NBA Roundup: Antetokounmpo’s triple-double leads Bucks past Cavaliers, Warriors win in thrilling comeback
Milwaukee Bucks: Giannis Antetokounmpo continued his dominance with a triple-double (35 points, 18 rebounds and 10 assists) to lead the Bucks to a 126-116 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Bucks’ victory came despite the surprise firing of Bucks head coach Adrian Griffin earlier in the week.
Golden State Warriors The Warriors, playing for the first time since the death of assistant coach Dejan Milosevic, beat the Atlanta Hawks 134-112. Stephen Curry (25 points, eight assists) and Klay Thompson (24 points) energised the Warriors’ offence, while Jonathan Kuminga impressed with a perfect shooting performance (11-for-11 from the field, 25 points).
Phoenix Suns The Suns extended their winning streak to seven games with a 132-109 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Kevin Durant had 12 points and 10 rebounds.
Oklahoma City Thunder The Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 140-114 despite a strong performance from Victor Winebanyama (24 points, 12 rebounds). Chet Holmgren contributed 17 points and 9 rebounds for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Vince Williams Jr. (25 points) and GG Jackson (17 points) led the Memphis Grizzlies to a 105-96 win over the Miami Heat, spoiling Terry Rozier’s debut in Miami. John Konchar contributed 11 points and 10 rebounds for Memphis.
Anthony Edwards scored a game-high 38 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves, who avoided a three-game losing streak with a 118-107 victory over the Washington Wizards. Karl-Anthony Towns scored 27 points and Rudy Gobert had 19 points and 16 rebounds.
