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The Denver Nuggets have faced significant injury challenges this season, with multiple starters unavailable. Prior to Nikola Jokic suffering a knee injury against the Miami Heat, the team shared encouraging news regarding the recovery progress of Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon. Before Denver’s matchup with Miami, head coach David Adelman addressed reporters and suggested that both Braun and Gordon could return near the end of the Nuggets’ current seven-game road trip. Accor

The Denver Nuggets withstood a late fourth quarter surge to secure a 106 to 103 road victory over the Toronto Raptors on December 31, 2025, closing out a tightly contested game defined by shot making, late execution, and momentum swings at Scotiabank Arena. Denver controlled the opening quarter, building a 32 to 23 advantage behind early interior scoring and perimeter efficiency. Jonas Valanciunas established a physical presence inside, while Jamal Murray managed tempo and sp

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo made it clear that major changes could be coming if the team’s poor performance continues. Following a 112–103 win over the Chicago Bulls on December 28, Antetokounmpo addressed the pressure facing the organization as the NBA trade deadline approaches in early February. Despite the victory, the Bucks remain near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings with a 13–19 record, placing them 11t h overall. Antetokounmpo, who rec

Stephen Curry continues to be one of the NBA’s most popular stars, as the Golden State Warriors guard ranked third in the Western Conference in the first round of 2026 NBA All-Star fan voting. Curry received 1,0 31,455 votes, trailing only Luka Dončić of the Los Angeles Lakers and Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets. At 37 years old, Curry is aiming for his 12th All-Star appearance. Through 24 games this season, he is averaging 28.8 points per contest and recently scored 27

Bronny James has remained one of the most recognizable young players in professional basketball, despite limited time on the court. As the son of NBA legend LeBron James, his entry into the league came with intense attention, creating both opportunities and heightened expectations. While James may have still reached the NBA on his own merit, it is unlikely he would have received a guaranteed contract as a late second-round draft pick without his family name. During his second

MIAMI — The Miami Heat surged in the second half to defeat the Denver Nuggets 147–123 on Monday night after Denver star Nikola Jokic exited the game late in the first half with a knee injury. The teams entered halftime tied at 63, but Jokic was injured with just seconds remaining before the break and did not return for the second half. Miami took advantage, erupting for 47 points in the third quarter to seize control of the game. Norman Powell led the Heat with 25 points, whi

TORONTO — Jamal Shead led the Toronto Raptors with 19 points as they erased a 21-point second-quarter deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic 107–106 on Monday night. Brandon Ingram finished with 17 points, while Gradey Dick added 15. Scottie Barnes contributed a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds, helping Toronto complete its second straight comeback victory after an overtime win against Golden State the night before. Orlando controlled much of the game early, building

CHICAGO — Naz Reid delivered a season-best performance with 33 points off the bench as the Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Chicago Bulls 136–101 on Monday night. Minnesota took control after Chicago lost its two leading scorers, Coby White and Josh Giddey, to injuries early in the game. Anthony Edwards contributed 23 points, while Julius Randle added 17. Donte DiVincenzo and Bones Hyland chipped in 12 points each as the Timberwolves finished shooting 53.7 percent from th

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a dominant performance Monday night, scoring 39 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 140–129 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. A strong third-quarter surge helped Oklahoma City pull away and extend Atlanta’s losing streak to seven games. Chet Holmgren contributed 24 points, nine rebounds, and three blocks, while Jalen Williams added 20 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists. The Thunder, now 28–5, continue to lead the NBA standings..

