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Anfernee Simons topped the scoring chart for Portland, contributing 25 points along with three rebounds and four assists.
Toumani Camara made an impressive impact with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists.
Off the bench, Shaedon Sharpe was also notable, recording 20 points, three rebounds, and five assists, while Jabari Walker added 20 points and 14 rebounds.
The BLAZERS TRIUMPH!! BLAZERS TRIUMPH!! pic.twitter.com/jAfioDZxTV
— Portland Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) February 23, 2025
Utah managed a comeback victory thanks to a dominant 37-25 fourth quarter performance.
Houston’s Alperen Sengun was the standout with 27 points, 12 rebounds, and seven assists, while Jalen Green contributed 25 points, three rebounds, and 10 assists.
Keyonte George shone for Utah, coming off the bench to lead with 30 points, alongside eight rebounds and six assists. Lauri Markkanen added 23 points and 10 rebounds.
Yes, we’ll take that! 🤝 pic.twitter.com/rxda16bQCm
— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) February 23, 2025
Portland has clinched victory in 10 of their previous 15 games, showcasing the reason for their success.
Anfernee Simons again led the charge for Portland with 22 points and three assists, while Deni Avdija contributed 12 points, four rebounds, and three assists.
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Charlotte Hornets (League Pass, Live)
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— Portland Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) February 23, 2025
Los Angeles brought Denver’s nine-game winning streak to an end with a comprehensive wire-to-wire victory.
For the first time this season, LA had four players score at least 20 points.
Luka Doncic was the leader with 32 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, and four steals. LeBron James followed with 25 points, nine rebounds, five assists, and three blocks.
On the Denver side, Nikola Jokic led with 12 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Dub in Denver pic.twitter.com/pA9rUmJCu1
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) February 23, 2025
Alperen Sengun led Houston with 18 points, five rebounds, and four assists, while Jalen Green recorded 12 points, three rebounds, and four assists.
Amen Thompson added 14 points, six rebounds, and two assists, and Keyonte George was the only Utah player to score in double figures, finishing with 20 points, six rebounds, and two assists off the bench.
Utah Jazz vs. Houston Rockets (League Pass, Live)
More hoops coming soon 🔜 pic.twitter.com/v2Pulc9huC
— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) February 23, 2025
Cam Johnson was the top performer for the Nets, scoring 23 points, adding four rebounds, four assists, and three steals. Claxton contributed 16 points, nine rebounds, three assists, and five blocks.
Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 31 points and five assists, hitting a game-tying basket with 20 seconds left. However, Claxton’s put-back sealed the deal for Brooklyn.
This marks Philadelphia’s seventh consecutive loss.
NIC CLAXTON FOR THE WIN 🚨 pic.twitter.com/flJq1Gy7fY
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 23, 2025
Luka Doncic is spearheading the action with 19 points, five rebounds, and five assists, while LeBron James added 15 points, five rebounds, and three assists.
Aaron Gordon has scored 14 points with three rebounds and two assists, while Nikola Jokic is contributing 11 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists.
Los Angeles is winning the turnover battle, showing a ratio of 11-3.
At halftime pic.twitter.com/OP4j2i4kL3
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) February 23, 2025
Luka Doncic is delivering his best performance yet with 16 points, four rebounds, and three assists in the first quarter. Meanwhile, Nikola Jokic is leading Denver with seven points, six rebounds, and four assists.
The Lakers are outpacing Denver in rebounds, steals, assists, and blocks while having fewer turnovers.
After Q1 pic.twitter.com/yMfGkZqlv3
— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) February 23, 2025
Cameron Johnson is leading with 12 points, two rebounds, four assists, and three steals, while Nic Claxton has added nine points, five rebounds, two assists, and two blocks. Tyrese Maxey is the scoring leader for Philly with 15 points, and Joel Embiid has 10 points, three rebounds, and five assists.
A solid first half of hoops pic.twitter.com/EYWI9Icu4t
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) February 23, 2025
Denver and Los Angeles face off in what promises to be a season-defining matchup.
Both teams are in excellent form, and this will be the first opportunity for Denver to encounter the revamped LA squad featuring Luka Doncic.
The friendship between Doncic and Jokic adds another layer of excitement to this contest.
Historically, the Nuggets have a strong edge, having secured victory in 13 of their last 14 games against the Lakers.
Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers (ABC/League Pass, 8:30 ET)
Luka. LeBron. Jokić. Murray. Saturday Primetime.
The surging Nuggets are aiming for their 10th straight win as they host the Lakers in a high-profile Western Conference showdown!
🍿 Action starts at 8:30pm/ET on ABC pic.twitter.com/zdDJBcYUmk
— NBA (@NBA) February 22, 2025
Devin Booker spearheaded Phoenix’s offense with 29 points, four rebounds, and eight assists.
Kevin Durant was close behind, adding 27 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists, while Bradley Beal contributed 25 points, six rebounds, and four assists.
For Chicago, Josh Giddey led the effort with 24 points, eight rebounds, and 10 assists.
Mission accomplished! pic.twitter.com/zwR31ya8jk
— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) February 23, 2025
Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George are finally all healthy and playing together, crucial for the 76ers, who are seeking a much-needed victory against the Brooklyn Nets after entering this matchup on a six-game losing streak.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Brooklyn Nets (League Pass, 7:30 ET)
Tonight’s starting lineup:
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— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) February 23, 2025
