In a thrilling night of NBA action, Pascal Siakam’s clutch 3-pointer in overtime led the Indiana Pacers to a victory over the previously undefeated Boston Celtics. The October 30 matchups saw several exciting performances across the league, including the Cleveland Cavaliers extending their unbeaten run and the Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns showcasing his skills in a big win over Miami. Here’s a look at each game and the key highlights that defined a dynamic night in the NBA.
Pacers 135, Celtics 132 (OT): Siakam’s Last-Second Three Downs Boston
In Indianapolis, Pascal Siakam hit a game-winning 3-pointer with just 7.3 seconds remaining in overtime, propelling the Indiana Pacers to a 135-132 victory over the Boston Celtics. The Celtics entered the game unbeaten but found themselves struggling to overcome Indiana’s determined offense. Siakam ended the night with an impressive 29 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists, while Bennedict Mathurin added 30 points and 11 rebounds off the bench, helping Indiana break a three-game losing streak.
Boston made a valiant comeback from a 24-point deficit late in the third quarter, eventually tying the game with Jayson Tatum’s 3-pointer with just 14.4 seconds remaining in regulation. Tatum scored a game-high 37 points, and Jaylen Brown added 25, though Boston’s struggles from deep, including a combined 6-for-29 from Tatum and Brown, ultimately hindered their chances.
Cavaliers 134, Lakers 110: Cleveland Remains Unbeaten with Strong Win Over Lakers
Cleveland continued its remarkable start to the season, securing a 134-110 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. Evan Mobley led the Cavs with 25 points, and Donovan Mitchell contributed 24 points and seven assists, helping the team to a 5-0 record—their best start since the 2016-17 season.
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Bronny James, the Lakers’ rookie, scored his first NBA basket, while LeBron James contributed 26 points, six rebounds, and six turnovers. Anthony Davis, who had been averaging over 32 points per game, managed 22 points and 13 rebounds. Despite strong individual performances, the Lakers struggled to close the gap as Cleveland maintained control throughout.
Knicks 116, Heat 107: Towns Leads Knicks to Victory Over Miami
In Miami, Karl-Anthony Towns put on a show for the Knicks, scoring 44 points and grabbing 13 rebounds to lead New York to a 116-107 win. Acquired in an offseason trade, Towns delivered a season-best performance, shooting an impressive 17-of-25 from the field. Jalen Brunson supported him with 22 points and nine assists.
Tyler Herro led the Heat with 34 points and seven assists, hitting 8-of-13 from beyond the arc, but Miami struggled to keep up without veteran forward Kevin Love. The Knicks capitalized on Miami’s shorthanded lineup and improved their record with a solid team effort.
Thunder 105, Spurs 93: Oklahoma City Stays Perfect with Win Over San Antonio
The Oklahoma City Thunder continued their winning streak by beating the San Antonio Spurs 105-93. Luguentz Dort led the Thunder with 20 points, while Chet Holmgren, last season’s Rookie of the Year runner-up, contributed 19 points, five rebounds, and two blocks.
San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama, the reigning Rookie of the Year, left the game briefly with a foot injury and was a non-factor upon his return, scoring only six points. Oklahoma City’s shooting proved too much for San Antonio, as the Thunder hit a season-high 17 three-pointers to secure the win.
Pistons 105, 76ers 95: Detroit Claims First Win of the Season
In Philadelphia, the Detroit Pistons earned their first win of the season, defeating the 76ers 105-95. Jaden Ivey led the Pistons with 23 points, while Cade Cunningham added 22. Former Sixer Tobias Harris contributed 18 points and 14 rebounds, helping Detroit overcome the Sixers’ strong efforts.
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Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey scored a game-high 32 points, though his shooting woes from deep—hitting only 2-of-10 three-point attempts—reflected the Sixers’ overall struggles from beyond the arc. Without Joel Embiid and Paul George, both out due to injuries, Philadelphia could not keep pace with Detroit’s balanced scoring.
Trail Blazers 106, Clippers 105: Portland Holds Off Clippers in Nail-Biting Finish
Anfernee Simons scored 25 points, and Deandre Ayton added a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds as the Portland Trail Blazers edged out the Los Angeles Clippers 106-105 in a close game. The Trail Blazers earned their first road win of the season, relying on clutch performances from their starters.
The Clippers saw strong contributions from Norman Powell, who scored 30 points, and James Harden, who added 19 points and 10 assists. Despite these efforts, the Clippers failed to secure a win at the new Intuit Dome, falling short of a comeback in the final moments.
Warriors 104, Pelicans 89: Golden State Outplays New Orleans Without Curry
The Golden State Warriors, playing without injured star Stephen Curry, managed a solid 104-89 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Buddy Hield led the Warriors with 21 points, while Brandin Podziemski, filling in for Curry, came close to a triple-double with 13 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists.
New Orleans’ Jordan Hawkins scored a game-high 23 points, but the Pelicans struggled on their four-game road trip, finishing with just one win. Golden State’s balanced offense and stifling defense kept New Orleans at bay, securing a comfortable win for the Warriors.
Wizards 133, Hawks 120: Coulibaly Shines as Washington Takes Down Atlanta
Washington Wizards rookie Bilal Coulibaly scored a career-high 27 points, helping his team defeat the Atlanta Hawks 133-120. Coulibaly also grabbed nine rebounds, with Jordan Poole adding 24 points and nine assists.
Atlanta’s Trae Young put up 35 points and 15 assists, but it wasn’t enough to keep up with Washington’s offensive onslaught. The Hawks have now lost three consecutive games, struggling to find consistency early in the season.
Hornets 138, Raptors 133: Charlotte Outlasts Toronto in High-Scoring Matchup
The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Toronto Raptors 138-133, led by Tre Mann and Cody Martin, who combined for 52 points off the bench. Charlotte’s balanced attack helped them snap a two-game losing streak, despite RJ Barrett’s 31 points and Gradey Dick’s 30 points for Toronto.
Toronto’s struggles on defense allowed Charlotte to find open looks, which the Hornets capitalized on to clinch a victory in a high-scoring affair.
Bulls 102, Magic 99: Chicago’s Defense Seals Close Win Over Orlando
In Chicago, the Bulls held the Orlando Magic to just 12 points in the fourth quarter, rallying from a 10-point halftime deficit to win 102-99. Coby White led the Bulls with 21 points, while Nikola Vucevic contributed 18 points and 14 rebounds.
Orlando’s Paolo Banchero scored 31 points, but the Magic struggled offensively in the second half, allowing the Bulls to take control late in the game.
Nets 119, Grizzlies 106: Schroder Powers Brooklyn Past Memphis
Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Schroder scored a season-high 33 points to lead his team past the Memphis Grizzlies 119-106. Cam Thomas added 19 points as the Nets earned their first road victory of the season.
Memphis’ Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 30 points, but injuries to Marcus Smart and Desmond Bane hindered the Grizzlies’ ability to compete. Brooklyn’s depth and consistent shooting propelled them to a comfortable win.
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