let it be known that the Warriors had a big 3rd quarter after getting off to a 13-2 run by forcing fast stops on defense and getting shots to drop on 52% shooting from the field. Also were raining down three's with 50% as they mostly got wide open looks. Luckily enough, the Warriors would the dagger after Lee drove the lane for game sealing layup, 126-108. Warriors in the 4th quarter stayed hot in offense as they continuted to attack the paint with 58 points and put on an efficient shooting performance from almost anywhere on the court. When I say efficient.....I mean EFFICIENT. Because the Warriors shot over 50% from ethier the field or deep and it remained that way from the start of this game to the end. Warriors forced 10 steals while scoring 21 points off the Lakers 15 turnovers, secured 39 assists and moved up to a 51-29 record.
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Wednesday April 6th, 2022: Knicks fall apart in the 2nd half and it led them to a distaining 98-110 loss to the Nets. This defeat has the Knicks tied for 11th place in the East with the Wizards and drop down to a 5-5 record through ten games. Now Fournier in the 1st quarter would dial in a corner three pointer to bring the Knicks within three,22-25. Note that Fournier is shooting 39% from deep this season. Thereafter, the Knicks late in this quarter would grab a 27-25 lead after a Toppin three ball. Knicks ended the 1st quarter on a 10-0 run after outscoring Brooklyn 12-8 when getting inside the paint and were dialing it up from behind the arc as they got quality shots to fall on 38%. Then Obi Toppin with over four to go in the 2nd, would spalsh in a three point jumper to extend their lead to 54-44. Knicks extensively continued to push the tempo from long range as they found ways to space the floor to get one on one mismatches and got solid shots to drop in. Knicks were also able to beat the Nets to loose balls and it allowed for them to capitalize on 7 second chance points. Knicks shot 47% from the field, turned in 12 yeam assists and entered halftime 67-50. Eventually, the Knicks kead would continue to grow come the latter parts of the 3rd as he Toppin dropped in a falling mid range jumper, 82-67. Keep in mind that Jericho Sims was a huge part of the Knicks dominating 3rd quarter after winning the offensive boards tipping shots in and utilized a career best with 3 blocks. But despite getting clean looks from deep, Knicks turned the ball over 7 times and gave up easy baskets down low. Naturally though, Barrett's layup in the 4th helped Knicks regain 95-92 lead. Unfortunately the Knicks in the 4th down the stretch couldn't buy bakset and were outscored 38-16. Knicks 34% from downtown, turned the ball over 13 times and fell to a 35-45 record.
Nets rally back from 21 points down to stave off a struggling Knicks team by a score of 110-98. This win now has the Nets tied for 8th place in the East with the Hawks and are rising two wins in a row. Edward's late in the 1st quarter would power to the rim for jicey made layup and went up by five, 20-15. Nets through one quarter utilized solid ball movement in order to help players space out and get shots to drop. But struggled from deep as they shot just 27% and were outscored 25-29. Next, Kyrie Irving towards the end of the 2nd quarter would bring Brooklyn within five after hitting a mid range floater, 50-55. The Nets seemingly had their issues in the 2nd quarter after defensively giving up a 12-2 run by turning the ball over seven times and it allowed for the Knicks to score 6 fast break points. Nets were only able to shoot 27% from long range, scored 3 second chance points and walked into halftime down 50-67. Ultamately though, Durant with 22 ticks left in the 3rd would hit a three point J to make this bout 72-82. Nets in the 3rd quarter at one point struggled to make shots until the final two minutes or so. Where they got off to a 10-2 run by forcing stops on defense and turned it into quick points in transition. They also shot a solid 39% from the field, while outscoring the Knicks 22-15. However, Brooklyn stromed back to gain their first lead since late in the 1st, follwoing an Edward's putback layin off an Irving missed three, 85-84. But in the end, the Nets in the 4th reached a 10-0 run on a Seth Curry three ball, 104-96. Nets through the 4th ended on a 13-0 run by forcing 3 steals in a row and it allowed the offense to get 12 quick points in transition. Nets end their night by scoring 32 points in the paint, shot 44% from long distance and moved up to a 42-38 record.
Wednesday April 6th, 2022: Knicks fall apart in the 2nd half and it led them to a distaining 98-110 loss to the Nets. This defeat has the Knicks tied for 11th place in the East with the Wizards and drop down to a 5-5 record through ten games. Now Fournier in the 1st quarter would dial in a corner three pointer to bring the Knicks within three,22-25. Note that Fournier is shooting 39% from deep this season. Thereafter, the Knicks late in this quarter would grab a 27-25 lead after a Toppin three ball. Knicks ended the 1st quarter on a 10-0 run after outscoring Brooklyn 12-8 when getting inside the paint and were dialing it up from behind the arc as they got quality shots to fall on 38%. Then Obi Toppin with over four to go in the 2nd, would spalsh in a three point jumper to extend their lead to 54-44. Knicks extensively continued to push the tempo from long range as they found ways to space the floor to get one on one mismatches and got solid shots to drop in. Knicks were also able to beat the Nets to loose balls and it allowed for them to capitalize on 7 second chance points. Knicks shot 47% from the field, turned in 12 yeam assists and entered halftime 67-50. Eventually, the Knicks kead would continue to grow come the latter parts of the 3rd as he Toppin dropped in a falling mid range jumper, 82-67. Keep in mind that Jericho Sims was a huge part of the Knicks dominating 3rd quarter after winning the offensive boards tipping shots in and utilized a career best with 3 blocks. But despite getting clean looks from deep, Knicks turned the ball over 7 times and gave up easy baskets down low. Naturally though, Barrett's layup in the 4th helped Knicks regain 95-92 lead. Unfortunately the Knicks in the 4th down the stretch couldn't buy bakset and were outscored 38-16. Knicks 34% from downtown, turned the ball over 13 times and fell to a 35-45 record.
Nets rally back from 21 points down to stave off a struggling Knicks team by a score of 110-98. This win now has the Nets tied for 8th place in the East with the Hawks and are rising two wins in a row. Edward's late in the 1st quarter would power to the rim for jicey made layup and went up by five, 20-15. Nets through one quarter utilized solid ball movement in order to help players space out and get shots to drop. But struggled from deep as they shot just 27% and were outscored 25-29. Next, Kyrie Irving towards the end of the 2nd quarter would bring Brooklyn within five after hitting a mid range floater, 50-55. The Nets seemingly had their issues in the 2nd quarter after defensively giving up a 12-2 run by turning the ball over seven times and it allowed for the Knicks to score 6 fast break points. Nets were only able to shoot 27% from long range, scored 3 second chance points and walked into halftime down 50-67. Ultamately though, Durant with 22 ticks left in the 3rd would hit a three point J to make this bout 72-82. Nets in the 3rd quarter at one point struggled to make shots until the final two minutes or so. Where they got off to a 10-2 run by forcing stops on defense and turned it into quick points in transition. They also shot a solid 39% from the field, while outscoring the Knicks 22-15. However, Brooklyn stromed back to gain their first lead since late in the 1st, follwoing an Edward's putback layin off an Irving missed three, 85-84. But in the end, the Nets in the 4th reached a 10-0 run on a Seth Curry three ball, 104-96. Nets through the 4th ended on a 13-0 run by forcing 3 steals in a row and it allowed the offense to get 12 quick points in transition. Nets end their night by scoring 32 points in the paint, shot 44% from long distance and moved up to a 42-38 record.
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Tuesday April 5th, 2022: Lakers take a hit to their Postseason hopes after getting blwo out 110-121 when going against the Suns. This defeat officially eliminated the Lakers from playoff contention and move their losing streak to 7 in a row. Now Anthony late in the 1st from the baseline would hit a turning mid range jumper, 23-17. Lakers through one quarter kept it simple as they got shots to fall on solid looks and outscored the Suns 31-28. One negative for LA was that they turned the ball over 4 times to the Suns 1. Then Westbrook late in the 2nd would bury a mid range jumper to help LA gain a brief 50-48 lead. Lakers in the 2nd still struggled from downtown but remained an offensive juggernaut from the field. As they spaced the floor in order to get themselves into one on one matchups, where they got shots to fall. Lakers also slowed the Suns defense down by going 18 of 19 from the free throw line. LA shot 43% from the floor, outrebounded 6-3 on offense and entered the half down 58-63. Ultamately though, the Lakers in the 3rd would pull within a 20 point deficit after Davis sunk in a mid range J, 70-90. Lakers through the 3rd quarter of play seemingly had a very tough time from both the field and from deep as shots simply weren't falling due to the Suns defense being tightly contained. Defensievely though the Lakers gave up 18 points in transition and were outscored 35-22. Although, towards the end of the 4th quarter, Malik Monk would hit a layup to bring LA within 13, 100-113. Lakers offensively just couldn't get it going in the 4th quarter after turning the ball over 16 times with 10 of them coming off steals. Including a poor shooting performance from behind the arc. But on defense LA through the 3rd and 4th gave up 58 combined points. Note that LA's defense played loose and it allowed for to many easy open paths to the rim. Lakers shot 31% from deep, ended the 4th on an 8-0 run and fell to a 31-48 record.
Suns set a team record for most wins ever after knocking off the Lakers by a score of 121-110. This win allowed the Suns to gain their 63rd win of the year and improve their record to 8-2 through ten games as well. Devin Booker in the 1st quarter with over four to go, would spalsh in a deep three point jumper and came within three, 23-26. Sun's ended the first 12 minutes by being able to move the ball well with 8 assists and it allowed for 45% shooting from the field. On defense they defended the three well as they held LA to 33%. Afterwards, the Suns lead during the 2nd quarter got pushed to nine points after Jae Crowder knocked down a three point jumper, thus going up 56-50. The Suns through the 2nd quarter ended on a 15-6 run at one point in time by forcing a ton of defensive turnovers and it allowed for 10 fast break points. Suns also continued to be a threat from the floor as they got quality shots to drop on 49%. Suns scored 32 points in the paint, scored 15 points off the Lakers 9 turns and walked into halftime up 63-58. Eventually, the Suns would force the Lakers to take a late 3rd quarter timeout after Devin Booker buried a wide open three point jumper, 84-65. Now the Suns in the 3rd were rolling away with this game after being a driving force in the paint as they notched 48 points and in the process were shooting a clean 49%. But in the end, Cam Johnson hit a dagger of three ball to go up 116-100. Suns kept the momentum going in the 4th quarter as they stayed aggressive when playing bully ball inside the paint and dominated LA with great ball movement which allowed players to get open and knock down critical shots down the stretch. Also did a nice job of adding 12 second chance points as well. Suns tallied in 56 points down low, shot 49% from the floor and improved to a 63-16 record.
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Sunday April 3rd, 2022: The Heat during last nights outing knocked off the Raptors by a score of 114-109. This win propelled Miami to their 51st win of the year and are atop a four-game win streak. The Heat late in the 1st quarter would bring themselves within ten points after a Victor Oladipo three pointer, 24-34. Be aware that the Heat in the first 12 minutes needed to clean up their 33% shooting from deep as they had rarely any room to get a solid shot off, due to a tightly contained Raptors defense. But not everything was bad for the offense after getting quick jumpers to fall and attacked the paint effectively. Even got off to a late 7-0 run as well. Then Tyler Herro late in the 2nd quarter would bring the Heat within four and got off to a 10-2 run, follwoing his side step three pointer, 43-47. Keep in mind that the Heat's defense was masterful in the 2nd after forcing twelve Toronto turnovers with seven of them coming off steals. As for the offense....well they were doing their part by picking up the pace on fast breaks and did an even better job of finding gaps in the Raptors defense before exploiting them inside the paint for 20 points. Heat shot 42% from the field, scored 4 fast break points and entered the half down 45-55. Eventually, Max Strus with 1:11 left in the 3rd would dial in a three point jumper to give his team a brief 74-71 lead. Now the Heat had a terrific 3rd quarter from long range as they made 6 shots on 10 tries and it was sparked by excellent ball movement. But come the 4th quarter and Oladipo would hit a critical three ball to gain a 101-95 advantage. The Heat in the 4th quarter took control of this matchup midway through after knocking down 51% of their shots from the field and dominated Toronto in the assist department by securing 30 to their 18. Heat ended their night sinking in 47% from long distance, secured 40 points in the paint and moved up to a 51-28 record.
Raptors get outscored 35-31 in the 4th quarter with the final score reading a 109-114 loss to the Heat. This defeat dropped Toronto to a 7-3 record in ten games and are in 6th place throughout the East. Now the Raptors would jump out to a fast 23-12 lead after a Fred VaVleet step back three point jumper and even set a franchise record for most three's, with 238. The Raptors through one quarter of play seemingly torched the Heat as they got shots to fall on quality looks at the rim and forced quick defensive stops in order to outscore Miami 7-2 in transition. Along with VanVleet being a threat with 17 quick points on 3 of 5 shooting from deep. Afterwards, during latter points of the 2nd and VanVleet would bury a nicley made mid range floater, thus going up 52-43. Also ended the Heat's 10-2 run as well. Unfortunately, for Toronto things started to slow down a tad bit in the 2nd quarter from behind the arc. Due to shots simply not falling and had no wiggle room to get good looks. Raptors shot 31% from deep, earned 5 second chance points and walked into halftime up 55-45. Although, during quarter number 3 Pascal Siakam would drive the lane for a beuaty of a finger roll layin to go up 68-62. The Raptors through three quarters still had trouble finding their rhythm from downtown and needed to correct their turnovers. After having 13 by this point in time. Also got outscored 34-23 as well. Ultamately though, during the 4th quarter and Siakam would bring Toronto within nine points after drilling in mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 103-109. The Raptors during quarter number 4 just couldn't find their three point shooting as they turned in a low 30% and defensievely allowed the Heat to hit 18 total three pointers. Toronto doesn't win this game because their defense simply had trouble closing off the perimeter and didn't have the sense of urgency like they had back in the 1st. Raptors turned the ball over 17 times in total, outscored Maimi 15-14 in fast break points and fell to a 45-33 record.
Sunday April 3rd, 2022: The Heat during last nights outing knocked off the Raptors by a score of 114-109. This win propelled Miami to their 51st win of the year and are atop a four-game win streak. The Heat late in the 1st quarter would bring themselves within ten points after a Victor Oladipo three pointer, 24-34. Be aware that the Heat in the first 12 minutes needed to clean up their 33% shooting from deep as they had rarely any room to get a solid shot off, due to a tightly contained Raptors defense. But not everything was bad for the offense after getting quick jumpers to fall and attacked the paint effectively. Even got off to a late 7-0 run as well. Then Tyler Herro late in the 2nd quarter would bring the Heat within four and got off to a 10-2 run, follwoing his side step three pointer, 43-47. Keep in mind that the Heat's defense was masterful in the 2nd after forcing twelve Toronto turnovers with seven of them coming off steals. As for the offense....well they were doing their part by picking up the pace on fast breaks and did an even better job of finding gaps in the Raptors defense before exploiting them inside the paint for 20 points. Heat shot 42% from the field, scored 4 fast break points and entered the half down 45-55. Eventually, Max Strus with 1:11 left in the 3rd would dial in a three point jumper to give his team a brief 74-71 lead. Now the Heat had a terrific 3rd quarter from long range as they made 6 shots on 10 tries and it was sparked by excellent ball movement. But come the 4th quarter and Oladipo would hit a critical three ball to gain a 101-95 advantage. The Heat in the 4th quarter took control of this matchup midway through after knocking down 51% of their shots from the field and dominated Toronto in the assist department by securing 30 to their 18. Heat ended their night sinking in 47% from long distance, secured 40 points in the paint and moved up to a 51-28 record.
Raptors get outscored 35-31 in the 4th quarter with the final score reading a 109-114 loss to the Heat. This defeat dropped Toronto to a 7-3 record in ten games and are in 6th place throughout the East. Now the Raptors would jump out to a fast 23-12 lead after a Fred VaVleet step back three point jumper and even set a franchise record for most three's, with 238. The Raptors through one quarter of play seemingly torched the Heat as they got shots to fall on quality looks at the rim and forced quick defensive stops in order to outscore Miami 7-2 in transition. Along with VanVleet being a threat with 17 quick points on 3 of 5 shooting from deep. Afterwards, during latter points of the 2nd and VanVleet would bury a nicley made mid range floater, thus going up 52-43. Also ended the Heat's 10-2 run as well. Unfortunately, for Toronto things started to slow down a tad bit in the 2nd quarter from behind the arc. Due to shots simply not falling and had no wiggle room to get good looks. Raptors shot 31% from deep, earned 5 second chance points and walked into halftime up 55-45. Although, during quarter number 3 Pascal Siakam would drive the lane for a beuaty of a finger roll layin to go up 68-62. The Raptors through three quarters still had trouble finding their rhythm from downtown and needed to correct their turnovers. After having 13 by this point in time. Also got outscored 34-23 as well. Ultamately though, during the 4th quarter and Siakam would bring Toronto within nine points after drilling in mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 103-109. The Raptors during quarter number 4 just couldn't find their three point shooting as they turned in a low 30% and defensievely allowed the Heat to hit 18 total three pointers. Toronto doesn't win this game because their defense simply had trouble closing off the perimeter and didn't have the sense of urgency like they had back in the 1st. Raptors turned the ball over 17 times in total, outscored Maimi 15-14 in fast break points and fell to a 45-33 record.
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LeBron James air balls final three pointer and the Lakers sustained a tough 111-114 loss to the Pelicans. This defeat keeps the Lakers sitting in 11th place throughout the West and are riding four losses in a row. Lakers in the 1st quarter were able to snag a brief 25-24 lead after Monk buried a wide open three point J. Be aware that the Lakers through one quarter absolutely torched New Orleans from the field as they spaced the floor to get solid shots to fall, with 47%. One negative was that the Lakers were struggling from deep by not being able to buy a bucket on 37%. Afterwards, towards the latter points of the 2nd quarter and Malik Monk in transition threw down a heavy one handed slam, 46-48. Lakers offense through two quarters attacked the rim with 24 points in the paint and did much better when getting out in transition after forcing quick defensive stops. LA scored 11 fast break points, shot 47%from the floor and entered halftime tied at 50-50. Eventually, during quarter number 3 would bump their lead to two after a Malik Monk layup and went up 79-76. Lakers in the 3rd quarter seemingly dominated the Pels by securing the offensive glass and it turned into six second chance points. Although, Lakers with just 15 ticks left in the 4th would come within one, following a Monk three point jumper, 111-112. Lakers in the 4th quarter unfortunately blew a six point lead by turning the ball over 17 total times and four during this quarter. Lakers shot 47% from the floor, scored 17 fast break points and fell to a 31-46 record.
McCollum drops in a 32 point night to lead the Pelicans past the Lakers by a score of 114-111. This win helped put the Lakers three games back from the Pels for the West play-in spot and are atop three wins in a row. Now CJ McCollum late in the 1st quarter would gain his 14th point after hitting a pull up three point jumper, 20-17. The Pelicans ended the 1st quaryer by getting jumpers to drop from mid range and turned it into ten fast break points to LA's 4. Pelicans also were effective from deep as they shot 55%. Then during the 2nd quarter with 2:11 left, CJ McCollum would dial in a mid range floater to gain a 48-44 lead. Pelicans in the 2nd quarter had solid ball movement that led allowed players to spread the floor and get open looks at the rim. But on defense they were able to force 10 LA turnovers and six of them came off steals. Pels had 13 team assists, shot 47% from the field and walked into halftime all knotted at 50-50. But come the 3rd quarter and Brandon Ingram would splash in step back mid range jumper, 77-79. Pels capped off the 3rd by getting shots to fall from the field and needed to do much better on the offensive boards as they secured just two at this point in time. Also were outscored 37-34. However, the Pels late in the 4th went up by two after an Ingram fading three point J, 110-108. But the ultimate dagger came when McCollum went 3 for 3 from the free throw line and pushed the lead to 114-111. Pelicans during this final quarter kept themselves in this battle by getting shots to go in and executed well when getting out in transition. Also ended this quarter on an 11-3 run with quick defensive stops. Pels ended their night shooting a solid 51%, scored 44 points in the paint and moved up to a 34-43 record.
LeBron James air balls final three pointer and the Lakers sustained a tough 111-114 loss to the Pelicans. This defeat keeps the Lakers sitting in 11th place throughout the West and are riding four losses in a row. Lakers in the 1st quarter were able to snag a brief 25-24 lead after Monk buried a wide open three point J. Be aware that the Lakers through one quarter absolutely torched New Orleans from the field as they spaced the floor to get solid shots to fall, with 47%. One negative was that the Lakers were struggling from deep by not being able to buy a bucket on 37%. Afterwards, towards the latter points of the 2nd quarter and Malik Monk in transition threw down a heavy one handed slam, 46-48. Lakers offense through two quarters attacked the rim with 24 points in the paint and did much better when getting out in transition after forcing quick defensive stops. LA scored 11 fast break points, shot 47%from the floor and entered halftime tied at 50-50. Eventually, during quarter number 3 would bump their lead to two after a Malik Monk layup and went up 79-76. Lakers in the 3rd quarter seemingly dominated the Pels by securing the offensive glass and it turned into six second chance points. Although, Lakers with just 15 ticks left in the 4th would come within one, following a Monk three point jumper, 111-112. Lakers in the 4th quarter unfortunately blew a six point lead by turning the ball over 17 total times and four during this quarter. Lakers shot 47% from the floor, scored 17 fast break points and fell to a 31-46 record.
McCollum drops in a 32 point night to lead the Pelicans past the Lakers by a score of 114-111. This win helped put the Lakers three games back from the Pels for the West play-in spot and are atop three wins in a row. Now CJ McCollum late in the 1st quarter would gain his 14th point after hitting a pull up three point jumper, 20-17. The Pelicans ended the 1st quaryer by getting jumpers to drop from mid range and turned it into ten fast break points to LA's 4. Pelicans also were effective from deep as they shot 55%. Then during the 2nd quarter with 2:11 left, CJ McCollum would dial in a mid range floater to gain a 48-44 lead. Pelicans in the 2nd quarter had solid ball movement that led allowed players to spread the floor and get open looks at the rim. But on defense they were able to force 10 LA turnovers and six of them came off steals. Pels had 13 team assists, shot 47% from the field and walked into halftime all knotted at 50-50. But come the 3rd quarter and Brandon Ingram would splash in step back mid range jumper, 77-79. Pels capped off the 3rd by getting shots to fall from the field and needed to do much better on the offensive boards as they secured just two at this point in time. Also were outscored 37-34. However, the Pels late in the 4th went up by two after an Ingram fading three point J, 110-108. But the ultimate dagger came when McCollum went 3 for 3 from the free throw line and pushed the lead to 114-111. Pelicans during this final quarter kept themselves in this battle by getting shots to go in and executed well when getting out in transition. Also ended this quarter on an 11-3 run with quick defensive stops. Pels ended their night shooting a solid 51%, scored 44 points in the paint and moved up to a 34-43 record.
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Thursday March 31st, 2022: Gobert and Mitchell were combined for 54 total points and it led the Jazz to a 122-109 Victory, over the Lakers. This win moves the Jazz to a 4-6 record through ten games and are in 5th place throughout Western Conference. The Jazz late in the 1st quarter would jump out to a 21-15 lead after Jordan Clarkson buried a three point jumper. Jazz through one quaryer were torching LA from the field with 63% shooting and even got shots to fall from behind the arc. Then during quarter number 2 with just 5:33 left, Bogdanovic would dial in a beauty of a layup and went up 52-42. The Jazz ended the 1st half on an 11-3 run after moving the ball around effectively and it helped for the offense to get clean shots to drop. Also dominated the Lakers by outscoring them 6-2 when breaking out in transition. Jazz turned in 15 team assists, shot 54% from the field and entered halftime up 66-55. Eventually, during quarter number 3 Jordan Clarkson would knock down a three point jumper to go up by 11, 84-73. Jazz late in the 3rd quarter seemingly pushed the pace after forcing 9 turnovers with four of them coming in this quarter and continued to knock down jumpers from the field with 53%. But in the end, late in the 4th quarter and Mitchell would burst to the rim for a dagger of a one handed slam, 111-95. The Jazz in the 4th quarter continued to be a thorn in LA's side as players got to their spots to get shots to fall on good looks. Jazz also did a solid job of forcing quick turnovers and turning it into 14 fast break points. Jazz ended their night with 51% from the field, scored 14 points off the Lakers 11 turns and moved up to a 46-31 win/loss record.
Lakers woes continue after being torched last night to the Jazz as the final score showed a 109-122 loss. This defeat now ties LA with San Antonio for 10th place in the West and are riding four losses in a row. Carmelo Anthony late in the 1st would bring LA within six after sinking in a reverse layin, 23-30. Lakers in the first quarter had a tough time behind the arc as they struggled to get good looks at the rim and shots just weren't falling. Also got outscored 34-28. Afterwards, Dwight Howard would bring LA within two after hitting a step back three pointer, 50-52. Keep note that the Lakers through just two quarters gave up 60 plus points and needed to have better control of the ball after turning it over five times. Offensively though, LA did a nice job of attacking the paint with 30 points and like Utah had solid ball movement to generate shots to the basket. LA utilized 7 team assists, shot 46% from the floor and slouched into halftime trailing 55-66. But come the 3rd quarter and Malik Monk would dish a pass to Howard who hammered down a contested Two handed slam from the baseline, 79-90. Lakers in the 3rd quarter were still having issues from behind the arc as shots weren't dropping and were outscored yet again 33-30. One positive is that by this quarter LA had 20 fast break points and did a nice job on that offensive rebounding. However, during the 4th quarter LA would come within ten after a Talen Horton Tucker three ball, 103-113. Lakers in the final quarter unfortunately still struggled from beyond the arc due their perimeter being completely shutdown by a tightly contained Utah defense, with shots not falling. One positive was that LA were able to create 19 second chance points off the offensive glass. Lakers ended up shooting 28% from deep to end their night, secured 9 offensive boards and fell to a 31-45 win/loss record.
Thursday March 31st, 2022: Gobert and Mitchell were combined for 54 total points and it led the Jazz to a 122-109 Victory, over the Lakers. This win moves the Jazz to a 4-6 record through ten games and are in 5th place throughout Western Conference. The Jazz late in the 1st quarter would jump out to a 21-15 lead after Jordan Clarkson buried a three point jumper. Jazz through one quaryer were torching LA from the field with 63% shooting and even got shots to fall from behind the arc. Then during quarter number 2 with just 5:33 left, Bogdanovic would dial in a beauty of a layup and went up 52-42. The Jazz ended the 1st half on an 11-3 run after moving the ball around effectively and it helped for the offense to get clean shots to drop. Also dominated the Lakers by outscoring them 6-2 when breaking out in transition. Jazz turned in 15 team assists, shot 54% from the field and entered halftime up 66-55. Eventually, during quarter number 3 Jordan Clarkson would knock down a three point jumper to go up by 11, 84-73. Jazz late in the 3rd quarter seemingly pushed the pace after forcing 9 turnovers with four of them coming in this quarter and continued to knock down jumpers from the field with 53%. But in the end, late in the 4th quarter and Mitchell would burst to the rim for a dagger of a one handed slam, 111-95. The Jazz in the 4th quarter continued to be a thorn in LA's side as players got to their spots to get shots to fall on good looks. Jazz also did a solid job of forcing quick turnovers and turning it into 14 fast break points. Jazz ended their night with 51% from the field, scored 14 points off the Lakers 11 turns and moved up to a 46-31 win/loss record.
Lakers woes continue after being torched last night to the Jazz as the final score showed a 109-122 loss. This defeat now ties LA with San Antonio for 10th place in the West and are riding four losses in a row. Carmelo Anthony late in the 1st would bring LA within six after sinking in a reverse layin, 23-30. Lakers in the first quarter had a tough time behind the arc as they struggled to get good looks at the rim and shots just weren't falling. Also got outscored 34-28. Afterwards, Dwight Howard would bring LA within two after hitting a step back three pointer, 50-52. Keep note that the Lakers through just two quarters gave up 60 plus points and needed to have better control of the ball after turning it over five times. Offensively though, LA did a nice job of attacking the paint with 30 points and like Utah had solid ball movement to generate shots to the basket. LA utilized 7 team assists, shot 46% from the floor and slouched into halftime trailing 55-66. But come the 3rd quarter and Malik Monk would dish a pass to Howard who hammered down a contested Two handed slam from the baseline, 79-90. Lakers in the 3rd quarter were still having issues from behind the arc as shots weren't dropping and were outscored yet again 33-30. One positive is that by this quarter LA had 20 fast break points and did a nice job on that offensive rebounding. However, during the 4th quarter LA would come within ten after a Talen Horton Tucker three ball, 103-113. Lakers in the final quarter unfortunately still struggled from beyond the arc due their perimeter being completely shutdown by a tightly contained Utah defense, with shots not falling. One positive was that LA were able to create 19 second chance points off the offensive glass. Lakers ended up shooting 28% from deep to end their night, secured 9 offensive boards and fell to a 31-45 win/loss record.
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Wednesday March 30th, 2022: The Celtics shot 29% from deep and it led them to a 98-106 loss to the Heat. This defeat staggered Boston down to 4th place in the East and moved the Sixers into 3rd. Also on top of a two-vame losing streak as well. Now the Celtics in the 1st quarter were able to tie this game at 22-22 after a Horford three point jumper. Boston in the 1st quarter were doing a solid job from deep as they got shots to fall on 46% and spaced the floor well with six team assists. Also outscored the Heat 29-25. Then the Celtics during quarter number 2 would push their lead to 51-47 after a Tatum layup. Be aware that the Celtics in the 2nd quarter continued to be a threat inside the paint with 20 points and did an even better job of capitalizing on six second chance opportunities off four offensive boards. C's shot 45% from the floor, scored four fast break points and entered halftime down 52-53. But come the 3rd quarter and Al Horford would drive the lane to power down a one handed slam and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 74-69. Celtics in the 3rd got off to a big 15-2 run by forcing forcing defensive stops and outscored the Heat 12-5 when getting out in transition. Although, in the 4th Boston would end the Heat's 9-1 run after a White three and came within one, 96-97. Celtics in the 4th quarter unfortunately came out flat after missing shots and turning the ball over a total 17 times. Celtics ended their night shooting 41% from the field, Tatum and Brown were combined for 51 total points while falling to a 47-30 win/loss record.
Heat knock off the Boston Celtics by a score of 106-98. This win has the Heat in 1st place throughout the East and have won their past two games in a row. PJ Tucker in the 1st quarter was able to give Miami a 22-19 lead after hitting a mid range hook from inside the paint. Heat theough 12 minutes were able to find their spots from the field by getting quality shots to go in on 52% and attacked the paint with 12 points. Afterwards, with 1:55 left in 2nd and Max Strus would bury a three point jumper, 47-49. The Heat in two quarters of play, did an excellent job of distributing the ball around to get clean looks from the floor and defensively they forced 13 turnovers with six of them coming off steals. Heat turned in 14 team assists, shot 46% from the floor and stepped intonthe half up 53-52. However, late in the 3rd and the Heat went on a 7-0 run after Dedmon buried a mid range floater to go up 76-74. This run was sparked after the defense made quick stops and knocked down 49% from the field. Note that the Heat in the 3rd quarter seemingly couldn't miss from the floor as they shot 48% and were outscored 31-26. Ultametly though, Heat would jump to a 4th quarter 9-1 run once Butler buried a mid range jumper, 97-93. But in the end, Butler late would dial in a slam to go up 102-96. Heat through the 4th quarter did pretty well from the field as they got shots to drop by making plays from the mid range area or attacked the paint off great ball movement. Heat defensively were also able to hold Boston to 15 points this quarter. Heat ended with 27 assists, scored 34 points down low and moved up to a 49-28 record.
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Tuesday March 29th, 2022: Jazz collapsed in the 4th quarter as they turned in a difficult 115-121 loss to the Clippers. This defeat extended the Jazz's losing streak to five and are 4-6 through ten games. Now Rudy Gay late in the 1st quarter forced a steal off Marcus Morris before getting off to a fast break that ended with Forrest tossing up an alley oop pass to Mitchell, who hammered down the one handed jam, 23-11. Jazz through one quarter did a nice job of moving the ball around with six assists and it helped players get open for solid looks at the rim. Jazz shot over 60% from both the exterior and interior. But in defense, they forced 4 quick turnovers with 3 of them coming off steals. Afterwards, late in the 2nd quarter Jordan Clarkson would drive the lane for nicely made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 52-35. Jazz through two quarters of play, continued to torch LA in ball movement that led to players finding their spots and getting shots to fall in, while getting off to a late 8-0 run. Jazz also very alert on defense with four blocked shots. Utah in 2nd got outscored 34-29 and walked into halftime up 61-48. Eventually, the Jazz would push their lead to 85-63 after Donavan Mitchell got the rim and finished with a beauty of a layup. Jazz in the 3rd shot a solid 55% from the field and tallied four fast break points but were outscored 34-33. Although, Utah late in the 4th were able to regain a one point lead, following a Clarkson floater, 113-112. Unfortunately, during the 4th quarter the Jazz went cold down the stretch as they couldn't get a shot to go in from deep and were outscored 39-21. Jazz ended their night shooting 52% from downtown, 55% from the field and dropped to a 45-31 record.
Paul George drops 38 points and the Clippers rallied from 25 down to knock off the Jazz by a score of 121-115. This win helped the Clippers snap a five game losing streak and are two games beneath 500. Zubac in the 1st quarter would knock down a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 4-6. After that, with just 38 ticks left Reggie Jackson would hit a mid range floater, 14-29. Be aware that the Clippers through the first 12 minutes really struggled from both ends of the field, as they couldn't get shots to go in with 22% from the floor and 0% from deep. But did a nice job getting to line seven times. Also were outscored 32-14 and gave up a 19-2 run. Then Robert Covington halfway in the 2nd quarter off a Paul George assist would bury a three point jumper, 35-47. Note that the Clippers through two quarters were catching fire on offense from the field after getting quality shots to drop and attacked the paint with 18 points. Also got off to a 20-9 run for five minutes of this quarter as well. I need to add in that LA did do a solid job of taking away the Jazz's pick and roll plays. Which forced Utah into passing or changing up the play call. Clips turned in 9 team assists and entered halftime down 48-61. But Come the 3rd quarter and Jackson would blast past his defender before hanging in a one handed slam, 58-80. The Clips in the 3rd quarter matched basket for basket with the Jazz and shot 45% from the field. Paul George was also a huge help after scoring 20 of his 28 points in this quarter. However, the Clips were able to get off to a 4th quarter 10-0 run after Hartenstein dropped in a mid range floater from inside the paint and gained a 110-109 lead. But in the end, Kennard late would bury a dagger of a three ball, 117-115. Now the Clips rally in the 4th got sparked to a 34-12 run as they forced quick defensive stops with turnovers and bullied Utah by scoring 15 second chance points. Clippers scored eight points off Utah's five turns, shot 40% from the field and propelled their record to 37-39.
Paul George drops 38 points and the Clippers rallied from 25 down to knock off the Jazz by a score of 121-115. This win helped the Clippers snap a five game losing streak and are two games beneath 500. Zubac in the 1st quarter would knock down a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 4-6. After that, with just 38 ticks left Reggie Jackson would hit a mid range floater, 14-29. Be aware that the Clippers through the first 12 minutes really struggled from both ends of the field, as they couldn't get shots to go in with 22% from the floor and 0% from deep. But did a nice job getting to line seven times. Also were outscored 32-14 and gave up a 19-2 run. Then Robert Covington halfway in the 2nd quarter off a Paul George assist would bury a three point jumper, 35-47. Note that the Clippers through two quarters were catching fire on offense from the field after getting quality shots to drop and attacked the paint with 18 points. Also got off to a 20-9 run for five minutes of this quarter as well. I need to add in that LA did do a solid job of taking away the Jazz's pick and roll plays. Which forced Utah into passing or changing up the play call. Clips turned in 9 team assists and entered halftime down 48-61. But Come the 3rd quarter and Jackson would blast past his defender before hanging in a one handed slam, 58-80. The Clips in the 3rd quarter matched basket for basket with the Jazz and shot 45% from the field. Paul George was also a huge help after scoring 20 of his 28 points in this quarter. However, the Clips were able to get off to a 4th quarter 10-0 run after Hartenstein dropped in a mid range floater from inside the paint and gained a 110-109 lead. But in the end, Kennard late would bury a dagger of a three ball, 117-115. Now the Clips rally in the 4th got sparked to a 34-12 run as they forced quick defensive stops with turnovers and bullied Utah by scoring 15 second chance points. Clippers scored eight points off Utah's five turns, shot 40% from the field and propelled their record to 37-39.
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Monday March 28th, 2022: Warriors don't crack the 100 point mark after being routed up 95-123 by the Grizzlies. This loss keeps the Warriors standing in 3rd place in the West and are riding three losses in a row. Andre Iguodala in the 1st quarter would knock in a three point jumper to gain a brief 16-13 lead. Warriors through one like the Grizzlies just struggled to make shots as they turned in 30% from the floor and 11% from downtown, while getting outscored 20-16. Then Jordan Poole with 2:35 with would bury a mid range floater, 33-52. Warriors in the 2nd quarter seemingly didn't have great looks at the basket as shots from the interior and exterior weren't falling in. Warriors also turned the ball over 6 times with four of those coming off steals. Warriors shot 27% from the field, 23% from downtown and walked into halftime down 37-63. But come the latter points of the 3rd quarter, Poole off a Wiggins assist would bury a step back three pointer, 58-79. Warriors in the 3rd quarter did a little bit better by getting off to a few big runs by getting defensive stops and turned it into 32 points down low. Unfortunately, it's their shooting from deep that continued to be a problem, with 29%. Next, in the 4th quarter Moody would bury a finger roll layin, but trailed 87-114. Warriors in the 4th quarter managed to make just 31% of the three's that they shot, but were able to match Memphis with 48 points in the paint. By finding open lanes to the rim. Warriors scored 17 points off the Grizzlies 13 turnovers, scored nine fast break points and staggered down to a 48-28 record.
Brooks and Bane were combined for 43 total points and it led the Grizzlies to a 123-95 blowout Victory, over the Warriors. This win helped Memphis pick up win number 53 and are riding five wins in a row. Now Brandon Clarke with seconds left in the 1st quarter would knock in nicley made layup, 20-16. Note that the Grizzlies in the 1st got off to an 11-2 run at one point by forcing Warrior misses and scored six quick transition points. But somehow slowed down towards the end, as they got good looks at the rim but shots stopped falling. Grizzlies shot 26% from the floor and 12% from deep. Thereafter, DeAnthony Melton would bury a big three point jumper to push Memphis's lead to 58-33. A few plays later and Melton with 1:00 left would drive the lane and throw down a one handed posterizing slam, 60-35. The Grizzlies through two quarters utilized good ball and player movement to get quality shots to drop, while continuing to punish Golden State in transition after outscoring them 15-3. Grizzlies outscored the Warriors 43-21, shot 44% from the field and entered the halftime up 63-37. Eventually, Memphis lead in the 3rd would continue to grow after Ziarie Williams buried a three point jumper, 89-64. Grizzlies in the 3rd quarter did a solid job of securing the offensive boards and turning it into 13 second chance points. They also needed to calm down after turning the ball over six times and three of them came in this quarter. But in the end, Brandon Clarke's finger roll layin in the 4th would prove to be the dagger, 123-91. Be aware that the Grizzlies in the 4th continued to be a threat on defense by forcing 11 total steals and the offense spacing the field in order to get shots to go down. Grizzlies shot over 40% from both deep and from the field, outrebounded Golden State 64-49 and improved to a 53-23 win/loss record.
Brooks and Bane were combined for 43 total points and it led the Grizzlies to a 123-95 blowout Victory, over the Warriors. This win helped Memphis pick up win number 53 and are riding five wins in a row. Now Brandon Clarke with seconds left in the 1st quarter would knock in nicley made layup, 20-16. Note that the Grizzlies in the 1st got off to an 11-2 run at one point by forcing Warrior misses and scored six quick transition points. But somehow slowed down towards the end, as they got good looks at the rim but shots stopped falling. Grizzlies shot 26% from the floor and 12% from deep. Thereafter, DeAnthony Melton would bury a big three point jumper to push Memphis's lead to 58-33. A few plays later and Melton with 1:00 left would drive the lane and throw down a one handed posterizing slam, 60-35. The Grizzlies through two quarters utilized good ball and player movement to get quality shots to drop, while continuing to punish Golden State in transition after outscoring them 15-3. Grizzlies outscored the Warriors 43-21, shot 44% from the field and entered the halftime up 63-37. Eventually, Memphis lead in the 3rd would continue to grow after Ziarie Williams buried a three point jumper, 89-64. Grizzlies in the 3rd quarter did a solid job of securing the offensive boards and turning it into 13 second chance points. They also needed to calm down after turning the ball over six times and three of them came in this quarter. But in the end, Brandon Clarke's finger roll layin in the 4th would prove to be the dagger, 123-91. Be aware that the Grizzlies in the 4th continued to be a threat on defense by forcing 11 total steals and the offense spacing the field in order to get shots to go down. Grizzlies shot over 40% from both deep and from the field, outrebounded Golden State 64-49 and improved to a 53-23 win/loss record.
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Nets were denied of win number 40 on the season after enduring a tough 110-119 loss to the Hornets. This defeat dropped Brooklyn to a 7-3 record through ten games and fell to a 9-6 record when taking on the Eastern Conference. Now the Nets in the 1st got off to a 10-0 run after Bruce Brown off an Irving missed shot would utilize a putback layin, 18-17. After that, Irving fished a nice pass to Claxton down low and finished with a two handed slam, 20-19. Nets through one were having their way after forcing three steals and turning it into 12 fast break points on the offensive end. Nets also were doing a nice job of moving the ball and getting wide open looks to fall from the floor. Then Kyrie Irving pushed the Nets lead to ten in the 1st after hitting a pull up three point jumper, 40-30. Note that the Nets were also off to a 7-0 run at this point in time, as they forced Charlotte to miss shots and made quick buckets on in transition. Nets through 40 minutes continued to dominate ball movement by spreading the floor and it allowed players to get quality shots from the field. Nets also beat Charlotte 34-26 when scoring in the paint. Nets shot 50% from the field, turned in 18 team assists and entered halftime up 60-56. Then Durant late in the 3rd would power his way down the lane for hard one handed slam, 79-87. Nets in the 3rd quarter unfortunately couldn't find their stroke from deep as they shot just 21%. But manged to finish this quarter strong by attacking the paint in transition and forced two quick steals. Now we will shift to the 4th where Irving hit back to back shots after hitting a falling mid range J to tie this at 104-104. Followed up with retaking their lead back momemts after, due to Irving sinking in two free throws to go up 106-105 briefly. Nets in the 4th quarter at one time got sparked to an 11-0 run by slicing and dicing their way inside the paint and were getting great looks at the basket off nice passing. Unfortunately, the Nets were unable to make the necessary stops in crunch time and were outscored 26-21. Nets scored 60 points in the paint, shot 20% from behind the arc and fell to a 39-36 win/loss record.
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Hornets the second go around knocked off the Nets this time by a score of 119-110. This win puts the Hornets three games above 500 and were tied with the Nets for 8th place in the East. Mile's Bridges in the 1st quarter buried a turning mid range jumper to bring Charlotte within one, 21-22. Hornets through the first 12 minutes struggled to create space on the floor as they couldn't get shots to fall, with 37% shooting. Also gave up multiple runs during this quarter as well. Ultametly though, PJ Washington's late three in the 2nd would bring Charlotte within five, 51-56. Be aware that the Hornets through two quarters seemingly had trouble getting out in transition let alone defending it. But the Hornets towards the end of this half got off to a big 11-2 run by finally getting stops and from time to time got good looks at the rim. Hornets shot 39% from the field, forced four turns and stepped into halftime down 56-60. Hornets Eventually, the Hornets were able to muscle their way back into this battle during the 3rd quarter and got off to a 6-0 run after Washington hit a three point jumper, 67-66. This also happen to be their first lead since 19-18. Next, the surging Hirnets would then found themselves up by eight after a LaMelo Ball fading three from the corner, 85-77. Hornets in the 3rd at one point got off to a 9-0 run that was sparked by knocking down 52% from deep and outscored Brooklyn 37-29. But in the end, Cody Martin would add the dagger by burying a much needed three and secured a 110-106 lead. Note that the Hornets offense in the 4th quarter continued to be a nightmare to Brooklyn from downtown as they got shots to fall on open looks. Also executed on the offensive boards and it allowed for quality second chance points. Hornets snag 16 second chance opportunities, shot a solid 53% from long range and moved up to a 39-36 record.
Nets were denied of win number 40 on the season after enduring a tough 110-119 loss to the Hornets. This defeat dropped Brooklyn to a 7-3 record through ten games and fell to a 9-6 record when taking on the Eastern Conference. Now the Nets in the 1st got off to a 10-0 run after Bruce Brown off an Irving missed shot would utilize a putback layin, 18-17. After that, Irving fished a nice pass to Claxton down low and finished with a two handed slam, 20-19. Nets through one were having their way after forcing three steals and turning it into 12 fast break points on the offensive end. Nets also were doing a nice job of moving the ball and getting wide open looks to fall from the floor. Then Kyrie Irving pushed the Nets lead to ten in the 1st after hitting a pull up three point jumper, 40-30. Note that the Nets were also off to a 7-0 run at this point in time, as they forced Charlotte to miss shots and made quick buckets on in transition. Nets through 40 minutes continued to dominate ball movement by spreading the floor and it allowed players to get quality shots from the field. Nets also beat Charlotte 34-26 when scoring in the paint. Nets shot 50% from the field, turned in 18 team assists and entered halftime up 60-56. Then Durant late in the 3rd would power his way down the lane for hard one handed slam, 79-87. Nets in the 3rd quarter unfortunately couldn't find their stroke from deep as they shot just 21%. But manged to finish this quarter strong by attacking the paint in transition and forced two quick steals. Now we will shift to the 4th where Irving hit back to back shots after hitting a falling mid range J to tie this at 104-104. Followed up with retaking their lead back momemts after, due to Irving sinking in two free throws to go up 106-105 briefly. Nets in the 4th quarter at one time got sparked to an 11-0 run by slicing and dicing their way inside the paint and were getting great looks at the basket off nice passing. Unfortunately, the Nets were unable to make the necessary stops in crunch time and were outscored 26-21. Nets scored 60 points in the paint, shot 20% from behind the arc and fell to a 39-36 win/loss record.
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Hornets the second go around knocked off the Nets this time by a score of 119-110. This win puts the Hornets three games above 500 and were tied with the Nets for 8th place in the East. Mile's Bridges in the 1st quarter buried a turning mid range jumper to bring Charlotte within one, 21-22. Hornets through the first 12 minutes struggled to create space on the floor as they couldn't get shots to fall, with 37% shooting. Also gave up multiple runs during this quarter as well. Ultametly though, PJ Washington's late three in the 2nd would bring Charlotte within five, 51-56. Be aware that the Hornets through two quarters seemingly had trouble getting out in transition let alone defending it. But the Hornets towards the end of this half got off to a big 11-2 run by finally getting stops and from time to time got good looks at the rim. Hornets shot 39% from the field, forced four turns and stepped into halftime down 56-60. Hornets Eventually, the Hornets were able to muscle their way back into this battle during the 3rd quarter and got off to a 6-0 run after Washington hit a three point jumper, 67-66. This also happen to be their first lead since 19-18. Next, the surging Hirnets would then found themselves up by eight after a LaMelo Ball fading three from the corner, 85-77. Hornets in the 3rd at one point got off to a 9-0 run that was sparked by knocking down 52% from deep and outscored Brooklyn 37-29. But in the end, Cody Martin would add the dagger by burying a much needed three and secured a 110-106 lead. Note that the Hornets offense in the 4th quarter continued to be a nightmare to Brooklyn from downtown as they got shots to fall on open looks. Also executed on the offensive boards and it allowed for quality second chance points. Hornets snag 16 second chance opportunities, shot a solid 53% from long range and moved up to a 39-36 record.
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Saturday March 26th, 2022: The Trail Blazers fall to the Rockets after being held to a tough 125-106 loss. This defeat put the Blazers 20 games back from 500 and are riding three losses in a row. Now Elijah Hughes would give the Blazers a 1st quarter 21-15 lead after hitting a three point jumper. The Trail Blazers had a solid 1st quarter by knocking down 52% from the field on quality shots and beat Houston in transition 7-2. Next, Eubanks during the 2nd quarter would bury a mid range jumper off a Williams assist, 49-51. Subsequently, Portland would inch their way into a two point deficit after a McLemore three ball, 58-60. Note that the Blazers in the 2nd continued to dominate Houston in transition after earning 13 to their 7. Also picked up their game from te field as they pushed the paced and got shots to fall late. Blazers shot 51% from the floor, pucked up 11 team fouls and entered halftime tied at 60-60. Although, Trenton Watford would knock down a mid range J to come within three, 71-74. The Blazers through the first three quarters were hands on with 10 steals but still struggled from behind the arc. Now come the 4th quarter and Elley late would spalsh in a beauty of a layup while trailing 96-113. The Blazers through the 4th quarter just had issues creating passing or shooting lanes due to a tightly contested Rockets defense. A couple positives was that the Blazers in the 4th dominated the offensive glass while scoring 21 second chance points. Portland were outscored 30-20 in the 4th, shot 39% from the floor and fell to a 27-47 record.
The Rockets hold off the Trail Blazers by a score of 106-125. This win moves Houston to win number 20 on the year and are atop two wins in a row. Sengun in the 1st quarter from inside the paint utilized a turning mid range hook to bring Houston within five, 20-25. Rockets seemingly needed to better on the boards as they were getting outrebounded 16-7 and couldn't buy a basket from deep, with 37% shooting. One positive was that they forced 9 turns and scored 12 points in the process. However, Houston muscled their way back into this battle in the 2nd quarter after a Sengun layup, 41-39. Few possessions later and Garrison would push Houston's lead to 56-53 after sinking in a three pointer. Rockets through two quarters got themselves back into thus battle by forcing quick defensive turnovers and getting Portland to finally miss shots from the field from time to time Also outscored Portland 36-32. Rockets shot 52% from the field, 38% from deep and walked into halftime knotted at 60-60. But come the 3rd quarter with 1:00 left Christian Wood would hammer the slam, 85-75. Rockets in the 3rd shot 51% from the field and outscored Portland 28-19. But in the end, Jalen Green would add the knockout punch after firing in a three ball to go up 111-94. Rockets in the 4th quarter used great ball movement to help get players to space the floor and get good shots off. Defensively, Houston held Portland to 18 points as well. Houston outrebounded 47-60, shot 52% from the floor and moved up to a 20-55 record.
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Friday March 25th, 2022: Clippers were outscored 29-26 in the 4th quarter after sustaining a tough 97-122 blowout loss to the 76ers. This defeat puts the Clippers three ganes beneath 500 and are atop a 5-Game losing streak. Amir Coffey in the 1st quarter would dial in a layup but LA trailed 11-23. The Clippers defensively through one had issues guarding the paint and the offense couldn't get a shot to fall in with 26% shooting from the field and went 0 for 4 from deep. One positive for LA was that they got off to a late 8-0 run by buckling down on defense to force stops and outscored Philly 9-8 in transition. Afterwards, Reggie Jackson with 41 seconds remaining in the 2nd quarter would knock down a nicley made layup, but were still behind 41-62. Clippers in the 2nd quarter did a much better job of slicing and dicing their way inside the paint, while matching the Sixers with 11 fast break points. One negative was that they still struggled to get open looks and make shots. Clips shot 2 of 10 from downtown, shot 33% from the field and walked into halftime down 43-64. Although, Amir Coffey in the 3rd would secure a wide open three point J, 62-81. Be aware that the Clippers in the 3rd quarter were starting to catch fire from downtown with 40% shooting. As they from time to time knocked down multiple three's in a row. Along with forcing eight turnovers by this time and it led to 17 fast break points. Only downside was that they were outscored 28-29. Eventually, during the 4th Hartenstein would haul in a pass off Kennard before hammering down the slam, 88-112. Clippers in the final quarter just couldn't find their stroke from behind the line but did a little better from the field. As they scored in transition and earned 17 second chance points. Unfortunately, LA was in the mud with careless turnovers and allowed 23 points off their turns. LA outscored Philly 17-13 in fast break opportunities, barely shot a decent 40% from the floor and staggered down to a 36-39 record.
Harden and Embiid each tally double double nights to rout the Clippers 122-97. This win has Sixers tied for 2nd place in the East with the Bucks and have win their last three games in a row as well. The Sixers in the 1st quarter were able to jump out to a 21-7 advantage and got off to an 11-2 run. Atter Joel Embiid from inside the free throw line buried a mid range jumper. Note that the Sixers ended the 1st quarter on a 32-9 at one point in time after forcing quick stops on defense and forced 5 steals, while getting baksets to fall on 50% shooting from the floor. Then the Sixers with over two to go in the 2nd, would push their lead to 20 after a Harden three pointer, 57-37. Sixers through two quarters did a great job of outreboundong LA 9-5 on the offensive glass and it of course led to solid second chance scoring. Also outscored LA 29-22. Sixers scored 24 points in the paint, earned 10 second chance points and entered the half leading 64-43. However, Joel Embiid late in the 3rd quarter would knock down a contested three pointer from the edge, 76-65. Sixers in the 3rd quarter were very efficient from behind the arc and from the floor, as they moved the ball around to create space to knock down quality shots on solid looks. But in the end, Paul Reed with 11 seconds to go in the 4th would sink in a layup. Which increase Philly's lead to 120-93. The 76ers in quarter number 4 continued to be a thorn in LA's side when it came attacking the rim and defensively forced 16 turnovers with 12 of them coming off steals. 76ers shot a solid 42% from the field, racked in 23 team assists and improved to a 46-27 record.
Friday March 25th, 2022: Clippers were outscored 29-26 in the 4th quarter after sustaining a tough 97-122 blowout loss to the 76ers. This defeat puts the Clippers three ganes beneath 500 and are atop a 5-Game losing streak. Amir Coffey in the 1st quarter would dial in a layup but LA trailed 11-23. The Clippers defensively through one had issues guarding the paint and the offense couldn't get a shot to fall in with 26% shooting from the field and went 0 for 4 from deep. One positive for LA was that they got off to a late 8-0 run by buckling down on defense to force stops and outscored Philly 9-8 in transition. Afterwards, Reggie Jackson with 41 seconds remaining in the 2nd quarter would knock down a nicley made layup, but were still behind 41-62. Clippers in the 2nd quarter did a much better job of slicing and dicing their way inside the paint, while matching the Sixers with 11 fast break points. One negative was that they still struggled to get open looks and make shots. Clips shot 2 of 10 from downtown, shot 33% from the field and walked into halftime down 43-64. Although, Amir Coffey in the 3rd would secure a wide open three point J, 62-81. Be aware that the Clippers in the 3rd quarter were starting to catch fire from downtown with 40% shooting. As they from time to time knocked down multiple three's in a row. Along with forcing eight turnovers by this time and it led to 17 fast break points. Only downside was that they were outscored 28-29. Eventually, during the 4th Hartenstein would haul in a pass off Kennard before hammering down the slam, 88-112. Clippers in the final quarter just couldn't find their stroke from behind the line but did a little better from the field. As they scored in transition and earned 17 second chance points. Unfortunately, LA was in the mud with careless turnovers and allowed 23 points off their turns. LA outscored Philly 17-13 in fast break opportunities, barely shot a decent 40% from the floor and staggered down to a 36-39 record.
Harden and Embiid each tally double double nights to rout the Clippers 122-97. This win has Sixers tied for 2nd place in the East with the Bucks and have win their last three games in a row as well. The Sixers in the 1st quarter were able to jump out to a 21-7 advantage and got off to an 11-2 run. Atter Joel Embiid from inside the free throw line buried a mid range jumper. Note that the Sixers ended the 1st quarter on a 32-9 at one point in time after forcing quick stops on defense and forced 5 steals, while getting baksets to fall on 50% shooting from the floor. Then the Sixers with over two to go in the 2nd, would push their lead to 20 after a Harden three pointer, 57-37. Sixers through two quarters did a great job of outreboundong LA 9-5 on the offensive glass and it of course led to solid second chance scoring. Also outscored LA 29-22. Sixers scored 24 points in the paint, earned 10 second chance points and entered the half leading 64-43. However, Joel Embiid late in the 3rd quarter would knock down a contested three pointer from the edge, 76-65. Sixers in the 3rd quarter were very efficient from behind the arc and from the floor, as they moved the ball around to create space to knock down quality shots on solid looks. But in the end, Paul Reed with 11 seconds to go in the 4th would sink in a layup. Which increase Philly's lead to 120-93. The 76ers in quarter number 4 continued to be a thorn in LA's side when it came attacking the rim and defensively forced 16 turnovers with 12 of them coming off steals. 76ers shot a solid 42% from the field, racked in 23 team assists and improved to a 46-27 record.
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Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022: Grizzlies stun the Nets after securing a 132-120 Victory. This win propelled Memphis to their 50th win and are atop two wins in a row. Now the Grizzlies in the 1st quarter got off to a quick 20-15 lead after a Melton three pointer. Thereafter, Melton towards the end of the 1st in transition off a Williams strip of Durant and would bury a contested two handed slam, while getting fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 36-28. Grizzlies in the 1st utilized good ball movement that led to a parade of three's with 60% shooting and got solid looks at the rim from the field as well. Shooting 50%. Even got off to a 13-2 run at one point in time, after stops and fast points. Then Dillion Brooks midway theough the 2nd quarter earned his 14th point after hitting a wide open mid range jumper, 61-45. The Grizzlies in the 2nd quarter bullied Brooklyn by getting out in transition and scoring quick buckets. Also dominated the offensive glass and it allowed Memphis to capitalize on second chance opportunities. Memphis also were excellent in the turnover battle by forcing quick steals off careless passes. Memphis scored 23 fadt break points to the Nets 5, shot 47% from behind the arc and entered halftime 76-67. But come the 3rd and Anderson would down a three ball to up 97-92. The Grizzlies came out out a little flat in the 3rd quarter after taking a dip from downtown, as they shot 46% and were unable to get shots to fall in. Due to the Nets defense taking away the perimeter and were outscored 42-27. But in the end, Bane's 4th quarter dagger of three would put his team up 120-109. Grizzlies through the 4th had guys finding their spots from deep and letting them fly. As well as continuing to beatdown Brooklyn when getting out in transition. Grizzlies even at one point were on a 13-0 run by forcing turnovers and making key stops on defense down the stretch. Grizzlies scored 27 points off 14 Nets turnovers, tallied 27 fast break points and improved their record to 50-23.
