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  • Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili: Logs 18 points in spot start

    Mamukelashvili registered 18 points (8-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal over 36 minutes during the Raptors' 111-102 win over the Bucks on Thursday.

    With Jakob Poeltl (injury management) sidelined, Mamukelashvili was thrust into the starting lineup Thursday for the third time this season. He made the most of his opportunity, with his 18 points being his most since Nov. 21 against the Wizards (23) and third most on the Raptors behind Brandon Ingram (29) and Scottie Barnes (24). Mamukelashvili will likely revert to a reserve role against the Celtics on Saturday, assuming Poeltl is available for that game. Even so, Mamukelashvili has earned a key and consistent role in the Raptors rotation after averaging just 11.2 minutes per game during the 2024-25 regular season as a member of the Spurs.

  • Nets' Nic Claxton: Flirts with triple-double in loss

    Claxton provided 16 points (8-9 FG, 0-2 FT), 12 rebounds, eight assists, three blocks and two steals over 35 minutes during Thursday's 106-95 loss to Miami.

    Claxton was held to just 10 points his last time out, but he matched that total by halftime Thursday night and finished as the second-leading scorer behind Michael Porter. Additionally, Claxton racked up five defensive stats after failing to record a steal or a block during Sunday's blowout win over Milwaukee. He'll look to keep it going Sunday against the Raptors.

  • Noah Clowney PF | BKN

    Nets' Noah Clowney: Scores eight points on 13 shots

    Clowney ended Thursday's 106-95 loss to Miami with eight points (2-13 FG, 0-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 26 minutes.

    Clowney got off to a rough start in this one, missing his first five shots. He also finished 0-for-9 from distance. Clowney banged his left knee late in the second quarter and retreated to the bench, and while he was able to play through it, it did seem to be bothering him. The good news is that Clowney will have a full two days to rest up before Brooklyn's next game versus Toronto on Sunday.

  • Nets' Michael Porter: Scores 28 points with five treys

    Porter ended Thursday's 106-95 loss to Miami with 28 points (10-24 FG, 5-14 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds and three assists in 34 minutes.

    Porter has been struggling from an efficiency standpoint the past two games, going 14-for-35 from the floor and 7-for-21 from three-point range. He's shooting 49.3 percent from the floor and 39.6 percent from distance on the season, though, so it should only be a matter of time until Porter finds his rhythm again.

  • Scottie Barnes SG | TOR

    Raptors' Scottie Barnes: Double-double vs. Milwaukee

    Barnes tallied 24 points (10-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-5 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 36 minutes during the Raptors' 111-102 win over the Bucks on Thursday.

    Barnes' five turnovers and three missed free throws were his blemishes of the night, but he led both teams in rebounds and finished second in scoring behind teammate Brandon Ingram (29 points). Barnes is up to 14 double-doubles this season, four of which have come over his last six games. He has averaged 20.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.5 threes, 1.6 blocks and 1.2 steals over 35.6 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.

  • Mavericks' Anthony Davis: Checks back in

    Davis (undisclosed) has returned to Thursday's game against Detroit, per the television broadcast.

    It's unclear why Davis made a quick stop in the locker room, but he's been cleared to check back in and will start the fourth quarter. He'll presumably be a full go the rest of the way.

  • Brandon Ingram SF | TOR

    Raptors' Brandon Ingram: Game-high 29 points Thursday

    Ingram posted 29 points (9-18 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two steals over 35 minutes during the Raptors' 111-102 win over the Bucks on Thursday.

    Ingram scored from everywhere during Thursday's win and has tallied at least 28 points in four consecutive games. He has gone 16-for-25 from deep over that span, which is a far cry from his 30.2 percent clip on 4.4 3PA/G through the first 24 games of the regular season. Since Dec. 2, Ingram has averaged 23.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 2.6 threes over 35.2 minutes per game.

  • Pistons' Duncan Robinson: Questionable to return Thursday

    Robinson is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Mavericks due to a left knee injury, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

    Robinson went to the locker room after injuring his left knee in the third quarter. Caris LeVert and Jaden Ivey will take on larger responsibilities for as long as Robinson is being evaluated by medical staff.

  • Mavericks' Anthony Davis: Walks to locker room

    Davis went to the locker room during Thursday's game against the Pistons due to an undisclosed injury, Noah Weber of TheSmokingCuban.com reports.

    Davis scored a pair of buckets before exiting the matchup, so it's unclear what may be bothering him. He can be considered questionable to return until further notice.

  • LaMelo Ball PG | CHA

    Hornets' LaMelo Ball: Strong showing in return

    Ball amassed 28 points (10-16 FG, 8-11 3Pt), four rebounds, 13 assists and one steal over 29 minutes during Thursday's 133-126 win over Atlanta.

    Ball secured a double-double in his return from an ankle injury by shooting with efficiency while also finding his teammates for buckets. He was reportedly on a minutes restriction Thursday, but the fact that he nearly logged 30 minutes is presumably a sign that his ankle was feeling strong.

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