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Live Updates: Top moments from a 7-game night in the NBA

Check out highlights from Friday's NBA action, including brilliant performances from Donovan Mitchell, Joel Embiid and Steph Curry.

NBA.com Staff

Donovan Mitchell explodes for 24 of his 48 points in the fourth quarter of Cleveland’s 130-126 win over Washington. (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images)

Enjoy the best of Friday’s 7-game schedule with the NBA.com live blog, featuring all of the meaningful moments, performances, observations, news, notes and highlights.

Friday’s Finals

Philadelphia 76ers 115, Indiana Pacers 105

Detroit Pistons 142, Atlanta Hawks 115

Chicago Bulls 129, Charlotte Hornets 126

Cleveland Cavaliers 130, Washington Wizards 126

Utah Jazz 130, Memphis Grizzlies 126

Dallas Mavericks 119, Brooklyn Nets 111

Minnesota Timberwolves 127, Golden State Warriors 120

Top Performers

  1. Donovan Mitchell: 48 points (17-31 FG, 8-15 3PM, 6-6 FT), 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals in win over Wizards.
  2. Joel Embiid: 39 points (12-23 FG, 2-8 3PM, 13-18 FT), 9 rebounds, 3 assists and one steal in win over Pacers.
  3. Keyonte George: 39 points (12-20 FG, 5-9 3PM, 10-10 FT), 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 2 steals in win over Grizzlies.
  4. Stephen Curry: 39 points (14-28 FG, 6-15 3PM, 5-7 FT), 5 rebounds and 5 assists in loss to Timberwolves.

1:09 AM / DECEMBER 13, 2025

What we know after Friday’s games

  • Joel Embiid dropped a season-high 39 points in Philadelphiaโ€™s 115-105 win over the Pacers.
  • Detroit dominated the Hawks with a balanced effort in their 142-115 victory. Eight Pistons scored in double figures to give them a third consecutive win.
  • In Atlantaโ€™s loss, Jalen Johnson tallied his third straight triple-double (19 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists) and fifth of the season, setting new franchise records. It was the seventh of his career, all with the Hawks, tying Mookie Blaylock for most in team history.
  • Chicago snapped their 7-game losing streak by defeating the Charlotte Hornets, 129-126, despite a career-high 33 points from rookie Kon Knueppel.
  • Donovan Mitchell’s season-high 48 points rescued the Cavaliers from what would have been a difficult road loss to the now 3-20 Wizards. Spida went bonkers with 24 of his 48 points in the fourth quarter. It was his fourth 40-piece of the 2025-26 season through 24 appearances.
  • Keyonte George set a new career-high with 39 points to help the Utah Jazz top the Memphis Grizzlies, 130-126. Kevin Love joined Kevin Durant as the only two players this season to score 20+ points with no turnovers.
  • Dallas won their second straight and fifth in their last six games with their victory over Brooklyn. Anthony Davis (24 points, 14 rebounds) and Cooper Flagg (22 points, 8 assists) were a dynamic duo for the Mavs.
  • Stephen Curry returned from a 5-game absence and cooked for 39 points and six made 3s, but it wasn’t enough for the Warriors to get the win against the Wolves.
  • Donte DiVincenzo knocked down two clutch 3s in crunch time, including the dagger with 27.4 seconds left, to seal Minnesota’s dub.

12:42 AM / DECEMBER 13, 2025

Clutch Wolves take down Warriors, 127-120

Minnesota gets a big time win over the Warriors on the road thanks to timely plays and buckets down the stretch. Julius Randle finishes with a team-high 27 points to go along with 9 rebounds and 6 assists.

Donte DiVincenzo drops 21 points on 7-for-15 shooting with four made 3s, and Rudy Gobert was dominant in the middle with 24 points (11-13 FG) and 14 boards.

The Timberwolves outscore the Warriors 39-29 in the final frame, giving them a 66-44 edge in points in the paint for the contest.

In his first game back from a 5-game absence, Steph Curry goes off for a game-best 39 points (14-28 FG) and six made 3s, adding 5 rebounds and 5 dimes in 32 minutes.

12:30 AM / DECEMBER 13, 2025

DiVincenzo has ice in his veins

Donte DiVincenzo knocks down two clutch triples down the stretch to give Minnesota a 123-118 lead with 27.4 seconds remaining. It’s now 125-120 in favor of the Wolves with 8.1 ticks left.

12:18 AM / DECEMBER 13, 2025

Wolves reel off 17-0 run in 4Q

Minnesota caps a 17-0 run with this hesi floater from Jaden McDaniels (17 points), giving the Wolves their first double digit lead of the contest, 108-96.

