Lakers-Bucks, Nuggets-Timberwolves: Live Updates, Top Highlights, and Moments from a 5-Game NBA Night
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OKC Thunder (12-1): OKC, the top team in the NBA last season, is on fire again this year. They're 12-1 and gearing up for a friendly match against the Charlotte Hornets. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is on fire, averaging 32.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.4 assists, and 1.7 steals, following up his MVP campaign.
Memphis Grizzlies (84-76 after Q3): The Grizzlies are leading the Cavs 84-76 at the end of the third quarter. Jaren Jackson Jr. is leading the way with 19 points, three rebounds, and three assists. Santi Aldama is also contributing with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Donovan Mitchell is the top scorer for Cleveland with 16 points, while Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley each have 14 points.
Indiana Pacers (1-11): The Pacers, who reached the NBA Finals last season, are struggling this year with a 1-11 record. They're missing key players like Tyrese Haliburton, Bennedict Mathurin, Aaron Nesmith, and Obi Toppin. The Raptors, on the other hand, are on a roll, winning five of their last six games.
Top Storylines:
- Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: The Nuggets and Timberwolves are set to battle it out, with Denver holding a 9-2 record and Minnesota at 7-4. Nikola Jokić is having a historic start for the Nuggets, averaging 28.8 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 10.9 assists. However, Jokić is questionable for the game.
- Lakers vs. Bucks: The Lakers are surprising many by their 9-4 record in the Western Conference. Their backcourt duo of Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves is one of the best in the NBA. Giannis Antetokounmpo is also averaging impressive numbers for the Bucks.
- Raptors vs. Pacers: The Raptors and Pacers are on opposite ends of the spectrum. After making the NBA Finals last season, Indiana has struggled with injuries and a 1-11 record. Toronto, on the other hand, has been a surprise package, winning six of their last seven games and two of their three games against the Pacers last season.
