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Fifty-nine straight road games with 20+ points, passing Wilt for the longest such streak all-time.<\/p>\n

One road poster, reminding the league that the reigning Kia MVP is all the way back.<\/p>\n

SGA hasn\u2019t missed a beat in his return for the West-best Thunder, who are picking up steam with the Playoff push at a full sprint.<\/p>\n

See what else is trending around the league with the regular-season finale just 41 days away \u2b07\ufe0f<\/p>\n

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5 STORIES IN TODAY\u2019S EDITION \ud83c\udfc0<\/p>\n

Mar. 2, 2026<\/p>\n

Sunday\u2019s Best: Knicks make statement against Spurs, Thunder & Pistons heat up atop the standings<\/p>\n

Full Stride: Wolves climb to No. 4 out West, Celtics surge, Harden boosts Cavs<\/p>\n

California Dubs: Luka & LeBron fuel Lakers, Clippers keep climbing<\/p>\n

Roundup: Hawks win fourth straight, Bulls end slide in style, Grizzlies win<\/p>\n

What\u2019s Trending & What\u2019s Next: Two key national games tonight tip off a critical week<\/p>\n

BUT FIRST \u2026 \u23f0<\/p>\n

Monday means more hoops\u2026<\/p>\n

\"Scores<\/p>\n

Four games tip off tonight, including the Celtics visiting the Bucks on NBA TV (7:30 ET<\/a> | Tap to Watch<\/a>), before the Warriors host the Clippers on Peacock (10 ET<\/a> | Tap to Watch<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Throwback Tuesday On NBC: NBC\u2019s Coast 2 Coast Tuesday will feature a special throwback broadcast<\/a> for the Spurs-76ers game (8 ET), including the return of Bob Costas, Doug Collins and Mike Fratello and other notable NBC voices from the 1990s and 2000s. See Section 5 for more.<\/p>\n

1. SUNDAY\u2019S BEST: KNICKS SLOW SPURS, THUNDER & PISTONS WIN AGAIN
\n\"Jalen<\/p>\n

Dustin Satloff\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

After an unbeaten February, the Spurs entered Sunday\u2019s ABC showdown at MSG riding 11 straight victories, their longest win streak since 2015-16.<\/p>\n

But to open March, it was the Knicks who marched to a statement win against the hottest team in hoops.<\/p>\n

Knicks 114, Spurs 89: Victor Wembanyama continued to shine with 25 points, 13 boards, 4 blocks and 1 poster<\/a>, but Mikal Bridges (25 pts, 5 stl, 5 3s), Jalen Brunson (24 pts, 7 ast) and the Knicks were too much, as New York pulled away to hand San Antonio its first loss since Jan. 31. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

NY Heat: Brunson scored 16 in the 1st half as New York entered the break up 10 and never trailed again, improving to 14-4 in its last 18 games
\nNY Clamps: Over that span, the Knicks rank 1st in DefRtg, and it showed Sunday, holding the Spurs to a season-low in points in their largest loss of the season
\nWemby\u2019s Block Party: Despite the defeat, Wemby became the fourth player in NBA history to record 100 career games with 3+ blocks before turning 23, joining Josh Smith, Shaquille O\u2019Neal and Anthony Davis
\nRaces At The Top: New York is just 1.5 games back of Boston for 2nd in the East, while the Spurs sit 3 games back of OKC for the top spot out West<\/p>\n

\"Shai<\/p>\n

Sam Hodde\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

Speaking of which, the Thunder continue to roll with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander back healthy \u2013 and last night, the reigning Kia MVP joined a class of his own.<\/p>\n

Thunder 100, Mavericks 87: After dropping 36 in an OT win over Denver on Friday, SGA turned in 30 along with 5 dimes and 4 steals on Sunday, powering OKC to a near wire-to-wire win over Dallas, which remains without Cooper Flagg (foot). | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

Road Streak: SGA, ranked No. 1 on Shaun Powell\u2019s latest Kia MVP Ladder<\/a>, now has 59 straight 20\u2011point games on the road, passing Wilt Chamberlain for the longest such streak in NBA history
\nChasing Wilt: Shai has 123 consecutive 20-pieces overall, just three shy of Wilt\u2019s all-time record (126)
\nChamps Rumbling: Despite missing SGA from Feb. 3 to Feb. 26, the Thunder have won seven of their last nine games, including a 5-1 run in their last six<\/p>\n

