Buckle up, basketball fans – tonight, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is on the brink of etching his name alongside NBA legends, chasing a scoring milestone that could redefine greatness in the game!
Dive into our exclusive live updates for an electrifying six-game NBA slate, where SGA and the Thunder take center stage in a quest for history against the LA Clippers, as part of our thrilling ‘NBA Coast 2 Coast’ doubleheader airing on NBC and Peacock.
Stick around for the full scoop on Tuesday's action (check out the full schedule here: https://www.nba.com/schedule) through our NBA.com live blog, packed with every key moment, standout performances, insightful observations, breaking news, quick notes, and unforgettable highlights from across the league.
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And this is the part most people miss – the strategic depth behind these games that could swing the entire night. Let's break down what we know about Tuesday's matchups:
- Kicking off our ‘NBA Coast 2 Coast Tuesday’ extravaganza is the Magic facing off against the Hawks (starting at 8 ET – game link: https://www.nba.com/game/orl-vs-atl-0022500166) and the Thunder battling the Clippers (at 11 ET – game link: https://www.nba.com/game/okc-vs-lac-0022500170), both broadcast on NBC and Peacock. (Be sure to check your local listings for exact channels!)
- The Thunder are gunning for an unprecedented 8-0 start in the Oklahoma City era, a feat that would mark their dominance early on.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, stepping onto the court against his old squad, is poised to surpass Oscar Robertson with his 80th straight game scoring 20 or more points, cementing the third-longest streak in NBA history. For beginners, this means consistently delivering high-impact scoring night after night, a rare blend of skill and stamina that separates the elite from the good.
6:15 PM / NOVEMBER 4, 2025
Spotlight: Ryan Rollins
Ryan Rollins has burst onto the scene as a starter for the Bucks, igniting their offense right from the season's outset.
With Damian Lillard departing in the offseason and Kevin Porter Jr. sidelined due to a knee injury from the very first game, Rollins (averaging 17.0 points per game and 5.7 assists) has seized his moment in the spotlight.
He's shining with explosive drives to the basket (leading the league with 9.3 per game, just behind Giannis Antetokounmpo), solid three-point accuracy (shooting 41.2%), and tenacious defense at the point of attack.
Rollins brings relentless energy, backed by an impressive 6-foot-10 wingspan that swallows up space on the court.
As Bucks coach Doc Rivers put it after Rollins set a career high with 32 points against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday (watch the highlights here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmtRKrO7fJQ), “He’s just tough. He’s a tough kid.”
Tonight, he'll square off against Immanuel Quickly and the Raptors on League Pass (tip-off at 7:30 ET – game link: https://www.nba.com/game/mil-vs-tor-0022500165).
5:45 PM / NOVEMBER 4, 2025
Welcome to a packed six-game evening in the NBA!
Paolo Banchero is leading the Magic on a road trip to Atlanta to challenge Jalen Johnson and the Hawks in the opener of our ‘NBA Coast 2 Coast’ doubleheader.
It's prime time for ‘NBA Coast 2 Coast Tuesday’ on Peacock, featuring the Magic-Hawks and Thunder-Clippers showdowns!
Both Orlando and Atlanta are navigating 3-4 records so far, adjusting to new roles and lineups amid offseason shake-ups.
For the Magic, they're still calibrating their offensive rhythm with newcomer Desmond Bane, who's averaging a modest 14.6 points per game this season. Stars like Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero have also seen dips in their scoring, but Banchero remains optimistic: “You didn’t want to start the season as we did, but at the same time, it’s really early so you can’t overreact. You can’t start going away from each other and everyone start pointing fingers. It’s too early. And we’ve got guys that have been in the league long enough to know that this is a very long season.”
But here's where it gets controversial – is early-season struggles a sign of deeper issues, or just teething pains in a long championship chase?
Over in Atlanta, the team is coping without their superstar guard Trae Young, who's out with an MCL sprain since October 29. Nickeal Alexander-Walker has stepped up admirably, tallying 21 and 16 points in their recent split results.
Keep a close watch on power forward Jalen Johnson, who's regained his form after missing 46 games last year. He's posting averages of 21.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 5.0 assists, and without Trae, he's even elevated to 22.5 points and 13 rebounds per game.
Banchero versus Johnson could steal the show tonight – both alumni of Duke University. Which one will steal the spotlight?
Meanwhile, the Thunder are aiming to clinch an Oklahoma City-era record 8-0 beginning, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander pushes toward his 80th consecutive 20-point game, surpassing Oscar Robertson's 79 and securing the third-spot on the all-time list.
The Clippers nearly toppled the Heat last night with just one shot short of victory. Can Kawhi Leonard and former Thunder standout James Harden deliver the first defeat to OKC this season? Tune into Peacock to witness the drama.
Plus, don't overlook the clash between two 5-1 teams on League Pass: the Bulls heading to Philadelphia to take on the 76ers.
Standouts like Josh Giddey (22.2 points, 9.2 rebounds, 8.7 assists), Tyrese Maxey (33.7 points), and VJ Edgecombe (20.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists – currently atop the Kia Rookie Ladder: https://www.nba.com/news/kia-rookie-ladder-oct-29-2025) have been among the season's most electrifying players. Who will dominate the guard battle this evening?
What do you think, fans? Is Shai's scoring streak unbreakable, or will the Clippers' experience derail it? Could Rollins become the Bucks' next big star, or is this just a temporary spark? And in the Duke showdown, who edges out – Banchero or Johnson? Drop your opinions in the comments and let's debate!
