Eastern Conference Highlights
The Atlanta Hawks secured a 120-110 win over the Miami Heat, with Jaylen Johnson standing out as the best player of the game, contributing 28 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists. The New York Knicks had a thrilling victory against the Washington Wizards, winning 136-132. Jaylen Brunson was the star of the game with an impressive 55 points, three rebounds, and nine assists.
The Philadelphia 76ers edged out the Utah Jazz with a 114-111 win, led by Joel Embiid's 32 points, five rebounds, and four assists. The Chicago Bulls also had a notable win, defeating the Milwaukee Bucks 116-111, with Josh Giddey delivering 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Western Conference Highlights
In the Western Conference, the Golden State Warriors took down the Phoenix Suns 109-105, thanks in part to Jonathan Kuminga's 34 points, eight rebounds, and three assists. The Denver Nuggets dominated the Detroit Pistons with a 134-121 win, driven by Nikola JokiÄ's outstanding performance of 37 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists.
The Los Angeles Lakers had a strong showing against the Sacramento Kings, winning 132-122, with Anthony Davis leading the way with 34 points, 15 rebounds, and eight assists. The Portland Trail Blazers also secured a win, beating the Dallas Mavericks 126-122, with Shaden Sharp contributing 23 points, five rebounds, and four assists.
Standings Update
As of December 29, 2024, the Cleveland Cavaliers lead the Eastern Conference with 27 wins and four losses, followed closely by the Boston Celtics with 23 wins and eight losses. The New York Knicks are on a seven-game winning streak with 22 wins and 10 losses.
In the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder are on a 10-game winning streak with 25 wins and five losses, ahead of the Memphis Grizzlies who have 22 wins and 10 losses. The Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers are tied with 18 wins and 13 losses each.
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