Has an NBA game ever ended138–116?
Yes, 8 times.

Every 138–116 game (8 times)
- February 9, 2026Minnesota Timberwolves 138, Atlanta Hawks 116
- November 7, 1986Los Angeles Lakers 138, Denver Nuggets 116
- March 14, 1982Los Angeles Lakers 138, Dallas Mavericks 116
- February 5, 1977Golden State Warriors 138, Milwaukee Bucks 116
- February 2, 1977Philadelphia 76ers 138, Detroit Pistons 116
- February 23, 1973Houston Rockets 138, Philadelphia 76ers 116
- December 27, 1965Cincinnati Royals 138, New York Knicks 116
- March 10, 1959New York Knicks 138, Boston Celtics 116