\"Cade<\/p>\n

Fernando Medina\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

The only team with fewer losses than the defending champs? The East-leading Pistons.<\/p>\n

Pistons 106, Magic 92: After trailing the entire 1st half, Detroit flipped the game with a 31-18 3rd quarter behind Cade Cunningham (29 pts, 6 reb, 10 ast), then slammed the door shut in the 4th to top Paolo Banchero (24 pts, 11 reb) and Orlando. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

Purring: It\u2019s the Pistons\u2019 third straight win and their eighth in the last nine games, moving to 45-14
\n45 Before 60: It\u2019s just the second time in franchise history that Detroit has collected 45 wins before its 60th game. The other such season came in 2005-06
\nThe Engine? Cunningham, ranked No. 3 on the latest Kia MVP Ladder with 19 games of 25+ pts and 10+ ast this season \u2013 the most in the NBA<\/p>\n

\"NBA<\/p>\n

2. FULL STRIDE: WOLVES & CELTICS STAY SURGING, HARDEN BOOSTS CAVS<\/p>\n

\"Anthony<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a new No. 4 in the crowded West race \u2013 and they\u2019re starting to find another gear.<\/p>\n

Wolves 117, Nuggets 108: Entering Sunday a half-game back of Denver, Minnesota jumped its West rival for 4th behind Anthony Edwards (21 pts, 6 ast, 2 blk) and Jaden McDaniels (20 pts, 9-12 FG), overcoming another offensive clinic from Nikola Joki\u0107 (35 pts, 13 reb, 9 ast) for a huge W. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

Turning Point: The Wolves took control with a 36-19 2nd quarter, then held off a late Nuggets push, with McDaniels scoring six key points down the stretch
\nLate-Game Ant: Edwards added a big 3 in the 4th as he continues to level up in crunch time<\/a>, ranking 3rd in total clutch points this season (130)
\nHowling: It\u2019s Minnesota\u2019s third straight win as it moves to 4-1 since the All-Star break. In that span, Ant is pouring in 30.8 ppg
\nMasterful Joker: One assist shy of another triple-double, Joki\u0107 still leads the NBA with 22 this season, eleven more than the next closest player (Jalen Johnson: 11)
\nMile-High Attack: Joki\u0107 ranks 1st in rebounds (12.6) and assists (10.5) per game and 6th in scoring (28.8), powering Denver\u2019s league-best offense (120.3 ppg)<\/p>\n

\"Neemias<\/p>\n

Brian Babineau\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

As the Wolves climbed the West standings, the Celtics continued to surge in the East.<\/p>\n

Celtics 114, 76ers 98: With Philly seeking a fourth straight win, Tyrese Maxey (23 pts, 6 ast) and VJ Edgecombe (23 pts, 5 reb) combined for 46 points.<\/p>\n

But the Sixers had no answer for Neemias Queta, who dropped a career-high 27 points (10-14 FG), 17 rebounds and 3 blocks, while Jaylen Brown also stuffed the stat sheet (27 pts, 8 reb, 8 ast), guiding Boston to its sixth win in seven games. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

Boston Balance: Since Jan. 30, the C\u2019s are tied with the Pistons and Spurs for the best record in the NBA at 11-2. In that span, Boston ranks 3rd in OffRtg and 1st in DefRtg
\nJB Balling: Brown continues to excel as the Celtics\u2019 lead man, averaging career-highs across the boards (29 pts, 7.7 reb, 8.6 ast), while ranking 5th in ppg
\nRanked 4th? Maxey (29.1), who tallied his 65th game of 30+ pts and 5+ assists, passing Wilt Chamberlain (64) for the 4th\u2011most in 76ers history
\nWholesome Hustle: Meanwhile, Edgecombe made a new friend<\/a> after flying into the stands to save a loose ball<\/p>\n

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While Boston stayed winning, the Cavs got back on track with James Harden back in the lineup.<\/p>\n

Cavaliers 106, Nets 102: After a two-game slide with Harden sidelined (thumb), the Beard provided a big boost in his return, posting 22 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists, while Jarrett Allen stayed hot (20 pts, 6 reb), as Cleveland staved off Michael Porter Jr. (26 pts) and Brooklyn. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

