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Jonathan Kuminga’s potential is still carrying his reputation. The fifth-year forward has consistently failed to earn the trust of Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, and so far this year he’s been producing like one of the worst players in the league (12th percentile in EPM). The Warriors still didn’t want to cut bait on the talented 23-year-old, so they signed him to a two-year, $46 million contract over the summer with the intent of trading him eventually. Kuminga has been fully out of Golden State rotation for the last month as he became trade eligible on Jan. 15, and he has unsurprisingly “demanded” to be traded to a new team.

The Warriors payed Kuminga handsomely mostly to use him as trade bait, but at this point they need to realize he likely won’t be used to acquire something resembling the missing piece for the team’s flawed roster. Golden State reportedly doesn’t want to take back any long-term salary in the deal, and at this point that might be their only reasonable hope. It’s starting to feel like the best the Warriors can do here is some expiring contracts and maybe a second-round pick or two. Golden State could continue to hold Kuminga hostage in hopes of finding a trade partner this summer, but he’s not going to be able to grow him value on the bench.

Here’s three fake Jonathan Kuminga trades ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline. Add some future second-round picks to all of these. Warning: none of these are very good for the Warriors.

Jonathan Kuminga to Lakers trade idea with Nets

The Lakers reportedly have some interest in Kuminga, but it’s hard to come up with a deal that works straight up between the two teams due the arcane rules around the forward’s “base year compensation.” I wanted to get the Warriors Jake LaRavia in this deal, so I included the Nets as a third team, who could conceivably pick up multiple future second-round picks for taking on a pair of expiring contracts by make the numbers work. LaRavia hasn’t been great this year (41st percentile EPM), but he has a combination of size, shooting, and IQ on the wing that could entice Golden State. Highsmith is currently recovering from a torn meniscus, but he’s shown some level of competency as a two-way forward when he’s been healthy. The Lakers get a chance to give Kuminga a more defined role, and maybe they turn him in to a solid rotation piece the same way they’ve done with Rui Hachimura. I think this one makes sense for all sides.

Jonathan Kuminga to Kings trade idea with Bulls

The Kings have consistently been mentioned as Kuminga’s biggest suitor, but Golden State’s hesitance to take on Malik Monk’s long-term money has killed the deal to this point. In this three-team trade, the Chicago Bulls jump in to take Monk, clearing the way for Kuminga to Sacramento. The Warriors are getting a pair of failed first-round picks in this deal with Devin Carer and Dalen Terry. Terry is a pretty good wing defender who can’t do much on offense, and he expires after this season. Carter is in his second season, and the 3-and-D skill set that made him a lottery pick coming out of college has yet to translate. Maybe the Warriors think they can resurrect Carter’s career, while the Bulls land a microwave scoring guard that allows them to trade Coby White before they would have to re-sign him this summer.

Jonathan Kuminga to Mavericks trade idea

The Mavs reportedly have interest in Kuminga, and I could help myself but use that as an excuse to send Klay Thompson back to the Bay. Golden State might not love Thompson having another season at $16 million on the books after this year, but maybe they could trade him again this summer for a piece that fits better. There’s always a chance Thompson can catch fire and swing a playoff game again for Golden State, and that’s just fun to think about. I don’t see much downside here for either team.

Could Golden State package a future first-round pick or two with Kuminga to try to get Michael Porter Jr.? That’s a possibility too, but I’m not sure Brooklyn will play ball for only one pick, and I don’t think the Warriors will offer two. Add your favorite fake Kuminga trades below and I’ll judge them.

January 16, 2026

Cavaliers vs 76ers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

The Philadelphia 76ers were embarrassed at home in a lopsided loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday, but they’ll have a chance to respond in Friday’s rematch in Philly.

Tyrese Maxey remains one of the NBA’s premier scorers, and my Cavaliers vs. 76ers predictions call for a strong offensive bounce-back after his quiet showing earlier in the week.

Here are my best free NBA picks for Friday’s Eastern Conference matchup at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday, January 16.

Cavaliers vs 76ers prediction

Cavaliers vs 76ers best bet: Tyrese Maxey Over 25.5 points (-120)

Tyrese Maxey is scoring a career-high 30.5 points per game this season, and tonight's scoring line is set at a juicy 25.5 points. He finished with just 14 points on 5-of-16 shooting in Wednesday's win, but he posted 26+ in three straight and nine of 10 games before that.

Maxey has scored at least 26 in 29 of 37 games overall, including 13 of 19 at home. He’s reached the Over on this scoring line in 78.3% of his games, meaning the odds here should be -360. I’ll gladly take the discount here.

Maxey’s 14 points in his last game out represent his third-lowest scoring total of the season. He scored 27 in his other matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers this season, and he scored 27 and 29 in two matchups with the Cavs last season.

Cleveland will be missing Darius Garland and Sam Merrill tonight, and the Philadelphia 76ers should be close to full strength. I expect a more competitive showing and a bounce-back performance for the Sixers’ electric leading scorer.

Cavaliers vs 76ers same-game parlay

Jaylon Tyson finished with 20, 17, and 27 PRA across 25.3 minutes over his last three games. He started Wednesday in place of Sam Merrill, who was injured in that contest.

Merrill and Darius Garland are both out tonight, which should mean another start for Tyson. He's averaged 21 PRA across 22 started, hitting the Over on this line 13 times, including five of eight on the road.

The 76ers have hit the Over in nine of 13 games as the home favorite. Cleveland is 11-7 to the Over on the road.

The teams are 9-1 to the Over across their last 10 head-to-head matchups.

Cavaliers vs 76ers SGP

Tyrese Maxey Over 25.5 points
Jaylon Tyson Over 21.5 points + rebounds + assists
Over 235

Our "from downtown" SGP: Spida web

Donovan Mitchell has scored at least 31 points in nine of 16 road games this season, and has dropped point totals of 35 and 46 against the 76ers.

