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Jokic`s triple-double leads Nuggets past Pistons, while Thunder and Cavaliers secure crucial wins in exciting NBA matchups.

NBA action on February 28, 2025, delivered thrilling matchups, highlighted by the Denver Nuggets` victory over the Detroit Pistons, 128-115. Nikola Jokic showcased his all-around skills with a triple-double, contributing 24 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists. Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with a strong performance, scoring 28 points and adding 9 assists.

In another nail-biter, the Oklahoma City Thunder narrowly defeated the Atlanta Hawks, 112-110. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the standout for OKC, netting 35 points and providing 8 assists, while Trae Young led the Hawks with 26 points and 11 assists.

The Cleveland Cavaliers continued their dominant season with a convincing 120-98 win against the Boston Celtics. Donovan Mitchell was the driving force for the Cavs, scoring 32 points, while Jayson Tatum struggled with only 18 points on 6-of-20 shooting.

Other notable games included the Portland Trail Blazers surprising the Brooklyn Nets with a 105-98 win, and the Indiana Pacers edging out the Miami Heat, 114-110. The New Orleans Pelicans faced another setback, losing to the Phoenix Suns, 122-105, despite Devin Booker`s explosive 38 points.

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