Thursday’s NBA slate delivered a full night of action packed with standout performances, close finishes, and some surprising outcomes as teams jockey for playoff positioning.
Big Games & Results from Feb. 26
- The Philadelphia 76ers edged out the Miami Heat, 124–117, in a competitive Eastern Conference matchup.
- The Charlotte Hornets put up a big offensive night to beat the Indiana Pacers 133–109.
- San Antonio Spurs continued their strong stretch with a 126–110 win over the Brooklyn Nets.
- The Houston Rockets took down the Orlando Magic, 113–108, in a solid road performance.
- The Atlanta Hawks rolled past the Washington Wizards, 126–96.
- In the Western Conference, the Sacramento Kings surprised the Dallas Mavericks 130–121.
- The Phoenix Suns nipped the Los Angeles Lakers, 113–110, thanks to a late-game play.
- The New Orleans Pelicans topped the Utah Jazz 129–118.
- And the Minnesota Timberwolves closed out the night with a 94–88 win over the LA Clippers.Â
What to Know
• A handful of teams continued to solidify their playoff credentials, while surprising road victories like Sacramento’s and Charlotte’s demonstrated the depth and unpredictability of the league this season.
• Individual performances across the slate highlighted stars and rising contributors alike, keeping the race tight in both conferences as we approach the final stretch of the regular season.