Nets bad fourth quarter efforts led them to a 120-132 loss to the Grizzllies who were without Ja Morant. The Nets are 22-16 on the road and are in 8th place in the Eastern Conference. Kyrie Irving late in the 1st quarter got down low and hit a mini mid range jumper, thus coming within six, 21-27. Nets in the first 12 minutes did a solid job of getting in the paint taking away offensive boards and scoring 9 second chance points. But seemingly had their issues from deep as they couldn't get shots to fall with 16% shooting. Although, Kevin Durant late in the 2nd would splash in a wide open mid range J off a Drummond screen, 62-71. Nets through two quarters continued to struggle from deep as they weren't getting shots to go in and the Grizzlies defense disallowed anything inside. Nets needed to get back to their game which was set screens and get open looks. Also turned in 16 made free throws as well. Nets shot 21% from deep, scored 22 paint points. And walked into halftime down 67-76. However, the Nets starting mounting away at this Memphis 17 point lead after Irving buried a contested three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this athree point play, 87-90. Nets in the 3rd were shooting a much better 50% from the floor by setting screens creating separation and FINALLY getting better looks at the basket to knock down shots. Now shifting over to the 4th quarter with over 2 minutes and Irving would dial in a mid range J, while trailing 118-128. Nets came out just tired in the 4th quarter as they couldn't buy a basket from downtown and were heavily outscored 26-19. But on defense, the Nets had no answer for the Grizzlies three point shooting and had careless turnovers by bad passing. Nets ended their night shooting 36% from deep, Irving and Durant were combined for 78 points, while staggering to a 38-35 record.
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022: Grizzlies stun the Nets after securing a 132-120 Victory. This win propelled Memphis to their 50th win and are atop two wins in a row. Now the Grizzlies in the 1st quarter got off to a quick 20-15 lead after a Melton three pointer. Thereafter, Melton towards the end of the 1st in transition off a Williams strip of Durant and would bury a contested two handed slam, while getting fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 36-28. Grizzlies in the 1st utilized good ball movement that led to a parade of three's with 60% shooting and got solid looks at the rim from the field as well. Shooting 50%. Even got off to a 13-2 run at one point in time, after stops and fast points. Then Dillion Brooks midway theough the 2nd quarter earned his 14th point after hitting a wide open mid range jumper, 61-45. The Grizzlies in the 2nd quarter bullied Brooklyn by getting out in transition and scoring quick buckets. Also dominated the offensive glass and it allowed Memphis to capitalize on second chance opportunities. Memphis also were excellent in the turnover battle by forcing quick steals off careless passes. Memphis scored 23 fadt break points to the Nets 5, shot 47% from behind the arc and entered halftime 76-67. But come the 3rd and Anderson would down a three ball to up 97-92. The Grizzlies came out out a little flat in the 3rd quarter after taking a dip from downtown, as they shot 46% and were unable to get shots to fall in. Due to the Nets defense taking away the perimeter and were outscored 42-27. But in the end, Bane's 4th quarter dagger of three would put his team up 120-109. Grizzlies through the 4th had guys finding their spots from deep and letting them fly. As well as continuing to beatdown Brooklyn when getting out in transition. Grizzlies even at one point were on a 13-0 run by forcing turnovers and making key stops on defense down the stretch. Grizzlies scored 27 points off 14 Nets turnovers, tallied 27 fast break points and improved their record to 50-23.
Nets bad fourth quarter efforts led them to a 120-132 loss to the Grizzllies who were without Ja Morant. The Nets are 22-16 on the road and are in 8th place in the Eastern Conference. Kyrie Irving late in the 1st quarter got down low and hit a mini mid range jumper, thus coming within six, 21-27. Nets in the first 12 minutes did a solid job of getting in the paint taking away offensive boards and scoring 9 second chance points. But seemingly had their issues from deep as they couldn't get shots to fall with 16% shooting. Although, Kevin Durant late in the 2nd would splash in a wide open mid range J off a Drummond screen, 62-71. Nets through two quarters continued to struggle from deep as they weren't getting shots to go in and the Grizzlies defense disallowed anything inside. Nets needed to get back to their game which was set screens and get open looks. Also turned in 16 made free throws as well. Nets shot 21% from deep, scored 22 paint points. And walked into halftime down 67-76. However, the Nets starting mounting away at this Memphis 17 point lead after Irving buried a contested three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this athree point play, 87-90. Nets in the 3rd were shooting a much better 50% from the floor by setting screens creating separation and FINALLY getting better looks at the basket to knock down shots. Now shifting over to the 4th quarter with over 2 minutes and Irving would dial in a mid range J, while trailing 118-128. Nets came out just tired in the 4th quarter as they couldn't buy a basket from downtown and were heavily outscored 26-19. But on defense, the Nets had no answer for the Grizzlies three point shooting and had careless turnovers by bad passing. Nets ended their night shooting 36% from deep, Irving and Durant were combined for 78 points, while staggering to a 38-35 record.
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Tuesday March 22nd, 202: Trae Young quiets crowd with 45 point performance and knocked off the New York Knicks by a score of 117-111. This win helped Atlanta to a 6-4 record through ten games and are in 10th place in the Eastern Conference. Now the Hawks with 4:24 to go in the 1st quafter would snag a brief 20-19 lead after a Bogdanovic layup. Be aware that through the first 12 minutes had struggled to hit three's due to New York's defense not allowing anything to get past them and forced contested shots. But when they did get inside they dominated the mid range area with 55% shooting and that was all to spreading the floor and getting good looks. Then later on in the 2nd quarter Young would toss an alley pass to Capela who threw down the two handed slam, 61-53. Hawks in the in the 2nd did a much better job at jumping out in transition and got wide open looks on catch and goes or were getting to the foul line. Also unlike the 1st quarter...the Hawks were starting to light it up from deep while the defense forced 7 turnovers with 5 of them coming off steals. Hawks shot 52% from floor, secured 25 team boards and enterd the half up 64-58. But come the 3rd quarter of play, Trae Young would bury a three ball to extend the Hawks lead to 81-73. Hawks defense needed to buckle down after getting ran in transition 11-3 and even gave up 10-0 Knicks run. Along with not being able to get shots to fall. But in the end, DeAndre Hunter off a Huerter assist would knock down a dagger of a three point J, 111-105. Hawks in the 4th quarter knocked down big shots down the stretch and it allowed them to end on a 13-2 run and made quick defensive stops as well. Hawks move back to .500, shot 41% from deep and moved up to a 36-36 record.
Knicks outscored 30-22 in the final quarter with the score showing a tough 111-117 loss to the Hawks. This defeat drops the Knicks to their 42nd loss of the season and are atop a two-game losing streak. Knicks late in the 1st would take a 26-21 lead after Evan Fournier buried a corner three pointer. Knicks through one at one point got off to a 14-3 run by moving the ball around and getting solid looks at the rim from both the floor and deep. As they shot over 50%. Also pressured the Atalnta defense by getting out in transition for 7 fast break points. Afterwards, Barrett midway through the 2nd tossed up an alley oop pass to Obi Toppin who hammered down the slam, thus going up 50-47. Knicks in the 2nd seemingly came out a little flat after defensively after allowing Young to drop 24 points in them and gave up 30 points inside the paint. Knicks shot 57% from free throw line, 14 defensive boards and walked into halftime down 58-64. However, the Knicks in quqtter number 3 would surge back with 44 ticks left after Burks hit a mid range jumper, 85-83. Knicks in the 3rd dominated the offensive glass as it led to 14 second chance points and were getting really good looks at the basket. Ultametly though, Alec Burks with over four to go in the 4th would hit a mid range jumper to extend his teams lead to 101-96. We will now shift to the 2 second mark where Barrett sunk in a little to late layup, 109-115. Note that the Knicks in the 4th quarter blew a late nine point lead due to missing shots and not capitalizing on second chance opportunities when they presented itself. Knicks scored 15 points off the Hawks 14 turnovers, were outassisted 26-20 and staggered down to a 30-42 record.
Tuesday March 22nd, 202: Trae Young quiets crowd with 45 point performance and knocked off the New York Knicks by a score of 117-111. This win helped Atlanta to a 6-4 record through ten games and are in 10th place in the Eastern Conference. Now the Hawks with 4:24 to go in the 1st quafter would snag a brief 20-19 lead after a Bogdanovic layup. Be aware that through the first 12 minutes had struggled to hit three's due to New York's defense not allowing anything to get past them and forced contested shots. But when they did get inside they dominated the mid range area with 55% shooting and that was all to spreading the floor and getting good looks. Then later on in the 2nd quarter Young would toss an alley pass to Capela who threw down the two handed slam, 61-53. Hawks in the in the 2nd did a much better job at jumping out in transition and got wide open looks on catch and goes or were getting to the foul line. Also unlike the 1st quarter...the Hawks were starting to light it up from deep while the defense forced 7 turnovers with 5 of them coming off steals. Hawks shot 52% from floor, secured 25 team boards and enterd the half up 64-58. But come the 3rd quarter of play, Trae Young would bury a three ball to extend the Hawks lead to 81-73. Hawks defense needed to buckle down after getting ran in transition 11-3 and even gave up 10-0 Knicks run. Along with not being able to get shots to fall. But in the end, DeAndre Hunter off a Huerter assist would knock down a dagger of a three point J, 111-105. Hawks in the 4th quarter knocked down big shots down the stretch and it allowed them to end on a 13-2 run and made quick defensive stops as well. Hawks move back to .500, shot 41% from deep and moved up to a 36-36 record.
Knicks outscored 30-22 in the final quarter with the score showing a tough 111-117 loss to the Hawks. This defeat drops the Knicks to their 42nd loss of the season and are atop a two-game losing streak. Knicks late in the 1st would take a 26-21 lead after Evan Fournier buried a corner three pointer. Knicks through one at one point got off to a 14-3 run by moving the ball around and getting solid looks at the rim from both the floor and deep. As they shot over 50%. Also pressured the Atalnta defense by getting out in transition for 7 fast break points. Afterwards, Barrett midway through the 2nd tossed up an alley oop pass to Obi Toppin who hammered down the slam, thus going up 50-47. Knicks in the 2nd seemingly came out a little flat after defensively after allowing Young to drop 24 points in them and gave up 30 points inside the paint. Knicks shot 57% from free throw line, 14 defensive boards and walked into halftime down 58-64. However, the Knicks in quqtter number 3 would surge back with 44 ticks left after Burks hit a mid range jumper, 85-83. Knicks in the 3rd dominated the offensive glass as it led to 14 second chance points and were getting really good looks at the basket. Ultametly though, Alec Burks with over four to go in the 4th would hit a mid range jumper to extend his teams lead to 101-96. We will now shift to the 2 second mark where Barrett sunk in a little to late layup, 109-115. Note that the Knicks in the 4th quarter blew a late nine point lead due to missing shots and not capitalizing on second chance opportunities when they presented itself. Knicks scored 15 points off the Hawks 14 turnovers, were outassisted 26-20 and staggered down to a 30-42 record.
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Monday March 21st, 2022: The Utah Jazz outscored the Nets 31-23 in the 4th quarter but turned in a difficult 106-114 loss to the Nets. This defeat dropped the Jazz to 27 losses on the year and are 6-4 through ten games. Jazz in the 1st quarter would jump out to a 21-16 lead after Jordan Clarkson hit a three point jumper on what looked to be an up and down. Jazz in quarter number 1 had an impressive start from the floor after moving the ball around and getting solid looks at the rim. Also outscored Brooklyn 28-25. Afterwards, Mike Conley in the 2nd would make Durant fall as he blew past him for nicely made mid range floater, 49-43. The Jazz in the 2nd quarter got inside the paint and attacked the rim, while playing lockdown defense from behind the arc as they forced Brooklyn to take tough contested shots. Jazz however were struggling sown low after allowing 5 offensive rebounds that quickly turned into 11 second chance points. Jazz scored 24 points in the paint, earned five fast break points and entered halftime down 51-53. Although, Clarkson midway in the 3rd quarter buried a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 66-75. Jazz ended the 3rd quarter being careless with the ball after having 12 turnovers and allowed 14 points off those turns. Jazz did respond with a few three's of their own but allowed Brooklyn To score 33 points. Ultimately though, late in the 4th Rudy Gobert would turn in an alley oop slam off a Conley pass, 102-108. Jazz seemingly had a solid 4th after cutting the Nets one time 18 point lead down to 10, by knocking down quality shots from the field and bullied Brooklyn when getting out in transition. Jazz ended on a 19-4 run. Jazz ended their night scoring 11 fast break points, shot 44% from the floor and fell to a 45-27 record.
Durant's 37 point night leads the Nets past the Jazz by a score of 114-106. This win helped the Nets secure their 38th win of the year and are now four above .500. Now Griffin early in the 1st off a Durant feed would Hammer down the two handed slam, 20-21. After that, with just 34 ticks left in the 1st and Griffin would knock down a wide open three, 25-25. Nets through quarter of play were doing a solid job from the field as they were shooting 48% by getting wide open looks. But struggled to get three's to go in, due to a tight Utah defense. Then Durant in the 2nd would bring Brooklyn within four after hitting a long fading mid range jumper from the baseline, 47-51. Nets late in the 2nd pushed the pace after scoring in transition getting off to an 8-0 run and were getting quick defensive stops that ended up in turnovers. Nets also gained there first lead since 12-11 in the 1st by two free throws. Nets shot 50% from the field, 87% from the charity strike and entered the half up 53-51. However, come the 3rd quarter and Claxton would toss up an alley oop pass to Kevin Durant who hammered down a methodical two handed slam, 79-66. The Nets in the 3rd quarter drenched the Jazz with 60% shooting from deep as they started getting them to fall on open looks. But in the end, Durant would fly up an alley oop pass to Claxton who dialed in a game ending slam, 114-106. Nets in the 4th quarter continued to be a threat from the field with solid ball movement. But towards the end of the of the game, Brooklyn slipped after turning the ball over were allowing easy buckets inside the paint and sent Utah the line a few times with a few careless fouls. Nets secured 19 team fouls, shot 54% from the floor and improved to a 38-34 record.
Monday March 21st, 2022: The Utah Jazz outscored the Nets 31-23 in the 4th quarter but turned in a difficult 106-114 loss to the Nets. This defeat dropped the Jazz to 27 losses on the year and are 6-4 through ten games. Jazz in the 1st quarter would jump out to a 21-16 lead after Jordan Clarkson hit a three point jumper on what looked to be an up and down. Jazz in quarter number 1 had an impressive start from the floor after moving the ball around and getting solid looks at the rim. Also outscored Brooklyn 28-25. Afterwards, Mike Conley in the 2nd would make Durant fall as he blew past him for nicely made mid range floater, 49-43. The Jazz in the 2nd quarter got inside the paint and attacked the rim, while playing lockdown defense from behind the arc as they forced Brooklyn to take tough contested shots. Jazz however were struggling sown low after allowing 5 offensive rebounds that quickly turned into 11 second chance points. Jazz scored 24 points in the paint, earned five fast break points and entered halftime down 51-53. Although, Clarkson midway in the 3rd quarter buried a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 66-75. Jazz ended the 3rd quarter being careless with the ball after having 12 turnovers and allowed 14 points off those turns. Jazz did respond with a few three's of their own but allowed Brooklyn To score 33 points. Ultimately though, late in the 4th Rudy Gobert would turn in an alley oop slam off a Conley pass, 102-108. Jazz seemingly had a solid 4th after cutting the Nets one time 18 point lead down to 10, by knocking down quality shots from the field and bullied Brooklyn when getting out in transition. Jazz ended on a 19-4 run. Jazz ended their night scoring 11 fast break points, shot 44% from the floor and fell to a 45-27 record.
Durant's 37 point night leads the Nets past the Jazz by a score of 114-106. This win helped the Nets secure their 38th win of the year and are now four above .500. Now Griffin early in the 1st off a Durant feed would Hammer down the two handed slam, 20-21. After that, with just 34 ticks left in the 1st and Griffin would knock down a wide open three, 25-25. Nets through quarter of play were doing a solid job from the field as they were shooting 48% by getting wide open looks. But struggled to get three's to go in, due to a tight Utah defense. Then Durant in the 2nd would bring Brooklyn within four after hitting a long fading mid range jumper from the baseline, 47-51. Nets late in the 2nd pushed the pace after scoring in transition getting off to an 8-0 run and were getting quick defensive stops that ended up in turnovers. Nets also gained there first lead since 12-11 in the 1st by two free throws. Nets shot 50% from the field, 87% from the charity strike and entered the half up 53-51. However, come the 3rd quarter and Claxton would toss up an alley oop pass to Kevin Durant who hammered down a methodical two handed slam, 79-66. The Nets in the 3rd quarter drenched the Jazz with 60% shooting from deep as they started getting them to fall on open looks. But in the end, Durant would fly up an alley oop pass to Claxton who dialed in a game ending slam, 114-106. Nets in the 4th quarter continued to be a threat from the field with solid ball movement. But towards the end of the of the game, Brooklyn slipped after turning the ball over were allowing easy buckets inside the paint and sent Utah the line a few times with a few careless fouls. Nets secured 19 team fouls, shot 54% from the floor and improved to a 38-34 record.
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Sunday March 20th, 2022: The 76ers blow a big lead and it led to a disappointing 88-93 loss to the Raptors. This defeat dropped the Sixers down to 3rd place in the East and had their two-game win streak cut short. The Sixers in the 1st quarter would bounce their kead to 14 after a Maxey three point jumper, 26-12. Sixers through one were able to get shots to go in off good looks. Along with outscoring Toronto 37-27. Afterwards, Joel Embiid would drop in a reverse layin to go up 54-49 in the 2nd quarter. Be aware that the 76ers seemingly struggled from deep as they couldn't get ball to drop and were giving up points in the paint. They also gave up a 1st half 16 point lead as well. Sixers allowed 36 points in the paint to their own 28, shot 33% from long range and slipped into halftime down 54-57. However, the 76ers during the 3rd quarter would snag a 65-63 lead after a Maxey three ball. Sixers ended the 3rd quarter on a 12-3 run and went 12 of 13 from the free throw line. Along with the defense being very hands on with 6 steals to 1. But come the latter parts of the 4th quarter and Philly would muscle their way into a two point deficit with 8 ticks left after a Maxey slam off a Harden assist, 88-90. Unfortunately, this would be as close as they would get to the Raptors. As they allowed Toronto to go 8 of 8 from the free throw line to wrap this night up. 76ers in the 2nd half were bullied on the offensive glass and had a tough time defending Toronto's fast break offense. To make matters worse for the Sixers is that they managed to also get outscored 24-12 in the final quarter. Sixers gave up 16 transition points, shot 25% from deep and fell to a 43-27.
The Raptors hold off a hot Philadelphia 76ers unit as they secured a highly impressive 93-88 Victory. This win keeps the Raptors sitting in 7th place throughout the East and are 6-4 in their last ten games played. The Raptors midway theough the 1st quarter would muscle their way into an 11 point deficit after Siakam buried a nicley made layup, 21-32. Raptors ended the first 12 minutes struggling on defense after giving up multiple Philly runs and had trouble finding their shot. Then Achiuwa with over 3 to go in the 2nd quarter, would spalsh in back to back three's and came within six, 46-52. Few plays later with 4 ticks left and Toronto would gain their first lead of the game after Barnes secured a rebound on off Achiuwa's shot attempt and knocked in a putback layin, 57-54. The Raptors through the games first 40 minutes buckled down on both sides of the ball. Offensively, they got off to an 8-2 run late in the quarter and started outrebounding Philly 12-4 on the offensive glass as it led into 18 second chance opportunities. Defensively they got stops and held the 76ers to 17 points. Raptors shot 46% from the field, scored nine fast break points and entered the half up 57-54. Ultamately though, Pascal Siakam late in quarter number 3 tried to stop the Philly rush after dropping in a three pointer off a Gary Trent asisst, 66-70. Raptors on offense seemingly couldn't buy a basket as they were shooting 23% from long distance and 32% from the field. Also were unsecured 20-12 to seal the 3rd. We will now shift our attentions over to the 5:33 mark of the 4th, where Brooks hit a three to help Toronto secure an 85-82 advantage. But in the end, Siakam with 2:07 left in the 4th would hit a clutch mid range J, 89-86. Raptors in the 4th had terrific ball movement to help spread the floor to get good looks at the rim from the field and were relentless inside the paint. Raptors ended their night scoring 50 points in the paint, shot a decent 37% from the floor and improved to a 40-31 record. Also won 6 striaght on the road.
Sunday March 20th, 2022: The 76ers blow a big lead and it led to a disappointing 88-93 loss to the Raptors. This defeat dropped the Sixers down to 3rd place in the East and had their two-game win streak cut short. The Sixers in the 1st quarter would bounce their kead to 14 after a Maxey three point jumper, 26-12. Sixers through one were able to get shots to go in off good looks. Along with outscoring Toronto 37-27. Afterwards, Joel Embiid would drop in a reverse layin to go up 54-49 in the 2nd quarter. Be aware that the 76ers seemingly struggled from deep as they couldn't get ball to drop and were giving up points in the paint. They also gave up a 1st half 16 point lead as well. Sixers allowed 36 points in the paint to their own 28, shot 33% from long range and slipped into halftime down 54-57. However, the 76ers during the 3rd quarter would snag a 65-63 lead after a Maxey three ball. Sixers ended the 3rd quarter on a 12-3 run and went 12 of 13 from the free throw line. Along with the defense being very hands on with 6 steals to 1. But come the latter parts of the 4th quarter and Philly would muscle their way into a two point deficit with 8 ticks left after a Maxey slam off a Harden assist, 88-90. Unfortunately, this would be as close as they would get to the Raptors. As they allowed Toronto to go 8 of 8 from the free throw line to wrap this night up. 76ers in the 2nd half were bullied on the offensive glass and had a tough time defending Toronto's fast break offense. To make matters worse for the Sixers is that they managed to also get outscored 24-12 in the final quarter. Sixers gave up 16 transition points, shot 25% from deep and fell to a 43-27.
The Raptors hold off a hot Philadelphia 76ers unit as they secured a highly impressive 93-88 Victory. This win keeps the Raptors sitting in 7th place throughout the East and are 6-4 in their last ten games played. The Raptors midway theough the 1st quarter would muscle their way into an 11 point deficit after Siakam buried a nicley made layup, 21-32. Raptors ended the first 12 minutes struggling on defense after giving up multiple Philly runs and had trouble finding their shot. Then Achiuwa with over 3 to go in the 2nd quarter, would spalsh in back to back three's and came within six, 46-52. Few plays later with 4 ticks left and Toronto would gain their first lead of the game after Barnes secured a rebound on off Achiuwa's shot attempt and knocked in a putback layin, 57-54. The Raptors through the games first 40 minutes buckled down on both sides of the ball. Offensively, they got off to an 8-2 run late in the quarter and started outrebounding Philly 12-4 on the offensive glass as it led into 18 second chance opportunities. Defensively they got stops and held the 76ers to 17 points. Raptors shot 46% from the field, scored nine fast break points and entered the half up 57-54. Ultamately though, Pascal Siakam late in quarter number 3 tried to stop the Philly rush after dropping in a three pointer off a Gary Trent asisst, 66-70. Raptors on offense seemingly couldn't buy a basket as they were shooting 23% from long distance and 32% from the field. Also were unsecured 20-12 to seal the 3rd. We will now shift our attentions over to the 5:33 mark of the 4th, where Brooks hit a three to help Toronto secure an 85-82 advantage. But in the end, Siakam with 2:07 left in the 4th would hit a clutch mid range J, 89-86. Raptors in the 4th had terrific ball movement to help spread the floor to get good looks at the rim from the field and were relentless inside the paint. Raptors ended their night scoring 50 points in the paint, shot a decent 37% from the floor and improved to a 40-31 record. Also won 6 striaght on the road.
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Saturday March 19th, 2022: Hornets during last night's matchup knocked off the Mavericks 129-108 to earn the Victory. This win propelled Charlotte one game past .500 and were atop four wins in a row. The Hornets were cruising through the 1st quarter after getting off to a 16-2 run after Terry Rozier off a LaMelo Ball assist would drop in a three point jumper, 16-2. Hornets at this point in time couldn't miss after shooting 100% from both deep and from the field. Afterwards, Cody Martin with 2:00 left in the 1st would hammer down the slam, thus going up 30-21. Hornets through one quarter of play had a solid shooting performance by getting looks at the rim as they shot over 80% from the field and long distance, while also outscoring Dallas 35-24. Then Kelly Oubre with over two to go in the 2nd quarter, would ring in a three point J to allow Charlotte to snag a brief 53-52. Moments after, with four seconds to go Kelly Oubre four possessions later would bury a wide open three pointer, 61-52. Charlotte in the 2nd slipped a little bit on offense by turning the ball over 6 times and had issues getting their three pointers to drop in. Luckily enough, towards the end of the half Hornets started distributing the ball much better and continued to dominate fast break points in order to respond with an 11-0 run themselves. Hornets turned in 14 team assists to the Mavs 9, scored 15 points in transition and stepped into halftime up 61-52. But come the latter points of the 3rd quarter and Charlotte would increase their run to 13-0 after Bridges from the baseline knocked in a fading mid range jumper to gain an 87-74 lead. Charlotte ended the 3rd shooting over 50% from deep and from the field. Along with getting off to a 28-8 run. Note that the Hornets did a nice job creating space to get open looks and were drenching Dallas 20-4 in transition points. But in the end, Isaiah Thomas added the dagger late in the 4th after hitting a mid range J off a Harrell dime, 119-88. Be aware that the Hornets in the 4th never let their foot off the gas pedal as they slice and diced their way to the rim and replunshed in a bunch of three's. But the defnese stayed alert by utilizing 8 blocks down low. Charlotte scored 20 points when given a second chance, shot 50% from the field and improved to a 36-35 record.
Doncic's 37 point performance just wasn't enough as the Mavericks sustained a rough 108-129 blowout loss to the Hornets. This loss dropped Dallas to a shaky 20-16 road record and have lost their past two-games in a row as well. Despite the Mavs terrible 1st quarter, Josh Green with over two to go would spalsh in three point jumper, 21-26. Keep in mind that by this point in time the Mavs had gotten on a 12-6 run by dropping in five straight three pointers in a row. Mavericks seemingly struggled in the first 12 minutes as they couldnt get shots off from the field, due to a smothering Hornets defense that made it difficult to get around them while having very little access to the rim. One positive was that the Mavs showed some life from behind the arc. After getting solid looks to go in. However, the Mavericks early in the 2nd quarter would gain a 47-46 lead after Frank Ntilikina buried a beauty of a layup. Ultimately though, Frank Ntilikina would make his presence felt yet again late in the 2nd after hitting a three ball, 52-50. Dallas in the 2nd quarter woke up after a sluggish 1st. As they got off to a 24-9 run by getting shots to go in when behind the arc or from the field and started outrebounding Charlotte 20-19. Also Mavs also did a solid job getting past Charlotte's tight defense and attacked inside the paint much better. Mavs shot 38% from deep, scored 22 points in the paint and e tired halftime down 52-61. Although, Luka Doncic from long distance in the 3rd would jam in a three point J, but trailed 80-91 still. Dallas in the 3rd really had problems getting space on the floor and were outscored 41-28. Now going into the latter parts of the 4th quarter and the Mavs would finally crack the 100 point mark, following a Trey Burks three pointer, 101-126. Mavs in the 4th simply couldn't buy a basket as they missed most of their shots more often than not and defensively gave up easy points in the paint, while turning the ball over a ton as well. Dallas turned the ball over 13 total times, were outassisted 33-18 and staggered down to a 43-28 record.
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Friday March 18th, 2022: The Bulls sustained a reeling 102-129 loss when going against the high powered Suns. This defeat extends the Bulls losing streak to four in a row and are in 5th place in the Eastern Conference. Bulls late in the 1st quarter would gain a 25-24 one point lead after DeRozan hit a turning mid range jumper. Bulls through one quarter like the Suns got good looks at the rim as they shot a pretty decent 48% from the floor. Then the Bulls would pull within nine points with over three to go in the 2nd, thanks to a Vucevic mid range J, 45-54. Despite being held to 21 2nd quarter points, the Bulls did a swell job scoring in transition and distributed the ball around real well. Along with 42% shooting from the floor. One negative was that they couldn't get their three ball going and defensively allowed 31 points. Bulls turned in 10 team assists scored 22 points in the paint and entered halftime trailing 48-61. However, Vucevic off a LaVine assist would knock down a layup, but still trailed by 20, 59-79. Bulls in the 3rd continued their struggle from downtown as they shot 23%. But in defense well they couldn't contain Phoenix from knocking down shots from the field and allowed 11 points off their own 8 turnovers at this point in time. The Bulls with over a minute remaining in the 4th would come within 27, after a Matt Thomas three pointer, 100-127. Bulls in the 4th were flat from downtown and from time to time had trouble shooting from the field. Bulls also kept matching basket for basket and had an even tougher time stringing together stops on defense. Bulls shot 25% from deep, 41% from the field and fell to a 41-29 win/loss record.
The Suns slide past the Chicago Bulls by picking up a 129-102 blowout Victory. This win moved them to an 8-2 record through ten and are riding four wins in a row. Mikal Bridges with over a minute to play in the 1st quarter, would drive the lane for nocley made layup, 26-25. Suns in the 1st quarter had a solid start from the field as they shot 52% and were getting quality shots to fall, while outscoring Chicago 30-27. Afterwards, Deandre Ayton late in the 2nd quarter started helping the Suns pull away the lead. After hitting a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 54-43. Note that the Suns in the 2nd quarter played bully ball down low in the paint and made a few defensive stops, while outscoring Chicago 10-6 on second chance opportunities. Suns secured 25 team rebounds to the Bulls 18, scored 30 points in the paint and entered halftime leading big 61-48. Although, during the 3rd quarter of play Devin Booker would toss up an alley oop pass to Ayton who hammered down the slam, 76-55. Suns won the 3rd quarter by shooting 54% from the field and outscored the Bulls 34-24. But in the end, Aaron Holiday off the bench would hit a wide open three point jumper, 119-90. Suns on defense did an outstanding job containing DeRozan to 19 points and contested every shot Chiacgo threw up, while clogging lanes to the rim. But on offense, the Suns dominating shooting performance from the field continued as they got wide open looks to drop in and racked in 52 team boards as well. Suns shot 56% from the floor, scored 13 points off the Bulls 11 turnovers and improved to a 57-14 record.
The Suns slide past the Chicago Bulls by picking up a 129-102 blowout Victory. This win moved them to an 8-2 record through ten and are riding four wins in a row. Mikal Bridges with over a minute to play in the 1st quarter, would drive the lane for nocley made layup, 26-25. Suns in the 1st quarter had a solid start from the field as they shot 52% and were getting quality shots to fall, while outscoring Chicago 30-27. Afterwards, Deandre Ayton late in the 2nd quarter started helping the Suns pull away the lead. After hitting a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 54-43. Note that the Suns in the 2nd quarter played bully ball down low in the paint and made a few defensive stops, while outscoring Chicago 10-6 on second chance opportunities. Suns secured 25 team rebounds to the Bulls 18, scored 30 points in the paint and entered halftime leading big 61-48. Although, during the 3rd quarter of play Devin Booker would toss up an alley oop pass to Ayton who hammered down the slam, 76-55. Suns won the 3rd quarter by shooting 54% from the field and outscored the Bulls 34-24. But in the end, Aaron Holiday off the bench would hit a wide open three point jumper, 119-90. Suns on defense did an outstanding job containing DeRozan to 19 points and contested every shot Chiacgo threw up, while clogging lanes to the rim. But on offense, the Suns dominating shooting performance from the field continued as they got wide open looks to drop in and racked in 52 team boards as well. Suns shot 56% from the floor, scored 13 points off the Bulls 11 turnovers and improved to a 57-14 record.
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Thursday March 17th, 2022: Bey's career best 51 points leads the Pistons over the Magic by picking up a 134-120 Victory. This win keeps Detroit in 14th place in the Eastern Conference and snapped a four game losing streak. Stewart late on the 1st quarter helped Detroit gain a 23-21 lead after hitting a three point jumper. Pistons in the 1st did a good job on the defensive glass and distributed the ball around real well to spread the floor and get good looks at the rim. Then Marvin Bagley late in quarter number two, would bury a wide open three pointer to increase the Pistons lead to ten, 68-58. Few plays later and Bey would force a steal of Bamaba before burying a three ball to go up 74-62. Pistons through two quarters drained the Magic by knocking down 12 three pointers on 24 attempts and forced Orlando to turn the ball over 5 times. With two of the turovers coming back to back to end the half. Pistons scored 26 points in the paint, shot 52% from the field and entered halftime up 39-37. Next, Marvin Bagley in the 3rd with 1:34 would push the Pistins lead to nine after hitting a mid range floater, 99-90. Pistons in the 3rd quarter were still a threat from deep. I mean every shot that went up would fall in. Pistons also dominated second chance opportunities. But in the end, Bey would dial in a dagger of a step back three point jumper, 132-117. The Pistons in the final 12 minutes slowed down a bit defensively by allowing easy baskets inside and even gave up an 8-2 run midway through. But it would be the offense that carried the team the rest of the way with amazing three point shooting. Pistons shot 46% downtown, scored 29 points off Orlando's 13 turnovers and improved to a 19-51 record.
Magic shot 36% from deep and the final score showed a tough 120-134 loss to the Pistons. This defeat improves the Magic's losing streak to three striaght and remain in last place in the East. Wagner in the first got past his defender and dialed in a reverse one handed layin and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 24-23. After that, Fultz on a fast break would throw down a one handed slam, 33-31. Magic through one shot an unbelievable 61% from the field as they pushed the pace and attacked the rim, while defensively forcing 3 quick turnovers late. Afterwards, Mo Bamaba from the baseline would knock in a turning mid range hook, 55-60. Magic through the first 40 minutes did a solid job of getting points in the paint but took a dip from the field. Due to shots not falling in and needed to clean up down low after giving up 18 second chance points. Magic scored 32 points in the paint, shot 43% from the floor and walked into halftime down 37-39. But come the 3rd quarter and Mo Wagner would bury a wide open corner three point J, 76-87. This would also be back to back threes in a row at this point in time. Magic woke a little bit after scoring fast in transition and got their three point shooting up to 40% by this time. But the turnover margin continued to rise as they gave up the ball four times in the 3rd, which was their eighth one overall. However, Terrance Ross with over five to play in the 4th would splash in fading mid range J, 110-125. The Magic's defense capped this game off by not being able to contain Bey, as they allowed him to go 10 of 14 from deep and 17 of 27 from the field. As for the offense, well they were still flat on three point shooting but executed best when playing bully ball down low. Magic scored 64 total points in the paint, scored 17 second chance points and fell to an 18-53 win/loss record.
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Wednesday March 16th, 2022: The Boston Celtics absolutely obliterated the Warriors by a score of 110-88. This win helped the Celtics pick up win number 42 on the year and are sitting in 4th place in the East. Now Jayson Tatum with 1:38 to go in the 1st quarter, would drop in a nicley made mid range jumper, thus gaining a 23-17 lead. Celtics in defense did a solid job by taking away easy baskets and making life hard from the field for the Warriors. Celtics also held Glden State to 17 1st quarter points and had 14 defensive rebounds by this point in time. Then the Celtics ten point lead would bounce to 13 and it happen to be their biggest lead all game. Thanks to a Jaylen Brown wide open three pointer, 41-28. Celtics defense through two quarters completely contained Steph Curry as they held him to 3 points and took away easy paths to the rim, while making it difficult to hit anything from ether deep or from the floor. Offensively though, Boston executed by scoring in transition. Despite a poor shooting performance from downtown. Celtics tallied in 8 team assists and walked into halftime leading 48-32. But come the 3rd quarter and Grant William's would knock down a wide open corner three to gain a 70-53 lead. Celtics unfortunately went cold in the 3rd quarter as they couldn't get shots to fall in and had 9 turnovers, while getting outscored 37-31. But in the end, Hauser late in the 4th quarter would drop in a three pointer off a Pritchard assist, 107-86. Celtics in 4th quarter played excellent team defense from start to finish. Thanks to Boston taking away their air assault from deep and dominated inside the paint. Including great ball movement that led to wide open baskets. Boston racked in 40 posts in the paint, turned in 23 assists to Golden State's 19 and improved to a 42-28 win/loss record.
Warriors were held beneath 100 points as the final score showed a tough 88-110 loss to the Celtics. This defeat denied Golden State of winning their 48th game in 2022 and are now 4-6 through ten. Jordan Poole with over a minute left in the 1st would bury a fading mid range jumper and brought his team within four, 17-21. Warriors shot just 28% from deep as they weren't getting any easy looks at the basket and allowed 6 points off their own 3 turnovers. Thereafter, Kay Thompson with 2:04 left in the 2nd, would jam in a mid range J, 30-41. Warriors through the first 40 minutes of this matchup just couldn't buy a basket as they went soo cold and had 8 turnovers by this point in time. This had to be the Warriors worst half of basketball as well. Also wanted to add in that Curry(Ankle) and Moody(Shoulder) left the half with injuries. Warriors were outscored 25-15 in the 2nd and entered the half down 32-48. Ultamately though, Toscano Anderson late in the 3rd quarter would dial in a finger roll layin to bring Golden State within 13, 64-77. Poole sparked the Warriors in the 3rd by scoring 19 points and as a whole shot 38% from the field. Now the Chris Chiozza going into the latter points of the 4th quarter would knock down a mid range J, but trailed big still, 88-107.Warriors had a strong 3rd quarter but slowly deteriorated in the 4th after being held to just 19 points and matched basket for basket with Boston. Also struggled from deep pretty much all game long. As they were lifeless in that department. Warriors shot just 22% from deep, outscored Boston 10-6 in transition and staggered down to a 47-23 record.
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Tuesday March 15th, 2022: Pelicans have had a rough stretch as of late after suffering a 115-131 loss to the Suns. This defeat keeps New Orleans in 10th place throughout the West and are 5-6 through 11 games. Now Claxton midwythriugh the 1st quarter got to the rim for a nicley made finger roll layin, 23-14. Pelicans through the first 12 minutes were getting quality shots at the baskets to fall on open looks when behind the arc and outrebounded Phoenix 4-1 on the offensive glass. One negative in the 1st was that they were allowed 6 fast break points to their 4. Then the Pelicans late in the 2nd quarter would jump out to an 8-2 run at this point in time after Herbert Jones dialed in a beauty of a layup, 57-59. Pels issue through two quarters was that their three point defense could not stop the Suns from hitting shots and allowed easy entry to the basket. But in offense, New Orleans did a great job exploiting inside the paint and earned much needed second chance opportunities. Pels secured 17 points in the paint to the Suns 3, shot 38% from deep and entered halftime down 59-67. Next, during quarter number 3 Hernangomez would knock in a one handed layup to cut into the Suns 11 point lead, 83-92. Keep in mind that the Pels continued to shoot themselves in the foot after allowing the Suns to score 31 points off 15 giveaways at this point in time. One positive was that they shot 54% from the floor but everytime they got close the Suns would just pull away by 10+ points. Murphy late in the 4th would bury a corner three pointer but trailed still 106-124. Pelicans throughout this game would lose most of the 50/50 balls by being careless with the ball and kept exchanging basket after basket with the Suns. Pels shot 50% from the floor, 35% from deep and staggered down to a 28-41 record.
Suns routed the Pelicans as they picked up a huge 131-115 Victory. This win moved the Suns to a 26-6 road record and remained in 1st place throughout the Western Conference. Suns in the 1st quarter got off to a 6-2 run after a Bridges three point J, 21-23. After that, Jae Crowder with over 4 minutes to go, would stretch the Suns run to 10-2 as he buried a three pointer, 26-23. Suns through one killed New Orleans from deep as they got shots falling on 71% shooting at this point in time. Also outassisted the Pelcans 10-8 as well. Thereafter, Devin Booker late in the 2nd quarter woukd give the Suns a 59-49 ten point advantage, following his mid range jumper. Suns in the 2nd quarter were very hands on by forcing turnovers and turning them into points. Along with great ball movement to help create separation for better looks and utilized their pick and roll screens when given the chance. Suns secured 17 team assists, shot 61% from downtown and entered the half up 67-59. But come the 3rd quarter Torey Craig off the bench with 4:01 left, would spalsh in a wide open three point jumper, 87-78. Suns to seal off the 3rd executed well on defense by pick pocketing players in which it led to 13 fast break points and outscored the Pels 31-26. Suns also continued to do a good job in the asisst department to help spread the floor and get guys open. But in the end, Ish Wainwright would drop in a game clinching layup to secure a 131-112 lead. Suns in the 4th quarter much like all game long would trash the Pelicans from both the field and from behind the three point line. As they just found ways to get open and knocked down high quality shots. Along with locking down on defense by giving up no easy points and played in your face. Suns scored 33 points off the Pels 17 turnovers, shot 54% from the field and improved to a 55-13 record.
Suns routed the Pelicans as they picked up a huge 131-115 Victory. This win moved the Suns to a 26-6 road record and remained in 1st place throughout the Western Conference. Suns in the 1st quarter got off to a 6-2 run after a Bridges three point J, 21-23. After that, Jae Crowder with over 4 minutes to go, would stretch the Suns run to 10-2 as he buried a three pointer, 26-23. Suns through one killed New Orleans from deep as they got shots falling on 71% shooting at this point in time. Also outassisted the Pelcans 10-8 as well. Thereafter, Devin Booker late in the 2nd quarter woukd give the Suns a 59-49 ten point advantage, following his mid range jumper. Suns in the 2nd quarter were very hands on by forcing turnovers and turning them into points. Along with great ball movement to help create separation for better looks and utilized their pick and roll screens when given the chance. Suns secured 17 team assists, shot 61% from downtown and entered the half up 67-59. But come the 3rd quarter Torey Craig off the bench with 4:01 left, would spalsh in a wide open three point jumper, 87-78. Suns to seal off the 3rd executed well on defense by pick pocketing players in which it led to 13 fast break points and outscored the Pels 31-26. Suns also continued to do a good job in the asisst department to help spread the floor and get guys open. But in the end, Ish Wainwright would drop in a game clinching layup to secure a 131-112 lead. Suns in the 4th quarter much like all game long would trash the Pelicans from both the field and from behind the three point line. As they just found ways to get open and knocked down high quality shots. Along with locking down on defense by giving up no easy points and played in your face. Suns scored 33 points off the Pels 17 turnovers, shot 54% from the field and improved to a 55-13 record.
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Monday March 14th, 2022: Bucks hold off the Jazz afte rsecuring an impressive a 117-111 Victory. This win has the Bucks in 2nd place throughout the East and are trailing 2.0 games back from the 1st place Heat(45-24). Giannis Antetokounmpo late in the 1st quarter would get to the rim to hammer down the slam, 20-22. Bucks got solid shots to fall in the 1st and recorded a couple points in transition. Then Bobby Portis late in the 2nd quarter would splash in a three point jumper, thus going up 62-53. Afterwards, Antekounmpo moments after would bury a layup with 3 ticks left, 68-59. Bucks through two continued to dominate the shooting portion as they knocked down shots and distributed the ball around to help create shot opportunities. Also capitalized in transition points. Bucks shot 52% from the field, turned in 16 team assists to Utah's 6 and entered halftime up 68-59. Although, Matthew's with 1:27 to go in the 3rd would bury a three point jumper to come within six, 85-91. Bucks defense to end the 3rd couldn't defend the three and were outscored 34-21. But in the end, Jrue Holiday late in the 4th would add the knockout punch after dropping in a contested turning mid range jumper to go up 111-107. Bucks defensively buckled down a little bit better by locking up outside the perimeter to take away their three's and even made it tough to get a proper shot off from the mid range area. But offensively, the Bucks got quality buckets to go in from the field and secured 13 team offensive boards that culminated into 15 second chance points. Bucks ended their night knocking in 46% from the floor, turned in 28 4th quarter points and moved up to a 43-26 win/loss record.
The Jazz got dealt their 26th loss of the 2022 NBA season after suffering a disappointing 111-117 loss to the Bucks. Rudy Gay late in the 1st would bury a nicely made three point jumper and gave the Jazz a brief 28-24 lead. Jazz like the Bucks got good looks at the basket and shots to fall. Also put up 5 points off Bucks 2 turnovers at this point in time. Thereafter, Donovan Mithell late in the 2nd with over a minute to go would drive the lane for beauty of a layup, 57-65. Jazz slipped a little from deep but managed to rack in six second chance opportunities. One other issue to was that they allowed 10 points inside the paint. Jazz barely shooting a 42% from behind the arc, allowed 9 second chance points and slouched into halftime down 59-68. However, during quarter number 3 Clarkson woukd dial in a three point jumper and pushed Utah's lead to 72-68. Jazz had a great offensive quarter in the 3rd after ending it in a 12-2 run and made 10 three's in that stretch. Luckily enough, Utah off a Bucks travel call late in the 4th would pull within three, following a Mike Conley three pointer, 107-109. Unfortunately, the Jazz fell flat on their face from deep as they went 0 of 7 and were held to just 18 4th quarter points as well. Jazz ended their night shooting a very poor 35% from behind the three point line, scored 17 points off the Bucks 13 turnovers and moved down to a 42-26 win/loss record.
The Jazz got dealt their 26th loss of the 2022 NBA season after suffering a disappointing 111-117 loss to the Bucks. Rudy Gay late in the 1st would bury a nicely made three point jumper and gave the Jazz a brief 28-24 lead. Jazz like the Bucks got good looks at the basket and shots to fall. Also put up 5 points off Bucks 2 turnovers at this point in time. Thereafter, Donovan Mithell late in the 2nd with over a minute to go would drive the lane for beauty of a layup, 57-65. Jazz slipped a little from deep but managed to rack in six second chance opportunities. One other issue to was that they allowed 10 points inside the paint. Jazz barely shooting a 42% from behind the arc, allowed 9 second chance points and slouched into halftime down 59-68. However, during quarter number 3 Clarkson woukd dial in a three point jumper and pushed Utah's lead to 72-68. Jazz had a great offensive quarter in the 3rd after ending it in a 12-2 run and made 10 three's in that stretch. Luckily enough, Utah off a Bucks travel call late in the 4th would pull within three, following a Mike Conley three pointer, 107-109. Unfortunately, the Jazz fell flat on their face from deep as they went 0 of 7 and were held to just 18 4th quarter points as well. Jazz ended their night shooting a very poor 35% from behind the three point line, scored 17 points off the Bucks 13 turnovers and moved down to a 42-26 win/loss record.
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Sunday March 13th, 2022: Lakers get routed by the Phoenix Suns 111-140. Lakers remain on 9th place in the West and are 3-8 in their last 11 games. Now LeBron James late on the 1st quarter would bury a step back three point jumper, but trailed 14-29. Lakers came out flat....missing shots from the field and shot 10% from deep, while allowing 11 points off turning the ball over. Lakers also were held to 22 points to end the 1st. Next, Malik Monk late in the 2nd quarter drive the lane for nicley made layup, 40-56. Lakers issue through the 1st half was that they continued to turn the ball over and just couldn't buy a shot to fall in. Then on defense the Lakers look lifeless after giving up points in the paint and allowing second chance opportunities. Lakers stepped into the locker rooms trailing big as it was a 56-79 deficit. However, Carmelo Anthony late in the 3rd quarter woukd utilized a spin mive before hitting a mid range jumper, 88-114. Lakers in the 3rd couldn't defend the Suns from knocking down shot after shot from the mid range area and continued to struggle on the offensive glass. As they were getting outrebounded 12-5. Ultamately though, Avery Bradley late in the 4th would sink in a wide open three point jumper, 102-132. Lakers in the 2nd half allowed the Suns easy entry to the basket and couldn't defend Phoenix from ether deep or from the field. Along with the turnovers piling up quarter after quarter. Lakers turned the ball over 19 times, scored 18 points in the paint to the Suns 44 and fell to a 29-38 record.
No Chris Paul and the Suns go to work after obliterating the Lakers by a blowout score of 140-111. This win helped the Suns earn 54 victories on the season and are riding two wins in a row. Suns with 3:43 to go in the 1st quarter would gain a 15 point lead after a Jae Crowder three point J, 32-14. Suns through one dominated the Lakers by scoring 17 transition points to 4 and were very hands on with 7 turnovers. Then DeAndre Ayton late in the 2nd quarter would push their lead to 20 points after burying a three pointer, 60-40. Suns continued to dominate with great shot making from the field and couldn't be stopped from behind the arc. Suns also outassited LA as well. Suns were outscored 34-31 in the 2nd and entered halftime up 79-56. But come the 3rd quarter and Ayton from inside the paint would knock in a turning mid range hook and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 104-75. Suns in the 3rd dominated points in the paint by slicing and dicing their way to the rim, while getting good looks at the basket when shooting from the floor. One negative was that they slipped a little from behind the arc with 41%. But in the end, the Suns added the knockout punch late in the 4th after Payton drilled in a three ball to go up 140-111. Suns from start to finish played in your face defense by making the Lakers take difficult shots from the field and made it hard to attack to the rim. Suns shot 56% from the field, turned in 36 team assists to LA's 24 and moved up to a 54-14 record.
No Chris Paul and the Suns go to work after obliterating the Lakers by a blowout score of 140-111. This win helped the Suns earn 54 victories on the season and are riding two wins in a row. Suns with 3:43 to go in the 1st quarter would gain a 15 point lead after a Jae Crowder three point J, 32-14. Suns through one dominated the Lakers by scoring 17 transition points to 4 and were very hands on with 7 turnovers. Then DeAndre Ayton late in the 2nd quarter would push their lead to 20 points after burying a three pointer, 60-40. Suns continued to dominate with great shot making from the field and couldn't be stopped from behind the arc. Suns also outassited LA as well. Suns were outscored 34-31 in the 2nd and entered halftime up 79-56. But come the 3rd quarter and Ayton from inside the paint would knock in a turning mid range hook and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 104-75. Suns in the 3rd dominated points in the paint by slicing and dicing their way to the rim, while getting good looks at the basket when shooting from the floor. One negative was that they slipped a little from behind the arc with 41%. But in the end, the Suns added the knockout punch late in the 4th after Payton drilled in a three ball to go up 140-111. Suns from start to finish played in your face defense by making the Lakers take difficult shots from the field and made it hard to attack to the rim. Suns shot 56% from the field, turned in 36 team assists to LA's 24 and moved up to a 54-14 record.
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Friday March 11th, 2022: LeBron James 14th career 50 point game led the Lakers to a 122-102 Victory, over the Wizards. This win keeps LA in 9th place throughout the West and ended a two-game skid. Carmelo Anthony late in the 1st quarter splashed in a nicley made layup to go up 21-17. Lakers ended the 1st by clogging any open lanes and played solid defense to take away the Wizards three pointers. They also gave up a big run late that would allow Washington to tie this game. Then come the 2nd quarter Malik Monk with 4:18 left, had knocked down a tough three point jumper to allow the Lakers to gain a brief 50-49 lead. Lakers did alright in the 2nd quarter after knocking down quality shots from the field and from deep. What I did not enjoy was thr fact that LA was getting beat inside the paint and were outassisted 14-12. LA shot 43% from both deep and from the field, were outscored 13-4 in fast break points and walked into the half down 52-59. Although, LeBron James halfway into the 3rd quarter would drive through the lane before hammering down a heavy one handed slam and went up 74-71. Lakers through three quarters of play outscored Washington 12-9 in fast break points, while shooting the ball very effectively from the field. But in the end, late in the 4th, Talen Horton Tucker would utilize a spin move to get past his defender before hammering in a hard one handed slam, 105-95. Lakers during the 2nd half absolutely shredded the Wizards from the floor after getting quality shots to fall and scored 33 total points in the 4th. Lakers also from time to time jumped out to some pretty sizeable runs that lasted quite sometime. Lakers shot 52% from the field, scored 13 points off the Lakers 10 turnovers and improved to a 29-37 record.
Wizards blow a 2nd half nine-point lead as they sustained a tough 109-122 loss to the Lakers. This loss keeps Washington in 11th place throughout the East and are now faced with back to back losses in a row. Rui Hachimura late in the 1st quarter would knock down a three point J to come within five, 21-26. Followed up with Hachimura once again launching in another three pointer with 38 ticks left, 26-26. Wizards through one seemingly struggled to buy a basket from deep as they were held to just 11% and gave up a 7-2 run. Despite all this, the Wizards towards the end rallied back by taking away the Lakers shooting lanes and got off to a 10-2 run of their own. Now Kentavious Caldwell Pope midway through the 2nd quarter dropped In a step back mid range jumper and gained a 51-50 lead. After that, Hachimura with two minutes to go, would dial in a three pointer to bring the Wizards to a 57-50 lead. Wizards in the 2nd quarter still struggled to make shots from downtown as the Lakers continued to smoother them. Including five turnovers and shot a little bit better from the field. A couple positives would be that they were beating LA for rebounds and outscored them in transition points. Wizards Shor 33% from the three point line, turned 28 team boards to the LA's 4 and entered halftime up 59-52. Ultamately though, Ish Smith late in the 3rd got to the rim for contested layup and brought the Wizards within five, 77-82. Washington in the 3rd could not defend the Lakers from scoring inside the paint and were outscored 37-23. We will now shift over to 4th quarter with over two to go, as Kyle Kuzma would drive the lane before sinking a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 102-114. Note that the Wizards struggles in this game was that they weren't efficient enough from downtown and allowed the Lakers to rack in easy points when getting inside the paint. One good thing about Washington was the simple fact that they torched the Lakers when it came to snagging down rebounds on the offensive glass. Wizards secured 14 offensive boards to the Lakers 4, gave up 56 points in the paint and staggered to a 29-36 record.
Wizards blow a 2nd half nine-point lead as they sustained a tough 109-122 loss to the Lakers. This loss keeps Washington in 11th place throughout the East and are now faced with back to back losses in a row. Rui Hachimura late in the 1st quarter would knock down a three point J to come within five, 21-26. Followed up with Hachimura once again launching in another three pointer with 38 ticks left, 26-26. Wizards through one seemingly struggled to buy a basket from deep as they were held to just 11% and gave up a 7-2 run. Despite all this, the Wizards towards the end rallied back by taking away the Lakers shooting lanes and got off to a 10-2 run of their own. Now Kentavious Caldwell Pope midway through the 2nd quarter dropped In a step back mid range jumper and gained a 51-50 lead. After that, Hachimura with two minutes to go, would dial in a three pointer to bring the Wizards to a 57-50 lead. Wizards in the 2nd quarter still struggled to make shots from downtown as the Lakers continued to smoother them. Including five turnovers and shot a little bit better from the field. A couple positives would be that they were beating LA for rebounds and outscored them in transition points. Wizards Shor 33% from the three point line, turned 28 team boards to the LA's 4 and entered halftime up 59-52. Ultamately though, Ish Smith late in the 3rd got to the rim for contested layup and brought the Wizards within five, 77-82. Washington in the 3rd could not defend the Lakers from scoring inside the paint and were outscored 37-23. We will now shift over to 4th quarter with over two to go, as Kyle Kuzma would drive the lane before sinking a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 102-114. Note that the Wizards struggles in this game was that they weren't efficient enough from downtown and allowed the Lakers to rack in easy points when getting inside the paint. One good thing about Washington was the simple fact that they torched the Lakers when it came to snagging down rebounds on the offensive glass. Wizards secured 14 offensive boards to the Lakers 4, gave up 56 points in the paint and staggered to a 29-36 record.
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Thursday March 10th, 2022: Warriors knocked off the Nuggets by a score of 113-102. This win has the Warriors tied for 2nd place in the West and trail the 1st place Suns by 8.5 games back. Jordan "Never afraid Poole" late in the 1st buried a step back three point jumper to go up 24-19. Warriors had their struggles from the field as they started 6 of 9 but ended 3 of 10 at this point in time and were outscored 21-31. But come the latter points of the 2nd quarter and Klay Thompson would spalsh in a three point J, 49-52. This would also be the Warriors second made shot in a row. Warriors defense were stunned in the 2nd after giving up 15 striaght points in a row and couldn't buy a basket to fall from deep. But on the defensive side Golden State could not stop Denver in transition and gave up multiple runs in the process. Warriors shot 25% from downtown, allowed 13 Denver fast break points and entered halftime down 51-60. Although, Golden State towards the end of the 3rd would cut into the Nuggets 14 point lead and gained an 88-83 advantage after Curry knocked down a much needed three pointer. Note that the Warriors had a solid 3rd quarter by utilizing good ball movement as they outassisted Denver 20-14 and shot 10 of 29 from long distance. Ultamately though, Curry late in the 4th tied this game after blowing past his defender and turned in a one handed layup, 102-102. But in the end, Poole would sink in a game ending three pointer with 56 ticks left, 107-102. Warriors in the 4th remained a threat as they forced a ton of turnovers that led into points and smothered Denver from downtown. Warriors ended the 4th on a 13-0 run, scored 26 points off the Nuggets 11 turnovers and moved to 45-22 record.
