NBA results from the October 30 slate

The NBA season continued on Friday morning with three matchups. In Atlanta, the Hawks narrowly defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-111, led by Okongwu’s 29 points and 12 rebounds. Alexander-Walker added 25 points, while Harder and Mitchell contributed 24 and 22 points respectively for the Cavaliers.

Elsewhere, the New Orleans Pelicans secured their first win of the season, improving to 1-4 with a 123-120 victory over the Sacramento Kings, who remain winless at 0-5. Fearce and Williams scored 22 points each for New Orleans, overcoming a stellar performance by Akaf Jr., who recorded 34 points and 14 assists for the Kings. Additionally, the Memphis Grizzlies dominated the Portland Trail Blazers with a 124-103 win. Boozer led the Grizzlies with a triple-double featuring 18 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists. Avdija paced the Trail Blazers with 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists in the losing effort.