Butler shines in Warriors debut as Golden State dominates Bulls
Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (44) defends Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler (10) during the first half at United Center.
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Jimmy Butler wasted no time making his presence felt in his first game with the Golden State Warriors, scoring 25 points in a commanding 132-111 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The six-time All-Star displayed his trademark tenacity, finishing 11-for-13 from the free-throw line.
However, it was Stephen Curry who led the charge with 34 points, including eight three-pointers. Coby White led the Bulls with 27 points, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with the Warriors’ offensive firepower.
Jokic Flirts with Triple-Double in Nuggets' Win
Nikola Jokic continued to showcase his all-around brilliance, posting 26 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists in just 28 minutes as the Denver Nuggets cruised past their opponents, 122-105. The reigning MVP once again demonstrated his ability to control the game without needing heavy minutes.
Tatum Drops 40 in Celtics' Blowout of Knicks
Jayson Tatum scored 40 points to lead the Boston Celtics to a dominant 131-104 win over the New York Knicks. Jalen Brunson’s 36 points for the Knicks weren’t enough to match the Celtics’ firepower.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Keeps Rolling as Thunder Handle Grizzlies
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander maintained his MVP-level form, scoring 32 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder secured a 125-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.
McDaniels Steps Up in Edwards’ Absence, Leads Timberwolves to Win
With Anthony Edwards sidelined, Jaden McDaniels stepped up, scoring 30 points and grabbing 10 rebounds to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 114-98 win.
Wagner Leads Magic in Thriller Over Spurs
In one of the closest games of the night, the Orlando Magic escaped with a 112-111 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Franz Wagner delivered a standout performance, leading Orlando with 33 points, 12 rebounds, and five assists. Meanwhile, De’Aaron Fox struggled, finishing with just nine points in a rare off-night.
Trae Young Shines as Hawks Cruise Past Wizards
Despite being left out of the All-Star Game, Trae Young made a loud statement with a stellar double-double, scoring 35 points and dishing out 14 assists to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 125-111 victory over the Washington Wizards. Young’s snub seemed to fuel his performance as he continues to put up elite numbers.