Cavaliers vs 76ers SGP

Tyrese Maxey Over 25.5 points
Jaylon Tyson Over 21.5 points + rebounds + assists
Over 235
Donovan Mitchell Over 30.5 points

Cavaliers vs 76ers odds

Spread: Cleveland +1.5 (-105) | Philadelphia -1.5 (-115)
Moneyline: Cleveland +110 | Philadelphia -130
Over/Under: Over 235 (-110) | Under 235 (-110)

Cavaliers vs 76ers betting trend to know

The Cavaliers have hit the 1Q Over in 29 of their last 45 away games (+11.35 Units / 22% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for Cavaliers vs. 76ers.

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Date	Friday, January 16, 2026
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January 16, 2026

Hornets announcer blasts Luka Doncic on air: ‘This guy is a whiner’

Hornets announcer Eric Collins clearly won’t be getting a holiday card from Luka Doncic this year.

The broadcaster ripped into the Lakers guard during Charlotte’s matchup with Los Angeles at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night, calling out the five-time All-Star for complaining about whistles.

Eric Collins on Luka Doncic: "This guy is a whiner."

Luka received a technical foul and the Hornets scored a corner 3 at the other end beforehand

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— MrBuckBuck (@MrBuckBuckNBA) January 16, 2026

“Oh my goodness,” Collins said on air. “This guy is a whiner.”

Hornets broadcaster Eric Collins called Luka Doncic “a whiner” while announcing Charlotte’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. NBC

Collins’ rant came early in the third quarter, after Doncic thought he had been fouled while trying to score on Kon Knueppel.

Doncic shook his head in disbelief, before he appeared to have some words for one of the on-court officials. Seconds later, the 26-year-old was issued a technical foul, and as he tried to plead his case to the ref, Collins unloaded into his mic.

The Lakers lost to the Hornets, 135-117, despite Luka Doncic netting 39 points. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

“The Hornets have a chance to make it hurt,” Collins said after throwing the jab at Doncic. “A potential four-point play.”

An expressive Doncic takes it to the hole. Getty Images

Collins went on to add, “That is now 11 technical fouls on Luka Doncic. He’s got a reputation.”

Doncic and the Lakers weren’t able to make Collins eat his words — they ultimately lost, 135-117.

The Lakers are now just 1-4 in their last five games, although Doncic was still able to finish the night with 39 points, three rebounds and four assists.

January 16, 2026

Lakers looking to package Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent in trade for wing

It’s no secret that the Lakers are trying to add a two-way wing to this roster via a trade.

The question is, how can they get that done while keeping the parts of their roster that are working well?

After all, the Lakers are still in the running for a top-four seed in the Western Conference, so any move has to be a combination of helping the team win now while also building for the future.

In a recent episode of “The Kevin O’Connor Show,” Kevin stated that the Lakers are trying to send out Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent in an attempt to acquire a wing.

Kevin O’Connor: “With the Lakers, the word on the street is that they’re looking to package Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent together for a wing.”

Vando is a good defender, but it’s clear the Lakers want a bit more offense from that position. For a moment, Vando was out of the rotation due to his offensive struggles, but with LA being so poor defensively, he is back to playing double-digit minutes in each contest.

On the season, Vanderbilt is averaging 5.1 points and 5.2 rebounds per game.

Vando is under contract for next season and has a player option for the following year, so LA getting out of that deal would be beneficial.

Vincent has a higher offensive upside than Vando, but he is also struggling to consistently produce. He is averaging 5.1 points and shooting just 33.7% from the field. Vincent is on the final year of his deal, so anyone interested in acquiring him can rest assured they aren’t committing to any long-term money.

The problem is, how many teams would actually be interested in a package where Vincent and Vanderbilt are the main players in a deal?

Perhaps adding some draft capital can get teams in on a Lakers trade? Los Angeles is reportedly trying to trade their 2032 first round pick for multiple future firsts. If they can accomplish that and add Vincent and Vando in a package, suddenly that’s a much better deal for the right franchise.

For now, this seems like the options the Lakers are exploring to improve their roster. Now, it’s up to the front office to execute on a deal and give Luka Dončić and LeBron James a shot at contention.

You can follow Edwin on Twitter at @ECreates88 or on Bluesky at @ecreates88.bsky.social.

January 16, 2026

Fantasy Basketball Weekend Must-Starts: Kyshawn George is ready to take flight

In head-to-head leagues, it all comes down to the weekend. You can have a comfortable lead in multiple categories or by a bunch of points, but if you don’t make the most of the weekend, you can walk out with a loss.

13 teams play twice this weekend, including the Lakers, Pelicans, Bulls, Nuggets, Rockets, Nets, Pacers, Trail Blazers, Kings, Raptors, Hornets, Timberwolves and Wizards. Prioritize those teams if you’re looking to maximize your games played. The Bucks are the only team in the league that doesn’t have a game this weekend.

That’s often what it comes down to in standard points and category leagues, but that’s not always the case. Leagues with some sort of games cap or best ball formats like Yahoo!’s High Score leagues aren’t just looking for volume, though having two chances at a big night is a good strategy in best ball leagues.

Absolute must-start: Kyshawn George, Washington Wizards

George’s production in his second season has been up and down, but he’s more than capable of stuffing the stat sheet for fantasy managers. His points, rebounds, assists, three-pointers and field goal percentage are all up from his rookie season. He has shown flashes of brilliance this season and should be considered one of the cornerstone pieces for the Wizards during this rebuild.

This weekend, Washington takes on the Kings and Nuggets, and both teams rank in the bottom five in the NBA over their last 10 games. Plus, Bilal Coulibaly and Khris Middleton are both sidelined on Friday, and even if they do return on Saturday, George will have at least one game with a huge bump in usage.

