30.10.2025
Boston Celtics 125 - 105 Cleveland Cavaliers
The Boston Celtics cruised to a 125-105 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, snapping Cleveland's three-game winning streak. Jaylen Brown was instrumental, scoring 30 points, with a significant contribution of 13 points during a key 20-3 run at the end of the first half, helping build a 15-point halftime lead. Sam Hauser added 21 points off the bench, while Josh Minott dominated the glass with 14 rebounds, Neemias Queta with 13, and Payton Pritchard contributed 10 assists. Despite Donovan Mitchell's strong start, making all four of his 3-point attempts for 12 points in the first quarter, he struggled later, finishing with 15 points. Both teams combined for 18 three-pointers in the first quarter, falling just one short of the NBA record. Boston's win followed their victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, marking two consecutive wins after starting the season with three losses. The Celtics will face Philadelphia next, while the Cavaliers prepare to host Toronto.
Detroit Pistons 135 - 116 Orlando Magic
The Detroit Pistons, led by Cade Cunningham's 30 points and 10 assists, overcame a sluggish start to defeat the Orlando Magic 135-116. Cunningham also contributed significantly with six rebounds, three steals, and three blocked shots. The Pistons, who trailed for much of the first half, surged ahead in the final two quarters by outscoring the Magic 70-52. Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren also played key roles, scoring 23 and 21 points respectively, while Duren added 12 rebounds. Despite strong efforts from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, who combined for 46 points, the Magic struggled with their shooting, missing a significant number of their field-goal and free-throw attempts. A crucial 14-1 run in the third quarter propelled Detroit to a commanding lead, and they maintained control in the fourth quarter to secure the win. The Magic's four-game losing streak continued, while the Pistons improved their record to 3-2.
Brooklyn Nets 112 - 117 Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks secured a 117-112 victory against the Brooklyn Nets, despite losing star guard Trae Young to a sprained right knee early in the game. Jalen Johnson led the Hawks with 23 points, while contributions came from Nickeil Alexander-Walker with 18 points, Luke Kennard with 17, and Onyeka Okongwu who added 12 points and a season-high 14 rebounds. The Nets, now 0-5 for the first time since the 2015-16 season, were paced by Michael Porter Jr. with a season-high 32 points. The Hawks overcame an early 12-0 deficit, eventually taking the lead and never trailing again. Notably, Brooklyn closed the gap towards the end but missed their last five shots, allowing Atlanta to maintain their edge. Luke Kennard was impressive from beyond the arc, hitting 4 of 5 three-pointers, aligning with his reputation as the leading active NBA player in career 3-point shooting percentage.
Toronto Raptors 121 - 139 Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets surged past the Toronto Raptors with a commanding 139-121 victory, led by Kevin Durant, who scored 31 points, and Jabari Smith Jr., who notched a season-high 25 points. Alperen Sengun was instrumental with a near triple-double, contributing 18 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds, as Houston secured its second consecutive win after an 0-2 start. Houston dominated the boards, outrebounding Toronto 53-22, with seven Rockets grabbing at least five rebounds each. The Raptors struggled, with Jakob Poeltl out due to a sore back, but found some comfort in Scottie Barnes's 31-point effort and a rookie debut from Collin Murray-Boyles, who scored 13 points. Despite shooting a season-best 21 of 40 from three-point range, Toronto couldn't rally, especially after Houston established a permanent lead with an 11-0 run to close the first half, followed by a 14-4 run at the start of the third quarter. This loss marked Toronto’s fourth consecutive defeat and its third loss in a row to a Texas team.
Chicago Bulls 126 - 113 Sacramento Kings
The Chicago Bulls continued their unbeaten run with a 126-113 victory over the Sacramento Kings, marking their best start to a season since 2021-22. Matas Buzelis shone with 27 points, leading the Bulls, while Josh Giddey contributed significantly with 20 points, 12 assists, and eight rebounds. The Bulls' strong performance included shooting 53.8% from the field. In his return to Chicago, former Bull Zach LaVine impressed with 30 points for Sacramento, while DeMar DeRozan added 19 points. Despite shooting 53.1% overall, the Kings struggled with three-pointers, making only 7 of 28 attempts, as they lost their third consecutive game. The Bulls dominated the third quarter with a 39-27 run, driven by excellent shooting and teamwork, which helped them secure a comfortable win. Chicago will host New York next, while Sacramento will visit Milwaukee.
