The Golden State Warriors continued their unbeaten road streak with a hard-fought 118-112 victory over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night. The win, led by a stellar performance from Stephen Curry, marked the Warriors’ fifth straight victory and solidified their strong start to the season. Curry scored 27 points, while teammates Buddy Hield and Andrew Wiggins each contributed 16 points, pushing Golden State to a 7-1 record.
Meanwhile, other NBA games saw plenty of thrilling action. The Charlotte Hornets edged out the Detroit Pistons in a nail-biter, and the Indiana Pacers prevailed over the Orlando Magic. In Atlanta, rookie Zaccharie Risacher led the Hawks to a comeback victory over the New York Knicks, while Memphis dominated the Los Angeles Lakers with a strong shooting performance.
Here’s a rundown of Wednesday night’s NBA action, highlighting the best moments, standout players, and important storylines.
Warriors vs. Celtics: Golden State Stays Hot on the Road
Golden State entered TD Garden looking to extend their unbeaten road streak, and Stephen Curry wasted no time making his presence felt. After missing three games with an ankle injury, Curry returned to the lineup and led the Warriors with 27 points, showing no signs of lingering issues. His return has been crucial for Golden State, who now sit at 7-1.
STEPH, WARRIORS WIN IN BOSTON.
27 points (21 in 2nd half)
7 boards, 9 dimes, 4 stealsThat’s 5 STRAIGHT for the @warriors… they’re 5-0 on the road! pic.twitter.com/mIa0515ZQ7
— NBA (@NBA) November 7, 2024
The game remained tight, with Boston’s Jayson Tatum scoring 32 points and Derrick White adding 26 to keep the Celtics close. However, crucial free throws from Draymond Green and Kyle Anderson sealed the game for the Warriors in the final seconds. Warriors coach Steve Kerr faced boos from the Boston crowd, still harboring frustration over Kerr’s use of Tatum during the Paris Olympics. Despite the tensions, the Warriors secured a hard-earned road win.
Hornets vs. Pistons: Brandon Miller’s Buzzer-Beater Lifts Charlotte Over Detroit
In a dramatic finish, Charlotte’s rookie Brandon Miller scored the game-winning shot off an offensive rebound at the buzzer, giving the Hornets a thrilling 108-107 win over the Pistons. Miles Bridges led the Hornets with 27 points, while LaMelo Ball contributed 25 points, including five three-pointers.
For the Pistons, Cade Cunningham recorded a triple-double with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Jaden Ivey added 21 points. The game reached an intense conclusion when Ronald Holland stole the ball from Miller and drove for a go-ahead layup with 6.3 seconds left, stunning the Charlotte crowd. However, Miller redeemed himself on the Hornets’ final possession, putting back Grant Williams’ missed three-pointer to secure the victory.
Pacers vs. Magic: Mathurin Leads Indiana Over Orlando
The Indiana Pacers earned a 118-111 victory over the Orlando Magic, thanks to a balanced scoring attack. Bennedict Mathurin led Indiana with 20 points, while Tyrese Haliburton, Myles Turner, Pascal Siakam, and rookie Jarace Walker each scored 17 points. The Pacers’ depth was on full display, with six players scoring in double figures.
Orlando’s Franz Wagner led all scorers with 28 points, while Jalen Suggs added 15. The Pacers held a slim lead in the final minute, but key plays from Haliburton and Mathurin sealed the win.
Hawks vs. Knicks: Rookie Risacher Shines in Atlanta’s Comeback Win
No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher had a career night, scoring 33 points and adding seven rebounds as the Hawks rallied to beat the New York Knicks 121-116. Risacher’s impressive performance included three assists, three steals, and two blocks, making him the top-performing rookie of the season so far.
The Knicks were led by Karl-Anthony Towns, who scored 34 points and grabbed 16 rebounds. Jalen Brunson contributed 21 points, but Atlanta’s 13-1 run in the final minutes secured the Hawks’ victory.
