25.11.2025
Indiana Pacers 117 - 122 Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons extended their winning streak to 13 games, tying the franchise record, by beating the Indiana Pacers 122-117 in Indianapolis. Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Caris LeVert contributed 19 points and Jalen Duren added 17 points and 12 rebounds. Notably, this streak matches the team’s runs in their 1989-90 and 2003-04 championship years, despite the fact that just two seasons ago, they set an NBA record with 28 consecutive losses. The victory solidified Detroit's strong start to the season with a 15-2 record. Despite being down by 18 points early in the fourth quarter, the injury-hit Pacers, led by Pascal Siakam's 24 points, managed to cut the deficit to two points. Bennedict Mathurin had a chance to tie the game but missed a critical 3-pointer with 11 seconds left. Indiana continued to struggle without their star guard, Tyrese Haliburton, who remains sidelined after tearing his right Achilles. The Pistons will next face Boston in an NBA Cup game, while the Pacers will meet Toronto.
Toronto Raptors 110 - 99 Cleveland Cavaliers
The Toronto Raptors secured their eighth consecutive victory by defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 110-99, with Brandon Ingram delivering a standout performance of 37 points, 15 of which came in a dominant third quarter. Scottie Barnes contributed significantly with 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Toronto maintained a firm grip on their winning momentum, having triumphed in 12 out of their last 13 games. Notably, the Raptors completed a season sweep against the Cavaliers for the first time since the 2019-20 season. Cleveland struggled offensively, with Donovan Mitchell scoring 17 points but hitting only 6 of 20 shots. Toronto overcame the absence of RJ Barrett, sidelined with a knee sprain, by closing the first half with a decisive 13-2 run. The Cavaliers faced their own challenges, missing several key players, including Jarrett Allen, due to injury. Despite this, Toronto's defense and effective gameplay allowed them to close out the match confidently, with Jakob Poeltl’s return further bolstering the team's efforts.
Brooklyn Nets 100 - 113 New York Knicks
In a dominant display, the New York Knicks secured a 113-100 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center, marking their 12th consecutive win against their crosstown rivals. Karl-Anthony Towns led the charge with a standout performance, scoring 37 points and grabbing 12 rebounds while making all six of his free throws and shooting an impressive 14 for 20 from the field. Jalen Brunson added 27 points for the Knicks, who shot 51.1% from the field compared to the Nets' 37.9%. Brooklyn's Noah Clowney achieved a career-high with 31 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Knicks. Key in the Knicks' triumph was a third-quarter surge where they outscored the Nets 38-27, propelled by Towns and Mikal Bridges' combined scoring efforts. The loss leaves the Nets winless at home this season, further emphasizing the Knicks' recent dominance in this New York rivalry.
Miami Heat 106 - 102 Dallas Mavericks
In a thrilling game, Tyler Herro returned from ankle surgery to score 24 points, including the decisive basket, in the Miami Heat's 106-102 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Herro's clutch performance helped Miami overcome the absence of key players like Norman Powell, Andrew Wiggins, and Nikola Jovic due to injuries. Kel’el Ware significantly contributed with 20 points and 18 rebounds, while Bam Adebayo added 17 points. Despite being held almost 20 points below their season average, the Heat improved to 8-1 at home. Dallas, which was missing Anthony Davis for the 14th consecutive game due to a calf strain, made a late push to tie the game at 102-102 following free throws by Cooper Flagg. However, a critical steal by Adebayo set up Herro's winning bucket, thwarting the Mavericks' comeback bid. P.J. Washington led the Mavericks with 27 points, as Dallas now looks ahead to facing the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday.
Memphis Grizzlies 115 - 125 Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets secured a 125-115 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies, with standout performances from Jamal Murray, who tallied 29 points and eight assists, and Peyton Watson, who scored 14 of his 27 points in the third quarter. Nikola Jokic also made a significant impact, recording his 10th triple-double of the season with 17 points, 16 assists, and 10 rebounds. Despite missing key starters Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon, the Nuggets excelled, shooting 51.2% from beyond the arc. Memphis, grappling with injuries to key players including Ja Morant, saw Jock Landale match his career-best with 26 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome Denver's strong defense and timely scoring, including a pivotal pair of late three-pointers by Murray. The game was marked by Jokic's half-court buzzer-beater that concluded the third quarter and Denver's ability to maintain a lead despite a late push by the Grizzlies.
