Basketball NewsThursday, Nov 5, 2026

Publisher:Celtics BlogOutlet infoNov 4, 9:30 PM ET

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 04: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics dribbles downcourt against Kasparas Jakucionis #25 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at TD Garden on November 04, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images BOSTON — Payton ...

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Publisher:Lakers NationOutlet infoNov 5, 10:10 AM ET

The Los Angeles Lakers did not have a stellar offensive performance in their victory over the Sacramento Kings as their 116 points scored were their second-fewest of the season. But they were still able to come away with a 13-point victory on the road due in large part to their efforts on the defensive end. […]

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Publisher:Mavs MoneyballOutlet infoNov 5, 12:51 AM ET

SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 4: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs and P.J. Washington #25 of the Dallas Mavericks go up for a rebound during the game on November 4, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBA...

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Publisher:Liberty BallersOutlet infoNov 4, 11:27 PM ET

DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 4: LeBron James #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket during the game against the Detroit Pistons on November 4, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

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Publisher:Silver Screen and RollOutlet infoNov 5, 3:14 AM ET

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SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: Collin Sexton #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after making a three-points shot against the Sacramento Kings in the first half at Golden 1 Center on November 04, 2026 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) | Getty Images For as good ...

Publisher:Yahoo Sports NBAOutlet infoNov 5, 4:16 PM ET

Payton Pritchard, who exited Wednesday’s Celtics game with a right eye abrasian, is questionable to play on Friday against the Hornets.