Recap Roundups
April 05, 2016
Philadelphia 107, New Orleans 93
Asked about the significance of his team's 10th victory of the season, Philadelphia 76ers coach Brett Brown feigned ignorance.
Toronto 96, Charlotte 90
The Toronto Raptors continue to set new standards for themselves.
Miami 107, Detroit 89
The Miami Heat returned the favor on the Detroit Pistons' 3-point scoring barrage in their first two meetings of the season.
Atlanta 103, Phoenix 90
The Atlanta Hawks overcame a ragged first half and a big game from the Phoenix Suns rookie guard Devin Booker to stay on top of the Southeast Division.
Memphis 108, Chicago 92
In the quiet of the Chicago Bulls' locker room Tuesday night at FedExForum, point guard Derrick Rose tried to explain how a virtual must-win game for his team turned into a 108-92 loss to the reeling and hobbled Memphis Grizzlies.
Cleveland 109, Milwaukee 80
JR Smith scored 21 points and LeBron James and Kevin Love added 17 each as the Cleveland Cavaliers cruised to a 109-80 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday night at the Bradley Center, extending their winning streak to four games.
Oklahoma City 124, Denver 102
Russell Westbrook is forever linked to teammate Kevin Durant, but now the All-Star guard has joined elite company with another big night.
San Antonio 88, Utah 86
The final result remained the same, but at least the Utah Jazz made their latest loss to the San Antonio Spurs a competitive game.
Portland 115, Sacramento 107
CJ McCollum and Damian Lillard get much of the credit for the Portland Trail Blazers' unlikely rise in the Western Conference standings, what with their backcourt ability to shoot and dart to the hoop.
Minnesota 124, Golden State 117
The Minnesota Timberwolves have just 26 wins this season, but at least now they have one to feature on their season highlight reel.
L.A. Clippers 103, L.A. Lakers 81
Chris Paul expressed sadness watching five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant's career wind down in losing fashion with the Los Angeles Lakers.