24.11.2025
Philadelphia 76ers 117 - 127 Miami Heat
The Miami Heat triumphed over the Philadelphia 76ers with a 127-117 victory, marking their fourth consecutive win. Norman Powell was a standout performer, scoring 32 points, while Kel’el Ware added a double-double with 20 points and 16 rebounds. Jaime Jacquez Jr. contributed 22 points for the Heat, and Bam Adebayo chipped in with 18. Playing without their star, Joel Embiid, for the seventh game in a row due to knee injury management, the 76ers were led by Tyrese Maxey, who scored 27 points, though he was coming off a career-best 54 points against Milwaukee. Andre Drummond also had a notable performance for Philadelphia with 14 points and 23 rebounds. The game also featured a nostalgic moment as the 76ers paid tribute to the 2001 Eastern Conference champions by wearing replica jerseys, with Allen Iverson in attendance and Theo Ratliff ringing the ceremonial Liberty Bell. Despite closing the gap to 105-103 in the final period, Philadelphia could not hold off Miami's strong finish.
Atlanta Hawks 113 - 110 Charlotte Hornets
The Atlanta Hawks secured a 113-110 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, marking their seventh win in nine games. Jalen Johnson shone with 28 points, 11 assists, and eight rebounds, continuing his streak of at least 15 points, five rebounds, and five assists for eight consecutive games, a franchise record. Nickeil Alexander-Walker contributed 23 points and crucially stripped rookie Kon Knueppel in the final seconds to help secure the win. Despite the loss, Knueppel impressed with 28 points and set a Hornets rookie record with seven three-pointers. The Hawks capitalized on a decisive 16-2 run spanning the third and fourth quarters, with contributions from Mouhamed Gueye, while the Hornets struggled with their shooting, hitting only 31.8% of their attempts despite entering the game with a league-best shooting percentage. The Hornets extended their losing streak to six games and will next face the New York Knicks, while the Hawks travel to Washington for their next matchup.
Boston Celtics 138 - 129 Orlando Magic
The Boston Celtics secured a 138-129 victory over the short-handed Orlando Magic, with Jaylen Brown leading the charge by scoring 35 points and adding eight assists. The Celtics shot a remarkable 81.8% in the second quarter, outscoring the Magic 48-30 and turning a five-point lead into an 80-57 halftime domination. Josh Minott contributed significantly in the second quarter with 12 of his 16 total points, remaining perfect in his shooting attempts. Despite nearly blowing a 26-point lead, Brown’s scoring spree, including a crucial 12-point run, helped fend off a late Magic rally. Jett Howard shone for Orlando, recording a season-high 30 points, while the team missed three of their top five scorers, ending their three-game winning streak. The Celtics were recovering after a loss to Brooklyn, while Orlando's Jamahl Mosley returned after an illness caused him to miss part of the previous game against New York.
Cleveland Cavaliers 120 - 105 LA Clippers
In a thrilling game on Sunday night, Donovan Mitchell led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 120-105 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, scoring 37 points and making crucial plays, particularly during a pivotal moment in the third quarter. Cleveland, despite being shorthanded due to several key injuries, managed a 4-2 record on their six-game homestand. Evan Mobley contributed a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds, and De'Andre Hunter added 17 points. Meanwhile, Ivica Zubac was the standout for the Clippers, scoring 33 points and collecting 18 rebounds. Kawhi Leonard returned to the Clippers' lineup after missing ten games due to an ankle injury and scored 20 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win. The game also featured a notable moment as Clippers guard Chris Paul, who had recently announced his retirement, received a warm ovation from the Cleveland crowd during his brief appearance on the court.
Toronto Raptors 119 - 109 Brooklyn Nets
The Toronto Raptors secured their seventh consecutive win, defeating the Brooklyn Nets 119-109, marking their 11th victory in 12 games. Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 17 points, while Ja’Kobe Walter added a season-high 16 points. RJ Barrett contributed 16 points but exited in the third quarter due to a sprained knee. On the Nets' side, Tyrese Martin scored a season-high 26 points, and Michael Porter Jr. added 25. The game saw a significant moment when Immanuel Quickley scored eight of his 13 points in the final quarter, propelling Toronto with crucial three-pointers during a decisive 10-0 run. Brandon Ingram reached a milestone of 10,000 career points with a three-pointer in the second quarter. The Raptors led 65-58 at halftime and continued their momentum despite playing without Jakob Poeltl due to injury.
Oklahoma City Thunder 122 - 95 Portland Trail Blazers
The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Portland Trail Blazers 122-95, extending their winning streak to nine games and improving to an NBA-best 17-1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was impressive, scoring 37 points in just three quarters, going 13 for 18 from the field and perfect from the free-throw line. Ajay Mitchell contributed with a flawless 8-for-8 shooting performance, scoring 20 points. Despite key injuries, including the absence of 2025 All-Star Jalen Williams and Aaron Wiggins, the Thunder continue to perform strongly, with an average winning margin of 22.3 points during the streak. For Portland, Jerami Grant led with 21 points, while Deni Avdija struggled compared to their previous encounter, scoring just 11 points on 4-for-16 shooting. The game was marked by a brief altercation when Rayan Rupert hit Mitchell, leading to a technical on Isaiah Hartenstein for escalation. The Thunder's victory avenges their only loss of the season, and the two teams are set to face off again in Portland next Sunday.
Phoenix Suns 111 - 102 San Antonio Spurs
The Phoenix Suns secured their third consecutive win by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 111-102, overcoming the absence of key players like Jalen Green, Grayson Allen, and Ryan Dunn. Dillon Brooks and Devin Booker led the charge with 25 and 24 points, respectively, while Jordan Goodwin contributed a notable double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds. Mark Williams also made significant contributions for the Suns. Despite a strong start that saw them leading by 11 points in the second quarter, the Spurs faltered in the third, where the Suns turned the tide by outscoring them 37-24, with Booker adding 11 points during this critical period. San Antonio, playing without the injured Victor Wembanyama and several other key players, was led by De’Aaron Fox's 26-point performance. The Suns managed to recover from a rough start beyond the arc, finishing with a 36.8% success rate on three-pointers.
Utah Jazz 106 - 108 Los Angeles Lakers
In a closely contested game, the Los Angeles Lakers narrowly defeated the Utah Jazz 108-106 in Salt Lake City. Luka Doncic led the Lakers with 33 points and 11 rebounds, while LeBron James added 17 points, eight assists, and six rebounds in his first road game of the season after recovering from sciatica. The Lakers built a 98-85 lead with a 13-0 run, steered by Doncic’s crucial 3-pointer. Lauri Markkanen spurred a Jazz comeback attempt, scoring 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, but his efforts fell short as Keyonte George’s last-second shot missed the mark. Complementing the Lakers' efforts, Austin Reaves contributed 22 points, and Rui Hachimura added 13. The game saw milestones such as Maxi Kleber’s 1,000th career field goal. The Lakers, now on a four-game winning streak with a 12-4 record, will face the Los Angeles Clippers next, while the Jazz, who now stand at 5-11, will visit Golden State.