Steph Curry and the Warriors come out of a timeout with 5 quick points, cutting the deficit to 108-101. Curry is up to 30 points, 5 boards and 5 assists in 28 minutes, but Golden State still trails 110-106 with 3:45 left in the fourth following a 10-2 run of their own.

11:47 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Chef’s in his bag tonight

Steph Curry mesmerizes Rudy Gobert before getting all the way to the rack for two, giving him a game-high 25 points in 25 minutes.

Julius Randle is right behind Steph, dropping 24 points on 7-for-13 shooting to lead the Wolves in scoring. The Warriors are in the midst of an 8-0 run, helping them take an 87-85 lead with 1:36 remaining in the third.

11:25 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Warriors lead Wolves at the break

Both teams score 30+ in the second quarter, but it’s Golden State’s 36 in the frame that help them secure a 63-61 lead at halftime. Steph Curry leads the Dubs with 16 points on 5-for-10 shooting in 16 minutes.

Julius Randle pours in 19 points on 5-for-10 shooting and a pristine 8-for-8 at the free throw line. With his coast to coast finish above, Jaden McDaniels now has 12 points on 6-for-9 from the field.

Don’t miss the second half, coming up shortly on NBA TV!

11:17 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Keyonte scores career-high 39 in W

Keyonte George cooks for a new career-high with 39 points in Utah’s 130-126 win over Memphis. Lauri Markkanen pours in 26 points with 9 rebounds, and Kevin Love scores 20 points for the first time since January 2024.

All five Memphis starters score at least 12 points, with Santi Aldama (22 points) and Ja Morant (21 points) leading the charge. Cam Spencer put up 20 points on a perfect 6-for-6 shooting from 3-point range in 25 minutes as a reserve.

11:05 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Unreal finish from Steph

Steph Curry dances his way around a great defender in Jaden McDaniels for a ridiculous scoop-in bucket. He’s the only Warrior in double figures with 14 points, while Jimmy Butler III and Quinten Post each have 8 points apiece.

Julius Randle (15 points) and Naz Reid (14 points) combine for 29 points in the first half so far, but the Timberwolves trail the Warriors 56-55 with 1:44 remaining before halftime.

10:56 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

AD dominates in Mavs’ win

Anthony Davis racks up 24 points, 14 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals and 3 blocks in the Mavericks’ 119-111 win over the Nets. Cooper Flagg adds 22 points, 5 boards, 8 assists, a steal and a block in 34 minutes.

Michael Porter, Jr. scores a game-high 34 points on 12-for-20 shooting with six made 3s. Rookie Danny Wolf sparks with 17 points and 7 rebounds while shooting 3-for-3 from long distance in 27 minutes off Brooklyn’s bench.

10:44 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Pistons win third straight

Detroit wins again, this time in a 142-115 rout of the Atlanta Hawks. Eight Pistons score in double figures, led by Isaiah Stewart (17 points), Cade Cunningham (15 points) and Duncan Robinson (15 points).

All five Hawks starters put up at least 10 points, with Jalen Johnson’s 19-point, 11-rebound, 12-assist triple-double the highlight of the evening for the losing squad. Tonight marks the third straight triple-double and fifth overall this season for Johnson, setting new franchise records for Atlanta.

10:29 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Bulls snap 7-game skid

Josh Giddey leads seven Bulls with double figures in their 129-126 comeback victory over the Hornets. Giddey tallies 26 points, 7 rebounds, 11 assists and a steal across 34 minutes, and Coby White pours in 20 points with 5 rebounds.

After being down 61-55 at halftime and 13 in the second half, Chicago outscores Charlotte 74-65 over the final 24 minutes en route to snapping a 7-game losing streak.

Kon Knueppel scores a career-high 33 points (12-21 FG, 5-12 3PM) and matches a personal best with 9 assists in the tough loss. Miles Bridges finishes with 32 points after putting up 16 in the second quarter and 20 in the first half.

10:20 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Steph is back, baby!

Stephen Curry gets the Warriors on the board first as they host the Minnesota Timberwolves on NBA TV. Curry has 8 points on a perfect 3-for-3 shooting and two made 3s, but Golden State trails 14-12 midway through the opening quarter.

10:10 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Mann with an absolute dime

Terance Mann delivers a dot to Noah Clowney for a showtime triple. Mann has 12 points and 5 assists, while Michael Porter, Jr. leads Brooklyn with 27 points (9-14 FG) and five made 3s.

Cooper Flagg (18 points), Anthony Davis (13 points) and Naji Marshall (15 points) lead the way for Dallas, but they trail the Nets, 83-82, with 4:34 remaining in the third quarter.

10:03 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Jazz lead Grizzlies after 3Q

Keyonte George (27 points) and Lauri Markkanen (26 points) are the driving force behind Utah’s 103-97 lead over Memphis after three quarters. Kevin Love has popped off the bench with 17 points and three made 3s in 14 minutes.

