Desmond Bane scores a team-high 30 points in Orlando’s 119-92 victory over Minnesota Saturday afternoon.
Follow along with tonight’s NBA.com live blog for scores, news, and highlights from across the Association. The action began with a resounding Magic win over the Timberwolves and will conclude with the the Golden State Warriors traveling to OKC to face the Thunder.
Saturday’s Final Scores 📋
11:08 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Shai dagger leads to OKC’s 50th win 5️⃣0️⃣
With less than a minute to play, the Warriors had cut the Thunder lead to two points. SGA calmly drilled a stepback three-pointer over Draymond Green to effectively shut the door on any comeback hopes. The shot came after a rather low-scoring fourth quarter.
SHAI WALKS DOWN DRAYMOND FOR THE DAGGER 🔥 pic.twitter.com/k0UXGsB6ZS
— ESPN (@espn) March 8, 2026
Oklahoma City improves to 50-15 and improve their edge over San Antonio to three games. Isaiah Joe contributed 18 after getting the starting nod while the OKC bench added 33 points. Even without having Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein, or Jalen Williams in the lineup, his team can get it done despite injuries on a nightly basis.
Fourth quarter work 🏹 pic.twitter.com/xXgsNfnNbU
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) March 8, 2026
10:54 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Warriors within 2 🚨
The reigning champs have been in control most of the night, however their lead is in jeopardy in the final moments of the game. OKC leads 99-97 with 1:36 to play.
10:48 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
New Clippers big 3?
Darius Garland looked right at home in his first start as a member of the Clippers. It was the best scoring display through three appearances, as he finished with 21 points. Bennedict Mathurin added 21 of his own while Kawhi Leonard led all scorers with 28.
Darius Garland (21 PTS) knocks down the 3 🎯
It’s his first 20-PT game as a member of the @LAClippers! pic.twitter.com/3Bu0powohH
— NBA (@NBA) March 8, 2026
The Clippers are in play-in territory in the Western Conference. If Mathurin, Garland and the Klaw can combine for 70 points with some frequency, that’d bode very well for there postseason chances.
10:30 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Bucks handle Jazz at home 🏠
Utah had no answer for Giannis as they fell to Utah 113-99. The Greek Freak had 27 points on 14 shots to go with nine boards and eight assists. Whether scoring or creating, Giannis was a machine tonight.
It’s a Giannis dunk fest. pic.twitter.com/6MtW3sdYGr
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) March 8, 2026
sometimes it’s more about the destination than the journey 😏 pic.twitter.com/iee8ydDzxL
— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) March 8, 2026
10:05 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Anybody’s game in Memphis
These two Western Conference foes are dueling. Memphis leads by one point entering the final quarter thanks in part to this major putback slam by G.G. Jackson.
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝟭𝟮 𝗼𝘁𝘄 🐻
END Q3 | MEM 90, LAC 89 pic.twitter.com/hHNj3zLglL
— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) March 8, 2026
9:58 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Golden State trailing in OKC
The Thunder are in control as the second half begins. It’s been a three-point affair so far as the teams have made 17 combined, but the Thunder depth has been the difference.
Halftime pic.twitter.com/1SiGE8Zi7I
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) March 8, 2026
9:51 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Nice move, Rook 👀
GOT EEEEM!!!!! 🤩🔥 pic.twitter.com/AG4de0nHZD
— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) March 8, 2026
9:31 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Oklahoma City is getting it done by committee so far against the Warriors. Isaiah Joe and Kenrich Williams have combined for 23 points with four minutes remaining in the first half.
All that open space for Zai 😌 pic.twitter.com/sQWf6CkKE5
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) March 8, 2026
9:27 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Jazz-Bucks 2H starts now ▶️
Giannis Antetokounmpo is working on a triple-double as Utah has work to do in the second half to try and get the road win. Milwaukee leads 51-44 as play gets back under way.
Giannis on triple-double watch in 13 first-half minutes.
💪 11 PTS
💪 6 AST
💪 5 REB
💪 2 STL pic.twitter.com/bnouq4AV5s
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) March 8, 2026
9:15 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Clips climb out of early hole
Kawhi Leonard has 20 points, including 15 in the second quarter as his team is within one at the break. Los Angeles erased a 19-point deficit and will hope to carry that momentum in the the next frame.
Kawhi vs. everyone = 2️⃣!! pic.twitter.com/KfsK6kCDWn
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) March 8, 2026
Tough defense, tough Kawhi dunk‼️ pic.twitter.com/jg4zBjwsnZ
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) March 8, 2026
9:06 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Shai didn’t wait long to get deep into his bag against the Warriors tonight. His team enters the game with the NBA’s best record at 49-15 on the season. Each game counts down the stretch as the San Antonio Spurs are only 2.5 games behind them in the West.
Getting right 2️⃣ it pic.twitter.com/sxeIqiRxXi
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) March 8, 2026
8:52 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Grizzlies hot start ♨️
Memphis came out feeling it against the Clippers and took a big lead into the first quarter break.
