NBA Box Score, 17th Jan 2019: Lakers beat Thunder, Raptors hold off Suns and more
The day witnessed a bunch of close games with a Thunder-Laker showdown. The Raptors and the Nuggets both won their respective matches but are still at the second place in their respective conferences.
Let me take you through the NBA results for tonight.
Washington Wizards beat New York Knicks
The Washington Wizards came from behind in the fourth quarter and pulled off a win against the New York Knicks. For them, Bradley Beal scored 26 points and grabbed nine rebounds.
Score: Knicks 100-101 Wizards
Philadelphia 76ers rout Indiana Pacers
Jimmy Butler had an excellent night with 27 points and eight assists as 76ers beat the Indiana Pacers.
Score: 76ers 120-96 Pacers
Toronto Raptors beat Phoenix Suns
We were in for a thriller in Toronto as the Phoenix Suns lost to the Toronto Raptors after Pascal Siakam hit the buzzer-beater. Also, Serge Ibaka led the team with his 22 points on the night.
Score: Suns 109-111 Raptors
Charlotte Hornets beat Sacramento Kings
Four players from the bench scored in double figures for the Hornets as they defeated the Sacramento Kings at home.
For the Hornets, Kemba Walker led the way with 23 points on the night.
Score: Kings 95-114 Hornets
Denver Nuggets rout Chicago Bulls
The Chicago Bulls have been routed many times this season and tonight was no different. They were again wrecked by the Nuggets tonight.
For the Nuggets, seven players scored in double figures, including all the starters.
Score: Bulls 105-135 Nuggets
Los Angeles Lakers beat Oklahoma City Thunder
The Lakers have taken revenge on the Oklahoma City Thunder in an overtime thriller by beating them at their home court.
Kyle Kuzma had a great night with 32 points and eight rebounds. Also, Ivica Zubac grabbed 12 rebounds and contributed 26 points on the night.
Score: Lakers 138-128 Thunder