In the Timberwolves' first game without Anthony Edwards, who will undergo right knee surgery, Stephen Curry erupted for 44 points, going 16-for-16 from the free throw line with six three-pointers. The Warriors built a 24-point lead and held off a second-half Minnesota rally. Yaxel Lendeborg shined again with 26 points and 9 rebounds. Jonathan Kuminga (20) led the Wolves, who fall to 3-2.
Thunder 96-120 Mavericks
The Thunder suffered their first loss of the season (4-1) and their 15-game winning streak in October. Without Jalen Williams, sidelined by a fibula fracture and ankle dislocation, and missing Cason Wallace, Chet Holmgren, and Alex Caruso, Oklahoma City shot just 5-for-32 from three and scored only 37 points after halftime. Cooper Flagg posted 26 points and 8 assists, while Kyrie Irving added 15 in his return to the American Airlines Center following his knee injury. Ajay Mitchell led the Thunder with 29 points. Aday Mara played seven minutes with 4 points and 2 blocks. Sergio de Larrea and Santi Aldama remain out.
Nuggets 104-91 Pelicans
Nikola Jokić became the second player in NBA history to record 200 regular-season triple-doubles, behind only Russell Westbrook (209). He finished with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists in a victory the Nuggets controlled from the opening quarter (37-18). Jamal Murray added 23 points, while Zion Williamson scored 25 for the Pelicans, who remain winless (0-4).
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Knicks 133-127 Bulls
The Knicks rallied from 19 points down at the United Center with a 43-point fourth quarter and 8-for-12 three-point shooting. Jalen Brunson scored 38, while Jordan Clarkson changed the game with back-to-back steals and 12 fourth-quarter points. Norman Powell added 30 but couldn't prevent the Bulls from falling to 1-4.
Rockets 132-100 Bucks
The Rockets remain undefeated (5-0) and didn't even miss Alperen Şengün, who sat out with back soreness. Houston broke the game open in the second quarter (34-14) and led by as many as 35 points. Fred VanVleet scored 24 and Amen Thompson added 23. The Bucks fall to 1-4.
Spurs 117-111 Jazz (OT)
Victor Wembanyama scored 36 points, 21 in the first half, and grabbed 14 rebounds in the Spurs' third straight win (3-2). The Jazz, without Jaren Jackson Jr. and Lauri Markkanen, controlled much of the game and forced overtime, but San Antonio went on a 12-0 run in the extra period to seal it. Keyonte George scored 31 for Utah.
76ers 114-109 Pacers
The 76ers bounced back from their first loss with a 39-point fourth quarter, after trailing following a disastrous third quarter (13-36). Tyrese Maxey contributed 27 points, Joel Embiid posted a double-double (21 and 11), and Anfernee Simons added 20 off the bench with six three-pointers. Pascal Siakam (26 and 11) and Andrew Nembhard (14 assists) led the Pacers, who played without Tyrese Haliburton.
Hornets 89-97 Pistons
The Pistons won again (4-1) behind 30 points from Cade Cunningham in a game where the Hornets committed 25 turnovers. Brandon Miller continued his strong start with 31 points and 12 rebounds.
Heat 129-117 Hawks
The Heat finally won (1-4) on a historic night for Bam Adebayo, who surpassed Udonis Haslem as the franchise's all-time leading rebounder. Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo (24 points and 18 rebounds) each scored 24. Rookie Kingston Flemings added 23 for the Hawks.
Wizards 111-121 Cavaliers
The Wizards started strong with a 42-point first quarter, but the Cavaliers rallied back with Evan Mobley (24 and 12) and Peyton Watson (22) leading the way. AJ Dybantsa returned from his ankle injury with 19 points and 8-for-12 shooting from the free throw line.
Magic 99-129 Raptors
The Raptors dominated the Magic, who continue without Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs, and led by as many as 33 points. Scottie Barnes scored 28 and RJ Barrett added 25 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists.
Lakers 103-87 Clippers
Without Luka Dončić, sidelined by back soreness, the Lakers dominated the Los Angeles derby with 23 points from Quentin Grimes and 21 from Collin Sexton. Baba Miller played 17 minutes for the Clippers with 4 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 blocks. The Clippers fall to 1-3.