Top moments from today’s NBA games
The NBA season opening week continues tonight with 11 games!
Follow along for updates throughout the night.
What we know about Wednesday’s NBA action:
Anthony Davis (34 pts, 12 reb) and Trae Young (20 pts, 13 ast) got the Wizards rolling with a 128-116 win over the Bucks.
Anthony Edwards (45 pts) became the third player to score 40+ in multiple season openers, joining Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain, as he led the Timberwolves over the Heat and Giannis Antetokounmpo (35 pts) 131-106.
Steph Curry and the Warriors are opening their 2026-27 campaign vs. Luka Dončić and the Lakers on ESPN.
10:42 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Pacers push past Pelicans
Pacers 123, Pelicans 120 | FT
Pascal Siakam: 30 pts, 8 reb | Tyrese Haliburton: 23 pts, 12 ast | Dejounte Murray: 23 pts, 7 ast
Tyrese Haliburton had a skip in his step as he returned to action Wednesday night, helping the Pacers defeat a game Pelicans squad on the road in New Orleans.
New Orleans had multiple chances to tie the game with a 3-pointer on the last two possessions, but were unable to convert.
Zion Williamson (22 pts, 3 stl) grabbed an offensive rebound off the first miss from Jeremiah Fears, bringing the Pelicans fans to their feet, but dribbled out and missed one of his own short.
Trey Murphy III launched a desperation full-court attempt at the buzzer, but it was just wide.
Indiana had 64 points in the paint in the win, aided by new center Ivica Zubac (16 pts, 14 reb).
10:32 p.m. ET / OCT 21
The new Blazers backcourt
Blazers 28, Suns 6 | 1Q, 3:31
That’s 19,379 points for Damian Lillard in a Portland uniform — most all-time — as the Blazers race out to a commanding early lead.
Ja Morant is writing a new legacy in Rip City.
10:25 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Pacers-Pelicans going down to the wire
Pacers 112, Pelicans 111 | 4Q, 3:26
We’re going back-and-forth on the odd number in New Orleans, as Dejounte Murray (23 pts) and Pascal Siakam (28 pts) trade baskets.
Catch the finish on League Pass!
10:18 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Edwards, Antetokounmpo make history in season opener
Timberwolves 131, Heat 106 | FT
Anthony Edwards: 45 pts, 9 3PM | Giannis Antetokounmpo: 35 pts | LaMelo Ball: 21 pts, 6 ast, 5 3PM
The superstars came out to play in South Beach to open the season.
Anthony Edwards joined Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain as the only three players to score 40+ points in multiple season openers, leading the Timberwolves over the Heat.
Giannis Antetokounmpo was game on the other end, breaking LeBron James’ record for points in a debut with Miami.
10:09 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Curry from Reseda
Warriors-Lakers is underway on ESPN.
9:59 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Ant on parade
Timberwolves 114, Heat 90 | 4Q, 5:43
Anthony Edwards (40 pts on 15-for-26 FGA, 8 3PM) has made ESPN’s opening contest of the 2026-27 NBA season his own, dominating Miami en route to a historic performance.
9:56 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A little Luka Magic
Never gets old.
9:43 p.m. ET / OCT 21
‘Putting on a show for the district’
Wizards 128, Bucks 116 | FT
Anthony Davis: 34 pts, 12 reb, 4 ast | Trae Young: 20 pts, 13 ast | Tyler Herro: 24 pts, 4 3PM
The Wizards took control late to dispatch the Bucks, earning their first win of their season in front of an excited crowd at Capital One Arena.
Washington posted 28 assists on 45 field goals to 11 turnovers, paced by Trae Young and Anthony Davis.
“We got the win,” said Davis. “Feels good!”
“This is what Wizards’ basketball looks like moving forward. Multiple ball-handlers; everyone on the floor can score,” said Monumental Sports’ Chris Miller. “The more you can do, the better.”
9:33 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Ant with a flamethrower
Timberwolves 96, Heat 81 | 3Q, 1:23
Anthony Edwards is making a statement in Miami to start the campaign.
9:31 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Bilal!
Wizards 124, Bucks 111 | 4Q, 1:42
Bilal Coulibaly (11 pts, 3 stl) just threw down a ridiculous tip-in slam for the Wizards, coming in from the left wing to throw it down with the right hand.
