Pelicans win in Dallas
New Orleans beat Dallas 101-97 in Dallas on Oct. 14. Jeremiah Fears led the Pelicans with 16 points and 5 assists, while Karlo Matković added 11. The Mavericks got 16 points from Tobi Lawal off the bench but could not overcome New Orleans’ balanced attack.
Source: Sports Illustrated
Pistons dominate Wolves
Detroit downed Minnesota 128-106 on Oct. 14. The Pistons got a big night from J. Duren, who scored 24 points on efficient shooting, and the team finished with 128 points as a balanced Detroit attack overpowered the Timberwolves on both ends.
Source: NBA.com
Anderson shines in debut
Charlotte’s rookie Christian Anderson scored 10 points in his first appearance as the Hornets fell 114-93 at Boston on Oct. 14. Anderson hit multiple threes early and finished 4-of-8 from the floor; teammate Tidjane Salaün added 16 in a promising showing.
Source: Sports Illustrated
Spurs’ three-guard click
San Antonio’s new guard trio of De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper found a rhythm in a 123-103 win over Phoenix on Oct. 14. Wembanyama led the Spurs with 19 points and four blocks while Castle’s 14-of-15 free throws and 18 points were key in the first-half surge.
Source: Sports Illustrated
Haliburton’s strong return
Tyrese Haliburton returned to OKC and made a statement: on Oct. 13–14 he poured in 24 points on 9-of-14 shooting (4-of-6 from three) in just 18 minutes, adding three rebounds, three assists and two blocks. The showing highlighted his recovery and immediate offensive impact.
Source: Sports Illustrated
Celtics lock Pritchard
Boston agreed to a two-year, $44.2 million extension with guard Payton Pritchard, a deal reported Oct. 13–14. The contract keeps Pritchard in Boston while rewarding his increased role; outlets note it includes a mutual option and reflects the Celtics’ desire to keep key role players.
Source: NBC Sports