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\"Shai<\/p>\n

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder defeated the Clippers in the second half of our \u2018NBA Coast 2 Coast Tuesday\u2019 doubleheader on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n

Enjoy the best of\u00a0Tuesday\u2019s six-game slate<\/a> with the NBA.com live blog, featuring all of the meaningful moments, performances, observations, news, notes and highlights from around the league.<\/p>\n

What we know about Tuesday night\u2019s games:<\/p>\n

The Hawks took off with the first game of our \u2018NBA Coast 2 Coast\u2019 doubleheader, defeating the Magic 127-112<\/a>.
\nThe Thunder earned an Oklahoma City-era record 8-0 start by defeating the Clippers 126-107<\/a> in the nightcap.
\nShai Gilgeous-Alexander (30 pts), facing his former team, passed Oscar Robertson with 80 straight 20+ point games, achieving the third-longest such streak all-time.
\nThe Bulls came back from 24 down to defeat Philly 113-111<\/a> \u2014 their largest comeback since 2021. Chicago is now 6-1.
\nLed by Stephen Curry\u2019s 28 points, the Warriors defeated the Suns 118-107<\/a>, overcoming 38 points from Devin Booker.<\/p>\n

1:49 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

End the night with Stacey King<\/p>\n

\u201cBig time players make big time plays,\u201d said the longtime Bulls color commentator as Chicago wrapped up a win following Nikola Vu\u010devi\u0107\u2019s clutch 3-pointer. \u201cBulls nation, they\u2019re for real!\u201d<\/p>\n

Chicago announcer goes WILD after @NikolaVucevic<\/a>‘s game-winner tonight for the Bulls \ud83d\udd0a\ud83d\udc42<\/p>\n

“THE CARDIAC BULLS DO IT AGAIN.” pic.twitter.com\/VtSgeCRRbP<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

1:33 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

Oklahoma City rolls to victory<\/p>\n

Those fourth quarter 3s \ud83c\udfaf pic.twitter.com\/0aHz8kYPEz<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

The Thunder earned a 126-107 victory over the LA Clippers in the second half of our \u2018NBA Coast 2 Coast Tuesday\u2019 doubleheader.<\/p>\n

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30 pts, 12 ast) passed Oscar Robertson for the third-longest streak of 20+ point games.<\/p>\n

\u201cI just put in the work. I take care of my body. I get enough rest, and I do it all over again,\u201d Gilgeous-Alexander said after the win. \u201cI found a formula that works for me, and I try to hammer it home.\u201d<\/p>\n

Isaiah Joe added 22 points in the win.<\/p>\n

OKC dominated with 50 points in the paint, outdoing the 30 amassed by the Clippers, and knocked 47.4 percent of their 3-point attempts.<\/p>\n

The Thunder set an Oklahoma City-era record by moving to 8-0 with the win.<\/p>\n

The 1982-83 Seattle SuperSonics, coached by Lenny Wilkens and led by All-Stars Gus Johnson, Jack Sikma and David Thompson, opened the season 12-0.<\/p>\n

1:23 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

Oh my, OKC<\/p>\n

The Thunder are rolling in LA, opening up a 117-95 lead with 5:12 to play,<\/p>\n

They make it look too easy \ud83d\ude42\u200d\u2195\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/eQo4k6xf1o<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

1:08 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

Thunder open up a 15-point lead<\/p>\n

OKC\u2019s up 101-86 with 9:50 to go in the fourth quarter after a 17-0 run. Can the Clippers find a response?<\/p>\n

We know this @ChetHolmgren<\/a> fadeaway hit you like 3 espressos \u2615\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/ztIxLqkYTB<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

12:50 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

Dunn delivers on defense<\/p>\n

Kris Dunn and the Clippers are battling it out with the Thunder \u2014 we\u2019re tied at 75 with 4:10 to go in the third. It\u2019s been a back-and-forth battle since the first quarter. Who will take the win?<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd12 WELCOME TO THE DUNNGEON \ud83d\udd12 pic.twitter.com\/yDWtwgEPbQ<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

12:41 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

A good night in the Bay<\/p>\n

A 118-107 victory for Golden State tonight, led by 28 points from Stephen Curry and 24 from Moses Moody.<\/p>\n

DUBS WIN pic.twitter.com\/j4YxiO02Gn<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Golden State Warriors (@warriors) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

