Ellis’ 48 not enough against Thunder, NBA roundup (vids)

Monta Ellis dropped 48 on the Thunder, yet Durant & Co escaped with the win from Oakland.

Steve Nash lays it in on his birthday to give the win to the Suns.

Minnesota outlast Sacramento behind 23/10 by Nikola Pekovic.

All the results:

Paul Pierce passed Larry Bird on Celtics all-time scoring list. He is now 2nd.

Danilo Gallinari will be out for a month with a heavy sprain.

MRI confirmed torn Achilles for Billups.

Yesterday’s top plays:

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All the action:

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Nash’ game winning shot:

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Rubio to Pekovic:

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