NBA ROUNDUP: Jamal Murray drops 52, KAT dominates, and Spurs edge Magic in thriller — December 4, 2025

A packed Thursday slate delivered huge performances, statement wins, and another night of wild stat lines across the NBA. From Jamal Murray’s explosion to Karl-Anthony Towns’ monster night, here’s everything you missed from a busy evening of hoops action.

Blazers stay hot, overpower Cavaliers 122–110 behind Avdija’s near triple-double

The Portland Trail Blazers continued their steady climb with a composed 122–110 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Portland’s balanced attack was anchored by Deni Avdija, who flirted with a triple-double with 27 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists, orchestrating the Blazers’ offense with poise.

Cleveland tried to hang on behind Evan Mobley’s 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 blocks, but Portland’s hot shooting and stronger second-half defensive stretch kept the Cavs at bay. With the win, Portland improves to 9–13, while Cleveland drops to 13–10.

Jamal Murray explodes for 52 as Nuggets blast Pacers 135–120

Denver’s offensive machine was unstoppable, and Jamal Murray delivered one of the best scoring displays of the year—52 points and 6 rebounds—as the Nuggets dominated the Pacers on the road.

The Nuggets set the tone early with a 39-point second quarter and never let Indiana recover. The Pacers attempted a late push behind Pascal Siakam’s 23 points, but Denver’s firepower was simply too much. The win bumps the Nuggets to 15–6 and secures their spot among the West’s elite.

Spurs edge Magic 114–112 in tight finish; Fox leads the way

San Antonio pulled out a gritty 114–112 win over the Orlando Magic in one of the closest games of the night. De’Aaron Fox steered the Spurs with 31 points, using his speed to control the tempo late in the fourth.

Orlando nearly stole the game as Franz Wagner’s 25 points and 6 assists kept the Magic in striking distance. But San Antonio’s defense tightened in the final minute, delivering their 15th win of the season.

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JAMAL MURRAY TONIGHT:

52 POINTS
6 REBOUNDS
4 ASSISTS
19/25 FGM
10/11 3PM
+23 +/-
36 MINUTES

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— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) December 4, 2025

Clippers dominate Hawks 115–92 as Harden shines

LA Clippers snapped out of their slump with a commanding 115–92 win over the Atlanta Hawks. James Harden was in full control, posting 27 points, 9 assists, and 3 steals while orchestrating the Clippers’ best two-way performance in weeks.

Atlanta struggled to find rhythm, though Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s 21 points provided a rare bright spot. The Clippers cruised after a 39-point third quarter that blew the game wide open.

Towns, Brunson power Knicks past Hornets 119–104

The New York Knicks fed off the MSG energy once again, leaning on their stars in a 119–104 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. Karl-Anthony Towns delivered a monstrous 35 points and 18 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson added 26 points, giving the Knicks inside-outside dominance.

Charlotte’s LaMelo Ball fired back with 34 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists, keeping the Hornets within striking range early. But New York’s third-quarter surge proved too much, improving their record to 14–7.

Porter drops 33 as Nets outlast Bulls 113–103

The Brooklyn Nets got a major boost from Michael Porter Jr.’s 33-point, 10-rebound double-double to secure a 113–103 win over the Chicago Bulls. Brooklyn controlled the boards and perimeter, while Porter’s tough shot-making created separation in the second half.

Chicago’s Josh Giddey recorded a triple-double—28 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists, but lacked support as the Nets pulled away late to snap their recent skid.

Rockets roll over Kings 121–95 behind Sengun’s strong outing

Houston powered past the Sacramento Kings 121–95 in one of the most lopsided contests of the night. The Rockets were locked in defensively and pushed the pace on offense, with Alperen Sengun leading the charge with 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 steals.

Sacramento got a solid showing from Mason Raynaud (25 points, 6 rebounds), but the Kings’ lack of consistency on both ends allowed Houston to run away early and never look back.

Bucks rally late to hold off Pistons 113–109

Milwaukee used a big fourth quarter to erase Detroit’s upset hopes, escaping with a 113–109 win. Ryan Rollins led the Bucks with 22 points and 8 assists, steadying the offense during the late-game push.

Detroit got another all-around performance from Cade Cunningham, who finished with 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, but the Pistons couldn’t close out in crunch time.

Mavericks handle Heat 118–108 behind Nembhard’s playmaking

The Dallas Mavericks protected home court with a smooth 118–108 victory over the Miami Heat. Andrew Nembhard dished out 13 assists to go with 15 points, controlling the game and setting up Dallas’ balanced attack.

Miami got a strong outing from Kel’el Ware (22 points, 10 rebounds), but the Heat were outpaced in the third quarter as the Mavs pulled away for good.

STAR PERFORMERS OF THE DAY

Jamal Murray — Denver Nuggets

52 PTS, 6 REB
A scoring masterclass as he torched Indiana and led Denver to a statement road win.

Karl-Anthony Towns — New York Knicks

35 PTS, 18 REB, 5 AST
A monstrous two-way performance, overpowering Charlotte from start to finish.

 Michael Porter Jr. — Brooklyn Nets

33 PTS, 10 REB
A smooth and efficient double-double that buried Chicago’s comeback hopes.

Deni Avdija — Portland Trail Blazers

27 PTS, 8 REB, 7 AST
Nearly a triple-double as he led the Blazers to a comfortable win over Cleveland.

De’Aaron Fox — San Antonio Spurs

31 PTS
Ignited the Spurs in a tight finish against the Orlando Magic.

 LaMelo Ball — Charlotte Hornets

34 PTS, 8 REB, 9 AST
Kept the Hornets competitive with an explosive all-around outing.

Alperen Sengun — Houston Rockets

28 PTS, 10 REB, 4 STL
Controlled the game on both ends in a dominant Houston win.

Josh Giddey — Chicago Bulls

28 PTS, 11 REB, 11 AST
A triple-double in a losing effort, showcasing versatility and control.

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