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Josh Giddey recorded a massive triple-double with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 17 assists in 43 minutes during Tuesday's 130-124 overtime win over the Warriors. The 23-year-old point guard, who recently returned from a right ankle sprain, has been a key contributor for Chicago, averaging 14.4 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 8.6 assists over his last five games. This performance marked his 10th double-double of the 2025-26 campaign.
Matas Buzelis scored a career-high 41 points and hit a decisive 3-pointer in overtime to lead the Bulls to a 130-124 victory over the Warriors. The second-year forward, who was available after managing an ankle sprain, has been a focal point of the offense due to rotation injuries, averaging 24.0 points over his last six games. Buzelis added six rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in 45 minutes of action during the win.
Pat Spencer recorded 17 points and six assists in the Golden State Warriors' 130-124 overtime loss to the Chicago Bulls. Despite the effort, the Warriors fell to their third consecutive loss and fifth in their last six games as they continue to navigate a roster missing several key players due to injury.
Tre Jones scored 22 points to help the Chicago Bulls secure a 130-124 overtime victory against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Jones was a key part of the offensive effort alongside Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey as the Bulls bounced back from a previous loss to Sacramento.
Jalen Smith, 30, has pleaded guilty to bribery, wire fraud, and firearms charges related to a college basketball point-shaving scheme. Prosecutors identified Smith as a "fixer" who managed players across 17 Division I teams to influence betting spreads between 2022 and 2025. He faces up to 20 years for fraud and five years for bribery. On the court, Smith contributed two free throws with 1.4 seconds left in regulation to force overtime in the Bulls' win over the Warriors.
Taurean Prince returned to the floor for the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday, playing 18 minutes in a 129-114 loss to Phoenix. Prince underwent surgery in November to repair a herniated disc and is the first player known to return from this specific procedure in the same season. While he went scoreless in his return, coach Doc Rivers and teammates praised his professional approach and dedication throughout his rigorous rehabilitation process.
Devin Carter scored a career-best 24 points (9-13 FG, 3-4 3Pt) to power the Sacramento Kings to a 114-109 comeback win over the Indiana Pacers. Carter scored 22 of his points in the fourth quarter, including 13 straight down the stretch. Despite the career night, he appeared to be walking with a limp after the victory, making his status for the second half of a back-to-back against Charlotte worth monitoring.
Victor Wembanyama recorded 39 points, 11 rebounds, and two blocks in Tuesday's 125-116 win over Boston. He shot 11-of-20 from the field, including a career-high-tying 8-of-15 from three-point range. Despite an early face injury scare, he returned to lead the Spurs to their fifth straight win. Wembanyama has been an elite defensive presence, averaging 4.5 blocks per game over his last 10 appearances, and remains a central force in San Antonio's successful season.
Myles Turner accumulated 22 points (7-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, and one steal in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 129-114 loss to the Suns. This performance was a significant step forward after a five-game slump where he failed to score in double figures. Turner has been struggling recently to provide consistent interior presence for the Bucks, but his shooting against Phoenix provided a needed spark.
Royce O'Neale scored 21 points (7-11 FG, 7-11 3Pt) and hit a tiebreaking 50-foot buzzer-beater to end the third quarter in the Phoenix Suns' 129-114 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. O'Neale added five rebounds, four assists, and two steals in 32 minutes. His seven made triples set a new season high, providing an unexpected scoring burst for a Phoenix team that has now won five of its last six games.
Kyle Kuzma recorded a season-high 33 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 129-114 loss to the Suns. Kuzma led the Bucks in scoring, drilled six triples for the first time this season, and surpassed 10,000 career points during the contest. He is currently averaging 18.5 points over his last six games as he continues to pace the Milwaukee offense.
Derrick White led the Boston Celtics with 34 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds in Tuesday's 125-116 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Despite White's offensive effort and 19 points in the third quarter, the Celtics were unable to overcome the Spurs in a physical matchup that saw teammate Jaylen Brown ejected. The loss snapped a two-game winning streak for Boston.
Stephon Castle scored 18 points and hit a crucial three-pointer with 1:25 remaining to help the San Antonio Spurs secure a 125-116 win over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday. Castle's late-game shot helped maintain the Spurs' lead after Boston had cut the deficit to five points. The win extended the Spurs' winning streak to five games.
De'Aaron Fox scored 25 points to help the San Antonio Spurs secure a 125-116 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night. The win marked the Spurs' fifth consecutive victory and completed a season sweep of the Celtics. Fox played a key role in the physical, high-stakes matchup between the two conference No. 2 seeds.
Devin Vassell scored 14 points, including a clutch jumper and a transition layup during a decisive 12-0 fourth-quarter run that secured San Antonio's 125-116 win over the Boston Celtics. Vassell's late-game heroics helped the Spurs maintain their position as the second seed in the Western Conference. He finished the game with 14 points, contributing to a balanced team effort alongside Victor Wembanyama.
Kelly Oubre tallied 31 points and 12 rebounds in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 139-129 victory over the Grizzlies. It marked his fourth double-double of the season and a season-high performance in both categories. With Tyrese Maxey sidelined for at least three weeks due to a finger injury, Oubre is expected to take on a significantly larger offensive role for the 76ers as the team navigates a difficult stretch.
Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown was ejected in the second quarter of Tuesday's 125-116 loss to the Spurs after receiving back-to-back technical fouls for arguing a no-call. Brown, who finished with eight points and seven assists in 15 minutes, expressed his frustration on social media post-game. Coach Joe Mazzulla defended Brown's reaction, noting his frustration was justified. This marks only the second career ejection for Brown, who is averaging 28.7 points per game this season.
Jayson Tatum has returned to the Celtics lineup after a 298-day absence following a non-contact Achilles tendon rupture. In his first two games back, he recorded a double-double and a 20-point performance. Most recently, he added 24 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 steals in a 125-116 loss to the Spurs. Boston is currently integrating Tatum back into the rotation as they prepare for the postseason.
Amen Thompson scored 23 points in the Houston Rockets' 113-99 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. Thompson converted 6-of-10 field goal attempts and made 10 free throws. This performance marked the fifth time in his last six games that he has eclipsed the 20-point mark, contributing to the Rockets' recent success as they pull into a tie for third place in the Western Conference standings.
Kevin Durant scored 29 points on 12-of-16 shooting and added seven rebounds in the Houston Rockets' 113-99 win over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. Durant scored 22 of his points in the first half. Additionally, Durant is launching a new NIL program at the University of Texas in partnership with Nike, granting Longhorns athletes early access to his player exclusives and apparel through his media network, Boardroom.
