The player: Joel Embiid exceptional against the Magic
Joel Embiid is within 30 seconds of breaking a record. That of the player who reaches the 50 point mark by playing as little as possible. 27 minutes and 3 seconds precisely for the Cameroonian, author of an exceptional performance by slamming 50 points against the Magic on Wednesday evening. Obviously with a win for the Sixers (123-110). Klay Thompson planted 52 in 26 minutes and 33 seconds in 2018. “ I’m just trying to play at my best level, the best player in the world. And I have to be that guy every night so that we win matches “, comments the pivot All-Star.
In great shape for several weeks, Embiid was unleashed on the defense of Orlando by dominating as never since his arrival in the NBA. 50 points at 17 of 23 on shots, while causing 17 free throws for 15 successful. He also grabbed 12 rebounds to give a little more volume to his outstanding performance. “His 50 points was quick, simple and efficient. Joel is a mixture of Hakeem Olajuwon and Kevin Garnett. A hell of a combination. But the difference is that he can shoot three -points and that’s what sets him apart from the rest. He’s Joel Embiid. He’s unique “, remarks an admiring Doc Rivers. An opinion shared by the person concerned: “ I can play like Shaquille O’Neal at times. Or Dirk Nowitzki. Or Kobe Bryant. Or Michael Jordan. Any back in fact. That means that I can shoot out of the dribble, carry the ball. I can do everything in attack.“
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Maybe not so far but the interior is indeed a rare specimen. Moreover, he did not even really need to shoot behind the arc last night (1 out of 4), unlike his vis-à-vis Mo Bamba, author of 28 of his 32 points in first half with 7 three-pointers in 8 attempts. But his performance will go almost unnoticed next to Embiid’s monstrous match, which is back in force in the race for the MVP.
The player (bis): Nikola Jokic activates MVP mode against the Clippers
Joel Embiid could have claimed the status of best NBA pivot after his game of the night. Except he’s not the only interior to blow up the meters. Nikola Jokic was absolutely breathtaking to lead the Nuggets to victory (130-128) against the Clippers after overtime. A colossal game worthy of his MVP status: 49 points, 14 rebounds and a tenth assist offered at the last second for Aaron Gordon’s victorious three-point basket.
Denver chased after the score several times during the game, and the two teams went blow for blow. But Jokic rose as a boss in the most important moments. His two baskets in a row restored the advantage to his team at the end of overtime (124-123). And it was he again who scored with the fault when the Clippers finally equalized. 9 of 16 straight points in extra time. Then this luminous caviar for Gordon, just to get a new triple-double in addition to the victory. Again exceptional.
The match: The Pacers overthrow the Lakers
The Lakers came out of a series of 3 consecutive defeats in beating the Jazz with style in the previous game. They had an opportunity to build on that victory by facing a diminished and struggling Pacers team at home since the start of the season. A meeting that they dominated for 30 minutes, even counting up to 15 points in advance, before… losing it. Indiana won 111-104 in Los Angeles. Led by Caris LeVert’s 30 points, the Pacers took advantage of their opponents’ defensive largesse to come back to the score in the third quarter – without having ever led until then – before knocking out the game in the fourth.
LeBron James compiled 30 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists but without really being able to weigh. His teammate Russell Westbrook was successful on 5 of his 17 attempts. Without their bench, the Lakers would have probably lost by 20 points. Another rout. And a record that once again falls below 50% victory.
The series: 4 in a row for the Mavericks of a great Luka Doncic
Things are much, much, much better in Dallas . The Mavericks, winners of the Raptors last night (102-98), have finally started the machine. It is their fourth success in a row and the tenth in eleven matches. With a great Luka Doncic on hand. The Slovenian is gaining momentum and his frankness is keeping pace. It is not a coincidence. He had 41 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists. His best game of the season. The signals are very encouraging in Texas.
Performance: First card for Kyrie Irving
Kyrie Irving is taking advantage of the Nets’ away series of matches to get into the rhythm. The point guard, who started his season two weeks ago, scored 30 points in Brooklyn’s victory over Washington (119-118). The New Yorkers narrowly escaped thanks in particular to a last missed shot by Kyle Kuzma.
The comeback: Trae Young is still carrying the Hawks
Atlanta has won two games in a row for the first time in two months! Winners of the Timberwolves (134-122), the Hawks can thank Trae Young – as often – author of 37 points and 14 assists. He notably scored 23 points in the third quarter, when his team turned the tide after running behind the score in the first period. The Hawks came back from a 16-point gap to finally win.
The stat: 14-2
The Bulls finished the game on a 14-2 to overcome the Cavaliers, in large currently form. Billy Donovan’s players reacted perfectly when Lauri Markkanen (28 points) brought his team to a short length (103-102 for Chicago) in the fourth quarter. Ayo Dosunmu and Nikola Vucevic responded with three-point shots to claim victory (117-104) against Cleveland. The Illinois franchise ends a 4-game losing streak.
The… big nonsense: Implausible second half between Pistons and Kings
The Pistons beat the Kings on the wire Wednesday evening (133-131). But it was better not to follow the match from afar, on pain of being completely lost. And for good reason, Sacramento was quietly heading for victory by leading by 13 points in the middle of the third quarter (74-87). A few minutes later, Detroit led 105-103 before attacking the fourth quarter. The Kings are back in front to widen the gap: 120-130. Folded match? Well no. The Pistons finished on a 13-1 to finally win by nothing.
The Frenchman: Rudy Gobert is a hit in vain
Very good performance from Rudy Gobert on Wednesday evening. The pivot compiled 23 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 blocks and 2 steals! And despite that, it was not enough to beat the Rockets yet last in the Western Conference. The Jazz lost (111-116).
The results of the night in the NBA
Sixers – Magic: 123-110
Wizards – Nets: 118-119
Hawks – Timberwolves: 134-122
Celtics – Hornets: 102-111 Heat – Trail Blazers: 104-92
Bulls – Cavaliers: 117-104
Bucks – Grizzlies: 126-114
Mavericks-Raptors: 102-98
Spurs-Thunder: 118-96
Jazz-Rockets: 111-116Nuggets – Clippers: 130-128
Kings – Pistons: 131-133
Lakers – Pacers: 104-111
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