Another chapter will be written into the Anthony Edwards vs. Luka Dončić rivalry Friday.
Friday’s headlines:
Amazon Prime Video — the home of two marquee match-ups Friday. The Knicks beat the Celtics in a repeat of last year’s Eastern Conference Semi-Finals, while Luka Dončić pops for his biggest performance yet as a Laker.
Giannis Antetokounmpo continues dominating as the Bucks move to 2-0.
Victor Wembanyama and Zion Williamson exchange big plays in an overtime duel.
12:20 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
EASY 45
Coming off screens, bumping to all his spots, or canning pull-up threes, Luka Dončić has been doing some effortless bucket-getting in an overall masterful night featuring 45 points (13-20 FG), nine rebounds and seven assists.
Scoring or assisting on 63 of Los Angeles’ 119 points midway through the fourth, the Lakers’ offense is humming.
LUKA’S GOT 45 ON PRIME 🍿 🍿
OVER 8 MIN REMAINING…
WATCH LIVE: https://t.co/ceUUNclT7O pic.twitter.com/mNxRXReGyG
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
12:09 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Dynamic duos on display
Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle each have 26 points as the Timberwolves look to keep up with the Lakers. Los Angeles holds a 108-94 lead after three quarters, fueled by 38 points from Luka Dončić and 23 points from Austin Reaves.
Reaves is also up to 10 assists, catalyzing a 40-point third quarter for the Lakers — who enter the fourth with their largest lead of the night. Los Angeles has rained in 45.8% of 24 3PA thus far while only committing six turnovers.
Tune in live on Amazon Prime.
TIMBERWOLVES/LAKERS IS LIVE ON PRIME 🍿
WATCH HERE: https://t.co/ceUUNcllig https://t.co/sq7VtdyK0F
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
11:47 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
PRIME STEPHEN CURRY
Year 17 Curry is aging like fine wine.
After dropping 42 points in Thursday’s game against Denver, Curry is back at it bombing away Friday. More heroics will be needed is Golden State is to overcome Portland’s 101-85 advantage in the final minutes of the third quarter.
STEPH CURRY TAKEOVER IN PORTLAND.
30 POINTS & 7 TRIPLES… we are only in the 3Q! pic.twitter.com/SLQXZnGOkW
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
11:29 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Knicks crush Celtics on the boards, win by 10
Jalen Brunson delivered 31 points (10-20 FG, 8-9 FT), while a 26-point, 13-rebound double-double from Karl-Anthony Towns and 14 rebounds (six offensive rebounds) from Josh Hart fueled a 105-95 victory over the Celtics on Friday.
Jaylen Brown led Boston with 23 points (9-18 FG), but seven turnovers stands out as a damaging figure on a night when the Celtics only had 15 turnovers as a team. The Knicks capitalized better in that regard, notching 23 points off turnovers compared to Boston’s 16.
got the job done.
Jalen 31 PTS | 3 REB | 5 AST
KAT 26 PTS | 13 REB | 3 AST | 1 BLK | 1 STL
Mikal 12 PTS | 6 REB | 2 AST | 2 STL | 1 BLK
Deuce 10 PTS | 4 REB | 4 AST | 1 STL | 1 BLK
OG 10 PTS | 2 REB | 2 STL pic.twitter.com/7wtPPKbt9b
— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) October 25, 2025
11:14 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Dončić shining, Lakers winning at half
In just 17 minutes, Luka Dončić is up to 32 points (9-14 FG, 10-12 FT), propelling a 68-63 lead for the Lakers at the break. Anthony Edwards (15 points) and the Timberwolves have no plans to watch quietly, but the momentum has shifted entirely since Minnesota’s 11-point lead early in the contest.
Julie’s Randall has 14 points (5-9 FG), six rebounds and four assists. Austin Reaves is the only Laker besides Dončić with double-digit scoring, supplying 12 points (5-10 FG).
LUKA DOING LUKA THINGS 🤯
23 PTS & 4 3PM… IN THE 1Q ‼️
Watch MIN/LAL on Prime: https://t.co/ceUUNclT7O pic.twitter.com/ZEf2pUMlQ6
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
11:04 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Something in the Texas water👀👀
Kevin Durant is thriving in his home debut.
Cooper Flagg is stacking highlights.
Victor Wembanyama’s dominance continues evolving.
