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Brandon Miller erupts for a career‑high 39 points as the Charlotte Hornets defeat the Washington Wizards 110‑103 on Oct. 27, 2026. Miller scores 27 of those points in the second and third quarters, sparking a comeback that puts Charlotte at 3‑1 in the 2026‑27 season. The win, secured at the Spectrum Center, highlights Miller’s emerging role as the Hornets’ offensive catalyst.
The Pacers’ Ben Sheppard faces meniscus surgery Wednesday after a left‑knee tear, likely a meniscectomy that could sideline him just a few weeks, coach Rick Carlisle says. Meanwhile, center Ivica Zubac’s ankle sprain improves—he entered the arena boot‑free—but guard Andrew Nembhard sits out with a back issue. Elsewhere, the Rockets’ Steven Adams is out until at least early November with a right soleus strain, Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa misses his fourth game but is progressing, and the Hornets have no timelines for Coby White, Kon Knueppel or Grant Williams despite “positive steps.” Nuggets forward Spencer Jones hopes to debut within the next three games after bilateral hamstring management.
The Washington Wizards fall to the Charlotte Hornets 110-103 on Oct. 26, marking Charlotte’s 3-1 start to the 2026-27 season. The Hornets out‑rebound the Wizards 54-41 and win despite a lower shooting percentage, while Brandon Miller tops Charlotte with 39 points and Anthony Davis leads Washington with 29. The Wizards sit at 2-2 after AJ Dybantsa misses the game with an ankle sprain, but is expected to return soon. Washington’s next matchup is against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET.
The Charlotte Hornets improve to 3-1 after a 110-103 victory over the Washington Wizards on Oct. 27, 2026, highlighted by Brandon Miller's career‑high 39 points. Miller hit 5 of 10 from beyond the arc and earned a Steph Curry‑style three‑point record, while Moussa Diabate grabbed 17 rebounds and Grayson Allen added 15 off the bench. With Kon Knueppel sidelined, Miller’s breakout cements his push for a $209 million extension through 2032, silencing doubts about the team’s post‑LaMelo Ball direction. The Hornets now turn their sights to a matchup with the 3‑0 Detroit Pistons.
The Washington Wizards got a star performance from Anthony Davis, but their offense looked dreadful in a loss to the Hornets.
In a chippy second quarter of the Miami Heat vs. Dallas Mavericks clash at Kaseya Center, Bobby Portis confronted Daniel Gafford after Gafford fouled Giannis Antetokounmpo, leading to shoving and shouting. Both teams entered the game 0-3, with Miami trailing the Hornets 115-110 and Dallas down after a 122-106 loss to the Spurs. The Heat lead in the third quarter, and Portis has contributed 10 points, six rebounds and two blocks, while Gafford posts six points, six rebounds, three assists and two blocks.
In Charlotte, Washington Wizards guard Trae Young showcases an early chemistry snap with veteran Anthony Davis, delivering a spectacular backwards lob that leads to a thunderous dunk and silences the crowd. Despite the highlight, the Wizards fall short as Hornets rookie Brandon Miller erupts for 31 points, keeping Charlotte’s lead late. Washington outshoots Charlotte 47.2%‑43.8% but sputters from three, hitting 4‑of‑19 compared to the Hornets’ 11‑of‑34. The Young‑Davis duo hints at a promising partnership, though they need more time to translate it into wins.
Brandon Miller turned heads in Charlotte’s win over Washington on Oct. 27, 2026, hitting three threes before halftime and reaching his 500th career three-pointer in just 170 games – the second‑fastest pace in NBA history, trailing only Duncan Robinson. Miller’s 18 points helped the Hornets build a 54‑44 halftime lead despite missing Kon Knueppel, while Moussa Diabate added 12 rebounds. The feat eclipses Stephen Curry’s 221‑game timeline and underscores Miller’s value as a $209 million franchise cornerstone. The Hornets held off the Wizards in an action‑packed night, showcasing Miller’s emerging star power.
The Heat, now front‑court anchored by Giannis Antetokounmpo, sit 0‑3 and must quickly gel under Erik Spoelstra, with Bam Adebayo and Giannis expected to lead the turn‑around. Meanwhile, the Spurs notch their first win (1‑2) after a low‑scoring start, though Victor Wembanyama warns the team is still far from playoff form. In Washington, rookie Alex Sarr logs a season‑high 10 points and three blocks against Chicago, showcasing play‑making for Anthony Davis as the Wizards sit 2‑1 without AJ Dybantsa. The roundup highlights early‑season struggles and key players tasked with steering their clubs forward.
The Washington Wizards play their 2nd straight game on the road. Tonight they will face the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. The game starts at 7:00 p.m. tonight. Watch the game on the Monumental Sports Network. Go Wizards!
The Suns are already struggling to make it work with Miles Bridges, while Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale have settled immediately with the Hornets.
The Minnesota Timberwolves have started the 2026-27 season with a 3-0 record, and their splashy summer addition, LaMelo Ball, is feeling good.
The Miami Heat enter week two of the 2026-27 season still winless, joining three other Eastern Conference teams at 0-3. Hosting the Dallas Mavericks, the Heat look to snap the slump after a standout showing from Davion Mitchell against the Charlotte Hornets. The preview examines how the Giannis Antetokounmpo‑led Mavericks will challenge a struggling Heat roster and highlights key matchups and what Miami must improve to secure its first victory.
