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Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren lead Thunder to easy win over Bulls, 114-95

Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren lead Thunder to easy win over Bulls, 114-95

CHICAGO (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 23 points, Chet Holmgren added 21 points and a career-high 16 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder pounded Chicago 114-95 in the Bulls’ home opener on Saturday.
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Bucks say Andre Jackson Jr. was unhurt in single-car wreck after Saturday morning workout

Bucks say Andre Jackson Jr. was unhurt in single-car wreck after Saturday morning workout

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks reserve guard Andre Jackson Jr. was involved in a single-vehicle wreck after his team’s Saturday morning workout but didn’t require medical attention, the team said.
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Jimmy Butler's scores 13 of 26 points in fourth quarter as Heat hold off pesky Hornets 114-106

Jimmy Butler's scores 13 of 26 points in fourth quarter as Heat hold off pesky Hornets 114-106

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Jimmy Butler scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, Tyler Herro added five 3-pointers and 22 points and the Miami Heat spoiled the Charlotte Hornets’ home opener with 114-106 victory on Saturday night.
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Harden, Powell help Clippers overcome Jokic's 41 points to beat Nuggets 109-104

Harden, Powell help Clippers overcome Jokic's 41 points to beat Nuggets 109-104

DENVER (AP) — James Harden had 23 points and 16 assists, Norman Powell scored 26 of his 37 points in the second half and the Los Angeles Clippers overcame Nikola Jokic's 41 points to beat the Denver Nuggets 109-104 on Saturday.
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Mitchell, Allen lead Cavaliers to efficient 135-116 win over Wizards

Mitchell, Allen lead Cavaliers to efficient 135-116 win over Wizards

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points, Jarrett Allen added 23 while going 10 for 10 from the floor and the Cleveland Cavaliers eased to a 135-116 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night.
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Tatum scores 37 points and Celtics hold to beat stubborn Pistons 124-118

Tatum scores 37 points and Celtics hold to beat stubborn Pistons 124-118

DETROIT (AP) — Jayson Tatum scored six of his 37 points in the final 65 seconds and the Boston Celtics held on for a 124-118 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night.
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Redick's plan to give Davis an increased role has led to 2-0 start for Lakers

Redick's plan to give Davis an increased role has led to 2-0 start for Lakers

LOS ANGELES (AP) — When JJ Redick was hired as the Los Angeles Lakers coach, he said one of his early goals was to make Anthony Davis the offensive hub. Two games into Redick's tenure, things are going according to plan.
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Bronny James expected to begin splitting time between Lakers, G League team after trip

Bronny James expected to begin splitting time between Lakers, G League team after trip

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bronny James is expected to begin splitting time between the Lakers and the team's G League affiliate, even though coach JJ Redick said those plans could change.
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Anthony Davis scores 35 points, the Lakers rally in second half to beat the Suns 123-116

Anthony Davis scores 35 points, the Lakers rally in second half to beat the Suns 123-116

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anthony Davis scored 35 points, Austin Reaves added 26 and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the Phoenix Suns 123-116 on Friday night for their first 2-0 start since 2010-11.
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Portland hosts conference rival New Orleans

New Orleans Pelicans (2-0, fourth in the Western Conference) vs. Portland Trail Blazers (0-2, 14th in the Western Conference) Portland, Oregon; Sunday, 6 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Portland faces New Orleans in a matchup of Western Conference teams.
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