NBA Games on TV Today - Monday, January 20, 2025
Sports Games on TV Today, Tonight - Tuesday, January 20, 2025
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| NBA REGULAR SEASON | Time ET | TV |
| Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets | 3:00pm | KFAA FanDuel Sports SE |
| Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets | 6:00pm | FanDuel Sports DET SCHN |
| Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks | 3:00pm | MSG FanDuel Sports SE |
| Phoenix Suns vs Cleveland Cavaliers | 3:30pm | AFSN FanDuel Sports OH |
| Boston Celtics vs Golden State Warriors | 5:00pm | TNT |
| Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies | 7:00pm | TNT FanDuel Sports SE |
| Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans | 8:00pm | KJZZ GCSN |
Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets Preview, What to Watch
In their upcoming NBA game, the Charlotte Hornets will host the Dallas Mavericks. The Hornets are the third-worst club in the Eastern Conference going into this game, while their opponents are ranked seventh in the Western Conference. Continue reading to see our prediction for this game.
The Hornets are feeling rejuvenated and will go into this game with every expectation of winning. Despite having one of the worst records this season, Charles Lee's team has won three of their previous four games.
The Hornets had only won two of their last 23 games before to this run of success. Charlotte is currently on a two-game winning streak after defeating the Bulls 125-123 on the road.
The Mavericks continued their lackluster performance while the Hornets saw an improvement in their play. Jason Kidd's team has lost eight of their last eleven games and has lost all five of their recent away games.
However, they defeated the high-flying OKC Thunder 106-98 to end a three-match losing streak and restore their spirits.
Due to his ongoing injury, Luka Doncic will not be traveling to Charlotte. Dallas has defeated their soon-to-be hosts in their last two meetings.
Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets Preview, What to Watch
On Monday night, the Houston Rockets will meet the Detroit Pistons at the Toyota Center in the NBA. The Pistons (21-21) are in ninth place in the East Conference, while the Rockets (28-13) are in second place in the Western Conference. See our prediction for the match below.
The Houston Rockets, who have been playing well lately, defeated the Trail Blazers 125-103 on the road on Sunday to win their sixth straight game.
Both Alperen Sengun and Jalen Green scored more than 20 points. Houston made 14 of 31 shots from beyond the arc and 44% from the field as a team. They pulled away to victory with 74 points in the second half.
Despite allowing just 107.9 points per game (fourth overall), the Rockets are averaging 114.2 points per game this season, which ranks them 12th in the league.
After losing to the Suns 125-121 on Sunday, the Detroit Pistons, who have won 10 of their previous 14 games, will be hoping to get back to winning ways here.
Right up until the Suns went on what ended up being a game-winning 9-4 run in the final seconds of the fourth quarter, Detroit was in the game.
This season, the Pistons are in the middle of the rankings in both categories, ranking 15th in terms of points scored (112.3) and 16th in terms of points against (113.5).
Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks Preview, What to Watch
Monday's NBA game between the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks will take place at Madison Square Garden. The Hawks (22-19) are ranked sixth in the conference, while the Knicks (27-16) are third in the Eastern Conference. Now, let's forecast the match.
Following a difficult 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves on Saturday, the New York Knicks have been losing lately and are now 4-6 in their previous ten games.
The only player from New York to score more than 20 points was Jalen Brunson. They were outscored 35-21 in the fourth quarter after shooting only 38% from the field and 14 of 34 from long range as a team.
This season, the Knicks remain in the top 10 in both categories, ranking seventh in terms of points per game (117.0) and tenth in terms of points against (111.1).
The Atlanta Hawks, meanwhile, will be extremely proud of themselves after defeating the Celtics 119-115 in overtime on Sunday to record their third consecutive victory.
With the help of Dyson Daniels' 23 points on 11 of 14 shooting and Trae Young's 28 points and 11 assists, Atlanta overcame a 10-point hole against the Celtics.
The Hawks are among the league's weakest defenses, giving up 119.0 points per game (28th overall), despite their sixth-place average of 117.2 points per game.
Phoenix Suns vs Cleveland Cavaliers Preview, What to Watch
Monday's NBA game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Phoenix Suns will take place at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. The Suns (21-20) are ranked 10th in the Western Conference, while the Cavaliers (35-6) are leading the Western Conference. Now, let's forecast the match.
