Alperen Sengun led the Rockets over the Pacers on League Pass.
Enjoy the best of Monday’s four-game slate with the NBA.com live blog, featuring all of the meaningful moments, performances, observations, news, notes and highlights.
What we know about Monday’s games:
The Hornets defeated the Pelicans 102-95, running their winning streak to seven games. They last won seven straight — and went to the playoffs — in 2016. LaMelo Ball had 24 points to pace Charlotte.
The Grizzlies beat the Timberwolves 137-128, as Jaren Jackson Jr. (30 pts) led seven Memphis players in double figures.
The 76ers knocked off the Clippers 128-113 on the road, as Dominick Barlow (26 pts, 16 reb, 2 stl) set a new career-high for scoring. Tyrese Maxey (29 pts, 7 3PM) also went off for Philly.
Alperen Sengun had 39 points to lead the Rockets over the Pacers 118-114.
FEBRUARY 3, 2026 // 12:51 ET
Monday’s results
Alperen Sengun (39 pts, 16 reb, 5 ast) is your top performer of the night.
FEBRUARY 3, 2026 // 12:40 ET
76ers defeat Clippers on Peacock
128-113, behind Dominick Barlow, who set a new career high with 26 points, adding 16 rebounds and 2 steals.
Tyrese Maxey (29 pts, 7 3PM) and Joel Embiid (24 pts) also helped lead the way for Philly, which only turned the ball over five times on the way to the victory.
The Clippers actually outshot the Sixers from the field, 59% to 48%, but Philadelphia took 94 shot attempts to LA’s 78.
Kawhi Leonard (29 pts) led the Clippers in scoring, while Jordan Miller (21 pts on 9-of-10 shooting) had a strong night.
FEBRUARY 3, 2026 // 12:00 ET
Clippers diminish advantage, but Sixers lead
100-87 after three periods. It’s been Dominick Barlow’s game so far. He has the third 20+ point game of his career going.
Can the Clippers rally at home in Intuit Dome? Catch the finish on Peacock.
Dominick Barlow (20 PTS) keeps it alive…
And tips it in plus the foul 💪 pic.twitter.com/lqqhMS31R6
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 11:13 ET
76ers up at the half on Peacock
72-53.
Dominick Barlow (15 pts, 8 reb) is flying around, playing with force to help the 76ers. Tyrese Maxey (16 pts, 4 3PM) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (13 pts, 3 3PM) have it going as well.
VJ with the dish, Dom with the finish. 🤝 pic.twitter.com/j7ivc2po6N
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) February 3, 2026
Kawhi Leonard (13 pts) is the top man for the Clippers so far.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 10:54 ET
Grimes off the ground
What a slam from Quentin Grimes — 90.1 on the Dunk Score scale.
76ers lead 58-39 with 5:46 to go in the second quarter.
The handles.
The slam.
The bench reaction.
WOW. https://t.co/WTSHL1WpVb pic.twitter.com/8g7zFLj8ek
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 10:23 ET
76ers out to 18-2 start
The Philadelphia representatives are in motion early as our Peacock doubleheader continues.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 10:15 ET
Grizzlies beat Timberwolves on Peacock
137-128.
Jaren Jackson Jr. (30 pts) led seven Grizzlies in double figures in the FedEx Forum, overcoming Anthony Edwards (39 pts, 7 reb, 3 ast).
A great duel in Grind City tonight!
🐜 ANT: 39 PTS (24 in 2H), 7 REB, 3 3PM
🐻 JJJ: 30 PTS (19 in 2H), 6 REB, 3 3PM
Memphis defeats Minnesota at home! pic.twitter.com/9Y4y9M8u4m
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
“We had to come out there with that fight, that intensity,” said Jackson Jr. “You have to stay tense; can’t get comfortable.”
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 9:40 ET
Rockets defeat Pacers
118-114, as Alperen Sengun (39 pts, 16 reb, 5 ast on 13-of-25 shooting) tied his season high.
Alperen Sengun was A STANDOUT in Houston’s road victory!
🚀 39 PTS (ties season-high)
🚀 16 REB (7 OREB)
🚀 5 AST
Make that 3 wins in a row for the Rockets! pic.twitter.com/fG2N5ADrMu
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
Houston used a 65-38 advantage on the glass to grind out the victory.
Pascal Siakam (27 pts) was the top scorer for the Pacers.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 9:31 ET
A flying Ant
Look at the hang time from the Timberwolves’ two guard.
