The Boston Celtics added another victory to their season record by defeating the Charlotte Hornets 124-109 on the road, bringing their record to 5-1. Led by standout performances from Jayson Tatum, who posted 32 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and Jaylen Brown with 25 points, Boston controlled the game, bouncing back after an overtime loss to the Indiana Pacers. Despite strong three-point shooting from Charlotte (19-for-48), the Hornets were unable to keep pace, though LaMelo Ball put up an impressive 31 points, supported by Tre Mann with 23 points.
Cavaliers Remain Undefeated with Victory Over Magic
Cleveland Cavaliers maintained their unbeaten streak by overpowering the Orlando Magic 120-109, marking their sixth consecutive win and tying their best start since the 2016-2017 season. Darius Garland led the Cavaliers with 25 points, while Donovan Mitchell added 22 points to secure the win on home court. The Magic, facing a steep 22-point deficit in the third quarter, made some headway thanks to Jalen Suggs’ 28 points, but the absence of Paolo Banchero, out due to injury, left Orlando shorthanded.
LeBron’s Veteran Presence Lifts Lakers Over Raptors
LeBron James continues to prove his lasting impact, guiding the Los Angeles Lakers to a close 131-125 win against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. The 39-year-old NBA legend, set to turn 40 in December, contributed significantly with 27 points, six rebounds, and 10 assists, underscoring his continued dominance in the league.
