Top Stories

• Celtics tie record for most 3’s made in a game

• Lakers beat Wolves

• LeBron and LeBron Jr make history

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Games of the day

Last Night’s Top Games! (link to the box scores of every game from yesterday)

Jayson Tatum continued Boston’s Banner 18 celebration by scoring 37 points and making eight of the Celtics' NBA record-tying 29 3-pointers as Boston ran away with a 132-109 victory over the New York Knicks on opening night. Derrick White scored 24 points, Jaylen Brown added 23 and Tatum had 10 assists for the defending champions, who raised their NBA-most 18th championship banner to the rafters before the game. Boston led by as many as 35 points before missing its last 13 3-point attempts while trying to break the record. Jalen Brunson scored 22 points for New York, and new addition Karl-Anthony Towns had just 12 points and seven rebounds. The new-look Knicks were supposed to be the biggest threat to the Celtics in the Eastern Conference, but even after adding Towns and Mikal Bridges over the summer, they were no match for the team that finished in first last season.

LeBron James and Bronny James became the first father and son to play in the NBA together during the Los Angeles Lakers' 110-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 39-year-old superstar and his 20-year-old son played almost 2 1/2 minutes together late in the first half of Bronny's NBA debut. They are also the first father and son to play in the NBA at the same time, let alone on the same team. LeBron scored 16 points, while Anthony Davis had 36 points and 16 rebounds in a dominant performance for the Lakers. Rui Hachimura added 18 points. JJ Redick won his head coaching debut for the Lakers, who hired the 15-year NBA veteran for his first coaching job at any level. Anthony Edwards scored 27 points for the Timberwolves, who are coming off their best season in 20 years. Julius Randle had 16 points and nine rebounds, and Donte DiVincenzo had 10 points in their Timberwolves debuts after the trade sending Karl-Anthony Towns to New York three weeks ago.

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League News

Around the League

• The moment LeBron James and his son, Bronny, stepped onto the court together in the NBA was electric, a culmination of dreams and hard work. The arena buzzed with excitement as fans witnessed a historic father-son duo making their debut. LeBron, with his seasoned prowess and commanding presence, guided Bronny, whose youthful energy and sharp skills shone brightly. Each pass and play between them was a blend of family bond and professional ambition, symbolizing not just a game, but a legacy. As they shared smiles and high-fives, it was clear that this was a special moment in sports history, forever etched in the hearts of fans and players alike.

• Injury Updates: Joel Embiid (conditioning) will miss tonight’s season opener, and up to 3 games according to the Sixers. Paul George (knee) hyperextended it during the preseason, and will be re-evaluated later this week. Kawhi Leonard (knee) is out indefinitely, and his recovery might “take longer than expected” according to the team. Kristaps Porzingis (foot) is still recovering from offseason surgery and will miss some games. Khris Middleton (ankle) will miss tonight’s opener. Isaiah Hartenstein (hand) will be re-evaluated in 5-6 weeks with a fracture. We wish all these guys speedy and successful recoveries.

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Fantasy Leaders

Tatum off to a strong start

Overtime Thoughts