Basketball

NBA roundup: Brooks scores 27 points as Rockets edge Raptors 114-110

TORONTO (AP) — Canadian Dillon Brooks scored 27 points, Jalen Green had 22 and the Houston Rockets won in Toronto for the first time in more than five years by beating the struggling Raptors 114-110 on Sunday night.

Dec 22, 2024 9:48 PM Read more >

Jokic overcomes slow start for triple-double in the Nuggets' 132-129 OT win over the Pelicans

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Nikola Jokic overcame a slow scoring start for his ninth triple-double of the season, finishing with 27 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists in the Denver Nuggets' 132-129 overtime victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday nigh

Dec 22, 2024 8:19 PM Read more >

Walter provides bright spot for struggling Raptors in 114-110 loss to Rockets

TORONTO — Ja’Kobe Walter didn’t hesitate. After making three early triples to begin Sunday’s game against the Houston Rockets, the Toronto Raptors' rookie suddenly found big man Alperen Sengun defending him.

Dec 22, 2024 8:10 PM Read more >

Brooks lifts visiting Rockets to 114-110 win over struggling Raptors

TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors blew an early 16-point lead and saw their NBA losing streak reach seven games in a tight 114-110 defeat to the Houston Rockets on Sunday at Scotiabank Arena. Dillon Brooks of Mississauga, Ont.

Dec 22, 2024 6:45 PM Read more >

Pacers use 70-point second half to rout Kings 122-95 for their fourth straight victory

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Pascal Siakam had 19 points and 10 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers dominated the second half to rout the Sacramento Kings 122-95 on Sunday.

Dec 22, 2024 6:26 PM Read more >

Thunder sign defensive guard Alex Caruso to multi-year extension

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder announced Sunday that they have signed Alex Caruso to a multi-year extension. Caruso’s agent, Greg Lawrence, confirmed ESPN’s report that it is a four-year, $81 million deal.

Dec 22, 2024 4:56 PM Read more >

Magic center Moritz Wagner will miss remainder of season with torn ACL in left knee

Orlando center Moritz Wagner will miss the remainder of the season with a torn ACL in his left knee, that news coming to the injury-riddled Magic one day after they pulled off one of the more improbable wins in franchise history.

Dec 22, 2024 12:41 PM Read more >

John Wall gives broadcasting a try, while still holding out hope for one more NBA shot

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — John Wall was at the G League Winter Showcase last year, trying out, hoping to get back in the game. He did the same thing this year, without stepping foot on the court. The No.

Dec 22, 2024 10:24 AM Read more >

Memphis puts home win streak on the line against Los Angeles

Los Angeles Clippers (16-13, eighth in the Western Conference) vs. Memphis Grizzlies (20-9, second in the Western Conference) Memphis, Tennessee; Monday, 8 p.m.

Dec 22, 2024 12:04 AM Read more >

Kings face the Pacers on 3-game skid

Indiana Pacers (13-15, eighth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Sacramento Kings (13-16, 12th in the Western Conference) Sacramento, California; Sunday, 6 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Kings -2.5; over/under is 235.

Dec 22, 2024 12:04 AM Read more >