NBA Games on TV Today - Friday, January 31, 2025
NBA Basketball Games on TV Today, Tonight - Friday, January 31, 2025
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| NBA REGULAR SEASON | Time ET | TV |
| Los Angeles Clippers vs Charlotte Hornets | 7:00pm | FanDuel Sports SoCal FanDuel Sports SE |
| Dallas Mavericks vs Detroit Pistons | 7:00pm | KFAA FanDuel Sports DET |
| Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers | 7:30pm | ESPN ALT NBCS-PHI |
| Boston Celtics vs New Orleans Pelicans | 8:00pm | NBCS-BOS GCSN |
| Milwaukee Bucks vs San Antonio Spurs | 8:00pm | KENS FanDuel Sports WI |
| Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors | 10:00pm | ESPN AFSN NBCS-BAY |
Los Angeles Clippers vs Charlotte Hornets Preview, What to Watch
The Los Angeles Clippers and Charlotte Hornets are in adjustment mode, but right now things seem to be working better for the Clippers.
When the teams meet Friday night in Charlotte, Los Angeles should have forward Kawhi Leonard for his 10th game of the season, while the Hornets will have to make do without leading scorer LaMelo Ball.
The Clippers won 128-116 against the host San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. They're 3-1 in their past four games and 7-3 in their last 10.
The offense flowed through the starting unit in the San Antonio game, with four players eclipsing the 20-point mark. That included 27 points apiece from Leonard and Norman Powell, who secured his 19th game with at least 25 points. Powell has posted 20 or more points in 11 of the last 12 games.
Powell has posted 20 or more points in 11 of the last 12 games.
The Clippers continue to work Leonard back into the flow. Coming off a late beginning to his season, he has a restriction of 28 minutes, so coach Tyronn Lue said part of the plan has been to save some of his availability for late in games.
James Harden committed six turnovers Wednesday, all in the first half. Lue said the Clippers finally adjusted and did better dealing with full-court pressure in the second half.
But Harden has been charged with six turnovers in three of the past four games.
Following Wednesday's 104-83 loss to the Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte has now dropped four of its previous five games. Even though Miles Bridges scored 23 points, it was the Hornets' lowest-scoring game of the season.
Ball missed Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers after suffering an ankle strain on Monday. It seemed like good news for the frequently injured standout when the Hornets announced that he will be re-evaluated in a week.
The Hornets still need to figure out how to make up for Ball's absence and swingman Brandon Miller's season-ending injury.
Dallas Mavericks vs Detroit Pistons Preview, What to Watch
On Friday night, the Detroit Pistons will meet the Dallas Mavericks at Little Caesars Arena in the NBA. The Mavs (26-22) are in eighth place in the Western Conference, while the Pistons (23-24) are in eighth place in the Eastern Conference. Now, let's anticipate the match!
The Detroit Pistons, who lost to the Pacers 133-119 in midweek, will be looking to get back into the win column tonight after dropping their third straight game.
Together, Malik Beasley and Cade Cunningham scored 52 points, and Detroit made 12 of 34 shots from beyond the arc and 49% from the field.
This season, the Pistons are in the middle of the pack in both categories, ranking 16th in terms of points scored per game (111.9 PPG) and 17th in terms of points against (113.5 PPG).
The Dallas Mavericks, however, are beginning to improve and defeated the Pelicans 137-136 on the road on Wednesday to record their third victory in four games.
Kyrie Irving and PJ Washington each scored 25 points. Dallas made 20 of 43 long-range tries and fired an outstanding 54% from the field.
With an average of 115.9 points per game this season, the Mavericks rank in the top 10 in terms of offensive scoring; yet, their defense, which gives up 112.6 points per game, is mediocre.
Denver Nuggets vs Philadelphia 76ers Preview, What to Watch
In their upcoming NBA game, the Denver Nuggets will travel to play the Philadelphia 76ers. While the Sixers are 11th in the East, they come into this matchup with the fourth-best record in the Western Conference. Continue reading to see our prediction for this game.
After losing the rematch in Denver a week ago by a score of 35 points, the Sixers have reacted admirably. They have won four in a row, which is just the second time this season they have done so.
