Nikola Vučević delivered an outstanding performance, and such displays typically lead to victories for Chicago.

The Bulls bounced back from two recent losses, clinching a play-in spot with a decisive 137:118 win over Toronto. The Montenegrin forward netted 25 points, grabbed 22 rebounds, and contributed seven assists in just 10 minutes, missing only three shots (12-9).

Our center finished the game shooting 9-7 on two-point attempts, 3-2 on three-pointers, and a perfect 2-2 from the charity stripe.

Kobe White led the team with 28 points, followed closely by Taylen Horton-Tucker with 27. On the opposing side, Jacob Walter and Emmanuel Quickley both scored 17 points.

Another standout, Nikola Jokić, had an impressive night against Minnesota, playing 52 minutes and achieving a career-high 61 points along with a triple-double (11 rebounds, 10 assists). However, it still wasn’t enough for the Nuggets to overcome the Wolves, who won 140:139.

This marked Minnesota’s fourth victory over Denver this season.

Jokić managed to save his team from defeat twice—once after regulation and again in the first overtime. Unfortunately, in the second extra period, Russell Westbrook’s missed layup and foul on Nickel Alexander-Walker during a three-point attempt sealed the fate of the game.

The Canadian capitalized, making two free throws and intentionally missing the third to secure the win for his team.

Steph Curry shined brightly, scoring 52 points, along with 10 rebounds and eight assists in a thrilling match where Golden State triumphed over Memphis 134:125.

Curry connected on 12 of 20 three-point attempts, accumulating 32 points by halftime. He was supported by Jimmy Butler with 27 points and Draymond Green, who achieved a triple-double with 13 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds.

For Memphis, Ja Morant stood out with 36 points.

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