{"id":485160,"date":"2026-02-23T05:51:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T05:51:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/485160\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T05:51:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T05:51:08","slug":"lamelo-ball-heat-check-pritchard-goes-off-maxey-drops-39","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/485160\/","title":{"rendered":"LaMelo Ball heat check, Pritchard goes off, Maxey drops 39"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2070775\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2070775\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/GettyImages-2263050462-1-784x523.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"784\" height=\"523\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-2070775\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tyrese Maxey scores 39 points in 76ers win over the Timberwolves. (David Berding\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n<p>Nightly notes \ud83d\udcdd\ud83c\udfc0<\/p>\n<p>Eastern Conference guards steal the spotlight: Take a pick in regards to which guard from the East had the best night. Payton Pritchard was unreal in Los Angeles. He came off the bench and scored 30 points while sinking shots at the buzzer left and right.<\/p>\n<p>LaMelo Ball was even more lights out from beyond, sinking six threes in the third quarter alone and a career-best 10 against Washington.<\/p>\n<p>Tyrese Maxey arguably stood the tallest after dropping 39 points on the road in a blowout win over Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves. His left-handed poster dunk will go down as one of the most memorable of the year.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Tyrese Maxey continued his mighty scoring campaign in the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sixers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@sixers<\/a> win!<\/p>\n<p>39 PTS<br \/>8 AST<br \/>2 STL<br \/>4 3PM <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/udtumRAIUM\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/udtumRAIUM<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025764011870913010?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Joker\u2019s brilliance outshined by Warriors magic: The fourth quarter of the Warriors-Nuggets game was riveting. Nikola Jokic entered with a triple-double in hand as his Nuggets held a two-possession lead. Golden State embarked on a 33-17 run to end the game and spoil a gargantuan effort from Joki\u0107, who finished with 35 points, 20 rebounds and 12 assists in the loss.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The fourth quarter frenzy that brought the dub\u26a1\ufe0f<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Kia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@Kia<\/a> || Electric Plays <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/ghjE5X6klS\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/ghjE5X6klS<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Golden State Warriors (@warriors) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/warriors\/status\/2025725416955388143?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Thunder get it done by committee: The reigning champs handed the Cavaliers their first loss with James Harden in the lineup. Cleveland never fully recovered from Oklahoma City\u2019s opening blitz after being outscored 40-25 in the first quarter.<\/p>\n<p>Cason Wallace had 20 points and a career-high 10 assists. Chet Holmgren had 17 points and 15 rebounds, while Isaiah Joe chipped in 22 points on six threes. The defense as a whole tallied 12 steals and four blocks.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">3 and D kind of night \ud83e\udee1 <\/p>\n<p>21 from deep. 12 steals. 4 blocks. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/PDC5udKYGp\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/PDC5udKYGp<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/okcthunder\/status\/2025701276432863408?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Sunday\u2019s Final Scores \ud83d\udccb<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/cle-vs-okc-0022500817\/box-score#box-score\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Thunder 121, Cavaliers 113<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/bkn-vs-atl-0022500818\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hawks 115, Nets 104<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/tor-vs-mil-0022500819?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Raptors 122, Bucks 94<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/den-vs-gsw-0022500820?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Warriors 128, Nuggets 117<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/dal-vs-ind-0022500821?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mavericks 134, Pacers 130<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/cha-vs-was-0022500822?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hornets 129, Wizards 112\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/bos-vs-lal-0022500823?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Celtics 111, Lakers 89<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/phi-vs-min-0022500824?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">76ers 135, Timberwolves 108<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/nyk-vs-chi-0022500825?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Knicks 105, Bulls 99<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/por-vs-phx-0022500826?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Trail Blazers 92, Suns 77<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/orl-vs-lac-0022500827?watchLive\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Magic 111, Clippers 109<\/a><\/p>\n<p>11:40\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Magic survive thriller in LA \ud83d\udea8<\/p>\n<p>This one was fun from end-to-end. The Magic and Clippers remained close throughout as Desmond Bane and Kawhi Leonard threw haymakers back and forth, finishing with 36 and 37 points respectively.