The Boston Celtics will look to replicate their dominant performance as they host the Indiana Pacers for the second time in three nights on Sunday. Jaylen Brown delivered a standout performance in Friday’s 142-105 victory, scoring a season-high 44 points and adding four steals. His two-way play highlighted why many consider him among the NBA’s elite defenders. The win ended Boston’s two-game losing streak and showcased their offensive firepower. The Celtics shot 51.1 percent from the field and connected on 23 of 56 (41.1 percent) from 3-point range while dominating the rebounding battle 52-39. Brown’s effort drew praise from teammates, including Payton Pritchard.”What he is capable of doing, and at his size, you don’t see many people picking up full-court

Get ready for an exciting basketball showdown as the Indiana Hoosiers host the Winthrop Eagles this Sunday in Bloomington. Both teams are riding some momentum after picking up big wins just before the holiday break, and their contrasting styles promise an intriguing matchup. The Hoosiers (9-3) have been crushing it lately, winning five of their last six games. Their latest victory—a solid 74-65 win over Chattanooga—was a great example of how they spread the workload. What’s the Focus?Head coach Mike Woodson wants his team to find more consistency, especially when it comes to starting strong and maintaining momentum.We’ve had games where we’ve jumped on teams and others where we’ve started slow,” Woodson said. “We need to sustain our energy better.”

The Edmonton Oilers aim to regain their winning form on Sunday afternoon when they visit the Anaheim Ducks in a Pacific Division clash. Both teams are coming off games played the night before, setting up a battle of stamina and execution. The Oilers narrowly fell 4-3 in overtime to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, snapping a three-game winning streak. Edmonton had rallied from a 2-1 deficit with two quick goals in the second period but couldn’t maintain momentum through the final frame and overtime. Despite the loss, Edmonton remains one of the league’s hottest teams, boasting a 12-3-1 record over their past 16 games. However, the setback dropped the Oilers to third in the Pacific Division, tied with the

The Detroit Red Wings face another tough test as they host Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals on Sunday. With new head coach Todd McLellan at the helm, Detroit looks to halt a four-game skid and address glaring defensive issues against a surging Washington squad. McLellan’s debut as the Red Wings’ coach was a rough one, as Detroit fell 5-2 to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday. The loss, their fourth straight, highlighted the defensive lapses that have plagued the team all season. Detroit is currently tied with the Buffalo Sabres for the fewest points (30) in the Eastern Conference. Despite tinkering with different line combinations during the game, Detroit was unable to generate consistent offensive pressure. Both of their