The American professional basketball League witnessed a series of electrifying matches on January 31, 2025, with standout performances from some of the league’s brightest stars. The San Antonio Spears, led by French phenom Victor Wimbanama, delivered a dominant offensive display against the Milwoki Pax, securing a resounding 144-118 victory at the Frost Bank Center. This marked the highest offensive output in a single game this season, showcasing the Spears’ firepower.
Wimbanama was a force on both ends of the court, recording 14 rebounds and multiple “Block Shots,” while also sinking five of his 11 three-point attempts.every starter for the Spears contributed double-digit points,with Stefon Castle leading the charge with 20 points and Harrison Barnes adding 16. Off the bench, Caldon Johnson shone brightly, scoring 24 points to further cement the Spears’ dominance. Despite the loss, Milwoki’s Greek star Yannis Antochonmbo put up an notable 35 points, supported by veteran Damian Lillard’s 22.The Spears now sit at 21 wins and 24 losses,12th in the Western Conference,while Milwoki remains third in the east with a 26-20 record.
In another thrilling matchup, Serbian superstar Nicolas Yukic led the Denver Nags to a nail-biting 137-134 victory over the Philadelphia Sven Sixers. Yukic was just shy of another “Triple Duple,” finishing with 28 points, 13 assists, and nine rebounds. Canadian guard Jamal Murray was instrumental, scoring 31 points, while Michael Porter Junior added 24. Despite a valiant effort from Terrez Maxi, who dropped 42 points, including six three-pointers, the Sixers fell short. French forward Genchon Yabouseli and Kelly Auberi Junior contributed 28 and 27 points, respectively. the Nags improved to 29-19, holding fourth place in the West, while the Sixers dropped to 28-28, sitting 11th in the East.
Meanwhile, in New Orleans, Jason Titom’s clutch shot in the final seconds secured a 118-116 victory for the Boston Celtics over the New Oliales Pelicans. Titom finished with 27 points, while Gayen Brown led the Celtics with 28. Despite Murphy’s 40-point effort, the Pelicans couldn’t avoid the loss. in Detroit, Kayed Canningham’s 40-point performance propelled the Detroit Bestones to a 117-102 win over the Dallas Marax.
| Matchup | Result | Top Performers |
|——————————|——————|———————————————————————————–|
| San Antonio spears vs. Milwoki Pax | 144-118 | Victor Wimbanama (14 rebounds, 5/11 3PT), Caldon Johnson (24 points) |
| Denver Nags vs. Philadelphia Sven Sixers | 137-134 | Nicolas Yukic (28 points, 13 assists), Jamal Murray (31 points) |
| Boston Celtics vs.New Oliales Pelicans | 118-116 | jason Titom (27 points, game-winner), Gayen Brown (28 points) |
| Detroit Bestones vs. Dallas Marax | 117-102 | Kayed Canningham (40 points) |
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