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PHOENIX, AZ – DECEMBER 14: Luka Doncic #77 and the Los Angeles Lakers win a wild one Sunday.

Sunday’s Top Performers⭐⭐⭐

  1. Stephen Curry: 48 points (16-26 FG, 12-19 3PM), three rebounds, two assists, three steals, one block
  2. Shaedon Sharpe: 35 points (12-18 FG, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, four assists, four steals
  3. Jerami Grant: 35 points (12-22 FG, 7-13 3PM), three rebounds, two assists, one block
  4. Paul George: 35 points (11-21 FG, 7-10 3PM), four rebounds, three assists, one block

Storylines from Sunday’s NBA action⬇️⬇️

  1. Brandon Miller forced OT with a clutch three, then Cleveland ran out of gas in overtime as Miller and Kon Knueppel starred in Charlotte’s Sunday afternoon win.
  2. The Suns made Luka Dončić struggle (29 points, 7-25 FG), but Los Angeles survives Phoenix’s comeback in a crazy second half.
  3. STEPHEN CURRY MASTERCLASS. Shaedon Sharpe and Jerami Grant (35 points each) earned Portland a win despite an otherworldly effort from Curry.

11:35 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Portland outguns Stephen Curry’s magic

Players to hit 12+ threes in a game:
– Stephen Curry (5x) — including Sunday’s loss
– Klay Thompson (3x)
– Kobe Bryant
– Zach LaVine
– Damian Lillard
– Donyell Marshall
– Keegan Murray

The Trail Blazers are now 3-0 against Golden State this season…and they have a win over the Thunder. Even 48 points (16-26 FG, 12-19 3PM) from Curry was not enough in the Trail Blazers 136-131 victory.

Curry’s shooting was electrification. Portland could have been sharper bringing perimeter doubles, but largely there was no stopping Curry, who serpentined through teammates, scored off handoffs, and pulled up to knock down from wherever he wanted.

Portland’s defense remains a surprising disappointment this season, but Shaedon Sharpe (35 points, 12-18 FG) and Jerami Grant (35 points, 12-22 FG) put forth arguably their best outing of the season. Sharpe was shifty and smooth at all three levels. Hot shooting from beyond the arc to start the contest translated into his midrange self-creation and downhill balance down the stretch.

Grant (7-13 3PM) was remarkably confident and quick-triggered, leading Portland’s barrage of 20-for-39 3P shooting as a team.

11:06 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Lakers 116, Suns 114: The Ending and Rundown⬇️

Los Angeles wins after a wild ending where no lead was safe. Improving to 18-7 and jumping back into the No. 4 spot in the West, 29 points for Luka Dončić and LeBron James’ 26 points — including 2-3 FT to give Los Angeles their final lead — anchored the offense.

Deandre Ayton had a double-double with 20 points and 13 rebounds. His production was much needed with Austin Reaves (calf) starting a multi-game absence.

The Lakers went on a 24-0 run spanning into the middle of the fourth quarter, but Phoenix punched back to take the lead and overcome the 20-point deficit before Los Angeles got the last laugh.

Devin Booker (27 points, 7-17 FG, 13-16 FT) was sharp, adding six rebounds and seven assists — with only one turnover — to his heavy scoring burden. He and Mark Williams (20 points, 9-10 FG) had one of their best games as a duo.

10:50 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

WHAT A ROLLERCOASTER

DILLON BROOKS, DEVIN BOOKER AND THE SUNS HAVE A RUN OF THEIR OWN UP THE SLEEVE.

Phoenix takes the lead over the Lakers in the final minute after a prior scratch of Los Angeles dominance.

10:38 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Chef.

Stephen Curry — more to come. Curry must be seen to be believed. He still navigates the floor and hits tough shots like no other. He’s in a different mode right now as Golden State has a 83-79 lead over the Trail Blazers midway through Q3.

10:25 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

What a run🤯🤯

A tight game entering Q4 has turned into the Lake Show as Los Angeles moves into a 109-95 advantage with just under five minutes remaining.

However, Phoenix isn’t fading. Devin Booker (27 points, six assists) is the run stopper. The Suns still have time.

10:06 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

JAXSON HAYES RACK ATTACK

Headed into Q4 — Lakers 86, Suns 77

Luka Dončić leads all scorers with 26 points (6-22 FG, 1-11 3PM, 13-14 FT), but a combination of cold shooting and quality defense from Phoenix has created a struggle for the Slovenian.

Jaxson Hayes is bringing energy — headlined by this bodied slam — off the bench with eight points (3-3 FG) and eight rebounds. He has been in a battle with Mark Williams (14 points, three blocks) throughout Sunday’s contest.