The drive.
The strength.
The english.
ANTMAN! https://t.co/gs8dSUcyvd pic.twitter.com/Zx7doO3JRO
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 9:18 ET
Grizzlies open up the lead on Peacock
87-74 Memphis on Peacock, with Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jaylen Wells both putting up 18 points for the Grizzlies.
Jaden McDaniels leads all scorers with 22 points, including this sweet jam.
Please direct your attention to Austin Rivers’ reaction! https://t.co/xKxNtBdRyr pic.twitter.com/GXiKn0uYqX
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 9:02 ET
Sengun keeps grinding
The Rockets forward is up to 35 points and 11 rebounds, battering away against the Pacers’ front line.
96-all with 9:12 to go in the fourth.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 8:47 ET
Rockets and Pacers in a close one
79-77 Houston with 3:31 to go in the third quarter, as Alperen Sengun (31 pts, 9 reb) runs his night up.
Amen dish ⏩ Alpi DUNK 🤝 pic.twitter.com/9LNyGQZjuT
— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) February 3, 2026
Alpi HESI then the THROW DOWN 🙌 pic.twitter.com/0TUHz0vnca
— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) February 3, 2026
The Rockets have a 39-29 advantage on the glass, but Indiana’s showing off the state’s trademark shooting touch with 10-of-20 marksmanship from 3-point range to counteract it.
Aaron Nesmith (17 pts) is the top scorer for Indiana. He’s averaging 18.0 ppg in his last four games.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 8:19 ET
Sengun’s a scoring machine
Alperen Sengun (21 pts, 5 reb, 3 ast) has it rocking in the first half against the Pacers, as the Rockets take a 63-56 lead into the break.
Sengun has one 40+ point game in his career — 45 points against the Spurs on March 5, 2024.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 8:16 ET
Memphis on a 9-0 run
Ty Jerome (11 pts) has the Grizzlies roaring in FedEx Forum, as they use a 9-0 run to take a 39-29 lead in the second quarter. Memphis is 7-of-11 from 3-point range so far.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 8:03 ET
Salute to Mike Conley Jr.
The Grizzlies’ all-time leading scorer is back in Memphis tonight, playing with the Timberwolves.
The man’s a Grit n’ Grind legend.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 7:52 ET
Ty Jerome rolling on Peacock
The Virginia product is back for Memphis, scoring 8 points in the last five minutes for the Grizzlies.
Ty Jerome, HOW?
This and-1 off glass was 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/U3AWFkrfja
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
But the Timberwolves are leading 17-13 with 6:29 to go in the second quarter.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 7:24 ET
Pacers up after one
28-24 Indiana at home, as they open a home back-to-back.
Aaron Nesmith (8 pts, 2 3PM) has it flowing early, as the Pacers open 4-of-7 from 3-point range, while Alperen Sengun (11 pts) is dominating down low.
Benn Mathurin breaks out the euro-step 😮
Indiana has a 4-point lead after the 1st quarter!
Tap to watch: https://t.co/O2GRjgtjm9 pic.twitter.com/rahtUeWmz5
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 7:04 ET
Rockets-Pacers tipping on League Pass
We’re live from Gainbridge Fieldhouse as today’s NBA action continues!
Alperen Sengun (21.0 ppg, 9.2 reb, 6.4 ast) and Pascal Siakam (23.0 ppg, 6.9 reb, 4.0 ast) are two of the best power forwards in the Association.
Who was one of the most excited people after Pascal Siakam was named a 2026 NBA All-Star?@Pacers assistant coach Jenny Boucek.
A true must-listen story! pic.twitter.com/8G6HCS4vv5
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
Here, they share a moment of respect before the contest tips off.
Alperen Sengun x Pascal Siakam 🤝
Rockets/Pacers is LIVE on NBA League Pass!
Tap to watch: https://t.co/O2GRjgtjm9 pic.twitter.com/Av9pT67lP0
— NBA (@NBA) February 3, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 5:32 ET
Charlotte runs winning streak to seven games
102-95, winning the second half 53-31 to take control at home in the Spectrum Center.
“We were just fighting a little bit of adversity at the time. That’s why the game is the game,” said Brandon Miller (16 pts, 8 reb). “Great vibes from there.”
Cookies and… SLAM!
