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ORLANDO, FLORIDA \u2013 FEBRUARY 26: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets shoots over Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic<\/p>\n
Thursday Top Performers\u2b50\u2b50<\/p>\n
Saddiq Bey: 42 points (14-20 FG, 9-9 FT), 5 rebounds, 7 assists
\nLuke Don\u010di\u0107: 41 points (12-21 FG, 11-12 FT), 8 rebounds, 8 assists, 2 steals
\nKevin Durant: 40 points (14-28 FG, 10-10 FT), 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals
\nNaji Marshall: 36 points (14-23 FG, 7-11 FT), 10 rebounds, 6 assists<\/p>\n
Saddiq Bey WENT OFF in the @PelicansNBA<\/a> road win!<\/p>\n 42 PTS (14-20 FGM) \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Thursday Final Scores:<\/p>\n Hornets 133, Pacers 109<\/p>\n Brandon Miller: 33 points (11-19 FG) 76ers 124, Miami 117<\/p>\n Tyrese Maxey: 28 points, 11 assists, 5 steals Hawks 126, Wizards 96<\/p>\n Corey Kispert: 33 points (11-19 FG, 6-11 3PM)<\/p>\n Spurs 126, Nets 110<\/p>\n Julian Champagnie: 26 points (10-14 FG) Rockets 113, Magic 108<\/p>\n Kevin Durant: 40 points (14-28 FG), 8 rebounds<\/p>\n Trail Blazers 121, Bulls 112<\/p>\n Jerami Grant: 27 points (6-10 FG, 12-14 FT)<\/p>\n Kings 130, Mavericks 121<\/p>\n Precious Achiuwa: 29 points (13-19 FG), 12 rebounds Pelicans 129, Jazz 118<\/p>\n Saddiq Bey: 42 points (14-20 FG, 9-9 FT), 7 assists Timberwolves 94, Clippers 88<\/p>\n Anthony Edwards: 31 points (12-24 FG)<\/p>\n Suns 113, Lakers 110<\/p>\n Luke Don\u010di\u0107: 41 points (12-21 FG), 8 rebounds, 8 assists Despite the loss, Luka had himself a night \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n 41 PTS | 8 REB | 8 AST pic.twitter.com\/kWycpfxBDg<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Key stories from NBA Thursday\ud83c\udf7f\ud83c\udf7f<\/p>\n Kon Knueppel sets the rookie record for 3PM in a season. Hitting his 207th 3PM on Thursday, the 20-year-old could end up exceeding a staggering 250 made threes this season on his current pace. KD JOINS THE 32K CAREER POINTS CLUB \ud83c\udfaf<\/p>\n He’s the 6th player in NBA history to reach this mark! pic.twitter.com\/vJQsv6Z2lp<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n KEVIN DURANT. 40 PTS His first 40-pt game as a member of the @HoustonRockets<\/a>! pic.twitter.com\/ctuf9t5QSg<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n In his record-setting night, Kon hit 8 THREES \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n What a performance from the rookie. https:\/\/t.co\/ZtoXgKuzxZ<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/AL9K6JX6jn<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 12:41 ET<\/p>\n Anthony Edwards clutch, Clippers have late blunders<\/p>\n Minnesota 94, Los Angeles Clippers 88<\/p>\n Back-to-back inbounding turnovers to end the game for the Clippers soured what was otherwise an intensely fought battle. Rookie Kobe Sanders (9 points, 4-7 FG) was impactful off the bench. Sanders flashes intriguing skill at his 6-8 size. Derrick Jones Jr. finishes with the team-high 18 points (7-11 FG) \u2014 great to see him healthy after dealing with multiple knee incidents this season.<\/p>\n Edwards (31 points, 12-24 FG) was the only player on either side to exceed 18 points. Ayo Dosunmu (12 points, 5-9 FG) still has acclimation and schematic tendencies to adjust to, but he started looking comfortable Thursday after being acquired from Chicago at the trade deadline.<\/p>\n Ant put on a show in Minnesota’s road win!