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Paul Reed was flawless in Sunday's 133-121 win over the Indiana Pacers, shooting a perfect 11-of-11 from the field and 4-of-4 from the free-throw line. Reed finished with 26 points, six rebounds, three assists, three steals, and three blocks in just 21 minutes of action. His efficiency was a major catalyst for the Pistons, who shot nearly 70% from the floor during the first half of the contest.
Knueppel concluded his record-setting rookie season with a strong performance, hitting three 3-pointers in the Hornets' 110-96 win over the New York Knicks on Sunday. The 19-year-old is currently locked in a tight race for the Rookie of the Year award against Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg. Knueppel's consistent perimeter shooting has been a highlight of his debut campaign for Charlotte.
Victor Wembanyama missed the San Antonio Spurs' season finale against the Denver Nuggets due to a rib injury. The team opted to hold the rookie standout out for the final game of the regular season after he successfully reached award eligibility in his previous appearance. Wembanyama is now set to prepare for the postseason, where the Spurs await the winner of the Phoenix-Portland play-in game.
LaMelo Ball scored 19 points (7-19 FG, 5-16 3Pt) with seven rebounds, six assists, two steals, and one block in 29 minutes during Sunday's 110-96 win over the Knicks. The victory clinched the No. 9 seed in the Eastern Conference for the Charlotte Hornets, who will now host the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament.
Tyrese Proctor posted 22 points (9-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt), 11 rebounds, eight assists, and one steal across 35 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 130-117 win over the Wizards. Proctor's strong performance helped the Cavaliers finish their regular season on a high note.
Scottie Barnes delivered a stellar performance in Sunday's 136-101 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, recording 18 points (8-11 FG, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, 12 assists, three blocks, and one steal in 32 minutes. Projections had anticipated a big night for Barnes against the struggling Nets, and he capitalized on the matchup to bolster his season statistics significantly.
Reed Sheppard was inserted into the starting lineup for the Houston Rockets' regular-season finale against the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday.
Max Strus made his return to the court in Sunday's 130-117 win over the Washington Wizards. Having missed the first 67 games of the season due to a broken left foot, Strus played 18 minutes in the first half, contributing 10 points and five rebounds.
Rookie Jaylon Tyson recorded 22 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists in Sunday's 130-117 win over the Washington Wizards. With the Cavaliers already locked into the fourth seed, Tyson saw increased opportunity as the team rested most of their key players for the regular-season finale.
Tobias Harris scored 24 points in limited minutes during Sunday's 133-121 victory over the Indiana Pacers. Harris was highly efficient, shooting 9-of-12 from the field and 4-of-4 from three-point range, helping the top-seeded Detroit Pistons secure their 60th win of the season.
Lucas Williamson transitioned to a reserve role for the Memphis Grizzlies' regular-season finale against the Houston Rockets on Sunday.
Joel Embiid was sidelined for Sunday's 126-106 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The 76ers star was unavailable after being stricken with appendicitis last week.
Tyrese Maxey scored 21 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 126-106 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. The win serves as a tune-up for the 76ers as they prepare for the upcoming NBA play-in tournament.
Coby White scored 19 points in Sunday's 110-96 victory over the New York Knicks. The win helped the Charlotte Hornets clinch the No. 9 seed and a home game in the Eastern Conference play-in tournament against the Miami Heat.
Brandon Miller scored 19 points in Sunday's 110-96 victory over the New York Knicks. The win secured the No. 9 seed in the Eastern Conference for the Charlotte Hornets, who will host the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 26 points off the bench in Sunday's 143-117 win over the Atlanta Hawks, bolstering his sixth-man award candidacy. The Heat will now look to win two road play-in games to secure a playoff berth.
Norman Powell was cleared to play in Sunday's matchup against the Atlanta Hawks after managing a groin injury. He provided a significant boost to the Miami Heat's rotation, scoring 25 points in the 143-117 victory. His return comes at a critical time as the Heat prepare for the upcoming play-in tournament.
Rasheer Fleming earned his first career start for the Phoenix Suns in Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Oso Ighodaro was named to the starting lineup for the Phoenix Suns' game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday.
Jordan Poole transitioned to a reserve role for the New Orleans Pelicans' game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday.
