NBA 1 November 2026: Four Group Stage Games to Explore
NBA 2026-27: Event Details
Event details
Information
Tournament
NBA 2026-27 Group Stage Matches
Date
1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Number of games
4
Location
Multiple venues
NBA 2026-27: Group Stage Overview
NBA basketball season will continue in the group stage, and it will start again on Sunday, 1 November, with four matches. Orlando plays Boston with an interesting combination of efficiencies. Indiana meets Brooklyn, where the Pacers need to use their better offensive statistics. Golden State is ready to play against the Clippers in the Chase Center under the leadership of Stephen Curry.
Los Angeles Lakers will be playing against Toronto. The stronger stats for Boston, Indiana, and Golden State will help them win their matches. Toronto will pose a defensive challenge to the Lakers’ shooting skills. Overall, this NBA schedule will deliver four fine-quality matches with different skill sets, teamwork, and consistency.
NBA 2026-27: Group Stage Schedule
Date & Day
Fixtures
ET
PT
IST
Venue
1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
04:30 PM
01:30 PM
02:00 AM (Next day)
Kia Center, Orlando
1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Indiana Pacers vs Brooklyn Nets
06:00 PM
03:00 PM
03:30 AM (Next day)
Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Golden State Warriors vs LA Clippers
09:30 PM
06:30 PM
07:00 AM (Next day)
Chase Center, San Francisco
1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors
10:00 PM
07:00 PM
07:30 AM (Next day)
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
NBA 2026-27: Group Stage Match Previews
Match 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
Date: 1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 04:30 PM ET | 01:30 PM PT | 02:00 AM IST (Next day)
Venue: Kia Center, Orlando
NBA Projected Starters
Orlando Magic
Position
Starter
Point Guard
Jase Richardson
Shooting Guard
Anthony Black
Small Forward
Desmond Bane
Power Forward
Franz Wagner
Center
Wendell Carter Jr.
Boston Celtics
Position
Starter
Point Guard
Derrick White
Shooting Guard
Paul George
Small Forward
Jayson Tatum
Power Forward
Jordan Walsh
Center
Mitchell Robinson
NBA Group Stage Statistics – Advanced
Metrics
Orlando Magic
Boston Celtics
Games played
5
5
Offensive Rating
109.4
118.0
Defensive Rating
117.0
108.1
Net Rating
-7.6
9.8
Assist %
71.3%
66.2%
Assist Ratio
19.2
19.1
Offensive Rebound %
27.2%
29.8%
Defensive Rebound %
63.9%
65.1%
Rebound %
46.4%
48.0%
Turnover %
16.9%
15.4%
Effective Field Goal %
53.9%
55.8%
True Shooting %
58.2%
59.6%
Pace Factor
100.80
100.70
Player Impact Estimate
46.3
55.3
Analysis
The Celtics will head into this game with a clear edge. This is decided by both ends of the floor in terms of offensive and defensive efficiency. Boston’s 118.0 Offensive Rating and 108.1 Defensive Rating surpass Orlando’s figures. Tatum and Paul George form an explosive duo, while White provides additional playmaking capabilities for Boston.
Additionally, the Celtics have a Net Rating of 9.8 and a True Shooting Percentage of 59.6%. The Assist Percentage of 71.3% by Orlando indicates good ball movement by the team. Orlando’s defensive struggle is still a lag for them to rectify. Boston has a balanced offense and strong overall performance, which makes them favorites.
The Pick: Boston Celtics
Match 2: Indiana Pacers vs Brooklyn Nets
Date: 1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 06:00 PM ET | 03:00 PM PT | 03:30 AM IST (Next day)
Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
NBA Projected Starters
Indiana Pacers
Position
Starter
Point Guard
Tyrese Haliburton
Shooting Guard
Andrew Nembhard
Small Forward
Aaron Nesmith
Power Forward
Pascal Siakam
Center
Ivica Zubac
Brooklyn Nets
Position
Starter
Point Guard
Egor Demin
Shooting Guard
Nolan Traore
Small Forward
Michael Porter Jr.
Power Forward
Julius Randle
Center
Day’Ron Sharpe
NBA Group Stage Statistics – Advanced
Metrics
Indiana Pacers
Brooklyn Nets
Games played
6
5
Offensive Rating
112.9
104.8
Defensive Rating
115.6
115.2
Net Rating
-2.7
-10.5
Assist %
68.9%
62.4%
Assist Ratio
19.9
16.1
Offensive Rebound %
27.5%
30.1%
Defensive Rebound %
67.7%
73.2%
Rebound %
47.5%
50.8%
Turnover %
14.8%
18.3%
Effective Field Goal %
54.4%
50.8%
True Shooting %
57.7%
55.3%
Pace Factor
103.50
103.05
Player Impact Estimate
48.1
43.2
Analysis
The Pacers have a superior offensive record as well as a more efficient team compared to Brooklyn. With an Offensive Rating of 112.9 and a Net Rating of -2.7, they outshine Brooklyn in these two aspects. The ability of Tyrese Haliburton to create scoring chances for Pascal Siakam. Andrew Nembhard is another key strength of the Pacers.