9:50 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Stephen Curry underway🍿🍿

9:40 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Pelicans win, Zion impactful in return

Zion Williamson delivered 18 points (7-15 FG), six rebounds, two assists and no turnovers across 27 minutes of action as New Orleans beat Chicago 114-104. Williamson had missed the last six games with a thigh injury.

In addition to Williamson’s presence, Trey Murphy and Jeremiah Fears co-led with 20 points each for the Pelicans.

Coby White matches them with 20 points (8-18 FG, 1-10 3PA) for Chicago, although his shooting struggles from beyond the arc are emblematic of Chicago’s weakpoint on the night. The Bulls connected on just 27.0% of 49 3PA.

9:28 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

No Ant? No problem. Wolves beat Kings

In a tale of two halves where Minnesota opened up a 16-point lead to make the deficit seem greater than it was throughout the majority of the contest, The Timberwolves took care of business with a 117-103 win over Sacramento.

Bones Hyland (18 points, five assists, two turnovers) was efficient and critical as Edwards (foot) and Mike Conley (Achilles) both missed a second consecutive game. Hyland fits Minnesota’s vibe and can be a connective player, so continued success from him would be a notable revelation for the Timberwolves.

Julius Randle led all scorers with 24 points (9-21 FG) while tacking on 10 rebounds. Naz Reid joins him with a double-double at 20 points and 11 rebounds.

9:15 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

The Beautiful Game. PHX and LAL tied at halftime.

Phoenix ball movement on this possession🔥🔥🔥🔥
Phoenix has 19 assists on 25 buckets as opposed to just nine assists on 21 buckets for the Lakers.

The Suns and Lakers are tied 62 apiece. Luka Dončić leads all scorers with 17 points (5-12 FG, 6-7 FT). LeBron James co-stars with 15 points (4-7 FG, 7-10 FT), but has been plagued by six turnovers.

Phoenix has a trio of double-digit scorers led by Royce O’Neale (12 points), Devin Booker (10 points) and Mark Williams (10 points).

8:51 PM / December 14, 2025

Hawks win a battle. Emerge 120-117

Paul George’s 35 points (11-21 FG, 7-10 3PM) came in primetime fashion, featuring self-created threes and patented midrange, but Atlanta survives in a game that was never separated by more than 10 points throughout the second half.

Dyson Daniels delivered a season-high 27 points (13-19 FG). Vit Krejci (19 points, 4-6 3PM) continued solidifying his position as one of the top shooters off the bench in the league.

Philadelphia was playing without Tyrese Maxey (illness), leading to extra usage for VJ Edgecombe (26 points, 9-21 FG). Joel Embiid looked spry en route to 22 points and 14 rebounds in 30 minutes of action.

Jalen Johnson has secured his fourth straight triple-double, tied with Nikola Jokic for the longest triple-double streak in the NBA this season. He now owns eight career triple-doubles, setting Atlanta’s franchise record by passing Mookie Blaylock (7).

 

8:36 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Showtime Wolves

Julius Randle steal –> Donte DiVincenzo outlet catch then between-the-legs dump off –> Bones Hyland cameo –> Jaden McDaniels slam.

Randle is amid a big night with 17 points, six rebounds, three assists, three steals and zero turnovers to lead all scorers. McDaniels (13 points) and DiVincenzo (11 points) join him as double-digit scores for Minnesota — possessing a 66-56 lead early in the third quarter.

Rudy Gobert then joins the fun with a vicious putback slam after some nice ball movement from Minnesota.

8:21 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

PG🔥🔥🔥

Paul George feeling dangerous! He’s hot and running the show for Philadelphia as the 76ers battle the Hawks.

Catch the final 2 minutes on League Pass.

8:14 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Welcome back Zion

Logging his first action since Nov. 29, Zion Williamson is up to 11 points (4-8 FG) as New Orleans holds a 52-47 lead over Chicago at the half.

8:03 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Asa Newell in the building!

The rookie making an impact👀👀

The Georgia product is a super-athlete PF, capable of making lots of plays like this⬇️⬇️

7:50 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Playmaking in Atlanta

VJ Edgecombe (24 points, 8-17 FG), Paul George (21 points 7-13 FG), Dyson Daniels (25 points, 10-15 FG), and Vit Krejci (19 points, 6-8 FG) are hooping in a tight game headed to Q4.

Atlanta 94, Philadelphia 91.

Both teams have combined to knock down 25-of-56 3PA😳😳

7:33 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Pelicans’ youth back at it

REVERSE HEADTAPPER BY TREY MURPHY🤯🤯

The Derik Queen and Trey Murphy connection is legitimately becoming a nightly highlight reel.

PG Jeremiah Fears’ specialty is getting to the cup, but he shows off some physicality and poise creating space and sinking a baseline jumper.

The Pelicans trail 26-21 vs. Chicago at the end of the first quarter.