Clicking In Cleveland: The Cavs, who were without Donovan Mitchell (groin), are now 7-1 with Harden in the lineup
\nDishing & Dunking: Since joining Cleveland, Harden\u2019s averaging 19.3 points and 8 assists, while Allen\u2019s scoring has spiked from 13.9 to 21.5 ppg<\/p>\n

3. CALIFORNIA DUBS: LUKA & LEBRON LEAD LAKERS, CLIPPERS CLIMB<\/p>\n

\"Luka<\/p>\n

The West Playoff race is jam-packed, with five teams \u2013 from No. 3 Houston to No. 7 Phoenix \u2013 separated by 3.5 games.<\/p>\n

Holding the final guaranteed Playoff spot are the 6th-place Lakers, who closed a strong weekend with a convincing win.<\/p>\n

Lakers 128, Kings 104: After beating the Warriors on Saturday, the Lakers took down another in-state rival last night, as Luka Don\u010di\u0107 put on a show (28 pts, 5 reb, 9 ast, 1 circus trey<\/a>), alongside LeBron James (24 pts, 5 ast), leading Los Angeles past Sacramento. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

Luka Leading: Don\u010di\u0107 continues to pace the league in scoring with 32.5 ppg while ranking 4th in assists per game (8.6)
\nHeated Race: The Lakers own a 2-game cushion over 7th-place Phoenix and are just 1.5 games back of 3rd-place Houston<\/p>\n

\"Kawhi<\/p>\n

Juan Ocampo\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

Three seeds behind the Lakers sit the 9th-place Clippers, who just keep climbing.<\/p>\n

Clippers 137, Pelicans 117: On a three-game skid, LA earned a timely win without ever trailing, as Kawhi Leonard (23 pts, 5 ast) led nine Clippers with 9+ points to outpace rookie Jeremiah Fears (28 pts, 4 ast) and the Pels. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

On The Rise: With the win, LA jumped Portland for 9th, while moving 2.5 games back of 8th-place Golden State
\nKey Monday Duel: That sets up a critical showdown tonight, with the Dubs hosting the Clips on Peacock (10 ET)<\/p>\n

4. ROUNDUP: HAWKS SOAR, BULLS END SLIDE, GRIZZLIES WIN<\/p>\n

\"Jonathan<\/p>\n

Make that four straight for the Hawks.<\/p>\n

Hawks 135, Blazers 101: Onyeka Okongwu drained seven 3s en route to 25 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists, while Jonathan Kuminga stayed scorching with his new squad (20 pts, 7 reb) as Atlanta topped Portland for its fourth straight W, moving to .500. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

Kuminga Cooking: Kuminga is 3-0 and averaging 21.3 ppg on 67.7% shooting with the Hawks, who sit 9th in the East, 1.5 games behind No. 8 Miami
\nPortland Pushing: Despite being without All-Star Deni Avdija (back) since Feb. 22, the Blazers remain in Play-In position, holding 9th out West<\/p>\n

\"Josh<\/p>\n

Jeff Haynes + A.J. Mast\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

Bulls 120, Bucks 97: Josh Giddey recorded his eighth triple-double of the season (20 pts, 14 reb, 10 ast) and the Bulls used an electric 27-0 run between the 3rd and 4th quarter to take control, beating the Giannis-less Bucks to end an 11-game skid. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

Matching Pippen: It\u2019s Giddey\u2019s 15th career triple-double as a Bull, tying Scottie Pippen for the 2nd-most in franchise history. Only Michael Jordan (28) has more
\nEast Duel Tonight: Bobby Portis (18 pts) and Cam Thomas (15 pts) led Milwaukee, which will look to rebound tonight against Boston on NBA TV (7:30 ET)<\/p>\n

Grizzlies 125, Pacers 106: Walter Clayton Jr. (7 pts, 4 stl) dished out 14 dimes, tying Ja Morant for the Grizzlies\u2019 rookie single-game record, while seven other Memphis players scored in double figures, outpacing Indy for its second win in a row. | Recap<\/a><\/p>\n

