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Lakers Defeat Wizards Behind James Harden's 36 Points
Without Kawhi Leonard, James Harden led the Lakers with 36 points and 9 assists, including a crucial 0-10 run in the third quarter to secure the win over the Wizards. This performance highlights Harden's leadership in Leonard's absence.
The victory keeps the Lakers competitive in the West.
Mavericks Crush Knicks 114-97 at Madison Square Garden
Dallas dominated New York despite injuries, leading by up to 30 points and handing the Knicks their fourth straight loss. The Knicks' situation is deteriorating rapidly.
Alarm bells are ringing for Mike Brown's team.
Spurs Beat Jazz as Wembanyama Shines with 33 Points
Victor Wembanyama scored 33 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and blocked 2 shots in just 26 minutes, shooting 7/12 from three. His dominant play led San Antonio to victory.
The Spurs are building momentum for the long term.
76ers Top Pacers with Embiid and Maxey Combining for 59 Points
Joel Embiid (30 points) and Tyrese Maxey (29 points) powered Philadelphia past Indiana. The duo is forming a formidable partnership.
Philly emerges as a team to watch in the season's second half.
Suns Edge Nets 126-117 in High-Scoring Shootout
Phoenix won a game with 35 three-pointers made total, improving to 26-17 while Nets fell to 12-29. Dillon Brooks led with 27 points, including 6 threes.
Devin Booker added 24 points for the Suns.
Knicks Rule Out Karl-Anthony Towns Trade Despite Struggles
New York has no plans to trade Towns before the February 5 deadline, opting to ride out the core roster. They prioritize ball-handling and perimeter shooting via marginal deals.
Defensive woes persist with Towns on the floor.
2026 NBA All-Star Starters Announced
Ten starters revealed for the February 15 game in LA, headlined by Lakers' Luka Doncic (6th selection) and Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo (10th). West includes Curry, SGA, Jokic, Wembanyama; East has Maxey, Brunson, Cunningham, Brown.
Fan, player, media votes determined selections.
Warriors Blow Out Heat 135-112
Golden State dominated Miami, with Brandin Podziemski scoring a team-high 24 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists. Stephen Curry added 19 points, including 5 threes.
Warriors improve to 25-19, Heat drop to 22-21.
Pistons Upset Celtics, Reshaping Eastern Conference
Detroit's win over Boston, alongside Knicks' loss, is defining the East standings. Cade Cunningham earns All-Star starting nod (2nd selection).
This shifts playoff positioning.
Trade Deadline Buzz: Bold Predictions for 30 Teams
Speculation ramps up with Hawks linked to Anthony Davis, though injury concerns loom. Celtics focus on cap maneuvers without major dumps.
Grizzlies and Bucks face pivotal decisions.
Midseason Storylines: Thunder Challenged by Contenders
OKC faces injury hurdles like Jalen Williams' hamstring strain; Nuggets thrive 7-4 without Jokic. Spurs and Rockets pose playoff threats to champs.
Clippers struggle with Leonard's knee issue.
NBA Trade Deadline: 10 Teams Poised to Make Moves
Intel highlights teams with major decisions in the final 20 days before deadline. Rumors swirl league-wide amid roster evaluations.
Potential blockbuster shifts expected.