Timberwolves Fall to Spurs, Thunder Top Conference Despite Loss; Pistons Lead Celtics in East

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NBA’s Night of Upsets: Oklahoma City, Minnesota Fall; Detroit, Boston Triumph

Spurs Edge Timberwolves in High-Scoring Thriller

"55 points from Anthony Edwards were not enough for the Minnesota Timberwolves to win the top game against the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. At 126:123 in Texas, Victor Wembanyama secured the victory for his team with a rebound in the final seconds and scored a strong 39 points himself." – Minnesota Timberwolves official report

Despite Edwards’ heroics, the Timberwolves suffered their 15th defeat, while the Spurs clung onto third place in the Western Conference.

Oklahoma City Thunder’s Unbeaten Streak Comes to an End

The Oklahoma City Thunder’s impressive run came to an end with an 8th loss this season, falling 120:122 to the Miami Heat. Despite opportunities to ignite a comeback, Chet Holmgren and Alex Caruso missed crucial three-point attempts in the closing seconds.

"Without the still-injured German Isaiah Hartenstein, the defending champions lost 120:122 to the Miami Heat." – Oklahoma City Thunder official report

Detroit Pistons Maintain Eastern Conference Lead

The Detroit Pistons continued their dominant form, winning 121:78 against the Indiana Pacers, while their closest rivals, the Boston Celtics, defeated the Atlanta Hawks 132:106.

Isaiah Hartenstein watching the game in street clothes. (Photo: Rebecca Blackwell/AP/dpa)

Looking Ahead

The Timberwolves and Thunder face müssenree re-matches, while the Pistons and Celtics prepare for crucial conferences. Keep up with our latest coverage for live updates and exciting insights.

Did you know? The San Antonio Spurs’ win was their 17th in 19 games, solidifying their post-season aspirations.
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FAQ

  • What is Victor Wembanyama’s record in the NBA? As a rookie, he’s averaging 30.5 points, 11 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game.
  • When do the Pistons play next? They face the Cleveland Cavaliers on March 18.


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