KD (35 PTS) IS ON FIRE IN HIS HOUSTON HOME DEBUT 🚀 pic.twitter.com/7Fj4AJfKGC
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
Cooper Flagg: spinning and slamming 😱😱
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📲 https://t.co/oHQM2Dw6uZ pic.twitter.com/BhMJ02hzE1
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
COOPER FLAGG TAKES OFF ✈️
Watch on NBA League Pass: https://t.co/oHQM2DwEkx pic.twitter.com/oDoIJ1fKwB
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
Victor Wembanyama tonight:
29 PTS
11 REB
9 BLK
Averaging 34.5 PPG, 13.0 RPG, 6.0 BPG; Spurs are 2-0.pic.twitter.com/Zc5R34d6dK
— Underdog NBA (@UnderdogNBA) October 25, 2025
10:57 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Chef Curry early👨🍳👨🍳
After raining in 16 first-quarter points, Stephen Curry is up to 22 points (8-13 FG, 5-9 3PM) with halftime approaching. Yet, Golden State trails Portland 61-53, with remarkable efficiency in the form of 15 points from Jerami Grant (3-3 FG, 7-8 FT) and 12 points from Denny Avdija (5-10 FG) fueling Portland’s lead.
16 1Q POINTS FOR STEPH CURRY 😮👏
Watch Warriors vs. Blazers: https://t.co/qMx8PrN8xB pic.twitter.com/ZVBnMMSJ9b
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
10:29 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Cleveland survives Brooklyn comeback
In a game that Cleveland led wire-to-wire with a biggest lead of 25 at one point, Brooklyn cut the deficit to one with 3:30 remaining in the fourth quarter.
Key events that follow include a Evan Mobley offensive rebound and dump off to Jarrett Allen, a Jarrett Allen strip of Nicolas Claxton into Donovan Mitchell free throws, and both sides running out of gas after a booming night.
Donovan Mitchell led all scorers with 35 points (10-15 FG, 9-12 FT), although he trailed tightly by Cam Thomas’s 33 points (12-23 FG) as well as 31 points from Michael Porter Jr. (13-22 FG).
Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill each tacked on 22 points for Cleveland. Second-year swingman Jaylon Tyson started and put forth a solid two-way effort while Darius Garland (toe) remains unavailable.
That’s a dub in Brooklyn. #LetEmKnow
📊 HIGHLIGHTS & STATS: https://t.co/pKujJloOm9 pic.twitter.com/kU1VMmAAXN
— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) October 25, 2025
EVAN MOBLEY. OH MY. 🤯@evanmobley | #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/M5CYpJ5O86
— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) October 25, 2025
10:00 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Dominant team effort for Miami
Eight players recorded double-digit scoring in a 146-114 route of Memphis. Miami’s efficiency was off-the-charts in a game they thoroughly controlled. Jaren Jackson Jr. finished with a team-high 19 points for Memphis.
9:34 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Trae Young seals the deal in Hawks win
In a tight game separated only by a big Orlando run in the second quarter, Atlanta responded with a 33-21 fourth quarter advantage to emerge with a 111-107 victory on the road.
Jalen Suggs (11 points, 4-5 FG) tied the game at 107 off a tough left-handed driving layout with under a minute remaining. Trae Young proceeded to respond immediately, drawing a foul on Wendell Carter Jr. and sinking both free throws.
Stifling defense and a key deflection by Dyson Daniels on Desmond Bane prevented Bane from getting a shot off, leading to low-percentage Paolo Banchero three-point miss on what was ultimately Orlando’s final possession.
Ice Trae iced the game with two more made free throws, as the Hawks earn the W on a night when both teams to 28% shooting from beyond the arc.
Young’s 25 points (7-18 FG, 10-12 FT) led Atlanta, while Franz Wagner’s 27 points (10-17 FG) represented the game-high scoring total. Orlando was plagued by 21 turnovers in the defeat.
Atlanta holds on for the 111-107 road win! https://t.co/EmDmebeB7S
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
9:15 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Knicks comfortable, Celtics scrapping
New York is growing a 82-61 lead over the Celtics in the final minutes of the third quarter. Jalen Brunson (19 points) and Karl-Anthony Towns (18 points) are starring in an impressive two-way effort by the Knicks.
deuce with the ball fake and threeeeee 🤌 pic.twitter.com/27ms9W9fSU
— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) October 25, 2025
Miles McBride’s three is part of the Knicks’ onslaught from deep, as the team is connected on 40% of 35 3PA thus far. Sam Hauser is keeping Boston’s hopes alive with impressive shooting of his own Friday, as his 15 points represent a team-high.
LOGO 3 FROM SAM HAUSER 👀
15 points & 5-7 from deep for Boston! pic.twitter.com/Hf2umTWb51
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
9:04 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Cleveland in control
Donovan Mitchell’s 14 points, five assists and three steals paired with Sam Merrill bombing away (15 points, 5-6 3PM) has helped to Cleveland build a 74-55 lead in the opening minutes of the third quarter.
Michael Porter Jr.’s 16 points (7-12 FG) leads Brooklyn’s scoring effort.
DON FIRST HALF HIGHLIGHTS. @spidadmitchell | #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/nakKCo2qxe
— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) October 25, 2025
8:42 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
New-look Heat doing damage
Bam Adebayo has come out the gates scorching hot Friday, raining in 4-of-5 3PA en route to 18 points early in the second quarter.
