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**Final Scores:**
– Raptors 108, Hornets 97
– Clippers 132, Nets 100
– Warriors 111, Pelicans 95
– Timberwolves 124, Suns 109
– Knicks 116, Bucks 107
– Nuggets 129, Jazz 93
**Denver Nuggets Twitter Post:**
“IT WAS SO NICE WE HAD TO SHOW YOU TWICE”
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— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) March 29, 2025
**Notable Performance:**
Drew Timme, Brooklyn Nets: recorded 11 points and 10 rebounds, achieving a double-double in his NBA debut.
**Game Highlights:**
**Nuggets 129, Jazz 93**
The highlight of the evening—and possibly the season—was Nikola Jokic’s astonishing buzzer-beater from half-court at halftime. This was just one moment in a commanding win for the Nuggets, marking their second consecutive victory.
Jokić wasn’t the only standout; Christian Braun contributed significantly with 16 points, shooting 7-for-11.
CB makes it look effortless!
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— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) March 29, 2025
Peyton Watson also showcased his incredible hops, leaving fans in awe.
Check this out: 🤯
https://t.co/SWLfoUGpgb
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— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) March 29, 2025
**Warriors 111, Pelicans 95**
The Warriors faced a tough challenge from the Pelicans but pulled ahead in the fourth quarter, securing a key victory to maintain their playoff hopes in a competitive Western Conference. Their 22-9 run in the final period made a crucial difference.
Steph Curry led Golden State with 23 points upon his return, while Moses Moody delivered one of the night’s most impressive dunks with a powerful right-handed slam.
No mercy at the rim 😤
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— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) March 29, 2025
Denver was full of exciting moments tonight, including Jokic’s half-court shot, but Peyton Watson’s dunk deserves accolades too.
Now, that’s a windmill—our top dunk of the night according to our metrics!
PEYTON WATSON. A SPECTACULAR WINDMILL. 💥
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— NBA TV (@NBATV) March 29, 2025
**Timberwolves 124, Suns 109**
Julius Randle set the stage early, scoring 10 points within the first four minutes, propelling the Timberwolves to a solid win. He finished the game with 25 points, his highest since March 12. Minnesota shot impressively from three-point range, nailing 48.7% of their attempts.
And we can’t forget about Anthony Edwards’ unbelievable dunk—STOP JUMPING WITH THIS MAN 🐜
https://t.co/QrQOfcDBUt
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— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) March 29, 2025
Just when you think you’ve seen it all from Nikola Jokić, he casually sinks a buzzer-beater from his own three-point line.
NIKOLA JOKIĆ, HOW DO YOU KEEP DOING THIS ⁉️
ONE-HANDED FROM PAST HALF COURT TO BEAT THE FIRST-HALF BUZZER 🚨
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— NBA (@NBA) March 29, 2025
**Knicks 116, Bucks 107**
Giannis Antetokounmpo made his return for the Bucks, but the Knicks proved their prowess as a top road team with a near-wire-to-wire victory. New York is now 22-15 on the road, securing fifth in the league.
OG Anunoby has been a standout for the Knicks, scoring 31 points and averaging 28.4 points per game in his last five outings.
KOLEK with that vision for OG 🥽
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— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) March 29, 2025
**Raptors 108, Hornets 97**
The Raptors are making a strong push for the playoffs in the Eastern Conference, recording their third win in a row. Jakub Poeltl was dominant against the Hornets, finishing with 24 points and 12 rebounds while shooting 50%. Jamal Shead also shone with 17 points off the bench, matching his career high set earlier this week.
.@ItsAJLawsonSTEAL ➡️@ThejsheadSLAM 💥
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— Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) March 29, 2025
**Clippers 132, Nets 100**
Starting their East Coast trip with authority, the Clippers claimed victories over both the Knicks and Nets. Kawhi Leonard was phenomenal, scoring 25 points in the first half and finishing with 31, alongside four steals and two blocks.
KAWHI LEONARD WITH 31 PTS‼️
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— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) March 29, 2025
On the downside for the Nets, Drew Timme debuted impressively with 11 points and 10 rebounds, becoming only the fifth player in franchise history to achieve a double-double in their first NBA game.
.@drewtimme2 tonight:
11 PTS | 4-6 FG | 10 REB
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— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) March 29, 2025
The Pelicans were narrowly trailing the Warriors by a single point heading into the fourth quarter, with Steph Curry contributing 21 points, including five three-pointers.
Tune in to NBA League Pass to see if the Warriors can hold off the Pelicans for a vital road win.
