Welcome back to another night of NBA action, and what a fantastic night it has the potential to be. There's nine games on the docket, including a number of contests between top teams in each conference.
We got things started with a buzzer beater by Evan Fournier to get the Magic past the Cavs, while James Harden outdueled Victor Oladipo to help the Rockets get their third straight win. Up next, the Thunder and Pelicans will square off in a battle between two Western Conference squads trying to push their way into the top of the conference.
Later on, the Celtics fell to the Nuggets in what turned out to be one of the best games of the night, while the Raptors once again got the best of a Western Conference opponent without Kawhi Leonard by beating the Jazz. If that wasn't enough, The Warriors also extended their hot streak by knocking off the upstart Grizzlies.
Here's everything you need to know about Monday night's games.
NBA Scores for Monday, Nov. 5
All times Eastern
- Magic 102, Cavaliers 100 (Box Score)
- Rockets 98, Pacers 94 (Box Score)
- Heat 120, Pistons 115 (Box Score) -- OT
- Bulls 116, Knicks 115 2OT (Box Score)
- Thunder 122, Pelicans 116 (Box Score) -- NBA TV
- Nuggets 115, Celtics 107 (Box Score)
- Raptors 124, Jazz 111 (Box Score)
- Clippers 120, Timberwolves 109 (Box Score)
- Warriors 117, Grizzlies 101 (Box Score) -- NBA TV
Fournier's buzzer-beater lifts Magic over Cavs
Evan Fournier is the latest player to hit a game-winning shot this season. With just 1.8 seconds to play, and the game tied up at 100-100, Fournier took the inbounds pass, pump-faked and drilled the jumper to give the Magic the win. He went just 5-of-15 from the field in the game, but made the one that counted.
Evan Fournier wins it for the @OrlandoMagic with the #TissotBuzzerBeater! #ThisIsYourTime pic.twitter.com/afOfYfC6TP
— NBA (@NBA) November 6, 2018
Harden outduels Oladipo
James Harden vs. Victor Oladipo is one of the best shooting guards matchups in the league, and their battle on Monday night didn't disappoint. Harden went for 28 points, four rebounds and six assists, while Oladipo put up 28 points of his own, six rebounds and two assists. They also each hit some clutch shots down the stretch, as Harden and the Rockets held on for the win.
Westbrook rolls ankle, hobbles off court
Russell Westbrook left the Thunder's game in the third quarter after rolling his ankle. Replays showed him landing awkwardly and slapping the floor in frustration. He hobbled his way off the floor and headed towards the locker room.
Russell Westbrook just went down with an ankle injury. Didn't look good. Left ankle, it appears. pic.twitter.com/zD48frY9yj
— Kyle Boone (@Kyle__Boone) November 6, 2018
Drummond forces OT
Andre Drummond had a huge night for the Pistons, recording another 20-20 game. But more importantly, he came up clutch by tipping in a rebound to send the game to overtime.
Andre Drummond (24 PTS, 23 REBS) tips it in to force OT between the @MiamiHEAT & @DetroitPistons!#NBA League Pass 👉: https://t.co/L3VurkatG8 pic.twitter.com/FQLK4HNUkc
— NBA (@NBA) November 6, 2018
Wade moves into 30th place all-time in scoring
Dwyane Wade is making his final season in the NBA count. The Heat guard moved into 30th place on the all-time scoring list against the Pistons. Out on the fastbreak, Wade evaded the defense and scooped home a nifty layup.
With this bucket, Dwyane Wade passes Clyde Drexler for 30th on the All-Time points list with 22,197. #ThisIsWhyWePlay #OneLastDance pic.twitter.com/WhXUhkUjz7
— NBA (@NBA) November 6, 2018
Hezonja shows off passing skills
Mario Hezonja isn't really known for his passing ability, but he showed against the Bulls that he's more than capable of throwing a nifty pass. Just check out this little spinning bounce pass through traffic.
What a pass from Mario Hezonja!@nyknicks & @chicagobulls head to the locker room after half No. 1.#BullsNation 47#NewYorkForever 47 pic.twitter.com/pxxfSFrH1b
— NBA (@NBA) November 6, 2018
Trier gets back for the big swat
Allonzo Trier is making a name for himself in his rookie season. This time, he got on the highlight reel with this spectacular block against Zach LaVine on the fastbreak.
Allonzo Trier hustles back for the @nyknicks SWAT! #NBARooks pic.twitter.com/Di0IlELiA5
— NBA (@NBA) November 6, 2018
Johnson cashes out from deep at the buzzer
Tyler Johnson made sure the Miami Heat had the lead at the end of the first quarter against the Pistons, and he did so in style, launching a shot from just inside halfcourt that beat the buzzer.
Tyler Johnson knocks down the Q1 buzzer beater just inside half court! #HEATCulture pic.twitter.com/EC19k8Bbnl
— NBA (@NBA) November 6, 2018
Butler planning to play for Wolves vs. Clippers
After sitting out of the team's blowout loss to the Trail Blazers on Sunday night, Jimmy Butler plans to be back in the Timberwolves' lineup for Monday night's contest vs. the Clippers. Butler has sat out two of the team's past three games for what he says is rest due to missing training camp and a various assortment of knocks, though it should also be seen as the latest attempt to force his way out of town.
Leonard out for Raptors
Kawhi Leonard will be out once again. The Raptors forward is dealing with a sore ankle and foot, and is set to miss his second straight game when the Raptors meet the Jazz.