Guards:

Tre Jones, Chicago Bulls

Jones continues to be a strong producer with Josh Giddey (hamstring) sidelined, and while Giddey is getting closer to a return, Jones should be a reliable option until that happens. They play the Nets twice this weekend, and Brooklyn has the sixth-worst defensive rating in the league over their last 10 games. Jones has been able to dish out the dimes with consistency, though that hasn’t held true for the scoring. However, he has been able to have some big nights recently.

Bones Hyland, Minnesota Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards (foot) has been ruled out against Houston on Friday and could remain out against the Thunder on Saturday. With Edwards out on Wednesday, Hyland came off the bench and contributed 23 points, five assists and five triples in 21 minutes. The matchups are tougher, but Hyland has thrived when he’s gotten the opportunity this season.

Craig Porter Jr., Cleveland Cavaliers

Cleveland only plays one game this weekend, but Porter has enough upside to make it worth it with Darius Garland (foot) sidelined. When he’s gotten the chance to play big minutes, he has been able to pour in the rebounds, assists and defensive stats. Scoring isn’t his strong suit, but he does enough in other categories to make up for it. The lack of healthy guard options in Cleveland should allow Porter to play enough to make a big impact on the box score.

Forwards:

Collin Murray-Boyles, Cleveland Cavaliers

CMB has been a fantasy stud recently, and with Jakob Poeltl (back) still sidelined, that should continue this weekend. Since moving into the starting lineup, he is averaging 10.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.7 steals and a block on efficient shooting splits. Matchups with the Clippers, without Kawhi Leonard, and the Lakers are good opportunities for him, especially with how shorthanded the Raptors are.

Naji Marshall, Dallas Mavericks

Marshall has been one of the elite streaming options in fantasy basketball over the last few seasons when he gets the chance to start. Both Cooper Flagg and PJ Washington were out on Thursday with ankle injuries, and if either remains out against the Jazz on Saturday, Marshall should shine once again. It’s only one game, but it is a favorable matchup against Utah.

Jaylon Tyson, Cleveland Cavaliers

Darius Garland (foot), Sam Merrill (hand) and Dean Wade (knee) are all out on Friday against the 76ers. It’s a one-game weekend for Cleveland, but Tyson should be in for a big night for the shorthanded Cavs. He has thrived when he’s gotten the chance to play big minutes this season, and Friday is certainly an opportunity for him to surpass 30 minutes.

Centers:

Nikola Vucevic, Chicago Bulls

It has been a largely disappointing season as of late, but Vucevic has been on fire recently. Over the past two weeks, he is averaging 20.6 points, 10.6 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.7 triples per game. They take on a Nets team that is 22nd in defensive rating and rebound percentage over their last five games. This is a recipe for Vucevic to have a pair of dominant performances.

Moussa Diabate, Charlotte Hornets

Diabate has taken over as the starting center in Charlotte, which has helped them be the best rebounding team in the league over their last five games. Over the past two weeks, he is averaging 9.3 points, 9.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.5 blocks per game while shooting 65.6 percent from the floor. The Warriors aren’t an easy matchup on Saturday, but they take on the Nuggets, who have the third worst rebounding percentage over their last five games, on Sunday.

Derik Queen, New Orleans Pelicans

Queen gets to take on the Pacers and Rockets this weekend, and the Indiana matchup is the one to target. Queen has been inconsistent recently, which isn’t surprising for a rookie, but he had 17 points, 10 rebounds and four assists without missing a shot in his last matchup with the Pacers and had 16 points, 12 rebounds, three assists and three blocks against the Rockets in December.

January 16, 2026

Nets vs. Bulls preview: Friday night in Brooklyn

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Nothing doing in the win column. The Brooklyn Nets went to New Orleans to face the Pelicans on Wednesday night to wrap up their three game road trip. It was close, but the Nets ultimately fell short by three points. The L was their fifth in a row.

The opponent tonight is hanging around the play-in. The Chicago Bulls are tenth in the Eastern Conference standings and look like they have another date with the play-in tournament this year. They helped their cause with a last second win against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.

Where to follow the game

YES Network on TV. Gotham Sports on streaming. WFAN on radio. Tip after 7:30 PM.

Injuries

No Ziaire Williams (illness) or Haywood Highsmith (surgery recovery). Ben Saraf remains on Long Island as does two-way E.J. Liddell.

The following players are out for the Bulls:

Zach Collins
Josh Giddey
Noa Essengue

Kevin Huerter is probable and Julian Phillips is questionable.

The game

Brooklyn won the first meeting in December.

This is a home-and-home set. These teams will do it again Sunday evening in Chicago.

Brooklyn will see an old nemesis at center tonight. Nikola Vucevic has given the Nets troubles over the year, but only shot 6-18 from the field in the first matchup back in December. For Nic Claxton and the Nets bigs, they’ll look to make things difficult for Vuc in the paint and force him into tough jumpers. If they can do that, they’ll make things a lot more difficult for Billy Donovan’s club.

The Nets have consistently had a turnover problem this season as they are ranked 29th in turnover rate. Fortunately for them, the Bulls don’t force many turnovers as they are 29th in opponent’s turnover rate. Every coach stresses the importance of making the most out of every possession, and it’s something Jordi Fernandez will put extra emphasis on tonight.

If Brooklyn is successful, they can make a living on the inside. The Bulls allow 31 shots per game inside the restricted area, most in the NBA this season. Drives to the cup open up a bevy of opportunities, and for someone like Cam Thomas in particular, it can get him back on the right track. It’s been a bit rocky since Thomas returned from a hamstring injury and getting to the cup is when he’s at his most dynamic.

