Shai Gilgeous-Alexander showcased an outstanding performance, scoring 38 points, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a thrilling 138-136 overtime victory against the Golden State Warriors. The game's decisive moment came with a Luguentz Dort lay-up, securing the win with just 10.2 seconds remaining. Despite Stephen Curry's 34 points, including 10 in overtime, the Warriors suffered their 10th defeat in 14 games.
In another matchup, the Dallas Mavericks faced the Portland Trail Blazers, with Luka Doncic contributing 32 points. However, the Mavericks were dealt a blow as Kyrie Irving left the game due to a foot injury. Despite Irving's absence, Doncic led the Mavericks to a 125-112 victory, supported by Dante Exum's 23 points.
The Chicago Bulls staged an impressive comeback, overcoming a 13-point deficit to secure their fourth consecutive win, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 121-112. Coby White's 24 points played a pivotal role in the Bulls' victory, while the Spurs tied a franchise record with their 16th consecutive defeat.
In other NBA action, the Houston Rockets claimed their first away win of the season, beating the Denver Nuggets 114-106. The Philadelphia 76ers secured a 125-114 victory against the Atlanta Hawks, with Joel Embiid delivering a standout performance with 38 points, 14 rebounds, and four blocked shots. The Brooklyn Nets dominated the Washington Wizards with a 124-97 win, and the Cleveland Cavaliers emerged victorious against the Miami Heat with a 111-99 scoreline.
Gordon Hayward led the Charlotte Hornets to a 119-116 triumph over the Toronto Raptors, despite Scottie Barnes' impressive 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. The Boston Celtics secured a 133-123 victory against the New York Knicks, with Jaylen Brown ejected in the fourth quarter for arguing with an official. The Detroit Pistons suffered their 19th consecutive loss, falling 123-91 to the Orlando Magic.
The Minnesota Timberwolves showcased three-point prowess, with Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Troy Brown Jr, and Shake Milton combining for 11 three-pointers in their 127-103 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. De'Aaron Fox's 34 points in the fourth quarter propelled the Sacramento Kings to a 114-106 win against the Phoenix Suns. Lastly, the Los Angeles Clippers ended an 11-game losing streak in Salt Lake City, securing a 117-103 victory over the Utah Jazz, highlighted by Kawhi Leonard's season-high 41 points.
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