NBA, Giannis Antetokounmpo overwhelms Nikola Jokic and gives Doc Rivers first win

NBA night results

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Ten contests were played in the NBA night. The MVP clash between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic ended with a clear victory for the Greek superstar, who thanks to 36 points and 18 rebounds dragged Milwaukee and beat defending champions Denver (112-95), giving Doc Rivers his first win as coach of the Bucks. In the eastern conference also comes an important success for the new Philadelphia 76ers, who s're narrowly victorious over Cleveland (123-121), thanks to 24 points from newcomer Buddy Hield.

San Antonio and Dallas also get Ws, against Toronto (122-99) and Washinghton (112-104), respectively. In the Spurs’ ranks, Victor Wembanyama takes center stage, ending his night with 27 points, 14 rebounds and an impressive 10 steals. In the Mavs’ house, Luka Doncic also finishes in triple-double (26 points, 11 rebounds, 15 assists).

Direct clash at the top of the Western Conference between Minnesota and Los Angeles Clippers ends in favor of the T'Wolves (121-100), who fly away thanks to a top-notch second half. Success for Golden State on the court of Utah (129-107) starring the Splash Brothers (51 combined points by the Thompson-Curry duo).

In the night’s other contests: Houston narrowly beats New York (105-103), New Orleans tops Memphis (96-87), Chicago s'imposes on Atlanta (136-126) and Charlotte wins at home against Indiana (111-102).