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Durant Takes Six Shots as Rockets Beat CelticsThe Houston Rockets beat the Boston Celtics 109-93 on November 2, improving to 7-1. Kevin Durant scored 12 points on six shots and challenged a reporter’s question about his limited attempts.45 min ago · Sports Illustrated +1- Tatum Knocks Over Sanitizer Dispenser in Celtics’ LossJayson Tatum knocked a hand sanitizer dispenser to the floor while heading to halftime during Boston’s 109-93 loss to Houston on November 2.1 h ago · Newsweek
Thiero Could Return for Lakers by Week’s EndLakers coach JJ Redick said on November 2 that forward Adou Thiero is progressing and could become available later this week, after missing the start of the season with left-knee swelling.1 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Rookies Make Their Mark Across NBA’s November 2 SlateFirst-year players delivered standout performances across the NBA on November 2, including Braden Smith’s 19 points and 10 assists for Indiana and Caleb Wilson’s team-high 24 points for Chicago.1 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Tyrese Proctor Builds His Case for More Cavaliers MinutesOn November 3, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Tyrese Proctor was delivering efficient scoring, rebounding and playmaking in a limited reserve role, strengthening his case for more court time.1 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Braden Smith Delivers in First Pacers StartIndiana rookie Braden Smith scored 19 points and had 10 assists in his first NBA start on November 2, helping the short-handed Pacers challenge Atlanta in a four-point loss.1 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Flagg Apologizes After Mavericks Fall to Winless KingsCooper Flagg apologized to his Dallas teammates after the Mavericks lost 115-100 to Sacramento on November 2, giving the Kings their first win of the season.2 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Jalen Brunson’s Unimaginable Year With the KnicksKnicks guard Jalen Brunson reflected on his championship season and Chicago ties after a standout game against the Bulls in Chicago, as recounted in a November 3 publication.2 h ago · Chicago Sun-Times
Green Ejected as Suns and Warriors Trade Barbs After ScuffleGolden State beat Phoenix on November 2, dropping the Suns to 1-4. Green was tossed during the third period, prompting opposing players to dispute how the Suns responded.2 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Jerome’s Scoring Surge Leads Memphis Into Pacers MatchupThe Memphis Grizzlies host the Indiana Pacers on November 4, after Ty Jerome scored 40 points in an overtime loss to New Orleans.2 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer +1
Trey Lyles Adds Shooting and Flexibility to Timberwolves’ BenchForward Trey Lyles scored 12 points and grabbed four rebounds in Minnesota’s win over Milwaukee on November 2, offering the Timberwolves floor spacing and added frontcourt flexibility.2 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Knicks Could Cut James Wiseman Before His Deal Becomes GuaranteedThe Knicks could release center James Wiseman before his contract becomes fully guaranteed on January 10, 2027, if his limited role and play do not improve.2 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Thunder Projected to Land Three First-Round Picks in 2027 DraftA new 2027 NBA mock draft pairs Arizona’s Caleb Holt, Arkansas’ Abdou Toure and Missouri’s Jason Crowe Jr. with Oklahoma City on November 3, 2026.2 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Unbeaten Grizzlies Surge With a New IdentityThe Memphis Grizzlies opened the NBA season 6-0, fueled by strong three-point shooting, a deep rotation and standout play from Cameron Boozer and Ty Jerome.3 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Jokic Seeks Answers as Early-Season Shooting SlumpsDenver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic said he is trying to understand his poor three-point shooting after a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on November 2. He is shooting 22.6% from three through six games this season.3 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Amen Thompson’s Shooting Tests the Rockets’ Early SuccessOn November 3, Houston’s 7-1 start has put the Rockets atop the Western Conference, while Amen Thompson’s 28% three-point shooting raises questions about his fit as the season progresses.4 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Early NBA Playoff Forecast Reflects Injuries and a Shifting EastA November 3 forecast projected the NBA’s 2027 postseason field, placing Detroit first in the Eastern Conference as injuries and uneven starts reshape the early-season outlook.4 h ago · CBS Sports
2026 NBA rookies make a strong early impressionThe 2026 NBA rookie class has made an eye-catching start through the first two weeks of the season, with Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson and Darius Acuff Jr. among the leading performers. Early play and rising trading-card sales have drawn attention to the newcomers as of November 2.4 h ago · CBS Sports +1
Liberty Begin Search for DeMarco’s ReplacementThe New York Liberty are searching for a head coach after Chris DeMarco left the job following one year. The search was underway by November 3, 2026.5 h ago · New York Post
Hawks Edge Short-Handed Pacers Despite Uneven ShowingAtlanta beat Indiana on November 2, overcoming an uneven performance against a Pacers team with only six available players. Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the Hawks with 34 points.5 h ago · Sports Illustrated