Ja Morant is dazzling Grizzlies fans in his return from a month-long absence, putting up 17 points and 9 assists in just 19 minutes. Santi Aldama leads Memphis with 20 points on 7-for-11 shooting.

9:54 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Spida drops 48 in comeback win

Donovan Mitchell pours in 48 points to fuel the Cavs’ 17-point comeback victory over the Wizards tonight in D.C, scoring 24 of those in the final quarter. It’s his fourth 40-point game of the season and his second in the month of December.

All five Cleveland starters score in double figures, and Evan Mobley shines with 23 points (7-17 FG), 13 rebounds and 6 assists across 36 minutes.

CJ McCollum and Bub Carrington each drop 27 points for Washington in the loss. Marvin Bagley III, Kyshawn George and Jamir Watkins finish with 15 points apiece in a balanced effort.

9:41 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Embiid goes for 39 in W

Joel Embiid erupts for a season-high 39 points (12-23 FG, 13-18 FT) to go along with 9 boards, 3 assists and a steal in 32 minutes. VJ Edgecombe chips in 22 points and 5 assists while Paul George adds 23 points, 6 boards and 5 assists in Philly’s 115-105 win over Indiana.

Pascal Siakam finishes with 20 points to lead the Pacers in scoring, and Andrew Nembhard puts up 18 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists in 35 minutes.

9:31 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Cavs climb back in D.C.

Donovan Mitchell has 22 of his 46 points in the fourth quarter, helping Cleveland rally from a 17-point deficit to take a 124-122 lead over the Wizards with 1:00 remaining. Tune in NOW, live on League Pass to see how this one ends!

9:26 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Grizzlies up 64-61 at half

Despite a personal best for a half with 27 points from Keyonte George, Utah trails Memphis 64-61 at halftime. Lauri Markkanen has 15 points and 5 rebounds in 18 minutes.

Rookie Cedric Coward leads Memphis with 15 points and 7 boards on 6-for-6 shooting in 15 minutes of action. Ja Morant has 7 points and 5 dimes in 12 minutes in his first game back since Nov. 15.

9:15 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Bulls rallying in Charlotte

Chicago fights back from a 13-point deficit to take a 5-point lead with less than a minute remaining. Seven Bulls are in double figures scoring, led by Josh Giddey with 20 points to go along with 7 rebounds, 11 dimes and a steal.

The Bulls are up 124-119 over the Hornets with 39.1 seconds left in the contest. Tune in live on League Pass to see the conclusion!

9:10 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Defense fueling Detroit

Despite another outstanding performance from Jalen Johnson (17 points, 11 rebounds, 9 assists, 2 steals) for Atlanta, Detroit’s defense has been a problem for the Hawks all night.

Six Pistons are in double figures, led by Isaiah Stewart, Cade Cunningham and Duncan Robinson with 15 points each. Detroit leads Atlanta 117-87 with 8:49 remaining in the contest on NBA TV.

9:03 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Flagg hammers it home

Cooper Flagg punishes the rim on the breakaway, giving him a team-high 12 points on 6-for-8 shooting.

Michael Porter, Jr. is the high man for Brooklyn with 11 points on 5-for-8 shooting, and the Nets trail the Mavs 26-24 with 1:35 remaining in the first quarter.

8:58 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Heading to the 4th in Philly

The Pacers and 76ers are tied at 90 heading into the fourth quarter, with plenty of highlights coming with Rick Carlisle going for his 1,000th career win as head coach.

Andrew Nembhard is up to 18 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, and Pascal Siakam has 16 points and 4 rebounds. Joel Embiid continues to lead all scorers with 33 points, and rookie VJ Edgecombe adds 20 points, 4 boards, 5 assists and 2 steals.

8:43 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Third quarter flurry in Washington

The Wizards start the second half on a 22-6 run, taking an 82-68 lead over the visiting Cavaliers. CJ McCollum (21 points) and Bub Carrington (19 points) combine for 40 points with 7 made 3s between them.

Darius Garland is struggling for Cleveland, putting up 10 points on 2-for-13 shooting and 0-for-11 from downtown.

8:36 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Embiid balling out in Philly

Joel Embiid is feeling it tonight, pouring in a season- and game-high 30 points on 9-for-17 shooting and 10-for-13 at the charity stripe.

Five Pacers are in double figures midway through the third quarter, led by T.J. McConnell with 13 points off the bench. Indiana trails 79-70 with 6:18 remaining in the period, live on League Pass!

8:24 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Morant already making plays

Ja Morant, who hasn’t played since Nov. 15, gets Memphis on the board with a tough and-1 on their first possession. He’s up to 6 points and one block early, including one made 3.

Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George lead Utah with 8 points apiece, as the Jazz lead the Grizzlies 18-11 in the first quarter, live on League Pass!

8:14 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Bridges erupts for 16 points in 2Q

Miles Bridges pops off with 16 of his 20 first-half points in the second frame, helping Charlotte grab a 61-55 advantage over Chicago at the break. Rookie Kon Knueppel has been stellar, too, dropping 17 points, 4 boards and 5 assists in 17 minutes.

Josh Giddey leads the Bulls with 12 points and 4 assists, while Coby White chips in 9 points and Matas Buzelis adds 8 points and 2 blocks.

8:04 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Pistons cooking in 2Q

Detroit is outscoring Atlanta 23-12 in the second quarter, using a 12-4 run to take a 57-45 lead with 5:12 left before halftime. The Pistons’ bench trio of Isaiah Stewart, Ronald Holland II and Daniss Jenkins all have 8 points apiece.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker is the high man for the Hawks with 13 points and 3 made 3s in 13 minutes.

7:52 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Spida starts hot in D.C.

Donovan Mitchell (13 points) and Evan Mobley (14 points) lead the charge for Cleveland, who are up 45-42 over the Wizards midway through the second quarter.

Bub Carrington has 10 points and 3 assists to lead Washington in both, and Kyshawn George has 9 points in 14 minutes.

7:41 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Edgecombe powering 76ers

Rookie VJ Edgecombe has a game-high 14 points on 5-for-6 shooting with two made 3s in 12 minutes, while Paul George adds 8 points, 3 boards and 2 dimes.

The Pacers and Sixers are tied at 37 with 10:25 remaining in the first half, live now on League Pass!

7:33 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Hawks-Pistons underway in Detroit

Jalen Johnson gets his first bucket of the night on a sweet turnaround jumper. Nickeil Alexander-Walker is on fire to start the contest, scoring 9 points on 3-for-4 shooting from behind the arc.

Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren have 7 points apiece to lead the Pistons, as Detroit leads Atlanta 30-29 with less than two minutes remaining in the first quarter.

7:23 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Buzelis getting crafty

Matas Buzelis finishes a beautiful lefty layup to give Chicago an early 7-5 lead. Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel leads all players with 8 points, but the Bulls own a 17-16 edge midway through the opening quarter.

6:58 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Morant available tonight

Ja Morant is reportedly available to suit up for the Grizzlies’ matchup with the Utah Jazz tonight. Morant hasn’t played since Nov. 15 while battling a calf injury.

6:41 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Cleveland’s starters in Washington

The Cavs will once again be without Jarrett Allen as their starting center as he deals with a finger fracture in his left hand. Evan Mobley, who’s averaging a career-best 1.71 blocks per game, will be the anchor of Cleveland’s defense tonight.

6:15 PM / DECEMBER 12, 2025

Welcome to a 7-game Friday night in the NBA!

Evan Mobley and the Cavaliers are in Washington tonight to take on the 3-19 Wizards. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

In the first of two marquee matchups on NBA TV tonight, the Pistons and Hawks square off in an Eastern Conference showdown (7 ET, NBA TV). Detroit won the previous two outings this season, most recently a 99-98 grudge match back on Dec. 1.

Following a solid 9-7 start to the 2025-26 campaign, Chicago has dropped seven in a row and sits at 9-14 overall. The Bulls pay a visit to the 7-17 Charlotte Hornets (7 ET, League Pass) with both squads looking to get back in the win column.

In Philadelphia, the Pacers will try for a third consecutive win when they battle the 76ers (7 ET, League Pass), who will be playing just their third game this season with both Joel Embiid and Paul George active. Indiana head coach Rick Carlisle is one win shy of becoming the 11th coach in NBA history to reach 1,000 career wins.

The Cleveland Cavaliers are in the nation’s capital to face the 3-19 Washington Wizards (7 ET, League Pass) as they aim to find their offensive rhythm. The Cavs are 2-5 over their last seven contests.

Memphis, a team moving in the opposition direction than Cleveland recently, will try for a third straight victory when they host the Utah Jazz (8 ET, League Pass). The Grizzlies are 5-1 over their last six and 7-3 over their last 10 games. Through their first 14 games of the season, Memphis was 4-10.

In Friday’s lone interconference tilt, the Nets are in Dallas to take on Cooper Flagg and the Mavericks (8:30 ET, League Pass). Both squads are coming off of a win their last time out, and the Mavs have been playing their best basketball of the year so far, going 4-1 over their last five.

For the nightcap on NBA TV, Julius Randle and the Timberwolves face the Warriors in The Bay (10 ET, NBA TV). Anthony Edwards has been ruled out with a foot injury, but there’s a chance Stephen Curry will suit up for Golden State for the first time since Nov. 26 against the Rockets.

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