Indiana has a higher Assist Percentage of 68.9% and Turnover Rate of 14.8%. While the Nets have an edge when it comes to rebounding, they lack offensive capability. The Nets are facing difficulties in their net rating, at -10.5. Indiana’s balanced attack and home-field advantage make them favorites.
The Pick: Indiana Pacers
Match 3: Golden State Warriors vs LA Clippers
Date: 1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 09:30 PM ET | 06:30 PM PT | 07:00 AM IST (Next day)
Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco
NBA Projected Starters
Golden State Warriors
Position
Starter
Point Guard
Stephen Curry
Shooting Guard
Brandin Podziemski
Small Forward
Yaxel Lendeborg
Power Forward
Gui Santos
Center
Draymond Green
LA Clippers
Position
Starter
Point Guard
Darius Garland
Shooting Guard
Kris Dunn
Small Forward
Derrick Jones Jr.
Power Forward
Rui Hachimura
Center
Isaiah Jackson
NBA Group Stage Statistics – Advanced
Metrics
Golden State Warriors
LA Clippers
Games played
6
5
Offensive Rating
116.3
104.4
Defensive Rating
115.3
110.3
Net Rating
0.9
-5.9
Assist %
67.4%
68.1
Assist Ratio
18.1
17.7
Offensive Rebound %
37.6%
30.8%
Defensive Rebound %
68%
68.8%
Rebound %
52%
50%
Turnover %
17.3%
22.2%
Effective Field Goal %
53.5%
53.2%
True Shooting %
58.3%
57.6%
Pace Factor
100.17
101.20
Player Impact Estimate
49.0
46.9
Analysis
Golden State enters the contest with the edge in offense and efficiency. Their Offensive Rating of 116.3, along with their Net Rating of 0.9, both outmatch those of the Clippers. Stephen Curry continues to be a prolific scorer backed up by Brandin Podziemski. In addition, the Warriors are dominant in the offensive rebounding department at 37.6%. The Clippers outmatch the Warriors with an improved Defensive Rating of 110.3. Nevertheless, their Turnover Percentage of 22.2 is still a serious drawback in this contest. The Warriors have good ball possession and home-court advantage in this contest.
The Pick: Golden State Warriors
Match 4: Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors
Date: 1 November 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 10:00 PM ET | 07:00 PM PT | 07:30 AM IST (Next day)
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
NBA Projected Starters
Los Angeles Lakers
Position
Starter
Point Guard
Luka Doncic
Shooting Guard
Austin Reaves
Small Forward
Ziaire Williams
Power Forward
Matisse Thybulle
Center
Walker Kessler
Toronto Raptors
Position
Starter
Point Guard
Immanuel Quickley
Shooting Guard
RJ Barrett
Small Forward
Ja’Kobe Walter
Power Forward
Scottie Barnes
Center
Jakob Poeltl
NBA Group Stage Statistics – Advanced
Metrics
Los Angeles Lakers
Toronto Raptors
Games played
6
5
Offensive Rating
119.3
114.7
Defensive Rating
113.3
103.9
Net Rating
6.0
10.8
Assist %
56.3%
65.7%
Assist Ratio
17.0
18.8
Offensive Rebound %
29.8%
35.8%
Defensive Rebound %
63.4%
67.2%
Rebound %
47.6%
50.5%
Turnover %
18%
13.9%
Effective Field Goal %
59.2%
51.1%
True Shooting %
63.4%
55.3%
Pace Factor
99.67
102.00
Player Impact Estimate
52.8
55.6
Analysis
Defensively, the Lakers will have the upper hand with a 119.3 Offensive Rating and a 63.4% True Shooting. The availability of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves makes the Lakers potent on the offensive end. On the other hand, the Raptors have the best 10.8 Net Rating and Defensive Rating at 103.9.
This is the same case with rebounding, assists, and ball control. With a 35.8 Offensive Rebound Percentage, second chances may be created. The Lakers should minimize turnovers and increase consistency in defense. The Raptors are well-balanced to play this game, but home-court and shooting efficiencies will give Los Angeles a slight edge.
The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers
Conclusion
Sunday is scheduled to host four group matches with differing levels of strength and challenge. Efficiency in scoring and turnovers will see Boston come out on top to beat Orlando. Indiana will be expected to win against Brooklyn based on their better scoring offense and passing.
Scoring ability and good rebounding will ensure that Golden State wins over the Clippers. Los Angeles will need a more difficult game to beat the Raptors based on their defense and rebounding. However, the shooting statistics and home-court advantage will be with the Lakers. These matches will surely alter the current standings after game night.