06.11.2025
Cleveland Cavaliers 132 - 121 Philadelphia 76ers
Donovan Mitchell led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 132-121 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers with a standout performance, scoring a season-high 46 points. Supporting Mitchell's effort, Jarrett Allen contributed 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Evan Mobley added 23 points, as the Cavaliers secured their second consecutive win. Darius Garland made his season debut after recovering from offseason surgery, adding eight points in 26 minutes. Philadelphia, who never took the lead, got 27 points each from Tyrese Maxey and Quentin Grimes but struggled without Joel Embiid, who was out due to knee issues. After a tight game that saw both teams tied at 72 in the third quarter, the Cavaliers surged ahead with a decisive 13-point run, outscoring the 76ers 35-15 for the rest of the quarter and building a substantial 107-87 lead entering the fourth. Despite a late rally by the 76ers, Cleveland maintained control, showcasing Mitchell's prowess and the team's dominant second-half performance.
Detroit Pistons 114 - 103 Utah Jazz
The Detroit Pistons secured their fourth consecutive win by defeating the Utah Jazz 114-103, largely thanks to Cade Cunningham's remarkable 19-point effort in the fourth quarter, bringing his total to 31 points for the game. Jalen Duren was also instrumental, contributing a double-double with 22 points and an impressive 22 rebounds. Detroit, now holding a 6-2 record, reinforced its strong defensive standing by restricting the Jazz to just 38.4% shooting. Former Piston Svi Mykhailiuk scored a career-high 28 points for Utah, while Lauri Markkanen added 25 points. Despite a close first half, Utah struggled in the third quarter, missing nine of their first ten shots, as Detroit pulled ahead with a strong defensive performance. Ausar Thompson scored 18 points for the Pistons and returned to the game after a brief injury scare. Ahead of the game, Utah announced that center Walker Kessler would miss the rest of the season due to shoulder surgery. The Pistons will visit the Brooklyn Nets next, while the Jazz head to Minnesota to face the Timberwolves.
Indiana Pacers 103 - 112 Brooklyn Nets
In an intense matchup characterized by 12 lead changes and 10 ties, the Brooklyn Nets secured their first win of the season with a 112-103 victory over the Indiana Pacers. Michael Porter Jr. led the charge with 32 points, including four three-pointers, and 11 rebounds, crucially stepping up after the Nets' leading scorer, Cam Thomas, exited early due to hamstring tightness, echoing an injury that limited his previous season. The Nets, who had dropped their first seven games, also saw strong performances from Nic Claxton, Noah Clowney, Tyrese Martin, and Terance Mann, all contributing double-digit scoring. Despite a solid effort from the Pacers' Pascal Siakam, who scored 23 points and provided nine assists, along with support from Ben Sheppard and Jay Huff, Indiana stumbled to a 1-7 record. The win sets a positive tone for the Nets as they prepare to face the Detroit Pistons, while the Pacers will take on the Denver Nuggets next.
Boston Celtics 136 - 107 Washington Wizards
Jaylen Brown shone with 35 points as the Boston Celtics overcame an early double-digit deficit to defeat the Washington Wizards 136-107, marking Washington's sixth consecutive loss. Brown's standout performance included 16 first-quarter points, alongside five rebounds and five assists, before he exited the game with a hefty lead in the third quarter. Neemias Queta contributed significantly with a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds, while Alex Sarr added 31 points, continuing his streak of games with at least two blocks. Despite Washington's initial lead, the Celtics took control with a 19-2 run in the second quarter, led by Payton Pritchard's 18 points, including 10 during that pivotal stretch. Boston, who had previously lost two home games, expanded their lead throughout the game, eventually resting key players like Brown in the fourth quarter while still achieving a 33-point final lead. For Boston, Josh Minott set a career high with 21 points. The Celtics made 39% of their three-point attempts, a season-high percentage, on a season-low 41 attempts. Washington has now failed to beat Boston in their last nine meetings.
New York Knicks 137 - 114 Minnesota Timberwolves
In a dominant second half, the New York Knicks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 137-114, lifting their record at Madison Square Garden to 5-0. OG Anunoby shone with 25 points, while Jalen Brunson contributed 23 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds. Julius Randle added 32 points, and Donte DiVincenzo, who owns the team record for most three-pointers in a season, scored 21. The Knicks, trailing by four at halftime, outscored Minnesota 83-56 in the second half, largely due to converting 21 offensive rebounds into 31 second-chance points. Anthony Edwards returned for the Timberwolves after a hamstring strain, scoring 15 points, but struggled to make a significant impact as his team was outscored by 25 points during his time on the court. Despite Karl-Anthony Towns' double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds, the Knicks' relentless offense overpowered the Timberwolves' defense, sealing an emphatic victory.
