Clippers Complete Comeback Against Knicks
The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the New York Knicks, 106-95, at crypto.com Arena on Saturday afternoon.
The Clippers (36-33) and the Knicks (39-30) played a back-and-forth contest in the first half, but the Clippers flipped the script and raced out to victory in the second half. The game was tight in the early stages, and neither team could establish a difference. However, New York looked better in the second quarter and built a two-point lead at the break. However, the Clippers were far from being dominated, and they responded with a 29-25 score in the third quarter. Only two points separated both teams ahead of the final 12 minutes, but the Clippers executed better down the stretch. Los Angeles won the final quarter by 30-21, enough to seal the victory. The Clippers moved to 18-15 at home with the win, while the Knicks fell to 20-14 on the road.
Kawhi Leonard led the way for the Clippers with 38 points, four rebounds and two assists. Paul George came close to posting a triple-double after finishing with 22 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. Marcus Morris had 11 points and five boards. Russell Westbrook posted seven points, five rebounds and three assists. Westbrook also jumped to ninth on the list of all-time leaders in assists. Eric Gordon added 10 points off the bench.
Immanuel Quickley paced the Knicks in the loss with a 26-point effort that also included 10 rebounds and four assists. Julius Randle finished with 19 points, eight rebounds and three assists. R.J. Barrett had 11 points and two boards. Josh Hart and Obi Toppin posted matching 10-point tallies off the bench. Hart also added eight rebounds and four assists.
The Clippers (36-33) and the Knicks (39-30) played a back-and-forth contest in the first half, but the Clippers flipped the script and raced out to victory in the second half. The game was tight in the early stages, and neither team could establish a difference. However, New York looked better in the second quarter and built a two-point lead at the break. However, the Clippers were far from being dominated, and they responded with a 29-25 score in the third quarter. Only two points separated both teams ahead of the final 12 minutes, but the Clippers executed better down the stretch. Los Angeles won the final quarter by 30-21, enough to seal the victory. The Clippers moved to 18-15 at home with the win, while the Knicks fell to 20-14 on the road.
Kawhi Leonard led the way for the Clippers with 38 points, four rebounds and two assists. Paul George came close to posting a triple-double after finishing with 22 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. Marcus Morris had 11 points and five boards. Russell Westbrook posted seven points, five rebounds and three assists. Westbrook also jumped to ninth on the list of all-time leaders in assists. Eric Gordon added 10 points off the bench.
Immanuel Quickley paced the Knicks in the loss with a 26-point effort that also included 10 rebounds and four assists. Julius Randle finished with 19 points, eight rebounds and three assists. R.J. Barrett had 11 points and two boards. Josh Hart and Obi Toppin posted matching 10-point tallies off the bench. Hart also added eight rebounds and four assists.
Pacers Stop Comeback To Defeat Pistons
The Indiana Pacers defeated the Detroit Pistons, 121-115, at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday.
The Pacers (31-37) and the Pistons (15-53) played a back-and-forth contest Saturday where the edge constantly changed. However, the Pacers enjoyed a strong start and tightened things up when they needed it the most down the stretch to escape with the victory. Indiana jumped to a 35-30 lead in the first quarter and looked in control. They bolstered that advantage even further and raced out to a double-digit differential by halftime following a 34-27 second-quarter score. However, Detroit showed signs of life and put up a fight in the second half. The Pistons won the third quarter by a 33-21 score, erasing Indiana's edge and making it a tied game with 12 minutes left. However, the Pacers executed better in the fourth and ultimately secured the win after outscoring Detroit by a 31-25 score in the final quarter. The Pacers moved to 12-21 on the road with the win, while the Pistons fell to 8-27 at home.
Jalen Smith led the way for the Pacers with 20 points, nine rebounds and two blocks. Isaiah Jackson and Andrew Nembhard posted matching 19-point tallies, with Jackson adding 11 rebounds, two steals and two blocks, while Nembhard chipped in with eight assists and three boards. Buddy Hield finished with 17 points, eight rebounds, two assists and two steals. Jordan Nwora and Oshae Brissett each had 11 points coming off the bench.
Isaiah Livers led the way for the Pistons with 18 points, four rebounds, two assists, three steals and two blocks. James Wiseman had 16 points and nine rebounds. Killian Hayes was impressive with a 17-point, 13-assist double-double that also included six rebounds and three steals. Rodney McGruder had 11 points.