Nuggets were shutdown as they sustained a disappointing 102-113 loss to the Warriors. Nuggets stand in 6th place in the West and had their two-game winning streak snapped. Jokic with over two minutes to go in the 1st would knock in a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 23-24. Nuggets did a good job grabbing rebounds to create second chance opportunities as they turned in 10 to the Warriors 2 and dominated inside for paint both on offense and defense. Then during the 2nd quarter Nikola Jokic would dial in a mid range floater to give the Nuggets a 54-51 three point lead. Followed up with Morris moments after burying a layup with 2 ticks left in the 2nd, 60-51. Through the 2nd quarter Denver defensively started forcing turnovers and got quality shots to fall from the floor. Also closed off any easy paths to the rim and lockdown the perimeter. Nuggets shot 43% from the floor, scored 8 points off the Warriors 5 turnovers and walked into halftime up 60-51. However, the Nuggets halfway through the 3rd would gain their largest lead of the night after Austin Rivers jammed in a layup, 72-58. Nuggets continued to domiate second chance opportunities as they tallied 21 to the Warriors 9 but were outscored 24-37 to end the 3rd. Now during the 4th quarter Nuggets got off to an 8-0 run after trailing by six earlier on once Jokic buried a turning mid range hook and tied this game at 98-98. Along with Morris hitting a mid range floater a play later to give Denver a brief 100-98 lead. Nuggets in the 4th played sloppy on both sides of the ball, after shooting 22% from deep and were outscored 18-25. Nuggets scored 21 second chance points, shot 41% from the field and slipped down to a 40-27 record
Nuggets were shutdown as they sustained a disappointing 102-113 loss to the Warriors. Nuggets stand in 6th place in the West and had their two-game winning streak snapped. Jokic with over two minutes to go in the 1st would knock in a turning mid range hook from inside the paint, 23-24. Nuggets did a good job grabbing rebounds to create second chance opportunities as they turned in 10 to the Warriors 2 and dominated inside for paint both on offense and defense. Then during the 2nd quarter Nikola Jokic would dial in a mid range floater to give the Nuggets a 54-51 three point lead. Followed up with Morris moments after burying a layup with 2 ticks left in the 2nd, 60-51. Through the 2nd quarter Denver defensively started forcing turnovers and got quality shots to fall from the floor. Also closed off any easy paths to the rim and lockdown the perimeter. Nuggets shot 43% from the floor, scored 8 points off the Warriors 5 turnovers and walked into halftime up 60-51. However, the Nuggets halfway through the 3rd would gain their largest lead of the night after Austin Rivers jammed in a layup, 72-58. Nuggets continued to domiate second chance opportunities as they tallied 21 to the Warriors 9 but were outscored 24-37 to end the 3rd. Now during the 4th quarter Nuggets got off to an 8-0 run after trailing by six earlier on once Jokic buried a turning mid range hook and tied this game at 98-98. Along with Morris hitting a mid range floater a play later to give Denver a brief 100-98 lead. Nuggets in the 4th played sloppy on both sides of the ball, after shooting 22% from deep and were outscored 18-25. Nuggets scored 21 second chance points, shot 41% from the field and slipped down to a 40-27 record
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Wednesday March 9th, 2022: The Suns clinch a 2022 Postseason berth after holding off the Heat by a score of 111-90. This win improves the Suns to an 8-3 record through 11 and remain in 1st place in the West. Suns started to wake up late in the 1st as they got off to a 7-0 run after Holiday buried a three pointer, 21-25. Suns came out flat in the 1st as they couldn't slow Miami from behind the arc. But got hot in the end by scoring 13 consecutive points and got their shots to fall from the field, as they shot 52% and outscored Miami 29-27. Then Bridges late in the 2nd quarter would bring the Suns within one after knocking down a mid range floater, 51-52. Including an Ayton mid range jumper with 17 ticks left, 57-55. Ayton since Paul's injury is averaging 4.3 in points per game from mid range. Suns through the 2nd struggled to shoot from long distance and had a tough time stopping Miami in transition. A couple positives was that the Suns were destroying the Heat on rebounds and got good looks at the basket from the field. Suns shot 46% from downtown, outrebounded Miami 27-15 and entered halftime up 57-55. But come the late stages of the 3rd quarter, Bridges would help the Suns knock down back to back shots in a row, follwoing his layup off a Booker assist, 84-67. Suns through three were shooting 10 of 10 from the free throw line and outscored the Heats 34-19. But in the end, Devin Booker late in the 4th added the knockout punch by sinking in a three point J, 109-84. Suns attacked the rim and stayed efficient from the floor in half number 2. Suns shot 4t% from the field, scored 20 4th quarter points and improved to a 53-13 record.
Heat go cold from behind the arc and sustain a routing 90-111 loss. This defeat keeps Heat in 1st place in the East and had their three-game win streak snapped. During the 1st quarter, Lowry would beam his pass downcourt to Gabe Vincent who dialed in a layup, 20-10. Unfortunately the Heat slowed down a bit from deep as they shot 45% to end the 1st and got outrebounded 15-8. Be aware that the Heat started this game shooting over 60% from long distance. Thereafter, Abedbayo towards the end of the 2nd quarter would spalsh in a mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 55-52. Miami Heat in the 2nd quarter did a good job getting inside the paint and made good shot selections from the floor. One negative is that Miami gave up 6 striaght second chance points. Heat tallied 24 points in the paint, shot 50% from the field and entered the half down 55-57. Although, come the 3rd quarter and PJ Tucker would bring the Heat within nine after sinking in a layup, 60-69. However, during the 4th quarter with 1:27 Duncan Robinson would jam in a three point jumper but still trailed 87-109. Heat continued their struggles in the 2nd half from deep and were held to just 16 4th quarter points. Heat shot 39% from the floor, 30% from long distance and fell to a 44-23 record.
Heat go cold from behind the arc and sustain a routing 90-111 loss. This defeat keeps Heat in 1st place in the East and had their three-game win streak snapped. During the 1st quarter, Lowry would beam his pass downcourt to Gabe Vincent who dialed in a layup, 20-10. Unfortunately the Heat slowed down a bit from deep as they shot 45% to end the 1st and got outrebounded 15-8. Be aware that the Heat started this game shooting over 60% from long distance. Thereafter, Abedbayo towards the end of the 2nd quarter would spalsh in a mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 55-52. Miami Heat in the 2nd quarter did a good job getting inside the paint and made good shot selections from the floor. One negative is that Miami gave up 6 striaght second chance points. Heat tallied 24 points in the paint, shot 50% from the field and entered the half down 55-57. Although, come the 3rd quarter and PJ Tucker would bring the Heat within nine after sinking in a layup, 60-69. However, during the 4th quarter with 1:27 Duncan Robinson would jam in a three point jumper but still trailed 87-109. Heat continued their struggles in the 2nd half from deep and were held to just 16 4th quarter points. Heat shot 39% from the floor, 30% from long distance and fell to a 44-23 record.
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Tuesday March 8th, 2022: Clippers poor shooting performance led to a demoralizing 97-112 defeat to the Warriors. This loss dropped the Clippers to a 7-4record through 11 games and remained in 8th place in the West. Luke Kennard late in the 1st would knock in a three point J, thus going up 21-17. Clippers through 1, struggled from the field as they shot just 26%. But defensivley they held Golden State to 0% shooting from deep. Afterwards, Nicolas Batum late in the 2nd would sink in a mid range jumper but still trialed 28-43. Clippers with this basket ended a six minute scoreless drought at this point in time. LA through two couldn't get any shots to fall as they struggled to shoot and gave up points in the paint. Along with being held to just 15 2nd quarter points to the Warriors 33. Clips shot 20% from downtown, scored 8 points in the paint to the Warriors 24 and entered the half down 36-54. Although, Luke Kennard in the 3rd would sink in a catch and shoot three pointer, 61-86. Clippers simply through the first three quarter COULD NOT buy a basket as they shot a poor 29% from the field and 28% from long distance. However, Boston late in the 4th would rattle in a three point jumper and helped LA get off to a 28-10 run, 89-100. Unlike the past three quarters, LA got sparked by solid defensive play and started attacking the rim much more. Clips scored 19 points off the Warriors 16 turnovers, earned 22 fast break points and staggered down to a 34-33 record.
Warriors hold the Clippers beneath 100 points after picking up a 112-97 Victory. This win keeps the Warriors in 3rd place in the West and had a five game losing streak snapped. Klay Thompson during the 1st quarter in transition off a Kuminga assist would dial in a layup with 37 seconds left, 21-21. Warriors ended the 1st, by shooting 33% from the floor and outassisted LA 6-3. Then during the 2nd quarter the Warriors would move their lead to 20 points after Poole buried a three point jumper, 52-32. Warriors ended the 2nd shooting much better than they did in the 1st and were winning the offensive glass battle. But on defense Golden State locked down LA and took away any easy paths to the rim. Warriors shot 42% from the field, scored 9 second chance points to the Clips 5 and entered the locker rooms leading 54-36. But come the latter points of the 3rd, Jordan Poole would knock down back to back shots in a row after hitting a pull up three point jumper, 79-55. Warriors shot over 40% from the field and from deep before outscoring the Clippers 32-25. Poole also scored the Warriors final 7 made shots to end the 3rd. But in the end, Thompson would help Golden State add the dagger with over four to go as he splashed in a fading mid range jumper, 100-83. Warriors slipped a little though in the 4th after giving up easy points in the paint and had their 29 point lead cut down to 11. Warriors ended their night with 33 team assists, shot 38% from long range and improved to a 44-22 record.
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Monday March 7th, 2022: Warriors outscored 27-23 in the 4th after being dealt a tough 124-131 loss to the Nuggets. This defeat dropped Golden State down down 3rd place in the West and moved Memphis into 2nd. Along with their losing streak reaching five in a row. During the 1st quarter, Chris Chiozza would drive the lane for a beauty of a layup with 1:43 left, 24-31. Including a Lee buzzer beating mid range floater to bring the Warriors within nine, 31-40. Warriors in the 1st had issues defending inside the paint and were getting outrebounded 14-7. Along with turning the ball over 4 times. Afterwards, Poole late in the 2nd would bring the Warriors within one after splashing in three point jumper, 65-66. Warriors in the 2nd did excellent in transition defense after giving up just one basket and started to get their shots to fall. Warriors shot 52% from the downtown, scored 26 points in the paint and entered halftime down 69-71. Ultamately though, the Warriors would pull within 12 points late in the 3rd once Chiozza knocked down a step back mid range jumper, 90-102. Warriors early in the 3rd struggled by giving up 15 points on 9 turnovers but with enough made stops late on defense it would allow Golden State to get off to an 11-0 run. However, Poole late in the 4th knocked down back to back shots in a row once burying a three point floater, 122-126. Unfortunately, Warriors allowed Denver to end this game on a 7-2 run. Warriors held Denver to 31% shooting from deep, scored 20 fast break points and fell to a 43-22 record.
Jokic tied Chamberlin for his 75th career triple double and it led the Nuggets past the Warriors by a score of 131-124. This win moved Denver to a 3-Game win streak and remain in 5th place in the West. Austin Rivers in the 1st quarter picked off Moody's pass before getting off to a fast break, that ended with a nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 24-20. After that, Cousins would hit a three ball to give the Nuggets a then 34-24 ten point lead. Denver through one dominated the Warriors in transition points as they earned 10 to their 0, while shooting 70% from the floor and 57% from deep. Then Jeff Green in the 2nd with over a minute hammered in a one handed slam to give the Nuggets a 66-62 lead. Defensively the Nuggets slowed down as they gave up a 9-2 run midway through the 2nd and allowed 7 baskets in transition. One positive for Denver was that they dominated points inside the paint while staying hot from the floor. Denver shot 61% from the floor, scored 36 points in the paint and walked into halftime leading 71-69. Although, the Nuggets midway into the 3rd jumped out to a 14-0 run after Jokic tossed an alley oop pass to Gordon who hammered down the two handed slam from the baseline, 92-83. Nuggets started slow after falling behind by 7-points early in the 3rd, but quickly picked it up with a big run by making stops and solid shooting. Eventually, Jokic late in the 4th added the dagger by sinking in a mid range floater and got fouled in the process to make this a three point possession, 128-125. Denver ended with 54% shooting from the field, scored 22 fast break points and moved to a 39-26 record.
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Sunday March 6th, 2022: Mobley's 22 points and Markkanen's 20 points led the Cavaliers to a 104-96 Victory, over the Raptors. The Cavs snapped a 3-Game losing streak and remain in sixth place in the Eastern Conference. Kevin Love late in the 1st would splash in a three point jumper to give the Cavs a 30-25 lead. Cavs did a solid job facilitating the ball to their big men inside the paint and knocked down 54% shooting from the field. Including three Jarrett Allen blocks as well. One negative to the Cavs was that they only had 2 second chance points because they were having issues bringing down offensive boards.Then the Cavs late in the 2nd would get off to a 4 on 2 fast break that ended with a Darius Garland layup, 52-42. Cavs offensively dominated the Raptors in transition points and executed well from long distance. Only downside is that the Cavs lost Allen to a knee injury and turned the ball over 9 times. Cavs shot 40% from deep, scored 19 fast break points and entered the half up 59-46. Thereafter, Darius Garland in the 3rd would dial in a pullup three point J to help the Cavaliers jump out to an 8-0 run, 70-62. Cavaliers played acceptional defense by making it tough for Toronto to shoot from the field and blocked off any easy lanes to the rim. Along with winning the rebound battle. Ultamately though, Wade in the 4th would blow past his defender so he could hammer down a one handed jam, 84-70. But in the end, a Mobley mid range hook from inside the paint would prove to be the dagger, 100-90. Cavs shot 45% from the field, secured 67 rebounds to Toronto's 54 and moved up to a 37-27 record.
Raptors 3-7 through ten games after enduring a 96-104 loss to the Cavaliers. This defeat extended the Raptors losong streak to three and they remain in 7th place throughout the East. Achiwa during the 1st quarter brought the Raptors within three after knocking in a mid range floater, 23-25. Raptors were outscored 30-29 to end the 1st. Toronto through one dominated the offensive glass after they secured 7 to the Cavs 4 and it led to 9 second chance points. Afterwards, Siakam would drive the lane for nicley made layup and brought his team within seven points, 42-50. Raptors defensively needed to clean up after giving up a 15-4 run and were slow in transition to start the 2nd. Including their offense shooting poor from both deep and from the floor. One positive was that the Raptors did a good job by getting to the free throw line and shooting 11 of 13. Raptors shot 10% from deep, 73% from the free throw line and slouched into the half down 46-59. Now Gary Trent halfway through the 3rd would bring the Raptors within one as he dropped in a well-timed layup, 61-62. Keep in mind that the Raptors shot ABSOLUTELY poor from the field during the 3rd quarter. As they started 6 of 8 but ended 1 of 13 which was 32% shooting. Raptors also gave up an 11-0 run to end the 3rd. But come the mid stages of the 4th and Siakam would jam in three ball, 68-82. Toronto before this basket were shooting 2 of 18 from downtown. Although, late in the 4th the Raptors would catch fire and came within 5 once Boucher buried a corner three, 95-100. Raptors score 11 fast break points to the Cavs 20, forced 17 turnovers and fell to a 34-30 record.
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BACK HOME: The Washington Wizards have agreed to sign Satoransky to a 1 year deal to return. Now this is a homecoming for Tomas Satoransky after originally spending his first three years in the NBA with the Wizards. His stint lasted 2016 all the way through to 2019 where he averaged a combined 18.6 in points per game, 10.5 in assists per game and shot 46% from the field. But in 2022, Satoransky is averaging a 4.7 in points and a 2.7 in assists while shooting 66% from the floor.
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Saturday March 5th, 2022: LeBron James drops a season best 52 points to lead the Lakers past the Warriors 124-116. This win keeps the Lakers in 9th place in the West wild card standings and snapped a four game-losing streak. During the 1st quarter, LeBron James would secure a rebound on offense off a Monk missed three and knocked in a putback layin, 22-11. LA had a solid performance from the field as they shot 54% and outscored the Warriors 32-25 to end the first 12 minutes. One thing that had to be fixed was that the Lakers had 6 turnovers. Next, Austin Reaves towards the latter stages of the 2nd quarter would hit a three point J and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 55-65. Lakers somehow in the 2nd quarter just look slow and sluggish after being up big. But managed to get off to a mini run to close the 1st half out. That has been an issue these past few weeks, is that every so often they gain a big lead before eventually blowing it. LA shot 51% from the floor, defense forced 14 turnovers and walked into halftime down 62-67. However, LeBron James with over three minutes to play in the 3rd would dash to the rim for a NASTY reverse one handed slam, 79-89. James scored the Lakers last 11 points to the end the 3rd. Now we will head to the halfway mark of the 4th where LeBron James buried a long three to give LA their first lead of half number 2, 100-97. But in the end, James off a dribble drive would kick his pass out to Carmelo Anthony who splashed in a corner three, 122-116. LA outscored Golden State 35-22 in the 4th, defense forced 22 turnovers and moved their record to 28-35.
The Warriors last night underwent a tough 116-124 loss to the Lakers. This defeat dropped the Warriors down to 3rd place in the West and moved the Grizzlies into 2nd. Along with being 3-8 through their last eleven. Jordan Poole late in the 1st buried a three point jumper to bring the Warriors within six points, 21-27. This happen to be Poole's third made basket in a row as well. Warriors struggled to find open lanes and defensively gave up 18 points in the paint. Along with struggling to make shots from the field as they turned in 41% to end the 1st. Then Toscano Anderson late in the 2nd in transition off a Curry assist would bury a nicley made layup, 60-46. Warriors chipped away at a 14 point deficit to eventually gain a 14 point lead of their own. Warriors started making stops on the defensive end by defending the paint much better and forced turnovers. Along with dominating from behind the arc. Warriors shot 65% from deep, scored 15 fast break points and entered the half up 67-62. Afterwards, the Warriors lead would get moved to ten after Andrew Wiggins sunk in a three point jumper, 87-77. Warriors defensively had their struggles as they gave up a few late runs but did a great job at increasing their lead everytime LA got close. But come the 4th quarter with over four to go, Steph Curry would dial in a step back three pointer to knot this bout up at 108-108. Moments later, Curry late in the 4th 1:06 left would knock in a layup to bring Golden State within three, 116-119. Warriors shot 50% from the field, scored 22 points off LA's 20 turnovers and fell to a 43-21 record.
The Warriors last night underwent a tough 116-124 loss to the Lakers. This defeat dropped the Warriors down to 3rd place in the West and moved the Grizzlies into 2nd. Along with being 3-8 through their last eleven. Jordan Poole late in the 1st buried a three point jumper to bring the Warriors within six points, 21-27. This happen to be Poole's third made basket in a row as well. Warriors struggled to find open lanes and defensively gave up 18 points in the paint. Along with struggling to make shots from the field as they turned in 41% to end the 1st. Then Toscano Anderson late in the 2nd in transition off a Curry assist would bury a nicley made layup, 60-46. Warriors chipped away at a 14 point deficit to eventually gain a 14 point lead of their own. Warriors started making stops on the defensive end by defending the paint much better and forced turnovers. Along with dominating from behind the arc. Warriors shot 65% from deep, scored 15 fast break points and entered the half up 67-62. Afterwards, the Warriors lead would get moved to ten after Andrew Wiggins sunk in a three point jumper, 87-77. Warriors defensively had their struggles as they gave up a few late runs but did a great job at increasing their lead everytime LA got close. But come the 4th quarter with over four to go, Steph Curry would dial in a step back three pointer to knot this bout up at 108-108. Moments later, Curry late in the 4th 1:06 left would knock in a layup to bring Golden State within three, 116-119. Warriors shot 50% from the field, scored 22 points off LA's 20 turnovers and fell to a 43-21 record.
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Friday March 4th, 2022: Cam Johnson's career best 36 points leads the Suns past the Knicks by a score of 115-114. This win now has the Suns averaging 113.8 in points per game and improved their home record to 24-5. Now Aaron Holiday late in the 1st would splash in a three point jumper to go up 23-21. Leaving just 2:02 to go. Then during the latter points of the 2nd quarter Ayton would hammer down the slam to put the Suns up 52-46. Suns shot 42% from the field, scored 7 points off the Knicks 5 turnovers and walked into halftime up 58-55. However, Aaron Holiday in the 3rd knocked down a mid range floater to bring the Suns within seven, 79-86. Now we are going to shift over to the 4th with over three to play and the Suns would tie this game up after Cam Johnson sunk in a contested three, 104-104. But in the end, Johnson would hit a buzzer beating three to give the Suns a 115-114 lead. Note that Randle's ejection sparked a Suns 14-point comeback by buckling down on defense and getting much better looks at the basket than they did back in the 3rd. Suns shot 50% from downtown, scored 18 total points off the Knicks 11 turnovers and moved up to a 52-12 record.
Burks missed a key free throw and the Knicks sustain a 114-115 loss to the Suns. This defeat dropped New York 13 games beneath 500 and are riding seven consecutive losses. Julius Randle with 3:39 to go in the 1st would throw down the slam and brought New York within a point, 19-20. Afterwards, Alec Burks with 57 seconds left in the 2nd would bury a three pointer to bring New York within one, 53-54. Knicks also were off to an 8-2 run at this point in time. Knicks shot 43% from the floor, were outscored 32-31 in the 2nd and entered the half down 55-58. Going into the latter parts of the 3rd quarter Alec Burks off a Robinson screen buried a three pointer and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 73-69. Ten points later Fournier would sink in a side step three to extend the lead to 83-74. Knicks outscored the Suns 38-23 to end the 3rd. Ultamately though, a Barrett three pointer late in the 4th would push their lead to 109-104 and quieted the crowd. Thereafter, Mitchell would secure a critical rebound off Barretts missed layup and utilized a putback layin to give the Knicks a 113-112 lead with 15 seconds. Knicks ended their night by shooting 44% from deep, totaled 22 team fouls and staggered down to a 25-38 record.
Burks missed a key free throw and the Knicks sustain a 114-115 loss to the Suns. This defeat dropped New York 13 games beneath 500 and are riding seven consecutive losses. Julius Randle with 3:39 to go in the 1st would throw down the slam and brought New York within a point, 19-20. Afterwards, Alec Burks with 57 seconds left in the 2nd would bury a three pointer to bring New York within one, 53-54. Knicks also were off to an 8-2 run at this point in time. Knicks shot 43% from the floor, were outscored 32-31 in the 2nd and entered the half down 55-58. Going into the latter parts of the 3rd quarter Alec Burks off a Robinson screen buried a three pointer and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 73-69. Ten points later Fournier would sink in a side step three to extend the lead to 83-74. Knicks outscored the Suns 38-23 to end the 3rd. Ultamately though, a Barrett three pointer late in the 4th would push their lead to 109-104 and quieted the crowd. Thereafter, Mitchell would secure a critical rebound off Barretts missed layup and utilized a putback layin to give the Knicks a 113-112 lead with 15 seconds. Knicks ended their night by shooting 44% from deep, totaled 22 team fouls and staggered down to a 25-38 record.
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Thursday, March 3rd 2022: Lakers have lost four striaght to the Clippers after a lopsided 111-132 loss. This defeat dropped the Lakers to five losses in a row and remain in 9th place in the West. During the 1st quarter, Stanley Johnson forced a steal off Morris before getting off to a fast break that ended with a nicley made layup, 29-23. Few possessions later Anthony with over a minute would hammer down a two handed slam from the baseline. 31-27. Lakers offensively were shooting 56% from the floor but allowed the Clippers to end the 1st on a 9-0 run. Then Russell Westbrook late in the 2nd took flight and knocked down a contested layup, while getting fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 54-66. Next, Reaves late in the 2nd tossed an alley oop pass to Monk who threw down a hard one handed slam with 15 ticks left, 63-66. Lakers in the 1st half rallied back from 17 points down by making quality shots from the floor and started playing solid defense. One issue that needed to be fixed was that they were struggling from deep. Lakers shot 33% from behind the arc and entered the locker rooms down 63-66. Come the 3rd quarter the Lakers trailed by 25 points until Anthony dropped in a mid range J and came within 23, 69-92. Lakers went five minutes without basket at this point in time. Lakers somehow coming out halftime couldn't make a shot and played slow sloppy defense. They simply came out looking lazy on both sides of the ball. Ultamately though, Westbrook late in the 4th knocked in a bouncing mid range J with the Lakers behind by 23, 100-123. Lakers shot 48% from the field, scored 27 points in transition and fell to a 27-35 record.
Jackson's season high 36 points leads the Clippers to a 132-111Victory, over the Lakers. Clippers remain in 8th place in the West and are riding five wins in a row. Now late in the 1st, Kennard off a Zubac assist would dial in a corner three and came within one, 30-31. Followed up with the Clippers then gaining a two point lead late in the 1st after Coffey buried a three pointer, 33-31. Clippers dominated from deep as they shot 75% and outscored the Lakers 36-31 to end the 1st. But Come the latter points of the 2nd quarter Williams would force a steal off Howard before finding Luke Kennard who buried a three point J, 61-48. Clippers in the the 1st half blew a big lead by going cold from all areas of the court and defensively allowed the Lakers to get on a 14-0 run. One positive to Clippers 1st half was that they did a good job at facilitating the ball around. Clips shot 60% from deep, 55% from the field and entered halftime up 66-63. However, the Clippers would catch a spark halfway through the 3rd quarter by getting off to a 16-0 run. After Zubac turned in a turning mid range hook from inside the paint and pushed his teams lead to 20, 85-65. Clippers had an offensive explosion coming out the half after outscoring LA 40-18. But in the end, Reggie Jackson's deep three with five to go would finalize the Lakers night and went up 123-98. Clips ended their night by 63% from deep, scored 24 points off the Lakers 14 turnovers and moved up to a 34-31 record.
Jackson's season high 36 points leads the Clippers to a 132-111Victory, over the Lakers. Clippers remain in 8th place in the West and are riding five wins in a row. Now late in the 1st, Kennard off a Zubac assist would dial in a corner three and came within one, 30-31. Followed up with the Clippers then gaining a two point lead late in the 1st after Coffey buried a three pointer, 33-31. Clippers dominated from deep as they shot 75% and outscored the Lakers 36-31 to end the 1st. But Come the latter points of the 2nd quarter Williams would force a steal off Howard before finding Luke Kennard who buried a three point J, 61-48. Clippers in the the 1st half blew a big lead by going cold from all areas of the court and defensively allowed the Lakers to get on a 14-0 run. One positive to Clippers 1st half was that they did a good job at facilitating the ball around. Clips shot 60% from deep, 55% from the field and entered halftime up 66-63. However, the Clippers would catch a spark halfway through the 3rd quarter by getting off to a 16-0 run. After Zubac turned in a turning mid range hook from inside the paint and pushed his teams lead to 20, 85-65. Clippers had an offensive explosion coming out the half after outscoring LA 40-18. But in the end, Reggie Jackson's deep three with five to go would finalize the Lakers night and went up 123-98. Clips ended their night by 63% from deep, scored 24 points off the Lakers 14 turnovers and moved up to a 34-31 record.
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Wednesday, March 2nd 2022: Knicks remain in 12th place in the East after getting dealt a tough 108-123 loss to the 76ers. This defeat bounced the Knicks losing streak to six in a row. Knicks in the 1st quarter jumped out to a three point lead after Randle sunk in a mid range jumper and got fouled in the process. In order to make this a three point play, 25-22. Knicks had a solid start to the 1st after playing good defense and Randle having 12 points on 5 of 8 shooting from the floor. Then late in the 2nd quarter RJ Barrett would spalsh in a mid range jumper from insdie the free throw line, 62-51. Knicks went 4 of 14 from deep, were outscored 30-29 in the 2nd and entered halfime leading 62-55. Thereafter, during the 3rd quarter Obi Toppin would dial in a three point jumper to bring the Kniicks within seven, 80-87. Knicks were outscored 38-19 to wrap up the 3rd quarter. Knicks after having a big lead in the 1st half started slowing down and from time to time went on mini cold streaks from ethier deep or from the floor. Eventually, going into the latter points of the 4th quarter RJ Barrett off a Randle asssist would hammer down the slam, 104-118. Handle and Barrett we're combined for 54 points, Knocks scored 12 points in transition as they fell to a 25-37 record.
The 76ers rallied from 16 points down to knock off the Knicks by a score of 123-108. This win propelled Philly to a 7-3 record through ten games and are atop of a four game win streak. Maxey with over 2 minutes to go in the 1st would sink in a mid range jumper from the top of the key, 25-30. Philly in the 1st quarter were having issues by turning the ball over four times and giving up easy rebounds. Along with getting outscored 33-21. Come the latter points of the 2nd quarter and James Harden would knock down three point J, 45-56. James Harden at this point in time had scored 11 of his first 17 points in the 1st half. Afterwards, Tobias Harris with seconds left in the 2nd would bury a contested layup, 55-62. Philly shot a solid 50% from the floor, 76% from the free throw line and slid into halftime facing a 55-62 deficit. Now to start the 3rd quarter Joel Embiid would bury a three pointer to bring Philly within one, 61-62. After that, late in the 3rd Maxey buried a step back three to push the 76ers lead to ten, 87-77. Sixers finally woke by playing lockdown defense and were shooting 8 of 11 from deep to end the 3rd. But in the end, Maxey during the 4th extneded the Sixers lead to 13 as he dropped in a dagger of three point J, 112-99. Sixers ended their night by shooting 52% from the field, outscored New York 30-27 in the 4th and improved to a 38-23 record.
The 76ers rallied from 16 points down to knock off the Knicks by a score of 123-108. This win propelled Philly to a 7-3 record through ten games and are atop of a four game win streak. Maxey with over 2 minutes to go in the 1st would sink in a mid range jumper from the top of the key, 25-30. Philly in the 1st quarter were having issues by turning the ball over four times and giving up easy rebounds. Along with getting outscored 33-21. Come the latter points of the 2nd quarter and James Harden would knock down three point J, 45-56. James Harden at this point in time had scored 11 of his first 17 points in the 1st half. Afterwards, Tobias Harris with seconds left in the 2nd would bury a contested layup, 55-62. Philly shot a solid 50% from the floor, 76% from the free throw line and slid into halftime facing a 55-62 deficit. Now to start the 3rd quarter Joel Embiid would bury a three pointer to bring Philly within one, 61-62. After that, late in the 3rd Maxey buried a step back three to push the 76ers lead to ten, 87-77. Sixers finally woke by playing lockdown defense and were shooting 8 of 11 from deep to end the 3rd. But in the end, Maxey during the 4th extneded the Sixers lead to 13 as he dropped in a dagger of three point J, 112-99. Sixers ended their night by shooting 52% from the field, outscored New York 30-27 in the 4th and improved to a 38-23 record.
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Tuesday, March 1st 2022: Lakers blew a six point lead in the 4th as they underwent a 104-109 loss to the Mavericks. This defeat keeps the Lakers in 9th place in the West and are riding three straight losses in a row. Now Dwight Howard in the 1st quarter hauled in a pass from Westbrook before dropping in a beauty of a one handed layup. Which bumped LA to a 25-22 three point advantage. Note that the Lakers missed their past five shots and were outscored 30-25 to end the 1st. Carmelo Anthony next would help LA pull within 19 points after knocking down a contested mid range jumper and got fouled in the process. In order to make this a three point play, 41-59. Towards the end of the 2nd with 1.8 to go Westbrook would bury a pull up three pointer, 56-71. Lakers were outscored 41-21 in the 2nd and entered the half down 56-71. However, LeBron James in the 3rd quarter got the crowd going as he buried a three point J to help LA tie this game at 78-78. Be aware that the Lakers started making stops defensively and stringing together consecutive baskets on offense to allow this comeback to happen. After trailing by 21. Including a James steal off Dinwiddie late in the 3rd that led to a Monk layup from the baseline and gave LA their first lead since 25-24, 82-80. But the Lakers late in the 4th found themselves down by 5 until Westbrook hammered in a hard two handed jam, 102-105. Lakers scored 17 fast break points, shot 45% from the field and dropped to a 27-34 record.
Doncic and Brunson were combined for 47 total points and it led the Mavericks to an impressive 109-104 Victory, over the Lakers. This win keeps Dallas in 5th place throughout the West and are 8-3 through 11. During the 1st quarter, Luka Doncic off a Dinwiddie missed three out of nowhere hammered down the putback one handed slam, 24-25. Spencer Dinwiddie then late in the 1st would knock down a layup to push the Mavs lead to 30-25. Mavs shot 54% from the field and were on an 8-0 to end the first 12 minutes. Afterwards, Dwight Powell halfway through the 2nd quarter would jam in a flying one handed slam and got fouled in the process. In order to make this a three point play, 52-36. Mavericks lead late in the 2nd continued to increase as Dorian Finney Smith hit a three ball, 71-53. Mavs shot 55% from the field, 38% from the floor and walked into halftime up 71-56. Now Spencer Dinwiddie in the 3rd quarter with 1:02 to go, would nail in a mid rage jumper to give the Mavs a brief 85-84 lead. Note that the Mavs blown lead was due to turning the ball over and were offensively shutdown by a frenzied LA defense. Also were outscored 31-14 to end the 3rd. Come the 4th quarter Dallas had made 5 shots in a row from the field and were off to a 9-0 run, following a Doncic baseline jumper, 103-100. Dallas eventually finalzed LA's night late in the 4th after Doncic launched in a mid range floater to move the Mavs lead to 107-102. Dallas outscored LA 24-17 in the 4th, defense forced 12 turnovers and moved up to a 37-25 record.
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INJURY UPDATE: Nurkic will miss the next four weeks of NBA action after suffering an injury to his foot. In other words, Nurkic is dealing with a plantar fasciitis in his foot. Keep in mind that Nurkic has been dealing with this foot injury for quiet a while now. Turkic so far this season is averaging 11.1 in rebounds per game and a 15.5 in points per game.
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Monday February 28th, 2022: Hornets get obliterated by the Bucks after sustaining a 106-130 loss. This defeat dropped the Hornets down to 10th place in the Eastern Conference and are three games beneath .500. During the 1st quarter, Kelly Oubre Jr would bury a three point jumper to give the Hornets a 23-19 lead. After that, LaMelo Ball would bury a three point J with 7 seconds left in the 1st Which tied this game at 32-32. Keep note that LaMelo Ball had 13 points on 5 of 7 shooting from the field to end the 1st. Charlotte then fell to a 20 point deficit late in the 2nd, follwoing a Kelly Oubre layup. Which made this bout 49-69. One issue for the Hornets in the 1st half, was that they couldn't defend Milwaukee from behind the arc. Including poor offensive shooting. Hornets shot 38% from the field, outscored 44-21 in the 2nd and slouched into halftime down 53-76. However, LaMelo Ball would bring Charlotte within 28 points in the 3rd quarter. As he jammed in a baseline jumper, 64-99. Note that Charlotte were outscored 32-23 to end the 3rd quarter. It's just unfortunate that things didn't get any better for the Hornets come the 4th quarter. But it didnt stop Oubre from tossing an alley oop pass to Kai Jones, who hammered down the one handed slam. As the team trailed 104-127. Hornets shot 35% from beyond the three point line, coughed the ball up eight total times and staggered down to a 30-33 record.
The Bucks handle the Hornets after securing a 130-106 Victory. This win moved the Bucks into 4th place in the East and bumped the Cavs down to 5th. Along with riding a two game win streak. Now Carter in the 1st quarter with 1:11 to go, would hit a catch and shoot corner three off a Holiday assist. Thus going up 28-25. Then during the 2nd quarter, Antetokounmpo would block Bridges layup attempt and in transition dished a pass to Holiday. Who sunk in a one handed layup, 46-37. Afterwards, a Bobby Portis corner three pointer would push the Bucks lead to 21 points. Leaving just 4:12 left in the 2nd. Bucks weren't just dominating from deep, but they were also a threat when it came to scoring in transition offense. Bucks shot 50% from the floor, scored 15 points in transition and enterd halftime up 76-53. Going into the 3rd quarter with 7:30 left, Antetokounmpo would drive the lane for a nicley made one handed layup and got fouled in the process. In order to make this a three point play, 96-64. But in the end, the Bucks dagger would come late in the 4th quarter. Thanks to a Winnington layup, 121-94. Bucks turned the ball over 13 times, shot 44% from the floor and moved up to a 37-25 record. One negative to the Bucks game was that they slowed down at times, which allowed Charlotte to shrink the lead before eventually sparking mini runs to pull away.
The Bucks handle the Hornets after securing a 130-106 Victory. This win moved the Bucks into 4th place in the East and bumped the Cavs down to 5th. Along with riding a two game win streak. Now Carter in the 1st quarter with 1:11 to go, would hit a catch and shoot corner three off a Holiday assist. Thus going up 28-25. Then during the 2nd quarter, Antetokounmpo would block Bridges layup attempt and in transition dished a pass to Holiday. Who sunk in a one handed layup, 46-37. Afterwards, a Bobby Portis corner three pointer would push the Bucks lead to 21 points. Leaving just 4:12 left in the 2nd. Bucks weren't just dominating from deep, but they were also a threat when it came to scoring in transition offense. Bucks shot 50% from the floor, scored 15 points in transition and enterd halftime up 76-53. Going into the 3rd quarter with 7:30 left, Antetokounmpo would drive the lane for a nicley made one handed layup and got fouled in the process. In order to make this a three point play, 96-64. But in the end, the Bucks dagger would come late in the 4th quarter. Thanks to a Winnington layup, 121-94. Bucks turned the ball over 13 times, shot 44% from the floor and moved up to a 37-25 record. One negative to the Bucks game was that they slowed down at times, which allowed Charlotte to shrink the lead before eventually sparking mini runs to pull away.
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Sunday February 27th, 2022: Curry held to two 4th quarter points, the Warriors get upset by the Mavericks after suffering a disappointing 101-107 loss. This defeat keeps the Warriors in 2nd place throughout the West. Along with dropping down to a 26-7 home record. The Warriors were catching fire halfway through the 1st quarter. After Kuminga hammered down the jam, 32-16. Now late in the 2nd quarter, Steph Curry would utilize a back door cut before sinking in a mid range floater. While receiving the assist from Wiggins, 54-46. Be aware that the Warriors through two quarters, held Doncic to 12 1st half points and forced 11 total turnovers. Warriors shot 51% from floor, 33% from deep and entered the half up 60-48. Eventually, the Warriors lead towards the end of the 3rd quarter, would continue to grow. As Curry launched in a contested three pointer with the shot clock expiring. Thus pushing their big lead to 21 points, 73-52. However, the Warriors would see their lead evaporate midway through the 4th quarter. But it didnt stop Wiggins from downing a euro step layup, 96-100. Note that by this point in time the Warriors had gone six minutes without a basket. Couple plays later, Steph Curry off an Otto Porter assist would bury a much needed three pointer, 101-104. Warriors coughed the basketball up 10 times, shot 28% from behind the arc and stumbled down to a 43-18 record.
The Mavericks rallied back late to knock off the Warriors by a score of 107-101. This Victoey moved the Mavs to theor 36th won lf the season and are 7-3 through ten. Now Davis Bertans with over two minutes to go in the 1st quarter, would drop in a corner three and came within 12, 22-34. Be aware that the Mavs turned the ball over six times to end the first 12 minutes of action.Then during midway point of the 2nd quarter, Dallas would force a Warriors timeout. As Dorian Finney Smith buried a three point jumper, 41-50. Keep note that defensively, the Mavs allowed buckets and gave up 60 points through two quarters of play. Along with Doncic setting his teammates up with great passes. But couldn't knock down the shots. Dallas shot 43% from the field, outscored the Warriors 24-23 in the 2nd and walked into the half down 48-60. Next, Luka Doncic would splash in a three pointer off a Kleber assist with over four minutes remaining in the 3rd. But were still behind 64-79. But during the 4th quarter, Dorian Finney Smith would knock down a putback layin off his missed shot attempt. In order for the Mavericks to gain their first lead all game. And were off to a 23-1 run as well, 95-94. Including Dallas adding the dagger in the 4th quarter, as Doncic drove the lane to turn in a one handed layup, 102-98. Mavs outscored the Warriors 33-13 in the 4th, shot a solid 50% from the field and got propelled to a 36-25 record.
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Friday February 25th, 2022: LeBron James misses late three with 2 seconds and the Lakers suffered a 102-105 loss to the Clippers. Keep note that towards the end of the gane the refs would call Covington out of bounds before overturning their call. As it took seven full minutes to look on if James foot was on the line before the ball was out of his hands. Now in the 1st quarter, the Lakers would jump out to a 20-19 one point lead after Reaves dialed in a reverse layin. It's just unfortunate that the Lakers went 0 of 10 from deep to wrap up the 1st. Then come the early parts of the 2nd quarter, LeBron James from the corner buried a three pointer 25-28. This would be the Lakers first made three of the game as they snapped eleven straight misses. Moments later, Anthony's three pointer late in the 2nd would bring the Lakers within 11, 45-56. Leaving just 33 ticks left. Lakers shot 18% from downtown, scored four fast break points and entered halftime down 47-57. But then the Lakers midway through the 3rd, started to make a push and even snagged their first lead since the 3:15 mark of the 1st. Thanks to Horton Tucker hitting a three point jumper, 72-70. Also keep note that the Lakers comeback was sparked off Reaves hustle defense when guarding Jackson back in the 1st half. Next, Russell Westbrook's late layup in the 4th would briefly put the Lakers up 100-95. But quickly lost this lead down the stretch. Lakers scored 19 points off the Clippers 15 turnovers, earned 13 fast break points and moved down to a 27-32 record.
Clippers 2-0 when versing the Lakers this season after picking up a big 105-102 win. This Victory keeps the Clippers in 8th place in the West and are back up to .500. During the late stages of the 1st quarter, Luke Kennard's three pointer off a Reggie Jackson assist would give the Clippers a 22-20 lead. Clippers were also off to an 8-2 run at this point in time. Be aware that Clippers went on a 10-2 run to close the 1st quarter and outscored the Lakers 24-20. Afterwards, the Clippers late in the 2nd quarter jumped out to a 14 point lead with over a minute to go. Following a Luke Kennard three point J, 56-42. Clippers shot a solid 51% from the floor, scored five points off the Lakers seven turnovers and walked into halftime leading 57-47. Now towards the end of the 3rd quarter, the Clippers would extend their lead to six after a Reggie Jackson three ball, 70-66. Clips were outscored 31-15 to end te 3rd unfortunately. However, the Clippers with 33 seconds left in 4th quarter would snag a critical one point lead. As Marcus Morris downed a fading mid range J, 102-101. Clips managed to outscore the Lakers 33-24 in the 4th, picked up eight fast break points and moved up to a 31-31 win/loss record.
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INJURY UPDATE: Chris Paul will miss the next 6 to 8 weeks of NBA action after sustaining a thumb injury during a 124-121 win against the Rockets. Now Chris Paul's injury occurred 2nd half after bumping his thumb against Tate while trying to complete a pass to another teammate of his. Despite his injury. Chris Paul this season is averaging 14.9 in points per game, 10.7 in assists and is shooting 48% from the field.
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Thursday February 24th, 2022: Warriors racked in 36 assists on 45 made shots and routed the Trail Blazers by a adore of 132-95. This win has the 2nd place Warriors trailing 6.5 games back from the leading Suns. Along with snapping two striaght losses in a row. Warriors would come within two points with 25 seconds left in the 1st quarter, following a Thompson three pointer. 30-32. Although, the Warriors lead started to grow increasingly after Steph Curry buried a three ball, 55-38. Warriors scored 70+ points in the 1st half, shot a solid 50% from the field and entered the half up 70-57. Now going into the midway point of the 3rd quarter, the Warriors lead would bounce up to 25 points after Looney hammered down the slam, 81-62. But in the end, the Warriors 4th quarter dagger would come late after Moody launched in a game sealing three pointer and went up 124-91. Warriors recorded 56 points in the paint, shot 51% from the floor and moved their win/loss record to 43-17.
Ninteen total turnovers led the Trail Blazers to a dreadful 95-132 loss to the Warriors. This defeat dropped the Blazers ten games beneath .500 and had their four game win streak snapped. During the 1st quarter, the Trail Blazers would jump out to an eight point lead after Elleby knocked in a driving one handed layup, 22-14. This basket was setup on Elleby forcing a steal off Kuminga's bad pass. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter, Portland would pull within a 15 point deficit after Winslow dialed in a three point J. Which made this bout 53-68. Trail Blazers knocked down 43% shooting from the floor, were outrebounded 23-30 and walked into halftime down 57-70. Afterwards, Josh Hart late in the 3rd quarter forced a steal off Curry's bad pass and in transition knocked down a driving layin. But Portland still trailed 67-84. Blazers were outscored to end the 3rd quarter. Despite this game already being over midway through the 4th, Portland still fought till the end as Simons knocked in contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 80-111. Blazers scored 34 points in the paint, shot 25% from downtown and fell to a 25-35 win/loss record. Note that a few issues for the Blazers in last night's loss was that they couldnt defend, couldn't score and most importantly turned the ball over a ton. Along with getting outscored in the paint.
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INJURY UPDATE: The Lakers once again will be without Anthony Davis as he'll miss the next two weeks to an ankle sprain. Unfortunately for Davis his injury came during the 1st quarter after going up for a rebound before landing on another player's foot while coming down and instantly tumbled to the ground while clutching at his ankle and was screaming in pain. Moments later and Davis had to be carted off the court. Keep in mind that Davis has been on and off with a variety of injuries that usually keep him out for weeks at a time. Don't forget that this past season Davis had missed 30 plus games with a high ankle sprain.
INJURY UPDATE: Marcus Smart will be missing some time after suffering a sprained right knee during a 135-87 win, over the 76ers. Now Marcus Smart's injury occurred late in the 2nd half as he was driving the lane before bumping knees with another player and instantly started thriving in pain while clutching. Moments later and Smart would go 1 for 2 from the free throw line before going back to the locker rooms. Marcus Smart this season has been averaging 11.7 in points per game, 5.3 in assists per game and was shooting 41% from the field.
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Thursday February 17th, 2022: Embiid's double double leads the 76ers to a 123-120 Victory when going against the Bucks. This win moved Philly into 3rd place in the East while avoiding back to back losses in a row. Now the Sixers late in the 1st quarter would jump out to a 20-19 lead after Embiid in transition hammered in a two handed slam. Unfortunately Philly sealed the 1st quarter by missing their last five shots in a row. Afterwards, Philly in the 2nd quarter kept themselves in this matchup by snagging a 62-59 three point advantage after Niang knocked down a three point J. Sixers racked in 28 points in the paint, earned five second chance points and walked into the half up 69-62. Although, Philadelphia during the mid stages of the 3rd quarter would increase their lead to 83-70 once Joel Embiid knocked in a mid range J. After this George Niang would splash in turning mid range hook from inside the paint with 32 ticks left, thus going up 101-92. Eventually, it wouldn't be until the late stages of the 4th that Philly would go ahead by one after Embiid sunk in a fading mid range jumper to secure a 117-116 lead. 76ers shot 50% from the field, turned in 21 team assists and improved to a 35-23 win/loss record.
Khris Middleton misses key three with 2 seconds left and the Bucks sustained a 120-123 loss to the Sixers. This defeat dropped the Bucks down to 5th place in the East and fell to their 24th loss on the year. For the Bucks they'd come within three towards the closing minutes of the 1st quarter as Antetokounmpo got past his defender and jammed in a one handed slam in double coverage, 21-24. Keep in mind the Bucks ended the 1st on an 8-0 run. Then the Bucks lead with over five minutes left in the 2nd quarter would extend to ten and got off to a 17-6 run after Bobby Portis knocked down a mid range jumper from the top of the key, 51-41.Bucks secured 20 points in the paint, shot 33% from downtown and entered halftime down 62-69. However, the Bucks around the 7:16 mark of the 3rd quarter would chip into Philly's 13-point lead and got off to a 10-2 run, following a Middleton three ball 76-83. Bucks through three quarters were shooting 36% from deep with 3 fast break points. Now we are going to shift over to the later parts of the 4th where Antetokounpo dialed in a much needed three pointer to give his team a brief 116-112 lead. Be aware that after gaining this lead the Bucks would allow Philly to go on a late 9-0 run. Bucks outscored Philly. 27-23 in the 4th, ended their night with 13 total fast break points and staggered down to a 36-24 record.
Thursday February 17th, 2022: Embiid's double double leads the 76ers to a 123-120 Victory when going against the Bucks. This win moved Philly into 3rd place in the East while avoiding back to back losses in a row. Now the Sixers late in the 1st quarter would jump out to a 20-19 lead after Embiid in transition hammered in a two handed slam. Unfortunately Philly sealed the 1st quarter by missing their last five shots in a row. Afterwards, Philly in the 2nd quarter kept themselves in this matchup by snagging a 62-59 three point advantage after Niang knocked down a three point J. Sixers racked in 28 points in the paint, earned five second chance points and walked into the half up 69-62. Although, Philadelphia during the mid stages of the 3rd quarter would increase their lead to 83-70 once Joel Embiid knocked in a mid range J. After this George Niang would splash in turning mid range hook from inside the paint with 32 ticks left, thus going up 101-92. Eventually, it wouldn't be until the late stages of the 4th that Philly would go ahead by one after Embiid sunk in a fading mid range jumper to secure a 117-116 lead. 76ers shot 50% from the field, turned in 21 team assists and improved to a 35-23 win/loss record.
Khris Middleton misses key three with 2 seconds left and the Bucks sustained a 120-123 loss to the Sixers. This defeat dropped the Bucks down to 5th place in the East and fell to their 24th loss on the year. For the Bucks they'd come within three towards the closing minutes of the 1st quarter as Antetokounmpo got past his defender and jammed in a one handed slam in double coverage, 21-24. Keep in mind the Bucks ended the 1st on an 8-0 run. Then the Bucks lead with over five minutes left in the 2nd quarter would extend to ten and got off to a 17-6 run after Bobby Portis knocked down a mid range jumper from the top of the key, 51-41.Bucks secured 20 points in the paint, shot 33% from downtown and entered halftime down 62-69. However, the Bucks around the 7:16 mark of the 3rd quarter would chip into Philly's 13-point lead and got off to a 10-2 run, following a Middleton three ball 76-83. Bucks through three quarters were shooting 36% from deep with 3 fast break points. Now we are going to shift over to the later parts of the 4th where Antetokounpo dialed in a much needed three pointer to give his team a brief 116-112 lead. Be aware that after gaining this lead the Bucks would allow Philly to go on a late 9-0 run. Bucks outscored Philly. 27-23 in the 4th, ended their night with 13 total fast break points and staggered down to a 36-24 record.
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Wednesday February 16th, 2022: Knicks for a third time gave up a 20 plus point lead after enduring a 106-111 loss to the Nets. One main issue for the Knicks during this loss was that fact that they cooled down from behind the arc as they started 13 of 25 in the 1st half and ended 3 of 16 in the 2nd. Now the Knicks were teeing off on the Nets midway through the 1st quarter after Evan Fournier got around a Julius Randle screen and buried a three point J to up 31-14. Keep note that the Knicks ended the first 12 minutes by shooting 68% from the floor and 72% from deep. Afterwards, the Knicks lead would continue to stack up late in the 2nd quarter once Julius Randle drilled in a wide open three pointer to go up by 22, 62-40. Knicks 57% from field, outscored Brooklyn 27-26 in the 2nd and entered the half up 65-44. Next, New York during the latter points of the 3rd quarter were trying to slow down the Nets surge as Quickley knocked down a step back three pointer, thus going up 80-68. Eventually the Knicks toward the closing minutes of the 4th would go ahead by two as Randle jammed in a driving layin to secure a 101-99 lead. It's just unfortunate that Quickley with 30 ticks left would miss a wide open game tying three and this bout stayed a Nets 106-103 lead. Knicks were outscored 38-19 in the 4th, losing streak bounced up two in a row and they staggered to a 25-34 record.
Cam Thomas hangs in 21 points to send the Nets past the Knicks by a score of 111-106. This Victory moves Brooklyn to a 21-12 record when versing the East and picked up their 31st win of the season. Things weren't looking so hot for the Nets during quarter number 1 as they trailed by 13 points after Aldridge sunk in a nicley made layup, 18-31. Nets couldn't defend the perimeter and were outscored 31-18 to end the 1st. Then a few bad shot selections late in the 2nd by New York would allow the Nets to start chipping away at a big lead thanks Griffin knocking in a mid range hook, 44-62. Nets shot a poor 21% from deep, scored 0 fast break points to the Knicks 19 and slouched into halftime down 44-65. Thereafter, the surging Nets late in the 3rd were able to come within a nine point deficit after Patty Mills dialed in a three point J, 71-80. However, come the 4th quarter the Nets would rally themselves to a 99-97 lead once Cam Thomas buried a mid range jumper. This also happen to be Brooklyn's first lead of the game as well. But in the end, Cam Thomas would BURY a game sealing step back three to extend his teams lead to 109-103. Nets rallied from 28 points down, win streak reached two in a row and they improved to a 31-27 record.
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Tuesday February 15th, 2022: The wins keep on coming after the Suns staved off the Clippers by picking up a 103-96 Victory. This win improved Phoenix to a 25-5 home record while riding a 6-Game win streak. Devin Booker with 1:02 to go in the 1st quarter would bring Phoenix within four points after burying a mid range jumper, 20-24. This basket was setup on Booker forcing a steal off Kennard's bad pass that would lead to fast break points. Afterwards, the Suns lead would get pushed to six after Chris Paul hut a mid range jumper to go up 51-45. Suns shot 80% from the free throw line, scored six points off the Clippers six turnovers and walked into halftime leading 53-47. After that, the Suns during quarter number 3 got off to a 10-0 run thanks to Devin Booker splashing in a pull up three pointer in order to go up 74-68. However, a Crowder steal off Kennard's bad pass with over 4 minutes to go in the 4th would lead to Chris Paul tossing an alley oop pass to Booker who threw down the two handed jam, 97-92. But in the end, with 39 seconds left Bridges would knock in a game clinching corner three off a Chris Paul assist, thus going up 102-95. Keep note that this basket doesn't happen unless Crowder forces an interception off Jackson's bad pass. Booker secured a 26 point performance on 11 of 19 shooting from the field, earned 30 team assists to the Clippers 26 and got bumped up to a 47-10 win/loss record.
Clippers were held beneath the 100 point mark as they endured a 96-103 loss to the Suns. This defeat dropped the Clippers two games below .500 and had their two game win streak snapped. Now the Clippers would jump out to a 21-14 seven point advantage after Batum hit a three point jumper. Thereafter, the Clippers during the 2nd quarter with over a minute remaining would come within four once Marcus Morris buried a contested spinning three point jumper, 45-49. Clippers shot 40% from the field, defense forced seven takeaways and entered the half down 47-53.Then the Clippers during the late stages of the 3rd quarter would come within eleven points as a Hartenstein blocked shot on Payton would lead to Civington turning in a reverse one handed layin to make this bout 70-81. It's just unfortunate that LA ended the 3rd by shooting a poor 27% from deep to the Suns 50% and were outscored 28-25. Although, during the 4th quarter Marcus Morris Sr would help the Clippers remain close as they came within two after receiving a pass from Zubac and hitting a three ball but trailed 95-97. Clippers ended their night by shooting 41% from the floor, scored 15 fast break points to the Suns 19 and fell to a 29-31 record.
BREAKING: The Nets have gone ahead to trade away James Harden to the 76ers for Ben Simmons, Andre Drummond and Seth Curry. Now as we all know James Harden through and through has been okay if you will, with the idea of being traded as he is averaging 22.5 in points per game while shooting 41% from the field. Keep in mind that the Nets also have Drummond who is a rebounding machine and you got Seth Curry who can knock down shots from anywhere on the floor. On the other hand the Nets have Ben Simmons who has not played one game all season long due to dealing with mental issues but can be a force when he's balling. Simmons career numbers are very solid as he's averaging 15.6 in points per game, 8.1 in rebounds per game and a 7.7 in assists. Along with shooting a 56% from the floor. One more thing I'd like to add to is that all these pieces that were added to Brooklyn will be good in the long run to surround/help themselves around guys like Kyrie and K.D.
INJURY UPDATE: The Milwaukee Bucks were hit hard after hearing they'll loose Pat Connaughton for four to a broken hand during a 107-131 loss to the Suns. Now Pat Connaughton's injury occurred during the 4th quarter where he tried swiping the ball away from Chris Paul and ended up jamming his hand on the ball. Moments after the injury happen he was seen quickly jogging back to the locker rooms.
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Bulls trail the 1st place Heat by half a game in the Eastern Conference by knocking off the Spurs 120-109. This win keeps the Bulls in 2nd place throughout the East and are rising four consecutive victories in a row. Now Colby White off his teammates screen would bury a wide open three point jumper to go up 21-13 in the 1st. Then come the 2nd quarter and the Bulls would snag a brief 46-45 lead after DeMar DeRozan posterized Poeltl by hammering in a hard one handed slam. Chicago earned 11 team assists, DeRozan and Vucevic each had 15 1st half points while going into the half up 59-57. However, the Bulls late in the 3rd were able to tie this game up at 81-81 following a Vucevic turning mid rnage J. Keep note that the Bulls were outscored in the 3rd 32-24. Although, the Bulls 4th quarter lead would get pushed to six with 1:53 left as Vucevic piled in a right handed layup which made this bout 114-108. Including a Colby White dagger of a three pointer with 48 ticks off a DeRozan assist, 118-108. Bulls ended their night shooting 52% from the floor, DeRozan dropped 40 points(scored 30 or more in 7 straight games) and improved to 37-21 record.
The Spurs went toe to toe with the Bulls before eventually falling to a 109-120 loss. This defeat denied the Spurs of their 23rd win of the year and are 4-6 through their last ten games. The Spurs with over a minute remaining in the 1st quarter would come within 6 after Lonnie Walker knocked in a mid range jumper, 23-27. Thereafter, Murray with exactly four minutes to go in the 2nd would get the rim for a well timed layup in order to tie this gane at 51-51. McDermott turned in 14 1st half points, scored six points off the Bulls five turnovers and entered halftime trailing 57-59. Eventually, the Spurs lead during quarter number 3 would get pushed to 74-69 as Poeltl dialed in a running layup. Keep in mind that the Spurs were dominating down low as they scored 42 points in the paint to the Bulls 30 at this point in time. Lonnie Walker was also doing his thing as he scored nine 3rd quarter points. Afterwards, Poeltl late in the 4th sunk in a mid range floater to bring the Spurs within two, 108-110. After this....the Bulls offensively would pull away. Spurs secured 70 points in the paint to Chicago's 52, turned in 30% shooting from deep and staggered down to a 22-36 win/loss record.
