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PREVIEW: The Philadelphia 76ers will face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, who rank first in three-point shooting frequency at 52.2% and second in forcing turnovers. Meanwhile, the 76ers boast a low turnover rate ranked fifth overall, though they rank 19th in defensive three-point shooting. Tyrese Maxey continues his breakout season, averaging 34.4 points and 8.4 assists per game. The Cavaliers, anchored by reigning Defensive Player of the Year Evan Mobley, feature Donovan Mitchell on the floor, though stopping Maxey will be their biggest challenge. The Sixers are playing on the second night of a back-to-back and will likely be without Joel...

PREVIEW: The Denver Nuggets (5-2) host the Miami Heat (4-3) on Wednesday, November 5 at Ball Arena , setting up a showdown between the league's top offensive forces. Denver boasts elite efficiency with top-ranked three-point shooting and rim attacks, while ranking sixth defensively against perimeter attempts. The Heat counter with a quick-tempo system that ranks first in pace while allowing few shots at the rim on defense. The Nuggets rank second in offensive efficiency at 122.7 points per game , making them a tough assignment for any opponent trying to contain their firepower. Nikola Jokic continues his MVP-caliber run, averaging a...

PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons (5-2) will look to extend a three-game winning run when hosting the Utah Jazz (3-4) on November 5, 2025 at Little Caesars Arena. Detroit is off to a strong start but will be missing a key player in Tobias Harris in this matchup, with the veteran forward set to miss a second straight game. Utah isn't healthy either without starting center Walker Kessler, but pulled off a road upset against the Boston Celtics in its last game. The Pistons rank first in attacking the rim on offense while allowing few shots at the basket on defense,...

PREVIEW: The Brooklyn Nets (0-7) will try to end a seven-game losing streak when they visit the Indiana Pacers (1-6) on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse as 6.5-point underdogs. Brooklyn has been bludgeoned by opponents throughout the season, with the league's worst defense allowing 128.5 points per 100 possessions—six points worse than any other team. The Nets rank 24th in attacking the rim while allowing the 25th-most shots at the basket on defense, suggesting they struggle both offensively and defensively in the paint. After falling to Minnesota 125-109, Cameron Thomas led the effort with 25 points, though the...

PREVIEW: The New Orleans Pelicans and Dallas Mavericks meet Wednesday at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, with tip-off set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Both teams are struggling early in the season, with New Orleans holding a 1-6 record and Dallas sitting at 2-5. The Pelicans arrived in Dallas with the worst record among the Mavericks' next three opponents, while both squads are dealing with significant injury concerns heading into the matchup. Zion Williamson leads New Orleans with 22.8 points per game, while Jordan Poole has added 18.3 points as the team searches for consistency on offense. The Mavericks enter this...

PREVIEW: The Houston Rockets arrive in Memphis as road favorites against the Grizzlies, who have lost three consecutive games and suspended star guard Ja Morant. Houston has rebounded from a slow start to the season and now ranks second in the NBA in net rating while leading the league in offensive rating. The Rockets rank second in the league at limiting low-quality three-point looks, but they play at one of the slowest tempos (28th) and take relatively few threes (3PA% 35.1%, 28th). Coming off a 110-102 victory over Dallas on Monday, the Rockets were led by Alperen Sengun's 26 points...

PREVIEW: The Los Angeles Lakers host the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena, with tip-off scheduled for 10 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Spurs bring elite rim attack capabilities (ranked 3rd) and strong defensive rebounding (ranked 3rd), while the Lakers counter with the league's best perimeter defense (ranked 1st) and efficient inside scoring (ranked 3rd). Los Angeles gets Luka Doncic back after he missed the previous game, bringing a massive production boost with averages of 41.3 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 8.3 assists, though Austin Reaves' status remains uncertain. The Lakers have been playing excellent basketball of late, stringing together...

PREVIEW: The Oklahoma City Thunder arrive in Portland undefeated at 8-0, looking to extend their winning streak against a Trail Blazers team sitting at 4-3. Oklahoma City's defensive prowess stands out immediately, ranking in the top five in defensive categories including few shots at the rim allowed and strong perimeter defense. The Thunder's offensive efficiency shines through their elite free-throw shooting at 85.6 percent, ranking first in that category, while maintaining a low turnover rate. History heavily favors the visitors, as the Thunder have won the last 10 matchups between these teams, including an 118-108 victory at Moda Center in...

PREVIEW: The Minnesota Timberwolves visit Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks on Wednesday , a matchup that carries significant weight given the recent player movement between these franchises. The Knicks boast elite defensive metrics, ranking first in defense against attacks at the rim and first in defensive rebounding, while also shooting efficiently from three-point range at 47.8% as a team. Anthony Edwards remains questionable after missing time with a hamstring injury, a variable that could dramatically shift Minnesota's offensive ceiling if he takes the floor. The Timberwolves rank fifth in limiting shots attacking the rim on defense...

PREVIEW: The Washington Wizards arrive at TD Garden ranked 2nd in quick tempo while simultaneously struggling with defensive efficiency, allowing plenty of attacks at the rim and ranking 29th in turnover creation. Washington is fighting through a five-game losing streak after falling to the Knicks 119-102 on Monday. Offensively, the Wizards rank 25th in scoring, averaging 112.6 points per game while shooting 45.3% from the field. On the defensive end, the situation is dire, with the team allowing 127.0 points per game and permitting opponents to shoot 47.6% overall and 36.3% from three. The Boston Celtics showcase elite ball security ranked...