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Nets vs Celtics Preview: Recovery time?

Let’s try something new. We’re just going to pretend that the last game didn’t exist. We never played the Knicks two nights ago. We are on a clean slate right now. Everything is okay, guys! Tonight, Brooklyn will be taking on Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics as the Nets will look to get back […]

Heat’s 3 biggest needs ahead of trade deadline

We are nearing the two-week mark ahead of the 2025-26 NBA Trade Deadline. The Miami Heat are currently 23-22 and in sole possession of the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference. A lot can still happen between now and then. We know the Heat need a No. 1 scorer now that Jimmy Butler’s not […] The post Heat’s 3 biggest needs ahead of trade deadline appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Bucks Trade Candidate: Ja Morant

We’ve had quite a run of big names in this year’s trade candidate series, including a few former All-Stars like Zach LaVine and Dejounte Murray. And as you may know, the Bucks have been connected to just about everyone who might be available this deadline. So today, we tackle one of the biggest names of […]

Raptors vs. Trail Blazers Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Friday, January 23, 2026

The Portland Trail Blazers (23-22) will try to extend a four-game winning streak when they host the Toronto Raptors (27-19) on Friday, January 23, 2026 at Moda Center as 3.5-point underdogs. The matchup airs at 10 p.m. ET on KUNP and TSN. The over/under is 226.5 for the matchup. Trying to gain an edge on Friday’s game? See the best bets available for this matchup (based on our computer predictions) in this article. How to Bet on Raptors vs. Trail Blazers Pick the Trail Blazers (+3.5) t...

Luka Dončić and the burden of the best player

Luka Dončić has been the best player on every team he’s been on for nearly a decade. Considering he first started playing professionally in Spain for powerhouse Real Madrid at 16 and will not be 27 for another month, that’s saying something. But, Dončić is a true prodigy, someone whose preternatural feel for the game […]

It’s time for Philly to rally around the Sixers

The Sixers have done a number on me over the years. I am Charlie Brown and they are Lucy, waiting to pick up that football as I come charging forward every spring. That was from an era where everything felt “Finals or bust” for the city and with expectations slightly lowered this season and the […]

Previewing Mountain West Softball: Boise State Broncos

As February quickly approaches, so too does the 2026 Mountain West Conference softball season. This season is set to be arguably the most competitive in MWC softball history, with multiple teams receiving votes in the recently released preseason Top 25 polls, and former WAC power Grand Canyon joining the conference as an immediate favorite. Prior […]

NBA Odds for Friday Night Including Nuggets vs Bucks, Rockets vs Pistons

It’s Friday night, and we have some great matchups on tap around The Association! Eight matchups tip off throughout the night, highlighted by the Pistons and Rockets who take the floor in the evening’s opening bout. Let’s look at some NBA odds for all of tonight’s action across the league. Dec 26, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) brings the ball up the court against the Utah Jazz during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory C...

Where to Watch 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 vs. RB Leipzig: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream

Two of the Bundesliga’s top facilitators meet when Arijon Ibrahimovic (fourth with 27 chances created) and 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 host David Raum (first with 45) and RB Leipzig on January 24, 2026. Watch Bundesliga matches on Fubo! Use our link to sign up now. 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 vs. RB Leipzig TV & Live Stream Info When: Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. ET Where: Voith-Arena in Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany TV: ESPN+ 1. FC Heidenheim 1846’s Top Scorers Stefan Sc...

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Denver Nuggets Preview & Game Thread: Ominous vibes

After their fourth loss in five games, the Milwaukee Bucks go again tonight, facing off against the Denver Nuggets. The vibes around the team are pretty putrid right now, and a sizeable loss will do nothing but increase the chatter. That said, the Nuggets won’t have Nikola Jokic, which at least opens the door for […]

Open Thread: 23 January 2026

The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the mods who do a fantastic job, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Felipejack. Rodrygo is back Changes on training ahead of UCL Leagues Under Xabi, the […]

Wizards Lose Eighth Straight

In a classic dog days of the NBA season kind of game, the Wizards lost to the Denver Nuggets, 107-97. It was Washington’s eighth straight loss, and it was a slog to watch. Both teams seemed tired and low energy. The Nuggets had something of an excuse — they played Tuesday in Los Angeles and […]

What we learned from the Spurs win over the Jazz

The San Antonio Spurs salvaged the rest of their brief road trip with a close call in Utah against the young Jazz. It was one of those rare occasions in which records could be misleading because the Jazz (15-30) have more talent than their record indicates, put up a fight at home and have made […]

Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code NATION for $2K Bonus Offer Including HOU at DET, PHO at ATL

New users can start their Friday with a Fanatics Sportsbook promo code for a $2,000 offer. Here is how it works, and you can start placing bets today, including on games like the Pistons taking on the Rockets. Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code NATION As a new user, sign up with the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code NATION. You get a $2,000 offer. It spans the first 10 days of your account and protects the first bet each day. Wager up to $200 each day on your first bet. If you lose, ...

Celtics vs. Nets Film Preview

You got a date Friday night? It’s okay if you don’t. The Boston Celtics have a date with the Brooklyn Nets, and you can watch. I’m here to prepare you for this game with a handful of plays, matchups, and tactics that could decide the winner. Let’s get into it. Over the Hedge Nets head […]

3 Things to watch for in Cavs vs Kings

The Cleveland Cavaliers are playing their first game of the season against the Sacramento Kings. They’ll be at home tonight. Cleveland went 0-2 against the Kings last year. Defense After spending two weeks in the bottom-10 of defense rating, Cleveland snapped back to being elite when they held the Charlotte Hornets to just 87 points […]

Houston Rockets vs. Detroit Pistons game preview

After a heartbreaking overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Houston Rockets head to Detroit to take on a Pistons team that can be the first to sweep Houston this season. These teams met back in October, and even with Jalen Duren getting ejected early, the Rockets allowed the Pistons to play their own style […]

Rockets reportedly interested in Pelicans Jose Alvarado

By now, I’m sure you’ve heard. And noticed. The Houston Rockets need a point guard. Although it’s not as bad as it seems. There’s a difficult path, as it pertains to acquiring an external one. Houston is just $1.2 million under the apron. The NBA’s hard cap is real. We know this. We’ve seen Rockets […]