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Monday, November 24, 2025

Towns Dominates Nets with 37 Points, 12 Rebounds in Knicks' Win

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Karl-Anthony Towns led the New York Knicks to a 113-100 victory over the Nets, scoring a game-high 37 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. He shot an efficient 14-of-20 from the field, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc, by aggressively attacking the rim. Towns, who stated, "Keep shooting, keep trusting the work," is currently averaging 21.7 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 3.4 assists, though his 31.4% three-point shooting is a career-low. Coach Mike Brown noted his increasing comfort and versatility in the offense.

Tyler Herro Returns from Ankle Surgery with 24 Points in Heat Win

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Tyler Herro made a triumphant season debut for the Miami Heat after recovering from ankle surgery in September, leading the team with 24 points and seven rebounds in their 106-102 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Herro shot 12-of-18 from the field, including a clutch floater late in the fourth quarter. He expressed, "It felt amazing," as the Heat extended their win streak to five games. Herro averaged a career-high 23.9 points last season, earning his first All-Star selection.

Cade Cunningham Leads Pistons to 13th Straight Win, Ties Franchise Record

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Guard Cade Cunningham led the surging Detroit Pistons to their 13th straight victory on Monday night, defeating the Indiana Pacers 122-117. This win tied a franchise record for consecutive victories, a significant turnaround for a team that set an NBA record for consecutive losses with 28 back in 2023.

Siakam Posts 24 Points, Full Stat Line Despite 3-Point Drought

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Pascal Siakam recorded 24 points (7-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 10-14 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and two steals in 35 minutes during the Indiana Pacers' 122-117 loss to the Pistons on Monday. This marked only his third game this season without a made three-pointer, though he contributed across all other statistical categories. Siakam is averaging 24.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.9 triples, and 1.2 steals per game this year.

McConnell Returns to Form with Season-High 22 Minutes, 16 Points

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T.J. McConnell recorded 16 points (8-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, five assists, and three steals over a season-high 22 minutes during the Indiana Pacers' 122-117 loss to Detroit on Monday. He acknowledged that recovering from his hamstring injury was challenging but feels he is now rounding into form. McConnell looked fantastic on the court and could become a significant fantasy contributor if he consistently earns minutes in the mid-20s, given his upside in assists and steals.

Duren Grabs 12 Boards in Win Amidst Scoring Slump, Turnover Woes

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Jalen Duren contributed 17 points (6-10 FG, 5-8 FT), 12 rebounds, and two assists in 30 minutes during the Detroit Pistons' 122-117 victory over the Pacers on Monday. Despite an outstanding performance on the glass, this marks his second consecutive game with under 20 points and no defensive statistics. Duren has also committed six turnovers and shot 10-for-16 from the free-throw line over his last two outings. He aims to break out of this mini slump Wednesday in Boston.

Murray Explodes for Season-High 6 Threes, 29 Points in Nuggets Win

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Jamal Murray paced the Nuggets in scoring during Monday's 125-115 win over the Grizzlies, logging 29 points (11-21 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, and eight assists in 37 minutes. He caught fire from beyond the arc, setting a season high with six made triples. Murray has been locked in from deep over his last five games, hitting at a 46.3 percent clip, a significant improvement from his 34.2 percent in his first 11 appearances of the 2025-26 campaign.

Landale Ties Career High with 26 Points, Double-Double in Loss

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Jock Landale delivered a strong performance in Monday's 125-115 loss to the Nuggets, logging 26 points (10-18 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, and two assists in a season-high 31 minutes. He tied his career-high in points and secured his first double-double since February 9th. Landale's increased playing time was due to Zach Edey's head injury, which forced Edey out after six minutes. Landale could potentially step into a starting role for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans if Edey remains sidelined.

Zach Edey Exits Monday's Game with Head Injury, Doesn't Return

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Zach Edey sustained a head injury during Monday's 125-115 loss to the Nuggets and did not return to the game. He checked out in the first quarter and was subsequently labeled doubtful. Edey finished with two points (1-1 FG) and one rebound across six minutes. His status for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans is uncertain; if he is unable to play, Santi Aldama and Jock Landale are expected to see increased roles.

