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PREVIEW: The Atlanta Hawks bring elite offensive spacing and passing to Target Center, ranked first in both categories, while also excelling in transition efficiency at second overall . However, their defense remains a vulnerability, ranking 23rd against three-point shooting and allowing frequent attacks at the rim. The Hawks are currently in a seven-game losing streak and face the possibility of matching their longest skid from last season if they fall to Minnesota. Atlanta gets a significant boost with the return of Jalen Johnson and Kristaps Porzingis, giving the team an almost fully healthy roster for the first time in weeks. The...

PREVIEW: The Brooklyn Nets (11-27) welcome the Chicago Bulls (19-21) to Barclays Center on Friday night, looking to bounce back after struggling through January with defensive and rebounding issues. The Nets rank among the league's worst on defense against three-point shooting, allowing high-quality looks from deep, while their passing game remains strong at third in the league. Chicago, meanwhile, has solid defensive rebounding ranked third but severely struggles defending the three-point line at 29th in the league, allowing opponents to attack the rim at will. Both teams enter this matchup searching for answers on the defensive end, setting up a...

PREVIEW: The Cleveland Cavaliers travel to Ball Arena on Monday night to face the Denver Nuggets in a matchup between two Eastern and Western Conference contenders. James Harden's integration into the Cleveland lineup has been swift and impactful, as the newly acquired guard dropped 23 points and 8 assists in his debut victory against Sacramento. The Cavaliers enter this contest ranked 3rd in efficient attacking at the rim and 6th in three-point shooting frequency at 44.8 percent, showcasing a diverse offensive toolkit. Cleveland is riding a three-game road winning streak against Western Conference opponents while sitting at 3-1 through the...

PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons bring elite defensive fundamentals to Charlotte, ranking first in good defense against shots attacking the rim and forcing a lot of turnovers , while sitting atop the Eastern Conference with a 38-13 record. Detroit has won 13 of their last 17 games and will look to stay hot after dismantling the Knicks 118-80 at home on Friday. Cade Cunningham has been the offensive engine for the Pistons, leading the team in scoring in five of the last eight games while averaging 25.1 points and 9.7 assists. The Charlotte Hornets have won 12 of their last 15...

PREVIEW: The Golden State Warriors host the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night at the Chase Center, with tipoff scheduled for 10 p.m. EST. The Warriors lead the league in three-point attempts at 51.1 percent of their shots from deep, ranking first in volume shooting, while forcing turnovers at an elite level. Memphis counters with the second-ranked frequency of post-up shots and solid passing, though they struggle defending opponents driving to the rim, ranking 28th in that critical category. Golden State enters at 28-25 with an 18-15 record in conference play, while the Grizzlies sit at 20-31 with a 16-19 conference mark....

PREVIEW: The Milwaukee Bucks arrive in Orlando as one of basketball's most efficient offensive teams, ranking first in three-point shooting while maintaining solid defensive rebounding at sixth in the league. The Magic, meanwhile, excel at limiting three-point attempts on defense and generate free throw opportunities at the second-best rate in the NBA, though they struggle with three-point shooting efficiency and rim attacks. Milwaukee's tendency to allow high volumes of three-point attempts on the defensive end could play directly into Orlando's strengths if the home team can capitalize on their efficient perimeter creation. The Magic will welcome back Paolo Banchero, who...

PREVIEW: The Oklahoma City Thunder bring elite defensive prowess to this matchup, ranking second in both defending three-point shooting and shots attacking the rim, while also boasting the league's lowest turnover rate. Los Angeles counters with exceptional efficiency around the basket, ranking first in attacking the rim, and maintains a top free throw rate that keeps them competitive in close contests. The Thunder's most glaring weakness lies in offensive rebounding, sitting at 30th with a 20.9 percent rate, a vulnerability the Lakers could exploit with their average rebounding prowess. Oklahoma City enters as the conference's dominant force, allowing just 107.9...

PREVIEW: The Philadelphia 76ers look to cap off their Western road trip on a high note when they visit the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night, riding momentum from a 3-1 stretch out West with six wins in their last seven games overall. Tyrese Maxey continues to lead the offensive charge with 28.8 points per game , while Joel Embiid has averaged 26.8 points with 7.2 rebounds across the past 10 outings. The 76ers boast efficient free throw shooting ranked fourth and maintain a low turnover rate at sixth in the league, though their three-point and defensive efficiency remain concerning...

PREVIEW: The Sacramento Kings arrive in New Orleans ranked 29th in three-point shooting frequency at just 34.3% of their attempts from distance, while the Pelicans sit at 28th with 35.6% of their shots coming from beyond the arc. Sacramento is desperately trying to avoid setting a franchise record after losing their 12th straight game to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night. The Kings are now tied with the 1997-98 team for the most consecutive losses since relocating from Kansas City to Sacramento ahead of the 1985-86 season. Despite missing four of their leading scorers including Malik Monk, Zach LaVine, Domantas...

PREVIEW: The Miami Heat bring the league's fastest tempo to their matchup against a Utah Jazz team operating with the fourth-quickest pace. , setting the stage for an up-tempo offensive showcase. While Miami excels defensively by allowing low-quality three-pointers and ranks eighth in that category, the Jazz struggle mightily on that end, ranking 28th and allowing high-quality three-point attempts. Utah's offensive spacing remains a significant weakness at 29th in the league, and they rank near the bottom in three-point shooting efficiency. The Heat enter as heavy favorites at home, where they're 16-10 this season and lead the Eastern Conference with 28.7...