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Suns Edge Thunder in Thriller, 108-105
Jordan Goodwin led Suns with 26 points including 8 threes, while Devin Booker added 24 points, 9 assists. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 25 for Thunder in loss; Suns now 21-14, Thunder 30-6.
Bucks Dominate Kings 115-98
Giannis Antetokounmpo exploded for 37 points and 11 rebounds, Kevin Porter Jr. added 25. Russell Westbrook had 21 for Kings; Bucks improve to 16-20, Kings drop to 8-28.
ESPN Predicts SGA as 2025-26 MVP Favorite
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tops MVP predictions, with Luka Doncic as contender amid Lakers' moves. Jalen Brunson, Cade Cunningham also in mix despite injuries impacting others like Jokic.
Cooper Flagg Leads Rookie of the Year Race
Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg is favorite for ROY after explosive dunks and performances. Contenders include Kon Knueppel and Derik Queen.
Jalen Brunson Heads All-NBA First Team Prediction
ESPN's first team features Brunson, Jaylen Brown, Cunningham, Doncic, SGA. Injuries sideline Tatum, Jokic; Antetokounmpo can miss only one more game.
Anthony Davis Trade Talks Intensify
Speculation around Lakers' Anthony Davis heats up with key update ahead of trade deadline. Major development clarifies current status of discussions.
4-Time All-Star Nears Trade Amid Rumors
Rumor mill buzzes with a 4-time NBA All-Star close to being traded. No major deals yet this season despite active court play.
Deni Avdija Favored for Most Improved Player
Portland's Deni Avdija leads MIP race, with Keyonte George, Jalen Johnson contending. Jalen Duren boosts value but sidelined by ankle sprain.
NBA Nightly Recap Highlights Multiple Games
Recap covers Thunder-Suns, Pistons-Cavaliers, Nuggets-Nets, Pacers-Magic, Wolves-Wizards, Bucks-Kings, Pelicans-Heat, Grizzlies-Lakers. Ends with Top 10 Plays.
NBA Betting Parlays Feature BOS, HOU, OKC Favorites
Recommended parlays include BOS ML + HOU ML, PHI ML + OKC ML for Jan 5 games. Model projects high win probabilities for home dominators.
Jalen Duren Eyes 30% Max with All-NBA Push
Pistons' Duren could qualify for supermax as restricted FA if All-NBA. Breakthrough season increases value despite recent ankle sprain.
Top 10 Plays Showcase January 4 Highlights
NBA's best plays from Jan 4 games featured in nightly video. Captures thrilling moments across league action.