Kyle Kuzma - Los Angeles Lakers
Things looked rough for the Lakers when they learned they'd be without LeBron for a key road trip in the West. However, Kuzma stepped up to lead his team to victory in overtime, 138-128. The second-year star had 32 points, eight rebounds, and four assists against OKC.
🔥 @kylekuzma pours in 32 PTS, 7 3PM as the @Lakers come away victorious in OT at OKC! #LakeShow pic.twitter.com/UP8xladNiH
— NBA (@NBA) January 18, 2019
Joel Embiid - Philadelphia 76ers
The Sixers also picked up a road win on Thursday at the expense of the Indiana Pacers. Joel Embiid helped lead the way with his 22 points, 13 rebounds, and eight assists. The big man also recorded a steal and three blocks in the 120-96 win.
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— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) January 18, 2019
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Nikola Jokic - Denver Nuggets
Another double-double performance on Thursday came courtesy of Nikola Jokic. The Denver Nuggets star recorded 18 points and 11 assists along with eight rebounds in his team's win over the Chicago Bulls.
Nikola Jokic goes behind the back to score over Lauri Markkanen (via @nuggets) pic.twitter.com/bMxxyisszn
— The Render (@TheRenderNBA) January 18, 2019