The Boston Celtics secured a thrilling 127-120 overtime victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, extending their franchise record for consecutive home wins to start a season to 18 games.
Jayson Tatum led the charge with a game-high 45 points, including 12 in overtime, while Jaylen Brown contributed 35 points and 11 rebounds. The Celtics (29-8) lead the Eastern Conference, while the Timberwolves (26-11) hold the top spot in the Western Conference.
In another matchup, the San Antonio Spurs cruised to a 130-108 win over the Detroit Pistons. Victor Wembanyama of the Spurs notched the second-fastest triple-double in NBA history with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists in just 21 minutes. The Pistons suffered their 34th defeat in the last 35 games.
Jalen Johnson’s standout performance propelled the Atlanta Hawks to a 139-132 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. Johnson scored 25 points, including seven in overtime, and grabbed a career-high 16 rebounds. Despite losing three consecutive games, the 76ers maintain the third spot in the Eastern Conference, while the Hawks sit in 11th place.
The Indiana Pacers secured a 112-104 win against the Washington Wizards, with Myles Turner contributing 18 points and 13 rebounds. The Sacramento Kings notched a second consecutive win, defeating the Charlotte Hornets 123-98.
The Oklahoma City Thunder emerged victorious on the road against the Miami Heat, winning 128-120 as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 28 points. The Chicago Bulls secured their second consecutive overtime win, edging past the Houston Rockets 124-119.
In a lopsided contest, the New Orleans Pelicans handed the struggling Golden State Warriors a heavy 141-105 defeat, marking the Warriors’ sixth loss in eight games.
By BBC Sports
