NBA Results November 2: Knicks, Warriors and 76ers Win on a Packed Night

November 2, 2026 was one of those NBA nights when almost every fan had a reason to check the scores. Fifteen games filled the schedule, from early evening tip offs on the East Coast to late finishes in the West, and the results included rivalry wins, overtime drama, comfortable blowouts, and close finishes decided in the final minutes. By the end of the night, the standings had shifted slightly, winning streaks had grown, and a few struggling teams were left searching for answers.

The headline game came from Madison Square Garden, where the New York Knicks beat the Brooklyn Nets 103 to 90. It was the Knicks’ 15th straight win over the Nets, a run of dominance in a city rivalry that shows no sign of ending soon. Elsewhere, the Golden State Warriors edged the Phoenix Suns 116 to 113, the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Chicago Bulls 126 to 107, and the New Orleans Pelicans survived an overtime thriller against the Memphis Grizzlies 135 to 134. Those four games alone would have made a good night. With eleven more finals to follow, it became a packed night to remember.

For casual fans, a night like this is a reminder of the NBA’s depth. Stars deliver, bench players change games, and a team that looks beaten in the third quarter can still find a way back. For serious followers, the early season patterns are starting to form: which teams defend consistently, which teams rely on one scorer, and which teams are still finding their rotation. November results do not decide a season, but they do set the tone for the months ahead.

Quick Facts

Knicks Extend Dominance Over Nets in New York

The Knicks’ 103 to 90 win over the Nets at Madison Square Garden was built on balance and a strong finish. Landry Shamet led New York off the bench with 22 points, a reminder of how valuable a hot reserve can be in a rivalry game. Jalen Brunson added 19 points, OG Anunoby scored 18, including 9 in the fourth quarter, and Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 11 points and 16 rebounds, controlling the glass while his teammates scored.

Anunoby’s fourth quarter scoring was particularly important. Rivalry games often tighten late, when nerves rise and easy baskets disappear. A player who can score in the fourth, defend the opponent’s best wing, and make the right pass under pressure changes the game. Anunoby did that on Monday night, helping the Knicks pull away when Brooklyn threatened to make it a contest again.

The result moves the Knicks to 3 wins and 4 losses, while the Nets fall to 1 win and 6 losses. More striking is the streak: 15 straight wins for the Knicks over the Nets. Streaks like that are rare in professional sport, where rosters change every year and motivation is high in rivalry games. For Brooklyn, breaking the run has become a psychological hurdle as much as a basketball one. For New York, it is a source of pride that the Garden crowd clearly enjoys.

Warriors Edge Suns and 76ers Roll Past Bulls

In the West, the Golden State Warriors beat the Phoenix Suns 116 to 113 in a game that stayed close to the end. The Warriors improve to 5 wins and 3 losses, a solid early season mark, while the Suns fall to 1 win and 4 losses and continue to search for consistency. Close wins like this matter in the Western Conference, where playoff seeding is often decided by a handful of games, and where learning to win tight contests in November pays off in April.

Philadelphia’s win was more comfortable. The 76ers beat the Chicago Bulls 126 to 107, led by Tyrese Maxey with 26 points and 11 assists. A points and assists double double from a lead guard shows control of the offence: scoring when the defence gives him space, and finding teammates when it collapses on him. When Maxey plays that way, Philadelphia’s offence flows, shooters get open looks, and the Bulls’ defence is forced to choose between bad options.

Both results highlight different paths to winning. Golden State won a grind, finding just enough stops and scores in the final minutes. Philadelphia won with pace and ball movement, building a lead and keeping it. Teams need both skills over an 82 game season, and early November is when coaches learn which style their roster can rely on when the schedule gets harder.

Thunder, Timberwolves and Rockets Win Big Tests

Three other results stood out for the quality of the opposition. The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 117 to 112, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 43 points and adding 8 assists. A 43 point night from a guard who also creates for others is the definition of a superstar performance, and it lifted the Thunder in a game against a strong Eastern Conference opponent.

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Milwaukee Bucks 112 to 100, moving to 5 wins and 3 losses while Milwaukee fell to 1 win and 6 losses. That record gap tells a story of two teams heading in different directions early in the season, with Minnesota finding balance and Milwaukee still looking for answers. The Houston Rockets beat the Boston Celtics 109 to 93, another result that will catch attention around the league, because beating Boston requires discipline on both ends of the floor.

