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Minnesota Timberwolves savour scintillating stretch as the hot Cleveland Cavaliers visit

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves will be chasing their fourth NBA win in a row when they tip off against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Jan 8 (Jan 9, Singapore time) in Minneapolis.
Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves will be chasing their fourth NBA win in a row when they tip off against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Jan 8 (Jan 9, Singapore time) in Minneapolis.

Knicks try to back owner’s belief with better play in NBA clash against Clippers

Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks have lost their last four NBA games, including against their Eastern Conference rivals the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on Jan 5, 2026.
Jalen Brunson's New York Knicks have lost their last four NBA games, including against their Eastern Conference rivals the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on Jan 5, 2026.

Atlanta Hawks and Trae Young mutually exploring trade options: Reports

Trae Young has missed 28 of the Atlanta Hawks' 38 games this season, and he is currently sidelined by a quad contusion. Young is averaging 19.3 points and 8.9 assists per game – both the lowest since his rookie season.
Trae Young has missed 28 of the Atlanta Hawks' 38 games this season, and he is currently sidelined by a quad contusion. Young is averaging 19.3 points and 8.9 assists per game – both the lowest since his rookie season.

Indiana Pacers hope to avoid record NBA losing streak when they host Cleveland Cavaliers

Pascal Siakam has been a bright spot in the Indiana Pacers' wretched NBA season, averaging 23.8 points per game.
Pascal Siakam has been a bright spot in the Indiana Pacers' wretched NBA season, averaging 23.8 points per game.

Fans barred from Real Madrid v Maccabi Tel Aviv clash due to security concerns

Phoenix Suns stun NBA-best Oklahoma City Thunder 108-105

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker during the 108-105 NBA win over the Oklahoma City Thunder at Mortgage Matchup Center on Jan 4, 2026.
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker during the 108-105 NBA win over the Oklahoma City Thunder at Mortgage Matchup Center on Jan 4, 2026.

Los Angeles Clippers aim to continue upward trend in NBA against Golden State Warriors

Kawhi Leonard, in action during the 146-115 NBA win against the Boston Celtics on Jan 3, has starred for the Los Angeles Clippers during their recent upturn of fortunes.
Kawhi Leonard, in action during the 146-115 NBA win against the Boston Celtics on Jan 3, has starred for the Los Angeles Clippers during their recent upturn of fortunes.

Phoenix Suns eager to avenge historic NBA loss to Oklahoma City Thunder

Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro dunking over Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center on Jan 2.
Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro dunking over Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center on Jan 2.

Jake LaRavia could help LA Lakers down former Memphis Grizzlies teammates again in NBA

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake Laravia blocks a shot by Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant in the first half at Crypto.com Arena.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake Laravia blocks a shot by Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant in the first half at Crypto.com Arena.

Boston Celtics keen to slow Kawhi Leonard, snap Los Angeles Clippers’ winning streak

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard dribbles the ball against Utah Jazz forward Oscar Tshiebwe during the second half at Intuit Dome.
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard dribbles the ball against Utah Jazz forward Oscar Tshiebwe during the second half at Intuit Dome.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.