On a busy evening of action, the Cleveland Cavaliers continued their impressive form, extending their winning streak to seven games thanks to a 118‑113 triumph over the Charlotte Hornets, with Donovan Mitchell leading the charge with 32 points and Jarrett Allen adding a dominant 26 points and 14 rebounds. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves flexed their offensive firepower in a **122‑111 win over the struggling Dallas Mavericks, as Anthony Edwards erupted for 40 points to keep his MVP‑calibre season humming. Other highlights included the Memphis Grizzlies snapping a skid with a 123‑114 victory, the Washington Wizards topping the Indiana Pacers 131‑118 and Miami Heat cruising past the Atlanta Hawks 128‑97 in a strong night for Heat scoring. The Milwaukee Bucks also made a statement, routing the New Orleans Pelicans 139‑118 behind 27 points apiece from Cam Thomas and Ryan Rollins.
This stretch of games showcased a number of teams jockeying for playoff positioning and stars putting up big nights, setting the tone for a thrilling second half of the NBA season.
