Kobe Bryant's apparent game-winning jump shot at the buzzer was disqualified, as the Boston Celtics held on to their comeback lead, edging the Los Angeles Lakers 109 - 108.

Officials ruled that Bryant released the ball after time had expired. The loss marks a three-game losing streak for the Lakers.

Tim Duncan scored 23 points, including a game winning basket with just over 36 seconds left in overtime play, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 99-93 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.

Elsewhere in NBA action:

Sacramento Kings 99 - Atlanta Hawks 79
Minnesota Timberwolves 117 - Dallas Mavericks 100
New Jersey Nets 123 - Golden State Warriors 115
Seattle Supersonics 103 - Phoenix Suns 91

Some information for this report provided by AP and Reuters.

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