One more highlight on a celebratory night in D.C.
9:24 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Hawks-Magic going down to the wire
Magic 109, Hawks 108 | 4Q, 8:07
It’s been a barn-burner between these two division rivals, as Paolo Banchero (31 pts on 8-for-9 FGA, 12-for-16 FTA) exerts his will offensively.
Atlanta has five scorers in double-figures, led by Nickeil Alexander-Walker (20 pts) and CJ McCollum (19 pts on 7-for-9 FGA, 4 3PM).
The Hawks have won the last five games over the Magic, dating back to the 2024-25 season. Can Orlando scratch one out tonight?
9:18 p.m. ET / OCT 21
It’s lit in Washington
Wizards 105, Bucks 98 | 4Q, 8:13
Julian Champagnie just crashed to the rim for a transition layup, giving the Wizards a little wiggle room late and firing up the crowd at the Capital One Arena.
“It’s rocking in here right now,” said Monumental Sports’ John Wall.
Anthony Davis (30 pts, 11 reb) and Trae Young (17 pts, 11 ast, 2 stl) have it working for their new squad.
“It’s just different, Chris,” said Monumental Sports’ Drew Gooden. “This is different.”
9:13 p.m. ET / OCT 21
LaMelo lets it fly
Timberwolves 78, Heat 70 | 3Q, 7:46
The shifty guard out of Chino Hills is always a threat to step back and finid the range.
Then, Anthony Edwards shakes former Timberwolf Andrew Wiggins to knock down a 3-pointer, jawing with the crowd in this competitive matchup.
9:04 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Brown Jr. in the books
Hornets 62, Nets 60 | 3Q, 8:49
The No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft out of Louisville stretches to the rim for the finish to open his NBA career.
8:52 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Superstars dueling on ESPN
Timberwolves 69, Heat 59 | HT
A fun battle between two of the league’s best.
8:48 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A tip-off for Tyrese
Pelicans 41, Pacers 38 | 2Q, 8:12
Tyrese Haliburton (7 pts, 3 ast) is back to work his magic for the Indiana Pacers, showing off his skill against the Pelicans.
8:43 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Beware of Paolo
Hawks 81, Magic 72 | 3Q, 7:41
Paolo Banchero (23 pts on 6-for-7 FGA) is our top scorer of the evening so far, getting in his bag against the Hawks.
We last saw Banchero dropping 38 points in a valiant effort against the Detroit Pistons in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference First Round. The Duke product is vying to become an elite scorer in this league.
8:39 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A tribute for Stacey King
Heartfelt and real.
8:33 p.m. ET / OCT 21
The first for Peterson
Jazz 21, Grizzlies 17 | 1Q, 3:42
No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson demonstrates the deft touch with his first bucket of his NBA career.
8:26 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Our top two slams of the night
Brandon Miller delivers an 84.4 on the Dunk Score scale; Onyeka Okongwu a 71.9.
8:24 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Giannis on the attack
Timberwolves 42, Heat 39 | 2Q, 8:07
Giannis Antetokounmpo (19 pts in 12 minutes) is going off in front of his new home crowd, including shaking and baking Rudy Gobert with a hesitation dribble for a layup.
“That’s just a nightmare for Rudy Gobert,” said ESPN’s Tim Legler.
8:10 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Klay raining in Miami
Timberwolves 34, Heat 30 | 1Q, 0:51
The legendary shooter becomes the fourth player in NBA history to make 2,900 3-pointers with this make from the corner. He’s chasing Heat legend Ray Allen (2,973).
8:05 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
Kawhi looks relaxed in his return to Toronto
Raptors 21, Bulls 10 | 1Q, 3:57
No braids, silky touch — Kawhi Leonard’s in his element at Scotiabank Arena.
8:00 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
LaMelo is balling for Minnesota
Timberwolves 29, Heat 21 | 1Q, 3:41
LaMelo drilled a 3-pointer from the logo to open his account for the Timberwolves. Classic from the one-time All-Star.
7:50 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
Giannis on the board
Timberwolves 17, Heat 17 | 1Q, 7:08
The Greek Freak pulls up smoothly for his first bucket in South Beach, as the first game of our ESPN doubleheader gets underway.
