Toronto’s win over Portland, combined with New York’s loss to Boston, propelled the Raptors back into second place in the Eastern Conference.
The Thunder’s dominance shows no signs of slowing as Oklahoma City are now winners of 13 straight, while Anthony Edwards and Jaylen Brown each delivered 40-point explosions during Wednesday’s six-game NBA slate.
THUNDER STAYS HOT; EDWARDS, BROWN CATCH FIRE
- OKC Thunder (21-1) def. Golden State Warriors (11-11), 124-112: Reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder became just the fourth team in league history to win 21 of their first 22 games after holding off a pesky Warriors squad.
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- Minnesota Timberwolves (13-8) def. New Orleans Pelicans (3-19), 123-117: Anthony Edwards delivered the overtime-sending basket as part of his 44-point explosion, leading the Timberwolves to their third consecutive victory.
With yet another offensive clinic, Edwards is now averaging an impressive 38.3 points on an efficient 56% shooting over his last six games.
- Boston Celtics (12-9) def. New York Knicks (13-7), 123-117: In their historic 500th regular-season meeting, the Boston Celtics relied on Jaylen Brown’s 42-point barrage to snap the New York Knicks’ four-game winning streak.
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- Philadelphia 76ers (11-9) def. Washington Wizards (3-17), 121-102: Tyrese Maxey torched the Wizards with 35 points in just 29 minutes, pacing a commanding Sixers victory.
The outing marked his ninth 35-point game this season, second only to LA Lakers star Luka Doncic (10).
- Toronto Raptors (15-7) def. Portland Trail Blazers (8-13), 121-118: The trio of Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, and Immanuel Quickley combined for 72 points, propelling the Raptors to their eighth straight home victory.
With the win and the Knicks falling to the Celtics, Toronto reclaimed sole possession of second place in the Eastern Conference, just behind the Detroit Pistons (17–4).
- San Antonio Spurs (14-6) def. Memphis Grizzlies (9-13), 126-119: Harrison Barnes logged a season-high 31 points built on seven threes as the Spurs turned back the visiting Grizzlies.
Despite missing stars Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle since November 16, the Spurs have thrived, compiling a 6–2 record in that span.
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Pao Ambat earned his journalism degree from Cavite State University in 2022.
Passionate about sports from a young age, he primarily covers the NBA for One Sports, while also assisting in reporting on the PVL, PBA, UAAP, and other leagues.