Big games from Paul George and Tyrese Maxey paved the way for the Philadelphia 76ers’ shackling a seven-game skid after outlasting the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The Memphis Grizzlies became the second team in the West to notch 30 wins, while the Portland Trail Blazers secured a fourth straight win after losing five straight. | Photos: Grizzlies, Trail Blazers
Both the Memphis Grizzlies and the suddenly streaking Portland Trail Blazers stayed on the winning course on the same night the Philadelphia 76ers finally woke up from a nightmarish skid.
GRIZZLIES, TRAIL BLAZERS STAY ON POINT
- Philadelphia 76ers (16-27) def. Cleveland Cavaliers (36-8), 132-129: Paul George and Tyrese Maxey combined for 59 points as the Sixers ended a seven-game skid in edging the East-leading Cavaliers.
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- Portland Trail Blazers (17-28) def. Charlotte Hornets (11-30), 102-97: Anfernee Simmons poured 17 of his team-high 27 points in the second half for a fourth straight Trail Blazers win.
- Memphis Grizzlies (29-15) def. New Orleans Pelicans (12-32), 129-115: Make it five straight wins for the Grizzlies after cooling off the Pelicans in the Grind City.