<\/p>\n<p>The Clippers had a chance to win on the game\u2019s final possession. Bennedict Mathurin was a huge lift all night off the bench with 21 points, but couldn\u2019t sink this buzzer-beating attempt to win the game.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">ORLANDO HOLDS ON FOR THE WIN! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/i9agLYe8jx\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/t.co\/i9agLYe8jx<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/M8BclJOc1x\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/M8BclJOc1x<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025793384690929791?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Kawhi Leonard &amp; Desmond Bane dueled in Los Angeles tonight\u2026<\/p>\n<p>Leonard: 37 PTS, 8 REB, 4 AST, 3 STL, 2 BLK<br \/>Bane: 36 PTS, 5 REB, 2 STL, 4 3PM<\/p>\n<p>Magic win a close one! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/e3fcO22lwN\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/e3fcO22lwN<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025799916107268184?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>11:20\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Nightcap fireworks \ud83c\udf86<\/p>\n<p>The Clippers and Magic are dueling out west to round out Sunday\u2019s 11-game set. It\u2019s been physical, but filled with offensive highlights including these two big men showing off their bags.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">OUR ROOK&#8217;S FIRST <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@NBA<\/a> THREE-POINTER \ud83d\udc4f\ud83d\udc4f\ud83d\udc4f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/OtQf8onR0Y\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/t.co\/OtQf8onR0Y<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/TloaD3PWSD\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/TloaD3PWSD<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LAClippers\/status\/2025786047532286145?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">i love it when Moe Wagner <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/KLuE56Y1GM\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/KLuE56Y1GM<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/OrlandoMagic\/status\/2025784083628908962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>10:50\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>30 &amp; counting for Kawhi<\/p>\n<p>The Clippers were rolling in the third quarter clear through the final buzzer. Kawhi Leonard has been getting to his spots all game while Bennedict Mathurin has added 17 points off the bench including a third quarter buzzer-beater.<\/p>\n<p>The fourth quarter is underway now on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/league-pass-purchase\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NBA League Pass<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">KAWHI LEONARD&#8217;S GOT 30 \ud83d\udd90\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/is8AcwbrPA\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/is8AcwbrPA<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LAClippers\/status\/2025779783335075906?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">WHAT A SHOT AT THE BUZZER, BENN MATHURIN \ud83e\udd2f\ud83d\udea8 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/dQag6EulhR\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/dQag6EulhR<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LAClippers\/status\/2025783671987519713?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>10:30\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Knicks give Bulls 9th loss in a row<\/p>\n<p>The New York Knicks avoided a costly loss on the road in Chicago thanks to good execution when it mattered most. This Mikal Bridges three was the dagger for the Bulls who fall to 24-34 after dropping their ninth straight game.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Brunson finds Bridges for the CLUTCH 3 \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n<p>Knicks win on the road! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/Lu9mp9VYSR\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/Lu9mp9VYSR<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025774686353691009?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>10:22\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>HALF-COURT HEAVE\ud83d\udcb0<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Halfcourt shot for $10k\u2026 GOT IT \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n<p>Congrats to this Clippers fan! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/wgZsySCMUz\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/wgZsySCMUz<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025770827870781631?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>10:15\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Kawhi &amp; Bane battling<\/p>\n<p>One week removed from his show-stealing performance in the All-Star Game, Kawhi Leonard is rolling again inside the Intuit Dome. Desmond Bane is equally hot, after scoring 18 points in the first half including three triples.<\/p>\n<p>Both teams are in play-in territory, so every game matters that much more. The Magic lead 57-53 when play resumes.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Desmond Bane in the first half at LAC:\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<br \/>18 PTS<br \/>6-9 FG<br \/>3 3PM <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/6tQ10tSR92\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/6tQ10tSR92<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/OrlandoMagic\/status\/2025770337204408591?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Defense turnin\u2019 into a KAWHI LEONARD DUNK \ud83d\ude24\ud83d\ude24\ud83d\ude24 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/GOhr0QCxa6\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/GOhr0QCxa6<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LAClippers\/status\/2025769011036946768?