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The Oklahoma City Thunder extended their winning streak to fourteen games with a dominant victory over the Dallas Mavericks, 132-111. Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexanders 33 points, the Thunder showcased their offensive prowess, shooting 56% from the field and 40% from three. Despite several key players sidelined, every active Thunder player contributed to the win, highlighting their strong roster and impressive depth. With a 22-1 record, the Thunder are poised to be a dominant force this season.

The Dallas Mavericks suffered a significant defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder, ending their winning streak. The Thunder, considered the NBAs top team, dominated the game with a score of 132-111. The Mavericks struggled, particularly in the second quarter, after a controversial foul call that sparked a Thunder run. Despite the large deficit and upcoming game, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd kept starters in, raising questions. Anthony Davis, largely guarded and facing double teams, scored just two points, potentially impacting his trade value. The game also raised concerns about Caleb Martins performance and Jaden Hardys limited playing time.

The Chicago Bulls are enduring a dismal losing streak, having lost their last six games, including defeats against top teams like the Pelicans, Hornets, Pacers, Magic, and Nets. Despite a promising start against the Pacers, featuring a strong performance from Matas Buzelis, the teams defensive issues and turnovers proved costly. The Pacers, a low-scoring team, shot an impressive fifty-three point six percent from the field and forty-six point two percent from beyond the arc, draining eighteen three-pointers. The Bulls defensive meltdown, particularly in the third quarter, allowed the Pacers to pull away, ultimately securing a win for Indiana.

The Denver Nuggets staged an astonishing comeback, overcoming a 23-point deficit against the Atlanta Hawks, to win by a single point. Nikola Jokic led the charge, scoring 40 points in the second half, as the Nuggets extended their road winning streak to 9 games.

The Atlanta Hawks suffered a disheartening loss against the Denver Nuggets, extending their losing streak to three games. Despite a promising start, the Hawks couldnt maintain their lead, ultimately falling short due to second-half struggles. Jalen Johnson shone with a historic triple-double, but it wasnt enough to secure a win. The Nuggets impressive comeback, fueled by their strong paint defense and efficient shooting, proved to be the deciding factor. This loss raises concerns about the Hawks lineup adjustments, particularly their use of a three-guard bench lineup and keeping Kristaps Porzingis on the bench.

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The Utah Jazz suffered a significant loss against the New York Knicks, falling one hundred twelve to one hundred forty-six. Despite a two-game winning streak, the Jazz struggled in the first quarter, allowing the Knicks to build a commanding lead. Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with eighteen points each, but both had a team-worst minus thirty-three plus-minus rating. Ace Bailey, the Jazzs fifth overall draft pick, played the most minutes and contributed thirteen points and five rebounds. The Knicks were led by Jalen Brunsons thirty-three points and Miles McBrides twenty-two points off the bench. The Jazz will face another tough opponent, the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder, in their next game.

The Toronto Raptors suffered a humiliating defeat against the Charlotte Hornets, their worst of the season, following a grueling match against the Los Angeles Lakers the previous night. The back-to-back games clearly drained the team, leading to a lackluster performance. The Raptors aim to rebound this Sunday against the Boston Celtics, with the game set for 3:30 PM ET at Scotiabank Arena. Fans can watch on TSN Sports or NBA League Pass.