Facing their own team problems, both the Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat ease some issues by winning games against separate opponents.
The NBA’s weekend slate has been cut in half, with three games being postponed due to the unfortunate fires in Los Angeles and the winter storm happening in the Atlanta area.
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COMEBACK KIDS
Memphis Grizzlies (25-14) def. Minnesota Timberwolves (20-18), 127-125: Ja Morant hits when it matters most, with his clutch finish giving the Grizzlies the victory over Minnesota.
Detroit Pistons (20-19) def. Toronto Raptors (8-31), 123-114: Cade Cunningham’s triple-double fuels the surging Pistons past the Raptors as Detroit stays in the East Play-In race.
Phoenix Suns (18-19) def. Utah Jazz (9-28), 114-106: Suns win back-to-back as Devin Booker’s 34 points help Phoenix beat the Jazz.
Miami Heat (20-17) def. Portland Trail Blazers (13-25), 119-98: Tyler Herro goes for 32-5-5 as the Miami Heat win their third straight.
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San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers, Charlotte Hornets vs. Los Angeles Clippers, and Houston Rockets vs. Atlanta Hawks were all postponed.