NBA regular season: Hawks defeat Cavaliers as Pelicans secure first win

In a busy NBA regular season schedule, the Atlanta Hawks secured a 114-111 comeback victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Onyeka Okongwu led Atlanta with 29 points and 12 rebounds, while Nickeil Alexander-Walker contributed 25 points. Despite 24 points from James Harden and 22 from Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland could not hold the lead.

The New Orleans Pelicans earned their first win of the season by defeating the Sacramento Kings 132-120. Jeremiah Fears recorded 22 points, 13 assists, and 8 rebounds, supported by Zion Williamson, who shot 10-of-12 from the field. Sacramento struggled with 25 turnovers during the matchup.

Additionally, the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 124-103, maintaining their competitive momentum in the Western Conference.