7:32 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
‘M-V-P’ chants for Davis
Wizards 22, Bucks 18 | 1Q, 3:40
“Listen to the crowd, the ovation for one Anthony Davis,” said Chris Miller, as AD (10 pts, 6 reb, 1 stl) took a rest.
Davis has looked energized by his new home fans, as well as his springy young teammates.
Kyshawn George (7 pts) threw down a dunk in transition earlier in the period, beating the Bucks down floor to catch a go-ahead feed from Trae Young (3 ast).
7:22 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
AD shining in his new threads
Wizards 16, Bucks 13 | 1Q, 5:31
Anthony Davis (7 pts, 3 reb) is off to a quick start for Washington, crashing the glass a moment ago to tip in a missed Trae Young floater, then knocking down a 3-pointer.
The 10-time NBA All-Star is one of the best players to suit up for the Wizards in recent memory. It’s a fun night in Capital One Arena.
7:10 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
Wizards hit the floor in the district
Trae Young, Anthony Davis and the new-look Wizards are making their entrance, ready to take on Tyler Herro and the Milwaukee Bucks,
We’ll see if this revitalized squad can gel — I’m excited to watch Trae Young and Anthony Davis run the pick-and-roll.
6:40 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
The stars resume their orbits
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyrie Irving and Kawhi Leonard are on the hardwood, ready to start a new season.
6:30 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
A top-notch draft matchup
These two last met in the 2026 NBA Summer League, where Peterson (25 pts, 12 ast, 3 3PM, 2 stl) led the Jazz over Boozer (18 pts, 7 reb, 4 ast) and the Grizzlies 109-100.
What’s in store tonight?
5:45 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
The guards are styling
Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Trae Young and Tyrese Haliburton are making their season debuts tonight.
4:23 PM / OCT. 21
1 storyline to follow for every team
With 22 teams in action tonight, NBA.com’s Shaun Powell writes that “every team has a reason to believe something special could be ahead.”
12:05 PM / OCT. 21
NBA games tonight
The second night of the regular season brings 11 matchups and plenty of storylines. The action starts at 7 p.m ET!
Follow along for updates throughout the night.
What we know about Wednesday’s NBA action:
Anthony Davis (34 pts, 12 reb) and Trae Young (20 pts, 13 ast) got the Wizards rolling with a 128-116 win over the Bucks.
Anthony Edwards (45 pts) became the third player to score 40+ in multiple season openers, joining Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain, as he led the Timberwolves over the Heat and Giannis Antetokounmpo (35 pts) 131-106.
Steph Curry and the Warriors are opening their 2026-27 campaign vs. Luka Dončić and the Lakers on ESPN.
10:42 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Pacers push past Pelicans
Pacers 123, Pelicans 120 | FT
Pascal Siakam: 30 pts, 8 reb | Tyrese Haliburton: 23 pts, 12 ast | Dejounte Murray: 23 pts, 7 ast
Tyrese Haliburton had a skip in his step as he returned to action Wednesday night, helping the Pacers defeat a game Pelicans squad on the road in New Orleans.
New Orleans had multiple chances to tie the game with a 3-pointer on the last two possessions, but were unable to convert.
Zion Williamson (22 pts, 3 stl) grabbed an offensive rebound off the first miss from Jeremiah Fears, bringing the Pelicans fans to their feet, but dribbled out and missed one of his own short.
Trey Murphy III launched a desperation full-court attempt at the buzzer, but it was just wide.
Indiana had 64 points in the paint in the win, aided by new center Ivica Zubac (16 pts, 14 reb).
10:32 p.m. ET / OCT 21
The new Blazers backcourt
Blazers 28, Suns 6 | 1Q, 3:31
That’s 19,379 points for Damian Lillard in a Portland uniform — most all-time — as the Blazers race out to a commanding early lead.
Ja Morant is writing a new legacy in Rip City.
10:25 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Pacers-Pelicans going down to the wire
Pacers 112, Pelicans 111 | 4Q, 3:26
We’re going back-and-forth on the odd number in New Orleans, as Dejounte Murray (23 pts) and Pascal Siakam (28 pts) trade baskets.
Catch the finish on League Pass!
