The 2026–27 NBA regular season continued on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, with 11 games across the league. The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors, the Toronto Raptors dominated the Chicago Bulls, and the Minnesota Timberwolves earned a convincing road victory over the Miami Heat.
Here is a complete look at yesterday’s NBA scores, final results and biggest highlights.
NBA Scores Yesterday: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
| Matchup | Final Score |
|---|---|
| Milwaukee Bucks vs. Washington Wizards | Wizards 128, Bucks 116 |
| Atlanta Hawks vs. Orlando Magic | Hawks 132, Magic 125 |
| Charlotte Hornets vs. Brooklyn Nets | Hornets 110, Nets 103 |
| Chicago Bulls vs. Toronto Raptors | Raptors 135, Bulls 92 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Miami Heat | Timberwolves 131, Heat 106 |
| Indiana Pacers vs. New Orleans Pelicans | Pacers 123, Pelicans 120 |
| Utah Jazz vs. Memphis Grizzlies | Grizzlies 123, Jazz 103 |
| Dallas Mavericks vs. Houston Rockets | Rockets 128, Mavericks 110 |
| Phoenix Suns vs. Portland Trail Blazers | Trail Blazers 124, Suns 83 |
| Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers | Lakers 127, Warriors 105 |
| Sacramento Kings vs. LA Clippers | Clippers 121, Kings 96 |
All 11 games are final.
NBA Highlights From October 21, 2026
Lakers Defeat Warriors 127–105
The Los Angeles Lakers opened their 2026–27 NBA regular season with a 127–105 victory over the Golden State Warriors.
The Lakers finished with a 22-point advantage in one of Wednesday’s most anticipated Western Conference matchups.
Raptors Dominate Bulls 135–92
The Toronto Raptors delivered the largest victory of Wednesday’s NBA schedule, defeating the Chicago Bulls 135–92.
Toronto’s 43-point victory was the widest winning margin among the 11 games played.
Timberwolves Beat Heat 131–106
The Minnesota Timberwolves earned an impressive road victory over the Miami Heat, winning 131–106.
Minnesota scored 131 points and finished with a 25-point winning margin.
Pacers Edge Pelicans 123–120
The Indiana Pacers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 123–120 in the closest contest of the evening.
Indiana secured a three-point victory in a game that featured 243 combined points.
Trail Blazers Cruise Past Suns 124–83
The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Phoenix Suns 124–83, recording a commanding 41-point victory.
Portland held Phoenix to just 83 points, the lowest total scored by any team on Wednesday.
Which NBA Teams Scored the Most Points Yesterday?
The Toronto Raptors led all teams with 135 points, followed by the Atlanta Hawks with 132 and the Minnesota Timberwolves with 131.
Toronto’s offensive output helped produce the biggest win of the night.
What NBA Games Are Today, October 22, 2026?
Two NBA games are scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026.
| Matchup | Time (ET) |
|---|---|
| Cleveland Cavaliers at Philadelphia 76ers | 7:00 PM |
| Denver Nuggets at Oklahoma City Thunder | 9:30 PM |
Both games are part of the opening week of the 2026–27 NBA regular season.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yesterday’s NBA Scores
Who won the Lakers vs. Warriors game yesterday?
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 127–105 on October 21, 2026.
Did the Miami Heat win yesterday?
No. The Miami Heat lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 131–106.
Who won the Bucks vs. Wizards game?
The Washington Wizards defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 128–116.
What was the highest-scoring NBA team yesterday?
The Toronto Raptors scored a league-high 135 points in their victory over the Chicago Bulls.
How many NBA games were played yesterday?
There were 11 NBA games played on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Which NBA team had the biggest win yesterday?
The Toronto Raptors recorded the biggest victory, defeating the Chicago Bulls by 43 points.
Final Thoughts
Wednesday’s NBA action featured several decisive victories, including the Lakers’ win over the Warriors, the Raptors’ 43-point rout of the Bulls and the Timberwolves’ road victory against the Heat.
With the 2026–27 NBA season underway, teams will continue their opening-week matchups on Thursday, October 22.
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