Devin Booker had 38 for Phoenix in the loss.<\/p>\n

12:22 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

Kuminga rises up<\/p>\n

Warriors up 11 with 2:48 to go. Jonathan Kuminga contributed with this high-flying alley-oop jam.<\/p>\n

Up
Up
Up https:\/\/t.co\/Hn1BxKHgj4<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/C37PSqswId<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Golden State Warriors (@warriors) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

12:17 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

Harden stays on a heater<\/p>\n

The Clippers are up 57-56 at the half of the second half of our \u2018Coast 2 Coast Tuesday\u2019 doubleheader on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n

James Harden\u2019s been the story of the first half, putting up 22 points, while John Collins has 15.<\/p>\n

Watch on NBC & Peacock: https:\/\/t.co\/2Zhh4UNOX8<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has 12 points as he seeks his 80th consecutive 20+ point game.<\/p>\n

12:02 AM \/ NOVEMBER 5, 2025<\/p>\n

Giddey\u2019s got game<\/p>\n

Josh Giddey becomes the 2nd player in @chicagobulls<\/a> franchise history to record back-to-back triple-doubles!<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd34 29 PTS
\ud83d\udd34 15 REB
\ud83d\udd34 12 AST<\/p>\n

The other? Michael Jordan. <\/p>\n

The Bulls move to 6-1 on the season \ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/029KPottea<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

Rarified air for Josh. He\u2019s feeling the vibes \u2014 and wants to tell the world.<\/p>\n

A message from Josh Giddey pic.twitter.com\/022pSQFm9U<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

11:59 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Warriors lead entering the fourth quarter<\/p>\n

Golden State\u2019s up 92-83 with one period to go in Phoenix.<\/p>\n

Steph\u2019s out here hitting majestic floaters.<\/p>\n

Art. https:\/\/t.co\/oeQp5HIKpr<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/u9AqxtLbp5<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Golden State Warriors (@warriors) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

11:55 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Thunder cut into LA\u2019s lead<\/p>\n

Oklahoma City\u2019s out and running on NBC and Peacock, cutting the Clippers\u2019 lead to six with 8:33 to go in the second quarter.<\/p>\n

Run that 6-0 run back \ud83c\udfa5 pic.twitter.com\/jkW4vGSta1<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

11:48 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Suns grinding their way back<\/p>\n

The Suns have cut the Warriors\u2019 lead to 10 behind Devin Booker (32 pts on 18 FGA), who\u2019s been a scoring force for Phoenix all season.<\/p>\n

Book with his SIXTH 30+ point game of the season \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n

The most in franchise history through the first 8 games of a season! pic.twitter.com\/b2vWgqE94R<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Phoenix Suns (@Suns) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

11:41 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Clippers in control after one<\/p>\n

“11-TIME ALL-STAR DOIN’ IT” \ud83d\udde3\ufe0f @NBAonNBC<\/a> <\/p>\n

James Harden for 3! He’s got 17PTS in the first! pic.twitter.com\/4r3HrQhFY1<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

It\u2019s 33-23 Clippers after one, as James Harden came out on fire for LA. He has 17 points on 5-of-8 shooting, including four 3-pointers.<\/p>\n

11:25 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Vintage Golden State<\/p>\n

Stephen Curry has 17 points in the third quarter as the Warriors maintain a double-digit lead over the Suns.<\/p>\n

Check the classic Warriors\u2019 ball movement for the Steph triple.<\/p>\n

The ball movement
& Stephen from beyond the arc<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcfa @NBCSAuthentic<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/xlQpcyt8TT<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Golden State Warriors (@warriors) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

11:23 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Harden comes out firing<\/p>\n

James Harden has 12 points in the first three minutes of our nightcap on NBA and Peacock, including this four-point play.<\/p>\n

AND-ONE! JAMES HARDEN FOUR-POINT PLAY! pic.twitter.com\/xvPQGU3NeA<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

11:05 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

About to tip off in LA<\/p>\n

Thunder! Clippers! Shai Gilgeous-Alexander goes for history against his former team!<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a marquee matchup on NBC and Peacock, tipping off momentarily.<\/p>\n