𝗪𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 😤
END Q1 | MEM 41, LAC 23 pic.twitter.com/HVvHggDxRG
— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) March 8, 2026
8:50 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Nets erase 23-point lead, upset Pistons 😳
Brooklyn entered the fourth quarter down by 11, but never gave up despite being on the road against the top team in the Eastern Conference. The Nets closed the game on an 18-6 scoring run to complete the improbable win, snapping a 10-game losing streak in the process.
NETS COMPLETE THE 23-POINT COMEBACK! pic.twitter.com/nbhhJDeYjR
— NBA (@NBA) March 8, 2026
Final pic.twitter.com/46JLwz0qii
— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 8, 2026
8:38 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
JJ’s highlight dunks fuel Hawks 6th straight win 💥
Jalen Johnson was exceptional from the very beginning tonight. He opened the game with an one-handed putback dunk that set the tone for his performance ahead. He finished the night with 35 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists as his team outscored Philadelphia by 16 in the second half to win the game.
final. @cryptocom pic.twitter.com/gdHHfBQK2Y
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 8, 2026
Check out Johnson’s top plays down the stretch.
Jalen is TAKING OVER in the 4th 💥 pic.twitter.com/Yq3bMvDKC1
— Atlanta HaWWWWWWks (@ATLHawks) March 8, 2026
JALEN JOHNSON Y’ALL pic.twitter.com/UbOitpTQPm
— Atlanta HaWWWWWWks (@ATLHawks) March 8, 2026
8:26 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
All Bucks early
Milwaukee enters the night on a four-game losing streak, but you couldn’t tell by the opening stretch of play. Giannis Antetokounmpo’s squad is up 23-8 early against the Jazz in Utah.
Count it! 💪
Quick spin plus the and-one from Giannis. pic.twitter.com/wMHPxggpwx
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) March 8, 2026
8:19 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
MPJ powering comeback effort
The Brooklyn Nets have trimmed Detroit’s lead to single-digits with four minutes to play. Michael Porter has 28 points and 13 rebounds to lead all scorers as his team trails 103-97 with 3:13 to play. Tune into NBA League Pass to see the conclusion.
ZIAIRE WILLIAMS FOR THE LEAD 🎯 pic.twitter.com/gHbZPuOBAv
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) March 8, 2026
8:03 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Garland’s first start with Clippers
Darius Garland had two solid showings for LA off the bench after having been sidelined since mid-January. He averaged 12 points and five assists in those games, and will look to improve those numbers tonight against Memphis.
Starting 5️⃣ vs. Grizzlies
🏀 Darius Garland
🏀 Kris Dunn
🏀 Kawhi Leonard
🏀 Derrick Jones Jr.
🏀 Brook Lopez pic.twitter.com/GbMW7m4Px7
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) March 8, 2026
7:58 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
4th quarter under way 📺
There’s been six lead changes thus far as Atlanta reclaimed the lead in the third quarter. Tyrese Maxey went into the locker room during the third quarter but has returned to the Philadelphia bench. He and Quentin Grimes have 23 points each while Jalen Johnson leads Atlanta with 24.
Up 3 after 3! pic.twitter.com/SQNC2UiSA1
— Atlanta HaWWWWWks (@ATLHawks) March 8, 2026
7:52 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Michael Porter Jr. is up to 21 points as his team attempts to shrink their double-digit deficit.
Beef ST3W‼️ pic.twitter.com/SldvZDdq6e
— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 8, 2026
7:39 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Hawks-Sixers trading buckets
The second half began with Atlanta continuing its momentum to close the second quarter and taking the lead. Six quick points set the tone coming out of the break.
Starting the second half with a couple 3-point plays 👏👏 pic.twitter.com/ilvsAkbBp9
— Atlanta HaWWWWWks (@ATLHawks) March 8, 2026
Quentin Grimes also came out of the break in stride, who’s now up to 17 points for Philadelphia.
WHAT A BUCKET. 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/TrXdNpa0tD
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 8, 2026
7:15 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Detroit in control at half
No Cade Cunningham, no problem so far for Detroit. They lead Brooklyn at the half on the backs of a balanced team-effort. Five different Pistons have seven or more points including Daniss Jenkins who had this fastbreak highlight in the second quarter.
Daniss picked his pocket and took flight 😤 pic.twitter.com/IY9c4mDX6Z
— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 7, 2026
7:09 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
JJ keeps dunking, Hawks mounting comeback
Atlanta trailed by double-digits early on, but has responded in the second quarter with more highlight plays on offense. Jalen Johnson 19 points, five rebounds and four assists at halftime. He still trails Tyrese Maxey in the scoring column, as the Philadelphia All-Star has a game-high 22 to keep his team ahead.