<\/p>\n 31 PTS \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 12:25 ET<\/p>\n Trading blows on Prime Video<\/p>\n Minnesota controls a narrow lead down the final stretch. The offense has struggled to find rhythm besides Anthony Edwards self-creation, with Julius Randle especially struggling (4 points, 1-10 FG).<\/p>\n ANTHONY EDWARDS. MIN LEADS BY 4 WITH 42.9 TO PLAY! pic.twitter.com\/Fbck5RfB2t<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n BIG JELLY.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf47\ud83c\udf47\ud83c\udf47\ud83c\udf47\ud83c\udf47\ud83c\udf47\ud83c\udf47\ud83c\udf47\ud83c\udf47 pic.twitter.com\/xrWEK3GcQK<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 11:56 ET<\/p>\n Gritty game, athleticism on display<\/p>\n Derrick Jones Jr.\ud83d\udc40\ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n The Clippers lead the Timberwolves 62-61 with two minutes remaining in Q3 on Prime Video.<\/p>\n Both teams have combined to shoot 8-for-35 from beyond the arc. Anthony Edwards has a game-high 20 points (9-15 FG) for the Timberwolves, while Derrick Jones has a team-high 13 points for the Clippers.<\/p>\n Airplane mode: ON! \u2708\ufe0f<\/p>\n Derrick Jones Jr. with a MONSTER DUNK!! \ud83d\udca5 pic.twitter.com\/MgHPREUdvx<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n another tough bucket for AE. pic.twitter.com\/NA4mhcLAju<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 11:40 ET<\/p>\n DAGGER FROM O\u2019NEALE<\/p>\n Suns 113, Lakers 110<\/p>\n Amazing wrap-around pass from Collin Gillespie jumping over the baseline to help setup Royce O\u2019Neale\u2019s game-winning three. Paint touch, drive-and-kick basketball at its finest.<\/p>\n Grayson Allen led with 28 points, largely coming from 6-for-16 shooting from beyond the arc. Gillespie delivered an efficient 21 points (7-13 FG).<\/p>\n With Dillon Brooks (broken hand) unavailable, Luka Don\u010di\u0107 (41 points, 12-21 FG, 11-12 FT) carved up Phoenix, but his teammates combined to knock down just 5-of-18 3PA \u2014 remarkably low volume across the board.<\/p>\n ROYCE O’NEALE HITS THE GO-AHEAD 3 TO WIN IT FOR THE SUNS \ud83d\udea8 <\/p>\n HE SCORED THE LAST 7 POINTS FOR PHOENIX! pic.twitter.com\/jWFOMMXLiq<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 11:19 ET<\/p>\n LUKA ON FIRE LATE<\/p>\n In what has been a crazy game of runs, Luka Don\u010di\u0107 (41 points, 12-21 FG, 11-12 FT) brings the Lakers back in the finals minutes. He also has eight rebounds and eight assists.<\/p>\n Live on League Pass.<\/p>\n LUKA’S UP TO 41 PTS \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n Lakers trail by 3 with under 2 to play! pic.twitter.com\/MCMGXmtaOR<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 11:00 ET<\/p>\n Champagnie pops, Spurs cruise\ud83e\udd42\ud83e\udd42<\/p>\n San Antonio never trailed in Thursday\u2019s 126-110 victory over Brooklyn, fueled by committing just eight turnovers versus 15 for the Nets, while also raining in 39.5% of 43 three-point attempts as a team.<\/p>\n The Spurs looked like a team on an 11-game winning streak, knocking down 23-of-27 free throws and piling up an astounding 36 assists on 43 made shots.<\/p>\n Julian Champagnie logged a game-high 26 points (10-14 FG), but it was a team effort as seven Spurs posted at least 12 points.<\/p>\n .@JulianChampagn2<\/a> on fire tonight \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcca: 26 PTS, 6 3PM, 3 STL, 2 BLK pic.twitter.com\/5ZWtTXX4rr<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 10:43 ET<\/p>\n Daeqwon Plowden\ud83d\ude33\ud83d\ude33<\/p>\n Bad night to be a rim.