NBA Previews

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Houston Rockets Game Preview Houston’s rough stretch continues after a 111-91 loss to Oklahoma City ended a seven-game home winning streak. The Rockets entered the fourth quarter down two, then got buried when the offense stalled and the physicality flipped the game. The bigger issue is the shot-making. Houston’s defense can keep it close, but when the

Memphis Grizzlies vs Orlando Magic Picks and Predictions – Thursday, January 15, 2026 Orlando gets a rare “home” feel in Berlin, with Moe Wagner, Franz Wagner, and Tristan da Silva playing in front of a friendly crowd at Uber Arena. It’s a real edge if this turns into a momentum game, because energy swings faster on a neutral floor when

Utah Jazz vs Dallas Mavericks Picks and Predictions – Thursday, January 15, 2026 Utah opens a two-game set in Dallas on the second night of a back-to-back, and Brice Sensabaugh is coming in scorching after a career night. The Jazz have played with better edge in January, but the schedule spot is real, especially if Lauri Markkanen’s status stays uncertain.

Phoenix Suns vs Detroit Pistons Picks and Predictions – Thursday, January 15, 2026 Detroit should look a lot closer to full strength on Thursday, and that matters because the Pistons have built their East-leading resume on consistency and physicality. Cade Cunningham is trending back, and getting the frontcourt rotation healthier raises Detroit’s floor on both ends. Phoenix opens a long

Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat Picks and Predictions – Thursday, January 15, 2026 Bam Adebayo finally looked like himself again on Tuesday, and Miami needs that version if it’s going to handle Boston’s physicality for four quarters. The Heat’s offense has been streaky, but when Adebayo is aggressive as a scorer, it stabilizes everything around him. Boston comes in trying

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets Picks and Predictions – Thursday, January 15, 2026 Houston finally stopped the bleeding with a much-needed win, and the timing matters because this homestand now brings in the Thunder with OKC chasing a fifth straight victory. The Rockets’ offensive efficiency has been volatile, but when the ball security holds, their shot quality improves fast.

Milwaukee Bucks vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction, Odds & Best Bet The Milwaukee Bucks hit the road Thursday night looking for an immediate response after getting run off their own floor by Minnesota. Now they walk into San Antonio against a Spurs team that has dropped two straight but has been far more consistent on both ends over the last

Charlotte Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Picks and Predictions – Thursday, January 15, 2026 The Lakers finally snapped their skid with a statement shooting night, and now they try to stack offense again when the Hornets come to town Thursday. Los Angeles just drilled threes at an unsustainable clip in its last outing, but the bigger takeaway is the energy

Atlanta Hawks vs Portland Trail Blazers Picks and Predictions – Thursday, January 15, 2026 Portland gets Atlanta at home on Thursday night, but the handicap starts with availability. Deni Avdija is doubtful again, and the Blazers are still trying to get Jrue Holiday back to full rhythm after the long calf absence. If Avdija sits, Portland’s offense is easier to