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>10:05\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Knicks-Bulls heating up \u2668\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p>Now is a good time to turn on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/league-pass-purchase\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NBA League Pass<\/a>, as the Chicago Bulls have the New York Knicks reeling late. Collin Sexton\u2019s three-pointer made it a one point game. Karl-Anthony Towns got back on track after being held scoreless in the third quarter.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">KAT snatches his own miss and slams it home!<\/p>\n<p>He&#8217;s got a game-high 19 PTS as the Knicks lead in Q4\u2026 Tap to watch: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/zz9mvi0KIU\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/t.co\/zz9mvi0KIU<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/QnZae1t3c6\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/QnZae1t3c6<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025767594863599705?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Gimme the hot sauce, Young Bull \ud83d\udc02<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CollinSexton02?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@CollinSexton02<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CHSN__?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@CHSN__<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/l4HnKoYm9o\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/l4HnKoYm9o<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/chicagobulls\/status\/2025768401390440805?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>10:00\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Pritchard drops 30 in LA \ud83c\udf34<\/p>\n<p>The Boston Celtics won comfortably over the Los Angeles Lakers thanks in large to an incredible performance from Payton Pritchard. The reigning Kia 6th Man of the Year sank tough shots on a loop tonight, helping Boston slam the door on their west coast rivals and joining some elite company in the process.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">In his efficient 30pt performance, Payton Pritchard: <\/p>\n<p>\u25aa\ufe0fJoins Larry Bird (Mar. 1982) and Kevin McHale (Dec. 1983) as the only Celtics players in franchise history to record three straight games with at least 25 PTS off the bench.<\/p>\n<p>\u25aa\ufe0f Becomes the first player in Celtics franchise\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/6MomEyKI0j\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/t.co\/6MomEyKI0j<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/DTztP0dac0\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/DTztP0dac0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025763109533540444?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>9:45\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Bane 1Q buzzer-beater \u23f0<\/p>\n<p>Kawhi Leonard is cooking early, but Desmond Bane gave his team a little extra cushion in the closing seconds of the first quarter. The Magic sharpshooter sank a contested three to lift his team ahead 29-25 after one.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Bane beats the buzzer to end the first \ud83d\udea8 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/oDfL5pVfak\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/oDfL5pVfak<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/OrlandoMagic\/status\/2025763498509177119?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Kawhi showcases his two-way talent \ud83c\udf1f<\/p>\n<p>Steals it from the opponent.<br \/>Thumps it through the rim.<\/p>\n<p>ORL\/LAC is LIVE on NBA TV! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/Sk8VmG88RT\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/Sk8VmG88RT<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025759301650756006?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>9:36\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Maxey drops 3\ufe0f\u20e39\ufe0f\u20e3<\/p>\n<p>Tyrese Maxey was nearly unstoppable against the Timberwolves tonight. It marked his ninth time scoring 39 or more points in a game this season. VJ Edgecombe was superb as well with 24 points while Anthony Edwards put up 28 in the 135-108 loss.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">back in the DUB column. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/jmCAOgiLYs\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/jmCAOgiLYs<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sixers\/status\/2025759496945979805?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>9:16\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Big half from KAT<\/p>\n<p>Karl-Anthony Towns is the game\u2019s leading scorer after two quarters, but his team has its hands full so far with the Chicago Bulls. The Bulls have a trio of scorers matching the team-high in scoring as Isaac Okoro, Geurschon Yabusele, and Jalen Smith have nine points each.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">big man with 17 PTS and 5 REB going into the half \ud83d\udc4f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/kAl0MbQl5O\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/kAl0MbQl5O<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/nyknicks\/status\/2025754150827675809?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>9:05\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Deni exits \u26a0\ufe0f Trail Blazers lead at half over PHX<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">At the half.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/match_mortgage?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@match_mortgage<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SunsUp?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">#SunsUp<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/iz7Gs0y3rc\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/iz7Gs0y3rc<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Phoenix Suns (@Suns) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Suns\/status\/2025752940452167964?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Deni Avdija appeared to show discomfort with his back before exiting this game in the first half. Portland\u2019s Donovan Clingan has picked up the slack thus far as he\u2019s on pace for another double-double with 11 points and six boards at the break.