The player: Klay Thompson has a great comeback after two shutout seasons
Klay Thompson set the tone for his comeback just 30 seconds after hitting an NBA floor for the first time since 2019. 30 seconds were enough to register his first basket, on his very first attempt, attacking the circle with the ball in hand aggressively. and determination. One way to mark the occasion. To remind everyone that, yes, it’s not just about doing the extras. And in its wake, the Warriors crushed the Cavaliers (96-82) during a party night at the Chase Center in San Francisco.
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The All-Star full-back, who last played in the lost 2019 Finals to the Raptors, was obviously warmly received by the Californian public. His very first in the new franchise hall, inaugurated a few months after his first serious knee injury. A tear in the cruciate ligaments that resulted in a white season. Then a second, in the wake, with a ruptured Achilles tendon while he was already preparing his return at the end of 2020. The NBA has changed a lot since. Kawhi Leonard left for the Clippers after defeating the battered Warriors. Paul George accompanied him. Kevin Durant is now in Brooklyn, with James Harden. Russell Westbrook plays for the Lakers. Yes, the landscape has changed a lot. But Thompson is still the same.
Or almost. But even though he showed some signs of rust – quite logical – he managed his comeback by scoring 17 points in just 20 minutes. 17 points to 7 of 18 on shots including 3 of 8 three-pointers. Also with 3 rebounds. 941 days after his last appearance, he even offered two achievements: reaching 12,000 points and 1,800 three-pointers registered in his career.
“It was great to have him with usStephen Curry, who took advantage of his best teammate’s presence to get himself out of a rough patch by scoring 28 points, said. Klay Thompson’s return electrified an already confident team after his excellent start to the season With an action to illustrate this observation, a fierce dunk that reassures the athletic ability of the man after two such severe injuries.
The game: Grizzlies calm LeBron Lakers down
After four straight wins, the Lakers were brought back to reality when they came across the Grizzlies in great shape. The Tennessee franchise went for its ninth success in a row – a franchise record – by knocking down the 2020 champions (127-119) despite LeBron James’ 35 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. The King must have felt very lonely at times on Sunday night. He tried everything, showing success (14 out of 19) but none of his teammates in the five major scored more than 7 points! 6 small units for Russell Westbrook, limited to 2 of 12 on shots.
The Lakers suffered in the second and third quarters, dominated by the collective Grizzlies. Jaren Jackson Jr and Desmond Bane led the charge with 21 and 23 points. Ja Morant added 16. The score does not even fully reflect the control of the Memphis players, who were 24 points ahead at the start of the fourth quarter! They took the upper hand and the Los Angeles substitutes eased the bill by coming back to 8 lengths in the final minutes. But the victory goes to the Grizzlies, too strong for the Lakers since the start of the season. With an incredible counter from Morant, which sums up the opposition between the two teams rather well on Sunday.
The Series: The Raptors Don’t Stop
Incredible rise in the rankings of the Raptors in recent weeks. Toronto won its sixth straight game, beating New Orleans (105-101) last night. With 32 points from Fred VanVleet but also 29 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists from Pascal Siakam. The duo currently carry the Canadian franchise, which is making a strong comeback in the top-8 of the Eastern Conference. The Raptors are now seventh and can once again start thinking seriously about qualifying for the playoffs.
The series (bis): The increasingly hot Mavericks
Watch out for Dallas. After a failed start to the season, the Texan organization is regaining momentum with a balance that is finally being put in place. Suddenly, the Mavericks also clinched a sixth straight victory Sunday night. They even beat the Bulls (113-99), first in the East! With an excellent Luka Doncic at the wand. The Slovenian compiled a triple-double: 21 points, 14 rebounds and 14 assists. Five other players scored at least 10 points alongside him. The attack takes shape, the defense progresses… and the Mavs are fifth in the West, in ambush.
Performance: 40 points for KAT
The Timberwolves crushed the Rockets (141-123) under the impulse of an absolutely domineering Karl-Anthony Towns in the racket. The All-Star interior slammed 40 points without necessarily abusing the long shot (15 of 25 on shots and 4 of 6 behind the arc). Simply by taking the top below. He also captured 9 rebounds (6 offensives) and delivered 7 assists.
The state: 22
Like the number of rebounds Kyle Kuzma took last night. 27 points and 22 rebounds in the Wizards’ victory against the Magic (102-100). A victory that allows Washington to recover after two consecutive defeats. The franchise of the federal capital remains ninth in the East.
The French: Nicolas Batum relaunches the Clippers
As an experienced player, Nicolas Batum sometimes has to speak up to get his teammates back on the right track. And after 3 defeats in a row, he did not hesitate to remind his comrades of certain collective fundamentals. Words, then actions. Established Sunday night, the tricolor winger contributed to the reaction of the Clippers, winners of the Hawks (106-93). 10 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 interception and 1 block for the veteran.
The results of the night in the NBA
Nets – Spurs : 121-119
Clippers – Hawks : 106-93
Magic – Wizards : 100-102
Raptors – Pelicans : 105-101
Rockets – Timberwolves : 123-141
Thunder – Nuggets : 95-99
Mavericks – Bulls : 113-99
Warriors – Cavaliers : 96-82
Trail Blazers – Grizzlies : 103-88
Lakers – Grizzlies : 119-127
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