<\/p>\n Plowden puts the exclamation point on Sacramento\u2019s 130-121 win over Dallas.<\/p>\n DAEQWON\u203c\ufe0f\ud83e\udd2f pic.twitter.com\/00iIgZwocG<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 10:29 ET<\/p>\n ANTHONY EDWARDS LIFTOFF\u2708\ufe0f\u2708\ufe0f<\/p>\n Move or get moved. Defense chose to move.<\/p>\n Edwards is looking fresh and has four early points as the Timberwolves lead the Clippers 18-13 midway through Q1.<\/p>\n SHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESH. \ud83d\ude33 pic.twitter.com\/FYvD6V07rK<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n “HE’S A SKYWALKER” \ud83d\ude2e\u200d\ud83d\udca8 pic.twitter.com\/Xrj0KTQvDK<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 10:21 ET<\/p>\n Knueppel stays hot as Hornets win<\/p>\n Kon Knueppel last four games \u2014 he is leading the league in 3PM since the All-Star break:<\/p>\n 33 points | 7 threes Brandon Miller was similarly sharp Thursday, finishing with 33 points (11-19 FG, 6-11 3PM), seven rebounds and four assists in just 26 minutes. LaMelo Ball tacked on 20 points (7-12 FG) and eight assists.<\/p>\n Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 20 points (6-14 FG, 5-6 FT).<\/p>\n Kon Knueppel makes HISTORY!\ud83d\udcc8<\/p>\n The Association crew reacts to the young star passing Keegan Murray for the most three-pointers in a season by a rookie.<\/p>\n Tune in LIVE for more insight on NBA TV and the NBA App: \u2014 NBA TV (@NBATV) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Brandon Miller in tonight’s victory:<\/p>\n 33 PTS (19 in Q3) The Hornets extend their franchise record to 9 straight ROAD wins! pic.twitter.com\/7FTeqRD39E<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 10:10 ET<\/p>\n Reed Sheppard dagger, Rockets comeback complete<\/p>\n Orlando spent the majority of Thursday\u2019s contest playing defense straight up \u2014 not doubling Alperen Sengun in the post or blitzing ballscreens \u2014 but, ironically, it was the Sengun shortroll-and-kick to Sheppard on the second side that secured Houston\u2019s win in the final minute.<\/p>\n Sheppard was sharp, finishing with 20 points (7-11 FG, 5-7 3PM), three rebounds, four assists, two steals, two blocks and only one turnover. Thursday marks his eighth game of the year with 20-plus points.<\/p>\n Kevin Durant was the star, delivering in quintessential efficient fashion (37 points, 14-28 FG, 7-7 FT). The 37-year-old notches his first 40-point game of the season.<\/p>\n GO. OFF. REED. \ud83d\udde3\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/UZRXdTZyCy<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 9:59 ET<\/p>\n Revenge-game Kispert drops career-high 33 points<\/p>\n Corey Kispert and Atlanta dispatched his former team by beating Washington 126-96. The Hawks limited the Wizards to 38.3% shooting from the field overall, also winning the rebounding battle 56:44.<\/p>\n Kispert (11-19 FG, 6-11 3PM) fueled Atlanta\u2019s shooting, as his teammates combined to post just 7-for-28 shooting from deep. CJ McCollum (25 points, 9-19 FG) was the game\u2019s second-leading scorer, as no Wizard exceeded 14 points.<\/p>\n Corey Kispert in tonight’s win:<\/p>\n 33 PTS (career-high) Came off the bench. \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 9:45 ET<\/p>\n Kings humming versus Mavericks<\/p>\n The offense has come from unlikely sources, but Sacramento nonetheless leads 68-56 at halftime over Dallas. Sacramento\u2019s biggest lead has been 18 points, with a key factor being just two turnovers for the Kings thus far.<\/p>\n HALFTIME: Kings lead Mavericks at the break, 68-56.