Player to watch: Matas Buzeli

For the Bulls, they’ve got to figure out a real path forward. That means identifying players that can help them make it back to the playoffs and not just their annual play-in appearance. They’ve got a long way to go, but they’ve got somebody who is worth keeping an eye on. From Drew Stevens of The Bigs

“Buzelis is learning the subtleties of a team built on shared responsibility. Flagg is Dallas’s fulcrum, creating opportunities even when the outcome isn’t perfect. Mistakes come with responsibility — and that’s the point.

But the Bulls’ system allows Buzelis to translate lessons into growth and consistent production.

The last six games have shown what the 21-year-old can do with more responsibility, He’s scoring consistently, making smart reads and producing in the paint while also stretching the floor when opportunities arise. It’s growth that’s quiet but dependable.“

Gotta start somewhere.

The ballots are in, and Michael Porter Jr is hoping he did enough to earn his first All-Star nomination. MPJ has done everything asked of him this season and then some. Porter Jr tuned the Bulls up to the tune of 33 points the first time around, and he’ll look to see if he can put forth another great performance. He went 4-5 at the rim in that game, and if the Nets can create good looks for him at the cup, MPJ will make the most of it.

From the Vault

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And ones in the air for Aaliyah

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January 16, 2026

Warriors say Jonathan Kuminga’s trade demand is ‘not a distraction’

In today’s Dub Hub:

Warriors’ veteran leaders Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler maintain that Jonathan Kuminga’s trade demand won’t be a distraction.
Steph Curry played through a quad contusion during Thursday’s 126-113 win vs. Knicks, per ESPN’s Anthony Slater.
Klay Thompson passes Damian Lillard for fourth on NBA’s all-time three-pointers list.

Despite the Golden State Warriors taking care of business with a 126–113 home win over the New York Knicks on Thursday night, the conversation around the team centered elsewhere. Earlier that day, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Jonathan Kuminga had officially demanded out of Golden State on the first day he became trade eligible.

Golden State's Jonathan Kuminga has demanded a trade away from the Warriors as he becomes eligible to be moved Thursday, sources tell ESPN.

Full story with @anthonyVslater: https://t.co/70ByLkfbIN
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 15, 2026

It’s the type of news that can linger over a locker room — but the Warriors made it clear it won’t.

Veteran leaders Stephen Curry and Draymond Green both dismissed the idea that Kuminga’s situation would become a distraction, stressing that the team remains focused on winning.

Steph Curry kept it real on why Jonathan Kuminga's situation is not a distraction at all despite the outside noise.

"You've been around for the last 3-4 years — we've done it this whole time so we're very very well trained in this area. To just play basketball." pic.twitter.com/KRaAJTXiXc
— KNBR (@KNBR) January 16, 2026

Draymond Green with a strong Jonathan Kuminga endorsement in this extended soundbite

“It won’t be a distraction because he’s not a distraction.”

“I know how talented he is. I know how good of a teammate he is. I know how good of a person he is.” pic.twitter.com/wtHoqz8FQJ
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) January 16, 2026

That same message was echoed by Jimmy Butler, who has served as a mentor to Kuminga since his arrival in Golden State. Butler reiterated that the locker room continues to support Kuminga and ultimately wants what’s best for him moving forward.

"I want JK to be happy. At the end of the day, that's what I want."

Jimmy Butler iterates the Warriors' support of Jonathan Kuminga pic.twitter.com/CLPDlXX03C
— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) January 16, 2026

To the Warriors’ credit, the situation hasn’t had a negative impact on the court. Golden State is 7–3 over its last 10 games and now sits four games above .500 for the first time all season. As long as the wins keep coming, the message inside the locker room aligns with the results — at least for now, this isn’t a distraction.

For more on this and other news around the NBA, here is our latest news round-up for Friday, January 16th:

Warriors News:

Warriors prove Kuminga ‘not a distraction’ in win over Knicks | ESPN

Kuminga and Warriors coach Steve Kerr talked after shootaround on Thursday morning. Kerr said he preferred to keep the conversation private, but acknowledged the entire ordeal is a “difficult situation” for everyone involved.

How Warriors’ Jimmy Butler resurrected the art of earning free throws: ‘You will foul me now’ | San Francisco Chronicle

Also notable here: Butler, unlike Doncic, rarely complains to the officials about a call or non-call. That habit reminds Kerr of Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, fierce competitors who were determined not to constantly chirp at the refs.
“Jimmy is the same way — he never wants to show weakness,” Kerr said. “It’s a quality I absolutely love. That’s so powerful and productive for a team.”
So is Butler standing stoically at the free-throw line, having earned a whistle to silence his opponent.

Steph Curry played through a quad contusion vs. Knicks

Steph Curry was in some pain and limping in the tunnels postgame. Played through it but told me it was a quad contusion.
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) January 16, 2026

NBA News:

As Klay Thompson moves into 4th on 3s made list, his love for the game keeps him going | The Athletic

“I love shooting the basketball,” Thompson said. “I was very lucky to grow up with a hoop in my driveway. A really nice one. Breakaway rim. Big backboard. It was always my source of joy and form of escapism for me to get away from school work or whatever chores I had that day. It was like my favorite hobby to just go hear the net swish.
“The fact that it’s amounted to this is incredible and inspires me to keep going. I have many years left. But it’s truly just because I love shooting the basketball so much. It’s always been my favorite thing to do.”

Magic’s Anthony Black throws down potential dunk of the year vs. Grizzlies

DUNK OF THE YEAR?!!?! ANTHONY BLACK ON 4 GRIZZLIES 😳😳😳 pic.twitter.com/8QANj6pPUM
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) January 15, 2026

In case you missed it at Golden State of Mind:

Warriors vs. Knicks player grades: Jimmy Butler III and Steph Curry take over as the bench shines

Brandin Podziemski
26 minutes, 19 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 3 turnovers, 2 fouls, 8-for-9 shooting, 2-for-3 threes, 1-for-2 free throws, 96.2% TS, +22
Podziemski was, to quote Mark Jones, deep in his bag like the fries were at the bottom. Hook shots. Floaters. Off-balance rain collectors. Threes. Podziemski looked like he was playing a game of HORSE on the Chase Center court, and he was winning handily. And he did all of that while also making all the little plays that contribute to winning.
The three turnovers were a bit much but, like Moody, that’s picking nits when everything else was so flawless.
Grade: A+
Post-game bonus: Best plus/minus on the team.

A post to end the week:

Follow @unstoppablebaby on X for all the latest news on the Golden State Warriors.

January 16, 2026

Ugly loss to Hornets shows Lakers need help

As LaMelo Ball sat by his locker, he broke out into a dance, undulating his arms and shimmying his shoulders while smiling.

He had just scored 27 of his 30 points in the second half, leading the Hornets to a 135–117 win over the Lakers Thursday, including making nine 3-pointers.

Lakers’ LeBron James during the 135–117 loss to the Hornets at Crypto.com Arena on Jan. 15, 2026 in LA,. Getty Images

For the Lakers, it was their fourth loss in five games, with two of those losses coming this week against opponents that are near the cellar of their respective conferences, including the 12th-place Hornets and the 14th-place Kings on Monday.

It drove home one big point: The Lakers need help.

Luka Dončić had 39 points, four assists and three rebounds. LeBron James had 29 points, nine rebounds and six assists. But that wasn’t enough.

No other Laker scored 20 points. And no Laker could stop the Hornets’ shooting barrage which, in addition to Ball, also included the shining Brandon Miller (26 points) and Miles Bridges (25 points).

The Lakers need better perimeter defense and they need scoring help, especially with Austin Reaves sidelined because of a calf strain.

Even though the Lakers have tied their worst skid of the year with their latest speed bump, Lakers coach JJ Redick remained positive.

“I thought we fought,” Redick said. “Just another team that has a hot shooting night.”

Lakers’ Luka Dončić was fouled by the Hornets’ Sion James Hornets with Moussa Diabaté during the first half at Crypto.com Arena on Jan. 15, 2026 in LA. Getty Images

Redick was similarly relatively optimistic after the Lakers’ ugly 124–112 loss to the Kings Monday, in which they were outshot from the 3-point line, 65.4 percent to 22.2 percent, respectively.

“We can’t make a shot,” he said, before pointing out that over the previous seven games the Lakers were “one of the best defenses in the league.”

It was a stark contrast from the way he responded to the Lakers’ three-game losing skid three weeks ago, which culminated in a 119–96 loss to Houston on Christmas. A fuming Redick laid into his team after that contest, saying, “We don’t care enough to be professional” and “I’m not doing another 53 games like this.”

So, either Redick believes the care factor is there in the Lakers’ latest skid, or he’s showing more restraint, both of which may be true.

Lakers forward Jake LaRavia and Dončić react against the Hornets in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

On Thursday, the Lakers led by as much as 13 points before a dreadful second quarter in which they were outscored, 34–16. The Lakers fought to cut their deficit to as small as six points in the fourth quarter, but Ball exploded for a series of 3-pointers, making four of his five shots from that distance in the period.

It’s no secret that the Lakers are going to get the other teams’ best effort every night, and right now it’s greatly exposing their weaknesses, which is something to monitor closely as the Feb. 5 trade deadline creeps closer.

As for the Hornets, it was clear this was a game they had circled on their calendar.

“These guys grew up watching LeBron James play,” Redick said. “The Lakers, like the Celtics, are arguably the most storied franchise in all of sports. We’ve mentioned it as a team. I think all the guys know we don’t get a lot of off nights from other teams in terms of energy and being up and all that stuff.”

January 16, 2026

Wizards vs Kings Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

The Washington Wizards traded for Trae Young with the long term in view, and his impact is already being felt before he takes the court. “Felt” as in, Washington is quickly improving its lottery odds because of what it gave up in that trade.

My Wizards vs. Kings predictions recognize how bad everything is in Washington.

Find out more in my NBA picks for January 16.

Wizards vs Kings prediction

Wizards vs Kings best bet: Kings -7 (-110)

The Washington Wizards are 0-4 against the spread in their last four games and 1-5 in their last six, falling short of bookmakers’ expectations by an average of 8.25 points per game since trading for Trae Young.

Well, the more precise thought there would be since trading away CJ McCollum. The veteran shooting guard had scored double digits in every game since November 7, with his reliability and leadership more needed than known.

That may sound abstract or intangible, but Washington has a young roster to start with, one lacking thorough talent. Pouring 24 or more minutes into Malaki Branham for two of those games as a McCollum replacement is not a recipe for success.

Wizards vs Kings same-game parlay

DeMar DeRozan averaged 17.4 points in 11 games alongside Domantas Sabonis this season, a distinct drop from the 19.8 he has averaged in 30 games without Sabonis.

As the Sacramento Kings’ cornerstone returns to the lineup, he'll overlap with DeRozan’s midrange game, though Sabonis may himself be rusty.

Wizards vs Kings SGP

Kings -7
DeMar DeRozan Under 20.5 points
Domantas Sabonis Under 13.5 points

Our "from downtown" SGP: Under thunder

Sacramento has cashed seven Unders in its last 11 games, a stretch that very much overlaps with Washington cashing eight Unders in its last 10 games.

Wizards vs Kings SGP

Kings -7
DeMar DeRozan Under 20.5 Points
Domantas Sabonis Under 13.5 Points
Under 233.5

Wizards vs Kings odds

Spread: Wizards +7 | Kings -7
Moneyline: Wizards +220 | Kings -270
Over/Under: Over 233.5 | Under 233.5

Wizards vs Kings betting trend to know

The Kings are 3-0 against the spread in their last three, exceeding bookmakers’ expectations by an average of 23.8 points in three outright upset wins. Find more NBA betting trends for Wizards vs. Kings.

How to watch Wizards vs Kings

Location	Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, CA
Date	Friday, January 16, 2026
Tip-off	10:00 p.m. ET
TV	MNMT, NBC Sports California

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January 16, 2026

NBA Trade Rumors 2025-26: Where Lakers, Celtics, Bucks stand, plus latest on Ja Morant, more

The NBA trade rumor machine is working overtime as we are a few weeks out from the Feb. 5 trade deadline. Here is the latest on the top teams and players.

Los Angeles Lakers

It's no secret what the Lakers want and need: Perimeter defense and shooting. Put another way, 3&D wings. The kind of players that surrounded Luka Doncic last time he made a Finals run (just a couple of years ago).

There are two key challenges here. One, 29 other teams are looking for those kinds of players as well. There is a scarcity of two-way wings, which is why they are the most sought-after player type on the market right now. Second, the Lakers are not looking to give up much — Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt, maybe Rui Hachimura for the right player. That will only net them so much. The Lakers also have their 2032 first-round pick to trade, but it is only in play for a true difference-maker (and New Orleans has yet to make Herb Jones available). ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim Bontemps got this quote from another West team's GM that sums it up well:

"They're going to be looking for bargain deals and they might be able to find one if they're willing to take on long-term money. But they probably need to make sure that player is a good fit with Luka to justify it."

While the Lakers would love to get Jones from the Pelicans or Andrew Wiggins from Miami, the "bargain" deals are likely to be players such as the Kings' Keon Ellis.

Boston Celtics

Anfernee Simons made his case for why a team should want to trade for him, dropping 39 off the bench on the Miami Heat on Thursday.

Anfernee Simons ERUPTED off the bench in the @celtics win

39 PTS (season-high)
4 REB
4 AST
7 3PM pic.twitter.com/z8OzhGXMRZ
— NBA (@NBA) January 16, 2026

Boston is dangling Simmons' expiring $27.6 contract in trades as part of their search for a big man, something Jake Fischer wrote about at The Stein Line. The Celtics sit second in the East and believe that if (or, to hear him tell it, when) Jayson Tatum returns this season, they can be contenders. Jaylen Brown has gotten them to this point with an MVP-ballot level season, but Boston will want to solidify its front court for a playoff run after moving on from Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford last summer.

Which big men? Sorry, Jaren Jackson Jr. is not available out of Memphis (they are not trading him), but Chris Mannix of NBC listed a couple more.
"The two big men that I'm looking at that I think the Celtics are looking at and have discussed internally are Ivica Zubac, the LA Clippers center, and Robert Williams III, the 'Time Lord,' a former Celtic, who is playing out in Portland."

The Clippers have not made Zubac available in trades and have said there are no plans to do so — it would take a Godfather offer to change that, and Boston isn't going to make that deal. Williams is available.

Milwaukee Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo is not getting traded at the deadline. The boos do not change that. As has been reported at NBC for some time, the Bucks are looking to add players around the Greek Freak and be more of a threat in the open East, not move on from the best player in franchise history.

That said, they are being very aggressive at the deadline looking for that addition. Here is what Windhorst and Bontemps wrote at ESPN.

[Bucks General Manager Jon] Horst has canvassed the league in recent weeks for talent at basically any position, again looking to bolster the supporting cast around two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.

"Milwaukee still has a first-round pick they can trade, and they're $14 million under the luxury tax," an Eastern Conference executive said. "I've seen teams make chicken salad with less."

The Bucks have been linked to Ja Morant, Michael Porter Jr., Zach LaVine, Miles Bridges and others, and expect them to make some kind of trade before the deadline.

Ja Morant

Ja Morant wants to be traded to Miami, but the feeling is not mutual, reports Windhorst and Bontemps at ESPN.

The Miami Heat, in particular, have been overstated as a potential destination, sources said. The Heat have been laser focused on avoiding taking on money for the 2027-28 offseason -- a season when, as of right now, Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jokic and Donovan Mitchell, among others, could all be unrestricted free agents. It's highly unlikely the Heat would deviate from that plan to go after Morant, sources said.

As noted above, Milwaukee is active in looking for talent to put around Antetokounmpo, and Morant is one name that interests them (although how well Morant and Antetokounmpo play next to each other is another question entirely — didn't the Bucks already do the high scoring/no defense guard next to Antetokounmpo in Damian Lillard?). The Grizzlies are looking at the breakout point guard Ryan Rollins as well as the Bucks' tradable first-round pick in any trade for Morant, reports Michael Scotto of Hoopshype.

The market for Morant remains tepid. Sacramento and New Orleans are only interested in a "buy low" scenario where they don't send draft picks or any player they really like to Memphis. Don't expect Houston or Brooklyn to get in the game, both are "unlikely" to make a move, Scotto reports.

Anthony Davis and other news

• In the wake of Anthony Davis' hand injury — and despite the best efforts of his agent Rich Paul and others — most executives around the league expect AD to be a Maverick past this deadline and into the summer, something Scotto discussed at Hoopshype.

• Cleveland has received offers for wing De'Andre Hunter — including some good ones — but has so far rejected all of them, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. This is something worth following, to see if he is part of a larger trade or if there is something else going on.

• Peyton Watson is having a breakout season in Denver, especially since Nikola Jokic went out, but no, the Nuggets are not looking to sell high on him. Teams are calling and being turned away, Denver wants to re-sign Watson this summer, Scotto reports.

• This has been reported before, but it's worth repeating: Sacramento is not shopping veteran Malik Monk. While they did over the summer, they appear set on keeping him around.

January 16, 2026

NBA Picks: Our Expert NBA Moneyline Parlay Bet for January 16

Friday night in the NBA is made for big boards and even bigger payouts. I'm building a three-leg moneyline parlay for January 16, targeting a trio of squads with the momentum to carry your slip to the finish line.

First, I'm backing Joel Embiid and the Sixers to avenge their recent stumble against the Cavs. Then, I'm riding the Clippers’ four-game win streak as they head North to tame the Raptors. Finally, I'm banking on the Timberwolves to outmuscle the suddenly reeling Rockets.

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NBA moneyline parlay for January 16

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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Philadelphia 76ers

Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Location: Xfinity Mobile Arena
TV: ESPN, FDSN, NBCSP
Pick: 76ers (-125)

The market has shrunk this edge as the 76ers were -125 on the opener but there's still one there as I believe the 76ers should be trading closer to a -155 favorite on the moneyline against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday.

The Cavaliers demolished the 76ers on Wednesday but the rematch will look a lot different as Darius Garland has been ruled out for this one. This is a huge bailout for the 76ers defense, which isn't filled with multiple point of attack defenders to slow down two high usage guards that can create a ton of offense in Garland and Donovan Mitchell.

Now the 76ers defense can solely focus on Mitchell, matching the offense of Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid on the other side becomes a lot more difficult for the Cavaliers.

Los Angeles Clippers vs Toronto Raptors

Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Location: Scotiabank Arena
TV: NBA League Pass, FDSN, Sportsnet
Pick: Clippers (-125)

The Los Angeles Clippers are trading as a -125 favorite on the moneyline against the Toronto Raptors on Friday and I'm hitting the button on that number as I believe they should be trading closer to a -150.

The Raptors defense is very vulnerable to high usage pick-and-roll ball handlers which is a massive problem when you're facing James Harden and Ivica Zubac, or when Brook Lopez is setting screens.

The Raptors have the better record and appear as the better team in this matchup on the surface, but don't get it confused. There's a reason the Clippers are favored on the road. The Clippers are much better than their record and are fourth in net rating in the NBA over their last 10 games.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Houston Rockets

Time: 9:30 p.m. ET
Location: Toyota Center
TV: ESPN, SCHN, TSN
Pick: Timberwolves (+145)

No Anthony Edwards? No problem. At +145 give me the Minnesota Timberwolves on the moneyline. I think the Wolves should be trading closer to a +115 underdog than a +145.

Everything in the Houston Rockets offense flows through Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun and the Wolves have the perfect defensive matchups for these two players in Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert.

It's the second night of a back-to-back for the Rockets after getting beat up by the Thunder, and let's face it, Houston is reeling a bit at the moment. Plus, do you really think Julius Randle will have any problem picking up the extra usage that's available with Ant out?

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January 16, 2026

Highlights: Victor Wembanyama drops a 22-point double-double in rout of Bucks

Coming off a blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Spurs returned home to take on the Milwaukee Bucks. Devin Vassell remains out with his adductor injury. The contest started with a gigantic scare of Victor Wembanyama banging knees with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Vic would clutch his knee on the ground and hobble to the locker room. However, he would return in the second quarter. After leading by as much as 17 in the second quarter, the Spurs led the Bucks 66-53 at halftime. Usually, this is when the Spurs would allow their opponent to close the gap and make it a down-to-the-wire game. Except this time, the Spurs took care of business. Thanks to their hot shooting, they outscored the Bucks 40-16 in the third quarter and led by as much as 39. The Spurs ultimately won 119-101.

Victor Wembanyama dropped a double-double: 22 points (7-12 FG, 5-6 3PT) and 10 rebounds to go along with two blocks and an assist. After the OKC game, Wemby and Keldon Johnson decided to shave each other’s heads as a means of togetherness and ultimate focus. After surviving another injury scare, Wemby played decoy for most of the second quarter before going off in the third. He splashed five threes and dropped highlight plays on both ends. This was the first game of Bald Wemby, and he played like a seven-foot-five avatar.

Just throw it up there! Harrison Barnes finds Wemby on the lob, and Wemby finishes the play with a reverse tap layup!

👽👽👽

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— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

Signature Wemby play! Wemby turbo blocks Ryan Rollins off the backboard and finishes with a transition three on the other end!

THE BLOCK. THE THREEEEE 🔥🔥🔥

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— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

ALIEN-LIKE ACTIVITY! Wemby catches the ball on AJ Green and simply drains the turnaround three-ball!

VIC ON FIRE FROM DOWNTOWN 🔥

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— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

Stephon Castle dropped a double-double: 19 points (6-9 FG, 6-6 FT) and 10 assists to go along with a board and 0 turnovers. Steph played a fantastic game as the Spurs’ primary playmaker. For someone who is averaging 3.7 turnovers a game, Steph took care of the ball by recording his first zero-turnover game of the season. He also finished with a team-high +36. Coming into the season as a combo guard, Steph is averaging three more assists than last season. His versatility and frame allow him to continue to be a combo guard, but it is clear the coaching staff is having him handle the ball more than De’Aaron Fox.

ST3PH! D-Fox drives in, draws multiple defenders, and dumps it off for a wide-open Steph splash!

Swipa 🤝 Steph 🔥

📺 @FanDuelSN_SW pic.twitter.com/OmJ5eLkmBt
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

CLEAR THE WAY! Steph uses his strength to drive into the paint and dunks it home with two hands!

HOPS! 🐰

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— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

Had him frozen! Steph puts the moves on Giannis and skips past him for the lay!

T👀 nice Steph

📺 @FanDuelSN_SW pic.twitter.com/vR9gswwWdm
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

De’Aaron Fox dropped 18 points (6-10 FG, 3-4 3PT), four assists, and four rebounds. D-Fox had a solid bounce-back game in terms of efficiency. His three-ball laced the nylon, and he seems to be embracing more of an off-ball guard role next to Steph. Even though he did not play the fourth quarter due to the score, the former Clutch Player of the Year will still have the confidence to run the offense in the clutch.

Stepback sniper! D-Fox toys with Myles Turner by creating space for the stepback trey!

D3'AARON 🎯

📺 @FanDuelSN_SW pic.twitter.com/AcuVvmPcu2
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

Alley-oop! Speaking of pick and rolls, D-Fox finds Luke Kornet on the lob for the slam! Luke finished with 10 points, four rebounds, and a dime on a perfect five of five from the field!

LUUUUKE 🔨

📺 @FanDuelSN_SW pic.twitter.com/BV4CGi9jc1
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

Dylan Harper dropped 13 points, five assists, and four rebounds. The rookie continues to bounce back after a rough stretch. The shiftiness of Dyl was lightning quick for the Bucks to handle. Not only is he shifty, but his vertical is scary. Even though he went zero of five from three, all the threes he attempted were open shots. Once that shot becomes more consistent, he has the potential to be unguardable. However, the 19-year-old has plenty of time and will let the game come to him.

SHIFTY! Speaking of shifty, Dyl puts the behind-the-back on move on Gary Trent Jr. in transition and finishes off the glass!

Too saucy with it 😮‍💨

📺 @FanDuelSN_SW pic.twitter.com/Py5JuF4yx0
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

GET UP! Wemby finds an open Dyl near the basket, and he catches and slams home the lob pass!

Throw it down rook! 👏

📺 @FanDuelSN_SW pic.twitter.com/4cYFaqgPB8
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 16, 2026

Julian Champagnie dropped a double-double: 13 points (3-5 3PT, 4-4 FT) and 11 rebounds to go along with a steal. Julian dropped multiple threes and got to the free-throw line by drawing fouls on his three-point attempts. He even drew a flagrant foul on Green. Despite the scoring, Julian continues to sneakily grab defensive rebounds when players fall asleep on the boards. His hustle and defense remain the most underrated part of his game.

All in all, this was a much-needed bounce-back win. As soon as Wemby returned from injury, this team’s confidence stayed high and never got low. No better way to reignite the shooting slump than by making the Bucks pay for defensive mistakes. The way the silver and black played in the third quarter is a great tone-setter of how they need to approach the rest of the season. Take care of huge leads. This team’s chemistry continues to shine through the ups and downs, no matter who shaves their head. Next up, revenge against Minnesota.

Finally, here are the full game highlights.

The Spurs continue their homestand with a revenge matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves this Saturday at 7:00 P.M. (CST) on FDSN-SW.

January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

Timberwolves vs Rockets Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

The Minnesota Timberwolves will be without their best player tonight, but they still have a chance to push the Houston Rockets toward the Play-In Tournament.

That would mark a steep fall for a team that entered the season with legitimate title aspirations following the arrival of Kevin Durant.

My Timberwolves vs. Rockets predictions recognize the immediate Minnesota value in Anthony Edwards’ absence.

Read more in my NBA picks for Friday, January 16.

Tip-off is set for 9:30 p.m. ET at Toyota Center in Houston, with the game airing on ESPN.

Timberwolves vs Rockets prediction

Timberwolves vs Rockets best bet: Jaden McDaniels Over 16.5 points (-105)

Jaden McDaniels scored 14 points in Tuesday’s first quarter at Milwaukee, which is the reason he cashed this same prop by only half a point, adding a second-quarter 3-pointer. The Minnesota Timberwolves were so walloping the Bucks that McDaniels eased up.

He has now cleared this prop in six of eight games without Anthony Edwards in the lineup this season, averaging 19.9 points in those eight games, up from 13.5 points in 31 games alongside the Minnesota superstar.

McDaniels takes 10.1 shots per game with Edwards in the lineup, jumping to 13.75 without the MVP candidate. Maybe even more notable, McDaniels’s field-goal percentage rises to 55.5% in that increased usage, up from 51.0%.

The 25-year-old is a more complete player than given credit for, and that often shows up when the Timberwolves’ best offensive player is on the bench.

Timberwolves vs Rockets same-game parlay

Doubt Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard in all defensive matchups. He logged 19 minutes last night and finished a team-worst minus-10.

Yes, it was a 20-point loss to Oklahoma City, but some of that stemmed from Sheppard’s defensive issues. Minnesota point guard Donte DiVincenzo shouldn’t need much space to score in this matchup.

The McDaniels–DiVincenzo pairing has been a key reason the Timberwolves are 5-1 ATS in their last six games without Anthony Edwards, compared to just 13-17 ATS with Edwards since Nov. 1.

As brilliant as Edwards is, Minnesota often plays with sharper focus in his absence.

Timberwolves vs Rockets SGP

Jaden McDaniels Over 16.5 points
Donte DiVincenzo Over 14.5 points
Timberwolves +4.5

Our "from downtown" SGP: Gobert or Go Home

Prior to Rudy Gobert’s one-game suspension on Tuesday, he had cleared this prop in six straight games. Minnesota's center may be playing the best basketball of his career.

Timberwolves vs Rockets SGP

Jaden McDaniels Over 16.5 points
Donte DiVincenzo Over 14.5 points
Rudy Gobert Over 11.5 rebounds
Timberwolves moneyline

Timberwolves vs Rockets odds

Spread: Timberwolves +4.5 (-110) | Rockets -4.5 (-110)
Moneyline: Timberwolves +150 | Rockets -180
Over/Under: Over 222 (-110) | Under 222 (-110)

Timberwolves vs Rockets betting trend to know

Houston has lost seven straight games against the spread, falling short of bookmakers’ expectations by an average of 13.1 points. That includes four outright losses as a favorite. Find more NBA betting trends for Timberwolves vs. Rockets.

How to watch Timberwolves vs Rockets

Location	Toyota Center, Houston, TX
Date	Friday, January 16, 2026
Tip-off	9:30 p.m. ET
TV	ESPN

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