NBA: Wembanyama Shines in Paris, Jokić Dominates in Denver – Best Moments of the Night
The NBA regular season delivered another thrilling night of basketball with nine games taking place across the league. One of the highlights was the international showcase in Paris, where the Indiana Pacers faced off against the San Antonio Spurs.
The game attracted a host of NBA legends, including Pau Gasol, Oscar Robertson, and former Spurs stars Manu Ginóbili, David Robinson, and Tony Parker. However, it was rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama who stole the show. The French phenom put on a masterclass, recording 30 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5 blocks to lead the Spurs to a dominant 140-110 victory.
Meanwhile, in Denver, Nikola Jokić reminded everyone why he’s a two-time MVP. The Denver Nuggets star delivered a jaw-dropping triple-double with 35 points, 22 rebounds, and 17 assists, powering his team to a 132-123 win over the Sacramento Kings. Sacramento’s Alex Len was sidelined for the game, leaving him to witness Jokić’s brilliance from the bench.
Other notable results from the night included:
- Orlando Magic 79 – 101 Portland Trail Blazers
- Atlanta Hawks 119 – 122 Toronto Raptors
- Milwaukee Bucks 125 – 96 Miami Heat
- Oklahoma City Thunder 115 – 121 Dallas Mavericks
- Golden State Warriors 131 – 106 Chicago Bulls
- Los Angeles Lakers 117 – 96 Boston Celtics
- LA Clippers 110 – 93 Washington Wizards