5. WHAT\u2019S TRENDING & WHAT\u2019S NEXT: BIG MONDAY OPENS KEY STRETCH
\n\"Kawhi<\/p>\n

Juan Ocampo + Noah Graham\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

The postseason race has escalated into a full-fledged sprint. But the road between now and the final day of the regular season (April 12) looks a bit different for everyone.<\/p>\n

With the stretch run at its peak, NBA.com\u2019s John Schuhmann broke down the remaining strength of schedule for all 30 teams:<\/p>\n

There are 158 games remaining that involve two of the 21 teams that are still competing for Playoff or Play-In position (the current top 10 in each conference plus the Bucks).<\/p>\n

There are plenty of big games left to be played and much at stake, whether it be home-court advantage in the Playoffs, an automatic berth (via a top-six finish) or positioning in the Play-In, where every spot has an advantage over the one below. | Read More<\/a><\/p>\n

Tonight on Peacock (10 ET), the Warriors and Clippers meet as a pair of Play-In squads hoping to inch closer to the Playoff picture. They sit 8th and 9th in the West, respectively.<\/p>\n

Smooth Sailing: After a 6-21 start, the Clips have gone 22-10, slingshotting into Play-In position
\nKlaw Control: Amid the run, Kawhi Leonard (28 GP) has averaged 29.8 ppg, the highest-scoring 28-game stretch of his career
\nBig Stakes: 2.5 games ahead of LA is Golden State, which has remained in postseason position with Steph Curry sidelined (knee)
\nBig Response: The Warriors have leaned on their depth without Steph, as seven players averaged 10+ ppg in February<\/p>\n

\"Bobby<\/p>\n

John Fisher\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

In the East, the Celtics have held steady in 2nd since Jan. 15. But plenty of obstacles are ahead, beginning with tonight\u2019s contest against the Bucks (7:30 ET, NBA TV).<\/p>\n

Gauntlet Ahead: Based on cumulative opponent win percentage, Boston\u2019s remaining strength of schedule is the 4th-toughest overall and the hardest in the East
\nIn The Hunt: After a 5-1 run, Milwaukee has dropped its last two outings, but is just 3 games back of Play-In position, looking to make up ground<\/p>\n

On League Pass, Nikola Joki\u0107 and the 5th-place Nuggets look to rebound from Sunday\u2019s loss as they visit the Jazz (9 ET). One game ahead of Denver out West is 3rd-place Houston, which takes on the Wizards (7 ET).<\/p>\n

\"Tyrese<\/p>\n

David Dow + Nathaniel S. Butler\/NBAE via Getty Images<\/p>\n

What\u2019s Next: The postseason race rolls on this week with a slew of marquee games on the national stage, highlighted by NBC\u2019s throwback broadcast<\/a> of Spurs-76ers on Coast 2 Coast Tuesday.<\/p>\n

NBC\u2019s Throwback Tuesday: Before the Suns visit the Kings (8 PT), Philly and San Antonio go toe-to-toe (8 ET) as NBC brings back Doug Collins, Bob Costas, Mike Fratello and more classic voices from the 1990s and early 2000s.<\/p>\n

Wednesday on ESPN: In a heavyweight duel at MSG, the West-leading Thunder visit the East\u2019s 3rd-place Knicks (7 ET). Then, the Bucks host the soaring Hawks (9:30 ET).<\/p>\n

Thursday on Prime: A crucial night amid the West race as the Rockets host the Warriors (7:30 ET), before the Lakers meet the Nuggets in a rivalry showdown (10 ET).<\/p>\n

Friday on ESPN: A 2024 Finals rematch between the Celtics and Mavs tips off at TD Garden (7 ET), before the Clips face Victor Wembanyama and the surging Spurs (9:30 ET).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Fifty-nine straight road games with 20+ points, passing Wilt for the longest such streak all-time. One road poster,…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":634761,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3768],"tags":[19484,7,78,304,83009,83008,6,50537,1136,191,3810,3806,209],"class_list":["post-634760","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-new-york-knicks","tag-19484","tag-basketball","tag-jaylen-brown","tag-knicks","tag-knicks-defeat-spurs","tag-march-2","tag-nba","tag-nba-starting-5-newsletter","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-knicks","tag-newyork","tag-newyorkknicks","tag-shai-gilgeous-alexander"],"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/channels.im\/@nba\/116160616192461239","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/634760","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=634760"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/634760\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/634761"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=634760"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=634760"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=634760"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}