Milwaukee Bucks 103 - 115 Portland Trail Blazers
In a standout performance, Jerami Grant scored a season-high 35 points as the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 115-103, marking Milwaukee's fifth consecutive loss. Despite missing key players due to injuries, including Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jrue Holiday, Portland managed to seize control with a decisive 18-0 run that spanned the third and fourth quarters, extending their lead to as many as 33 points. Among the Trail Blazers, Deni Avdija added 22 points, while Donovan Clingan contributed a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds. For Milwaukee, Bobby Portis scored 22 points, supported by Cole Anthony and Kyle Kuzma with 16 and 15 points, respectively. This game marked Portland's first visit to Milwaukee since Damian Lillard's return to the Trail Blazers, albeit sidelined due to a torn Achilles. Lillard, waived by the Bucks this summer, was warmly welcomed by the Milwaukee crowd, receiving a standing ovation after a video tribute. Both teams now look ahead to their NBA Cup games on Wednesday.
New Orleans Pelicans 143 - 130 Chicago Bulls
The New Orleans Pelicans snapped a nine-game losing streak with a high-scoring 143-130 victory over the Chicago Bulls, marking their first win under interim coach James Borrego. Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 29 points, matching his season high, while Saddiq Bey contributed significantly with 20 points and 14 rebounds, including two crucial late-game 3-pointers. The win was a collective effort as eight Pelicans scored in double figures, with Trey Murphy, Jose Alvarado, and Yves Missi among the notable contributors. The game saw the Pelicans extend their lead to 22 points in the second quarter and maintain their advantage despite a late push from the Bulls, who were led by Ayo Dosunmu's 28 points and Coby White’s 24. The victory came after James Borrego's tenure began with six consecutive losses following the firing of former coach Willie Green.
Phoenix Suns 92 - 114 Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets snapped the Phoenix Suns' three-game winning streak with a 114-92 victory, even without star forward Kevin Durant, who missed the game for personal reasons. Amen Thompson led the Rockets with 28 points, eight assists, and seven rebounds, while Aaron Holiday contributed 22 points off the bench, making six 3-pointers. The Rockets, who have won 11 of their last 13 games and five straight against the Suns, were in control from the beginning and maintained their lead throughout the night. Despite Dillon Brooks scoring 29 points for the Suns, Phoenix struggled with turnovers, allowing Houston to capitalize on 26 points from 20 turnovers. The Suns’ 92 points marked a season low, and the result was a bit of a disappointment after the news that Durant wouldn’t be playing against his former team, following his offseason trade to Houston in a seven-team deal.
Golden State Warriors 134 - 117 Utah Jazz
In an impressive performance, Stephen Curry led the Golden State Warriors to a 134-117 victory over the Utah Jazz, scoring 31 points while making six 3-pointers. The Warriors, overcoming an initial 11-0 deficit, surged ahead with a 17-3 run and secured a 67-55 lead by halftime, thanks in part to a 41-point second quarter. Curry's performance marked his fifth 30-point game in the last six outings. Despite a promising 28-point effort from Utah's Keyonte George, the Jazz recorded their fourth consecutive loss and remain winless on the road against Western Conference teams this season. The Warriors debuted their "The Town" edition jerseys and a themed court, celebrating their Oakland history. Notably, Golden State extended their winning streak at home against the Jazz to ten games. Draymond Green missed the game due to a minor foot injury, while Jonathan Kuminga remained sidelined. The Warriors shot efficiently at 49.5% and benefitted from a strong bench performance, notably from Buddy Hield, who contributed 20 points.
Sacramento Kings 117 - 112 Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to recover from a dramatic late-game collapse against the Phoenix Suns as they prepare to face the Sacramento Kings. In their recent game, the Timberwolves lost 114-113 after leading by eight with just over a minute remaining, ultimately succumbing to a 9-0 run by the Suns. Coach Chris Finch lamented the team's poor execution in the final moments, highlighted by turnovers from Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle, and missed free throws from Edwards, despite his impressive 41-point performance. Meanwhile, the Kings celebrate a morale-boosting 128-123 victory over the Denver Nuggets, ending an eight-game losing streak. Russell Westbrook and Dennis Schroder each scored 21 points, with Westbrook delivering a strong fourth-quarter performance against his former team. The Kings are optimistic after overcoming a 13-point deficit and executing a solid game plan. As they face off, Minnesota aims to continue their strong record against Sacramento this season, having previously secured two victories, including a season-high 144-point game.