We preview selected NBA fixtures taking place on the 17th of January 2019.
James Harden looks to continue his phenomenal scoring form as the Houston Rockets host the Brooklyn Nets, while a struggling Cleveland need a change of fortune as they travel to take on the Trail Blazers.
Read our previews here:
Pistons 6/10 vs Magic 12/10
Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Michigan
2:00
The Orlando Magic travel to Detroit to face the Pistons in search of their third consecutive win after beating the Celtics and Rockets. Those two wins, however, came at home, though. Their record on the road leaves little to be desired, losing each of the last four times they travelled.
Detroit lost their 17th game from 22 matches and will need a change in fortune as their home advantage looks to lend them a hand.
Verdict: Pistons 6/10
Rockets 11/20 vs Nets 27/20
Toyota Center, Houston, Texas
3:00
Mavericks 8/10 vs Spurs 9/10
American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas
3:30
Verdict: Spurs 9/10
Moda Center, Portland, Oregon
Warriors 7/20 vs Pelicans 39/20
Oracle Arena, Oakland, California
5:30
The Golden State Warriors look to seal their 22nd victory in 24 games. The defending champs set a new record after they scored 51 points in a quarter against Denver on the 16th of January. The Pelicans will have their hands full in the likes of Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, especially at the Oracle Arena.
Verdict: Warriors 7/20
Clippers 7/10 vs Jazz 1/1
Staples Center, Los Angeles, California
5:30
The Utah Jazz will play away from their comfort zone when they head off to Los Angeles to take on the Clippers. Utah are on a four-match winning streak with all matches played at home – their next match on the road should test their mettle. Danilo Gallinari will be the player to watch for the Clippers who need to turn around their three-match losing streak.
Verdict: LA Clippers 7/10
