2024-02-29 06:18:57
After three wins in the National Basketball Association (NBA), the Toronto Raptors suffered another defeat. The Canadians lost on Wednesday (local time) once morest the Dallas Mavericks 125:136. Jakob Pöltl, who had suffered an ankle injury in Indianapolis two days earlier, was part of the game. The center from Vienna recorded 16 points, seven rebounds, six assists, four steals and two blocks in 29:10 minutes.
In the first of four consecutive home games, the Raptors still led 67:66 at halftime. In the third quarter, however, the guests took command and then mightn’t let the victory be taken away from them. Luka Doncic, who turned 25 on Wednesday, gave himself a birthday present with a triple-double of 30 points, 16 assists and eleven rebounds.
Toronto was led by Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett with 28 and 26 points, respectively. The Canadians host the Golden State Warriors on Friday.
With a sensational finish, the Lakers won the city derby in Los Angeles. They won the last quarter once morest the Clippers with 39:16 and thus the prestigious duel with 116:112. LeBron James scored 19 of his 34 points in the final period. Anthony Davis contributed 20 points and twelve rebounds. For the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard was the most successful scorer with 26 points.
Defending champion Denver Nuggets celebrated their 40th win of the season with a 117:96 win once morest the Sacramento Kings. Jamal Murray recorded 32 points. Nikola Jokic scored three times in double figures with 14 points and rebounds as well as eleven assists.
NBA result from Wednesday: Toronto Raptors (16 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists in 29:10 minutes by Jakob Pöltl) – Dallas Mavericks 125:136.
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