The Cleveland Cavaliers, who have been the top team in the Eastern Conference so far this season, defeated the Timberwolves 124-117 on Saturday to record their 14th victory in 16.
Georges Niang contributed 15 points, Darius Garland contributed 29 points, and Donovan Mitchell put on another outstanding effort with 36 points and seven assists.
This season, the Cavaliers are the second-highest scoring team in the NBA (122.1 points per game), and they give up 112.1 points per game, ranking 13th overall.
The Phoenix Suns, meanwhile, are playing well and are currently aiming for their third straight victory after defeating the Detroit Pistons 125-121 on Saturday.
All-Stars Phoenix made seven of 25 long-range shots and shot 50% from the field, scoring 71 points with Kevin Durant and Devin Booker combined.
The Suns are in 14th place with an average of 113.2 points per game, and they give up 114.3 points per game in 20th place.
Boston Celtics vs Golden State Warriors Preview, What to Watch
Although the Warriors are 16th in the league with an average of 111.4 points per game this season, they rank in the top 10 defensively, giving up 110.8 points per game.
The Boston Celtics, on the other hand, have not played at their best this season and are currently trying to recover from Sunday's 119-115 overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
Although four Boston players scored more than 20 points, the team appeared to run out of steam in the extra time, losing by four points with just 11 points.
Fourth in terms of points scored (117.5) and sixth in terms of points against (108.6), the C's remain in the top 10 on both counts.
Although the Warriors are 16th in the league with an average of 111.4 points per game this season, they rank in the top 10 defensively, giving up 110.8 points per game.
The Boston Celtics, on the other hand, have not played at their best this season and are currently trying to recover from Sunday's 119-115 overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
Although four Boston players scored more than 20 points, the team appeared to run out of steam in the extra time, losing by four points with just 11 points.
Fourth in terms of points scored (117.5) and sixth in terms of points against (108.6), the C's remain in the top 10 on both counts.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Preview, What to Watch
On Monday, the Minnesota Timberwolves will play the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA at the FedEx Forum. The Timberwolves (22-20) are ranked ninth in the Western Conference, while the Grizz (27-15) are ranked third. Now, let's forecast the match.
After defeating the Spurs 140–112 on Saturday, the Memphis Grizzlies, who have lost two of their last ten games, are now hoping for their third consecutive victory.
The squad won handily with to 29 points from Santi Aldama, 22 points each from Jaylen Wells and Desmond Bane, and 19 points and four assists from Jaren Jackson Jr.
Despite allowing 115.1 points per game (ranked 22nd overall), the Grizz are the NBA's top-scoring club this season (123.4 points per game).
The Minnesota Timberwolves, on the other hand, have been playing well lately, but they will need to win again after losing 124-117 to the resurgent Cavaliers over the weekend.
With 28 points, Anthony Edwards was the highest scorer. Minnesota only scored 17 points in the third quarter and failed to catch up in the fourth, despite shooting 47% from the field and 15 of 38 from long range.
With an average of 110.1 points per game, the Timberwolves are ranked 22nd in the scoring charts; but, they have a top-five defense, giving up only 108.0 points per game.
Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans Preview, What to Watch
NBA action will take place at Smoothie King Center on Tuesday between the Utah Jazz (10-30) and the New Orleans Pelicans (11-32). The Jazz are ranked 15th in the Western Conference rankings, and the Pelicans are ranked 14th. This is our prediction for the match.
The New Orleans Pelicans enter this game having defeated the Utah Jazz 13 points (136–123) at home on Saturday.
Zion Williamson stole the show with 24 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 assists, but CJ McCollum led the team with 26 points.
Unrestrained in their optimism, the Pelicans have won three in a row and are 4-1 in their past five games following back-to-back losses to the Timberwolves and the Blazers.
In addition to extending their losing streak to two games, the Utah Jazz fell to the basement of the Western Conference standings after their aforementioned loss to the Pelicans on Saturday.
With a mix of young players and seasoned players at their disposal, the Jazz have dropped 30 of their past 40 games this season and could have their worst season in almost ten years.
The team has a 2-5 record in their previous seven games and is now on a two-game losing streak away from home.