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Sunday February 13th, 2022: The Boston Celtics hold off the Atlanta Hawks after securing a 105-95 ten point Victory. This win moved the Celtics into 6th place in the Eastern Conference and bumped the Raptors down to 7th. Inckuding 8 consecutive wins in a row. For the Celtics in the 1st they'd come within six following a Marcus Smart finger roll layin off a Derrick White assists, 13-19. Celtics went 0 of 6 from deep while getting outscored 17-28 to end the first 12 minutes. Thereafter, during the latter points of the 2nd quarter Boston with 20 ticks left came within ten after White tossed an alley oop pass to Williams who hammered in the one handed slam, 45-55. Boston in the 1st half struggled from deep by shooting 20%, earned eight fast break points to the Hawks five and stepped foot into halftime traling 45-55. But come the 3rd quarter with over two minutes remaining the Celtics would get the crowd into and forced a Hawks timeout, following a Jayson Tatum three pointer, 78-71. Boston outscored the Hawks 42-23 and racked in 15 fast break points including. But in the end, Marcus Smart's fading mid range jumper late in the 4th with prove to be a game clincher, 101-91. Celtics shot 42%from the field, scored 18 fast break points in total and improved to a 33-25 record.
Hawks can't hold on to a late lead as they sustained a difficult 95-105 loss to the Celtics. This defeat dropped Atlanta to a 15-18 record when versing the East in 2022 while riding two straight losses in a row. Now Atlanta with over three minutes to go in the 1st quarter would gain a nine point cushion after a Hunter three point jumper to go up 22-13. Hawks then jumped out to a 55-41 advantage in the 2nd as Trae Young hit a long three point jumper over Robert Williams. Hawks shot 37% from the field, were outscored 28-27 in the 2nd and walked into halftime up 55-45. However, during the 3rd quarter the Hawks were now fighting from behind after leading by ten at the half after a Okongwu turning mid range jumper and came within five, 75-80. Keep note that the Hawks struggled in the 3rd quarter as they shot just 37% from deep and 39% from the floor while having trouble defensively trying to stop Boston in transition. Then during quarter number 4 with 1:55 left you'd spot Trae Young dialing in a beauty if a finger roll layin to make this contest 89-97. Hawks ended their night by shooting 12 of 38 from deep, scored 11 points off the Celtics 12 turnovers and fell to a 26-30 record.
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Saturday February 12th, 2022: Klay Thompson's 33 points leads the Warriors past the Lakers by a score of 117-115. This Victory improves Golden State to 9-2 through their past eleven played games while snapping their 2-Game losing streak. Warriors were off to hot start towards the end of the 1st quarter after Steph Curry jammed in a contested mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 26-18. Next, Jonathan Kuminga midway through the 2nd quarter then gave the Warriors a seven point cushion after hitting a beauty of a layup, 57-50. Warriors shot a solid 51% from the floor, were outscored 33-36 in the 2nd and entered halftime up 65-62. Although, the Warriors at some point would lose their 15 point lead until being able to regain it back off a Poole three, thus going up 91-88 with over a minute left in the 3rd. However, off a Wiggins assist Klay Thompson would splash in a much needed three pointer to tie this game at 109-109 with just 3:01 left in the 4th. Including a Curry finger roll layin to finalize LA's night, 117-114. Warriors ended their night officially shooting a 73% from the free throw line, scored 12 points off the Lakers 8 turnovers and moved up to a 42-15 win/loss record.
LeBron James knocked in a double double but the Lakers sustained a difficult 115-117 defeat to the Warriors. This loss dropped the Lakers to a 14-19 record when versing the Western Conference and are riding four straight losses in a row. Now the Lakers with over a minute left in the 1st quarter were able to come within six as Talen Horton Tucker knocked in a mid range J, 20-26. Then Anthony Davis late in the 2nd would get the Lakers within six after knocking in a nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 46-51. Followed up with Bradley dialing a three ball with 2 seconds left in the 1st half, 62-65. Lakers were dominating behind the line as they shot 63% from downtown, were outrebounded 23-30 and stormed into the half down 62-65. Ultamately, during the 3rd the Lakers were able to keep this game close and secured their first lead since 7-5, following a Bradley three pointer to make this bout 88-87. Now shifting over to the mid stages of the 4th quarter and Reaves would give LA a six point advantage after sinking in a blow by layup, 103-98. It's just unfortunate that LeBron James missed one critical shot from the free throw line before making his final two, 115-117. LA shot 11 of 27 from deep, LeBron James turned in 26 points and 15 boards yet they slipped down to a 26-33 win/loss record.
The Boston Celtics on Friday night knocked off the Nuggets by a score of 108-102. This win propelled Boston to a 7-Game win streak and remain in 6th place throughout the East. Now the Celtics with over 3 minutes to go in the 1st quarter would come within six points thanks to Derrck White tossing an alley oop pass to Brown who threw down the slam, 20-26. Afterwards, Jaylen Brown with 2:34 left in the 2nd would knock down a beauty of a layup to help Boston come inside seven, 48-55. Celtics were outscored 21-28 in the 2nd and entered halftime down 51-60. But come the 3rd quarter Marcus Smart would put Boston ahead by two after sinking in amid range J, thus going up 74-72. However, this game started to heat up during the 4th quarter after Boston would snag a 97-96 lead thanks to Brown tossing an alley oop pass to Williams who hammered in the jam. Few plays later and Boston would add the dagger by Derrick White dialing in a game clinching layup, 100-97. Celtics scored 22 points off the Nuggets 21 turnovers, shot 39% from the field and improved to a 32-25 record.
Jokics's triple double wasn't enough as the Nuggets suffered a 102-108 loss to the Celtics. Nuggets remain in 6th place in the West and are off to a 3-Game losing streak. The Nuggets around the 3:18 mark of the 1st quarter would snag a 28-20 eight point advantage, following Aaron Gordon hitting a mid range jumper off a Barton assist. Then during the closing minutes of the 2nd quarter you'd spot Bones Hyland burying a mid range jumper and pushed their lead to 55-46. Nuggets shot 53% from the field, Barton earned 10 points on 4 of 4 shooting from the field and entered halftime up 60-51. Now we are going to shift on over to the 3rd quarter where Denver would extend their lead to five as Jokic knocked in a hard slam, 65-60. Nuggets were outscored 25-19 to end the first three quarters of play. Thereafter, during quarter number 4 the Nuggets would knot this game up at 95-95 once Jokic drained in three pointer. Keep in mind that the Nuggets originally had a seven point lead with over nine minutes to go in the 4th. Eventually, Nikola Jokic would make his presence felt yet again after launching in a mid range hook but trailed 99-104. Nuggets shot a low 25% from deep, scored 12 fast break points and fell to a 30-25 win/loss record.
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BREAKING: The Washington Wizards got themselves a skilled shooter and rebounder in Kristaps Porzingis by trading away Davis Bertans to the Mavericks. Now Wizards did a solid job by adding in Porzingus a guy who can shoot three's be a threat when inside the paint and scores 19 or more points each game. Including his ability to rebound. Porzingis this season is averaging 19.2 in points per game, 7.7 in rebounding and is shooting 45% from the field. One thing to keep in mind is that the Wizards are 22nd in the NBA in points as they are averaging just 106.6 per game and are also 20th when averaging 44.1 in rebounds per game.
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INJURY UPDATE: The Washington Wizards will now be losing Bradley Beal to surgery on his left wrist which will end his 2021-2022 NBA season. Now Bradley Beal's injury occurred when he was driving towards the rim for layup but ended up falling wrist first on the floor during a defeat to the Grizzlies. Bradley Beal this season is averaging 23.2 in points per game while shooting 45% from the field.
BREAKING: The Sacramento Kings went along to trade away Marvin Bagley to the Pistons and picked up Donte DiVincenzo from Milwaukee in return. This is a big move as DiVincenzo can make shots even when struggling and does a good job finding the open player in the assist department. Let's also include that DiVincenzo will bringing in his defensive stature to the table. After all Divincenzo as of right now is leading the NBA with 107.4 rating when playing on the defensive end of things. One thing I should add is that Donte DiVincenzo hasn't been the best player to rely on when it comes to offense as he's averaging just 7.2 in points while shooting a low 33% from the field.
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Thursday February 10th,2022: Connaughton breaks his hand, Milwaukee Bucks get torn into, following a difficult 107-131 loss to the Suns. This defeat dropped the Bucks down to 4th place in the East and had their 4 game win streak snapped. Jrue Holiday and Portis each turned in a 21 point performance. Along with Antetokounmpo scoring 18 points on 5 of 14 shooting from the field. Wesley Matthew's late in the 1st quarter hauled in a pass from Antetokounmpo before knocking in a corner three pointer, thus gaining a 28-27 lead. Keep in mind before this basket Wesley Matthew's from behind the arc had gone just 1 of 15 over his past 6 games. Then Jrue Holiday with 3:17 left in the 2nd quarter would hit a step back three point jumper to tie this matchup at 52-52. Bucks were outscored 33-22 in the 2nd, shot 47%from the field to the Suns 53% and entered halftime trailing 56-64. Afterwards, during the 3rd quarter of play you'd catch Antetokounmpo dishing a pass to Winnington who knocked down a corner three but were behind 77-91. Keep note that this basket happens moments after Antetokounmpo blocked a Devin Booker shot attempt. Now shifting towards the closing points of the 4th quarter where Thiannias Antetokounmpo brought the Bucks within 18 after sinking in a reverse layin, 100-118. Defense forced 8 Suns turnovers, shot 26% from deep and fell to a 35-22 record.
The Suns during this NBA Finals rematch of last year routed the Bucks 129-103. This win keeps the Suns atop the Western Conference and are riding 4 striaght wins in a row. Ayton tossed in 27 points and 7 boards on 12 of 14 shooting from the floor. Including Cam Johnson coming off the bench to spot in 15 points and 8 rebounds while shooting 6 of 8 from the floor. Now Devin Booker during the 1st quarter got the crowd going after splashing in a contested three point jumper to go up 20-18.Thereafter, during the 2nd quarter Jae Crowder off a Chris Paul assist would bury a three pointer of his own to extend the Suns lead to 7, 61-54. Suns shot a low 18% from downtown, Ayton jammed in 15 1st half points and entered halftime with a 64-56 lead. However, Phenoix's lead during the 3rd quarter would continue to increase after Ayton backed his way into the rim so he could secure a reverse layin, 74-61. Moments later and Cam Johnson would dash his way to the basket before throwing down a methodical one handed slam, 97-77. Leaving just 4 seconds left in the 3rd. But in the end, the Suns dagger would late in the 4th off a Jae Crowder three pointer, 121-103. Suns scored 22 ppints off the Bucks 14 turnovers, shot 56% from the floor and improved to a leagues best 45-10 record.
BREAKING: The Boston Celtics have officially traded away Josh Richardson and Langford to the Spurs and in return they received Derrick White. Keep note that the Celtics are getting a guy who can spread the wealth and knock down shots at a high percentage. Derrick White thus far this season has averaged 14.4 in points per game, 5.6 in assists per game and is shooting 42% from the field.
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Wednesday February 9th, 2022: The Chicago Bulls completely manhandled the Charlotte Hornets after earning a 121-109 Victory. This win keeps the Bulls in 3rd place in the East while snapping a two game skid. DeRozan jammed in 36 points and 5 boards on 13 of 19 shootimg from the floor. Along with LaVine adding in 27 points and 7 rebounds while shooting 8 of 18 from the floor. Bulls towards the end of the 1st quarter got off to a 9-0 run, following a LaVine corner three pointer, thus gaining a 21-20 lead. Bulls ended the 1st by shooting 55% from the field and were outscored 29-28. Bulls then during latter stages of the 2nd got off to a 19-2 run after DeMar DeRozan dialed in a three ball to stretch the lead to 56-43. This also happen to be Derozan's second made three in a row. DeRozan scored 11 of first 18 points, Chicago shot 56% from the field and entered halftime up 58-45. But come the 3rd quarter and Zach LaVine in transition off a Oubre missed shot attempt would knock down a nicley made layup to push Chicago's lead to 70-56. Although, during the 4th quarter the Bulls pouncing over Charlotte would continue after Troy Brown buried a dagger of a corner three pointer, 116-102. DeMar has scored 30 or more for a fourth straight game, earned 44 points in the paint and moved up to a 34-21 win/loss record.
Bridges and Ball were combined for 55 total points but the Hornets sustained a tough 109-121 blowout loss to the Bulls. Hornets remain standing in 2nd place throughout the Southeast Division and extended their five game losing streak to six. LaMelo Ball dropped 33 points and 9 rebounds on 5 of 10 shooting from downtown. Including Bridges scoring 22 points and 5 assists while shooting 7 of 16 from the field. Now Miles Bridges late in the 1st quarter would throw down a nasty one handed slam to give Charlotte a 26-25 lead. Leaving just 1:25 to go. Hornets defensively had a solid first 12 minutes after forcing five Chicago turnovers. Eventually, Charlotte during the 2nd quarter of play would find a way to muscle their way into a nine point deficit once Bridges knocked in a two handed slam, 41-50. Hornets were outscored 30-16 in the 2nd, scored 16 points off the Bulls 7 turnovers and slouched into the half down 45-58. Now going into the 3rd quarter it would only be a matter of time before the Hornets were able make this a ten point game.....thanks to Bridges knocking down back to back three point jumpers, 64-74. Be aware to that the Hornets ended the 3rd by shooting 2 of 10 from deep. However, during the 4th quarter the Hornets would get out to a late 10-0 run after Kelly Oubre jammed in a contested layup but trialed 102-113. Hornets scored 25 points off the Bulls 12 turnovers, turned in 50 points in the paint and slipped down to a 28-28 record.
Bridges and Ball were combined for 55 total points but the Hornets sustained a tough 109-121 blowout loss to the Bulls. Hornets remain standing in 2nd place throughout the Southeast Division and extended their five game losing streak to six. LaMelo Ball dropped 33 points and 9 rebounds on 5 of 10 shooting from downtown. Including Bridges scoring 22 points and 5 assists while shooting 7 of 16 from the field. Now Miles Bridges late in the 1st quarter would throw down a nasty one handed slam to give Charlotte a 26-25 lead. Leaving just 1:25 to go. Hornets defensively had a solid first 12 minutes after forcing five Chicago turnovers. Eventually, Charlotte during the 2nd quarter of play would find a way to muscle their way into a nine point deficit once Bridges knocked in a two handed slam, 41-50. Hornets were outscored 30-16 in the 2nd, scored 16 points off the Bulls 7 turnovers and slouched into the half down 45-58. Now going into the 3rd quarter it would only be a matter of time before the Hornets were able make this a ten point game.....thanks to Bridges knocking down back to back three point jumpers, 64-74. Be aware to that the Hornets ended the 3rd by shooting 2 of 10 from deep. However, during the 4th quarter the Hornets would get out to a late 10-0 run after Kelly Oubre jammed in a contested layup but trialed 102-113. Hornets scored 25 points off the Bulls 12 turnovers, turned in 50 points in the paint and slipped down to a 28-28 record.
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OUT OF PORTLAND: In shocking news the Trail Blazers went along to trade CJ McCollum, Nance and Snell to the New Orleans Pelicans and in return the Blazers are getting Alexander Walker, Tomas Satoransky, Josh Hart and Louzada. Including a 1st and 2nd round NBA draft selection. Now this trade will officially end McCollum's nine-year tenure as a Blazer where he averaged 19 points per game while shooting 45% from the field. But in 2022 season alone McCollum is averaging 20 points per game while shooting 43% from the field.
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BREAKING: The Sacramento Kings make a big splash before the trade deadline after giving up Thompson, Hield and Haliburton for Sabonis. Now Sabonis is a player who can shoot the ball at a high percentage while being a rebounding machine down low. Sabonis is averaging 18.9 in points per game, 12.1 in rebounds per game and is shooting at a solid 58% from the field.
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Tuesday, February 8th 2022: Celtics continue to string together wins after knocking off the Nets by a score of 126-91. This win moved the Celtics into 7th place in East and are rising a six game win streak. Brown turned in 22 points and 9 assists while shooting 9 of 12 from the field. Plus Marcus Smart who added 22 points on 6 of 13 shooting from deep. Now the Celtics during the early stages of the 1st quarter jumped out to a 22-2 lead after Jaylen Brown split in between two defenders on his way to nicley made one handed layup. Celtics ended the 1st by shooting a solid 62% from the floor. Thereafter, the Celtics during the 2nd quarter continued their dominate performance over Brooklyn by pushing their lead to 64-37 after a Richardson steal off Day'Ron Sharpe led to a Williams two handed slam. Boston shot 40% from downtown, outscored the Nets 35-16 in the 1st and entered halftime up 69-43. Sooner or later during the 3rd and the Celtics cushion would get pushed on over to a thirty point lead after Marcus Smart downed a nicely made three point jumper, thus going up 80-50. However, Fernando late in the 4th quarter added the dagger by throwing down a nasty one handed slam 119-87. Boston ended their night by shooting 56% from the field, scored 20 points off the Nets 13 turnovers and moved up to a 31-25 win/loss record.
The Nets in last night's outing got routed 91-126 to the Celtics. This defeat bumped the Nets down to 8th place in the East while extending their losing streak to 9 in a row. James Johnson knocked down 17 points and 5 assists on 8 of 11 shooting from the field when coming off the bench. Including Carter also coming off the bench to score 21 points and 3 rebounds. The Nets late in the 1st quarter started chipping away at the Celtics as they got off to an 11-0 run after Johnson blew past Tatum for beauty of a layup, 13-28. The Nets in the first twelve minutes couldn't make shots shooting just 28% from the field and in the process allowed Boston to score 14 points off their 6 turnovers. Next, Day'Ron Sharpe late in the 2nd quarter utilized a screen so James Johnson could drive to the lane and turn in a two handed jam, 41-67. Nets hauled in 7 team assists, picked up 27 rebounds and slouched into the half facing a 43-69 deficit. Unfortunately, things didn't get any better come the late stages of the 3rd quarter but it wouldn't stop Johnson from hitting a step back three point jumper, 62-89. We will now cross on over to the 4th quarter where Bruce Brown tossed an alley oop pass to David Duke who threw down the slam but were behind by a big margin 89-119. Nets are four losses away from .500, shot 10 of 36 from the three point line and dropped to 29-25 record.
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Monday February 7th, 2022: The leaders of the Western Conference barely slide past the Bulls as they picked up a nail biting 127-124 Victory. This win propelled the Suns to their 43rd win if the year and are now 10-1 through their past eleven played games. Chris Paul knocked down 19 points and 11 assists while shooting 7 of 11 from the floor. Along with Booker chipping in 38 points on 14 of 23 shooting from the floor. Now the Suns early in the 1st quarter would gain a 20-8 advantage after Chris Paul turned in a nicely made fading mid range jumper. Afterwards, halfway through the 2nd quarter DeAndre Ayton would haul in a pass from Paul before downing a nasty one handed slam, thus going up 60-39. Booker turned in 22 1st half points, shot a solid 61% from the floor and entered halftime up 61-44. Eventually, the Suns continued to dominate the Bulls during the mid stages of the 3rd quarter after good ball movement led to a Devin Booker corner three pointer off a Crowder assist, 80-59. However, the Suns lead would increase to 116-104 in the 4th thanks to a Crowder three point jumper. Including Booker's late put away three ball to finish off Chicago and went up 125-108. Suns ended their night by knocking in 54% from the field, earned 31 assists to Chicago's 18 and improved to a 43-10 win/loss record.
Bulls outscored the Suns 41-25 in the 4th quarter but sustained a difficult 124-127 three point loss. This defeat keeps the Bulls sitting in third place in the East while suffering two straight losses in a row. LaVine secured 32 points and 8 assists on 9 of 20 shooting from the field. Including DeRozan adding in 38 points on 16 of 27 shooting from the field. The Bulls struggled early on to knock down shots but were starting to wake up late in the 1st, following a Colby White three pointer 20-22. This basket was set up on a Vucevic forcing a steal off Paul's bad pass and were off to a 9-0 run. Then Zack LaVine with over four minutes left in 2nd quarter would power himself to the rim before knocking in a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 42-60. Chicago got outscored 31-20 in the 2nd, knocked in 45% from the field and walked into the half facing a 44-61 deficit. But come the 3rd quarter with 2:11 left and Vuicevic would splash in a contested layup while the Bulls trialed by twenty points still, 78-98. Although, towards the midway point 4th quarter Vucevic from the top of the free throw line would launched in a mid range jumper to make this contest 108-121. But in the end, the Bulls would get off to a late 12-2 run and came within three after Hill jammed in a buzzer beating layup 124-127. Bulls scored sixteen points off the Suns ten turnovers, earned twenty fast break points and staggered down to a 33-21 record.
BREAKING: The Cavaliers went along to trade away Ricky Rubio who is out for the year with an ACL tear to the Pacers and in return they'll add in Caris LeVert. Caris LeVert coming to Clevland will most certainly boost their Postseason hopes moving forward as he is averaging 18.7 in points per game.
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Sunday. February 6th, 2022: Bucks 50% shot from deep in order to secure a 137-113 Victory, over the Clippers. This win helped the Bucks trail the 1st place Bulls by 0.5 games back and improved their win streak to three in a row. Antetokounmpo turned in 28 points and 10 boards on 8 of 15 shooting from the field. Alongside Jrue Holiday scoring 27 points and 13 assists on 11 of 16 shooting from the field. Jrue Holiday late in the 1st helped the Bucks gain a 23-21 two-point advantage by knocking down mid-range jumper. Then moments later and Middleton would knock in a buzzer beating mid-range J 28-32. Then during the 2nd quarter a Antetokounmpo block on Zubac would lead to Holiday delivering a drop pass to Greg Monroe who turned in a reverse one handed layin from underneath the rim, 51-45. But the Bucks weren't done just yet in the 1st half as Portis buried his second buzzer beating three pointer from the corner and increased their lead to 62-51. Bucks shot 47% from the field, outscored the Clippers 32-19 and entered halftime up 62-51. Although, the Bucks lead in the 3rd continued to grow as Antetokounmpo picked off Morris's bad pass which allowed Milwaukee to get off to a fast break that ended with a Pat Connaughton corner three, 79-56. Next, the Bucks early in the 4th earned a 9-2 run after a Holiday three, 110-94. Including a dagger that would be added late in the game, following a Portis three ball 125-104. Bucks picked up fourty-six points in the paint, shot 54% from the field and moved up to a 34-21 win/loss record.
Powell scores 28 points in debut but the Clippers sustained a routing 113-137 loss to the Bucks Clippers fall one game beneath .500 and fell to 16-13 at home. Marcus Morris jammed in 20 points and 8 rebounds on 7 of 15 shooting from the floor. Including Zubac and Jackson each scoring 10. For the Clippers in the 1st quarter with 1:00 left would go up by three thanks to Ibaka burying a mid-range jumper, 28-25. Thereafter, the Clippers late in the 2nd would come within two after a Zubac mid-range hook from inside the paint, 45-47. Clippers were cold in the 1st half after shooting 37% from the floor, picked up thirteen team assists and slouched into the half down 51-62. But come the latter points of the 3rd quarter as the Clippers would come within a 22-point deficit once Marcus Morris buried a much needed three-point jumper but trialed still 72-91. Ultimately though, Powell in his debut brought LA within fourteen once he jammed in a mid-range jumper, 101-115. Clippers shot 37% from downtown, scored ten seconds chance points and fell to a 27-28 record.
Saturday, February 5th 2022: The Knicks collapsed in the 2nd half while sustaining a 115-122 loss in OT to the Lakers. This defeat improved the Knicks losing streak to three losses in a row and earned their 29th loss of the season. Barrett dropped in 36 points and 8 rebounds while shooting 13 of 28 from the field. Including Randle securing 32 points and 16 rebounds while shooting 11 of 22 from the field. Now the Knicks dominating 1st quarter would help them secure a 34-18 lead after a Barrett three point jumper. Knicks were doing their job in the early goings by playing solid defense while shooting over 80% from both the floor and behind the arc. Afterwards, during the late stages of the 2nd quarter with over four minutes would increase their lead to nineteen after Barrett dropped in a layup to go up 60-41. Knicks secured nineteen fast break points to LA's eight, shot 50% from the floor and entered the half up 71-56. Although, during the latter stages of the 3rd quarter and Walker would bury a nicley made layup and boosted their lead to 79-72. We will now jump over to the 4th quarter with Barrett knocking in a three pointer to force Overtime, 111-111. Then shifting on over to Overtime and the Knicks with 2:40 remaining would come within two as Randle knocked down a critical layup and made this bout 113-115. Keep note to that this would be as close as New York would come to LA's lead. Knicks shot 39% from the field, biggest lead was 21 points and fell to a 24-29 record.
LeBron James triple double sends the LA Lakers past the Knicks by a score 122-115 in Overtime. This win improved LA to 5-5 through their past ten games and are now 17-12 on the road. James scored 29 points, 10 assists and 13 rebounds on 13 of 24 shooting from the floor. Including Davis's double double by securing 28 points and 17 boards while hitting 13 of 19 from the floor. Lakers were trying to stop the bleeding in the 1st quarter after Davis buried a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three-point play, 21-36. Next, LeBron James with over a minute left would knock in a nicley made layup in the 2nd quarter but were still behind 51-68. Lakers shot 14% from downtown, outscored 27-29 in the 2nd and walked into halftime facing a 56-71 deficit. However, the Lakers would storm back late in the 3rd and gained a one point lead after Anthony Davis drained in a putback layin off a LeBron James missed shot attempt, 80-79. Ultimately, towards the end of the 4th with 1:17 LA would go up by seven after Ariza hit a three 110-103. But in the end, the Lakers with 26 seconds left in OT would put this game away thanks to a Davis two handed slam to secure a 122-115 advantage. Lakers outscored the Knicks 11-4 in OT, earned 72 points in the paint and moved up to a 26-28 record.
BREAKING: The Clippers make a big splash in this year's trade deadline after giving up Bledsoe, Johnson, Winslow and an NBA draft selection to the Trail Blazers. In exchange the Los Angeles Clippers will receive Norman Powell and Robert Covington. This trade surely helps the Clippers moving into the 2022-2023 season along with getting Leonard and George back if both players decide to resign a new contract. Now Powell is a good fit for LA why? Because of his shot making skills and the ability to be a threat to other defenses which would leave players open for him to spread the wealth to. On the other hand Covington comes over with his rebounding abilities. However, Powell in 2022 has turned in 18.5 in points per game on 45% shooting from the field. Including Covington securing 7.6 in points per game while snagging a 5.7 in rebounds. Be aware that the Clippers this season are averaging 106.2 in points per game which happens to be 25th in the NBA and are 21st when averaging just 44.1 in rebounds per game.
Friday, February 4th 2022: Hornets challenge was unsuccessful while sustain a 101-102 loss to the Cavaliers. This loss dropped the Hornets to ninth place in the Eastern Conference and snapped their two game losing skid. Now Terry Rozier with 1:40 left in the 1st quarter would knock down fading mid range jumper from the baseline and got fouled in the process to make this a three-point play, 28-20. Thereafter, LaMelo Ball with a little over five minutes to go in the 2nd quarter would splash in a corner three pointer to go up 40-34. Keep note to that before this basket was made the Hornets had missed nine three pointer in a row. The Hornets largest lead was ten points during the 2nd until they started going cold after missing ten shots in a row from the field and it allowed Cleveland to storm back. However, come the latter points of the 3rd and the Hornets would get off to an 8-2 run after Plumlee dropped a pass to Hayward who turned in a beauty of a layup but trialed still 56-62. Then the turning point of this game for Charlote came late in the 4th as Davis got a technical foul for touching Rozier after the ref blew his whistle while sending both Rozier and Bridges to the line for a four point play, 86-90. Although Charlotte was clutch late thanks to Terry Rozier hitting a three ball, which boosted them to a 101-98 brief lead. Charlotte outscored the Cavs 36-26 in the fourth, scored fourteen fast break points and moved up to a 28-25 record.
Cavaliers barely slide past the Hornets with the final score showing a 102-101 Victory. This win moved the Cavs into fourth place in the East while holding 16-12 road record. Cavaliers during the late stages of 1st quarter would come within five, following a Mobley mid range jumper, 20-25. Sooner or later during the 2nd quarter the Cavs would snag their first lead since 9-7 back in the 1st, following a Goodwin three pointer to go up 49-46. Cavs 1st half comeback was sparked on good transition as they scored nine points, outscored the Hornets 30-15 in the 2nd and entered halftime up 52-46. Next, Jarrett Allen would show off his size as hammered down a hard one handed slam over a Charlotte defender, 64-56. Few plays later and Kevin Love would knock in a three point jumper to extend Cavs to a 14-point cushion. Now shifting over to the 4th quarter with 2:01 left and Allen would quiet the crowd after hammering in a two handed jam and got fouled in the process, 98-92. Ultamately though, the Cavs would catch a break with one second left as Kevin Love was fouled by Mills while in the act of shooting and it sent him to the line for two game winning free throws, 102-101. Cavs shot 40% from the field, earned eleven fast break points and dropped to a 32-21 win/loss record.
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Thursday, February 3rd 2022: Lakers fall to a 14-17 record when versing the Western Conference after being dealt a 110-111 one point loss to the Clippers. This defeat keeps the Lakers standing in ninth place in the West and are three games under .500. Anthony Davis racked in a double double by scoring 30 points and 17 rebounds on 12 of 24 shooting from the field. Along with Malik Monk downing 21 points on 8 of 19 shooting from the field. The Lakers in the 1st quarter of play would secure a two-point lead after Monk tossed an alley oop pass to Davis who hammered down the slam, 19-17. Lakers were outscored 28-26 to close out the first twelve minutes of action. Next, Talen Horton Tucker during the 2nd would bring LA within one after burying a step back three pointer, 44-45. Lakers shot earned twelve team assists to the Clippers twenty-one, defense forced four turnovers and entered the half down 54-59. Now the Lakers during the 3rd quarter gained a little momentum after Anthony buried a buzzer beating three pointer, 82-94. Thereafter, during the 4th quarter with 4:15 left you'd catch Ariza hitting a three but trailed 97-100. However, the Lakers towards the end of the 4th with twelve ticks left would go up by one e after Westbrook tossed an alley oop pass to Davis who threw down the two-handed slam, which made things 110-109. Lakers outscored the Clippers 28-17 in the fourth, scored seven fast break points and slipped to a 25-28 record.
Reggie Jackson's clutch shot leads the Clippers to a 111-110 Victory, over the Lakers. This win keeps the Clipper sitting in 8th place throughout the Western Conference and are back up to a .500 season. Reggie jackson splashed in 23 points on 10 of 20 shooting from the field. Alongside Marcus Morris scoring 29 and 7 rebounds while shooting 11 of 16 from the field. The Clippers with over a minute would tie this game at 21-21 after Hartenstein dropped in a mid range floater. Sooner or later the Clippers in during the mid stages if the 2nd quarter would bump their lead to three points, following a Kennard mid range floater. Clippers shot 51% from the floor, scored ten points off the Lakers six turnovers and walked into halftime up 59-54. Although, the Clippers lead midway through the 3rd quarter got pushed to sixteen once Amir Coffey knocked down a three pointer, thus going up 92-76. We will now cross over to the final seconds of the 4th where Morris buried a three to put the Clippers up 109-108. Couple possessions later and Jackson with four ticks left utilized a spin move to get past his defender before turning in a contested layup, 111-110. Clippers secured ten points in transition, shot 43% from deep and improved to a 27-27 record.
Thursday, February 3rd 2022: The Suns during last night's outing sustained a 115-124 loss when going against the Hakws. This defeat dropped the Suns to a 19-5 road record while having their eleven game win streak snapped. Booker jammed in 32 points on 13 of 27 shooting from the field and went 1 of 8 from deep. Including Bridges nailing in 24 points while shooting 9 of 17 from the field. Suns with over a minute left in the 1st quarter would catch Payton fishing a pass to Johnson who splashed in a corner three point jumper a d came within one, 29-30. Then the Suns during the 2nd quarter with over four minutes would pull within three after a Chris paul layup, 50-53. Moments later and the Suns towards the end of the 1st half would find a way to come within three on a Bridges three ball with five seconds left, 61-64. Suns shot 54% from the field, scored eleven points off the Hawks eight turnovers and walked into the half facing a 61-64 deficit. Now come the late stages of the 3rd quarter and the Suns would come within a four point deficit once Paul tossed up an alley oop pass to Javale McGee who hammered down a heavy two handed slam, 81-85. Eventually, the Suns in the 4th would come inside ten points thanks to a Booker three and made things 109-119. Suns shot 52% from the field, earned 43 team rebounds and fell to a 41-10 record.
Trae Young's 43 point performance leads the Hawks past the Suns by securing a 124-115 Victory. This win brings the Hawks one game beneath .500 and are now 8-3 through their last eleven played games. Huerter jammed in 19 points on 7 of 15 shooting from the field and went 5 of 10 from deep. Including a Collins double double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds on 8 of 13 form the field.
Now the Hawks during the latter points of the 1st quarter would secure a 28-26 two point advantage after a Bogdanovic three pointer. Afterwards, the Hawks halfway into the 2nd quarter were starting to cook and forced Phoenix to call a timeout, following a Kevin Huerter three point jumper to make this matchup 44-39. Keep note to by this point in time Huerter had made back to back three's in a row. Sooner or later the Hawks lead would grow to ten points once John Collins launched in three point jumper to notch and made this bout, 62-52. Hawks shot 56% from the floor, secured eighteen team assists and entered halftime up 64-61. However, the Hawks continued to stay hot midway through the 3rd quarter thanks to Trae Young downing a deep three point jumper to secure a 98-90 advantage. Although, Trae Young would add the dagger with 26 seconds left in the 4th quarter by hitting a game clinching three pointer, 124-115. Hawks shot 52% from the field, scored nine fast break points to the Suns 14 and slid to a 25-26 record
Trae Young's 43 point performance leads the Hawks past the Suns by securing a 124-115 Victory. This win brings the Hawks one game beneath .500 and are now 8-3 through their last eleven played games. Huerter jammed in 19 points on 7 of 15 shooting from the field and went 5 of 10 from deep. Including a Collins double double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds on 8 of 13 form the field.
Now the Hawks during the latter points of the 1st quarter would secure a 28-26 two point advantage after a Bogdanovic three pointer. Afterwards, the Hawks halfway into the 2nd quarter were starting to cook and forced Phoenix to call a timeout, following a Kevin Huerter three point jumper to make this matchup 44-39. Keep note to by this point in time Huerter had made back to back three's in a row. Sooner or later the Hawks lead would grow to ten points once John Collins launched in three point jumper to notch and made this bout, 62-52. Hawks shot 56% from the floor, secured eighteen team assists and entered halftime up 64-61. However, the Hawks continued to stay hot midway through the 3rd quarter thanks to Trae Young downing a deep three point jumper to secure a 98-90 advantage. Although, Trae Young would add the dagger with 26 seconds left in the 4th quarter by hitting a game clinching three pointer, 124-115. Hawks shot 52% from the field, scored nine fast break points to the Suns 14 and slid to a 25-26 record
Wednesday, February 2nd 2022: Jazz hold off the Brooklyn Nets by picking up a 108-104 Victory. This win keeps the Utah Jazz sitting in fourth place in the West while snapping a five game losing streak. Trent Forrest would jam in 18 points and 8 assists while shooting 6 of 7 from the floor. Along with Conley adding in 17 points on 6 of 14 shooting from the floor. The Jazz during the late stages of the 1st quarter would even this contest up at 23-23 after Hughes buried a mid range jumper. Jazz were outscored 30-28 to end the first twelve minutes of play. Next, Mike Conley halfway through the 2nd quarter would bring Utah within six points after utilizing a beautiful left handed layup, 40-46. However, Utah towards the end of the 1st half of play had gained a brief 58-57 one point lead as Bogdanovic knocked in a turning mid range jumper from inside the paint. This basket was set up after Jeff Green lost the basketball going out of bounds. Jazz outscored Denver 32-31 in the 2nd, shot 53% from the field and entered halftime down 60-61. Although, Utah would get off an 12-2 run thanks to Trent Forrest blowing past his defender so he could throw down a hard one handed slam and extended Utah's lead to 76-71. Eventually, Mike Conley late in the 4th utilized a pump fake to get his defender to jump before dialing in a deep mid range J, thus going up 103-99. Jazz ended their night by shooting 43% from the field, scored twenty points off the Nuggets fourteen turnovers and improved to a 31-21 win/loss record.
Nuggets turn in their twenty-third defeat of the season after being dealt 104-108 by the Utah Jazz. Despite a reeling loss, Forbes came off the bench spotting in 26 points
on 10 of 13 shooting from the field and finished 4 of 5 from downtown. Including Will Barton scoring 15 and 9 boards on 6 of 16 shooting from the field. This loss keeps the Nuggets in sixth place throughout the Western Conference while holding a 15-14 road record. Now JaMychal Green with over minute to play in the 1st quarter would drive towards the rim so he could hammer down the two handed slam and went up 25-23. This basket was set up after Will Barton forced a Rudy Gay steal. Afterwards, the Nuggets during the 9:02 mark of the 2nd quarter had secured a six point advantage as Bones Hogland launched in a step back three pointer, 44-38. Few offensive possessions later and Will Barton would splash in a three ball to extend their lead to 54-48. Nuggets shot 53% from the floor, 64% from behind the arc and slid into the half with a 61-60 lead. Come the latter points of the 3rd quarter and Denver would slide within three points once Monte Morris dialed in a mid range jumper off a Bones Hogland assist, 73-76. Nuggets were outscored 22-18 to end the 3rd quarter of play. But in the end, Denver late in the 4th quarter with 1:01 remaining would pull within five points thanks to a Monte Morris reverse layin, but trailed 101-106. Nuggets shot 53% from the field, earned six fast break points to the Utah's 11 and dropped to a 28-23 record.
INJURY UPDATE: The Utah Jazz were hit hard this week after hearing they'll lose Joe Ingles for the year to an ACL tear. Now Ingles injury occurred during the 2nd quarter after driving hard to the rim before slipping on the court and his leg would bend the opposite way. Seconds later and Ingles was seen on the ground clutching at his knee in immense pain. Even the players were in disbelief after it happen. Despite his injury, Joe Ingles has averaged 7.2 in points per game while shooting 40% from the field.
Tuesday, February 1st 2022: Suns move to 31-0 when leading after the 3rd, following a 121-111 Victory when defeating the Nets. Paul drained in 20 points and 14 assists on 5 of 12 shooting from the field. Along with Booker securing 35 points while shooting 13 of 23 from the field. Suns are now averaging 47.8 in field goals made this season and it happens to be 1st in the league. Along with riding eleven consecutive victories in a row. The Suns late in the 1st quarter were able to take nine point lead after a Devin Booker mid range jumper and went up 25-16. Then around the 8:14 mark of the 2nd quarter, you'd spot Payton firing a pass to a cutting Bridges who knocked in a baseline layup and increased their lead to 46-38. Next, Chris Paul during the late stages of the 2nd quarter would dial in a buzzer beating layup and extended his teams lead to 65-58. Suns shot 57% from the floor, scored 13 points off the Nets 7 turnovers and entered the half up 65-58. Ultamately, the Suns during the 3rd quarter with a little less than three minutes to go would extend their lead to nine and jumped out to a 19-6 run....once Cam Johnson launched in a three point jumper off a Bridges assist 88-76. Come the 4th quarter and Paul would an inside pass to Bridges who knocked down a baseline layup and got fouled in the process by Mills to make this a three point play, 103-94. But in the end, Booker in the 4th would knock in a dagger of three pointer to go up 112-102. Bridges secured 27 points in 10 of 14 shooting from the floor, outscored Brooklyn 30-29 in the 4th and improved to a 41-9 win/loss record.
Nets fall to 6-12 after starting the season 28-8 and recorded a disappointing 111-121 loss to the Suns. This defeat keeps the Nets in 6th place and were riding a five game losing streak. Harden dished in a double double by scoring 22 points and 10 assists on 6 of 19 shooting from the field. Including Irving adding in 28 points while knocking down 10 of 20 from the field. Now with over three minutes to go the 1st quarter the Nets would come within four after James Harden muscled his way to the basket for contested layup, 21-25. Thereafter, the Nets would come inside six points thanks to Harden tossing an alley oop pass to Claxton who hammered in the two handed slam, 40-46. Nets shot a total of 50% from the field, earned 13 team assists and walked into haltime down 58-65. Subsequently, Patty Mills during the 3rd quarter would bury a beauty of a three pointer and took a brief 70-69 lead. Keep note to that this would be the Nets very first lead since 8-7 back in the 1st. Although, the Nets late in the 4th were able to muscle within five points as Griffin turned in a mid range hook from inside the paint, but trialed still 102-107. Brooklyn ended their night by shooting 40% from deep, scored fifteen points off the Suns fifteen turnovers and slipped down to a 29-21 record.
Monday, January 31st 2022: Celtics held the Heat beneath that one hundred point mark and secured a 122-92 Victory. This win keeps the Celtics sitting in 9th place in the East and are two games above .500. Tatum jammed in a double double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds on 7 of 15 shooting from the field. Including Jaylen Brown adding in 29 points on 11 of 19 shooting from the field. Now the Celtics during the midway point of the 1st quarter would secure their eighth made shot in a row, following a Marcus Smart three pointer to go up 21-7. Keep note to that the Celtics had hit 4 out of last 6 three's at this point in time. Thereafter, the Celtics late in the 2nd quarter would gain a 41-34 seven point advantage after Brown utilized a pump fake to make his defender miss and dropped in a nicley made left handed layup. Couple of offensive possessions later and the Celtics lead with 38 ticks left got extended to eleven as Tatum buried a falling reverse layin to make things 54-45. Boston shot a solid 51% from the field, scored 9 points off the Heat's 6 turnovers and took a 54-45 lead into the locker rooms. However, the Celtics dominating night over the Heat would continue on into the 3rd quarter after Robert Williams forced a steal off Vincent's bad pass and it led to finding a wide open Tatum who jammed in a two handed slam and increased their lead to 75-60. Celtics shot a solid 55% from the field to seal off the games first three quarters. But in the end, Boston would finalize the Heat's night later the 4th quarter as Fernando buried a three ball to secure a 120-90 lead. Celtics scored 24 points off Miami's 18 total turnovers, shot 52% from the floor and picked up a 27-25 record.
A depleted Miami Heat team couldn't hang in there and the final score showed a tough 92-122 loss to the Boston Celtics. This defeat bumped the Heat down to 2nd place in the Eastern Conference and moved the Bulls into 1st. Including a 7-4 record through their past 11 matchups. Max Strus knocked down 27 points and 2 assists on 9 of 19 shooting from the floor. Following behind would be Herro coming off the bench to score 13 points while shooting 5 of 18 from the floor and finished 2 of 8 from deep. With a little less than a minute left in the 1st quarter Bam Adebayo would sink in a mid range jumper but trailed 14-27. Miami had a treacherous 1st quarter after shooting a poor 28% from the field and 14% from deep. Next, the Heat halfway through the 2nd quarter knotted this contest up and were off to a 18-3 run, following a Max Strus three point jumper. Thus tying this game up at 32-32. Then with over 2 minutes remaining in the 2nd, you'd spot Adebayo utilizing a spin move to get past his defender before hammering down a two handed slam and hot fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 43-46. Heat shot just 33% from downtown, earned 11 team assists to the Celtics 11 and walked into halftime down 45-54. Now Caleb Martin around the 3:51 mark of the 3rd quarter would splash in a mid range jumper but trailed 67-83. Heat shot 35% and were outscored 40-25 to end quarter number 3. Afterwards, Max Strus with over 5 minutes left in the 4th would knock in a catch and shoot three pointer while trialing 83-106. Keep note to that this would be Strus's eighth made three pointer at this point in time and it matched his career best. Heat fall to 20-11 when versing the East in 2021-2022, racked in 2 fast break points to the Celtics 13 and fell to a 32-19 win/loss record.
INJURY UPDATE: The Mavericks were hard just last week after hearing that Tim Hardaway Jr could very miss the rest of the 2021-2022 NBA season due to fracturing his foot. During a 92-130 loss to Golden State back on the 25th of January. Now Tim Hardaway Jr late in the 3rd quarter blew past his defender to turn in a layup and then on the come down he landed on his foot wrong. Couple minutes went by as Hardaway hobbled in pain to the free throw line hit one shot and was carried off the court. Hardaway Jr before his injury has averaged 14.2 in points per game, 3.7 in rebounding, 2.2 in assists per game and shot 39% from the field.
Sunday, January 30th 2022: The Timberwolves handle the Golden State Warriors after securing a 126-106 Victory. This win helped the T-Wolves remain in 8th place in the West standings while moving up to .500 on the year. Karl Anthony Towns secured a triple double by scoring 31 points, 10 assists and 11 rebounds while shooting 10 of 17 from the field. Alongside McDaniels coming off the bench to chip in 22 points on 9 of 9 shooting from the field and finished 3 of 3 from behind the arc. Timberwolves during the 1st quarter would increase their lead to 24-16 after McDaniels buried a three ball. Then with just 40 seconds remaining in the 2nd quarter, you'd catch Jaden McDaniels tossing an alley oop pass to Nowell who hammered in the slam and went up 51-48. T-Wolves shot 44% from the floor, scored seven points off the Jazz's five turnovers and entered halftime 52-48. Come the 3rd quarter and the Timberwolves lead would continue to grow once Towns dialed in a mid range jumper, 70-58. However, Nathan Knight late in the 4th quarter would add the dagger by utilizing a beauty of a layup, which bumped their lead to 121-103. Timberwolves shot 55% from the field, outscored Utah 34-31 in the 4th and improved to a 25-25 win/loss record.
The Utah Jazz during last night's bout sustained a tough 106-126 defeat to the Timberwolves. This defeat denied Utah of their 31st win and are riding five consecutive losses in a row. Bogdanovic knocked in 23 points and 4 boards while shooting 7 of 11 from the floor and went 4 of 5 from deep. Including Conley adding in 22 points on 8 of 17 shooting from the floor. Now Utah Jazz late in quarter 1 came within six points, following a Conley mid range floater 18-24. Afterwards, Jazz would secure their first lead of the game midway through the 2nd quarter, following Bogdanovic burying a nicely made layup and went up 42-41. Few possessions later and Bogdanovic would make his presence felt yet again only this time after hitting a three pointer, 48-41. Jazz recorded 32% shooting from deep, outscored Minnesota 28-26 in the 2nd and entered the half facing a 48-52 deficit. Ultamately, with over 2 minutes left in the 3rd quarter Clarkson knocked in a mid range floater but were behind still 66-82. We will now shift in over to the 4th quarter with 1:59 to go, where the Jazz would come within seventeen points after Jared Butler jammed in a step back three point jumper 100-117. Jazz earned 23 team assists, defense forced 16 total takeaways and slipped down to a 30-21 record.
Saturday, January 29th 2022: Wiggins 26 points on 10 of 18 shooting was just enough to help the Warriors slide past the Nets by a score of 110-106. This win improved the Warriors home record to 25-4 and are riding four striaght victories in a row. Curry jammed in 19 points while shooting 5 of 18 from the floor. Along with Klay Thompson sinking in 16 points and 6 rebounds on 5 of 14 shooting from the floor. Now Andrew Wiggins late in the 1st quarter splashed in a three point jumper to give Golden State a 24-18 advantage. Then Golden State with over 2 minutes remaining in the 2nd would get off to a 15-2 run once Otto Porter buried a nicley made three pointer to extend their lead to 54-47. This would also be Otto Porter's 2nd made three in a row. Warriors shot 40% from the field, earned 13 team assists to the Nets 8 and entered halftime up 54-47. However, the Warriors lead midway through the 3rd quarter continued to grow longer once Wiggins jammed in a layup, 72-53. Ultamately, Klay Thompson with 12 seconds left would splash in a beauty of a three ball off a Curry assist and went increased their lead to 107-103. In the end, during the final seconds of this contest and Thompson would jam in 2 critical game ending free throws, 110-106. Warriors shot 40% from the field, secured 10 points off the Nets 10 turnovers and improved to a 37-13 win/loss record.
Nets drop to 17-7 when playing in the road as it led to a tough 106-110 loss to the Warriors. This defeat knocked the Nets down to 6th place in the East while on top of four striaght losses in a row. Irving dished in 32 points, 7 assists and 7 rebounds on 9 of 21 shooting from the field. Alongside Patty Mills adding in 24 points on 8 of 21 shooting from the field. Naturally, Brooklyn was able to muscle within nine points, following an Aldridge turning hook from inside the paint and made this bout 20-29 in the 1st. Afterwards, Brooklyn would get off to a 2nd quartet 19-4 run while securing a 39-37 lead...thanks to Mills knocking down a three point jumper. Keep note to that Brooklyn overcame a thirteen point deficit. Nets shot 34% from the floor, 22% from deep and walked into the half down 47-54. Next, during quarter number 3 Kyrie Irving off a Mills assist would knock in a beauty of a corner three pointer but trailed 56-72. Now Irving would be responsible for bringing the Nets within one point late in the 4th as he dialed in a three pointer with 10 seconds left off a Johnson assist, 106-107. Nets shot 39% from the floor, scored 8 fast break plants and dropped down to a 29-20 record.
Friday, January 28th 2022: Heat hang on to their lead after knocking off the surging the Clippers by a score of 121-114. This win propelled Miami to an 18-5 home record and are on top of a 3-Game win streak. Jimmy Butler dished in 26 points and 9 assists while knocking down 5 of 12 from the floor. Along with Gabe Vincent chipping in 23 points on 8 of 15 shooting from the floor and finished 7 of 12 from downtown. Now Heat late in the 1st quarter got off to a fast break that ended with a Jimmy Butler mid range floater and went up 22-15. This basket was set up on P.J. Tucker forcing a steal off a Kennard bad pass. Next, with over 4 minute remaining in the 2nd quarter Jimmy Butler would fire a pass to Robinson who knocked in a one handed layup. Thus extending their lead to 41-33. Few possessions later and Robinson would bury a three to help Miami take a spacey 46-35 lead. Heat shot 44% from the floor, earned 26 points in the paint and walked into the half with a 57-45 advantage. Ultimately, the Heat's punishment on the Clippers would continue on into the midway point of the 3rd quarter. Thanks to Gabe Vincent knocking down a three pointer and made this bout 71-54. However, Gabe Vincent late in the 3rd also started to catch fire by swishing a three ball and going up by 20, 82-62. This happen to be Vincent's 6th made three of this quarter at this point in time. In the end, Tucker's mid range floater in the 4th would prove to be the dagger as they increased their lead to 117-109. Heat shot 96% from the charity strike, defense forced 13 takeaways and improved to a 32-17 win/loss record.
Clippers 2nd half comeback was cur short as they were subjected to a difficult 114-121 loss to the Heat. This defeat dropped LA one game beneath .500 while having their 2-Game win streak snapped. Despite a tough loss, Kennard off the bench scored 23 points while shooting 7 of 14 from the field and went 5 of 11 from deep. Including Coffey adding in 15 points and 3 rebounds on 5 of 11 shooting from the field. Clippers in the games first 12 minutes would come within three after a Zubac layup, 15-18. Unfortunately for LA the Heat would pull away to outscore them 28-19 to end the 1st. Then the Clippers would knock the Heats lead to 9 after a Eric Bledsoe got to the rim before turning in a nicley made layup, 41-50. Thereafter, right as time was expiring in the 2nd quarter Bledsoe would bury a one handed layup but trialed 45-57. Clips earned 20 points in the paint, shot 12% from deep and entered halftime down 45-57. Subsequently, the Clippers with over 4 minutes remaining in the 3rd were still getting shalacked but it didnt stop Amir Coffey from sinking in a catch and shoot three point jumper, 65-87. Sooner or later the scrappy Clippers would get off to a 15-4 3rd quarter run, following Bledsoe getting to the rim by utilizing a crossover and dialed in a layup. Also got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 80-93. Come the late stages of the 4th and Kennard would dip in a three to come within 7, 100-107. Clippers outscored the Heat 34-25 in the 4th, scored 20 points off the Heat's 18 turnovers and slipped down to a 25-26 record.
Wednesday, January 26th 2022: The Miami Heat trounce the Knicks after picking up a highly impressive 110-96 Victory. This win keeps the Heat standing in 1st place throughout the East and the led the Bulls by just one game. Including an 8-3 record through their last 11 played games. Butler knocked down 22 points, 5 assists and 6 rebounds while shooting 7 of 8 from the floor. Following behind would be Robinson who splashed in 25 points on 9 of 13 shooting from the floor and finished 7 of 11 from deep. Now the Heat got off to a fast start during the 1st quarter as they got on to a 13-2 run, following a Butler layup in transition. Sooner or later during late stages of the 1st quarter, you'd catch Adebayo deliver a pass to Tucker who was inside the paint and sunk in a one handed layup, 20-8. Afterwards, Duncan Robinson would splash in a three point jumper to extend his teams lead to 44-29 in the 2nd. Heat outscored the Knicks 30-16 in the 1st, shot 58% from the field and entered halftime up 59-46. Come the 3rd quarter and Tyler Herro would dish a pass to Tucker who knocked in a beauty of a layup, 83-59. But in the end, the Heat would add in the knockout punch late in the 4th quarter as Robinson downed a three ball, 106-83. Heat ended their night shooting 50% from the floor, scored 21 points off the Knicks 17 turnovers and improved to a 31-17 record.
Knicks were held beneath the 100 point mark after being dealt 96-110 by the Heat. This defeat puts the Knicks three wins back of .500 and carry around a 14-20 when versing the Eastern Conference. Barrett knocked in 17 points and 3 boards while shooting 6 of 11 from the field. Including Toppin coming off the bench to chip in 18 points on 7 of 9 shooting from the field. Kemba Walker in the 1st helped New York come within 8 after hitting a step back three pointer. 5-13. Thus ending a heat 13-2 run. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter, you'd catch Barrett knocking in a finger roll layin and came within 10, 34-44. Knicks shot 44% from the field, scored 9 points off the Heat's 10 turnovers and slouched into the half down 46-59. Sooner of later during the 3rd quarter the Knicks would come within 21 points after a Randle layup, which made this contest 54-73. However, with just 1:20 to go in the 4th McBride would toss up an alley oop pass to Jericho Sims so he could hammer down the slam. But trailed still 94-110. Knicks shot 34% from deep, outscored Miami 29-18 in the 4th and dropped down to a 23-26 record.
INJURY UPDATE: Alex Caruso expected to be out for at least 6 to 8 weeks due needing surgery on his wrist. Now Caruso's injury occurred during the 4th quarter as he was going up for a layup when Grayson Allen side swiped his hand unnecessarily in mid air and sent Caruso crashing hard into the floor. This also gave Grayson Allen a 2-Game suspension just days after the incident. Caruso before his injury was averaging 8.4 in points per game, 3.9 in assists per game and a 3.9 in rebounding. Along with shooting 42% from the field.
Tuesday, January 25th 2022: Warriors outscored the Mavericks 33-14 in the 4th quarter while securing a 130-92 Victory. This win has the Warriors standing in 2nd place in the West and trailed the Suns by 3 games back. Including 3 straight wins in a row. Kuminga came off the bench scoring 22 points and 5 boards while shooting 8 on 9 from the floor and finished 4 of 4 from behind the arc. Following behind would be Klay Thompson dishing in 15 points and 6 assists on 6 of 12 shooting from the floor. Now during the 1st quarter the Warriors would gain a four point advantage after Curry dished a pass to Gary Payton who hammered in the slam, 20-16. This basket was set up on Poole forcing a steal off a Doncic bad pass. Then during the 2nd quarter with over 6 minutes to go Golden State would force Dallas to call a timeout after Klay Thompson splashed in a three point jumper. 46-35. Keep note to that by this point in time Klay Thompson was shooting 3 of 3 from deep. Next, Poole would freeze Porzingis while driving the lane and turned in a layup to go up 54-40. Warriors shot 51% from the floor, 38% from deep and walked into the half with a 63-51 advantage. Although, the Warriors lead was starting to become incermountable after Curry dished a pass to Jordan Poole so he could bury a corner three pointer, 81-62. In the end, the Warriors would finalize the Mavs night midway through the 4th quarter as Kuminga hammered down a turning one handed slam over a Dallas defender, 116-82. Warriors ended their night shooting 53% from the floor, Curry shot 2 of 10 from deep with 18 points and improved to a 35-13 win/loss record.
Tim Hardaway leaves game with foot injury, Mavericks get routed 92-130 when going against the Warriors. Mavs with this defeat fell to a 21-12 record when versing the Western Conference and are now 8-3 through their past 11 games. Brunson turned in 11 points on 5 of 12 shooting from the field. Alongside Doncic chipping in 25 points and 8 boards on 7 of 17 shooting from the field. Dallas towards the end of the 1st quarter with 22 seconds left would come inside 9 points. Once Brunson dropped in a nicley made layup, 20-29. Now the Mavericks were keeping themselves in this battle towards the midway point of the 2nd quarter by coming within 9 as Doncic tossed up an alley oop pass to Porzingis who hammered in the one handed slam, 40-49. Mavs shot 41% from the field, were outscored 34-31 by the Warriors in the 2nd and entered halftime facing a 51-63 deficit. Eventually, Dallas lost track of Golden State with 1:00 minute left in the 3rd and came within 16 points as Porzingis knocked in a one handed layup, 78-95. Then during the 4th quarter with 1:01 left Trey Burke would secure a mid rnage jumper while trialing still 92-129. Mavs scored 19 points off the Warriors 14 turnovers, were out assisted 17-31 and fell to a 27-21 record.
Monday, January 24th 2022: Jazz drop to their 18th loss of the 2021-2022 NBA season, following a difficult 109-115 loss to the Suns. This defeat keeps the Jazz standing in 4th place in the Western Conference and has a 15-9 road record. Clarkson turned in 22 points and 4 boards on 9 of 20 shooting from the field. Including Paschall adding in 14 points on 4 of 7 shooting from the field when coming off the bench. Now Eric Pashcall during the late stages of the 1st quarter brought Utah within 9 after hitting a three ball, 19-28. Next, during the 2nd quarter the Jazz would come within one as Rudy Gay downed a mid range jumper and made things 51-53. Utah shot a solid 51% from the floor, scored 12 points off the Suns 10 turnovers and walked into halftime trailing 56-58. Eventually, during the latter points of the 3rd quarter and Utah would snag themselves a brief 77-75 two point advantage as Paschall knocked in a beauty of a layup. However, Rudy Gobert during the early marks of the 4th quarter would drop in a mid range jumper to go up 91-85. Ultamately, the Jazz towards the end if the 4th with 1:19 left would come within 5 once Clarkson buried a three ball. 109-114. Jazz ended their night shooting 45% from behind the arc, secured 11 fast break points to the Suns 7 and staggered down to a 30-18 win/loss record.
