Top Highlights and Key Performances from Every NBA Game on October 26, 2024.
The NBA Daily Recap for October 26, 2024, delivered an action-packed night as teams clashed in pursuit of early-season dominance. Here is a look at the top performances and highlights from each matchup.
LeBron James recorded a dominant triple-double with 32 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists, propelling the Los Angeles Lakers to a narrow 131-127 win over the Sacramento Kings. Anthony Davis complemented James with 31 points and nine rebounds, continuing his impressive start under new head coach JJ Redick.
Although the Lakers led by 15 in the first half, the Kings rallied to gain a third-quarter lead. However, James spearheaded the Lakers’ comeback, scoring 16 points in the final quarter, while Davis nailed a clutch three-pointer with 37 seconds left to seal the victory. Domantas Sabonis notched a triple-double in the loss with 29 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Kevin Durant’s 31-point outing led the Phoenix Suns to a steady 114-102 win over the Dallas Mavericks. The Suns never trailed after the first quarter, maintaining a lead through the final buzzer despite consistent efforts from Dallas.
Luka Doncic put up 40 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving contributed 22 points. Phoenix’s Jusuf Nurkic recorded a double-double with 18 points and 14 rebounds, while rookie Ryan Dunn scored 13 points in his first career start.
The Los Angeles Clippers edged the Denver Nuggets 109-104, largely due to a standout 37-point performance from Norman Powell, who scored 26 points in the second half. James Harden added 23 points and 16 assists, helping to counter a remarkable 41-point effort by Nikola Jokic, who hit a career-high seven three-pointers. The Clippers rallied late, capitalizing on missed opportunities by Denver in the final minute to secure the win.
Jayson Tatum scored 37 points, including six crucial points in the last minute, as the Boston Celtics narrowly defeated the Detroit Pistons 124-118.
Despite leading by 23 in the first half, the Celtics found themselves trailing in the third quarter until a timely series of 3-pointers by Jrue Holiday sparked a rally. Jaylen Brown added 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Jaden Ivey led Detroit with 26 points.
The Cleveland Cavaliers displayed offensive prowess, shooting 54% from the field en route to a decisive 135-116 win over the Washington Wizards.
Donovan Mitchell led with 30 points, and Jarrett Allen added 23 points on a perfect 10-for-10 shooting performance. The Cavaliers maintained their dominance over Washington, extending their winning streak against the Wizards to nine games.
Jimmy Butler scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Miami Heat past the Charlotte Hornets, 114-106. Tyler Herro drained five three-pointers and finished with 22 points as the Heat capitalized on Charlotte’s struggles with turnovers.
LaMelo Ball’s 27-point effort, while impressive, could not offset the Hornets’ miscues on a night when they honored late announcer Pat Doughty and hosted a nearby benefit concert for Hurricane Helene victims.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 23 points and Chet Holmgren recorded a double-double with 21 points and 16 rebounds as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Chicago Bulls 114-95.
Jalen Williams nearly had a triple-double with 24 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists, helping the Thunder secure a comfortable win over Chicago in the Bulls’ home opener.
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Santi Aldama’s 22-point game fueled the Memphis Grizzlies’ 124-111 victory over the Orlando Magic. Ja Morant, playing in his first home game of the season, recorded 16 points and 10 assists.
The Grizzlies held a substantial halftime lead and resisted a strong third-quarter surge by Orlando to capture their first win in Memphis.
Minnesota’s balanced offense, led by 24-point performances from both Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards, guided the Timberwolves to a 112-101 win over the Toronto Raptors. Rudy Gobert contributed with a double-double, adding 15 points, 13 rebounds, and four blocks as Minnesota held on to a comfortable lead.
Victor Wembanyama’s 29-point game headlined the San Antonio Spurs’ narrow 109-106 victory over the Houston Rockets. Jeremy Sochan added a double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds, while Chris Paul chipped in nine assists.
Houston rallied to make it a one-possession game in the fourth quarter, but Wembanyama’s impact helped secure the win for San Antonio.
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