The Golden State Warriors snap a rocky 0-3 start with a 126-119 overtime win over the Orlando Magic, moving to 7-3 and becoming the first team since the 1950‑51 Celtics to win seven straight after an 0‑3 opening. Steph Curry leads with 41 points (13‑of‑19 shooting), while Yaxel Lendeborg adds 23, Brandin Podziemski 15, and Draymond Green dishes out 13 assists. The victory fuels the Warriors' playoff push and marks a historic streak in the Western Conference.
Stephen Curry powers the Golden State Warriors to a 126-119 overtime victory over the Orlando Magic at Chase Center, extending the Warriors' winning streak to seven games. Curry scores a vintage 41 points on 13-of-19 shooting, including five 3-pointers and a perfect 10-of-10 from the line, while adding six rebounds and six assists, becoming the oldest player with the most 40-point games in NBA history. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg contributes 23 points, Brandin Podziemski 15, and Draymond Green dishes out 13 assists. The Warriors shoot 53.8% overall and 46.9% from three, improving to 7-3 on the season.
The Golden State Warriors faced the Orlando Magic at the Chase Center on Nov. 8, 2026, sparking an on‑court scuffle after Al Horford’s slick hesitation move led to a layup on Nikola Vucevic. Stephen Curry hit a three‑pointer, reaching a notable statistical milestone, and finished with 22 points (7‑of‑11). Jimmy Butler, still rehabbing, reacted enthusiastically from the bench. Despite a 65‑58 third‑quarter lead, the Magic surged to a 72‑69 edge, later pushing the score to 83‑80 thanks to Wagner’s 19 points. Draymond Green contributed six assists and five rebounds in 20 minutes.
During a Warriors‑Magic game on November 8, 2026, Golden State held a double‑digit lead when Orlando’s Wendell Carter Jr. and Warriors forward Georges Niang tangled early in the second quarter. Carter shoved Niang while battling for position under the basket, prompting a scuffle that earned both players technical fouls. At the time, Carter was 0‑for‑3 with four rebounds in 18 minutes, while Niang had six points on 2‑of‑3 shooting, including two threes. The Warriors, 6‑3 and on a six‑game streak, aim to extend their run, while the Magic, 2‑6, seek their first win since Oct. 30.
Stephen Curry hits a milestone three-pointer in his 100th straight game, marking the third time in his career he’s made a three in 100+ consecutive contests. The shot came early in the Warriors’ 41-34 halftime lead over the Orlando Magic at the Chase Center on Nov. 8, 2026. Despite Draymond Green’s injury and the Magic’s push—led by Franz Wagner’s 13 points and Jamal Cain’s 12—Golden State kept a 50-39 edge heading into the break. Curry, rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, and Brandin Podziemski each approached double figures as the Dubs chased their seventh win of the season.
The Golden State Warriors host the Orlando Magic on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 5:30 PM PT at the Chase Center, with the game on NBC Sports Bay Area. After extending their streak to six wins with a 120‑100 triumph over Miami, Stephen Curry (29 points) and Draymond Green (11 assists) lead a squad that’s leaning on bench contributions, especially Georges Niang, who posted 13 points in the latest win. The Magic, struggling at 2‑6 and missing All‑Star Paolo Banchero, will test the Warriors’ second unit. Projected starters include Curry, Podziemski, Richard, Lendeborg, Green for Golden State and Wagner, Carter Jr., Black, Richardson, da Silva for Orlando.
Angel Reese takes a break from basketball and turns heads at a Pelicans‑Timberwolves game on November 7, 2026, wearing a bold zebra‑print outfit while cheering her brother Julian, who plays for New Orleans. The Timberwolves edge the Pelicans 115‑109, and Reese draws more media buzz than Julian, who has seen limited minutes this season. Earlier in the week she was honored at an LSU Tigers game after the Dream’s loss in the WNBA Finals. The article also notes her plans to watch boyfriend Wendell Carter Jr. at an upcoming Magic game, highlighting her off‑season presence in the NBA spotlight.
The Phoenix Suns placed Oso Ighodaro in the starting lineup for Thursday’s 112-107 win over the Orlando Magic, sparking debate among fans. Despite a -17.2 defensive rating (eighth best in the NBA) and a low rebounding rank, Ighodaro’s on/off impact and improving health suggest he strengthens the Suns’ defense and offensive flow. The article contrasts his immediate contribution with rookie Khaman Maluach’s longer development path, noting Ighodaro’s DARKO rating of 1.0 versus Maluach’s -1.6. With center Mark Williams out through 2027, Ighodaro’s start aims to stabilize a lineup in flux while the team nurtures younger talent.
The Warriors host the Orlando Magic on Saturday, but Draymond Green remains questionable with right elbow inflammation. Listed as a Q on the NBA injury report, Green is averaging 3.0 points, 7.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds in seven games. Golden State sits 6-3 and hopes to secure a seventh win, though his availability is still uncertain. The Warriors have six players sidelined, while Orlando lists five injuries, including outfielders Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs. All eyes will be on Green’s status before tipoff.
The Warriors host the Orlando Magic Saturday night, but Draymond Green is listed as questionable with right elbow inflammation. The 36‑year‑old, averaging 3.0 points, 7.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds this season, could miss the 8:30 PM ET game in San Francisco. Golden State sits 6‑3 overall and already has six players on the injury report, including Gray Payton II and Gui Santos. The Magic also grapple with five absentees, notably Paolo Banchero and Jonathan Isaac. Updates on Green’s status will be provided as they become available.