Suns outscored the Jazz 30-22 in the 4th quarter while picking up a 115-109 Victory. This win still has the Suns sitting atop 1st place in the West and improved to a 7-Game win streak. Booker jammed in 33 points and 7 rebounds while shooting 14 of 35 from the field. Along with Paul adding in 27 points and 14 assists on 10 of 17 shooting from the floor and went 4 of 7 from downtown. Devin Booker during the 1st quarter would would splash in a three point jumper and went up 24-13. Afterwards, during the midway point of the 2nd quarter Chris Paul would jam in a three point junper to extend the Suns lead to 10, 51-41. Suns shot 50% from the field, defense forced 4 steals and entered halftime up 58-56. Subsequently, with 1:17 to go in the 3rd quarter Landry Shamet would sink in a beauty of a three ball off Booker assist. 85-81. Although, come the halfway mark of the 4th quarter and you'd spot the Suns gaining a comfy 8 point advantage after Paul knocked in a critical running mid range jumper 107-99. Followed up with the Suns adding the knockout punch late in the 2nd half, following a Cam Johnson three. 114-106. Suns scored 17 points off the Jazz's 13 turnovers, secured 28 team assists and moved up to a 37-9 record.
Sunday, January 23rd 2022: The Warriors hang on by a thread after downing the Jazz 94-92. This win propelled the Warriors to their 34th win of the year and carry around a 21-4 home record. Curry turned in 13 points on 5 of 20 shooting from the field. Including Poole knocking in 20 points and 3 rebounds while shooting 7 of 13 from the field. Now Damion Lee midway into the 1st quarter would knock down a three point jumper to give his team a 25-22 lead. Then Jordan Poople with over 2 minutes to go in the 2nd quarter would give the Warriors a 55-52 three point lead as he splashed in a three ball. Warriors turned in 9 three point jumpers while walking into halftime up 55-54. Come the 3rd quarter and Poole would knock in a nicely made finger roll layin, 77-66. Warriors ended the 3rd by outscoring Utah 28-21. Ultamately, Jordan Poole would add the dagger to put the Jazzs night away....thanks to hitting a mid range jumper. 91-89. Warriors eventually sunk in two game ending free throws to go up 94-92. Warriors shot 31% from deep, scored 20 points off Utah's 9 turnovers and improved to a 34-13 win/loss record.
Jazz outscored the Warriors 17-11 in the 4th quarter but still suffered a 92-94 loss. This defeat dropped Utah to a 15-8 road record and were denied of back to back wins in a row. Rudy Gobert tallied in a double double by scoring 12 points and 18 rebounds on 5 of 10 shooting from the floor. Including Bogdanovic burying 21 points and 8 boards while shooting 7 of 17 from the floor. For the Jazz late in the 1st they'd come within one after Ingles buried a layup, 24-25. Afterwards, Paschall late in the 2nd would give the Jazz a one point advantage after knocking in a three pointer and made things 52-51. This also happen to be Paschalls second made shot in a row. Jazz managed to outscore Golden State 25-22 in the 2nd and entered halftime down 54-55. Then Rudy Gobert with over a minute to go in the 3rd would bury a three pointer to come within 8. 75-83. Although, the Jazz would rally back and even this bouy up at 89-89, following an Ingles three ball. During the 4th. However, the Utah Jazz with 32 seconds left would come within two after a Bogdanovic three point jumper. 92-94. Jazz 38% from the field, defense forced 9 turnovers and dropped down to a 30-17.
INJURY UPDATE: Lonzo Ball unfortunately tore his meniscus in his knee and will be out of action for the at least 6 to 8 weeks. Which means surgery is required. According to James Herbert from the CBS Sports app: "Billy Donovan said that Ball's knee had not responded well to treatment". Also keep note to that Ball has been out of action for the past 3 bout's. Lonzo Ball so far this season was averaging 13 points per game while shooting 42% from the field and even racked in a 5.1 in assists per game as well.
Saturday, January 22nd 2022: Suns handle the Pacers by securing a 113-103 10 point Victory. This win keeps the Suns atop 1st place in the West and improved their win streak to 6 in a row. Miles Bridges was able to turn in 23 points and 6 rebounds while shooting 10 of 15 from the floor. Alongside Biyombo earning a double double off the bench after splashing in 21 points and 13 boards secured on 9 of 12 shooting from the floor. The Suns late in the 1st quarter secured a 22-20 two point advantage as Payne buried a mid range floater. Then with over 2 minutes left in the 2nd quarter, you'd spot Devin Booker splashing in a mid range jumper, which pushed their lead to 57-49. Suns shot a solid 54% from the floor, scored 14 points off the Pacers 9 turnovers and entered halftime up 59-54. Thereafter, during the 3rd quarter of play the Suns would bump their lead up to 20 points, following Paul tossing up alley oop pass to Bismack who hammered in the slam. 81-61. Next, Devin Booker would give the Suns a 105-92 advantage once he splashed in nicely made layup. However, Booker at some point or another would finalize the Pacers night with 40 ticks left....thanks to sinking in a mid range floater. 112-101. Suns shot 39% from the field, secured 34 team rebounds to the Pacers 19 and moved up to a 36-9 win/loss record.
The Pacers 17 turnovers led to a disappointing 103-113 loss to the Suns. This defeat snaps the Pacers 2-Game win streak and are now 3-8 through their last 11. Chris Duarte ended his night by scoring 17 points and 4 assists on 7 of 15 shooting from the field. Including Lance Stephenson downing 17 points off the bench and shot 7 of 9 from the field. Now Sykes in the 1st quarter hauled in a pass from Criag before downing a three point jumper to go up 20-18. Afterwards, Chris Duarte would bring Indiana within five points after burying a three pointer. 52-57. Pacers ended the 1st half by turning in 3 fast break points, outscored 29-35 in the 2nd and flopped into halftime down 54-59. Pacers then came within 15 points with over 1 minute to go in the 3rd quarter as Brissett knocked in a three ball and made things 74-89. Although, Chris Duarte late in the 4th knocked in a step back mid range jumper. 99-105. Followed up with a Lance Stephenson mid range jumper but were still behind 101-110. Pacers scored just 10 fast break points to the Suns 16, shot 44% from the floor and slipped down to a 17-30 record.
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Friday, January 21st 2022: DeRozan misses a clutch three with 29 seconds left and the Bulls sustained a 90-94 loss to the Bucks. This defeat dropped the Bulls down to 2nd place in the East and moved the Nets into 1st. Including a 19-10 record when versing the East as well. DeRozan knocked in 35 points on 9 of 18 shooting from the field and went 17 of 18 from the free throw line. Following behind would be Vucevic adding a double double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds while shooting 7 of 17 from the field. Colby White with over 2 minutes to go in the 2nd quarter would knock down a mid range jumper and went up 16-14. Bulls ended quarter 1 by shooting 2 of 11 from downtown and were outscored 24-20. Thereafter, DeMar DeRozan in the 1st quarter earned his 18th point after sinking in a turning mid range jumper from the top of the key. 42-43. Few plays later and Alex Caruso would knock in a mid rnage hook from inside the paint to go up 44-43. Bulls shot 38% from the field, outscored Bucks 24-21 in the 2nd and walked into halftime facing a 44-45 deficit. However, with over 3 minutes remaining in the 3rd quarter, you'd catch Alex Caruso downing a three pointer to bring Chicago within three. 57-60. This also happened to snap the Bulls 18 striaght misses from deep at this point in time. Then DeMar DeRozan with 3:17 in the 4th jammed in a three ball and came inside 3 points, 84-87. Followed up with a Vucevic three to bring Chicago within four, 88-92. Bulls shot 18% to end their night from behind the arc, scored 4 fast break points and staggered down to a 28-16 win/loss record.
Antetokounmpo's double double was just enough to help the Bucks edge past the Bulls 94-90. This win keeps the Bucks sitting in 4th place throughout the Eastern Conference and moved up to a 5-6 record through their last 11 played games. Antetokounmpo jammed in 30 points and 12 boards secured on 11 of 22 shooting from the floor. Along with Middleton adding a double double of his own by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds while shooting 6 of 15 from the floor. Now after a Giannis Antetokounmpo blocked shot on Troy Brown he'd quickly get on a solo fast break that ended with a beautiful pass from DiVincenzo and buried a one handed layup while getting fouled in the process. 22-18. During the late stages of the 1st quarter. Then Wesley Matthew late in the 2nd quarter would help his team snag a brief 43-40 three point advantage as he buried a three point jumper. Bucks shot 26% from deep, team secured 30 rebounds to the Bulls 27 and entered halftime up 45-44. Come the 3rd quarter and the Bucks secured a 6 point lead as Khris Middleton dialed in a spinning mid rnage jumper. Thus going up 60-54. Shifting over to the 4th quarter with a little less than 5 minutes to go and Khris Middleton would hit a baseline jumper, 82-79. Although, the Bucks would add the knockout punch in the 4th quarter after Antetokounmpo sunk in a game ending reverse layin. Extending lead to 92-85. Milwaukee scored 10 points off the Bulls 8 turnover night, Antetokounmpo is averaging 28.6 in points per game in 2022-2022 and improved to a 29-19 record.
BREAKING: Well just one day ago we had ourselves a huge 3 team trade that would send Forbes to the Nuggets with Bol Bol and Dozier heading to the Celtics. Now Bol Bol is a 7'2 monster who can knock down shots from the field at a high percentage. Bol Bol is currently averaging 2.4 in points per game while shooting a solid 55% from the field. Keep in mind to that originally Bol Bol was traded away to the Pistons for McGruder.....but instead it never went through after hearing about Bol Bol having an injury to his foot and could very well miss the next 8 to 12 weeks. P.J. Dozier on the other hand is expected to be out for the whole year after injuring his ACL back in the month of November. However, P.J. Dozier is a threat when playing on defense and right now Celtics need a defensive minded player at this point of the season. Dozier in 18 played games in 2021-2022 is averaging a 5.4 in points per game while shooting 36% from the floor and 31% from downtown.
Thursday, January 20th 2022: Steph Curry missed a clutch game tying three in OT with 14 seconds left and the Warriors sustained a 117-121 defeat to the Pacers. This win helped Golden State remaon in 2nd place throughout Western Conference and trailed the Suns by 3.5 games back. Along with improving to a 20-3 home record. Curry racked in 39 points and 8 assists on 12 of 21 shooting from the field and 6 of 16 from deep. Including Thompson scoring 12 points on 6 of 17 shooting from the floor. Now an Iguodala 1st quarter blocked shot on Looney would lead to a Gary Payton two handed jam and increased their lead to 21-17. Thereafter, Steph Curry with over 3 minutes to go in the 2nd quarter would knock down a contested one handed reverse layin and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play. 50-47. Moments later and Curry would bury a deep three ball to go up 58-52. Warriors scored 11 points off the Pacers 8 turnovers, secured 13 team assists and walked into the half up 63-55. Eventually, the Warriors would be fortunate enough to secure a brief 74-73 lead in the 3rd.....thanks to a Curry running mid range floater. Warriors ende the 3rd by getting outscored 28-20. Come the halfway mark of the 4th quarter and Gary Payton would throw down a one handed posterizing slam over Bitazde. Thus going up 96-93. We will now shift on over towards the end of Overtime with just 1:00 to go. As Iguodala tossed an alley oop pass to Wiggins who dialed in a layup. 117-120. Warriors scored 29 points off the Pacers 20 turnovers, shot 21% from downtown and slumped down to a 32-13 record.
A depleted Pacers team ended Overtime on a 10-0 run while holding off the Warriors 121-117. Pacers during this win would pick up their 17th win of the year and carries a 4-18 record when playing on the road. Despite a tough one, Duarte jammed in 27 points and 7 rebounds while shooting 10 of 13 from the floor and finished 2 of 3 from behind the arc. Alongside Justin Holiday adding in 16 points on 6 of 13 shooting from the floor. As time was winding down in the 1st quarter Lamb would toss up a an alley oop pass to Jackson, who hammered in the two handed slam. 23-30. Leaving just 1 second on the clock. Next, Jeremy Lamb with 54 seconds left in the 2nd quarter would dial in a three ball to bring Indiana within five. 55-60. Pacers shot 40% from the field, outrebounded the Warriors 32-27 and entered halftime down 55-63. However, the Pacers would gain their first lead since the 1st quarter, following a Justin Holiday three ball. 68-65. Be aware to that the Pacers would be on a 13-3 run at this point in time. Although, the Pacers in the 4th quarter would force OT after a Justin Holiday gane tying three pointer, 110-110. But in the end, going into the late stages of OT and the Pacers would put this game to sleep. Once Sykes sunk in a dagger of a falling one handed layup, 120-115. Pacers outscored the Warriors 11-7 in OT, shot a pretty solid 43% from the field and bumped their record up to 17-29.
Wednesday, January 19th 2022: The Boston Celtics drop to 16-13 when versing the Eastern Conference after sustaining a tough 102-111 loss to the Hornets. This defeat bumped the Celtics down to a 7-4 record through their last 11 games and had their w-Game win streak snapped. Jalylen Brown knocked in 21 points, 6 assists and 6 boards on 9 of 20 shooting from the field. Including Schroder adding in 24 points while knocking down 9 of 16 from the field. Now the Celtics in quarter number 1 would secure a three point lead after Tatum buried a finger roll layin, 24-21. Then Romeo Langford during the Kate stages of the 2nd quarter would dial in a three point jumper and secured a brief 43-41 lead. Next, the Celtics during the 3rd quarter with 2:27 left would come within 10 points after Brown dished a pass to Grant Williams who knocked in a corner three point jumper. But trailed still 72-82. Although, the Celtics with 4:29 in the 4th quarter would cut the Hornets lead to just 7 points....thanks to Jaylen Brown sinking in a three ball and made things 91-98. Thereafter, the Celtics late in the 4th would crack the 100 point mark, following a Schroder three ball. 102-106. Celtics shot 30% from behind the arc, Tatum turned in 12 points and dropped to a 23-23 record.
LaMelo Ball's 3rd career triple double sends the Hornets past the Celtics by a score of 111-102. This win keeps the Hornets sitting in 7th place in the East and are now on top of 2 straight wins in a row. LaMelo Ball turned in 15 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds on 5 of 15 shooting from the floor and went 3 of 6 from downtown. Along with Terry Rozier adding a double double by scoring 28 points and 10 assists while shooting 10 of 18 from the floor. Terry Rozier during the 1st quarter would bring Chrlotte within one point after sinking in a mid rnage junper 21-22. Afterwards, Terry Rozier with 27 seconds left in the 2nd quarter would splash in a nicley made layup and extended their lead to 10. 56-46. Hornets shot 52% from the field, secured 21 team rebounds and entered halftime with a. 56-48 lead. Now the Hornets would continue to grow their lead late in the 3rd quarter after Kelly Oubre Jr buried a three pointer and made things contest 78-64. Subsequently the Hornets midway through the 4th quarter would gain a 91-84 lead on a LaMelo Ball contested corner three pointer. However, the Hornets in the 4th quarter would add the knockout punch after Miles Bridges got past his defender on a fast break and hammered down a windmill slam. 102-93. This basket was set up on Kelly Oubre forcing a steal off Tatum after the ball bounced off his foot. Hornets earned 9 fast break points, shot 41% from deep and improved to a 25-20 record.
INJURY UPDATE: The Portland Trail Blazers will now be without Damian Lillard aka "Dametime". Due to needing surgery to fix his abdominal problems. Now the Blazers certainly have had their struggles this season with or without Damian Lillard. Blazers as of right now are standing in 10th place in the West with an 18-25 win/loss record. Keep note to that the Blazers are losing a work horse in Damian Lillard. Despite all the bad woes going on, Lillard is still averaging 24 points per game, 7.3 in assists per game and a 4.1 in rebounding per game. Along with shooting 40% from the floor.
BREAKING: The New York Knicks went ahead and traded away Kevin Knox and a 2022 NBA 1st round draft selection to the Atlanta Hawks. But in exchange the Knicks got Cam Reddish. Unfortunately we have yet to see Reddish in a Knicks uniform due to dealing with a nagging ankle injury. Cam Reddish will end his three year tenure as a Hawk by earning a combined 11.1 in points per game, 3.4 in rebounding and a 1.4 in assists per game through 118 played matchups. Along with shooting 38% from the field. But here in 2021-2022 Cam Reddish is averaging 11.9 in points per game while shooting 40% from the field. So two percent better than his career average.
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Tuesday, January 18th 2022: The Knicks were outscored 29-19 in the 4th quarter as the final score culminated into a 110-112 two point defeat to the Timberwolves. This loss dropped the Knicks one gane beneath .500 and fell to an 11-13 home record. Try to keep in mind to that during the 1st half of this 2021-2022 NBA season the Knicks have had an inability to make shots and play good defense down the stretch. In other words they've looked tired. Randle spotted in 21 points and 9 assists on 6 of 15 shooting from the floor. Along with Fournier securing 27 points while shooting 10 of 17 from the field. Julius Randle during quarter number 1 would bury a step back mid range J with just 2:49 left on the game clock. 20-23. Then Julius Randle with over 3 minutes left in the 2nd would fire a pass to a wide open R.J. Barrett who jammed in a corner three pointer to come within 8. 40-48. Few plays later and Fournier would splash in a three pointer, but trailed still 45-53. Knicks shot 51% from the field, scored 2 fast break points and entered halftime down 49-61. Although, just nine minutes into the 3rd quarter and Julius Randle would fire his pass off to Evan Fournier for a corner three point jumper and snagged themselves a 79-78 one point lead. Next, Kemba Walker with over 3 minutes remaining in the 4th would knock in a critical three point jumper to go up 107-102. It's just unfortunate that the Knicks were unable to hold on to their lead and allowed the Wolves to kncok down their final 7 made free throws in a row to wrap this night up. Knicks heavily outscored the Wolves 40-25 in the 3rd, ended their night shooting 31% from deep and staggered down to a 22-23 win/loss record.
The Timberwolves win streak reached 2 in a row after holding off the New York Knicks by a score of 112-110. This Victory helped propell Minnesota to a 10-12 road record and are also tied for 7th place in the Western Conference with the Lakers. Towns turned in a 20 points performance and 5 rebounds on 6 of 12 shooting from the field. Including Anthony Edwards securing 21 and 3 assists while shooting 8 of 17 from the field. Now Karl Anthony Towns late in the 1st quarter knocked in a pull up three pointer. Which gave Minnesota a 20-18 two point advantage. Thereafter, during the 2nd quarter McDaniels would freeze his defender with a little hesitation before driving to the rim for one handed finger roll layin. Thus bumping their lead to 10 points, 50-40. Followed up with Malik Beasley knocking down a three ball and pushed their lead to 56-45. Wolves shot 44% from the floor, scored 10 points off the Knicks 13 turnovers and walked into the half up 61-49. Eventually, the Timberwolves for the moment would quiet the Knicks crowd after D'Angelo Russell buried a catch and shoot three point jumper, 78-73. Then come the early points of the 4th and Nowell would force a steal off Barrett's bad pass and got off to a fast break that ended with a beauty of a one handed layup, 93-91. Wolves were also on a 9-0 run as well at this point in time. However, the Wolves late in the 4th fought their way back into this game to gain a 111-109 lead with 24 seconds left after Towns rang in a well timed layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play. Timberwolves earned 21 team assists, defense forced 18 Knicks turnovers and moved up to a 22-22 record.
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Monday, January 17th 2022: Jazz got outscored 29-17 in the 4th quarter and it led them to a disappointing 95-101 loss to the Lakers. This defeat bumped the Jazz down to 4th place in the Western Conference and it moved the Grizzlies into 3rd. Along with trialing the 1st place Suns by 5.5 games back. Rudy Gobert dropped in 19 points and 16 rebounds while shooting 6 of 8 from the field and forced 3 blocked shots. Alongside Mike Conley scoring 20 points on 6 if 12 shooting from the field. Mike Conley would give the Jazz a 25-24 one point lead in the 1st quarter with 39 seconds. Thanks to burying a three point jumper. Then Mike Conley in the 2nd quarter would haul in an assist from Mitchell before splashing in a three pointer. But trailed by 8 still 40-48. Jazz shot a poor 35% from the floor, turned the ball over 11 total times and entered halftime facing a 46-52 deficit. Come the 3rd quarter and Joe Ingles would knock down a beauty of a three ball to give the Jazz a 64-62 two point lead. Luckily enough for Utah the beating on LA would continue with just 1:19 showing on the clock in the 3rd, as Royce O'Neale in transition turned in a corner three pointer. 75-66. This basket was set up on Rudy Gay forcing a steal off a "THT" bad pass. Ultamately though, Rudy Gobert during the 4th with 3:33 left brought Utah within two as he sunk in a layup. 89-91. Jazz outscored LA 32-20 back in the 3rd quarter, scored 13 points off the Lakers 12 turnover night and fell to a 29-15 record.
LeBron and Westbrook were combined for 40 total points in a Lakers 101-95 win against the the Utah Jazz. This Victory helped LA move back to .500 and ended their 3-Game losing skid. LeBron James turned in 25 points and 7 assists on 9 of 20 shooting from the floor. Including Westbrook splashing in 15 points while shooting 5 of 8 from the floor. Now Austin Revaes during the 1st quarter hauled in a pass from LeBron James before knocking in a layup, 22-19. Afterwards, Russell Westbrook would dish a pass to Trevor Ariza who buried a corner three pointer, which made things 46-37. Followed up with LeBron James then hitting a fading baseline mid range jumper. 48-37. Lakers secured 9 fast break points, shot a solid 50% from the floor and walked into halftime up 52-46. Although, with just 9 seconds left in the 3rd quarter the Lakers would end the Jazz's 9-0 run as Stanley Johnson secured a rebound on offense before knocking in a one handed layup and creating 2nd chance points for LA. 72-78. Now the Lakers midway into the 4th quarter kept themselves in this fight with Utah and at some point or another would gain a four point advantage....once Johnson hit a beauty of a layup. 87-83. However, Russell Westbrook with 40 ticks left in the 4th would blow past his defender before turning in a critical contested finger roll layin and got fouled by O'Neale to make this a three point play. 98-90. Lakers ended their night by securing 19 fast break points to Utah's 8, defense forced 14 takeaways and bounced up to a 22-22 win/loss record.
Sunday, January 16th 2022: Timberwolves last night routed the Warriors 119-99. This win snapped the Timberwoves 2-Game win streak and are one win away from .500 on the season. Karl Anthony Towns ended with a double double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds while shooting 11 of 20 from the floor. Alongside Nowell coming off the bench to chip in 17 points and 4 assists on 6 of 9 shooting from the floor. Now Minnesota with 1:01 left in the 1st quarter would secure a 6 point advantage, following a Nowell reverse layin. 26-20. Thereafter, midway through the 2nd quarter and Minnesota would extend their lead by 8....as Nowell hauled in a pass from Edward's before knocking in a three point jumper, 41-33. Few possessions later and Karl Anthony Towns would knock down a nicely made layup, 50-43. Minnesota secured 32 points in the paint, shot 44% from the field and walked into halftime up 56-53. Then with 3:20 left in the 3rd quarter you'd spot the Timberwolves snagging an 84-80 four point lead, as Beasley knocked in a three point jumper. But in the end, late in the 4th quarter Minnesoa would add the knockout punch after Taurean Prince knocked down a game ending three. 116-93. Timberwoves earned 21 fast break points, shot 49% from the field and improved to a 21-22 win/loss record.
Warriors were held beneath that 100 point mark, following a disappointing 99-119 loss to the Timberwolves. This defeat keeps the Warriors sitting in 2nd place throughout the Western Conference and staggered to a 13-9 road record in 2021-2022. Despite a rough defeat, Poole knocked in 20 points and 4 rebounds on 5 off 13 shooting from the field. Including Kuminga coming off the bench to score 19 points while shooting 6 of 12 from the field. Kuminga during the latter stages of the 1st quarter would knot this game up at 20-20, following his beaty of a layup. Then Klay Thompson with over 2 minutes to go in the 2nd quarter would bring the Warriors within four as he buried a three pointer, 46-50. Warriors shot a low 29% from downtown, scored 14 points off the Timberwolves 8 turnovers and entered halftime facing a 53-56 three point deficit. Ultamately though, the Warriors halfway through the 3rd quarter would utilize Jordan Poole to bury a three ball and go up 71-70. Warriors ended the 3rd by getting outscored 35-31. But come the halfway point of the 4th quarter and Jonathan Kuminga would catch a pass from Klay Thompson before splashing in a three ball. As they trailed still 92-111. Warriors were outscored in the 4th 28-18, turned the ball over 15 total times and flopped down to a 31-12 win/loss record.
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Saturday, January 15th 2022: The Los Angeles Lakers get thrashed by the Denver Nuggets after suffering a 96-133 defeat. This loss drops LA one beneath .500 and their losing streak bounced up to 3 in a row. LeBron James turned in 25 points, 2 assists and 9 rebounds on 9 of 23 shooting from the floor. Including Russell Westbrook scoring 19 and 5 rebounds on 7 of 15 shooting from the floor. LeBron James during the late stages of the 1st quarter would be responsible for bringing LA within four, following his fading three ball. 28-32. Then with over a minute left in the 2nd quarter, you'd catch Trevor Ariza knocking in a three ball off a LeBron James assist. Thus coming within 10 55-65. Lakers shot 51% from the floor, scored 4 fast break points and walked into halftime down 60-73. Afterwards, Westbrook with over 5 minutes left in the 3rd would power himself to the rim for well timed layup. But trailed still 71-88. Despite this game being over later in the 4th quarter, Stanley Johnson would knock in a layup to make things 93-131. Lakers ended their night by shooting 33% from behind the arc, turned the ball over 10 total times and fell to a 21-22 record.
Nuggets outscored the Lakers 31-17 in the 4th in order to pick a toppling 133-96 Victory. This win keeps the Nuggets sitting in 6th place in the West and are on top of 2 striaght wins in a row. Jokic jammed in a triple double by scoring 17 points, 13 assists and 12 rebounds on 7 of 12 shooting from the field and went 1 of 2 from deep. Along with Hyland adding a double double when coming off the bench as he knocked in 27 points and 10 boards while shooting 8 of 15 from the field and 6 of 10 from downtown. Now Monte Morris in the 1st quarter recorded a pass from Will Barton before splashing in a three point jumper, thus extending their lead to 22-16. Thereafter, the Nuggets lead in the 2nd quarter would get pushed to 61-43, following a Jokic finger roll layin. Nuggets shot 68% from deep, earned 11 fast break points and stormed into halftime with a 73-60 lead . Come the latter stages of the 3rd quarter and Denver would Crack the 100 point mark, following Reed securing a rebound on offense off a Nnjai blocked shot and turned in a nicley made putback layin. Which made this bout 100-79. Although, the Nuggets late in the 4th would add the knockout punch to LA's night....thanks to a Hyland three pointer. 131-91. Green helped out with his 26 points, scored 23 fast break points to the Lakers 9 and improved to a 22-19 win/loss record.
Friday, January 14th 2022: The Bulls were held beneath 100 points in last night's outing which led to a 96-138 blowout loss to the Warriors. Bulls with this defeat still sit atop the Eastern Conference and are now riding 2 consecutive losses in a row. Vucevic during loss turned in a double double night by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds on 9 of 13 shooting from the field. Including Colby White coming off the bench to spot in 20 points and 1 board on 9 of 17 shooting from the field. Vucevic late in the 1st would be the player to help the Bulls come within three, following his nickey made layup, 23-26. Afterwards, Lonzo Ball with over 3 minutes left in the 2nd quarter would power himself to the rim before knocking in a contested layup and got fouled by Otto Porter Jr to make this a three point play. 40-61. Bulls in half number 1 played bad defense as they couldn't stop the Warriors. Including turnning the ball over and poor shooting from the three point line. Bulls shot 27% from deep, turned the ball over 11 times and walked into the half down 47-78. Then with just a minute to go in the 3rd quarter, you'd spot Colby White knockomg in a layup. But trailed still 69-103. Where now shifting over to the 4th quarter with 31 ticks left as Simonovic hauled in a pass from Troy Brown before burying a layup. Which made the scoreboard 96-135. Bulls shot 42% from the field, scored 11 fast break points to the Warriors 11 and dropped down to a 27-13 win/loss record.
Warriors on Friday night toppled the Chicago Bulls by a dismantling score of 138-96. This win keeps the Warriors sitting in 2nd place in the West and avoided 2 stroaght losses in a row. Andrew Wiggins jammed in 21 points and 6 assists on 8 of 11 shooting from the field. Along with Kaminga coming off the bench to score 25 points while shooting 10 of 12 from the floor. Now the Warriors would snag a 1st quarter 20-15 lead over Chicaho, following a Steph Curry mid range jumper. Then Iguodala halfway through the 2nd water forced a steal off Troy Brown before delivering a half court behind the back pass to a streaking Lee, who jammed in a beauty of a layup. 51-33. Few possessions later on a fast break Golden State would bump their lead to 65-40 after an Oto Porter Jr mid range jumper. Warriors heavily outscored the Bulls 41-19 in the 2nd, shot 57% from the floor and entered the half with a massive 78-47 halftime lead. Come the 3rd quarter and the Warriors would continue to pounce on the Bulls.....as Kaminga buried a mid range flaoter. 101-67. However, the dagger for Golden State would come late in the 4th quarter.....once Lee dropped in a game sealing three ball to go up 135-94. Warriors shot 56% from the floor, scored 21 points off the Bulls 14 turnovers and moved up to a 31-11 win/loss record.
Wednesday, January 12th 2022: Knicks outscored the Mavericks 24-19 in the 4th as the final read a 108-85 Victory. This win propelled New York one game over .500 and are now averaging 104 points per game in 2021-2022. Randle jammed in a double double by scoring 17 points and 12 boards secured while shooting 6 of 17 from the field. Including R.J. Barrett knocking in 32 points and 7 rebounds on 13 of 22 shooting from the field and went 4 of 7 from deep. Now Julius Randle during the 1st quarter gave the Knicks a 10 point 24-14 lead,following his step back three pointer. Then with just 42 seconds left in the 2nd quarter, you'd catch Evan Fournier burying a three ball off a Randle assist, 54-45. Knicks turned in 13 team assists, shot 44% from the floor and entered halftime up 56-45. Ultamately, RJ Barrett would be responsible for increasing the Knicks lead to 20 points. After burying a three point jumper, 72-52. However, late in the 4th quarter and the Knicks would put this game on ice after McBride tossed an alley oop pass to Toppin who hammered in the slam. 108-83. Knicks earned 11 second chance points, scored 50 points in the paint and improved to a 21-21 win/loss record.
Mavericks were held beneath the 100 point mark after getting dealt 85-108 by the Knicks. This loss dropped the Mavs to 7-4 through their last 11 played games and had their 6-Game win streak snapped. Despite a tough tough defeat, Doncic spotted a double double night after sinking in 21 points and 11 boards on 8 of 22 shooting from the field and even turned the ball over 5 total times. Following behind would be Brunson scoring 14 points while shooting 6 of 12 from the floor. Jalen Brunson with 2:23 left in the 1st quarter would bury a mid range jumper and made things 19-28.
Afterwards, during the late stages of the 2nd quarter would come within 6, following Dorian Finney Smith's layup. 41-47. Dallas shot 3 if 17 from dep, were outscored 26-24 in the 2nd and walked into the half facing a 45-56 deficit. Come the 3rd quarter with over 3 minutes to go and Reggie Bullock would knock down a three ball, while trailing 64-78. Although, the Mavs final shot of the night would come late in the 4th quarter.....thanks to Nitilikina mid range jumper. 85-108. Leaving just 27 seconds left. Dallas's largest lead was 1 to the Knicks 25, turned the ball over 12 total times and staggered to a 22-19 record.
BREAKING: The Detroit Pistons have gone along and traded away McGruder for Denver's Bol Bol. Including a 2022 2nd round draft selection. Now Bol Bol is a 7'2 monster who can knock down shots from the field at a high percentage. Bol Bol so far is only averaging 2.4 in points per game while shooting 55%
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Tuesday, January 11th 2022: Curry earns himself his 9th triple double of hs career, but the Warriors still managed to suffer a 108-116 defeat at the hands of the Grizzlies. This loss dropped the Warriors down to 2nd place in the Western Conference and moved the Suns into the 1st. Curry secured 27 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds while knocking down 8 of 21 from the floor a 2 of 9 from downtown. Otto Porter during the final seconds of the 1st quarter in transition hauled in a pass from Curry before jamming in reverse layin, 24-27. Keep note that the Warriors by this point in time had scored 7 consecutive points in a row. Now a Thompson blocked shot on Ja Mornat late in the 2nd quarter would lead to a Steph Curry behind the back pass to Gary Payton who hammered in the one handed flush, 43-54. Including a Thompson three pointer with 5 seconds to go in the 1st half. 51-59. Warriors shot 33% from behind the arc, Curry had 12 1st half points and walked into halftime down 51-59. Come the 3rd quarter and the Warriors would gain their first lead since the 1st quarter.....as Steph Curry buried a step back three pointer, 61-59. Couple plays later and Andrew Wighinf would knock in a three ball of his own and made things 66-61. Warriors ended the 3rd by outscoring Memphis 39-28. Were now going shift on over towards the late stages of the 4th, where Golden State was able to climb inside 7. Once Payton secured a rebound on offense off a Thompson blocked shot and utilized a putback layin. 102-109. Warriors fell to an 12-7 road record, scored 10 second chance points and slumped down to a 30-10 win/loss record.
Grizzlies handled the Warriors 29-18 in the 4th quarter to cruise to a 116-108 Victory. This win propelled the Grizzlies win streak to a franchise best 10 in a row and stood in 4th place in the West. Morant dropped in 27 points, 8 assists and 5 rebounds on 11 of 23 shooting from the field. Along with Jaren Jackson securing a double double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds with 3 blocked shots. Now Ja Morant late in the 1st quarter got past a Warriors defender before turning in a nicely made layup, 22-14. Thereafter, Memphis would go up by 10, following a Tyus Jones three ball 27-17. Then during the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter, you'd spot Jaren Jackson knocking down a long catch and shoot three point jumper to extend their lead to 11. 42-31. Although, the Grizzlies pounding of the Warriors would continue, as Morant tossed a no look alley oop pass to Williams who hammered in the two handed slam. 51-35. Grizzlies shot 52% from the deep, Morant scored 18 and entered the half up 59-51. However, the Grizzlies with over 4 minutes to go in the 3rd quarter would gain a 77-74 three point advantage. Thanks to Morant tossing an alley oop pass to Clarke, who managed to hammer down the two handed slam. This basket would also be set up on Clarke forcing a steal off Curry. Ultamately, Williams would give the Grizzlies a 4th quarter 97-92 advantage with over 8 minutes to go.....as he knocked down a critical corner three pointer. But in the end, Ja Morant would seal the Warriors night with 28 seconds left as he drove to the basket for well timed finger roll layin and got fouled by Curry in the process to make this a three point play. 115-108. Grizzlies shot 44% from the field, earned 16 second chance points and moved up to a 29-14 record.
Monday, January 10th 2022: Bucks now trail the leading Bulls by 3 games after being dealt 99-103 to the Hornets. This defeat keeps the Bucks sitting in 4th place in the East and are riding 2 straight losses. Antetokounmpo ended with a double double by posting 26 points and 13 boards secured on 10 of 18 shooting from the field. Including Middleton adding a double double of his own, as he dialed in 26 points and 11 assists while knocking 10 of 19 from the field. Bucks with just 1:30 would come within 7 points, as Sandro buried a nicley made layup. But trailed 19-26. For the Bucks they had their struggles knocking down shots and defensively couldn't stop Charlotte from pouring on points. As they got outscored 19-28 to seal the first 12 minutes. Although, during the halfway point of the 2nd quarter, you'd spot Milwaukee snagging a 33-32 one point lead. After Boby Portis dialed in a beauty of a mid rage jumper. Then with just 28 seconds left in the 2nd quarter Antetokounmpo would give the Bucks another one point lead. Thaks to knocking down a three point jumper, 48-47. Bucks scored 6 fast break points, turned the ball over 11 times and entered halftime up 48-47. Now Antetokounmpo during the latter stages of the 3rd quarter would give his team a one point advantage. After hitting a mid range jumper, 61-60. Later on in the 4th quarter with over 2 minutes to play, Gianiis Antetokounmpo would hammer down the slam to tie this game up at 95-95. Few plays later and Wesley Matthews with 35 ticks left would knock down a game tying layup and made things 99-99. Bucks outscored the Hornets 25-20 in the 4th, scored 9 fast break points and dropped down to a 26-17 record.
Ball and Rozier were combined for 50 total points, following an impressive 103-99 win, over the Bucks. This win propelled Charlotte to 3 striaght wins in a row and are now 6-5 through their last 11. LaMelo Ball dropped in 23 points and 3 assists while shooting 8 of 19 from the floor and went 4 of 12 from deep. Rozier followed behind and jammed in 27 points and 7 rebounds on 8 of 17 shooting from the floor. Now Terry Rozier late in the 1st quarter would gain a 21-17 lead, following his three point jumper. Afterwards, towards the end of the 2nd quarter Terry Rozier would knock in a three pointer and increase their lead to 43-42. Hornets shot 37%from the floor, were outscored 29-19 in the 2nd and walked into to the half down 47-48. Come the late stages of the 3rd quarter and Charlotte would extend their lead to 74-63, once Washington drove himself to the rim to hammer down a slam. Eventually, Goron Hayward with 4:09 left in the 4th gave the Hornets a 4 point advantage after sinking in a three pointer, 95-91. Moments later and LaMelo Ball would the knockout punch late in the 4th....as he dropped in a mid range floater to break this 99-99 tie, 101-93. Hornets defense forced 20 turnovers, shot 39% from the floor and improved to a 22-19.
Sunday, January 9th 2022: Thompson and Curry were combined for 45 total points, following a 96-82 Victory, over the Cavaliers. This win allowed Golden State to tie the Suns for 1st place throughout the Western Conference. Also snapped their 2-Game losing streak as well. Curry dropped in 28 points on on 10 of 21 shooting from the field. Along with Klay Thompson dishing in 17 points while shooting 7 of 18 from the field and went 3 of 8 from downtown. Now the Warriors during the 1st quarter would earn second chance points, following a Poole mid range floater. 22-15. Then with just 2:53 remaining in the 2nd quarter, you'd spot Klay Thompson vetting his way to the rim before hammering down the slam. As the Warriors lead bounced up to a 46-37. Curry had 18 1st half points, team shot just 37% from the field and went into the half with a 51-46 advantage. Come the halfway point of the 3rd quarter and Golden State would push their lead to 60-48, following a Klay Thompson three point jumper. However, Klay Thompson in the 4th quarter would bury a step back three pointer to give his team a 90-77 lead. But in the end, Steph Curry with 14 seconds left would hit a dagger of a mid range step back jumper, 96-82. Warriors scored 22 fast break points to the Cavs 9, shot 40% from the field and bounced up to a 30-9 record.
The Cavaliers on Sunday Night suffered an 82-96 loss to the Warriors. This defeats keeps Cleveland standing in 6th place in the East and were trailing the 1st place Bulls by 5.5 games back. Lamar Stevens during this loss jammed in 17 points, 1 assist and 4 rebounds on 8 of 11 shooting from the floor. Alongside Rondo coming off the bench to spot in 15 points while knocking down 6 of 10 from the floor. Cavs with just 35 seconds left in the 1st quarter would come within three points, as Osman buried a mid range floater, 21-24. Thereafter, Lamar Stevens during the late stages of the 2nd quarter would haul in a pass from Cedi Osman before dialing in a nicley made layup. 45-51. Cavs shot 42% from the field, secured 29 team rebounds and entered the half down 46-51. Next, the Cavs with over a minute to play would come within 21 points after Darius Garland tossed an alley oop pass to Mobley, who hammered in the slam. But still trailed 58-79. Cavaliers were heavily outscored 28-14 to seal the 3rd quarter. the Cavs towards the end of the 4th quarter would come inside 10 points after a Rondo layin. Which made things 77-87. Cavaliers were outrebounded on offense 22-8, shot 29% from behind the arc and dropped to a 22-18 win/loss record.
Friday, January 7th 2022: Bucks are trailing the East leading 1st place Bulls by 2.5 games back, following an impressive 121-109 Victory, over the Brooklyn Nets. This win keeps the Bucks standing in that 3rd place throughout the entire Eastern Conference. Including their defense allowing 108 points to be scored against them and it happens to be 18th in the NBA. Antetokounmpo turned in 31 points and 9 assists on 11 of 17 shooting from the field. Along with Bobby Portis latching on to a double double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds. Now Bobby Portis during the 1st quarter would knock down a mid range jumper and scored the Bucks past 10 points at this time. 21-11. Few plays later and Gianiis Antetokounmpo would drive the baseline before turning in a two handed slam, 25-16. Bucks with over 2 minutes in the 2nd qwould continue to pounce the Nets defense and went up by 13 points. Thanks to a Nwrora three ball. 56-43. Bucks shot 48% from the field, scored 10 fast break points and entered halftime up 60-49. Ultamately, the Bucks would extend their lead to 12 points halfway through the 3rd quarter. As Antetokounmpo buried a nicley made layup and got fouled by Durant to make this a three point play. 71-59. However, come the mid stages of the 4th quarter and Milwaukee would finalize the Nets night once Antetokounmpo hit a critical three point jumper. 117-90. Bucks shot 81% from the free throw line, secured 21 team assists and moved up to a 26-15 record.
The Nets shot 6 of 21 from behind the arc while sustaining a 109-121 loss at the hands of the Bucks. The Nets remain sitting in 2nd place throughout the East and dropped to a 10-10 home record. Despite a tough loss, Kevin Durant spotted 29 points and 9 assists while shooting 10 of 19 from the floor. Including James Harden adding a 16 point performance. Aldridge late in the 1st would receive a pass from Durant and dialed in a nicley made layin, 18-27. Next, Cam Thomas would knock in a baseline mid range floater while getting fouled by Antetokounmpo and made this a three point play. 30-34. Couple of offensive plays later and Kevin Durant would bury a much needed pull up three pointer, 43-51. Nets shot 22% from the three point line, only turned the ball over 5 times and walked into halftime down 49-63. Now Kevin Durant during the 3rd quarter would be responsible for knocking down a mid range jumper. But trailed by 20 points 63-83. Although, James Johnson would force a steal late in the 3rd before getting off to a fast break that ended with Bruce Brown soaring through the air for a one handed slam. 78-96. Nets at some point during the 4th would reach the 100 point mark, following Sharpe getting around his defender and hammering in the two handed jam, 101-119. Durant has now scored 25 or more points in 9 consecutive games in a row, team shot 45% from the field and staggered to a 24-13 win/loss record.
The Nets shot 6 of 21 from behind the arc while sustaining a 109-121 loss at the hands of the Bucks. The Nets remain sitting in 2nd place throughout the East and dropped to a 10-10 home record. Despite a tough loss, Kevin Durant spotted 29 points and 9 assists while shooting 10 of 19 from the floor. Including James Harden adding a 16 point performance. Aldridge late in the 1st would receive a pass from Durant and dialed in a nicley made layin, 18-27. Next, Cam Thomas would knock in a baseline mid range floater while getting fouled by Antetokounmpo and made this a three point play. 30-34. Couple of offensive plays later and Kevin Durant would bury a much needed pull up three pointer, 43-51. Nets shot 22% from the three point line, only turned the ball over 5 times and walked into halftime down 49-63. Now Kevin Durant during the 3rd quarter would be responsible for knocking down a mid range jumper. But trailed by 20 points 63-83. Although, James Johnson would force a steal late in the 3rd before getting off to a fast break that ended with Bruce Brown soaring through the air for a one handed slam. 78-96. Nets at some point during the 4th would reach the 100 point mark, following Sharpe getting around his defender and hammering in the two handed jam, 101-119. Durant has now scored 25 or more points in 9 consecutive games in a row, team shot 45% from the field and staggered to a 24-13 win/loss record.
Thursday, January 6th 2022: Knicks rallied back from 24 points down to knock off the Celtics by a score of 108-105. This win allowed the Knicks to move into 10th place throughout the East and were rising 2 striaght wins in a row. Evan Fournier knocked in a career best 41 points on 15 of 24 shooting from the field and 10 of 14 from deep. Including Randle turning in 22 points while shooting 8 of 20 from the field. Gibson late in the 1st quarter would hammer down the slam off a Fournier assist, 16-21. Eventually, New York would come within 19 points after Evan Fournier got to the rim and knocked down a beauty of a layup. But still trailed 28-47. During the 2nd quarter of play. Knicks were outscored 38-29 in 2nd and entered halftime down 47-63. Now during the 3rd quarter Julius Randle would hail in a pass from Burks before downing a three ball. 59-75. However, the Knicks would fight there way back into this matchup late in the 4th. As Quickley knocked down a mid range floater to give the Knicks a 103-101 lead. But in the end, it would be RJ Barret's buzzer beating three to put New York up 108-105. Knicks shot 50% from downtown, scored 18 points off the Celtics 8 tuenovers and improved to a 19-20 record.
Celtics are now three games back of .500 after suffering a disappointing 105-108 loss to the Knicks. This defeat dropped the Celtics down to 11th place in the East standings. Despite a rough loss,Tatum dialed in 36 points and 9 assists while shooting 12 of 21 from the field and 6 of 11 from downtown. Including Schroder hitting 20 points on 8 of 20 shooting from the field when coming off the bench. Now the Celtics would jump out to a 7 point 1st quarter lead after Schroder buried range jumper, 23-16. Then Jaysom Tatum midway into the 2nd quarter would give Boston a massive 40-26 lead, following his three point jumper. Celtics managed to outscore 25-18 in the 1st and took in a 63-47 halftime lead. Next, Boston would secure a 20 point 3rd quarter lead after Schroder got to the rim before turning in a nicley made layup while getting fouled in the process to make this a three point play. 81-61. But things would go down hill and fast for the Celtics. But they kept fighting as Jayson Tatum hit a clutch step back mid range jumper with 2 seconds left in the 4th. 105-105. But Barrett and the Knicks in the end had other plans. Celtics shot 47% from the floor, earned 22 team assists and dropped to a ln 18-21 record.
Wednesday, January 5th 2021: Warriors fell to a 12-5 road record after suffering an 82-99 loss to the Mavericks. This defeat has the Warriors tied for 1st place with the Suns in the Western Conference. Curry dropped in 14 points on 5 of 24 shooting from the field. Including Wiggins scoring 17 points and 3 rebounds. Warriors in quarter number 1 would come within three, following Toscano Anderson hitting a layup, 17-14. Next, with over a minute to play you'd spot Gary Payton sinking in a well timed layup while trailing 38-50. Warriors back in the 1st tied the Mavs by scoring 21 points each and went into the half down 39-50. Ultamately, Gary Payton in the 3rd would knock in a nicley made slam and made things 61-56. Thereafter, Wiggins would end up knocking down back to back basket in a row after hitting a three ball. But trailed 80-89. Warriors shot 40% from the floor to end their night, turned the ball over 16 times and staggered to a 29-8 win/loss record.
Mavericks pick up win number 20 on the season as the final score showed a 99-82 win, over the Warriors. This win helped the Mavs move two games past .500. Along with moving into 5th place in the Western Conference and bumping the Lakers down to 6th. Finney Smith took in 17 points and 9 rebounds. Alongside Doncic spotting in 26 points and 8 boards on 8 of 18 shooting from the field. Now Luka Doncic late in the 1st quarter would power himself to the rim before turning in a nicley made layup, 21-19. Afterwards, Jalen Brunson knocking down a mid range floater to go up 48-36. Leaving just 1:53 left in the 2nd. Dallas managed to outscore Golden State 29-18 in the 2nd and entered halftime with a 50-39 lead. However, Dorian Finney Smith was responsible for knocking down a three point J to give the Mavs a 66-63 lead. Then late in the 4th with 8 seconds left Chriss would dial in a dagger of a three pointer. As ot boosted their lead to 99-82. Mavs retired Nowinski's jersey, shot 37% from the field and moved up to a 20-18 record.
Tuesday, January 4th 2021: Kings turned the ball over 18 times and it led to a 114-122 defeat to the Lakers. Kings remain in 10th place in the West while trailing the 1st place Warrriors by 14.5 games back. Despite a tough loss, Hield came off the bench scoring 26 points on 8 of 18. Shooting from the floor and finished 7 of 13 from behind the arc. Alongside Fox who secured 30 points and 6 assists while shooting 12 of 21 from the field. Now Buddy Heild let in the 1st quarter would bury a deep three point jumper to put the Kings up 25-20. Come the 2nd quarter and Sacramento would climb inside one point once Buddy Hield secured a rebound in offense off a Barnes missed three pointer and dropped in a putback layin, 52-53. Two possessions later and the Kings would regain their lead back on a Buddy Hield, 55-53. Kings shot 51% from the field, defense forced 1 steal and entered the locker rooms up 59-57. Harrison Barnes during the 3rd quarter would be responsible for dialing in a triple from the corner and gave the Kings a 79-77 advantage. Ultamately though, Buddy Hield would be the player to give Sacramento a 108-107 one point advantage after hitting a three ball. Thereafter, Fox with only 31 ticks left in this matchup would utilize a beautiful layup. But were still facing a 114-119 deficit. Kings as a team shot 51% from downtown, scored 6 fast break points and staggered down to a 16-23 record.
Lakers move 1 game past .500 after knocking off the Kings 122-114. This win propelled LA to their 3rd Victory in a row. Malik Monk dished in 24 points and 4 assists while shooting 8 of 15 from the floor. Including LeBron James spotting in 31 points and 5 assists on 12 of 26 shooting from the floor. Lakers with over a minute would come within three points, following Reaves dishing in a 1st quarter assist to Howard who hammered in the two handed slam. 24-27. Next, Talen Horton Tucker would give the Lakers a 33-31 two point lead in the 2nd quarter. After hitting a three point jumper. Lakers then secured a 5 point 1st half advantage after Howard forced a steal off Alex Len before getting off to a 4 on 2 fast break that ended with LeBron James slicing through the defense for a beauty of a finger roll layin, 43-38. Lakers scored 11 points off the Kings 10 turnovers, shot 18% from behind the arc and slipped into halftime down 57-59. Lakers late in the 3rd quarter weren't going to shy away after Malik Monk buried a nicley made three pointer to give the Lakers a 74-73 one point advantage. Now during the 4th quarter with over 4 minutes remaining, you'd spot LeBron James knocking down a three point jumper to boost LA's lead to 107-105. Followed up with LeBron James at some point or another adding the final touches to the Kings night with just 52 seconds left. As he drained in a critical layup, 118-112. Westbrook had no turnovers for the first time since the 2016 season, team shot 49% from the field and moved up to a 20-19 win/loss record.
Sunday, January 2nd 2021: Cavaliers pick up win number 21 on the year after knocking off the Pacers 108-104. This Victory keeps Cleveland standing in 5th place throughout the East. Kevin Love came off the bench jamming in 20 ppints on 6 of 13 shootimg from the floor and went 3 of 6 from three point land. Along with Mobley recording 24 poimts on 11 of 16 shooting from the floor. Now Kevin Love in the 1st quarter would give the Cavs a 24-23 one point advantage, following his three point jumper. Then Evan Mobley would be responsible for giving the Cavaliers a 6 point 50-44 lead with over 4 minutes left in the 2nd. Once he dropped in a fading mid range jumper. Cavs shot a solid 50% from the floor, secured 30 team rebounds and entered halftime up 58-56. However, Kevin Love late in the 3rd quarter at the buzzer buried a fading three point jumper to go up 88-84. Cavs outscored the Pacers 30-28 to end the 3rd. But in the end, Evan Mobley finalized the Pacers night late in the 4th, as he buried nicely made layup. 105-96. Cavaliers shot 46% from the field to end their night, scored 14 points off the Pacers 14 turnovers and moved up to a 21-16 record.
Pacers losing streak extends to 4 in a row, following a tough 104-108 defeat to the Cavaliers. This loss officially dropped Indiana to a 3-7 record in 10 played games. Despite a rough loss, Sabonis turned in a double double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds on 10 of 16 shooting from the field. Including Duane Washington Jr burying 20 points and 1 assist while knocking down 8 of 17 from the field. Brissett late in the 1st would knock down a three ball and gave the Pacers a 23-19 lead. Thereafter, Duane Washington Jr towards the end of the 2nd quarter would give the Pacers a 44-43 one point lead, following his step vacation three pointer. Although, the Pacers lead would increase midway into the 3rd quarter after Sabonis hit a three pointer. 68-66. Eventually, with just 8 seconds left in the 4th, you'd spot Washington hitting a three ball, but trailed 104-107. Pacers shot a 40% from deep, defense racked up 8 turnovers and fell to a 14-23 win/loss record.
Thursday, December 30th 2021: The 76ers are now 1-2 when versing the Nets in 2021, following an impressive 110-102 Victory. This win now has the Sixers trialing the 1st place Nets by 5 games while sitting in 6th place in the East. Along with their win streak going up to 3 in a row. Embiid turned in 34 points and 7 rebounds on 11 of 23 shooting from the field and went 3 of 5 from deep. Following behind would be none other than Maxey downing 25 points on 10 of 18 shooting from the floor and 5 of 8 from downtown. Now late in the 1st quarter Joel Embiid during this early back and fourth action would give Philly a 25-23 two point lead. Once he knocked in a three point jumper. Although, the 76ers with over 7 minutes to play in the 1st half would gain a 45-36 advantage, once Harris tossed an alley oop pass to Drummmond who hammered in the slam. Sixers defense forced 14 Nets turnovers, shot 39% from the field and entered halftime up 55-54. Now shifting towards the direction of the midway mark of the 3rd quarter, you'd catch Joel Embiid dialing in a mid range jumper and got fouled in the process by Aldridge to make this a three point play. Which of course gave Philly a brief 64-63 one point lead. Eventually, Tyrese Maxey during the 4th quarter would finalize Brooklyn's night after knocking down a baseline mid range jumper to extend their lead to 106-99. Sixers shot 42% from the floor, secured 55 rebounds to the Nets 60 and moved their record up to 19-16.
Nets have double digit losses due to sustaining a 102-110 defeat when going against 76ers. This loss dropped the Nets to a 10-7 home record and had their 2-Game winning streak snapped. Despite a tough loss, Durant still posted 33 points, 4 assists and 6 rebounds on 13 of 24 shooting from the field. Including James Harden securing his 6th 2021 triple double by piling in 33 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists while shooting 9 of 20 from the field. Well for the Nets, James Johnson late in the 1st quarter would knock down a nicley made layup while trailing 28-35. Then just 3 plays later and Griffin with 15 seconds left in the 1st would bury a three ball, 31-39. Afterwards, Cam Thomas with 3:19 left in the 2nd had tied this game up at 47-47 after draining in a mid range floater. Followed up with Brooklyn gaining their first lead since the late stages of1st after James Harden drove himself to the basket for a finger roll layin and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play. 54-52. Nets shot 50% from the field, earned 11 team assists and walked into the half down 54-55. However, Kevin Durant would be responsible for giving the Nets a 72-69 three point edge over Philly after burying a three ball in the 3rd quarter. Nets ended the 3rd by getting outscored 29-28. Subsequently, Brooklyn in the latter stages of the 4th quarter with 3:03 renaming would inch closer to Philly's lead.....as Durant buried fading mid range jumper while facing a 99-106 7 point deficit. Nets finished with 25% shooting from deep, scored just 8 fast break points and slipped to a 23-10 win/loss record.
Wednesday,December 29th 2021: Lakers got outscored 26-16 in the 4th quarter as they suffered a 99-104 loss to the Grizzlies. This loss denied the Lakers of back to back wins in a row and were two away from .500. LeBron James jammed in a double double by notching 37 points and 13 rebounds while shooting 13 of 25 from the field. Along with Westbrook earning a trippe double by pouncing in 16 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds on 7 of 16 shooting from the field. Now LeBron James would knock down a three point jumper to give the Lakers a 21-13 lead. During the 1st quarter. Then Carmelo Anthony would be responsible for giving the Lakers a 1st half 10 point lead, following his three point jumper to take a then 37-27 advantage. Few offensive possessions later and Stanley Johnson would knock down a mid range floater to give LA a comfy 52-39 lead. Lakers did manage to outscore Memphis 30-23 in the 1st and walked into the half up 54-48. Afterwards, at some point or another during the 3rd quarter Stanley Johsnon would knock in a three pointer to give LA an 83-70 advantage. Although, during the halfway mark of the 4th and LA's final score of night would come after Malik Monk drained in a beauty of a layup and made things 99-102. However, Avery Bradley with 23 seconds left in this game would have his three point attempt blocked off by Jaren Jackson and this matchup remained a Memphis 102-99 lead. Lakers shot 45% from the floor, secured 24 team assists and dropped down to a 17-19 win/loss record.
Memphis Grizzlies held the Lakers beneath the 100 point mark while securing a 104-99 Victory. This win keeps the Grizzlies standing in 4th place in the Western Conference and are on top of three steiaght wins in a row. Ja Morant finished with a double double by scoring 41 points and 10 assists while shooting 13 of 27 from the floor and went 6 of 7 from deep. Including Bane securing 20 points on 6 of 18 shooting from the floor. Tyus Jones would bring Memphis within 7 points after hitting a buzzer beater mid range floater, 23-30. Thereafter, Jaren Jackson midway through the 2nd quarter would power himself to the basket before downing in a slam, which allowed Memphis to come within 8. 31-39. Subsequently, Memphis would find a way late in the 2nd quarter to climb within 6 points, following a Ja Morant slam. But trailed still 48-54. Grizzlies outscored the Lakers 25-24 in the 2nd and entered halftime down 48-54. Come the late stages of the 3rd quarter and Xavier Tillman with over 2 minutes to go would jam in a nicley made layup and came within 10, 60-70. But in the end, Memphis would salt this game away during the 4th quarter. As Tyus Jones buried a mid range floater to give his team a go ahead 93-92 one point lead. Followed up with Ja Mornat securing a putback layin off his own missed layup and took a much needed 102-97 lead. Grizzlies shot 41% from the field, scored 21 points off the Lakers 18 turnovers and improved to a 22-14 record.
