NBA Roundup: Big Nights, Late Runs, and Road Wins Highlight Tuesday Action

Tuesday’s NBA slate delivered a little of everything — breakout performances from young stars, veteran-led closing stretches, and crucial wins that could shape the playoff picture as the season hits its midpoint.

Jazz Silence Cleveland Crowd Behind Keyonte George Masterclass

Utah Jazz 123, Cleveland Cavaliers 112

Utah turned Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse into its own stage as Keyonte George orchestrated a composed road victory, finishing with 32 points and nine assists. The Jazz established early control, then responded calmly when Cleveland surged in the second quarter behind its interior play.

Utah’s ability to score in bunches after halftime proved decisive, as they consistently punished defensive lapses and won the tempo battle. Cleveland struggled to generate clean looks late, settling for contested shots as the Jazz widened the gap in the final period.

Evan Mobley came close to a triple-double with 15 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists, serving as the Cavaliers’ most consistent presence, but the lack of sustained perimeter scoring ultimately hurt the home side.

Pacers Grind Out Tight Win Over Celtics

Indiana Pacers 98, Boston Celtics 96

In one of the night’s most physical contests, Indiana leaned on execution and defensive discipline to edge Boston in a low-scoring affair. Pascal Siakam delivered across the board with 21 points, eight rebounds, and six assists, providing steady offense whenever the Pacers needed a basket.

Both teams struggled to find rhythm offensively, particularly in the fourth quarter, where every possession carried weight. Indiana’s ability to force tough shots and protect the ball late proved to be the difference.

Payton Pritchard paced Boston with 23 points and eight assists, keeping the Celtics within striking distance, but missed opportunities down the stretch prevented a late comeback.

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Tyrese Maxey tonight:

33 Points
4 Rebounds
2 Assists
10/16 FGM
6/9 3PM
7/7 FTM
+13 +/-
35 Minutes pic.twitter.com/Vu11sK1qRy

— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) January 13, 2026

Maxey Ignites Early Surge as 76ers Control Raptors

Philadelphia 76ers 115, Toronto Raptors 102

Philadelphia wasted no time asserting itself, exploding out of the gate behind Tyrese Maxey’s scoring burst. The All-Star guard finished with 33 points, spearheading a dominant first half that gave the 76ers full control of the contest.

While Toronto showed resilience after the break, trimming the deficit through improved ball movement and transition scoring, the Raptors were never able to fully swing the momentum. Philadelphia answered each run with timely baskets to maintain a comfortable cushion.

Brandon Ingram led Toronto with 17 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists, but the Raptors’ slow start ultimately dictated the outcome.

Mavericks Stay Steady to Hold Off Nets

Dallas Mavericks 113, Brooklyn Nets 105

Dallas showcased composure in the closing minutes to fend off a pesky Brooklyn squad. Rookie Cooper Flagg continued to impress, tallying 27 points and three steals, including several timely defensive plays that halted Nets rallies.

The Mavericks built separation through balanced scoring and ball movement, then leaned on defensive stops late to protect their lead. Brooklyn made multiple pushes but struggled to string together stops when it mattered most.

Michael Porter Jr. carried the Nets offensively with 28 points and nine rebounds, keeping Brooklyn within range, though Dallas’ control of key moments proved decisive.

Kings’ Balance Beats Lakers Despite Dončić Brilliance

Sacramento Kings 124, Los Angeles Lakers 112

Luka Dončić delivered one of the night’s most electric performances, erupting for 42 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists, but Sacramento answered with depth, pace, and execution.

The Kings consistently found scoring from multiple spots on the floor, preventing the Lakers from loading up on one primary option. Sacramento seized control in the second half, capitalizing on defensive breakdowns and converting at the free-throw line to maintain separation.

DeMar DeRozan led the Kings with 32 points, six assists, and three steals, anchoring the offense and closing the door whenever Los Angeles threatened to rally.

Clippers Pull Away Late Against Hornets

LA Clippers 117, Charlotte Hornets 109

The Clippers saved their best basketball for the closing stretch, leaning on James Harden’s playmaking and poise to secure a home victory at Intuit Dome. Harden finished with 32 points, 10 assists, and four steals, controlling the game’s tempo in crunch time.

Charlotte remained competitive through three quarters, fueled by LaMelo Ball’s aggressiveness and rebounding from the guard spot. However, defensive lapses and turnovers in the final frame allowed the Clippers to pull away.

Ball led the Hornets with 25 points and nine rebounds, but Los Angeles’ experience and execution down the stretch proved too much.

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