NBA Nightly Pulse: Top Highlights & News Recap – November 21
NBA Thursday Preview
Four games are scheduled for Thursday.
Scottie Barnes Returns
Scottie Barnes is set to play after an orbital fracture sidelined him since October 28. Last season, he scored 17 points, grabbed eight rebounds, dished out five assists, made two steals, and blocked five shots against the Timberwolves.
Back. 🥽 pic.twitter.com/HBWGoSxv21
— Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) November 21, 2024
Key Storylines
- Cade Cunningham faces LaMelo Ball in a rematch. Their last game ended 108-107, with a buzzer-beater from Brandon Miller. Cunningham posted a triple-double of 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. LaMelo added 25 points and eight assists.
- Dalton Knecht aims to continue his hot streak against Orlando’s strong defense. Jalen Suggs will defend him after Knecht tied the rookie record with nine three-pointers and scored 37 points on Tuesday.
- Scottie Barnes returns from an 11-game absence. The Toronto Raptors host the Minnesota Timberwolves.