The NBA (National Basketball Association) slate for February 11 was headlined by a high-octane battle at Madison Square Garden, where the Indiana Pacers edged out the New York Knicks 137-134 in overtime. The game set a season-high with 39 lead changes, with Pascal Siakam leading the Pacers with 30 points, while Jalen Brunson’s 40-point effort for the Knicks fell just short. In other action, the Phoenix Suns handed the Dallas Mavericks their eighth consecutive loss with a 120-111 victory, led by Dillon Brooks' 23 points. 

In Los Angeles, Victor Wembanyama delivered a historic performance for the San Antonio Spurs against the Los Angeles Lakers. By halftime, the young center had already racked up 37 points in just over 18 minutes of play, helping the Spurs build a massive 84-55 lead. Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets defeated the LA Clippers 102-95, powered by Kevin Durant’s 26 points. 

Today also marks the lead-up to several key matchups for later this evening, including the Chicago Bulls visiting the Boston Celtics. The Celtics, coming off a loss to New York, are looking to rebound against a Bulls team currently on a five-game losing streak.