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">DC with the assist .. to himself \ud83d\ude24 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/XlJNkaz317\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/XlJNkaz317<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Portland Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/trailblazers\/status\/2025750855623078096?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Phoenix, meanwhile, is playing without Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks due to injury. Jalen Green managed only four points in the first two quarters.<\/p>\n<p>8:55\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Maxey lefty POSTER \ud83d\ude33<\/p>\n<p>Watch out for Tyrese Maxey! The Philadelphia All-Star took no prisoners on his way to the rack for a massive left-handed slam over two Timberwolves defenders.<\/p>\n<p>The 76ers are in total control as this one enters the final quarter. VJ Edgecombe ensured his team\u2019s momentum would carry over by getting behind the defense to slam this alley-oop.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">&#8220;VJ down there somewhere.&#8221; <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/1jLEqZKoIx\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/1jLEqZKoIx<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sixers\/status\/2025752758331002880?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>8:41\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>12 minutes \u2026 12 made 3\u2019s \ud83c\udfaf Hornets tie NBA record in win<\/p>\n<p>The Charlotte Hornets were unconscious in the third quarter en route to tying an NBA record for threes made in a single quarter. LaMelo Ball was 6-7 in the period alone, as he sank a career-best 10 triples in the 17-point victory.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">that&#8217;s 7 straight road wins \ud83c\udf1f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/QyJ2G5anqP\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/QyJ2G5anqP<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hornets\/status\/2025742919647338540?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>8:32\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Lakers last chance \u23f3<\/p>\n<p>The fourth quarter is underway in this NBA on NBC and Peacock matchup. The Celtics hold a double-digit lead as the Lakers have time for one final push to win this game on their home floor.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Jaylen Brown for 3 \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n<p>Sets the screen.<br \/>Gets the rock.<br \/>Dances.<br \/>Steps back.<br \/>Sinks.<\/p>\n<p>He&#8217;s got 24p, 8r, and 7a as the Celtics lead in Q4 on NBC &amp; Peacock! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/WVMa7zzy37\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/WVMa7zzy37<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025745511714566422?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>7:52\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Pat Riley honored with statue \ud83d\udc4f<\/p>\n<p>The \u2018Godfather of Showtime\u2019 will be forever immortalized outside of Crypto.com Arena. He\u2019s the newest Laker legend to be honored with a statue on the exterior of the Lakers home venue. He brought four championships to Los Angeles in his tenure as head coach.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">A wonderful shot of Pat Riley&#8217;s statue \ud83d\udcf8 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/dJgeAAC3bY\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/t.co\/dJgeAAC3bY<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/MaGLjHtetg\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/MaGLjHtetg<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025723830837092435?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>There was also a special ceremony to honor him at halftime. He was joined by Laker greats such as Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.<\/p>\n<p>7:43\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>More 3\u2019s for LaMelo<\/p>\n<p>Ball move into third on the Hornets All-time made threes list earlier in the game, and he\u2019s gaining ground on second place as the game continues. He\u2019s up to seven made threes on the night, while teammate Brandon Miller has five of his own.<\/p>\n<p>The Hornets have outscored Washington 20-9 to start the third quarter as the Charlotte lead is up to 19 points.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">LaMelo swishes a smooth one-legged triple\ud83c\udfaf<\/p>\n<p>He&#8217;s got 25 PTS (6 3PM) as the Hornets lead in Q3\u2026 Tap to watch: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/HNNNfwDibb\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/t.co\/HNNNfwDibb<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/11oH99GyHA\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/11oH99GyHA<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025732335241469993?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>7:40\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>The Knicks and Bulls are moments away from tipping off in Chicago.<\/p>\n<p>New York enters this one third in the Eastern Conference with a 36-21 record, trailing Boston by one game and holding a half-game advantage over the Cavaliers after Cleveland\u2019s loss earlier in the day to Oklahoma City.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">road trippin in the midwest <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/9QFRo36Maj\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/9QFRo36Maj<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/nyknicks\/status\/2025692076445143165?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>7:34\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Edgecombe, Edwards get going early<\/p>\n<p>The 76ers are on the road in Minnesota, and hold the advantage as the first quarter comes to a close. Rookie lottery pick VJ Edgecombe has 10 points already, including a pair of three-pointers.