These games also show how quickly narratives change in the NBA. A team that looks strong in October can struggle in November, and a team written off early can win a statement game. The Thunder, Timberwolves, and Rockets will take confidence from these wins, but they will also know that one night does not make a season. Consistency, health, and defence over months are what separate contenders from early season surprises.

Overtime Drama and Comfortable Wins Elsewhere

The closest game of the night came in New Orleans, where the Pelicans beat the Memphis Grizzlies 135 to 134 in overtime. The game was decided by decisive free throws from Jeremiah Fears, a moment that tests a young player’s nerve like few others. One trip to the line, with the game tied and the crowd loud, can define a night, and Fears delivered when it mattered most.

Elsewhere, several games were decided more comfortably. The Detroit Pistons beat the Charlotte Hornets 124 to 91, the largest margin of the night. The Sacramento Kings beat the Dallas Mavericks 115 to 100, the San Antonio Spurs beat the Utah Jazz 119 to 97, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Miami Heat 138 to 117. High scoring wins like the Lakers’ result show how quickly modern NBA games can open up when threes fall and transition offence clicks.

The remaining finals completed a full slate: the Atlanta Hawks beat the Indiana Pacers 108 to 104, the Washington Wizards beat the Orlando Magic 103 to 94, the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Denver Nuggets 118 to 110, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 125 to 118. Each of those games will matter to local fans and to tiebreakers later, even if they did not lead national headlines on the night.

What the Night Tells Us About the Early Season

After a night with fifteen games, a few early season themes are clearer. First, depth matters. The Knicks won with bench scoring from Shamet, the 76ers won with Maxey creating for others, and the Thunder won with a superstar who also passed well. Teams that rely on one player alone are easier to defend when that player has an off night or faces double teams.

Second, records in early November should be read with care. A team at 1 win and 6 losses, like the Nets or the Bucks, still has most of the season to recover, just as a team at 5 wins and 3 losses, like the Warriors or Timberwolves, still has to prove it can sustain that level. Injuries, schedule difficulty, and trades can all change the picture quickly. What matters now is process: are teams defending, sharing the ball, and improving game by game?

Third, rivalry and history still motivate players. The Knicks’ 15th straight win over the Nets is not just a statistic. It is a run that players are aware of, fans chant about, and coaches use as motivation. Breaking such a streak becomes a goal in itself for the losing side, which makes the next meeting between these teams appointment viewing, even if their records suggest a mismatch.

FAQs

Who won the Knicks against Nets game?

The New York Knicks beat the Brooklyn Nets 103 to 90 at Madison Square Garden. It was the Knicks’ 15th straight win over the Nets, moving New York to 3 wins and 4 losses and Brooklyn to 1 win and 6 losses.

What was the closest game on November 2?

The New Orleans Pelicans beat the Memphis Grizzlies 135 to 134 in overtime. Jeremiah Fears hit decisive free throws to settle a game that neither team deserved to lose.

Which stars had the biggest nights?

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 43 points with 8 assists for the Thunder against Cleveland, Tyrese Maxey had 26 points and 11 assists for the 76ers against Chicago, and Landry Shamet scored 22 points off the bench for the Knicks against Brooklyn.

How many games were played on November 2?

Fifteen games were played. The full list of finals includes Knicks, Warriors, 76ers, Timberwolves, Thunder, Pistons, Hawks, Wizards, Kings, Pelicans, Spurs, Trail Blazers, Raptors, Lakers, and Rockets wins.

Final Thoughts

November 2 was a showcase for what makes the NBA compelling on a busy night: a city rivalry extended to fifteen straight wins, a superstar scoring 43, a young player winning a game at the free throw line in overtime, and fifteen different fan bases going to bed with a result to discuss. The Knicks, Warriors, and 76ers all took care of business, but the night belonged to the league as a whole, with drama from coast to coast.

As the season moves deeper into November, these results will fade into the standings, but the patterns will remain. Teams that defend, share the ball, and win close games will rise. Teams that do not will keep searching. You can follow official scores and standings through NBA, and read more sport coverage on The Akron Magazine. For now, Knicks fans can enjoy another win over the Nets, and every other fan base can look forward to the next packed night.