28.10.2025
Detroit Pistons 95 - 116 Cleveland Cavaliers
In a commanding performance, the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons 116-95, marking their third consecutive win. Donovan Mitchell was the standout player, scoring 35 points in just 29 minutes, with a notable 14-point contribution in the third quarter. Cleveland had a decisive 14-0 run in the second quarter, extending their lead significantly and maintaining control for the rest of the game. Mitchell showcased impressive efficiency, shooting 13 of 18 from the field, including hitting two of four three-pointers, and making seven out of eight free throws. Key contributions also came from Jarrett Allen with 20 points and seven rebounds, and Evan Mobley, who had a double-double with 15 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists. The Cavaliers have now won 13 of their last 14 matchups against the Pistons. For the Pistons, Cade Cunningham struggled, scoring 12 points on a 3-for-14 shooting night while contributing to the team's 25 turnovers. Ron Holland II and Tolu Smith each added 11 points for Detroit. The Cavaliers are set to visit Boston next, while the Pistons will host Orlando.
Minnesota Timberwolves 114 - 127 Denver Nuggets
In a commanding display, Jamal Murray led the Denver Nuggets to a 127-114 victory over the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves, scoring an impressive 43 points, with 23 of those points coming in a pivotal third quarter. The Timberwolves, missing key players Anthony Edwards and Jaylen Clark due to injuries, struggled without Edwards' considerable offensive contributions from the previous season. Despite trailing by eight points at halftime, Denver surged ahead by outscoring Minnesota 45-29 in the third quarter. Nikola Jokic recorded his third triple-double of the season, contributing substantially with 25 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists, reaching 167 career triple-doubles, which places him third on the NBA all-time list. Notably, the Nuggets capitalized on the Timberwolves’ weakened roster, reversing their previous season's struggles against Minnesota, where they lost all four encounters. Other significant contributions came from Tim Hardaway Jr. and Peyton Watson, helping maintain Denver's lead despite a brief push from Minnesota in the final quarter.
Philadelphia 76ers 136 - 124 Orlando Magic
Tyrese Maxey led the Philadelphia 76ers to a 136-124 victory over the Orlando Magic, scoring 43 points, including a decisive eight-point stretch in the fourth quarter. Despite the absence of Joel Embiid, sidelined for rest following knee surgery, the 76ers improved to 3-0, with Maxey averaging an impressive 37.0 points per game. Rookie VJ Edgecombe, scoring 26 points in this game, continues to shine with 75 points over three outings. Kelly Oubre Jr. added 25 points for Philadelphia. For the Magic, Paolo Banchero led with 32 points in their third straight loss on a five-game road trip. The game saw highlight performances from Andre Drummond, who recorded his 11,000th rebound, and Anthony Black, who hit a dramatic three-quarter-court shot at the end of the third quarter.
Chicago Bulls 128 - 123 Atlanta Hawks
The Chicago Bulls secured a thrilling 128-123 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, making a comeback from a 13-point deficit to improve their perfect season start to 3-0, the best they've had in four years. Ayo Dosunmu led the Bulls with 21 points, while Josh Giddey contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, helping Chicago turn the game around with a strong third quarter. Despite the return of Kristaps Porzingis, who scored 27 points, and Jalen Johnson with 25 points, the Hawks fell to 1-3. Trae Young's impressive performance included 21 points and 17 assists. The match featured 15 lead changes and saw all Bulls starters, among them Nikola Vucevic with 17 points and 17 rebounds, reach double figures. Key moments included Matas Buzelis's late three-pointer putting Chicago ahead, followed by Kevin Huerter's layup off a Vucevic steal, which widened the lead. The tight contest, highlighted by Porzingis's and Johnson's strong efforts despite injury returns, set the stage for the Hawks' upcoming game at Brooklyn and the Bulls' next game against Sacramento.
Houston Rockets 137 - 109 Brooklyn Nets
The Houston Rockets secured their first victory of the season with a dominant 137-109 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Tari Eason led the Rockets with 22 points, hitting five three-pointers off the bench, while Alperen Sengun contributed 21 points, six rebounds, and six assists. The Rockets, who had narrowly lost their first two games, took control early by shooting 62.5% in the first quarter and extended their lead throughout the game, especially after dominating the third quarter 32-17. Amen Thompson also impressed with 12 points and eight assists. Meanwhile, the Nets struggled, with Kevin Durant scoring 19 points against his former team, as they fell to 0-4 for the season. Despite Day'Ron Sharpe's double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds off the bench, the fatigued Nets, who lost to San Antonio the previous day, could not keep up with Houston's energy. Both teams look to bounce back as the Nets host Atlanta and the Rockets host Toronto on Wednesday.