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc51 Precious Achiuwa: 21 PTS, 8 REB, 2 AST \u2014 Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 9:23 ET<\/p>\n Rockets flip the script, lead heading into Q4 on Prime Video<\/p>\n A mammoth run wrapped up a 38-27 advantage for Houston in Q3, yielding an 81-80 lead over Orlando.<\/p>\n Houston has limped to just 5-for-20 shooting from beyond the arc, but have been efficient elsewhere \u2014 led by midrange master himself, Kevin Durant (26 points, 10-22 FG, 0-7 3PM).<\/p>\n Desmond Bane leads Orlando with 21 points (8-10 FG, 5-5 3PM), while Paolo Banchero has 15 (5-14 FG, 5-8 FT).<\/p>\n 20-0 run for the Rockets \ud83e\udd2f<\/p>\n Houston is up by 1 in Q4 on Prime! pic.twitter.com\/aj7Z2UI5c2<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n and here’s how it happened \ud83d\ude0e<\/p>\n WHAT A RUN \ud83d\udd25 https:\/\/t.co\/7rLspuDWek<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/mft2yyz4sU<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 9:08 ET<\/p>\n Razzle-dazzle for the rookie<\/p>\n Dylan Harper makes something out of nothing, escaping Brooklyn\u2019s sideline trap in big fashion with a dunk.<\/p>\n The 19-year-old ranks in the 92nd percentile for transition frequency this season, but his best facet has been as a pick-and-roll creator, ranking in the 84th percentile for efficiency across all possessions and passes off a ballscreen. Harper\u2019s 2.68 AST\/TO ratio (174:65) impresses.<\/p>\n DYLAN HARPER ARE YOU KIDDING?!? \ud83e\udd2f<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcfa @FanDuelSN_SW<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/rIycXjlsS4<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 8:47 ET<\/p>\n Record-shattering excellence\ud83e\udd2f\ud83e\udd2f<\/p>\n Kon Knueppel has passed Keegan Murray for most 3-pointers in a rookie season:<\/p>\n 1. Kon Knueppel \u2014 207 (59 games)<\/p>\n 2. Keegan Murray \u2014 206 (80 games)<\/p>\n 3. Donovan Mitchell 187 (79 games)<\/p>\n Remarkable pace. Remarkable feel. Remarkable player.<\/p>\n KON MAKES HISTORY \u203c\ufe0f<\/p>\n With this three, Kon Knueppel has set the new NBA rookie record for 3-pointers made in a season! pic.twitter.com\/CoaK09QIQY<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 8:23 ET<\/p>\n Rockets and Magic battle\u2694\ufe0f\u2694\ufe0f<\/p>\n Paolo Banchero flashes the handle, beating Houston\u2019s attempted hedge.<\/p>\n Desmond Bane has a game-high 14 points as Orlando leads 47-37 in Q2.<\/p>\n pov: Paolo Banchero and one \ud83d\udde3\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/1x3761Nys7<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Doe dishin’ to Alpi \ud83e\udd1d pic.twitter.com\/Kik9atpj1n<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 7:57 ET<\/p>\n McConnell climbing leaderboards<\/p>\n 7\ufe0f\u20e3\u27a1\ufe0f6\u20e3<\/p>\n T.J. McConnell now has the 6th most assists in franchise history \ud83d\udc4f pic.twitter.com\/b7n5udrYWQ<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 7:45 ET<\/p>\n Shooters shoot\ud83c\udfaf<\/p>\n Tyrese Maxey and Kon Knueppel \u2014 Philadelphia\u2019s franchise leader in 3PM and the all-time rookie leader in made threes, respectively \u2014 are flamethrowers Thursday.<\/p>\n Maxey has a 20-point first quarter, while Knueppel fuels a 16-0 run for Charlotte to amass a 47-37 lead over Indiana with eight minutes remaining in Q2.<\/p>\n MAXEY BREAKS THE RECORD!