A fierce late-game showdown of determination and skill.
Twenty-six of Ant’s record-high 55 points were scored in the fourth quarter, but Wemby’s 12 points and a crucial rebound sealed the game for the Spurs, marking it a classic encounter.
5 STORIES IN TODAY’S EDITION 🏀
Jan. 18, 2026
NBA London Game: All the details on the matchup between the Magic and Grizzlies, starting soon.
Superstar Saturday: Wemby & Ant shine in the final moments, Heat defeat Thunder with teamwork.
Top-3 Teams: Jaylen Brown & Jamal Murray score over 40 points; Pistons excel offensively.
West Bubble: The Suns, Warriors, and Blazers stay competitive in a tight race.
Midseason Awards: Steve Aschburner highlights today’s contenders.
BUT FIRST … ⏰
Saturday’s late-game heroes, followed by Sunday’s early English encore…
Plan your pub visit for the NBA London Game 2026 at Noon ET (Prime | Tap To Watch). This matchup will close out the season’s international games after an exciting finish in Berlin.
Five additional games are on League Pass later today, including the Pelicans at the Rockets (7 ET | Tap To Watch) and the Lakers welcoming the Raptors (9:30 ET | Tap To Watch).
1. NBA LONDON GAME 2026: MAGIC AND GRIZZLIES GLOBAL REMATCH AHEAD
International hoops delivered thrills in Berlin, featuring an impressive comeback and a spectacular dunk among the highlights.
Now, three days later, both teams have logged over 570 miles in travel. Today, at Noon ET, the Grizzlies and Magic will face off at The O2 Arena for the NBA London Game, presented by Tissot.
- Exciting Rematch: Just days ago in Berlin, Orlando made a stunning comeback from a 20-point deficit to win 118-111.
- Paolo Banchero had a double-double with 26 points and 13 rebounds, while Franz Wagner made a solid return with 18 points after injury.
- The Magic boast a strong defensive rating of 109.0 this season when both players are on the court.
