The Golden State Warriors began a three-game East Coast road trip in Philadelphia, hoping to turn around a rough stretch against Eastern Conference teams.

The Oklahoma City Thunder held practice on Thursday. Sitting at the top of the NBA standings with a historic 21-1 record, they're amid a rare two-day break. They will host the Dallas Mavericks on Friday.

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the L.A. Clippers to clinch West Group B in the Emirates NBA Cup and advance to the knockout round.

Anthony Edwards and Devin Booker had a showdown in another close NBA Cup game, but the Phoenix Suns won with Booker fouled out. The Minnesota Timberwolves choked a lead late to give up a 9-0 run that afforded the Suns a comeback. Edwards scoring 41 points ended up being bittersweet after he missed two clutch free throws that hurt his team.

Luka Dončić (38 points, 15-26 FG) finishes with a minus-25 net rating, blemishing his score line with nine turnovers versus just five assists. Austin Reaves posted a modest 16 points (6-12 FG) — snapping his streak of three consecutive 30-point games. He had five turnovers versus just three assists.

The Milwaukee Bucks ended their chances of going any further in the NBA Cup, losing to the New York Knicks 109-118 at MSG. Giannis was great in his return, dropping 30 points, 15 rebounds, and eight assists.

MVP candidates Luka Doncic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had great performances to keep their battle for the top NBA Award going strong.

The Oklahoma City Thunder held practice on Tuesday, Nov. 25. They're enjoying a rare two-day break as they sit atop the NBA standings with a historic 17-1 record. They will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday for a 2025 NBA Cup West Group A group game.

The Cavaliers again struggled with a high-rebounding team in a loss to Portland. Here's how the game unfolded.