Karl-Anthony Towns scored 44 points, becoming the architect of victory
In the NBA, the New York Knicks managed to defeat the Miami Heat 116-107, with Karl-Anthony Towns contributing 44 points in the game.
The NBA continued with 11 games, where the Cleveland Cavaliers hosted the Lakers, winning thanks to performances from Evan Mobley (25 points, 5 rebounds), Donovan Mitchell (24 points, 7 assists), and Jarrett Allen (20 points, 17 rebounds).
The Lakers suffered their second defeat, with LeBron James scoring 26 points and grabbing 6 rebounds, while Anthony Davis added 22 points and 13 rebounds.
TOWNS’ 44 POINTS
The New York Knicks beat the Miami Heat 116-107 on the road, with Karl-Anthony Towns leading the team with 44 points and 13 rebounds. Jalen Brunson added 22 points, and Mikal Bridges contributed 17 points for the visiting team.
In the Heat, Tyler Herro scored 34 points, along with 5 rebounds and 7 assists, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the team from suffering its second defeat of the season.
THUNDER GOES 4 FOR 4
The Oklahoma City Thunder improved to 4-0 by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 105-93 at home. Luguentz Dort scored 20 points, Chet Holmgren added 19 points, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 18 points.
For the Spurs, who faced their third defeat, Harrison Barnes scored 18 points, Jeremy Sochan had 17 points, Malaki Branham added 15 points, and Chris Paul scored 14 points. French young star Victor Wembanyama produced 6 points and 8 rebounds.
RESULTS
Washington Wizards – Atlanta Hawks: 133-120
Philadelphia 76ers – Detroit Pistons: 95-105
Indiana Pacers – Boston Celtics: 135-132 (Overtime)
Cleveland Cavaliers – Los Angeles Lakers: 134-110
Charlotte Hornets – Toronto Raptors: 138-133
Miami Heat – New York Knicks: 107-116
Memphis Grizzlies – Brooklyn Nets: 106-119
Chicago Bulls – Orlando Magic: 102-99
Oklahoma City Thunder – San Antonio Spurs: 105-93
Golden State Warriors – New Orleans Pelicans: 104-89
Los Angeles Clippers – Portland Trail Blazers: 105-106
