17.11.2025
Boston Celtics 121 - 118 LA Clippers
In a thrilling contest, the Boston Celtics managed to hold off a late surge from the Los Angeles Clippers to secure a 121-118 victory. Jaylen Brown led the charge for Boston with 33 points and 13 rebounds, while Payton Pritchard added 30 points, making an impressive 8 of 13 from three-point range. Despite a commanding 24-point lead in the third quarter, the Celtics had to fend off a comeback led by James Harden, who scored 32 of his 37 points in the second half for the Clippers. A tense finale saw Harden hit a crucial three-pointer to bring the Clippers within one point with two seconds remaining, but Pritchard's two key free throws and Harden's missed three-pointer at the buzzer secured the win for Boston. Derrick White's all-around performance, and a solid contribution from Neemias Queta, kept the Celtics in control, despite the absence of Clippers' forward Derrick Jones Jr., who exited with a knee injury. The Clippers will travel to Philadelphia for their next game, while the Celtics are set to face Brooklyn.
San Antonio Spurs 123 - 110 Sacramento Kings
In an exciting matchup, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Sacramento Kings 123-110, with De’Aaron Fox leading the charge by scoring a season-high 28 points along with 11 assists. This game marked Fox's successful performance against his former team since his trade to the Spurs. Despite Victor Wembanyama missing his first game of the season due to a calf injury, San Antonio showcased a balanced offensive strategy, with seven players, including Keldon Johnson with 14 points and 12 rebounds, scoring in double figures to snap a two-game losing streak. The Kings, on the other hand, suffered their sixth straight loss despite notable performances from DeMar DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis. San Antonio overcame recent struggles at home, claiming their first win in a five-game homestand and setting the stage for their upcoming game against Memphis.
Washington Wizards 106 - 129 Brooklyn Nets
In a battle between struggling teams, the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Washington Wizards 129-106 on the road, snapping their four-game losing streak and delivering the Wizards their 11th consecutive loss. Michael Porter Jr. led the Nets with 34 points, while Tyrese Martin contributed crucially with seven consecutive points late in the third quarter, totaling 20 points for the night. Despite giving up 11 turnovers in the first half, the Nets secured a 63-53 lead by halftime, largely thanks to a 35-25 second-quarter advantage. Though the Wizards closed in during the third quarter, Brooklyn pulled away, opening the fourth quarter with a decisive 14-4 run. Washington, now 0-6 at home, was led by Kyshawn George's 29 points but couldn't overcome shooting struggles, hitting just 35% from beyond the arc. This victory marked Brooklyn's second road win of the season, building momentum as they prepare to host the Boston Celtics next.
Houston Rockets 117 - 113 Orlando Magic
In an intense matchup, the Houston Rockets secured a 117-113 overtime victory against the Orlando Magic, with Kevin Durant scoring 35 points and Alperen Sengun contributing 30 points and 12 rebounds. The game reached a climax in the final moments of overtime, as Amen Thompson's crucial dunk and subsequent free throws helped seal Houston's fourth consecutive win. The Magic, led by Franz Wagner's season-high 29 points and Desmond Bane's 26, had a chance to claim victory despite missing key players Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs due to injuries. Sengun's defensive acumen shone through late in regulation, allowing the Rockets to tie the game at 100 with Durant's three-pointer before Sengun's clutch basket sent the game to overtime. The Rockets will next face the Cleveland Cavaliers, while the Magic host the Golden State Warriors.
New Orleans Pelicans 106 - 124 Golden State Warriors
In a standout performance, Moses Moody hit a career-high eight 3-pointers and scored 32 points, leading the Golden State Warriors to a 124-106 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, marking James Borrego's debut as Pelicans interim coach. Golden State, benefiting from contributions by Jimmy Butler with 18 points and 10 assists, opened with a 17-point lead in the first quarter, with Moody hitting seven 3-pointers. Despite Stephen Curry having an off night with just nine points, the Warriors dominated with a 42.9% success rate from beyond the arc. Draymond Green had 10 rebounds and was involved in a brief verbal exchange with a fan. Despite New Orleans trimming their deficit to single digits at one point, Warriors ended the first half strongly, leading 61-49, with Jimmy Butler's steal and dunk sealing the momentum before halftime. Brandin Podziemski added 19 points for the Warriors, while Trey Murphy III was New Orleans' top contributor with 20 points.
Dallas Mavericks 138 - 133 Portland Trail Blazers
The Dallas Mavericks rallied for a 138-133 overtime victory against the Portland Trail Blazers, with P.J. Washington Jr. and Cooper Flagg leading the team with 21 points each. A key moment came when Flagg rebounded a missed 3-pointer by Portland's Shaedon Sharpe and assisted Washington for a crucial dunk, sparking a 6-0 run that sealed the win. Daniel Gafford contributed significantly in overtime with seven of his 20 points, while the team successfully ended a three-game losing streak. Despite Sharpe's impressive season-high 36 points and Jerami Grant scoring 26 in his first starting role, Portland could not overcome their struggles, having lost four out of their last five games. The Trail Blazers excelled in second-chance opportunities with a 32-10 advantage, thanks in part to Donovan Clingan's offensive rebounding. Meanwhile, the Mavericks continued to cope without Anthony Davis, who remains sidelined with injuries following a controversial trade and was spotted supporting the Packers' Jordan Love from the sidelines.
Phoenix Suns 122 - 124 Atlanta Hawks
In a thrilling comeback, the Atlanta Hawks secured a 124-122 victory over the Phoenix Suns, overcoming a 22-point deficit in the fourth quarter. Onyeka Okongwu led the charge with 27 points as Atlanta notched its fifth consecutive win, snapping Phoenix's own five-game winning streak. The Hawks completed an undefeated western road trip, going 4-0 despite missing key players Trae Young and Kristaps Porzingis due to injuries. Nickell Alexander-Walker added 26 points, including a crucial free throw in the final seconds. Dillon Brooks was the standout for Phoenix with 34 points, while Devin Booker contributed 27. Atlanta's Zaccharie Risacher scored 15 points but left the game with a hip contusion after a fall. Despite trailing most of the first half, the Suns rallied to lead at halftime and extended their lead to 18 by the end of the third quarter. However, Atlanta's impressive fourth-quarter surge sealed the victory. Both teams face their next opponents on Tuesday, with the Hawks hosting Detroit and the Suns traveling to Portland.
Utah Jazz 150 - 147 Chicago Bulls
The Utah Jazz edged out the Chicago Bulls 150-147 in a thrilling double-overtime game, marking the highest-scoring game of the NBA season so far. Keyonte George secured the win for the Jazz with a crucial 3-pointer with just 2 seconds left in the second overtime, while Lauri Markkanen delivered an impressive 47-point performance. George contributed 32 points, including six in the decisive second overtime. Despite a valiant effort from the Bulls, who were led by Coby White with 27 points and Josh Giddey with a triple-double of 26 points, 12 rebounds, and 13 assists, they suffered their fifth consecutive loss. The game featured multiple lead changes, with Markkanen and the Jazz overcoming a nine-point halftime deficit. Key plays included a tying layup by White with 0.2 seconds left in the first overtime and a dunk and layup sequence by Matas Buzelis and White to push it into the second overtime. The Jazz improved their form with this victory, having won two of their last three games after a challenging stretch.