Westbrook and Jokic Shine as Nuggets Overpower Utah Jazz in Thriller

December 31, 2024
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Reported by Olatunji Olajide

Russell Westbrook and Nikola Jokic delivered sensational triple-doubles to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 132-121 victory over the Utah Jazz.
Westbrook tallied 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists with zero turnovers, while Jokic dominated with 36 points, 22 rebounds, and 11 assists.
The Nuggets, trailing 66-64 at halftime, surged ahead in the third quarter, aided by Jamal Murray’s 20 points and 10 assists.
Sixers Cruise Past Trail Blazers

Joel Embiid’s 37 points and nine rebounds powered the Philadelphia 76ers to a 125-103 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
Tyrese Maxey added 23 points, while Kelly Oubre Jr. recorded 15 points and eight steals.
Knicks Outlast Wizards Behind Hart’s Triple-Double

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Josh Hart notched his third triple-double of the season with 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists, lifting the New York Knicks to a 126-106 victory over the Washington Wizards. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 32 points and 13 rebounds in the win.
Cavaliers Extend Streak, Trounce Warriors

The Cleveland Cavaliers earned their seventh consecutive win, defeating the Golden State Warriors 113-95.

Darius Garland led with 25 points, while Donovan Mitchell chipped in 23 as the Cavs improved to 28-4 atop the Eastern Conference.
Harden Clutch as Clippers Edge Pelicans

James Harden secured the Los Angeles Clippers’ 116-113 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans with four critical free throws in the final 18 seconds.
Kings Break Losing Streak, Beat Mavericks

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De’Aaron Fox’s 33-point performance ended the Sacramento Kings’ six-game skid with a 110-100 triumph over the injury-hit Dallas Mavericks, who were without Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.
Bulls Outlast Hornets in Overtime
Coby White’s near triple-double of 23 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists helped the Chicago Bulls secure a 115-108 overtime win against the Charlotte Hornets.

The Beacon NG Newspaper