NBA Round up: Nikola Jokic explodes for 55 as Steph Curry drops 46 for the Warriors, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shines in high-scoring NBA Thursday slate

It was a night of fireworks across the NBA on Thursday, November 13 (PH time), as superstars took center stage — from Nikola Jokic’s historic scoring night to Stephen Curry’s vintage explosion and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s continued dominance.

Jokic Erupts for 55 as Nuggets Roll Past Clippers

 

Two-time MVP Nikola Jokic delivered one of the finest performances of his career, erupting for 55 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists as the Denver Nuggets overpowered the Los Angeles Clippers, 130-116, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood.

 

Jokic, who shot efficiently and dictated tempo all night, powered Denver to its eighth win of the season, improving to 8-2 on the road. The Serbian center’s offensive clinic neutralized James Harden’s 23-point effort for the struggling Clippers (3-7).

 

Curry’s 46 Lifts Warriors Over Spurs Despite Wemby’s Triple-Double

 

Over in San Antonio, Stephen Curry turned back the clock with 46 points, including seven three-pointers, to lead the Golden State Warriors to a thrilling 125-120 win over Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs.

 

Wembanyama was sensational in defeat, notching 31 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists for his first career triple-double, but Curry’s relentless shooting flurry in the second half sealed it for the Dubs, who improved to 7-6.

 

SGA and Thunder Dominate Lakers Again

 

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued his MVP-level form, torching the Los Angeles Lakers for 30 points and 9 assists as the Oklahoma City Thunder cruised to a 121-92 rout at Paycom Center.

 

The Thunder (12-1 home record) overwhelmed Luka Doncic and the Lakers early, building a 40-point first-half lead they never relinquished. Doncic finished with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, but couldn’t spark a comeback.

 

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NIKOLA JOKIC TONIGHT:

55 POINTS
12 REBOUNDS
6 ASSISTS
18/23 FGM
5/6 3PM
+28 +/-
34 MINUTES

BEST IN THE WORLD. pic.twitter.com/k21QbggrxE

— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) November 13, 2025

STEPH CURRY TONIGHT:

46 POINTS
5 REBOUNDS
5 ASSISTS
2 STEALS
13/25 FGM

UNBELIEVABLE LONGEVITY.

(VIA @realapp) pic.twitter.com/7hUWxo5pq4

— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) November 13, 2025

Allen Joins Elite Company, Cavs Cool Down Heat

 

In Miami, Jarrett Allen powered the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 130-116 win over the Heat with a dominant 30-point, 10-rebound double-double.

 

Cleveland broke open the game with a 37-point fourth quarter, improving to 8-4. Norman Powell led the Heat with 27 points, but Miami faltered late after holding a halftime advantage.

 

Celtics Blow Out Grizzlies at Home

 

The Boston Celtics continued their fine form with a commanding 131-95 win over the Memphis Grizzlies at TD Garden.

 

Payton Pritchard was everywhere with 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 9 assists, while the Celtics’ defense held Memphis to just 21 points in the fourth. Santi Aldama led the Grizzlies with 14 points, but they dropped to 4-9.

 

Magic Outclass Knicks in the Garden

 

At Madison Square Garden, Franz Wagner led the Orlando Magic past the New York Knicks, 124-107, with 28 points and 9 rebounds.

 

The Magic’s ball movement and shooting proved too much for the Knicks, despite Jalen Brunson’s 31 points. Orlando improved to 6-6, maintaining pace in the East’s mid-tier race.

 

Rockets Cruise Past Wizards

 

The Houston Rockets dismantled the Washington Wizards, 135-112, behind Amen Thompson’s 18 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals.

 

Alex Sarr impressed in a losing effort for Washington with 25 points and 11 boards, but the Wizards fell to a league-worst 1-11.

 

Sharpe Shines as Blazers Top Pelicans

 

In New Orleans, Shaedon Sharpe poured in 35 points to propel the Portland Trail Blazers to a 125-117 victory over the Pelicans.

 

David Queen led the home team with 26 points and 7 rebounds, but Portland’s late-game execution proved decisive.

 

Hawks Crush Kings Behind Jalen Johnson’s All-Around Game

 

Jalen Johnson flirted with a triple-double — 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists — as the Atlanta Hawks steamrolled the Sacramento Kings, 133-100.

 

Atlanta controlled the game from the start, building a 25-point halftime lead and cruising to their seventh win of the season.

 

Other Results

 

Charlotte Hornets 111, Milwaukee Bucks 100 – Ryan Kalkbrenner led Charlotte with 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 blocks; the Hornets improved to 4-7.

 

Detroit Pistons 124, Chicago Bulls 113 – Paul Reed erupted for 28 points, 13 rebounds, and 6 assists, outdueling rookie Matas Buzelis (21 points, 14 boards).

 

Phoenix Suns 123, Dallas Mavericks 114 – Devin Booker led a balanced Suns attack with 26 points and 9 assists as Phoenix improved to 7-5. 

 

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