Devin Booker scores 43 points in the Suns' first win, but teammate Miles Bridges flags three urgent issues: defensive urgency, rebounding and half‑court ball movement. The Suns rank 27th in offensive rebounding (25.3%) and last in limiting opponents (43.9%), a gap highlighted by a 16‑10 first‑quarter rebound disparity against Golden State that grew to a 26‑9 second‑chance advantage for the Warriors. Booker admits the bench unit—Collin Gillespie, Jordan Goodwin, Ryan Dunn and Luke Kennard—shows better chemistry and could offer a blueprint for the starters. The article stresses that fixing these fundamentals early could shape the Suns' 80‑game season.
After a 115-110 loss to Charlotte that leaves the Miami Heat 0-3, ESPN NBA insider Tim MacMahon rips the team's defense on the Hoop Collective podcast. He points out that Miami ranks third worst in defensive net rating, listing starters' alarming numbers—Davion Mitchell (130.4, –20.6), Klay Thompson (134.9, –33.5), Andrew Wiggins (141.5, –39), Giannis Antetokounmpo (122.9, –28.6) and Bam Adebayo (128.3, –20.5). MacMahon criticizes the lineup’s talent depth, noting Giannis fouled out and the Heat surrendered 115 points and 16 threes. The Heat now head into a Monday game against the Dallas Mavericks still winless.
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The Miami Heat open the 2026‑27 season at a historic low, slipping to 0‑3 – their worst start since 2007 – after a 115‑110 loss to a short‑handed Charlotte Hornets. The Heat erased a 21‑point deficit, tied the game at 104, but fell short, now outscored by 47 points over three games. Giannis Antetokounmpo, limited to 14 points, lamented the team’s lack of tone, while Coach Erik Spoelstra bluntly warned that the system isn’t working and urged players to inspire each other. The franchise faces a crucial early‑season turnaround.
The Miami Heat sit 0-3 after a 115-110 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, but ClutchPoints argues panic is premature. The piece highlights the steep adjustment required for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, the first true big‑man duo since the Bosh‑Shaq era, noting Adebayo’s modest 13 points, seven rebounds and 42.9% shooting. Defensive woes are evident as the team ranks 27th in defensive rating, despite a roster boasting Andrew Wiggins, Davion Mitchell and Klay Thompson. Players like Mitchell and Bobby Portis Jr. echo the need for chemistry and trust. The article stresses that early‑season growing pains are expected and that the Heat’s ceiling remains high.
The Washington Wizards travel to Charlotte on Monday, Oct. 26, for a 7 p.m. ET showdown at the Spectrum Center against the 2‑1 Hornets. Both clubs are missing key players—Wizards without AJ Dybansta (ankle), Jamir Watkins (knee) and Tristan Vukcevic (hip), and Charlotte without Kon Knueppel, Coby White, Grant Williams and Kylan Boswell—all listed on the injury report. Charlotte leans on new addition Naz Reid after trading LaMelo Ball, while the Wizards aim to tighten a porous defense that has struggled against fast‑paced teams. The game offers a litmus test for Washington’s early‑season identity in the Eastern Conference.
The Washington Wizards confirm forward AJ Dybantsa will miss Monday’s road game against the Charlotte Hornets due to an ankle injury, per the team's injury report and Greg Finberg’s tweet. Dybantsa has not yet appeared this season, and the Wizards are opting for a cautious approach while holding a 2-1 record. Fans are invited to share their thoughts on the decision.
The Pacers visit the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 6:00 PM ET for an early‑season Eastern Conference showdown. Indiana, coming off a win over New Orleans and a loss to Dallas, leans on Tyrese Haliburton and veteran Pascal Siakam to sustain its fast‑tempo offense. Brooklyn, seeking its first victory after defeats to Charlotte and Cleveland, hopes its young roster can slow Indiana’s transition game at home. The game airs on DAZN IND, YES Network and streams live via DAZN. Catch the matchup to see which team grabs early momentum.
The new-look Miami Heat have stumbled to an 0-3 start in the 2026/27 season, their worst opening since 2007‑08. After a 25‑point loss to Minnesota, a 17‑point defeat by Detroit and a road loss to a shorthanded Charlotte squad, star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo fouled out with just 16 points on 4‑of‑11 shooting. Coach Erik Spoelstra blamed the physicality of officiating, while point guard Davion Mitchell highlighted a 25‑4 fourth‑quarter run that tied the game, finishing with 22 points and 10 assists. The starting five—Mitchell, Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo—has been outscored by 30 points in its first 31 minutes together, posting a net rating of –47.1 per 100 possessions. The team remains optimistic, with the full roster expected for Monday’s matchup against Dallas, and only wing Pelle Larsson listed as probable with a sprained finger.
After a 0-3 start, the Miami Heat limp through a 115-110 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, shooting just 43% from the field and 37% from three. Coach Erik Spoelstra praised the team’s 25-4 fourth‑quarter run as “inspiring,” urging more effort across the full 48 minutes. Guard Davion Mitchell says the “pain” is a learning experience and insists the squad isn’t in panic mode. With Giannis Antetokounmpo in early foul trouble, the lineup of Mitchell, Hardaway Jr., Larsson, Portis Jr., and Bam Adebayo sparked the rally. The Heat aim for their first win on Monday against the Dallas Mavericks.
After a 115-110 defeat to the Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra defends Giannis Antetokounmpo’s foul trouble, likening the veteran’s physical style to Shaquille O’Neal. Spoelstra says the refs aren’t to blame for the loss, noting the Heat shot just 43% from the field and 37% from three. Antetokounmpo finished with 14 points, six rebounds and three assists before fouling out with under two minutes left. The Heat, now 0-3, aim to snap the streak against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday.
Naz Reid is leveling up with the Hornets while playing a bigger role than he ever had with the Timberwolves.