7:09 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Balanced Brooklyn attack🧘🧘

Brooklyn has seven players with at least eight points, accounting for the majority of the team’s 65 and a 65-48 halftime lead over Milwaukee.

Kyle Kuzma paces the Bucks with 13 points (6-10 FG) and six rebounds, continuing a hot week for the 30 year old.

6:44 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Paul George getting goin♨️♨️

George has a team-high 17 points (5-11 FG, 4-5 3PM), going toe-to-toe with Vit Krejci (14 points, 4-5 FG, 3-4 3PM) in a shooter’s battle.

Atlanta leads Philadelphia 54-49 with three minutes remaining in Q2.

6:13 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Hornets win, hold Cleveland scoreless in OT

Charlotte’s young duo of Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller fueled a 119-111 OT victory over Cleveland in a gritty affair that featured the Hornets playing with more energy throughout the majority of regulation.

That aforementioned duo is making noise.

Knueppel has averaged 20.0 points, 5.9 rebounds and 3.9 assists on 62 TS% over his last 20 games. He joins Steve Francis (2000) and Michael Jordan (1985) as the only rookies since 1982-83 to exceed 20-5-3 over any 20-game span.

Brandon Miller notched the first game of his career with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.

Darius Garland (26 points, 8-19 FG) continues navigating a difficult toe injury, but he kept Cleveland’s offense afloat while Donovan Mitchell (17 points, 6-24 FG) was stifled. Jaylon Tyson (16 points, 13 rebounds) extends his double-digit scoring streak to a career-high seven games.

5:57 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Chaos for the Cavs, Brandon Miller equalizes🎯

A scramble drill and backcourt pressure from Lonzo Ball leads to a Jaylon Tyson (16 points) floater for the lead, but Brandon Miller (23 points) immediately responds on the other end.

Tied at 111 with 5 seconds remaining, Donovan Mitchell’s midrange jumper hits back iron and overtime is coming in Cleveland.

5:49 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Wizards make Indiana disappear, 108-89

With a plus-15 advantage in the rebounding battle, Marvin Bagley III (23 points, 14 rebounds) and Justin Champagne (13 points, 14 rebounds) keyed the effort in a near wire-to-wire victory for Washington.

Indiana mustered just 36.9% shooting from the field as a team. Bennedict Mathurin (15 points, 3-9 FG, 8-8 FT) led the Pacers in scoring, while Isaiah Jackson (12 points, 11 rebounds) posted his fifth double-double of the season and first since Nov. 29.

5:21 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Cleveland comeback👀👀

Getting tight down the stretch in Cleveland! The Cavaliers have surged in Q4, but Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller have delivered timely buckets to keep Charlotte ahead.

Clutch defense from rookie Sion James has also been big in limiting Donovan Mitchell (17 points) to 6-for-19 shooting).

4:35 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Good ball for Charlotte

Kon Knueppel leads all scorers with 12 points (5-9 FG), as a smooth first half for Charlotte ends in a 57-47 lead.

The Hornets are 10-for-23 from deep compared to Cleveland connecting on just 29.4% of 17 3PA thus far.

Jarrett Allen is an uncharacteristic 1-for-6 from the field, while Donovan Mitchell and Jaylon Tyson each have nine points to lead Cleveland’s offense.

4:12 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Wizards imposing will, up 58-47 at halftime

Physicality is becoming a storyline in Indiana, as Washington owns a 35-23 lead in the rebounding battle. Marvin Bagley has 11 points and seven rebounds to lead the Wizards in both categories.

Indiana has just 20 points in the paint despite Washington’s only rim protector, Alex Sarr (thigh), being unavailable.

4:00 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Charlotte beating Cleveland early

The Hornets offense is flowing with 12 consecutive assisted buckets to start the game. A 33-29 leads rests in Charlotte’s favor at the end of Q1.

Sion James and Kon Knueppel co-lead with a game-high nine points, while Cleveland counters with a balanced attack.

3:36 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Hot start in Indiana

The Wizards and Pacers are combining to shoot 10-for-19 from deep through the first quarter, ending in a 32-31 lead for Indiana.

Jarace Walker (nine points 4-5 FG) leads all scorers, while rookie Tre Johnson (six points) has been impressive as well —  looking active defensively while hitting a beautiful early-offense movement 3.

2:53 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

What it’s all about👏👏

Pascal Siakam shows love to the fans in advance of Indiana’s tipoff against Washington.

The 10-year vet, in his second full season with Indiana, is averaging a career-high 24.3 points across 24 appearances.

2:30 PM / DECEMBER 14, 2025

Tuesday in Vegas👀👀

Victor Wembanyama and Dylan Harper are back in stride, while Jalen Brunson and the Knicks are playing with a ton of composure. An epic showdown is on tap for who will lift the Emirates NBA Cup.

 

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