Spurs hold off Anthony Edwards’ 55‑point explosion — San Antonio snapped a skid with a 126‑123 win over Minnesota, despite Edwards’ career night. Victor Wembanyama led the charge with 39.
Heat stun Thunder with late 3 — Miami edged OKC 122‑120 on a clutch shot from Andrew Wiggins; Bam Adebayo had 30 points and a career–best six 3s.
Warriors make 3‑point history — Golden State hit 20+ threes for a third straight game in a 136‑116 win over Charlotte, showcasing franchise‑level shooting.
Celtics dominate Hawks — Boston delivered a masterful 132‑106 victory, led by 41 points from Jaylen Brown and an explosive scoring run.
Quick Game Recaps & Performances (Jan 11th–18th)
Jan 11 Highlights
Timberwolves 104, Spurs 103 — Minnesota edged San Antonio in a thriller; Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo sparked a late comeback in a tightly contested battle.
Raptors 116, 76ers 115 (OT) — Toronto survived double‑overtime drama behind Scottie Barnes’ big night, outlasting Philly in a back‑and‑forth contest.
Thunder 124, Heat 112 — Oklahoma City put together a strong second half; Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander starred with 29 and 8.
Multiple tough losses — Nets and Blazers had close defeats, while the Suns and Kings posted comfortable wins on Jan 11.
Mid-Week action; Jan 12th–16th Action
Teams continued jockeying for position as the season approached mid‑January. Detroit and Phoenix secured convincing victories; surprising role performances and bench scoring peppered the slate.
Nuggets 121, Wizards 115 — Jamal Murray erupted for 42 points to fuel Denver’s win, extending the Nuggets’ strong stretch without Nikola Jokic. Denver is 4–1 in their last five without their injured star.
Weekend Ups and Downs — The Spurs’ defensive grit continued late in the week with wins like the one over Minnesota, while other contenders jockeyed for seeding with key performances across the league.
Standout Performers This Week
- Jamal Murray (DEN): 42 points to lead Denver past Washington in Jokic’s absence.
- Anthony Edwards (MIN): 55 points in a loss, reminding everyone of his MVP‑caliber scoring ability.
- Jaylen Brown (BOS): 41 points in Boston’s dominating win over the Hawks.
- Bam Adebayo (MIA): 30 points and a 3‑point barrage to top OKC.
- Warriors shooters: Franchise history with three straight games of 20+ threes.
Last Week in Review
Western Conference:
- Denver continues to win without Jokic, led by Murray and strong team play.
- Spurs showed resilience with big performances from Wembanyama.
Eastern Conference:
- Celtics maintained momentum behind Brown’s scoring outburst.
- Heat’s gritty victory highlighted resilience amid injury absences.
What to Watch Next Week
- Jokic return timeline still trending toward late January — Denver’s performance without him will remain a major storyline.
- Play‑in battles heating up — teams in the 6–10 range will jockey for position.
- Stars on the rise — Edwards, Murray, Brown and Adebayo all building it up for potential All‑Star consideration.
This week was defined by explosive scoring nights, gritty finishes, and strategic performances as teams push into the mid‑season grind. With narratives building around veteran stars and rising young talents alike, the NBA continues to deliver unpredictable and exciting basketball.