Cedi Osman's Spurs defeat Alperen Şengün's Rockets in overtime

In the National Basketball Association (NBA), the Houston Rockets were defeated 126-122 in overtime by the visiting San Antonio Spurs, despite a standout performance from Turkish player Alperen Şengün.

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Cedi Osman's Spurs defeat Alperen Şengün's Rockets in overtime

The NBA continued with 11 games. The regulation period of the competitive matchup between the Western Conference teams, which pitted Turkish players Cedi Osman and Alperen Şengün against each other, ended in a 111-111 tie. The Spurs, who were more effective on offense in the overtime period, defeated their opponent by a 4-point margin.

In the Spurs' first win of their second game, Devin Vassell scored 25 points, Victor Wembanyama recorded 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 blocks, Keldon Johnson added 20 points with 4 rebounds and 4 assists, Jeremy Sochan contributed 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, and national player Cedi Osman, who played for 23 minutes, contributed to the victory with 14 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist.

For the Rockets, who have yet to secure a win, national player Alperen Şengün was among the stars of the game with a performance of 25 points, 14 rebounds (6 offensive), 7 assists, and 2 steals. Fred VanVleet scored 24 points, 12 assists, and 8 rebounds, Jalen Green had 22 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, Dillon Brooks scored 17 points, and Jabari Smith finished with 13 points and 9 rebounds.

Luka Doncic carries his team to victory with 49 points

Western Conference team Dallas Mavericks defeated the visiting Brooklyn Nets 125-120 after a competitive struggle, starting the season 2-0.

For the Mavericks, all-star Luka Doncic carried his team to victory with 49 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Kyrie Irving contributed 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, Tim Hardaway scored 19 points and 4 rebounds, and Dwight Powell added 11 points to the score.

In the Nets' second loss in two games, Cam Thomas recorded 30 points and 7 rebounds, Spencer Dinwiddie had 23 points and 8 assists, Mikal Bridges scored 18, Lonnie Walker added 14 points, Dorian Finney-Smith had 12 points and 7 rebounds, and Royce O'Neale finished with 11 points and 10 rebounds.

Warriors win with Curry's 41 points

The Golden State Warriors reached their first victory in their second game of the season by defeating the Sacramento Kings 122-114 on the road.

For the Warriors, all-star Stephen Curry scored 41 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists, Klay Thompson had 18 points and 4 assists, Jonathan Kuminga recorded 12 points and 5 rebounds, Andrew Wiggins added 11 points and 5 rebounds, and Chris Paul contributed 10 points and 12 assists to the win.

In the Kings' first loss in their second game, De'Aaron Fox scored 39 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists, Domantas Sabonis had 19 points, 18 rebounds, and 7 assists, Keegan Murray recorded 16 points and 7 rebounds, and Harrison Barnes and Sasha Vezenkov each scored 10 points.

Results

Charlotte Hornets-Detroit Pistons: 99-111

Memphis Grizzlies-Denver Nuggets: 104-108

Atlanta Hawks-New York Knicks: 120-126

Boston Celtics-Miami Heat: 119-111

Cleveland Cavaliers-Oklahoma City Thunder: 105-108

San Antonio Spurs-Houston Rockets: 126-122 (in overtime)

Chicago Bulls-Toronto Raptors: 104-103 (in overtime)

Dallas Mavericks-Brooklyn Nets: 125-120

Utah Jazz-Los Angeles Clippers: 120-118

Sacramento Kings-Golden State Warriors: 114-122

Portland Trail Blazers-Orlando Magic: 97-102