NBA November 5 Roundup: SGA and Thunder stay perfect, Steph Curry shines, Josh Giddey leads Bulls’ stunning comeback

The NBA delivered another action-packed slate on Wednesday, November 5 (PH time), highlighted by the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder extending their unbeaten run to eight games, Stephen Curry’s brilliance powering Golden State, and Josh Giddey’s triple-double lifting the Chicago Bulls to an incredible comeback win.

Thunder roll past Clippers, stay unbeaten at 8-0

The Oklahoma City Thunder continued their flawless start to the season with a dominant 126–107 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was once again in MVP form, recording 30 points, 12 assists, and 3 blocks, while Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren provided steady support on both ends.

Despite James Harden’s 25 points and 6 assists, the Clippers had no answer for OKC’s second-half surge as the Thunder remain the league’s only undefeated team.

Giddey triple-double fuels Bulls’ 24-point comeback win

In Chicago, the Bulls staged a stunning rally from 24 points down to edge the Philadelphia 76ers, 113–111.

Josh Giddey stole the spotlight with a monster triple-double of 29 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists, while Nikola Vučević nailed the go-ahead three in the final seconds.

Despite Tyrese Maxey’s 39 points and 3 blocks, the Sixers couldn’t close the deal, falling to 5–2.

Curry, Moody lead Warriors past Suns

The Golden State Warriors leaned on their veteran star once again as Stephen Curry tallied 28 points and five triples to lead a 118–107 win over the Phoenix Suns.

Moses Moody added a big spark off the bench with 24 points, complementing Curry’s offense perfectly.

Devin Booker tried to keep Phoenix in it with a game-high 38 points, but the Suns fell to 3–5 after losing control late in the third quarter.

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Barnes, Barrett lift Raptors over Bucks

The Toronto Raptors put together one of their most complete performances of the season, routing the Milwaukee Bucks, 128–100, at home.

Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett each poured in 23 points, while the Raptors’ defense stifled Giannis Antetokounmpo, who finished with 22 points and 8 rebounds.

Toronto has now won three straight, improving to 4–4 after a rocky start.

Hawks soar past Magic for fourth win

The Atlanta Hawks showcased their balanced attack in a 127–112 win over the Orlando Magic.
Rookie sensation Zaccharie Risacher led the way with 21 points, while Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Dyson Daniels added key contributions — the latter posting 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists.

Paolo Banchero nearly had a triple-double for Orlando with 22 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists, but his efforts weren’t enough to stop the Hawks’ hot shooting night.

Alvarado’s late heroics give Pelicans first win

The New Orleans Pelicans finally broke through after a slow start to the season, edging the Charlotte Hornets 116–112 for their first victory of the year, Jose Alvarado hit the game-winning three-pointer with 16 seconds left, capping off his 18-point, 6-assist night. 

Rookie Kon Knueppel impressed for Charlotte with 20 points and 12 rebounds, but the Hornets came up short down the stretch.

 Standout Performers of the Night:

• Josh Giddey (CHI): 29 PTS, 15 REB, 12 AST 
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC): 30 PTS, 12 AST, 3 BLK 
• Tyrese Maxey (PHI): 39 PTS, 3 BLK 
• Stephen Curry (GSW): 28 PTS, 5 3PM 
• Scottie Barnes (TOR): 23 PTS, 6 AST, 4 STL

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