Brandon Miller, my goodness 😳🤯
Hornets seeking 7th straight win… tap to watch: https://t.co/wtwgeHdZSe pic.twitter.com/K7xFrZ2OQT
— NBA (@NBA) February 2, 2026
LaMelo Ball (24 pts, 8 reb, 5 ast, 2 stl) led the Hornets, who overcame a mediocre shooting night with a 70-46 advantage on the glass, in scoring.
“We built a ton of resiliency over the last months or so,” said Coach Charles Lee. “We’re going to see if we can figure it out.”
Lee praised the team’s effort to close off the paint to New Orleans, calling out Grant Williams (16 pts, 9 reb) and Ryan Kalkbrenner (10 pts, 7 reb, 3 blk) for their defensive contributions and physicality.
Trey Murphy III (27 pts, 4 ast, 3 3PM) was the top scorer for New Orleans.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 5:28 ET
Zion takes flight
Poetry and force in motion.
Catch the finish of Pelicans-Hornets live on League Pass!
This Zion Williamson dunk was NICE 👀
Drives it with the right.
Rises up.
Slams it with two hands.
Count it.
Plus the foul.
Tap to watch: https://t.co/wtwgeHdZSe pic.twitter.com/vx9pb5meo8
— NBA (@NBA) February 2, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 5:09 ET
Hornets surge into the lead
90-85 Charlotte with 6:42 to go in the fourth quarter after a Kon Knueppel 3-pointer.
The Pelicans haven’t made a field goal in the last 5:50, as Charlotte locks down defensively.
Ryan Kalkbrenner (10 pts, 6 reb) has been a major factor for the Hornets off the bench today. Charlotte has a 32-18 advantage in bench points so far.
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 4:58 ET
Hornets cut deficit, but Pelicans still up
82-78 New Orleans with a period to play in Charlotte.
The Hornets won the third quarter 29-18 to trim the lead, helped by eight points by Brandon Miller — your Eastern Conference Player of the Week — who’s up to 12 on the afternoon.
Trey Murphy III leads New Orleans with 22 points, while Zion Williamson has a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.
gotta have all the angles 🎥 https://t.co/4rJDcMecyr pic.twitter.com/GIva8HlELm
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) February 2, 2026
FEBURARY 2, 2026 // 4:30 ET
Hornets rally with a 10-2 run lead
66-59 Pelicans in the Spectrum Center, after Charlotte came out with fire to start the third quarter.
Brandon Miller just knocked down a 3-pointer. Entering today’s action, he was averaging 24.3 ppg on 52.8/46.5/100 shooting splits during the Hornets’ winning streak.
.@brandmillerr behind the arc 🔥#HiveMentality | 📹 @FDSN_Hornets x @Lowes pic.twitter.com/0wBCSEiecJ
— Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) February 2, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 4:10 ET
Pelicans continue to lead at the half
Derik Queen (15 pts, 5 reb, 2 ast) has it rolling for New Orleans, as the Pelicans lead 64-49 on the road in Charlotte.
LaMelo Ball (18 pts, 4 reb, 3 ast) is doing his best to rally the Queen City representatives, but they’re shooting 36.2% from the field so far.
LAMEL🎯 #HiveMentality @MELOD1P | 📹 @FDSN_Hornets x @Lowes pic.twitter.com/Vpm1eq39C7
— Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) February 2, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 3:30 ET
Pelicans up after one
30-23. LaMelo Ball left briefly after colliding with coach Charles Lee, but he’s back to lead things for the Hornets.
Derik Queen (10 pts, 4 reb, 2 ast) is hot to start.
Derik Queen finds Trey Murphy III for the EMPHATIC alley-oop slam 💥
Tap to watch Pelicans-Hornets: https://t.co/wtwgeHdZSe pic.twitter.com/T2wi7LpRic
— NBA (@NBA) February 2, 2026
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 // 3:00 ET
Queen has vision
Always a threat to make plays, all over the court.
Derik Queen (12.3 ppg, 7.4 reb, 4.3 ast) is keying the Pelicans as they take on the red-hot Hornets, who have won six straight.
Derik Queen is the rookie leader in APG!
Check out some of his best dimes so far this season 🔥
He leads the Pelicans against the Hornets (seeking 7 straight wins) on NBA League Pass at 3pm/et! pic.twitter.com/4eW5OfbGKU
— NBA (@NBA) February 2, 2026
FEBURARY 2, 2026 // 2:45 ET
Welcome to a four-game day in the NBA!
Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans are in Charlotte to take on the Hornets this Monday afternoon.
We’ve got an afternoon contest in Charlotte to open today’s action!
Here’s the complete schedule: