January 12 brings a full slate of NBA games with a mix of playoff-level matchups and rebuilding teams looking to make noise. Star players will be front and center, and a few under-the-radar contributors could swing results.

The NBA delivers a packed schedule on December 23 across 14 games. The slate features a mix of playoff contenders, teams fighting for consistency, and rebuilding squads looking to build momentum. Home-court advantage, recent form, and matchup advantages ...