Clowney Sets Career Highs with 31 Points, 7 Threes in Loss

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Noah Clowney erupted for 31 points (9-17 FG, 7-13 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, and three assists over a season-high 39 minutes during Monday's 113-100 loss to the Knicks. He notched new career-highs in both points and made triples, sinking seven from beyond the arc. Clowney has been performing exceptionally well over his last seven games, averaging 18.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 3.1 triples, 1.1 steals, and 1.3 blocks per contest.

Barnes Delivers Double-Double with 18 Points, 11 Boards

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Scottie Barnes recorded 18 points (8-13 FG, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, six assists, and one steal in 38 minutes during the Raptors' 110-99 win over the Cavaliers on Monday. This marks his eighth game in the last nine with at least 15 points. Over this nine-game stretch, Barnes has averaged 18.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 5.1 assists, 1.8 blocks, and 1.4 steals across 33.3 minutes, shooting 54.0% from the field. His three-point shooting, however, has been 28.6% on 2.3 attempts per game during this period.

Will Richard Moves to Bench for Utah Matchup

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Will Richard will come off the bench for Monday's matchup against Utah, as reported by Anthony Slater of ESPN.com. This season, when playing with the second unit, Richard has averaged 7.8 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.0 three-pointer, and 1.1 steals per game. He is expected to move in and out of the starting lineup throughout the year based on the matchup, but his upside is limited in a reserve role.

Ingram Explodes for Season-High 37 Points Against Cavaliers

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Brandon Ingram delivered a season-high 37 points (15-30 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 2-5 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, and one steal in 36 minutes during the Raptors' 110-99 victory over the Cavaliers on Monday. He tied a season best with five three-pointers, with 15 points coming in the third quarter. Ingram took on a greater offensive role due to RJ Barrett's (knee) absence and is expected to maintain this increased usage while Barrett remains sidelined. Prior to this game, Ingram was averaging 20.7 points per game.

Adams Available, Set to Play Off Bench Despite Ankle Issue

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Steven Adams (ankle) is available and will come off the bench for Monday's matchup against the Suns, as reported by Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic. Adams is expected to play through his ankle issue and log his usual minutes for the Houston Rockets. This season, he is averaging 6.0 points and 9.4 rebounds per game. His presence will make it challenging for Clint Capela to enter the rotation.

Lakers Sign Ex-Zags Star Drew Timme to Two-Way Deal

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The Los Angeles Lakers are signing center Drew Timme to a two-way NBA deal. Timme, an ex-Zags star, will join the Lakers from their South Bay team.

Ayton Out Tuesday vs. Clippers with Bruised Right Knee

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Deandre Ayton (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Clippers. Ayton sustained a bruised right knee during Sunday's game, forcing him out. The Los Angeles Lakers center will miss Tuesday's contest but is expected to have four full days to rest, as the team is off until Friday after the game.

Wizards Rookie Tre Johnson Sidelined Weeks with Hip Flexor Injury

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Washington Wizards rookie guard Tre Johnson will miss multiple weeks due to a left hip flexor strain sustained against the Raptors on Nov. 21. This is a recurrence of an injury from his time at Texas, which he had been playing through. Johnson, a bright spot for the Wizards, averages 11.5 points and shoots 39.5% from three-point range. His minutes had already decreased in recent games. Cam Whitmore and Corey Kispert are expected to see increased playing time in his absence.

Bobby Portis to Bench as Bucks Start Jericho Sims vs. Blazers

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Bobby Portis will come off the bench Monday against the Trail Blazers. Head coach Doc Rivers is giving Jericho Sims the start, a matchup-based decision. Portis had started the past two games but will now assume a reserve role. Despite the change, he is expected to play minutes in the mid-20s, making him a viable target in daily fantasy leagues.

Nic Claxton (Quadriceps) Confirmed to Start for Nets Monday

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Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (quadriceps) is confirmed to be in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Knicks. He was previously listed as probable, and the team has now confirmed his availability. Over his last five appearances, Claxton has averaged 13.0 points, 9.2 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 2.0 blocks.

Josh Hart Joins Knicks Starting Lineup for Monday's Game

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New York Knicks forward Josh Hart will start Monday's game against the Nets. He enters the starting lineup alongside Miles McBride due to the absences of Mitchell Robinson (illness), Landry Shamet (shoulder), and OG Anunoby (hamstring). The 30-year-old has been in strong form, scoring in double figures in five straight games, averaging 12.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists in 29.0 minutes per contest during that span.