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Nuggets, Knicks, and Kings Shine in NBA Action

The NBA showcased thrilling matchups on January 13, 2025, with standout performances from several teams and players. The Denver Nuggets continued their winning streak, securing a 112-101 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Russell Westbrook led the charge with a double-double, contributing 21 points and 10 rebounds. Nikola Jokić also impressed with a double-double of his own, scoring 19 points and grabbing 18 rebounds. Jamal Murray added 17 points to help the Nuggets clinch their third consecutive win. For the Mavericks, Clay Thompson was the standout scorer with 25 points.

In another exciting game, the New York Knicks dominated the Milwaukee Bucks, finishing with a commanding score of 140-106. Jaylen Brunson was the star of the night, netting an impressive 44 points. Karl-Anthony Towns supported the effort with a double-double, scoring 30 points and securing 18 rebounds. Cam Payne also contributed significantly with 18 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 24 points and 13 rebounds but could not prevent the loss.

The Sacramento Kings extended their winning streak to seven games by edging out the Chicago Bulls 124-119. De'Aaron Fox was the top scorer for the Kings with 26 points, while Domantas Sabonis recorded a double-double with 22 points and 15 rebounds. DeMar DeRozan added 21 points to the Kings' total. Zach LaVine shone for the Bulls, scoring 36 points in a double-double effort.

The Oklahoma City Thunder showcased their dominance by defeating the Washington Wizards 136-95. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 27 points, while Aaron Wiggins contributed 23 points. This victory improved the Thunder's record to an impressive 32-6, while the Wizards fell to 6-31.

In the Eastern Conference standings, the Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks are tied with 20 wins and 17 losses, while the Detroit Pistons sit in eighth place with a record of 20 wins and 19 losses. The Atlanta Hawks follow closely with 19 wins and 19 losses, and the Chicago Bulls are tenth with 18 wins and 21 losses. In the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder lead the pack, followed by the Houston Rockets and Memphis Grizzlies, both with strong records.

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