The Pacers (31-37) and the Pistons (15-53) played a back-and-forth contest Saturday where the edge constantly changed. However, the Pacers enjoyed a strong start and tightened things up when they needed it the most down the stretch to escape with the victory. Indiana jumped to a 35-30 lead in the first quarter and looked in control. They bolstered that advantage even further and raced out to a double-digit differential by halftime following a 34-27 second-quarter score. However, Detroit showed signs of life and put up a fight in the second half. The Pistons won the third quarter by a 33-21 score, erasing Indiana's edge and making it a tied game with 12 minutes left. However, the Pacers executed better in the fourth and ultimately secured the win after outscoring Detroit by a 31-25 score in the final quarter. The Pacers moved to 12-21 on the road with the win, while the Pistons fell to 8-27 at home.
Jalen Smith led the way for the Pacers with 20 points, nine rebounds and two blocks. Isaiah Jackson and Andrew Nembhard posted matching 19-point tallies, with Jackson adding 11 rebounds, two steals and two blocks, while Nembhard chipped in with eight assists and three boards. Buddy Hield finished with 17 points, eight rebounds, two assists and two steals. Jordan Nwora and Oshae Brissett each had 11 points coming off the bench.
Isaiah Livers led the way for the Pistons with 18 points, four rebounds, two assists, three steals and two blocks. James Wiseman had 16 points and nine rebounds. Killian Hayes was impressive with a 17-point, 13-assist double-double that also included six rebounds and three steals. Rodney McGruder had 11 points.
Magic Topples Heat in OT, 126-114
The Orlando Magic defeated the Miami Heat in overtime, 126-114, at Amway Center on Saturday night.
The Magic (28-40) opened the game in surprisingly dominant form, jumping out to a 34-24 lead over the Heat (36-33) through one. Miami bounced back during the second quarter to lop seven points from its deficit prior to halftime before each team matched each other bucket for bucket in the third quarter. The visitors ultimately forced overtime after a highly entertaining fourth quarter with a buzzer-beating three-pointer by Jimmy Butler, but Orlando made up for it with a sizable 18-6 edge in the extra period to secure the home victory.
Butler led the Heat with 38 points, supplementing them with five rebounds, two assists and one steal. Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro generated matching 14-point, three-assist tallies while recording seven and five rebounds, respectively. Gabe Vincent furnished 13 points, two boards, one assist and one steal. Kyle Lowry supplied 12 points, four assists, two rebounds, two steals and one block.
Wendell Carter paced the Magic with a 27-point, 11-rebound double-double that included two assists and one steal. Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner produced 17 points apiece. Banchero added 10 rebounds and nine assists, while Wagner compiled eight boards and six dimes. Cole Anthony and Jalen Suggs posted 16 points each off the bench while recording six and five rebounds, respectively. Suggs added four steals and three blocks. Markelle Fultz delivered 12 points, eight assists, four rebounds, two steals and two blocks. Gary Harris netted 11 points, two assists, one rebound, three steals and two blocks.
The Heat heads back home to host the Utah Jazz on Monday night, while the Magic hits the road to face the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night.
The Magic (28-40) opened the game in surprisingly dominant form, jumping out to a 34-24 lead over the Heat (36-33) through one. Miami bounced back during the second quarter to lop seven points from its deficit prior to halftime before each team matched each other bucket for bucket in the third quarter. The visitors ultimately forced overtime after a highly entertaining fourth quarter with a buzzer-beating three-pointer by Jimmy Butler, but Orlando made up for it with a sizable 18-6 edge in the extra period to secure the home victory.
Butler led the Heat with 38 points, supplementing them with five rebounds, two assists and one steal. Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro generated matching 14-point, three-assist tallies while recording seven and five rebounds, respectively. Gabe Vincent furnished 13 points, two boards, one assist and one steal. Kyle Lowry supplied 12 points, four assists, two rebounds, two steals and one block.
Wendell Carter paced the Magic with a 27-point, 11-rebound double-double that included two assists and one steal. Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner produced 17 points apiece. Banchero added 10 rebounds and nine assists, while Wagner compiled eight boards and six dimes. Cole Anthony and Jalen Suggs posted 16 points each off the bench while recording six and five rebounds, respectively. Suggs added four steals and three blocks. Markelle Fultz delivered 12 points, eight assists, four rebounds, two steals and two blocks. Gary Harris netted 11 points, two assists, one rebound, three steals and two blocks.
