Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in a career-high 51 points, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 137-128 victory over the Houston Rockets on Monday. The Thunder secured their 50th win of the season, becoming the first team in the Western Conference to reach this milestone before any other team hit 40 wins. Gilgeous-Alexander delivered an impressive performance, shooting 18-of-30 from the field and 5-of-9 from three-point range, adding seven assists and five rebounds. This marked his fourth 50-point game this season and ninth 40+ point game, both leading the NBA. The Thunder are on a roll, winning four straight and 13 of their last 15 games.”
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Warriors vs Hornets
Golden State secured a road win against Charlotte, with Buddy Hield scoring 22 points. Stephen Curry, back in his hometown, contributed 21 points, while Brandin Podziemski added 19 points and 11 rebounds. For Charlotte, Miles Bridges led with 35 points, and LaMelo Ball added 25, but the Hornets suffered their seventh consecutive loss.
Hawks vs Grizzlies
A buzzer-beater reverse layup by Caris LeVert lifted the Atlanta Hawks over the Memphis Grizzlies. LeVert scored 21 of his 25 points in the second half, while Zaccharie Risacher led Atlanta with a game-high 27 points. Memphis had a standout performance, with [Player Name] recording 35 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists for his first triple-double of the season. Jaren Jackson Jr. exited early due to an ankle injury.
Trail Blazers vs 76ers
Anfernee Simons scored 34 points to help Portland secure a road win over Philadelphia. Shaedon Sharpe contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds, while Donovan Clingan recorded a double-double with 13 points and 13 boards. Andre Drummond led the 76ers with a season-high 25 points and 18 rebounds.
Pistons vs Jazz
Cade Cunningham led Detroit to its 10th win in 11 games with 29 points, nine assists, and four steals. Jalen Duren added 16 points, 12 rebounds, and four blocks. Kyle Filipowski led Utah with 25 points.
Heat vs Wizards
Bam Adebayo had 19 points and 15 rebounds as Miami pulled ahead in the fourth quarter. Duncan Robinson scored 17 points, while Pelle Larsson sparked a crucial 12-0 Heat run.
Kings vs Mavericks
Zach LaVine (22 points) and DeMar DeRozan (20 points) led Sacramento to a win over Dallas. Kyrie Irving exited in the first quarter with a knee injury, allowing the Kings to capitalize and secure a dominant road victory.
Edited By- Anusmriti Ganguly