Grizzlies vs. Lakers: Morant Shines Before Injury, Memphis Cruises to Victory
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant scored 20 points before exiting in the third quarter due to a right hamstring injury. Memphis relied on their strong three-point shooting to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 131-114. Rookie Jaylen Wells and Jaren Jackson Jr. each contributed 20 points, helping the Grizzlies to an emphatic win.
LeBron James carried the Lakers with 39 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Memphis. The Lakers were without Anthony Davis, who sat out due to left heel soreness, and Rui Hachimura, sidelined with an illness. Rookie Dalton Knecht started in Davis’ absence.
Cavaliers vs. Pelicans: Mitchell Leads Cleveland to Historic Start
Donovan Mitchell scored 29 points to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 131-122 win over the New Orleans Pelicans, marking Cleveland’s best start in franchise history with a 9-0 record. Caris LeVert and Jarrett Allen each added 16 points, with Allen grabbing 14 rebounds.
Zion Williamson returned from a brief absence, scoring 29 points for New Orleans. Jose Alvarado added 27 points off the bench, hitting all seven of his three-point attempts, but the Pelicans were unable to overcome Cleveland’s offensive firepower.
Mavericks vs. Bulls: Doncic and Irving Shine in Dallas’ Dominant Win
The Dallas Mavericks cruised to a 119-99 victory over the Chicago Bulls, led by Luka Doncic’s 27 points and 13 assists. Kyrie Irving scored 17 points, while Daniel Gafford added 17 points in a season-high 24 minutes.
Chicago’s Nikola Vucevic led with 14 points and 10 rebounds, but the Bulls struggled without leading scorer Zach LaVine, sidelined with an adductor strain.
Suns vs. Heat: Phoenix Rallies for Sixth Straight Win
The Phoenix Suns extended their winning streak to six games with a 115-112 comeback victory over the Miami Heat. Kevin Durant scored 32 points, while Jusuf Nurkic contributed 20 points and 18 rebounds. The Suns closed a 15-point gap with a late rally, capped by Durant’s clutch jumper in the final seconds.
Miami’s Tyler Herro led with 28 points, while Jimmy Butler scored 15. Phoenix’s Devin Booker, who scored 22 points and dished out nine assists, made a critical free throw in the final seconds to secure the win.
Nuggets vs. Thunder: Denver Hands Oklahoma City First Loss
The Denver Nuggets handed the Oklahoma City Thunder their first loss of the season with a 124-122 win. Nikola Jokic posted an outstanding performance with 23 points, 20 rebounds, and 16 assists. Denver overcame a 16-point third-quarter deficit, with Michael Porter Jr. scoring 24 points.
Jalen Williams led the Thunder with 29 points, narrowly missing a triple-double with 10 rebounds and nine assists.
Clippers vs. 76ers: Powell’s Scoring Surge Continues in Clippers’ Win
Norman Powell scored 26 points, marking his seventh consecutive game with 20 or more, as the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 110-98. Paul George returned from a knee injury, scoring 18 points on 7 of 9 shooting.
Philadelphia’s Kelly Oubre Jr. led the Sixers with 18 points. The team was without Joel Embiid, serving a suspension following an off-court altercation, and has yet to play this season due to a knee injury.
Kings vs. Raptors: DeRozan Shines as Sacramento Beats Toronto
DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points in his eighth game with Sacramento, setting a new franchise record. Domantas Sabonis added a triple-double with 17 points, 13 assists, and 11 rebounds. The Kings defeated the Toronto Raptors 122-107, improving their early-season record.
The Raptors were led by RJ Barrett with 23 points. Davion Mitchell, recently traded to Toronto, scored 20 points in his first game back in Sacramento.
Wednesday night’s NBA games offered fans a range of thrilling matchups, impressive individual performances, and tight finishes. From Curry’s leadership on the road to Miller’s buzzer-beater, these games highlighted the league’s excitement and competitive spirit.
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