The results of the night, that of Dejounte Murray
Hornets @ Pistons : 141-119
Cavaliers @ Pacers : 120-113
Thunder @ Sixers : 87-100
Spurs @ Hawks : 136-121
Nuggets @ Celtics : 102-108
Timberwolves @ Bulls : 122-134
Magic @ Jazz : 99-114
Dejounte Murray in All-Star mode!
– Dejounte Murray definitely did not steal his All-Star Game selection! Called after Draymond Green’s package, the leader led the San Antonio Spurs to victory against the Atlanta Hawks (136-121) last night.
Author of 32 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds, the young talent achieved his 11th triple-double of the season. With a Trae Young limited to 18 points, the Hawks, despite Bogdan Bogdanovic (23 points), struggled to resist the Texan collective.
Because besides Murray, Keldon Johnson (26 points) and Devin Vassell (20 points) were equally strong. A nice success for the Spurs. Note the dreadful match of John Collins : 4 points at 2/8 on shots. More generally, the 5 major of Atlanta was on the street…
Dejounte Murray is amazing, he’s Spurs’ last hope
Joel Embiid celebrates the departure of Simmons
– Joel Embiid couldn’t lose the first game since leaving Ben Simmons. Waiting for reinforcement from James Harden in a few days, the inside continues to carry the Philadelphia Sixers on his shoulders. The result ? A victory without shaking against the Oklahoma City Thunder (100-87).
Despite his shooting difficulties (8/25), the Cameroonian signed a big double-double (25 points, 19 rebounds) with a huge job in the paint. Launched by an Embiid on fire at the start of the game, the Sixers then rolled out with the contributions of Tyrese Maxey (24 points) and Tobias Harris (17 points, 11 rebounds).
In a complicated long-range game for OKC, Darius Bazley still pulled out of the game with a double-double (14 points, 15 rebounds).
James Harden against Ben Simmons, blockbuster trade confirmed!
The great performance of the Celtics
– Without talking too much about them, the Boston Celtics are experiencing a real rise. Against the Denver Nuggets (108-102), the franchise of Massachusetts chained a 7th consecutive success to continue its rise in the standings.
And above all, there are interesting elements in this victory! Because even without a big Jaylen Brown (12 points at 4/17 on shots), and only a good Jayson Tatum (24 points), the Celtics showed great strength.
First of all, Robert Williams III (15 points, 16 rebounds) was valuable. But also Derrick White (15 points), recently arrived from Spurs. And precisely, the key was defensive for Boston with great intensity in money-time.
Thus, even if Nikola Jokic still achieved his triple-double (23 points, 16 rebounds, 11 assists), the Nuggets were well limited.
Time Lord oop ⏰???? pic.twitter.com/THNql5slkq
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 12, 2022
DeMar DeRozan, solid!
– As always since the start of the season, the Chicago Bulls have been able to count on a super DeMar DeRozan to dominate the Minnesota Timberwolves (134-122). With 35 points, the former Toronto Raptors showed the way, being well supported by Nikola Vucevic (26 points) and Javonte Green (23 points).
In a long tight encounter, the Bulls accelerated the money-time to make the difference with a 15-2 inflicted. An interesting success for the Bulls, especially with a small Zach LaVine (12 points).
At the same time, Anthony Edwards (31 points) did his best again. Karl-Anthony Towns (27 points) was not unworthy, but D’Angelo Russelldespite his stats (18 points), was not beyond reproach.
DeRozan hit the tough bucket on Pat Bev and let him know he’s too small ???????? pic.twitter.com/hA4Agxvkrq
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) February 12, 2022
Cavs spoil Tyrese Haliburton’s premiere
– After his trade from the Sacramento Kings, Tyrese Haliburton probably wanted to send a message. His first quarter was impressive. But the Indiana Pacers lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers (113-120).
Despite the Pacers’ big start to the game, the Cavs never gave up. Jarrett Allen (22 points, 14 rebounds) dominated inside, while Caris LeVert (22 points) hurt his former team.
For his part, Haliburton completed a promising first game with 23 points.
So the Kings will never stop being clowns
LaMelo Ball releases the Hornets, the Jazz continue
– An end to the series that feels good! After 6 consecutive defeats, the Charlotte Hornets have returned to winning ways against the Detroit Pistons (141-119). A real demonstration in the wake of a LaMelo Ball (31 points, 12 assists) inspired.
In a very offensive game, the Hornets enjoyed themselves with 25 points for Terry Rozier or Miles Bridges. Opposite, Saddiq Bey (25 points) was a little too lonely… Note the interesting impact of Montrezl Harrell (15 points, 6 rebounds) and the double-double of Killian Hayes (11 points, 12 assists).
– Finally, the Utah Jazz took the best, without forcing too much, on the Orlando Magic (114-99). Despite the absence of Rudy Gobertthe formation of Salt Lake City thus chained a 5th consecutive victory with a good performance ofHasan Whiteside (15 points, 18 rebounds).
Donovan Mitchell (24 points) held its rank, as did Jordan Clarkson (18 points) off the bench. The youngsters of the Magic, despite a good Wendell Carter Jr (22 points, 9 rebounds), struggled to exist.
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