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Jaime Jaquez Jr. (Miami Heat) contributed 20 points to help the Heat defeat the short-handed Phoenix Suns 111-102 on Sunday night. His scoring was crucial in securing a victory for Miami on a short turnaround after their previous game.
Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat) led his team with 22 points in their 111-102 victory over the short-handed Phoenix Suns on Sunday night. This performance came on a short turnaround for the Heat, who secured a 3-2 record on their five-game road trip.
Anthony Edwards delivered a strong performance for the Minnesota Timberwolves in Sunday's 111-85 loss to the Warriors, recording 32 points (13-20 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, and one block in 34 minutes. This marked his second double-double of the season and his third 30-point game in the last four contests. Edwards has now scored at least 20 points in 18 consecutive games, averaging 31.4 points, 5.7 boards, 3.6 threes, 3.4 assists, 1.3 steals, and 0.8 blocks during this impressive stretch.
Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors) recorded 10 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, along with a steal and three blocks, in the Raptors' 103-101 win over the Thunder. Despite struggling from the field (3-8 FG) and accumulating foul trouble, his late-game defensive heroics, including a massive block on Chet Holmgren with 13 seconds left, sealed the victory for Toronto, strengthening his case for Defensive Player of the Year.
Immanuel Quickley (Toronto Raptors) delivered an excellent road performance with a 23-point, 11-rebound double-double, shooting 6-for-10 from long range, to lead the Raptors to a 103-101 victory over the Thunder. He scored an early 9 points in 6 minutes and made two crucial 3-pointers late in the game, ultimately converting two free throws with 8.2 seconds left to seal Toronto's fourth straight win.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder) scored 24 points on 8-for-11 shooting against the Raptors, extending his 20-point scoring streak to 117 consecutive games, the second-longest in NBA history. Despite a strong third quarter with 12 points, he managed only three points in the final quarter, struggling against the Raptors' defense, including Walter, as the Thunder lost 103-101. He also added 3 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks.
Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs) recorded 16 points, 16 rebounds, and 4 blocks in the Spurs' 104-95 loss to the Pelicans. Despite the double-double, he struggled offensively with missed free throws and a cold 3-point shot, and defensively he was late on rotations and looked a step too slow at times, contributing to the Spurs being outhustled.
Saddiq Bey (New Orleans Pelicans) contributed a strong double-double with 24 points and 10 rebounds, helping the Pelicans secure a 104-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night. His performance was key in New Orleans overcoming a squandered 20-point lead with a late 17-3 run.
Zion Williamson (New Orleans Pelicans) recorded 24 points and 10 rebounds, leading the Pelicans to a 104-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. He was particularly impactful in the second quarter, scoring 10 points and dishing out three assists, challenging Victor Wembanyama inside and helping New Orleans build a lead they eventually squandered but reclaimed with a strong 17-3 run to close the game.
Moses Moody (Golden State Warriors) delivered a strong performance with 19 points and eight rebounds in the Warriors' 111-85 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. His contribution helped Golden State hand the Timberwolves their fifth straight loss, showcasing his impact off the bench.
Miles McBride (New York Knicks) is proving to be a crucial defensive asset, praised by coach Mike Brown as one of the team's best point-of-attack defenders. He was on the floor late in the Knicks' win over the 76ers, better equipped to guard Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe. McBride is also shooting an impressive 43.7% from three-point range, contributing on both ends of the floor.
Mikal Bridges (New York Knicks) has struggled in his point-of-attack defensive role, allowing opponents to break down the defense. He was not on the floor during crunch time in the Knicks' win over the 76ers, where he shot just 3-for-16 from the field. Coach Mike Brown indicated Bridges has been miscast in this defensive assignment since his acquisition, leading to others taking on key defensive minutes.
Landry Shamet (New York Knicks) is proving to be a crucial defensive asset, praised by coach Mike Brown as one of the team's best point-of-attack defenders. He was on the floor late in the Knicks' win over the 76ers, better equipped to guard Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe, and drew two offensive fouls. Shamet is also shooting an impressive 43.5% from three-point range.
Onyeka Okongwu (Atlanta Hawks) was incidentally involved in the play where Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns) sustained a right ankle sprain. Booker turned his ankle in the third quarter of Friday's game against the Hawks after stepping on Okongwu's foot, leading to Booker's extended absence.
Andrew Wiggins (Miami Heat) is available for Sunday's game against the Suns, despite initially being listed as questionable due to left hamstring tightness. The veteran wing will play through the injury. Since January 1st, Wiggins has averaged 14.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.9 threes, and 1.2 steals over 29.4 minutes. In his last five appearances, he's posted 16.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.2 steals in 29.4 minutes per game.
Mitchell Robinson (New York Knicks) is seeing more alley-oops as teammates respond to his request for more looks when rolling to the basket, rewarding his "dirty work." Coach Mike Brown noted his defender is aggressive, so he needs to get out quick and look for it. Robinson is also back to his best defensively, neutralizing Joel Embiid in the third quarter (holding him scoreless) and grabbing six offensive rebounds in the Knicks' recent win.
Norman Powell, initially listed as questionable due to lower-back tightness, is now available for Sunday's game against the Suns. He will suit up for the second leg of the back-to-back set. The veteran swingman has been active in Miami's last seven games, averaging 20.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 2.3 three-pointers over 30.4 minutes per tilt during that stretch. His availability is a key update for the Heat's lineup.
Jalen Duren (Detroit Pistons) contributed 18 points (7-8 FG, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block, and two steals in just 24 minutes during Sunday's 139-116 victory over Sacramento. His day was cut short in the third quarter due to the Pistons' large lead. This performance extends his impressive streak of games with double-digit points to 14, during which he has averaged 17.5 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.7 blocks in 26.9 minutes per contest.
Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons), despite recent struggles with efficiency and managing a right wrist injury, delivered a strong performance in Sunday's 139-116 win over the Kings. He notched 29 points (13-22 FG, 3-5 3Pt), 5 rebounds, 11 assists, 1 block, and 3 steals in 30 minutes, marking his 23rd double-double this season and first 20+ point game since Jan. 5. He was available for the game after shedding his probable tag. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 16.6 points, 9.8 assists, 3.2 boards, 1.2 steals, 1.0 blocks, and 1.0 threes.
Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Miami after appearing to aggravate a right hamstring injury during Friday's loss to the Hawks. This ongoing injury has severely limited Green, who will miss his 42nd game of the 2025-26 campaign, having played in only four regular-season contests. With Green sidelined, Grayson Allen and Collin Gillespie are considered the top candidates to start in the Suns' frontcourt.