Memphis Grizzlies held the Lakers beneath the 100 point mark while securing a 104-99 Victory. This win keeps the Grizzlies standing in 4th place in the Western Conference and are on top of three steiaght wins in a row. Ja Morant finished with a double double by scoring 41 points and 10 assists while shooting 13 of 27 from the floor and went 6 of 7 from deep. Including Bane securing 20 points on 6 of 18 shooting from the floor. Tyus Jones would bring Memphis within 7 points after hitting a buzzer beater mid range floater, 23-30. Thereafter, Jaren Jackson midway through the 2nd quarter would power himself to the basket before downing in a slam, which allowed Memphis to come within 8. 31-39. Subsequently, Memphis would find a way late in the 2nd quarter to climb within 6 points, following a Ja Morant slam. But trailed still 48-54. Grizzlies outscored the Lakers 25-24 in the 2nd and entered halftime down 48-54. Come the late stages of the 3rd quarter and Xavier Tillman with over 2 minutes to go would jam in a nicley made layup and came within 10, 60-70. But in the end, Memphis would salt this game away during the 4th quarter. As Tyus Jones buried a mid range floater to give his team a go ahead 93-92 one point lead. Followed up with Ja Mornat securing a putback layin off his own missed layup and took a much needed 102-97 lead. Grizzlies shot 41% from the field, scored 21 points off the Lakers 18 turnovers and improved to a 22-14 record.
INJURY UPDATE: Paul George will not be on the court with his team for the next 3 to 4 weeks. After suffering a ligament tear in right elbow which was sustained just three seasons ago. Paul George so far this season has averaged 24.7 in points per game, 7.1 in rebounding per game and was shooting 42% from the field.
Tuesday, December 28th 2021: Robinson and Butler were combined for 51 total points to help the Heat secure a 119-112 Victory, over the Wizards. This win keeps the Heat in 4th place in the Eastern Conference and extended their win streak to 4 in a row. Butler knocked in 25 points and 15 assists while shooting 8 of 16 from the field. Including Robinson scoring 26 on 9 of 17 shooting from the field. Now Tyler Herro in the 1st quarter would knock in a three point jumper to take a 20-19 lead. Few possessions later and Jimmy Butler would drive to the basket for contested layin and got fouled in the process. 26-21. Then Tyler Herro during the late stages if the 2nd quarter would secure his 19th point of the 1st half, thanks to burying a corner three pointer to push their lead to 58-43. Heat shot 52% from deep, scored 15 points off the Wizards 10 turnovers and entered halftime up 65-51. We will now shift over to the 3rd quarter with over 5 minutes to play, where Caleb Martin knocked down a three point jumper, 85-57. Although, come the halfway mark of the 4th quarter and Miami would extend their lead to 16 points on a Duncan Robinson three ball. 107-91. Followed up with Jimmy Butler adding the knockout punch and pushing Miami's lead to 10 points. Thanks to burying a mid range jumper, 113-103. Heat outscored Washington 26-22 back in the 3rd quarter, defense forced 18 total turnovers and improved to a 22-13 record.
Wizards outscored the Miami Heat 38-29 in the 4th quarter, but still sustained a rough 112-119 loss. This defeat drops the Wizards to a 9-12 record when on the road and an 11-11 record when taking on the Eastern Conference. Despite a rough loss, Dinwiddie dished in a double double night by scoring 24 points and 11 assists on 8 of 16 shooting field. Including Kyle Kuzma securing a 22 point night while shooting 8 of 19 from the field as well. Davis Bertans midway into the 1st quarter brought Washington within 4, following his three point jumper 24-28. Afterwards, Kispert during the 2nd quarter cut into the Heat's 17 point lead, following his three ball. Which made things 36-50. Washington's defense allowed 60 plus points through two quarters, scored just 2 fast break points and entered the half down 51-65. Ultamately, Washington was far behind in this contest come the late stages of the 3rd quarter. As Swird turned in a reverse layin while trailing 68-87. However, things started to pick up for the Wizards during the 4th quarter after Kispert hit a three ball to bring his team within 8, 101-109. Couple possessions later and Kuzma with 28 seconds left in this game would knock down a three pointer off a Dinwiddie assist. 112-117. Wizards shot 49% from the field, back at .500 in 2021 and dropped down to a 17-17 record.
Monday, December 27th 2021: The Clippers on Monday Night basketball were dealt by the Nets as the final score showed 108-124. This defeat dropped the Clippers to 12-15 when taking on the Western Conference in 2021 and fell down to .500. Despite a tough loss, Marcus Morris jammed in 24 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds while shooting 6 of 13 from the field. Including Keon Johnson muscling in 15 points on 6 of 14 shooting from the field when coming off the bench. Now the Clippers would jump out to a 21-13 lead in the 1st quarter, following a Marcus Morris three pointer. Eventually, Eric Bledsoe with over 2 minutes to go in the 2nd would be responsible for bringing the Clippers within 12 points. Once he drained in a layin, 53-65. Clippers shot 40% from the floor, secured 25 team rebounds and entered halftime facing a 55-71 deficit. Ultamately, for the Clippers things didn't get any better towards the late stages of the 3rd quarter. But it wouldn't stop Johnson from burying a three ball, 81-100. Then during quarter number 4 Keon Johnson would drive himself to the rim and jammed in a nice layin. 104-119. Clippers ended their night by shooting 38% from the field, earned just 10 fast break points to Brooklyn's 23 and crumbled down to a 17-17 record.
James Harden's double double leads the Nets past the Clippers by a score of 124-108. This win gives the Nets 2 straight victories in a row and are 7-4 through their last 11 played games. Jame's Harden turned in 39 points and 15 assists while shooting 15 of 25 from the floor and 4 of 9 from downtown. Along with Claxron scoring 18 points on 8 of 9 shooting from the floor. For the Nets they would be able to fight their way back into this game midway into the 1st quarter. Thanks to Blake Griffin knocking in a beauty of a layup. 25-23. Thereafter, during the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter, you'd spot Harden turning in a nicley made layin and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play. 55-45. Nets shot 60% from the field, picked up 13 fast break points to LA's 8 and slipped into halftine up 71-55. However, Patty Mills would be the player to help Brooklyn secure themselves a 90-73 advantage over LA. As he dialed in a three point jumper. But in the end, Jevon Carter's three point jumper proved to be the knockout punch late in the 4th quarter. 122-106. Nets shot 56% from the field, scored 12 points off Clippers 11 turnovers and improved to a 23-9 win/loss record.
Sunday, December 26th 2021: The Pacers on Sunday night suffered a tough 105-113 loss to the Bulls. This defeat dropped the Pacers to 3-13 road record and sustained their 20th loss of the season. Sabonis turned in a double double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds while shooting 5 of 17 from the floor. LeVert secured 27 points on 9 of 22 shooting from the floor. With a little less than 1 minute remaining in the 1st quarter, Indiana would be responsible for coming within two points. Thanks to Myles Turner hitting a contested layup. 27-29. Then Myles Turner would haul in a pass from Sabonis before downing a nicely made layup. But still trailed 45-58. Followed up with Caris LeVert dropping in a mid range floater to come within 13 points. 47-60. Pacers secured 8 fast break points, shot 25% from deep and stepped into halftime down 48-63. We are now going to turn our attentions over to the late stages of the 3rd quarter, following a Duane Washington layin and made things 71-83. Although, the Pacers during the halfway mark of the 4th quarter would fight their way back to an 8 point deficit. Once Caris LaVert turned in three point jumper. 100-108. Pacers ended the night shooting 26% from deep, scored 62 points in the paint to the Bulls 44 and slipped to a 14-20 win/loss record.
DeRozan and LaVine were combined for 56 total points and it led the Bulls to an impressive 113-105 win, over the Pacers. This Victory keeps the Bulls sitting atop the Central Division and boosted their win streak to 3 striaght. DeRozan jammed in 24 points and 3 assists while knocking down 9 of 20 from the field. Including LaVine spotting in 32 points and shot 12 of 18 from the field and went 5 of 9 from behind the three point line. Now Dosunumo during the 1st quarter would bury a mid range floater to give the Bulls a 27-23 lead. Bulls shot 60% from the field and outscored the Pacers 33-27 to end quarter number 1. Thereafter, the Bulls with just 1:21 left in the 2nd would gain a 60-45 lead on a Colby White finger roll layin. Chicago scored 10 points off the Pacers 7 turnovers, shot 63% from the floor and walked into halftime up 63-48. Then come 3rd and Dosunmu would push the Bulls lead to 87-61 after sinking in mid range floater. Bulls were outscored 31-24 to end the 3rd. But in the end, Zach LaVine would be the player to help the Bulls finalize Indiana's night in the 4th quarter....as he knocked down a mid range jumper to extend their lead to 112-100. Bulls shot 56% from the field, scored 6 second chance points and jumped out to a 20-10 record.
Saturday, December 25th 2021: Bucks rallied from a 4th quarter 12 point deficit to knock off the Celtics by a score of 117-113. This win propelled the Bucks to 3 striaght wins in a row and picked up win number 22 in 2021. Antetokounmpo jammed in a double double night by posting 36 points and 12 rebounds on 13 of 23 shooting from the field. Including Middleton and Holiday each securing a 17 point night. The Bucks at some point or another during the late stages of the 1st quarter would come within 13 points after Antetokounmpo sliced and diced himself through Boston defenders and knocked in a contested layin, 22-35. Bucks struggled from deep as they shot just 14% end the 1st quarter. Thereafter, Milwaukee started to chip into the Celtics 17 point lead during the 2nd, following a Middleton three pointer and came within 10. 42-52. This basket was set up on Jaylen Brown losing the basketball out of bounds. Then it would be George Hill at the buzzer burying a corner three pointer. As thy still trailed 47-62. Bucks shot 38% from the field, scored 4 fast break points and stepped into halftime facing a 47-62 deficit. Now during the 3rd quarter Milwaukee would fight their way back to a one point defcit thanks to Middleton hitting a three ball, 83-84. However, the Bucks managed to take their first lead of the night after Pat Connaughton dialed in a game sealing three point jumper to make this bout 114-113. During the 4th quarter. Bucks ended the night scoring 16 fast break points, turned in 15 points off the Celtics 14 turnovers and improved to a 22-13 win/loss record.
The Celtics were outscored 27-19 in the 4th quarter while sustaining a 113-117 defeat to the Bucks. This loss dropped the Celtics to a 4-7 record theough their last 11 played games and fell to an 11-10 record when versing the Eastern Conference. Despite a tough defeat, Tatum spotted in 25 points, 4 assists and 9 boards while shooting 7 of 20 from the field. Jaylen Brown followed behind and added in 25 points on 8 of 18 shooting from the field. Now Jaylen Brown halfway into the 1st quarter would knock down a mid range jumper to put Boston up 17-5. Jaylen Brown also happen to 4 of 4 from the field at this point in time. Few Boston possessions later late in the 1st and Payton Pritchard buried a three ball, 24-13. Celtics shot 57% from the floor while outscoring Milwaukee 35-22 to finish off the 1st. Ultamately, the Celtics early surge in the 2nd quarter would force the Bucks into calling a timeout....once Tatum buried a three ball and went up 40-24. Then the Celtics 1st half lead at some point continued to grow after Jaylen Brown dumped in a corner three pointer. 52-36. Boston scored 14 points off the Bucks 7 turnovers, scored 7 fast break points and slid into the half with a comfy 62-47 lead. Nonetheless, Boston would bump their 3rd quarter lead to 78-65, following Williams hammering in a one handed put back slam off a Tatum missed mid range jumper. Then come the 3rd quarter and Jayson Tatum would be responsible for downing a mid range jumper to end the Bucks 9-0 run and secured a 111-104 advantage. It's just unfortunate that with 21 seconds to go in the 4th quarter Jaylen Brown would miss a baseline mid range jumper. As this game remained a 114-113 Bucks lead. Boston earned 24 team assists, defense forced 13 Bucks turnovers and dropped down to a 16-17 record.
Saturday, December 25th 2021: Kemba Walker's triple double leads the Knicks to a 101-87 Victory, over the Atlanta Hawks. This win improved the Knicks home record to 7-11 and remain in last place in the Atlantic Division. Kemba Walker jammed in 10 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds on 3 of 12 shooting from the field. Including Julius Randle dishing in 25 points and 12 rebounds while shooting 9 of 15 from the field and went 6 of 9 from deep. Knicks during the 1st quarter of play would get off to a huge 21-6 lead after Julius Randle drilled in a step back mid range jumper. Followed up with a late Landry Shamet three to go up 30-16. Afterwards, New York to increase their 1st half lead to 10 points with over 3 minutes to go, as Julius Rnadle buried a three point jumper. 51-41. Knicks shot 56% from the floor, secured 14 team assists and entered halftime up 61-51. Subsequently, Julius Randle in the 3rd quarter would notch his 19th point of the game after making a beauty of three point jumper and extended the Knicks lead to 70-59. However, O.G. Toppin would add the knockout punch to finalize Atlanta's night, thanks to throwing down a between the legs one handed dunk and made this contest 101-82. Leaving just over 1 minute to play in the 4th. This basket was set up on Matt Mooney forcing a steal off Cal Barber. Knocks shot 44% from the floor, Kemba Walker earned his 3rd triple double in his NBA career and improved to a 15-18 win/loss record.
The Hawks on Christmas Day suffered a routing 82-105 loss to the New York Knicks. Hawks slip one game beneath .500 and dropped to a 9-10 record when versing the Eastern Conference in 2021. John Collins dialed in 20 points and 8 rebounds on 7 of 18 shooting from the field. Along with Deion Wright filling in Trae Young by securing 20 points while shooting 8 of 13 from the floor and went 4 of 5 from behind the arc. Now the Hawks in quarter number were able to end the Knicks 19-3 run, following a Deion Wright three point jumper. 6-19. Eventually, Knicks would come within 9 points after Bigdanivoc buried a three pointer. 21-30. Then late during the halfway point of the 2nd quarter the Hawks would come within five points. Thanks to Mitchell Robinson turning in a reverse layin while getting fouled in the process to make thisba thrre pot play, 41-46. Ht. Thereafter, John Collins with 1:21 to go in the 3rd would hit a pull up three pointer to chip into the Knicks 19 point lead. 66-81. Despite this gane being out of reach late in the 4th, Atlanta would manage to get off to a 7-0 run on a Deion Wright layin. But still trailed 77-92. Hawks outscored the Knicks 21-20 in the 4th, defense forced 10 turnovers and dropped down to a 15-17 record.
Thursday, December 23rd 2021: Bucks picked up their 21st win of 2021 after knocking off the Mavericks 102-95. This win keeps the Bucks in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference and trailed the 1st place Nets by 2 games back. Middleton turned in 26 points and 7 assists on 8 of 14 shooting from the field and went 2 of 3 from deep. Including Holiday scoring 24 points on 5 of 7 shooting from downtown. Khris Middleton midway into the 1st quarter would hit a reverse layin while securing a 13-7 lead. Then come the halfway point of the 2nd and Milwaukee would secure a brief 39-37 two point lead, following a Jrue Hokiday three point jumper. Bucks secured 6 fast break points, shot 32% from the field and entered halftime down 41-43. Eventually, in quarter number 3 Jrue Holiday would hit a turning mid range jumper to bring Mikwaukee within one. 68-69. A play later and Mikeaukee would take a then 70-69 lead on a George Hill mid rage floater. But in the end towards the 4th quarter, Pat Connaughton would be responsible for adding the knockout punch after dialing in game ending reverse layin to go up 100-92. Cousins scored 22 points while shooting 5 on 7 from deep, shot 81% from the free throw line and jumped up to a 21-13 record.
The Mavericks were held beneath 100 points while sustaining a difficult 95-102 loss to the Bukcs. This loss dropped Dallas one game beneath. 500 and are now tied for 7th place with the Nuggets in the Western Conference. Despite a tough loss, Jalen Brunson would splash in 19 points, 8 assists and 4 boards collected on 7 of 15 shooting from the field. Along with Brown scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Now Moses brown in the 1st quarter would sink in a slam to give Dallas a 23-15 lead. This happen to be the Mavs second made basket in a row. Afterwards, during the late stages of the 2nd quarter, you'd see Chriss down a nicely made spinning slam and tool a 42-41 one point lead. Mavericks shot 38% from the floor, snagged down 28 rebounds and walked into halftime with a 43-41 lead. However, the Mavs final shot of 4th quarter would come with just 6 seconds left, as Theo Pinson buried a three pointer. But still trailed 95-102. Mavericks shot 26% from deep, scored 14 points off the Bucks 12 turnovers and slipped down to a 15-16 win/loss record.
Monday, December 20th 2021: Celtics were outscored in the 4th quarter 33-23, following a disappointing 103-108 loss to the 76ers. This defeat dropped Boston one game beneath .500 and secured back to back wins in a row. Despite a tough defeat, Jaylen Brown would jam in 30 points, 4 assists and 5 rebounds on 9 of 22 shooting from the field and went 3 of 9 from deep. Including Tatum knocking down 17 points on 5 of 14 shooting from the field and had 6 total turnovers. Now with over a minute to play in the 1st, you'd catch Marcus Smart knocking in a three point jumper and came within 6 points. 20-26. Then Jayson Tatum late in the 2nd quarter would power himself to the basket before dropping in a nicely made layup, 47-49. Followed up with Jaylen Brown receiving a pass from Smart before dialing in a beauty of a layup and came within two, 49-51. Celtics shot 16% from deep, scored 9 fast break points and entered halftime down 49-51. Nonetheless, Jayson Tatum with a 1:17 would dial in a mid range hook to help Boston secure a brief 74-71 three point advantage. Ultamately, Enes Freedom with 5 seconds to go in the 4th would sink in a mid range jumper. But trialed still 103-105. Celtics ended last night by shooting 46% from the floor, scored 19 points off the Sixers 15 turnovers and dropped down to a 15-16 record.
Joel Embiid's 41 points were enough to help the 76ers past the Celtics for a 108-103 Victory. This win moved the Sixers into 2nd place in the Atlantic Division and bumped the Celtics down to 3rd. Along with going one game over .500. Tobias Harris turned in 25 points and 7 rebounds while shooting 7 of 13 from the floor. Along with Seth Curry adding in a 26 point performance while knocking down 10 of 14 from the floor and finished 3 of 3 from downtown. Well for the Sixers Seth Curry would be responsible for upping their lead to 6 points, following his three point jumper. 23-17. Afterwards, Seth Curry during the halfway mark of the 2nd quarter would knock down a 2-point mid range jumper to extend his teams lead to 4. 41-37. Then just a couple of plays later and Seth Curry would bury a step back mid range jumper and made things 51-47. 76ers secured 22 team rebounds, scored 8 points off the Celtics 7 turnovers and walked into halftime up 51-49. Next, Joel Embiid during the 3rd quarter would knock down a three point jumper and tied this matchup at 74-74. Sixers ended the 3rd by getting outscored by Boston 31-24. Eventually, Danny Green would hit a three ball off a Seth Curry assist and gave Philly a 99-98 one point lead. Followed up with Joel Embiid's dagger of a three pointer to go up 103-100. Sixers shot 50% from the field, defense forced 18 Boston turnovers and improved to a 16-15 record.
INJURY UPDATE: Anthony Davis will miss the next 4 weeks of NBA action, after sustaining a sprain in his knee during a 92-110 blowout loss to Minnesota, back on Friday night. Now Anthony Davis's knee injury occurred in the 1st quarter of play, where he fed the ball to LeBron James to give himself a little space before McDaniels fell into Davis's knee and he immediately fell to the ground while clutching at his knee. Davis in 2021 so far has averaged 23.3 in points per game and a 9.9 in rebounds per game while shooting 52% from the field.
Sunday, December 19th 2021: Booker returned from injury to drop in 16 points while the Suns obliterated the Hornets 137-106. This win keeps the Suns in 1st place throughout the Western Conference and extended their win streak to 3 in a row. Chris Paul dished in 14 points and 9 assists handed out on 6 of 9 shooting from the field. Along with McGee coming off the bench to spot in 19 points while knocking down 9 of 10 from the field. Now the Suns would gain a massive 1st quarter lead after McGee secured a rebound on offense off a Cam Johnson missed shot and utilized a putback layin, 31-9. Then with over 2 minutes to go in the 2nd, youd spot Chris Paul hitting a mid range jumper and extended their kead to 61-38. Ht. Eventually, the Suns lead would continue to grow during the midway point if quarter number 3. Thanks to Cameron Johnson downing a beauty of a layup. 105-73. However, towards the end of the 4th quarter, Landry Shamet buried a dagger of a three ball to push the Suns lead to 137-102. Suns shot 56% from the floor, secured 19 fast break points and moved up to a 24-5 win/loss record.
The Charlotte Hornets sustained their 16th defeat of 2021 which culminated into a difficult 106-137 blowout loss at the hands of the Suns. This loss bumped the Hornets down to 3rd place in the Southeast Division and moved the Wizards into 2nd. Along with falling down to .500 midway through the year. Despite a tough loss, Oubre would come off the bench knocking in 18 points on 6 of 15 shooting from the field. Including Bridges adding in 26 points and 5 boards while shooting 10 of 16 from the field. It would be Kelly Oubre Jr during the 1st quarter to hammer down the slam and to make this bout 13-31. Thereafter, during the 2nd quarter Miles Bridges would dial in a three ball, but trailed still 35-59. Hornets shot 18% from deep, earned 32 team rebounds and entered the half down 47-69. Now come the 3rd quarter and Charlottle would come within 30 points on a Mike's Bridges fading mid range jumper to make things 59-89. Next, during the latter stages of the 4th quarter Nick Richards would bury a needless three pointer and still faced a 102-132 deficit. Hornets now trail the Heat by 2.5 games back from 1st place, outscored 29-26 in the 4th and dropped down to a 16-16 record.
Saturday, December 18th 2021: Celtics secured their 15th win of 2021 after holding off the Knicks 114-107. This Victory propelled Boston back up to .500 and improved their home record to 8-5. Josh Richardson recorded a season best 27 points and 5 rebounds on 9 of 14 shooting from the field. Including Jayson Tatum turning in 25 points on 9 of 24 shooting from the field. Now Jayson Tatum with over 2 minutes in the 1st would knock down a finger roll layin to go up 26-16. Then Boston's 1st half lead would continue to mount after Jayson Tatum buried a mid range jumper to snag a 60-45 advantage. Celtics outscored New York 32-18 in the 1st and entered halftime up 62-47. Next, Boston in the 3rd quarter were able to inch closer to New York's three point lead after Marcus Smart dialed in a three pointer, but trailed 71-74. Celtics were outscored 41-24 to end the 3rd quarter. But maintained a two point lead going into the final quarter. We will now shift over to the midway point of the 4th quarter, where Richardson helped Boston gain a 5 point edge after burying in a three ball, 96-91. However, Boston would eventually add the knockout blow to New York's night late in the 4th, as Richardson would yet again dial in a three point jumper to extend their lead to 114-107. Celtics scored 21 points off the Knicks 14 turnovers, shot 47% from the field and improved to a 15-15 record.
Walker and Randle were combined for 49 total points but suffered a disappointing 107-114 seven point loss to the Celtics. This defeat keeps the Knicks sitting in 12th place in the Eastern Conference while trailing the Nets by 8 games. Along with a 2-8 record through their last 10 played games. Knicks struggled to knock down shots during the 1st quarter, but it wouldn't stop Kemba Walker from downing a mid range jumper, 16-25. Next, during quarter number 2, you'd spot Evan Fournier hitting a three ball but trailed big 47-60. Knicks earned 16 team rebounds and entered the half facing a 47-62 deficit. Eventually, the Knicks were starting to gain a little momentum come the 3rd quarter and even secured a three point lead. Thanks to Kemba Walker knocking in a three pointer off a Julius Randle assist and made things 74-71. Ultamately though, the Knicks final score of the night would come after Julius Randle recorded a layup while getting fouled in the process to make this a three point play, but faced 107-111 deficit still. Knicks shot a sloppy 36% from the three point line, defense forced 13 Boston turnovers and dropped down to a 13-17 win/loss record.
Friday, December 17th 2021: Wiggins and Curry were combined for 57 points and the Warriors knocked off the Celtics by a score of 111-107. This win improved the Warriors road record to 10-3 and were on a 2-Game win streak as well. Curey spotted in 30 points 5 rebounds on 8 of 21 shooting from the field and went 5 of 14 from deep. Andrew Wiggins followed and added 27 points while shooting 11 of 20 from the field. Now during the mid stages of the 1st quarter, Gary Payton hailed in a pass from Steph Curry before turning a three ball and went up 23-10. Moments later during the 1st and Golden State would secure a 31-21 10 point lead off an Otto Porter Jr mid range floater. Warriors shot 50% from the field and outscored the Celtics 34-26 to end quarter number 1. However, Wiggins with over 2 minutes to play in the 2nd would hit a three ball and go up 64-46. Warriors shot 47% from the field, outscored Boston 30-28 in the 2nd and entered halftime up 64-54. Eventually, the Warriors lead would continue to grow during the 3rd quarter after Kuminga knocked down a nicely made layup, 61-41. Draymond Green then helped Golden State gain a 7 point advantage after hammering down the slam, 79-72. Afterwards, come the 4th quarter and Andre Igudala off a Lee assist would hit a three point jumper to secure a 95-91 lead. With over 7 minutes to play. Followed up with Steph Curry burying a game ending mid range floater and gained a 5 point 4th quarter lead. 109-104. Warriors earned 27 team assists, scored 13 points off the Celtics 16 turnovers and improved to a 24-5 record.
The Celtics 2nd half surge was cut short due to a 107-111 loss to the Warriors. This loss dropped the Celtics one game beneath .500 and had their 2-Game win streak denied Despite a tough loss, Tatum piled in 27 points and 6 assists while shooting 9 of 19 from the floor. Along with Jaylen Brown dishing in 20 and 9 boards collected. For Boston Aaron Nesmith bury a three point jumper to stop some of Golden State's momentum and came within five, 26-31. Keep note to that at one point Boston trailed 10-23. Then with 1 minute to play in the 1st half, Jayson Tatum would drive the lane and turn in a layup, but still trailed 52-64. Few possessions later and Jaylen Brown with 4 seconds hit a spinning mid range jumper to come within 10. 54-64. Celtics shot 40% from downtown, scored 6 points off the Warriors 4 turnovers and slid into halftime down 54-64. Then Boston during the 3rd quarter fought their way back and came within two points on a Jaylen Brown layup, 71-73. Celtics ended the 3rd by outscoring Golden State 27-14. Now we are going to shift on over towards the halfway mark of the 4th quarter, where Jayson Tatum sunk in a reverse layin to bring his team within three, 86-89. However, it would be Marcus Smart in the final 4 seconds of the 4th securing a three point jumper while trailing 107-109. Celtics shot 68% from the Charity strike, defense utilized 13 turnovers and slipped to a 14-15 win/loss record.
Thursday, December 16th 2021: Kevin Durant's double double was just enough to help the Nets slide past the 76ers by a score of 114-105. The Nets improve their win streak to 4 straight victories in a row and secured a 17-5 record when versing the entire Eastern Conference. Durant spotted in 32 points and 11 boards secured out the air while knocking down 13 of 24 from the field and 2 of 3 from behind the arc. Including Griffin and Claxton each adding in a 17 point performance. Now the Nets during the midway of the 1st quarter would gain a 28-17 lead after Cam Thomas hit a step back three pointer. Afterwards, Blake Griffin would help Brooklyn snag a 13 point lead after downing a nicely made finger roll layin and went up 53-35. Nets earned 10 fast break points, shot 63% from deep and entered halftime up 66-48. Then at some point or another during the mid stages of the 3rd quarter, you'd catch Patty Mills hitting a mid range jumper to push their lead to 85-79. Ultamately, Kevin Durant in the 4th would give Brooklyn a four point edge, following his pull up three pointer. 99-95. A few possessions later and Kevin Durant would seal Philly's night with over a minute to play after sinking a three pointer and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play, 107-103. Nets outscored the Sixers 29-26 in the 4th, defense forced 9 turnovers and improved to a 21-8, win/loss record.
The 76ers fall to .500 on the season after suffering a tough 105-114 loss to the Nets. This defeat dropped the 76ers down to 8th place in the Eastern Conference while tying the Wizards for 7th. Including 3 straight losses in a row. Despite a tough loss, Joel Embiid jammed in 32 points,6 assists and 9 rebounds on 11 of 20 shooting from the field. Following behind would be Seth Curry turning in 29 points scored and 4 assists on 13 of 21 shooting from the floor and went 3 of 9 from deep. For Philly, Thybulle during the 1st quarter with 25 seconds left would bury a turning mid range hook and made things 25-36. Then come the latter stages of the 2nd quarter and Seth Curry off an Embifd assist would knock in a beauty of three point jumper to climb within 10. 44-54. 76ers scored 3 fast break points, shot 34% from the field and walked into halftime down 48-66. Although, Seth Curry would help Philadelphia come within 8 points, as he drained in a three point jumper. 63-71. During quarter number 3. Next, with a little less than 2 minutes to go in the 4th, Joel Embiid with a defender in his face would knock in a mid range J, 101-101. 76ers outscored the Nets 31-19 in the 3rd, finished 10 of 34 from downtown nand dropped to a 15-15 record.
Wednesday, December 15th 2021: The Lakers hold off the Mavericks 107-104 in a thrilling Overtime matchup. This win keeps the Lakers standing in 6th place in the Western Conference and even trailed the 1st place Warriors by 7.5 games back. LeBron James turned in 24 points and 5 assists on 9 of 19 shooting from the field. Including Russell Westbrook dishing in a double double night by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds while shooting 8 of 18 from the field. Now Austin Reaves with 1:46 to go in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper to push LA's lead to 26-17. Then Carmelo Anthony during the 2nd quarter would spot in a 2-point mid range jumper to give the Lakers a 43-42 one point lead. Lakers defense forced 5 team steals, James had scored 15 of his 24 points and entered halftime down 47-50. Although, Anthony Davis in the 3rd quarter would knock in a mid range floater to hive the Lakers a brief 67-64 lead. Eventually, the Lalers would tie thus gane up at 93-93 and forced Overtime after Wayhe Ellington from the corner buried a three ball. Keep note to that the Mavericks earlier in the 4th with 7 minutes to play had a 7 point lead at one point in time. But in the end, Austin Reaves in OT would bury a game ending three pointer to give the Lakers a 107-104 lead. Lakers scored 10 points off the Mavs 11 turnovers, recorded 15 fast break points and moved up to a 16-13 record.
The Dallas Mavericks were held to just 11 Overtime points and it resulted in a 104-107 nail biting loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Mavs fall down to .500 on the season and had their 2-Game win streak snapped. Despite a tough loss, Porzingis dished in 23 points and 12 rebounds on 8 of 23 shooting from the field. Alongside Jalen Brunson knocking in 28 points and 9 assists while spotting in 11 of 18 from the floor and went 2 of 4 from deep. The Mavericks in the 1st quarter would come within three points. Following Tim Hardaway Jr hitting a mid range jumper and made things 17-20. Mavs got outscored 33-23 to end the 1st quarter. Now Dallas during the 1st half were going toe to toe with LA and then finally during the Kate stages of the 2nd quarter, you'd spot Jalen Brunson burying a three point jumper to give his team a 50-47 lead. Mavs shot 41% from the field, outscored LA 24-14 in the 2nd and walked into halftime up 50-47. Afterwards, during the 3rd quarter Tim Hardaway Jr would knock down a three point jumper as the shot clock was expiring to tie this gane at 67-67. Then Kristaps Porzingis would sink a three pointer to help Dallas gain a 3 point edge. 93-90. During the 4th quarter of play. Now we are going to shift over to latter stages of the Overtime, where Dallas would even this contest up at 104-104 on a three with 15 seconds left. Mavs shot 27% from deep, earned 22 team assists and suffered a 14-14 win/loss record.
INJURY UPDATE: The Dallas Mavericks got news that they will be without Luka Doncic for the next few games. Due to dealing with a nagging ankle injury. Now Doncic originally hurt his ankle back in early November against the Nuggets, as he tried defending an Austin Rivers layup attempt before he came crashing down on the back leg of Luka Doncic and it twisted up his ankle in awkward positions. Quickly after his injury occurred, Luka Doncic would go on to miss the next couple of games with pain in his knee and ankle before making a comeback days later only to re-aggrivate it during a recent 93-106 loss to the Pacers, back on December 10th. Doncic is averaging 25.6 in points per game while shooting 44% in 2021.
Tuesday, December 13th 2021: Curry dropped 22 points on 5 of 14 shooting from deep and it led the Warriors to a 105-96 Victory, over the Knicks. This win allows Golden State to remain in 1st place in both the Western Conference and Pacific Division. Also pushed home record to 9-3. Wiggins jammed in 18 points and 6 rebounds on 6 of 13 shooting from the floor. Alongside Poole spotting in 19 points in 3 of 11 shooting from the floor. Well Steph Curry surpassed Ray Allen to become the new three point king in the 1st quarter, following his catch and shoot three pointer, 12-10. Keep note to that Curry now holds the All time record with 2,974 made three's. Next, Golden State would knot this game up late with a Bjelica three pointer. 24-24. Leaving 41 seconds left in the 1st. Then during the 2nd quarter of play, you'd spot Looney briging the Warriors within two, as he hammered in the slam. 44-46. Warriors shot 40% from the field, scored 7 points off the Knicks 6 turnovers and entered the half down 47-48. Eventually, Golden State during the 3rd quarter would get off a 13-2 run on a Steph Curry made three pointer and bumped their lead up to 69-61. Warriors outscored the Knicks 24-16 to end the 3rd quarter and keep note both offenses struggled to knock down shots. However, Draymond Green's three ball midway into the 4th would give his team an 8 point edge, 88-80. Followed up with Wiggins burying a dagger of a three ball to put the Warriors up by 10, 106-96. Warriors earned 38 points in the paint to the Knicks 24, shot 45% from the field and improved to a 23-5 record.
Knicks were held beneath 100 points, following a tough 96-105 loss to the Warriors. This defeat keeps New York standing in 12th place in the Eastern Conference and trailed the 1st place Nets by 8 games. Along with their losing streak bouncing up to 4 in a row. Despite a rough loss, Randle spotted in 31 points and 7 rebound while shooting 10 of 21 from the field. Including Rose scoring 15 and 6 assists. Now the Knicks would gain a 22-19 three point lead after Rose knocked down a three ball. This would be Roses's 2nd made three at this point in time. Thereafter, a Julius Randle fading mid range jumper would give the Knicks a 2nd quarter 46-38 advantage. Knicks defense forced 7 Golden State turnovers, shot 38% from deep and walked into halftime with a 48-47 one point lead. Now with just 5 minutes to go in the 3rd quarter, Julius Randle would use his size and physical stature to get to the basket for a contested layup, 59-56. Subsequently, New York would chip into the Warriors 9 point lead, following Quickly tossing up an alley oop pass to Mitchell Robonson who hammered in the two handed slam. 64-71. Although, during the the 4th quarter Randle would bring the Knicks within 9 after hitting a step back three pointer. As they were still behind 91-100. Knicks were outscored 34-32 in the 4th, secured 18 team assists to the Warriors 28 and dropped to a 12-16 win/loss record.
Mlnday, December 13th 2021: No Paul George(Elbow Injury) and the Clippers topple the Suns 111-95. This Victory propelled the Clippers to a 2-4 record when versing the Pacific Division in 2021. Along with riding a 4-Game win streak. Marcus Morris secured his first double double in a Clippers uniform by scoring a season best 24 points and 11 rebounds on 10 of 16 shooting from the field and finished 2 of 4 from beyond the arc. Including Jackson knocking in 19 points on 6 of 13 shooting from the field. Now Terrance Mann in the 1st quarter would give the Clippers a 20-12 lead, following his three point jumper. Then with with a little less than than 3 minutes to go in the 2nd quaryer, you'd spot Reggie Jackson knocking down a three point jumper to push LA's lead to 51-39. Reggie Jackson and Marcus Morris were combined for 21 total points, shot 58% from deep and ended the 1st half with a 56-44 lead over the Suns. Eventually, Marcus Morris would boost the Clippers lead to fourteen points after burying a fading mid range jumper, 70-56. During the 3rd quarter if play. Unfortunately, Clippers were outscored 25-23 to end the 3rd. Nonetheless, LA would push their lead to 12 midway into the 4th, as Reggie Jackson blew past his defender and turned in a one handed counter layup to go up 83-71. This basket was set up on Heartenstein blocking Cam Johnson's three point attempt. The ultamate dagger in the 4th for LA would come on a spin around mid range jumper by Marcus Morris, 100-79. Clippers are 2-0 when versing Phoenix this season, shot 55% from the floor and improved their record to 16-12.
The Suns fall to 2nd place throughout the entire Western Conference, following a disappointing 95-111 loss to the Clippers. This defeat dropped the Suns to a 9-2 record through their past 11 played games and slipped down to 2nd place in the Pacific Division. Despite a tough loss, McGee turned in a double double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds on 5 of 13 shooting from the floor. Including Cam Johnson coming off the bench to spot in 17 points while knocking down 5 of 11 from the floor. The Suns off a Luke Kennard missed three pointer would get off to a fast break that ended with Cameron Johnsom downing a three ball and made things 21-25. Afterwards, during the 2nd quarter the Suns would come within 12 points, following a Cam Johnson mid range floater and made this bout 44-56. Suns shot 21% from the three point line, were outscored 29-23 in the 2nd and walked into the half down 44-56. Then at some point during quarter number 3 the Suns would inch to a 10 point deficit thanks to Bridges downing a mid range jumper off a Cam Johnson assist, 64-74. Now to start the 4th quarter Wainwright would utilize a putback of handed slam off a Cam Johnson missed three point attempt, 71-79. Unfortunately, Phenoix couldn't stop the bleeding on ethier end of the court but it wouldn't stop Elfrid Payton from hitting a finger roll layin. While trailing 92-109. Suns had issues knocking down shots in the 4th as they ended with 37% from the floor and 27% from deep, scored 22 points off LA's 16 turnovers while dropping to a 21-5 record.
Monday, December 13th 2021: scores 26 on 5 of 15 shooting from deep and the Warriors knocked off the Pacers by a score of 102-100. This win moved the Warriors into 1st place in both the Western Conference and in the Pacific Division. Andrew Wiggins and Green each posted a 15 point night. Along with Looney scoring 14 with 8 rebounds secured. Warriors in the 1st quarter got in transition off a Martin missed three pointser that would end with Curry dishing a pass to Otto Porter jr, who turned in a contested layup. 25-28. Then Steph Curry's three point jumper late in the 2nd would bring the Warriors within three, 47-50. Warriors in the 1st half shot 44% from the field, defense forced 6 Pacers turnovers and walked into the half up 55-47. However, the Warriors late in the 3rd quarter with 33 ticks would come within four points in a Otto Porter Jr mid range jumper, 80-84. Then Steph Curry with 48 seconds left in the 4th would be responsible for knotting this game up at 100-100, once he hit a nicely made finger roll layin. But in the end, the Warriors would steal this game away from the Pacers and secured a critical two point lead, following Kevin Looney utlizing a dagger of a putback layin off a Steph Curry missed three pointer, 102-100. Curry is two three's away from surpassing Ray Allen, team shot 50% from the floor and jumped up to a 22-5 record.
The Pacers were held to 16 4th quarter points that culminated into a 100-102 loss to the Warriors. This loss now had the Pacers just five games back from .500 and had their 3-Game win streak snapped. During this defeat, Sabonis utilized a double double night by scoring 30 points and 11 boards on 12 of 17 shooting from the field. Alongside his teammate Brogdon who posted 23 points and 8 assists. Now Indiana was off to a hot start late in the 1st quarter after Brissett knocked down an off balance corner three pointer, 26-19. Afterwards, Brogdon with 40 seconds left in the 2nd would would dial in a three pointer. Which gave Indiana a 55-47 advantage. Pacers scored 9 points off the Warriors 11 turnovers, shot 4 of 16 from behind the arc and entered the half with a 55-47 lead. Next, during the 3rd quarter and Indiana would push to their lead to three points, following a Caris LeVert three ball 70-67. Ultimately, during the latter stages of the 4th quarter, you'd catch the Pacers going up by 5 with 1:33 to go, following a Sabonis layup and made things 100-95. Right before disaster struck Indiana in the end with a Looney game winner. Pacers ended their night shooting a poor 23% from downtown, secured 16 team assists to the Warriors 21 and slipped down to a 12-17 win/loss record.
INJURY UPDATE: The Heat will be missing their big man Bam Adebayo after undergoing surgery to fix his UCL that he tore in his thumb. He is expected to be out for the next 4 to 6 weeks. Now Bam Adebayo sustained his right thumb injury by going up for a pass before jamming his thumb into Jeff Green and immediately started to clutch his hand injury with immense pain. Ultamately, this would force Bam to leave the game during a Monday Night 111-120 defeat to the Nuggets. Adebayo in 2021 has played 18 games this year while averaging 18.7 in points per game, 10.2 in rebounding per game and a 3.2 in assists per game, while shooting 51% from the field.
INJURY UPDATE: Jerami Grant is now moved to out for the year with an injured thumb. Now Grant injured his thumb losing control of the basketball with Ingram defending him and while diving for the free ball he planted his hand down to the ground before clutching at his thumb in extreme pain. During a 109-93 loss to the Pelicans and this dropped his team down to a 4-21 record at this point in time. So far Jerami Grant in 2021 is averaging 20.1 in points per game, 4.8 in rebounds per game and a 2.6 in assists per game, while shooting 41.4% from the field.
Sunday, December 12th 2021: LeBron James 2nd triple double of 2021 leads the Lakers past the Magic for a much needed 106-94 Victory. This win allowed Los Angeles to avoid falling back down to .500 and improved to a 10-7 record when playing at home. LeBron James turned in 30 points, 10 assists and 11 rebounds while shooting 12 of 20 from the field and went 3 of 7 from deep. Along with Russell Westbrook and Talen Horton Tucker each spotting in a 19 point performance. Carmelo Anthony late in the 1st quarter with over 2 minutes to go would knock down a nicely made three pointer, but still trailed 18-22. Then LeBron James late in the 2nd would snag a rebound on defense before driving down court for a beauty of a layup, which pushed their lead to 47-51. Lakers shot 43% from the field, scored 5 points off the Magic's 10 turnovers and walked into halftime down 49-52. Come the 3rd quarter and Malik Monk would throw up an alley oop pass to DeAndre Jordan,who hammered in the slam, 78-56. Lakers heavily damaged Orlando by outscoring them 36-10 to end the 3rd. Eventually, Russell Westbrook in the 4th quarter would power himself to the basket before delivering a dagger of a layup. 106-94. Lakers secured 50 points whn getting inside the paint to Magic's 36, defense forced 12 total steals and they bounced up to a 15-13 record.
The Magic's win/loss record get's worse after suffering a 94-106 defeat to the Lakers. This loss dropped the Magic to their 23rd loss of the year and had their losing streak stretched out to 5 in a row. Despite a tough loss, Wagner would spot in a 20 point performance and 7 boards secured on 8 of 18 shooting from the floor. Including Cole Anthony dishing in 21 points, 5 assists and 6 rebounds on 6 of 18 shooting from the floor and finished 4 of 11 from downtown. Now the Magic were having their way a little in the 1st quarter after R.J. Hampton hauled in a pass from Robin Lopez and dialed in a three point jumper, 25-18. Afterwards, Cole Anthony's 2nd quarter three point jumper would push the Magic's lead to 48-43. Magic shot a pretty solid 40% from behind the arc, scored 2 fast break points to the Lakers 9 and marched into halftime with a 52-49 lead. At some point in time during the 3rd quarter, you'd spot Robin Lopez knocking down a layup but were still behind 60-82. We are now going to turn our attentions over to the 4th quarter with over 2 minutes to go, where Cole Anthony dialed in a three pointer to bring his team within 10 points, 94-104. Magic turned the ball over a total of 18 times, earned 15 second chance points to LA's 8 and plummeted to a 5-23 record.
Saturday, December 11th 2021: The 76ers rallied back from being down by 13 points to pick up a 102-93 Victory, over the Warriors. This win now has Philly trailing the Nets by 3.5 games back from 1st place in thr Atlanta Division. Embiid dropped 26 points on 7 of 16 shooting from the floor. Along with Maxey dishing in 14 points and 2 assists. The Sixers in the 1st quarter would snag a three point lead after Danny Green hit a corner three and went up 20-17. Afterwards, Tyrese Maxey would utilize a buzzer beating left handed layup to bring Philly within three. 46-49. Sixers shot 30% from behind the arc, earned just 8 team assists to the Warriors 11 and walked into the half down 46-49. Sixers at some point during the 3rd jumped out to a 9-0 run as Korkmaz drained a three pointer from the corner and brought the 76ers within three, 70-73. Then come the midway point of the 4th and Maxey would knock down a tough spinning one handed layup to give Philadelphia an 8 point 91-83 edge. Few possessions later and Joel Embiid's mid range jumper would be the dagger to finalize the Warriors nights. 98-89. 76ers shot 46% from the field, defense forced 13 turnovers and moved up to a 15-12 record.
Warriors were outscored 32-20 in the 4th and sustained a tough 93-102 loss to the 76ers. This loss dropped the Warriors down to 2nd place in the both the Pacific Division and Western Conference. While having their 2-Game win streak snapped. Steph Curry recorded 15 points on 6 od 20 shooting from the field. Including Poole adding 23 points. Now the Warriors would gain a 22-21 lead after Jordan Poole knocked down a three point jumper off a screen that Gary Payton set. Warriors ended the 1st by shooting 22% from deep. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter, you'd see Steph Curry drop in his 1st three point jumper of the night and tied this game up at 42-42. Followed up with Steph Curry giving the Warriors a 49-44 five point advantage, following his three pointer. Curry had 15 points on 2 of 6 shooting from deep, scored 9 points off the Sixers 6 turnovers and entered halftime up 49-46. Eventually, Jordan Poole halfway into the 3rd would give his team a 13 point advantage after knocking down a three point jumper, 69-56. Now the Warriors during the 4th quarter with 41 ticks remaining would chip into the Sixers 11 point lead by Kimonga dialing in a layup, 91-102. Warriors shot 12 of 48 from deep, scored 14 fast break points and plummeted to a 21-5 record.
Friday, December 10th 2021: Suns outscored the Celtics 27-21 in the final quarter and secured a 111-90 Victory. This win allowed the Suns to tie the Warriors for 1st place in the Pacific Division. Including the team now shooting 47% from the field and it happens to be 1st in the NBA. Chris Paul jammed and Shamet each tallied in a 10 point night. Along with McGee turning in 21 points and 15 rebounds. Johnson with 31 seconds left in the 1st would bury a three ball to give the suns a 25-22 lead. Then during quarter number 2, you'd see Jae Crowder haul in a pass from Chris Paul before downing a three point jumper to push their lead to 57-33. Suns shot 44% from the field, defense forced 9 turnovers and walked into halftime with a 57-39 lead. Next, the Suns in quarter number 3 with 4:40 to go would push their lead to 71-52, thanks to a Cam Johnson three pointer. But in the end, the Suns would add the knockout punch after Cameron Johnson delivered a dagger of three ball late in the 4th quarter to put his team up 111-84. Suns outscored Boston 32-15 to end the 3rd, shot 44% from the field and improved to a 21-4 record.
The Celtics were held underneath 100 points and it led them to a disappointing 90-111 loss to the Suns. This loss dropped the Celtics one game past .500. Along with 108 points per game this season which happens to be 12th in the NBA. Despite a tough defeat, Tatum turned in 25 points on 10 of 25 shooting from the field. Including Schroder tipping in 15 and 3 rebounds. Now Langford late in the 1st quarter would give Boston a 20-15 five point lead after hitting a mid range floater. Next, Schroder with 57 ticks left in the 2nd would dial in a mid range floater of his own but still trailed 39-57. Keep note to that Boston in the 1st half were looking sluggish as they couldn't stop the Suns from scoring at WILL and had their offensive struggles as well. As in having trouble knocking down shots. Celtics scored 6 points off the Suns 8 turnovers, shot an obliterating 8% from deep and entered halftime down 39-57. Then during the 3rd quarter Boston would come within 14 points, following a Tatum finger roll layin. 50-64. Now we are going to shift on over to the mid stages of the 4th quarter, where Payton Pritchard buried a three point jumper with his team trailing big still. 72-94. Celtics shot 4 of 26 from behind the arc, turned the ball over 13 total timed and staggered down to a 13-14 win/loss record.
Thursday, December 9th 2021: Mitchell's 22 points and Gobert's 21 rebounds was just enough to hold off the 76ers by a score of 118-96. This win allowed the Jazz improve their win streak to 7 victories in a row and remain in 3rd place throughout the Western Conference and trailed the Warriors by 3.5 games back. Rudy Gobert secured 17 points and 1 assist on 6 of 11 shooting from the field and went 5 of 8 from the free throw line. Including Whiteside coming off the bench to rack in a double double by piling in 14 points and 10 rebounds, while shooting 5 of 8 from the field. Mitchell early in the 1st quarter delivered a bounce pass to Whitseside who powered himself to the basket for a contested layup, 21-19. Then Joe Ingles late in the 1st would bring the Jazz within two, following his three point jumper 27-29. Eventually, midway into the 2nd quarter Utah would take a four point lead and forced Philly to a take a timeout after tossed an alley oop pass to Rudy Gay, who hammered in the two handed slam, 44-40. Mitchell secured 17 points on 6 of 14 shooting, shot 46% from the floor and entered halftime up 61-54. Eventually, during the later stages of the 3rd quarter would drop in a nicely made finger layin and increased their lead to 80-68. Nonetheless, come the early parts of the 4th quarter and Utah would continue to punish Philly, thanks to Gobert turning in a putback layin off Clarkson's missed three, 99-81. But in the end, it would be Jordan Clarkson's dagger of three point jumper with 1:38 to go in 4th to seal Philly's night for good. The Jazz racked in 22 team assists, outrebounded the 76ers 63-43 and powered themselves to an 18-7 record.
The 76ers were held beneath 100 points and it resulted in a 96-118 defeat when going against the Jazz. This loss dropped the Sixers to a 9-8 record when versing the Eastern Conference and had their 3-Game win streak snapped. Despite a tough defeat, Joel Embiid jammed in 19 points and 9 rebounds while shooting 8 of 18 from the field and forced 3 steals on defense. Alongside his teammate, Seth Curry who posted 18 points, 4 assists and 2 rebounds on 7 of 12 shooting from the field. Now Embiid in transition off a Mitchell missed layup would blow past defenders before hammering in a nasty one handed slam, 21-21. Thereafter, Tobias Harris would push the Sixers lead to three after attacking the basket for nicley made layup, 25-22. Now with over 4 minutes to play in the 2nd, you'd see Seth Curry dial in a three ball off an Embiid assist and made things 46-47. Unfortunately Philly had their issues in the 1st half knocking down shots due to a stingy Utah defense and and couldn't defend on the other end as well. Philly were outscored in the 2nd 34-22, shot just 16% from beyond the three point line and walked into halftime facing a 54-61 7 point deficit. Then Niang would be responsible for knocking down a 3rd quarter three pointer, but still trailed by ten. 73-83. We are now going to shift on over to the late stages of the 4th quarter with Niang scoring off a spinning layup, 92-113. Although, a couple of plays later and Bassey would bury a mid range floater while being behind 94-113. Sixers scored 19 points off Utah's 11 turnovers, shot 93% from the charity strike and dropped down to a 14-12 record.
Wednesday, December 8th 2021: Antetokounmpo was held to 15 points and the Bucks suffered a tough 104-113 loss to the Heat. This loss snapped the Bucks 2-Game win streak that they were on. Along with remaining in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference and trailed the Nets by 1.5 games back from 1st. Despite a tough loss, Jrue Holiday would drop in 27 points and 4 rebounds on 12 of 27 shooting from the field. Including Khris Middleton knocking in 20 points while shooting 5 of 13 from the field and went 4 of 8 from deep. Bucks late in the 1st quarter gained a 25-21 four point lead, following Rodney Hood knocking down a mid range jumper while getting fouled in the process. Thereafter, Jrue Holiday would be responsible for giving the Bucks a laye 2nd quarter two point lead, after sinking in a three point jumper, 40-38. Couple possessions later and Giannis Antetokounmpo would power himself to the basket before sinking in a layup with 30 seconds left and went up 51-41. Bucks shot 36% from the field, scored 19 points off the Heat's 15 turnovers and entered halftime up 55-41. Then midway into the 3rd quarter Jrue Holiday would knock in mid range jumper to go up 72-69. This basket was set up on Tyler Herro stepping out of bounds. Ultimately, Khris Middleton would help Milwaukee pull within two points with 7:14 left in the 4th, following a thre point jumper 94-96. Few possessions later and Middleton would down a critical three pointer, but trailed 104-109. Bucks shot 30% from behind the arc, scored 29 points off the Heat's 20 turnovers and plummeted to a 16-10 win/loss record.
Miami Heat shot 22 of 47 from behind the arc to slide past the Bucks for a 113-104 Victory. This win keeps Miami standing in 3rd place throughout the Eastern Conference and trailed the Nets by 2.5 games back. Kyle Lowry ended with a double double by scoring 22 points and 13 assists on 9 of 21 shooting from the field. Following behind him would be Caleb Martin who drained in 28 points and 8 rebounds while knocking down 9 of 12 from the field. Now Lowry in the 1st quarter would dish a pass to Yurtseven who was inside the paint and dropped in a one handed layup, 21-19. Next, midway into quarter 2 Caleb Martin would would come up with a huge defensive play by blocking a Bobby Portis dunk. Moments after and Caleb Martin would make his presence felt only this time on the offensive side of things. As he knocked in a catch and shoot three pointer 35-34. With over 5 minutes to go in the 1st half. Heat shot 38% from deep, fouled 13 total times to the Bucks 6 and walked into halftime down 41-55. Eventually, Miami would take a brief 69-68 one point lead late in the 3rd, following a Duncan Robinson three pointer. We are now going to shift over to the late stages of the 4th quarter, where dialed in a three pointer to go up 105-98. This basket also helped the Heat tie a team record with 22 made three's up to this point. In the end, the knockout punch for Miami would come with 1:14 to play in the 4th, following a Kyle Lowry step back mid range jumper to put his team up 109-101. Miami ended theur night by shooting 51% from the floor, outscored the Bucks 30-27 in the 4th and improved to a 15-11 record.
Tuesday, December 7th 2021: Westbrook and LeBron James were combined for 54 total points en route to a 117-102 Victory, over the Celtics. This win propelled the Lakers to an 8-8 record when playing at home and fended off back to back losses in a row. LeBron James turned in 30 points and 5 assists on 12 of 19 shooting from the field. Including Russell Westbrook jamming in 24 points and 11 assists while knocking down 9 of 16 from the field. In the 1st quarter Russell Westbrook would drive the lane and knocked in a nicley made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 29-26. Afterwards, Avery Bradley would haul in a pass from Talen Horton Tucker before dialing in a beauty of a three point jumper, 47-42. Lakers shot a solid 55% from the field, forced 7 turnovers and entered halftime up 60-55. Come the 3rd quarter and LeBron James would slice and dice his way through the Boston defense before turning in a layup to boost LA's lead to 66-57. Although, LA would continue to increase their 3rd quarter lead after Davis forced a steal off Smart's bad in bound pass before finding a wide open LeBron James all by himself and hammered in a tomahawk slam. 70-60. Lakers ended the 3rd by shooting 56% from the floor and outscored the Celtics 31-20. But in the end, LA would deliver the final blow to the Celtics night late in 4th, once Malik Monk secured a game ending three ball, 117-102. Lakers earned 66 points in the paint, shot 51% from the field and improved to a 13-12 record.
The Celtics shot 10 of 33 from thr three point line and game culminated into a 102-117 blowout loss to the Lakers. This loss officially dropped the Celtics to a 1-1 record when versing LA in 2021. Along with slipping down to 3rd place in the Atlantic Division and moved the Sixers into 2nd. Despite a reeling loss, Jayson Tatum still posted 34 points, 3 assists and 8 rebounds on 13 of 22 shooting from the floor and went 5 of 7 from three point land. Along with Robert Williams shot 5 of 7 from the floor while posting 13 points and 4 boards. Now Josh Richardson during the 1st quarter drove his way through the lane and jammed in a nicley made layup to go up 22-17. Then during the late stages of the 2nd quarter, you'd see Al Horford down a mid range jumper to give the Celtics a 48-47 one point lead. Celtics scored 14 points off the Lakers 9 turnovers, earned 14 team assists and walked into the half down by five. 55-60. Thereafter, the Celtics would climb within 8 points in the 3rd.....thanks to Tatum tossing an alley oop pass to Robert Williams, who dialed in a two handed layup, 62-70. Celtics ended the 3rd by shooting ??. Now during the midway point of the 4th quarter, Marcus Smart would force a steal off a Westbrook bad pass and got off to a fast break that ended with Jayson Tatum hammering in the two handed slam, 81-99. However, Paytin Pritchard with 1:39 left in the 4th would hit a three pointer to bring Boston within 10, 102-112. Celtics secured 6 second chance points to LA's 18, shot 43% from the field and dropped down to a 13-12 record.
INJURY UPDATE: The Denver Nuggets will be without Michael Porter Jr for the rest of the 2021 season....due to needing back surgery that will end his campaign completely. Now the bad thing is that the Nuggets officially have three total players out for the entire season. Names like P.J. Dozier(ACL Tear) and Jamal Murray(ACL Tear) and now this. Keep note to that Michael Porter Jr has been suffering with nerve pain in his lower back for quiet some time. Were the Nuggets a little to quick to extend Porter Jr's a new contract? Michael Porter before his injury was averaging 9.9 in points per game, 1.9 in assists per game and a 6.6 in rebounding per game through 9 games.
