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Brandon Miller scored 28 points to help lift the Charlotte Hornets to a stunning 124-97 road victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The loss marked OKC's first regular-season home defeat against an Eastern Conference opponent since March 2024, and the Thunder's first loss versus an Eastern team since Jan. 8, 2025, against the Cleveland Cavaliers. It's also the first time OKC has been held to under 101 points this season.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 21 points on 7-of-21 shooting, while Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren managed 16 and 15 points, respectively. The Thunder shot 59.1% from the field in the first quarter before finishing at 37% for the game.
Charlotte's surprise victory was its first against OKC since March 2023. Miller's dominance was bolstered by Kon Knueppel's 23 points and five 3-pointers, as well as Miles Bridges' 17-point, 11-rebound double-double. Moussa Diabate also had a team-high 12 boards. In addition, the Hornets finished a season-high 51.4% from beyond the arc.
Pistons 121, Knicks 90
Cade Cunningham scored 29 points and handed out 13 assists as host Detroit dominated a matchup of Eastern Conference powers, thumping New York.
Javonte Green supplied 17 points, Jaden Ivey tossed in 16 and Daniss Jenkins added 12, as Detroit's reserves notched 58 points. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 25 points but committed six turnovers and didn't record an assist. Miles McBride had 17 points off the bench and Mikal Bridges chipped in 10.
This was the first game between the two leaders in the Eastern Conference since the Knicks eliminated the Pistons during the first round of last season's playoffs. New York has now lost four straight games.
Rockets 100, Suns 97
Kevin Durant nailed a 3-pointer with 1.1 seconds remaining as Houston rallied for a win over visiting Phoenix to secure the four-game season series.
In addition to Durant's 26 points, Jabari Smith Jr. provided 17 points and Amen Thompson contributed 17 points, seven rebounds and six assists to help the Rockets overcome a 9-for-37 performance from behind the arc (24.3%).
Devin Booker paced the Suns with 27 points, while Dillon Brooks and Royce O'Neale each scored 15. Phoenix used a 10-0 run late in the fourth quarter to take a 97-94 lead before Durant's eventual heroics.
Celtics 115, Bulls 101
Anfernee Simons made eight 3-pointers and scored a game-high 27 points to help Boston extend its winning streak to four games with a victory over visiting Chicago.
Payton Pritchard added 21 points for the Celtics, who received 13 points and 13 rebounds from Neemias Queta. Boston shot 40% from the field but matched its season high with 20 offensive rebounds. Boston's Jaylen Brown was 6 of 24 from the floor and finished the game with 14 points, eight rebounds and four assists.
Matas Buzelis led Chicago with 26 points. Nikola Vucevic added 15 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists. Chicago, which had won its previous four road games, played without point guard Josh Giddey (left hamstring strain) and center/forward Jalen Smith (concussion). Giddey is averaging a team-high 19.2 points per game.
Raptors 118, Hawks 100
Brandon Ingram scored 19 points to lead five starters in double figures, and Toronto defeated visiting Atlanta to complete a four-game season sweep.
Scottie Barnes added 18 points and 10 assists, RJ Barrett and Collin Murray-Boyles each scored 17 and Immanuel Quickley tallied 16 for the Raptors, who jumped ahead early and never trailed in their second win over the Hawks over the past three days.
Onyeka Okongwu had 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Hawks, who have lost two of their last four. Nickeil Alexander-Walker added 14 points, while Jalen Johnson totaled 13 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists.
Nuggets 125, Sixers 124
Bruce Brown was credited with the decisive bucket with 5.3 seconds left in overtime as short-handed Denver topped Philadelphia.
The Nuggets were without seven of their top eight scorers and all five starters, but Jalen Pickett picked up the slack with a career-high 29 points. Brown also made a critical contribution when he drew a goaltending call on Joel Embiid on a transition layup attempt.
Embiid led the Sixers with 32 points and 10 rebounds, while Tyrese Maxey scored 28 and VJ Edgecombe dropped 17. Philadelphia had its three-game winning streak snapped with the loss.
Clippers 103, Warriors 102
Kawhi Leonard led the way with 24 points, Kobe Sanders chipped in with 20 and Los Angeles overcame the absence of James Harden to hold off visiting Golden State.
Leonard also had a game-high 12 rebounds, while Ivica Zubac had a 10-point, 11-rebound double-double. The Clippers managed to win their seventh game in their last eight contests despite missing James Harden with a stiff shoulder.
