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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.2 h ago · Sports Illustrated +1
Celtics Weigh Robinson’s Role After Uneven StartBoston Celtics center Mitchell Robinson is struggling to rebound and connect on plays with teammates as the 5-2 team considers its rotation. The questions were highlighted after Boston’s loss to Houston, in a story published on November 3, 2026.3 h ago · Sports Illustrated
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 2.3 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.3 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.3 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.3 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.4 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.4 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.4 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.4 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.4 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.4 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.4 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, 2026.4 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.5 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.5 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.6 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.6 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 2.6 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, 2026.7 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.7 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Thunder Add Dalen Terry Amid Major Injury AbsencesOklahoma City is adding former Bulls and 76ers wing Dalen Terry on a two-year deal, filling its last roster spot as injuries sideline three starters. The move was announced on November 3.7 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Warriors Rally After Draymond Green’s Ejection to Beat SunsThe Golden State Warriors overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 116-113 in San Francisco on November 2, after Draymond Green was ejected early in the second half.7 h ago · New York Post
Bridges Sits as Knicks Rally Past NetsThe New York Knicks beat the Brooklyn Nets 103-90 at Madison Square Garden on November 2, 2026, while Mikal Bridges played only 16 minutes and sat out most of the second half.7 h ago · New York Post +1
Warriors’ Five-Game Surge Raises ExpectationsGolden State beat Phoenix 116-113 at Chase Center on November 2, extending its winning streak to five games after an 0-3 start.8 h ago · The San Francisco Standard
Knueppel’s Return Could Lift Hornets’ Struggling OffenseOn November 3, 2026, Charlotte’s offense ranked last in the NBA, but lineup numbers from last season suggest Kon Knueppel’s return alongside Coby White and Brandon Miller could help.8 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Hornets Slide to 22nd in NBA Power RankingsThe Charlotte Hornets fell from 17th to 22nd in the weekly NBA power rankings as their sluggish start continued. The ranking was made before their loss to Detroit on November 3, 2026.8 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Ponder Makes Immediate Impact in Florida State DebutFlorida State freshman center Marcis Ponder posted 15 points and 11 rebounds in a 113-69 win over Florida A&M in Tampa on November 2.9 h ago · CBS Sports
NBA Sits Out Election Day, Returns WednesdayThe NBA has no games scheduled on November 3, 2026, to encourage voting during the midterm elections. The league resumes play with 14 games on November 4.9 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Ball’s Scoring Lifts Timberwolves Past BucksLaMelo Ball scored 34 points as Minnesota beat Milwaukee on November 2, earning its fifth win of the season while Anthony Edwards remains sidelined.10 h ago · Sports Illustrated
Embiid plays through foot pain under 25-minute limitOn November 2, Joel Embiid scored 15 points for Philadelphia in a 126-107 win over Chicago while coping with plantar fasciitis in his right foot.12 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer
Sixers’ Crowded Backcourt Limits Rookie Labaron Philon’s MinutesPhiladelphia rookie guard Labaron Philon Jr. has struggled to find a steady role because several established guards are ahead of him in the rotation. Coach Nick Nurse expects Philon to get brief opportunities, with more playing time possible if injuries create an opening.12 h ago · PhillyVoice
Trail Blazers Carry Four-Game Road Streak Into PhoenixPortland visits Phoenix on November 4, seeking a fifth consecutive road win. The Trail Blazers are 5-1, while the Suns are 1-4.14 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer
Clippers Look to End Six-Game Slide Against HeatThe Los Angeles Clippers host the Miami Heat in Inglewood on November 4, with Los Angeles seeking to snap a six-game losing streak.14 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer
Dončić Matches Bryant-Era Lakers Scoring FeatLuka Dončić scored 42 points in the Lakers’ 138-117 win over Miami in Los Angeles on November 2, extending his run of at least 20 first-half points to five straight games, a feat last achieved by Kobe Bryant in 2007.14 h ago · New York Post +2
Bears Beat Seahawks as Lakers, Warriors and LeBron Make NewsOn November 3, the Bears defeated the Seahawks 34-17, the Lakers beat the Heat, and Draymond Green was ejected during the Warriors’ game against the Suns. LeBron James also took a sip of wine after colliding with a 76ers fan.15 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer
Celtics seek fifth straight home win against BucksBoston hosts Milwaukee on November 4, aiming to extend its home winning streak to five games. The Celtics enter 5-2, while the Bucks are 1-6.15 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer
Hawks Visit Wizards in Eastern Conference MatchupThe Atlanta Hawks visit the Washington Wizards on November 4 at 7 p.m. EST in a matchup between Eastern Conference teams.15 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer
Lakers Visit Kings After Doncic’s 42-Point PerformanceThe Los Angeles Lakers visit the Sacramento Kings in Sacramento on November 4, after Luka Doncic scored 42 points in a Lakers win over Miami.15 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer
Hornets Look to End Losing Streak Against NetsCharlotte visits Brooklyn on November 4 seeking to snap a four-game losing streak. The Hornets beat the Nets 110-103 in their first meeting this season.15 h ago · The Philadelphia Inquirer