Boston gives way at home
The Boston Celtics, despite an excellent performance from Jayson Tatum (30 points), suffered a home defeat against the Atlanta Hawks with a score of 116-117. The match was very balanced, with the two teams exchanging the lead throughout the match. In the end, it was a 3-pointer by De’Andre Hunter with just seconds left that decided the game in favor of the Hawks. The defeat is a hard blow for the Celtics, who will now have to try to get back up in view of the next matches.
Dallas still in trouble
The Dallas Mavericks, already struggling this season, lost another game to the Golden State Warriors by a score of 120-117. Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 35 points, but it wasn’t enough to avoid the defeat. The Warriors, led by Stephen Curry (30 points), played a solid game, making the most of their opportunities and capitalizing on the Mavericks’ mistakes. This defeat confirms the Mavericks’ difficulty this season, and the team will have to find a solution to improve their performances.
Convincing victories for Philadelphia, Orlando and Milwaukee
The most convincing victories of the night were those of Philadelphia, Orlando and Milwaukee. The Philadelphia 76ers beat the New York Knicks with a score of 99-111, with Joel Embiid scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds. The Orlando Magic dominated the Charlotte Hornets by a score of 114-89, with Paolo Banchero leading the team with 24 points. Finally, the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Toronto Raptors with a score of 99-85, with Giannis Antetokounmpo scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds.
Detroit beats Miami in a tight match
The game between Detroit Pistons and Miami Heat was a tight battle until the last second. The Pistons prevailed with a score of 123-121, thanks to a triple by Bojan Bogdanovic with a few seconds left. The match was characterized by alternating leads between the two teams, with both giving their all until the end. The victory is an important success for the Pistons, who have proven capable of competing with a high-level team like the Heat.
Portland and Utah give way
In addition to Boston and Dallas, Portland and Utah also suffered losses. The Portland Trail Blazers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves by a score of 122-108, while the Utah Jazz lost to the Phoenix Suns by a score of 112-120. The two teams will have to try to get back up in view of the next matches.
The importance of home games
The Celtics’ loss at home to the Hawks is a wake-up call for the team. Court advantage is a fundamental element in basketball, and losing at home can have a negative impact on team morale. The Celtics will have to work to improve their defense and concentration in home games.
