NBA Roundup: Trae Young’s Clutch Shot and Strong Performances Across the League

Trae Young led the Atlanta Hawks to a thrilling 134-132 overtime victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, sinking a crucial three-pointer with just 7.4 seconds left. Young finished with 31 points and 20 assists, while De’Andre Hunter added 26 points off the bench. The Lakers, despite LeBron James’ 39 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds, and Anthony Davis’ 38 points, fell to their third consecutive loss. James had a chance to win it for the Lakers, but his three-pointer at the buzzer missed.

The Boston Celtics extended their home winning streak to seven games with a 111-105 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. The Celtics, trailing late in the fourth quarter, mounted a comeback behind Jayson Tatum’s game-high 34 points and 10 rebounds. Damian Lillard’s 31 points and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 30 points and 11 rebounds weren’t enough for the Bucks.

In other action, the Philadelphia 76ers bounced back from a home defeat to the Orlando Magic, defeating the Magic 102-94 despite missing Joel Embiid. Paul George stepped up with 21 points for the win.

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured their fifth straight win with a 107-90 victory over the Golden State Warriors, led by Anthony Edwards’ 30 points. The Utah Jazz snapped a five-game losing streak with a dominant 141-99 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. The Sacramento Kings also enjoyed a big win, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 140-113.

Finally, Tyrese Haliburton scored 23 points to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Chicago Bulls 132-123, marking their first win in five games.