What happened: Pascal Siakam knocked down a turnaround fadeaway jumper during regular-season play. The basket added to his offensive production in the opening month of the 2026-27 campaign.

Why it matters: The forward, who previously converted at the rim in late October, continues to shoulder substantial scoring responsibility. His mid-range shot creation provides reliable offense as early-season rotations settle.

By the numbers: Siakam has recorded 19.8 points per game, 6.0 rebounds per game, and 3.6 assists per game in 2026-27 through 10 games.

What to watch: Siakam looks to maintain his scoring pace as November regular-season play continues.

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