The Chicago Bulls stunned the reigning champion Boston Celtics, securing a 117-108 victory led by Zach LaVine’s season-high 36 points.
LaVine’s stellar performance, with six 3-pointers, highlighted a gritty Bulls comeback as they outscored Boston 35-22 in the fourth quarter.
Meanwhile, LeBron James made NBA history again, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time minutes played record during the LA Lakers’ 113-100 win over Sacramento Kings.
“It’s just commitment and love for the game,” said James, who scored 19 points alongside Anthony Davis’ dominant 21 points and 20 rebounds.
Elsewhere, Victor Wembanyama dazzled with 42 points, including a game-clinching overtime display, lifting San Antonio Spurs past Atlanta Hawks 133-126.
In other action, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander powered the Oklahoma City Thunder past Orlando Magic 105-99, Memphis Grizzlies shattered Golden State with a record-breaking 27 three-pointers in 144-93 win.
Elsewhere, Karl-Anthony Towns delivered a double-double in his emotional return to Minnesota, leading the New York Knicks to a 133-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