San Antonio, Dec. 29, 2025  — Jarrett Allen recorded 27 points and 10 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the San Antonio Spurs 113-101 on Monday night, holding off Victor Wembanyama’s strong performance. Cleveland featured balanced scoring, with seven players reaching double figures. Evan Mobley contributed 16 points, while Darius Garland added 15 points and 11 assists. For the Spurs, Wembanyama posted 26 points and 14 rebounds, marking his tenth double-double of th

PORTLAND, Ore. — Deni Avdija came close to recording a triple-double with 27 points, 11 assists, and nine rebounds, while Shaedon Sharpe contributed 24 points, as the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Dallas Mavericks 125-122 on Monday night. Bench player Caleb Love also scored 24 points for Portland, making six 3-pointers and sinking the go-ahead free throws with less than a minute remaining. Klay Thompson’s potential game-tying 3-point attempt at the buzzer fell short, al

The 2025 NBA All-Star Game, held at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California, has concluded, with Stephen Curry earning MVP honors after leading Shaq’s OGs to victory over Chuck’s Global Stars in the league’s new tournament-style format. Attention now turns to future host cities for the annual midseason showcase. In addition to the main All-Star Game, festivities feature the Rising Stars Challenge, Skills Challenge, 3-Point Contest, and Slam Dunk Contest. While the NBA h

Yahoo Scottie Barnes delivered a breaking update performance Sunday night, matching a Toronto Raptors franchise record and lifting the team to a statement overtime win against the Golden State Warriors. Barnes finished with 23 points, a career high 25 rebounds, and 10 assists to record the seventh triple double of his career as Toronto defeated Golden State 141 to 127 in overtime at Scotiabank Arena. The performance tied Bismack Biyombo 2016 mark for the most rebounds in a si

John E. Sokolowski/ Imagn Images The Orlando Magic rallying in the fourth quarter to secure a narrow win over the Toronto Raptors after a tightly contested game that featured multiple momentum swings and strong defensive stretches. Toronto controlled much of the first half with balanced scoring and consistent pressure inside, taking a 65 to 54 lead into halftime behind efficient finishes from Gradey Dick and steady play from Scottie Barnes. The Raptors moved the ball well and

The Toronto Raptors erased a 21-point second-quarter deficit to secure a dramatic 107–106 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night in Toronto. Jamal Shead led the comeback with 19 points, while Brandon Ingram contributed 17 as Toronto completed its second straight rally win. Gradey Dick finished with 15 points, and Scottie Barnes recorded a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds. The Raptors were coming off an overtime win against Golden State the previous night.

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić was forced to leave Monday night’s game against the Miami Heat after injuring his left knee in the closing moments of the first half. Initially labeled as questionable to return, Jokić was later ruled out for the remainder of the game. Nuggets coach David Adelman confirmed after the game that Jokić is scheduled to undergo full medical testing the following day. The injury occurred when Jokić made accidental contact with teammate Spencer Jones,

The Phoenix Suns continued their strong stretch of play with a 115–101 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night in the nation’s capital. Dillon Brooks led all scorers with 26 points, while Collin Gillespie contributed 25 to help Phoenix secure its fourth consecutive win. Devin Booker added 22 points as the Suns improved to 19–13 on the season, marking the first time they have reached six games over .500. Phoenix has now won five of its last six contests and the fir

Norman Powell scored 25 points to lead the Miami Heat to a 126–111 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, extending Atlanta’s losing streak to five games. The win helped Miami recover from a recent slump and move back above the .500 mark for the season. Pelle Larsson contributed a career-high 21 points for the Heat, while Kel’el Ware recorded a double-double with 16 points and 13 rebounds in place of Bam Adebayo, who missed the game due to a back injury. Andrew Wiggi

Jalen Brunson delivered a standout performance on Christmas Day, scoring 34 points to lead the New York Knicks to a dramatic 126–124 comeback victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden. The win marked the Knicks’ third consecutive Christmas Day victory and highlighted the impact of New York’s bench in the closing minutes. Down by as many as 17 points early in the fourth quarter, the Knicks turned to their reserves for energy and execution. Jordan Clarkson s

KIRBY LEE -IMAGN IMAGES The New York Knicks secured the NBA In Season Cup with a 124-113 comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night in Las Vegas, a breaking update that adds early season substance to their broader championship outlook. There was no champagne celebration inside the locker room, but there was a clear sense of purpose. The Knicks framed the win less as a trophy moment and more as a test passed under pressure. Head coach Mike Brown pointed to th