Nuggets Set Scoring Record, Gobert Faces Suspension in Friday NBA Action

Nine NBA matches took place on Friday, featuring standout performances from Rudy Gobert and Nolan Traoré, and a historic offensive showing by the Denver Nuggets, who scored their most points since 2008 with a total of 157.

Thunder Maintain Western Conference Lead

The Oklahoma City Thunder aim to secure the top spot in the Western Conference as the regular season progresses. Despite pressure from the San Antonio Spurs, who closed the gap to three wins on Thursday, OKC reaffirmed their position with a decisive 105-86 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Jared McCain contributed 21 points for the Thunder, who were without MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Nets struggled from the field, shooting just 37% overall (7-for-41 from three-point range), but Frenchman Nolan Traoré delivered a solid performance with 17 points, his fourth-highest total of the season. This loss marks Brooklyn’s 40th defeat in 55 games.

Denver Dominates, Lakers Win Derby

The Denver Nuggets claimed third place in their conference after a resounding 103-157 win in Portland. This is Denver’s highest-scoring game away from home and the most points scored by any team since 2008. Nikola Jokic led the charge with 32 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists, and 4 steals, whereas Jamal Murray added 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. In a closely contested Los Angeles derby, the Lakers defeated the Clippers 125-122, leading for much of the game. Luka Doncic scored 12 of his team’s final 16 points, finishing with 38 points and 11 assists.

Gobert and Edwards Shine

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Dallas Mavericks 122-111, largely thanks to strong performances from Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert. Edwards finished with 40 points, while Gobert recorded 22 points and 17 rebounds. Still, Gobert will face a one-game suspension due to a flagrant foul committed during the second quarter.

Mitchell Leads Cavaliers to Victory

The Cleveland Cavaliers continued their winning streak, defeating the Charlotte Hornets 113-118 for their seventh consecutive victory. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 32 points, supported by Jarrett Allen’s 26 points and 14 rebounds, and James Harden’s 18 points.

NBA / REGULAR SEASON
Friday February 20, 2026

• Charlotte Hornets – Cleveland Cavaliers: 113-118
• Stats for Tidjane Salaün (CHA): 17 minutes of play, 3 points (1/7 on shots including 1/6 at 3pts, 0 free throws taken), 4 rebounds, 3 fouls
• Moussa Diabaté (CHA), suspended, did not play
• Washington Wizards – Indiana Pacers: 131-118
• Stats for Bilal Coulibaly (WAS): 22 minutes of play, 13 points (6/12 on shots including 1/3 at 3pts, 0 free throws taken), 3 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 interception, 2 blocks, 3 lost balls, 1 foul
• Alex Sarr (WAS), injured in the adductor muscles, did not play
• Atlanta Hawks – Miami Heat: 97-128
• Stats for Zaccharie Risacher (ATL): 23 minutes of play, 4 points (1/8 on shots including 1/3 at 3pts, 1/2 on free throws), 4 rebounds, 1 block, 2 fouls
• Minnesota Timberwolves – Dallas Mavericks: 122-111
• Stats for Rudy Gobert (MIN): 32 minutes of play, 22 points (9/11 on shots including 0/1 at 3pts, 4/8 on free throws), 17 rebounds, 1 pass, 1 interception, 3 blocks, 2 lost balls, 3 fouls
• Stats for Joan Beringer (MIN): 4 minutes of play, 2 points (1/1 shooting including 0 3-point shot, 0 free throws taken), 2 blocks, 1 foul
• Modern Orleans Pelicans – Milwaukee Bucks: 118-139
• Ousmane Dieng (MIL) stats: 22 minutes of play, 10 points (3/6 on shots including 1/1 at 3pts, 3/4 on free throws), 2 rebounds, 1 pass, 1 block, 2 lost balls, 1 foul
• Oklahoma City Thunder – Brooklyn Nets: 105-86
• Stats for Nolan Traoré (BRO): 27 minutes of play, 17 points (5/11 on shots including 1/4 at 3pts, 6/6 on free throws), 1 rebound, 3 assists, 2 interceptions, 1 block, 4 lost balls
• Los Angeles Lakers – Los Angeles Clippers: 125-122
• Stats for Nicolas Batum (LAC): 15 minutes of play, 0 points (0/2 on shots including 0/2 at 3pts, 0 free throws taken), 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 interception
• Portland Trail Blazers – Denver Nuggets: 103-157
• Stats for Sidy Cissoko (POR): 16 minutes of play, 0 points (0/2 on shots including 0/1 at 3pts, 0 free throws taken), 1 rebound, 1 pass, 2 interceptions, 2 blocks, 3 fouls
• Rayan Rupert (POR) was not in the group
• Memphis Grizzlies – Utah Jazz: 123-114

FAQ

Who scored the most points in a game on Friday?

Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves scored 40 points.

Which team scored the most points on Friday?

The Denver Nuggets scored 157 points.

Will Rudy Gobert be suspended?

Yes, Rudy Gobert will be suspended for one game due to a flagrant foul.

Did you know? The Denver Nuggets’ 157 points is their highest-scoring game since 2008.

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