Monday, December 6th 2021: Curry's 31 points and 8 assists led the Warriors to a dominating 125-95 win when going against the Magic. This Victory propelled the Warriors to a 9-2 record through their past 11 played games and avoided back to back losses in a row. An Wiggins drained in 28 points while hitting a career best 8 three pointers on 10 attempts. Along with Poole scoring 12 points and 7 rebounds. Now Bjelica during the 1st quarter was able to knock down a beauty of a layup to extend the Warriors lead to 25-18. Aftwrwards, Damion Lee would force a steal off Cole Anthony before getting the Warriors off to a fast break that ended with Jordon Poole knocking down a three point jumper to go extend their lead to 48-37. Warriors scored 23 points off the Magic's 11 turnovers, shot 52% from deep and entered halftime up 65-44. Eventually, during the 3rd quarter Steph Curry would secure a pass from Draymond Green before hitting a three pointer to extend their lead to 76-54. Nonetheless, Jordan Poole would be responsible for sealing this game up late in the 4th, after burying a three point jumper to go up 115-91. Warriors finished the night shooting 50% from behind the arc, outscored Orlando 28-16 in the 4th and improved to a 20-4 record.
The Orlando Magic were held beneath 100 points after suffering a tough 95-125 loss to the Warriors. Magic falls to 2-9 at home and are on top of a 2-Game losing streak as well. Despite loss, Wendell Carter Jr turned in a double double night by posting 14 points and 12 rebounds on 4 of 8 shooting from the field. Including Franz Wagner knocking down 15 points and 6 boards secured while shooting 7 of 13 from the field. For the Magic in the 1st quarter it would R.J. Hampton dialing in a nicely made three off a Franz Wagner assist, 21-25. Magic really struggled from deep in the 1st quarter after shooting 27% and were outscored 31-26 to close out the first 12 minutes of the game. Then Cole Anthony late in the 2nd quarter would drop in a nicely made layup, but still trailed 37-43. Magic shot 21% from downtown, secured 24 team rebounds and walked into the half down 44-65. Thereafter, Franz Wagner midway into thr 3rd quarter would knock in a contested layup but were still behind 52-69. We are now going to shift towards the 4th quarter with 30 seconds left, where Magic would come within 18 points once Okeke drained in a three ball, 91-109. Magic shot 43% from the floor, turned the ball over 22 total times and dropped down to a 5-20 win/loss record.
Sunday, December 5th 2021: The Pelicans were outscored 24-23 in the 4th and it led them to a tough 108-118 loss to the Rockets. This loss officially dropped the Pelicans down to 5th place in the Southwest Division and it moved the Rockets into 4th. Along with being denied of their 8th win of the year. Despite a reeling loss, Brandon Ingram dropped in a 40 piece, 4 assists and 5 rebounds on 15 of 28 shooting from the field and went 7 of 8 from the free throw line. Including Valanciunas securing a double double by posting 17 points and 10 boards on 7 of 11 shooting from the field. Now Willy Hernangomez midway into the 1st quarter would bury a mid range hook to give the Pels a 21-20 lead. Eventually, the Pelicans in the 2nd quarter would cut into the Rockets 7 point lead, once DeVontae Graham tossed an alley oop pass to Ingram, who hammered in the slam 42-47. Pels outscored the Rockets 33-26 in the 2nd and entered halftime down 49-57. Subsequently, during the latter stages of the 3rd quarter, you'd catch Brandon Ingram bringing the Pels within ten points after dropping in a reverse layin and made this contest 71-81. Despite this matchup already being over late in the 4th, it didn't stop the Pels from coming within 10 points yet again after Garrett secured a rebound on offense and dialed in a nicely made putback layin off a Valanciunas missed shot attempt 108-118. Pelicans shot 10 of 38 from downtown, scored 21 points off the Rockets 14 turnovers and stumbled down to a 7-19 win/loss record.
Gordon and Wood were combined for 46 points to lift the Rockets past the struggling Pelicans by a score of 118-108. This win propelled the Rockets win streak to 7 in a row while carrying around a 6-5 home record. Christian Wood tallied in 23 points, 2 assists and 8 boards snagged out the air and shot 7 of 13 from the floor and went 5 of 6 from deep. Alongside Eric Gordon pouncing in 23 points and 5 assists while shooting 7 of 14 from the floor. Rockets during the 1st quarter would secure late 6 point lead, thanks to Eric Gordon knocking down a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 27-21.Thereafter, during the 2nd quarter Eric Gordon would make his presence felt yet again after dialing in a nicely made finger roll layin and took a then 47-38 lead. Rockets turned in 28 1st quarter points to the Pels 26 and walked into halftime with a 57-49 lead. Then the Rockets would continue to build their lead up midway into the 3rd quarter, following Christian Wood burying a step back three pointer and went up 75-63. However, come the 4th quarter and Augustine would add the knockout punch to the Pels night, after sinking in a beauty of a three point jumper to go up 108-95. Houston ended their night by shooting over 40% from the both the field and three point line, secured 24 team assists while improving to a 7-16 record.
Saturday, December 4th 2021: Clippers fall to 3-5 when playing on the road, following a tough 99-104 loss to the Kings. This defeat officially dropped LA to a 3-7 record through their last 10 played games and are right back at .500 on the year. Paul George tallied in 15 points and 10 rebounds on 5 of 21 shooting from the field. Including Marcus Morris downing 21 points on 7 of 10 shooting from the field. Now midway into the 1st quarter Marcus Morris would put the Clippers up by three points, following his three point jumper 21-18. Next, Terrance Mann would bring the Clippers within 6 points during the late stages of the 2nd quarter after slicing his way to the rim for beauty of a layup, 44-50. Clippers shot 32% from the field, scored 7 points off the Kings 9 turnovers and entered the half down 44-50. Eventually, Marcus Morris would dial in a three point jumper off a Paul George assist and made things 59-64. During the 3rd quarter. Thereafter, during the 4th quarter the Clippers would knock down back to back shots in a row, once Paul George turned in a three ball but still trailed 82-90. Clippers finished shooting 38% from the field, scored 6 fast break points and staggered down to a 12-12 win/loss record.
The Kings have knocked off the Clippers for a second time in 7 days, as the final score showed 104-99. Kings improve to 4-8 at home and are riding back to back wins in a row. Terence Davis spotted in 28 points and 4 rebounds in 6 of 11 shooting from deep and went 9 of 16 from the floor. Along with Haliburton securing 18 points. 5 assists and 6 boards collected. Alex Len late in the 1st quarter would power himself to the basket before dropping in a nicely made layup to help the Kings take a 26-24 lead. Then during quarter number 2, you'd catch Haliburton downing a step back three pointer and increased their lead by three, 45-42. With over 3 minutes to go. Kings shot 43% from the floor, defense forced 7 turnovers and entered the half up 50-44. Aftwrwards, the Kings would extend their lead in the 3rd quarter to five points, thanks to Fox hitting a mid range jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 70-65. Ultimately, the Kings would deliver the knockout punch late in the 4th, following Terance Davis burying a three pointer while getting fouled in the process to make this a four point play. 101-92. Kings ended their night shooting 41% from the field, scored 14 points off the Clippers 17 turnovers and jumped up to a 10-14 record.
Friday, December 3rd 2021: The Warriors outscored the steaming hot Suns 38-28 in the 4th quarter and it led to a 118-96 Victory. This win officially moved the Warriors into 1st place throughout the entire Western Conference and improved their hone record to 12-1. Steph Curry drained in 23 points and 5 assists on 8 of 20 shooting from the field. Including Gary Payton coming off the bench to turn in 19 points and 5 boards. Now Juan Toscano Anderson with over 2 minutes to go in the 1st would hammer in slam and went up 23-11. Then it would Stephen Curry hauling in a pass from Draymond Green before knocking down a three point jumper to increase the Warriors lead to 49-37. Warriors shot 42% from the field, defense forced 6 turnovers and entered halftime up 51-48. Eventually, Golden State during the 3rd quarter of play would increase their lead to 13 points on a Steph Curry mid rage floater. 69-56. But at some point during the midway point of the 4th quarter, you'd spot Jordan Poole hitting a three point jumper to boost his teams lead to 102-82. Although, the Warriors would finally add the knockout punch late in the final quarter, as Gary Payton jammed in a three pointer. 116-89. Warriors shot 48%from deep, outrebounded the Suns 60-49 and improved to a 19-3 record.
The Suns fall to 2nd place throughout the entire Western Conference after sustaining a tough 96-118 loss to the Warriors. This defeat dropped the Suns to 1-1 when versing the Warriors in 2021 and their 18-Game win streak was snapped in the process. Despite a rough defeat, Chris Paul turned in 12 points, 8 assists and 3 rebounds pulled out the air while shooting 4 of 8 from the field. Along with Ayton scoring 23 points and 6 rebounds on 7 of 16 shooting from the field. For the Suns Deandre Ayton would knock in a turning mid range hook and came within two, 19-21. Followed up with Elfrid Payton downing beauty of layup off a Cameron Johnson pass, 21-28 with 18 seconds left. Afterwards, Landry Shamet would be responsible for bringing the Suns within 9 points after hitting a step back three pointer and made things 40-49. Suns shot 36% from the field, outscored the Warriors 27-23 in the 2nd and walked into halftime facing a 48-51 three point deficit. Then Cameron Payne with 17 seconds to in the 3rd would power himself to the rim before knocking in a nicely made layup, 68-80. Now during the 4th quarter the Suns trailed by a big margin but it didnt stop Cameron Payne from securing a late layup with over 2 minutes left. 89-111. Suns shot 38% from the field, earned 26 team assists to the Warriors 30 and dropped down to a 19-4 record.
Thursday, December 2nd 2021: The Spurs outscored the Trail Blazers 30-18 in the 4th quarter, following a massive 114-83 Victory. This win helps the Spurs increase their winning streak to 3 in a row and were 6 victories back from. 500 as well. Now Thaddeaous Young late in the 1st quarter forced a steal off a C.J. McCollum bad pass before finding Lonnie Walker, who hit a three point jumper in transition and went up 23-14. Moments later and Lonnie Walker in transition yet again only this time he'd be hammering down a one handed slam, 30-19. This basket was set up on another Thaddeous Young steal off a Tony Snell bad pass. For the Spurs they couldn't miss in the 1st quarter and played excellent defense by forcing 3 turnovers while shooting over 50% from both the floor and three point line. Afterwards, San Antonio would continue to shred the Portland defense during the 2nd quarter of play, thanks to Murray dialing in a three point jumper to extend their lead by 16 points. 50-34. Spurs shot 53% from the field, recorded 20 team assists to the Blazers 10 and walked into halftime up 68-47. Next, Forbes with 2:23 to go in the 3rd would knock down a contested layup and pushed the Spurs lead to 80-62. Ultamately, it would be Dejountae Murray forcing a steal off Dennis Smith's bad pass and got off to a solo fast break before hammering down a one handed jam. Which proved to be the knockout punch late in the 4th. 103-78. Spurs were also on a 12-0 run at this point in time as well. Murray turned in 15 points on the night, scored 25 fast break points a d improved to a 7-13 record.
The Trail Blazers were held under 100 points after a demoralizing 83-114 loss to the Spurs. This defeat officially dropped the Blazers one game beneath .500 and fell to 10-2 when playing at home. Despite a rough loss, C.J. McCollum ended his night with 16 points on 7 of 18 shooting from the field. Including Norman Powell turning in 16 points and 4 rebounds. McLemore at some point during the late stages of the 1st quarter would knock down a beauty of three pointer and brought his team within 10. 22-32. Thereafter, Portland would finally get a shit to fall down late in the 2nd quarter after Covington buried a three pointer. But still trailed 42-63. Keep note to that by this point in time the Trail Blazers were shooting just 37% from deep. Blazers were outscored 36-25 in the 2nd, shot 36% from deep and entered the half down 47-68. Now McCollum in the 3rd quarter with over 1 minute remaining would haul in a pass from Larry Nance before dialing in a three point jumper, 65-80. Then with about 8 in a half to go in the 4th quarter Porland would force the Spurs to take a timeout, following McLemore knocking down a much needed three point jumper and made this bout 75-87. This basket was set up Larry Nance forcing a steal off Diop losing control of the ball. Blazers shot 35% from the floor, turned the ball over 18 times and staggered to an 11-12 record.
Wednesday, December 1st 2021: Robert Williams blocked George Niang's three pointer as time expired in the 4th and it helped lift the Celtics to an 88-87 Victory, over the 76ers. This win moved the Celtics into 2nd place in the Atlantic Division and are two games above .500 on the season. Jayson Tatum spotted in a double double by jamming in 26 points and 16 rebounds on 9 of 20 shooting from the field. Along with Schroder coming off the bench to pack in 13 points and 3 assists on 4 of 12 shooting from the field. Now the Celtics would take a 1st quarter 20-12 lead after Josh Richardson jammed in a nicely made finger roll layin. Then Jayson Tatum late in the 2nd quarter would bury a step back three back three pointer and secured a four point 44-40 lead. Celtics shot 45% from the field, Tatum had 10 points on 4 of 11 shooting from the field and entered halftime up 44-40. Next, Jayson Tatum with over 6 minutes to go in the 3rd quarter would earn his 13th point of the game after hitting a wide open three pointer and gave the Celtics a 54-52 lead. Eventually, come the 4th quarter Dennis Schroder would bury a three ball to give the Celtics a 76-73 lead. However, Dennis Schroder would be the gametime hero with 37 seconds to go in the 4th....as he knocked in a dagger of a nicely made finger roll layin, 88-84. Celtics shot 73% from the free throw line, outrebounded Philly on defense 42-38 and moved up to a 12-10 win/loss record.
The 76ers are back at .500 on the season after suffering a difficult 87-88 loss to the Celtics. This defeat dropped the 76ers down to 4th place in the Atlantic Division and moved the Knicks into 3rd. Along with being 3-8 through their last 11 played games. Despite a tough loss, Embiid still notched 18 points and 13 boards secured on 3 of 17 shooting from the field. Including Shake Milon coming off the bench to jam in 16 points on 6 of 11 shooting from the floor. Philadelphia managed to chip into the Celtics 9 point lead in the 1st, thanks Shake Milton knocking down a beauty of a layup and came within one, 20-21. Now Joel Embiid would be responsible for knotting this game up at 38-38 after sinking in a mid range jumper. Few plays later and Shake Milton would turn in a mid range floater 40-41. 76ers shot 20% from deep, were outscored 23-20 in the 2nd and walked into halftime facing a 40-44 deficit. Then come the midway point of the 3rd quarter where Seth Curry forced an open court steal off Jaylen Brown before finding a wide open Tobias Harris, who hammered in the two handed slam, 52-49. Afterwards, during the 4th quarter, you'd spot Niang knock down a mid range jumper, 71-69. Ultimately though, Danny Green would help Philly respond with a bakset of their own with 20 seconds in the 4th after burying a three ball. 87-88. Sixers shot 37% from the field, scored 9 points off the Celtics 13 turnovers and slipped down to an 11-11 record.
Tuesday, November 30th 2021: The Warriors turned the ball over 22 total times and in culminated into a 96-104 loss to the Suns. Despite thus defeat, Steph Curry still racked in 12 points, 3 assists and 2 rebounds on 4 of 21 shooting from the field. including Poole knocking in 28 points while shooting 9 of 15 from the field. This defeat officially dropped the Warriors down to 2nd place in the Western Conference and had their 7-Game win streak come to a screeching halt. For the Warriors Andrew Wiggins during the 1st quarter would power himself to the rim before dropping in a nicely made finger roll layin, 32-26. Then during the 2nd quarter the Warriors lead would be pushed to 9 points after Steph Curry buried a three ball and went up 48-39. Warriors earned 17 team assists, shot 44% from the floor and entered halftime down 54-56. Afterwards, Jordan Poole in the 3rd quarter forced a steal off Elfrid Payton's bad pass before getting off to a fast break that would end with Gary Payton hammering down a NASTY one handed slam and tied the game at 75-75. Warriors ended the 3rd quarter on a 17-0 run. We are now going to shift over the 4th quarter with 5:38 to go, as the Warriors were able to come within one point of the Suns lead, following Otto Porter driving the lane before tossing in a contested layup, but still trailed 91-92. Warriors shot 35% from deep, scored 12 fast break points to the Suns 4 and dropped down to an 18-3 record.
The Suns outscored Golden State 24-18 in the 4th before picking up a 104-96 Victory. This win allowed the Suns move into 1st place throughout the entire Western Conference and extended their win streak to 17 striaght. Chris Paul dished in a double double by posting 15 points and 11 assists on 7 of 13 shooting from the field and forced 5 steals. Along with DeAndre Ayton earning a double double as well after scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds and 2 blocked shots. Now Jae Crowder in the 1st quarter would knock in a three point jumper to extend the Suns lead to 21-17. Afterwards, Chris Paul during the midway point of the 2nd quarter would bury a fading mid range jumper to tie this bout up at 50-50. Followed up with Cameron Payne hitting a three pointer to give the Suns a 53-50 three point lead. Suns shot 51% from the floor, scored 7 points off the Warriors 12 turnovers and walked into the half with a 56-54 lead. Ultamately, the Suns would snag themselves a 77-62 lead during the 3rd quarter, as Elfrid Payton drove the lane before turning in a well put mid range jumper. However, the Suns would deliver the final dagger to the Warriors night late in the 4th quarter, once Chris Paul drew the attention of Golden State defenders then darted a pass to a wide open Landry Shamet who buried a three ball to increase their lead to 102-92. Suns tied a franchise record with the streak that they are currently on, Booker left gane with a hamstring injury and they jumped up to an 18-3 record.
INJURY UPDATE: The Brooklyn Nets suffer a tough loss after hearing that Joe Harris will miss about 4 to 8 weeks of the season. Due to sustaining season ending ankle injury surgery. One thing the Nets will be missing is Joe Harris's pure sharp shooting skills from anywhere on the court. Along with the Nets having a 5-2 win/loss record when playing without him so far. Joe Harris is averaging 11.3 in points per game, 4.0 in rebounding per game and was shooting a solid 45% from the field.
Monday, November 29th 2021: Nikola Jokic knocks down a double double to lead the Nuggets past the Heat for a 120-111 Victory. This win allows Denver to move back to .500 and finally snapped a 6-Game losing streak. Jokic piled in 24 points, 15 rebounds and 7 boards on 9 of 14 shooting from he field. Including Aaron Gordon knocking down 20 points and 5 boards secured. Now the Nuggets would jump out to late 1st quarter 9 point lead, following Bones Hyland dropping in a mid range J. 29-20. Then during the 2nd quarter of play, you'd catch Nikola Jokic downing a mid range jumper to push their kead to 20 points, 61-41. He. Nuggets scored 5 fast break points, shot 61% from the field and entered halftime up 63-43. Next, Will Barton midway into the 3rd quarter would knock down a wide open three pointer to push Denver's lead to 71-48. Followed up with Naji hitting a corner three pointer 84-65. Ultimately, during the 4th quarter Denver would add the knockout punch after Morris buried a mid range jumper to boost lead to 120-100. Nuggets outrebounded Heat 42-27, Jokic is averaging 26.2 in points per game in 2021 and they powered up to a 10-10 record.
The Miami Heat on Monday Night suffered a rough 111-120 loss to the Nuggets. This loss forces the Heat to be tied for 1st place with the Wizards in the Southwest Division and were denied of their 14th win of the 2021 season. Despite a tough loss, Kyle Lowry jammed in a double double by posting 17 points and 14 assists while shooting 5 of 9 from the field. Including Bam Adebayo scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds on 11 of 19 shooting from the field and turned the ball over 5 times. For the Heat they would inch a little bit closer to the Nuggets lead after Lowry tossed an alley oop pass to Campazzo, who hammered in the slam with 37 seconds left. 23-29. Now with over 3 minutes to play in the 2nd quarter Miami was trailing big, but it didnt stop Bam Adbeayo from knocking down mid range jumper, 37-50. Heat shot 35% from the floor, earned 24 team rebounds and entered halftime down by 20, 43-63. Then late in quarter 3 Adebayo would fire a pass to Cody Martin who was inside the paint before downing a nicely made layup, 55-79. Afterwards, during the 10 minute mark of the 4th quarter Gabe Vincent from halfcourt would toss an alley oop pass to Cody Martin, who hammered in the two handed slam and made this contest 85-98. However, Miami would finally Crack the 100 point mark in the 4th...once Strus knocked in a three ball, 100-118. Heat outscored Denver in the 4th 33-25, shot 47% from the field and dropped down to a 13-8 win/loss record.
Sunday, November 28th 2021: Lakers improved to 8-6 when playing at home after knocking off the Pistons by a score of 110-106. Lakers now trail the Warriors by 8 games in the Pacific Division and climbed back to .500 on the 2021 NBA season. LeBron James turned in 33 points, 9 assists and 5 rebounds while shooting 12 of 20 from the field. Including Anthony Davis securing 24 points and 10 rebounds while shooting 10 of 15 from the field. Naturally, the Lakers would respond with a score of their own with 59 seconds left in the 1st, following a Westbrook three pointer and went up 21-19. Then during the midway point of the 2nd quarter, you'd spot DeAndre Jordan knocking in a nicely made layup and brought LA within a point. 43-44. Lakers managed to outscore Detroit 28-27 in the 2nd quarter and entered halftime up 51-48. Eventually, LeBron James in the 3rd quarter would receive a pass from Westbrook before dropping in a three pointer, 70-58. But ultamately during the 4th quarter it would be Anthony Davis driving himself to the basket for beauty of dagger layup. 108-100. Lakers shot 50% from the field, scored 19 points off the Pistons 17 turnovers and moved up to an 11-11 record.
Jerami Grant's 32 points just weren't enough and the Pistons suffered a 106-110 loss to the Lakers. Pistons losing streak bounced to 6 straight losses in a row and were denied of their 5th win of the year. Despite an agitating loss, Cade Cunningham notched in a double double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds pulled down while shooting 6 of 16 from the floor and 3 of 9 from deep. Along with Frank Jackson coming off the bench to spot in 17 points and 5 assists. Now frank Jackson in the 1st quarter would bury a three pointer to give the Pistons a 17-16 lead. It's just unfortunate that the Pistons were outscored 23-21 to end the 1st quarter. Afterwards, It wouldn't be long before the Pistons were able to climb within one point with 59 ticks left. Thanks to Jerami Grant downing a hard slam, 48-49. Pistons down the stretch of the 1st half had kept this game close by knocking down tough shots and making the necessary stops on defense and they entered halftime facing a 48-51 three point deficit. Then come the 3rd quarter with over 1 minute remaining and the Pistons would come within 15 points, following Jerami Grant driajig in a nicely made spinning mid range J. 66-81. Now we are going to head to towards the end of the 4th quarter of play, where Jerami Grant buried a mid range jumper while getting fouled in the orocess to make this a three point play, 104-108. Followed up with Grant then dialing in a beauty of a slam and brought his team within three points, 106-109. Pistons return the favor by outscoring the Lakers 36-27 in the 4th, shot 39% from behind the three point line and staggered down to a 4-16 record.
Saturday, November 27th 2021: Jazz secured their 13th win of the year after knocking off the Pelicans by a score of 127-105. Jazz are now 6-4 through their last 10 played games and improved their home record to 7-4. Mitchell turned in 21 points, 7 assists and 7 rebounds on 9 of 17 shooting from the field and went 3 of 6 from downtown. Including Conley dropping in 20 points while shooting 8 of 12 from the field. Now Donovan Mitchell would push Utah's lead to 30-14 late in the 1st quarter once he sunk in a three ball unassisted. Jazz did manage to outscore the Pelicans 37-23 to end quarter number 1. Although, Utah Jazz continued their dominate 1st half and boosted their lead to 22 points, following Donovan Mitchell drilling in another three point jumper and made the score 55-33. Jazz scored 8 points off the Pelicans 6 turnovers, shot 54% from the field and walked into halftime with a 64-45 lead. But Come the 3rd quarter with over 5 minutes to play Utah would increase their lead to 83-52 after Clarkson dialed in a layup. However, Utah's knockout punch would come during the 4th quarter after Jared Butler knocked in a game sealing three point jumper to push their lead to 125-95. Jazz shot 56% from the field, defense enforced 13 turnovers and improved their record to 13-7.
The struggling Pelicans drop to 2-10 when playing on the road while sustaining a tough 105-127 loss to the Utah Jazz. This loss officially ended the Pelicans mini 2-Game win streak that they were on at one point in time. Despite a reeling defeat, Jonas Valanciunas would rock in a double double night after splashing in 12 points and 12 rebounds while knocking down 6 shots on 11 attempts from the field. Alongside Hayescomong off the bench to spot in 15 points and 4 rebounds. Pelicans came within 15 points during the late stages of the 1st quarter, following Valanciunas hitting a mid range jumper, 20-35. The Pels had a tough time in the 1st quarter knocking down shots and had even more issues when it came to defending Utah. Then during quarter number 2, you'd spot Ingram delivering a pass to Satoransky who jammed in a nicley made mid range J, 29-48. Pels shot 0 of 15 from beyond the arc, turned in 5 team steals and slouched into halftime facing a 45-64 deficit. Pelicans were trying their best to keep themselves in this battle, as Nickiel Walker knocked down a three point jumper but still trailed 63-88. Despite this game being out of reach, Trey Murphy would drop in a beauty of a three point jumper with 38 ticks left in the 4th and made things 103-127. Followed up with Marshall getting through the lane before sinking in a layup. But still found themselves behind 105-127. This happen to be the Pels 2nd made basket in a row as well. Pelicans 22% to end their night from behind the arc, scored 26 points off Utah's 18 turnovers and staggered down to a 5-17 record.
Friday, November 26th 2021: Giannis leads with a double double to help the Bucks slide past the Nuggets for a 120-109 Victory. Bucks stand in 6th place in the Eastern Conference and trailed the 1st place Nets by 2.5 games back. Antetokounmpo dropped in 24 points and 13 rebounds on 10 of 13 shooting from the field and went 1 of 1 from deep. Including Pat Connaughton coming off the bench to spot in 20 points and 4 rebounds. Now Bobby Portis late in the 1st quarter would give the Bucks a 24-8 lead, following his nicley made layup. Afterwards, Khris Middleton would extend the Bucks lead to 10 points after hitting a a nice little mid range jumper. 55-45. Bucks shot 56% from the field, secured 28 team rebounds and entered halftime up 58-47. Eventually, by the time the midway point of the 3rd quarter came around Jrue Holiday would bury a baseline mid range jumper to put the Bucks up by 8, 68-60. Unfortunately the Bucks were far from done with the Nuggets in the 3rd quarter, as Connaughton buried a corner three pointer to boost lead to 86-70. However, the knockout punch would come after Portis turned in a wide open three pointer and extended their lead to 106-87. When I tell u wide open I mean it was careless defense. Bucks outscored Denver 32-26 in the 3rd, shot a solid 63% from the field and improved to a 12-8 record.
The Nuggets lose their 10th game of the season after sustaining a 109-120 defeat at the hands of the Bucks. The Nuggets fall one game beneath .500 and their losing streak crept up to 6 in a row. Aaron Gordon jammed in 18 points and 9 rebounds on 6 of 10 shooting from the floor. Alongside teammate Will Barton adding in 17 points and 4 assists on 7 of 20 shooting from the floor. Aaron Gordon during the 1st quarter would being Denver within 13 points.....thanks to his spinning layup to make this matchup 14-27. Followed up Will Barton sinking in a three pointer with 7 seconds left but still trailed 16-27. Then midway into quarter number 2, you'd spot Facundo downing a three point jumper off Cancar's assist. 22-36. Thereafter, with just 7:11 Campazzo would bring the Nuggets within 11 points after knocking down a three point jumper and got fouled in the process to make this a four point play. 33-44. Nuggets shot 28% from deep, scored 10 points off the Bucks 6 turnovers and walked into halftime facing a 47-58 deficit. Now during the 3rd quarter the Nuggets would start a little surge of their own....thanks to Monte Morris downing a three ball to bring Denver within 7. 66-73. Despite this contest already being out of reach, Denver would climb within 15 points with over a minute to be played in the 4th. Thanks to Cornell dropping in a two handed slam, 100-115. Nuggets shot 42% from the field, outscored the Bucks 36-30 in the 4th and dropped down to a 9-10 record.
Wednesday, November 24th 2021: Celtics came into Wednesday's matchup getting routed by the Brooklyn Nets and lost by a score of 104-123. During this defeat the Celtics dropped two slots down to 10th place in the entire Eastern Conference and now trail the Nets by 4 games back. Despite a tough loss, Jayson Tatum would bury 15 points, 3 assists and 8 rebounds while shooting 4 of 16 from the field. Alongside teammate, Marcus Smart dropping in 20 points on 6 of 14 shooting from the field. Al Horford during the 1st quarter knocked in a nicely made slam and helped the Celtics come within four points. 18-22. Then during the 2nd quarter of play, you'd catch Tatum dialing in a three ball off a Schroder assist but stilll trailed 33-42. Celtics shot 100% from the free throw line, scored 12 points off the Nets 9 turnovers and walked into halftime down big, 49-62. Nonetheless, Jaylin Brown then during quarter number 3 would bury a pullup mid range jumper but Boston were still trailing by 24. 73-97. Although, Boston would fight back late in the 4th quarter and got off to a 17-0 run after getting onto a fast break that ended with Jayson Tatum hammering in a two handed slam, 85-97. However, Payton Pritchard would create a three point play late in the 4th after knocking down mid range floater and got fouled in the process but were still behind in the score. 102-123. Celtics outscored the Nets 28-26 in the final quarter, one loss away from falling back to .500 and they dropped to a 10-9 record.
The Nets improve to 12-4 when versing the Eastern Conference after slamming the Celtics 123-104. The Nets during this Victory picked up their 14th win of the season and are riding a 4-Game win streak in the process. Durant chipped in 24 points and 8 boards snagged out the air while shooting 8 of 16 from the floor. Including James Harden posting a double double by scoring 20 points and 11 assists while ending his shooting night 4 of 13 from the floor. Now the Nets jumped out to a 1st quarter lead after Bembry forced a steal off a bad Jayson Tatum pass before getting off on a fast break and finding Cam Thomas, who dropped in a nicely made three pointer. 20-11. Afterwards, Aldridge during quarter number 2 with 2 seconds left would drop in a three point jumper to push lead to 62-49. Nets shot 57% from behind the arc, scored just 6 fast break points and walked into halftime up 62-49. However, LaMarcus Aldridge late in the 3rd quarter knocked down a turning baseline mid range jumper, 82-57. Eventually, the Nets would end the Celtics 17-0 run late in the 4th quarter with Johnson getting beneath the basket and jamming in a layup, 99-85. This would also be the Nets first made basket in 4 minutes. Ultamately though, it would be Cam Thomas finalizing Boston's night late in the game...as he received a pass from Bembry before hitting a game sealing layup, 121-96. Nets shot a solid 50% from the field, Durant is averaging 21.8 in points per game so far and they improve to a 14-5 record.
Tuesdsy, November 23rd 2021: The Denver Nuggets were denied of double digit wins this year and the final score showed a tough 100-119 loss to the Trail Blazers. This defeat dropped the Nuggets down to 3rd place in the Northwest Division and moved the Blazers into 2nd. Along with trailing the Jazz by 2.5 games back. Despite a tough loss, Jeff Green jammed in 24 points, 3 assists and 4 rebounds on 9 of 16 shooting from the field and went 3 of 4 from behind the arc. Along with Aaron Gordon scoring 11 and 3 rebounds on 5 of 9 shooting from the field. Now Denver during the 1st quarter managed to keep things close and didn't let Portland gain to much of an advantage. As Campazzo dialed in a three ball to bring his team within one. 27-28. Thereafter, Jeff Green in the 2nd quarter would knock in three point jumper to give the Nuggets a 49-48 one point lead. Nuggets shot a solid 56% from behind the arc, shot 45% from the field and entered halftime down 52-64. The Nuggets were still showing their fight come the late stages of the 3rd quarter....as Jeff Green buried a contested layup and got fouled in the process to make this three point play. 84-99. Unfortunately, as the latter stages of the 4th quarter arrived Denver would come within 19 points, thanks to Markus Howard sinking in a mid range jumper with 19 seconds left in this game. 100-119. Nuggets slid back to .500 on the year, scored 2 fast break points to the Blazers 28 and dropped to a 9-9 record.
Lillard and McCollum were combined for 52 total points to help the Trail Blazers past the Nuggets for a 119-100 Victory. This win propelled the Trail Blazers to a 9-1 home record and trailed the Jazz by 1.5 games back in the Northwest Division. Lillard hung in 25 points, 5 assists and 3 rebounds while shooting 5 of 8 from downtown and went 9 of 13 from the floor. Following behind him would be McCollum dropping in 32 points and 3 assists. With just 1:27 remaining in the 1st quarter CJ McCollum would drop in a nicely made mid range jumper, 27-21. Now Lillard in the 2nd quarter with 2:55 to go would lock in a step back three pointer which extended their lead, 51-49. Followed up with McCollum driaing in a mid range floater to give the Blazers a 64-52 lead. With 1 second showing on the game clock. Blazers recorded 60 plus points in the 1st half, shot 51% from the field and walked into the locker rooms up 64-52. Then Lillard midway into quarter number 3 utilized a reverse layin to push Portland's lead to 70-57. However, Greg Brown would add in a dagger of slam in the 4th quarter after powering himself to the basket. Which of course pounced their lead to 119-95. Blazers scored 32 points off the Nuggets 17 turnovers(WOW), secured 31 rebounds on the defense and pounced their win/loss record to 10-8.
Monday, November 22nd 2021: The Celtics cruise past the Rockets for a 108-90 Victory on Monday night basketball. This Victory allowed the Celtics to earn double digit wins and were sitting in 2nd place in the Atlantic Division while trailing the Nets by 3 games. Tatum knocked in 30 points and 6 rebounds while shooting 10 of 22 from the field. Including Al Horford turning in a double double by scoring 11 points and 11 boards. Now Romero during the 1st quarter with over a minute to go would bury a three pointer to put his team up 22-21. Thereafter, during the 2nd quarter with 51 seconds to go Jayson Tatum would splash in a nicely made three ball and increased Celtics lead to 52-43. Keep not Boston secured the lead after hitting 5 straight free throws in a row in the 1st half. Celtics outscored Houston 30-26 in the 2nd and entered halftime 52-47. Next, during quarter number 3 with a little over 2 minutes to play Al Horford would drop in a three pointer off a Marcus Smart assist and increased their lead to 83-60. Ultamately though, it would be Nesmith adding the dagger late in the 4th quarter as he turned in a putaway mid range jumper. 104-75. Celtics shot 42% from the field, shot 94% from the free throw line and improved to 10-8 record.
Rockets fall to 0-11 when playing on the road in 2021 after suffering a 90-108 defeat at the hands of the Boston Celtics. This defeat dropped them down to their 16th loss of the season and are riding a 15-Game losing streak. Despite a tough loss, Chrituan Wood would pile in 4 points and 9 boards secured while shooting 2 of 6 from the field. Alongside Martin splashing in 10 points when coming off the bench. For the Rockets late in the 1st quarter Martin had knocked down a nicely made layup and gave Houston a 21-19 lead. Then Eric Gordon late in the 2nd quarter would knock in a three point jumper while getting fouled in the process and made this a four point play. 41-44. Rockets were outscored 22-21 back in the 1st and they entered the half down 47-52. Despite this game slowly slippling away, you'd catch Martin hitting a three point jumper off an Ausgustine assist. But were behind still 58-80. Rockets were heavily outscored 34-16 to end the 3rd quarter. However, Josh Christopher with 21 seconds remaining the 4th would bury a step back three pointer and still trailed by a large margin. 90-108. Rockets shot 26% from deep, scored 20 points off the Celtics 15 turnovers and dropped down to a 1-16 record.
Sunday, November 21st 2021: Raptors fall to 2-6 when playing at home after sustaining a 104-119 defeat to the Warriors.
This loss drops Toronto 4.5 games back from 1st place in the Eastern Conference while sitting in 12th place. Despite a tough loss, Siakam would knock in a 21 points, 2 assists and 6 rebounds on 8 of 17 shooting from the field. Including Fred VanVleet draining in 17 points and 7 assists. Gary Trent Jr with 59 seconds to go in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper but still trailed 22-36. Thereafter, Kham Birch in the 2nd quarter would knock down a mid range jumper and fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 41-53. Raptors shot 35% from deep, earned 28 team rebounds and walked into halftime down 47-61 Fred VanVleet during quarter number 3 would splash in a three point jumper but still trailed by a big margin. 72-89. Although, during the 4th quarter of play, you'd spot Achiwa bringing the Raptors within 15 points after hauling in an alley oop pass from Scottie Barnes and hammered in a nicely made slam, while getting fouled in the process and made this a three point play. 101-116. Raptors shot 39% from the field, two game back from .500 and staggered down to an 8-10 record.
Warriors picked up win number
15 on the year after knocking off the Raptors by a score of 119-104. This win looks allowed the Warriors to improve their win streak to 4 straight victories in a row and are 10-1 through their last 11 games. Jordan Poole was everywhere after scoring 33 points, 4 assiss and 4 boards on 10 of 13 shooting from the field. Alongside Wiggins spotting in 34 poimts and 6 rebounds while shooting 6 of 8 from downtown. Warriors in the 1st quarter would earn second chance points after Looney snagged a rebound on offense before finding Chiozza for a three point jumper, 22-7. Andrew Wiggins would help the Warriors extend their kesd to 15 points, following is three pointer. 56-41. Warriors shot a solid 50% from three point land, scored 10 second chance points and entered the locker rooms with a 61-47 lead. Come the 3rd quarter and the Warriors were just cruising on through after Jordan Poole knocked in a three ball and extended their lead to 20 points, 89-69. However, the Warriors lead would get extended to to 18 points once Poole hit a put away three ball off Draymond Green's assist and went up 119-101. Warriors scored 11 points off the Raptors 10 turnovers, secured 31 team assists and jumped out to a 15-2 record.
Saturday, November 21st 2021: The Utah Jazz winning streak extends to 2 in a row, following a big 123-105 win against the Kings. This win Victory allowed the Jazz to pick up win number 11 on the season and trialed the 1st place Warriors(14-2) 3 games back in the Western Conference. Mitchell knocked in 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists while shooting 11 of 22 from the field. Along with Rudy Gobert tallying in a double double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds. Now Mike Conley in the 1st quarter would knock down a mid range floater to put Utah up 24-21. Afterwards, Rudy Gobert with 26 seconds to go in the 2nd would dial in a nicely made layup and boosted their lead to 54-47. Jazz started this game strong back in the 1st after outscoring the Kings 29-28 and entered halftime with a 54-49 lead. Next, Mitchell would keep furthing Utah's lead from the Kings after knocking in a three point jumper which made this contest 80-72 in the 3rd quarter. But come the 4th quarter and Mitchell would bury a dagger of a finger roll layin to boost Utah's lead to117-97. The Jazz couldn't be stopped from the field as they shot 50%, scored 13 points off the Kings 8 turnovers and jumped up to an 11-5 record.
The Kings road record falls to 4-5 in 2021 after being handed a 105-123 loss to the Jazz. This loss now has the Kings 5 games back from .500 and are riding a 3-Game losing streak. Despite a tough defeat, Holmes would drop in 22 points and 7 boards secured while shooting 9 of 10 from the field and 4 of 5 from the free throw line. Including Barnes knocking in 18 points scored and 8 rebounds while hitting 7 of 13 from the floor. Mitchell during the 1st with over a minute remiajing would bury a three point jumper, 26-27. Then Tyrese Haiburton would bring Sacramento within five points during the 2nd quarter of play, following his three poinint jumper, 44-49. Sacramento was outscored 25-21 in the 2nd quarter and entered halftime down 49-54. De'Aaron Fox would help the Kings tie this gane up at 68-68 all. After hitting mid range jumper. However, the Kings would crawl within 19 points during the 4th quarter once Holmes buried a three pointer with over 2 minutes to play in this game. Barnes is averaging 19.9 in points per game this season, Kings scored 22 fast break points to Utah's 13 and dropped to a 6-11 record.
Friday, November 19th 2021: The Celtics move to .500 on the year after a 130-108 Victory against the Lakers. This win allowed Boston to crawl up to 6-4 through their last 10 and improve to 3-3 when playing at home. Tatum dropped in a double double by knocking in 37 points and 11 rebounds on 13 of 26 shooting from the field. Including Smart downing 22 points and 6 assists. Marcus Smart in the 1st quarter brought Boston within 10 points, following his mid range jumper, 16-26. Thereafter, Boston started inching closer to the Lakers lead late in the 2nd quarter, as Schroder buried a mid range jumper and came within three. 39-42. This basket was set up on a LeBron James bad pass. Followed with 58 seconds left in the 1st half, where Horford hauled in a pass from Tatum inside the paint and jammed in a layup, 60-59. Celtics scored 12 points off LA's 12 turnovers, shot 51% from the field and entered halftime down 60-61. . During the 3rd quarter Boston would stretch theur lead to 14 points after AL Horford secured a bounce pass from Schroder before hammering in the two handed slam, 89-116. However, the dagger for Boston would come late in the 4th quarter after Kanter drilled in a three ball, 130-105. Celtics outscored the Lakers 37-26 in the 4th, shot 50% from the field and improved to a an 8-8 record.
Lakers got heavily outscored 33-21 in the 3rd and it led to a tough 108-130 blowout loss to the Celtics. Lakers have now fallen one game beneath.500 and are 1-4 when playing on the road in 2021. Despite a tough loss, James spotted in 23 points, 2 assists and 6 rebounds on 10 of 16 shooting from the field. Alongside Anthony Davis turning in 31 points on 12 of 21 shooting from the floor. Now Malik Monk would be responsible for knocking down a three ball off a LeBron assist, 35-27. Lakers and Celtics were going back in fourth during the late stages of the 2nd quarter after James forced a steal off Tatum before turning up court and knocking down a contested layup and secured a 61-60 lead. Lakers earned 14 rebounds on defense, shot 40% from the field and walked into halftime up 61-60. However, Carmelo Anthony would bring the Lakers within 8 points after hitting a three ball, 80-87. During quarter number 3. We are going to shift on over to the late stages of the 4th quarter, where Kent Bazemore dialed in a nicely made mid range floater but still trailed by a big margin, 105-125. Lakers shot 40% from deep, fouled 29 total times and dropped down to an 8-9 record.
Wednesday, November 17th 2021: The Lakers have now fallen back down to .500 on the season after suffering a rough 102-109 loss to the Bucks. This loss officially has the Lakers trailing the Warriors by 5 games in the Pacific Division. Despite a tough loss, Talen Horton Tucker spotted in 25 points and 12 rebounds on 9 of 18 shooting from the field. Including Westbrook scoring 19 and 15 assists. Anthony Davis in the 1st quarter with over 3 minutes to go would keep Milwaukee fighting from behind. As he knocked down a fading mid range jumper, 24-18. Taken Horton Tucker in the 2nd quarter brought the Lakers within two points, following his layup, 42-44. Lakers scored 11 points off the Bucks 8 turnovers, shot 42% from the floor and walked into halftime facing a 53-64 deficit. Lakers at some point during the 3rd quarter started to chip into the Bucks 12 point lead and closed it to four, following Talen Horton Tucker knocking in a catch and shoot three ball, 70-74. Follower by Anthony Davis hitting a fading mid range jumper to give the Lakers their first lead since 22-10 and went up 79-78. Westbrook late in the 4th would eventually bring LA within 8 after burying a layup to make this contest 99-107. Lakers shot 27% from deep, scored 16 fast break points to the Bucks's 15 and staggered down to an 8-8 record.
Antetokounmpo and Middleton were combined for 63 total points and it led to a Bucks 109-102 Victory, over the Lakers. This win puts the Bucks at 4-7 through their last 11 games and are on top of a 3-Game win streak as well. Antetokounmpo turned in 47 points, 3 assists and 9 rebounds while hitting 18 of 23 from the field. Alongside Middeton securing 16 points and 6 assists while ending his shooting night 4 of 12 from the floor. Now Grayson Allen during the 1st quarter would blow past his oldefmder and turned in a left hand layup, 12-20. Bucks eventually started to make a push with 2 minutes to go and gained a two point lead, once Antetokounmpo turned in a spinning layup, 27-25. Bobby Portis then got the crowd fired up in the 2nd quarter after knocking down a three point jumper and extended their lead to 40-36. Unfortunately for the Lakers they couldn't stop the Bucks and to make matters worse late in the 2nd, you'd spot Antetokounmpo hitting a pull up three point jumper, 62-53. Antetokounmpo in the 1st half turned in 28 points on 12 of 13 shooting from the fied, team shot 53%from the floor and walked into halftime up 64-53. Bucks out the gates of halftime had pushed their lead to 12 points after Grayson Allen sunk in a three ball and went up 72-60. Although, Giannis Antetokounmpo in the 4th quarter would drive the lane before jamming in a layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play and a dagger,
107-97. Bucks earned 22 team assists, shot 70% from the free throw line and jammed their record to 7-8.
Tuesday, November 16th 2021: Bogdanovic scores 27 while outscoring the 76ers 23-19 in the 4th quarter and it led to an impressive 120-85 win. This Victory allows the Jazz to pick up their 9th win of the seasons and snapped their 2-Game losing streak. Mitchell and Conley each knocked in a 13 point night during last night's win. Including Rudy Gobert spotting in 15 points and 17 rebounds. Now Whiteside during the 1st quarter would knock in a mid range floater and went up 21-13. Jazz at some point during the 2nd quarter would get off to an 8-0 run after Rudy Gobert hauled in a pass from Mike Conley and dropped in a nicely timed layup. 40-28. Jazz earned 36 points in the paint, Gobert secured 4 blocked shots and entered halftime up 63-47. Bogdanovic during the late stages of the 3rd quarter would receive a pass from Ingles before draining in a three point jumper, 86-56. Now the Jazz continued to lay it on the 76ers during the midway point of the 4th quarter, following Mike Conley hitting a three pointer. 102-76. Jazz eventually added the dagger late in the 4th quarter after Eric Paschall delivered a an alley oop pass to Auzubuke, who hammered in the two handed slam, 120-85. Jazz scored 10 points off the 76ers 8 turnover night, shot 51% from the field and moved up to a 9-5 record.
The 76ers losing streak was extended to 5 straight losses in a row after being routed 85-120 by the Utah Jazz. This defeat dropped the 76ers down to 8th place in the Eastern Conference while being tied with the Hornets for 7th place. Despite a tough loss, Maxey jammed in 16 points, 2 assists and 4 rebounds while shooting 7 of 14 from the field. Alongside Shake Milton scoring 18 points and 3 boards on 7 of 19 shooting from the field. Maxey late in the 1st quarter from the baseline would score off a one handed layup. 20-28. Eventually, Korxmaz would utilize a fading mid range jumper to snap Utah's 14-0 run in the 2nd quarter. 32-44. Sixers secured 5 fast break points, shot 25% from three point land and slowed into halftime down 47-63. Now Andre Drummond would utilize his defensive skills after forcing a steal off Royce O'Neil and got off to a solo fast break before hammering down the two handed slam, 49-68. Sixers were outscored 34-19 to end the 3rd quarter of play. Afterwards, with over 2 minutes to go in the 4th quarter Bassey would drop in a layup but still trailed big 85-114. 76ers shot 36% from the floor, earned 16 fast break points to Utah's 10 and fell to an 8-7 record.
Monday, November 15th 2021: The Bulls on Monday Night routed the Los Angeles Lakers by a blowout score of 121-103. This win allowed the Bulls to move into 2nd place throughout the Eastern Conference and knocked the Nets down to 2md. LaVine turned in 26 points while shooting 10 of 22 from the field. Along with Lonzo Ball posting 27 points, 8 assists and 7 boards on 10 of 13 shooting from the field and 7 of 10 from downtown. Now Javante Green in the 1st quarter would drop in a mid range floater to go up 27-19. Then during the 2nd quarter of play, you'd spot LaVine hitting a three point jumper and increased to 50-37. Bulls shot 55% from the field, defense forced 7 turnovers and entered halftime up 57-48. DeRozan spotted in 38 points while hitting 15 of 23 from the field. Come the 3rd quarter and DeMar DeRozan would jam in a beauty of a layup and go fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 86-66. Afterwards, during the 4th quarter Zach LaVine would sink in a corner three pointer to go up 111-88. Ultimately, it would be Alize Johnson dishing his pass to Troy Brown before knocking in a spinning layup and increased their lead to 121-99. Bulls were outscored 30-27 in the 4th, earned 20 fast break points to the Lakers 12 and jumped out to a 10-4 record.
Davis gets ejected late in the 3rd and the Lakers suffer a tough 103-121 blowout loss to the Chicago Bulls. The Lakers with this defeat now trail the 1st place Warriors by 4 games in the Western Conference. Despite a tough loss, Talen Horon Tucker jammed in 28 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists on 9 of 19 shooting from the field. Including Russell Westbrook securing 25 points while knocking down 8 of 19 from the field. Now Carmelo Anthony during the 1st quarter of play would bury a mid range jumper, 19-25. Followed up with Westbrook tossing an alley oop pass to Davis, who hammered in the slam and made things 25-33. With 2 seconds to spare. Thereafter, Westbrook midway into the 2nd quarter would bring LA within four points, following his mid range jumper. 35-39. Lakers shot 23% from three point range, scored 9 points off the Bulls 8 turnovers and slumped into halftime down 48-57. Derrick Jones Jr came off the bench adding in 13 points and 3 rebounds. However, Anthony Davis before getting ejected from the game would turn in 2-point mid range jumper. But were still behind 62-77. Lakers ended the 3rd quarter facing a 21 point deficit. Despite this game already being our of reach, it wouldn't stop Taken Horton Tucker from hitting a corner three point jumper as the shot clock expired in the 4th quarter. But you see Talen Horton Tucker with over 2 minutes to play in the 4th quarter would drive to the lane before jamming in a one handed slam. 95-119. Lakers finished the night with 18% shooting from behind the arc, secured 19 team assists and dropped to an 8-7 record.
Sunday, November 14th 2021: The Bulls knock off the Clippers 100-90 during Sunday night's matchup. The Bulls during this win improved their record to 4-2 through their past 6 played games with the offense averaging 108.6 in points per game. Which is 16th throughout the NBA. LaVine jammed in 29 points and 2 assists on 11 of 27 shooting from the field. Including DeRozan spotting in 35 points, 5 assists and 7 boards while shooting 12 of 16 from the floor. Now the Bulls would jump out to a 12 point 1st quarter lead after DeMar DeRozan knocked down a mid range jumper and went up 24-12. Afterwards, LaVine during the 2nd quarter had knocked down a step back mid range jumper and increased their lead to 45-33. Followed up with DeRozan hitting a mid range jumper with 14 seconds to go. 54-42. Bulls scored 14 points off the Clippers 12 turnovers, shot 50% from.behind the arc and walked into halftime up 54-45. Eventually, the Bulls early in the 3rd quarter pushed their lead up to 10 points on an Alex Caruso alley oop pass to LaVine, who hammered in the slam, 62-52. However, Alex Caruso with over 8 minutes to play in the 4th quarter would force a steal off Batum before delivering the rock to LaVine, who buried a three ball. Luckily for the Bulls they'd put this game on ice with 17 seconds in the 4th, following DeRozan's game sealing three pointer to go up 100-90. Bulls shot 44%from the floor, scored 25 points off the Clippers 19 turnovers and rumbled up to a 9-4 record.
The Clippers were outscored 23-19 in the 4th quarter, following a difficult loss at the hands of the Bulls. During this defeat the Clippers had their 7-Game win streak snapped and are 1-3 when scoring under 100 points in 2021. Paul George jammed in a double double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds on 7 of 25 shooting from the field. Alongside Bledsoe dropping in 21 points on 7 of 14 shooting from the floor. Hartensteim late in the 1st quarter knocked down a turning mid range hook and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play, 17-28. Then Terrance Mann with over 2 minutes to play in the 2nd quarter had knocked in a three point jumper, 36-45. Moments later, Reggie Jackson would hit a three pointer to close within 9. 45-54. LA shot 37% from the field, defense forced 7 turnovers and entered the half down 45-54. The Clippers during the 3rd quarter would catch Paul George getting himself to the basket for nicely made layup and got fouled in the process to make this a three point play. 64-68. Subsequently, during the 4th quarter with over 3 minutes to play, you catch Paul George knocking down a step back mid range jumper. 87-93. Two possessions later and Jackson would down a three pointer to bring LA within 6, 90-96. Clippers shot 35% from the floor, scored 20 points off the Bulls 15 turnovers and fell to an 8-5 record.
Saturday, November 13th 2021: Darius Garland with 9 seconds in the 4th quarter would bury two game clinching free throws to help the Cavaliers edge past the Celtics 91-89. This Victory allowed the Cavs to improve to a 4-2 home record while riding 2 striaght wins in a row. Garland sunk in 22 points and 4 boards on 7 of 15 shooting from the field. Alongside teammate Evan Mobley hitting 19 and 9 rebounds. Darius Garland during the 1st quarter had put the Cavs up by three points after hitting a mid range jumper, 9-6. Cavs were struggling in the 1st half to knock down shots but were able to come within 10 points, following Evan Mobley hitting a three pointer, 36-46. Cavs shot 25% from deep, secured 21 team rebounds and walked into the half down 38-52. Jarrett Allen almost secured a double double night after earning 11 points and 8 rebounds while shooting 5 of 5 from the floor. Now the Cavs were starting to crawl back into this game late in the 3rd after Denzel Washington buried a three pointer, 60-72. Were going to head to midway point if the 4th quarter, where the Cavs came within one point, following Evan Mobley sinking a mid range J, 75-76. However, Jarrett Allen would give the Cavs a two point lead advantage and forced Boston into a timeout. After turning in a 4th quarter alley oop slam off a Ricky Rubio assist. 89-87. Cavaliers rallied from 19 points down, shot 38% from the field and improved to a 9-4 record.
The Celtics struggle yet again to close out late in the game and the final score showed a tough 89-91 loss to the Cavaliers. The Celtics fall one game beneath .500 early in the season. Celtics also dropped down to 10th place in the Eastern Conference and it moved Toronto into 9th. Despite a tough loss, Tatum jammed in 21 points, 2 assists and 4 rebounds on 8 of 22 shooting from the field. Including Robert Williams double double by posting 12 points and 16 rebounds. Now Aaron Nesmith with 26 seconds in the 1st quarter had knocked down a mid range jumper off a Pritchard assist and went up 20-9. Next, Dennis Schroder with 20 seconds to go in the 1st half would drain in mid range jumper,thus pushing their lead to 50-36. Celtics shot 45% from the floor, turned the ball over 8 times and entered halftime up big 52-38. Dennis Schroder during this loss jammed in 28 points on 10 of 19 shooting from the floor. Celtics would manage to push their lead to 65-51 after Romero Langford knocked in a nicely made layup. During the 3rd quarter. Eventually, Jayson Tatum would break the ganes 79-79 tie in the 4th quarter, thanks to a nicely made finger roll layin, thus giving the Celtics a go ahead 81-79 lead. Celtics were outscored 29-15 in the 4th, earned 10 fast break points to thee Cavs 6 and dropped down to a 6-7 win/loss record.
Friday, November 12th 2021: Steph Curry's 40 points was enough to help lead the Warriors to a dominating 119-93 Victory when going against the Bulls. This win allowed the Warriors to maintain the best record throughout the Western Conference and improved their win streak to 6 in a row. Andrew Wiggins during the 1st quarter would utilize and make a euro step layup to bring Golden State within 6 points, 12-18. Moments later and Steph Curry would be able to drive himself to the basket before downing a nicely made layup, 23-27. Now during the 2nd quarter Gary Payton defensively forced a steal off Zach LaVine before getting onto a solo fast break and hammered in the two handed slam, thus giving the Warriors a 35-34 one point lead. Warriors went 4 of 4 from the free throw line, scored 22 points in the paint and entered halftime up 51-45. Eventually, Golden State late in the 3rd quarter would push their lead to 19 points after Jordan Poole knocked in a mid range jumper, 70-51. Warriors outscored the Bulls 35-17 to end the 3rd quarter of play. Although, the Warriors would soundly put the Bulls night away with over minutes 4 remaining in the 4th. Thanks to Curry dropping in a wide open three pointer from the edge, 107-84. This basket would also be set up on Draymond Green forcing a steal off Derrick Jones Jr. Warriors shot 48% from the floor, scored 24 points off the Bulls turnovers and improved to an 11-1 record.
The Chicago Bulls turned the ball over 20 total times before being handed a distasteful 93-119 loss at the hands of the Warriors. During this defeat it officially dropped the Bulls to 2nd place in the Eastern Conference and moved the Wizards(8-3) into 1st. For now. LaVine jammed in 23 points and 6 boards on 10 of 17 shooting from the field. Alongside DeRozan downing 18 points while shooting 4 of 13 from the field. The Bulls with a little over 3 minutes to play in the 1st quarter and Ayo Dosumno would bury a three point jumper off an Alex Caruso assist. Thus going up by 10 24-14. Next, Zach LaVine would be the player to bring the Bulls within one point during the 2nd quarter. As he buried a step back mid range jumper, 40-41. Bulls scored 8 second chance points, shot 30% from the field and walked into the half down 45-51. Next, Zach LaVine would be the player to bring the Bulls within one point during the 2nd quarter. As he buried a step back mid range jumper, 40-41. Bulls scored 8 second chance points, shot 30% from the field and walked into the half down 45-51. Thereafter, Zach LaVine in the 3rd quarter would bury a step back three pointer. But the Bulls still trailed 62-81. Despite this game being out of reach in the 4th quarter, Troy Brown still was able to knock in a three ball off a Dosunmu assist, 91-113. Bulls were outscored 33-31 in the 4th, shot 29% from deep and were bumped down to an 8-4 record.
Thursday, November 11th 2021: The Clippers rallied from 17 points down to knock off the Miami Heat by a score of 112-109. This Victory allowed the Clippers to ride a 6-Game win streak while standing in 6th place in throughout the entire Western Conference. Paul George turned in 27 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists while hitting 11 of 25 from the floor. Alongside Reggie Jackson burying 22 points and 3 boards on 7 of 17 shooting from the floor. Now Terrance Mann late in the 1st quarter delivered his pass to Luke Kennard who utilized a pump fake before knocking in a buzzer beating mid range baseline jumper and made things 25-40. Subsequently, the Clippers would come within 10 points during the midway point of the 2nd quarter. As Paul George knocked down a three ball, 42-52. Clips scored 9 points off the Heat's 7 turnovers, shot 46% from the floor and entered the locker rooms down 56-58. Bledsoe knocked in 21 points and 3 rebounds in win. At some point or another during the 3rd quarter the Clippers would force the Heat to take timeout....thanks to Reggie Jackson downing a beauty of a layup, 75-70. Afterwards, during the 4th quarter Paul George had pushed the Clippers lead to 7 after hitting a corner three pointer, 105-98. Clippers ended the night by scoring 18 points off the Heat's 15 turnovers, scored 14 fast break points and moved up to a 7-4 record.
