Friday night's NBA action included the debut of Tobias Harris for the Philadelphia Sixers as they looked impressive with their starting five. In addition, the Pistons, Bulls, Warriors, and Bucks were amongst winning teams. Here's a look at five players who came up big in the victories.
Lauri Markkanen - Chicago Bulls
The Bulls were down 76-61 at halftime but thanks to Markkanen's performance they fought back. Markannen finished the game with 31 points, 18 rebounds, and two blocks. New teammate Otto Porter Jr. added 18 in the 125-106 win at Brooklyn.
Lauri Markkanen posted his 3rd straight game of 30+ points for the @chicagobulls last night in Brooklyn!
— NBA Fantasy (@NBAFantasy) February 9, 2019
He had 31 PTS, 4 3PTM, 18 REB & 2 BLK for 55.6 #NBAFantasy points! pic.twitter.com/SAX5dWhNg5
Andre Drummond - Detroit Pistons
Another double-double beast on Friday night was Andre Drummond of the Detroit Pistons. He recorded 29 points and 20 rebounds in a commanding performance in the pain. Detroit took the game 120-103 over the New York Knicks.
Andre Drummond (29 PTS, 20 REB) dominated inside to propel the @DetroitPistons to victory last night! 💪 #DetroitBasketball pic.twitter.com/wRBRQIdE3z
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 9, 2019
JJ Redick - Philadelphia 76ers
The 76ers now boast a number of All-Stars and potential All-Star players in their starting five. With Tobias Harris debuting on Friday against Denver, it was actually JJ Redick who led the way. Redick scored a team-high 34 points including six three-pointers in the 117-110 win.
JJ Redick goes off for a game-high 34 PTS (6 3PM) in the @sixers victory in Philly! #HereTheyCome pic.twitter.com/3x5nzIzHVz
— NBA (@NBA) February 9, 2019
Giannis Antetokounmpo - Milwaukee Bucks
Never forget about Greek Freak on a night the Bucks are in action. The NBA All-Star captain tallied 29 points on 13-of-19 made field-goals along with 17 rebounds and five assists. He also blocked a shot in the Bucks' 122-107 win over Dallas.
.@Giannis_An34 (29 PTS) & @luka7doncic (20 PTS) duel as the @Bucks win their 6th straight in Dallas! #FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/F6acRFAuO6
— NBA (@NBA) February 9, 2019
Bradley Beal - Washington Wizards
It was the debut of Bobby Portis and Jabari Parker for the Wizards on Friday. Bradley Beal put in 25 points and 13 assists along with two steals. His new teammate Portis scored a team-high 30 in the 119-106 win.
.@RealDealBeal23 (31 PTS) made it look easy as the @WashWizards defeated the Bulls in Chicago! 💫#DCFamily pic.twitter.com/6H3LHd1PxB
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 10, 2019