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NBA: Pacers, Celtics triumphant in scrimmages

NBA: Pacers, Celtics triumphant in scrimmages

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A near triple-double from Luka Doncic was not enough as the Indiana Pacers downed the Dallas Mavericks, 118-111, in a scrimmage ahead of the restart of the NBA season on Sunday in Orlando (Monday in Manila).

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Doncic had 20 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists while playing just 24 minutes. He helped the Mavericks reach a 37-26 lead after the first quarter.

The Pacers, however, dominated the second and third frames, where they outscored the Mavs, 66-49. After taking a 92-86 lead at the end of the third quarter, they held onto the lead in a nip-and-tuck fourth period.

Malcolm Brogdon had an all-around game of 17 points, seven rebounds, and six assists for the Pacers, while Victor Oladipo had 16 points and seven boards. TJ Warren scored a team-high 20 points.

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The Mavericks were playing without Kristaps Porzingis, who had to undergo a one-day quarantine in the NBA's "bubble" after forgetting to get tested for COVID-19.

Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics recovered from a slow start to defeat the Phoenix Suns, 117-103, in another scrimmage.

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Trailing by three points, 32-29, after the opening quarter, the Celtics took control in the second frame and eventually pulled away in the third period, when they outscored the Suns by nine points.
Jaylen Brown scored a game-high 21 points for the Celtics, and Jayson Tatum added 16 points and nine rebounds.

Devin Booker accounted for 17 points and nine assists, while playing just under 27 minutes for the Suns.

In another game, defending NBA champions Toronto Raptors edged the Portland Trail Blazers, 110-104. Serge Ibaka (19 points, six rebounds) and Pascal Siakam (18 points, six rebounds) led the way for the Raptors.

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CJ McCollum had 21 points and five assists for Portland. Damian Lillard sat out the game due to inflammation in his left foot.

Also, the Houston Rockets defeated the Memphis Grizzlies, 119-104. James Harden had 31 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds while playing over 35 minutes. Rookie ace Ja Morant had 17 points and nine assists for the Grizzlies.

(For more sports coverage, visit the ABS-CBN Sports website).

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UST Growling Tigresses gun for third straight victory in WMPBL

UST Growling Tigresses gun for third straight victory in WMPBL

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University of Santo Tomas’ Brigette Santos in action in the 2025 WMPBL Invitationals. Photo handoutUniversity of Santo Tomas’ Brigette Santos in action in the 2025 WMPBL Invitationals. Photo handout

MANILA — University of Santo Tomas returns for another week of 2025 Women’s Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (WMPBL) Invitationals action on Wednesday.

The 2-0 Growling Tigresses are determined to secure their third straight win when they face Centro Escolar University (1-2), 6:00 p.m., at the Enderun Gym and look to pick up where they left off last January 29.

Kent Pastrana and standout rookie Karylle Sierba are once again expected to lead the charge for the former UAAP champions as they look to remain one of only two unbeaten teams in the league, alongside Galeries Tower.

UST is aiming to secure its third consecutive win after an 82-67 triumph over Discovery Perlas and a dominant 75-32 victory over PSP.

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Over at the other side, the Lady Scorpions head into the match-up coming off a gutsy 68-65 win over EZ Jersey. CEU will lean on the 1-2 punch of Claire Tapinit and Diana Defeles as they look to sustain their momentum and make it two straight victories.

Earlier in the day, New Zealand-Bluefire will open the triple-header against Far Eastern University at 4:00 p.m.

The Valkyries, led by Snow Peñaranda, look to make it three victories in a row to improve their standings to 4-1, while the Lady Tamaraws (1-2) will try to rebound after a tough 61-76 defeat against Philippine Navy.

In the nightcap, San Juan looks to bounce back against the Luisa San Juan-led Cavite-TOL at 8:00 p.m.

The Lady Knights (2-1), who suffered their first loss against Pilipinas Aguilas last February 5, look to vent their ire against a Patriots side that was coming off its first win after three tries.

Games in this league will air live on IBC 13 and stream via the league’s official Facebook page and YouTube channel.  

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