Sun Nov 23 01:00:00 UTC 2025: NBA Roundup: Spurs Win Third Straight Without Wembanyama, Maxey Explodes for 54 in Sixers’ OT Victory, Magic Rout Clippers

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Spurs continued their winning ways, securing their third consecutive victory without rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama, defeating the Atlanta Hawks. De’Aaron Fox led the Spurs with 26 points, while Keldon Johnson added 25. The Spurs (11-4) are off to their best start since the 2016-17 season, with David Jones Garcia delivering a standout performance, notching season highs in points, assists, rebounds, steals, and blocks. Atlanta’s Nickeil Alexander-Walker had a career night, scoring 38 points, with Jalen Johnson contributing 26, but it wasn’t enough to overcome San Antonio.

MILWAUKEE – In a thrilling overtime battle, Tyrese Maxey erupted for a career-high 54 points, including two clutch free throws to tie the game late, as the Philadelphia 76ers edged out the Milwaukee Bucks 123-114. Ryan Rollins of the Bucks matched his own career high with 32 points and added a career-best 14 assists in a losing effort. Both teams were without their former MVPs, Giannis Antetokounmpo (adductor strain) and Joel Embiid (knee issue), respectively. Justin Edwards hit a crucial 3-pointer to start overtime.

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Magic dominated the Los Angeles Clippers in a 129-101 victory. Jalen Suggs had a season-high 23 points and seven assists. The injury-plagued Clippers struggled on the road, with James Harden leading the way with 31 points. The Magic, however, shot an impressive 52.9% from beyond the arc to cruise to victory.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Santi Aldama scored 29 points, and Jock Landale added 21 as the Memphis Grizzlies crushed the Sacramento Kings 137-96, snapping a five-game losing streak. The Kings, reeling from their eighth straight loss, were led by Zach LaVine’s 26 points. Domantas Sabonis is expected to miss several weeks with a partial meniscus tear.

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