Hawks, Pelicans and Grizzlies secure victories in NBA action

Floyd Brenz., Philippine Canadian Inquirer
October 30, 2026

Photo Courtesy: AP

The Atlanta Hawks, New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies came away with wins in Thursday’s NBA games, highlighted by strong individual performances and another victory for Memphis.

The Hawks held off a late challenge from the Cleveland Cavaliers to claim a 114-111 win. Onyeka Okongwu led Atlanta with 29 points, 12 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block.

James Harden paced Cleveland with 24 points, five rebounds and four assists, but the Cavaliers fell short in the closing minutes.

In New Orleans, the Pelicans recorded their first win of the season after defeating the Sacramento Kings, 132-120.

Rookie Jeremiah Fears delivered a standout performance with 22 points, a career-high 13 assists and eight rebounds. Zion Williamson also contributed 22 points, while Trey Murphy III added 18.

Sacramento rookie Darius Acuff Jr. finished with 34 points and 12 assists, but the Kings remained winless after another difficult outing.

Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies continued their unbeaten start with a 124-103 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.

Cameron Boozer posted his first career triple-double, recording 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists to help Memphis maintain its winning run.

Deni Avdija led Portland with 24 points, nine rebounds and seven assists.

The results added another chapter to the early 2026-27 NBA regular season, as teams continue to establish their form in the opening weeks of competition.