Nick Nurse's team just defeated the visiting Kings 117-104, but they have a dismal 19-27 record overall. They have defeated the Lakers, Bulls, and the soaring Cavaliers during their purple patch.
Due to a setback, the Nuggets had dropped their last three games going into this one. During a five-game road trip, they are going through a turbulent time.
The last two losses were against competition from the East. Denver has lost to the Knicks and the Bulls, and they gave up more than 120 points in both games.
In their most recent game, Mike Malone's team lost to the Knicks 122-112. Before this skid, the Nuggets had won four in a row.
According to the most recent injury report, Denver's only serious injury worries are long-term absences Da'Ron Holmes and Vlatko Cancar.
Boston Celtics vs New Orleans Pelicans Preview, What to Watch
In their upcoming NBA game, the Boston Celtics will visit the New Orleans Pelicans. The hosts are in second place in the Western Conference going into this game, while the Celtics are in second place in the Eastern Conference. Our prediction for this match is below.
With back-to-back losses, the Pelicans have recently regressed. Midway through January, Willie Green's team earned seven victories in ten games, seemingly solving their problems.
They moved up from the bottom of the West standings with their finest run of results this season. They have now lost four straight games after winning four in a row.
The Mavericks defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 137-136 at home in a thrilling game. So far, 36 of their 48 games have ended in defeat.
The Celtics have defeated the Pelicans seven times in a row. However, this winning streak nearly ended in their most recent meeting.
Two weeks ago, Joe Mazzulla's team, which has been playing erratic lately, fought to win a close game at home 120-119.
Last time out, the Celtics, who might not have veteran forward Al Horford for this trip, resumed their winning ways. They only won their second of the last four games, defeating the Bulls 122-100 at home.
Milwaukee Bucks vs San Antonio Spurs Preview, What to Watch
In their second NBA meeting of the season, the San Antonio Spurs will host the Milwaukee Bucks. While the Bucks have the fourth-best record in the East, they are currently in 12th place in the Western Conference. Continue reading to see our prediction for this game.
The Spurs are in bad form and have only won twice in their last ten games going into this matchup. They are now out of the postseason bracket due to this unwelcome stretch.
Gregg Popovich's team is 2.5 games out of the top 10 and four games below.500. The Spurs' most recent home loss versus the Clippers, 128-116, was their twenty-fourth defeat.
The Bucks are coming off a setback and have dropped two of their past three games. Prior to their recent halting play, Doc Rivers' team had only lost once in nine games.
The Bucks, who are now on a four-game road trip out west, lost to the Blazers 125–112 last time out. They fell to 0.5 games ahead of their nearest rivals for fourth place in the East after their 19th defeat of the season.
However, the visitors will be sure of winning because they have had a strong run against the Spurs. The Bucks have triumphed over the Spurs four times in a row, including the rematch earlier in January, 121-105.
Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Preview, What to Watch
On Friday's NBA schedule, the Golden State Warriors will face the Phoenix Suns in an attempt to build on a significant victory in their most recent game. With a 24-23 record, the Dubs are ranked 11th in the Western Conference, while the Suns are in ninth place with a 24-22 record.
In Wednesday's game against the top-seeded Thunder, the Warriors overcame a 14-point deficit in the first quarter to win 116-109 at home. This was in spite of playing the second half of a back-to-back, which emphasizes how remarkable the victory was.
With 27 points and 5 for 8 from beyond the arc, Andrew Wiggins was the highlight of the surprise win.
On Friday's NBA schedule, the Golden State Warriors will face the Phoenix Suns in an attempt to build on a significant victory in their most recent game. With a 24-23 record, the Dubs are ranked 11th in the Western Conference, while the Suns are in ninth place with a 24-22 record.
In Wednesday's game against the top-seeded Thunder, the Warriors overcame a 14-point deficit in the first quarter to win 116-109 at home. This was in spite of playing the second half of a back-to-back, which emphasizes how remarkable the victory was.
With 27 points and 5 for 8 from beyond the arc, Andrew Wiggins was the highlight of the surprise win.