Stephen Curry led all scorers with 27 points, Jimmy Butler III notched 24 and Gary Payton II rounded out the Warriors' double-digit scorers with 14. Butler had a chance to win the game for Golden State with his team down one in the final seconds, but he put up a fadeaway 16-foot airball, with the rebound being deflected toward midcourt as time expired.
Trail Blazers 137, Jazz 117
Deni Avdija recorded 33 points, nine assists and eight rebounds to lead Portland to a convincing victory over visiting Utah.
Shaedon Sharpe put up 29 points, seven assists, five rebounds and five 3-pointers, while Donovan Clingan secured the glass with 17 rebounds to go along with 12 points. Toumani Camara also scored 15 points, while reserves Sidy Cissoko and Caleb Love added 14 apiece.
Lauri Markkanen scored 22 points and Jusuf Nurkic added 21 points, 12 rebounds and five assists for the Jazz. Keyonte George also tallied 15 points, but that wasn't enough to keep Utah from losing its fourth consecutive game and its eighth in its last 10 contests.
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (toe) is considered questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has missed nearly a month of action with a toe injury. For Sunday's clash against the New Orleans Pelicans, Herro was listed as available, but he didn't take the court. Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra labeled the star guard as day-to-day on Sunday. Once Herro returns, Kel'el Ware will probably move to the bench, and Andrew Wiggins and Norman Powell could see fewer offensive opportunities. At the same time, Nikola Jovic and Pelle Larsson may have their roles reduced in the rotation.
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (calf) is carrying a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of the first leg of a back-to-back on Tuesday against the San Antonio Spurs. Morant missed Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Lakers due to a right calf contusion. Unfortunately, it has been yet another campaign full of health issues for Morant, who has appeared in only 18 of Memphis' 35 games. Another absence on Tuesday will likely keep Cam Spencer in the first unit. Spencer had a horrible shooting night against the Lakers, finishing with only five points. Still, he is averaging nearly a double-double as a starter this season, posting 10.6 points and 9.0 assists.
Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (knee) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's meeting with the Washington Wizards. Last week, Suggs suffered a MCL contusion in his right knee, landing back on the shelf just two games after returning from a hip injury. The doubtful tag indicates that Suggs is expected to miss a second consecutive game. With Suggs out, Tristan da Silva returned to the starting lineup in Sunday's win over the Indiana Pacers, but his fantasy production has been lacking all season. Anthony Black, who finished with 27 points, 10 assists, and four blocks against Indiana, is the player to target during Suggs' absence.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (rest) will take the night off on Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers. After seeing him string together a run of three consecutive 30-point games, the Cavaliers have decided to rest Mitchell against the Eastern Conference bottom feeders. Mitchell's absence will put the ball more in Darius Garland's hands, while Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson, and De'Andre Hunter may all be more involved in the action as well. Vegas has set the total at 236.5 points for this game, and a high-scoring contest could result in many outstanding fantasy performances.
Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (illness) could be out for a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers, as the team has listed him as questionable on the injury report. The big man is working his way through an illness and may return in a good spot, facing a team that allows the 11th-most fantasy points to centers. Sam Merrill filled in for Allen in the starting unit in Sunday's loss to the Detroit Pistons, scoring 15 points on 5-for-7 three-point shooting. On Tuesday, Merrill could make an even bigger impact, with Cleveland potentially missing two regular starters. The team has already ruled out Donovan Mitchell (rest) for the matchup.
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. The French phenom has missed a pair of games with a bone bruise in his left knee, but he has a chance to return to the lineup on Tuesday. However, as this marks the beginning of a back-to-back for San Antonio, Wembanyama could still sit out some more action this week. Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk have had larger workloads with Wembanyama out of the lineup. Olynyk could fall out of the rotation once Wembanyama is back at 100 percent.
Houston Rockets center Aperen Sengun (ankle) will be re-evaluated in one week after tweaking his ankle in Saturday's loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Unfortunately, head coach Ime Udoka estimated the 2021 No. 16 overall selection could be sidelined for 10-14 days. He's having another fantastic year, averaging a career-high 21.8 points, adding 9.0 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 1.5 steals, and 1.0 blocks. While Sengun is on the shelf, Steven Adams, averaging 6.7 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in seven starts throughout the 2025 campaign, should fill the void in the rotation, with Clint Capela coming in for relief.
Charlotte Hornets center Moussa Diabate (wrist) will play on Monday versus the Thunder after missing the last two games. With Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) out of commission, Diabate has been filling in admirably. In six starts this season, he's averaged 8.8 points and 11.8 rebounds, which is good enough to land him a spot in most fantasy lineups, even with a tough matchup on tap. Diabate's return will mean PJ Hall will head back to the bench.
Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (hip) is available on Monday against Oklahoma City. The former Duke Blue Devil has averaged 19.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 42.8% shooting from behind the arc, putting him in the Rookie of the Year conversation. He popped up on the injury report heading into this one. However, Knueppel will be out there. With that said, the 20-year-old could see below-average production against the top defensive squad in the National Basketball Association, although he remains a must-start in all fantasy formats.
Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (knee) will play on Monday versus OKC. The 23-year-old popped up on the injury report because of a knee contusion, although he'll avoid his first absence in over a month. He's averaged 19.7 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks throughout the 2025 campaign, so he should be featured in all fantasy lineups. However, Miller may not be as productive as usual against the league's top defensive club.
Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (calf) will play on Monday night against Boston after missing the last three games. Despite being limited to only 16 contests throughout the 2025 campaign, he's averaged 19.2 points, the second-highest mark of his career. While the Celtics have allowed 110.7 points per game this season, White has an excellent opportunity to be more productive than usual with Josh Giddey (hamstring) sidelined. With White back on the floor, Tre Jones will presumably return to the bench.
Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (hip) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. It looks more like the 20-year-old rookie will suit up after he was listed as questionable earlier. Knueppel is having an excellent rookie campaign, posting averages of 19.4 points, 3.5 assists, and 5.1 rebounds across 19.4 minutes per contest across 34 appearances. Fantasy managers should check on Knueppel's status closer to tip-off, 8:00 p.m. ET.
According to Law Murray of The Athletic, Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup with the Golden State Warriors. As a late addition to the Clippers' injury report, the 36-year-old will likely sit out during tonight's tilt. If Harden is unable to suit up, Kris Dunn will likely take primary ball-handling duties this evening. Dunn, in his last outing, finished with 10 points, six assists, and four rebounds across 30 minutes on Saturday against the Celtics.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is listed as probable for Monday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. Embiid is likely to suit up for his fourth consecutive contest this evening. The star big man is starting to return to form after struggling to begin the 2025 season, finishing with 26 points, 10 rebounds and five assists across 33 minutes during Saturday's 130-119 win over the Knicks in his last outing. Fantasy managers should have a better idea if Embiid is good to go closer to tip-off.
According to Josh Lewenberg of TSN, Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (back) is completing a program "intensive rehab and strengthening," and will be re-evaluated in a week. Poeltl has missed six consecutive contests due to a back issue. The injury has limited the 30-year-old big man to 21 games this campaign. When Poelt has been active, he's averaged 9.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 2.1 assists across 25.3 minutes per contest. Sandro Mamukelashvili has been productive fantasy-wise and should remain an asset for fantasy managers while Poeltl is sidelined.
Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (ankle) won't suit up against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. Murray has been dealing with a left ankle sprain and will miss his second game of the season. He was able to play through the ankle injury during Sunday's 127-115 loss to the Nets, posting 27 points, 16 assists, and six rebounds across 40 minutes. Sunday's contest is the second half of a back-to-back set, so the Nuggets don't want to take any chances on possibly making the injury worse. The 28-year-old could return on Wednesday versus the Celtics.
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (ankle) will suit up for Sunday's game against the Lakers. The 24-year-old is having the best season of his career. He most recently had 15 points, seven rebounds, and three assists when these clubs met on Friday night. With that said, Aldama could be in line for an uptick in statistical contributions in Sunday's rematch, considering Ja Morant (calf) is ruled out.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (calf) won't play on Sunday against the Lakers. He was listed as questionable throughout the day. However, the 26-year-old began trending in the wrong direction a few hours heading into this one. Fortunately, Santi Aldama (ankle) is available, so he should pick up a lot of the slack on the offensive end alongside Jaren Jackson Jr., Cedric Coward, and Cam Spencer in a projected high-scoring contest.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is available on Sunday night against the Kings. The multi-time MVP routinely appears on the injury report, which is never shocking to anyone at this point. However, what's more surprising is he'll now suit up for a fifth-straight contest. All things considered, Antetokounmpo remains a must-start, obviously, and he might be more productive than usual in a meeting with one of the worst defensive clubs in the NBA.
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (quadriceps) won't play in Monday's rematch with the Raptors. He has missed the last four games because of a quadriceps contusion. As of now, the former Sooner is considered day-to-day, so his next opportunity to return will be on Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. While Young remains on the shelf, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who had a game-high 31 points when these two clubs met on Saturday, should remain in the starting lineup, with Vik Krejci receiving more action from off the bench.
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