He hasn’t turned 39 (since December 30). LeBron James hovered over the game in New Orleans (34 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists). But the Pelicans had a big desire for revenge after the humiliating defeat against the Lakers in the semi-final of the NBA Cup (133-89) and left no chance to “King James” and to the old Pelican Anthony Davis (20 pts, 10 rebs). They won 129-109. Zion Williamson (26 points), Brandon Ingram (26 points) and CJ McCollum (22 points) were decisive. With this setback, Los Angeles finds itself with a record of 17 wins and 17 losses.
Oklahoma City lived up to its reputation against Brooklyn, defeated 124-108. Third best team in terms of 3-point success, the Thunder were once again impressively reliable with 18 successful shots out of 33 attempted. After this 4th success in a row, OKC (22 v-9l) remains the runner-up to Minnesota (24-7) in the West.
Sacramento is also a good surprise this season. Fifth in the West (19 v-12 l), the Kings made short work of the Memphis Grizzlies 92-123, so much so that it was the substitutes who played the 4th quarter. The effects of the return of I Morant in Memphis now seem to have faded after this 3rd loss in a row.
Finally, in the sixth meeting on the program this Sunday, Atlanta only won 126-130 in Washington. Trae Young (40 pts, 13 ast) flew through the match, even if Kyle Kuzma (38 pts, n 8 rebs) did his best for the Wizards. The Hawks led 108-123 before getting up a little too early.
2024-01-01 15:56:52
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