The Heat heads back home to host the Utah Jazz on Monday night, while the Magic hits the road to face the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night.
Jazz Top Hornets, 119-111
The Utah Jazz defeated the Charlotte Hornets, 119-111, at Spectrum Center on Saturday night.
The Jazz (33-35) opened the game in strong form and progressively expanded their lead over the Hornets (22-47), extending a three-point advantage at the end of one to 16 points entering the final period. Utah was then able to keep Charlotte at a comfortable distance throughout the last 12 minutes despite the hosts scoring 30 points in the quarter.
Talen Horton-Tucker led the Jazz with a 37-point, 10-assist double-double that included eight rebounds. Walker Kessler generated a 17-point, 16-rebound double-double that included one assist and three blocks. Kelly Olynyk matched Kessler's scoring and added six boards and one steal. Lauri Markkanen contributed 13 points, 13 boards and three assists.
Kelly Oubre Jr. paced the Hornets with 24 points, complementing them with five rebounds, two assists and one block. Terry Rozier delivered 22 points, eight assists, six rebounds, two steals and one block. P.J. Washington supplied 18 points, seven boards, two assists and two blocks. Dennis Smith Jr. managed 13 points, five assists, three rebounds and two blocks. Gordon Hayward offered 11 points, four assists, three rebounds and one steal.
The Jazz remain on the road and visit the Miami Heat on Monday night, while the Hornets remain home and host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday evening.
The Jazz (33-35) opened the game in strong form and progressively expanded their lead over the Hornets (22-47), extending a three-point advantage at the end of one to 16 points entering the final period. Utah was then able to keep Charlotte at a comfortable distance throughout the last 12 minutes despite the hosts scoring 30 points in the quarter.
Talen Horton-Tucker led the Jazz with a 37-point, 10-assist double-double that included eight rebounds. Walker Kessler generated a 17-point, 16-rebound double-double that included one assist and three blocks. Kelly Olynyk matched Kessler's scoring and added six boards and one steal. Lauri Markkanen contributed 13 points, 13 boards and three assists.
Kelly Oubre Jr. paced the Hornets with 24 points, complementing them with five rebounds, two assists and one block. Terry Rozier delivered 22 points, eight assists, six rebounds, two steals and one block. P.J. Washington supplied 18 points, seven boards, two assists and two blocks. Dennis Smith Jr. managed 13 points, five assists, three rebounds and two blocks. Gordon Hayward offered 11 points, four assists, three rebounds and one steal.
The Jazz remain on the road and visit the Miami Heat on Monday night, while the Hornets remain home and host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday evening.
Celtics Hold Off Hawks For Second Straight Win
By Dan Bruno
The Boston Celtics defeated the host Atlanta Hawks, 134-125, at State Farm Arena on Saturday evening.
The game got out to a high-scoring start as the Hawks led, 38-37, after one quarter. The Celtics turned up the defense in the second and rallied ahead to a 10-point advantage by halftime. Both sides brought a solid effort in the third, but the visitors stayed in control and carried a 12-point lead into the final quarter. The Hawks cut it to a five-point game early in the fourth, but the Celtics solidified their ground and closed out their second straight win.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 34 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and a block, in 35 minutes. Jaylen Brown followed up with 24 points, five rebounds, seven assists and two steals, while Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon added 18 points each. The Celtics shot 54.7 percent from the field, including 20-of-42 from deep.
Meanwhile, Trae Young led the Hawks with 35 points, three rebounds and 13 assists, in 34 minutes. Saddiq Bey followed up with 17 points, five rebounds and a steal, while De'Andre Hunter tallied 16 points, three rebounds, two assists and a block. The Hawks shot 50 percent from the field, including 10-of-34 from long range.
The Hawks (34-34) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Timberwolves on Monday. The Celtics (47-21) take on the Rockets in Houston on Monday.
The game got out to a high-scoring start as the Hawks led, 38-37, after one quarter. The Celtics turned up the defense in the second and rallied ahead to a 10-point advantage by halftime. Both sides brought a solid effort in the third, but the visitors stayed in control and carried a 12-point lead into the final quarter. The Hawks cut it to a five-point game early in the fourth, but the Celtics solidified their ground and closed out their second straight win.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 34 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and a block, in 35 minutes. Jaylen Brown followed up with 24 points, five rebounds, seven assists and two steals, while Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon added 18 points each. The Celtics shot 54.7 percent from the field, including 20-of-42 from deep.
