Green’s Last-Second Three Delivers Thrilling Double-OT Win for Phoenix

Jalen Green redeemed a poor shooting performance with a clutch game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer, leading Phoenix to a 113-110 double-overtime victory over Orlando. Despite shooting just 6-of-26 from the field, Green scored the final six points for the Suns in the dramatic finish.

Despite struggling with his shot all night long, Jalen Green delivered when it mattered most, drilling a three-pointer as time expired to give the Phoenix Suns a thrilling 113-110 double-overtime victory over the Orlando Magic on Saturday night.

Green’s heroics capped off a remarkable performance from Grayson Allen, who returned from a four-game injury absence to pour in 27 points for the home team. The Suns also dealt with the loss of Dillon Brooks during the contest but managed to pull through in dramatic fashion.

The clutch three-pointer marked Green’s first career game-winning shot, making up for what had been a difficult evening from the field where he connected on just 6 of 26 attempts. Green took control in the final moments, netting Phoenix’s last six points including a driving left-handed layup that put the Suns ahead 110-107 with 33.9 seconds remaining. When Orlando’s Jevon Carter answered with a three-pointer to tie the game, Green responded immediately with his buzzer-beating heroics.

Collin Gillespie contributed 19 points for Phoenix, which played without All-Star Devon Booker. The star guard will miss at least seven days due to a hip injury he suffered during Thursday’s defeat.

Orlando received strong performances from Desmond Bane, who tallied 34 points before fouling out during overtime, while Paolo Banchero added 26 points and Carter finished with 15.

In other NBA action, the New York Knicks staged a remarkable comeback at home, overcoming an 18-point fourth-quarter deficit to edge Houston 108-106. Jalen Brunson provided the decisive basket with 29.5 seconds remaining.

Houston had seized control by outscoring New York 72-41 over a 24-minute stretch, building a 93-75 advantage on Dorian Finney-Smith’s layup with 10:53 left. However, the Knicks responded with a 33-13 run to close the game, holding the Rockets to 4-of-15 shooting while forcing nine turnovers down the stretch.

The drama continued until the final seconds, as Kevin Durant connected on a three-pointer with 2.4 seconds left to pull Houston within 107-106 after OG Anunoby had extended New York’s lead with two free throws. Durant’s desperation half-court attempt at the buzzer fell short after Landry Shamet split a pair of free throws.

New Orleans dominated Philadelphia 126-111 behind Jordan Poole’s 23 points, with seven Pelicans players reaching double figures. Zion Williamson contributed 21 points, eight assists, six rebounds and three steals, while Saddiq Bey added 20 points. DeAndre Jordan, the former 76er, grabbed 15 rebounds to go with six points and four blocks.

Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 27 points, seven assists and five steals but struggled with his shooting, connecting on just 9 of 23 field goal attempts. Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 25 points for the 76ers, who have now dropped eight of their past nine games while playing without Joel Embiid due to knee and shin issues.

Miami rolled past Memphis 136-120 at home, with Andrew Wiggins leading the way with 28 points and Norman Powell adding 25. The victory improved the Heat to 17-11 in home games and handed the Grizzlies their 11th loss in 14 games. Tyler Herro contributed 14 points and six assists in just his second game back after missing over a month with three fractured ribs.

GG Jackson paced Memphis with a season-high 28 points and nine rebounds off the bench, while Jaylen Wells scored 25 points. The loss dropped the Grizzlies to 9-18 in road contests.

Detroit rolled past Chicago 126-110, with Jalen Duren recording 26 points and 13 rebounds while Cade Cunningham and Tobias Harris each scored 18. The Pistons forced 23 turnovers and dominated inside with a 68-38 advantage in paint scoring. The defeat extended Chicago’s losing streak to eight games, a new season-worst that surpassed their previous seven-game skid from late November to early December.

Josh Giddey led the Bulls with 27 points and five three-pointers, while Matas Buzelis, Isaac Okoro and Jalen Smith each contributed 15 points.

Finally, San Antonio extended their season-best winning streak to eight games with a 139-122 victory over Sacramento in Austin, Texas. Victor Wembanyama posted 28 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and four blocks to lead the balanced attack. The loss extended Sacramento’s franchise-record losing streak to 16 consecutive games, with Keegan Murray and DeMar DeRozan each scoring 20 points in the defeat.