SGA (33.6 PPG) gets loose in LA \ud83c\udfaf<\/p>\n

Thunder seeking their best start in the franchise’s OKC era!<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc0 OKC\/LAC at 8pm\/pt on NBC & Peacock
\ud83d\udcfa Check your local listings pic.twitter.com\/bceTMRUVIq<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

10:47 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Warriors rolling in Phoenix<\/p>\n

It\u2019s 45-27 Golden State with just over eight minutes to go in the second.<\/p>\n

Check the slow-mo look at this alley-oop from Buddy Hield to Trayce Jackson-Davis.<\/p>\n

Trayce Jackson-Davis in the paint > pic.twitter.com\/0JTIfNA0Q6<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Golden State Warriors (@warriors) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

10:30 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Bulls rally to win<\/p>\n

In a game Philly led by 24, Chicago came back to take it 113-111.<\/p>\n

Josh Giddey (29 pts, 15 reb, 12 ast) was huge for the Bulls, while Nikola Vu\u010devi\u0107 (19 pts, 10 reb) added a double-double.<\/p>\n

Tyrese Maxey had 39 points for the 76ers, including six 3-pointers.<\/p>\n

MONSTER VOOCH SHOT! @CHSN__<\/a> | @NikolaVucevic<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/qGkRYYu5Tz<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

The Bulls just pulled off their biggest upset in FOUR YEARS \ud83d\ude33<\/p>\n

24-point comeback tonight pic.twitter.com\/8BEUucPgJc<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Bulls on CHSN (@CHSN_Bulls) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

10:25 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Pelicans-Hornets is down to the wire<\/p>\n

113-112 Pelicans with 15.4 seconds to go. Check it out on League Pass<\/a>!<\/p>\n

10:19 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Chicago has the momentum<\/p>\n

JOSH GIDDEY WITH THE FLOATER.<\/p>\n

CHICAGO PULLS WITHIN 1.<\/p>\n

WATCH: https:\/\/t.co\/ZZlfF8v0mn<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/7b8QRWjc4I<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

10:04 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Bulls back in it<\/p>\n

106-98 Philadelphia with 7:21 to go in the fourth quarter. Josh Giddey\u2019s rallying the Bulls and making some triple-double history along the way.<\/p>\n

Josh Giddey triple-double alert!<\/p>\n

He passes Scottie Pippen (6) for second-most 20-point triple-doubles in Bulls franchise history \ud83d\udea8 pic.twitter.com\/SLGXOuGMXB<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

9:51 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Raptors running away with it<\/p>\n

Check the ball movement here.<\/p>\n

On a night where Sandy Brondello was named the coach of the Toronto Tempo, the Raptors have the rock hopping with pace.<\/p>\n

Sharing is caring \ud83e\udd1d<\/p>\n

Beautiful ball movement on this Mamu 3! pic.twitter.com\/jAdkF3rfxv<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

9:40 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Hornets swarm, fly on the break<\/p>\n

Miles Bridges and Collin Sexton combined to get the Hornets an easy two on the break here.<\/p>\n

82-76 Hornets with 3:49 to go in the third.<\/p>\n

on both ends#HiveMentality<\/a> | @MilesBridges<\/a> x @CollinSexton02<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/4Z63RapeEP<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

9:39 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Bulls rallying, but Philly holds lead<\/p>\n

89-77 Philly with 3:52 to go in the third quarter.<\/p>\n

Joel Embiid has 20 points, including a little vintage mid-range action.<\/p>\n

vintage Biid. he’s up to 16 points! pic.twitter.com\/JPkHftS0AL<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

9:16 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Hornets and Pelicans in a close one<\/p>\n

61-59 New Orleans at the half.<\/p>\n

Ryan Kalkbrenner, rookie out of Creighton, barred the way at the rim here.<\/p>\n

denied by kalkbrenner \u274c#HiveMentality<\/a> | @RyanKalkbrenner<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/yktCe7NOFX<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

But Jeremiah Fears, rookie out of Oklahoma, found his way to the rack for the slick finish earlier.<\/p>\n

Jeremiah Fears can hoop pic.twitter.com\/aLJz5aupcy<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

9:11 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Magic are climbing back into it on NBC and Peacock<\/p>\n