Meanwhile, Trae Young led the Hawks with 35 points, three rebounds and 13 assists, in 34 minutes. Saddiq Bey followed up with 17 points, five rebounds and a steal, while De'Andre Hunter tallied 16 points, three rebounds, two assists and a block. The Hawks shot 50 percent from the field, including 10-of-34 from long range.
The Hawks (34-34) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Timberwolves on Monday. The Celtics (47-21) take on the Rockets in Houston on Monday.
Bulls Rally To Top Rockets In Houston
By Dan Bruno
The Chicago Bulls defeated the host Houston Rockets, 119-111, at Toyota Center on Saturday evening.
The Rockets jumped out to a great start with a 10-point lead after one quarter, but the Bulls bounced right back in the second and cut it to a one-point game by halftime. The Rockets kept up the pace in the third and outscored the visitors, 40-33, in the quarter to take an eight-point lead into the final frame. The Bulls did not back down and chipped away through the fourth until they pulled ahead in the final minutes. They kept their focus down the stretch and closed out their second straight win, while this marks the third straight loss for the Rockets.
Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 36 points, nine rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block, in 43 minutes. DeMar DeRozan followed up with 27 points, six rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block, while Nikola Vucevic totaled 18 points, 12 rebounds, six assists and a steal. The Bulls shot 51.2 percent from the field, including 15-of-32 from deep.
Meanwhile, Jabari Smith led the Rockets with 20 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and a steal, in 36 minutes. Jalen Green followed up with 18 points, two rebounds, seven assists and a steal, while Kenyon Martin added 16 points on 6-of-11 shooting. The Rockets shot 48.2 percent from the field, including 16-of-34 from long range.
The Rockets (15-52) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Celtics on Monday. The Bulls (31-36) play host to the Kings on Wednesday.
The Rockets jumped out to a great start with a 10-point lead after one quarter, but the Bulls bounced right back in the second and cut it to a one-point game by halftime. The Rockets kept up the pace in the third and outscored the visitors, 40-33, in the quarter to take an eight-point lead into the final frame. The Bulls did not back down and chipped away through the fourth until they pulled ahead in the final minutes. They kept their focus down the stretch and closed out their second straight win, while this marks the third straight loss for the Rockets.
Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 36 points, nine rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block, in 43 minutes. DeMar DeRozan followed up with 27 points, six rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block, while Nikola Vucevic totaled 18 points, 12 rebounds, six assists and a steal. The Bulls shot 51.2 percent from the field, including 15-of-32 from deep.
Meanwhile, Jabari Smith led the Rockets with 20 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and a steal, in 36 minutes. Jalen Green followed up with 18 points, two rebounds, seven assists and a steal, while Kenyon Martin added 16 points on 6-of-11 shooting. The Rockets shot 48.2 percent from the field, including 16-of-34 from long range.
The Rockets (15-52) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Celtics on Monday. The Bulls (31-36) play host to the Kings on Wednesday.
Grizzlies Rally Late For Home Win
By Dan Bruno
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the visiting Dallas Mavericks. 112-108, at FedEx Forum on Saturday evening.
The Grizzlies got out to a solid start with a four-point lead after one quarter and stayed in control through the second to take a six-point lead at the break. The Mavs picked up the pace in the third and outscored the hosts, 33-21, to claim a six-point advantage heading into the final quarter. The visitors held the edge for most of the fourth before the Grizzlies regained the lead in the final minutes and closed out their second straight win.
Desmond Bane led the Grizzlies with 25 points, seven rebounds and eight assists, in 35 minutes. David Roddy followed up with 24 points, four rebounds, two steals and a block, while Tyus Jones totaled 11 points, four rebounds, 10 assists and a steal. The Grizzlies shot 47.7 percent from the field, including 10-of-38 from deep.
Meanwhile, Tim Hardaway led the Mavericks with 23 points, six rebounds, two assists and two blocks, in 36 minutes. Jaden Hardy followed up with 22 points, two rebounds, three assists and a steal, while Josh Green tallied 21 points, 10 rebounds and four assists. The Mavs shot 45.9 percent from the field, including 15-of-43 from long range.
The Grizzlies (40-26) and Mavs (34-34) clash again in Dallas on Monday.
The Grizzlies got out to a solid start with a four-point lead after one quarter and stayed in control through the second to take a six-point lead at the break. The Mavs picked up the pace in the third and outscored the hosts, 33-21, to claim a six-point advantage heading into the final quarter. The visitors held the edge for most of the fourth before the Grizzlies regained the lead in the final minutes and closed out their second straight win.
