The Phoenix Suns beat the Orlando Magic 117–104, while the Golden State Warriors defeated the Miami Heat 120–100 to extend their winning streak. Both games were played Thursday, November 5.
Thursday’s NBA results
| Matchup | Final score | Top storyline |
|---|---|---|
| Orlando Magic at Phoenix Suns | Suns 117, Magic 104 | Devin Booker scored 30 as Phoenix ended a four-game skid. |
| Miami Heat at Golden State Warriors | Warriors 120, Heat 100 | Stephen Curry scored 29 to help Golden State earn a sixth straight win. |
Booker leads Phoenix past Orlando
Devin Booker scored 30 points and Dillon Brooks added 24 as the Suns beat the Magic 117–104. Phoenix pulled away in the third quarter, using a run of three-pointers to build a large lead and snap a four-game losing streak.
Orlando finished with 104 points and continued a difficult road stretch. The Magic were unable to recover after Phoenix opened a decisive gap before the fourth quarter.
Curry and the Warriors handle Miami
Stephen Curry scored 29 points, including 22 after halftime, as Golden State beat Miami 120–100. The Warriors used an 18–3 run after the Heat briefly moved in front during the third quarter and controlled the remainder of the game.
Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded 20 points and 14 rebounds for Miami, while Davion Mitchell led the Heat with 22 points. Draymond Green supplied 11 assists for Golden State.