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">7\ufe0f\u20e3 points and counting for #77 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/CgiI70qReg\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/CgiI70qReg<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sixers\/status\/2025729447970631830?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Anthony Edwards is leading the charge for the Timberwolves. He\u2019s up to 11 points in the first frame as his team seeks a fourth win in a row.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">get it started, AE. \ud83d\udc1c <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/nIyGJESCQo\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/nIyGJESCQo<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Timberwolves\/status\/2025728672754237560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>7:28\u00a0p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Payton Pritchard on a heater \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n<p>Payton Pritchard is dialed in against the Lakers. He sent forward Jarred Vanderbilt to the hardwood before stepping back to splash this three-pointer.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Payton Pritchard SEPARATES from the defender and SWISHES the triple \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n<p>What a move. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/f7qH2zCrwS\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/f7qH2zCrwS<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025726527757795385?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Earlier in the second quarter, he salvaged this spiraling possession by sinking a three from steps inside halfcourt.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Payton Pritchard sinks the LOGO 3 as the shot clock expires \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n<p>BOS holds a slight lead on NBC &amp; Peacock! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/2NSKTL5XRT\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/2NSKTL5XRT<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025725259509268590?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>7:10 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Steal \u27a1\ufe0f Alley-Oop<\/p>\n<p>Derrick White\u2019s pesty defense triggered this Celtics first-quarter highlight. The quarter ended tied at 28-apiece as this marquee matchup unfolds on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Don&#8217;t turn your back on D-White \u26a0\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/XpcFl8n6pO\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/XpcFl8n6pO<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Boston Celtics (@celtics) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/celtics\/status\/2025723918393258486?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>7:00 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Final frame in Indy<\/p>\n<p>The Mavericks have the lead on the road as the Pacers try and mount a comeback. Pascal Siakam has been hard to contain as he leads all scorers with 28 points.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Onto the final 12 minutes. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/crXYh0vSDY\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/crXYh0vSDY<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Pacers\/status\/2025720245122375789?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Naji Marshall has been a factor all game, as he has 17 points on 70% shooting from the field.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">That boy is good \ud83d\udd2a<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcfa: KFAA <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/8KSYgbPsBW\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/8KSYgbPsBW<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/dallasmavs\/status\/2025719644082848092?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>6:50 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>More history for King James<\/p>\n<p>LeBron\u2019s legacy keeps growing in year 23, as the NBA\u2019s All-time scoring champ suits up for his 1,600th career game. Only \u00a0Celtics legend and NBA Hall of Famer Robert Parish has played in more, and James could surpass that record in a matter of weeks.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Congrats to <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KingJames?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@KingJames<\/a> of the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Lakers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@Lakers<\/a> on becoming the 2nd player in NBA history to reach 1,600 career games! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/tlYclulYWr\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/tlYclulYWr<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025716950471495765?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>He added to his NBA-best career scoring total by getting an easy two points to start the game.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">LeBron, rocking the mismatch shoes, gets us going with a fastbreak slam!<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcfa NBC and Peacock <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/agYSA0bffJ\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/agYSA0bffJ<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA on NBC and Peacock (@NBAonNBC) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBAonNBC\/status\/2025721842799935987?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>6:41 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>LaMelo climbing the ranks \ud83e\uddd7<\/p>\n<p>LaMelo Ball sank this three to ascend the All-time Charlotte leaderboard. His team is locked into a shootout against the Washington Wizards at the end of the first quarter.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MELOD1P?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@MELOD1P<\/a> 3 to clinch third most in franchise history \ud83d\udd7a\ud83d\udef8\ud83d\udc95<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/HiveMentality?