10:18 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Edwards, Antetokounmpo make history in season opener
Timberwolves 131, Heat 106 | FT
Anthony Edwards: 45 pts, 9 3PM | Giannis Antetokounmpo: 35 pts | LaMelo Ball: 21 pts, 6 ast, 5 3PM
The superstars came out to play in South Beach to open the season.
Anthony Edwards joined Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain as the only three players to score 40+ points in multiple season openers, leading the Timberwolves over the Heat.
Giannis Antetokounmpo was game on the other end, breaking LeBron James’ record for points in a debut with Miami.
10:09 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Curry from Reseda
Warriors-Lakers is underway on ESPN.
9:59 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Ant on parade
Timberwolves 114, Heat 90 | 4Q, 5:43
Anthony Edwards (40 pts on 15-for-26 FGA, 8 3PM) has made ESPN’s opening contest of the 2026-27 NBA season his own, dominating Miami en route to a historic performance.
9:56 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A little Luka Magic
Never gets old.
9:43 p.m. ET / OCT 21
‘Putting on a show for the district’
Wizards 128, Bucks 116 | FT
Anthony Davis: 34 pts, 12 reb, 4 ast | Trae Young: 20 pts, 13 ast | Tyler Herro: 24 pts, 4 3PM
The Wizards took control late to dispatch the Bucks, earning their first win of their season in front of an excited crowd at Capital One Arena.
Washington posted 28 assists on 45 field goals to 11 turnovers, paced by Trae Young and Anthony Davis.
“We got the win,” said Davis. “Feels good!”
“This is what Wizards’ basketball looks like moving forward. Multiple ball-handlers; everyone on the floor can score,” said Monumental Sports’ Chris Miller. “The more you can do, the better.”
9:33 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Ant with a flamethrower
Timberwolves 96, Heat 81 | 3Q, 1:23
Anthony Edwards is making a statement in Miami to start the campaign.
9:31 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Bilal!
Wizards 124, Bucks 111 | 4Q, 1:42
Bilal Coulibaly (11 pts, 3 stl) just threw down a ridiculous tip-in slam for the Wizards, coming in from the left wing to throw it down with the right hand.
One more highlight on a celebratory night in D.C.
9:24 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Hawks-Magic going down to the wire
Magic 109, Hawks 108 | 4Q, 8:07
It’s been a barn-burner between these two division rivals, as Paolo Banchero (31 pts on 8-for-9 FGA, 12-for-16 FTA) exerts his will offensively.
Atlanta has five scorers in double-figures, led by Nickeil Alexander-Walker (20 pts) and CJ McCollum (19 pts on 7-for-9 FGA, 4 3PM).
The Hawks have won the last five games over the Magic, dating back to the 2024-25 season. Can Orlando scratch one out tonight?
9:18 p.m. ET / OCT 21
It’s lit in Washington
Wizards 105, Bucks 98 | 4Q, 8:13
Julian Champagnie just crashed to the rim for a transition layup, giving the Wizards a little wiggle room late and firing up the crowd at the Capital One Arena.
“It’s rocking in here right now,” said Monumental Sports’ John Wall.
Anthony Davis (30 pts, 11 reb) and Trae Young (17 pts, 11 ast, 2 stl) have it working for their new squad.
“It’s just different, Chris,” said Monumental Sports’ Drew Gooden. “This is different.”
9:13 p.m. ET / OCT 21
LaMelo lets it fly
Timberwolves 78, Heat 70 | 3Q, 7:46
The shifty guard out of Chino Hills is always a threat to step back and finid the range.
Then, Anthony Edwards shakes former Timberwolf Andrew Wiggins to knock down a 3-pointer, jawing with the crowd in this competitive matchup.
9:04 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Brown Jr. in the books
Hornets 62, Nets 60 | 3Q, 8:49
The No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft out of Louisville stretches to the rim for the finish to open his NBA career.
8:52 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Superstars dueling on ESPN
Timberwolves 69, Heat 59 | HT
A fun battle between two of the league’s best.
8:48 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A tip-off for Tyrese
Pelicans 41, Pacers 38 | 2Q, 8:12
Tyrese Haliburton (7 pts, 3 ast) is back to work his magic for the Indiana Pacers, showing off his skill against the Pelicans.
