12.11.2023
Golden State Warriors 110 - 118 Cleveland Cavaliers
Donovan Mitchell led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 118-110 victory over Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors, with Mitchell putting up 21 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and two steals. The game turned testy when Draymond Green was ejected for pushing Mitchell, but the Cavaliers stayed poised and came out on top. Curry scored 30 points for the Warriors, who lost Green in the third quarter. This win marked Cleveland's first victory on the Warriors' home floor since 2014 and their first series sweep since 2008-09. Additionally, Curry made history by scoring four or more 3-pointers in 10 straight games to start the season.
Orlando Magic 112 - 97 Milwaukee Bucks
Paolo Banchero and the Wagner brothers powered the Orlando Magic to a 112-97 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, snapping the Bucks' 14-game win streak against the Magic. Banchero had 26 points and 12 rebounds, while Franz Wagner scored 24 and Mo Wagner added 19 off the bench. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 35 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists, but it was not enough to overcome the Magic's strong performance. The win improved the Magic's record to 5-4, marking a turnaround from their start last season. Antetokounmpo voiced frustration with his team's defense, as they allowed the Magic to attempt 35 free throws. The loss was the Bucks' second straight, and they will look to bounce back against the Chicago Bulls next.
Boston Celtics 117 - 94 Toronto Raptors
In a dominating performance, the Boston Celtics led by Jaylen Brown's 29 points and Jayson Tatum's 27 points cruised to a 117-94 victory over the Toronto Raptors. Kristaps Porzingis added 21 points and seven rebounds as the Celtics won their second consecutive game, showcasing their offensive prowess. The Raptors, who had won their last two games on the road, struggled to make 3-pointers and were unable to keep up with Boston's scoring. The game was marked by controversy as Boston coach Joe Mazzulla successfully used a challenge late in the game, causing tension with the Raptors. With both Brown and Tatum playing at an elite level, the Celtics look to continue their strong performance as they face the New York Knicks next.
Atlanta Hawks 109 - 117 Miami Heat
The Miami Heat showcased their depth in a 117-109 win over the Atlanta Hawks, with Bam Adebayo scoring 26 points and Jaime Jaquez Jr. adding a career-high 20 points. Despite missing key players like Tyler Herro and Jimmy Butler, the Heat found scoring from multiple sources, including Kyle Lowry and Josh Richardson. Trae Young led the Hawks with 27 points, but Atlanta couldn't keep up with Miami's defense. The win marked the Heat's fourth straight victory, showing their resilience in the face of injuries.