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PREVIEW: The Chicago Bulls bring quick-tempo offense and strong rim-attacking frequency into New Orleans, where the Pelicans have lost nine consecutive games and sit at just 2-15 on the season. The Bulls are off to a strong start behind All-Star level performances from Josh Giddey , who has been averaging 20.4 points, 10.1 rebounds and 9.7 assists per game while shooting 46.1 percent from the field and 38.6 percent from 3-point range. Chicago ranks third in limiting three-point attempts allowed on defense and fifth in high spacing on offense , creating a balanced attack that's difficult to contain. The Pelicans...

PREVIEW: The Cleveland Cavaliers visit Toronto on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET , bringing two of the Eastern Conference's hottest teams together in what shapes up as a fascinating clash of contrasting styles. Toronto enters riding a nine-game winning streak with a 7-3 record against the spread over their last 10 contests , while Cleveland sits 7-3 overall in their last 10 games despite a 4-6 spread record . The Raptors' offensive approach emphasizes good passing ranked second in the league and efficient attacking at the rim , whereas Cleveland ranks second in high-frequency three-point shooting at...

PREVIEW: The Dallas Mavericks visit the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center on Monday night at 7:30 p.m. EST , marking a clash between two teams moving in opposite directions. Dallas has struggled through the season with 13 losses in their first 18 games , while Miami has won seven of their last nine contests. The Mavericks excel defensively by limiting three-point attempts—ranked first in that category—but they struggle with free throw shooting efficiency at 74.6 percent. The Mavericks are without Dereck Lively, Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and Dante Exum, while Miami has ruled out Tyler Herro and Nikola Jovic. Miami's...

PREVIEW: The Denver Nuggets travel to Memphis on Monday night looking to bounce back from a loss to Sacramento , arriving as substantial favorites despite significant roster changes. Denver has lost Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun to injury , forcing the team to lean even more heavily on their superstar duo. The Nuggets rank second in efficient three-point shooting and fourth in playmaking , strengths that become even more critical with their depleted rotation. Denver has won five consecutive road games , showing resilience despite the mounting roster challenges they face heading into this contest. The Grizzlies enter this matchup having...

PREVIEW: The Houston Rockets bring a methodical approach to Phoenix with their slow tempo offense and efficient three-point shooting, though they rank concerning defensively on the glass at 30th in rebounding. Both teams arrive in stellar form, with Houston sitting at 10-4 after winning five of their last six, while Phoenix matches that intensity at 11-6 with a three-game win streak intact. The Suns occupy a position of defensive balance that Houston cannot match, sitting in the top 10 for both offensive and defensive efficiency while the Rockets rank just 13th on the defensive end despite leading the league in...

PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons arrive at Gainbridge Fieldhouse riding a 12-game winning streak, looking to extend their dominance against an Indiana team struggling to find consistency. Detroit sits at 14-2 on the season while the Pacers enter at just 2-14, representing a stark contrast in trajectory. The Pistons boast elite rim defense ranked first in the league, while the Pacers rank 26th in limiting shots at the basket, creating a major defensive mismatch. Detroit's offense has been ruthlessly efficient, averaging nearly 120 points per game on nearly 49 percent shooting, with Cade Cunningham orchestrating the attack at 27.4 points and...

PREVIEW: The Minnesota Timberwolves arrive at Golden 1 Center riding strong form with a fifth-ranked free throw rate and eighth-best frequency attacking the rim, showcasing their offensive versatility against a Sacramento Kings defense that ranks 30th in defending shots at the basket. Minnesota has won eight of their last 11 games , though they suffered a heartbreaking 114-113 loss to Phoenix on Friday after leading by nine points entering the final stretch. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 41 points, while Julius Randle contributed 20 and Rudy Gobert added 12 rebounds in that defeat. The visitors possess a clear stylistic...

PREVIEW: The New York Knicks (9-6) arrive in Brooklyn as significant favorites over the Nets (3-13), bringing a potent offensive attack that ranks among the league's best. The Knicks have established themselves as elite three-point shooters, attempting nearly 47 percent of their shots from beyond the arc and ranking fifth in frequency. Defensively, New York excels at controlling the glass with the league's top-ranked defensive rebounding, while their low turnover rate—fourth in the league—keeps possessions clean and efficient. The Knicks will be without key contributors Landry Shamet and OG Anunoby, putting added pressure on their depth against a struggling opponent. Brooklyn...

PREVIEW: The Portland Trail Blazers arrive in Milwaukee ranking first in offensive rebounding percentage at 34.5% while attacking the rim at a high frequency, though they struggle with inefficient three-point shooting and poor spacing on offense. Coming off losses in five of their last six games , the Blazers face an uphill battle on the second night of a back-to-back against a Bucks team playing at home. Portland will be without key contributors Damian Lillard, Shaedon Sharpe, Blake Wesley, Jrue Holiday, Matisse Thybulle, and Scoot Henderson, with Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams III listed as questionable. Deni Avdija leads the...

PREVIEW: The Golden State Warriors (9-9) host the Utah Jazz (5-11) on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 10 p.m. ET at Chase Center in San Francisco. Both teams arrive in poor form, with Golden State ranked first in the league for three-point shooting frequency at 50.7% of their attempts, while Utah ranks 29th in three-point efficiency. The Warriors' defensive identity centers on forcing turnovers (ranked 4th) and limiting opponent three-point attempts (ranked 8th), presenting a sharp contrast to Utah's offensive struggles. Utah's defensive vulnerabilities are particularly glaring, ranking 25th against rim attacks and 28th in both three-point attempt prevention and three-point...