<\/p>\n With this three, Tyrese Maxey has passed Allen Iverson for the most 3-pointers made in Philadelphia 76ers franchise history! pic.twitter.com\/qEDEusR8pl<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n that\u2019s THREE 3\ufe0f\u20e3s for kon!@Lowes<\/a> | \ud83d\udcf9 @FDSN_Hornets<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/6lBKF6zwWw<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 7:32 ET<\/p>\n Onslaught early \ud83d\udc40\ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n Tyrese Maxey follows up his hot start with some history \u2014 no shooter in 76ers\u2019 franchise history like Tyrese Maxey!<\/p>\n He and Joel Embiid are each up to 11 points in the final minutes of Q1. Bam Adebayo leads Miami with eight points (3-5 FG) and six rebounds.<\/p>\n With his third 3-pointer tonight, Tyrese Maxey has tied Allen Iverson (885 3FG) for the most in franchise history. pic.twitter.com\/5e1MYBts9m<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 7:22 ET<\/p>\n Maxey sets the tone\u2668\ufe0f\u2668\ufe0f<\/p>\n Philadelphia jumps out to a 20-15 lead over Miami with six minutes remaining in Q1. Maxey\u2019s six points joins Joel Embiid\u2019s nine points (3-5 FG) to establish the early advantage.<\/p>\n Maxey 3. He is now one triple away from tying Allen Iverson for most 3-pointers made in @sixers<\/a> franchise history! pic.twitter.com\/QjTMFV7EBW<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n FEBRUARY 26, 2026 \/ 6:25 ET<\/p>\n San Antonio looks to keep rolling<\/p>\n Currently possessing the only winning streak of more than two games across the league, San Antonio could climb within 1.5 games of Oklahoma City for the top seed in the West after Thursday.<\/p>\n Dylan Harper getting some shots up in Brooklyn \ud83d\ude24<\/p>\n SAS goes for 11 wins in a row tonight vs BKN at 7:30pm\/et on NBA League Pass! pic.twitter.com\/9fvjoTUXWv<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) February 26, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n
5 REB
7 AST
5 3PM pic.twitter.com\/GQdNXh7d6L<\/a><\/p>\n
\nKon Knueppel: 28 points (10-17 FG, 8-12 3PM)<\/p>\n
\nJoel Embiid: 26 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists
\nBam Adebayo: 29 points, 14 rebounds<\/p>\n
\nMichael Porter Jr.: 25 points (9-22 FG), 14 rebounds<\/p>\n
\nNaji Marshall: 36 points (14-23 FG), 10 rebounds, 6 assists<\/p>\n
\nAce Bailey: 23 points (9-17 FG)<\/p>\n
\nGrayson Allen: 28 points (9-24 FG)<\/p>\n
\nTyrese Maxey passes Allen Iverson for most 3PM in 76ers\u2019 history. Maxey has connected on 887 of 2,330 3PA to start his career, amounting to a 38.0% clip while featuring a career-best 43.4% mark during the 2022-23 season.
\nSan Antonio beats Brooklyn to win their 11th straight game \u2014 completing an undefeated month of February\ud83e\udd2f
\nRoyce O\u2019Neale hits a game-winning three on Phoenix\u2019s final possession to sink the Lakers at home.
\nKevin Durant becomes the 6th player in NBA history to score 32,000 career points, joining LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan.<\/p>\n
MASTERCLASS.<\/p>\n
8 REB
3 AST
2 STL<\/p>\n
3 REB
5 AST pic.twitter.com\/C4EN86ObW0<\/a><\/p>\n
IMPROBABLE CLUTCH 3.<\/p>\n
\n28 points | 5 threes
\n21 points | 3 threes
\n28 points | 8 threes<\/p>\n
\u27a1\ufe0f https:\/\/t.co\/owQtY8YUWr<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/QdbuQoSGdi<\/a><\/p>\n
7 REB
4 AST
6 3PM<\/p>\n
6 REB
6 3PM<\/p>\n
Took over the game. pic.twitter.com\/N9ZsgVMaZs<\/a><\/p>\n
\ud83d\udc51 Maxime Raynaud: 10 PTS, 5 REB
\ud83d\udc51 Drew Eubanks: 9 PTS, 2 REB pic.twitter.com\/fmnO1dZBOD<\/a><\/p>\n
Maxey steal.
Maxey 3.<\/p>\n