Here is a summary of notable basketball events from the past 24 hours:
NBA Highlights:
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Philadelphia 76ers’ Remarkable Comeback: The 76ers overcame a 29-point deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106 in their home opener. Tyrese Maxey led with 32 points, Joel Embiid added 24, and LeBron James contributed 17 points and 10 rebounds. (washingtonpost.com)
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Damian Lillard’s Triumphant Return: After a 1,309-day absence, Damian Lillard returned to the Portland Trail Blazers, scoring 25 points and hitting six three-pointers in a dominant win over the Phoenix Suns. (axios.com)
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Tyrese Haliburton’s Emotional Comeback: Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton made a heartfelt return after missing the previous season due to an Achilles injury, contributing 23 points and 12 assists in a 123-120 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. (axios.com)
WNBA News:
- Players Focus Amidst Controversy: WNBA Finals players are concentrating on their game preparations, tuning out external distractions, including criticism from President Donald Trump regarding their pre-game routines. (apnews.com)
International Basketball:
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Valencia Basket’s Euroliga Victory: Valencia Basket secured a decisive 104-93 win against Paris Basketball, with TJ Shorts leading the team with 25 points and eight assists. (elpais.com)
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Real Madrid’s Three-Point Mastery: Real Madrid achieved a 113-99 victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv, setting a club record by making 21 of 40 three-point attempts (52.5%). Facundo Campazzo led with 21 points. (elpais.com)
Political Controversy:
- LeBron James Criticized by President Trump: President Donald Trump labeled LeBron James a “TOTAL DISGRACE” after a video appeared to show James practicing his golf swing and jump shot during the national anthem before Philadelphia’s season opener. James dismissed the criticism, responding, “It must be a slow news day at the office.” (apnews.com)
Highlights:
- Pacers prepare for an emotional Haliburton homecoming, Published on Friday, October 23
- Damian Lillard gets hero’s welcome in Blazers return, Published on Thursday, October 22
- Trump blasts 76ers star LeBron James as ‘disgrace’ for not standing still during national anthem, Published on Thursday, October 22