8:43 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Beware of Paolo
Hawks 81, Magic 72 | 3Q, 7:41
Paolo Banchero (23 pts on 6-for-7 FGA) is our top scorer of the evening so far, getting in his bag against the Hawks.
We last saw Banchero dropping 38 points in a valiant effort against the Detroit Pistons in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference First Round. The Duke product is vying to become an elite scorer in this league.
8:39 p.m. ET / OCT 21
A tribute for Stacey King
Heartfelt and real.
8:33 p.m. ET / OCT 21
The first for Peterson
Jazz 21, Grizzlies 17 | 1Q, 3:42
No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson demonstrates the deft touch with his first bucket of his NBA career.
8:26 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Our top two slams of the night
Brandon Miller delivers an 84.4 on the Dunk Score scale; Onyeka Okongwu a 71.9.
8:24 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Giannis on the attack
Timberwolves 42, Heat 39 | 2Q, 8:07
Giannis Antetokounmpo (19 pts in 12 minutes) is going off in front of his new home crowd, including shaking and baking Rudy Gobert with a hesitation dribble for a layup.
“That’s just a nightmare for Rudy Gobert,” said ESPN’s Tim Legler.
8:10 p.m. ET / OCT 21
Klay raining in Miami
Timberwolves 34, Heat 30 | 1Q, 0:51
The legendary shooter becomes the fourth player in NBA history to make 2,900 3-pointers with this make from the corner. He’s chasing Heat legend Ray Allen (2,973).
8:05 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
Kawhi looks relaxed in his return to Toronto
Raptors 21, Bulls 10 | 1Q, 3:57
No braids, silky touch — Kawhi Leonard’s in his element at Scotiabank Arena.
8:00 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
LaMelo is balling for Minnesota
Timberwolves 29, Heat 21 | 1Q, 3:41
LaMelo drilled a 3-pointer from the logo to open his account for the Timberwolves. Classic from the one-time All-Star.
7:50 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
Giannis on the board
Timberwolves 17, Heat 17 | 1Q, 7:08
The Greek Freak pulls up smoothly for his first bucket in South Beach, as the first game of our ESPN doubleheader gets underway.
7:32 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
‘M-V-P’ chants for Davis
Wizards 22, Bucks 18 | 1Q, 3:40
“Listen to the crowd, the ovation for one Anthony Davis,” said Chris Miller, as AD (10 pts, 6 reb, 1 stl) took a rest.
Davis has looked energized by his new home fans, as well as his springy young teammates.
Kyshawn George (7 pts) threw down a dunk in transition earlier in the period, beating the Bucks down floor to catch a go-ahead feed from Trae Young (3 ast).
7:22 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
AD shining in his new threads
Wizards 16, Bucks 13 | 1Q, 5:31
Anthony Davis (7 pts, 3 reb) is off to a quick start for Washington, crashing the glass a moment ago to tip in a missed Trae Young floater, then knocking down a 3-pointer.
The 10-time NBA All-Star is one of the best players to suit up for the Wizards in recent memory. It’s a fun night in Capital One Arena.
7:10 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
Wizards hit the floor in the district
Trae Young, Anthony Davis and the new-look Wizards are making their entrance, ready to take on Tyler Herro and the Milwaukee Bucks,
We’ll see if this revitalized squad can gel — I’m excited to watch Trae Young and Anthony Davis run the pick-and-roll.
6:40 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
The stars resume their orbits
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyrie Irving and Kawhi Leonard are on the hardwood, ready to start a new season.
6:30 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
A top-notch draft matchup
These two last met in the 2026 NBA Summer League, where Peterson (25 pts, 12 ast, 3 3PM, 2 stl) led the Jazz over Boozer (18 pts, 7 reb, 4 ast) and the Grizzlies 109-100.
What’s in store tonight?
5:45 p.m. ET / OCT. 21
The guards are styling
Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Trae Young and Tyrese Haliburton are making their season debuts tonight.
4:23 PM / OCT. 21
1 storyline to follow for every team
With 22 teams in action tonight, NBA.com’s Shaun Powell writes that “every team has a reason to believe something special could be ahead.”
12:05 PM / OCT. 21
NBA games tonight
The second night of the regular season brings 11 matchups and plenty of storylines. The action starts at 7 p.m ET!
