The NBA Just Left Us All Speechless

Summary

The script recaps an eventful week in the NBA, highlighting standout performances and games. It spotlights Embiid's 70-point game honoring Kobe on the anniversary of his 81-point feat, Towns' 62 points in a loss, and Booker's 62. But the pinnacle was Luka's 73 points to set a Mavs' franchise record, tying the fourth-highest scoring game ever with insane 91% shooting. Other notable events include the Suns and Celtics' continued dominance, surprise wins by underdogs like the Pistons, and taunting between rivals. The script builds excitement for the upcoming All-Star weekend.

Takeaways

• 😲 There were many thrilling and unbelievable basketball moments this past week in the NBA, including major comebacks, buzzer beaters, and record-breaking performances.
• 💪 We witnessed a clash between two top West teams, the Timberwolves and Thunder, that came down to the final possessions.
• 😂 There was some bizarre behavior in the Wizards-Spurs game, including a technical foul called for a player celebrating his teammate scoring.
• 🔥 James Harden and Kevin Durant continued their incredible scoring runs, each posting back-to-back 40+ point games.
• 🙏 The NBA community mourned the tragic passing of beloved Warriors assistant coach Deon Movich.
• 😤 Joel Embiid posted a 76ers franchise record 70 points to honor Kobe on the anniversary of his 81 point game.
• 👟 Russell Westbrook continued to impress playing shoeless at one point in the Lakers vs. Clippers matchup.
• 😡 Multiple head coaches, including Rick Carlisle and Chauncey Billups, were ejected from games this week.
• 🎯 Devin Booker scored 62 points on Kobe's death anniversary but came up just short of beating the Pacers.
• 🤯 Luka Doncic shattered his own and the Mavs' franchise record with an unthinkable 73 point performance.

Q & A

What two teams faced off in a 'clash of the titans' game?

The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Oklahoma City Thunder, who are the best and second best teams in the Western Conference.

How many points did Joel Embiid score to set a new Philadelphia 76ers franchise record?

Joel Embiid scored 70 points, breaking Wilt Chamberlain's previous 76ers record of 68 points.

Who scored 62 points on the anniversary of Kobe Bryant's 81 point game?

Karl-Anthony Towns scored 62 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves on the anniversary of Kobe Bryant's 81 point game.

What coach did the Milwaukee Bucks surprisingly hire after firing Mike Budenholzer?

The Milwaukee Bucks hired Doc Rivers as their new head coach after firing Mike Budenholzer.

What team traded Kyle Lowry and a future first round pick to the Charlotte Hornets?

The Miami Heat traded Kyle Lowry and a future first round pick to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Terry Rozier.

What was the final score of the Kings vs Warriors game that came down to the final possession?

The Kings defeated the Warriors 117-116 in a game that came down to the final possession.

Which two teams have first and second year players that are battling for rookie of the year honors?

The San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder have rookie of the year candidates in Jeremy Sochan and Jalen Williams.

What franchise record for points in a game did the New Orleans Pelicans set?

The New Orleans Pelicans scored 153 points to set a new franchise record for most points in a game.

What player scored 73 points to tie for the 4th most points scored in a single game in NBA history?

Luka Doncic scored 73 points for the Dallas Mavericks, tying David Thompson for the 4th most points in a single game in NBA history.

What Suns player scored 62 points but missed a potential game winning shot at the buzzer?

Devin Booker scored 62 points for the Phoenix Suns but missed a shot at the buzzer that would have won the game against the Indiana Pacers.