NBA Friday Roundup: Maxey Explodes, Durant Dominates, and Flagg Scores 49 in High-Scoring Night

Friday, January 30, 2026, delivered an action-packed slate of NBA matchups, highlighted by individual heroics, close finishes, and high-scoring showdowns. From Philadelphia to Phoenix, the league’s stars made their presence felt in front of fans across the country.

76ers Edge Kings in Nail-Biter

The Philadelphia 76ers survived a late Sacramento surge, escaping with a 113–111 win over the Kings. Tyrese Maxey was unstoppable, dropping 40 points and dishing eight assists, carrying the 76ers during critical moments. Sacramento’s DeMar DeRozan kept the Kings competitive with 25 points and eight assists, but Philadelphia’s late composure proved decisive. The Kings briefly cut the deficit to two points in the final minute, but Maxey and the Sixers held on for the narrow victory.

Wizards Outlast Bucks Behind Strong Team Effort

The Washington Wizards earned a 109–99 road win over the Milwaukee Bucks, relying on balanced contributions and a strong finish. Milos Turner tallied 21 points, 14 rebounds, and six blocks for Milwaukee, but the Wizards’ interior presence and bench production, led by A. Sarr’s 16 points and 17 rebounds, helped seal the victory.

Rockets Control Hawks in High-Profile Showdown

The Houston Rockets triumphed 104–86 over the Atlanta Hawks, with Kevin Durant leading the charge with 31 points. CJ McCollum added 23 points for Atlanta, but the Hawks struggled to match Houston’s intensity and perimeter shooting. The Rockets controlled the tempo and limited the Hawks’ scoring bursts throughout the night.

Heat Defeat Bulls in Make-Up Game

In a makeup from January 8, the Miami Heat outlasted the Chicago Bulls, 116–113, in a tightly contested affair. Jabari Jaquez Jr. contributed 19 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists, while Ayo Dosunmu led Chicago with 23 points and seven boards. The game featured multiple lead changes, but the Heat’s late execution allowed them to edge out the Bulls.

Mavericks Top Hornets in Offensive Shootout

The Dallas Mavericks narrowly defeated the Charlotte Hornets 123–121 in a high-octane contest. Cade Flagg was the star of the night, pouring in a career-high 49 points with 10 rebounds, though it wasn’t enough to secure the win. Charlotte’s K. Knueppel had 34 points, but Dallas’ offensive firepower ultimately made the difference.

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COOPER FLAGG TONIGHT:

49 POINTS
10 REBOUNDS
3 ASSISTS
69% FG

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— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) January 30, 2026

Nuggets Hold Off Nets

The Denver Nuggets eked out a 107–103 win over the Brooklyn Nets, with Jamal Murray scoring 27 points and dishing six assists. The Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. had an impressive performance with 38 points and 10 rebounds, but Denver’s defensive adjustments in the final minutes proved crucial.

Suns Dominate Pistons

Phoenix’s Dorian Brooks exploded for 40 points and eight rebounds, leading the Suns to a 114–96 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Detroit’s Jalen Duren had 23 points and 13 rebounds, but Phoenix’s balanced scoring and efficient offense kept them comfortably ahead throughout the night.

Timberwolves Cruise Past Thunder

The Minnesota Timberwolves downed the Oklahoma City Thunder 123–111, hitting 22 three-pointers in a dominant offensive display. Anthony Edwards led the way with 26 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 30 points, six rebounds, and eight assists for the Thunder. Despite SGA’s effort, Minnesota’s sharpshooting and team chemistry proved too much for Oklahoma City.

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