Starting 5, Jan. 11: Spurs & Clips stifle C’s & Pistons, Cavs hold off Wolves, Avdija mania hits Portland
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Key Points:
- Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs to a 100-95 victory over the Celtics, holding Boston to a season-low 95 points and showcasing strong defense alongside key contributions from Keldon Johnson and De’Aaron Fox.
- The Clippers overcame a 19-point deficit to beat the Pistons 98-92, with Kawhi Leonard leading a balanced 70-point team effort and a dominant fourth-quarter run.
- The Cavaliers avenged a recent loss by defeating the Timberwolves 145-134, featuring five players scoring 20+ points, while the Bulls snapped a three-game skid with a 125-107 win over the Mavericks.
- The Hornets scored 150 points in a dominant 150-95 win
