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The players: Miller and Ball make Charlotte win
After two losses in a row, the Charlotte Hornets, 12th in the Eastern Conference, returned to victory on Thursday in the NBA. At home, they won against the Detroit Pistons (123-121 ap), sixth in the same conference, despite a negative win/loss record.
Charlotte was twenty points ahead (89-69, 31st), but Detroit came back to the score (107-107, 46th). The Hornets finally won in overtime, led by Brandon Miller, author of 38 points, the best performance of his young NBA career, including an 8/12 long-distance shot, and LaMelo Ball (35 pts). Placed in the starting five, Moussa Diabaté only scored one point but provided the rebound (16). Tidjane Salaün scored seven points in 13 minutes.
The team: Spurs united in victory
The San Antonio Spurs were again without Victor Wembanyama (right knee contusion) on Thursday to host the Utah Jazz, 15th and last in the Western Conference. The Texans won (126-118), not without some difficulty. A little before the break, they were in fact twenty points behind (66-46, 22nd). San Antonio, however, managed to come back to the score (89-89, 37th) then escaped in the last three minutes.
Eight Spurs players scored more than ten points, Harrison Barnes being the most efficient (25), followed by Stephon Castle and Zach Collins (18 pts each). Sidy Cissoko, the second Frenchman from San Antonio, did not come into play. Finnish Lauri Markkanen scored 27 points for the Utah Jazz, who lost for the fourth time in a row.
The French: Gobert complete but beaten
The Minnesota Timberwolves, sixth in the Western Conference and who remained on two consecutive victories, lost to the Toronto Raptors (110-105), ranked 13th in the East. Rudy Gobert, the French pivot of the “Wolves”, signed a new double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds, to which were added two blocks and an interception.
Despite the trio Edwards (26 pts) – Randle (23) – McDaniels (22), Minnesota gave in to RJ Barrett, author of 31 points, including 12 in the last quarter, and Scottie Barnes, back after three weeks absence and who scored 17 points. This is only the fourth victory won by the Toronto Raptors this season. They remain 13th in their conference despite this success.
**How does Brandon Miller’s career-high performance against the Pistons, considering his rookie status, affect his position in the race for Rookie of the Year?**
## World Today News: NBA Round-Up
**Introduction**
Welcome back to World Today News! Today, we’re breaking down the latest action from the NBA, with our two expert guests, [Guest 1 Name], and [Guest 2 Name]. We’ll delve into the thrilling victories of the Charlotte Hornets and San Antonio Spurs, analyze the performance of standout players like Brandon Miller and Rudy Gobert, and discuss the challenges faced by teams like the Minnesota Timberwolves. Let’s jump right in!
**Section 1: Charlotte Hornets’ Comeback Victory**
* [Guest 1 Name], the Hornets bounced back from a two-game losing streak in a dramatic overtime win against the Detroit Pistons. What were the key factors that contributed to their success? Was it purely about individual brilliance from Miller and Ball, or was there something more?
* [Guest 2 Name], Charlotte held a twenty-point lead at one point, only to see the Pistons claw their way back. How common is this in the NBA, and what tactical adjustments do coaches typically make in such situations?
* Brandon Miller had a career-high 38 points. How significant is this performance for a rookie, and what does it tell us about his potential going forward?
**Section 2: San Antonio Spurs’ Resilience**
* [Guest 2 Name], despite missing Victor Wembanyama, the San Antonio Spurs overcame a twenty-point deficit to defeat the Utah Jazz. How did the Spurs manage to turn the tide, and what does this say about their team spirit and depth?
* [Guest 1 Name], eight Spurs players scored over ten points. Does this balanced scoring approach reflect a system-driven offense, or is it simply a reflection of the talent across the roster?
* The Jazz suffered their fourth straight loss. What are the key challenges they face, and can they turn their season around?
**Section 3: Rudy Gobert and the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Setback**
* [Guest 1 Name], Rudy Gobert continues to be a force on both ends of the court, recording another double-double. Despite his individual performance, the Timberwolves lost. Is this indicative of a larger issue within the team dynamic?
* [Guest 2 Name], Toronto Raptors secured a much-needed win, with RJ Barrett leading the charge. How crucial was Barrett’s performance, and what does this victory mean for the Raptors’ confidence moving forward?
**Conclusion**
Thank you to our insightful guests, [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name], for shedding light on these exciting NBA matchups. We hope you enjoyed our discussion! For more in-depth coverage and analysis, be sure to visit world-today-news.com.
