It was another night of epic proportions for the NBA on Sunday (January 13). It included multiple players going off for big performances including 40-point games for more than a few players. In addition, there were some big double-doubles, near triple-doubles, and a double-overtime thriller in DC.
Stephen Curry - Golden State Warriors
Steph was having his way in Dallas, as he recorded a whopping 48 points in regulation. That included 11 three-pointers during the game, to help the Warriors top the Mavericks.
Relive each of @StephenCurry30's 11 threes as he pours in 48 PTS to propel the @warriors on the road! #DubNation pic.twitter.com/vAD1ekLz8F
— NBA (@NBA) January 14, 2019
Kawhi Leonard - Toronto Raptors
In Washington, DC, it was Leonard and Bradley Beal battling it out in a double-overtime game. The Raptors got the 140-138 win, thanks to 41 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists from Mr. Leonard.
Two big time performances...@kawhileonard (41 PTS, 11 REB) & @RealDealBeal23 (43 PTS, 15 AST, 10 REB) duel in a double OT @Raptors win! #WeTheNorth #DCFamily pic.twitter.com/SETGmCK8BP
— NBA (@NBA) January 13, 2019
Nikola Jokic - Denver Nuggets
The Trail Blazers and Nuggets had a close battle in Denver on Sunday. However, it was big man Nikola Jokic with 40 points and 10 rebounds that led his team to a 116-113 win. Jokic nearly achieved a triple-double, with eight assists, as well.
Nikola Jokic goes off for a season-high 40 PTS, 10 REB, 8 AST in the @nuggets 12th consecutive victory at home! #MileHighBasketball pic.twitter.com/uKpk3KCOpo
— NBA (@NBA) January 14, 2019
Ben Simmons - Philadelphia 76ers
Ben Simmons was just one assist shy of an impressive triple-double. Even so, his 20 points, 22 rebounds, and nine assists, on the road, are quite impressive. The 76ers topped the Knicks, 108-105 in NYC.
💪 @BenSimmons25 goes for 20 PTS, a career-high 22 REB, and 9 AST in the @sixers road W at MSG! #HereTheyCome pic.twitter.com/e6AhH1P0Nq
— NBA (@NBA) January 14, 2019
Giannis Antetokounmpo - Milwaukee Bucks
Giannis is a stat sheet stuffer and he got a bit of everything in Milwaukee's win at Atlanta. The Greek Freak scored 33 points, grabbed six rebounds, dished out four assists, stole the ball three times, and blocked a shot.
🦌 @Giannis_An34 puts up 33 PTS for the @Bucks in Atlanta! #FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/vl5OLg7uYB
— NBA (@NBA) January 13, 2019