Basketball

NBA roundup: Pistons overcome Zach LaVine's 51 points to beat Bulls 118-102

DETROIT (AP) — Jalen Duren had 23 points and 15 rebounds as the Detroit Pistons overcame a career-high 51 points from Zach LaVine to beat the Chicago Bulls 118-102 on Saturday night.

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Naz Reid leads Timberwolves in 106-90 takedown of short-handed Heat in home opener

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Naz Reid relished the roar from the Minnesota crowd roar during introductions and the fast chant of his name late in the game, further affirmation he's in the right place even though he comes off the bench.

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76ers top Raptors 114-107 in Nick Nurse's first trip back to Toronto

TORONTO — There was no added motivation for Scottie Barnes to show up his former head coach on home court. However, the Toronto Raptors fell short a second straight night in trying to get a win.

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Aaron Nesmith has 26 points for the Pacers in a 125-113 win over the Donovan Mitchell-less Cavaliers

CLEVELAND (AP) — Aaron Nesmith scored a career-high 26 points and Tyrese Haliburton had 21 points, 13 assists and eight rebounds, sending the Indiana Pacers to a 125-113 victory over the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night.

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Ingram scores 26, Williamson adds 24 as Pelicans top Knicks 96-87

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Brandon Ingram poured in an array of mid-range pullups, turnarounds and fades. Zion Williamson kept finding ways to power toward the rim and finish with touch.

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Embiid and Maxey each score 34, 76ers beat Raptors 114-107 to give Nurse first win

TORONTO (AP) — Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey each scored 34 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Toronto Raptors 114-107 on Saturday night to give new coach Nick Nurse his first win against his former team. Kelly Oubre Jr.

Oct 28, 2023 8:55 PM Read more >

LaVine's 51 points not enough for Bulls in 118-102 loss to Pistons

DETROIT (AP) — Jalen Duren had 23 points and 15 rebounds as the Detroit Pistons overcame a career-high 51 points from Zach LaVine to beat the Chicago Bulls 118-102 on Saturday night.

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Wizards bounce back defensively, top winless Grizzlies 113-106 for victory in home opener

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Wizards were already facing a bit of a gut check after allowing 143 points in their season opener. Coach Wes Unseld Jr. liked his team's response. “There was a little bit more care factor,” Unseld said.

Oct 28, 2023 8:36 PM Read more >

Heat rest Jimmy Butler against Timberwolves; Kevin Love also sits with shoulder injury

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler was held out of the game on Saturday at Minnesota to rest. Butler had 14 points on 3-for-11 shooting in Miami's loss at Boston on Friday.

Oct 28, 2023 5:49 PM Read more >

Celtics honor Maine mass shooting victims with moment of silence, special jersey patch

BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics acknowledged the victims of this week’s mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, before their home opener. Boston players wore the warmups of their NBA G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics.

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