Desmond Bane led the Grizzlies with 25 points, seven rebounds and eight assists, in 35 minutes. David Roddy followed up with 24 points, four rebounds, two steals and a block, while Tyus Jones totaled 11 points, four rebounds, 10 assists and a steal. The Grizzlies shot 47.7 percent from the field, including 10-of-38 from deep.
Meanwhile, Tim Hardaway led the Mavericks with 23 points, six rebounds, two assists and two blocks, in 36 minutes. Jaden Hardy followed up with 22 points, two rebounds, three assists and a steal, while Josh Green tallied 21 points, 10 rebounds and four assists. The Mavs shot 45.9 percent from the field, including 15-of-43 from long range.
The Grizzlies (40-26) and Mavs (34-34) clash again in Dallas on Monday.
Thunder Defeat Pelicans, 110-96
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the host New Orleans Pelicans, 110-96, at Smoothie King Center on Saturday.
A 32-22 first quarter carries Oklahoma City to their victory, maintaining the lead for the final three quarters. A 31-22 second quarter allowed them to put the game away, leading by at least nine points for the closing 30 minutes. The Thunder shot 46 percent from the field while holding the Pelicans to 42 percent shooting. Oklahoma City also won the turnover battle, 22-11, recording 11 steals to New Orleans' three. OKC outscored NOLA in the paint, 48-36, and in fastbreak scoring, 18-10.
The Thunder (32-35) were led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, accruing 35 points, six rebounds, two assists and four steals. Josh Giddey generated 19 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Jalen Williams had 17 points, four rebounds, two assists and three steals. Isaiah Joe and Luguentz Dort had nine points apiece.
The Pelicans (32-35) were led by CJ McCollum, collecting 26 points, seven rebounds and eight assists. Naji Marshall amassed 15 points, eight rebounds and two assists. Trey Murphy tallied 15 points, four rebounds and two assists, while Jonas Valanciunas totaled 13 points and four rebounds. Jaxson Hayes led the bench with 11 points, eight rebounds, two assists and two blocks.
Oklahoma City has to play the second half of a back-to-back set on Sunday, traveling to face the San Antonio Spurs. As for New Orleans, they return to action on Tuesday in a home matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers.
A 32-22 first quarter carries Oklahoma City to their victory, maintaining the lead for the final three quarters. A 31-22 second quarter allowed them to put the game away, leading by at least nine points for the closing 30 minutes. The Thunder shot 46 percent from the field while holding the Pelicans to 42 percent shooting. Oklahoma City also won the turnover battle, 22-11, recording 11 steals to New Orleans' three. OKC outscored NOLA in the paint, 48-36, and in fastbreak scoring, 18-10.
The Thunder (32-35) were led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, accruing 35 points, six rebounds, two assists and four steals. Josh Giddey generated 19 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Jalen Williams had 17 points, four rebounds, two assists and three steals. Isaiah Joe and Luguentz Dort had nine points apiece.
The Pelicans (32-35) were led by CJ McCollum, collecting 26 points, seven rebounds and eight assists. Naji Marshall amassed 15 points, eight rebounds and two assists. Trey Murphy tallied 15 points, four rebounds and two assists, while Jonas Valanciunas totaled 13 points and four rebounds. Jaxson Hayes led the bench with 11 points, eight rebounds, two assists and two blocks.
Oklahoma City has to play the second half of a back-to-back set on Sunday, traveling to face the San Antonio Spurs. As for New Orleans, they return to action on Tuesday in a home matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Warriors Defeat Bucks in OT, 125-116
The Golden State Warriors defeated the visiting Milwaukee Bucks in OT, 125-116, at Chase Center on Saturday.
There were 12 ties and 18 lead changes in this game, taking an overtime session to determine a winner. Stephen Curry hit the game-tying shot with 19 seconds left in regulation and then the Warriors rode a 14-5 extra session to their win. The Bucks shot 1-of-5 from the field and committed two turnovers in the overtime. Golden State out-rebounded Milwaukee, 70-56, while outscoring them in second-chance points, 24-4. The Warriors also out-assisted the Bucks, 33-28.
The Bucks (48-19) were led by Brook Lopez, tallying 19 points, seven rebounds and five blocks. Khris Middleton collected 19 points, three rebounds, five assists and four steals. Jrue Holiday had 18 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. Bobby Portis amassed 15 points, 13 rebounds and two assists, while Joe Ingles led the bench with 15 points, five rebounds, seven assists and two steals.
