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Jalen Brunson, KAT Lead Knicks Over Cavs, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Harden, Spida, Top Players

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Updated Nov 8, 1:22 AM ET

Jalen Brunson lifted the New York Knicks past James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-97 on the road Saturday after a strong third quarter.

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Cavs finally give a big lead the protection it deserves

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CLEVELAND — The Cavaliers have already demonstrated they can build a lead. What happens afterward has been considerably less dependable. Friday offered a better answer. When the Sixers pushed back, the Cavs kept playing aggressively instead of giving them a chance to take over. “We have to continue to be aggressive with these leads,” Kenny […] The post Cavs finally give a big lead the protection it deserves appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Mavericks get reminder they can help Cooper Flagg, too

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Cooper Flagg doesn’t need to rescue the Mavericks every time their offense gets stuck. Friday offered a useful reminder that they have other players capable of getting things moving. P.J. Washington was the biggest reason. With Flagg struggling early and Kyrie Irving playing through an illness, Washington scored 26 points and made six of 10 […] The post Mavericks get reminder they can help Cooper Flagg, too appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Portland Trail Blazers

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PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 26: Dylan Harper #2 of the San Antonio Spurs dribbles against Donovan Clingan #23 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of Game Four of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Moda Center on April 26, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) ...

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Utah Jazz vs Dallas Mavericks: Recap and Final Score

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Updated Nov 8, 12:31 AM ET

DALLAS, TX - NOVEMBER 6: Svi Mykhailiuk #10 of the Utah Jazz looks on during the game against the Dallas Mavericks during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup on November 6, 2026 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, 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 (Photo by Sam Hodde/NBAE via Getty Images) | ...

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Pelicans need to get Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy more involved

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The Pelicans have Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III. Finding enough shots for them shouldn’t be this difficult. Yet the two combined for just 17 attempts in Friday’s 115-109 loss to the Timberwolves, ending a four-game winning streak and bringing a familiar offensive concern back into focus. As David Grubb of Pelicans On SI noted⁠, […] The post Pelicans need to get Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy more involved appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Wizards’ Kyshawn George gives them a reason to look beyond Trae Young

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Trae Young’s return to Atlanta was the obvious story. Kyshawn George gave the Wizards something more useful to think about beyond one emotional night. Their young wing is becoming a player who can carry a substantial share of the offense. George finished with 33 points and seven assists in Friday’s NBA Cup loss to the […] The post Wizards’ Kyshawn George gives them a reason to look beyond Trae Young appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum is giving defenses more than his scoring to worry about

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Jayson Tatum scored 34 points in three quarters Friday. The Hornets probably would have preferred that he stick to shooting. He also handed out nine assists, giving the Celtics the kind of offensive direction that matters well beyond a blowout against a struggling opponent. As John Karalis of Celtics On SI observed⁠, Tatum’s reads were […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum is giving defenses more than his scoring to worry about appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Ball, Dosunmu lead Timberwolves past Pelicans

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Ayo Dosunmu scored 26 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves held off the New Orleans Pelicans 115-109 on Friday night to remain unbeaten in NBA Cup play. The post Ball, Dosunmu lead Timberwolves past Pelicans appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Grizzlies’ 6-0 start gives way to a turnover problem and three straight losses

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The Grizzlies opened the season 6-0 and gave everyone a reason to reconsider their expectations. Three straight losses later, they’re providing a reminder that a young team’s progress rarely moves in one direction. The biggest concern is becoming familiar. Memphis keeps giving the ball away, and opponents keep turning those mistakes into points. As Landon […] The post Grizzlies’ 6-0 start gives way to a turnover problem and three straight losses appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Could Knicks find frontcourt help in a trade with Clippers?

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The Knicks don’t need a blockbuster to improve their chances of repeating. Another dependable big man would be a reasonable place to start. Whether the Clippers could supply one is worth considering. That’s the idea floated by Matthew Miranda of Knicks On SI⁠, who identified Yanic Konan Niederhauser and Baba Miller as potential targets to […] The post Could Knicks find frontcourt help in a trade with Clippers? appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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2 best Domantas Sabonis trade destinations amid rumored unhappiness with dreadful Kings

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There have been some rumblings going around that Domantas Sabonis is unhappy with both his situation and his role with the Sacramento Kings. Tim MacMahon of ESPN said point blank that Sabonis is not happy and “wants out” of the franchise, and considering that they’ve been losing games left and right to begin the 2026-27 […] The post 2 best Domantas Sabonis trade destinations amid rumored unhappiness with dreadful Kings appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kings’ defense keeps giving their offense little chance

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The Kings got 22 points and eight assists from Darius Acuff Jr., found some unexpected help on the wing and put together one of their better offensive performances. They still never led. That’s where Sacramento stands at 1-8. There are individual developments worth liking, but the defense keeps making them mostly irrelevant to the result. […] The post Kings’ defense keeps giving their offense little chance appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Houston Rockets vs. Phoenix Suns game preview

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Technically, this game counts as a schedule advantage for the Houston Rockets. The Rockets haven’t played since Wednesday, but the Phoenix Suns had a game on Thursday. In fact, this is the third game in four nights for the Suns, so I’m adding it to the counter. After crashing back to earth after a phenomenal […]

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Player Grades: Lakers vs. Blazers

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Updated Nov 7, 1:12 PM ET

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 6: Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers during the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup on November 6, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by A...

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Why Joe Mazzulla hugged Neemias Queta instead of yelling at him in win over Hornets

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 22: Neemias Queta #88 and Head Coach Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics high five during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on February 22, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nick Tomoyasu/NBAE via G...

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