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PREVIEW: The Sacramento Kings will host the Atlanta Hawks in a matchup between two teams moving in opposite directions. The Kings have looked very poor at the start of this season, with only three wins in 11 games played , while the Hawks boast six wins in 11 games and have been in good form over the last few games, winning three of their last four. Sacramento ranks first in high-frequency midrange shots but struggles defensively against rim attacks and ranks 26th in offensive spacing , revealing a team stuck in a half-court offensive approach. Atlanta, by contrast, leads the...

PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons enter this matchup with elite rim defense ranked first in the league, while simultaneously ranking first in attacking the rim on offense. Detroit has won seven consecutive games with an average margin of victory of 11.0 points per game , establishing themselves as the Eastern Conference's hottest team. The Bulls counter with aggressive attacking tendencies ranked second leaguewide, complemented by solid passing ranked third , though their defensive weakness against three-point shooting ranks them 25th in that critical category. Chicago arrives struggling through a three-game losing streak capped by a 121-117 home defeat to San Antonio. Detroit's...

PREVIEW: The Miami Heat (7-4) will host the Cleveland Cavaliers (7-4) on Wednesday night at Kaseya Center , setting up a rematch just two days after an overtime thriller where Andrew Wiggins hit the game-winning alley-oop dunk at the buzzer, giving Miami a 140-138 victory. Cleveland ranks first in the league with high-frequency three-point shooting at 50.5% of their attempts, while also ranking second in forcing turnovers and third in efficient attacking the rim . However, the Cavaliers will be severely shorthanded with Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Jaylon Tyson all unavailable , forcing a parade of reserves...

PREVIEW: The Denver Nuggets bring elite defensive discipline to the Intuit Dome, ranking first in limiting quality three-point looks while also leading the league in ball movement. Denver arrives riding a five-game winning streak, while Los Angeles has dropped five consecutive contests. The Nuggets are averaging 124 points on efficient 50.7 percent shooting while holding opponents to just 110.7 points. Nikola Jokic continues his MVP-caliber season with 25.2 points and 13 rebounds per game, complemented by Jamal Murray's steady 22.8 points and 5.3 rebounds. The Clippers counter with an offensive identity centered on post-up plays—they rank first in that category—but their...

PREVIEW: The Golden State Warriors arrive in San Antonio ranked second in high-frequency three-point shooting while the Spurs rank fourth in defensive discipline against rim attacks. Golden State's ability to launch three-pointers at a 48.6% rate will be tested against San Antonio's league-leading interior defense, which allows few shots attacking the rim. The Spurs have been stellar, winning eight of their first ten games and chasing a fourth consecutive victory after sneaking past Chicago on the road. The Warriors, meanwhile, are stuck in a slump after losing five of their last seven games, including a blowout defeat to Oklahoma City...

PREVIEW: The Oklahoma City Thunder (11-1) will look to build on a three-game winning streak when hosting the Los Angeles Lakers (8-3) on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Paycom Center. The Thunder rank first defensively in few shots allowed attacking the rim, while the Lakers counter with the league's most efficient attacking rim offense. Oklahoma City enters as a 7-point favorite , a spread that reflects their dominant start to the season. The Lakers have won six of their last seven games overall and will be eager to stay hot after taking down the Hornets in a 121-111 road victory...

PREVIEW: The Memphis Grizzlies visit the Boston Celtics on Wednesday at TD Garden , where two struggling squads will look to arrest their recent downturns. Memphis has lost six of their last seven games , while Boston has dropped four of their last six , setting the stage for a matchup between teams searching for answers. The Grizzlies rank fourth in quick tempo and feature efficient free throw shooting at 83.5 percent , giving them the foundation to compete in a faster-paced environment. However, their offensive rebounding ranks 24th in the league at just 23.3 percent , a critical weakness...

PREVIEW: The Milwaukee Bucks arrive at Spectrum Center ranked first in efficient three-point shooting and second in attacking the rim, while the Charlotte Hornets boast fourth-ranked spacing on offense. Giannis Antetokounmpo is having an elite season, averaging 33.4 points and 11.9 rebounds per game on 62.9% shooting , though his knee issue leaves his status questionable heading into tip-off. The Hornets have struggled mightily in recent contests, winning just three of their last ten games while averaging 118.2 points. Milwaukee's defensive profile includes a ranking of sixth in three-point attempts allowed, showcasing a disciplined perimeter approach. Charlotte has limited defensive options...

PREVIEW: The New York Knicks (7-3) will attempt to extend a five-game win streak when they host the Orlando Magic (5-6) on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Madison Square Garden as 4-point favorites. The Knicks have won all seven of their home games so far this season , establishing themselves as one of the league's most dominant forces at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks are putting up 121.8 points per game to rank sixth in the league and are allowing 112.7 per contest to rank fifth in the NBA. Defensively, the Knicks rank 2nd in allowing few 3PT attempts (3PA%:...

PREVIEW: The Phoenix Suns travel to American Airlines Center on Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET to face the Dallas Mavericks in a Western Conference matchup. Phoenix enters on a three-game winning streak after dismantling New Orleans 121-98, while Dallas stumbled in a narrow 116-114 home loss to Milwaukee. The Suns rank fourth in three-point attempt frequency at 48.3%, though they struggle with spacing on offense and defensive rebounding, sitting 24th and 26th respectively. Meanwhile, the Mavericks excel defensively at limiting three-point opportunities, allowing just 35.2% of attempts—the league's best mark—but rank dead last in three-point shooting at 29.5%. Dallas has been...

PREVIEW: The Portland Trail Blazers arrive in New Orleans ranked first in offensive rebounding and forcing turnovers, showcasing a defensive intensity that creates chaos on the perimeter. However, the visitors struggle significantly with three-point accuracy and efficiency attacking the rim, ranking 30th in both categories. The Pelicans counter with solid offensive rebounding but face severe defensive liabilities, allowing high-quality three-pointers and rim attacks while ranking dead last in passing efficiency with heavy isolation dependence. Portland enters this matchup having won five of their last ten games, showcasing competitive depth and the ability to transition quickly from defense to offense. New Orleans...

PREVIEW: The Houston Rockets host the Washington Wizards on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8 p.m. ET at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas , featuring a matchup between two teams heading in drastically different directions. Houston sits at 6-3 in fifth place in the Western Conference, while Washington occupies the bottom of the Eastern Conference at 1-9. The Rockets have built their success on multiple fronts: they rank highly in free throw rate and midrange frequency while maintaining strong offensive rebounding, yet they struggle with turnovers and rarely launch three-pointers, ranking 30th in three-point attempt percentage. Meanwhile, the Wizards enter this...