Dallas Mavericks 107 - 105 Indiana Pacers
In a close contest, the Dallas Mavericks edged out the Indiana Pacers 107-105, despite both teams dealing with significant injuries. Dallas' Brandon Williams and Dwight Powell combined for 38 points, with Powell receiving "MVP" chants during crucial free throws, while Williams scored for the first time this season following his arrest. The Mavericks' bench, boosted by rookie Cooper Flagg's double-double, collectively added a noteworthy 64 points. Indiana, missing several key players, struggled with shooting, finishing at a season-low 34.9% from the field. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 27 points and 13 rebounds, while Jarace Walker set a career-high with 20 points. Anthony Davis left the game for Dallas due to leg soreness, impacting the Mavericks' rotations. Despite trailing by 14 points in the first half, Dallas turned the tide in the third quarter and maintained a lead that withstood Indiana's final attempts, including a missed desperation three-pointer by Aaron Nesmith in the closing seconds. Dallas will now hit the road for the first time this season, heading to Mexico City to face Detroit.
Denver Nuggets 122 - 88 New Orleans Pelicans
The Denver Nuggets dominated the New Orleans Pelicans with a 122-88 victory, as Nikola Jokic recorded his fourth consecutive triple-double to start the season, joining the ranks of Oscar Robertson and Russell Westbrook. Jokic, now with 168 career triple-doubles, tallied 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists in just 28 minutes, sitting out the fourth quarter after a 24-0 run in the third period gave Denver a 33-point lead. Jamal Murray and Christian Braun each added 17 points, helping the Nuggets secure their third straight win. The Pelicans, still winless this season, struggled offensively, shooting just 37.2% from the field and 20.6% from beyond the arc. Zion Williamson, who had missed the previous game due to injury, contributed 11 points, while rookie Jeremiah Fears led New Orleans with a season-high 21 points. The Pelicans' 0-4 start is their worst since the 2019-20 season.
Utah Jazz 134 - 136 Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers secured a narrow 136-134 victory over the Utah Jazz, thanks to Jrue Holiday's 27 points and crucial free throws in the final seconds. Adding to the Blazers' efforts, Deni Avdija scored 19 points with nine rebounds, while Shaedon Sharpe and Jerami Grant each contributed 18 points. The Blazers capitalized on Utah's 21 turnovers, generating 27 points and achieving their second consecutive road win. This win marks Portland's third victory out of four games since head coach Chauncey Billups was put on leave following an arrest related to gambling activities. Despite a late Utah rally, where the Jazz cut a 22-point deficit to one point, Holiday's late free throws sealed Portland's win. Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 32 points, while Keyonte George added 29 points and eight assists. Notably, Portland exhibited strong perimeter shooting, going 14 of 29 from beyond the arc in the first half and staging a comeback from a double-digit hole to a 79-73 halftime lead. The Jazz lost at home for the first time this season and are set to face Phoenix next, while the Blazers will host Denver.
Minnesota Timberwolves 115 - 116 Los Angeles Lakers
Austin Reaves was the hero for the Los Angeles Lakers, as he hit a 12-foot game-winning shot just before the buzzer sounded, securing a 116-115 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Reaves tied his career high with 16 assists and finished with 28 points, contributing significantly in a game that saw the Lakers missing key players like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. The Lakers had built a commanding 20-point lead late in the third quarter, but a fierce 14-2 run by the Timberwolves, led by Julius Randle's 33 points, brought them back into contention. Jaden McDaniels added 30 points and seven rebounds for Minnesota. Despite missing four of their five primary ballhandlers, the Lakers leaned on Reaves, who also had a spectacular performance earlier in the week, including a 51-point game against Sacramento. The game also saw interesting interactions with Anthony Edwards engaging in sideline chatter, including some trash talk with Jake LaRavia. This victory adds to the Lakers' resilience as they prepare to face Memphis on Friday, while the Timberwolves head to Charlotte on Saturday.
Phoenix Suns 113 - 114 Memphis Grizzlies
Ja Morant's clutch performance helped the Memphis Grizzlies edge out the Phoenix Suns 114-113 in a thrilling matchup. Morant, who contributed significantly with 28 points, including the decisive 11-foot jumper with 7.6 seconds left, guided Memphis to their sixth consecutive victory over Phoenix. Despite Devin Booker's fourth-quarter heroics, scoring 16 of his 32 points, his potential game-winning 3-pointer missed at the buzzer. Phoenix fought back from a 99-89 deficit to temporarily lead, thanks to Mark Williams' dunk, but Morant's late basket sealed the game for Memphis. Santi Aldama was also pivotal, contributing a double-double off the bench, while Jaren Jackson Jr. added 18 points. Williams impressed in his first start for the Suns, scoring 20 points with 11 rebounds. The Suns continue to struggle, having lost four consecutive games after their season-opening win.