Memphis Grizzlies 109 - 124 Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets secured their fifth consecutive victory by defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 124-109 in Memphis. Key performances came from Amen Thompson, who recorded 28 points and 10 rebounds, and Alperen Sengun, who added 20 points and 16 rebounds while each contributing seven assists. Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason also made significant contributions with 16 points each. The Rockets established an early lead with a strong 56% shooting percentage in the first quarter, while Memphis struggled at about 25%. Memphis attempted a comeback, with Cam Spencer leading with 19 points and Ja Morant adding 17, but poor shooting and turnovers hindered their efforts. The Grizzlies, under new coach Tuomas Iisalo, have now lost four straight games and are dealing with multiple injuries. Despite some shooting improvements, Memphis consistently trailed, unable to close the gap due in part to costly turnovers resulting in 17 Rockets points. Houston will continue their trip at San Antonio, whereas Memphis will look to rebound against the Dallas Mavericks.
Dallas Mavericks 99 - 101 New Orleans Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans edged out the Dallas Mavericks 101-99, thanks to Saddiq Bey's standout performance with season highs of 22 points and nine rebounds. A crucial moment came when Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg missed a potential game-winning shot with two seconds left, allowing New Orleans' Trey Murphy III to secure the rebound. Despite the Mavericks introducing a new lineup, with Flagg moving to small forward and D'Angelo Russell starting as point guard, they fell short and have now lost three straight games. Flagg became Dallas' leading scorer for the first time, posting 20 points and nine rebounds. Klay Thompson came off the bench for the first time since March 2024, adding 11 points for the Mavericks. The Pelicans, playing without Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole, utilized their seventh different starting lineup in eight games. Meanwhile, the Mavericks continued to play without key players Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II, yet managed to rally after a slow start, only to fall short in the end.
Denver Nuggets 122 - 112 Miami Heat
Nikola Jokic delivered an impressive performance with 33 points, 16 assists, and 15 rebounds, achieving his fifth triple-double of the season, as the Denver Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat 122-112. This victory marked Denver's 11th consecutive regular-season win over Miami and maintained their perfect 4-0 home record this season. Jokic secured his triple-double by grabbing an offensive rebound with over six minutes left in the third quarter. Aaron Gordon added 24 points for the Nuggets, while Jamal Murray closed the game with key free throws. Despite Miami's late push to narrow the gap, the Heat haven't won a regular-season game in Denver since 2016, though they did beat the Nuggets during Game 2 of the 2023 NBA Finals. Miami, missing Bam Adebayo after the first quarter due to a foot injury, was significantly outrebounded, and Norman Powell led them with 23 points. Additionally, the game held personal significance for Heat coach Erik Spoelstra, who described facing Nuggets coach David Adelman as "surreal" due to his close ties with the Adelman family.
Los Angeles Lakers 118 - 116 San Antonio Spurs
In a clash of early-season Western Conference contenders, the San Antonio Spurs visited the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday. The Spurs, coming off their first defeat of the season against Phoenix, struggled defensively, conceding 130 points, while facing offensive challenges as star Victor Wembanyama was limited to a season-low nine points and nine rebounds. Despite their injury woes, with LeBron James and Luka Doncic missing, the Lakers managed to secure a 123-115 victory against Portland, propelled by standout performances from Deandre Ayton, who scored a season-high 29 points, and Rui Hachimura with 28 points. Nick Smith Jr., on a two-way contract, also shone with 25 points off the bench, showcasing his potential in just his third NBA game. Lakers coach JJ Redick praised Smith for taking over the game, emphasizing his ability to make impactful plays under pressure.
Portland Trail Blazers 121 - 119 Oklahoma City Thunder
The Portland Trail Blazers handed the Oklahoma City Thunder their first loss of the season, ending a strong start for the Thunder who were aiming for their 17th consecutive victory against the Blazers. Previously, the Thunder had dominated the series, including landmark victories with significant winning margins in past seasons. Despite having secured their eighth straight win earlier against the Los Angeles Clippers, thanks to a strong performance by reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with 30 points and 12 assists, the team's undefeated run came to a halt in Portland. Gilgeous-Alexander has been impressive, scoring 30 or more points in seven out of eight games and registering his 80th consecutive game scoring 20 or more points, tying with Oscar Robertson for the third-best streak in NBA history. The Thunder are 4-0 on the road, and Isaiah Joe contributed significantly with a season-high 22 points. Meanwhile, the Blazers were recovering from a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, during which Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe had notable performances, with Avdija achieving a season-best of 33 points. Interim coach Tiago Splitter emphasized the need for his team not to underestimate opponents, as was the case against the short-handed Lakers.
Sacramento Kings 121 - 116 Golden State Warriors
In a game marked by the absence of some of the Golden State Warriors' key players, the Sacramento Kings are set to face a youthful Warriors lineup in Sacramento. Stephen Curry is sidelined with illness, Draymond Green will likely rest, and Jimmy Butler III remains questionable due to back soreness following their recent victory over the Phoenix Suns. Despite playing through a cold, Curry delivered an impressive 28 points in that game, but prioritizing his health, he has been ruled out for the match against the Kings. Warriors coach Steve Kerr emphasized the importance of rest for Curry amid a taxing schedule, while Butler's status hangs in the balance after leaving Tuesday's game early. Meanwhile, the Kings are keen to avoid a repeat of their sluggish start against the Denver Nuggets and look to maintain defensive intensity from the outset. On a brighter note for Sacramento, Russell Westbrook delivered a standout performance with 26 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists, earning praise from coach Doug Christie for his high-energy play and competitiveness.