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">#HiveMentality<\/a> | \ud83d\udcf9 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/FDSN_Hornets?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@FDSN_Hornets<\/a> x <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Lowes?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@Lowes<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/YOR6yzMVwO\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/YOR6yzMVwO<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hornets\/status\/2025715584256639088?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">After the first 12 minutes.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/ForTheDistrict?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">#ForTheDistrict<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CapitalOne?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@CapitalOne<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/VjJ6VRK3UR\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/VjJ6VRK3UR<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WashWizards\/status\/2025717395751387367?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>6:09 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Jokic heroics foiled by Warriors\u2019 depth \ud83d\ude28<\/p>\n<p>Chase Center was unglued throughout the fourth quarter as the Warriors defended home court against the Denver Nuggets. Nikola Jokic had a triple-double after three quarters and the Nuggets led by six entering the final frame, before a Warriors run flipped the game upside down.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Brandin Podziemski, HOW??<\/p>\n<p>He beats the shot clock buzzer with an IMPROBABLE jumper, and is one assist away (18p, 14r, 9a) from a triple-double!<\/p>\n<p>GSW is on a 22-8 run and leads by 9 with under 2 minutes to play on ABC \ud83c\udf7f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/stMIRyhUNt\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/stMIRyhUNt<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 NBA (@NBA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NBA\/status\/2025708207985893525?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Warriors won 128-117, thanks to six players scoring 15 points or more. Golden State sank 21 threes compared to just eight fot Denver.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">DUBS WIN <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/9ep8eny0Fu\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/9ep8eny0Fu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Golden State Warriors (@warriors) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/warriors\/status\/2025709128606466155?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>6:02 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Hawks soar past Nets in final minutes<\/p>\n<p>The Nets trailed by one point with 1:53 remaining in the game, before the Hawks reeled off 10 unanswered points to win the game. Jalen Johnson was the game\u2019s leading scorer with 26 points and 12 rebounds along with the emphatic and-one that swung momentum for good.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">CLUTCH and-1 by Jalen <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/1oyznitJNA\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/1oyznitJNA<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ATLHawks\/status\/2025704400912548009?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>5:51 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Setting the pace<\/p>\n<p>Andrew Nembhard is capable of making life difficult for opposing ball handlers. He wrestled this one away from Dallas\u2019 Max Christie and finished above the rim on the other end.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Defense into offense \ud83d\ude08<\/p>\n<p>Andrew Nembhard comes up with the steal and slam. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/yDFGs4l3hc\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/yDFGs4l3hc<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Pacers\/status\/2025698780683628746?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>5:47 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Trip-Dub in 3 quarters \ud83c\udccf<\/p>\n<p>Nikola Jokic is in a major groove in Golden State. The three-time MVP has 32 points, 19 rebounds and 11 assists already. The 4th quarter is underway as the Nuggets hold onto a single-digit lead.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Hittin&#8217; the spin cycle \ud83d\udd04 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/0CRihU75Wj\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/0CRihU75Wj<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/nuggets\/status\/2025700656959672690?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>5:40 p.m. ET \/\/ Feb. 22<\/p>\n<p>Busy NBA Sunday Underway \ud83c\udfc0<\/p>\n<p>The Hawks are attempting a comeback against the Brooklyn Nets, as they trail by eight with six minutes to play. Onyeka Okongwu made a statement with this block on Nic Claxton.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Big O swatted this into the first row <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/9TUBsJyCQF\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/9TUBsJyCQF<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ATLHawks\/status\/2025701964680405200?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Earlier in the half, rookie Egor Demin helped Brooklyn build a slim lead.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">3GORRRRR! \ud83c\udfaf<\/p>\n<p>and yes\u2026he banked a corner three! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/v73G9izKil\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/v73G9izKil<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BrooklynNets\/status\/2025696241883971635?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">February 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Tyrese Maxey scores 39 points in 76ers win over the Timberwolves. 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