The Golden State Warriors trading for Wendell Carter Jr. makes too much sense for they and the Orlando Magic to ignore.
The Phoenix Suns snap a four‑game skid with a 117‑104 victory over the Orlando Magic, showcasing a complete 48‑minute performance they’ll need against West‑coast rivals Houston and San Antonio. Despite being out‑rebounded by 15 and taking 11 fewer free throws, Phoenix forces 25 turnovers (vs. 14 by Orlando) and shoots 50% from three (17‑of‑34) to compensate. Devin Booker leads with 30 points, 8 assists and 3 steals, while Dillon Brooks adds 24 points and Miles Bridges grabs 13 boards. The win highlights the Suns’ defensive intensity and three‑point efficiency, but the article warns that those advantages may vanish against stronger opponents, making rebounding and free‑throw shooting crucial for the upcoming back‑to‑back games.
The Orlando Magic’s 2026‑27 season slump has sparked trade chatter around veteran center Wendell Carter Jr. NBA insider Brett Siegel reports that the Golden State Warriors are his most likely destination, especially if the Magic become sellers at the upcoming deadline. Carter, under a $21 million team option through 2028‑29, averages 14.3 points, 9.4 rebounds and shoots 65.6% from the floor in eight games. The Warriors could use him in a Porzingis‑salary swap, possibly offering draft compensation.
Bill Simmons jumped on X demanding an instant trade: Darius Garland and Derrick Jones Jr. to the Orlando Magic for Franz Wagner and Anthony Black. The proposal, posted on November 6, 2026, ignited a rapid backlash from Magic fans who argue Wagner’s size and two‑way play make the deal lopsided. While no front offices have confirmed discussions, the suggestion—coming after recent USA TODAY reports on the Clippers’ post‑Harden lineup—has turned into pure trade‑bait gossip, sparking heated Twitter debate.
Wendell Carter Jr. could be the versatile center solution the Raptors need, and the Magic might be getting ready to trade him soon.
After the Warriors’ 120-100 blowout of the Miami Heat, veteran Draymond Green unapologetically embraces his “Napoleon” complex, saying his undersized 6‑foot‑6 frame forces him to play dirty as the team’s enforcer. He defended his recent ejection against the Phoenix Suns and shot back at ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins, highlighting his 11 assists, five rebounds, a block and a steal in the win. Green explained the need for “nastiness” when facing bigger opponents and noted the Warriors have now extended their streak to six games ahead of Saturday’s matchup with the Orlando Magic.
The Phoenix Suns’ 117-104 win over the Orlando Magic illustrates why getting Devin Booker involved early is crucial. Booker shot 23 points on 8‑of‑13 shooting, 3‑of‑4 from three and 4‑of‑4 free throws in the first half, setting the tone and creating space for teammates like Dillon Brooks and Miles Bridges. Historical data shows the Suns win 58.2% when Booker takes 13+ shots in the first half, rising to 72.7% when he hits 60%+. The article argues the Suns should make early ball‑handling and scoring by Booker a “North Star” as they face tougher foes ahead.
Devin Booker is looking more like himself as the Suns held an opponent below 120 points for just the second time this season.
Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott hails rookie center Oso Ighodaro after the Suns' 117‑104 victory over the Orlando Magic on Thursday. Ott praised Ighodaro’s passing and elite defense, noting his stat line of 2 points, 1 assist, 5 rebounds (2 offensive, 3 defensive), a block and a +7 plus‑minus in 24 minutes as a starter. The coach’s comments underscore Ighodaro’s growing impact on both ends of the floor.
The Milwaukee Bucks open the fourth NBA Cup on Friday, November 6, facing the Toronto Raptors in Group East A. While the Bucks sit 0-0 in Cup play, rivals Detroit, Orlando, Brooklyn and Toronto have already logged games, with Detroit leading the group at 1-0. Coach Mike Budenholzer hopes the Bucks can leverage their strong rebounding and transition tempo to offset low field‑goal percentages in fast‑break situations. Key matchups include a later trip to Detroit, where the Pistons pose the toughest test, and games against Orlando and Brooklyn, both struggling in transition scoring. All Cup games count toward regular‑season standings, and eight teams will advance to the knockout rounds.
The Phoenix Suns snapped a four‑game losing streak on Nov. 5, 2026, beating the Orlando Magic 105‑75 before a late 25‑10 run narrowed the margin. A hot shooting night—17‑of‑30 from three (56.7%)—and a more engaged defense helped, with Devin Booker leading the way (30 points, 8 assists, 3 steals) while wearing a headband that sparked fan jokes. Coach Jordan Ott’s adjustments showed promise, but the team’s weak‑side rotations still need work as they sit 2‑5 early in the season. The win offers a hopeful foundation, though consistency remains the ultimate test.
Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott praised his team's defensive activity and communication after a 117-104 win over the Orlando Magic ended a four-game losing streak.
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After an 0‑3 start, Stephen Curry says head coach Steve Kerr’s “stick with the process” talk sparked Golden State’s turnaround. Kerr reminded the team of film insights and the close margins in early losses, like the final minutes against Memphis. The Warriors have since racked up six straight wins, including a 120‑100 victory over Miami, with Curry scoring 29 points and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg adding 17. Wins over Denver, Minnesota, the Lakers, Clippers, Suns and Heat lift the squad to 6‑3 as they prepare to host Orlando and New Orleans.
Devin Booker scored 30 points as the Phoenix Suns snapped a four-game losing streak with a 117-104 win over the Orlando Magic on Thursday, November 5.
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Any way the Suns could get a win Thursday was going to be a big exhale, and they did so with a comfortable blowout.