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Paul George, Tyrese Maxey lead 76ers over Hornets 110-104 to earn first first back-to-back wins

Paul George, Tyrese Maxey lead 76ers over Hornets 110-104 to earn first first back-to-back wins

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Bucks advance in NBA Cup as Antetokounmpo and Lillard key 128-107 win over Pistons

Bucks advance in NBA Cup as Antetokounmpo and Lillard key 128-107 win over Pistons

DETROIT (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points and Damian Lillard had 27, lifting the surging Milwaukee Bucks to a 128-107 win over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night and into the NBA Cup quarterfinals.
NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Wizards 118-87, extending Washington's losing streak to 15

NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Wizards 118-87, extending Washington's losing streak to 15

CLEVELAND (AP) — Donovan Mitchell scored 19 points and Evan Mobley had 19 points and 10 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Wizards 118-87 on Tuesday night, extending Washington’s losing streak to 15.
Lakers push back return date for long-injured Jarred Vanderbilt amid new knee problem

Lakers push back return date for long-injured Jarred Vanderbilt amid new knee problem

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has experienced a fluid buildup in his left knee during his injury rehabilitation, delaying his return until at least January.
Analysis: The NBA's 3-point craze is only getting crazier, with the Celtics leading the charge

Analysis: The NBA's 3-point craze is only getting crazier, with the Celtics leading the charge

Make more 3-pointers than your opponent in this NBA era, and you’re likely to win. Make a lot more 3s than your opponent, and you’re almost certain to win. The Boston Celtics are clearly banking on that thinking as they seek back-to-back titles.

Los Angeles faces Miami for non-conference matchup

Los Angeles Lakers (12-9, eighth in the Western Conference) vs. Miami Heat (9-10, seventh in the Eastern Conference) Miami; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.
Timberwolves blow out Lakers 109-80 behind Randle, Gobert and tough defense

Timberwolves blow out Lakers 109-80 behind Randle, Gobert and tough defense

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Julius Randle scored 18 points and Rudy Gobert had 17 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Los Angeles Lakers 109-80 on Monday night.
LeBron's jumper is off, and the Lakers are struggling on offense

LeBron's jumper is off, and the Lakers are struggling on offense

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — LeBron James is in quite the shooting slump — especially from long distance.
Nets play without forward Cam Johnson because of an ankle injury

Nets play without forward Cam Johnson because of an ankle injury

CHICAGO (AP) — The depleted Brooklyn Nets played without key forward Cam Johnson on Monday night against the Chicago Bulls. Johnson was sidelined by a sprained left ankle. He scored 26 points in Brooklyn's 100-92 loss to Orlando on Sunday.
Bulls guard Coby White sidelined for victory over the Nets because of an ankle injury

Bulls guard Coby White sidelined for victory over the Nets because of an ankle injury

CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Bulls guard Coby White missed Monday night's 128-102 victory over Brooklyn because of a sprained left ankle. White got hurt in the first half of Friday night's 138-129 loss to Boston.