NBA Roundup: Magic outlast Warriors, Pistons stay red-hot, and Lakers light up Jazz in busy Wednesday slate

A packed Wednesday in the NBA delivered everything from historic performances to streak-extending wins, with several teams making major statements across the league.

Magic Hold Off Warriors Behind Bane’s All-Around Spark

In Orlando, the Magic protected home court with a 121-113 win over the Golden State Warriors, leaning on Desmond Bane’s 23 points, six rebounds, and five steals.

Despite the loss, Stephen Curry poured in 34 points and nine assists, continuing to carry the Warriors offensively. Golden State slipped to 9–7, while Orlando improved to 8–7.

Celtics Climb Over .500 After Stifling Nets in 4th Quarter

The Boston Celtics used a dominant final frame to pull away and beat the Brooklyn Nets 113–99, finally rising above .500 at 8–7.

Jaylen Brown led the charge with 29 points, while Payton Pritchard added 22 points and 10 boards, a double-double that gave Boston an edge in crucial stretches.

Brooklyn’s Michael Porter Jr. posted 25 points, but the Nets faltered late, dropping to 2–12.

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Pistons Extend Win Streak to 11, Their Longest in 18 Years

The red-hot Detroit Pistons continued their stunning climb with a 120–112 win over the injury-hit Atlanta Hawks, marking their 11th straight victory—the franchise’s best streak since 2007.

Returning from injury, Cade Cunningham starred with 25 points and 10 assists, while Hawks forward Jalen Johnson nearly answered with a triple-double (25-8-9), but Detroit proved too steady in crunch time.

Fox, Barnes Power Spurs Past Grizzlies in Star-Less Duel

Even without headliners Victor Wembanyama and Ja Morant, the Spurs and Grizzlies delivered a competitive matchup, with San Antonio taking a 111–101 victory.

De’Aaron Fox’s 26 points and Harrison Barnes’ 23 fueled the Spurs, now 10–4.
Memphis’ Vince Williams Jr. flirted with a triple-double (14-9-9) in an otherwise tough road outing.

LeBron Makes Historic Season Debut as Luka Drops 37 in Lakers’ 140-126 Win

History was made in Los Angeles as LeBron James debuted in his record-setting 23rd NBA season, posting 11 points and 12 assists in limited action.

But it was Luka Dončić who owned the night, exploding for 37 points and 10 assists, leading the Lakers to a high-octane 140–126 win over the Utah Jazz.

Utah rookie Keyonte George finished with 34 points, keeping the Jazz competitive until late.

Suns Pull Away Late to Beat Trail Blazers

In Portland, the Phoenix Suns used a strong second-half surge to secure a 127–110 win, improving to 9–6.

Devin Booker paced Phoenix with 19 points, while Shaedon Sharpe led all Blazers with 29 points in a losing effort as Portland fell to 6–8.

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