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Gilgeous-Alexander Shines as Thunder Extend Win Streak

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a driving force for the Oklahoma City Thunder, leading the team to an impressive 15-game win streak. His recent performance against the Boston Celtics was particularly noteworthy, where he not only fueled the victory but also showcased his skills with several highlight plays, including a crucial basket plus a foul.

In other standout performances, Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves scored a career-high 53 points, although his team fell short against the Detroit Pistons. Meanwhile, Kawhi Leonard made his much-anticipated debut with the Los Angeles Clippers, contributing 12 points and expressing that playing was the `easy part.`

The Miami Heat are currently navigating a challenging period following Jimmy Butler's recent ban, emphasizing team unity and the question of `who's with us` as they seek to overcome the situation.

LeBron James has made history by surpassing Michael Jordan for the most 30-point games in NBA history, achieving this milestone in a matchup against the Atlanta Hawks where he scored 30 points and dished out 8 assists. The Los Angeles Lakers are under scrutiny as they assess their potential with Kawhi Leonard's return to the Clippers.

CJ McCollum had a remarkable outing for the New Orleans Pelicans, scoring 50 points in a significant win. Additionally, Jonathan Isaac and Luke Kornet made headlines with impressive plays, including Isaac's massive block and Kornet's poster dunk over Alperen Sengun.

The Golden State Warriors are facing challenges with Jonathan Kuminga sidelined for at least three weeks due to an ankle injury. In coaching news, the Sacramento Kings have parted ways with Mike Brown after a notable decline in performance despite his previous successes.

As the NBA trade deadline approaches on February 6, teams and players are under close observation for potential trades and roster changes. The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Clippers are currently riding high in the latest Power Rankings, setting the stage for an exciting second half of the season.

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