His four 3PM already match his career-high total after just 10 minutes of action!
Kel’el Ware started next to Adebayo in Miami’s frontcourt Friday after the duo didn’t play at all together in the season opener. Ware has 10 points (4-5 FG) to profile as the games second leading scorer.
BAM IS RED-HOT FROM DEEP 🔥
His 4 3PM matches his career-high for a single game… and it’s only been 1 quarter!
Watch on NBA League Pass: https://t.co/8eABRTKxYn pic.twitter.com/ZCH0L2DUVj
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
8:26 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
ZION WILLIAMSON OVER WEMBANYAMA. AND-1
Zion Williamson cleared for takeoff✈️✈️
The 25-year-old wasted no time, getting to the rim to kick off Friday’s game.
The Pelicans are in super small-ball mode, starting Trey Murphy, Saddiq Bey and Zion Williamson in the frontcourt. Yves Missi (ankle) and Kevon Looney (knee) are both unavailable.
nahhhh Zion this is crazy my goodness pic.twitter.com/QNoPnogDAi
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) October 25, 2025
8:22 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Franz Wagner cooking at the half♨️♨️
Wagner has 19 points (7-9 FG) to lead all scorers as Orlando holds a 61-51 lead over Atlanta at the break.
The Hawks counter with a balanced scoring effort thus far, as Trae Young and Jalen Johnson each have 10 points, followed closely by Nickeil Alexander-Walker (nine points, four assists)
Franz Wagner in the first half vs. ATL:
19 PTS
5 REB
2 AST
7-9 FG
2-2 3P pic.twitter.com/LsFNRfEFkQ
— Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) October 25, 2025
8:15 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
REVENGE GAME POSTER🚨🚨
Jarrett Allen puts the ball on the deck and throws it down versus his former team!
The 27-year-old carving through the Nets’ defense has helped Cleveland jump out to a 34-23 lead at the end of the first quarter.
Evan Mobley’s 11 points (4-5 FG) and four rebounds leads all players in both categories.
JARRETT. ALLEN. 😳
He’s got 6 PTS on 3-3 FGM so far in Brooklyn!
Watch on NBA League Pass: https://t.co/ukvTFbxNau pic.twitter.com/WYm0bJFuGW
— NBA (@NBA) October 25, 2025
8:08 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Raining KATs and 3s
Karl-Anthony Towns has three 3PM including this 4-point play opportunity as the Knicks and Celtics are in a tight duel late in the first quarter on Amazon Prime.
A subtle storyline for the Knicks this season could be Towns’ three-point volume, as the prolific shooting big dipped to just 4.7 attempts per game last season — representing his fewest since 2018 despite 35.0 minutes per game representing his highest total since 2017.
KAT triple.
KAT triple… plus the foul!
He’s got 9 of NYK’s first 13 points 👌
📺 Prime
📲 https://t.co/njgZwtALLi pic.twitter.com/avsX9STlvf
— NBA (@NBA) October 24, 2025
7:49 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Raptors respond
A 35-25 second quarter advantage fuels a 54-52 lead for Toronto at halftime. Brandon Ingram’s 14 points (5-10 FG) leads the scoring effort, while Immanuel Quickley has racked up seven points (3-8 FG), five rebounds, six assists and two steals.
In addition to good ball movement and transition opportunities, defense to offense has been the storyline for the Raptors. Stout perimeter pressure has helped force 12 Milwaukee turnovers at the midway point.
Giannis Antetokounmpo leads all scorers and is on pace for a monster double-double with 16 points and nine rebounds thus far.
Ball never hit the floor on this TOR fast break…
Raptors rolling on a 28-12 run vs. the Bucks 😳
Watch on NBA League Pass: https://t.co/10Dnb0Ycu1 pic.twitter.com/fnrlmNSQLp
— NBA (@NBA) October 24, 2025
Flex on ’em, Scottie 😤
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— NBA (@NBA) October 24, 2025
7:15 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Giannis Antetokounmpo getting going
When Antetokounmpo is in town it’s a bad night to be a rim. The 30-year-old led the league in dunks last season and shows no signs of slowing down.
The Bucks have opened up a 29-19 lead over the Raptors in the opening minute of the second quarter, with no other player exceeding seven points yet in the contest.
Giannis starting HOT in Toronto 🔥
12 of the Bucks’ first 16 PTS early in the 1Q!
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— NBA (@NBA) October 24, 2025
Giannis getting to the rim with ease. pic.twitter.com/zFtXQzwamX
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) October 24, 2025
4:40 PM / OCTOBER 24, 2025
Where to watch Celtics-Knicks and Timberwolves-Lakers?
Eastern Conference matchup between the Boston Celtics and the New York Kicks can be streamed via NBA on Prime Video, starting at 7:30pm ET. The action will follow when the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Los Angeles Lakers (10pm ET, NBA on Prime).
Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks and Jalen Brown from the Boston Celtics