NBA recap: Joel Embiid returns to lead 76ers over Bulls

Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls

Joel Embiid came back from a seven-game absence to score 31 points and grab 12 rebounds, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 108-100 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday afternoon. Embiid’s performance helped the…

Kings defeat Jazz with ease

Sacramento Kings (NBA)

Kevin Huerter scored 26 points off the bench, and De’Aaron Fox added 21 points and nine assists as the Sacramento Kings easily defeated the Utah Jazz 141-97 on Sunday night. Huerter made 10 of 14…

Tyler Herro scores 34 points to lead Heat past Cavs

Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers

Tyler Herro scored 19 of his game-high 34 points in the third quarter, leading the Miami Heat to a 122-113 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night, ending the Cavaliers’ four-game winning streak. Cleveland…

Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets defeat the Hawks

Denver Nuggets and Atlanta Hawks

Nikola Jokic scored 48 points to help the Denver Nuggets beat the Atlanta Hawks 141-111 on Sunday, ending the Hawks’ six-game winning streak. Jokic made 17 of 29 shots, adding 14 rebounds and eight assists.…

Knicks and Raptors aim for quicker starts

Jalen Brunson takes the ball forward

The New York Knicks and the Toronto Raptors are both looking to start their game on Monday night with more energy than they did in their last matches. Both teams struggled to pick up their…

Pacers aim to capitalize on Hornets’ struggles

Indiana Pacers (NBA)

Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle understands the struggles of the Charlotte Hornets, but that won’t stop him from taking advantage of their situation when they face off in Indianapolis on Sunday. The Pacers snapped a…

Blazers and Lakers aim to get back on track

LeBron James reacts in the 1st half

The Los Angeles Lakers and Portland Trail Blazers, both struggling, will meet Sunday night. Both teams have lost three games in a row and seven of their last nine, dropping down the Western Conference standings.…