Thursday, January 2 – NBA scores, updates, news, stats and highlights

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We had just four games in the NBA today, but there was no shortage of big performances, headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony. 

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Catch up on all the scores, stats, highlights and top performers from today's games:

Orlando Magic def. Washington Wizards, 122-105

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DJ Augustin led the Magic with 25 points and nine assists off the bench in the win.

New York Knicks def. Portland Trail Blazers, 117-93 

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Despite a season-best performance from Carmelo Anthony, the Trail Blazers suffer their fifth straight loss. They have four more games remaining on this five-game Eastern Conference road trip.

On the other hand, this win means the Knicks record a season-high three wins in a row. They are now 6-6 under interim head coach Mike Miller.

Julius Randle (8 rebounds; 8-15 FG's) and Mitchell Robinson (11-11 FG's) top scored with 22 points apiece as the Knicks recorded their largest win of the season.

Milwaukee Bucks def. Minnesota Timberwolves, 106-104

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Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 32 points as the Milwaukee Bucks begin the new year on the right tone with a close win at home. The Bucks have now won 25 of their last 27 games. 

Los Angeles Lakers def. Phoenix Suns, 117-107

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LeBron James led the way with his eighth triple double of the season, with 31 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists, while Anthony Davis added 26 points and 11 rebounds.

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