NBA Tuesday Recap: Nuggets edge nets in OT thriller, Mavericks stay hot

The NBA action on Tuesday night saw intense matchups across the league, with the Denver Nuggets defeating the Brooklyn Nets in overtime and the Golden State Warriors continuing their strong start to the season. Here’s a quick summary of the games and updated conference standings.

Tuesday’s Results

Brooklyn Nets 139-144 Denver Nuggets (OT)
In a high-scoring thriller, the Nuggets outlasted the Nets in overtime after the game was tied at 125-125 in regulation. Denver’s offense powered through in the extra period to secure their second win of the season.

Minnesota Timberwolves 114-120 Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks improved to 3-1 with a close win over the Timberwolves. Dallas leaned on solid performances from their star players to hold off Minnesota’s late comeback attempt.

Utah Jazz 96-113 Sacramento Kings
The Kings cruised to a comfortable victory over the struggling Jazz, who remain winless this season. Sacramento used efficient shooting to secure their second win and move to .500.

Golden State Warriors 124-106 New Orleans Pelicans
The Warriors dominated the Pelicans with a balanced team effort. With the win, Golden State improves to 3-1, staying near the top of the Western Conference standings.

Eastern Conference Standings

1. Cleveland Cavaliers (4-0)
2. Boston Celtics (4-0)
3. Orlando Magic (3-1)
4. Miami Heat (2-1)
5. Atlanta Hawks (2-2)
6. Chicago Bulls (2-2)
7. New York Knicks (1-2)
8. Charlotte Hornets (1-2)
9. Philadelphia 76ers (1-2)
10. Washington Wizards (1-2)
11. Brooklyn Nets (1-3)
12. Milwaukee Bucks (1-3)
13. Indiana Pacers (1-3)
14. Toronto Raptors (1-3)
15. Detroit Pistons (0-4)

Western Conference Standings

1. Oklahoma City Thunder (3-0)
2. Golden State Warriors (3-1)
3. Los Angeles Lakers (3-1)
4. Dallas Mavericks (3-1)
5. Phoenix Suns (3-1)
6. Los Angeles Clippers (2-1)
7. Sacramento Kings (2-2)
8. Houston Rockets (2-2)
9. Minnesota Timberwolves (2-2)
10. Memphis Grizzlies (2-2)
11. Denver Nuggets (2-2)
12. New Orleans Pelicans (2-2)
13. San Antonio Spurs (1-2)
14. Portland Trail Blazers (1-3)
15. Utah Jazz (0-4)

Playoff Picture

• Top Six Teams from each conference will qualify directly for the playoffs.
• Teams ranked 7th to 10th will compete in the Play-In Tournament to earn a playoff spot.

The NBA season is just getting started, but early results show some surprising contenders at the top, while heavyweights like the Milwaukee Bucks and Utah Jazz are struggling. Stay tuned for more exciting action as the season unfolds!