The Philadelphia 76ers have arrested a four-game losing streak with a 115-106 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, with superstar Allen Iverson the standout performer.

Iverson returned to the staring line-up after a four-game spell to recover from a sprained foot, and his impact was obvious for all to see.

The NBA's second highest scorer for the season netted 29 points for the game, and added 12 assists while teammate Chris Webber also impressed with 21 points and 10 rebounds.

Dwight Howard was instrumental in Orlando's 111-87 hammering of the New York Knicks, scoring 23 points and hauling in seven rebounds.

The Magic took a 12 point lead into the long break, which never looked threatened in front of their home crowd.

Cleveland overcame a plucky Charlotte line-up to win their match in overtime 120-118.

Despite leading by 12 points at quarter time, a 23-25 third term helped reel in the deficit for the Bobcats who managed to square up the game at the end of regular time.

For the Cavaliers, forward LeBron James led the way with a game-high 37 points and twelve assists, while for the Bobcats, guard Raymond Felton notched up 30 points and 10 assists.

In other matches played, 24 points to Stephen Jackson helped the Indiana Pacers to a 95-85 win over the Chicago Bulls, while the Boston Celtics comfortably disposed of the Raptors 110-96.

NBA results, March 22 (US):
76ers 115 Hawks 106
Cavaliers 120 Bobcats 118
Pacers 95 Bulls85
Magic 111 Knicks 87
Celtics 110 Raptors 96