KEION BROOKS 🎯
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— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) March 29, 2025
**Pistons 133, Cavaliers 122**
In Detroit, tensions rose as the Pistons’ 21-point lead disappeared, resulting in a close game with just three minutes left. However, the Pistons tightened their grip and scored 14-5 in the final moments to secure the victory, pulling off the upset against the East’s top team despite missing Cade Cunningham.
Tim Hardaway Jr. starred with 32 points, including seven three-pointers. Ausar Thompson, Jalen Duren, and Dennis Schröder each notched double-doubles, and Isaiah Stewart had one of the night’s top plays.
Got this on repeat 🔁
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— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 29, 2025
Donovan Mitchell was outstanding for the Cavaliers, dropping 38 points on 12-for-24 shooting. The Cavaliers rallied from a 21-point deficit to close within two points late in the game.
Catch the thrilling conclusion on NBA League Pass—don’t miss it!
DEAN DUNK MASTER. @deanwade3232 #LetEmKnow
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— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) March 29, 2025
The Knicks continue their strong road game performance, leading the Bucks 60-49 at halftime. Mikal Bridges has emerged as a key player, scoring 19 points in just 19 minutes, while Delon Wright contributed 12 points in 14 minutes.
Mikal is cooking for real! ♨️
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— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) March 29, 2025
Yves Missi may have been dunked on earlier, but he responded with a spectacular block of his own. Coming into the game tied for 13th in the NBA with 92 blocks this season, he added to that total with an impressive swat.
Yves Missi SWATTED this one away 🚫
Warriors/Pelicans in a tight contest in the 2Q!
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— NBA (@NBA) March 29, 2025
Nickeil Alexander-Walker of the Timberwolves dazzled with an up-and-under layup, extending Minnesota’s lead to double digits.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker with a trick shot 😳
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— NBA TV (@NBATV) March 29, 2025
Right now, the Timberwolves are squaring off against the Suns on NBA TV.
Kawhi Leonard is having an outstanding game against the Nets, tallying 25 points with three steals and two blocks while shooting 8-for-11 overall and 3-for-4 from three.
KAWHI LEONARD: 25-PT HALF 😳
This three-pointer gives him 25 points, capping a 25-6 run for the Clippers to close the first half!
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— NBA (@NBA) March 29, 2025
The Clippers unleashed a remarkable second quarter, scoring 42 points and taking a 20-point lead at halftime.
Moses Moody was on fire in New Orleans, driving to the basket for a thunderous dunk over an elite rim protector, Yves Missi.
No mercy at the rim 😤
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— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) March 29, 2025
As the Warriors fell behind by six late in the first quarter against the Pelicans, Minnesota’s Julius Randle started strong against the Suns, scoring 10 points within the first four minutes. The Timberwolves took an early double-digit lead.
Catch this critical Western Conference matchup on NBA TV!
Julius Randle off to a STRONG start 💪
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— NBA TV (@NBATV) March 29, 2025
Drew Timme is making his highly-anticipated NBA debut tonight after an outstanding season with the Long Island Nets. As a March Madness legend, it’s only fitting that his debut coincides with the Sweet 16.
Watch Timme’s inaugural NBA bucket 👇
TIMME TIME!!!
@drewtimme2’s first NBA bucket!
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— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) March 29, 2025
Kawhi Leonard is putting on a show against the Nets, with a steal followed by an impressive dunk amidst traffic. He’s already scored six points and tallied a steal in just one quarter, though the Clippers currently trail the Nets 27-26.
KAWHI STEAL & SLAM 😤😤😤
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— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) March 29, 2025
Witness Ausar Thompson’s breathtaking athleticism as he soars to finish an alley-oop in transition—he really got up there!
AuSOARRR
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— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 28, 2025
Action is heating up in Detroit with the Cavaliers and Pistons exchanging leads on NBA League Pass.
This slick move by Donovan Mitchell to the rim was unreal! 🥶
DONOVAN?? WHAT?? HOW??
@spidadmitchell | #LetEmKnow
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— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) March 28, 2025
The Cavaliers are battling back in the second quarter, leveling the score against the Pistons. Catch all the action on NBA League Pass!
The Pistons will be without star point guard Cade Cunningham in this pivotal matchup against the Cavaliers, but they’ve managed to take a 31-26 lead through the first quarter. Tim Hardaway Jr. has stepped up significantly, scoring 13 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3PT), while Jalen Duren has made his presence felt with six points and six rebounds.
JD got 🆙
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— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 28, 2025
After a brief two-game absence, Stephen Curry is back for the matchup in New Orleans tonight. Since the All-Star break, he has been averaging 26.5 points per contest on 49% shooting.
Steph is back in the Big Easy 🙌
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— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) March 28, 2025
And it appears Steph is ready for action again.
He looks spry on this trick shot 🤩
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— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) March 28, 2025