New Orleans Pelicans 90 - 122 Boston Celtics
In a commanding performance, the Boston Celtics secured their first win of the season by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 122-90, thanks to Anfernee Simons' impressive six 3-pointers and 25-point game. After leading by just five, the Celtics exploded in the final minutes, outscoring the Pelicans 31-4 in the last 9:14 of play. Payton Pritchard contributed 18 points, while the Celtics saw significant efforts from Luka Garza, Jaylen Brown, and Josh Minott. Despite Jordan Poole's 22-point effort, the Pelicans struggled without Zion Williamson, who sat out due to a left foot bone bruise after scoring 27 points in the first two games. The Celtics will next host Cleveland, while the Pelicans are set to visit Denver.
San Antonio Spurs 121 - 103 Toronto Raptors
The San Antonio Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama's impressive performance of 24 points and 15 rebounds, defeated the Toronto Raptors 121-103, tying the best start in franchise history with a 4-0 record. Wembanyama showcased his skills with a notable 360-degree spin and a perfect 10-for-10 from the free-throw line, marking his Western Conference player of the week accolade with flair. Despite R.J. Barrett's 25 points and efforts to close the gap with a fourth-quarter dunk, Toronto fell short in securing a win. The game also highlighted Wembanyama's defensive prowess as he achieved his 89th consecutive game with at least one blocked shot, surpassing Patrick Ewing and marking the fourth-longest streak in league history. San Antonio's victory was buoyed by six players scoring in double figures, with rookie Dylan Harper joining an exclusive group of Spurs rookies with consistent double-digit games.
Dallas Mavericks 94 - 101 Oklahoma City Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder held off a fierce comeback by the Dallas Mavericks to win 101-94, maintaining their perfect start to the season at 4-0. Isaiah Hartenstein played a pivotal role, scoring the only two Thunder field goals in the last 8 minutes and 28 seconds, finishing with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Oklahoma with 23 points, continuing his impressive form after averaging 40 points per game, including a career-high 55 points in a recent double-overtime win. Meanwhile, Chet Holmgren added 18 points, 11 rebounds, and four blocks. The Mavericks, despite a 13-0 run bringing them within a single point, were narrowly defeated, with Anthony Davis contributing 26 points and 11 rebounds. Notably, Dallas’ top draft pick Cooper Flagg struggled due to a shoulder injury, scoring only two points. The Thunder dominated the game inside, outscoring the Mavericks 68-36 in the paint and winning the rebounding battle 55-36. For the Mavericks, the game was part of a rare five-game homestand to open the season, the first since the 1983-84 Kansas City Kings.
Utah Jazz 138 - 134 Phoenix Suns
Lauri Markkanen delivered a standout performance, scoring a career-high 51 points to guide the Utah Jazz to a 138-134 overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns, marking the first time a Jazz player reached 50 points in a regular season game since Karl Malone in 1998. Markkanen's impressive night included making all 17 of his free throws and grabbing 14 rebounds. The Jazz, leading most of the game, endured a dramatic finish as Devin Booker led a Suns comeback with two critical three-pointers in the last 19 seconds of regulation, forcing overtime. Despite their late-game collapse, the Jazz regained control in overtime, with Keyonte George and Walker Kessler contributing key performances. George made a go-ahead shot in the final moments, while Markkanen sealed the win with clutch free throws. The Jazz now sit at 2-1 early in the season, with the Suns, missing several key players, dropping to 1-3 after the loss.
Golden State Warriors 131 - 118 Memphis Grizzlies
The Golden State Warriors secured a 131-118 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies, highlighted by Jonathan Kuminga's impressive performance with 25 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists, and Brandin Podziemski's contribution of 23 points and six assists. The Warriors pulled away in the third quarter thanks to Moses Moody's pivotal role, scoring 12 of his 20 points during a crucial 36-point surge, alongside Stephen Curry's valuable 16 points. Draymond Green was active on the court, issuing 10 assists before fouling out, notably receiving a flagrant 1 foul during a tense altercation with Memphis' Santi Aldama. Despite Ja Morant's efforts, scoring 23 points with nine assists, the Grizzlies struggled, especially from the 3-point line. Al Horford was rested strategically by coach Steve Kerr to manage his injury, focusing on the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The victory marked Golden State's continued home-court dominance over the Grizzlies, extending their winning streak to seven games since October 2021.
Los Angeles Lakers 108 - 122 Portland Trail Blazers
In a game marked by Austin Reaves' impressive performance, where he scored 41 points following his career-high 51-point game, the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers 122-108. Despite Reaves' efforts, the Lakers struggled offensively with seven players unavailable, including star players Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton each contributed 16 points, but Los Angeles suffered from turnovers, committing 25, and poor three-point shooting at 25.9%. The Blazers capitalized on this with a robust defense and strong scoring performances from Deni Avdija, Jrue Holiday, and Jerami Grant, who each contributed significantly to secure Portland's first road win of the season.