NBA Roundup: Pistons Upset Thunder, Nuggets Dominate Celtics & More!

by Emma Walker – News Editor

Cade Cunningham scored 29 points and dished out 10 assists as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 124-116 on Tuesday night, according to ESPN.

The victory came as Oklahoma City played without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander due to injury. Jaylin Williams led the Thunder with 30 points and 11 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome a strong performance from Detroit. Jalen Duren added 29 points and 15 rebounds for the Pistons.

Elsewhere in the NBA on Wednesday, the Denver Nuggets dominated the Boston Celtics 103-84. Nikola Jokić led Denver with 30 points and 12 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown scored 23 points for Boston. The Celtics struggled from the field, shooting just 34.9% in the second half.

The Milwaukee Bucks secured a narrow 118-116 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, thanks to a late basket from Kevin Porter Jr., who finished with 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. Jarrett Allen led Cleveland with 27 points, and Dennis Schroder added 26.

The Houston Rockets achieved a decisive victory over the Sacramento Kings, winning 128-97. Alperen Sengun recorded a triple-double with 26 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists. Reed Sheppard contributed 28 points and 3 rebounds for Houston.

The San Antonio Spurs continued their winning streak, defeating the Toronto Raptors 110-107. Six Spurs players scored in double figures, with Devin Vassell leading the way with 21 points. Victor Wembanyama had 12 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 3-for-12 from the field.

Finally, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 133-112. Will Richard scored 21 points for Golden State, while Brandon Podziemski added 19 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.

On February 3, 2026, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Denver Nuggets 124-121, with Cunningham scoring 29 points and Jokic scoring 32 for the Nuggets, according to ESPN.

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