Despite the soft touch of Kristaps Porzi\u0146\u0123is.<\/p>\n

Kristaps Porzi\u0146\u0123is one-legged fallaway\u2026 plus the foul!<\/p>\n

Hawks in control in the 2Q at home \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc0 ORL\/ATL on NBC & Peacock
\ud83d\udcfa Check your local listings
\ud83d\udcf2 https:\/\/t.co\/GX0CnGqZGD<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/KgOWUDC22Y<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

After Atlanta opened up an 18-point lead early, the Magic have responded, with Paolo Banchero attacking the rim to draw fouls and Desmond Bane getting loose.<\/p>\n

54-47 Atlanta with 3:07 to go in the second.<\/p>\n

8:59 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Do not let Maxey get space<\/p>\n

Tyrese Maxey only needed a breath of fresh air to get loose for this three.<\/p>\n

65-48 Sixers with 3:35 to go in the second quarter.<\/p>\n

4-POINT PLAY, 20 PTS AND COUNTING! https:\/\/t.co\/9MmrCIUqyo<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/JSgfX9MITF<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

8:50 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Karlo again?!<\/p>\n

Beware of Karlo Matkovi\u0107, rim protectors of the world.<\/p>\n

THIS MAN KARLO IS ON ONE \ud83d\udd28\ud83d\udd28\ud83d\udd28 pic.twitter.com\/lqHA0sGOMQ<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

Also, a casual long-range alley-oop.<\/p>\n

Jose Alvarado has the vision; Trey Murphy III can soar. A nice combination in New Orleans.<\/p>\n

lob it up to Trigga \ud83d\ude24 pic.twitter.com\/X01yjY5sM1<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

47-37 Pelicans with 7:01 to go in the second quarter.<\/p>\n

8:42 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

The Raptors\u2019 ball movement is mesmerizing<\/p>\n

73-54 Toronto at the break. RJ Barrett (15 points) leads the Raptors in scoring, who have raced out to 19 fast-break points so far tonight against Milwaukee, who\u2019s on a back-to-back.<\/p>\n

Right on cue \ud83d\ude24 pic.twitter.com\/4aSU0PCSKL<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

8:27 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Maxey\u2019s firing from deep<\/p>\n

Feliz cumplea\u00f1os to Tyrese Maxey, who stands at second in the league in scoring. He\u2019s celebrating his 25th birthday with a quick start against the Bulls.<\/p>\n

.@TyreseMaxey<\/a> has four threes so far. <\/p>\n

and we’re still in the first quarter. \ud83e\udd2f https:\/\/t.co\/8tKje2yxME<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/EbGbYBvKxK<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

8:25 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Risacher has it rolling<\/p>\n

With Trae Young out, Zaccharie\u2019s been the man for Atlanta so far tonight.<\/p>\n

17-12 Hawks with 6:01 to go in the first on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n

Zaccharie Risacher: moving without the basketball!<\/p>\n

He’s got 11 first quarter points for Atlanta \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc0 ORL\/ATL on NBC & Peacock
\ud83d\udcfa Check your local listings
\ud83d\udcf2 https:\/\/t.co\/GX0CnGqZGD<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/2TPEOVYJ0k<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

8:22 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Karlo Krazies stand up<\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t know Karlo Matkovi\u0107, consider this your introduction.<\/p>\n

KARLO MATKOVIC. PUT THAT MAN ON A POSTER pic.twitter.com\/anVO1kJqGD<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

8:05 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Few carry more force<\/p>\n

Than Giannis Antetokounmpo. 31-28 Milwaukee with just over two minutes to go in the first in Toronto.<\/p>\n

GIANNIS THROUGH 2 DEFENDERS \ud83d\udcaa<\/p>\n

He’s got 7 points in 7 minutes!<\/p>\n

Watch on NBA League Pass: https:\/\/t.co\/13uhOUtORJ<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/glulWqMDyj<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NBA (@NBA) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

Sandro Mamukelashvili brought more than a little bit on this jam, though.<\/p>\n

That Shead-to-Mamu connection hits different \u26a1\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/bF7UJhoRoF<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) November 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

7:45 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

A look at Amen Thompson<\/p>\n

The Rockets are hyped about their do-it-all, hyper-athletic wing \u2014 for good reason.<\/p>\n

you know who he is, and it\u2019s only year 3 \ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/NwXSttqbcK<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) November 4, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

7:15 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

\u201cShe\u2019s back.\u201d<\/p>\n

The No. 45 jersey<\/a> is a nice touch. Bulls-76ers at 8 ET<\/a> on League Pass.<\/p>\n

Sheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee’s BACK \ud83d\udd34\ud83d\udc3c<\/p>\n

Iconic unicycle performer Red Panda returns to the NBA halftime floor tonight in Chicago! pic.twitter.com\/bHg7LwPVpS<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) November 4, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

6:15 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Spotlight: Ryan Rollins
\n\"\"<\/p>\n

Ryan Rollins has stepped into the starting lineup has given the Bucks a spark in the early season.<\/p>\n

After Damian Lillard was traded in the offseason and Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) went down in the opening game of the season, Ryan Rollins (17.0 ppg, 5.7 ast) was thrust into the spotlight.<\/p>\n

He\u2019s been a star in his role so far, providing lightning-quick drives into the lane (9.3 drives per game, second behind Giannis Antetokounmpo), reliable 3-point shooting (41.2 percent) and strong point-of-attack defense.<\/p>\n

Rollins has a strong motor, along with a space-eating wingspan of 6-foot-10.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe\u2019s just tough,\u201d Doc Rivers said after Rollins dropped a career-high 32 points against the Golden State Warriors Saturday<\/a>. \u201cHe\u2019s a tough kid.\u201d<\/p>\n

He\u2019ll face Immanuel Quickly and the Raptors tonight on League Pass (7:30 ET<\/a>).<\/p>\n

5:45 PM \/ NOVEMBER 4, 2025<\/p>\n

Welcome to a six-game night in the NBA!
\n\"\"<\/p>\n

Paolo Banchero leads the Magic into Atlanta to face Jalen Johnson and the Hawks in the opening game of our \u2018NBA Coast 2 Coast\u2019 doubleheader.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s time for \u2018NBA Coast 2 Coast Tuesday\u2019 on Peacock tonight, with a doubleheader featuring Magic-Hawks and Thunder-Clippers!<\/p>\n

Orlando and Atlanta have ground their way to 3-4 starts in the early season, as they deal with shifting starting lineups and responsibilities after offseason changes.<\/p>\n

In Orlando, the Magic are seeking to find their scoring balance with new acquisition Desmond Bane, who\u2019s down to 14.6 ppg so far this season. Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero have also seen their scoring averages slip \u2014 but Paolo isn\u2019t worried.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou didn\u2019t want to start the season as we did, but at the same time, it\u2019s really early so you can\u2019t overreact,\u201d Banchero said. \u201cYou can\u2019t start going away from each other and everyone start pointing fingers. It\u2019s too early. And we\u2019ve got guys that have been in the league long enough to know that this is a very long season.\u201d<\/p>\n

Atlanta is abiding without star point guard Trae Young, who went down with an MCL sprain on Oct. 29. Nickeil Alexander-Walker has filled in over the last two games, which Atlanta split, while dropping 21 and 16 points.<\/p>\n

Keep an eye on power forward Jalen Johnson, who seems back to his old self after missing 46 games last season. He\u2019s averaging 21.2 ppg, 9.0 reb and 5.0 ast, and has turned it up without Trae, averaging 22.5 ppg and 13 rebounds.<\/p>\n

Banchero and Johnson ought to be worth the price of admission tonight. Which Duke alum will show out?<\/p>\n

The Thunder are seeking to set an Oklahoma City-era record by getting to 8-0 tonight, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander seeks to continue a historic run for scoring consistency.<\/p>\n

SGA could put up his 80th consecutive game with 20+ points tonight, passing Oscar Robertson (79) for the third-longest streak in NBA History.<\/p>\n

The Clippers were one shot away from a victory last night against the Heat. Can former Thunder stars James Harden and Chris Paul hand OKC their first loss of the season? Catch the action on Peacock to find out.<\/p>\n

Also, we\u2019ve got a matchup of 5-1 teams on League Pass, as the Bulls travel to Philadelphia to face the 76ers.<\/p>\n

Josh Giddey (22.2 ppg, 9.2 reb, 8.7 ast), Tyrese Maxey (33.7 ppg) and VJ Edgecombe (20.3 ppg, 5.0 reb, 5.0 ast, No. 1 on the latest Kia Rookie Ladder<\/a>) have been three of the most exciting players of the season so far this season. Who will win the backcourt battle tonight?<\/p>\n