Nuggets Overcome 19-Point Deficit to Stun Mavericks in Dallas

Dallas, TX – At the American Airlines Center, the Denver Nuggets managed an exciting comeback victory over the Dallas Mavericks 112-101. The Nuggets overcame a 19-point third-quarter deficit, with a 33-12 advantage in the final period to secure the victory.

The Mavericks, missing their star players Luka Doncic (calf strain) and Kyrie Irving (back sprain), appeared in control of the game for most of the night. Klay Thompson scored 25 points for Dallas, which entered the fourth quarter with a comfortable margin. But the Nuggets found another gear on both ends in the final minutes.

Russell Westbrook led the charge for Denver, tallying 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists. Nikola Jokic played like himself, too, scoring 19 points and grabbing 18 rebounds, falling just short of another triple-double.

Kerr would be prohibited from commenting on this until he’s gotten a chance to review the video, but the nugget of state-of-the-game insight he could provide would be about the four keys that shifted in the fourth quarter, and (yes I’m setting this one up) the importance of three-point shooting in the Nuggets’ comeback. After struggling from deep for three quarters, the Nuggets made several crucial three-pointers when it mattered most. In contrast, the Mavericks turned ice cold from three, missing all 11 of their three-point attempts in the final period.

The Nuggets advance to 23-15 on the year with this win, while the Mavericks fall to 22-17.

Key takeaways from the game:

Resiliency for the Nuggets: Denver displayed their ability to respond and pull out a big road win.

Westbrook's Turnaround: Westbrook's energy and playmaking helped fuel the Nuggets' rally.

Mavericks’ Fourth-Quarter Collapse: With the game on the line, Dallas faltered on both ends, ceding control to the Nuggets.

Missing Doncic and Irving: The Mavericks are still reeling from not having their two best players, further accentuating their need to fulfill their potential.

This game showcased the Nuggets’ potential as a contender in the Western Conference, and also exposed the Mavericks’ weaknesses without their star players.

Grizzlies Edge Out Timberwolves in Tight Contest

 MINNEAPOLIS – In an exciting back-and-forth contest, the Memphis Grizzlies edged out the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-125 on Saturday night.

Ja Morant emerged as the hero, hitting a crucial jumper with 18 seconds left to break the tie and clinch the win for Memphis. Jaren Jackson Jr. spearheaded the Grizzlies' scoring with an impressive 33 points.

The game showcased the determination of both teams, featuring 22 ties and 25 lead changes. The Grizzlies took advantage of their strength on the offensive boards, outrebounding the Timberwolves 25-14 and turning those extra opportunities into 25 vital second-chance points.

Donte DiVincenzo led the Timberwolves with 27 points and 10 rebounds, while Jaden McDaniels added 21 points in a commendable effort. Despite their strong individual performances, the Timberwolves ultimately came up short.

This hard-fought win underscores the Grizzlies' resilience and their knack for finishing close games.

Chery Tiggo Roars On: Undefeated Streak Continues in PVL All-Filipino Conference

 

The Chery Tiggo Crossovers are showing no signs of slowing down, extending their undefeated run in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference with a dominant victory over Strong Group Athletics last Saturday.

The Crossovers cruised to a 25-12, 25-17, 25-19 victory, showcasing their powerful offense and well-coordinated defense. Mylene Paat once again led the charge with a game-high 18 points, while Shaila Carlos and EJ Laure added 15 and 12 points, respectively.

This win propels Chery Tiggo to the top of the standings, tied with Petro Gazz at 3-0. Their impressive performance comes on the heels of a string of dominant victories, showcasing their well-rounded roster and Coach Kungfu Reyes' strategic approach.

"We're taking it one game at a time," said Coach Reyes. "We respect all our opponents, but we're also confident in our abilities. We're working hard to improve and maintain consistency throughout the conference."

The Crossovers' next challenge comes on March 2rd, where they face a Choco Mucho. 

Ancajas Talo Kontra Inoue Via Body Shot Knockout

Ang dating kampeon na si Jerwin Ancajas (34-4-2, 23 KOs) ay dumanas ng matinding pagkatalo sa kanyang pagtatangka na mabawi ang WBA bantamweight title, na bumagsak sa isang mapangwasak na ninth-round body shot knockout laban kay Takuma Inoue (19-1, 5 KOs) sa Kokugikan Arena.

Nagsimula ang laban na kontrolado ni Inoue, tumatama ang kanyang kanan at kaliwang mga suntok at kontrolado din ang bilis. Kilala naman si Ancajas na southpaw at counterpunching pero nahirapan mahanap ang kanyang rhythm. Gayunpaman, nagpakita siya ng katatagan sa mga sumunod na round, partikular na sa ikawalo, kung saan nakatuon siya sa pag-atake sa katawan ni Inoue nang may kaunting tagumpay.

Para kay ancajas, ito ang ikaapat na pagkatalo niya sa huling limang laban niya. Kailangan niyang mag-regroup at istratehiya sa susunod na hakbang upang tumaas muli sa kanyang divison.

Nagpahayag naman si inoue ng interest ng matchup sa mga champion tulad nila Casimero at Donire.

Gilas Pilipinas Dinurog Ang Hongkong Sa Fiba Asia Cup Opener

 Sinimulan ng Gilas Pilipinas ang kanilang kampanya sa FIBA ​​Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers sa pamamagitan ng dominanteng 94-64 na panalo laban sa host Hong Kong. Ipinamalas ng mga kampeon sa Asian Games ang kanilang lakas, pinangunahan ng 16 puntos ni Justin Brownlee at double-double ni Kai Sotto na 13 puntos at 15 rebounds. Maagang iginiit ng Gilas ang kontrol, na nakakuha ng siyam na puntos na kalamangan sa unang quarter at pinahaba ito sa 30 puntos sa huling buzzer. Ang makapangyarihang panalo na ito ay nagtatakda ng malakas na tono para sa kanilang paglalakbay patungo sa 2025 Asia Cup sa Saudi Arabia