JJ taking the elevator 🆙 pic.twitter.com/Q0ooromZi1
— Atlanta HaWWWWWks (@ATLHawks) March 8, 2026
Quentin Grimes closed the half with five points in the final minute and has 11 so far. Kelly Oubre carried his hot start into the second frame as well, scoring 15 points in the first half.
three ball. 👌@qdotgrimes up to 11 points! pic.twitter.com/vFeHUAhvDE
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 8, 2026
6:58 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
MJ’s tips for AE 📝
Anthony Edwards received feedback on his game from Michael Jordan in a one-on-one with Ahmad Rashad. He relayed that Michael Jordan says teams double-teaming Edwards is a sign of respect. Hear more of the exchange below.
AHMAD RASHAD to ANTHONY EDWARDS:
“I talked to MJ yesterday about you. He said he loves your passion… he said you need to continue improving on your game, accepting challenges, and thriving.” pic.twitter.com/XOITbnZbpu
— NBA (@NBA) March 7, 2026
6:52 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Dyson career milestone 👏
Dyson Daniels picked up his 1,000th assist early against the 76ers. The former lottery selection is regarded for his defense while having a complementary offensive game. He’s among elite company when it comes to his versatility this early into his career.
One Thousand Dys Dimes 🎲🪙
He becomes the 4th-youngest player in NBA history (22y, 355d) to reach 2,000+ PTS, 1,000+ REB, 1,000+ AST and 450+ STL (LeBron James, Magic Johnson, Chris Paul) pic.twitter.com/7Bdj4ZSK9w
— Atlanta HaWWWWWks (@ATLHawks) March 7, 2026
6:48 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Claxton on patrol ✋
Brooklyn big man ascended in Nets all-time rankings Saturday by recording his 600th career block. He’s the seventh player to enter the league since 2019-20 to reach 600 blocks.
Clax Block Party‼️
Congrats @_claxton33 on moving to fourth on the Nets all-time career blocks list. pic.twitter.com/bY9Fit3kWT
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) March 7, 2026
The block came against Jalen Duren in the post, showing Claxton’s rim protection skills hold up against all five positions.
6⃣0⃣0⃣ https://t.co/mz6vZDjziL pic.twitter.com/5VprqzHitH
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) March 7, 2026
6:38 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Sixers D turning into offense
The 76ers end the first quarter with a comfortable lead on the road in Atlanta thanks in large to active defense creating opportunities on offense. Tyrese Maxes has 15 points already and will need to be contained if Atlanta wants to win this one.
your eastern conference steals leader: pic.twitter.com/kwgYDBIlAV
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 7, 2026
https://t.co/oXuN0bZ3BA pic.twitter.com/7WHohEy1b1
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 7, 2026
6:31 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
JJ above the rim early 👀
JALEN FLEW IN FOR THE FOLLOW pic.twitter.com/VucDLuq9ae
— Atlanta HaWWWWWks (@ATLHawks) March 7, 2026
6:26 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Bane & Banchero too much for Minnesota 💪
As the season progresses, Desmond Bane is putting together more impressive showings that reflect why Orlando acquired him in the offseason. His inside-the-arc creation is really expanding as he and Paolo Banchero combined for 56 in a 27-point win. Check out their best plays from today’s game below.
Desmond Bane & Paolo Banchero excelled in Orlando’s road victory!
Bane: 30 PTS (10-17 FGM), 4 AST
Banchero: 25 PTS (10-18 FGM), 15 REB
3 wins in a row for the @OrlandoMagic! pic.twitter.com/3kbdkidPUP
— NBA (@NBA) March 7, 2026
Together, they outshadowed Anthony Edwards’ game-high 34 points. It was the Magic’s third straight win as Minnesota’s five-game winning streak comes to an end. Julius Randle had one of the game’s best plays with this poster dunk in transition.
THE STEAL & THE SLAM pic.twitter.com/V1kYygydSZ
— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) March 7, 2026
6:12 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
The Detroit Pistons are without All-Star Cade Cunningham tonight due to a quadriceps injury. He was initially listed as questionable following his 26-point effort in a loss to San Antonio Thursday. Jalen Duren was also questionable but is playing while Ausar Thompson joins Cunningham on the sideline with a sprained ankle.
Back at home pic.twitter.com/2X9EadGm5z
— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 7, 2026
Michael Porter hopes to guide the Nets to an upset win over the conference’s top team. MPJ is averaging a career high 23.9 points per game this season.
6:00 p.m. ET // March 7, 2026
Early evening tip-offs
Four Eastern Conference teams hit the floor next as the Hawks host the 76ers and the Nets face the Pistons in Detroit. The former has big standings implications as Philadelphia enters in a three-way tie with Orlando and Miami.
tonight’s starting five:
🔔 @TyreseMaxey
🔔 @qdotgrimes
🔔 @adembona
🔔 @KELLYOUBREJR
🔔 @Dominickbarlow_ pic.twitter.com/IAQ8V6Vcnn
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 7, 2026
The Hawks meanwhile are only three games behind Philadelphia with a 32-31 record and have a firm grasp of play-in positioning.
Starting 🖐️
Presented by @Chase pic.twitter.com/HkwPZRIbkz
— Atlanta HaWWWWWks (@ATLHawks) March 7, 2026