Kyle Lowry drops 25 points and the Heat still suffered a disappointing 109-112 three point loss to the Clippers. The Heat have now fallen to 3 straight losses in a row. Bam Adebayo jammed in a double double by posting 30 points and 11 rebounds on 12 of 18 shooting from the field. Including Tyler Herro knocking in 23 points, 3 assists and 7 boards while knocking down 10 of 23 from the field. Miami with 6:00 to play in the 1st quarter had extended their lead to 10 points, following Adebayo knocking down a fading mid range jumper, 20-10. Thereafter, Gabe Vincent would bury in a fading mid range jumper off a Lowry assist, 52-37. The Heat were outscored 31-18 in the 2nd, shot 20% from downtown and entered halftime up 58-56. Ivan Zubac utilized a double double by turning in 18 points and 11 rebounds. Eventually, during the 3rd quarter Eric Bledsoe would block Adebayo's layup attempt and it led to a PJ Tucker mid range floater, 68-69. However, Kyle Lowry with over a minute to go in 4th would knock down a three point jumper while getting fouled in the process and made this a four point play, 104-108. Heat drew 21 fouls, shot 44% from the field and they staggered down to a 7-5 record.
Wednesday, November 10th 2021: Tyler Herro missed a key wide open three pointer with just 6 seconds remaining in OT and the Heat suffered a 117-120 defeat to the LA Lakers. This defeat dropped the Heat to 2nd place in the Southeast Division and moved the Wizards(7-3) into 1st. Along with falling to a 3-3 road record. Adebayo secured a double double by posting 28 points and 10 boards on 6 steals. Including Butler hitting 7 points on 1 of 3 shooting from the field before leaving with an ankle injury. Now late in the 1st quarter Jimmy Butler would dish a pass to a wide open Tyler Herro before knocking down a three point jumper, 23-25. Then Kyle Lowry in the 2nd would be responsible for bringing Miami within three points, after hitting a corner three ball, 41-44. Heat scored 10 points off the Lakers 12 turnovers, shot 45% from the field and entered halftime up 57-55. Kyle Lowry alsp knocked in 18 points and 11 assists on 5 of 14 shooting from the field. Afterwards, come the 3rd quarter and Gabe Vincent with 12 ticks remaining would down a beauty of a layup, 86-79. Luckily for Miami PJ Tucker would come in clutch after securing a rebound on offense off a Tyler Herro missed three point attempt and hammered in a putback slam, 112-112. Thus forcing OT. It wouldn't be until 23 ticks left in Overtime where Lowry was able to power himself to the rim for a well put layup, 117-119. Heat shot a poor 27% from long distance, scored 20 points off the Lakers 22 turnovers and fell down to a 7-4 record.
The Lakers jump out to a 3-3 record when playing without LeBron James while handling business by picking up a 120-117 Victory, over the Heat. This Victory allowed the Lakers to earn their 2nd straight win in a row and trail the 1st place Warriors by 3.5 games back in the Pacific Division. Despite a tough loss, Anthony Davis turned in 24 points, 13 boards and 4 assists while shooting 10 of 23 from the floor. Along with Westbrook jamming in a triple double by piling in 25 points, 14 assists and 12 rebounds on 10 of 22 shooting from the floor and forced 2 blocked shots. For the Lakers they would snag a 25-20 five point lead in the 1st quarter after Avery Bradley knocked in a three ball. Next, Wayne Ellington in the 2nd quarter would knock down a nicely made three point jumper with 29 seconds left, 55-54. Lakers shot 42% from the floor, were outscored 32-27 in the 2nd and walked into the half down by two, 55-57. Avery Bradley was doing his thing by chipping in 17 points and 3 rebounds. Eventually, with 57 seconds to go in the 3rd quarter of play, you'd spot Malik Monk downing pointer, 79-82. Lakers did manage to get outscored by Miami 27-29 to close out quarter 3. However, Westbrook late in the 4th quarter had buried a mid range jumper to put LA up by two, 112-110. Luckily for the Lakers they'd put this game away in OT by Westbrook tossing an alley oop pass to Davis, who hammered in the slam, 119-114 with 1:55. Proving to be the dagger. Lakers outscored Miami 8-5 in OT, shot 50% from the field and jumped up to a 6-5 record.
Monday November 9th 2021: Paul George's 21 points and 9 rebounds were enough to lead the Clippers to a hard fought 117-109 Victory when going against the Trail Blazers. This loss allowed the Clippers to improve to a 4-2 home record while on a 3-Game win streak. Reggie Jackson knocked in 23 points, 6 assists and 2 rebounds on 10 of 20 shooting from the floor. Along with Nicolas Batum earning 22 and 6 rebounds. Now Reggie Jackson would be responsible for giving the Clippers a one point 1st quarter lead. After knocking down a three point jumper 20-19. Clippers ended the 1st quarter on a 13-0 run and outscored Portland 33-26. Then Paul George in the 2nd quarter would utilize a spin move before knocking down a fading baseline jumper, 43-39. Eventually, Paul George would have to do it to Portland yet again after hitting a step back three pointer, 52-49. The Clippers shot 46% from the field, scored 9 fast break points to Portland's 0 and entered the half up 56-55. Next, late in the 3rd, you'd spot Eric Bledsoe fishing a pass to a wide open Ivan Zubac who hammered in a two handed slam, 83-79 with 10 seconds to go. LA outscored Portland 27-24 to end the 3rd. Although, Luke Kennard in the early stages of the 4th would force a Blazers timeout. As he hauled in a pass from Bledose before knocking down a three ball, 91-89. Ultimately, it would Nicolas Batum draining in a dagger of a three point jumper after receiving a pass from George and put this game out of reach, 114-102. Clippers shot 51% from the field, scored 11 points off the Blazers 9 turnovers and improved to a 6-4 record.
The Trail Blazers 2-Game win streak was officially snapped after being handed a difficult 109-117 loss to the Clippers. This defeat drops Portland one game beneath .500 and staggered to an 0-5 record when playing on the road. Despite a tough loss, Lillard turned in 27 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds while knocking down 11 of 22 from the floor. Including Norman Powell hanging in 23 points and 3 assists. Cody Zeller would help Portland extend their 1st quarter lead to six points, after throwing down a hard slam, 26-20. This also happen to be Zeller's second made shot in a row. Blazers shot 37% from the floor and 28% from deep to end quarter 1. Norman Powell with over 1 minute to to go in the 2nd quarter had buried a three point jumper while getting fouled in the process for a four point play. 53-52. Blazers outscored LA 29-23 in the 2nd, shot 39% from downtown and walked into halftime down by one 55-56. Afterwards, Anfernee Simons in the 3rd quarter made the play of the night. After slipping past a Clippers defender before hammering in a one handed slam to posterize Ivan Zubac. But still trailed 68-70. For the Blazers they were starting to catch fire late in the 4th quarter. After Nurkic downed a three point jumper to cut the Clips lead to three. 100-103. Trail Blazers secured 5 fast break points, defense forced 8 turnovers and dropped down to a 5-6 record.
Monday, November 9th 2021: Giannis and Portis each secure double double night's to power the Bucks past the 76ers for a 118-109 Victory. This win allowed the Bucks to snap their 2-Game losing skid and now trail the 1st place Bulls by 2.5 games in the Central Division. Antetokounmpo scored 31 points and 16 rebounds on 12 of 26 shooting from the field and went 7 of 13 from the charity strike. Bobby Portis followed by adding in 19 points and 10 rebounds while shooting 6 of l4 from the field. Bucks late in the 1st quarter came within four points, following Jordan Nwora knocking down a nicley made layup, 24-28. Then Antetokounmpo with over 11 minutes to play in the 2nd quarter had downed a beauty of a turning mid range jumper, 35-42. Thereafter, Milwaukee's lead would get bumped up to tthree as Grayson Allen buried a three pointer with 18 seconds left in the 1st half. 61-58. Bucks shot 45% from the field, outscored Philly 31-19 and entered halftime up 61-58. Holiday and Hill each earned an 8 point night during win. Next, Antetokounmpo in the 3rd would power himself to the rim before dishing in a one handed layup while getting fouled in the process. Thus making this a three point play 79-74. Antetokounmpo midway through the 4th quarter had blocked off Shake Milton's layup attempt before turning up court on the other end and hammered in a one handed slam, 99-96. Eventually, at some point during this final quarter, you'd see the Bucks put an end to Philly's night as Grayson Allen sunk in a three ball, 114-107. Bucks shot 71% from the free throw line, are one game beneath .500 and moved up to a 5-6 record.
The 76ers were outscored 27-16 in the 4th quarter and were handed a tough 109-118 defeat to the Bucks. This loss drops the 76ers to 7-4 through their last 11 played games and staggered down a 5-4 when versing the Eastern Conference. Drummond earned a double double by scoring 17 points and 20 boards on 8 of 13 shooting from the floor. Including Maxey delivering 31 points and 4 assists. Now Tyrese Maxey in the 1st quarter would knock down a mid range floater to put Philly up 23-20. Afterwards, the Sixers would push their lead to 10 points, thanks to Niang hitting a three point jumper 45-35. Philly shot 8 of 22 from deep, earned 18 team assists and entered halftime down 58-61. Niang dropped in 21 points while knocking down 7 of 14 from the floor. 76ers would jump out to a 3rd quarter 7-0 run after Andre Drummond sunk a three point jumper and tied this game at 87-87. Followed up with a Danny Green three pointer off a Shake Milton assist and secured a 90-89 one point lead. However, Danny Green in the 4th quarter would be the player to help Philly chip into the Bucks lead and came within two, following his three point jumper 105-107. 76ers earned 56 team rebounds, were fouled 20 total times to the Bucks 14 and fell to an 8-4 record.
Monday, November 8th 2021: The Lakers outscored the Hornets 11-8 in Overtime and picked up a highly impressive 126-123 Victory. This win allowed the Lakers to move one game over .500 while standing in 4th place in the Pacific Division. Westbrook earned a triple double by scoring 17 points, 14 assists and 12 rebounds on 5 of 15 shooting from the field. Along with Davis piling in a double double by scoring 32 points and 14 boards. Wayne Ellington with just 47 seconds to go in the 1st quarter would knock down a three point jumper, 29-21. Afterwards, Avery Bradley during the late stages of the 2nd quarter had received a pass from Anthony Davis before downing a three ball, 52-48. Lakers then with 9 seconds to go would extend their lead by one point, after Carmelo Anthony drained a three pointer, 61-60. LA scored 13 points off the Hornets 10 turnovers, shot 51% from the field and went into the lockers up 61-60. Carmelo Anthony came off the bench and spotted in 29 points on 9 of 13 shooting from the field. The Lakers during the latter stages of the 3rd would knock down back to back baskets in a row, after Davis hauled in a pass from Rondo before turning in a slam, 88-83. Ultimately, Anthony Davis would be responsible for bringing the Lakers lead back up to 11 points late in the 4th. As Carmelo Anthony forced a steal off Nick Richards before dishing a pass to Anthony Davis who hammered in a two handed slam, 110-99. Eventually, Anthony Davis finalized Charlotte's night with 1:27 left in OT, after knocking down a mid range fading baseline jumper, 124-121. Lakers scored 7 second chance points, earned 48 points in the paint and improved to a 6-5 record.
LaMelo Ball's triple double wasn't enough and the Hornets fall two games beneath .500 on the season, following a difficult 123-126 Overtime loss to the LA Lakers. This defeat drops the Hornets to 3-5 when playing on the road in 2021. Along with increasing their losing streak to 5 in a row. Despite a difficult defeat, LaMelo Ball notched 23 points, 1q assists and 12 rebounds on 8 of 19 shooting from the floor and went 3 of 8 from downtown. Including Rozier knocking in 29 points on 11 of 22 shooting from the floor. Now LaMelo Ball with under 3 minutes to play in the 1st quarter would bury a step back three pointer and gave Charlotte a 21-20 one point lead. Then LaMelo Ball with 1:11 remaining in the 2nd quarter would bury a three point jumper to put Charlotte up 55-54. Moments after and Terry Rozier would knock in a step back three pointer, 60-58. Hornets outscored LA 34-32 in the 2nd, shot 42% from deep and entered halftime down 60-61. Hayward added in 21 points while shooting 7 of 14 from the floor. Next, Charlotte continued to show their fight and weren't going anywhere anytime soon at this point in time in the 3rd. After Mason Plumlee with 2 seconds left buried a turning mid range hook, 87-90. Naturally, Plumlee would bring his team within three points with only 1:28 to go and knocked in a turning mid range hook, 112-115. Followed up with Miles Bridges burying a three pointer with 23 seconds to left and forced Overtime. 115-115. Afterwards, Rozier in OT had hit a mid range floater to bring his team within one, 123-124. Hornets secured 11 second chance points, racked in 24 fast break points and slipped down to a 5-7 record.
Monday, November 8th 2021: 1st place Central Division leaders Chicagi Bulls hold off the Brooklyn Nets by a score of 118-95. This win allowed the Bulls to snap their 2-Game losing streak. DeMar DeRozan knocked in 28 points, 3 assists and 4 rebounds on 10 of 20 shooting from the field. Including LaVine scoring 24 points while shooting 10 of 17 from the field. DeMar DeRozan late in the 1st quarter utilize his playmaking skills by putting on a spin move before kicking his pass out to Derrick Jones, who knocked down a corner three pointer 33-25. Following that basket Chicago would go up by ten points after Dosunmu hit a three point jumper and made things 35-25. Also happen to be the Bulls second made three in a row. Bulls ended the 1st quarter by shooting 55% from the field. Javantae Green then brought Chicago within two points of the Nets 2nd quarter lead. As he turned in nicely made layup, 43-45. Bulls shot 17% from the field, scored 6 fast break points to Brooklyn's 3 and entered halftime down 51-57. Lonzo Ball downed 11 points and 3 assists. Alongside Dosunmu coming off the bench to score 15 points on 6 of 10 shooting from the field. Next, Javantae Green would force a steal off Blake Griffin before getting on a fast break and hammering in the slam, 62-61. However, Dosumnu with 23 seconds to play in the 4th quarter would bury a dagger of a powering layup to push their lead to 118-95. Bulls scored 17 points off the Nets 14 turnovers, shot 46% from the field and improved to a 7-3 record.
The Brooklyn Nets were outscored 42-17 in the 4th quarter and it led to a routing 95-118 defeat to the Chicago Bulls. This loss still has the Nets trailing the 1st place 76ers by 1 game in the Atlantic Division. Along with being denied of their 8th win of the year. Despite a tough loss, Kevin Durant secured a double double by scoring 38 points and 10 rebounds on 13 of 24 shooting from the floor. Following behind would be James Harden adding in 14 points, 5 assists and 8 boards while shooting 4 of 11 from the floor. Kevin Durant would be responsible for bringing the Nets within three points. As he drained a corner three ball, 25-28. Then during the 2nd quarter Brooklyn would break the 47-47 tie, following a Patty Mills three point jumper, 50-47. Nets outscored the Bulls 30-16 in the 2nd, earned 13 team assists and walked into the half up 57-51. Joe Harris knocked in 9 points and 5 rebounds on 3 of 5 shooting from deep. Alongside Aldrige coming off the bench to rack in a 19 point performance. Afterwards, with over 2 minutes to play in the 3rd quarter, you'd see Tony Bradley secure a rebound on offense off a Derrick Jones missed three ball and utilized a putback layin, 72-74. We are now going to head in over to the 4th quarter with over 4 minutes to play, where Kevin Durant would splash in a three point jumper, 91-102. Nets shot 39% from the field, scored 24 points in the paint to the Bulls 54 and dropped down to a 7-4 record.
Sunday, November 7th 2021: Curry and Poole scored a combined total of 45 points while the Warriors shot 51% from the field, following an impressive 120-107 Victory, over the Houston Rockets. This win allowed Golden State to secure a 7-1 record when versing the Western Conference and have won their past 4 in a row. Steph Curry dropped in 20 points, 2 assists and 3 boards on 8 of 16 shooting from the field and went 4 of 11 from deep. Along with Jordan Poole downing 25 points and 5 assists on 7 of 13 shooting from the field. Now Jordan Poole with under 4 minutes to play in the 1st quarter would knock down a nicely made mid range jumper, 24-18. Warriors then increased their lead to ten points in the 2nd quarter with a little under a minute to go. As Ottor Porter buried a three ball, 69-59. Keep note to that this would be Ottor Porter's 3rd made thre pointer in a row at this point in time. Warriors shot 52% from the field, 19 team assists and walked into the half up 69-61. Andrew Wiggins jammed in 16 and 3 rebounds. Following behind would be Otto Porter coming off the bench scoring 15 points on 5 of 9 shooting from the field. However, the Warriors would crack that 100 point mark with under a minute to play, as Curry drove to the rim before hamming in a beauty of a finger roll layin, 100-81. Eventually, Moses Moody with 58 seconds to go in 4th quarter had knocked down a dagger of a mid range floater. 120-105. Warriors shot 32% from deep, scored 36 fast break points to Houston's 14 and moved up to an 8-1 record.
Jae'Sean Tate's double double night wasn't enough and the Houston Rockets turned the ball over 21 total times, during a 107-120 loss to the Warriors. This defeat dropped the Rockets to an 0-7 road record and are now riding 8 straight losses in a row. Despite a tough loss, Jae'Sean Tate knocked in 21 points and 10 rebounds while shooting 7 of 11 from the floor and went 2 of 4 from downtown. Theis chipped in a 14 point night and 5 rebounds. The Rockets late in the 1st quarter came within three points....thanks to Martin driving the lane before turning in a beauty of a layup, 30-33. Thereafter, with under 4 minutes to go in the 2nd quarter, you'd see Jalen Green power to the basket to drop in a layup and made this contest 52-53. Rockets shot 52% from the floor, secured 26 team rebounds and entered halftime down by 7 points. 61-68. Porter scored 11 points and 7 assists. Including Augustine coming off the bench to record 11 points as well. Now Jae'Sean Tate would be responsible for bringing his team within 11 points. Thanks to burying a three point jumper in the 3rd quarter 68-76. We are now going to focus more towards the end of the 4th quarter. Where Houston would climb within 13 points after Garuba downed a three pointer, 101-114. Rockets outscored Golden State 24-17 in the 4th, shot 36% from the floor and fell to a 1-9 record.
Saturday November 6th 2021: The Trail Blazers improve to 4-1 when playing on home court to hold off the Lakers for routing 105-90 Victory. This win allowed Portland to move back to .500 and have won 2 straight games in a row. Damian Lillard secured 25 points and 6 assists on 9 of 16 shooting from the field. Including Nurkic earning 15 points and 17 rebounds. Blazers midway into the 1st quarter forced the Lakers into a timeout. As Anfernee Simons missed a layup attempt before securing his own rebound and utilizing a putback layin, 25-10. This basket was set up on a Nassir steal off bad Rondo pass attempt. Now as time went along during the 2nd quarter, you'd see Norman Powell with just 4 minutes to play knock down a beauty of a three ball, 47-30. Blazers secured 11 second chance points to the Lakers 6, shot 40% from the field and entered halftime with a 51-36 lead. Powell sunk in 13 and 2 rebounds. While Covington secured 12 points on 4 of 8 shooting from the field. Eventually, during the late stages of the 3rd quarter would extend their lead to 25 points....as Norman Powell powered himself past an LA defender before knocking down a layup, 69-44. Ultimately, during the 4th quarter with over a minute to play Ben McLemore would rub salt on the Lakers wound, following his dagger of three ball 105-81. Blazers shot 37% from the floor, defense forced 19 LA turnovers and bounced to a 5-5 record.
No LeBron or A.D. and the Lakers get blown out the arena after being handed a tough 90-105 loss to the Trail Blazers. This defeat drops LA to 4-5 when versing the entire Western Conference and now trail the 1st place Warriors by 3 games back in the Pacific Division. Despite a tough loss, Westbrook dropped in just 8 points on 1 of 13 shooting from the field with 6 turnovers added to belt. Including Monk coming off the bench scoring 13 points and 4 boards on 4 of 13 shooting from the floor. Now Dwight Howard would receive a pass from Acery Bradley before hammering down a nicley made layup, 12-25. Lakers ended the 1st quarter by shooting 24% from the floor and went 0 of 6 from deep. Lakers late in the 2nd quarter were trying to fight their way back into this matchup as Carmelo Anthony buried a mid range jumper, 30-44. LA turned the ball over 9 times, Anthony Davis left the game with stomach illness and entered the half down 36-51. Anthony Davis before leaving the game turned in 2 points and 3 boards. Alongside Carmelo Anthony, who drained 12 points when coming from the bench. Next, the Lakers would snap the Blazers 9-0 run during the 3rd quarter, following Kent Bazemore knocking down a tough layup, 42-60. Lakers were still struggling to shoot from three point line with 22% and had 12 turnovers to end the 3rd. Afterwards, Austin Rivers late in quarter 4 would bury a three ball to make things 86-108. LA scored 12 points off the. Blazers 11 turnovers, earned 14 fast break points and staggered to a 5-5 record.
Friday, November 5th 2021: The Warriors shot 20 of 50 from the three point line to walup the Pelicans 126-85. This Victory allowed the Warriors to improve to 6-1 when versing the entire Western Conference while riding a 3-Game win streak. Curry dropped in 19 points, 6 assists and 3 reounds on 5 of 15 shooting from the field. Including Poole downing 26 points while shooting 10 of 15 from the field. Now Steoh Curry late in the 1st quarter would knock down a second chance three point jumper off a Jordan Poole missed three and made this game 21-20. To follow that up....Curry would receive a pass from Igualdala before downing a catch and shoot three pointer, 29-24. This basket was set up on a Valanciunas turnover after being stripped by Green. Warriors ended the 1st quarter by outscoring New Orleans 38-31 and went 8 of 18 from deep. Afterwards, Golden State would end the Pels 12-0 run late in the 1st half. Thanks to Draymond Green charging the middle of the court before hammering down a hard one handed slam, 52-47. Warriors shot 40% from the floor, earned 24 team boards and entered halftime up 54-50. Wiggins jammed in a 16 point night and 3 boards secured. Come the 3rd and Gary Payton would charge the basket hard while burying a beauty of a one handed layup and got fouled in thr process to make this a three point play, 72-58. We will now shift over to the midway point of the 4th, where Damion Lee would come off the bench dishing a pass inside the paint to Gary Payton who utilized a one handed dunk over a Louzada, 124-86. Golden State outscored the Pels 34-16 in the 3rd, 52% from the field and jumped up to a 7-1 record.
The Pelicans were outscored 38-19 in the 4th quarter while suffering an 85-126 loss to the Warriors. Pelicans losing streak has now reached 6 consecutive games in a row and are 1-4 when playing on the road so far in 2021. Despite a rough defeat, Valanciunas racked in a double double by scoring 20 points and 18 rebounds on 8 of 14 shooting from the floor. Along with Josh Hart jamming in 10 points and 9 boards while shooting 3 of 5 from the floor and went 1 of 2 from deep. Naturally, the Pelicans would respond with a basket of their own, following Nickeil Alexander sinking a three ball, 27-29. Now the Pelicans in the 2nd quarter would get off to a 10-0 run after Graham dished a pass to Temple who downed a three point jumper, 45-50. Pels outscored the Warriors 19-16 in the 2nd, Valanciunas was 5 of 10 with 13 points and slid into the half down by four, 50-54. Devontae Graham was able to sink in 12 points, 3 assists and 3 rebounds. Next, Josh Hart would bring New Orleans within 17 points after hitting a falling baseline jumper, 62-79 during the 3rd quarter with over 3 minutes to play. A quarter later in the 4th and you'd spot Trey Murphy knocking down a three ball off a Graham assist, 75-106. Pelicans shot 11 of 44 from downtown, allowed the Warriors to score 29 points off their 18 turnovers and doubled down to a 1-9 record.
Thursday,November 4th 2021:The Rockets remain winless when playing on the road after a tough 111-123 loss to the Suns. This defeat dropped the Rockets to an 0-5 road record and are on top of a 6-Game losing streak. Christian Wood jammed in 18 points and 15 rebounds on 6 of 15 shooting from the field. Along with Kevin Porter Jr scoring 20 points, 3 assists 6 boards while shooting 7 of 17 from the field. Christian Wood with 46 seconds to play in quarter number 1 would knock down a three point jumper to bring his team within three, 27-30. Eric Gordom would then be responsible for extending the Rockets lead to 6 points....once knocking down a three pointer, 56-52. Rockets earned 16 team assists, shot 33% from downtown and entered halftime up 61-56. Jae'sean Tate buried 14 points and 4 as on 5 of 8 shooting from the field. Alongside Eric Gordon scoring 12 points on 5 of 10 shooting from the field. Despite this game being somewhat over by the time the 4th quarter came around, you'd spot Kevin Porter Jr burying a turning mid range jumper. 97-110. Porter Jr with just seconds to go in the final quarter would earn his 20th point of the night after a nicely made two handed jam, as they trailed 111-123. Rockets secured 17 second chance points, shot 43% from the floor and dropped to a 1-7 record.
The Suns rally late in the 4th quarter to knock off the Houston Rockets for a 123-111 Victory. Suns during this win moved one game past .500 and extended their win streak to 3 in a row. Booker turned in 27 points, 5 assists and 9 rebounds on 8 of 18 shooting from the field. Following behind would be Chris Paul downing 9 points and 13 assists. Now the Suns would extend their 1st quarter lead to 6 points after Elfrid Peyton hit a nicely made mid range floater, 30-24 with just 1:00 to go. Eventually, with a over a minute to go in the 2nd quarter Elfrid Peyton would jam in a beauty of reverse layin, 56-61. Suns scored 5 points off the Rockets 7 turnovers, shot 50% from the field and entered the locker rooms facing a 56-61 five point deficit. Bridges earned 16 points on 7 of 11 shooting from the floor. Along with McGee coming off the bench dropping in 11 points and 2 blocks. Then during the midway point of the 3rd quarter the Suns had found themselves trialing by 7 before Devin Booker knocked in a three point jumper, 64-68. Moments after, JaVale McGee would get hot defensively after blocking Sengun's layup attempt that eventually led to a Camerom Payne two handed jam, 82-81. Suns ended the 3rd by outscoring Houstin 37-25. With the help of McGee sparking a Suns surge by utilizing 2 blocks after trailing by 12 points. However, Chris Paul would earn a steal late in the 4th off a Chritian Wood bad pass before gaining a fast break and delivering an assist to Bridges, who hammered in a dagger of a two handed slam, 116-103. Suns earned 54 points in the paint to the Rockets 50, scored 14 second chance points and improved to a 4-3 record.
Wednesday, November 3rd 2021: Miles Bridges's 32 points just wasn't enough and the Hornets suffered a 92-114 loss to the Warriors. This defeat denied the them of their 3rd win of the season and trail the 1st place Heat by 2 games in the Southeast Division. Despite a tough loss, Hayward secured a double double bu scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds on 8 of 15 shooting from the field. Including LaMelo Ball earning 14 points and 8 assists. Gordon Hayward with 5 seconds to go in the 1st quarter would power his way to the rim for a nicely made layup. 26-21. Next, Miles Bridges would earn 11 of his 17 points during the midway point of the 2nd quarter of play, following his three point jumper, thus making back to back shots in a row 39-32. Hornets forced 10 turnovers, shot 38% from the field and entered halftime down 52-53. Plumlee and Washington each secured a 7 point performance. Then finally during the 3rd quarter with 26 seconds remaining Cody Martin would dish a pass to P.J. Washington who downed a step back three pointer, 67-83. Keep note that the Hornets before this basket had gone 9 minutes without a made shot. Hornets were outscored 27-15 to cap off the 3rd. Charlotte at some point in the 4th quarter started climbing their way back into this matchup and came within 6 points, as Terry Rozier buried a three point jumper, but were still behind 78-85. Warriors earned 33 team assists to the Hornets 18, scored 13 points off Charlotte's 16 turnovers and ju.ped up to a 6-1 record.
The Warriors outscored the Hornets 61-35 between the 3rd and 4th quarter and it led to an impressive 114-92 Victory. This win allowed the Warriors to pick up their 6th win of the year and are now averaging 111.3 in points per game through the seasons first 7 played games. Jordan Poole lit it up with 31 points, 1 assist and 3 rebound on 11 of 24 shooting from the field and went 7 of 16 from deep. Along with Steph Curry notching 15 and 9 assists. Now Draymond green would feed a pass to Gary Peyton, who was able able hammer down a heavy one handed slam, 17-19. Afterwards, Jordan Poole stayed hot after knocking down a catch and shoot three pointer to give the Warriors 46-44 lead. Keep note to by this point in time Poole was shooting 6 of 9 from deep. Warriors shot over 40% from both the field and three point line, secured 30 team rebounds while walked into the half up by one, 53-52. Andrew Wiggins knocked in 14 points and 6 rebounds while hitting 4 shots on 12 attempts from the floor. Following behind would be Lee securing 15 points and 4 boards on 5 of 8 shooting from the floor when coming off the bench. Now come the 3rd quarter the Warriors would push their lead to 14 points after Gary Payton knocked down a nicely made layup, 78-64. Next, Gary Payton would make his presence felt yet again only this time it would be after hitting a mid range jumper, 103-92. But as expected, late in the 4th Damion Lee with 56 seconds to go would bury a dagger of a three ball, 112-92. Charlotte turned in 53 team rebounds, shot 73% from the free throw line and slipped down to a 5-4 record.
Tuesday. November 2nd 2021: Booker scored the final 9 points in the 4th quarter to lead the Suns to a 112-100 Victory, over the New Orleans Pelicans. Booker scored 18 points, 3 assists and 8 boards while shooting 7 of 20 from the field. Incliding Chris Paul earning 14 points and 18 assists. Devin Booker in the 1st quarter would be responsible for bringing the Suns within seven points after hitting a three pointer off a Chris Paul assist, 20-27. Then the Suns would come within ten points during the 2nd quarter of play, as Jae Crowder knocked down a nicely made three pointer off Chris Paul's 8th assist at this point in time. 45-55. Suns scored 10 points off the Pels 11 turnovers, shot 44% from the field and entered the half down 59-48. Mikal Bridges knocked down 22 points and 1 rebound on 9 of 15 shooting from the field. Following behind would be Kaminsky securing 17 points and 3 rebounds when coming off the bench. Next, Bridges would help Phoenix inch closer to Pelicans 3rd quarter 9 nine point lead, following his mid range J, 66-75. However, Devin Booker would receive a pass from Frank Kaminski before securing a three point jumper, 103-96. Thereafter, Booker would then bury a dagger of a step back three ball and went up 110-100. Chris Paul moved into third place all time in the NBA for most assists, scored 16 points off the Pels 17 turnovers and moved up to a 3-3 record.
The New Orleans Pelicans were outscored 36-18 in the 4th quarter leading them to a 100-112 defeat to the Suns. This defeat denied the Pelicans of their 2nd win of the year while riding a 4-Game losing streak. Despite a tough loss, Valanciunas secured a double double scoring 23 points and 14 boards on 9 of 16 shooting from the floor. Along with Josh Hart knocking down 16 points on 6 of 11 shooting from the floor and 2 of 5 from downtown. Now Kira Lewis late in the 1st quarter would hammer in a slam to give the Pels a 31-20 lead. Keep note that the Pels ended the 1st quarter on a 24-11 run while outscoring the Suns 36-22. Then Naji Marshall in the 2nd quarter would force a steal off Chris Paul's bad inbound pass before getting on a solo fast break and hammering down a one handed slam, 43-26. New Orleans shot 52% from the floor, secured 12 fast break points to the Suns 3 and walked into halftime up 59-48. Devontae Graham was able to jam in 12 points on 4 of 15 shooting from the floor. Alongside his teammate Alexander Walker, who turned in 10 points and 2 boards. The Pelicans late in the 3rd quarter found ways to keep extending their lead and it came off a Valanciunas three pointer, 78-66. This also happen to be the Pels 3rd made shot in a row in offense. Unfortunately this night came to an end late in the 2nd half trailing by 5 with over a minute to play...but it didn't stop Hart burying a mid range floater, 98-103. Pels earned 21 team assists to the Suns 32, scored 30 points off the Suns 19 turnover night and slipped down to a 1-7 record.
Monday, November 1st 2021: The Clippers outscored the Thunder 33-20 in the 4th quarter to pick up a well earned 99-94 Victory. This win allowed the Clippers to a 2-2 record when playing at home and snapped their 2-Game losing skid in the process. Paul George jammed in 32 points, 7 assists and 9 boards on 11 of 24 shooting from the field and went 5 of 8 from downtown. Alongside Reggie Jackson hitting 15 points and 7 assists on 7 of 15 shooting from the field. Justice Winslow would be responsible for bringing the Clips within 8 points, as he knocked in a nicely made turning mid range jumper, 12-19. Next, the Clippers would chip into the Thunder's 8 point lead in the 2nd....after Batum secured a beauty of a three point jumper, 28-36. Defense forced 10 turnovers, shot 30% from deep range and entered halftime down 40-44. Luke Kennard came off the bench scoring 14 points and 4 rebounds. Along with Terrance Mann also coming off the bench to spot in a 10 point night and 5 boards collected. Now Paul George in the late stages of the 3rd quarter would bring LA within three points, as Reggie Jackson dished a pass to Paul George before knocking down a three ball, 63-66. Then during the 4th quarter with just 36 seconds to play, you'd spot Reggie Jackson burying a 2-point mid range jumper and pushed their lead to 95-92. Luckily for LA Jacksom would make his final two free throws, scored 20 fast break points to the Thunder's 9 and jumped up to a 2-4 record.
The Thunder watched a 4th quarter 9 point lead disappear as they suffered a disappointing 94-99 defeat to the Clippers on Monday night. This loss dropped the Thunder to an 0-4 record when playing on the road, while riding 2 straight losses in a row. Despite a tough loss, Gilgeous Alexander would knock down 28 points, 2 assists and 7 rebounds on 11 of 23 shooting from the floor. Following behind would be Bazley chipping in 15 points while turning the ball over 7 total times. Shai Gllgeous midway into the 1st quarter would knock down mid range floater, 21-12. Then Gllgeous Alexander would be responsible for throwing the Thunder's lead to 8 points, following his three pointer 41-33. Thunder secured 10 team assists to the Clips 8, defense held Paul George to 5 1st half points and entered the locker rooms up 44-40. Maledon came off the bench scoring 7 points on 3 of 10 shooting from the floor. For the Thunder coming out of halftime Darius Bazley would push his teams lead to 6 points, after knocking down a much needed three ball 69-63. Followed up with a Gilgeous Alexander step back three pointer to make this bout 72-63. Afterwards, going into the 4th quarter with 4 seconds left and Gilgeous Alexander would sink in one last mid range step back jumper, 94-97. Thunder outscored LA 30-26 in the 3rd, shot 38% from the field and dropped down to a 1-6 record.
Sunday, October 31st 2021: The Houston Rockets losing streak bounced up to 4 in a row after suffering a tough 85-95 loss to the Lakers. This loss denied the Rockets of winning their 2nd game of the season. Despite a tough defeat, Christian Wood would turn in 16 points and 13 rebounds on 7 of 15 shooting from the field. Along with Porter knocking down 13 points and 9 boards secured. Now Eric Gordon in the 1st quarter had knocked down a three ball, but still trailed by ten points 26-36.Thereafter, with a little over 2 minutes to play in the 2nd, you'd see Christian Wood turn in a nicely made three point jumper, 31-52. The Rockets were outscored 27-20 in the 2nd and entered halftime down 35-54. Jeff Green contributed in last night's matchup, after hitting 7 points while shooting 2 of 8 from the field. Alongside Kevin Martin scoring 12 and 4 rebounds when coming off the bench. For Houston Christian Wood would bury a floating mid range jumper with 17 seconds in the 3rd quarter to make this contest 54-75. However, Houston was showing no quit despite the beating they were taking come the 4th quarter. As Eric Gordon buried a three pointer but still behind 62-84. Rockets shot 21% from deep, secured 69 rebounds to LA's 51 and staggered to a 1-5 record.
The Lakers officially slid past .500 on the 2021-2022 season and picked up an impressive 95-85. This win allowed the Lakers to push their winning streak to 2 consecutive. LeBron James jammed in 15 points and 8 assists on 6 of 19 shooting from the floor. Following behind would be Russell Westrbrook who turned in 20 points, 9 assists and 8 boards on 9 of 22 shooting from the floor. Lakers during the 1st quarter got their lead up big, thanks to LeBron Jame hiring a turning slam and went up 40-24. Then during the mid stages of the 2nd quarter, you'd see Russell Westbrook jam in a nicely made three pointer 50-28. Lakers managed to open this game up early after outscoring Houston 27-15 in the 1st while entering halftime up 54-35. Carmelo Anthony came off the bench recording 23 points on 8 of 14 shooting from the field and went 5 of 8 from deep. LeBron James in the 3rd quarter would help the Lakers Continue to pile on the beating.....as LeBron James jammed in a beauty of a layup, 63-44. Eventually, LA would put this game away in the 4th quarter, after Carmelo Anthony knocked down a three ball off a Westbrook assist, 84-56. Lakers shot 40% from the field, scored 32 points off the Rockets 25 turnovers and improved to 4-3 record.
Saturday, October 30th 2021: The Suns found a way to hold off the Cavaliers for a 101-92 win on Saturday night. This Victory allowed the Suns to secure a 1-2 record when at home and trail the 1st place Warriors by 2.5 games back. Devin Booker spotted in 27 points, 9 assists and 4 rebounds while shooting 9 of 20 from the floor. Along with Chris Paul securing a double double by earning 16 points and 10 assists during this win. Suns in the 1st quarter were able to come within four points, following Cameron Johnson knocking down a nicely made mid range jumper, 24-28. Now as time showed 12 seconds left in the 2nd quarter the Suns were starting to hit on all cylinders after jumping out to a 19-2 run on Devin Booker hitting a mid range J, 50-46. Suns were outscored by the Cavaliers 24-31 back in the 1st while sliding into the half up by four 50-46. DeAndre Ayton also earned himself a double double night after dropping in 17 points and 12 boards snagged while shooting 8 of 10 from the floor and forced 2 steals. Alongside Bridges knocking down 10 and 5 rebounds while shooting 5 of 9 from the floor. Then Chris Paul would be responsible for pushing the Suns lead to 11 points late into the 3rd quarter of play, after sinking a mid range jumper, 61-50. Now ultamately, the Suns would put this game away in the 4th quarter with a Devin Booker powering layup to the basket and made this game 97-85. Booker would also go on to hit the teams final four free throws. Suns outscore Cleveland 28-16 in the 3rd, shot 46% from the field and improved to a 2-3 record.
The Cavaliers shot 39% from the field while turning the ball over 19 total times and it led to a difficult 92-101 loss to the Suns. This defeat drops the Cavs one game beneath .500 and are on top of a 2-Game losing streak. Despite a tough defeat, Cedi Osman came off the bench to drop in 20 points while shooting 7 of 15 from the field. Including Collin Sexton knocking down 10 points and 1 rebound on 4 of 7 shooting from the floor Now with just 12 seconds left in the 1st quarter the Cavaliers would stretch their lead to 7. After a Ricky Rubio three ball, 31-24. Afterwards, Collin Sexton during the 2nd quarter would knock in a beauty of a layup to increase the Cavs lead to 42-28. Cavs were unfortunately outscored 26-15 and entered halftime 46-50. Kevin Love buried a double double for his team as he posted 11 points and 12 rebounds when coming off the bench. Following behind him would be Garland scoring 11 and and 5 assists. Jarrett Allen in quarter number would utilize a tuning mid range hook to beinf the Cavs within six points, 50-56. Thereafter, Osman with over 10 minutes to play in the 4th quarter would knock down a three ball off a Ricky Rubio assist, 68-81. Next, Osman with 25 seconds left in this game would sink in a nicely made three point jumper, but still trailed 90-97. Cavs recorded 21 team assists to the Suns 27, team was fouled 21 total times and staggered down to a 3-4 record.
Friday, October 29th 2021: The Heat pushed past the Hornets for a 114-99 Victory on Friday. This win allowed Miami to improve to 3-0 when playing at home while riding a 3-Game winning streak. Jimmy Butler jammed on a double double by posting 32 points and 10 rebounds on 12 of 19 shooting from the field. Including Bam Adebayo securing a double double of his own as he turned in 26 points and 19 rebounds. Duncan Robinson would push the Heat's lead to 7 points following his three point jumper, 22-15. Miami would secure a then a 25 point lead during the midway point of the 2nd quarter, as Bam Abdebayo buried a mid range jumper which pushed their lead to 55-29. Heat shot 47% from the field, went a perfect 9 of 9 from the free throw line and entered halftime up 64-46. Duncan Robinson secured a 10 point night while shooting 4 of 14 from the field. Along with Tyler Herro scoring 26 points when coming off the bench. Now during the 3rd quarter of play, you'd see Tyler Herro knock in a three pointer to make this game 78-60. Although, Miami would put a soundly end to this contest....thanks to Tyler Herro knocking down a dagger of a three ball with just 58 seconds to go in the 4th. Heat shot 19 of 19 from the free throw line, scored 11 points off the Hornets 11 turnovers and improved to a 4-1 record.
The Hornets shot over 30% from both the three point line and from the field which led to a tough 99-114 loss at the hands of the Miami Heat. This defeat denied Charlotte their 5th win of the year while losing their first game of the of the season when playing on the road. Despite a tough defeat, Hayward secured 23 points, 4 assists and 6 boards on 8 of 15 shooting from the floor and went 5 of 8 from deep. Following behind him would Bridges scoring 22 points and 8 rebounds while shooting 9 of 22 from the field. Now P.J. Washington would knock down his second made in a row after securing two handed slam, 20-24. Hornets were outscored 33-22 to close out the first 12 minutes of the 1st quarter. Afterwards, with a little over 7 minutes to play in the 3rd quarter Miles Bridges would drive the lane before turning in a nicely made layup, but still trailed 29-47. Charlotte earned 5 fast break points to Miami's 7, were outscored 31-24 in the 2nd and walked into the half down by twenty 46-64. LaMelo Ball sunk in just 6 points and shot 2 of 14 from the floor and 0 of 5 from downtown. Alongside Kelly Oubre piling in 17 points and 4 rebounds. Next, Cody Martin with just 22 seconds left in the 3rd quarter would turn in a nicely made slam, 75-84. But as expected, this game would pretty much be over by the time the 4th quarter came around. But it sidnt stop Kelly Oubre from hitting a mid range jumper, 97-109. Hornets scored 16 points off the Heat's 17 turnover night, secured 26 rebounds on defense and fell to a 4-2 record.
Thursday, October 28th 2021: Ja Morant drops a 30 piece to help the Grizzlies edge past the Warriors for a 104-101 Victory. This win allowed Memphis to moved one game above .500 and trail the 1st place Mavericks by 0.5 games back in the Southwest Division. Desmond Bane knocked down 19 points, 2 assists and 6 rebounds on 7 of 16 shooting from the field and 5 of 11 from deep. Including Jaren Jackson chipping in 15 points on 5 of 16 shooting from the field. Tyus Jones with 3 seconds to go in the 1st quarter would knock down a mid range jumper to make this game 30-37. Afterwards, Kyle Anderson would drill in a turning mid range hook, 38-49. Memphis outscored Golden State 25-18 in the 2nd and entered halftime down 45-55. Stevan Adams jammed in a 12 point night and 7 boards on 4 of 6 shooting from the floor. Alongside Anderson scoring 8 when coming off the bench. Memphis was starting to late 2nd half comeback that started in the 3rd quarter, following Ja Morant securing a hard two handed jam, 58-59. Then during the late stages of the 4th quarter, you'd spot Jaren Jackson scoring off a powering layup, 98-95. However, Ja Morant would knock in a dagger of a nicely made layin to put his team up 104-101 with 57 seconds left in overtime. Grizzlies overcame a ten point halftime deficit, scored 22 points off the Warriors 22 turnovers and secured a 3-2 win/loss record.
The Warriors were outscored a combined total of 31-22 between the 4th quarter and Overtime, following a disappointing 101-104 loss to the Grizzlies. This defeat now gives the Warriors their first loss of the year and even fell to a 1-1 record when playing at home. Despite a tough loss, Curry snagged in 36 points, 8 assists dished out and 7 boards secured on 11 of 29 shooting from the floor. As well as Wiggins dropping in a 16 point night and 1 assist. Now Steph Cuurry would dish in a nicely made pass to Otto Porter before hitting a step back three ball, 30-18 in the 1st. Next, Steph Curry in the 2nd quarter would be responsible for pushing the Warriors lead to 13. After sinking a beauty of a layup, 49-36. Curry secured 8 2nd quarter points, outscored Memphis 37-20 in the 1st and slid into halftime up 55-45. Lee came off the bench scoring 14 points while shooting 4 of 6 from downtown and 5 of 12 from the floor. Eventually, with over 2 minutes to play had Damion Lee sending this game to Overtime, following his three pointer off a Curry assist, 98-98. Damion Lee then with over 3 minutes to play would secure a one point OT lead, as he hit a three point jumper 101-100. Damion Lee missed three ball with 8 seconds to go in the 4th, shot 35% from deep and fell to a 4-1 record.
Wednesday, October 27th 2021: The Atlanta Hawks secure a 102-99 nail biting Victory when going against the New Orleans Pelicans. This win allowed Atlanta to go two games above .500 and are now averaging 108 points per game through the seasons first four games. Trae Young secured 31 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists on 13 of 27 shooting from the field. Clint Caoela followed behind and chipped in 5 points, 12 rebounds and 3 blocked shots. For the Hawks they would would come within seven points in the 1st after Trae Young buried a powering layup, 17-24. Hawks eventually were able to fight there way back into this contest once Hunter hit a three pointer off a Trae Young assist and came within two, 41-43. Hawks utilized 2 blocked shots to the Pelicans 5, scored 12 fast break points and entered the half down 53-59. Hunter was able to turn in 13 points on 5 of 10 shooting from the field and went 1 of 1 from behind the arc. Including Gallinari coming off the bench to score 9 points and 7 rebounds. Now Bogdanovic was able to bring Atlanta's lead to three points, following his mid range jumper 68-65. However, with just 55 seconds left in the 4th quarter John Collins would hammer down a put back two handed slam off a Trae Young missed three pointer, 100-98. Hawks outscored the Pelicans 31-18 in the 3rd quarter, offense scored 12 points off the Pelicans 10 turnover night and moved up to a 3-1 record.
The Pelicans are now 0-2 when playing at home after being handed a tough 99-102 defeat to the Hawks. This loss forced New Orleans to to fall three games beneath .500 while being denied of back to back wins in a row. Despite a tough defeat, Brandon Ingram mustered in 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists on 8 of 27 shooting from the field. Along with Graham jamming in 21 points and 6 assists while shooting 8 of 17 from the field. Pelicans dominating 1st quarter would continue on after Kira Lewis turned in a nicely made reverse layin, 33-17. Pelicans outscored the Hawks 33-19 to end the 1st quarter of play. Subsequently, the Pelucans would push their lead to 6 points late in the 2nd quarter after Trey Murphy turned in a three ball to make this game 50-44. This basket was set on Brandon Ingram forcing a steal off Trae Young. Pels shot 31% from beyond the arc, 6 offensive rebounds secured to the Hawks 11 and walked into halftime with a 59-53 6 point lead. Valanciunas utilized a double double night as he posted 16 points and 15 boards. Alongside Jones knocking down 8 points on 3 of 4 shooting from the field. Eventually, Nickeil Alexander Walker would help his team go up by three points in the 3rd quarter, after hitting a three point jumper 75-72. Now going into the midway point of the 4th quarter Graham would knock down a leaning three pointer as the shot clock was winding down, 92-87. Pels outscored Atlanta 22-18 in the 4th, shot 30% from the three point line and fell to a 1-4 record.
Tuesday, October 26th 2021: The Utah Jazz at home knock off the Nuggets by a final score of 122-110. This win allowed the Jazz to remain undefeated while winning 3 straight to start the season's first three games. Mitchell jammed in 22 points, 6 assists and 2 rebounds on 9 of 20 shooting from the field and went 1 of 9 from deep. Rudy Gobert followed behind by scoring 23 points and 16 boards on 7 of 8 shooting the field. Now Conley with just 52 seconds left in the 1st quarter would bury a three point jumper to make the score 33-31. Then during the 2nd quarter of play, you'd spot Bogdanovic hitting a turning mid range jumper and went up 60-52. Jazz were outscored 33-31 in the 2nd and entered halftime up 66-64. Mike Conley chipped in 15 points and 5 assists dished out while shooting 6 of 9 from the field. Along with Clarkson coming off the bench to score 19 and 3 rebounds. Jazz in the 3rd quarter were able to even with game up with over a minute to go, as Joe Ingle turned in a three point jumper, 88-88. Followed up with Clarkson hitting a three ball to give Utah a 91-88 lead. Eventually, Joe Ingles would be the player to nail in a three point dagger to put this game away, 122-10. Jazz scored 12 second chance points, secured 60 points in the paint to Denver's 52 and pushed their record to 3-0.
Nuggets fall to 1-1 when playing on the road after being handed a tough 110-122 defeat at the hands of the Jazz. This loss now puts Denver on a 2-Game losing streak three games into the year. Despite a tough loss, Jokic recorded 24 points. 6 assists and 6 boards on 8 of 9 shooting from the floor. Following behind him would be Will Barton, who turned in 21 points while shooting 9 of 16 from the field. Aaron Gordon late in quarter number 1 evened this bout up at 26-26 following his beauty of a layup. Moments after and Denver would secure a 29-28 one point lead after Michael Porter hauled in a pass from Jokic before draining in a three ball. Next, Nikola Jokic in the 2nd would bring the Nuggets within four points, after sinking a jumper from behind the arc 58-62. Unfortunately for the Nuggets they entered halftime facing a two point 64-66 deficit. Afterwards, during the 3rd quarter Will Barton would turn in his third straight basket after powering to the rim for a nicely made layup 87-83. Although this matchup was already out of sorts it wouldn't stop Jeff Green from knocking in a 4th quarter layup while getting fouled in the process for a three point play, 107-117. Nuggets shot 50% from the field, turned the ball over 13 times and fell to a 2-2 record.
Monday, October 25th 2021: The Clippers outscored the Trail Blazers 35-19 in the 3rd quarter while earning a routing 134-116 Victory. The Clippers finally secure their first win of the season and snapped their 2-Game losing streak. Clippers also got a little help from Paul George and Reggie Jackson scoring a combined total of 34 points. George turned in 16 points and 5 assists on 6 of 16 shooting from the field. Including Reggie Jackson scoring 18 points, 4 assists and 5 boards while knocking down 6 of 20 from the floor. Clippers with just about 51 seconds to go in the 1st would extend their lead to 12, following a heartstein mid range floater to make this score 27-15 Clippers outscored Portland 31-17 to wrap the 1st. Thereafter, midway into quarter number 2 the Clippers were starting to pull away from Portland just a little more. Thanks to Luke Kennard receiving a pass from Reggie Jakson before knocking down three point jumper, 55-38. Clippers scored 14 points off the Blazers 11 turnovers, shot 50% from the field and slid into halftime up 56-41. Zubac secured 10 points and 8 rebounds while shooting 5 of 6 from the field. Luke Kennard chipped in 23 points on 8 of 10 shooting from the floor as well. Paul George would add to Portland's beating after dropping in a step back mid range jumper during the 3rd quarter, 73-52. Jay Scrubb would be the player to knock down a dagger of a mid range floater 113-80. Clippers shot 32% from the three point line, secured 21 team steals and leaped up to a 1-2 record.
Trail Blazers can't hang on to the ball after turning the ball over 30 total times and it resulted in a 116-134 blowout defeat.This loss officially drops them one game beneath .500 while being denied of back to back wins. Despite a rough loss, CJ McCollum would spot in 20 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists while shooting 7 of 16 from the field. Along with Lillard struggling by scoring 12 points on 4 of 15 shooting from the floor. Anfernee Simons late in the 1st quarter was able to knock down a mid range J, but trailed 17-29. Now with over a minute to play on the 2nd, you'd see Simons drain in a 2-point mid range jumper and made this contest 40-56. Blazers shot 26% from behind the arc, earned 2 fast break points and stepped into halftime facing a 41-56 deficit. Little was able to turn in a 10 point night while forcing 2 steals and 2 blocked shots. Alongside Simons coming off the bench to chip in 12 points. Around the midway point of the 3rd quarter Nurkic would hammer down a nicely made layup off a Damian Lillard assist, 48-65. Afterwards, during the 4th quarter Ben McLemore with just 15 seco ds to play would hit a mid range jumper, 86-116. Portland earned 40 points in the paint to the Clippers 50, defense forced 17 Clippers turnovers and staggered down to a 1-2 win/loss record.
Ja Morant turns in a 40 point night but the Grizzlies still suffered a three point 118-121 defeat to the Lakers. This loss means that the Grizzlies are no longer unbeaten and fall to 1-1 on the road. Stevan Adams turned in a double double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds while having 5 turnovers. Along with Melton earnimg 13 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists on 5 of 12 shooting from the field. For the Grizzlies they would push their 1st quarter lead to two after Tillman sunk in a mid range floater, 24-22. Now the Grizzlies were trying to fight their way back into this game after Xavier Tillaman off a 60 second timeout would hit another mid range floater to come within nine points, 30-39. Grizzlies shot 44% from the field, secured 17 team assists to the Lakers 13 and entered the half facing a 56-62 deficit. Bane had a solid outing after tossing in 17 points on 7 of 15 shooting from the field. Including Jaren Jackson knocking in 12 points and 5 boards secured. Afterwards, around the 5 minute mark of quarter number 3 Ja Morant would put Memohis up by three, following his mid range jumper to make thus game 77-74. Ja Morant then during the 4th quarter would bring Memphis within two....after hitting a nicely made layup, 106-108. This also happen to be Morant's second made basket in a row. Grizzlies shot 37% from behind the arc, turned ball over 17 times and fell to a 2-1 record.
The Lakers outscored the Grizzlies 34-28 in the 4th quarter and it led to a 121-118 Victory. The Lakers are winless no longer as they were able to snap their 2-Game losing streak. Anthony Davis spotted in 22 points, 2 a and 8 rebounds while shooting 8 of 15 from the field. Including LeBron James turning in 19 points and 6 assists on 7 of 19 shooting from the field. Now Carmelo Anthony late in quarter number 1 with 38 seconds to go would knock down a three pointer off a Malik Monk assist and made the score 29-24. Afterwards, LA would push their lead 41-30 in the 2nd after Austin Rivers received a pass from Westbrook before dropping in a beauty of a layup. Keep note to that this basket was set up on a Carmelo Anthony steal off De'Anthony Melton. Lakers shot 55% from the field, snagged 28 team rebounds and stepped foot into halftime up 62-56. Westbrook knocked in 13 points and 13 assists. Following behind him was Carmelo Anthony coming off the bench scoring 28 points and 3 rebounds while shooting 10 of 15 from the floor. However, Carmelo Anthony would be responsible for putting LA up by one point in the late stages if the 3rd quarter, following his three point jumper 80-79. Next, Anthony Davis would help the Lakers pull away with a 7 point lead after hammering down the slam off a Westbrook pass, 113-106. Lakers earned 15 fast break points, scored 14 points off the Grizzlies 20 turnovers and improved to a 1-2 record.
Saturday, October 23rd 2021: Booker and Paul were combined for 24 total points but the Suns ended up taking a disappointing 105-134 blowout defeat to the Trail Blazers. This loss now means that the Suns have fallen one game beneath. 500 through the seasons first three games. Despite a tough loss, Booker still posted 21 points, 4 assists and 4 rebounds on 9 of 19 shooting from the field. Including Chris Paul dishing in 4 points and 11 assists. Now JaVale McGee late into the 1st would bring the Suns within three, as he turned in a turning mid range hook and made things 24-27. Thereafter, Mikal Bridges would be the guy to hit a three point jumper while receiving the assist from Ayton, 38-51. The Suns we outscored 24-30 to end the 1st and entered halftime down by 20 points 47-67. Bridges was key in last night's win after piling in 14 points on 5 of 14 shooting from the field. Along with McGee scoring 12 when coming off the bench. Cameron Payne then in the late stages of the 3rd quarter would knock in a three point jumper and made the score 73-93. But Despite this game already being over in the the 4th quarter, you'd catch Landry Shamet knocking in a nicely made three pointer but still trailed 88-120. Suns shot 9 of 28 from deep, secured 45 team rebounds to Portland's 55 and dropped down to a 1-2 record.
The Trail Blazers shot 54% from the field with the defense forcing 15 total turnovers and picked up a routing 134-105 Victory, over the Suns. This win allowed the Trail Blazers to pick up their first win of season while starting the year at .500. C.J. McCollum secured 28 points, 1 assist and 3 rebounds while shooting 6 of 11 from downtown and 10 of 19 from the field. Lillard followed behind by jamming in 19 points and 8 assists on 6 of 11 shooting from the field. The Trail Blazers would push their lead to 7 points in the 1st quarter, following Little knocking down a three ball off a Lillard assist, 25-18. Next, Damian Lillard midway into quarter 2 forced Ayton into a charging foul offensively before hitting a finger roll layin to make things 48-32. Blazers were fortunate enough to outscore Phoenix 37-23 while walking into halftime with 67-47 lead. Nurkic was able to spot in 9 points and 12 rebounds on 2 defensive steals. Alongside Anfernee Simons hitting 18 points on 4 of 8 shooting from downtown and 7 of 14 from the floor when coming off the bench. Now As expected, Portland when coming out the half still were putting on a strong performance after Anfernee Simons buried a beauty of a layup, 101-75. At some point during the late stages of the 4th, you'd see Ben McLemore sink in a dagger of a three pointer, 134-99. Blazers shot 42% from the three point line, earned 21 fast break points to the Suns 6 and improved to a 1-1 record.
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