By Tiffany Williams –
The NBA schedule Tuesday saw a mix of high-scoring affairs and tight finishes as teams continued jockeying for playoff positioning with just over a month remaining in the regular season.
The Philadelphia 76ers rolled past the Indiana Pacers 135-114, powered by Tyrese Maxey’s 32 points. Micah Potter led Indiana with 23 points, but the Pacers could not keep pace with Philadelphia’s balanced attack. Atlanta dominated Washington 119-98 behind Jonathan Kuminga’s 27 points, while Will Riley led the Wizards with 18.
Dallas defeated Brooklyn 123-114 as Marvin Bagley III scored 22 points, although Michael Porter Jr. posted 26 for the Nets in a losing effort. Oklahoma City overcame Toronto 116-107, with Cason Wallace contributing 27 points and RJ Barrett scoring 21 for the Raptors. Cleveland edged the New York Knicks 109-94, Donovan Mitchell leading the Cavaliers with 23 points, while Jalen Brunson posted 20 for New York.
Charlotte handled Chicago decisively 131-99, Brandon Miller scoring 23 points for the Hornets, but Matas Buzelis had 32 for the Bulls. Milwaukee outpaced Miami 128-117 as Kevin Porter Jr. led the Bucks with 32 points, and Norman Powell scored 26 for the Heat. New Orleans narrowly defeated Golden State 113-109, Zion Williamson scoring 26 points, with De’Anthony Melton leading the Warriors with 28.
Boston controlled the court against Phoenix 97-81, Derrick White scoring 22 points, and Collin Gillespie posting 15 for the Suns. Minnesota topped Portland 124-121 behind Anthony Edwards’ 34 points, with Jrue Holiday adding 22 for the Trail Blazers. Orlando eked out a one-point victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, 110-109, as Paolo Banchero scored 36 points, and Luka Doncic led the Lakers with 22.
Tuesday’s slate highlighted both the offensive firepower of younger stars like Banchero, Edwards, and Maxey, and the tight contests that continue to define the playoff race. Teams are balancing rotations and minutes while jockeying for seeding, making each late-February matchup crucial for momentum heading into March.