The Warriors (35-33) were led by Curry, compiling 36 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals. Klay Thompson tallied 22 points, three rebounds and three assists. Donte DiVincenzo accrued 20 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals, while Kevon Looney finished with seven points, 15 rebounds, four assists and five steals. Draymond Green rounded out the starting lineup with five points, 13 rebounds and nine assists.
Both teams return to action on Monday, with Golden State playing host to the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee staying on the road to play the Sacramento Kings.
There were 12 ties and 18 lead changes in this game, taking an overtime session to determine a winner. Stephen Curry hit the game-tying shot with 19 seconds left in regulation and then the Warriors rode a 14-5 extra session to their win. The Bucks shot 1-of-5 from the field and committed two turnovers in the overtime. Golden State out-rebounded Milwaukee, 70-56, while outscoring them in second-chance points, 24-4. The Warriors also out-assisted the Bucks, 33-28.
The Bucks (48-19) were led by Brook Lopez, tallying 19 points, seven rebounds and five blocks. Khris Middleton collected 19 points, three rebounds, five assists and four steals. Jrue Holiday had 18 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. Bobby Portis amassed 15 points, 13 rebounds and two assists, while Joe Ingles led the bench with 15 points, five rebounds, seven assists and two steals.
The Warriors (35-33) were led by Curry, compiling 36 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals. Klay Thompson tallied 22 points, three rebounds and three assists. Donte DiVincenzo accrued 20 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals, while Kevon Looney finished with seven points, 15 rebounds, four assists and five steals. Draymond Green rounded out the starting lineup with five points, 13 rebounds and nine assists.
Both teams return to action on Monday, with Golden State playing host to the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee staying on the road to play the Sacramento Kings.
Kings Defeat Suns, 128-119
The Sacramento Kings defeated the host Phoenix Suns, 128-119, at Footprint Center on Saturday.
There were 11 ties and nine lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 11 points. It was actually a tied game at 115-115 with 3:30 remaining but the Kings closed things on a 13-4 run to grab their win. That capped off a 32-24 fourth quarter. Sacramento shot 43 percent (15-of-35) from three-point range while Phoenix shot just 30 percent (13-of-44). In addition, the Kings out-rebounded the Suns, 54-45, while outscoring them in second-chance points, 16-7.
The Kings (40-26) were led by Harrison Barnes, tallying 19 points and six rebounds. De'Aaron Fox finished with 18 points, four rebounds, six assists and two steals. Domantas Sabonis accrued 17 points, eight rebounds, four assists and two steals. Malik Monk led the bench with 18 points, four rebounds, five assists and two steals.
The Suns (37-30) were led by Devin Booker, collecting 28 points, three rebounds, eight assists and three steals. Chris Paul compiled 16 points, six rebounds and 16 assists. Deandre Ayton amassed 22 points, 12 rebounds, two steals and two blocks, while Terrence Ross led the bench with 18 points and two steals. Josh Okogie also scored 15 points.
Both teams return to action on Monday, with Phoenix traveling to face the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento returning home to play the Milwaukee Bucks.
There were 11 ties and nine lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 11 points. It was actually a tied game at 115-115 with 3:30 remaining but the Kings closed things on a 13-4 run to grab their win. That capped off a 32-24 fourth quarter. Sacramento shot 43 percent (15-of-35) from three-point range while Phoenix shot just 30 percent (13-of-44). In addition, the Kings out-rebounded the Suns, 54-45, while outscoring them in second-chance points, 16-7.
The Kings (40-26) were led by Harrison Barnes, tallying 19 points and six rebounds. De'Aaron Fox finished with 18 points, four rebounds, six assists and two steals. Domantas Sabonis accrued 17 points, eight rebounds, four assists and two steals. Malik Monk led the bench with 18 points, four rebounds, five assists and two steals.
The Suns (37-30) were led by Devin Booker, collecting 28 points, three rebounds, eight assists and three steals. Chris Paul compiled 16 points, six rebounds and 16 assists. Deandre Ayton amassed 22 points, 12 rebounds, two steals and two blocks, while Terrence Ross led the bench with 18 points and two steals. Josh Okogie also scored 15 points.
Both teams return to action on Monday, with Phoenix traveling to face the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento returning home to play the Milwaukee Bucks.